In some forms of alternative racing, communication is basic. In others, it is part of how the team operates safely and efficiently.

Listings may include:

• Driver or crew radios
• Crew headsets
• Intercom systems
• Push-to-talk hardware
• Helmet communication kits
• Antennas
• Harnesses and cables
• Chargers and batteries
• Programming equipment

For marine teams, environmental exposure matters. For land-speed or hill-climb programs, course layout and event communications can matter. For large-event and arena programs, the radio system may need to work around substantial infrastructure and other users.

Buyers should confirm frequency band, analog or digital operation, programming requirements, accessories, local radio regulations and event rules before purchasing.

RaceTeams.com does not assign or license frequencies.

Timing, Data and Measurement Equipment

A timing transponder, scale pad or pressure gauge is only useful if it works with the system and is accurate enough for the job.

Listings may include:

• Timing transponders
• Timing receivers and accessories
• Portable lap-timing equipment
• Data loggers
• Displays
• Download cables
• Portable sensor packages
• Racing scales
• Setup pads
• Pressure gauges
• Temperature gauges
• Pyrometers
• Alignment and measuring tools

For electronic equipment, confirm software requirements, subscriptions, account transfer, firmware, cables and compatibility. For scales, gauges and measuring tools, ask about calibration status and damage history.

A race-vehicle-mounted replacement sensor sold as a vehicle component belongs in Other Racing Parts. A portable logging, display or measurement system used by the team belongs here.

Marine and PWC Support Equipment

The dock can become a pit lane.

Boat and PWC teams may need equipment that is portable, corrosion-conscious and practical around water. Listings can include:

• Dockside tool carts
• Waterproof or marine-capable communications
• Battery chargers and jump equipment
• PWC stands
• Portable work tables
• Fuel-transfer support equipment where lawful
• Pressure and temperature tools
• Propeller service tools
• Portable lighting
• Electrical support
• Parts bins and race-day storage

Sellers should identify actual environmental ratings where applicable rather than assuming ordinary electronics or tools are suitable for wet conditions.

Snowmobile and Snocross Race Equipment

A snowmobile pit is part race shop and part cold-weather survival exercise.

Useful equipment can include:

• Sled stands and lifts
• Clutch service tools
• Track and stud service tools
• Battery chargers
• Heated work-area equipment where appropriate
• Portable lighting
• Pressure and temperature tools
• Torque tools
• Radios
• Pit carts and work benches
• Storage systems

The snowmobile track, studs, skis, suspension and other vehicle components remain Racing Parts. The tools and stands used to service them belong here.

Hill Climb and Land Speed Pit Gear

Hill-climb and land-speed teams often work with limited time between runs and long distances between the competition course and a fully equipped shop.

Listings may include:

• Portable scales
• Alignment and setup tools
• Brake temperature tools
• Tire pressure and temperature equipment
• Torque tools
• Battery support
• Jacks and stands
• Radios
• Portable power
• Workstations
• Data download equipment
• Weather and environmental measurement equipment where relevant

At Pikes Peak, a team may be preparing for changing temperature, altitude and road conditions over a 12.42-mile climb. At Bonneville, pit equipment has to function in an environment that can be hard on tools, electrical equipment and vehicles alike.

The physical springs, wheels, tires, brakes, aero pieces and other vehicle components being adjusted remain Racing Parts.

Figure 8, Derby, Mud and Grassroots Pit Equipment

Grassroots racers do not need a Formula 1 garage to need the right tools.

A Figure 8 team may be changing a bent steering piece before the next race. A derby team may need jacks, battery support and cutting or repair tools in the pits. A swamp buggy or mud team may need heavy-duty service equipment for large tires and driveline components. A mower racer may need small-engine tools and portable stands.

Listings may include:

• Floor jacks and stands
• Heavy-duty service tools
• Impact and torque tools
• Portable power
• Toolboxes
• Battery chargers
• Work tables
• Radios
• Pit carts
• Gauges and diagnostic equipment

Tools and equipment belong here. The replacement component being installed belongs in Racing Parts. Paid repair or fabrication labor belongs in Book.

Air Racing Ground Support

Air-racing teams can use portable tools, communications, power equipment, data systems and ground-support products around a race aircraft.

Listings should have a clear competition or team-support connection. RaceTeams.com should not represent generic ground equipment as aviation-approved or suitable for aircraft maintenance merely because it has been used in an air-racing environment.

Any equipment used for aircraft maintenance, lifting, electrical support or other specialized work should be evaluated by appropriately qualified aviation personnel.

Buying Used Racing Equipment

Before purchasing, review:

• Racing discipline
• Equipment type
• Brand and model
• New or used condition
• Capacity or rating
• Compatibility
• Power requirements
• Battery condition
• Cables, chargers and accessories included
• Software or subscription requirements
• Firmware or programming status
• Calibration history where applicable
• Repairs or modifications
• Water, salt, cold or environmental exposure
• Seller location
• Shipping or freight requirements
• Warranty or return terms

A used tool can be a great buy. A damaged jack, inaccurate pressure gauge or radio that cannot be legally programmed for your use is not.

Selling Alternative Racing Equipment?

Teams, race shops, marine specialists, powersports dealers, equipment manufacturers, electronics suppliers and private owners can list operational racing equipment here.

Strong listings should identify:

• Racing type
• Equipment category
• Manufacturer
• Model
• Condition
• Capacity or specifications
• Intended application
• Compatibility
• Power requirements
• Software or subscription needs
• Cables, mounts and accessories included
• Calibration status where relevant
• Repair or modification history
• Asking price
• Seller location
• Shipping or pickup options

Describe what the buyer actually receives. A data logger without the required cable, a radio without programming information or a transponder tied to a nontransferable account can be a very different purchase than a complete ready-to-configure package.

Know the Category Boundaries

Portable products used by the driver, team or crew to communicate, measure, prepare, service or support competition belong here.

Physical wheels, tires, propellers, pumps, tracks, studs, suspension, brakes and other components installed on the race vehicle belong in Other Racing Parts.

Helmets, firesuits, PFDs, competition seats, harnesses and other competitor-protection products belong in Other Racing Firesuits, Helmets & Safety Gear.

Complete race boats, aircraft, PWC, snowmobiles, hill-climb cars, land-speed cars and other complete race vehicles belong in Other Racing Race Cars & Chassis.

Installation, wiring, calibration, fabrication, setup and paid technical work belong in Other Racing Setup & Technical Services.

Race-weekend mechanics, pit personnel and operational manpower belong in Other Racing Crew & Raceday Help when labor is the primary transaction.

Related Categories

• Other Racing Parts
• Other Racing Firesuits, Helmets & Safety Gear
• Other Racing Race Cars & Chassis
• Other Racing Setup & Technical Services
• Other Racing Crew & Raceday Help