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Autocross at THSCC

Autocross

Timed competition in your daily driver

Drive your own car through a technical course laid out with traffic cones in a large paved lot. One car on course at a time, speeds stay under 60 mph, and you get multiple runs to improve.

Tech Inspection

How do you know if your car will pass tech inspection at a THSCC autocross? Most cars that are in good enough condition to drive on the public roads are in good enough condition to autocross safely. Check this list, and if you still have any questions, email axtech@thscc.com

Engine Compartment
     - Throttle return spring (ignore if drive by wire).
     - Battery securely mounted.
     - Brake fluid level at recommendation.
     - No fluid leaks of any kind.
     - Loose cables secured.


Wheels

    - No play in wheel bearings, ball joints and tie rod ends.
    - No cords or dry rot showing on tires.
    - All lug nuts present.


Interior
    - Brake, gas and clutch pedal travel normal, brake pedal firm.
    - All loose items removed from interior, attached floor mats OK.
    - No items hanging from rear view mirror.
    - Seats are properly attached and functional
    - Retractable shoulder belts lock when pulled rapidly. (doesn't apply to pendulum style retractors)
    - if possible, check steering wheel movement while watching for wheel movement. No excessive steering play


Exterior
    - Proper class and numbers on both sides of the car; Numbers at least 8” tall, letters 4” tall. Must be contrasting to car paint color.


Accepted Helmet Certifications
SNELL:
         EA2016
         SA2010 - SA2015 -SA2020 - SA2025
         SAH2010
         M2010 - M2015 - M2020D - M2020R - M2025D - M2025R
         K2010 - K2015 - K2020 - K2025
  SFI:
          31.1/2010 - 31.1/2015 - 31.1/2020
          41.1/2010 - 41.1/2015 - 41.1/2020
  FIA:
         8860-2010 - 8859-2015 - 8860-2018 - 8860-2018-ABP -
         8859-2020 - 8859-2024 - 8859-2024-ABP


High Center of Gravity Vehicles
    -Front Track width must be greater than ground to roof height (as measured from front tires center to center).