Track Day Prep.

[CarlC]

Here's a list of a few items that I spent the better part of two days doing to get ready for Saturday.

Rebuild both front calipers (Previous track day event melted the dust boots.)
Re-locate both front brake flex lines to better inner mounting point locations.
Inspect brake linings and rotor quality.
Inspect chassis and suspension components for wear and visible cracks.
Flush brake fluid.
Rotate tires.
Cleaned and repacked front wheel bearings.
Re-torque all critical fasteners.
Check all fluid levels.
Set front end alignment (-2, +6, 3/16" out)
Repair exhaust hanger damage.
Full chassis grease lubrication (28 points.)
Inspect belts and hoses.
Change coolant.

There's a few more things I need to do but basically the car is ready from a safety standpoint. If you have not done a safety inspection on your car I highly suggest spending some quality time in the garage ASAP.



Also, it's going to be very warm. Latest forecast is 105* on Saturday. Track and pit temps on the blacktop will be higher. Making sure that both the cars and ourselves do not get overheated will be important. Keeping an eye on each other and watching for signs of both mechanical and human problems will be something all of us will need to practice.

Let's remember that Vince's party will only be a success if all of us come back in one piece.