LAY OF THE LAND
ORGANIZED , EFFICIENT PIT LAYOUTS CAN LEAD TO MORE SUCCESS
Drag racing teams look for any aspect that can improve their chances at winning . That includes pit layouts , which have played a pivotal role for championship-winning teams over the years .
In a sport where every detail matters , whether it ’ s for performance , organization or better time management , putting a premium on an optimal pit layout is critical . Noted Pro Mod standout Mike Janis chalked up a new and improved pit layout as one reason he was able to claim a world championship in 2018 in the loaded class .
He bought a new trailer that year , and a new pit layout helped with organization , allowing the team to stay locked in getting the car ready between runs . With quick turnaround times during eliminations , a standout pit layout proved pivotal to going rounds and winning races . Stevie “ Fast ” Jackson also noted the importance
of pit layout , using the downtime during the COVID-19 pandemic to improve the efficiency of his team ’ s layout .
The importance of a pit layout is also apparent at Elite Motorsports , which made big changes to its layout a few seasons ago . The sight of multiple walk-through trailers is impressive , but it also serves an important purpose during a race weekend and getting ready for a race .
The layout allows for easy access for each team , allowing crew members to converse easily , change parts and operate as a welloiled machine .
It has maximized efficiency for the multi-car team and Elite Motorsports has enjoyed the benefits , rolling to back-to-back world championships in Pro Stock the past two years .
– JOSH HACHAT DI
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