What's in your tool kit for race and touring events?
 

Hey Guys,

I hope everyone is enjoying the great weather and getting out and having fun. With so many events happening across the country like Power Tour, GoodGuys and Optima. What do you carry for tools in case of a break down, flat tire, etc.?

Things I would recommend:

-Good tire gauge
-High quality torque wrench
-Small compact jack
-Small piece of square plywood to place the jack on soft a surface.
-Leathermen knife tool thing
-Rags, shop towels
-Jumper cables
-Small pry bar
-Portable 12 volt air compressor
-Tire plug kit
-AAA ( I got a basic membership earlier this year for $65.00)
-Small LED flash light
-Misc wrench set
-Med. sized Channel locks

I recently picked up these up on Amazon:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

http://www.amazon.com/Professional-G...G5GX0SZJNK5NKZ

Interested in hearing what you guys carry to the track and on long road trips, rally's.

:thumbsup:

I seem to sell my car's before I ever get to take them on a trip longer than around the block.So don't have a travel kit yet. Good thread.:thumbsup:

I'll add:

Vice Grips small and medium
Safety wire & pliers
Zip ties
Electrical wire in assorted gauges
Selection of crimp connectors & crimping/striping tool or side-cutters
Electrical and duct tape
JB Weld and a few popsicle sticks
Assorted hose clamps
Small tube of sealant
A couple large cotton towels -multiple uses and they smother fires (firsthand experience)
Power steering fluid, brake fluid, gallon of distilled water.
Misc. nuts, bolts, washers, and screws.
Snap-on ratcheting screwdriver and bit assortment
Allen wrenches
Pin punches
Flexible putty knife/scraper
Good razor knife and blades
Hacksaw blades and blade holder (not saw)
Spring puller (small hook type)
Needlenose pliers
5.5" forceps
Inspection mirror
Streamlight Stylus Pro LED inspection light - priceless
http://www.amazon.com/Streamlight-66...led+flashlight

Ha...that makes it easy!

Wow, that's quite the toll kit! I just added that LED light to my wish list on amazon. :D

Thanks!

Some of the stuff mentioned
Craftsman 100ish piece tool kit, w added pliers hammer needle noses, knife, larger wrenches, and a larger crescent wrench
microfiber towels
spray stuff to keep paint pretty
duct tape
blue tape
some fuses
12 v test light
tape measure
allen bit for GM brake caliper
carb cleaner
purple cleaner (doubles as hand cleaner)
xtra fuel filter
holley jets and gaskets (never used these at the track)

Best light I've ever owned period......I have three and have bought 8 for gifts.
Just buy it! Bright enough for an impromptu tactical/personal defense light, amazing in the pitch black woods at night, and the beam focus is money for working on cars. I've been using them for over two years now. :thumbsup:

Regarding the list - I'm an ex off-road motorcycle guy, 100 mile cross country racing with only a small fanny pack to carry tools in taught me the necessities.

I carry the tools in a Harbor Freight white linen tool bag that about 7"x11" with two rows of outer pockets. The fluids and towels go in a plastic folding top storage container.

Packing light for a car is a luxury. :lol:

Tools I always bring can tell you a lot about how your car is working ...
* Tire pyro/lap timer
* Tire durometer
* Accurate tire pressure gauge
* Infrared temp gun

Total cost about $550-600

And now you know why its nice to have a trailer.

Here's an air pressure gauge that I've used for about 4yrs now and is accurate.

http://www.tirerack.com/accessories/...Tire+Inflation

Here's a cool, cheap tool at Costco:

http://www.costco.com/Michelin-Premi...100036423.html

I think I just found a stocking stuffer gift for the holidays for all the in-laws, aunts, uncles etc.

Here's a high quality, accurate split beam, adjustable torque wrench, made in the USA by Precision Instruments that won't break the bank. Precision makes these and others for the big name tool brands. I prefer the dial, click style over the much more expensive digital, beep style. Just my personal preference.

http://www.torqwrench.com/tools/item...kCode=C3FR250F

I'm have these available to Lateral-G members for $215.00 each plus shipping. 6.0% sales tax applies MI. customers.

Shoot me a PM or email me directly for quicker response at: [email protected]

Yeah, I've got everything in my track pack except for a bottle opener. Good call. :lol:

Just kidding.....definitely a good stocking stuffer. :thumbsup:

Here's a few of my favorite tools:

http://www.motionpro.com/motorcycle/partno/08-0361/

http://www.motionpro.com/motorcycle/partno/08-0158/

http://www.motionpro.com/motorcycle/partno/08-0389/

http://www.motionpro.com/motorcycle/...ner_t-handles/

Yeah I don't understand all this need for small lightweight tools and minimalistic folding pocket tools...

Basic needs:

Big trailer
Multiple cars
Plenty of spare tires mounted on spare wheels

Then hire a guy that brings his own pyrometer - infrared temp gun - pressure gauge - durometer.

Yup. Think we're all on the same page there Weld :lol: :lol: :lol:

Greg, you forgot to add hire, pro driver to drive your car at race events!

Check out Cantrell Motorsports in Bellevue. They have full arrive and drive service for track days, so you can skip all the tractor, trailer and tool BS and have them take care of it. You just so up and drive!

Good response Travis!!! LOL


I did look into this type of arrive and drive service... but they're really for people that are busy - you know - like working and stuff... where I have 6 Saturdays and a Sunday. So I have lots of time - and part of the whole truck/trailer thing for me is the freedom to come and go and divert - and add or subtract venues etc.

However - I think arrive and drive is the perfect solution for many people that would love to do track driving without the hassle of space - time - tools etc.

Love it, just needs a long chain on it! :lol:

Greg, just kidding on the driver thing. I work with the Porsche guys as you can see from our website and go to the big Porsche Club events and am blown away with what they show up with it terms of trucks, trailers, cars, crew, arrive & drive, etc, etc. The PT guys are a bit more down to earth, but don't get the wrong impression the PCA (Porsche Club of America) guys are great and welcoming folks as well. The hire pro-driver does happen at PCA and I'm like this is Club Racing, not IMSA. :)

If you haven't been to Cantrell's new shop in Bellevue check it out and tell Colin and Justin I sent you. www.cantrellmotorsport.com Both great, honest and extremely savvy car guys. Suspension, track prep and fabrication just some of the specialties they do. Recaro dealer as well. Funny to see a Seattle Police patrol car in there shop getting a new Recaro seat.

Here's a link to an up coming event for them: http://myemail.constantcontact.com/S...id=5AsvknW5jqo

FYI...I'm from Kirkland, WA. Live is MI now.

Here's what you need out there: http://www.autobahncc.com/eblast/OpenHouse060914.html

Nice one Ron :thumbsup:

Here's s a great track day at The Ridge as well: http://myemail.constantcontact.com/C...id=XvtNwPSjY5c