Only one of the CC guys appears to be signed up but I have the following on my clipboard from posting elsewhere, so I figured I would post it here too. Some of the info may be of use elsewhere or at other events.
It's getting close!!!!
Weather is looking good-
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Check your oil/brake fluid/coolant levels.
Before tech inspection your car needs to have ALL loose objects removed, including floormats. Floormats are removed because they can move up underneath your pedals possibly producing a safety hazard or at a minimum a distraction you don't need on the course. Loose objects in glove compartments etc. can make noise that can be distracting too, so it's best if the car is cleaned out.
There will be plenty of room at any autocross you attend to take all that junk out and place it out of the way. Most locations are very secure and only attended by other car people so your stuff is generally safe. HOWEVER, use your judgement about very valuable items being left unattended. Many people use plastic storage boxes to hold all the stuff while it is outside the car. They are waterproof, easy to cover, and you can write your name on them.
I believe the event is being held in the south parking lot of the dragstrip. Maybe someone can post this info that knows for certain.
There is no price for admission for spectators. They will have to sign a waiver and wear a wristband proving they have signed. Make sure they bring a camera/video to record some runs.
Anyone doing photo's/video needs to have a helper/spotter who can watch for safety issues while the photog is watching their subjects.
You should drive to any event on appropriate street tire pressures. To do otherwise is asking for problems.
IF you can, you should bring your own battery/car plug-in mini compressor or a fully charged air tank to bring up your tire pressures for the event. There will likely be plenty of people there that will loan you their compressor, but it can take awhile to pump up all the tires which may stress their ability to get ready themselves.
FOR THE EVENT we will be upping tire pressures. I usually start an event at around 35-40 PSI. This will vary for a number of reasons and your instructor will be going over that with you on Saturday.
Bring tape to mark your numbers on your car, unless you want to go ahead an buy magnets. There is a guy there that will have magnets to buy, and he is a big supporter of us too.
Shoe polish (white) or chalk is good to have too, to mark your tires.
Get ready to have a crapload of fun!
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