F5 vs FB vs SRF vs FC pace at Buttonwillow Raceway Park
Quickest here:FC 1:11.935 Peter West, Cal Club 2023 qualifying
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Cal Club 2026 CALCL262026-02-21
1:45.137Robert Armington · fastest of 4 · top 4 within 25.0s-4.930s (-4.48%)
1:45.314Robert Armington · fastest of 4 · top 4 within 12.9s-3.208s (-2.96%)
147.5Bill Wallschlaeger+33.0 mph (+28.9%)
5 rule changes (SRF: 3, FC: 2)1 weight · 4 other · 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.showhide
FC F2000 MZR Spec Line Clarity/Revision Requested #38927otheraddedFC USF2000 Tube Frame may now use Hewland LD200 4-speed H-pattern as alternative to Hewland JL-200 5-speed sequential.
FC Adjust F2000 Metrik ZF2 weight #39612weight -20 lbsfaster · weightFC F2000 Metrik ZF2 minimum weight reduced to 1220 lbs.
1:50.067Paul MacFarlane · only car+38.132s (+53.01%)
1:48.522Paul MacFarlane · only car
114.4Paul MacFarlane
19 rule changes (SRF: 13, FC: 6)5 tyres & wheels · 4 suspension & brakes · 3 weight · 2 cars added · 3 wording · 2 other · 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. · FE and SRF protest fee rules redirected to GCR section 8.3.1.D for fees and procedure. · FC F2000 Metrik ZF2 added as spec line car with Brembo 4-piston calipers and vented rotors permitted. · 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.showhide
FC 9.1.1.10.h. FC Tire Rule #36533wordingwordingFC tire rule clarified: four dry and four wet tires for Regionals and Majors, eight each for Runoffs; marking and declaration timing adjusted.
FC Change FF/FC Weight with Sequential Gearbox #36651weightfaster · weightFF and FC sequential gearbox weight penalty reduces from 25 lbs to 10 lbs minimum weight addition.
FC Review FC Runoffs Tire Marking Rule #34274wordingwordingFC tire marking rule clarified: four dry and four wet tires for Regional/Major/Super Tour, eight each for Runoffs; undeclared tire penalty removed.
FC USF2000 Van Diemen with Mazda MZR LF-DE 2.0L in FC #34329cars addedaddedUSF2000 Van Diemen with Mazda MZR LF-DE 2.0L added to FC as spec line car; removed from FX.
1:11.935Peter West · fastest of 3 · top 3 within 2.6s
44 earlier rule changes on record, in force before Cal Club 2023 (from 2019)7 engine · 6 weight · 4 suspension & brakes · 3 tyres & wheels · 1 cars added · 1 induction · 17 wording · 5 other · FC/FF PE3-8400 ECU tune-file firmware version changes from V3.04.50 to V3.04.35. · 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. · FC Zetec ECU: Performance Electronics model designation changed from PE-3 to PE3-8400; monitor firmware updated to V3.04.50. · F500 Rotax 593 intake boot options clarified; oil injection pump removal now permitted. · F500 Majors and Runoffs cars must install AIM part #X47KPFSOLO2R0 data box mount for Solo or Solo 2. · F5 cars must install AIM part #X47KPFSOLO2R0 data box mount for Majors and Runoffs. · 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. · FC Zetec ECU requirements clarified: Pectel T2 or PE-3 required with specified communications ports and SCCA tune-file/map from official website. · 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. · 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. · FC Pinto engine loses 10 lbs to 1190; Pinto aluminum head loses 10 lbs to 1190; Zetec loses 10 lbs to 1210. · F500 Suzuki GSXR600 engine years extended from 2003-2013 to 2003-2019. · FC ECU maps clarified: SCCA Club or 2013 Pro map required, available on SCCA website; 1.340 restrictor reminder. · FC Zetec engine minimum weight increases 20 lbs to 1220 lbs. · 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. · F500 Honda CBR600RR, Suzuki GSXR600, Yamaha R6 restrictor reduced to 28mm from 29mm. · 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. · F500 Honda CBR600RR, Suzuki GSXR600, and Yamaha R6 minimum weights increase to 900 lbs. · FC Wiseco piston and Crower rod part numbers updated; minimum weight unchanged at 976 grams. · FC Wiseco piston and connecting rod minimum weight corrected to 976 grams.showhide
FC E&O 9.1.1.B.16.j #33634wordingwordingFC/FF PE3-8400 ECU tune-file firmware version changes from V3.04.50 to V3.04.35.
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.
F5 Ensure availability of ECU for Rotax engines #32695engineadded · engineF500 Rotax engines now permit Ingi Tech Sparker ignition DCP-CDI-P2 as alternate ECU.
F5 Clarify stepped exhaust header references #32743wordingwordingF500 clarifies stepped diameter exhaust headers prohibited except at cylinder head flange area.
FC Add Specification to Performance Electronics ECU for Ford Zetec #32761wordingwordingFC Zetec ECU: Performance Electronics model designation changed from PE-3 to PE3-8400; monitor firmware updated to V3.04.50.
SRF Brake, seal, and air filter clarifications #32670suspension & brakes
F5 E&O class name #32194otheraddedF500 Majors and Runoffs cars must install AIM part #X47KPFSOLO2R0 data box mount for Solo or Solo 2.
F5 Data Box Mounting Plate #31638otheraddedF5 cars must install AIM part #X47KPFSOLO2R0 data box mount for Majors and Runoffs.
FC Clean up Chassis/Frame section #31867wordingwordingFC 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.
FC Clarify Zetec ECU requirements #31554wordingwordingFC Zetec ECU requirements clarified: Pectel T2 or PE-3 required with specified communications ports and SCCA tune-file/map from official website.
FC Clarify composite anti-intrusion panel language #31426wordingwordingFC composite anti-intrusion panels of non-uniform thickness limited to eight fasteners per side.
FC Clarify tire marking requirements #31455wordingwordingFC tire marking requirements clarified: competitor must ensure tires declared, marked, and logged by Tech before qualifying or race use.
F5 Clarify allowable assisted shifting systems #30871wordingwordingF5 clarifies mechanical shifting only; throttle-cut and flat-shifter devices permitted if driver retains full control.
F5 Request to correct terminology #30976wordingwordingF5 single-seat open-wheel cars: rigid suspension becomes limited suspension in class definition.
SRF SRF Update Maintenance, Repairs and Seals #30961engine
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.
FC Request for FC Weight Change #30171weightfaster · weightFC Pinto engine loses 10 lbs to 1190; Pinto aluminum head loses 10 lbs to 1190; Zetec loses 10 lbs to 1210.
SRF SRF Shocks, Springs and Ride Height. #29688suspension & brakes
F5 Request to Update Suzuki Engine Years for F500 #29453engineadded · engineF500 Suzuki GSXR600 engine years extended from 2003-2013 to 2003-2019.
FC Urgent: SCCA PE3 map unsuitable #29475wordingwordingFC ECU maps clarified: SCCA Club or 2013 Pro map required, available on SCCA website; 1.340 restrictor reminder.
FC Request for weight adjustments to equalize FC competition. #28888weightslower · weightFC Zetec engine minimum weight increases 20 lbs to 1220 lbs.
F5 Request for Cockpit Adjustment of External Jetting Devices #28359wordingunclearF5 request to adjust external jetting device cockpit control denied; no rule change made.
F5 Two Stroke Motors (reply to #28359 WDYT) #28816engine
F5 Re letter requesting driver adjustable carb mixture #28840wordingunclearF5 driver adjustable carburettor mixture: refer to separate Fastrack letter #28359 for ruling.
F5 #28359 WDYT Request for Cockpit Adjustment #28875wordingunclearF5 cockpit adjustment request response published in Fastrack letter 28359.
F5 Change 600cc restrictor size #27883inductionslower · inductionF500 Honda CBR600RR, Suzuki GSXR600, Yamaha R6 restrictor reduced to 28mm from 29mm.
SRF SRF Rain / Brake Rule - BoD approved as follows #34958suspension & brakes
FC Request for Better Zetec Connecting Rods #27710engineadded · engineFC allows Eagle #CRS5483F3D connecting rods alongside original Ford; crankshaft replacement clarified to original Ford only.
FC Add Alternate Piston #27795engineadded · engineFC allows Mahle #930169439 piston as new option alongside Ford original, Sealed Power #H872cp, United Engine and Machine #SO2763.
FC E&O Wiseco piston and Crower connecting rod #26659wordingwordingFC Wiseco piston and Crower rod part numbers updated; minimum weight unchanged at 976 grams.
FC Correct Wiseco piston and connecting rod #25809wordingwordingFC Wiseco piston and connecting rod minimum weight corrected to 976 grams.
Best is the class's fastest lap in that event's qualifying or race sessions, with the driver who set it, how many cars set a time that session and how close the top five were; a best from fewer than three cars is greyed. With two or more classes, "vs" is the gap of each class's best to the first class's at the same event. Newest event first. The coloured figure under each value is the change from the previous event that has one (green is quicker, red slower). Whole laps only, so events with different sector layouts still compare. Weather and track condition are not accounted for.