TO DO List and things to bring for a Track Day

[Black396]

I'll keep the ToDo List relatively short and limit it to last minute details. Anyone wishing a more comprehensive list just leave a response.


Drink lots of water the day before
Drink lots of water at the track (you won't believe how dry your mouth gets)
Get a good night's sleep the night before
Eat a hearty breakfast and bring a snack
Top off all fluids (gas, antifreeze, brake fluid, oil, P/S fluid)
Check tire pressures (before going on track and after each session) 32-34psi is a good starting point depending...


We can add to the list as other things come up...

FINALLY the most important ToDos....
Remember this is all about learning... about yourself and your car
Have fun! For most of us this is the most fun you can have legally
Be Safe, Be Courteous, Bring you and your car home safe and sound
Check your EGO at the main gate when signing the release
(see items 1-4 above)[/list=1]
Here is a list of things you may wish to bring.

RACE TRACK CHECKLIST * Compliments of Ralph Watts

TOOLS[list] TOOL BOX
COMBINATION WRENCHES
SOCKET SET
ELECTRIC SCREWDRIVER
C-CLAMPS
TORQUE WRENCH
RUBBER HAMMER
JACK/JACK STANDS
CARPET
RAGS/PAPER TOWELS
MOTOR OIL
BRAKE FLUID/BLEEDER KIT
SIPHON
DUCT TAPE
LUG WRENCH
PLASTIC TIES
WINDEX
SPRAY DETAILER
WORK GLOVES
FLASHLIGHT
TARP SPARE PARTS
BRAKE PADS
HOSESDRIVING EQUIPMENT CAR KEYS
HELMET
DRIVING SUIT
DRIVING GLOVES
DRIVING SHOES
LONG SLEEVE SHIRT
SUN GLASSES
Driver's Log Book
Tech Sheet
Car NumbersPERSONAL ITEMS MONEY
Camera
Medications, if any including Aleve, Tylynol, etc.
SUNSCREEN/BUG SPRAY
HAT
SLEEPING BAG/PILLOW
MATTRESS PAD
CHAIR
WATER
COOLER
LANTERN
WINDOW SCREENS
PLASTIC TAPE
SWEATS/SHORTS
TOILETRIES
BATH TOWEL
ALARM CLOCK
ARMY KNIFE
RADIOS
OTHER ITEMS Chewing Gum
Hard candies (LifeSavers)
Haynes Manual/repair manual

[LilRedCorvette]

Mkay, I have about half that stuff. Will people be sharing in case of an emergency or are we SOL if something happens? I have all my spare fluids, an extra serp belt lying around, brake pads, driving suit/shoes/helmet, shop manual, personal items (of course) but that's about it.

I certainly don't have the camping gear, and wouldn't be camping out the night before anyway [:))] And being the first time of ever doing this, no log book either. What can we use for that? Or will we be getting one??? Please advise...

[Black396]

[:))] That is DEFINITELY an all inclusive list... Its actually what Ralph and I use to pack for a weekend at the track. Of course we have a tow vehicle and a trailer to carry it all in also [:D]

I've never been to an event where the people there didn't bend over backwards to help out if they could, whether its turning a wrench or lending one.

The newbie's really only need to worry about the small things for now. A quart of oil and the personal items should just about cover it.

A log sheet will be provided for this event. If a student has one from a different organization, they should bring it with them. It will give their instructor an idea where to concentrate to give the student the biggest chance for improvement.

[LilRedCorvette]

[:))] That is DEFINITELY an all inclusive list... Its actually what Ralph and I use to pack for a weekend at the track. Of course we have a tow vehicle and a trailer to carry it all in also [:D]

I've never been to an event where the people there didn't bend over backwards to help out if they could, whether its turning a wrench or lending one.

The newbie's really only need to worry about the small things for now. A quart of oil and the personal items should just about cover it.

A log sheet will be provided for this event. If a student has one from a different organization, they should bring it with them. It will give their instructor an idea where to concentrate to give the student the biggest chance for improvement.

Thanks for the info [:)] Yeah, I thought that was a pretty comprehensive list [:))] I know you guys have camped out at the tracks before and have the storage to put it in. I'm still trying to figure out how to fit my suit/shoes/toiletries/brake fluid and pads/coolant/water wetter/oil/etc into one bag...[8-}]

[racerboy]

Don't forget your VISA/MASTERCARD! [:))]

[LilRedCorvette]

Don't forget your VISA/MASTERCARD! [:))]

You can say that again. [:))] I think Spook cost me $700 total (entry fees, hotel, needed parts, oil...)

[z06racing]

MIKE you are the most INCLUSIVE guy I ever met! [:D]

Good job on the list. I also agree, that anything one may forget, is readily available from ANY of us at the track. Call it your EXTENDED family if you will, but by in large, I have found that most are eager to lend a hand to whatever extent it takes!

And Laurie: My expenses are compounded by me having to order 25 extra SPOOK shirts with my name on them [:p]

Hope SANTA brings everyone something nice for their special car!

However:

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y216/racingfast/HolidaySentiment-1.jpg

Merry Christmas to ALL! [:p]

[wazzzup]

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[z06racing]

George-- a man of few words. [:p]

[JaxVette]

Hey, speaking of we're all one happy family at the track. Where the HELL is all my tools that were borrowed at the track this year???? And the beer that was borrowed, and the, ah hell, MERRY FRIGG'IN CHRISTMAS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

See you at the track again in 2007.......................................

[z06racing]

, ah hell, MERRY FRIGG'IN CHRISTMAS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!




Jack is that you up there in that chair telling the missus where to put that tree???????????? [:))] [:))] [:))] [:))]

[wazzzup]

Mike has your beer! [:))]
Ralph has your tools! [:))]
and Brian is hitting on your woman! Just tell him he can have her and he'll go away! [:))] [:))] [:))]

Just jidding Brian! I know you don't give up that easy! [:D]

[LilRedCorvette]

And Laurie: My expenses are compounded by me having to order 25 extra SPOOK shirts with my name on them [:p]

[:))]

[LilRedCorvette]

And the beer that was borrowed...

Uh...I don't think you'd want the beer back after it had been borrowed. [:-&] [[-(] [;)] [:))]

[z06racing]

Brian is hitting on your woman! Just tell him he can have her and he'll go away! [:))] [:))] [:))]


I'll pass on a woman with a blue spruce where the sun dont shine thank you berry much!

Jack: a suggestion for ya:

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