How To Modify an Autocross Car

In this video, we explore the rich history of Autocross, from its origins to the key milestones and legendary events that have defined the sport. Plus, we'll show you how to modify your car for Autocross, covering essential upgrades like suspension, tires, weight reduction, engine tuning, brakes, and aerodynamics to boost performance and shave off those precious seconds on the track. Whether you're a seasoned racer or a curious beginner, this guide has something for everyone.

"How to Modify" is a series for any automotive enthusiast looking to modify their Subaru, Honda, Nissan, Toyota, Infiniti, Mazda, etc. Whether you are looking for performance, aesthetic, or something to spice up your daily driving experience, these videos will walk you through everything you need to know before you hop into modifying your car.

#autocross #autox #build

Video Credit:
FJ ERIC
Corey Ross
Karl Celeste
Nikko Salgado
Sports Car Club of America
315 Squared
Gavin Remme
Pete_Tech_
CorneliusVeee
Reidinson Media
Boosted Films
Built By Kyle
GreenLightFilming
Goals Media
Jackie No
Jeff Thisted
Aptara1

CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Intro
1:23 - History
3:48 - Modifications
6:45 - Final Thoughts

[MartiniWorksOfficial]

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[MegaNardman]

The most important rule of modifying your car for autocross (if you want to compete) is to pick the class you want to run your car first, then modify within those limits. Something as simple as having wheels half an inch wider than stock, or lowering springs, can boot you out of street classing and into a class where you have no chance to compete without a whole set of additional mods (and experience).

The sunburn threat is real, tho.

[crystalcutlass]

3:13 "you'll probably bark for an emo girl" I didn't know we were all on the same page 😭

[Hakiri]

went to a autocross event last weekend, rode in a few cars, rode in a evo 9 completely stock and man it came to driver, she was fantastic

[literallyjustav]

As someone who spends too much money on autocross, do NOT start modifying your car before you're comfortable with driving it at its limit. That money will always be better spent on seat time. Once you get fast, then the car can evolve with the driver

And for the love of God, if you're messing with double adjustable shocks BEFORE you start touching your tire pressures, you need more seat time my guy 😊

[KitchinMotorsports]

My local region started autox in 1953 which is 71 years this year. SCCA solos this year has been going for 52 years. Autox has been around for a very long time.

[tinysurvivor]

From my autocross experience, I don't think this is a great primer for autocross modding. Although you touched on, I don't think enough emphasis was put on how modification impact your classing. Most guidance I've received in regards to modifications is to start with vehicle maintenance and driver mod. Instead of dropping money on coilovers that will instantly put you into more competitive classes, start with the aforementioned RPF1s + 200TW tire.

[epsi]

Something that helped me big time was watching videos that explain cone layouts and go to one of the events and just hang out. Gives you an idea how much room there is for the course layouts and what everyone is doing while youre there.

[Soulquarian]

I was there when that Corvette wrecked. Was at AAA Speedway. Can't believe how much traction that video has had over the years.

[thesovietvorona]

Did my first autox this weekend and it was a blast even if my cars terrible for it.

[mattdietlin]

I'm loving all the references to Honda Fits!

[kevind_]

Hope to take my brz tS to an autocross event sometimes!

[icedragon]

Actually autox-ing for my bday next month so this is good timing

[silverfrk]

i feel called out at every second of this video

[davehoffman]

Be sure to check which class you want to race in's restrictions before you go buying everything. Keeping in street class doesn't give you much to work with for mods for example.

[millenniumeramuscle]

2:39 Bold words for a guy who runs a 2.5 60 foot and got his ass beat so bad at the last WCEC takeover track day he disqualified the two actual fastest cars at the strip...

[JordaNguyeN]

Autox sounds very reasonable. Drag racing not so much.

[PedroAsfora]

Miata for 2.5k at this point it’s already “the good old days”

[AFwitchdoctor]

Had to watch cause you had a scion frs release series 1.0 for the thumbnail!🎉

[spgg]

Great advice! 😸 Love to hear thoughts on the Chevy Volt