I did forget to mention that I have a full set of rotors that I only use for the track. So my track prep includes:
- Removal of all (4) street rotors
- Removal of all street pads
- Installation of track pads/rotors
- Flush brake fluid - I use the same High Temp fluid for street as I do track. More expensive I know, but I can get away with just flushing old fluid with new fluid without having to flush the system with alcohol to get all the old fluid out.
- Change engine
oil - I use 10W-40 for Street and 20W-50 for track, both full
synthetic
- I tape my headlights - to prevent rock breakage
- I don't tape the front of my car, but if you are particular about your paint, look in to the clear bra products out there. Looks better than the blue painter's tape on the track
- I inspect all bearings, pivot points, and important nuts/bolts for tightness
- Safety inspection of the car and all safety equipment. I will make the assumption that you've never been on a track before. If that is the case, you will need an SA2005 or later(depending on the organization running the event) Automotive helmet. Not a motorcycle helmet. Make sure you have at least a 4 point safety harness if not a five. I have a suit, arm restraints and a HANS, but these aren't required by most organizers, however keep in mind you are in an open car with a single roll bar behind your head, your safety and noggin are only as good as your equipment.
- If drag racing, or road racing for that matter...a safety loop on your driveshaft should be installed.
So there isn't a short answer to your original question, all depends on how you want to perform on the track. Trust me, you will not be satisfied with just tooling around the track for a Sunday drive, you will want all of these things to go faster and push the limits