Helmet Dryer:
Remember what I said about helmet stink? It's an unfortunate consequence of hanging out in stuffy cars on 100 degree days. It's even worse when the helmet is stored sopping wet for months on end - that's right...EWWW! Help the racer in your heart with a good helmet drier. We like the design of the counter-top Shockdoctor unit for its ease of use and quick drying times:
Lap Timers:
Every car enthusiast wants to know there lap times, may it be at the local go-kart track, or just running around the kitchen table. Why? Because we're ultra competitive and have to win (2nd is the first loser)! Plus, we need something to brag about come Monday morning. A simple lap timer records this information and provides a quick an inexpensive form of data acquisition. The AIM Mychron Light TG is simple to use, inexpensive, and has a pretty display:
Race Ramps:
If your loved one is still using the jack that came with the car to complete simple tasks like changing the oil, do them a favor a get them something a little safer. After-all, there's a reason we call them "suicide-jacks"! Race Ramps are a super light weight and easy to store ramp system that gets the car high enough in the air for most simple car repair tasks. The 56" system (shown below) allows even the lowest race car to drive up with ease.
Air Tank:
As we've discussed, Tire Pressure is EXTREMELY important to the automotive enthusiast. Especially when said enthusiast is at a race/track-day/autocross. We'll adjust the pressure constantly (something about pressure changes based on temperature). Now what tends to happen is that a large line will develop at the only air compressor at the event. And inevitably, we'll end up late to grid trying to adjust our pressures. A portable Air Tank lets us quickly adjust our tire pressures and make grid before everyone else.
Digital Tire Pyrometer:
I suggested a less-expensive Laser Pyrometer on the previous holiday guide. What makes a Tire Pyrometer different? It's for tires, silly! And if we don't know the temperature of our tires, how are we supposed to know what pressure to keep them at?
Fire System:
A good, properly installed Fire Suppression System is a must have for every enthusiast driving or racing a highly modified car. The concept is simple: Push a large red button and fire suppressing chemicals erupt all around the car. In all seriousness, fires occur very quickly - often quicker then many drivers can get a car stopped, and climb out of and away from the flames. This simple safety device offers, in the least, a few precious life saving moments.
And most importantly...Pit Impact Gun:
Your loved one will think they belong on a Nascar Pit Team. Need I say more?
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