What is involved with a Tech Inspection?

All cars will be subjected to a tech inspection before they are allowed on the track. Everyone will be required to turn in a completed, signed tech inspection form to whomever techs their car at the event. All HPDE cars will be inspected by NASA tech inspectors and Instructors will self-tech. Before you get to the event, be sure you meet the following minimum requirements. Cars that fail tech at the event will not receive entry fee refunds! Get a tech inspection form here and go over your car before the event!

In addition, we recommend the following:

• A jack, jackstands and tools
• A full tank of gas
• A fresh oil change
• Fresh, full coolant
• Fresh high-temp brake fluid (like Castrol GT LMA, AP550, ATE Super Blue or Ford HD)
• Brake pads/shoes with at least 1/2 of original thickness remaining
• Spare parts, you know what breaks on your car, bring extras!

Example Tech Points

1. All loose items, both inside and outside the car, must be removed. This includes floor mats, tool kits, jacks, hubcaps, trim rings, fender skirts, aftermarket roof and bicycle racks, window air deflectors, radar detectors, EZPass, change, etc. Spare tires may remain in the vehicle if they are securely bolted down. T-tops, targa tops, sunroofs, and moonroofs may remain on vehicles only if they are held down securely. Convertible tops must be secured in the down position.
2. Seat belts must be functional and properly secured. Factory seatbelts are almost always enough. If you have added harnesses or any kind be sure to consult the CCR for legality. The same goes for any modifications you have made in the name of comfort or safety inside the car (roll bars, seats, etc.) All seats which will contain drivers, instructors, or passengers must be solidly attached and meet safety specs.
3. Wheels must be firmly attached, with all studs and lug nuts present and tight.
4. Wheel bearings must not show any play. Tires must be in good condition, with no cording or belts showing and no dry rot or cracks in the tread or sidewall. In addition, tires must be sufficiently inflated, have ample tread per it’s design and be in matched sets on each axle.
5. The throttle shall have a fully functioning return spring.
6. The brake pedal must have adequate pressure. The brake fluid reservoir must be full of clean fluid.
7. The battery shall be securely mounted and/or held down with both terminals covered.
8. No fuel, oil, water, or brake fluid leaks shall be allowed.
9. Brake lights must be functional.
10. Exhaust systems must exit behind the driver. No leaks!
11. All non-original driver restraints must meet safety specs per the CCR. No three- or four-point harnesses of any kind.
12. Secure gas cap.
13. Exposed headlights/signal lights on nose taped up.
14. Numbers on both sides of car, 10” tall minimum. Shoe polish is not allowed nor are window numbers.
15. Any in-car cameras securely mounted and also held with a safety tether.