All-Club Renaissance Run Tech Sheet

Technical inspection of your car at the event is not a guarantee by the organizers of your car’s track worthiness.  You are responsible for your car.  The purpose of the  technical inspection of your car is to search for obvious vehicle shortcomings which would could cause a delay in the event’s track schedule.

We strongly recommend having your vehicle inspected and serviced prior to the event.
For your convenience we have made arrangements for free technical inspection with Fred Baker Porsche/Audi.  Any make and model is welcome.  All inspections must be scheduled in advance.  Call or email Kellen Miller to schedule.  Phone:  440-232-4700 or cell 330-340-3335.  Email: porschtech@yahoo.com 

Please review the list below for examples of what we will examine during tech inspection.

·         BATTERY; securely mounted

·         ALTERNATOR & FAN BELTS; no cracks in belts, belts tight

·         FUEL LINES; no leaks, no crimped or pinched lines

·         THROTTLE LINKAGE; travels and returns freely

·         COOLING SYSTEM; clean antifreeze, no leaks

·         BRAKE FLUID; clean, no air bubbles, reservoir full, DOT 4

·         BRAKE PEDAL; firm, full pedal

·         BRAKE LIGHTS; operational

·         BRAKE PADS; more than ½ original thickness

·         BRAKE CALIPERS; clean and dry

·         BRAKE LINES; no cracks or leaks

·         WHEEL BEARINGS; no leaks, tight

·         WHEELS; no cracks, lug nuts torqued

·         TIRES; must be speed rated higher than vehicle’s top speed capability

·         TIRES; street tires at least 3/32” tread, track tires no cords showing

·         TIE RODS & ENDS; not bent, worn

·         SUSPENSION; no excess play, no rust at stress points

·         SHOCKS; no leaks, firm

·         EXHAUST; intact, no breaks

·         ENGINE/TRANSMISSION; no leaks

·         GLASS; no significant cracks

·         MIRRORS (interior & exterior); operational

·         WIPERS; operational

·         SEAT BELTS; operational

·         ROLL BAR/HOOPS/CAGE; required for all convertibles

·         FIRE EXTINGUISHER; if present must be securely mounted

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TECH INSPECTION CHECKLIST

Note to inspectors:  The purpose of this inspection is to identify obvious defects in the participant’s automobiles which could result in delays of the event.  Each event participant is responsible to ensure that their automobile is in safe and operable condition.  Please direct any questions/issues/concerns to the event coordinator.

Name __________________________________________________________________

Make _________________ Model ___________________ Year ___________________

Color _________________ License plate number _______________________________

LIGHTS:

_____  Head lights

_____  Brake lights

_____  Turn signals

ENGINE BAY:

_____  No loose parts or disconnected hoses

_____  Throttle return spring (when accessible) intact and functional

_____  Brake fluid and coolant above “minimum” lines

_____  Oil, coolant, brake fluid and hydraulic system caps in place and tight

_____  No gross fluid leaks (puddles beneath car)

WHEELS/TIRES:

_____  No gross wheel defects

_____  Visible tread on tires with no abnormal wear patterns

_____  No exposed tire cords or severe sidewall cuts

_____  Wheel fasteners torqued by student during inspection

_____  Tire rating exceeds vehicle’s top speed capability

BRAKES:

_____  Firm brake pedal

_____  Front pads show at least 3/16” thickness

INTERIOR:

_____  Nothing loose; all non-fastened materials removed

_____  Seat belts / harnesses

HELMET RATING: _____________

INSPECTOR NAME or STAMP:       ________________________________________