C6 Corvette Fire | Finding Out What Happened ...

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In this video we start tearing into the C6 after this past weekend's fire. We assess the damage and try to make sense of what happened.
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[@chaos6313]

my theory on this is since the car was so hot from hot laping it for such a long time that the port for the injectors swelled with the heat. then combined with the loose fuel rail cause a spraying leak like what nick said. now when the car is cold everything contracted and sealed again resulting in no leaks with the pump running just my two cents on it

[@jerblack2362]

100% right

[@feelgoodhorizon4084]

this^ hotlapping+loose rail= thin fuel vapor+material expansion

[@chaos6313]

@@feelgoodhorizon4084 yes she stated that the pedals in the cabin felt warm while driving so how hot was that engine

[@ShyR0n3y]

100% was looking for this comment. I think Nick was on the money

[@Bandit.Designs.Videos]

100% they are not taking into account in the shop that the car was HOT and that it was or had been raining, water spreads fuel FAST which would mean you don’t need as much fuel to make a larger fire.

[@buckrogers4930]

When you were trying to get the fuel rail to leak, remember the car is cold. Think of how hot the block, etc was. The expansion of the metals probably would lead to a spray. Just my thoughts.

[@Eradicationist]

i second this.

[@danielcasey6146]

I had that exact thought

[@smorcr]

and the seals get soft with heat

[@josh_ov9303]

And also injectors aren't working when the car is off so that could be why they can't find it

[@Eradicationist]

@@josh_ov9303 they do, thats why when your car doesn't start it can flood the motor if you keep trying it...and you can HEAR the injectors firing on the video if you use a headset...and they even showed the fuel pressure gauge, did you even watch the video?

[@MarkofT]

Change from the plastic keeper safety lock to copper break-away wire. Just as secure, but super easy to break. It's what we use in aviation. Speaking of that, look for an all in one fire suppression trigger. In our planes, there is a fire handle to pull that shuts down fuel and hydraulics to affected engine as well as electrical disconnection and arming of the squibs for the fire bottles. The bottles have a frangible disk that the squib shatters to release the extinguishing agent. You really don't want to fumble for multiple levers and buttons when you are trying to get out of the car.

[@shweezy24]

Colette! This is your reminder that you are human! Mistakes and things happen. Cars can be fixed or replaced, your life cannot! We are all just happy you are still here! Like Adam, you got this, we got you! Keep moving forward! One love! ❤️

[@JaredR1996]

Glad you’re safe Collette. I know this is a massive learning experience for u. You’ll come back stronger from this. Keep up the great work you’ve always been doing

[@ColleteDavis]

Lots of learning. Lots of rebuilding, but will come back stronger. and hope this can bring awareness to lots of other people

[@LionSleepsAnotherNight]

@@ColleteDavis if the cabin gets too hot to wear a firesuit get some fans in there or cool suit you are worth more than the car. Be safe.

[@stranger13inch]

To add to this a cool suit is a good investment when running in the summer the extra 15lbs is a life saver

[@pntsyecaj]

I cryed a little when I heard you trying to pull the pin on the extinguisher

[@ColleteDavis]

:(

[@noxious89123]

Yeah, that really got me too :(

[@MadRS]

100% the leak at the fuel rail was a combination of a loose fuel rail and a very hot motor expanding the injector port. Different metals expand and contract at different temperatures and they differ in how much they expand. The melted brake line was just from the puddle of fuel that was coming out from that side of the car. There isn't enough fluid in those lines to create such a puddle.

[@adamkernohan]

Yeah plus brake fluid isn’t really flammable at this temperatures and pressures. If it smells like a duck looks like a duck quacks like a duck it’s a duck.. catch can fumes could definitely add to the fire.

[@LionSleepsAnotherNight]

put a hose on a fuel fire and it spreads, the fire spread would have been from the radiator burst. It is why the extinguishers are not liquid for a fuel fire.

[@user-white007]

@@LionSleepsAnotherNight that was my thought when they said rad blowing helped like nah probs spread that shit everywhere

[@jonathanbankston9756]

@@adamkernohan yeah i agree there's not enough in those lines to do anything lol i make brake fluid for a living at a Chemical plant and while it burns for a long time unhindered because it's thinner than water and partially gaseous it's not really combustible especially in small amounts

[@johndemy3130]

The fact that you didn’t get and burns after stepping on the fire makes me 100% believe you’re a real Targaryen and mother of the dragons 🔥

[@leviwproductions3]

Your reaction time when it happened was so good! I'm glad your okay!

[@thenic123]

The most important thing is that you're safe and healthy as that fire was coming into the cockpit. Obviously you and Nick will investigate and understand what happened and implement safety measures. It will take time but you will come back stronger and be more prepared as you've demonstrated what you can do with the vette both building and driving. Take care and bless you.

[@CJdriftZ]

So sorry this happened to you, glad you're okay. Thank you for showing us what went down as to help others in the future!

[@larrypearson]

So glad you are safe. I know you worked so hard building this car. I’m sure it will be stronger and better the next time you take it out on the track.

[@ihate5x112_]

check time mark 28:28 black spotting on the alternator on the right side could show signs of possible flames. i’m not a professional mechanic or electrician but could be another source of fire from the e85 coming in contact with hot copper wiring from the alternator being ran.

[@patrickr2686]

An Electrical fire would explain why there was a fire inside of the car

[@ihate5x112_]

@@patrickr2686 well in the video they explained how it came up through the trans tunnel and the evidence of heat being in the trans tunnel makes sense

[@noxious89123]

@@patrickr2686 If you can smell fuel inside the car, that means fuel vapour can get inside the car. Remember, liquid fuel isn't flammable, it's the *vapour* that burns.

[@biglefty08]

The fact that you put your leg right into flames blew my mind you are a strong person Collete!

[@smee1198]

Remember you'd been hot lapping. Vapour then, flash. Glad you're looking at this in a forensic light.

[@ryancmatchett]

So very glad you are safe and well. Will be watching for the rebuild!

[@simonjeffery6836]

When the fire started you jumped straight out with the ignition on, leaving the fuel to spray and pump out,then you jumped in and turned it off, the fire cut back heaps.blame the rail for sure, being hot made a huge difference, love the channel and keep it up mate 👍 cheers

[@Thegoreofitall]

This was an eye opener for me! I pay so much attention to the hardware on my wheels and tucking wires all the tiny details but I've never paid too much attention to safety. This could have been me.

[@slumericanfeller7441]

The important thing is that you’re alright and that you’ll be able to take this experience and translate it into racing and being a better driver. Makes you better. Keep your head up and stay looking ahead. You’re doing great.

[@mainminevin]

Happy you’re okay! On to bigger and better things again!

[@TheNightKing22]

I'm just really glad you're safe. I'm so sorry that happen to your car. I shed a single manly tear for your stress and the vette. You will be even more savage in the coming time! 💪🏻⚡

[@ColleteDavis]

thank you - we will rebuild!

[@curtisangeletti8198]

​@@ColleteDavis glad you're OK sorry about the frustration for haw extensive and work will be in the rebuilding your awesome vette Definitely time for a name will definitely be buying merch for my lady this week to help out looking forward to the content of the rebuild stay safe keep your head up and keep moving sideways and forward

[@TheNightKing22]

@@ColleteDavis I bought a piece of the corvette to help out as much I can. You're welcome of course, and much love! Stay blessed. 🤘🏻⚡

[@XXniccloXX]

@@ColleteDavis project phenix

[@Matty.Hill_87]

@@XXniccloXX I love that, that's genius

[@jonnyc71]

i'm a grown man and i don't cry very often but seeing the amount of damage and knowing how much time and effort you put in, it definitely brought a tear to my eye. glad you were able to get out safe. the fire, to me, looked like a fuel and vapor fire for sure. that's the only thing that can create that much heat in that short of time.

[@Matty.Hill_87]

The frustration and sadness in her voice when she couldn't get the pin out of the extinguisher was what did it for me, yo could just hear how heartbroken she was

[@9168TimGlass]

This hurt! My love of cars to see the damage to your vette after intently waiting and watching each & every video of this build, I felt the deepest sadness to see this car suffer this way. It took me a while to watch this video to see the aftermath. I'm glad you are okay and not injured. I can't wait to see how well you bring it back!

[@lewdyson4744]

Just glad you are safe! Things can be replaced, people cannot! Home to see the c6 back soon!

[@jpiz224]

Man this was crazy, I'm glad ur ok an can't wait to see what you got for her. She needs a name! Kyoshi! She was the most badass avatar

[@pistolpete8887]

Every time I see your face Collete, I think about how lucky you were. You were also on the news today with your video. Well, you have an angel looking over you, but dont push your luck, have fire protection from your toes to the top of your head. Stay safe Collete.

[@gmt400lifestyle4]

So heavy 💔💔 glad you are okay!! Excited to see it go back together!! You guys rock!!

[@shannonrichard9944]

Sooo thankfully you're safe... your content is very important, not just drifters, but car nuts in general, like my son and I... we know you will come back stronger... and even thought this was a frightening situation for all of us, it's helping us all to become more safety oriented... please stay safe, and looking forward to seeing you shredding some tires in the future... stay safe and keep up the amazing content 🙏 ❤️

[@carlooooo0]

The silver lining out of all of this is that it didn’t happen out on the patriot course. Atleast it happened in front of the skid pad where everyone was there to help you. Glad you are safe physically. But I know mentally it must still be tough. All the positive vibes over here. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@Thematty635]

It's a silver lining for sure. But also highlights how bad it could be out on that main track. Makes you wonder how far apart fire crews are on the track? And how they can communicate and travel to fires and incidents and have fast responses. I feel like from watching laps on the big course there is sections where you are so far away from spotters or fire crews. - maybe it just looks that way with the go pros and all that. Definitely food for thought.

[@yeahitskimmel]

My first thought when it burst into flames was how lucky we were it wasn't at crazy high speeds on a bank or something and she could come to a stop quickly

[@briankennedy6693]

Cleatur has a fire truck though… seems like there should have been a bunch more fire extinguishers on hand on the side of the track provided by the event

[@Shadow0fd3ath24]

Sealing that firewall should be a TOP priority on the rebuild as well as checking any oil or fuel connections regularly! It takes just a couple drops on a hot header for this to happen Luckily it was near others and you had plenty of extinguishers and it didnt torch it fully...it sucks but youre good and it is too mostly! Rebuild and come back even better!

[@SKOMPAS]

And keep emptying your catch can! I think part of it was the catch can drain emptied hot oil over everything

[@LionSleepsAnotherNight]

The firewall inside should have stuck to it insulation that is fire proof.

[@666teriox666]

I'm still amazed you are okay! But I'm happy for you that you are okay and came out safe!! Still sad for the C6 but it can be rebuild! You'll come back stronger!! Keep it up!!

[@WhosJohn]

We're all stoked you are okay! At least a lot of the fab work is done and you know what needs to go where so hopefully the rebuild is quicker. You'll be out there shredding soon

[@swagmixtape5647]

Thats so freaking scary to see and it can almost happen without warning, glad your safe and fortunately were not injured.

[@ColleteDavis]

can happen to anyone really , will be more prepared in everything going forward

[@newtonfirefly3584]

@@ColleteDavis Your view and attitude about this fire and disaster is basically very good. My suggestions, assessment, evaluation is based upon knowledge, expertise, experience as a design engineer, with extensive knowledge, experience in science, physics, chemistry, materials, fuels, mechanical, electrical, mechanics, electronics, troubleshooting, solutions, verification, certification, etc. for over 43 years. My methods, process, experience, , training, development, and expertise within the proper methodical process, assessment through troubleshooting, determination, solutions are excellent. Still, within these specific situations actual experts similar to me but within the specific areas needed are essential to achieve the precision accuracy, exactness necessary. Hopefully, You will begin to be more aware how important, critical and essential these proper methods, process are for You and with which Your life depends upon. It is one thing to have good people like Nick and the others within the LZ compound and others from outside like the Vargus brothers and others to assist, work with, build, fabricate, test, etc. with to achieve the vehicles. However, each of them are not nearly the same with the level of expertise of proper design engineers or technicians. As a previous Hyundai Racing Team driver, hopefully You are aware of the use and necessity Hyundai Racing and every manufacture, professional racing team has within their organization to achieve their results and the safety for their drivers. The mechanics You have available within the LZ compound, friends and similarly with all of the other similar individuals with their channels are limited and do not compare with what these racing teams have either. If such a team would have a fire, the methods, precision, accuracy, exactness they proceed with is necessary to determine the exact cause, not 'well it seems to be ... ' type that You may be able to 'get away with' for many mechanical issues within Your vehicles as nearly everyone uses 'trial and error' process that always fails, and then lack the proper knowledge, methods and process to troubleshoot, assess, evaluate, discern, analyze, determine, etc. Three of many major catastrophic events You may be aware of that exemplify proper: All are within NASA, though certainly not limited to them. A. Apollo 1 - fire inside the command module capsule - last test, training, preparation, day before scheduled launch - full rehearsal including full lock down, sealing of capsule - [i was alive though the event was not broadcast as the launches are] - all three astronauts burned - died -0 unable to open hatch to save them - in sufficient or no fire suppression systems B. Apollo 13 - loss of oxygen in command module and service module for rocket engine - tank damage, rupture - determined after travel toward the moon - emergency procedures determined, decided, implemented - all three astronauts returned to earth's orbit, descended, arrived safely C. Space Shuttle Challenger, Jan 1986 - explosion-rapid burning approx. 73 seconds after launch into flight - determined O-ring failure(s) - (saw this during live transmission from The Cape near You) [please see this document representing the level and much of the detail see, determined, with some of the extensive experiments metioned: er.jsc.nasa.gov/seh/explode.html] D. Space Shuttle Discovery, Feb. 1, 2003 - explosion during re-entry and descent through the earth's atmosphere - people in Texas, heard and saw the explosion that Saturday morning - some told me of their person experiences These are mentioned not specifically for the tragedies, loss of life, danger alone, but more so for the necessary efforts before, and post the tragedies to determine the exact cause, failure(s) in detail, to arrive at the necessary solution(s), modifications, improvements. A.firstly You - review the in camera video, in detail, in slow motion, for Yourself, to become more aware what occured: -just from a review of this video, in slow motion, x0.25 speed with 720p resolution, much is very clear to be aware of about each step with the fire that occurred - Your originals certainly have more detail captured - as You stated clearly, the first flames are visible rising from under the hood, near center, just to the left, driver's side - - note the expansion, manner, direction, spread and extent of the flames - in the next frame flame is seen below the center dash, to the right, passenger's side - -note the expansion, manner, direction, spread and extent of the flames - - especially note the area surrounding the gear shift lever near Your hand - - - quite amazing the flames did not ignite the sleeve of Your clothing- perhaps the extension of the glove with some fire protection was enough - - especially note, more so, the full expansion, area, spread of the flames into the passenger area - - - if those flames had expanded, spread equally, including or only in the direction toward the driver's side, the flame would have reached to Your helmet and face ! - the fuel fumes You state You smelled inside Your vehicle are clearly indications of a fuel vapor leak and the sudden expansion, flames within the passenger compartment-area appear to be consistent with this too. - You grabbed the small fire extinguisher after stopping the vehicle, removing the steering wheel before exiting - You opened the door, with fire extinguisher in hand, grasping the cylinder tank, but not prepared for use. - as the door opens, flames from underneath the vehicle spreading outward are seen - Your left foot steps over the bottom door frame, through the expanding flames, wearing Your basic, comfortable shoes [not tied] with sock, and clothing which are easily flammable, NO fire protection, no awareness of the flames and spraying Your small fire extinguisher. - You clearly were not aware and fully prepared to examine, view and act with the extinguisher as You exited, except toward the engine compartment. B. With a proper review You will be more aware of the flames that were around, extremely close to You inside the the 'cabin', inside by Your hand, the expanding flames upward to the right and the flames which were seen outside from underneath after opening the door as You exited which could have ignited Your clothing and the flash fire could have burned Your face. C. Please see, view, review the video which Tom Bailey posts with the fire he had last year, in 2021, with his 2.0 Camaro along with his details explanations, especially with and about proper fire safety equipment and improvements which he had planned and has made now. Yes, You are correct, that much of the fire safety equipment is designed mostly to protect the driver and increase the time period to escape and the number of layers of fire clothing are also measured based upon time too along with amount of heat from fire. D. You should have actual experts involved in the assessment, evaluation, discernment, analysis, determination, near along with some actual expert, engineers, with knowledge and experience with assessment, evaluation. My hope is that You will take this information seriously, it is useful, helpful, beneficial and most importantly affect Your view, perception, perspective about Your vehicles, builds, development, success and those necessary to accomplish what You'All desire, want and with proper safety. All The Best Sincerely

[@newtonfirefly3584]

@@ColleteDavis The assessment, evaluation, ideas mentioned in this video, clearly indicate some significant lacking thus, resulting in incorrect determinations. A. Viewing the type of flames first appearing from under the hood and those appears within fractions of a second later inside the passenger area expanding form the firewall beneath the dash in the center are similar - they are fire of vapors, not liquid as compared with the fire on the pavement and engulfing the right side of the vehicle. B. There is no reasonable explanation for a fuel leak or fuel fire up on the top of the engine to have then led to the fire on the right, passenger side of the vehicle, which is clearly by the indications a fire of the brake fluid. C. If there was a liquid fuel fire due to a fuel leak on the fuel rails above the engine, there would have been ar more severe fire, damage on, around and above the engine - The statement from NIck about having liquid squirt into his face after the fire was extinguished, via moving the slightly loose fuel rail, is NOT a proof it was fuel. This liquid could and would be either coolant from the radiator or perhaps some source. Remember the fire was extinguished by spraying around the engine compartment with the hood closed, fro the top front, sides and upon the flames on the pavement and around the passenger side fender. If there was a liquid fuel fire, it would have continued and further damage and worse could have resulted. Thus the fuel fire must have been vapor, which matches with the smell of the fuel vapors inside the passenger compartment. Clearly and certainly there was brake fluid inflamed and burning on the pavement and around the vehicle on the passenger side. Clearly and certainly there was fuel vapors inflamed inside the passenger area and under the hood escaping from the engine compartment. The evidence above the engine, around it, inside the engine compartment shows no indication of fuel liquid fire. The statement from Nick about liquid spurting into his face just after the fire was extinguished is not a clear indication of any fuel leak, rather of some liquids which remained on the top of the engine ear the fuel rail and injectors. This does indicate there was some air pressure which was released when he moved the slightly loose rail. The evidence of lack of fuel leak during Your testing shown matches with and confirms the lack of a fuel leak. So then, why was there any air pressure which sprayed the liquid which Nick experienced ? The issue of the fuel vapors smelled and resulting vapor flames indicates there was some fuel vapors existing there. They could be from such tiny amounts of fuel leaking with occurred die to the heat, thus expansion of seals, thus not noticed during the cold testing shown, or there is another source of fuel vapor leakage via a return line nearby in the engine compartment or below. This would also explain the fuel vapor smell and flames inside the passenger compartment. Now what initiated the fuel vapors to ignite ? => thus, the spread of vapor flames ? The fuel vapor could have ignited via the engine heat, one there was, sufficient enough accumulation. Also note the similar flames seen from underneath the vehicle as the driver opened the door, exiting and seen afterwards too. There is possibility that the two inflammations are not independent fires occurring nearly simultaneously, and coincidentally. Rather, however there significant indication from the evidence of the flames in the video, and the damage shown too, that one fire resulted in the other. Thus, it seem from the evidence here, there was a rupture or loose brake line fitting which resulted in spraying brake fluid onto hot engine parts, specifically the exhaust manifold, pipes from the passenger's side, which then became inflamed. then these flames increase with more fluid expressed via brake usage, increasing the flames, then with more, fluid burning, more damage occurred tot he brake lines, more flames and reached upward to ignite the fuel vapors. So, thus the fire was initiated by the brake line fitting or line failure, led to brake fluid sprayed upon the exhaust manifold and pipes. In addition there was a fuel vapor leak, thus igniting into vapor flames in the engine compartment and from below into the passenger area. Those fuel lines also are placed from under the engine down under and through the tunnel area to the fuel tank. One of those lines are the return line which often contain more vapors also. This also explains the burned damage along those lines to the tank, indication there is/was a fuel vapor leak along the lines. The following are related.to the cause and need proper, thorough checking, verification and correction.: A. Now the obviously damaged brake lines, fittings, other components for the passenger's side and check with all other lines, components of the brake system. B. Similarly worthwhile to check all hydraulic lines and components with the clutch. C. The fuel lines, rails, seals should all be checked for liquid and vapor from the tank, through to the engine compartment, rails, injectors, engine, and returns. - the issue with the fuel rail bolt loosening, need to be solved properly, not just addressed and monitored. - the may be issues with the fuel line fitting, seals, components not best suitable for Ethanol, thus may result in some ethanol vapors or worse liquid leaks due to chemical reaction/affects deterioration/damage/wear. D. Obviously all parts, components within the engine compartment require full checking, verification, etc. E. A through checking, verification of all parts, components, nuts, bolts, etc. My hope is that You will take this information seriously, it is useful, helpful, beneficial and most importantly affect Your view, perception, perspective about Your vehicles, builds, development, success and those necessary to accomplish what You'All desire, want and with proper safety. All The Best Sincerely

[@matthurst3987]

Bro she don't need all that lmfao. She's not gonna be able to read that

[@Gix321]

@@matthurst3987 if he didnt use 9 words to describe each single thing it wouldve been a qtr of the length. It is my belief, thought, idea, feeling, conclusion, interpretation, and assumption that he uses lots of words to describe something. This guy could literally write a novel on how to wipe your own ass

[@filthy-casual]

The sleepless nights rushing to finish the car for the event definitely contributed. Proper heat cycling and stress testing then nut and bolt checks prior to racing is crucial for safety.

[@isaac3843]

Crazy stuff glad ur okay , I had a fuel fire on my 350z yesterday and cooked the bay , ur my motivation to get this thing back and better , just like ur doing 🙌🏽

[@NRGv6]

I love that you already can make a bit of jokes about it, that shows motivation and being able to move forward 💪

[@riddlemethis01]

Maybe it was the fuel rail, it could have gotten hot enough that the rail, bolt and/or plenum expanded enough to start leaking. And I'll say it again also, I'm very glad you're ok. And I had a thought, maybe during the rebuild use some panel bond on the plates where the gaps are to seal off the interior from the engine compartment.

[@kjdionmemphis]

I was thinking the same thing

[@riddlemethis01]

@@kjdionmemphis yeah it just seemed to me that the heat in the engine compartment is the only thing missing when they had the fuel system pressurized and were shaking the fuel rail.

[@BiglumpADV]

Moving forward I think heat management is important here. Ceramic coating the headers or wrapping them, heat shields where you can and seal up that transmission tunnel. A fire suppression system in the bay would be ideal too.

[@shaunholmes9900]

The video with fire the guy said do you have a fire suppression system. Think it pretty much standard for most race cars as it can stop a fire quick. would also put a way to dead switch engine and battery from inside car as you had to go back in and shut it off.

[@EricsBBQAndMORE]

That could have been so much worse! Glad you are safe and you’ve got the right mindset to moving forward!

[@meto4604]

I’m happy your safe and that your rebuilding the vette. I’ve watched all your videos on building this car. I have to say I’m impressed how fire(no pun intended)it was running! You were looking and sounding SWEEEET out on that course and pad! Now I’m looking forward to the rebuild videos and watching this car out on that track looking like the work of art that you made it!!👍🏻💥👍🏻

[@i-_-am-_-g1467]

Glad you're good Collete you did everything right to make yourself safe and to try to save the car It looks like that trans tunnel needed sealing though, a good way to find where fire might go for a firewall and trans tunnel is to use a smoke machine. Fire extinguisher needs de-pinning before you even start the car imo, it might not save your car by saving those precious few seconds with not having to mess with a stupid "safety" pin but it could save your life or save you from being burnt! Track kinda looked like it's ability to deal with fire was non-existent, loads of tiny fire extinguishers looked like it was drivers all giving their extinguishers to help fight the fire what would happen if someone else's car was to catch fire afterwards? they probably wouldn't be able to deal with it

[@i-_-am-_-g1467]

All things considered the car actually survived pretty well! very surprising

[@Mr_jz_12]

Was all drift hq guys that helped.

[@kevinAuman1]

Just remember that when metal things are hot they expand so that may be the issue and while it is sitting cold it may not have the leak as it would while everything is all heat-soaked.... So glad that you are okay the car sucks but like dude said it can be fixed 🤷‍♂️

[@juanm4low432]

We all love you Collete and support you!!!

[@garykusnierz2108]

Hope your ok girl we are always with you ! ❤️

[@P0ormansHolden]

This is the earliest I have ever been

[@PockoRC]

maybe where the engine was hot it caused to expand slightly and when the rail come loose and moving was enough to squirt fuel out, now its cooled down and shrunk back its created the seal again. just my thought.

[@OverdriveMediaNZ]

I had the same thought, especially since it had been hot lapped for so long, everything would have been really hot and the rail had probably expanded enough for it to leak once that bolt backed out, now that’s it’s cold the metal has shrunk back to where it originally was and isn’t leaking anymore.

[@Forcefed2002]

Definitely replace injector o-rings even if they aren't leaking now...dry sumps can create alot of crank case vacuum

[@SibilantVinyl]

Only just found your channel because of the drag build so just seen the "fire" video. I am absolutely gutted for you and was happy that I could help by purchasing part of the wheel arch. I wish I could do more to help. I send you all the best wishes for whatever you do in the future. Your content is always awesome! I hope you come back bigger, better, faster and driftier.

[@mornemeyer6071]

Sending you lots of love and hugs. I'm sure you and Nick will do your best and can't wait to see your next lap

[@MX304]

You need to runs bolts on the fuel rail that will allow you to safety wire them. That will eliminate that issue. Also, make sure you set the fire suppression system up in a way that will kill the fuel pump when you pull the handle for the fire bottle. If fuel is still flowing a fire suppression system will do almost no good.

[@Doubie.]

Or vibratite or nordlocks safety wire sounds like a good idea until you need to quickly service something

[@MX304]

@@Doubie. I'll take lack of fire over serviceability. Although I am used to doing safety wire so it doesn't bother me any more.

[@williamroberts6424]

@@Doubie. safety wire takes very little time once your even a small bit used to doing it

[@newtonfirefly3584]

@@MX304 You seem to be rather ignorant and stupid too. My suggestion is to view Tom Bailey's video about his fire in his Camaro 2.0 of last year in 2021 and his information. Safety should be #1 priority. Not only with fire, also the other aspects too. See what occurs if a vehicle hits a wall @ 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60 + MPH to the driver, passengers and vehicle!

[@newtonfirefly3584]

@@williamroberts6424 Fire safety, involves automatic, equipment, components, preparation, drills, knowledge and attitude. Similarly with other aspects of safety.

[@guy_autordie]

7:00 I was surprised there was only small extinguisers outside the pad. It is a real safety concern.

[@noxious89123]

+1. The fact that there were no large extinguishers on hand is shameful.

[@shaunholmes9900]

Most race tracks only have small and medium fire extinguishers. As most race cars are mandatory to have fire suppression system in engine bay and cabin, that can be accessed inside and out side car. Engine and battery dead switches inside easy to access and out side as well.

[@stephencarter1442]

Desert racing we put on board fire suspprression before it was required. When you're miles minutes or seconds away you need to be self sufficient. Race craft has covered me for years. Look them up. Your hot but we don't need you in flames. Just saying. Firewall has to be sealed always. Thanks for sharing and super happy you can live to race another day. We can rebuild cars not our friends and family.

[@att0987654321]

On the bright side we get to watch the best build to date get done again, this time even better, all the best and glad you are safe 👍🏻👌🏻🇦🇺

[@Aleks_Mechanics]

notification squad!🔥🔥🔥

[@ColleteDavis]

🙏

[@007Diffolie]

We are glad that you got out unscathed Collette, our hearts are going out to you, we followed the whole build process and hope that the corvette will be mobile soon again.

[@shannenmackenzie]

I’m glad your safe 🚗 I’ve just brought a piece of your c6 to help with the build 💪🏻, will put in my Honda when here I live in England so hopefully it gets here safe 🙂😘 look forward to seeing you come back bigger and better 💪🏻

[@j5jackson878]

I'm glad she always wears low cut tanks. I really appreciate it!

[@kevinengland4042]

Looking at all of the damage around the catch can, I would suspect a bad injector, or weak cylinder causing an excess of e85 fumes in the catch can.

[@jlett24]

This was also my guess as well. I believe the vapors coming from the catch can is what turned the initial fuel rail fire into a much bigger one with it emptying out on to the watered track.

[@chaz351975]

@@jlett24 that what would think as well fuel vapors in catch can hot engine and e85 will have e85 getting in the oil and catch can watched the fire frame by frame and there is a small flame coming from the plate on the tunnel under the dash first just before flames came from hood

[@joshparks269]

This was equally as hard to watch as the last video - my heart goes out to you, Collete and Nick. Since it’s gonna take time to get all of the custom parts sourced and the drivetrain sent back out and inspected/rebuilt, have you thought about doing the FC RX7 or the Barbie 350Z for Klutch Kickers? I mean I know the 350Z is down on power considering the competition but maybe through some mods to it, build it up and compete with it? Or the FC is a super nasty car and makes crazy skids, now that you have that car sorted, wouldn’t that make for a perfect KK car?

[@UgAboi]

Collette I know how hard it must be to go through this. But keep your head up! Best thing is you are okay and have no injuries. You’ll come back better and the car will too… as TJ would say keep moving forward!

[@zarrenrainledesma5832]

Glad that our neon princess is safe. I almost cry when I saw the corvette on fire. I've been watching the corvette build since day 1 and I can't imagine this happening. We will support you on the rebuild of the corvette. Keep safe always. We love you and were here for you❤😘

[@robvanderkroft6515]

Definitely think the brake line burst and fueled the fire on the right hand side . Fire suit and fire suppression are the lessons. Tie wire bolts would be better than loctite. A new chassis would almost be a better option if the fiberglass fire wall is damaged

[@Mr_jz_12]

Hopefully the lesson is american tracks need better fire saftey. The fact it was the drift HQ guys that put out the car is fucking mental!

[@noxious89123]

@@Mr_jz_12 +1. Where the fuck were the track staff? Did they literally have no fire fighting equipment at all, not even a couple of large extinguishers?

[@Mr_jz_12]

@@noxious89123 you'd have thought tracks would have learnt after the grange incident. The fact that its a large event is even more bizarre

[@robvanderkroft6515]

@@Mr_jz_12 it was on a skid pad to so you would think they would have fire crews placed around the pad . But it definitely does seem to be an American issue when it comes to lack of safety equipment and fire crews

[@Mr_jz_12]

@@robvanderkroft6515 Yeah its a little scary. I think cletus cracked down on stuff after the burst radiator incident. Even drag week did after one of the enterents cars caught fire badly.

[@sandmangti7040]

In a purpose built race car should you wear fire race suit more often? At least fire resistant coveralls. The pants you had on could melt to your skin. Racing shoes should be worn also. Plan for worse, be ready for all. Think about future plans to protect yourself.

[@ColleteDavis]

Definitely should wear a race suit.

[@sandmangti7040]

With all the racing that shop does do you all have a Safety Manager who helps cover and prepare for what you do? Even if contracted, someone who specializes in car racing safety. Take care of yourself.

[@somedudesdad3905]

I feel for u Colette. I'm sending u positive vibes from the 305. U r a champion at reframing unfortunate events. I have faith that super power of urs will lead u thru this as well. KTF

[@allanespiritu3]

Hopefully you can get it back together for the next round but don’t beat yourself up if you have to miss one! You guys put together one hell of a car and you’ve come so far already in your progression as a drifter, it’s only up from here! Keep killin it

[@blackguardunlimeted]

Collette you and the team did an awesome job, I'm so sad about the fire, don't give up!

[@julienluquet4609]

Just ordered my part to support you guys ! That was heartbreaking, but i'm glad you are safe and ready to fight back, as usual ! Support from france. =) (You are one of my favourite youtube channel, i really appreciate the high-quality content.) Courage Collete !

[@najiasobaai4300]

Salama Halikoum, Bonjour Julien, i'mF²oCarrÉ 74 🇨🇵 🇲🇦 From France. Vous êtes Français ? Bonne continuation

[@RealPinkFam]

Glad your safe, just come back better and safer

[@danjohnson2986]

Never seen your posts. However, as a rando, was thoroughly impressed by your quick thinking and actions in the moment. Glad you are ok. Good energies

[@cuttersidwell]

I just want to say. TJ made a comment about how this car doesn't sound good. I think it sounds amazing. That V8 sounds so crisp. Can't wait for you to be back in action! So glad your okay that fire was scary. Also the damage is so depressing, way worse than I could have ever guessed based on how fast you got the fire out.

[@bboyvillain84]

Just bought a peice for my wife. She's a fan of yours and got a picture with you at Hyperfest. We were right behind the fence of the Koni tent and my wife was in tears. We support you and Adam and it was great seeing you both this past weekend and hope to see you at the next.

[@ishvahkairav8498]

Can't believe that this would happen after so many hours and alot of effort from everyone. But you'll come back even stronger and gather more knowledge from this experience. All that matters is that you're safe and you're on the right track moving forward ❤️

[@3rdEyeWeldFab]

I feel for you! Not many understand how much work goes into a build like this. To spend days, months on something and see the aftermath hurts! I been building my first shred car and it’s so close to being done I couldn’t imagine what your going thru! It’s the worst going back to square one and cleaning/fixing stuff that was already perfect!

[@gracec5061]

I was st hyperfest when this happened. I'm so sorry Collette. Much love!!!

[@iankirkpatrick6486]

Gutted for you, the car was looking amazing, we could tell how much fun you were having driving it. Main thing is you are OK, just a scare, car will be fixed up better and safer than ever. Take care and chin up.

[@Jordan-jx5xg]

What an insane situation. Above all else I am happy to see you got out scratch free. That car is beautiful, life is beautiful and so are the people around you! You will bounce back from this Collette you got this

[@randybucher3188]

Sorry to see all the damage but you and your team got this! Your ok and this build will be back better than ever!!

[@arltvrs8485]

Glad you're ok and keep your head up you'll be shredding in no time 👍

[@journeyisaqt1009]

The force of the air pushing into the car also made the flames push threw them gaps so crazy too cause as you slowed down the flames stopped rushing in. So def would fill then gaps just to be safe and glad you are safe and still shredding yall are Hella good people

[@lucasd534]

Literally like no panic and straight to getting out of the car. Thats impressive

[@dihler55]

As rough as this is I am so glad that the fire didn't travel back further than it did. And man you really are lucky that you came out there unscathed pretty much.

[@tommoon2700]

Gonna be even better than before, stoked it wasn't a total loss, and your safe. ✌️🤙👍

[@triggersnob9722]

Your energy is intoxicating!

[@ProperSpeed.]

I am so glad and happy that you are okay and juust a little shocked. the situation is really bad as we all can see. words canot express how scary this is when you're the driver i know from experience for sure. Youu have a solid team behind you and will get the car back in order i am sure of it. God bless the crew at the track that came to youuure aid as soon as shit went down, we all are family and wanna see everyone succeed HAVE FUUUN and be safe most of all. Much Love keep shredding and as i always say. HIT THAT APEX!!!!!!!!!!!! Proper Speed Buelligan

[@ChinitFxt]

Glad you’re ok and you will build a new and better than ever corvette

[@mhf1979]

Collete stay strong and believe it that your C6 will come back stronger and safer for you to drift again. Hope this time rebuilding it with more fire safety.

[@BenjySparky]

Collette you rock! Sorry that happened to your baby! Love the channel and content! I'm here for the algorithm! Peace

[@16Vette]

First of all I'm glad you are safe. I can't imagine how you are feeling. It makes me sick to my stomach just looking at the car. Stay strong.

[@Maximus6x6]

one thing to keep in mind, when metals get hot, they expand, so when Nick checked the fuel rail after the fire was put out, the metals were still hot and o-rings not seated properly. now that the car has had time to cool down, all the metals have shrunken and now the gap that was there when he got E85 to the face is no longer going to happen until the metals are back to operating temps. Glad to see that you are doing good though! cannot wait to see you rebuild the vette even better than before. been watching the who vette build since Adam bought it or you. keep your head high as we are all rooting for you!

[@kaos666100]

Blows my mind a motorsport event had no proper fire crew or even decent size extinguishers

[@h0udinl]

Yea as an avid watcher of formula 1 and stuff like that I can’t believe there wasn’t a fire engine owned by the track

[@TallSpirit]

My heart sunk when I saw the thumbnail of the last video......you put sooooo many hours into this beauty just to see it melt away in a few seconds. I’m sure you will get it back to its original state soon but I’m so sorry to see this happen.....

[@tylergoins2026]

This is the only video I was happy about a add hahaha there’s my lil but of help I’ll go watch more of you’re video too 😆

[@shreddylyfe7789]

Not even my car and just seeing the car catch on fire hurts my soul 😭 glad your okay!

[@tourerv3577]

its so sad. i pray for the best for you. this is your time to come back even better, even stronger!! stay strong collete we all love you. now you and adam how cars that have caught on fire.

[@kiwifruit2240]

There still making cars, there's only one collette, thankfully your still here to tell the tale.

[@dalelantz4230]

I'm just really glad you didn't get hurt. I'm thinking of you so much.

[@petersalas5215]

god bless you. cannot wait to see the rebuild.

[@jfiggs7635]

Love you girl, keep your head up! Happy you are safe.

[@22bnightrider]

I was so sad to see that happen in the first video after all your hard work and dedication

[@Kam_Andrews]

This is heartbreaking. Thankful no one was hurt.

[@franklinthu]

Thank god you didn't get hurt! You guys were literally walking on fire. But I would have to say that was literally the hottest youtube video I have ever seen. How did you have the slowmo camera running when the fire happened? Just unbelievable and heartbreaking! Who would have thought brake fluid would burn like that on the ground. I'm getting a piece of the car - I have a Corvette too, so I'm rooting for you. You are totally kick ass - keep up the good work.