What To Bring And What To Leave Behind - Drift Day Preparations
The day of your first drift event is here! You've done everything you need to do, from building your car to checking the weather forecast. Now all that's left to do is relax and have fun. Of course, there are still a few things you'll want to keep in mind before heading out. To make sure nothing goes wrong on the big day, follow this detailed checklist:
Inspect Your Car
When you're getting ready for a drift day, it's important to make sure your car is in top shape. You want to inspect your vehicle and check for any damage or missing parts that could affect your safety. To get started, check all the fluids: oil, brake fluid, windshield wiper fluid and coolant. Check tire pressure by inflating each tire until it reaches about 35 pounds per square inch (psi). While you're at it, inspect the engine for leaks or overheating problems that might be causing an unsafe situation on track. Next up is checking alignment—this process involves measuring how much toe-in or toe-out there is between each wheel pair (front left versus front right; rear left versus rear right). A proper alignment will help ensure that your car maintains control while cornering at high speeds. You'll also want to check for any loose parts like screws or bolts which could fly off during driving—be careful not to lose any of these! And don't forget about lights; some cars may need new bulbs so that they don't burn out mid-session!
Arrive Early and Get to Know the Course
Whether you're planning to set up camp at a spectator event or just want to get there early, the first rule of drift day is arrive early. By arriving early, you can secure a good spot to watch the action and make sure that your friends or family can find you easily. If you have no interest in watching people drift then arrive early so that when all your gear is unloaded and setup—you'll still have plenty of time left before anyone else gets there! Another thing to do before you even get in the car is to memorize the course. If you're going to be driving a lot, this might not be necessary, but if you're just starting out and don't know what's coming up next, this will help tremendously.
Don't Be Afraid to Ask Questions
As you're learning, don't be afraid to ask questions. Ask the other drivers what they think of the track, or if they have any advice for you. You can also ask your driver what they're doing differently than others who have taken the same car out.
Ask yourself some questions as well: are you having trouble with traction? If so, how could you improve it? Are there certain parts of the track that are working better for your car than others? Are there parts of the track where there's too much grip and it's causing problems for those around you? Were there any areas where you noticed a problem but didn't do anything about it—and now wish that had happened differently?
Bring Snacks and Drinks
In addition to your car, you're going to need some supplies. Bring snacks and drinks, especially on hot days when you'll be out in the sun for hours.
If you're going with a group of friends, bring a cooler that can hold all your drinks and food while keeping them cool. If it's just your partner or one other person who's joining you on the event day, make sure they bring their own water bottle!
Make sure there are plenty of first aid kits at all times—even if they're just basic supplies like band-aids and antiseptic wipes. You never know when someone will get hurt during a drift day!
You should also plan ahead for seating if it looks like it could be a long day (or night). A folding chair is great because it doesn't take up much space but can still provide comfort for an extended period of time in case there's down time between rounds—and sometimes even during rounds too!
Have fun at the drift event!
You will be very excited about this event and we want to make sure you have a great time!
Drifting is fun and exciting. Don't worry about making mistakes or getting into trouble. You will learn from them and they will make the event more memorable for you.
Drift events are social gatherings where people come together to share their love of motorsports and cars in general. The best way to enjoy an event like this is by talking to other drivers, mechanics, organizers and spectators. They can give you tips on how they prepare their car before they go out on track as well as share some stories from previous races that might help guide your own experience at future events (or just entertain).
There are no guarantees when it comes to drifting, especially if you've never done it before. It might not feel great the first time, but keep practicing and you'll get better. Remember to have fun!
