teh speedtrial car tech thread
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From: Teh Phantom Zone
Car Info: 2013 Toyota Prius Plug In 2011 Toyota Prius
reminder.
I'll have extra brake fluid and wrench set available during track day.
Please make sure you bring your wheel lock if you have one.
let me see if i can dig up the check list from last year.
I'll have extra brake fluid and wrench set available during track day.
Please make sure you bring your wheel lock if you have one.
let me see if i can dig up the check list from last year.
Here are some suggested pre-track day check list
q proper driving Shoes
q Gloves
q Helmet
q Sunglasses <- DEFINITELY SHOULD BRING ONE
q Sunscreen
q Camera(s)
q Folding chair
q Torque wrench & tools
q Oil
q Window cleaner
q Paper towels
q Towels
q Garbage bags
q Cooler – drinks / food
q Tech sheet and other credentials
q Cash
Others
1) Pre-Event checks
a) Make sure the car is in a well maintained condition
b) Check ALL fluid levels
c) Replace the brake fluid if not changed at service specified interval
d) Check the condition/pressure of all your tires, Make a note of the pressures
e) Check your brake pads for condition/thickness
f) Remove any accessories not securely fitted
g) Remove any floor mats from the drivers footwell
h) Remove the spare tire if you have secure storage
i) Take some basic tools with you, enough to change brake pads at least
j) Take at least one axle stand for when you change the pads
k) Take some rags for cleaning your hands etc
2) Spares etc to take
a) One set of brake pads at least, front and rear
b) One 5 liter can of oil
c) Some tape to cover your light lenses
d) A helmet
e) Some thin soled sports shoe's, aids with brake feel
3) Pre-track checks
a) Recheck your tire pressures, if one is down you may have a slow puncture which could blow when at high speed
b) Increase the tire pressures by 4-6PSI higher than you run on the road
c) Tape up your headlights
d) Ensure you understood the driver briefing, if you are not sure about any aspect, ask for clarification. Ensure you understood the passing rules in particular!
e) Drink your can of Red Bull and put on your helmet
q proper driving Shoes
q Gloves
q Helmet
q Sunglasses <- DEFINITELY SHOULD BRING ONE
q Sunscreen
q Camera(s)
q Folding chair
q Torque wrench & tools
q Oil
q Window cleaner
q Paper towels
q Towels
q Garbage bags
q Cooler – drinks / food
q Tech sheet and other credentials
q Cash
Others
1) Pre-Event checks
a) Make sure the car is in a well maintained condition
b) Check ALL fluid levels
c) Replace the brake fluid if not changed at service specified interval
d) Check the condition/pressure of all your tires, Make a note of the pressures
e) Check your brake pads for condition/thickness
f) Remove any accessories not securely fitted
g) Remove any floor mats from the drivers footwell
h) Remove the spare tire if you have secure storage
i) Take some basic tools with you, enough to change brake pads at least
j) Take at least one axle stand for when you change the pads
k) Take some rags for cleaning your hands etc
2) Spares etc to take
a) One set of brake pads at least, front and rear
b) One 5 liter can of oil
c) Some tape to cover your light lenses
d) A helmet
e) Some thin soled sports shoe's, aids with brake feel
3) Pre-track checks
a) Recheck your tire pressures, if one is down you may have a slow puncture which could blow when at high speed
b) Increase the tire pressures by 4-6PSI higher than you run on the road
c) Tape up your headlights
d) Ensure you understood the driver briefing, if you are not sure about any aspect, ask for clarification. Ensure you understood the passing rules in particular!
e) Drink your can of Red Bull and put on your helmet
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From: Teh Phantom Zone
Car Info: 2013 Toyota Prius Plug In 2011 Toyota Prius
If I am not staying over night on Saturday the suggested departure time is 5am for those of us that are not in the valley.
It takes roughly an hour + to get up there.
If anyone wants to caravan please let us know.
It takes roughly an hour + to get up there.
If anyone wants to caravan please let us know.
+1 i'll caravan. I think i'll sleep better at home .Just wake up early and drive up.
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maverick is inbound and super sonic
"mustang this is voo doo one requesting a fly by"
"negative ghost rider the pattern is full"
VROOOOM



