The Ultimate Starter Kit

[VelvetFog45]

Ok Rush fanatics...I'm on order for chassis #303, anxiously awaiting the fuel tank solve and wanted to use the time I have prepping my garage and trailer versus pouting about the delay in getting the car. The question is simple, for all of you that already have the car and have raced it, what are the essential and nice to have tools and equipment that I'll need once the car arrives. I'm coming from Spec Miata so I have the basics (jack stands, tool sets etc.) but would like to ensure that I have the right stuff for when the car arrives.

Let me have it! Thanks so much!

 

[DrPyro2k]

For Tools... GOOD Hex keys (I'm partial to Proto Advanced Hex, as they don't roll like regular hex keys and some of the hex used on the Rush are nearly at their torque limits), Torque wrench, chain break tool, Nitrogen tank for shocks (or air pump), Chain lube & Cleaner, Loctite (red and blue), all other normal fluids, small jack (makes it super easy to lube chain), plus all of the "regular" stuff

For Spares... I have a ton of stuff. Bolts/Nuts, full body panels, shocks, tires (Wet & dry), chain, oil pressure sensor, throttle and clutch cable (mine is drive by cable), brake pads, rotors (not really needed), half shafts. Some racers have spare A-Arms, and uprights.

I'm sure I'm forgetting stuff, but this is a start.

 

[VelvetFog45]

Yup - those are killer recommendations. I'm also curious what the consensus is on jacks/jackstands etc. I've seen formula lifts mostly...are those best? Appreciate the list!

 

[DrPyro2k]

I have seen 3 main type of lifts used on the Rush.... 1) The formula style lifts that have screw jacks at both ends of the car. 2) "Universal" Quick lift - the kind with a flat plate that you leverage up and 3) Small Jack.

I have contemplated all 3 types at one point or another and each has their advantages and disadvantages. For "dealers" who may be doing setup and work on multiple cars, want something transportable then Option 1 is okay, but price can be prohibitive for a single car. Option 2 seems to be very popular as it lets you easily pick up the front of the car without taking off the front clam shell. I just thought it was too cumbersome and bulky for transport. So I went with Option #3... It was cheap (Harbor Freight) and it is easy to toss in the back of the truck for races but you do need to remove the clam shell in front to lift the nose.

MK Technologies in Canada makes some really great and high quality lifts (and other stuff) if you are so inclined. I have a set of scales and alignment plates from them. I don't use them as much as I probably should...but they are nice.

 

[VelvetFog45]

I have seen 3 main type of lifts used on the Rush.... 1) The formula style lifts that have screw jacks at both ends of the car. 2) "Universal" Quick lift - the kind with a flat plate that you leverage up and 3) Small Jack.

I have contemplated all 3 types at one point or another and each has their advantages and disadvantages. For "dealers" who may be doing setup and work on multiple cars, want something transportable then Option 1 is okay, but price can be prohibitive for a single car. Option 2 seems to be very popular as it lets you easily pick up the front of the car without taking off the front clam shell. I just thought it was too cumbersome and bulky for transport. So I went with Option #3... It was cheap (Harbor Freight) and it is easy to toss in the back of the truck for races but you do need to remove the clam shell in front to lift the nose.

MK Technologies in Canada makes some really great and high quality lifts (and other stuff) if you are so inclined. I have a set of scales and alignment plates from them. I don't use them as much as I probably should...but they are nice.

Love it. Thanks!

 

[TimG]

Ok Rush fanatics...I'm on order for chassis #303, anxiously awaiting the fuel tank solve and wanted to use the time I have prepping my garage and trailer versus pouting about the delay in getting the car. The question is simple, for all of you that already have the car and have raced it, what are the essential and nice to have tools and equipment that I'll need once the car arrives. I'm coming from Spec Miata so I have the basics (jack stands, tool sets etc.) but would like to ensure that I have the right stuff for when the car arrives.

Let me have it! Thanks so much!

In addition to previous excellent answers, you will need a battery charger compatible with a Braille or other lithium batteries, swap the alligator clips for an Anderson plug (your Rush has one as a charging port in the back). Pretty much any kind of Jack works in the back, but the front is so low and the splitter extends so far forward, the only jack that works is the formula car style (flat plate levered up). B&G is a well known brand carried by Summit. The rear clip is pretty easy to get on and off, so I just put it on a stand (I am 5’7, 67 years old with no immediate assistants) but the front is more awkward with less handholds. I bolted a kayak lift(a couple pulleys, rope with hooks and long nylon straps) to the ceiling and use it to lift the front clip up and out of the way. With the clip off you can use pretty much any jack. Easily the best $50 I ever spent.

 

[Eric H]

If you recommend a particular kayak lift or features to look for please post link to info. Thanks and thanks to all for the good suggestions!

 

[AddLightness]

Ok Rush fanatics...I'm on order for chassis #303, anxiously awaiting the fuel tank solve and wanted to use the time I have prepping my garage and trailer versus pouting about the delay in getting the car. The question is simple, for all of you that already have the car and have raced it, what are the essential and nice to have tools and equipment that I'll need once the car arrives. I'm coming from Spec Miata so I have the basics (jack stands, tool sets etc.) but would like to ensure that I have the right stuff for when the car arrives.

Let me have it! Thanks so much!

I find myself in the same boat. I just did my first track day in late May, am using a new 16’ utility trailer for transport, and am struggling to get the trailer properly outfitted and the car properly “turned” for my next track day at the Glen on June 8th.

I hate this awkwardness and feeling of not being knowledgeable as of yet of what maintenance I need to do and how to do it but I’m sure this will come with time.

I wish the community was larger and there were others close to me geographically to lean on.

Otherwise, I did have an a fantastic first day out on LRP with the Rush. I told myself I’d take it easy the first day but, well….that didn’t quite happen