If you were to suggest a must need tool to a new/old racer to 1/4 scale, what would you recommend? Why? What it is used for & how to use it? I'm sure we all could add several tools at once, but I think it would be fun to see a tool or two added from everyone.

My suggestion would be a Temp-Gun. A temp-gun can tell a racer a lot about his setup. It can save on excessive tire wear.

Take temp readings on the inside, middle and outside surface on the contact area of each tire the moment you stop after pulling off the track. It is important to get tire temps ASAP in order to have true readings. These readings will let you know how much tire tread is making contact and what direction to go if adjustments are needed.

If anyone has more info to add on the temp-gun please do so.

Good luck & have fun!

duct tape,shoo goo,zip ties,JB weld,goat nipples,allen pack,tape measure,luck and a can of go fast what ever label you choose

Drill / with bits. And the socket to remove wheel nuts. Oh, and a hammer! :-)

I have a gray sharpie so I can write the temps on the tires as I take the readings.

A drill & 1/4" socket extention 3" in lenth with the ratchet end cut off so the drill will accept it to remove wheel nuts. You will need a 3/8 deep socket along with the extention to remove the wheel nuts.

A tv so you can watch NASCAR between heats
heavy gloves and winter hat for racing in michigan

And a Cart to haul the heavy beast back and forth to the track.

The RPM monster camber gauge is a good tool to have!

A tv so you can watch NASCAR between heats
heavy gloves and winter hat for racing in michigan


Bout need the same apperal here in Alabama thes days. BUUUURRRR!!!!!!!

A good set of Hex wrenches.

an extra bottle of blood pressure medicine. just incase you leave the other one at the house!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

how about the 5lb hammer for when that motor don't start in time for the A-main LOL

Well I can see this thread needs some help!!;)

A good tape measure. to measure front end toe, and tires for stagger.

a good one means , one that is true. i had one that was a cheap chinese
nock off that wasn't accurate. not a big deal until you share numbers or
let someone use it . or call BRP and tell him he sent wrong size tires, only to
find out tape measure was junk and feel like an idiot. LOL.

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A good set of Hex wrenches.where is the best place to get hex wrenches this large. would be kinda neat if somebody had some bling bling wrenches for the 1/4 scale cars

Pepto bismol, cause im movin' up to grand national this year at Classic. GOGREEN33

rybred33. No need for The pepto. Just do as Daryl says. Bogitty Bogitty let's go racing boy's.

where is the best place to get hex wrenches this large. would be kinda neat if somebody had some bling bling wrenches for the 1/4 scale cars

Good question...anyone?

I got mine from Sears. I also seen some nice neon green foam coated T-handles from Snap -On (truck).

You want some BLING BLING wrenches Get on a Snap-On Tool Truck. Other wise Your local Sears does a fair job. Metric and Standard. If care for a tad more Bling than sears Mac tools and or Matco. whatever there calling them selfs today. will work.

And I have some Long handle allens from Lowes that were a bargain. From dinky up to bigger than you'll ever use for most applications.

Tap & dies to clean the locktite out of the threads.

I got a real nice set, I think 30 piece set of Hex T handle, Coated with a nice holder for like $50. American and Metric, at the following place: http://www.tradesmenfastener.com/But I live real close to it. There is an online place you can order from. They got just about any tool you are looking for:
http://www.mcmaster.com/
Just type in T-Handle Hex in the bot and you'll find all you want...
I have several links to suppliers on my links page. Please feel free to take a look:
http://glqsr.homestead.com/Links.html

I got mine from Sears. I also seen some nice neon green foam coated T-handles from Snap -On (truck).cool i will get up with the snap on truck that stops next door at the freightliner dealer.

Tap & dies to clean the locktite out of the threads.

Very good point. :thumbsup:

I have removed bolts, clean them off, add new lock-tite and never ream out the bolt-hole.

Keep'em coming.

A good solider iron and flux core solider.
Used for those electrical repairs. Also some extra wire to match that of the servos & motor wiring.

Let's try to keep this thread going. It will help the new guys get prepared for the coming season...

Light weight air compressor. to keep everything clean. unless track has one to use.

How about a tire durometer. This is used to check the density of the tire.

Sand paper on a sanding block (like for use w/ bondo) to remove tire graining.

White or yellow raised letter "tire marker." Buy from any auto store. Use this if you don't have a tempgun. Mark cross (#) patterns on the tires. Run the car a few laps then check to see how even the marks are worn.


Tim

I like to have product manuals in my box . My radio, engine, setup sheets, and any other info associated with my car. Helps alot for reference at the track.

So far here are the tools mentioned...

Temp-Gun

Drill / with bits

gray sharpie (to write on tires)

1/4" socket extention 3"

Cart to haul car

RPM monster camber gauge

Hex wrenches

tape measure (toe & stagger)

Tap & dies (to chase threads)

good solder iron & solder

Light weight air compressor

tire durometer

Sand paper on a sanding block (remove tire graining)

tire marker white or yellow (to check tire wear)

product manuals (radio, engine, chassis, setup sheet)

duct tape, goat nipples, zip ties & shoo goo

Although it is not a "tool", Bug Spay is a must. Nothing like a freakin' mosquito chewing on your face during the main!

LOL don't forget to spray your hands. they get you there too.

Just thought of a few more items as I was going through my box.
wire cutters
pliers
plug gapping tool
wire brush

loc-tite, phillips screwdriver, small flathead for carb tuning, box end wrenches, small crescent wrench, i have wire strippers, some of my fellow racers have homemade jigs for removing bent axles and such, tylenol. LOL :wave:

Here is a pretty good check list given to me by Allen Johnson. It covers some key areas to look for problems.

Tim

its not real important but i could not live without my honda 2000 generator to run power for fan when its hot and run chargers to charge batterys and power soldering iron and dremel tool if its electric and also easy up canopy for shelter from weather. a nice lazy susan for car stand to spin car around when working on damage or adjustments

a nice lazy susan for car stand to spin car around when working on damage or adjustments

This is something I need!

This is the car stands i use.
http://www.ajsmachine.com/
The PRO 360 Universal.

i bought like 3 lazy susans from meijers in kitchen dept. they were wood and i cut bumper foam in same diameter and goop the foam on you might have to stack foam to get clearence so car is off the ground works good.

Here is a good setup troubleshooting document that has floated around for years. I have been told that it was originally created by Terry Rae.

There are three pages.