Grand-Am: Intensified post-race inspection in 2011

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The Daytona 24 was the first occasion of the Grand-Am Series to test its new post-race inspection procedures.

The winning BMW/Riley of Scott Pruett and team was inspected following those new requirements after the event at the end of last months.

The following components were completely disassembled and inspected: All wiring, electrical and electronic systems; dash display and data systems; bodywork and floor panels; engine and engine management systems; the clutch, gearbox, differential, uprights and wheel bearings; brake calipers; and suspension dampers.

Both Grand-Am technical staff and No. 01 team members were on hand for the inspection.

"This marks the beginning of a ‘stepped-up' procedure to inspect our race cars," said series' President Tom Bledsoe. "We feel extremely confident about our procedure. It is thorough; the ultimate fine-tooth comb, so to speak."