Rally Logistics
AIR SHIPPING
Each participant is responsible for the logistics and costs of shipping their own car(s) to and from the event. Let us know if we can be of assistance in connecting you to others from your area.
CAR STORAGE
If short term car storage is needed please let us know. Security will be provided at night during the rally in selected areas We have contracted with a security company to provide security at night in selected locations. We do however need to know of any special car requirements in advance.
PARTICIPANT TRAVEL INFORMATION
Participants can fly into Bozeman, Montana. There is regular air service www.gallatinfield.com and we have a relationship with Yellowstone Jet Center, 1-800-700-JET1 www.ysjet.com to handle private jets.
AIRPORT PICK-UP
We can arange to help you if you are flying into Bozeman. If you let us know who, when and where we can arrange to have you met and transportation arranged for you to get you to the Hotel. (You may be responsible for the transportation costs as this is pre-rally).
ADVANCE RALLY CAR PREPARATION
by Steve Gordon of Vintage Auto Services
In order to avoid some problems on the rally, here are a few tips on prepping your vintage car for this 1000 mile extended trip:
- Change all fluids and filters (engine, transmission, differential, coolant, brakes, clutch, windscreen washer, etc.).
- Consider the temperatures you will encounter on the Rally when choosing oil viscosity and coolants. Most of our driving will be during the day in temps f rom the 50’s to 70’s, but we will see cooler temperatures at night.
- In addition, the altitudes at which we are driving will range from 5 thousand to 10 thousand feet. If your carburetors have adjustable jets or diaphragms, make sure the linkage is in good working order and bring any extra sets of jets and any special tools to make the adjustments. Bring 2 extra sets of spark plugs incase yours foul up.
- Check the tires and spares for age, wear and pressure. Regardless of the amount of tread, tires older than about 6 years can get very hard and their driving characteristics unpredictable. One minute they grip and the next they are sliding without the usual warning.
- Make sure your windscreen wipers work and the blades are in good shape. This c ould be very important because of bugs hatches, thunder showers and possible snow flurries.
- Check all belts, hoses, and fuses.
- Change or clean fuel filters and sediment bowls.
- Do a complete chassis lube and don’t forget the steering box or rack fluid.
- Pack and adjust the wheel bearings.
- Check the condition of your shocks and sway bar bushings. Replace if necessary.
- Make sure your seat belts are comfortable and in good condition.
- Make sure your valves are adjusted.
- Check front end alignment.
- Carry a fire extinguisher, tool kit and road side emergency pack – flares, etc.
WHAT TO BRING / SPARE PART LIST
by Terry Larson
- * Ignition Coil / Wires
- * Points / Condenser / Rotor / Cap
- * Electrical Wire & Ends
- * Spark Plugs / Feeler Gauge
- * Petrol Pump / Line / Clamps
- * Water / Oil / Marvel
- * Fan Belt / Coolant Hose Set / Stop Leak
- * Tape - Teflon / Duct / Electrical
- * Spare Tire in a Can / Check Spare Tire
- * Gasket Sealer / Wurth Orange Flange Sealer
- * Epoxy
- * Wire Ties / Wire
- * Rages / Paper Towels / Gloves
- * Jumper Cables
- * Test Light / Volt & OHM Meter
- * Flashlight / Red Cone or Triangle Reflector
- * Tool Kit
- * Jack / Knock Off Hammer
- * Tow Strap
- * Tire Pressure Gauge
- * Fire Extinguisher
- * Banjo Bolt Gaskets / Oil Filter Seal
- * Flex Oil and Fuel Lines