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I mean, I certainly get being prepared. But, like I said, most of us will go our entire lives without even knowing somebody who had a car catch fire without having significant tinkering (in which case, yes, a fire extinguisher is very important). I have seen two cars catch on fire as well--one was a fuel rail leak after a full longblock rebuild, and the other was an electrical fire after the owner botched a battery relocation and sub install.@RedRyder
I've carried a fire extinguisher in my ride since I was a kid. A guy that I knew as a teen had his VW Bus go up in flames on him. I heard the stroy and been carrying one ever since. I've used them twice. Both times to help someone else. Much like jumper cables, a winch, and other first responder gear: You never want to use em but if you have them when needed you'll feel awesome for being prepared.
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I guess all I am saying is that while a fire extinguisher is indeed great to have when you need it--again, I carry two myself--I don't necessarily agree that it is an absolute priority in order to still have safe and fun offroading / overlanding experiences. If all I had was a stock pickup and $200 to last my next two or three outings, for example, a fire extinguisher wouldnt make the cut.
Just the same, I carry a pistol and 44 rounds of ammo everywhere I go (and a .308 pistol under the seat >:D ), and can easily justify this to myself,l. But, I certainly wouldn't say having a firearm should be a priority for most folks.
I can say the same about the basic camping gear, survival gear, and water I also keep on my person or in my vehicle at all times :) . Other than getting stuck in blizzards overnight, I have never met someone who had to unexpectedly rely on their vehicles for survival. Still, I am ready for it, though I wouldnt say it is a priority for taking a road trip!