Learn how to determine which racing category and class is right for you. The next step is acquiring a racecar. Ah, to buy or build? The pros and cons are discussed along with the steps involved for both decisions.
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Regardless of whether your intention is getting a race prepped car or you will be participating in Autocross, High Performance Driving Events, or Time Trials, this section will help you properly prepare your car. Before you make any modifications, ensure it’s within the rules of the class(es) you will be racing in and goes along with the goals you’re established for the future.
Understand why buying an already built racecar makes so much sense!
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Why building a racecar might make sense for you. This section begins the process of what it takes to build a safe racecar to get you out on the track, and discusses, what the essential components are as well as the associated costs.
Locating the Donor Car
Time to Strip
Roll Cages
Suspension
Glass Sunroof Replacement
Racing Seat and Harness
Kill Switch
Brake System
Fire System
Transponder
Rear View Mirror
Race Tires Overview
Rims
Corner Weighting
Alignment
Tow Hooks
Learn what the purpose of technical inspections are and how to be prepared for them.
Plan now.Moving On - What it Takes to Run at the Front
Now that you have completed building the foundation of your racecar, you can now begin working to make the car faster. Especially if you are still fairly new to racing, do not sacrifice seat time to make the car go faster.
Are You Ready to Spend Some Money?
Race Tires - A Closer Look
Engine Build
Suspension
Data Acquisition Systems
Exhaust - Opening Things Up
Air Intake System - If You Haven't Already
Limited Slip Differentials
Exhaust Header
Fuel Injectors
Engine Dyno Tuning
Racing Wheels
Air Dam/Splitters
The Costs of Racing - Personal Saftey Equipment & the Racecar
Repairs - Fixing the Racecar to Make it to the Track
Learn to control costs of repairing and maintaining your racecar. Determine the basic tools you will need for repair and maintenance and learn some thrifty tricks in the process. Using the correct tools, and our expertise, you will learn how to do some basic repairs. Save MORE money by repairing the racecar yourself.
Avoiding Expensive Repairs
Brake Pads and Fluid
Routine Maintenance Timeline
What are the Basic Tools that You will Need?
Tool to Change Brake Fluid
Basic Alignment Tool
Tool Costs
Exterior Racecar Work
What separates the cars you want to race from those you don't? The way it looks! Learn how to make your car desirable and up to code.
Dealing with Cosmetic Bodywork
Painting the Racecar - Interior
Painting the Racecar - Exterior
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