Track Day Tool Box

danegrey · 03-28-2021, 07:35 PM

Ok, I have a bad habit of taking too much for a track night / weekend. So I want to work on having what I need, but not having a lot.

Making an assumption that all the Z would need is Metric tools. So here is my list I am putting together...

Track Day Tool List
1/2" Drive
12 point sockets -- 16,17,18,19,20,21

3/8" Drive
12 point sockets -- 10,12,13,14,15,17
6 point sockets - 7,9,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17,18
Deep sockets -- 12,13,14,15,17

1/4" Drive
Deep 6-point -- 5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13
regular 6-point -- 5,6,7,8,9,10

1/2" breaker bar - 24"
1/2" Torque wrench

Wrenches - 12 point
Stub 10,12,13,14,15
regular 6,7,8,9,10,12,14,17,18 (set 1)
regular 8,10,12,13,14,15,17 (set 2)

Hex keys/Allen wrenchs variety
Rivet tool kit
duck tape
painters tape
Jumper cables
tie downs
zip ties
oil
brake fuild
funnels
individual super glue packets
paper towels
micro towels
cleaners variety

I do not own a impact wrench and wondering if it is worth or necessary in picking up a 1/2" drive.

Also missing from my list is pliers / screw drives, that is because I have not gone through all my tools yet.

all comments welcomes...
Thanks for the help

Evildky · 03-29-2021, 10:30 AM

Wow, props for taking the time to actually catalog your track tools. I just can't bring myself to break up sets so I bring a lot of unnecessary tools.

Don't forget jack and pinch weld adapter. Maybe low profile ramps to make jacking easier. Brake bleeding bottle with hose. Picks and lights should also be added to the list.

Definitely get a cordless impact. There are a ton of options and price points. My first was a used snap on I got cheap. When the battery died the second time I went to Dewalt as I already have a bunch of cordless Dewalt stuff and plenty of spare batteries. I have lots of fiends all with different brands, from harbor freight to the truck brands they all seem to get the job done.

JARblue · 03-29-2021, 02:47 PM

I've been supremely happy with the Ridgid cordless tool line. The Octane tools are very powerful and affordable, and their lifetime warranty on the tools and batteries is icing on the cake.

This high torque impact is a beast

https://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-1...211B/310782220

Corsairprime · 03-29-2021, 02:50 PM

Don't forget spare brake pad set and clips, needle nose pliers, air pump and pressure gauge. Extra Nissan pop-clips are handy too. I also have a tire trailer and Tool box mounted to it. Less crap to carry in the car. I drive my car to the track with tires and tools in tow.

Having a choice of impact and electric screwdriver type tools is a labor saver if nothing else. I have the Milwaukee impact driver and drill driver combo. Bring heavy duty gloves and hand cleaner for the times you will get greasy or covered in brake dust.

I like your socket set choices. I would offer bringing the 6pt impact selections of your choice when you pick up the impact driver. I bring the 19mm and the 21mm for wheel nuts and spacer nuts. At least these are the ones I need.

Hotrodz · 03-29-2021, 06:40 PM

I bought a Home Depot 250 piece mechanic tool kit for about $100. It has everything you need and you won't be mad if you lose or break any of the sockets because they have a lifetime warranty. Besides some of the other things mentioned I did not see a 1/2" torque wrench and breaker bar. Also necessary is an air compresser and jumper cables. It you have extra wheel studs take them too. You can run on four but I don't recommend it. You can change a stud and not miss more than one session. Ask me how I know!

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danegrey · 03-29-2021, 07:15 PM

like all of this, now, to make a better list and include mark the items that are missing. Probably do it in a spreadsheet.... and make available.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hotrodz

I bought a Home Depot 250 piece mechanic tool kit for about $100.

- have something similar from Home Depot

danegrey · 04-09-2021, 03:29 PM

ok,

Been working on this and putting it in a list and test packing the car.

Here is the checklist and what I have left to get:
Tool box.pdf

Here is a picture of how I arranged it in the trunk, still have a little room.
IMG-3466 (1).jpg

Still have a couple of things to purchase, first event is in about 2 weeks...

Rusty · 04-09-2021, 03:44 PM

I just show up. If I break. My day is finished anyways, because it will be something that I can't fix at the track. Then I call AAA to come and get me.

Jmatchley86 · 04-10-2021, 08:41 AM

Get an impact. its made life SOOOO much easier track side when i need to do anything. Plus who wants to wrench on a lug nut outside in the summer... not this guy!

danegrey · 04-10-2021, 09:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rusty

I just show up. If I break. My day is finished anyways, because it will be something that I can't fix at the track. Then I call AAA to come and get me.

probably what I would do to... but just in case.... just like to be prepared....

danegrey · 04-10-2021, 09:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jmatchley86

Get an impact. its made life SOOOO much easier track side when i need to do anything. Plus who wants to wrench on a lug nut outside in the summer... not this guy!

working on, but so many choices

Hotrodz · 04-10-2021, 10:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by danegrey

working on, but so many choices

I love my Rigid. They come on sale all the time at Home Depot. I see a lot of them at the track besides the other major brands.

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Rusty · 04-10-2021, 12:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by danegrey

probably what I would do to... but just in case.... just like to be prepared....

When I was racing and doing track days with a bike. I packed enough to do a complete rebuild. Over the years of doing that. I found out out that I hardly ever touched the tools at the track. It was always someone else needing something. If you do your prep work right. You really shouldn't never need them. Unless you switch tires at the track.

danegrey · 04-10-2021, 01:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rusty

When I was racing and doing track days with a bike. I packed enough to do a complete rebuild. Over the years of doing that. I found out out that I hardly ever touched the tools at the track. It was always someone else needing something. If you do your prep work right. You really shouldn't never need them. Unless you switch tires at the track.

The more I think of this the more it makes sense....

Spooler · 04-10-2021, 03:53 PM

My tool kit will be a trailer. LOL, if chit goes bad just load her up and deal with it later.

03-28-2021, 07:35 PM	#1 (permalink)
danegrey A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Knoxville Age: 71 Posts: 3,074 Drives: 12 370Z BK Cherry M6 Rep Power: 548872	Track Day Tool Box Ok, I have a bad habit of taking too much for a track night / weekend. So I want to work on having what I need, but not having a lot. Making an assumption that all the Z would need is Metric tools. So here is my list I am putting together... Track Day Tool List 1/2" Drive 12 point sockets -- 16,17,18,19,20,21 3/8" Drive 12 point sockets -- 10,12,13,14,15,17 6 point sockets - 7,9,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17,18 Deep sockets -- 12,13,14,15,17 1/4" Drive Deep 6-point -- 5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13 regular 6-point -- 5,6,7,8,9,10 1/2" breaker bar - 24" 1/2" Torque wrench Wrenches - 12 point Stub 10,12,13,14,15 regular 6,7,8,9,10,12,14,17,18 (set 1) regular 8,10,12,13,14,15,17 (set 2) Hex keys/Allen wrenchs variety Rivet tool kit duck tape painters tape Jumper cables tie downs zip ties oil brake fuild funnels individual super glue packets paper towels micro towels cleaners variety I do not own a impact wrench and wondering if it is worth or necessary in picking up a 1/2" drive. Also missing from my list is pliers / screw drives, that is because I have not gone through all my tools yet. all comments welcomes... Thanks for the help Corsairprime, KapitalZ and Sharad909 like this. __________________ Lots of Changes the Z needs to be driven and driven hard for the car lives for it Last edited by danegrey; 03-29-2021 at 07:10 PM.

03-29-2021, 10:30 AM	#2 (permalink)
Evildky Base Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 89 Drives: 13 Nismo STU/T3 Rep Power: 10186	Wow, props for taking the time to actually catalog your track tools. I just can't bring myself to break up sets so I bring a lot of unnecessary tools. Don't forget jack and pinch weld adapter. Maybe low profile ramps to make jacking easier. Brake bleeding bottle with hose. Picks and lights should also be added to the list. Definitely get a cordless impact. There are a ton of options and price points. My first was a used snap on I got cheap. When the battery died the second time I went to Dewalt as I already have a bunch of cordless Dewalt stuff and plenty of spare batteries. I have lots of fiends all with different brands, from harbor freight to the truck brands they all seem to get the job done. danegrey and sx moneypit like this.

03-29-2021, 02:47 PM	#3 (permalink)
JARblue A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Austin, TX Age: 43 Posts: 36,449 Drives: 11 Z34, 98 E36 M3 Rep Power: 2684440	I've been supremely happy with the Ridgid cordless tool line. The Octane tools are very powerful and affordable, and their lifetime warranty on the tools and batteries is icing on the cake. This high torque impact is a beast https://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-1...211B/310782220 danegrey, Hotrodz, madwi and 3 others like this. __________________ 2011 370Z 6MT Sport Gun Metallic \| ARC \| CJM \| Ecutek \| FI \| Fujimura \| R2C \| SPL \| Stillen \| TWM \| Z1 \| ZSpeed \|

03-29-2021, 02:50 PM	#4 (permalink)
Corsairprime Base Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Frisco, TX Posts: 215 Drives: 14 370Z Nismo GM 6MT Rep Power: 3544	Other tools. Don't forget spare brake pad set and clips, needle nose pliers, air pump and pressure gauge. Extra Nissan pop-clips are handy too. I also have a tire trailer and Tool box mounted to it. Less crap to carry in the car. I drive my car to the track with tires and tools in tow. Having a choice of impact and electric screwdriver type tools is a labor saver if nothing else. I have the Milwaukee impact driver and drill driver combo. Bring heavy duty gloves and hand cleaner for the times you will get greasy or covered in brake dust. I like your socket set choices. I would offer bringing the 6pt impact selections of your choice when you pick up the impact driver. I bring the 19mm and the 21mm for wheel nuts and spacer nuts. At least these are the ones I need. danegrey and Jmatchley86 like this. __________________ Corsairprime 2014 Nismo #462, GunMetal Grey, GT-R Start Button, AAM S-Line/R-Line intake and S-Line exhaust, Berk HFCs, Osiris Tuned at JoTech

03-29-2021, 06:40 PM	#5 (permalink)
Hotrodz Premium Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: NW, AZ Posts: 9,330 Drives: 10 Nissan 370z Nismo Rep Power: 2684384	I bought a Home Depot 250 piece mechanic tool kit for about $100. It has everything you need and you won't be mad if you lose or break any of the sockets because they have a lifetime warranty. Besides some of the other things mentioned I did not see a 1/2" torque wrench and breaker bar. Also necessary is an air compresser and jumper cables. It you have extra wheel studs take them too. You can run on four but I don't recommend it. You can change a stud and not miss more than one session. Ask me how I know! Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk JARblue, danegrey and Rusty like this. __________________ *Fast Intentions TT Installed and Tuned by Seb at SpecialtyZ 610whp 560tq:\|Fast Intentions 3" TT-TDX*\|SpecialtyZ/Fast Intentions 72 Row Oil Cooler\|SZ 6 Puck Clutch & Flywheel\|3GsCustoms\|Z1\|Wavetrac\|Hotchkis\|Whiteline \|Blitz\|Fortune Auto 500\|Fujimura\|SPL\|H&R\|TK\|TWM\|RPM Rollbar\|Sparco\|Next Level Performance\|TrackSpec\|AeroFlow Dynamics\|Pioneer\|

04-09-2021, 03:29 PM	#7 (permalink)
danegrey A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Knoxville Age: 71 Posts: 3,074 Drives: 12 370Z BK Cherry M6 Rep Power: 548872	ok, Been working on this and putting it in a list and test packing the car. Here is the checklist and what I have left to get: Tool box.pdf Here is a picture of how I arranged it in the trunk, still have a little room. IMG-3466 (1).jpg Still have a couple of things to purchase, first event is in about 2 weeks... Rusty likes this. __________________ Lots of Changes the Z needs to be driven and driven hard for the car lives for it

04-09-2021, 03:44 PM	#8 (permalink)
Rusty Ronin Samurai - Assassin Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Fayettenam,Pennsyltucky Age: 68 Posts: 34,852 Drives: 2011 Nismo GM 6M Rep Power: 2684436	I just show up. If I break. My day is finished anyways, because it will be something that I can't fix at the track. Then I call AAA to come and get me. JARblue, danegrey, Hotrodz and 2 others like this. __________________ 浪人 - 殺し屋 "The Difficult Anytime, The Impossible By Appointment Only" http://www.the370z.com/members-370z-...o-journal.html

04-10-2021, 08:41 AM	#9 (permalink)
Jmatchley86 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Fort Worth Posts: 159 Drives: 2011 370z 6MT Rep Power: 8	Get an impact. its made life SOOOO much easier track side when i need to do anything. Plus who wants to wrench on a lug nut outside in the summer... not this guy! KapitalZ likes this.

04-10-2021, 03:53 PM	#15 (permalink)
Spooler A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Ga Posts: 13,504 Drives: 2013 Nismo 370z Rep Power: 2684391	My tool kit will be a trailer. LOL, if chit goes bad just load her up and deal with it later. JARblue, Rusty and Hotrodz like this.

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