FAQs
What does FHS stand for?
The answer depends on who's asking or what products you are interested in:
Automotive --"For Heavy Smokers"
R/C Models --"Fred's Hobby Shop"
Racing -- "FHS is For High Speed"
How can I reach FHS Supply? TOP OF PAGE
Walk-In/Pick-Up/Delivery/Business Hours:
Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm EST (other times, such as weekends, are possible, but by appointment only -- call us first)
The FHS manufacturing shop is closed on major holidays, bank & post office holidays, etc.
However, try calling the FHS office, as it is quite often open anyway.
Please call ahead to schedule pickups & please make any deliveries after 10am.
From Charlotte, NC:Take Hwy 49 going S to Lake Wylie. About 2 miles past the bridge, you come to a 4-way intersection with stoplight. Continue straight, but the road name changes to Hwy 557. Go about 4 miles. Turn right onto Bethel Church Rd. (directly across from the big white church). Take the left hand fork onto Bethel Hill Rd. FHS is the 1st building on the right.
From Gastonia, NC:Take Hwy 321 going S to Clover. Turn left at the main stoplight in Clover onto Hwy 55 going E. About 2 miles past Clover, turn left on Hwy 557. Go another 2 miles. Turn left onto Bethel Church Rd. (directly across from the big white church). Take the left hand fork onto Bethel Hill Rd. FHS is the 1st building on the right. We are built for racing: all left hand turns with the winners circle on the right!
From Rock Hill, SC:See the I-77 directions below
From I-85 in SC:Continue north into NC. Take Exit 8 in NC. Turn right onto Hwy 161. Go E about 6 miles. Turn left on Hwy 55. Go N into Clover about 6 miles. About 2 miles past Clover, turn left on Hwy 557. Go another 2 miles. Turn left onto Bethel Church Rd. (directly across from the big white church). Take the left hand fork onto Bethel Hill Rd. FHS is the 1st building on the right. We are built for racing: all left hand turns with the winners circle on the right!
From I-77 in SC:Take Exit 85 in SC. Turn onto Hwy 160. Go W about 6 miles. Turn left on Hwy 49. Go S to Lake Wylie. About 2 miles past the bridge, you come to a 4-way intersection with stoplight. Continue straight, but the road name changes to Hwy 557. Go about 4 miles. Turn right onto Bethel Church Rd. (directly across from the big white church). Take the left hand fork onto Bethel Hill Rd. FHS is the 1st building on the right.
What forms of payment does FHS Supply accept? TOP OF PAGE
All major Credit Cards, UPS COD, Cash, Traveller's Cheques, Money Orders, Certified/Cashier's Checks, Bank Wire Transfers, etc.
We do not accept Letters of Credit.
Due to the fees associated with hazardous UPS COD packages, FHS will no longer ship hazardous materials (i.e. fuels/HP boosters) on a COD basis. All the oils (racing, automotive, and model) are non-hazardous and can ship UPS COD. We prefer that COD packages ship to a business address. Please note that since Sept. 98, UPS no longer accepts cash payment of COD's, only company checks, money orders, etc.
Where can I get MSDS's (Material Safety Data Sheets) for FHS products? TOP OF PAGE
We now have our shipped products MSDS's available directly on the internet for 24 hr reference
Emergency Phone #'s (803) 222-4607 / (803) 831-8307 / (803) 831-0245
Some of these materials are highly flammable and all should be used with extreme caution!
Materials which FHS Supply, Inc. handles and ships:
MSDS=Material Data Safety Sheet,UN####=International Chem Code, ERG=Emergency Response Guide |
Methanol: MSDS -- UN1230 : ERG 131 -- Methanol Racing Fuel for real Racers
NitroMethane: MSDS -- UN1261 : ERG 129 -- HP booster for Methanol
NitroEthane: MSDS -- UN2842 : ERG 129 -- HP booster for Gasoline
Propylene Oxide: MSDS -- UN1280 : ERG 127P -- HP booster/igniter for Methanol/Gasoline
Red Max Model Fuel:MSDS -- UN1993 : ERG 128 -- Model Glow/Model Racing Fuels
Red Max Diesel Fuel:MSDS -- UN1993 : ERG 128 -- Model Diesel Fuels
FHS Lubricant/Oil: MSDS -- ERG 171 -- FHS Lubricants/Oils (all types) |
and for comparison purposes (also highly used by some FHS employees but not shipped):
Automotive Gasoline: MSDS - avg. person pumps several gallons at each fillup-Note: Propylene Oxide is not this bad
Sodium Saccharin: MSDS - avg. health-conscious person consumes unhealthy levels of this sugar substitute every day
Caffeine: MSDS - avg. person consumes way too much of this every day |
and our final word of caution, never use this with any flammable product, and better yet, not at all :-)
Nicotine: MSDS- major ingredient craved for by addicted smokers - never smoke around flammable materials! |
If you cannot find an MSDS that you are looking for (i.e. broken links), please let us know.
All the MSDS collections for the generic chemicals keep moving around...
For Emergency Info:
DOT Hazmat - ERG 2000 Emergency Response Guidebook
Vermont SIRI MSDS Collection
MSDS Search
The information accumulated herein is believed to be accurate but is not warranted to be whether originating with the company or not.
Recipients are advised to confirm in advance of need that the information is current, applicable, or suitable to the user's circumstance.
How can I use Nitro and/or Propylene Oxide igniter for racing? TOP OF PAGE
Instructions for use of NitroMethane, NitroEthane, Propylene Oxide
**IMPORTANT**
See the appropriate MSDS (listed above) for these materials before use!
These materials are highly flammable and should be used with extreme caution!
The HP Boosters are fuel additives which will increase the power of fuel.
Fuel types --HP Booster:
Methanol -- NitroMethane, Propylene Oxide
Gasoline -- NitroEthane, Propylene Oxide
Max Compression Ratios:
NitroMethane, NitroEthane -- 8:1 or less
Propylene Oxide -- 16:1 or less
Warning! Use at higher compression can cause detonation and engine damage!
Power Range:
NitroMethane, NitroEthane -- All around booster and high end horsepower - will light one off!
Propylene Oxide -- Igniter and low end horsepower for the corners and off the starting line: extra torque
Suggested safe fuel ratios (assuming correct compression):
Stock engine: 10% Nitro + 10% Propylene + 80% Fuel
To mix (for best results mix just before the race):
Get a gallon fuel jug
Add 13 oz Nitro
Add 13 oz Propylene
Fill remainder with regular fuel
Seal tightly until use
Some people go up to 20%, 30%, or higher on the Nitro (experienced users only), but there is not much point to go higher than 15%-20% on Propylene Oxide igniter.
For Nitro, engine adjustments may necessary to get the full benefit of these additives:
Increase jet size, set timing back, remove some gear teeth -- hold on tight!.
For Propylene Oxide, no engine adjustments are necessary, although some people like to go up one jet size.
Note: These can be mixed in FHS oils to make "Hot Oil". However, they have their best effect when used as fuel additives (i.e. in the fuel).
The stock Briggs can safely replace about 4-5 oz of oil with these HP boosters and still maintain FHS oil lubrication and integrity.
As with all hazardous chemicals, use maximum caution (and common sense) at all times.
The information accumulated herein is believed to be accurate but is not warranted to be whether originating with the company or not.
Recipients are advised to confirm in advance of need that the information is current, applicable, or suitable to the user's circumstance.
Does FHS Supply sell model/kart kits, engines, parts, etc.? TOP OF PAGE
Sorry, FHS Supply, Inc. only supplies high performance fuels and oils. See the relevant section of our webpages for links to dealers of kits, engines, and parts.
No, the airplane and boat on the decals are not for sell; but, we can send you some free decals :) Also, we have the same airplane, boat, and FHS logos available on the T-shirts and hats. We also have the car and helicopter decals.
How to I get set up as a dealer for FHS products? TOP OF PAGE
For Motorsports/Karting:
To become a dealer for FHS Racing Products, we need to get a copy of your business license, tax id #, and a letterhead, business card, or advertising showing that you are in the motorsports industry. You can fax these to our machine. Once we have these items, we will fax you a copy of our dealer package. We require dealers to order 6 cases = 120 qts at a time, although this can be packaged in 12 qt, 20 qt, or 4 gal cases. Payment is by credit card, prepayment for shipped orders, or COD for pick-ups. We have further discounts for those dealers who also get 10+ drums of methanol during a pick-up.
For Model/Hobby Stores:
To become a dealer for FHS Model Products, we need to get a copy of your business license, tax id #, and a letterhead, business card, or advertising showing that you are in the hobby/model industry. You can fax these to our machine. Once we have these items, we will fax you a copy of our dealer package. We have price breaks at various quantities of model fuel. Approved dealers can take 10% off the listed retail prices. Payment is by credit card, prepayment for shipped orders, or COD for pick-ups.
For Automotive Products:
We have volume discounts on large/truck-size orders. Total order amount determines discount level, from 5% up to 30% off retail price. Call for details. |
