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A vehicle Tech Inspection is mandatory for all drivers wishing to participate in a Bridge City Autosports autocross event.
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M/K/SA2010 or 2015 helmets will be accepted. Please do not count on there being enough loaner helmets available.
If you have questions regarding your vehicle and its condition prior to an event please contact us to ask.
Failure to pass any of the 19 listed inspection points below will result in your vehicle being barred from grid and entering our competition until corrected.
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HELMET: Snell SA, K, or M 2010 or later. Older helmets are not acceptable. Other SCCA-accepted ratings are also approved. Face shield is required for cars without windshields. Loaner helmets are available but we request you limit your requirement for one to one or two times only.
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SEATBELTS/HARNESSES: Must be present and adequate. Where installation is other than factory design, the seat belts (and harness if used) must be installed according to manufacturer’s directions using proper hardware, is in good condition, secure, and tight.
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BRAKE PEDAL: Free return and in good operating condition. Firm brake pedal.
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WINDSHIELDS/WINDOWS: No major cracks. Bolt-on windshields may be removed.
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GAS CAP: Gasket intact and gas cap tightened
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RUST: No rust or damage to suspension or chassis parts that affect the integrity of the chassis or brakes.
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STEERING and SUSPENSION: No excessive looseness in steering or suspension. Axle and shock bolt tight. Ball joints in good condition. Tie rods secure. Check axle boots and oil seals in good condition. Check half-shaft bolts and shock bolts.
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WHEEL BEARINGS: Correct adjustment, check for play, and no damage.
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WHEELS: No cracks. No bends. All lug nuts must be torqued to manufacturer’s specifications, minimum on diameter of engagement. Snap-on wheel covers and trim must be removed from steel wheels.
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TIRES: Must be free of visible cracks or belt showing.
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BRAKE FLUID: Level in reservoir between minimum and maximum line.
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BATTERY: Securely fastened and in good condition. No acid leaks or corrosion. The positive (+) terminal on all batteries should be covered by cap or tape.
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EXHAUST: Must be in safe condition, no leaks, securely mounted.
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FLUID LEAKS: No fluid leaks of any kind (oil, gas, brake, coolant, or transmission fluid).
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THROTTLE RETURN: Freely operating and good springs on cars so equipped.
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DOORS, HOODS AND DECK LIDS: Must fasten securely.
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CAR INTERIOR: Loose items removed from trunk and interior.
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NOISE: A maximum noise level of 96db is allowed. Vehicles which exceed that limit will be removed from grid until corrected.
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CAR NUMBERS: Car numbers must be affixed on both sides of car.