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F5 vs STL vs SMX vs SM pace at every track

Lap times across years say as much about the weather as the class. % of F5 is each class's best lap as a share of F5's on the same day, so the conditions drop out: 100% is level, less is quicker, and a move in it is the class getting faster or slower against the field.

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Series Runoffs Super Tour Both

Reference · what % is measured against

Tracks · untick to narrow Auto Club Speedway Barber Motorsports Park Blackhawk Farms Raceway Buttonwillow Raceway Park Circuit of St. Louis (formerly Gateway Motorsports Circuit of the Americas Daytona International Speedway Grattan Raceway Hallett Motor Racing Circuit Homestead-Miami Speedway Indianapolis Motor Speedway Laguna Seca Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course New Jersey Motorsports Park NOLA Motorsports Park Pacific Raceways Pittsburgh International Race Complex Portland International Raceway Pueblo Motorsports Park Road America Sebring International Raceway Sonoma Raceway Summit Point Raceway Thunderhill Raceway Park Virginia International Raceway Watkins Glen International Willow Springs Raceway World Wide Technology Raceway

Closest to the field: F5 100.0% of F5 Matthew Strand, Daytona International Speedway Runoffs 2015 race · STL 90.1% of F5 Danny Steyn, Virginia International Raceway Runoffs 2022 race · SM 98.1% of F5 Travis Wiley, Virginia International Raceway Runoffs 2022 race

% of F5Lap times

F5STLSMXSMsolid race · dashed qualifying · slower is lower

F5STLSMXSMsolid race · dashed qualifying · each class's best lap as a share of F5's at the same event (the reference class, changeable above); 100% is level, less is quicker, so up the chart is quicker

	Event	F5			STL					SMX					SM
	Event	Qual best	Race best	Trap	Qual best	Race best	Trap	vs F5	% of F5	Qual best	Race best	Trap	vs F5	% of F5	Qual best	Race best	Trap	vs F5	% of F5
	Road America Runoffs 20262026-09-28				2:30.537Derek Ketchie · fastest of 16 · top 5 within 2.9s-1.528s (-1.00%)	2:30.657Danny Steyn · fastest of 16 · top 5 within 0.6s-1.470s (-0.97%)	134.8Mike Taylor+2.6 mph (+2.0%)			2:36.472Skyler Cottrell · fastest of 21 · top 5 within 0.4s+0.240s (+0.15%)	2:36.414Cam Ebben · fastest of 21 · top 5 within 1.1s-0.677s (-0.43%)	128.4Christian Hoagland-0.6 mph (-0.5%)			2:42.173Brett Kowalski · fastest of 34 · top 5 within 0.3s-0.938s (-0.58%)	2:42.725Francisco Barroso · fastest of 35 · top 5 within 0.2s-1.705s (-1.04%)	119.6Wyatt Couch+0.3 mph (+0.3%)
8 rule changes (STL: 4, SMX: 2, SM: 2)2 cars added · 1 weight · 3 wording · 2 other · SM/SMX Mazda rear toe link part number revised from 0000-04-5361426 to 0000-04-5361. · SM/SMX Mazda rear toe link part number revised from 0000-04-5361426 to 0000-04-5361. · STL removes Mazda MX-5 Cup entirely; renames Spec MX5 Challenge to Spec MX5; renames Global Cup to MX-5 Cup (16-18); removes Global Cup (2019). · STL, STU weight calculation procedure clarified: positive percentages added first, negative subtracted second, then fixed weights applied. · SM/SMX part number 0000-10-6900 replaced with 0000-06-5016-KT in GCR 9.1.7.C.1.j.1.c. · SM/SMX part number 0000-10-6900 replaced with 0000-06-5016-KT in GCR 9.1.7.C.1.j.1.c. · STL adds Mazda BP 1.6, 1600cc, minimum weight 2160 lbs. · STL minimum weights increase across all engine sizes, 1300cc to 1850cc up to 195–250 lbs.showhide 2026-07-01 SM Rear Toe Link #40271wordingwordingSM/SMX Mazda rear toe link part number revised from 0000-04-5361426 to 0000-04-5361. 2026-07-01 SMX Rear Toe Link #40271wordingwordingSM/SMX Mazda rear toe link part number revised from 0000-04-5361426 to 0000-04-5361. 2026-07-01 STL Spec Line Clean Up #40344cars addedremovedcars addedSTL removes Mazda MX-5 Cup entirely; renames Spec MX5 Challenge to Spec MX5; renames Global Cup to MX-5 Cup (16-18); removes Global Cup (2019). 2026-06-01 STL Calculating Weight #40224wordingwordingSTL, STU weight calculation procedure clarified: positive percentages added first, negative subtracted second, then fixed weights applied. 2026-04-01 SM Part Number Change Request #39914otherunclearSM/SMX part number 0000-10-6900 replaced with 0000-06-5016-KT in GCR 9.1.7.C.1.j.1.c. 2026-04-01 SMX Part Number Change Request #39914otherunclearSM/SMX part number 0000-10-6900 replaced with 0000-06-5016-KT in GCR 9.1.7.C.1.j.1.c. 2026-04-01 STL Classifications #39885cars addedaddedSTL adds Mazda BP 1.6, 1600cc, minimum weight 2160 lbs. 2026-01-01 STL Weight adjustment for STL #39579weightslowerweightSTL minimum weights increase across all engine sizes, 1300cc to 1850cc up to 195–250 lbs.
	Road America Runoffs 20252025-09-29				2:32.065Jose Osiris Pena · fastest of 14 · top 5 within 3.4s+2.002s (+1.33%)	2:32.127Jose Osiris Pena · fastest of 13 · top 5 within 2.4s+1.882s (+1.25%)	132.2Jon Sewell-2.1 mph (-1.5%)			2:36.232Cam Ebben · fastest of 20 · top 5 within 0.2s+0.581s (+0.37%)	2:37.091Michael Tinis · fastest of 19 · top 5 within 0.3s+0.813s (+0.52%)	129.1Camden Gruber-0.4 mph (-0.3%)			2:43.111Bobby Gossett · fastest of 32 · top 5 within 0.3s+2.005s (+1.24%)	2:44.430Kyle Greenhill · fastest of 28 · top 5 within 0.3s+2.944s (+1.82%)	119.3Francisco Barroso-0.6 mph (-0.5%)
12 rule changes (STL: 3, SMX: 5, SM: 4)1 cars added · 1 weight · 8 wording · 2 other · Lotus Evora GT4 minimum weight drops to 2700 lbs; Elise Cup R to 2250 lbs; Elise SC and Exige SC to 2450–2550 lbs. · SMX drivers must submit data acquisition files on time or face suspension and $250 fine. · SMX penalty language clarified: level 1 and 3 infractions may carry $1,000 fines, level 2 and 4 may carry $500 fines. · SMX drivers must submit data acquisition files on time or face suspension and $250 fine. · SMX penalty language clarified: level 1 and 3 infractions may carry $1,000 fines, level 2 and 4 may carry $500 fines. · SM tire marking rules clarified: one Hoosier SM 7.5 P205/50/ZR17 set per Super Tour weekend, impound after first dry session, damaged tires may be replaced with used tires only. · SMX tire marking rules clarified: one set Toyo RR P235/40/ZR17 per weekend, impound after first dry session, damaged tires may be replaced with used only. · SMX competitors must submit AiM data files within 60 minutes instead of 30 after timed sessions. · STL Mazda MX5 Challenge minimum weight now references GCR 9.1.7.1; mandatory component spec list removed, alternative tires only allowed. · SMX OE instrument cluster must stay unmodified and connected; aftermarket dash allowed if wiring only re-routed; alternate gauges now permitted; foot pedal comfort mods allowed without relocation. · SMX OE instrument cluster must stay unmodified and connected; aftermarket dash allowed if wiring only re-routed; alternate gauges now permitted; foot pedal comfort mods allowed without relocation. · STL STU Mazda Miata alternate front hubs Mazda Motorsports Development Part #0000-04-5HUB-S1 approved.showhide 2025-08-01 STL Lotus Weight Reduction #38772weight -50 lbsfasterweightLotus Evora GT4 minimum weight drops to 2700 lbs; Elise Cup R to 2250 lbs; Elise SC and Exige SC to 2450–2550 lbs. 2025-06-01 SM SMX Data Submission - Penalties #38248otheraddedSMX drivers must submit data acquisition files on time or face suspension and $250 fine. 2025-06-01 SM Committee) SMX Penaly Clarification updated language #38337wordingwordingSMX penalty language clarified: level 1 and 3 infractions may carry $1,000 fines, level 2 and 4 may carry $500 fines. 2025-06-01 SMX SMX Data Submission - Penalties #38248otheraddedSMX drivers must submit data acquisition files on time or face suspension and $250 fine. 2025-06-01 SMX Committee) SMX Penaly Clarification updated language #38337wordingwordingSMX penalty language clarified: level 1 and 3 infractions may carry $1,000 fines, level 2 and 4 may carry $500 fines. 2025-05-01 SM Clarify Tire Marking Regs #38005wordingwordingSM tire marking rules clarified: one Hoosier SM 7.5 P205/50/ZR17 set per Super Tour weekend, impound after first dry session, damaged tires may be replaced with used tires only. 2025-05-01 SMX Clarify Tire Marking Regs #38004wordingwordingSMX tire marking rules clarified: one set Toyo RR P235/40/ZR17 per weekend, impound after first dry session, damaged tires may be replaced with used only. 2025-05-01 SMX SMX Data Submission Timeframe #38039wordingwordingSMX competitors must submit AiM data files within 60 minutes instead of 30 after timed sessions. 2025-05-01 STL E&O: SMX Allowance in STL #37945wordingunclearSTL Mazda MX5 Challenge minimum weight now references GCR 9.1.7.1; mandatory component spec list removed, alternative tires only allowed. 2024-12-01 SM E&O SMX Regs 9.1.7.1.D.5.u-.w #37070wordingwordingSMX OE instrument cluster must stay unmodified and connected; aftermarket dash allowed if wiring only re-routed; alternate gauges now permitted; foot pedal comfort mods allowed without relocation. 2024-12-01 SMX E&O SMX Regs 9.1.7.1.D.5.u-.w #37070wordingwordingSMX OE instrument cluster must stay unmodified and connected; aftermarket dash allowed if wiring only re-routed; alternate gauges now permitted; foot pedal comfort mods allowed without relocation. 2024-12-01 STL Request to Remove Miata Hubs from General category #37138cars addedaddedSTL STU Mazda Miata alternate front hubs Mazda Motorsports Development Part #0000-04-5HUB-S1 approved.
	Road America Runoffs 20242024-10-01				2:30.063Joe Moser · fastest of 18 · top 5 within 3.7s-1.357s (-0.90%)	2:30.245Joe Moser · fastest of 16 · top 5 within 4.2s-1.870s (-1.23%)	134.3Joe Moser+1.3 mph (+1.0%)			2:35.651Ethan Lampe · fastest of 23 · top 5 within 0.7s	2:36.278Ethan Jacobs · fastest of 22 · top 5 within 0.7s	129.5Michael Borden			2:41.106Ethan Goulart · fastest of 49 · top 5 within 0.5s-1.103s (-0.68%)	2:41.486Brett Kowalski · fastest of 43 · top 5 within 0.3s-2.262s (-1.38%)	119.9Alex Bertagnoli-1.4 mph (-1.2%)
12 rule changes (STL: 4, SMX: 4, SM: 4)4 engine · 1 aero · 1 weight · 4 wording · 2 other · SMX Spec MX-5 camera requirement: non-functioning recorder now will instead of may warrant penalty or disqualification. · SM and SMX must run latest AIM Data Logger Spec MX-5 ECU Protocol, effective 2024-09-01. · SMX Mazda MX-5 OE versus OEM definitions clarified in GCR section 9.1.7.1; wording change only. · SM and SMX now allow an alternate shifter bushing at the bottom of the shift lever. · SMX Spec MX-5 camera requirement: non-functioning recorder now will instead of may warrant penalty or disqualification. · SM and SMX must run latest AIM Data Logger Spec MX-5 ECU Protocol, effective 2024-09-01. · SMX Mazda MX-5 OE versus OEM definitions clarified in GCR section 9.1.7.1; wording change only. · SM and SMX now allow an alternate shifter bushing at the bottom of the shift lever. · STL and STU now permit electric power steering pumps, OEM electric-assisted steering, or column-mounted electric steering assist systems. · STL normally aspirated minimum weights reduced: 1900cc to 2540 lbs, 1950cc to 2583 lbs, 2000cc to 2625 lbs; short-wheelbase FWD adds 1.25%; Honda B16/B17/B18C1 throttle to 51mm, B18C Type R and Mazda MZR to 50mm. · STL Mazda 12A: 5th and 6th intake port actuators and valves may no longer be removed or disabled. · STL 79-85 RX7 12A now allows auto-type 2 bbl carburetor with 42mm choke on dual-y manifold, not just stock Nikki.showhide 2024-09-01 SM SMX Camera Rule Correction #36496wordingwordingSMX Spec MX-5 camera requirement: non-functioning recorder now will instead of may warrant penalty or disqualification. 2024-09-01 SM Committee) AIM ECU Protocol #36556engineaddedengineSM and SMX must run latest AIM Data Logger Spec MX-5 ECU Protocol, effective 2024-09-01. 2024-09-01 SM Committee) OE versus OEM Definitons #36608wordingwordingSMX Mazda MX-5 OE versus OEM definitions clarified in GCR section 9.1.7.1; wording change only. 2024-09-01 SM Committee) Shifter Bushing #36611otheraddedSM and SMX now allow an alternate shifter bushing at the bottom of the shift lever. 2024-09-01 SMX SMX Camera Rule Correction #36496wordingwordingSMX Spec MX-5 camera requirement: non-functioning recorder now will instead of may warrant penalty or disqualification. 2024-09-01 SMX Committee) AIM ECU Protocol #36556engineaddedengineSM and SMX must run latest AIM Data Logger Spec MX-5 ECU Protocol, effective 2024-09-01. 2024-09-01 SMX Committee) OE versus OEM Definitons #36608wordingwordingSMX Mazda MX-5 OE versus OEM definitions clarified in GCR section 9.1.7.1; wording change only. 2024-09-01 SMX Committee) Shifter Bushing #36611otheraddedSM and SMX now allow an alternate shifter bushing at the bottom of the shift lever. 2024-02-01 STL ST Electric-Assisted Steering Systems #35066aeroaddedaeroSTL and STU now permit electric power steering pumps, OEM electric-assisted steering, or column-mounted electric steering assist systems. 2024-02-01 STL BOP Adjustments #35112weightfasterweightSTL normally aspirated minimum weights reduced: 1900cc to 2540 lbs, 1950cc to 2583 lbs, 2000cc to 2625 lbs; short-wheelbase FWD adds 1.25%; Honda B16/B17/B18C1 throttle to 51mm, B18C Type R and Mazda MZR to 50mm. 2024-02-01 STL Mazda 12A #35320engineremovedengineSTL Mazda 12A: 5th and 6th intake port actuators and valves may no longer be removed or disabled. 2024-01-01 STL Alternate Carburetor Request for 79-85 RX7 12a #35181engineaddedengineSTL 79-85 RX7 12A now allows auto-type 2 bbl carburetor with 42mm choke on dual-y manifold, not just stock Nikki.
	Virginia International Raceway Runoffs 20232023-09-23				2:05.779Danny Steyn · fastest of 22 · top 5 within 3.4s+0.305s (+0.24%)	2:06.682Joe Moser · fastest of 20 · top 5 within 1.5s-1.150s (-0.90%)	131.8Danny Steyn+0.1 mph (+0.1%)			2:11.435Nathan Nicholson · fastest of 18 · top 5 within 0.6s	2:12.616Noah Harmon · fastest of 16 · top 5 within 0.1s	127.8Noah Harmon			2:14.986Danny Steyn · fastest of 52 · top 5 within 0.1s+0.322s (+0.24%)	2:16.229Julian DaCosta · fastest of 46 · top 5 within 0.3s-2.878s (-2.07%)	120.3Jim Drago+1.1 mph (+0.9%)
3 rule changes (STL: 2, SM: 1)1 cars added · 1 weight · 1 wording · STL ITA and ITS RX7, and ITS/ITA/ITB/ITC 1985+ models clarified to require tires per 9.1.4.2. · SM Mazda MX-5 Miata 01-05 minimum weight rises to 2450 lbs, or 2465 with alternate bore. · Spec MX5 in STL allows ACT clutch 0000-02-5004-G6, wheels 17x8, Toyo RR and RA1 235-40-17 tyres, or alternatives on 17x7 per rules.showhide 2023-06-01 STL Clarify STL table B - IT spec notes on Tires #34187wordingwordingSTL ITA and ITS RX7, and ITS/ITA/ITB/ITC 1985+ models clarified to require tires per 9.1.4.2. 2023-01-01 SM BOP for NB1 and NB2 #32309weightslowerweightSM Mazda MX-5 Miata 01-05 minimum weight rises to 2450 lbs, or 2465 with alternate bore. 2023-01-01 STL Spec MX5 in STL #33473cars addedaddedSpec MX5 in STL allows ACT clutch 0000-02-5004-G6, wheels 17x8, Toyo RR and RA1 235-40-17 tyres, or alternatives on 17x7 per rules.
	Virginia International Raceway Runoffs 20222022-09-24	1:57.689James Weida · fastest of 11 · top 5 within 3.9s+0.328s (+0.28%)	2:21.862Sven de Vries · fastest of 10 · top 5 within 14.3s+24.290s (+20.66%)	142.9Calvin Stewart+0.1 mph (+0.1%)	2:05.474Danny Steyn · fastest of 24 · top 5 within 2.3s-1.729s (-1.36%)	2:07.832Danny Steyn · fastest of 22 · top 5 within 1.9s+0.559s (+0.44%)	131.7Trever Degioanni-3.2 mph (-2.3%)	-14.030squal +7.785s	90.1%qual 106.6%						2:14.664Danny Steyn · fastest of 60 · top 5 within 0.2s+0.112s (+0.08%)	2:19.107Travis Wiley · fastest of 58 · top 5 within 0.9s+2.648s (+1.94%)	119.2Jonathan Neudorf-0.6 mph (-0.5%)	-2.755squal +16.975s	98.1%qual 114.4%
12 rule changes (F5: 6, STL: 5, SM: 1)2 engine · 1 tyres & wheels · 1 weight · 6 wording · 2 other · F500 Rotax 493 and 593 intake boots: removed Moto Tassinari V3124-873B-2 from 493/593 non-HO allowance, added Moto Tassinari V3120-794A-2 option for non-HO. · F500 Rotax engines now permit Ingi Tech Sparker ignition DCP-CDI-P2 as alternate ECU. · F500 clarifies stepped diameter exhaust headers prohibited except at cylinder head flange area. · F500 Rotax 593 intake boot options clarified; oil injection pump removal now permitted. · SM Majors must run authorized Penske shock and mount; Regional competitors not required until further evaluation. · F500 Majors and Runoffs cars must install AIM part #X47KPFSOLO2R0 data box mount for Solo or Solo 2. · STU single throttle body weight reduction removed; minimum weights revised down to 2990 lbs at 3000cc from 3300 lbs. · STL and STU Improved Touring vehicles must now conform to section 9.1.4 Tires & Wheels. · F5 cars must install AIM part #X47KPFSOLO2R0 data box mount for Majors and Runoffs. · STL/STU intake manifold and cylinder head porting clarified as free; intake and exhaust porting wording removed. · STL Mazda Renesis flat plate restrictor increases from 55mm to 60mm. · STL 79-85 RX7 12A allows emissions removal and jet correction on stock Nikki carb.showhide 2022-09-01 F5 Intake Boots Correction #33028wordingwordingF500 Rotax 493 and 593 intake boots: removed Moto Tassinari V3124-873B-2 from 493/593 non-HO allowance, added Moto Tassinari V3120-794A-2 option for non-HO. 2022-08-01 F5 Ensure availability of ECU for Rotax engines #32695engineaddedengineF500 Rotax engines now permit Ingi Tech Sparker ignition DCP-CDI-P2 as alternate ECU. 2022-07-01 F5 Clarify stepped exhaust header references #32743wordingwordingF500 clarifies stepped diameter exhaust headers prohibited except at cylinder head flange area. 2022-06-01 F5 593 carb boot availability and oil pump clarification #32527wordingwordingF500 Rotax 593 intake boot options clarified; oil injection pump removal now permitted. 2022-04-01 SM Update GCR Section 9.1.7.3.A.1. #32217wordingwordingSM Majors must run authorized Penske shock and mount; Regional competitors not required until further evaluation. 2022-03-01 F5 E&O class name #32194otheraddedF500 Majors and Runoffs cars must install AIM part #X47KPFSOLO2R0 data box mount for Solo or Solo 2. 2022-03-01 STL Single TB Weight Modifiers #31449weightfasterweightSTU single throttle body weight reduction removed; minimum weights revised down to 2990 lbs at 3000cc from 3300 lbs. 2022-03-01 STL Improved Touring Tires #32063tyres & wheelstyres & wheelsSTL and STU Improved Touring vehicles must now conform to section 9.1.4 Tires & Wheels. 2022-01-01 F5 Data Box Mounting Plate #31638otheraddedF5 cars must install AIM part #X47KPFSOLO2R0 data box mount for Majors and Runoffs. 2022-01-01 STL Throttling Device Clarification #31323wordingwordingSTL/STU intake manifold and cylinder head porting clarified as free; intake and exhaust porting wording removed. 2022-01-01 STL Mazda Renesis Restriction #31467enginefasterengineSTL Mazda Renesis flat plate restrictor increases from 55mm to 60mm. 2022-01-01 STL Clarification of 79-85 RX7 Spec line #31621wordingwordingSTL 79-85 RX7 12A allows emissions removal and jet correction on stock Nikki carb.
	Indianapolis Motor Speedway Runoffs 20212021-09-25	1:42.619Ryan Mayfield · fastest of 22 · top 5 within 1.6s-0.517s (-0.50%)	1:43.140Sven de Vries · fastest of 20 · top 5 within 1.7s+0.280s (+0.27%)	144.4James Weida	1:51.665Danny Steyn · fastest of 42 · top 5 within 1.7s-0.982s (-0.87%)	2:02.711Joe Moser · fastest of 37 · top 5 within 3.2s+10.122s (+8.99%)	131.8Max Gee	+19.571squal +9.046s	119.0%qual 108.8%						1:57.695Brian Henderson · fastest of 90 · top 5 within 0.5s-0.611s (-0.52%)	1:58.837Brian Henderson · fastest of 88 · top 5 within 0.3s-0.263s (-0.22%)	119.8Kyle Greenhill	+15.697squal +15.076s	115.2%qual 114.7%
19 rule changes (F5: 3, STL: 15, SM: 1)3 cars added · 3 engine · 2 aero · 2 weight · 1 induction · 1 suspension & brakes · 5 wording · 2 other · STL Mazda Spec MX-5 removes redundant specification line referencing 2014 regulations. · F5 clarifies mechanical shifting only; throttle-cut and flat-shifter devices permitted if driver retains full control. · F5 single-seat open-wheel cars: rigid suspension becomes limited suspension in class definition. · F500 Rotax 593 HO engine now permitted; 875 lbs minimum weight, MA0242SP1020A or MA0242SP1063A restrictor, specific intake boots and piston required. · STL Volkswagen 2.0L TFSI 1984 cc engine permitted without turbocharger, meeting all other STL specs. · STL Pontiac Solstice/Saturn Sky allowed 4 inch ride height. · STL Mazda B5 DOHC added to class; must meet all STL regulations. · STL Honda B16A (JDM) restrictor reduced from 54mm to 53mm. · SM adds procedure for CRB-approved obsolete parts and BOP testing in sanctioned events with point forfeiture. · ST oil coolers and filters now explicitly listed as addable or substitutable parts in vents and breathers section. · STL GM Ecotec LNF now permits any Ecotec engine family with 55mm flat plate restrictor. · ST 90-05 Mazda Miata allowed alternate front wheel hub Mazda Motorsports Development Part #0000-04-5HUB-S1. · ST cars may now relocate ABS actuation hardware and wiring anywhere in the engine compartment. · STL rear wing trailing edge may be mounted no further rearward than the center of the rearmost part approved bodywork. · STL alternate transmissions now allow OEM gear sets and input shaft modifications for fitment. · STL RWD strut-front cars lose 2.5% weight penalty, others lose 3% penalty for FWD parity. · STL Honda F20C drops 2% weight penalty, minimum weight reduced. · STL Honda B16/B17/B18C1 restrictor reduced to 53mm, B18C variants and Mazda MZR to 52mm. · ST aero devices and reference areas must include end plates, exclude fasteners under 1/2" protrusion.showhide 2021-09-01 STL Request to clean up Spec MX-5 Redundancy #31069wordingwordingSTL Mazda Spec MX-5 removes redundant specification line referencing 2014 regulations. 2021-08-01 F5 Clarify allowable assisted shifting systems #30871wordingwordingF5 clarifies mechanical shifting only; throttle-cut and flat-shifter devices permitted if driver retains full control. 2021-08-01 F5 Request to correct terminology #30976wordingwordingF5 single-seat open-wheel cars: rigid suspension becomes limited suspension in class definition. 2021-06-01 F5 Request to Allow Rotax 593 HO Engine #30712cars addedaddedF500 Rotax 593 HO engine now permitted; 875 lbs minimum weight, MA0242SP1020A or MA0242SP1063A restrictor, specific intake boots and piston required. 2021-06-01 STL VW Engine Request #30625engineaddedengineSTL Volkswagen 2.0L TFSI 1984 cc engine permitted without turbocharger, meeting all other STL specs. 2021-05-01 STL Solstice Ride Height #30183otheraddedSTL Pontiac Solstice/Saturn Sky allowed 4 inch ride height. 2021-05-01 STL Request Mazda B5 DOHC #30420cars addedaddedSTL Mazda B5 DOHC added to class; must meet all STL regulations. 2021-05-01 STL Honda B16A (JDM) Restrictor change #30531engineslowerengineSTL Honda B16A (JDM) restrictor reduced from 54mm to 53mm. 2021-04-01 SM Updates - Obsolete Parts & BOP Parts #30438wordingaddedSM adds procedure for CRB-approved obsolete parts and BOP testing in sanctioned events with point forfeiture. 2021-04-01 STL ST Oil Coolers E&O Correction to 9.1.4.2.H #30388wordingwordingST oil coolers and filters now explicitly listed as addable or substitutable parts in vents and breathers section. 2021-03-01 STL GM Ecotec engines in STL #30247engineaddedengineSTL GM Ecotec LNF now permits any Ecotec engine family with 55mm flat plate restrictor. 2021-03-01 STL Super Touring Alternate Miata Hubs #30345cars addedaddedST 90-05 Mazda Miata allowed alternate front wheel hub Mazda Motorsports Development Part #0000-04-5HUB-S1. 2021-02-01 STL Brake Component Relocation #29990suspension & brakessuspension & brakesST cars may now relocate ABS actuation hardware and wiring anywhere in the engine compartment. 2021-02-01 STL Super Touring Wing Clarification #30111aeroaeroSTL rear wing trailing edge may be mounted no further rearward than the center of the rearmost part approved bodywork. 2021-02-01 STL Transmission Options #30118otheraddedSTL alternate transmissions now allow OEM gear sets and input shaft modifications for fitment. 2021-01-01 STL Request for FWD and RWD Parity #29728weightfasterweightSTL RWD strut-front cars lose 2.5% weight penalty, others lose 3% penalty for FWD parity. 2021-01-01 STL Request to Remove Honda F20C 2% Weight Penalty #29815weightfasterweightSTL Honda F20C drops 2% weight penalty, minimum weight reduced. 2021-01-01 STL Request for FWD and RWD Parity #30023inductionslowerinductionSTL Honda B16/B17/B18C1 restrictor reduced to 53mm, B18C variants and Mazda MZR to 52mm. 2020-12-01 STL Request clarification on wing measurement #29640aeroaeroST aero devices and reference areas must include end plates, exclude fasteners under 1/2" protrusion.
	Road America Runoffs 20202020-10-02	2:20.954Calvin Stewart · fastest of 16 · top 5 within 1.8s	2:21.391James Weida · fastest of 14 · top 5 within 1.5s	143.2Aaron Ellis	2:31.420Danny Steyn · fastest of 33 · top 5 within 3.1s	2:32.115Joe Moser · fastest of 30 · top 5 within 1.5s	132.9Darin Treakle	+10.724squal +10.466s	107.6%qual 107.4%						2:42.209Kyle Greenhill · fastest of 77 · top 5 within 0.5s	2:43.748Preston Pardus · fastest of 75 · top 5 within 1.0s	121.3Kyle Greenhill	+22.357squal +21.255s	115.8%qual 115.1%
19 rule changes (F5: 6, STL: 11, SM: 2)6 engine · 4 cars added · 1 induction · 1 suspension & brakes · 7 wording · F500 Suzuki GSXR600 engine years extended from 2003-2013 to 2003-2019. · SM allows aftermarket radiators in original location with stock OEM cooling fan, and permits 1990-1997 cars to install upper radiator seal NA75-50-OK7A. · SM rear brake caliper may use single bracket under upper retaining bolt head to prevent pin failure. · STL and STU clarify weight adjustment calculation order: engine adjustments first, then chassis percentage additions, subtractions, and fixed pounds. · STL STU rear wing Gurney flap terminology clarified from wicker to Gurney flap in mounting and chord rules. · F5 request to adjust external jetting device cockpit control denied; no rule change made. · F5 driver adjustable carburettor mixture: refer to separate Fastrack letter #28359 for ruling. · F5 cockpit adjustment request response published in Fastrack letter 28359. · GT3 and STU add Borg-Warner EFR6258 turbocharger to approved turbo lists. · STL adds Mazda MX-5 Global Cup 16-18 at 2450 lbs minimum and 2019 at 2550 lbs minimum. · STL Mazda MX-5 Club 06-15 allowed header part number 0000-06-5407-NC. · STL Acura/Honda B18 and B18C engines: restrictor sizes swapped, B18C1 removed from allowed variants. · STL Honda B18 loses 53mm restrictor requirement; B18C1 added with 54mm restrictor, B18C1 removed from other variants. · STU GM Ecotech LNF now permitted without turbo, with LE5 head and intake manifold, meeting STL specs. · STL Mazda MZR restrictor reduced from 54 mm to 53 mm. · STL Mazda MZR restrictor reduces from 55 mm to 53 mm. · STL Mazda Spec MX5 Challenge adds approved wheel part numbers 0000-04-5706-GM, 0000-04-5706-SL to notes. · F500 Honda CBR600RR, Suzuki GSXR600, Yamaha R6 restrictor reduced to 28mm from 29mm.showhide 2020-10-01 F5 Request to Update Suzuki Engine Years for F500 #29453engineaddedengineF500 Suzuki GSXR600 engine years extended from 2003-2013 to 2003-2019. 2020-10-01 SM Radiator E&O Clarifications #29294wordingwordingSM allows aftermarket radiators in original location with stock OEM cooling fan, and permits 1990-1997 cars to install upper radiator seal NA75-50-OK7A. 2020-08-01 SM Modifications to prevent failures of Rear Brake Caliper Pin #28953suspension & brakessuspension & brakesSM rear brake caliper may use single bracket under upper retaining bolt head to prevent pin failure. 2020-08-01 STL Minimum Weight Determination #27695wordingwordingSTL and STU clarify weight adjustment calculation order: engine adjustments first, then chassis percentage additions, subtractions, and fixed pounds. 2020-08-01 STL ST Gurney flap Wicker clarification #29012wordingwordingSTL STU rear wing Gurney flap terminology clarified from wicker to Gurney flap in mounting and chord rules. 2020-07-01 F5 Request for Cockpit Adjustment of External Jetting Devices #28359wordingunclearF5 request to adjust external jetting device cockpit control denied; no rule change made. 2020-07-01 F5 Two Stroke Motors (reply to #28359 WDYT) #28816engine 2020-07-01 F5 Re letter requesting driver adjustable carb mixture #28840wordingunclearF5 driver adjustable carburettor mixture: refer to separate Fastrack letter #28359 for ruling. 2020-07-01 F5 #28359 WDYT Request for Cockpit Adjustment #28875wordingunclearF5 cockpit adjustment request response published in Fastrack letter 28359. 2020-07-01 STL Request for Addition to GT3 Approved Turbo List #27576cars addedaddedGT3 and STU add Borg-Warner EFR6258 turbocharger to approved turbo lists. 2020-06-01 STL Request to add 2016-2019 GMX-5 Spec line #28604cars addedaddedSTL adds Mazda MX-5 Global Cup 16-18 at 2450 lbs minimum and 2019 at 2550 lbs minimum. 2020-06-01 STL Request to update PN for MX-5 #28622cars addedaddedSTL Mazda MX-5 Club 06-15 allowed header part number 0000-06-5407-NC. 2020-06-01 STL Correction - Clarification Honda/Acura B18B engine Letter # 26209 #28873wordingwordingSTL Acura/Honda B18 and B18C engines: restrictor sizes swapped, B18C1 removed from allowed variants. 2020-05-01 STL STL Honda B18 restrictor changes #28794enginefasterengineSTL Honda B18 loses 53mm restrictor requirement; B18C1 added with 54mm restrictor, B18C1 removed from other variants. 2020-04-01 STL Change GM LNF 2.0 Allowance to LSJ Engine for Viable STL 2.0 #27884engineaddedengineSTU GM Ecotech LNF now permitted without turbo, with LE5 head and intake manifold, meeting STL specs. 2020-04-01 STL Acura/Honda B18C engine chart. Reduce the current 54 mm flat plat #28663engineslowerengineSTL Mazda MZR restrictor reduced from 54 mm to 53 mm. 2020-04-01 STL Mazda MZR engine chart. Reduce the current 55 mm flat plate to 53 #28664engineslowerengineSTL Mazda MZR restrictor reduces from 55 mm to 53 mm. 2020-03-01 STL Request to add wheel part numbers #28342cars addedaddedSTL Mazda Spec MX5 Challenge adds approved wheel part numbers 0000-04-5706-GM, 0000-04-5706-SL to notes. 2020-01-01 F5 Change 600cc restrictor size #27883inductionslowerinductionF500 Honda CBR600RR, Suzuki GSXR600, Yamaha R6 restrictor reduced to 28mm from 29mm.
	Virginia International Raceway Runoffs 20192019-10-05	1:57.361Wiley Mcmahan · fastest of 15 · top 5 within 3.8s	1:57.572Wiley Mcmahan · fastest of 15 · top 5 within 4.0s	142.8Eric McRee	2:07.203Danny Steyn · fastest of 36 · top 5 within 1.8s	2:07.273Cliff Ira · fastest of 35 · top 5 within 1.4s	134.8Cliff Ira	+9.701squal +9.842s	108.3%qual 108.4%						2:14.552Todd Buras · fastest of 60 · top 5 within 0.2s	2:16.459Elivan Goulart · fastest of 56 · top 5 within 0.4s	119.8Jim Drago	+18.887squal +17.191s	116.1%qual 114.6%
16 rule changes (F5: 1, STL: 11, SM: 4)3 cars added · 3 engine · 2 weight · 4 wording · 4 other · STL adds Mazda Spec MX-5 Challenge, 2000cc displacement, 2500 lb minimum weight, with mandatory Roush, Penske, Eibach, and other specified components. · F500 Honda CBR600RR, Suzuki GSXR600, and Yamaha R6 minimum weights increase to 900 lbs. · STU allows alternate intake manifolds on case-by-case basis; stock throttle device and manifold otherwise required. · STL Acura/Honda B18 except C engine restrictor increased from 53mm to 54mm flat plate. · STL and STU ride height measurement clarified: lowest rocker panel point without driver, excluding pinch weld. · SM fuel pump and filter now permitted as Mazda or OEM equivalent part. · STL adds VW 1.8L R4 20VT 1781 cc, 1781 minimum weight, naturally aspirated only. · STL Mazda Renesis minimum weight reduced to 2700 lbs. · STL Mazda MX-5 Cup brake pad compound now open. · STL adds Acura/Honda B18C1 GSR with 1797cc displacement, 54mm flat plate restrictor required, porting outside 1" allowance prohibited. · STL Mazda 12 and 13B now permit port matching; porting ban removed. · SM allows factory Mazda ECU and injector harnesses (P/N 0000-10-020E-99, 0000-10-080D-99) on 1999–2000 model year cars, unmodified. · SM electrical rules reorganized and clarified; alternator now externally regulated only by OEM ECU or master kill switch; harness repair by splicing permitted. · SM tire tread protrusion language removed from GCR 9.1.7.C.5. · STL B17 now requires 54mm flat plate restrictor; B18C Type R variants move to 54mm restrictor, weight chart baseline. · STL Mazda Miata removes maximum displacement limit; minimum weight corrected to unspecified figure.showhide 2019-10-01 STL Request to Classify Spec MX-5 Challenge in STL #27399cars addedaddedSTL adds Mazda Spec MX-5 Challenge, 2000cc displacement, 2500 lb minimum weight, with mandatory Roush, Penske, Eibach, and other specified components. 2019-08-31 F5 Request for Weight Increase for Motorcycle Powered Cars #27214weight +25 lbsslowerweightF500 Honda CBR600RR, Suzuki GSXR600, and Yamaha R6 minimum weights increase to 900 lbs. 2019-07-01 STL Request clarification for manifold and throttle in STU #27004wordingwordingSTU allows alternate intake manifolds on case-by-case basis; stock throttle device and manifold otherwise required. 2019-05-31 STL Request Restrictor Plate correction #26779enginefasterengineSTL Acura/Honda B18 except C engine restrictor increased from 53mm to 54mm flat plate. 2019-05-01 STL Request Ride Height Clarification #26597wordingwordingSTL and STU ride height measurement clarified: lowest rocker panel point without driver, excluding pinch weld. 2019-03-01 SM Request to allow aftermarket fuel filters. #26370otheraddedSM fuel pump and filter now permitted as Mazda or OEM equivalent part. 2019-03-01 STL Request to Allow VW 1.8L Engine #25614cars addedaddedSTL adds VW 1.8L R4 20VT 1781 cc, 1781 minimum weight, naturally aspirated only. 2019-03-01 STL Request to reduce weight of RX8 with Renesis rotary #25781weight -100 lbsfasterweightSTL Mazda Renesis minimum weight reduced to 2700 lbs. 2019-03-01 STL Request for Open Brake Pads On Mazda MX-5 Cup NC #25821otheraddedSTL Mazda MX-5 Cup brake pad compound now open. 2019-03-01 STL Request to clarify B18C1 GSR Honda B motor table #26209cars addedaddedSTL adds Acura/Honda B18C1 GSR with 1797cc displacement, 54mm flat plate restrictor required, porting outside 1" allowance prohibited. 2019-03-01 STL Port Matching #26415enginefasterengineSTL Mazda 12 and 13B now permit port matching; porting ban removed. 2019-02-01 SM Request 99-00 replacement Wire harnesses #25602otheraddedSM allows factory Mazda ECU and injector harnesses (P/N 0000-10-020E-99, 0000-10-080D-99) on 1999–2000 model year cars, unmodified. 2019-02-01 SM Organize and Clarify 9.1.7.C.1.o. #25913wordingwordingSM electrical rules reorganized and clarified; alternator now externally regulated only by OEM ECU or master kill switch; harness repair by splicing permitted. 2019-02-01 SM Strike Tire Tread Language #26123wordingremovedSM tire tread protrusion language removed from GCR 9.1.7.C.5. 2019-01-01 STL Request to equalize FPR Reduction on all B-Series Vtec Engines #24746enginefasterengineSTL B17 now requires 54mm flat plate restrictor; B18C Type R variants move to 54mm restrictor, weight chart baseline. 2019-01-01 STL Request E&O for Mazda Miata Spec Line #25955otherunclearSTL Mazda Miata removes maximum displacement limit; minimum weight corrected to unspecified figure.
	Sonoma Raceway Runoffs 20182018-10-10	1:41.807Jeff Jorgenson · fastest of 5 · top 5 within 6.6s	1:42.491David Lapham · fastest of 5 · top 5 within 9.5s	113.3David Lapham	1:49.138Danny Steyn · fastest of 19 · top 5 within 2.5s	1:49.754Danny Steyn · fastest of 17 · top 5 within 2.5s	103.2Craig McHaffie	+7.263squal +7.331s	107.1%qual 107.2%						1:54.355Ken Sutherland · fastest of 48 · top 5 within 0.7s	1:55.278Michael Carter · fastest of 48 · top 5 within 0.3s	102.2Danny Steyn	+12.787squal +12.548s	112.5%qual 112.3%
No rule changes on record between these events
	Indianapolis Motor Speedway Runoffs 20172017-09-25	1:43.136Wiley Clinton McMahan · fastest of 38 · top 5 within 1.4s	1:42.860Wiley Clinton McMahan · fastest of 37 · top 5 within 1.6s		1:52.647Adam Roberts · fastest of 57 · top 5 within 0.8s	1:52.589Eric Kutil · fastest of 50 · top 5 within 1.2s		+9.729squal +9.511s	109.5%qual 109.2%						1:58.306Chris Haldeman · fastest of 86 · top 5 within 0.5s	1:59.100Michael Gagliardo · fastest of 83 · top 5 within 0.6s		+16.240squal +15.170s	115.8%qual 114.7%
No rule changes on record between these events
	Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course Runoffs 20162016-09-19	1:28.528Calvin Stewart · fastest of 14 · top 5 within 3.9s	1:29.853Steven Thompson · fastest of 12 · top 5 within 4.5s		1:35.439John Schmitt · fastest of 34 · top 5 within 1.5s	1:36.625Kevin Boehm · fastest of 31 · top 5 within 0.6s		+6.772squal +6.911s	107.5%qual 107.8%						1:40.514Justin Hille · fastest of 45 · top 5 within 0.3s	1:40.764Michael Carter · fastest of 44 · top 5 within 0.3s		+10.911squal +11.986s	112.1%qual 113.5%
No rule changes on record between these events
	Daytona International Speedway Runoffs 20152015-09-21	2:01.824W. Clint McMahan · fastest of 16 · top 5 within 3.0s	2:03.298Matthew Strand · fastest of 15 · top 5 within 4.9s		2:09.672Kevin Boehm · fastest of 37 · top 5 within 2.5s	2:10.269Kevin Boehm · fastest of 37 · top 5 within 2.1s		+6.971squal +7.848s	105.7%qual 106.4%						2:18.661Andrew Carbonell · fastest of 62 · top 5 within 0.6s	2:24.067Todd Lamb · fastest of 59 · top 5 within 0.8s		+20.769squal +16.837s	116.8%qual 113.8%

By track

Track	Events	Typical % of F5	Best	Latest
Road America	4	100.0%1 of 4 with F5	100.0%Runoffs 2020	100.0%Runoffs 2020
Virginia International Raceway	3	100.0%2 of 3 with F5	100.0%Runoffs 2019	100.0%Runoffs 2022
Indianapolis Motor Speedway	2	100.0%	100.0%Runoffs 2017	100.0%Runoffs 2021
Daytona International Speedway	1	100.0%	100.0%Runoffs 2015	100.0%Runoffs 2015
Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course	1	100.0%	100.0%Runoffs 2016	100.0%Runoffs 2016
Sonoma Raceway	1	100.0%	100.0%Runoffs 2018	100.0%Runoffs 2018

About this data

Every event the class ran, at any track, oldest to newest on the chart and newest first in the table. Each point is the class's best lap as a share of F5's best on the same day: the weather and the day cancel out, so one figure compares across years where lap times cannot; a class that suits one track more than another still reads differently there. It still moves when the yardstick's own balance changes or its field thins, and an event the yardstick did not run has no point. A best from fewer than three cars is greyed. The rule changes that took effect between two events are folded between their rows.