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EFFECTIVE FIRST DAY OF THE COVER MONTH UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED: MARCH 2005

Strategic Plan for 2005. He highlighted evaluation, if desired.

TABLE OF CONTENTS many initiatives aimed at supporting The Region may also establish separate

Regions, increasing member value,grow legal entities to promote, organize and/or

General the membership, and elevating the percep- administer non-sanctioned events in its

tion of the SCCA in the automotive enthu- discretion. However, the Regions are again

Board of Directors Minutes . . . . . F-33 siast marketplace. Steve presented an cautioned that they are still subject to

Board of Directors Elections . . . . . . F-39 overview of plans intended to ensure the compliance with their own non-profit IRS

financial stability of the Club. Section 501 requirements and should seek

Club Racing legal counsel on this issue as appropriate.

Minutes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-40 SCCA PRO RACING Finally, while it is the Board of Director's

Technical Bulletins . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-43 Steve Johnson reported on the successes desire to allow reasonable Region discre-

Court of Appeals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-44 of 2004. World Challenge was a huge suc- tion regarding its non-sanctioned activi-

cess in 2004. Pro Drifting is giving the ties, it reserves the right to review and

Solo SCCA a presence in the youth market. restrict any Region activities, including

Solo Board Minutes . . . . . . . . . . F-45 Sanctioning the Japanese Touring Car those conducted by separate Region-

Technical Bulletins. . . . . . . . . . F-46 Championship is a major coup for the owned legal entities, and to enact further

Club. Steve reviewed plans for 2005, with conditions as permitted under the SCCA

RoadRally the best schedule ever for World Challenge. Bylaws and Operations Manual."

Minutes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-46 Television coverage for Pro Miata is Peter also presented an overview of

Regional Schedules . . . . . . . . . . F-47 planned. Pro is projected to have a prof- improved contract administration proce-

itable year in 2004. dures, as well as an analysis of the current

Official Solo Entry Form . . . . . . . . . . F-48 and future insurance environment, and a

FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION rate proposal for 2005 events.

Jeff Dahnert presented the SCCA Inc. MOTION: To accept the Master

GENERAL budget for 2005. This budget projects an

increase in Net Operating Income of

Insurance Plan Rates for 2005 as proposed

by Peter Lyon. (Campbell / Engelke)

$100,000. PASSED

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MINUTES MOTION: To approve the 2005 budget as

SPORTS CAR CLUB OF AMERICA, INC. reviewed and recommended by the Budget PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT

December 17-19, 2004 and Finance committee. (Engelke / Holtz) Howard Duncan reported on the forma-

The Board of Directors, Sports Car Club PASSED tion of the new Region and Program

of America, Inc. met in Topeka, Kansas on Services Department, which will develop

December 17th, 18th, and 19th, 2004. AVECTRA programs in support of Regions and

The following members participated: Gary Jeff Dahnert reviewed status of the sys- Divisions in meeting their strategic objec-

Pitts, Chairman, Howard Allen, Tom tem implementation, and increases in tives.

Campbell, Jim Christian, Charlie Clark, functionality over the next few months. Mike Dickerson presented an application

Mike Engelke, Kaye Fairer, Brian Holtz, for the formation of a new SCCA region

Bob Introne, Phil Mellor, Andy Porterfield, RISK MANAGEMENT located in the United States territory of

John Sheridan, Michael Sauce, Erik Peter Lyon gave an overview of a pro- Guam.

Skirmants, and Bill Weston. posed policy statement concerning partici- MOTION: To grant a provisional Charter

Steve Johnson, President and CEO, Jeff pation of Regions in events not sanctioned to the Guam Region SCCA. Steve Johnson

Dahnert, Vice President of Finance, Garret by the SCCA. will ensure there are no issues with FIA.

Mudd, Vice President of Marketing, MOTION: To adopt the following policy (Porterfield / Campbell) PASSED

Howard Duncan, Vice President of statement, and insert into the Operations

Program Development and Operations, Manual Section l.C.1.4 (Engelke / Mellor) SOLO/RALLY

Terry Ozment, Director of Club Racing, PASSED Howard Duncan reported on changes to

Jeremy Thoennes, Club Racing Technical the ProSolo and National Tour schedules.

Manager, Tasha Goodale, Director of Solo Scope of Permissible Region Activities A new operations trailer has been obtained

and RoadRally, Colan Arnold, Chairman "SCCA Regions may participate in, pro- as a result of sponsorship from Pace trail-

Solo Events Board, Peter Lyon, Risk vide services to, or organize and pro- ers.

Analyst and General Counsel also partici- mote/sponsor non-SCCA sanctioned or Sue Robinson will be heading the newly

pated. organized or administered events and formed Rally Department.

The Secretary acknowledges Minutes are activities, provided that the following con- Howard also presented an overview of the

not in chronological order. ditions are satisfied: proposed Closed Course Rally program

Amend Minutes of November 1st, 2004 - The non-sanctioned events or activities consisting of RallyCross, RallySprint and

meeting to read: Award lifetime member- are not contrary to the Club's purposes Circuit Rally. He indicated that a new Rally

ships to members of the Performance Rally and activities. Advisory Board will be formed in the near

Board who served during the last six years, - Such Region operations or activities future.

and are current SCCA members in good must also be within the allowed purposes

standing. of the Regions' own 501 (c) non-profit IRS SCCA ENTERPRISES

MOTION: To approve the Minutes of the filing. Andy Porterfield reported that the new

November 1st, 2004 meeting, as amended. - If the Region can in any reasonable contract with Elan Motorsports has been

(Holtz / Allen) PASSED manner be perceived as having authority executed. The first new car shipment has

MOTION: To approve the Minutes of the or responsibility for promoting, organizing, been received and inspected by

November 9th, 2004 meeting as published. and/or administering/operating an event Enterprises. A second car is currently

(Introne / Porterfield) PASSED. or activity, it must cause a general dis- being shipped.

claimer to be published in event or activity

promotional/advertising materials similar MARKETING

OLD BUSINESS to 'This event is not sanctioned, operated Garret Mudd reported on the Member

Erik Skirmants conducted a discussion or organized by SCCA, Inc.'. Benefits program and updated Get Real -

of considerations involved with a potential - The Region must also take appropriate Fast materials. He also presented an

split of the Central Division. He indicated steps to publicize to Region members that overview of current and projected sponsor-

that a split of the Central Division would such non-sanctioned events or activities ship revenues for 2005. He highlighted the

not be requested at this time. are NOT covered by the SCCA event insur- array of promotional materials promoting

ance plan. The Region should also ensure the various aspects of SCCA activities.

NEW BUSINESS that it is appropriately covered by the

PRESIDENT'S REPORT applicable event or activity insurance cov- CLUB RACING OPERATIONS

Steve Johnson reviewed the Club's erage. The SCCA Risk Management Terry Ozment presented proposed GCR

planned activities in support of the Department will assist Regions with this changes to Specialty Licenses. The objec-





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tive is to more accurately reflect event Runoffs®. She also noted that the Runoffs install towing eyes but it is highly recom-

functional needs, while providing manage- tow fund has not been changed in many mended.

able group sizes for National years, and that this program needs to be The required tow eyes must be strong

Administrators to work with. reviewed. She also explained that a review enough to tow the car from a hazard such

MOTION: To change the GCR sections as of the Drivers School program is underway. as a gravel trap. Front tow eye may be

follows, effective 1/1/2006: (Weston Bryan Cohn presented an overview of the mounted in the driver / passenger side

/Allen) PASSED 2005 SCCA Time Trials Program, which window openings, or any location forward

MOTION: To table the Weston / Allen includes; Performance Driving Clinics, of the windshield. If mounted in the driv-

motion. (Campbell / Introne) PASSED Club Trials, Track Trials and Hillclimbs. er/passenger side window openings, it

MOTION: To approve the proposed Time must be attached to the forward roll cage

GCR Sections: Trials Program. (Engelke / Sauce) PASSED down tube as close to the base of the wind-

shield as possible. If the front tow eye is

5.16 OFFICIAL'S LICENSING SPECIALTIES CLUB RACING BOARD located in the side window openings there

Jeremy Thoennes presented CRB recom- shall be one on each side of the car. Rear

1. Emergency Services mended changes to the GCR. tow eyes must be accessible rearward of

2. Flagging and Communications MOTION : To approve the Club Racing the rear axle centerline.

3. Race Control Board recommended changes to the GCR, Item 4.

4. Race Administration as follows. (Weston / Pitts) PASSED Effective 1/1/05, add paragraph 10 to

5. Registration The following exceptions are noted: GCR Section 20. Drivers Restraint System

6. Scrutineering GCR Item 2, voting no, Mellor to read as follows:

7. Sound Control Production Items 3 & 4, abstaining, 10. FIA certified 2-inch shoulder harness-

8. Starters Skirmants es are allowed when the HANS® device is

9. Stewards Showroom Stock Item 3, withdrawn used by the driver. SFI 2-inch shoulder har-

10. Timing and Scoring Improved Touring Item 4, voting no, nesses are not currently allowed. Should

Note: Emergency Services to include three Holtz the driver, at anytime not utilize the HANS®

sub-areas of Medical, Fire Rescue, Course Sports Racer Item 2, abstaining, Allen device, then 3-inch shoulder harnesses are

Marshal and Christian. required. The replacement cycle for the FIA

Note: Race Administration to include Race MOTION: To reject GCR Item 8, Fuel. approved 2-inch harnesses shall be per

Chairman, Radio Tech, Paddock, (Skirmants / Allen) PASSED GCR Section 20.8.

Hospitality, Data Coordinator, Press, Item 5.

Announcer, etc.(functions that are not hot- GCR

Item. 1. Effective 1/1/05, change GCR Section

track related and may not be included in 20.2 to read as follows:

every event) Effective 1/1/05, add to GCR Section

17.23.1 the following words: 2. A six point system, recommended for

5.16 OFFICIALS 1. Driving suits that effectively cover the use in automobiles where the driver is

The staff of principal officials, whose duty body from the neck to the ankles and seated in a semi-reclining position, con-

it shall be to direct the control of the event, wrists, manufactured of fire resistant sists of a three (3) inch seat belt or an FIA

may include: material, worn with underwear of a fire approved two (2) inch seat belt (SFI 2-inch

Stewards of the Meeting (SOM) resistant material. One-piece suits are seat belts are not currently allowed),

Chief Steward/Series Chief Steward highly recommended. All suits and under- approximately a three (3) inch strap over

Assistant Chief Steward-Safety wear shall be made of the following accept- the shoulder type of shoulder harness, and

Race Chairman ed fire resistant materials: Nomex, Kynol, two approximately two (2) inch leg or anti

Chief Starter FPT, IWS (wool), Fiberglass, Firewear™, submarine straps.

Chief Flag Durette, Fypro, PBI, Kevlar, NASAFIL, or Item 6.

Chief of Communications any suit carrying an SFI 3-2A/1 or higher Effective 1/1/05, change GCR Section

Chief Timer and Scorer certification patch. Underwear of PROBAN 20. to read as follows:

Chief/Series Chief Technical and Safety is approved. The following specific manu-

Inspector (Scrutineer) facturer(s) material combinations are also 20. DRIVER'S RESTRAINT SYSTEM

Chief Emergency Services recognized: Simpson Heat Shield, Leston All drivers in SCCA sanctioned speed

Chief Observer Super Protex, FPT Linea Sport, Carbon X, events shall utilize either a five, six or

Chief Pit and Durette X-400. Underwear is not seven point restraint harness meeting the

Chief Grid required with three-layer suits or with following specifications. A seven-point

Chief Race Administration suits carrying FIA standards of 8856-1986 restraint harness is recommended. Arm

Chief Registrar or 8856-2000 or SFI 3-2A/5 or higher (e.g., restraints are required on all open cars

Judges /10, /15, /20) Certification Patch. FIA including open Targa tops, sunroofs and T-

Chief Sound Control homologated driving suits and underwear tops. The restraint system installation is

are recommended. subject to approval of the Chief Technical

6.2.2.A National Championship Events- Item 2. and Safety Inspector. (Note: SFI require-

National License minimum for Chief Effective 1/1/05, change GCR Section ments for Driver's Restraint System does

Starter, Chief Timer and Scorer, Chief of 17.3.2 to read as follows: not include arm restraints at this time.

Flagging and Communications, Chief 2. Only one Logbook shall be issued for Window nets need not be dated.)

each vehicle (other than as an extension 1. A five point system, for use in auto-

Scrutineer, Chief Registrar, Chief of Grid, mobiles where the driver is seated in an

Chief of Pit and Chief of Emergency continuation of the original or replacement). upright position, consists of a three (3)

Services. When a continuation logbook is issued the inch seat belt, an approximately three (3)

original issuance date of the logbook shall inch strap over the shoulder type of shoul-

6.12.1.K Arrange, in conjunction with the be written on the front page of the continua- der harness, and an approximately two (2)

Chief of Emergency Services, the tion logbook. (It is not necessary to present inch anti submarine strap. A Five-point

required equipment and facilities in accor- all old logbooks for issuance of an annual harness is considered a minimum restraint

dance with Section 3.16. inspection stamp or a the tech sticker) The system. Six or seven-point systems are

possession of two Logbooks for one vehicle highly recommended in all cars including

automobiles where the driver is seated in

6.14 COURSE CHIEF shall be deemed a breach of the rules an upright position.

The Course Chief shall be responsible for under 14.1.3., Breach of Rules (Fraud). 2. A six or seven point system, recom-

final preparation and maintenance of the Item 3. mended for use in all automobiles where

course and other related duties assigned to Effective 1/1/05, delete the last sentence the driver is seated in a semi-reclining

him or her by the Chief of Emergency of GCR Section 17.31 as follows: position, consists of a three (3) inch seat

Services in conjunction with the Chief 17.31. TOWING EYES

All cars without an exposed roll bar shall belt or an FIA approved two (2) inch seat

Steward. belt, approximately a three (3) inch strap

have a towing eye or strap, front and rear

that does not dangerously protrude from over the shoulder type of shoulder harness,

6.19 CHIEF OF EMERGENCY SERVICES and two approximately two (2) inch leg or

The Chief of Emergency Services shall the bodywork when the car is racing, to be

be responsible, in conjunction with the used for flat towing or hauling the vehicle. anti submarine straps. The seven-point

Race Chairman and Assistant Chief A removable towing eye carried inside the system also has an approximately two (2)

Steward-Safety or Chief Medical Official, car is not acceptable. These towing eyes or inch anti-submarine strap.

for staffing and equipping the medical straps shall be easily accessible without 3. The material of all straps shall be

organization in accordance with Section removal or manipulation of bodywork or Nylon or Dacron polyester and in new or

3.16., Emergency Services. other panels. Towing eye minimum ID two perfect condition. The buckles shall be of

Terry highlighted work being done to (2) inches. Showroom Stock, Touring and metal to metal quick release type except in

improve the National Convention and the Improved Touring cars are not required to the case of leg straps of the six point or





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seven-point systems where they attach to the last day of the year marked. All straps of our competitors, crew members, and

the seat belt or shoulder harness straps. in this FIA restraint system will have these workers the Club Racing Board is recom-

4. The shoulder harness shall be the labels. FIA restraint systems with the certi- mending that the fuel rules be modified

over the shoulder type. There shall be a fication 'D ####.T/98' are equal to FIA spec- from their current general fuel use

single release common to the seat belt and ifications 8853/98 and 8854/98, and are allowance based on dielectric readings to a

shoulder harness. When mounting belts therefore, acceptable restraint systems. FIA specific list of SCCA approved fuels similar

and harnesses it is recommended that they two-inch seat belts with the certification in concept to the approach used by the

be kept as short as reasonably possible to 8853/98 are acceptable restraint systems NHRA, effective 1/1/05. The list of

minimize stretch when loaded in an acci- when used in conjunction with their corre- approved fuels is still being finalized, but

dent. sponding FIA shoulder harness and anti- will include fuels from Citgo, ERC, Koch,

The shoulder harness shall be mounted submarine straps. Phillips 66, Rockett Brand, Sunoco, Torco,

behind the driver and supported above a D. If a restraint system has more than and VP Racing Fuels.

line drawn downward from the shoulder one type of certification label, the label with Effective 1/1/05, change GCR Sections

point at an angle of twenty (20) degrees the latest expiration may be used. 17.4 and 17.4.1 to read as follows:

with the horizontal. The seat itself, or any- 9. Harness Threading: Assemble in 17.4. FUEL

thing added only to the seat shall not be accordance with manufacturers instruc- All cars shall use fuel, as defined below,

considered a suitable guide. Guides must tions. unless a specific exemption is made in the

be a part of the roll cage or a part of the car 10. FIA certified 2-inch shoulder har- provisions for a specific category/class.

structure. nesses are allowed when the HANS® device 17.4.1.Permitted Fuel

Only separate shoulder straps are per- is used by the driver. Should the driver, at Permitted fuel is herein defined as gaso-

mitted. ("Y" type shoulder straps are not anytime not utilize the HANS® device, then line. Gasoline is a mixture of refined hydro-

allowed.) "H" type configuration is allowed. 3-inch shoulder harnesses are required. carbons. Gasoline is an electrical insulator

5. The single anti submarine strap of the The replacement cycle for the 2-inch har- and its relative effectiveness as an insula-

five point system shall be attached to the nesses shall be per GCR Section 20.8. tor is represented by its dielectric constant

floor structure and have a metal to metal Item 7. (D.C.). The average D.C. of gasoline, as

connection with the single release common Effective 1/1/05, change GCR sections measured by an SCCA Fuel Check Meter

to the seat belt and shoulder harness. 18.1.2 and 18.1.3 to read as follows: (High Desert Engineering HDE-1), is

6. The double leg straps of the six point 2. A system of head rest to prevent defined as "0.0". Gasoline may be tested

or seven-point system may be attached to whiplash and rebound, and also to prevent and certified at SCCA events by the deter-

the floor as above for the five point system the driver's head from striking the under- mination of the dielectric constant using

or be attached to the seat belt so that the side of the main hoop shall be installed on the SCCA Fuel Check meter and through

driver sits on them, passing them up all vehicles. Racing seats with integral the application of various chemical analy-

between his or her legs and attaching headrests shall also meet this requirement ses (e.g., Reagent "A" and Reagent "D"

either to the single release common to the and have a support to the main hoop. tests).

seat belt and shoulder harness or attach- Seats homologated to, and mounted in SCCA Approved Fuel Meter: High Desert

ing to the shoulder harness straps. It is accordance with FIA standard 8855-1999 Engineering Model G-01

also permissible for the leg straps to be or higher need not have the seat back SCCA Approved Reagent Test(s):

secured at a point common to the seat belt attached to the roll structure. The head Germane Engineering Reagent "A"

attachment to the structure, passing rest on non-integral seats shall have a Germane Engineering Reagent "D"

under the driver and up between his or her minimum area of thirty-six (36) square The SCCA will publish a list of leaded and

legs to the seat belt release or shoulder inches and be padded with a non-resilient unleaded fuels that are allowed for use in

harness straps. material such as Ethafoam® Ensolite®, or SCCA events. Each fuel will have a specif-

All straps shall be free to run through other similar material with a minimum ic D.C. for a given temperature range, and

intermediate loops or clamps/buckles. thickness of one (1) inch. Padding It is reagent results published by the SCCA. The

7. Each seat (lap) and shoulder belt of strongly recommended that padding meet maximum variation in D.C. allowed shall be

the harness (5, 6, or 7 points) shall have an SFI spec 45.12 or FIA Sports Car Head Rest 0.1 as indicated by the SCCA Fuel test

individual mounting point (i.e. 2 for seat Material. is recommended The head rest meter. Testing will be conducted in accor-

belt and 2 for shoulder belt minimum). Six shall be capable of withstanding a force of dance with the Official SCCA Fuel Testing

or seven point system anti-submarine two-hundred (200) lbs., in a rearward Procedure.

straps may share a mounting point with direction. The

one or both seat (lap) belt(s). The mini- head rest sup- Fuel Standards:

mum acceptable bolts used in the mount- port shall be

ing of all belts and harnesses is SAE Grade such that it con- Classes Type DC max Reagent A Reagent D

5. Where possible, seat belt, shoulder har- tinues rearward

ness, and anti submarine strap(s) should or upward from All SS, all T, all IT, Gasoline +15.0 No black pos. No pos.

be mounted to the roll structure or frame the top edge in a SRF, Olds SR running w/ no added oil as CSR (exc. rotary)

of the car. Where this is not possible, large way that the dri-

diameter mounting washers or equivalent ver's helmet All other classes Gasoline 0.0 No pos. No pos.

should be used to spread the load. Bolting cannot hook over (incl. 2-cycle w/ oil w/ no added oil injection)

through aluminum floor panels, etc., is not the pad. The

acceptable. padded surface All 2-cycle w/o Gasoline +2.0 No pos. No pos.

8. All driver restraint systems shall meet shall touch the oil injection w/ oil mixture

one of the following: SFI specification 16.1, helmet; it shall

FIA specification 8853/1985 including not be under All rotary engines Gasoline +15.0 No black pos. No pos.

amendment 1/92 or FIA specifications fiberglass or other w/ or w/o oil mixture

8853/98 and 8854/98. hard material.

A. Restraint systems meeting SFI 16.1 3. Forward Use of propylene oxide, ethylene oxide,

shall bear a dated 'SFI Spec 16.1' label. The braces and portions of the main hoop sub- paradioxane, and basic nitrogen or sulfur-

certification indicated by this label shall ject to contact by the driver's helmet (as bearing compounds whether in the fuel or

expire on December 31st of the 2nd year seated normally and restrained by seat- crankcase oil, (i.e. pyridine, aniline, pyr-

after the date of manufacture as indicated belt/shoulder harness) shall be padded role, dimethylsulfoxide, etc.) is prohibited.

by the label. with non resilient material such as Introduction of any such compound into the

B. Restraint systems complying with FIA Ethafoam® or Ensolite®, or other similar combustion chamber, by whatever means,

specification 8853/1985 including amend- material with a minimum thickness of one is prohibited.

ment 1/92 shall be no more than five (5) half (1/2) inch. Padding meeting SFI spec

years old. (Not all manufacturers are dating 45.1 or FIA 8857-2001 is strongly recom- Production

every belt in a set. They may be dating one mended. Item 1.

of a pair of shoulder or lap belts or may only Item 8. Effective 1/1/05, change the wording of

be dating one belt in an entire set. Effective 1/1/05, change GCR Section PCS Section 17.1.1.D.1.b.1.A. to read as

Scrutineers are reminded that restraint sys- 11.2.1.BB. to read as follows: follows:

tems need only one date label.) BB. Cool suits are allowed in all classes. A. Mounting of alternate carburetors:

C. Restraint systems homologated to FIA Water tank mounts shall be of a safe and Where an alternate carburetor is specified

specifications 8853/98 and 8854/98 will secure design. Showroom Stock and on a vehicle specification line or is other-

not have a date of manufacture label. Touring cars shall meet minimum weight wise allowed by the Production Category

Instead they will have a label containing the with the system totally removed. Specifications, an adapter plate may be fit-

Manufacturer's Name, Type of Harness Item 9. (REJECTED) ted in addition to a spacer. Material for the

Designation and Date of Expiration which is In order to continue to protect the safety adapter plate is unrestricted. No adapter





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plate may serve any purpose other than to ration may retain the original type rear in T1 the Advisory Committee and the Club

mate the approved alternate carburetor to suspension with no penalty or use a beam Racing Board are recommending that the

the approved intake manifold (no plenum, axle. 2001-03 BMW M3 be reclassified to T2

no change of orientation, etc.) No such Change the second paragraph to read as with all T1 noted allowances removed and

adaptor plate may be thicker than 1.25" or follows: at a weight of 3400lbs.

have a bore larger than the throttle bore of Cars classified in GT2-Lite running Front Item 4. Based on observed performance

the approved alternate carburetor The Engine, Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) may use in T1 the Advisory Committee and the Club

maximum thickness for the spacer, adapter Independent Rear Suspension (IRS), by Racing Board is recommending that the

(isolator) or combination of both for any choice at a weight increase of 100 lb equal 2004 Subaru WRX STi be reclassified to T2

approved alternate carburetor shall be 1.25" to 2.5% of the car's specified weight. at its current T1 weight with an inlet

unless specifically allowed on the vehicle Item 2. restrictor to be determined.

specification line. Downdraft approved Effective 1/1/05, change GTCS Section Item 5. Based on observed performance

alternate carburetor adapters may have a 17.1.2.D.7.a.3. to read as follows: in T2 the Advisory Committee and the Club

bore larger than the throttle bore of the 3. Wheels shall have a maximum width Racing Board is recommending that the

approved alternate carburetor. No modifi- of twelve (12) inches. (13) inch maximum 2004 Saturn Ion Redline be reclassified to

cations to the bodywork are allowed for the width rear wheels may also be used at a T3 at its current weight in T2.

fitment of an approved alternate carbure- 50lb weight penalty. Item 6. Based on observed performance

tor. Item 3. in T2 the Advisory Committee and the Club

Item 2. Effective 1/1/05, change the first para- Racing Board is recommending that the

The Club Racing Board is recommending graph of GTCS Section 17.1.2.D.8.a.9. to 2004 Mazda RX8 be reclassified to T3 with

that effective 1/1/05, the PCS Section read as follows: its current specifications in T2.

17.1.1.D.9.a.11 be amended to add the fol- 9. The rear quarter (side) and rear win- Item 7. Based on an analysis of per-

lowing language to it. dows may be made of clear, transparent, formance potential the Advisory

Openings may be cut in the front valance and uncolored polycarbonate material hav- Committee and the Club Racing Board is

to allow the passage of up to a three (3) inch ing a minimum thickness of 0.125" 3 mm. recommending that the 2003-04

diameter duct leading to each front brake. Effective 1/1/05, change GTCS Section Mitsubishi EVO be reclassified to T2 with

These openings shall serve no other pur- 17.1.2.F.4.b.8. to read as follows: its current specifications in T1.

pose. 8. All driver and front passenger door Item 8. Based on an analysis of per-

Item 3. Based on the performance window glass shall be removed. Window formance potential the Advisory

potential of the Volkswagen Scirocco cranks and mechanisms may be removed. Committee and the Club Racing Board is

(1715/1780cc), the Production Advisory Rear quarter, rear side, and rear windows recommending that the 2001-04 Ford

Committee and the Club Racing Board are may be of transparent (clear) polycarbon- Mustang GT be reclassified to T3 at a

recommending that the car be reclassified ate material, minimum thickness 1/8 inch weight of 3480lbs and with the SCCA

from EP to FP with its current specs, effec- 3 mm, but shall remain in the same posi- approved brake duct kit.

tive 1/1/05. tion in the frame or opening as the original

Item 4. Based on the performance glass it replaces; rubber molding optional. SHOWROOM STOCK

potential of the 1971-74 Toyota Corolla, Rear windows/hatchbacks and deck lids Item 1.

the Production Advisory Committee and shall be completely closed. No bumper Effective 1/1/05, change SSS Section

the Club Racing Board are recommending blocks or other means of poor alignment of 17.1.3.E.17. to read as follows:

that the car be reclassified from FP to GP bodywork will be permitted. Rear quarter 17. Weight: The minimum weight as list-

with its current specs, effective 1/1/05. (side) windows may be run in their original ed on the SSS line is with driver and

Item 5. open or closed position. required ballast. Ballast is not permitted

Effective 1/1/05, change PCS Section other than as required on the SSS line for

17.1.1.D.9.a.8 and 17.1.1.D.9.a.9. to read TOURING competition adjustment. If a cool suit sys-

as follows: Item 1. tem is utilized, the cool suit system shall

8. Windshield/Rear Windows Closed Effective 1/1/05, change TCS Section be weighed with the car as it came off the

Cars: Closed cars may retain their original 17.1.8.E.1.a. to read as follows: track.

windshields, and shall fit windshield reten- 1. Weight Item 2.

tion clips per GCR Section 17. Windshields a. The weight, as listed on an automo- Effective 1/1/05, adjust the language of

of alternate material (i.e. Lexan MR-5/MR- bile's Specification Line, shall be with driv- SSCS Section 17.1.3.E.10. to read as fol-

7/MR-10 or FMR102) are permitted. er and required ballast. Refer to GCR lows:

Alternate windshields must be of 6mm Section 17.9., "Weight." If a cool suit sys- 10. Fuel, coolant, oil fFluid hoses and

minimum thickness. Alternate material tem is utilized, it shall be weighted with the clamps, oil filters, fuel filters, and belts

windshields must be identical in size and car as it came off the track. (fan, alternator, etc.) may be substituted

curvature to the original glass component. Item 2. with others of equivalent OEM specifica-

Alternate material windshields must have Effective 1/1/05, add to the TCS specifi- tions.

in addition, three (3) inner supports to pre- cation section the following:

vent the windshield from collapsing IMPROVED TOURING

inward. These supports must be 0.75" by T3 (Regional only, cars also eligible as Item 1. Based on recommendations

.125" minimum straps of aluminum. specified in National T2 Class) from the IT Advisory Committee, the Club

Spacing between these inner supports Racing Board is recommending that the

must be eight (8) inches minimum. Closed Car Weight 1990-91 BMW 318i/is be reclassified from

cars may replace the rear window and side Mazda RX-8 2980 ITS to ITA.

windows with clear, untinted polycarbon- Saturn Ion Redline 2890 Item 2.

ate material having a minimum thickness Ford Mustang GT 01-04 3480 Effective 1/1/05, change ITCS 17.1.4.B

of 0.125" 3mm. The rear window shall be Subaru WRX 3085 as follows:

retained by means of straps per the GCR BMW Z4 2.5 3125 It is the intent of these rules to restrict

Section noted immediately above. Mazda6 s 3360 modifications to those useful and neces-

9. Door Glass (All Cars): All door win- Lexus IS300 3255 sary to construct a safe race car. This

dow glass, channels, vent windows, and Scion tC 2905 class is intended to allow a variety of pop-

window winding mechanisms shall be Chevrolet Cobalt SS 29 91 ular, inexpensive cars to be eligible; how-

removed. Resultant window slots may be Mazdaspeed Miata 2549 ever, those determined by the Club to be

covered. Four (4) door cars may install Audi TT coupe 3390 outside of these parameters will not be

untinted polycarbonate material having a Audi TT coupe Quatro 3390 classified. Entrants shall not be guaran-

minimum thickness of 0.125" 3mm in teed the competitiveness of any car, and

place of the removed glass in the rear Also amend GCR Section 17.1.8 to read competition adjustments, other than as

doors. Rear side windows and rear door as follows: outlined in section 17.1.4.C, reclassification,

windows may be run in their original open are not allowed. Other than those specifi-

or closed position. 17.1.8 Touring Category Class: cally allowed by these rules, no component

Touring 1 (T1) or part normally found on a stock example

GT Touring 2 (T2) of a given vehicle may be disabled, altered,

Item 1. Touring 3 (T3) Regional Only, Cars or removed for the purpose of obtaining

Effective 1/1/05, change the last sen- also eligible for T2 National races any competitive advantage.

tence in the first paragraph of GTCS NOTE: Section 17.1.8., continues in the Item 3. Based on recommendations

Section 17.1.2.F.2. to read as follows: Showroom Stock and Touring Category from the IT Advisory Committee the Club

Cars classified in GT2-Lite that retain the Specifications Book. Racing Board is recommending that the

original Front Wheel Drive (FWD) configu- Item 3. Based on observed performance 1986-88 Honda Accord LXi be reclassified





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from ITA to ITB at a weight of 2,550lbs, or bronze, all to standard dimensions. face of the piston crown which may have

effective 1/1/05. Repairs to the cam towers to facilitate simple machining to achieve balance, and

Item 4. Based on recommendations replacement of cam bearing and/or replace- as required in Section 17.1.5.B.5.d.3.

from the IT Advisory Committee the Club ments of broken or cracked towers is per- B.4.d.7. Valves may be of Ford manufac-

Racing Board is recommending that the missible as long as the cam bearing center ture or Ferrea part numbers VSOIN200

1984-87 Honda CRX Si and the 1986-87 line is not changed and that one original VSOEX2000. Valves shall remain stan-

Civic Si be reclassified from ITA to ITB at a cam tower is retained. Line boring of cam dard; no reprofiling or polishing is permit-

weight of 2,130lbs, effective 1/1/05. bearing caps is permitted. ted.

Effective 1/1/05, change selected por- The original forty-five (45) degree seat

FORMULA tions of FCS 17.1.6.B.4. to read as follows, angle shall be maintained.

Item 1. portions of the selected items not shown Maximum face diameter inlet 42.2mm.

Effective 1/1/05, change various sec- shall remain unchanged: Maximum face diameter exhaust

tions of the FCS section 17.1.6.F.1.e. to B.4.d.1. The camshaft and rockers shall 36.2mm.

read as follows: remain entirely unmodified; they shall be Maximum valve stem diameter 8.4mm.

3. Engine fully manufactured and ground by the B.4.d.8. Connecting rods shall be stan-

A. The spec engine shall be the six (6) Ford Motor Company. Alternate manufac- dard Ford parts. Full Connecting rods may

port Mazda 13B Rotary (eligible for turers may be used as long as the original be standard Ford, Cosworth, Oliver, or

Regional and National competition) or four materials and dimensions are the same. Crower. The approved Crower part num-

(4) port Mazda Renesis Rotary in regional Camshafts must be from Ford Motor bers are SP93230B-4 or SP93230PF-4. Any

competition only, as approved by SCCA Inc. Company or from the approved supplier. rod bolts may be used. Floating piston pins

Said engine is to be sealed by an approved Camshaft geometry shall be the stock. may be used. Standard rod length must be

engine builder and shall remain so with no Offset keys are permitted. It is prohibited 5.00 inches (+.005" minus .010").

modifications to the engine or any of its to grind from blanks, regrind, or reprofile. Machining is permitted to remove metal

accessories or components. Tuftriding or Parkerizing is permitted. from the balancing bosses to achieve bal-

All engines shall be returned to an SCCA Maximum valve lift at determined points ance only. Tuftriding, Parkerizing, shot

approved engine builder to be dynoed and by camshaft rotation will be established. peening, shot blasting, polishing, etc., are

resealed with the new generation engine The use of a low rate substitute valve permitted. It is permitted to radius the area

seals by the following dates: spring is permitted. Load characteristics of around the big-end cap retaining bolts.

National Competitors: September 1, 2003 special checking spring: twelve (12) lbs., at Big-end bolts, P/N 905500, are permitted.

Regional Competitors: January 1, 2005 1.417 inches, thirty (30) lbs. at 1.000 inch- B.4.d.24. Gaskets and seals are unre-

B. No engine may be rebuilt except by a es. Maximum valve lift against cam angle stricted except for the head gasket, carbu-

rebuilder approved by SCCA Club Racing. with zero tappet clearance: 0.400 +/- retor-to-inlet manifold gasket, and inlet

Approved Engine Builders: 0.005. manifold-to-head gasket which shall be

1. Daryl Drummond Enterprises, Inc. B.4.d.4.B. Standard Ford gasket or standard Ford manufacture for the engine.

2333 2nd St., Unit A, Eureka, CA 95501 Ferrea part number GAS G50100 may be Carburetor to inlet manifold gasket as

(707) 445-3786 used. Gaskets will have a minimum thick- used with Holly 5200 is allowed. that has

C. The use of any impregnating material ness of 0.9mm, and a cylinder aperture the requirements listed in B.4.d.4.B. and the

in the engine is expressly prohibited. minimum diameter of 92mm. intake gasket. The intake gasket thickness

D. Engine drain plugs shall be safety B.4.d.6. Pistons shall be stock Ford pro- must not exceed 1.1mm. Intake gasket is

wired. duction pistons, Mahle, AE Hepolite, or not to be construed as a spacer.

E. Alternate Headers STAR RACE CARS J&E. Pistons must be unmodified in any Item 3.

P/N 050-133 or Star Race Car system pro- way except for balancing and modifications Effective 1/1/05, change paragraph 3 of

vided with Renesis conversion kit is permit- detailed herein. FCS Section 17.1.6.C.1. to read as follows:

ted. No component of the engine, power train,

F. Minimum flywheel weight - 8.5 lbs. The following combinations are permit- front suspension or brakes shall be

G. Alternate one-piece intake manifold ted: altered, modified or changed, nor be of

(part # 050-142) is permitted. If the Renesis A. Mahle Piston P/N 80HM6102LA with other than VW manufacturer, unless

motor is used, the standard, unmodified rings, pin, connecting rod (with bolts), but specifically authorized. substituted unless

factory fuel injection must be used. without bearings: Minimum permitted specifically authorized. Mass-produced,

H. Spark plugs are unrestricted weight = 1332.5 grams direct replacement components may be sub-

4. Fuel System B. Mahle Piston P/N 85HM6102DA with stituted for VW transmission components,

A. All carburetor jets are unrestricted, rings, pin, connecting rod (with bolts), but rear axle components, front suspension and

but no other modifications shall be made without bearings: Minimum permitted brake components so long as they are of the

to the carburetor (50mm DCO/sp or weight = 1255 grams. same material and dimensionally identical

48mm DCO modified to 50mm, as sup- NOTE: This piston may have either cast- to the original VW components they replace.

plied). Chokes 44mm. F.15 emulsion tubes ing #90V108 or #90V118. These replacement parts must be generally

are required. C. AE Hepolite P/N 21426, casting P/N available to all competitors and must offer

B. Only the standard Weber 48 DCOE 21426 with rings, pin, connecting rod with no competitive advantage over the original

intake horns are permitted. bolts but without bearings: Minimum per- VW parts. Replacement engine components

C. Fuel pump, fuel filter(s), fuel pressure mitted weight = 1255 grams. are allowed as described in section C.5. of

regulator are unrestricted. Fuel lines shall D. J&E Piston P/N M-6102-B200 with the FV FCS.

be -6 metal braided hose, otherwise unre- rings, pin, connecting rod with bolts but Effective 1/1/05, change paragraph 5 of

stricted. without bearings: Minimum permitted FCS Section 17.1.6.C.5. to read as follows:

D. Only the factory fuel injection can be weight = 1255 grams. Replacement of intake and exhaust valve

used with the Renesis motor. (no carbure- NOTE: M-6102-B200 piston assembly is seats is allowed for the purpose of repair

tor.) now made by JE and is visually different. only. Valve seats may not be moved from

6. Weight and Dimensions I.D. Marks: M-6102-B200, Ford racing their original position. Welding is not

A. Maximum wheelbase - 94-5/8" logo. All marks pin stamped on wrist pin allowed. Welding is allowed to facilitate

B. Maximum track front - 59-1/4" bosses. repair and installation of the replacement

C. Maximum track rear - 57-3/4" All three (3) piston rings shall be fitted, seat. The original shape and size of the

D. Minimum weight with driver = 1350 compression rings and scraper (second) compression chamber must be maintained.

lbs w/6 port 13B, 1400lbs w/ 4 port shall be one piece, single homogeneous Installed seats may neither be proud or

Renesis. material-type with conventional plain gaps. recessed of the combustion chamber sur-

E. Ballasting is permitted. Ballast shall Chromium plating of the top ring is option- face.

be mounted forward of the fuel cell but aft al; oil control rings shall be either single Effective 1/1/05, change FCS Section

of the instrument panel bulkhead and/or piece twin-land type or apex three piece 17.1.6.C.5.22. to read as follows:

aft of the nose pole but ahead of the mas- (two rails and an expander). Installation of a spark plug hole repair

ter cylinder bulkhead. Ballast shall be Standard Ford connecting rod without utilizing standard thread repair methods

mounted securely. bearing; any rod bolt and nut may be used such as Helicoil, or welding and rethread-

Item 2. provided no modification is made to the ing is permitted providing that the spark

Effective 1/1/05, add the following lan- connecting rod. Alternate connecting rods plug centerline is not changed.

guage to FCS Section 17.1.6.B.4.d.13. as and big end bolt assembly (P/N M-6200- Effective 1/1/05, add to FCS Section

follows: C200) is permitted. 17.1.6.C.5. as follows

13. It is permitted, as a means of repair, Localized machining of the gudgeon pin new section #34

to replace damaged valve seats and cylin- bosses to achieve balance and weight by 34. In addition to the original VW manu-

der bores by replacement cast iron valve simple machining; all external surfaces, factured valve, an alternative intake valve,

seat inserts and cast iron cylinder liners; dimensions, and profiles shall remain Ozvat part number 113-109-601B, is

valve guides may be replaced with cast iron standard with the exception of the top sur- allowed.





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SPORTS RACER bosses to achieve balance and weight by ITEM 3: Remove the Porsche GT3 from

Item 1. simple machining; all external surfaces, the Stock Category exclusion list and class

Effective 1/1/05, add the following lan- dimensions, and profiles shall remain it in Super Stock.

guage to SRCS Section 17.1.5.B.5.m. as standard with the exception of the top sur- Motion to approve, (Introne / Sauce)

follows: face of the piston crown which may have PASSED

m. It is permitted, as a means of repair, simple machining to achieve balance, and He also discussed plans for Prepared

to replace damaged valve seats and cylin- as required in Section 17.1.5.B.5.d.3. classes, and recommendations for Solo

der bores by replacement cast iron valve B.5.g. Valves may be of Ford manufacture Events Board Chairman.

seat inserts and cast iron cylinder liners; or Ferrea part numbers VSOIN200 MOTION: To approve SEB, Solo Safety

valve guides may be replaced with cast iron VSOEX2000. Valves shall remain stan- Committee, Divisional Safety Stewards and

or bronze, all to standard dimensions. dard; no reprofiling or polishing is permit- Solo II Stewards as recommended by

Repairs to the cam towers to facilitate ted. Colan. (Engelke / Sauce) PASSED

replacement of cam bearing and/or replace- The original forty-five (45) degree seat MOTION: That a list of approved fuels for

ments of broken or cracked towers is per- angle shall be maintained. all classes competing at the 2005 Runoffs

missible as long as the cam bearing center Maximum face diameter inlet 42.2mm. be published. ( Engelke / Porterfield )

line is not changed and that one original Maximum face diameter exhaust 36.2mm. MOTION: To table the Engelke /

cam tower is retained. Line boring of cam Maximum valve stem diameter 8.4mm. Porterfield motion. (Engelke / Sauce)

bearing caps is permitted. B.5.h. Connecting rods shall be stan- PASSED

Effective 1/1/05, change selected por- dard Ford parts. Full Connecting rods may Jeremy covered Formula Ford piston

tions of SRCS 17.1.5.B.5. to read as fol- be standard Ford, Cosworth, Oliver, or availability issues and Trans Am rules ver-

lows, portions of the selected items not Crower. The approved Crower part num- sus GT1. The Club Racing Board asks for

shown shall remain unchanged: bers are SP93230B-4 or SP93230PF-4. Any permission to keep the GT1 rules in line

B.5.a. The camshaft and rockers shall rod bolts may be used. Floating piston pins with Trans Am.

remain entirely unmodified; they shall be may be used. Standard rod length must be MOTION: The Board of Directors author-

fully manufactured and ground by the 5.00 inches (+.005" minus .010"). izes the Club Racing Board to make

Ford Motor Company. Alternate manufac- Machining is permitted to remove metal changes in the GT1 rules when necessary

turers may be used as long as the original from the balancing bosses to achieve bal- to keep current with rules in the Trans-Am

materials and dimensions are the same. ance only. Tuftriding, Parkerizing, shot series. (Campbell / Engelke) PASSED

Camshafts must be from Ford Motor peening, shot blasting, polishing, etc., are

Company or from the approved supplier. permitted. It is permitted to radius the area LIASON REPORTS

Camshaft geometry shall be the stock. around the big-end cap retaining bolts. Liason reports were presented by

Offset keys are permitted. It is prohibited Big-end bolts, P/N 905500, are permitted. Howard Allen for the Court of Appeals, and

to grind from blanks, regrind, or reprofile. B.5.x. Gaskets and seals are unrestrict- Road Rally Board, Bob Introne for the

Tuftriding or Parkerizing is permitted. ed except for the head gasket, carburetor- SCCA Foundation, and Mike Sauce, for the

Maximum valve lift at determined points to-inlet manifold gasket, and inlet mani- Solo Events Board.

by camshaft rotation will be established. fold-to-head gasket which shall be stan-

The use of a low rate substitute valve dard Ford manufacture for the engine. PERFORMANCE RALLY BOARD - Phil

spring is permitted. Load characteristics of Carburetor to inlet manifold gasket as Mellor

special checking spring: twelve (12) lbs., at used with Holly 5200 is allowed. that has In September 2004 we removed the

1.417 inches, thirty (30) lbs. at 1.000 inch- the requirements listed in B.4.d.4.B. and the SCCA from the Stage Rally Venues, known

es. Maximum valve lift against cam angle intake gasket. The intake gasket thickness to us as the Performance Rally Program.

with zero tappet clearance: 0.400 +/- must not exceed 1.1mm. Intake gasket is During the past six years I have had the

0.005. not to be construed as a spacer. pleasure of serving as liaison to the most

B.5.d.2. Standard Ford gasket or Ferrea Item 2. Effective 1/1/05, add the follow- dedicated group of organizers, volunteers,

part number GAS G50100 may be used. ing language to SRCS Section 17.1.5.D. drivers and co-drivers in our Club. The

Gaskets will have a minimum thickness of SPEC RACER FORD SPECIFICATIONS as supporting events could/would not have

0.9mm, and a cylinder aperture minimum follows: occurred were it not for some very special

diameter of 92mm. Regions. These Regions were as passionate

B.5.f. Pistons shall be stock Ford pro- TRANSMISSION about conducting Performance Rally

duction pistons, Mahle, AE Hepolite, or A. Seals: Seals intact, SCCA Enterprises events as any Road Racing Region in the

J&E. Pistons must be unmodified in any and Roush. country.

way except for balancing and modifications B. Gear Ratios: STD The SCCA received major marketing

detailed herein. 1st 3.42 : 1 identity and international recognition for

The following combinations are permit- 2nd 1.84 : 1 conducting one of the finest National

ted: 3rd 1.29 : 1 Performance Rally Programs in the world.

1. Mahle Piston P/N 80HM6102LA with 4th .97 : 1 Subaru, Hyundai, Chrysler, Ford and

rings, pin, connecting rod (with bolts), but 5th .73 : 1 or .77:1 Mitsubishi gained significant market pres-

without bearings: Minimum permitted Final Drive Ratio: 3.62 : 1 No ence when they sponsored and supported

weight = 1332.5 grams limited Slip teams that competed in our program.

2. Mahle Piston P/N 85HM6102DA with MOTION: To implement section 1.2.2.c, The Performance Rally Board was

rings, pin, connecting rod (with bolts), but Revision of the GCR for all GCR changes exceedingly well staffed and committed to

without bearings: Minimum permitted made at this meeting. Engelke / Weston) the future of the program as any in SCCA.

weight = 1255 grams. PASSED They were constantly improving the safety

NOTE: This piston may have either cast- of our events, both Club and Pro, as well

ing #90V108 or #90V118. STEWARDS PROGRAM having a rules package that will be used by

3. AE Hepolite P/N 21426, casting P/N Costa Dunias reviewed the status of the many in the future. We appreciate the

21426 with rings, pin, connecting rod with Stewards Manual, training initiatives, SCCA BoD action to reward the PRB mem-

bolts but without bearings: Minimum per- potential change in the makeup of the bers with a Life Membership for their serv-

mitted weight = 1255 grams. Advisory Committee and the Stewards ice to the Club.

4. J&E Piston P/N M-6102-B200 with evaluation program. I cannot say enough about Sue and

rings, pin, connecting rod with bolts but The Board discussed a proposal concern- Doug Robinson as well as Kurt Spitzner for

without bearings: Minimum permitted ing the adoption of a Code of Conduct for their dedication and commitment to the

weight = 1255 grams. the membership similar to those used by success of our program. In 1999 when I

NOTE: M-6102-B200 piston assembly is other organizations. was first assigned as the PRB liaison the

now made by JE and is visually different. Performance Rally Program was under

I.D. Marks: M-6102-B200, Ford racing SOLO EVENTS BOARD Tasha and Howard. The building of the

logo. All marks pin stamped on wrist pin Colan presented the following proposed program to its current status was nothing

bosses. rule changes in the Stock Category. short of a miracle when you realize that it

All three (3) piston rings shall be fitted, was done essentially by the Rally

compression rings and scraper (second) SOLO II Stock Category Community and dedicated SCCA mem-

shall be one piece, single homogeneous The Solo Events Board is recommending bers.

material-type with conventional plain gaps. the following class change proposals (effec- The Performance Rally Program is SCCA

Chromium plating of the top ring is option- tive 1/1/2005): history now. We have agreed to and

al; oil control rings shall be either single ITEM 1: Move from BS to AS: Porsche assigned the essentials of the program to

piece twin-land type or apex three piece Boxster non-S, Honda S2000 ('00-'03) "Rally America", a private venture made up

(two rails and an expander). ITEM 2: Move from CS to ES: Mazda of many of the key players from the SCCA

Localized machining of the gudgeon pin Miata 1.8 ('94-'97), BMW Z3 4-cyl program. We wish them all the luck in the





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world and have pledged our support to MOTION: To accept CRB recommenda- MOTION: To waive the provisions of GCR

their program. As of this writing they will tions for National Administrators as fol- 3.17.2.c to allow Colorado and Continental

sanction all most all of the events in 2005 lows: (Holtz/ Introne) PASSED Divide Regions obtain SCCA sanctions to

that SCCA did in 2004. schedule three National Championship

Driver Licensing Lisa Noble Races each. (Christian / Engelke) PASSED

BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTIONS Emergency Services Stephen Hyatt MOTION: To waive the provisions of the

F&C Mark Smith Operations Manual section 5.10.8 and

Chairman, Gary Pitts Race Control Gayle Lorenz GCR section 3.4.3.I.1 to allow Rocky

Vice Chairman, Bill Weston Race Administration Marina Kraft Mountain Division to obtain SCCA sanc-

Treasurer, Mike Engelke Registration Rusty Clayton tions for two Double National Races.

Assistant Treasurer, Bob Introne Scrutineering Bill Pichardo (Christian / Pitts) PASSED

Secretary, Jim Christian Sound Control Neal Swanson

Assistant Secretary, Kaye Fairer Starters Dee Greaves PLANNING COMMITTEE

Fifth Member of the Executive Committee, Timing and Scoring Connie Peplowski Charlie Clark reported on plans for a

Andy Porterfield review of the Program Board Strategic

First Alternate, Brian Holtz Court of Appeals plans, and the need for the planning com-

Second Alternate, Bob Introne mittee to be involved very early in the

Roger Eandi, Chairman development of new initiatives.

APPOINTMENTS Clyde Kiser MOTION: To adjourn. (Engelke /Skirmants)

Steve Limbert PASSED

Liaisons 1st Alternate, Mike West

2nd Alternate, Angelo Gazzola Respectfully submitted,

Solo Events Board -Charlie Clark, Bob Sue Roethel Secretary

Introne Jim Christian, Secretary

Club Racing Board - Bill Weston, Mike Solo Events Board

Sauce Marcus Merideth-Chairman-CENDIV BOARD OF DIRECTORS MINUTES

Road Rally Board - Howard Allen Colan Arnold-MIDIV SPORTS CAR CLUB OF AMERICA, INC.

Enterprises - Andy Porterfield Ron Bauer-NORPAC January 3, 2005

Insurance - Kaye Fairer Mari Clements-SOPAC The Board of Directors, Sports Car Club

Stewards - Brian Holtz Chris Dorsey-RMDIV of America, Inc. met via teleconference on

COA - Howard Allen Andy Hollis-SOWDIV January 3rd, 2005. The following members

SCCA Foundation - Bob Introne Tina Reeves-NEDIV participated: Gary Pitts, Chairman,

Steve Hoelscher-SEDIV Howard Allen, Tom Campbell, Jim

Committees Christian, Charlie Clark, Mike Engelke,

Solo Safety Committee (SSC) Kaye Fairer, Brian Holtz, Bob Introne, Phil

B&F Committee - Engelke (Chair), Introne, o Al Mitchell, Chair Mellor, Andy Porterfield, John Sheridan,

Sheridan, Allen, Porterfield, Holtz o Kathy Barnes Michael Sauce, Erik Skirmants, and Bill

Compensation Committee - Weston o Glenn Duensing Weston.

(Chair), Engelke Sheridan, Sauce o John Lieberman Steve Johnson, President and CEO, also

Insurance Committee - Sherrod, Case, Hill o Bruce Bellum participated.

Planning Committee - Skirmants (Chair), o Rick Swartz The Secretary acknowledges that these

Clark, Christian, Sauce, Sheridan o Dee Dee Padburg Minutes are not in chronological order.

Race Track Committee - Holtz, Christian, o Josh Hadler MOTION: To approve the Minutes of the

Allen, Fairer December 17, 2004 meeting.

Divisional Solo II Safety Stewards (DSSS) (Engelke/Sauce) PASSED

MOTION; That the following members be o Charles Jarvie - NORPAC

appointed to the Club Racing Board for a o Bruce Bellom - NEDIV PRESIDENT'S REPORT

period of one year.(Sheridan /Holtz) o John Lieberman - SWDIV An announcement of the site for the

PASSED o Al Mitchell - SEDIV 2006 - 2008 Runoffs will be made on

Kurt Weiss Chairman o Rick Swarts - CENDIV January 6th.

Joe Aquilante o Rob Pickrell - MIDIV

John Martinsen o Barbara LeRoy-Boehme SOPAC OLD BUSINESS

Kevin Kloepfer o Josh Hadler - RMDIV East The Board of Directors recognizes that C

Bob Dowie o CalCraner-RMDIV West Sports Racing has not met the participa-

Brian Culbertson tion requirements of GCR section 17.1.11

Craig Taylor Divisional Solo II Stewards and, that the 2005 competition year will be

o Wally Strzelec - SWDIV the "grace year" for the class.`

SCCA Foundation Board o Karl Rickart - SEDIV

Bert Biles o Kent Weaver-CENDIV LIASON REPORTS

Bill Weston o Dave Whitworth - MIDIV (replacing Club Racing Board - Mike Sauce

Bob Introne Dick Berger) The CRB met by teleconference January

Kaye Fairer o Robbie Robinson - SOPAC 4. Three new members, Joe Aquilante,

o Katie Elder - NORPAC Brian Culbertson and Craig Taylor were

Pro Racing Board o TBD - NEDIV (Tina Reeves to SEB) introduced. Kurt discussed the per-diem

Steve Johnson o Mark Dempsey - RMDIV and expense procedures and the schedule,

Howard Allen especially as it relates to the Convention

Mike Engelke Road Rally Board and the Runoffs. He also explained liaison

Brian Holtz Tim Craft responsibilities and assignments. He dis-

Rus Dean Ron Ferris cussed forums, email and confidentiality.

Cary Agajainian Mike Thompson Finally, he also discussed the need to

Roger Warner Steve Gaddy excuse oneself from any discussions where

Alan Wilson Pego Mack there is a perceived or real conflict of inter-

Kevin Poirier est.

MOTION: To approve the following Jessica Toney They discussed the joint project, with the

Executive Stewards as recommended by Club Racing Department, of the Runoffs

the Chairman of the SCCA Stewards pro- Divisional Road Rally Stewards schedule. It was agreed that 15 minute

gram. (Christian / Mellor) PASSED Southeast - Bob Ricker sessions will not work. Various proposals

Southern Pacific - Jeanne English were discussed and Bryan Cohn will e-mail

Gary Meeker - NP Central - Greg Lester additional proposed schedules to the CRB

Marge Binks - SP Northeast - Fred Mapplebeck for discussion. The subject of a possible

Joseph Hobbs - RM Midwest - Bruce Bettinger exhibition race continues but no final rec-

Jim Averett - SW Rocky Mountain - Karl Broberg ommendation has been made.

Jack Kish - MW Northern Pacific - There was a lengthy discussion of EP

Steve Harris - CEN Southwest - Sash Lanz RX7 choke and weight adjustments. No

Fred Schmucker - SE In the future the Planning Committee final conclusion has been reached. There

Jack Hanifan - NE will meet from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM and, were also discussions of Spec Miata bulk-

B&F Committee 2:00 PM until finished. heads and hoses, the Star Mazda/Renesis





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motor and SS and Touring adjustments. Section 21.5.4.D. should also be amended and equipping the medical organization in

All these matters continue to be addressed. to read as follows: accordance with Section 3.16., Emergency

There was a lengthy discussion of SFI A qualifying attempt shall be considered Services

and FIA approvals related to head started when the front wheels tires of the

restraints. They will continue to monitor car cross the starting line after the qualify- Item 3. In order to clarify the various

developments, but no particular action is ing start signal is given by the Starter. Steward license levels and bring the listing

planned at this time. Item 2. Based on member input, the of Steward licenses in line with the

A proposal was received to amend yellow Club Racing Board is recommending sev- Stewards Manual, the Club Racing Board

flag rules but the CRB feels the current eral changes in the SCCA Worker is recommending effective 1/1/06 that

rules are appropriate and do not recom- Licensing Program. In order to update our GCR section 5.1. have the following word-

mend any change. license types to more accurately reflect ing added to it:

A large number of IT letters were dis- event functional needs, while providing 3. Steward, A. Steward-in-training, B.

cussed and processed. There was a discus- manageable groups sizes for the National Divisional, C. Divisional Chief, D. National,

sion of competition adjustments and their Administrators to work with, the CRB is E. National Chief, F. National Series Chief,

philosophy. recommending the following: G. Senior.

A large number of GT letters were dis- Item 4. Due to the size of some of the

cussed and processed. GCR Sections: larger grids and track configuration it is

We are excited by the quality of the 2005 5.16OFFICIAL'S LICENSING SPECIALTIES not possible for the starter to see all cars

team and expect excellent work from them. 1. Emergency Services on a start prior to displaying a green for a

SCCA Enterprises - Andy Porterfield 2. Flagging and Communications start. Effective 1/1/06, based on recom-

Deliveries of the Formula SCCA car have 3. Grid/Pit mendations from the National Staff, the

resumed. 4. Race Administration Club Racing Board is recommending that

5. Registration GCR Section 7.5.7 be amended to read as

NEW BUSINESS 6. Scrutineering follows:

MOTION: To waive the provisions of GCR 7. Sound Control 7. During the pace lap, the Starter shall

3.17.2.e to allow Southwest Division to 8. Starters be positioned at a safe location where the

obtain SCCA sanctions to schedule three 9. Stewards approaching field can be clearly viewed,

National Championship Races on the 2.9 10. Timing and Scoring and where he or she can be seen by all the

mile track at Texas World Speedway. Note: Emergency Services to include three drivers in the grid. The Starter shall

(Sauce / Holtz) PASSED sub-areas of Medical, Fire Rescue, Course remain motionless, with the green flag hid-

MOTION: To waive the provisions of the Marshal den, and no other flags visible.

Operations Manual section 5.10.8 and Note: Race Administration to include Race Item 5. In order to clarify the intent of

GCR section 3.4.3.I.1 to allow Northern Chairman, Radio Tech, Paddock, how probation periods may be formatted,

Pacific Division to obtain SCCA sanctions Hospitality, Data Coordinator, Press, the Club Racing Board at the recommen-

for two Double National Races. (Allen / Announcer, etc. (functions that are not hot- dation of the Executive Stewards, is rec-

Pitts) PASSED track related and may not be included in ommending effective 1/1/06 that GCR

MOTION: To adjourn. (Allen/Porterfield) every event) Section 14.9.1 be amended to read as fol-

PASSED. lows:

Respectfully submitted, 5.16 OFFICIALS Probation may be for up to six (6)

The staff of principal officials, whose duty months, except that up to ten (10) months

Jim Christian, Secretary it shall be to direct the control of the event may be imposed between September 1st

may include: and September 30th, and nine (9) months

CLUB RACING Stewards of the Meeting (SOM)

Chief Steward/Series Chief Steward

may be imposed on or after October 1st, or

a specified number of SCCA event days.

CLUB RACING BOARD MINUTES Assistant Chief Steward-Safety Item 6. In order to ensure that proba-

SPORTS CAR CLUB OF AMERICA, INC. Race Chairman tion notices are accurately and effectively

December 7, 2004 Chief Starter communicated to the Club Racing Board,

The Club Racing Board met via a confer- Chief Flag the Club Racing Board is recommending

ence call on December 7, 2004. Chief of Communications effective 1/1/06 that the following lan-

Participating were: Kurt Weiss, Chairman; Chief Timer and Scorer guage be added to GCR Section 14.9.2 as

Bob Dowie, Kevin Kloepfer, John Chief/Series Chief Technical and Safety follows:

Martinsen, Brian McCarthy, Jim Inspector (Scrutineer) Verbal notice shall be given by calling the

Leithauser, Jim Rogaski, Secretary. Also Chief Emergency Services Club Racing Department on Monday fol-

participating were: Bill Weston, BoD Chief Observer lowing the event to notify them of any driv-

Liaison; Charlie Clark, Area 6 Director; Chief Pit ers who have been placed on probation at

Terry Ozment, Director of Club Racing; Chief Grid that event. Written notice shall first be

Jeremy Thoennes, Technical Manager Chief Race Administration given by faxing or emailing the Club Racing

Club Racing; John Bauer, Technical Chief Registrar Department on Monday following the event

Assistant Club Racing. Judges with notification of any drivers who have

In addition to those items covered in Chief Sound Control been placed on probation at the event.

Technical Bulletin 05-02, 05-02a, and 05- Written notice shall also be provided by

03, the following decisions were made: 6.2.2.A National Championship Events- including the confiscated license and tear-

National License minimum for Chief off coupon from the probation letter with

PROPOSED RULE CHANGES or CAR Starter, Chief Timer and Scorer, Chief of the Observer's Report from the event which

RECLASSIFICATIONS. The following Flagging and Communications, will be mailed to the SCCA within ten (10)

subjects will be referred to the Board of Chief Scrutineer, Chief Registrar, Chief of days of the event. (6.10.1)

Directors for approval. Comments, both Grid, Chief of Pit and Chief of Emergency RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BoD.

for and against, should be addressed to Services. The Club Racing Board provides its

the Club Racing Board. input to the Board of Directors on the

6.12.1.K Arrange, in conjunction with the following items.

GCR Chief of Emergency Services, the required None

Item. 1. It has come to the Club Racing equipment and facilities in accordance MEMBER ADVISORIES. The Club

Board's attention that the term "wheel" with Section 3.16. Racing Board has become aware of the

appears on several occasions throughout following issues and publishes these

the GCR and has been left open for inter- 6.14 COURSE CHIEF advisories to alert the membership to

pretation due to two separate definitions in The Course Chief shall be responsible for the Club Racing Board's plans regarding

the glossary. To reinforce the intention of final preparation and maintenance of the these issues.

the rules/definitions, the Club Racing course and other related duties assigned to

Board is recommending that GCR Section him or her by the Chief of Emergency FORMULA

22.1 be changed to reflect a more clear def- Services in conjunction with the Chief

inition. Steward. FV

Effective 1/1/06, change the Glossary The concept of allowing an alternate

Section 22.1 pertaining to wheels to read 6.19 CHIEF OF EMERGENCY SERVICE steering box was put before the member-

as follows: The Chief of Emergency Services shall be ship a while back and was not supported

Wheel (road) - flange and rim. responsible, in conjunction with the Race by the FV community. The Club Racing

Wheel (complete) -flange, rim, and tire Chairman and Assistant Chief Steward- Board has received some input from com-

Additionally, effective 1/1/06, GCR Safety or Chief Medical Official, for staffing petitors that there may be some supply





F-40 SPORTSCAR MARCH 2005

and cost issues regarding the availability of 2. Allow the use of the Porsche fuel tank and allow reproduction wings on Porsche

the current steering box. The Club Racing and alternate material hoods in Porsche cars in GT2. (Barnes) The current specifi-

Board is seeking input on whether the FV Cups cars in GT2. (Sanda) Tabled to the cations and rear wing rules are adequate

community feels it is necessary at this time GT Advisory Committee for further com- for the class.

to identify an alternate steering box as an ment. 5. Allow alternate rear wings on GT2

option for the FV class. 3. Reduce weight on 3.6L Porsche engine cars. (Erion) This would not be consistent

cars and classify the 3.8L engine in GT2. with the class philosophy for rear spoilers

SPORTS RACER (Barnes) Tabled to the GT Advisory and wings, however we are currently look-

Based on concerns over the difficulty of Committee for further comment. ing at changes to the aero rules for the GT

safely working with titanium as a suspen- 4. Allow the use of 18-inch rims in GT2. classes.

sion component material due its fabrica- (Erion) Tabled to the GT Advisory

tion and welding characteristics, the Club Committee for further comment. GT3

Racing is considering outlawing the use of 1. Assist the Ford, Nissan and

titanium in suspension components. The GT3 Volkswagen powered car to be more com-

Club Racing Board is seeking both positive 1. Reduce weight on Volkswagen engine petitive in GT3. (Jackson) The CRB will

and negative comments relating to this cars in GT3. (Rugh) Tabled to the GT continue to monitor the performance levels

issue prior to making a decision. Advisory Committee for further comment. of all cars in the class.

2. Allow the use of the Porsche Getty

NEW CAR CLASSIFICATIONS SPORTS RACER Design wing on Porsche 911 cars.

In order to inform the membership as 1. Clarify the SR cockpit dimension rule (Eastman) This would not be consistent

quickly as possible of our intent to add new for SR cars. (Staff) Tabled to the SR with the class philosophy for rear spoilers

cars we will also be listing the cars being Advisory Committee for further comment. and wings.

added in this section of our minutes under 3. Increase the weight on the Toyotas

the heading of New Car Classifications. The CSR and restrict the intake on the Mazda pow-

details of the specifications will be found in 1. Oldsmobile engines are out of produc- ered cars in GT3. (Rugh) The performance

the Technical Bulletins as the specifica- tion and will need alternate parts also level of the cars mentioned fit within the

tions are researched and confirmed. allow same aero rules for Olds engine CSR performance parameters of the GT3 class.

cars. (Richter) Tabled to the SR Advisory 4. Add an alternate cylinder head to the

New Car Classifications Committee for further comment. Toyota Tercel spec line that was only avail-

2. Change weight of 1300cc engine CSR able in Japan. (Martin) This would not be

TOURING cars to 1100lbs. (Grafton) Tabled to the SR consistent with class philosophy.

Advisory Committee for further comment.

T1-T2 3. Change the motorcycle engine CSR TOURING

1. Add model years 2004-05 to the BMW weight formula. (Schader) Tabled to the SR

M3 classified in T1 but recommended for Advisory Committee for further comment. T1

reclassification to T2. DSR 1. Classify the new 2005 Porsche 997

2. Add model years 2005 to the Subaru 1. Set minimum weight for DSR at Carrera and late model Porsche 996s in

WRX STi classified in T1 but recommend- 1,000lbs. (Hoover, Reupert) Tabled to the T1. (Aquilante) Due to the time constraints

ed for reclassification to T2. SR Advisory Committee for further com- of classifying cars by December 31 and the

3. Add model years 2005 to the ment. fact no specifications, manuals or VTS

Mitsubishi Evolution classified in T1 but sheets were submitted with the request,

recommended for reclassification to T2. S2000 this item will need to be addressed as a

Add model types 8, RS, GSR, and MR to 1. Allow the use of adjustable camshaft 2006 racing season item.

spec line. sprockets on the Ford 2.0L engine in

S2000. (LaManna) Tabled to the SR SHOWROOM STOCK

T2 Advisory Committee for further comment 1. Classify the 2003 Mazdaspeed Protégé

1. Classify the 2004-05 Pontiac GTO. on impact to FC cars and identification of in SSC. (Sanders) This car was a very lim-

2. Classify the 2005 Porsche Boxster S. a part number as an optional component. ited production vehicle that is out of pro-

3. Add model year 2005 to the Cadillac duction now and does not fit within the

CTS-V. The following items are NOT RECOM- concept of readily available vehicles that

4. Add model years 2004-05 to the MENDED for implementation at this the class philosophy is built around.

Nissan 350Z. time.

SPORTS RACER

T3 (new class) - T2 (National) GT

1.Classify the 2005 Subaru Legacy GT in DSR

Regional T3 and National T2. GT1 1. Increase 2-valve automotive-based

1. Classify the Olds Achieva built to engine displacement to 1500cc. (Hoover)

SHOWROOM STOCK another sanctioning bodies specifications This request would provide too much per-

in GT1. (Santiago) The GT Advisory formance potential for the class.

SSB Committee reviewed the specifications for

1. Classify the 2004-05 Subaru Impreza the vehicle and determined that it does not The following items have been have

(Non-turbo) in SSB. fit within the parameters of the GT1 class. been previously addressed, are submit-

2. Classify the 2005 Acura RSX Type S in 2. Allow TRANSAM rear wing and splitter ted for information only, or require no

SSB. on 2000 and newer Ford Mustangs. (Lasco) further action by the Club Racing Board.

The current rules are adequate are written,

SSC GT1 has a lot of cars that the TRANSAM GT

1. Classify the 2005 Toyota Corolla XRS series does not recognize.

in SSC. GT2-GTL

2. Classify the 2005 to the MINI Cooper GT2 1. I oppose the use of rear wings and

in SSC. 1. Allow the Porsche Cup cars in GT2 the front diffusers in GT2-GTL. (Kroll) Thank

3. Classify the 2005 to the MINI Cooper S following modifications; free exhaust sys- you for your input.

in SSC. tem, Alternate clutch and flywheels, and 2. I support the use of rear wings and

the use of the Spec GRAND-AM SGS rear front diffusers in GT2-GTL. (Kadunc)

The following items have been Thank you for your input.

REFERRED to their respective advisory wing. (Sanda) The CRB will continue to

monitor the performance levels of all cars 3. I support 6 speed transmissions. (Hotz)

committees or TABLED pending receipt Thank you for your input

of additional information. in the class.

2. Remove the restrictor from the

Sunbeam Tiger and add weight to the GT2

GT 1. Allow the use of the Nissan LD28

Porsche 944 and Toyotas in GT2.

GT2 (Schonberger) The CRB will continue to crankshaft in GT2 Nissan powered cars.

1. I support the concept of allowing the monitor the performance levels of all cars (Matakaetic, Goughary) This item was pre-

use of 18-inch diameter rims, allowing the in the class. viously addressed in the December issue of

Porsche Cup cars to use Porsche fuel 3. Remove the restrictor from the Fastrack.

tanks, and reducing the weight on the Sunbeam Tiger. (Patton) The CRB will con- 2. I oppose additional Porsche Cup car

Panoz GTS in GT2. (Kadunc) Tabled to the tinue to monitor the performance levels of allowances; I also oppose classifying any

GT Advisory Committee for further com- all cars in the class. other cars under special condition

ment. 4. Reduce the weight on tub based cars allowances like the Panoz and Porsche Cup





MARCH 2005 SPORTSCAR F-41

cars; but I do support classification of approved fuels for Club Racing. vehicle weight is to be rounded to the near-

modern sports cars in the GT2 class. 2. We support mandating the use of the est pound. Air, hydraulic or electric actua-

(Kadunc) Thank you for your input. new 5th gear ratio. (Brown) Thank you for tion of the gearshift mechanism is not

3. I support the concept of limited prepa- your input. allowed. For front engine, rear drive cars

ration engines in GT2. (Kadunc) Thank you 3. We support allowing an optional 5th requiring the transmission to be attached

for your input, the Advisory Committee gear ratio. (7 letters) Thank you for your to the engine, the transmission front seal

and the Club Racing Board are continuing input. shall be within twelve (12) inches of the

to discuss limited preparation engines and back of the engine block. On front

how they will fit into the future of the GT S2000 engine/rear drive cars, the transmission

category. 1. Allow the use of alternate aluminum front seal is that seal which is within 5" of

4. Allow the use of an alternate cylinder brake calipers. (LaManna) The Advisory the gear on the input shaft which meshes

head on the Nissan V6 engine in GT2. (St. Committee has studied this issue several with the foremost gear on the

Clair) This item was added in the times in the past years and determined counter/layshaft."

December Fastrack Tech Bulletin. that steel calipers are still available and

5. Reduce weight on the Mazda rotary just allowing aluminum will drive the actu- IT

engine cars, make no changes on any car al cost up as exotic aluminum calipers will Item 1. Based on the performance

with 3.0L or smaller engine, consider the then be allowed. potential of the (90-92) Volkswagen Golf

3.0L the baseline engine for the GT2 class, GTI 16V in ITS, the IT Advisory Committee

and do not mandate single restrictors for CLUB RACING BOARD MINUTES and the Club Racing Board is recommend-

all GT2 cars. (Goughary) Thank you for SPORTS CAR CLUB OF AMERICA, INC. ing that the car be reclassified from ITS to

your input. January 4, 2005 ITA and have its weight adjusted to 2475

6. Restrict all GT2 engines that have the The Club Racing Board met via a confer- lbs. effective 1/1/06.

potential to make more than 350hp and I ence call on January 4, 2005. Participating Item 2. Based on the performance

oppose any changes to allow aerodynamic were: Kurt Weiss, Chairman; Bob Dowie, potential of the (1991) Volkswagen Jetta

devices. (Schonberger) Thank you for your Kevin Kloepfer, John Martinsen, Craig GLI in ITS, the IT Advisory Committee and

input. Taylor, Brian Culbertson, and Joe the Club Racing Board is recommending

7. Restrict GT2 engines to 350hp at Aquilante. Also participating were: Mike that the car be reclassified from ITS to ITA

2280lbs. (Patton) Thank you for your input Sauce, Bill Weston, BoD Liaisons; Terry and have its weight adjusted to 2935 lbs.

Ozment, Director of Club Racing; Jeremy effective 1/1/06.

GT3 Thoennes, Technical Manager Club Item 3. A question has arisen regarding

Classify the K20A2 engine in GT3. Racing; John Bauer, Technical Assistant the removal of airbags and if that

(Grudynski) This item was included in the Club Racing, Lauri Burkons, CRB allowance also includes the removal of the

January Fastrack Tech Bulletin. Secretary, and Bryan Cohn, Manager Club remaining components of the system.

Racing. Since we want to ensure that none of the

GT4-5 (GTL) In addition to those items covered in bags deploy inadvertently in an incident,

1. Input on the Consolidation of GT4 and Technical Bulletin 05-03, the following the Club Racing Board is recommending

GT5. (Denney, Huffaker) Thank you for decisions were made: that the ITCS be changed to read that the

your comments. air bag "system" may be removed, and this

PROPOSED RULE CHANGES or CAR includes all side and passenger airbag sys-

SPORTS RACER RECLASSIFICATIONS. The following tems.

1. Eliminate the 45% flat bottom rules in subjects will be referred to the Board of Effective 1/1/06 change ITCS section

CSR/DSR and make a true flat bottom Directors for approval. Comments, both 17.1.4.D.10.j. to read as follows:

rule. (8 letters) The Club Racing Board for and against, should be addressed to Air bags systems shall be disarmed and

after lengthy consultation with the the Club Racing Board. may be removed.

Advisory Committee has decided to leave

the existing rules as they are and will mon- GT RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BoD.

itor the progress of the class. The desire is Item 1. The GT advisory committee has The Club Racing Board provides its

to create a stable rules environment to investigated the price and availability of input to the Board of Directors on the

assist in building the class up. electric water pumps and has concluded following items.

2. I support the proposed flat bottom rule that they are helpful in dealing with cur- None

change. (Dowmont) See Item 1 comment rent automotive packaging constraints,

regarding flat bottom rules. and are no longer cost prohibitive for use MEMBER ADVISORIES. The Club

3. I oppose the use of tunnels in in the GT classes. Based on the input from Racing Board has become aware of the

CSR/DSR. (Chesmore, Novak, Reupert) the Advisory Committee, the CRB is rec- following issues and publishes these

See Item 1 comment regarding flat bottom ommending that effective 1/1/06 the advisories to alert the membership to

rules. GTCS section 17.1.2.F.4.e.6. be changed the Club Racing Board's plans regarding

4. I support the use of tunnels in as follows: these issues.

CSR/DSR. (Ferguson) See Item 1 comment Alternate engine and drive train compo- None

regarding flat bottom rules. nents considered replacement parts, such

5. I oppose the use of tunnels in as seals, bearings, valve guides, pushrods, NEW CAR CLASSIFICATIONS

CSR/DSR. (4 letters) See Item 1 comment water pump, timing chains/belts and In order to inform the membership as

regarding flat bottom rules. sprockets, nuts, bolts, studs, washers, and quickly as possible of our intent to add new

6. I support the current set of flat bottom gaskets are permitted. Bushings or offset cars we will also be listing the cars being

rules. (Mayfield) See Item 1 comment keys of unrestricted origin may be added in this section of our minutes under

regarding flat bottom rules. installed. The water pump(s) may be the heading of New Car Classifications. The

replaced with any water pump(s) mechani- details of the specifications will be found in

CSR cally driven by the engine. the Technical Bulletins as the specifica-

1. Allow the Olds powered CSR the same Item 2. Based on the performance and tions are researched and confirmed.

aero package as the rest of the class. availability and relative performance of None

(Richter) This was done during the class sequential shifting transmissions, the GT

rules rewrite. Advisory Committee and the Club Racing The following items have been

2. Allow 4 or more valve 1310cc engines Board are recommending that effective REFERRED to their respective advisory

to weight 1150lbs. (Major) This was cor- 10/1/05 the weight penalty for a sequen- committees or TABLED pending receipt

rected prior to the 2004 Runoffs®. tial transmission be changed from 50 lbs. of additional information.

3. I support the use of the Mazda Renesis to 2.5% of the weight listed on the spec

engine in CSR. (Wheless, Lorenz) Thank line. GT

you for your input. Effective 1/1/06, change GTCS section The future of GT racing will include the

17.1.2.F.4.e.11 to read as follows: use of single inlet restrictors (SIR) in the

DSR Any readily available transmission hav- equalization of the engines. Working in

1. Allow 880cc two-stroke engines in ing a functional reverse and no more than conjunction with the CRB, the GT Advisory

DSR. (Reupert, Novak) This item was five (5) forward speeds may be used, pro- Committee is using state of the art model-

approved at our October Club Racing viding the location is the same as the pro- ing software to conduct detailed engine

Board Meeting. duction automobile. Any shift linkage may simulations. The results of these simula-

SRF be used. Sequential shifting transmissions tions will set the initial sizes for the SIR,

1. Specify a spec fuel for SRF. are permitted with a 50 lb. weight penalty and future adjustments will be made on an

(Marinangel) The Club Racing Board has equal to 2.5% of the cars weight as listed on as needed basis. The sizes of the SIR will

recommended a new approach to specific the vehicle spec line. Note: the minimum be in the April Fastrack.





F-42 SPORTSCAR MARCH 2005

GT2 ITS the November FasTrack. (Scott) Thank you

1. Reduce the weight of the Panoz in 1. Reduce the weight of the Acura GSR. for your input, the items were previously

GT2 by 150 lbs. (Kadunc) Tabled for input (Davis) The weight is appropriate as listed. approved by the BoD.

from Panoz, a majority of the cars cannot 4. I support the proposed revisions to

get to the current minimum weight. The following items have been previ- the wiring harness / ECU rules. (Gran)

2. Reduce the weight of the Panoz and ously addressed, are submitted for infor- Thank you for your input.

allow a larger wheel and tire. (Jones) mation only, or require no further

Tabled for input from Panoz. action by the Club Racing Board. TECHNICAL BULLETIN

3. Classify the 20B Mazda engine in

GT2. (Drummond) We will classify the GT DATE: December 20, 2004

engine as soon as the Single Inlet 1. Here are suggestions for improving the NUMBER: TB 05-02a

Restrictor (SIR) specs have been finalized. rules making process. (Jones) Thank you FROM: Club Racing Board

4. Classify the Porsche 3.8L engine and for your input, your ideas will be consid- TO: Competitors, Stewards, and

reduce the weight of the 3.6L. (Barnes) We ered as we move forward. Scrutineers

will classify the engine as soon as the SIR 2. Allow cars not equipped with factory SUBJECT: Errors, and Omissions,

specs have been finalized. spoilers to install a restricted wing. (Jones) Competition Adjustments, Clarifications,

5. Classify the 95 BMW M3 in GT2. Thanks for your input, we are currently and Classifications.

(Mason) We will classify the car as soon as looking at wings and aero devices for the All changes are effective 1/1/05 unless

the SIR specs have been finalized. The car GT classes. otherwise noted.

must meet all the current GT2 rules. 3. Allow spoilers that were previously

accepted in CP. (Jones) The advisory com- T2

GT3 mittee is currently looking at wings and 1. Nissan 350Z Track/Touring/Standard

1. Classify the Nissan SR20DE engine in aero devices for the GT classes. (2003), p.25, add the 04-05 model year.

GT3. (Muramoto) We will classify the 4. Do not allow wheel sizes larger than 2. Subaru Impreza WRX STi (02-04), p.

engine as soon as the SIR specs have been 16" unless they are available as standard 27, add to the specs as follows: add the

finalized. equipment for the car. (Jones) Thanks for 2005 model, Wheel size(in): 17 x 8.0 (F&R),

your input, the advisory committee is cur- Notes: Cars may update and backdate

GTL rently looking at the issue. among the model years listed within this

1. Allow the EN1 Honda engine in GTL. 5. Keep the 2.5% IRS weight penalty if spec line.

(Hargrove) We will classify the engine as you institute a weight break for bias-ply 3. Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution (03-04),

soon as the SIR specs have been finalized. tires, or change the IRS penalty back to p. 25, add to the specs as follows: model

2. Classify the 2005 Mini in GTL. 100 lbs. (Jones). Thank you for your types Evo 8/RS/GSR/MR, add the 2005

(Stracco) We will classify the car as soon input, we are not instituting a weight break model, Gear ratios: 2.91, 1.94, 1.43, 1.10,

as the SIR specs have been finalized. for bias-ply tires, and the 2.5% weight .87, .69, Brakes(mm): 320 vented disc(F)

3. Allow alternate bore for the GTL penalty was recently approved by the BoD. 300 vented disc(R), Notes: Cars may

Nissan engines. (Burke) Tabled for further 6. Explore limited prep engines with a update and backdate among the model

comment by the GT Advisory Committee. focus being to build participation. (Jones) years listed within this spec line.

4. Look at the weight penalties for RWD Thank you for your input, as the SIR specs

Minis in GTL. (Griffin) Tabled to get more are finalized the GT advisory will continue SSC

info from the letter writer. to investigate the use of limited prep 1. Mini Cooper, 2005, classified in TB

engines for GT. 05-02, correct the notes to read as follows:

IT 7. Here is suggested wording for the floor This max. tire size superseded SS tire rule

1. Allow the removal of power steering / undertray rules. (Jones) Thanks for your in SSS section 17.1.3.E.7. Limited slip and

and related components. (Amy) Tabled for input, the advisory committee is currently convertible not allowed.

input from the IT Advisory Committee. looking at wings and aero devices for the

GT classes. ITB

The following items are NOT RECOM- 1. Classify Mazda 626 (83-84), note: this

MENDED for implementation at this GT2 car was inadvertently dropped from the

time. 1. Reclassify the Lotus Elan to GT3. 2005 GCR.

(Myers) The requestor has withdrawn this Add new spec line to ITCS p. 45, Mazda

GT request. 626 (83-84), Engine type: 4 Cyl SOHC,

1. Set a maximum brake rotor size of 2. Reduce the weight of rotary powered Bore x Stroke(mm)/Displ.(cc): 86.0 x 86.0/

13.25" for all GT cars. (Jones) Not consis- cars in GT2. (Jones) We have recently 1998, Valves IN&EX(mm): 44.0(I) 36.0(E),

tent with the philosophy of the class. made adjustments to the weights of these Comp. Ratio: 8.6, Wheelbase(in): 98.8,

2. Allow bias-ply tires a 50 lb. weight cars and would like to monitor the impact Wheel Dia.(in): 14, Gear Ratios: 3.31, 1.83,

break. (Jones) Radials have become the of the changes. 1.23, 0.97, 0.80, Brakes Std.(mm): 231

standard for the GT category. 3. Remove all intake restrictions from Disc(F) 229 Drum(R), Weight(lbs.): 2300.

the GT2 rotary engines. (Jones) We have

GTL recently made adjustments to the weights TECHNICAL BULLETIN

1. Re-evaluate the choke sizes of the of these cars and would like to monitor the

GTL cars. (Burke) We will continue to mon- impact of the changes. DATE: December 7, 2004 and January 4,

itor the performance of the cars within the 4. Allow weight reductions for the older 2005

class. CP/GT2 cars. (Jones) This item has been NUMBER: TB 05-03

previously addressed and we will not treat FROM: Club Racing Board

IT tube frame cars differently than tub (uni- TO: Competitors, Stewards, and

1. Reclassify the 88-91 CRX and Civic body) cars. Scrutineers

DX to ITB. (Giles) Not recommended at this 5. Do not make adjustments to the SUBJECT: Errors, and Omissions,

time, but we will continue to monitor the Porsche Cup cars. (Jones) We have recent- Competition Adjustments, Clarifications,

performance. ly made changes to the Cup car and will and Classifications.

2. Reclassify the 79-85 Mazda RX-7 to continue to monitor its performance. All changes are effective 3/1/05 unless

ITB. (various) Not recommended at this otherwise noted.

time, but we will continue to monitor its GTL

performance. 1. Are the weight adjustments for the Production

3. Reclassify the Porsche 944 to ITA. GTL class based on the 2003 or 2004 EP

(Scott) The car's potential exceeds the weights? (Burke) The weigh changes were 1. Mazda RX-7 (13B) (86-91), p. 44-45,

parameters of the ITA class. We will con- based on the weights of the cars at the change the specs as follows: Weight(lbs.):

tinue to monitor its performance, and com- 2004 Runoffs®. carbureted @ 2250, FI @ 2300.

pare it to other cars in the class.

4. Delete redundant language pertaining IT GT

to ECU modifications in the ITCS. (Amy) 1. Resume for the advisory committee. GT2

The IT Advisory committee feels that one (Gulick) Thanks for your resume, it will be 1. Mazda Miata M-2 (1990-), p. 51,

section is there for carbureted cars while kept on file for future consideration. change the notes to read as follows: 12A

the other applies to fuel injected cars. 2. Allow window nets on the passenger peripheral port/bridge port/street port @

5. Allow alternate pistons that differ side. (Zaslow) Properly installed win- 1980 lbs. Engine setback from the front

from the OE design provided they lower the dow/upperbody nets are recommended by spindle centerline to the front spark plug is

compression ratio. (Chris) Not consistent the Club Racing Board. 4.5".Windshield and hardtop required.

with the philosophy of the IT classes. 3. I oppose the reclassifications listed in 12A street port w/ 40mm choke(s) @ 1880





MARCH 2005 SPORTSCAR F-43

lbs. 13B @ 1980 lbs. 13B peripheral port Carburetion: 50mm w/ 50mm choke(s), PRIOR PROCEEDINGS AND FACTS IN BRIEF

w/unrestricted choke(s) @ 2130 lbs. Street Wheelbase(in): 95.7, Track(max. in.): 60, During the regional endurance race

port Renesis w/44mm choke(s) @ 1980 Wheels 7" wide: 13/14/15, Weight: 1952cc event held at Virginia International

lbs. @ 1850, 1974cc @ 1980, 2188cc @ 2180, Raceway on October 23, 2004, Stephen

2. Mazda RX-7 (12A Peripheral port), p. Notes: Alt. Heads: #11041-22010, 11041- Smith, entrant of SM car #30, protested

51, change the specs as follows: Weight: U0600-A, 11041-U0602-SV, 11041- Steve Lawrence, driver of SM car #1, for an

1980. 21901, 11041-N7120. alleged technical violation of GCR

3. Mazda RX-7 (13B), p. 51, change the 12 .Classify Toyota Tercel in GT3. 17.1.9.c.b.(fuel system). The Stewards of

specs as follows: Notes: 13B peripheral Add new spec line to GTCS, p. 70, Toyota the Meet (SOM) Ann Taylor, John Willis,

port w/ unrestricted choke(s) @ 2130 lbs. Tercel (91-), Engine type: 4 Cyl SOHC, and Mike Pressley, Chairman, held a hear-

Street port Renesis w/ 44mm choke(s) @ (20R) DOHC, Bore x Stroke(mm) 81.0 x ing, reviewed the evidence, and upheld the

1980 lbs. 77.0, Displ.(cc): 1998, 1587, Head Type: protest. The SOM disqualified the car driv-

4. Mazda RX-8, p. 51, change the notes Alum, crossflow, Valves Per Cyl.: 4, en by Mr. Lawrence and assigned him four

to read as follows: 12A peripheral Carburetion: Automotive-type sidedraft w/ (4) automatic penalty points. Mr. Lawrence

port/bridge port/street port @ 1980 lbs. 36mm choke(s), 1587: 45mm w/ 42mm is appealing that decision.

Engine setback from the front spindle cen- choke(s), Wheelbase(in): 95.3, Track(max.

terline to the front spark plug is in.): 60, Wheels 7" wide: 13/14/15, DOCUMENTS AND OTHER EVIDENCE

4.5".Windshield and hardtop required. Weight: 1900, 1587cc @ 1980. RECEIVED AND REVIEWED

12A street port w/ 40mm choke(s) @ 1880 13.Volkswagen Beetle (98-01), p. 71, 1. Letter of Appeal from Steve Lawrence.

lbs. 13B @ 1980 lbs. 13B peripheral port change the specs as follows: Weight: 1830. 2. Observers Report and related docu-

w/unrestricted choke(s) @ 2130 lbs. Street 14.Volkswagen Golf and GTI, p. 71, ments.

port Renesis w/44mm choke(s) @ 1980 change the specs as follows: Weight: 3. Email from Stephen Smith, Entrant of

lbs. 1780cc @ 1930, 1984cc @ 1830. car # 30.

5. Porsche 996 GT3 Cup (98-04), p. 57, 15.Volkswagen Golf Mk IV, p. 71, change

add to the specs as follows: add the 2005 the specs as follows: Weight: 1780cc @ FINDINGS

model year, Notes: Any wheel, including 5- 1930, 1984cc @ 1830. Mr. Smith's protest was received by the

bolt, may be used provided it does not 16.Volkswagen Jetta, p. 71, change the Chief Steward forty-two minutes before the

exceed the maximum size listed. Battery specs as follows: Weight: 1780cc @ 1930, end of the 13 hour endurance race. The

size and location is unrestricted. Shocks 1984cc @ 1830. SOM evaluated the protest with respect to

are unrestricted but they shall be installed 17.Volkswagen Jetta Mk IV, p. 72, GCR 13.3. (time limit requirements). They

in the stock location using the stock pick change the specs as follows: Weight: determined that Mr. Smith had a valid

up points. 1780cc @ 1930, 1984cc @ 1830. claim for extenuating circumstances based

18.Volkswagen Scirocco, p. 72, change on the greater than expected elapsed track

GT3 the specs as follows: Weight: 1715cc @ time between fuel stops for his car and Mr.

1. Acura RSX (02-05), p. 60, change the 1880, 1780cc @ 1930, 1984cc @ 1830. Lawrence's car. Mr. Lawrence's car was

specs as follows: Carburetion: 1590cc: (2) 19.BMW (E46) (2000-), p. 62, add to the impounded after the completion of the

45mm w/ 42mm choke(s), 1797cc: (2) specs as follows: Engine type: 4 Cyl SOHC, race. Two other SM cars were the subject

45mm w/ 42mm choke(s), 1834cc: (2) Bore x Stroke(mm): 89.0 x 71.0, Displ.(cc): of a protest for the same technical situa-

45mm w/ 38mm choke(s), 1998cc: 31mm 1767, Valves per Cyl.: 2, Carburetion: tion. The basis for Mr. Smith's protest was

single inlet restrictor. 1767cc: unrestricted, Wheelbase(in): that Mr. Lawrence's fuel tank had been

2. Mazda MX-5 / Miata, p. 65, change 101.2, 100.9, Weight: 1767cc @ 1880, modified. The claim was that the modifi-

the specs as follows: Carburetion: 1.6L: (2) Notes: Engine: 89.0 x 80.0 (1990cc), unre- cation provided the opportunity for greater

auto-type w/ 42mm choke(s), 1.8L: (2) stricted choke(s) @ 1980. fuel tank working capacity.

auto-type w/ 38mm choke(s), 2292: (1) 20. BMW 320i / 318i (72-82), p. 61, cor- The fuel tanks of Mr. Lawrence's car and

auto-type 2bbl w/ 42mm choke(s). rect the specs as follows: model years to one other (the subject of another protest

3. Mazda RX-2, p. 65, change the specs include (77-82). for the same situation) were inspected.

as follows: Carburetion: One (1) auto-type The access covers of the fuel tanks were

2bbl w/ 42mm choke(s). Touring removed and the interior details compared.

4. Mazda RX-3, p. 65, change the specs T1 Differences between the cars were identi-

as follows: Carburetion: One (1) auto-type 1. Lotus Elise (2005) p. 18, add to the fied with respect to length and configura-

2bbl w/ 42mm choke(s). notes as follows: An SCCA approved weld- tion of the filler vent tube. The SOM deter-

5. Mazda RX-7, p. 65, change the specs ed steel cage that is bolted to the chas- mined that the vent tube in Mr. Lawrence’s

as follows: Carburetion: One (1) auto-type sis/frame is allowed. The stock extruded fuel tank had been modified by removing

2bbl w/ 42mm choke(s). aluminum chassis satisfies the require- the end of the tube that bends at an angle

6. Mazda RX-8, p. 66, change the specs ment for forward anti-intrusion braces. down toward the bottom of the tank. The

as follows: Carburetion One (1) auto-type The factory roll hoop shall be replaced with SOM produced a well-documented report

2bbl w/ 42mm choke(s). a single continuous hoop. Lotus Elise oil instead of impounding the non-compliant

7. Mazda Protégé 12A/1.6/1.8 (2001), p. accumulator system part # ALS3E0022J part.

66, change the specs as follows: (Accusump part # 24-026 and electric The COA finds that the extenuating cir-

Carburetion: 12A: (1) auto-type 2bbl w/ valve part # 24-270) is allowed. cumstances used to support the extension

42mm choke(s), 1.6: (2) auto-type w/ of the GCR time limits are valid. The

42mm choke(s), 1.8: (2) auto-type w/ Formula inspection and evaluation were done cor-

38mm choke(s). FF rectly and support the SOM decision. A

8. Porsche 911 Coupe & Targa (1968-), p. 1. Section 17.1.6.D.2.e., p. 61-62, add to teardown bond is not required for this type

68, change the specs as follows: Weight: the end of the second paragraph as follows: of straightforward inspection. The COA

2030, add to the specs as follows: Notes: Standard size CP piston, part # 81- 2 obtained and examined a stock 1991 Miata

OEM 2-valve air-cooled heads may be FF1600, may be used in the uprated gas tank and found the vent tube was

modified to utilize two (2) spark plugs per engine. Change selected portions of the angled down and the configuration corre-

cyl. table to read as follows: Depth of bowl (+/- sponded to the SOM findings for a compli-

9. Porsche 914-6, p. 69, change the .005"): uprated engine .470", Maximum ant component. Mr. Smith's request to

specs as follows: Weight: 2030, change the diameter of bowl: uprated engine 2.250", supply a sample fuel tank was not accept-

first sentence of the Notes to read as fol- Overall height: uprated engine 2.80" CP ed because the validity of that evidence

lows: OEM 2-valve air-cooled heads may be Piston, 3.30" AE Piston, Minimum weight could not be affirmed.

modified to utilize two (2) spark plugs per w/ rings & pin: uprated engine 515 grams. This endurance event had multiple driv-

cyl. ers for each car. The protest named only

10.Porsche 911 Coupe & Targe (1968-) p. FM one member of the driver team, Mr.

68, add to the specs as follows: Notes: 1. Section 17.1.6.F.1.e.3.B.1, correct to Lawrence. The GCR provides for shared

OEM 2-valve air-cooled heads may be read as follows: Daryl Drummond victory points but makes no allowance for

modified to utilize two (2) spark plugs per Enterprises, Inc. 3590 North River Rd, penalty points. Therefore, the assigned

cyl. Gold Hill, OR, 97525, mailing address: PO points for the infraction are awarded only

11.Classify Nissan Sentra SER Spec V in Box 678 Rogue River OR 97537, (541) 582- to the driver named in the action.

GT3. 1786.

Add new spec line to the GTCS, p. 68, DECISION

Nissan Sentra SER Spec V (2002), Engine The Court of Appeals upholds the deci-

type: 4 Cyl SOHC, Bore x Stroke(mm) 85.0 JUDGEMENT OF THE COURT OF APPEALS

Steve Lawrence vs. SOM sion of the SOM. The Court considers the

x 86.0, 84.5 x 88.0, 87.0 x 92.0, Displ.(cc): appeal not well founded, and the appeal fee

1952, 1974, 2188, Head Type: Alum, Non- COA Ref. No. 04-21-SE

December 16, 2004 will be retained by SCCA.

crossflow, crossflow, Valves Per Cyl.: 2,



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JUDGEMENT OF THE COURT OF APPEALS DECISION The SOM upheld the protest and penal-

Charlie Putnam vs. SOM The Court of Appeals upholds the deci- ized both drivers for their actions with

COA Ref. No. 04-22-SE sion of the SOM. The Court considers the respect to the yellow flag situation. Mr.

December 16, 2004 appeal not well founded, and the appeal fee Branam submitted his license and was

will be retained by SCCA. issued his probation document. The SOM

PRIOR PROCEEDINGS AND FACTS IN did not allow Mr. Dickinson's representa-

BRIEF JUDGEMENT OF THE COURT OF APPEALS tive to represent him because the SOM had

During the regional endurance race Ed Dickinson vs. SOM not been notified of the arrangement. Mr.

event held at Virginia International COA Ref. No. 04-25-SE Dickinson was notified by the CSOM of the

Raceway on October 23, 2004, Frank Wolf, January 19, 2005 SOM decision by telephone on November

driver of SM # 8, protested Charlie 30. He was advised at that time to turn in

Putnam, driver of SM #19, for an alleged PRIOR PROCEEDINGS AND FACTS IN BRIEF his license. He mailed his license to Mr.

technical violation of GCR 17.1.9.c.b. (fuel After the Group 3 race for formula cars at Magnuson on December 9, 2004 and it

system). The Stewards of the Meet (SOM) the Turkey Trot regional race held on the was forwarded to the SCCA National office.

Ann Taylor, John Willis, and Mike Presley, Sebring long course, November 27, 2004, Mr. Dickinson's probation began on

Chairman, held a hearing, reviewed the Ed Dickinson, driver of FS #01, filed a December 9, 2004.

evidence, and upheld the protest. The protest. The protest alleged that Jonathan In addition to the 3-event probation and

SOM disqualified the car driven by Mr. Branam, driver of FC #08, was in violation 3 penalty points the SOM awarded to each

Putnam and assigned him four (4) auto- of GCR 9.1.1.A&B. (Driver Responsibility- driver for violation of GCR 9.1.2. (Passing)

matic penalty points. Mr. Putnam is Contact), 9.1.2. (passing) and 14.1.4. and GCR 9.4.2.B. (Passing under yellow),

appealing that decision. (reckless and dangerous driving). The Mr. Dickinson was penalized an additional

Stewards of the Meet (SOM) Fritz Baker, 3-event probation (total of 6 events) for vio-

Norm Esau, Walt McCarthy, Bill Weston lation of GCR 14.1.7. (Unsportsmanlike

DOCUMENTS AND OTHER EVIDENCE and Peter Magnuson, Chairman (CSOM), conduct).

RECEIVED AND REVIEWED held a hearing, reviewed the evidence and The COA finds that the SOM evaluated

1. Letter of Appeal from Charlie Putnam upheld the protest. The SOM decision the situations correctly and assigned

and related documents. penalized both drivers with probation, Mr. penalties that are within their power and

2. Observers Report and related docu- Branam received a 3-event probation; Mr. are commensurate with the infractions.

ments. Dickinson received a 6-event probation. The appellant presented no information

3. Email from Stephen Smith, entrant of Mr. Dickinson is appealing the severity of that was not judged by the SOM.

SM # 30. his penalty.

Decision

FINDINGS DOCUMENTS AND OTHER EVIDENCE The Court of Appeals upholds the deci-

The Chief Steward received Mr. Wolf's RECEIVED AND REVIEWED sion of the SOM in its entirety. The Court

protest forty-two minutes before the end of 1. Letter of Appeal from Mr. Dickinson. considers this appeal not well founded and

the 13-hour endurance race. The SOM 2. Observers Report and related docu- the appeal fee will be retained by SCCA.

evaluated the protest with respect to GCR ments. Stewards are again reminded that all

13.3. (time limit requirements). They deter- 3. Race results from MyLaps.com documentation for SOM actions must be

mined that Mr. Wolf had a valid claim for 4. E-mail from Bill Weston, SOM. completed in full.

extenuating circumstances based on their 5. Verbal phone report from Mr. Magnuson,

observation of the greater than expected

elapsed track time between fuel stops for

Chairman, SOM to the Secretary of the

Court.

SOLO

Mr. Putnam's car. Both Mr. Putnam's and SOLO EVENTS BOARD

Mr. Wolf's cars were impounded after the FINDINGS SPORTS CAR CLUB OF AMERICA, INC.

race completion. Mr. Wolf's car was the Witness statements indicate that during January 5, 2005

subject of a protest for the same technical the third lap of the race, Mr. Dickinson was The Solo Events Board met by confer-

situation. The question raised by Mr. approaching turn 1, a sweeping left hand ence call January 5th. Attending were

Wolf's protest was that Mr. Putnam's fuel corner, with Mr. Branam following closely. 2005 SEB members Colan Arnold, Ron

tank had been modified. The claim was Mr. Branam moved to the inside of Mr. Bauer, Chris Dorsey, Tina Reeves, Mari

that the modification provided the oppor- Dickinson and there was contact between Clements, Steve Hoelscher, and Andy

tunity for greater fuel tank working capac- the two cars. The contact was reported by Hollis; 2004 members Mark Sirota and

ity. several sources as a side-to side situation. Mark Sipe; Doug Gill, and Tasha Goodale

The fuel tanks of both cars and one other The contact resulted in damage to both of the National Staff. The following Minutes

(the subject of another protest for the same cars that prevented their continuing in the are presented in topical rather than

situation) were inspected. The access cov- race. The damage that prevented Mr. chronological order.

ers of the fuel tanks were removed and the Dickinson from continuing was to his left

interior details compared. Differences rear wheel. The flag captain at the turn SOLO II GENERAL ITEMS

between the cars were identified with one station reported that this incident - SEB liaisons to the various advisory

respect to length and configuration of the occurred under a standing yellow flag at committees were designated for 2005.

filler vent tube. The SOM determined that the turn one station. Another driver testi- - The SEB liaison to the Solo II Nationals

the vent tube in Mr. Putnam's fuel tank fied that he observed the yellow flag at the Chair and Chiefs will be Mari Clements.

had been modified by removing the end of turn 1 station and slowed while following - Chris Franson was approved as the

the tube that bends at an angle down the two cars in question into the corner. NEDIV Divisional Solo II Steward.

toward the bottom of the tank. The SOM Mr. Dickinson attempted to gather wit- - The SEB is requesting that Impound

produced a well-documented report nesses and information relating to the on- crews record the weights for vehicles in

instead of impounding the non-compliant track incident prior to filing the protest Kart classes at Divisionals and National

part. with the Chief Steward. He encountered Tours, and forward those weights to Doug

The COA finds that the extenuating cir- Mr. Branam and his crew in the paddock Gill at the National Office.

cumstances used to support the extension and allegedly approached them with a "less

of the GCR time limits are valid. The than cordial manner." The encounter was SOLO II STOCK CATEGORY

inspection and evaluation were done cor- characterized by witnesses as confronta- - The SEB approved the addition of Brian

rectly and support the SOM decision. A tional and threatening. Mr. Dickinson did Connors and Stephen Hui to the SAC.

teardown bond is not required for this type voluntarily disengage himself from the sit-

of straightforward inspection. The COA uation. SOLO II STREET TOURING CATEGORY

obtained and examined a stock 1991 Miata Mr. Dickinson's protest was heard by the - Jeff Brown will be Chair of the STAC for

gas tank and found the vent tube was SOM near the end of the day at which time 2005. Jason Rhoades will be STAC

angled down and the configuration corre- he was allowed to testify and complete a Secretary.

sponded to the SOM findings for a compli- witness statement. The CSOM advised Mr. - The following rule change proposal,

ant component. Dickinson that he would be called when a effective 1/1/2006, is submitted for mem-

This endurance event had multiple driv- decision was reached and that he should ber comment: Change 14.8.E to read as

ers for each car. The protest named only not leave the track. The SOM heard addi- follows:

one member of the driver team, Mr. tional witnesses and received witness E. Live axle suspension allowances:

Putnam. The GCR provides for shared vic- statements. The next morning Mr. 1. Addition or replacement of

tory points but makes no allowance for Dickinson left the track for personal rea- suspension stabilizers (linkage connecting

penalty points. The assigned points for the sons with no other contact with the SOM. the axle housing or De Dion to the chassis,

infraction are awarded only to the driver He did ask another person to contact the which controls lateral suspension location)

named in this action. SOM on his behalf. is permitted.





MARCH 2005 SPORTSCAR F-45

2. Traction bars or torque arms Subaru Legacy 2.5GT DS and 18 for national events, while also

may be added or replaced on live axle sus- Chrysler '04 300/300C FS reducing minimum mileages accordingly.

pensions. Dodge Magnum, SRT-8 FS A relaxation on the requirements for DIYC

3. A panhard rod may be added '05 Acura RSX Type-S GS controls (may not be first/last/consecu-

or replaced. Chevrolet Aveo HS tive) was also proposed. The general idea

4. The upper arm(s) may be Chevrolet Cobalt 2.2 (all) HS is that anything for which sanction excep-

removed, replaced, or modified, and the Kia Spectra5 HS tions are routinely granted should be con-

upper pickup points on the rear axle hous- Scion TC HS sidered for a permanent rule change.

ing may be relocated. 3) SP: The first sentence of 3.6.B should Other changes discussed involve requiring

5. The lower arms may not be read: "...vehicles may use diesel fuel or any the reporting of certain information in

altered, except as permitted under 14.8.C, grade of gasoline." General Instructions, specifically the exact

or relocated. Methods of attachment and 4) SP: Stock: Per the SPAC, the following method of timing to be used (eg. timing

attachment points are unrestricted, but new listings, effective immediately upon hoses, by hand, etc), and also listing more

may serve no other purpose (e.g. chassis publication, are added in Appendix A: detailed information about the measure-

stiffening). This does not authorize removal Pontiac Firebird Firehawk ('90-'92) BSP ment conditions (eg. more specific weather

of a welded-on part of a subframe to Ford GT ASP information, date of measurement, etc).

accommodate the installation. 5) Formula Junior: Add to 19.2.C: "Tires Safety measures, such as a more strict

Comment: this is to bring the ST rule cov- of any durometer reading may be used at a interpretation of the prohibition of controls

ering this area into consistency with cur- rain event. Declaration of a rain event is at in or near no passing zones, as well as the

rent content of the analogous SP rule. the discretion of the Youth Steward." elimination of all penalties for TAs, were

6) Prepared: Per the PAC, the following discussed. Further input on any of these

SOLO II PREPARED CATEGORY new listings, effective immediately upon proposals is welcome prior to the 2006

- The PAC and SEB are requesting input publication, are added in Appendix A: rules season next Spring.

on the following proposed change, effective General Motors A-body (Monte Carlo, 4 - Regional growth - There are at least

1/1/2006: Modify FP Porsche 911 2.7, 2.8 Grand Prix, Regal, El Camino, etc) ('82-'88) three distinct levels of growth needed in the

and Porsche 914-6 2.0, 2.5, 2.7, 2.8 list- CP RoadRally program. The first involves

ings as follows: Replace "Dual spark plug starting regional programs where there are

heads prohibited" with "Dual spark plug

conversion allowed."

ROADRALLY none, and growing them to the point of

sustainability. The training materials

- Per the PAC, the following rule change ROADRALLY TOWN HALL MEETING being developed by the RRB are considered

proposal is submitted for member com- SPORTS CAR CLUB OF AMERICA, INC. a vital asset in this pursuit. The long-post-

ment: Effective 1/1/2006, modify 17.11.C USRRC - Santa Maria, California poned newsletter is also a key asset to keep

to read: "Data acquisition/recording sys- October 16, 2004 RoadRally on the front burner for regions

tems are unrestricted provided they serve A town hall was conducted at the USRRC that may otherwise lose interest, and to

no otherwise illegal purpose." on October 16, 2004. The following are share useful ideas. Given its importance,

- The PAC and SEB thank Shawn notes from this meeting. Further input on the task of publication of the newsletter

Cousins for his service to the club as a these, or any other topics, are welcome at will be revisited to see that a regular publi-

committee member. any time. cation schedule can be attained and main-

Board members attending were Ron tained. One final idea is to create some

ITEMS REFERRED TO APPLICABLE Ferris, Steve Gaddy, Kevin Poirier, and sample materials for rallymasters to use,

COMMITTEES Mike Thompson. such as sample GIs, scorecards, control

SAC: Stock shocks (ref. 04-790) 1 - Marketing/Sponsorship/Contingency logs, etc, to avoid reinventing the wheel.

SAC: Civic Si ('86-'87), move to HS - The need for promotion of our sport and CalClub is presenting us with an early look

STAC: Fender liner modifications to the steps needed to attract sponsors was at the second stage of regional growth. The

accommodate brake ducts discussed. The ending of SCCA's involve- first stage has, to some extent, been

PAC: Replacement of rotary engine rotors ment in ProRally presents a unique and accomplished, as the First Friday Nighter

in Prepared (ref. 04-801) limited opportunity for our program to gain program has resulted in consistent fields of

some momentum within the organization. 20 or more cars, up from single digit totals

MEMBER ITEMS NOT RECOMMENDED RoadRally can provide an outlet for those in the recent past. The second stage

Civic Si, move to HS (Note: the SAC plans sponsors that currently are supporting involves moving some of these competitors

on reviewing this proposal as part of a larg- ProRally to maintain a professional rela- into more advanced events. Some of the

er reorganization of the Stock classes) tionship with the organization, and be seen challenges include (1) getting them to show

Various ST changes (ref. 04-762) both at the grassroots level of the organi- up on weekends, instead of just Friday

Nissan Sentra SE-R classing (ref. 04- zation, as well as by the organization as a night, (2) migrating them to longer rallies

783) (Note: the SAC plans on reviewing whole. (Friday night rallies are just 90 minutes in

this proposal as part of a larger reorgani- 2 - National event sanctioning - Single length), and (3) training some competitors

zation of the Stock classes) course/tour events as well as three-event to help organize and write events. As

Various DS moves to GS (ref. 04-796) weekends were discussed. Most people usual, answers are not readily apparent.

(Note: the SAC plans on reviewing this pro- agree that more quality events are a good The best suggestions seem to involve work-

posal as part of a larger reorganization of thing. Contrary to rumor, course/tour ing toward a series of 2-3 hour regional

the Stock classes) events ARE allowed under current rules at events, even if it only involves a few events,

ST blow-off valve rule (ref. 04-798) the same sanctioning rate as a single and to make worker points part of the

Move E36 M3 to ESP (ref. 04-837) event. The emphasis, however, must be on equation. The inclusion of one moderate-

Supra TT classing (ref. 04-843) quality events. Writing a course rally is a length (4 hours) divisional event as part of

FSP class changes (ref. 04-857) difficult venture, and the additional bur- the series can ease the transition for many

Subaru WRX classing (ref. 04-877) den of a tour event must not compromise of the competitors. The third stage of

Mopar 318 engines in Prepared (ref. 04- the course event. Additionally, the tour growth involves moving some of these peo-

879) event must be interesting for those com- ple into the national program, and few

petitors, and frequently this will require ideas are readily apparent now, with the

TECH BULLETINS significant deviation from the course rally best suggestions involving either the sim-

1) General: The 3rd sentence of 1.1 route. Three-event weekends are not cur- plification of the rulebook, or at least the

should read as follows: "Automobile classi- rently permitted (outside of the Challenge), creation of a "cheat-sheet" of the most

fications are not mandatory. Regions but if an experienced and well-staffed com- basic rules that can be used by rookie

should use classing structures which are mittee wishes to attempt this, the board is national competitors to keep them at least

best for the development of their programs. willing to consider such a proposal. As a afloat in national events. This step may be

However, regions may not allow faster reminder, additional divisional rallies may more practical to address once a success-

karts per age group than those already be scheduled as part of a national weekend ful formula is derived for the second stage

described in section 19." within the current rules. of growth.

2) Stock: Per the SAC, the following new 3 - RRRs - Several potential rule changes Respectfully submitted,

listings, effective immediately upon publi- were discussed. The current length and

cation, are added in Appendix A: control requirements for national events Steve Gaddy, Secretary

Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6 AS are daunting to some committees as well ROADRALLY BOARD MINUTES

'05 Mercedes SLK55, CLK55 AS as many contestants. One proposed SPORTS CAR CLUB OF AMERICA, INC.

'05 Porsche Boxster AS change would reduce the minimum num- Via conference call

Chevrolet Cobalt SS DS ber of controls to 9 for divisional events January 5, 2005





F-46 SPORTSCAR MARCH 2005

The RoadRally Board (RRB) met via con-

ference call on January 5, 2005. REGIONAL SCHEDULES

Attending were: Tim Craft, Chairman; REGIONAL SOLO ll

Steve Gaddy, Secretary; members Ron CENDIV

Ferris, Kevin Poirier, and Mike Thompson; Mar 5 Saginaw Bay, Linwood, MI 989-695-6731

and Duck Allen, Board of Directors April 29-20 MN SE Tech College, Winona, MN 608-582-2543

Liaison. May 22 LaCrosse Fairgrounds Speed way, West Salem, WI ` 608-582-2543

Pego Mack, Jessica Toney, and Sue June 26 John Menard Corp Center, Eau Claire, WI 608-785-1773

Robinson were unable to attend.

July 24 LaCrosse Fairgrounds Speedway, West Salem, WI 507-456-6283

Chairman Craft called the meeting to

order at 8:49 pm CST. Aug 13-14 MN SE Tech College, Winona, MN 608-582-2543

The final version of the December 2004 Sept 25 LaCrosse Fairgrounds Speedway, West Salem, WI 608-785-1773

Minutes were accepted Oct 9 MN SE Tech College, Winona, MN 608-582-2543

(Thompson/Poirier). MIDDIV

Mar 6 Remington Park, Oklahoma City, OK 405-844-6543

Pending business Mar 26 Remington Park, Oklahoma City, OK 405-844-6543

1. 2005 Schedule May 15 Remington Park, Oklahoma City, OK 405-844-6543

Discussion: The initial national schedule May 29 Remington Park, Oklahoma City, OK 405-844-6543

is complete, and has been posted to the Jun 11 Remington Park, Oklahoma City, OK 405-844-6543

SCCA website. We will be working with July 10 Remington Park, Oklahoma City, OK 405-844-6543

SCCA to ensure that updates to the sched- Aug 28 Oklahoma State University, Oklahoma City, OK 405-844-6543

ule are made in a timely manner, and that Sept 18 Remington Park, Oklahoma City, OK 405-844-6543

flyers, entry forms, and results can be Oct 16 Oklahoma State University, Oklahoma City, OK 405-844-6543

included. An informal companion website, Oct 30 Remington Park, Oklahoma City, OK 405-844-6543

named “Just the Facts,” has been devel- NEDIV

oped for the RoadRally program in order to

Mar 19 Cal Ripken Stadium, Aberdeen, MD 610-488-6644

mirror this information in a place that can

SEDIV

be updated directly by the RRB. It can be

accessed at http://gra.midco.net/roadral- Mar 5 White Knoll High School, Lexington, SC 803-796-5498

ly.” In other news, liaisons have been Mar 6 University of North Carolina, Lexington, NC 910-790-8587

assigned for all national events, with Ron, Mar 19 BMW Plant, Greer, SC 803-796-5498

Mike, and Steve assigned to work with all SOPAC

the committees, and enlist others help as Mar 6 Hawaii Raceway Park, Kailua, HI 808-262-5987

needed. Limiting the number of liaisons Mar 6 Libby Army Airfield, Sierra Vista, AZ 520-378-2599

will hopefully make communications more Mar 26 Hilo Drag Strip, Hilo, HI 808-327-0362

seamless and helpful throughout the year. Mar 27 Maui Raceway Park, Kahului, HI 808-283-1705

2. 2005 rulebook Apr 3 Libby Army Airfield, Sierra Vista, AZ 520-378-2599

Discussion: As reported earlier, there Apr 3 Hawaii Raceway Park, Kailua, HI 808-262-5987

will not be a printing of the 2005 rulebook. Apr 24 Maui Raceway Park, Kahului, HI 808-283-1705

Instead, the 2004 rulebook will be avail- April 30 Hilo Drag Strip, Hilo, HI 808-327-0362

able, with 2005 rule changes available as May 1 Libby Army Airfield, Sierra Vista, AZ 520-378-2599

an addendum. The addendum should be May 1 Hawaii Raceway Park, Kailua, HI 808-262-5987

available by the convention, and will be

May 22 Maui Raceway Park, Kahului, HI 808-283-1705

made available with all 2004 rulebooks

purchased, as well as at no cost to anyone May 22 Hilo Drag Strip, Hilo, HI 808-327-0362

requesting just the addendum. Both the Jun 5 Libby Army Airfield, Sierra Vista, AZ 520-378-2599

full 2005 rulebook as well as the 2005 Jun 5 Hawaii Raceway Park, Kailua, HI 808-262-5987

addendum to the 2004 rulebook will be Jun 26 Hilo Drag Strip, Hilo, HI 808-327-0362

posted to the web. Jun 26 Maui Raceway Park, Kahului, HI 808-283-1705

3. Convention happenings Jul 3 Hawaii Raceway Park, Kailua, HI 808-262-5987

Discussion: All plans for the 2005 con- Jul 31 Maui Raceway Park, Kahului, HI 808-283-1705

vention are a go. Full minutes will follow Jul 31 Hilo Drag Strip, Hilo, HI 808-327-0362

after the convention is complete. Aug 14 Hawaii Raceway Park, Kailua, HI 808-262-5987

Aug 28 Hilo Drag Strip, Hilo, HI 808-327-0362

New business Aug 28 Maui Raceway Park, Kahului, HI 808-283-1705

1. New Rally department Sept 18 Hawaii Raceway Park, Kailua, HI 808-262-5987

Discussion: Details on the day-to-day Sept 25 Hilo Drag Strip, Hilo, HI 808-327-0362

function of the new rally department will Set 25 Maui Raceway Park, Kahului, HI 808-283-1705

be discussed at the convention. The sub- Oct 2 Hawaii Raceway Park, Kailua, HI 808-262-5987

ject of the term "Closed Course Rally", and

Oct 23 Hilo Drag Strip, Hilo, HI 808-327-0362

its potential confusion with the TSD

Course Rally series was noted, along with Oct 30 Maui Raceway Park, Kahului, HI 808-283-1705

our request that a different name be con- Nov 13 Hawaii Raceway Park, Kailua, HI 808-262-5987

sidered. We may also consider changing Nov 20 Maui Raceway Park, Kahului, HI 808-283-1705

the name of the TSD Course Rally series to Nov 27 Hilo Drag Strip, Hilo, HI 808-327-0362

something more descriptive of the series Dec 11 Maui Raceway Park, Kahului, HI 808-283-1705

(such as trap rally series or logic rally Dec 18 Hilo Drag Strip, Hilo, HI 808-327-0362

series) to further clarify the situation. Dec 26 Hawaii Raceway Park, Kailua, HI 808-262-5987

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Action items Mar 6 Gulf Greyhound Park, LaMarque, TX 281-474-4368

- All: Prepare topics of discussion for the Apr 24 Gulf Greyhound Park, LaMarque, TX 281-474-4368

convention May 29 Gulf Greyhound Park, LaMarque, TX 281-474-4368

- Steve: Work with Sue on webpage July 2 Gulf Greyhound Park, LaMarque, TX 281-474-4368

development Aug 6 Gulf Greyhound Park, LaMarque, TX 281-474-4368

- Steve: Complete the first newsletter for Aug 14-15 Gulf Greyhound Park, LaMarque, TX 281-474-4368

the convention Sept 4 Gulf Greyhound Park, LaMarque, TX 281-474-4368

Next meeting Oct 1-2 Gulf Greyhound Park, LaMarque, TX 281-474-4368

January 27, 2005, at the SCCA Nov 6 Gulf Greyhound Park, LaMarque, TX 281-474-4368

Convention in Kansas City, Missouri. Dec 4 Gulf Greyhound Park, LaMarque, TX 281-474-4368

REGIONAL ROADRALLY

The meeting was adjourned at 9:45 pm SOPAC

CST (Ferris/Thompson). Mar 4 First Friday Niter, Mission Hills, CA 818-986-4565

Apr 1 First Friday Niter, Mission Hills, CA 818-986-4565

Respectfully submitted, May 6 First Friday Niter, Mission Hills, CA 818-986-4565

Steve Gaddy, Secretary Jun 3 First Friday Niter, Mission Hills, CA 818-986-4565





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