Anyone do SCCA racing? I want to use the new to me 87 4spd vette for it

[hunter_alexander]

As the title states,

I live in Erie and we have a local group, Misery Bay SCCA group who races at Lake Erie Speedway. First meet up is May 4th. I do need to get new tires but just wondering what all else I should probably prep for it.

 

[Supercharged111]

If it's autocross just arrive and drive, then address the weaknesses from there.

 

[carnutjw]

Watch a few YouTube videos on autocross. Your car has to look mostly road worthy~ tires that don’t look sketchy, battery hold down, etc. My regional group requires a Snell rated helmet, but they have a few loaners- if you have a head sock that might be a good idea. Be prepared to take everything “loose” out of your car ~ floor mats, sunglasses, drinks, etc. Wear or at least take a hat, sunglasses, rain jacket? Maybe snacks or lunch and drinks if the concession stand isn’t open.

 

[hunter_alexander]

Watch a few YouTube videos on autocross. Your car has to look mostly road worthy~ tires that don’t look sketchy, battery hold down, etc. My regional group requires a Snell rated helmet, but they have a few loaners- if you have a head sock that might be a good idea. Be prepared to take everything “loose” out of your car ~ floor mats, sunglasses, drinks, etc. Wear or at least take a hat, sunglasses, rain jacket? Maybe snacks or lunch and drinks if the concession stand isn’t open.

thanks for that. Kind of what I was looking for. Someone who has done it before. I dont do youtube as I would rather ask real people who have done it and can ask questions. Hope you get what I mean. Cars empty so good there. Should be sunny so yeah hat etc. Good plan.

 

[carnutjw]

The Youtube suggestion was just to get an idea of the process of registering, walking the course, working the course, lining up in the grid, effective driving practices, etc. If you have a buddy that will be participating, that should help.
I think this guy gives a decent rundown: