Late To Grid: E18 – 7 Tips To Get Ready For The Track

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In this quick episode Bill shares his 7 tips to get ready for the track.  Whether you are autocrossing, heading to an HPDE event, running an endurance race, or driving at a track day – these tips apply.  He also shares an update about working on the RX-7.

Bill's 7 Tips:

  1. Plan (read & write)
  2. Parts, Equipment & Spares
  3. Trailer & Tow Vehicle
  4. Now For The Car!
  5. Packing
  6. Conditioning
  7. Keeping Notes

We welcome a new sponsor, Track First.  Check them out at Track First and give them a like on IG (@trackfirst)

For those that don't know Bill owns & operates a Rad Air Complete Car Care franchise in Wickliffe Ohio.   While their focus is working on daily driven vehicles they do perform tailored alignments for race cars and help with tech inspections.

Thanks for listening and taking an interest in growing grassroots racing. The Late To Grid podcast shares the stories and inspiration that help listeners along their motorsports journey.

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