Lesson 1Tires and wheels inspection: tread depth and wear pattern analysis, sidewall damage, wheel runout and balance checksFocuses on detailed tyre and wheel checks for racing, covering tread depth, wear patterns, sidewalls, beads, runout, and balance. Links seen conditions to setup, driving style, and possible safety problems.
Measure tread depth across tire widthInterpret wear patterns versus alignmentInspect sidewalls, beads and inner linersCheck wheel radial and lateral runoutVerify wheel balance and hub fitmentLesson 2Tools and test gear for engine/fuel checks: multimeter, compression tester, fuel pressure gauge, borescope, timing lightShows key tools and test gear for engine and fuel checks, including multimeters, compression and leak tools, pressure gauges, borescopes, and timing lights, stressing safe use and true reading of results.
Use a multimeter for sensors and groundsPerform compression and leak‑down testsMeasure and log fuel pressure under loadInspect cylinders and valves with borescopeSet and verify ignition timing with lightLesson 3Tools for drivetrain checks: torque wrench, dial indicator, feeler gauges, gearbox fluid sampling and magnet inspectionCovers special tools for drivetrain checks, including torque wrenches, dial indicators, feeler gauges, and fluid sampling. Stresses finding early wear, backlash, and dirt before big failures happen.
Apply torque wrenches to critical fastenersUse dial indicators for backlash and runoutMeasure clearances with feeler gaugesSample and inspect gearbox and diff fluidsCheck magnets and strainers for debrisLesson 4Tools for chassis checks: alignment gauges, camber/caster plates, corner weight scales, dial indicators, pry barsDetails special tools for exact chassis checks, including alignment, camber, caster, toe, and corner weights. Explains right setup, calibration, and data noting to support steady race setups and after-event study.
Use string and laser alignment gaugesSet and read camber and caster platesOperate corner weight scales correctlyApply dial indicators for chassis deflectionUse pry bars to detect hidden playLesson 5Suspension, steering and brakes inspection: bushings, ball joints, damper condition, brake pad wear, disc runout and caliper functionExplains step-by-step check of suspension, steering, and brakes on race cars. Focuses on bushings, joints, dampers, pads, discs, and calipers, linking measured wear and play to handling, safety, and braking steadiness.
Check control arm bushings and complianceInspect ball joints and tie‑rod end playEvaluate damper leaks and stroke consistencyMeasure brake pad thickness and taperCheck disc runout and caliper slide functionLesson 6Engine and fuel system checklist: visual, compression/lean tests, ignition components, fuel pressure and filter inspectionGives a planned engine and fuel system list for race prep, including visual checks, compression and mixture check, ignition parts, fuel pressure, filters, and leak points to make sure steady performance.
Perform external visual and leak inspectionVerify compression and basic mixture healthInspect coils, plugs, leads and connectorsCheck fuel pressure, regulator and returnInspect and replace fuel filters as neededLesson 7Drivetrain and gearbox inspection: shafts, mounts, shifting mechanism, fluid checks and gearbox endplay measurementCovers race drivetrain and gearbox checks, including shafts, mounts, linkages, fluids, and endplay. Stresses safe lifting, dirt control, true measures, and noting wear trends for preventive upkeep.
Inspect driveshafts, CV joints and flangesCheck engine, gearbox and differential mountsVerify shifter cables, linkages and detentsMeasure gearbox endplay and bearing preloadAssess lubricant level, condition and leaksLesson 8Tools for tire/wheel work: pyrometer, tire pressure gauge, dynamic balancer or static methods, valve tools, torque wrenchDescribes tools used for tyre and wheel work in competition, including pyrometers, pressure gauges, balancers, valve tools, and torque wrenches, showing right ways for steady grip and reliability.
Use a tire pyrometer for temperature profilesSet and log hot and cold tire pressuresBalance wheels with static and dynamic methodsService valves, cores and pressure bleedsTorque wheel fasteners in correct sequence
