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Before the event.
1. Jack up the car, all four wheels off.
2. On jack stands, grab each tire and check for any ball joint play.
3. Remove wheels.
4. Inspect brake rotors, pads, brake lines, sway bar bolts, suspension bolts.
5. Replace pads if more than 50% worn (4.5mm)
6. Put the wheels back on, torque lugs to 140 ft-lbs.
7. Remove the floor mats and anything else loose in the car.
Under the hood:
1. Inspect the belts (I've had one fail)
2. Check brake fluid level
3. Check oil level
4. Make sure coolant in the top and bottom reservoir are good.
5. Remove the underhood water deflector (3 bolts, 10 mm)
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