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Originally Posted by Nikon FM You have listed what is important up front: Oil cooler, brake pads capable for track use and high temp fluids are critical for having a

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Old 09-18-2010, 10:31 PM   #3 (permalink)
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You have listed what is important up front: Oil cooler, brake pads capable for track use and high temp fluids are critical for having a fun time. The performance related items I would hold off on until getting used to the car and then add mods with precision. Too many changes at once is definitely not a good approach. After running a few times I'd recommend getting R-componds.

Tools:
Pump, temp gauge (check tire temp consistency), pressure gauge, a floor jack if you are switching out wheels and not driving them to the track, a socket that fits your lugs with accompanying torque ratchet.

Personal items:
Tons of water. Staying hydrated on a track day really helps my energy level and ability to concentrate.

I totally agree with what you have said. My intent of this thread was not necessarily directed at personal advice for myself (not that I don't need any), but more of a one stop shop for road race prep. Maybe we can get a sticky and maybe even a new thread from scratch to start a checklist of track day essentials. We had a thread like this on supraforums and it was very helpful for making sure you are ready for the track. Just a thought.

I'll go ahead and start a list. Feel free to add to it.


Essentials:
Oil cooler
High performance brake pads/fluid
A good helmet (safety first)
Power steering cooler? (not sure if this is an issue yet)
Insurance (know if you are covered)

Performance:
Seat time (use your money to get experience in the car before you start adding to it)
Stainless Steel Brake Lines
Brake Ducts (maybe essential, don't know yet)
Better Tires
Sway Bars
Improved LSD
Coilovers
Exhaust
Intake
Tune
Brake upgrade
Extra set of wheels and R compounds (after a lot of experience on street tires)
Diff Cooler

Tools:
Basic tool set, just in case
Tire Gauge/Pump
Floor Jack/ Jack Stands (Changing wheels, brakes, checking for problems, etc.)
Tire Iron
Extra oil
Extra Brake fluid

Personal Items:
Water
Peanuts (unless you have non drowsy water)
Chairs
Long sleeve shirt/pants (most clubs require this
Food
Tent
Tarp
Advil
Camera

That's all that i can think of for now. I left off forced induction for now because I think that will add a lot more essential items such as cooling etc. That can be a side note if need be.

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