The fuel filler hose dries out and cracks with time. Replacing the hose just requires a little finnese to remove and then position the new hose in the right spot.
Changing the air filter is very simple requiring no tools, just a simple rag and possibly some degreaser. Most people change it just before qualifying or if it is soaked in oil due to engine blow by
A relatively common fault with Spec Racer Fords is that the alternators can fail, requiring a trackside replacement. The process is straight forward but sometimes access can be a problem.