09-13-2009, 07:00 AM
emayer wrote:
As a tech inspector I have found many many deficiencies during tech inspection prior to an event. Cracked rotors, oil leaks, coolant leaks, half shafts, steering linkage, ball joints, sway bar mounts, loose wheel bearings and improperly mounted belts are some of the things that come to mind that I have encountered in the last few years. Although as a tech inspector I can self tech I try to get another tech inspector to tech my car when ever possible because as Mike said another set of eyes is a bonus. The RTR Tech is only $20 and is a very thorough inspection. I am surprised that more participants do not take advantage of it. And Darren yes we can tech a race car.
As to daily tech at the event looking over the car after the first day with a focus on brake pad thickness and tires is needed to keep the event safe. Personally I look at my tires and pads at least twice a day.
Quote:Tech inspection may be a harder item to deal with as there may also be national/ regional PCA requirements in regards to this. One thing I have seen repeatedly from other clubs is that tech is done only one time upon arrival to the event rather than daily.
As a tech inspector I have found many many deficiencies during tech inspection prior to an event. Cracked rotors, oil leaks, coolant leaks, half shafts, steering linkage, ball joints, sway bar mounts, loose wheel bearings and improperly mounted belts are some of the things that come to mind that I have encountered in the last few years. Although as a tech inspector I can self tech I try to get another tech inspector to tech my car when ever possible because as Mike said another set of eyes is a bonus. The RTR Tech is only $20 and is a very thorough inspection. I am surprised that more participants do not take advantage of it. And Darren yes we can tech a race car.
As to daily tech at the event looking over the car after the first day with a focus on brake pad thickness and tires is needed to keep the event safe. Personally I look at my tires and pads at least twice a day.
1995 993 - Track car
1994 965 - Race car
2002 Boxster - Her car but I get to drive it
2008 Cayenne S - Her daily driver
2006 Ford F-250 crew cab diesel - Porsche Suppport Vehicle & Tow truck
1994 965 - Race car
2002 Boxster - Her car but I get to drive it
2008 Cayenne S - Her daily driver
2006 Ford F-250 crew cab diesel - Porsche Suppport Vehicle & Tow truck