Where do you put your stuff?

dmw16 · 01-13-2013, 06:28 PM

I have booked my first track day (well 3 days actually)

And I know it's recommended that I bring a torque wrench, various tools, (probably) a floor jack, etc.

Where does everyone keep their stuff when they are out on the track? Or is it just the honor system?

Thanks.

ThunderMoose · 01-13-2013, 06:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dmw16

I have booked my first track day (well 3 days actually)

And I know it's recommended that I bring a torque wrench, various tools, (probably) a floor jack, etc.

Where does everyone keep their stuff when they are out on the track? Or is it just the honor system?

Thanks.

I am sure that there will be varying opinions, but my experience is that any where at the track is safe. When I attend two day events, I usually leave most of my stuff in an open paddock overnight. I did get a jack stolen but I think it was an oversight as I lent it to someone and I think he forgot who lent it to him.

SROC5 · 01-13-2013, 07:12 PM

It's just the honor system. No one steals stuff (knock knock). If you want to feel safer about it, buy a small pop up tent from Amazon and keep stuff in there and close up before heading to the track. The tent will also keep your stuff safe from the elements of sun heat, rain, etc. as well, very handy.

bigjae1976 · 01-13-2013, 09:18 PM

I leave stuff at the track overnight. Never had an issue other than the wind blowing some stuff around.

1MOREMOD · 01-13-2013, 09:23 PM

yep no one will mess with your stuff. i use a big tarp as well and fold it around my stuff as im often in wet weather and dont want my gear i bring soaked.

CBS · 01-13-2013, 10:20 PM

^ Agreed, I use a tarp as well and I have never had anyone ever mess with my stuff (and I bring alot).

However it helps now to have three friends with enclosed trailers - we all park together and I store my stuff with them.

Items on my checklist:
Hydraulic Jack
Torque wrench
Impact wrench
Track tires
Tire Pressure gauge
Sockets / tools
Halon Fire Extinguisher
Tow hooks (2)
Rags
Tire chalk
Work gloves
Extra engine and SC oil
Coolant
Brake fluid
paper towels
tarp
Rainex
Folding chair
Gatorade
Snacks

1MOREMOD · 01-13-2013, 11:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CBS

^ Agreed, I use a tarp as well and I have never had anyone ever mess with my stuff (and I bring alot).

However it helps now to have three friends with enclosed trailers - we all park together and I store my stuff with them.

Items on my checklist:
Hydraulic Jack
Torque wrench
Impact wrench
Track tires
Tire Pressure gauge
Sockets / tools
Halon Fire Extinguisher
Tow hooks (2)
Rags
Tire chalk
Work gloves
Extra engine and SC oil
Coolant
Brake fluid
paper towels
tarp
Rainex
Folding chair
Gatorade
Snacks

wow i was reading down your list and got to extra engine. i was like, baller!

CBS · 01-14-2013, 06:46 AM

^ LOL!! Very Good!

Guilty as charged - OCD.

M3 Esq. · 01-14-2013, 09:00 AM

I agree with what everyone else has said, no one will bother your stuff. I leave all of my stuff on a tarp in the paddock area. I also have a big plastic bin where I keep the smaller stuff like tools and fluids.

dmw16 · 01-14-2013, 02:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chriszeh

wow i was reading down your list and got to extra engine. i was like, baller!

Except he forgot to list the pit crew and engine hoist.

Car54 · 01-17-2013, 11:52 AM

If anyone ever gets something stolen at a track it would be a huge blow to the close knit group of track enthusiast.

I use tarps and plastic bins to keep most of my stuff. I usually leave my keys in the ignition with the windows down while the car is parked. Wallet's usually in some bag somewhere for the day.

It's a real good feeling of humanity at the track when you can trust strangers like this.

Estoril Blue · 01-17-2013, 12:44 PM

You need to have a tarp to keep your stuff dry in case of rain. No-one messes with anyone else's stuff - and trust me when I tell you that other people have MUCH more interesting stuff than you are likely to bring.

Just cover it with a small tarp and don't worry.

GTM_Challenge · 01-17-2013, 02:03 PM

As with everyone else, I feel very, very at ease leaving my stuff out at the track. If anything, I leave my wallet and phone in the glovebox while on track, but that's only on weekends there are a lot of spectators out hanging out (events like ITR expo and West Michigan Honda Meet, Global Time Attack, etc).

1MOREMOD · 01-17-2013, 04:35 PM

What your not supposed to leave it in the trunk?

adc · 01-17-2013, 05:12 PM

Personally, this is whatvI carry:
- all the necessary tools to switch back to stock pads in case of emergency
- track wheels
- floor jack
- top off fluids (brake, oil)
- window cleaner, rags, paper towels
- tire pressure gauge
- snacks, drinks as its important to stay hydrated
I bring a tarp and fold it in half: I store everything on one half of the tarp and cover it with the second half, securing it against the wind with the jack handle or some other heavy object.

I've left everything including wheels overnight, it's such a relief to be able to do that...

When and where are you going?

1MOREMOD · 01-17-2013, 06:09 PM

Adc I take all those things as well as grease pencil for marking tires, pyrometer, gopro camera bag, aim solo, foot towel, workbook for notes, chair, umbrella, and 7mm t handle for my studs with some loctite. I have a list on the wall of the garage that keeps getting longer every time I go.

w00tw00t · 01-17-2013, 07:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dmw16

Except he forgot to list the pit crew and engine hoist.

real men can lift engines with their bare hands

1MOREMOD · 01-17-2013, 08:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by w00tw00t

real men can lift engines with their bare hands

Right its only 446 isn't it? I can dead more than that.

M3 Esq. · 01-17-2013, 11:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by adc

Personally, this is whatvI carry:
- all the necessary tools to switch back to stock pads in case of emergency
- track wheels
- floor jack
- top off fluids (brake, oil)
- window cleaner, rags, paper towels
- tire pressure gauge
- snacks, drinks as its important to stay hydrated
I bring a tarp and fold it in half: I store everything on one half of the tarp and cover it with the second half, securing it against the wind with the jack handle or some other heavy object.

I've left everything including wheels overnight, it's such a relief to be able to do that...

When and where are you going?

You forgot the cooler for the end of the day.

1MOREMOD · 01-17-2013, 11:37 PM

honestly the end of the day im ready for a nap. its often hard to drive home without falling asleep.

klammer · 01-18-2013, 12:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chriszeh

honestly the end of the day im ready for a nap. its often hard to drive home without falling asleep.

Completely agree. Also, being the minimalist that I am, only bring torque wrench, tire pressure gauge, and some windex and paper towels. With close to 60 events, just goes to show how well the M engineers designed this thing. Only hiccup I've ever had was a puncture, that was plugged by one of the race shops on track (Autobahn CC) for free. Water and food are good, but being a human, you probably already know that

adc · 01-18-2013, 09:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by M3 Esq.

You forgot the cooler for the end of the day.

First timers should probably stay away from that, so I didn't mention it.

01-13-2013, 06:28 PM	#1
dmw16 Captain Drives: 2005 ///M3 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Maryland Posts: 746 iTrader: (0)	Where do you put your stuff? I have booked my first track day (well 3 days actually) And I know it's recommended that I bring a torque wrench, various tools, (probably) a floor jack, etc. Where does everyone keep their stuff when they are out on the track? Or is it just the honor system? Thanks.
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01-13-2013, 07:12 PM	#3
SROC5 Addicted to Track Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: USCON Posts: 1,310 iTrader: (3)	It's just the honor system. No one steals stuff (knock knock). If you want to feel safer about it, buy a small pop up tent from Amazon and keep stuff in there and close up before heading to the track. The tent will also keep your stuff safe from the elements of sun heat, rain, etc. as well, very handy. __________________ ZCP E92 M3 \| Akrapovic Evo \| ESSi \| Swift Spec-R \| APEX ARC-8 \| RS-3 \| PFC-08 \| MS Filter \| MS Spacers \|

01-13-2013, 09:18 PM	#4
bigjae1976 Brigadier General Drives: 04 330Ci, 11 E90 M3 Individual Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Milwaukee, WI Posts: 4,145 iTrader: (8)	I leave stuff at the track overnight. Never had an issue other than the wind blowing some stuff around. __________________ Sponsored by Momentum BMW #593...We Bleed BMW BLUE!

01-13-2013, 09:23 PM	#5
1MOREMOD Major General Drives: at a moderate pace Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: garage Posts: 6,634 iTrader: (3)	yep no one will mess with your stuff. i use a big tarp as well and fold it around my stuff as im often in wet weather and dont want my gear i bring soaked. __________________ 02 Tiag e46 M3\|6MT\|GC plates\|MCS c.o.\|GC bars\|GC race control arms\|GC bushings & bearings\|BW eng. & tran. mounts\|subframe kit\|BW race shifter\|BW Jaffster knob\|Euro header\|Eisenmann sport\|K&N c.a.i.\|Epic race tune\|Rouge race pulleys\|Seibon CF hood\|CSL bumper\|CSL brakes\|RS19s\|SS lines\|half cage\|Recaro profi\|Profi 2 harness\|BMWpedals\|Apex studs\|

01-13-2013, 10:20 PM	#6
CBS Captain Drives: E90 M3 - E60 528xi Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Wilkes-Barre, PA Posts: 924 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 BMW X3 [0.00] 2011 BMW M3 E90 [4.83] 2009 BMW 528xi [0.00] 2008 BMW 328xi [0.00]	^ Agreed, I use a tarp as well and I have never had anyone ever mess with my stuff (and I bring alot). However it helps now to have three friends with enclosed trailers - we all park together and I store my stuff with them. Items on my checklist: Hydraulic Jack Torque wrench Impact wrench Track tires Tire Pressure gauge Sockets / tools Halon Fire Extinguisher Tow hooks (2) Rags Tire chalk Work gloves Extra engine and SC oil Coolant Brake fluid paper towels tarp Rainex Folding chair Gatorade Snacks __________________ ESS VT-1 550 \| M24 Oil Cooler \| Fall Line Half Cage \| RaceTech 4009W \| 6 pt Harness \| Rear Seat Delete \| Motion Control DA Dampers w/remote reservoirs \| 900/650 Hyperco Springs \| RD Sport Sway Bars \| Brembo 380 BBK \| GC Camber Plates \| Michelin Cups \| GTS Black Wheels \| Eisenmann Sport \| Stack Gauges \| Painted Challenge Front Lip \| Painted ZCP Rear Spoiler \| Xpel Ultimate Film \| LuxAngelEyes Last edited by CBS; 01-13-2013 at 10:48 PM.

01-14-2013, 06:46 AM	#8
CBS Captain Drives: E90 M3 - E60 528xi Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Wilkes-Barre, PA Posts: 924 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 BMW X3 [0.00] 2011 BMW M3 E90 [4.83] 2009 BMW 528xi [0.00] 2008 BMW 328xi [0.00]	^ LOL!! Very Good! Guilty as charged - OCD. __________________ ESS VT-1 550 \| M24 Oil Cooler \| Fall Line Half Cage \| RaceTech 4009W \| 6 pt Harness \| Rear Seat Delete \| Motion Control DA Dampers w/remote reservoirs \| 900/650 Hyperco Springs \| RD Sport Sway Bars \| Brembo 380 BBK \| GC Camber Plates \| Michelin Cups \| GTS Black Wheels \| Eisenmann Sport \| Stack Gauges \| Painted Challenge Front Lip \| Painted ZCP Rear Spoiler \| Xpel Ultimate Film \| LuxAngelEyes

01-14-2013, 09:00 AM	#9
M3 Esq. Mind of an effing scientist. Drives: Safely Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: CT Posts: 1,097 iTrader: (2) Garage List 2011 328i XDrive [0.50] 2013 BMW M3 [0.50]	I agree with what everyone else has said, no one will bother your stuff. I leave all of my stuff on a tarp in the paddock area. I also have a big plastic bin where I keep the smaller stuff like tools and fluids. __________________ 2013 M3 Coupe Jerezschwarz/Speed Cloth/Competition/DCT/BMW PE/CF Bits/Dinan Goodies/Volk TE37SL 2011 328i XDrive Alpineweiss/Premium/Convenience/Sport

01-17-2013, 11:52 AM	#11
Car54 Captain Drives: 1999 Z3 Mcoupe \| 2008 M3/4 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Lutz, FL Posts: 825 iTrader: (1)	If anyone ever gets something stolen at a track it would be a huge blow to the close knit group of track enthusiast. I use tarps and plastic bins to keep most of my stuff. I usually leave my keys in the ignition with the windows down while the car is parked. Wallet's usually in some bag somewhere for the day. It's a real good feeling of humanity at the track when you can trust strangers like this. __________________ Craig Brickner BMW CCA/PBOC/Chin Motorsports DE Instructor Click to Join: BMWCCA # 366493

01-17-2013, 12:44 PM	#12
Estoril Blue Private First Class Drives: 2006 M3 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Maryland Posts: 121 iTrader: (0)	You need to have a tarp to keep your stuff dry in case of rain. No-one messes with anyone else's stuff - and trust me when I tell you that other people have MUCH more interesting stuff than you are likely to bring. Just cover it with a small tarp and don't worry. __________________

01-17-2013, 02:03 PM	#13
GTM_Challenge BimmerPost Supporting Vendor Drives: E92 M3,X5M,F30 335 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 2,214 iTrader: (6)	As with everyone else, I feel very, very at ease leaving my stuff out at the track. If anything, I leave my wallet and phone in the glovebox while on track, but that's only on weekends there are a lot of spectators out hanging out (events like ITR expo and West Michigan Honda Meet, Global Time Attack, etc). __________________ GT Motoring - Challenge USA - Rays / Volk Dealer - BBS Distributor - Eisenmann Dealer - Willans Dealer - Willans Harnesses

01-17-2013, 04:35 PM	#14
1MOREMOD Major General Drives: at a moderate pace Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: garage Posts: 6,634 iTrader: (3)	What your not supposed to leave it in the trunk? __________________ 02 Tiag e46 M3\|6MT\|GC plates\|MCS c.o.\|GC bars\|GC race control arms\|GC bushings & bearings\|BW eng. & tran. mounts\|subframe kit\|BW race shifter\|BW Jaffster knob\|Euro header\|Eisenmann sport\|K&N c.a.i.\|Epic race tune\|Rouge race pulleys\|Seibon CF hood\|CSL bumper\|CSL brakes\|RS19s\|SS lines\|half cage\|Recaro profi\|Profi 2 harness\|BMWpedals\|Apex studs\|

01-17-2013, 05:12 PM	#15
adc Brigadier General Drives: 2009 E90 M3 ED Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: MD/DC Posts: 3,984 iTrader: (6)	Personally, this is whatvI carry: - all the necessary tools to switch back to stock pads in case of emergency - track wheels - floor jack - top off fluids (brake, oil) - window cleaner, rags, paper towels - tire pressure gauge - snacks, drinks as its important to stay hydrated I bring a tarp and fold it in half: I store everything on one half of the tarp and cover it with the second half, securing it against the wind with the jack handle or some other heavy object. I've left everything including wheels overnight, it's such a relief to be able to do that... When and where are you going? __________________ 2009 E90 M3 ED 2012 MINI Countryman S 2000 Boxster

01-17-2013, 06:09 PM	#16
1MOREMOD Major General Drives: at a moderate pace Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: garage Posts: 6,634 iTrader: (3)	Adc I take all those things as well as grease pencil for marking tires, pyrometer, gopro camera bag, aim solo, foot towel, workbook for notes, chair, umbrella, and 7mm t handle for my studs with some loctite. I have a list on the wall of the garage that keeps getting longer every time I go. __________________ 02 Tiag e46 M3\|6MT\|GC plates\|MCS c.o.\|GC bars\|GC race control arms\|GC bushings & bearings\|BW eng. & tran. mounts\|subframe kit\|BW race shifter\|BW Jaffster knob\|Euro header\|Eisenmann sport\|K&N c.a.i.\|Epic race tune\|Rouge race pulleys\|Seibon CF hood\|CSL bumper\|CSL brakes\|RS19s\|SS lines\|half cage\|Recaro profi\|Profi 2 harness\|BMWpedals\|Apex studs\|

01-17-2013, 11:37 PM	#20
1MOREMOD Major General Drives: at a moderate pace Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: garage Posts: 6,634 iTrader: (3)	honestly the end of the day im ready for a nap. its often hard to drive home without falling asleep. __________________ 02 Tiag e46 M3\|6MT\|GC plates\|MCS c.o.\|GC bars\|GC race control arms\|GC bushings & bearings\|BW eng. & tran. mounts\|subframe kit\|BW race shifter\|BW Jaffster knob\|Euro header\|Eisenmann sport\|K&N c.a.i.\|Epic race tune\|Rouge race pulleys\|Seibon CF hood\|CSL bumper\|CSL brakes\|RS19s\|SS lines\|half cage\|Recaro profi\|Profi 2 harness\|BMWpedals\|Apex studs\|

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