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Old Oct 16, 2007 | 12:54 AM
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Getting ready

Well I don't have 16K to buy that sweet 2004 MCS on the board, so ...

What do I need to do a track day? From autox, I have a helmet, tire pressure gauge, torque wrench, and shoes - (sneakers are just too wide). The car is a 2002 MCS completely stock except for Toyo Proxie t1R's.

Do I need(key here is need to try out a track day) a tow hook? Racing suit? Should I change brake fluid or do any other maintenance?

It seems a simple question, but I can't seem to find the answer here on the forums?
 
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Old Oct 23, 2007 | 11:31 PM
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If your just trying to go to an open track day.
you absolutely need none of that.
helmet, long sleeve shirt, long pants.

tools would be nice, but I never take a set.
extra oil, brake fluid, distilled water(important)

and the most important thing is to take your "I wanna kick peoples asses" mindset.
 
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Old Oct 24, 2007 | 04:16 AM
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Have you changed your brake fluid recently? Within the last 2 months? If not, flush the brake system with some ATE Super Blue.

There should be a tow hook in the tool kit that came with the car. Install it.
 
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