Rick
I don't recall ever seeing observation windows in rear engine cars. The
driver is a little busy looking ahead to check mirrors. A lot of the cars do
have heat sensors and automatic fire suppression systems in the cars, front
and rear engine vehicles.
Glen
----- Original Message -----
From: <Ironwigwam2@aol.com>
To: <land-speed@autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, April 10, 2002 4:40 PM
Subject: Re: Rulebook Firewall Question
> While on this subject of firewalls, I was wondering if any of the rear
engine
> streamliners use a port hole type window and mirrors for fire
surveillance?
> Or is section III-6 stating no, all I see is that they need to be made of
> metal. Would small lexan windows be stretching the rule?
> I hope this rookie is not being too forward.
>
> Rick Dillinger
> 1957 S/G
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