BoP Lab / Classes / FV
FV vs FC vs FE2 vs SM pace at every track
Lap times across years say as much about the weather as the class. % of FV is each class's best lap as a share of FV'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.
Closest to the field: FV 100.0% of FV Andrew Whitston, Daytona International Speedway Runoffs 2015 race · FC 78.5% of FV Brandon Dixon, Road America Runoffs 2026 qualifying · FE2 79.5% of FV Franklin Futrelle, Road America Runoffs 2026 qualifying · SM 97.4% of FV Brett Kowalski, Road America Runoffs 2026 qualifying
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| Qual best | Race best | Trap | Qual best | Race best | Trap | vs FV | % of FV | Qual best | Race best | Trap | vs FV | % of FV | Qual best | Race best | Trap | vs FV | % of FV | |||
| Road America Runoffs 20262026-09-28 | 2:46.536Zachary Whitston · fastest of 37 · top 5 within 1.7s+2.435s (+1.48%) | 2:45.272Brian Farnham · fastest of 34 · top 5 within 1.3s-1.464s (-0.88%) | 117.4Rick Shields+0.2 mph (+0.1%) | 2:10.686Brandon Dixon · fastest of 10 · top 5 within 4.0s-0.573s (-0.44%) | 2:11.389Brandon Dixon · fastest of 10 · top 5 within 2.7s-1.435s (-1.08%) | 143.3Dean Kiriluk-1.8 mph (-1.2%) | -33.883squal -35.850s | 79.5%qual 78.5% | 2:12.326Franklin Futrelle · fastest of 8 · top 5 within 1.9s-0.149s (-0.11%) | 2:11.881Franklin Futrelle · fastest of 8 · top 5 within 1.6s-1.458s (-1.09%) | 143.5Steve Whitston-5.5 mph (-3.7%) | -33.391squal -34.210s | 79.8%qual 79.5% | 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%) | -2.547squal -4.363s | 98.5%qual 97.4% | ||
5 rule changes (FC: 2, FE2: 1, SM: 2)1 cars added · 1 weight · 1 wording · 2 other · SM/SMX Mazda rear toe link part number revised from 0000-04-5361426 to 0000-04-5361. · SM/SMX part number 0000-10-6900 replaced with 0000-06-5016-KT in GCR 9.1.7.C.1.j.1.c. · FC USF2000 Tube Frame may now use Hewland LD200 4-speed H-pattern as alternative to Hewland JL-200 5-speed sequential. · FC F2000 Metrik ZF2 minimum weight reduced to 1220 lbs. · FE and FE2 Enterprise bubble tail part WM138014 now allowed; FE2 must use this configuration only.show
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| Road America Runoffs 20252025-09-29 | 2:44.101Andrew Abbott · fastest of 34 · top 5 within 1.3s+1.458s (+0.90%) | 2:46.736Zachary Whitston · fastest of 29 · top 5 within 0.6s+1.902s (+1.15%) | 117.2Zachary Whitston+0.7 mph (+0.6%) | 2:11.259Brandon Dixon · fastest of 10 · top 5 within 2.7s-0.367s (-0.28%) | 2:12.824Brandon Dixon · fastest of 9 · top 5 within 2.3s+1.290s (+0.98%) | 145.1Brandon Dixon+0.9 mph (+0.6%) | -33.912squal -32.842s | 79.7%qual 80.0% | 2:12.475Franklin Futrelle · fastest of 11 · top 5 within 1.4s+0.969s (+0.74%) | 2:13.339Franklin Futrelle · fastest of 10 · top 5 within 0.6s+0.591s (+0.45%) | 149.0Steve Whitston+3.7 mph (+2.6%) | -33.397squal -31.626s | 80.0%qual 80.7% | 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%) | -2.306squal -0.990s | 98.6%qual 99.4% | ||
7 rule changes (FC: 2, FE2: 1, SM: 4)1 weight · 4 wording · 2 other · 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. · FE2 allows pre-approved driver safety and comfort seat and control modifications for drivers with disabilities, per logbook. · 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. · FC tire rule clarified: four dry and four wet tires for Regionals and Majors, eight each for Runoffs; marking and declaration timing adjusted. · FF and FC sequential gearbox weight penalty reduces from 25 lbs to 10 lbs minimum weight addition.show
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| Road America Runoffs 20242024-10-01 | 2:42.643Andrew Whitston · fastest of 27 · top 5 within 2.3s-1.351s (-0.82%) | 2:44.834Andrew Abbott · fastest of 27 · top 5 within 0.9s-0.982s (-0.59%) | 116.5Brian Farnham-0.7 mph (-0.6%) | 2:11.626Timothy Minor · fastest of 10 · top 5 within 1.3s-1.018s (-0.77%) | 2:11.534Michael Varacins · fastest of 9 · top 5 within 1.8s-2.074s (-1.55%) | 144.2Michael Varacins+1.8 mph (+1.2%) | -33.300squal -31.017s | 79.8%qual 80.9% | 2:11.506Porter Aiken · fastest of 18 · top 5 within 0.5s-1.300s (-0.98%) | 2:12.748Porter Aiken · fastest of 17 · top 5 within 2.0s-0.523s (-0.39%) | 145.3Porter Aiken+1.9 mph (+1.3%) | -32.086squal -31.137s | 80.5%qual 80.9% | 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%) | -3.348squal -1.537s | 98.0%qual 99.1% | ||
8 rule changes (FV: 2, FC: 2, SM: 4)1 cars added · 1 engine · 1 weight · 4 wording · 1 other · FV ferrous rotor must not be cross-drilled; pad cleaning grooves limit unchanged at three per side. · 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. · FC F2000 Metrik ZF2 added as spec line car with Brembo 4-piston calipers and vented rotors permitted. · FV front wheel bearings wording clarified; specification unchanged.show
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| Virginia International Raceway Runoffs 20232023-09-23 | 2:15.639Andrew Whitston · fastest of 27 · top 5 within 1.4s+0.523s (+0.39%) | 2:16.611Andrew Abbott · fastest of 23 · top 5 within 1.6s-1.482s (-1.07%) | 115.6Brian Farnham-0.2 mph (-0.2%) | 1:50.281Nolan Allaer · fastest of 11 · top 5 within 2.3s+0.386s (+0.35%) | 1:51.169Nolan Allaer · fastest of 11 · top 5 within 2.5s-16.690s (-13.05%) | 143.5Robert Allaer+2.3 mph (+1.7%) | -25.442squal -25.358s | 81.4%qual 81.3% | 1:50.665Charles Russell Turner · fastest of 26 · top 5 within 2.3s-0.188s (-0.17%) | 1:51.098Franklin Futrelle · fastest of 19 · top 5 within 1.4s-20.947s (-15.86%) | 141.3Franklin Futrelle-0.6 mph (-0.4%) | -25.513squal -24.974s | 81.3%qual 81.6% | 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%) | -0.382squal -0.653s | 99.7%qual 99.5% | ||
4 rule changes (FC: 3, SM: 1)1 cars added · 1 weight · 2 wording · FC tire marking rule clarified: four dry and four wet tires for Regional/Major/Super Tour, eight each for Runoffs; undeclared tire penalty removed. · USF2000 Van Diemen with Mazda MZR LF-DE 2.0L added to FC as spec line car; removed from FX. · FC/FF PE3-8400 ECU tune-file firmware version changes from V3.04.50 to V3.04.35. · SM Mazda MX-5 Miata 01-05 minimum weight rises to 2450 lbs, or 2465 with alternate bore.show
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| Virginia International Raceway Runoffs 20222022-09-24 | 2:15.116Brian Farnham · fastest of 29 · top 5 within 1.1s-0.596s (-0.44%) | 2:18.093Andrew Whitston · fastest of 28 · top 5 within 1.2s-0.196s (-0.14%) | 115.8Jonathan Weisheit+1.1 mph (+0.9%) | 1:49.895Nolan Allaer · fastest of 12 · top 5 within 1.5s-1.305s (-1.17%) | 2:07.859Nolan Allaer · fastest of 13 · top 5 within 3.8s+15.685s (+13.98%) | 141.2Tim Minor-0.6 mph (-0.4%) | -10.234squal -25.221s | 92.6%qual 81.3% | 1:50.853Charles Russell Turner · fastest of 25 · top 5 within 1.1s-0.209s (-0.19%) | 2:12.045Jason Conzo · fastest of 22 · top 5 within 1.8s+19.891s (+17.74%) | 141.9Eric Cruz-0.6 mph (-0.5%) | -6.048squal -24.263s | 95.6%qual 82.0% | 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%) | +1.014squal -0.452s | 100.7%qual 99.7% | ||
10 rule changes (FV: 4, FC: 5, SM: 1)2 engine · 8 wording · FC Zetec ECU: Performance Electronics model designation changed from PE-3 to PE3-8400; monitor firmware updated to V3.04.50. · SM Majors must run authorized Penske shock and mount; Regional competitors not required until further evaluation. · FV connecting rod options expanded to include BrianCrower part BC6417 and Newland Group part 4M113077. · FV connecting rods minimum weight 425.0 grams, center-to-center length 130 +0.10/-0.25 mm; Crower, BrianCrower, Newland Group parts allowed if meeting specs. · FC chassis/frame section cleaned up: panels between main tubes must prevent cockpit intrusion; suspension cannot mount to exterior panels; engine/gearbox exempt from load-bearing restrictions. · FV Crower connecting rods SP93280B and BC6417 allowed as direct replacement, must meet OEM minimum weight. · FC Zetec ECU requirements clarified: Pectel T2 or PE-3 required with specified communications ports and SCCA tune-file/map from official website. · FV allows Crower SP93280B and Brian Crower Racing Rods connecting rods as direct replacements, matching OEM minimum weight. · FC composite anti-intrusion panels of non-uniform thickness limited to eight fasteners per side. · FC tire marking requirements clarified: competitor must ensure tires declared, marked, and logged by Tech before qualifying or race use.show
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| Indianapolis Motor Speedway Runoffs 20212021-09-25 | 1:57.479Andrew Whitston · fastest of 48 · top 5 within 0.8s+1.720s (+1.49%) | 1:57.234Alex Scaler · fastest of 47 · top 5 within 1.0s+1.311s (+1.13%) | 124.0Mark Edwards | 1:36.787Trent Walko · fastest of 31 · top 5 within 1.7s+0.451s (+0.47%) | 1:36.980Simon Sikes · fastest of 31 · top 5 within 2.0s+0.090s (+0.09%) | 141.6Tim Minor | -20.254squal -20.692s | 82.7%qual 82.4% | 1:36.395Max Grau · fastest of 28 · top 5 within 0.7s | 1:36.655Max Grau · fastest of 28 · top 5 within 0.7s | 146.2Gray Fowler | -20.579squal -21.084s | 82.4%qual 82.1% | 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 | +1.603squal +0.216s | 101.4%qual 100.2% | ||
2 rule changes (FC: 1, SM: 1)1 weight · 1 wording · SM adds procedure for CRB-approved obsolete parts and BOP testing in sanctioned events with point forfeiture. · FC Pinto engine loses 10 lbs to 1190; Pinto aluminum head loses 10 lbs to 1190; Zetec loses 10 lbs to 1210.show
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| Road America Runoffs 20202020-10-02 | 2:43.994Hunter Phelps-Barron · fastest of 28 · top 5 within 0.6s | 2:45.816Alex Scaler · fastest of 24 · top 5 within 1.5s | 117.1Hunter Phelps-Barron | 2:12.644Robert Allaer · fastest of 13 · top 5 within 2.1s | 2:13.608Robert Allaer · fastest of 11 · top 5 within 1.2s | 142.4Robert Allaer | -32.208squal -31.350s | 80.6%qual 80.9% | 2:12.806Scott Rettich · fastest of 25 · top 5 within 0.6s | 2:13.271Owen McAllister · fastest of 23 · top 5 within 0.7s | 143.4Owen McAllister | -32.545squal -31.188s | 80.4%qual 81.0% | 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 | -2.068squal -1.785s | 98.8%qual 98.9% | ||
14 rule changes (FV: 6, FC: 4, FE2: 2, SM: 2)5 tyres & wheels · 2 engine · 2 weight · 1 cars added · 1 suspension & brakes · 3 wording · FC ECU maps clarified: SCCA Club or 2013 Pro map required, available on SCCA website; 1.340 restrictor reminder. · 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. · FE2 oil cooler rule clarified: Setrab 50-625-7612 or any cooler with max core 13 inches wide by 6.5 inches high allowed. · FC Zetec engine minimum weight increases 20 lbs to 1220 lbs. · SM rear brake caliper may use single bracket under upper retaining bolt head to prevent pin failure. · FV now permits 4 bolt wheels in addition to existing specifications. · FV now allows 4-bolt pattern wheels in addition to existing specifications. · FV rain tyre changes to Hoosier #44266 22.5 x 5.0 x 15 WET or W3. · FV allows non-spec Hoosier tyres at Regional races only; Majors, Super Tour, and Runoffs require spec tyres from 1/1/2020. · Formula Vee now allows 22.5 x 5.5 x 15 rear tires on front axle; rain tire mandated as Hoosier #44266 22.5 x 5.0 x 15 from 1/1/2020. · FC allows Eagle #CRS5483F3D connecting rods alongside original Ford; crankshaft replacement clarified to original Ford only. · FC allows Mahle #930169439 piston as new option alongside Ford original, Sealed Power #H872cp, United Engine and Machine #SO2763. · FE minimum weight rises to 1270 lbs; FE2 minimum weight rises to 1270 lbs; new spring options added; tire warmers prohibited. · FV wheels may now be 15-inch 4.5J steel VW with same 5-bolt pattern as standard 4J, within track limits.show
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| Virginia International Raceway Runoffs 20192019-10-05 | 2:15.712Andrew Whitston · fastest of 26 · top 5 within 1.5s | 2:18.289Zachary Whitston · fastest of 19 · top 5 within 0.4s | 114.8Roger Siebenaler | 1:51.200Robert Allaer · fastest of 10 · top 5 within 3.1s | 1:52.174Robert Allaer · fastest of 9 · top 5 within 2.7s | 141.8Robert Allaer | -26.115squal -24.512s | 81.1%qual 81.9% | 1:51.062Liam Snyder · fastest of 20 · top 5 within 1.3s | 1:52.154Liam Snyder · fastest of 19 · top 5 within 0.7s | 142.6Robert Vanman | -26.135squal -24.650s | 81.1%qual 81.8% | 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 | -1.830squal -1.160s | 98.7%qual 99.1% | ||
12 rule changes (FV: 6, FC: 2, SM: 4)1 suspension & brakes · 1 tyres & wheels · 1 weight · 7 wording · 2 other · FV exhaust exit opening repositioned: minimum one inch, maximum four inches behind rear body. · FV allows fifteen-inch steel wheels at 4J or 4.5J width, standard VW sedan or within track dimensions. · FV exhaust outlet opening max distance from body rear increased from 3 to 4 inches. · FC Wiseco piston and Crower rod part numbers updated; minimum weight unchanged at 976 grams. · FV front track maximum 52.500 inches; rear track 49.125–50.750 inches; spacers now allowed. · FV disc brake assembly minimum weight clarified to 16.5 lbs total; caliper minimum weight requirement of 1.65 lbs removed. · SM fuel pump and filter now permitted as Mazda or OEM equivalent part. · FV intake manifold horizontal tube measurement location clarified; removed specific distance ranges from rule text. · 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. · FC Wiseco piston and connecting rod minimum weight corrected to 976 grams.show
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| Sonoma Raceway Runoffs 20182018-10-10 | 1:52.637Skip Streets · fastest of 29 · top 5 within 1.6s | 1:53.639Alex Scaler · fastest of 28 · top 5 within 0.4s | 106.3Skip Streets | 1:32.571Timothy de Silva · fastest of 16 · top 5 within 1.8s | 1:34.053Mitch Egner · fastest of 12 · top 5 within 1.6s | 133.1Robert Armington | -19.586squal -20.066s | 82.8%qual 82.2% | 1:35.040Flinn Lazier · fastest of 9 · top 5 within 1.5s | 1:35.563Flinn Lazier · fastest of 9 · top 5 within 1.7s | 126.8Scott Rettich | -18.076squal -17.597s | 84.1%qual 84.4% | 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 | +1.639squal +1.718s | 101.4%qual 101.5% | ||
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| Indianapolis Motor Speedway Runoffs 20172017-09-25 | 1:55.759Michael Varacins · fastest of 39 · top 5 within 1.0s | 1:55.923Michael Varacins · fastest of 32 · top 5 within 1.3s | 1:36.336Austin McCusker · fastest of 14 · top 5 within 2.3s | 1:36.890Tim Minor · fastest of 14 · top 5 within 3.8s | -19.033squal -19.423s | 83.6%qual 83.2% | 1:58.306Chris Haldeman · fastest of 86 · top 5 within 0.5s | 1:59.100Michael Gagliardo · fastest of 83 · top 5 within 0.6s | +3.177squal +2.547s | 102.7%qual 102.2% | ||||||||||
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| Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course Runoffs 20162016-09-19 | 1:37.942Alex Scaler · fastest of 41 · top 5 within 0.3s | 1:38.066Flinn Lazier · fastest of 38 · top 5 within 0.7s | 1:21.962John LaRue · fastest of 7 · top 5 within 2.6s | 1:22.049Nigel Saurino · fastest of 7 · top 5 within 3.0s | -16.017squal -15.980s | 83.7%qual 83.7% | 1:40.514Justin Hille · fastest of 45 · top 5 within 0.3s | 1:40.764Michael Carter · fastest of 44 · top 5 within 0.3s | +2.698squal +2.572s | 102.8%qual 102.6% | ||||||||||
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| Daytona International Speedway Runoffs 20152015-09-21 | 2:21.167Roger Siebenaler · fastest of 31 · top 5 within 0.8s | 2:21.142Andrew Whitston · fastest of 30 · top 5 within 1.1s | 1:54.477Yufeng Luo · fastest of 11 · top 5 within 2.5s | 1:55.135Yufeng Luo · fastest of 10 · top 5 within 2.1s | -26.007squal -26.690s | 81.6%qual 81.1% | 2:18.661Andrew Carbonell · fastest of 62 · top 5 within 0.6s | 2:24.067Todd Lamb · fastest of 59 · top 5 within 0.8s | +2.925squal -2.506s | 102.1%qual 98.2% | ||||||||||
By track
| Track | Events | Typical % of FV | Best | Latest |
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| Road America | 4 | 100.0% | 100.0%Runoffs 2020 | 100.0%Runoffs 2026 |
| Virginia International Raceway | 3 | 100.0% | 100.0%Runoffs 2019 | 100.0%Runoffs 2023 |
| 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 FV'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.