Race day checklist
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08/18/23 08:19 PM
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I wasn’t as prepared as I should have been and decided to create a checklist Do you use a checklist?
Please feel free to add on
Checklist for race car
Computer Notebook binder Pencil
Gasoline Race gas additive Race gas tank Transmission fluid
Race suit Helmet Roll cage, sidebar
Windownet Engine, Diaper Water for rad
Tool case 1 Heat gun Impact gun with sockets Spare tires and lug nuts Air pig Generator Cooling fan
Food Chair Water Cooler Suntan lotion Hat T-shirt Tent
Check prior to loading Test voltage Lug nuts torque Fuel level Rad level
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Re: Race day checklist
[Re: Kam*Kuda]
#3168971
08/19/23 07:57 AM
08/19/23 07:57 AM
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Mr340
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Jack and Jack stands or that spare tire and impact gun won’t do you any good 👍 Also check trailer tire pressures
Last edited by Mr340; 08/19/23 08:00 AM.
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Re: Race day checklist
[Re: Kam*Kuda]
#3168978
08/19/23 08:22 AM
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jcc
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No soup for you!!!
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I wasn’t as prepared as I should have been and decided to create a checklist Do you use a checklist?
Please feel free to add on
Checklist for race car
Computer Notebook binder Pencil
Gasoline Race gas additive Race gas tank Transmission fluid
Race suit Helmet on helmet: ICE, name, BD, blood type, allergies Roll cage, sidebar
Windownet Engine, Diaper Water for rad
Tool case 1 Heat gun Impact gun with sockets Spare tires and lug nuts Air pig Generator Cooling fan Fender Cover
Food Chair Water Cooler Suntan lotion Hat T-shirt Tent
Paper Towels Hand soap trash bag Cell Phone phone charger Sunglasses If over 50, cushioned work mat
Check prior to loading Test voltage Lug nuts torque Fuel level Rad level
I'm with Helmuth Hübener, and no soup is being served today.
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Re: Race day checklist
[Re: topside]
#3168987
08/19/23 09:04 AM
08/19/23 09:04 AM
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Hemi_Joel
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I use a checklist app on my phone. Either ever note or keep notes. I use voice to text to create the checklists so that I don't need to type anything. Then anytime, anywhere, if something pops into my head that I should add to the list, I can just get my phone out and add it. Both of these apps have a an option to use a checkbox in front of every item. So when I'm packing, I can just check the boxes. I can copy and paste a checklist from a prior trip into a new note and modify it if needed. It's pretty handy
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Re: Race day checklist
[Re: theraif]
#3169033
08/19/23 01:00 PM
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cgall
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I retired from racing this year, and sold everything. Since I had an open trailer and my pickup truck was my daily driver, I had to load/unload everything each trip to the track. I had a tote that had engine gaskets, oil, filter, ATF, brake cleaner, other fluids. Another tote had spare starter, fuel pump, pushrods, spark plugs. 2-drawer tool box with hand tools, a plastic box with all carb parts and gaskets, another plastic box with electrical wire, connectors, zip ties. Generator, battery charger, extension cord, 2 fully-charged jump boxes. For a Saturday night race, a 10 X 14 cooler was sufficient. A weekend race requires another large cooler full of ice.
I gave the two track-day totes to the guy that bought the car.
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Re: Race day checklist
[Re: cgall]
#3169105
08/19/23 08:35 PM
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I always check the tire pressures on the tow rig and trailer before load the car.
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Re: Race day checklist
[Re: jcc]
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08/20/23 10:37 AM
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Practice tree Weather station Snacks Every carb tuning part made Good led lights for needed repairs Way more alcohol than I could ever use Generator gas Rags,wax,cleaners Air compressor and long line Radiator sealers I have a plastic box I call my lucky box with almost every size NF and NC grade 8 bolt I may need Loc-tite And of course a nice selection of tools, floor Jack etc.
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Re: Race day checklist
[Re: pittsburghracer]
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08/20/23 11:31 AM
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Double check the tie downs/straps, to make sure your car is properly strapped down on the trailer, before leaving. Bring extra straps with you. Make sure trailer lights are functioning.
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Re: Race day checklist
[Re: Thelma133]
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08/22/23 10:39 AM
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I have not raced anything on a track for decades, but I have work pit crew a few times for friends (Leonard D. Scott H, etc) and found out along side them some simple items that kept them from running on time or just an extra precaution.
Spare battery. Twice this has happened. Once, it stopped holding a charge. 2nd time tire blew, went through aluminum tub and smack the race battery.
Cut away knife for interior harness/net, just in case.
Extra fire extinguishers.
Chillable bottle to keep in the car while waiting to race. Hot and thirsty is not fun when your strapped into a car and waiting a while to stage. If you have room, an ice chest just of ice. Gets pretty hot out there.
Extra trans/engine oil, if not some gaskets, hoses, clamps, filters, Duct tape.
Small spool of wiring/electrical tape, because you know, stuff happens.
Sponsor stickers. You would be surprised at how much opportunities there are for a little promotion of someone's product.
toilet paper. Many pot-o-potties run out at big events, and the walk of shame out of one is not fun.
if your running carb(s) maybe some jets if your a 'track tooner'.
Spare trailer wheel. You can have new tires on your trailer, does not mean you won't hit a random object getting there.
Extra set of 'cool down' clothes.
Friends. Yes, being with friends never hurt and if you can park/camp/hang with some will be a big help if needed.
Have fun racing out there.
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