01-25-2024, 03:03 PM | #1 |
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Good Track Day Lock Box That Fits In The Trunk
Hi All,
As the title suggests, I'm looking for quality lock box/container recommendations that fit through the beautifully shaped trunk opening of our amazing cars. I'd like something that could fit most if not all of one's track day essentials and keep them secure (holes for a padlock(s) suffice) while I'm on the track. In a perfect world it'd fit an aluminum 1.5 ton jack, various liquids and tools (including longer ones like breaker bar/torque wrench). I'm open to the idea of multiple boxes if that's the solution some members are currently using. On the note of liquids, I'm also open to recommendations for quality gas canisters you feel comfortable having in your trunk on the way to a track day. Why I'm focusing on a box that fits in the trunk is because for now, I'm ruling out a dedicated tire trailer that would have the space for a dedicated lock box. Regarding second set of wheels/tires for farther track days, I do really like the solution some members have found using a hitch mount cargo carrier/bike rack that holds 2 wheels and placing the remaining 2 wheels in the back seats. I would love to hear opinions/experiences with this set up as well. Appreciate the help and pictures are welcome! |
01-25-2024, 03:10 PM | #2 |
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I use a 64qt Sterilite container. You can fit two in the back. I'll add photo later w specific part number and dimensions.
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01-25-2024, 03:42 PM | #3 |
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This was my basic loadout (plus max carryon sized suitcase that was at the hotel) when I was in a turbo Camaro. The wheels are 18x8.5" with 275/35 tires. I had 3 in the back and 1 in passenger seat. Not sure you can do that with SS 1LE sized wheels/tires (I had a tire trailer by the time I got one, so never tried).
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01-25-2024, 10:12 PM | #4 | |
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I actually load three tires on the carrier and one in the trunk. E-Trailer advised me that I don't need a stabilizer strap with that hitch. If you're willing to put two wheels inside the car, then you could put one 5-gal fuel jug and two wheels on the cargo carrier.
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01-26-2024, 06:58 PM | #5 | |
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A few questions if you don't mind: 1) Does the draw tie hitch bolt directly onto the Camaro frame or does it need to be welded? 2) Is any modification of the Camaro required (holes drilled in frame, diffuser cuts to make room for the hitch assembly)? 3) Does it require bumper cover to be removed to install it? |
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1) yes 2) no 3) yes etrailer.com has a video showing what it takes to do the install The hardest part for me was disconnecting the harnesses shown around the 2:00 mark in the video. It was just a matter of figuring out which part to push and what to pull to get them separated. It's easy unless it's not. There's also a harness on the passenger side that the car in the video doesn't have (I think for NPP and parking sensors). There's enough slack you can take the bumper cover off before disconnecting it, but don't be surprised when you run into it.
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01-26-2024, 08:37 PM | #7 |
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Yep, everything Clyde wrote, exactly. I won't lie: with the tires on the cargo carrier, it moves around somewhat over bumps and such. I would have worried more if E-Trailer hadn't explicitly told me it didn't need a stabilizer strap. I keep measuring and it has not deformed or taken any kind of permanent droop after three years of use.
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01-27-2024, 07:40 PM | #8 |
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Appreciate the feedback on both what size boxes fit in the trunk and experiences with a cargo carrier solution for carrying tires!
I would love to see pictures of the set up and what straps/methods you use to secure 3 wheels. With the tongue weight rated for 200lbs I didn't know 3 wheels and a curt carrier would stay below it. Only keeping one tire in the car is definitely preferred as I'll travel to most of my track day weekends with my fiancee and any extra room for her luggage will definitely make her happy! Thanks |
01-27-2024, 08:33 PM | #9 | |
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01-28-2024, 11:21 AM | #10 |
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Thank you for the detailed write up Matt!
Do you do any sort of theft prevention tie downs? Thinking maybe a rope style bike lock that goes between the spikes of the rims. I might be staying in hotel parking lots over night between track days. I'm considering the cargo carrier route more and more. I have a few track days scheduled that are 2+ hrs away and would really prefer not to risk only having my tracked SC3s and the fix a flat kit to go to and from. |
01-28-2024, 12:58 PM | #11 |
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Not my setup, but another friend's setup with two tires on the rack. Safety cable through the wheels and locked to the receiver.
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01-28-2024, 01:27 PM | #12 |
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These pictures help a lot! Thank you Clyde
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01-28-2024, 03:03 PM | #13 |
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I haven't had to do any kind of security cable lock yet, but the way Clyde's friend did it would surely be the best way. I might need to in March, so I should get on that! I do use safety chains from the carrier to the hitch: just in case something does break during a trip, I don't want to lose (or loose!) my tires and wheels.
I was in the basement this morning shot a couple pics of my carrier (try to ignore my kids' "art" on the floor from 15 years ago...). It's the same one Clyde's friend uses. You can see the wheel chocks I added. I also forgot to mention that I added two simple deflectors so the car's exhaust wouldn't hit my tires. It's probably not an issue, but I just wanted to make sure the tires don't get any warm/hot spots during a drive.
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01-29-2024, 12:35 AM | #14 |
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Great setups! I’m starting to consider this more and more! How far do you travel to get to the track? Just curious how far youre driving with 150ish pounds of weight on the hitch.
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