Track Tool Kit

[MrMike]

What tools do you guys normally bring to the track?

All I have so far is inflator, scissor jack, breaker bar, torque wrench, socket for wheels.

I have a Home Depot tote with this stuff plus a quart of oil in it so far.

As a novice I don't expect to need very much my first couple times, but I'm the over-prepared type.

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[Ballistica]

My list includes helmet, gloves, tire gauge, air pump, breaker bar, torque wrench, wheel socket with ratchet driver, water, snacks, chair, tire chock, change of clothes, tarp and GoPro. I keep everything in a tote as well, much easier.

 

[EFI]

Bring some extra fluids like coolant and brake. Maybe a flashlight too along with some sockets an a screwdriver.

 

[bnightstar]

I think I'm the only one who only gets helmet and Racebox. But to be fair I also have tire pressure gauge in the car for setting tire pressures as well as IR gun that I rarely use for tire temps. But my track is only 1 hour 30 minutes away and I drive a street car. One time I needed lines for charging the battery as I'm an idiot and 1 time I needed 1.5 qts of oil so few bottles of oil, brake fluid etc could be beneficial. Chair and a tent would be nice to have as well as something to keep drinks cold.

 

[txgt]

You’ve got a good basic list. I would definitely add glass cleaner and a glass cleaning towel. Even if you clean the inside and outside of the windshield before you go, it’s good to bring that stuff with you if you get a big bug splat during a session.

 

[sms2022]

Great thread! Im putting together my kit right now.
In a canvas tool wrap I have sockets in sizes I may need (7,8,10,13,15,18, spline lug socket), wrenches in those same sizes, spanner wrench, 3/8 ratchet, and a screwdriver with interchangeable bits.

I also have a cheap tool bag from Home Depot with duct tape, zip ties, dewalt 3/8 impact, impact compatible bottle jack, a tire gauge, and portable compressor that works with my dewalt impact battery.

I also have jack stands, and wheel chocks but they just go loose in the trunk for now with
Spare fluids (brake, oil, coolant).

Breaker bar and torque wrench is a great idea also

A chair and lightweight portable awning will be coming along too now.

Been thinking about getting two of the Milwaukee pack out boxes to hold all this stuff, anybody have those?

 

[MrMike]

My list includes helmet, gloves, tire gauge, air pump, breaker bar, torque wrench, wheel socket with ratchet driver, water, snacks, chair, tire chock, change of clothes, tarp and GoPro. I keep everything in a tote as well, much easier.

I actually didn't think of a change of clothes.

Is the tire chock instead of the e-brake after a session?

Bring some extra fluids like coolant and brake. Maybe a flashlight too along with some sockets an a screwdriver.

I have extra coolant and brake fluid in my garage, can plop those in there no problem.

You’ve got a good basic list. I would definitely add glass cleaner and a glass cleaning towel. Even if you clean the inside and outside of the windshield before you go, it’s good to bring that stuff with you if you get a big bug splat during a session.

One bottle of invisible glass and a couple basic waffle weaves, in they go.

 

[NightmareMoon]

I keep a bunch of the usualy stuff mentioned above, plus:

+I have a large waterproof duffle in case of rain.
+Tire patch kit
+Fuel jugs and pump for E85
+Spare lug nut or three, a spare wheel stud or two.
+Spare splitter rods
+A work light
+Lithium battery charger for my Braille
+A batter powered fan to cool the diff on hot days.
+Small socket wrench for my intake straps if the intake silicone pops off and some hair spray for that.

For HPDE events you can often borrow tools and stuff like a jack and stands, so sometimes I’ll skip that if I think its a low probability I’ll need it.

 

[Ballistica]

I actually didn't think of a change of clothes.

Is the tire chock instead of the e-brake after a session?



I have extra coolant and brake fluid in my garage, can plop those in there no problem.



One bottle of invisible glass and a couple basic waffle weaves, in they go.

Yes sir, chock is so I don’t have to use the e-brake after a session. The track I usually go to has a grass/gravel staging area. I’m sure it wouldn’t roll away but better safe than sorry!

 

[tosha]

Nothing major, just some basic stuff

 

[MrMike]

Edit: Also added a pair of gloves to the tote.

I keep a bunch of the usualy stuff mentioned above, plus:

+I have a large waterproof duffle in case of rain.
+Tire patch kit
+Fuel jugs and pump for E85
+Spare lug nut or three, a spare wheel stud or two.
+Spare splitter rods
+A work light
+Lithium battery charger for my Braille
+A batter powered fan to cool the diff on hot days.
+Small socket wrench for my intake straps if the intake silicone pops off and some hair spray for that.

For HPDE events you can often borrow tools and stuff like a jack and stands, so sometimes I’ll skip that if I think its a low probability I’ll need it.

Are tire plugs usually allowed on the track? I have a kit I keep in my Bronco.

Work light vs the standard flash light I keep in my car is a good point.

Fan is a great idea that hasn't been mentioned, but I think I'll be a bit too new to overheat the diff right away lol.

Yes sir, chock is so I don’t have to use the e-brake after a session. The track I usually go to has a grass/gravel staging area. I’m sure it wouldn’t roll away but better safe than sorry!

I will pick up a chock. Small expense for a little peace of mind.

Nothing major, just some basic stuff

Sir, you need a trailer lol.

 

[MrMike]

Great thread! Im putting together my kit right now.
In a canvas tool wrap I have sockets in sizes I may need (7,8,10,13,15,18, spline lug socket), wrenches in those same sizes, spanner wrench, 3/8 ratchet, and a screwdriver with interchangeable bits.

I also have a cheap tool bag from Home Depot with duct tape, zip ties, dewalt 3/8 impact, impact compatible bottle jack, a tire gauge, and portable compressor that works with my dewalt impact battery.

I also have jack stands, and wheel chocks but they just go loose in the trunk for now with
Spare fluids (brake, oil, coolant).

Breaker bar and torque wrench is a great idea also

A chair and lightweight portable awning will be coming along too now.

Been thinking about getting two of the Milwaukee pack out boxes to hold all this stuff, anybody have those?

List of sockets is useful, thanks. I've used larger ones when doing suspension work, but if I needed those at the track I might need a tow lol.

I was gifted some DeWalt ToughSystem 2.0 a couple years ago. Works well and is quite tough, but you're sacrificing interior space for that durability. It's more of a trade off compared to a regular tote. I'm just going to use one of the nice HD Husky Totes for this purpose.

 

[tosha]

Sir, you need a trailer lol.

Trailer usually carries another car and a campsite

 

[NightmareMoon]

Edit: Also added a pair of gloves to the tote.

Are tire plugs usually allowed on the track? I have a kit I keep in my Bronco.

Well I may or may not not be taking spares, at a minimum it might help me get home.

 

[GTP]

OP this question came up not long ago. You might look for that other thread.

Your list will grow over time. No need to obsess. And yes, your car begins to get very filled up.

I recommend the OP Racing gas can. One of those plus their special filler hose and bender will save you money. Go into town for a Subway at the lunch break, and fill that can with affordable gas. That will get you through the afternoon sessions and back to town at the end of the day to fill up for the trip home.

I also take a pair of oven mitts because taking off a tire is a very hot task. (Though I normally don't ever need to do that.)

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