SoloSport Pre-Run Checklist
What should I check before every event?
- Floor mats should be removed
- Remove all loose items from interior of the vehicle and the glove box
- Remove loose items from the trunk, including spare tire and jack if they do not bolt in
- Make sure your gas pedal returns after its depressed (throttle return spring)
- Step on the brake pedal and hold pressure on it for 10 seconds. Pedal should not depress
- Check seat belts and related fastening hardware including your seat
- All wheel caps and centers are to be removed unless they are bolted down
- Check wheel bearing play in 2 directions
- Tighten wheel nuts
- Check your gas cap
- Battery should be securely fastened down (bungee cords can be an aid, but are not recommended as the primary fastening device)
- Check all fluid levels (oil, brake, clutch, coolant, power steering etc)
- Secure all fluid caps (cloth covers not accepted)
- Check all engine belts that are accessible (for cracks and tightness)
- You should have no fluid leaks of any kind
- Doors, hood and trunk lid should fasten securely (please, no ropes)
- Do your tires have adequate tread depth (no cords showing)?
- Are your shocks set?
- Tire pressure set?
- Helmet approved with sticker? (Snell 2005M or better)
- Are your numbers (and class designation if appropriate) on the car on both sides?
- HAVE FUN!!!!