big-phil Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 my methanol bottle is inside my car. The cap is vented to let air in as the methanol comes out. Is this safe? Should I move the bottle under the hood with a low level light mounted inside the car? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evan Purple240zt Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 I would not run it inside my car unless it was in a closed sealed trunk. Get in an accident and add a spark, your on fire. IMO put it under the hood, at least it keeps you safer. Evan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Challenger Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 METHanol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nando280zxt Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Here ya go phil! "Short term exposure to methanol vapor can irritate the eyes, nose and throat and cause headache, nausea, throwing up, dizziness and trouble breathing. other common symptoms of drunkenness, such as lightheadedness, giddiness, blurred vision and dilated pupils, might also appear. the symptoms depend on the level and length of exposure and can vary from person to person. Industrial exposures to methanol vapors can cause death or blindness. many reported incidents have involved working in confined spaces without proper ventilation or respiratory protection. fortunately, increased awareness of the dangers of methanol, combined with safer work practices, have reduced the number of serious poisonings in recent years." That information came from this site http://www.safety-council.org/info/OSH/methanol.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clifton Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 I don't worry about it. I have done 6 hour trips with the windows up, a/c on and my tank is inside. I would be more worried about the exhaust fumes from the back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirt114 Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 friend of mine (over 30 and over cautious with EVERYTHIG has his in the trunk...so id say wth the slightest separaton your good. maybe put a box over it or something.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 280ZForce Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Here ya go phil!"Short term exposure to methanol vapor can irritate the eyes, nose and throat and cause headache, nausea, throwing up, dizziness and trouble breathing. other common symptoms of drunkenness, such as lightheadedness, giddiness, blurred vision and dilated pupils, might also appear. the symptoms depend on the level and length of exposure and can vary from person to person... sure explains a lot of his videos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hughdogz Posted October 7, 2008 Share Posted October 7, 2008 Yeah, and if you start bleeding from the "white knuckle syndrome" just dunk your fist in the tank, and instant sterilization! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big-phil Posted October 7, 2008 Author Share Posted October 7, 2008 good to no guys thanks. I think I'll leave it where it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoNkEyT88 Posted October 8, 2008 Share Posted October 8, 2008 LOL, I thought this topic was about smoking. Which is bad. BTW. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted October 8, 2008 Share Posted October 8, 2008 my methanol bottle is inside my car. The cap is vented to let air in as the methanol comes out. Is this safe? Should I move the bottle under the hood with a low level light mounted inside the car? Wonder if it would show up in a Breathalyzer? I can hear big-phil a year from now telling us how it caused drain bamage. You can't see methanol burning either, could be interesting if it vented and ignited. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woldson Posted October 8, 2008 Share Posted October 8, 2008 Modify the cap and put on one of those in house vents. It is a vent for plumbing that is a one way check valve. Vey low pressure rate. "no mister officer I've not been drinking, I swear!" heehee. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big-phil Posted October 8, 2008 Author Share Posted October 8, 2008 Modify the cap and put on one of those in house vents. It is a vent for plumbing that is a one way check valve. Vey low pressure rate. "no mister officer I've not been drinking, I swear!" heehee. That's a good idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RayG1988 Posted October 8, 2008 Share Posted October 8, 2008 sure explains a lot of his videos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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