In GCR, Section 9.3.47.Tires, change as follows: "Tires shall be 124 (“U”) mph rated or better unless otherwise specified or controlled. In the Improved Touring, Super Touring, American Sedan, Spec Miata, B-Spec, C-Spec and Touring 2-4 categories, any U rated, or better, DOT approved tire is required. Re-grooving of DOT tires by any method is not permitted once the tire has left the manufacturer. Grooving or re-grooving of non-DOT tires is permitted unless otherwise stated in class-specific rules. Recapping of tires is not permitted in any class. Tire size is unrestricted unless otherwise stated in class-specific rules. The only modifications allowed to DOT tires are having treads “shaved” or “trued.”"
In GCR, Section 9.1.9.1.A.1., change as follows: "Hoods, trunk lids, rear hatch and front fenders may be replaced with panels of any type material, provided that the panel maintains the OEM profiles. For the sole purpose of tire fitment, wheel arches may be flared up to 3” and must maintain the OEM profile. The hood may have heat exhaust vents installed in it. Hood inlets (scoops) are not allowed. The vents shall not expose the mechanical components of the car when looking down from above. The permitted transmission and differential coolers may vent through rear license plate frame. There shall be a screen, painted the same color as the surrounding bodywork, covering the vent opening. Any OEM non-functional, decorative vents/ ducts may be made to be functional provided the exterior body appearance is not modified."
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In GCR, Section 9.1.9.1.B.2.a., change as follows: "The wing shall be mounted to the trunk/deck lid, rear hatch or bumper frame with 2 mounting brackets. Each mounting bracket shall attach to the wing at a point that is at least 2.0 inches inboard of endplates. The wing, and the portion of the mounting brackets located externally to the trunk/ deck lid, may only be reinforced by a diagonal strut having no aerodynamic effect, and/or by affixing the external parts of the brackets to internal parts of the brackets within the trunk/cargo area. The internal parts of the brackets may protrude through the trunk/deck lid to allow the two parts of each bracket to be fastened together."
Clarification on Request #39716 T1 (Spec Line #1139)
In T1 GT4 Spec Lines, Spec Line 4030-, add to Chassis Notes the following: "Wagner Tuning # 200001124 Intercooler allowed."
LS1 into Corvette C6 Spec Line Request
#39716 from Danny Kellermeyerhttps://crbscca.com/secu · Rule change · TB 26-02 (2026-02 Fastrack)
In T1 Spec Lines, reinstate Spec Line # 1139, Chevrolet Corvette C6 (05-13) Includes Z51, GrandSport, Z06, Z06 Carbon, as follows: Max Displ: "LS1, LS6 OEM" Min Weight: "3200" Required Restrictor: "70mm"
In T1 Spec Lines, Honda S2000, Spec Line 1530, change as follows: Minimum Weight: "2950 2900" Chassis Notes: "This spec line is set to expire as of 12/31/2025 if not represented in Majors competition in 2025."
In T1 Spec Lines, BMW E46 M3, add to Chassis Notes the following: SL# 1060: "BMW #GS7D36SG transmission permitted as an aftermarket sequential option." SL# 1070: "BMW #GS7D36SG transmission permitted as an aftermarket sequential option."
In T1 Spec Lines, Mustang Darkhorse R (Mustang Challenge) Spec Line- 4119, change as follows: Tire size: "305 315 (f) 315(r)" Performance Control: "TBD" Min. Weight with driver (LBS): "10.5 (f) 11 (r) 3600" Chassis Notes: "Must conform to Mustang Challenge Rules. Tires conforming to Mustang Challenge rules are permitted. **This car is not eligible for the Runoffs until it has competed in 3 Super Tour events.**"
In T1 Spec Lines, change Weight, Restrictor Required and/or Notes as follows: Mustang - Spec Line 1430: Restrictor Required: "60mm 65mm - FPR" Mustang - Spec Line 1460: Weight: "3425 3500" Restrictor Required: "70mm - FPR" Corvette Spec Line 1190: Restrictor Required: "67mm 70mm - Flat Plate"
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BMW - Spec Line 1090: Required Restrictor: "(2) X 40mm 35mm diameter hole inlet restrictor plate required" Chassis Notes: "This spec line is set to expire 12/31/25." BMW - Spec Line 1100: Minimum Weight: "3150 3350”
In T1 Spec Lines, E46 M3 Spec Line # 1050, change Engine Notes as follows: "Dinan Throttle Body #D760-3400 VAC Motorsports #VAC-TB-S54 allowed on the 3.250L."
In T1 GT4 Spec Lines, SL#4030, change as follows: Model: "BMW M4 GT4 (F82)" Performance Control: "Gold power stick Red power stick" In T1 GT4 Spec Lines, classify BMW M4 GT4 (G82) as follows:
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In T1 GT4 Spec Lines, Spec Line 4020, change as follows: Performance Control: Power level 2020, 44mm 45mm SRO compliant restrictor" Min. Weight with driver (LBS): "3550 3400"
In GCR, Section 9.1.9.1.A.2,, add the following: "It is permitted to roll under or flatten any interior lip on the wheel opening for tire clearance. Cars with plastic/composite fenders may remove any interior wheel opening lip, but the resulting material edge shall be no thinner than the basic fender material thickness. Non-metallic inner fender liners may be removed. Vents may be added to fenders."
Increased Bore Throttle Bodies for E46 M3 S54 Engine
In GCR Contents, change as follows: "9.1.9.1 TOURING (T1) CATEGORY NEW T1 NEW" In GCR, Section 9.1.9.1.Touring (T1) NEW Category Specifications, change as follows: "9.1.9.1.Touring (T1) NEW Category Specifications" In T1 NEW Spec Lines, change as follows: "9.1.9.1.A T1 NEW Spec Lines" "T1 NEW"
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In T1 NEW Spec Lines, delete the following Spec Lines in their entirety: "Acura NSX (Spec Line 1000) Acura NSX Turbo (Spec Line 1010) Acura NSX Turbo World Challenge (Spec Line 1020) Audi TTRS (GTS 2011 Spec) (Spec Line 1040) Dodge Viper ACR/ACR-X (Spec Line 1360) Ferrari 360 (Spec Line 1400) Ferrari 430 (Spec Line 1410) Ferrari 430 Challenge (Spec Line 1420) Mazda MX-5 (06-15) (Spec Line 1520 and 1530) Mazda RX-7 (Spec Line 1540) Nissan GTR (Spec Line 1550) Nissan 350/370Z (Spec Line 1560) Nissan 370Z Supercharged (Spec Line 1570) Nissan 350Z (Spec Line 1580) Nissan 350Z/370Z (Spec Line 1590) Porsche Cayman/S/GTS (05-15) (Spec Line 1600, 1610 and 1620) Porsche Cayman GTS (2011) (Spec Line 1630) Porsche 928 S4 Porsche 928 GTS-R (Spec Line 1640) Porsche 996 (Spec Line 1650) Porsche 996 TT OEM (Spec Line 1660) Subaru WRX, WRX STI (05-2020) (Spec Line 1700) Toyota Celica All-Trac (Spec Line 1710) Toyota Supra MK4 (Spec Line 1720)" In T1 NEW Spec Lines, Porsche 997, change Spec Line Number as follows: "1680 *Spec line Expires 12/23*"
In GCR, Section 9.1.9.1.A.T., change as follows: "Tires- Tires must conform to GCR section 9.3.TIRES and als o must conform to spec line requirements. DOT approved tires are permitted. Slicks conforming to the spec line are permitted." In Touring 1 - Homologated Cars Spec Lines, 4100- BMW M2 ClubSport Racing, change Must Conform To as follows: "Tires conforming to SRO TCX rules allowed. Must meet factory specs." In Touring 1 - Homologated Cars Spec Lines, 4120- Ford Mustang FP350S 2017, change as follows: Must Conform To: "Tires conforming to Trans Am SGT tire rules allowed Must meet factory specs." Chassis Notes: "VIN not required. Additional permitted allowances: DOT tires required. Other consumables are open, alternate
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driveshaft permitted, aftermarket wheels and fuel cell per Touring category rules permitted. Shocks conforming to T1 rules permitted. Alternative rear toe links permitted." In T1-GT4 Spec Lines, change Chassis Notes as follows: Aston Martin Vantage AMR GT4: "**NOT YET ELLIGIBLE FOR RUNOFFS COMPETITION (Q.2)** Slick tires conforming to IMSA GT4 or SRO GT4 specs are permitted." Audi R8 GT4: "**NOT YET ELLIGIBLE FOR RUNOFFS COMPETITION (Q.2)**Slick tires conforming to IMSA GT4 or SRO GT4 specs are permitted." BMW M4 GT4: "**NOT YET ELLIGIBLE FOR RUNOFFS COMPETITION (Q.2)**Slick tires conforming to IMSA GT4 or SRO GT4 specs are permitted." Chevrolet Camaro GT4-R: "**NOT YET ELLIGIBLE FOR RUNOFFS COMPETITION (Q.2)**Slick tires conforming to IMSA GT4 or SRO GT4 specs are permitted." Ford Mustang GT4: "**NOT YET ELLIGIBLE FOR RUNOFFS COMPETITION (Q.2)**Slick tires conforming to IMSA GT4 or SRO GT4 specs are permitted." Maclaren 570S GT4: "Slick tires conforming to IMSA GT4 or SRO GT4 specs are permitted." Mercedes AMG GT4: "Slick tires conforming to IMSA GT4 or SRO GT4 specs are permitted." Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 CS MR: "Slick tires conforming to IMSA GT4 or SRO GT4 specs are permitted." Porsche 718 GT4 RS Club-sport: "Slick tires conforming to IMSA GT4 or SRO GT4 specs are permitted." Toyota Supra GR GT4: "**NOT YET ELLIGIBLE FOR RUNOFFS COMPETITION (Q.2)**Slick tires conforming to IMSA GT4 or SRO GT4 specs are permitted." In T1-GT4 Spec Lines, change as follows: Aston Martin Vantage AMR GT4: Weight: “3575 3490” Performance Control: “SRO power level ECU Map 3 IMSA Map id 11” Chevrolet Camaro GT4-R: Weight: “3375 3435” Performance Control: “63 62mm” Ford Mustang GT4: Weight: “3550 3535” Performance Control: “63 71mm SRO compliant restrictor IMSA ECU Cal” Maclaren 570S GT4: Weight: “3450 3250” Performance Control: “SRO 2019 BOP ECU map SRO Rest 1” Mercedes AMG GT4: Weight: “3450 3470” Performance Control: “Power level 2 map 5” Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 CS MR: Weight: “3200 3250” Performance Control: “54 53.7mm” Toyota Supra GR GT4: Weight: “3350 3315”
In T1 Spec Lines, delete the Porsche 996 GT3 Cup car from the standard spec lines and classify "Homologated car" section as follows: T1 – Homologated Cars
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In T1 NEW Spec Lines, Dodge Viper ACR / SRT RT-10, change Spec Line Number as follows: "1350 *Spec line Expires 12/23*" In T1 NEW Spec Lines, Dodge Viper ACR/ACR-X, change Spec Line Number as follows: "1370 *Spec line Expires 12/23*"
In T1 NEW Spec Lines, Chevrolet Corvette C5 (‘97-’04) – Includes: Z06, Coupe, Convertible, Spec Lines 1132-1138, add to Notes as follows: "Any option of OEM Bodywork parts may be used as basis for aero measurements. Rear spoiler max 5” Above bumper allowed. +50lbs. The following parts are permitted, with a 50lb decrease from base weight, in lieu of the aero options permitted in 9.1.9.1.B: (C7Carbon Rear- Spoiler CCC5 EX- RSB-GB, Vented Front Splitter CCC5-FS-GB, Side Skirts CCC5 SS-GB.)"
In T1 NEW Spec Lines, Chevrolet Camaro Gen 5 (10-15) Including SS, Z28, change Engine Notes as follows: 1130: "May resleeve any LS block to LS3 bore/ stroke for Engine replacement. May resleeve to stock parameters for engine repair or replacement." 1135: "May resleeve any LS block to LS3 bore/ stroke for Engine replacement.May resleeve to stock parameters for engine repair or replacement." In T1 NEW Spec Lines, Chevrolet Corvette C5 (‘97-’04) – Includes: Z06, Coupe, Convertible, change Engine Notes as follows: 1132: "May resleeve any LS block to LS3 bore/ stroke for Engine replacement. May resleeve to stock parameters for engine repair or replacement."
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1134: "May resleeve any LS block to LS3 bore/ stroke for Engine replacement. May resleeve to stock parameters for engine repair or replacement." 1136: "May resleeve any LS block to LS3 bore/ stroke for Engine replacement. May resleeve to stock parameters for engine repair or replacement." 1138: "May resleeve any LS block to LS3 bore/ stroke for Engine replacement. May resleeve to stock parameters for engine repair or replacement." In T1 NEW Spec Lines, Chevrolet Corvette C6 (05-13) - Includes Z51, GrandSport, Z06, Z06 Carbon, change Engine Notes as follows: 1150: "May resleeve any LS block to LS3 bore/ stroke for Engine replacement. May resleeve to stock parameters for engine repair or replacement." 1160: "May resleeve any LS block to LS3 bore/ stroke for Engine replacement. May resleeve to stock parameters for engine repair or replacement." 1170: "May resleeve any LS block to LS3 bore/ stroke for Engine replacement. May resleeve to stock parameters for engine repair or replacement." 1180: "May resleeve any LS block to LS3 bore/ stroke for Engine replacement. May resleeve to stock parameters for engine repair or replacement." 1190: "May resleeve any LS block to LS3 bore/ stroke for Engine replacement. May resleeve to stock parameters for engine repair or replacement."
RM 23-04 – Touring 1 weights dated 3/21/2023 As an E&O to the February Fastrack, in T1-GT4 leave weights as follows: Aston Martin Vantage AMR GT4: 3575 Audi R8 GT4: 3550 BMW M4 GT4: 3500 Ford Mustang GT4: 3550 Maclaren 570S GT4: 3450 Mercedes AMG GT4: 3450
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Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 CS MR: 3200 Porsche 718 GT4 RS Clubsport: 3450 Toyota Supra GR GT4: 3350
In GCR, Section 9.1.9.1.I.4., change as follows: "Aftermarket sequential transmissions are permitted. Cars with aftermarket sequential shift transmissions shall utilize a 1:1 (or greater/overdriven) ratio in top gear. Transmission location must be OEM. Maximum bellhousing length is 10 inches. Cars that don’t use an aftermarket sequential transmission may decrease their competition weight by 100 lbs."
In T1 Spec Lines, classify Mercedes Benz AMG GT4 (2017-2021) as follows: T1 Maximum Displ. Min. Weight Required Restrictor Engine Notes Chassis Notes Mercedes Benz AMG GT4
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(2017-2021) 3982cc 3400 HP controlled with required program SRO Power level 2 2019 map required. The car must be raced as FIA homologated. Must participate at 3 Super Tour races to establish Runoffs eligibility. Visual verification of “SRO power level 2” on dashboard required. Must conform to DOT tire rule.
In T1 Spec Lines, classify Mazda RX-7, as follows: T1 Maximum Displ. Min. Weight Required Restrictor Engine Notes Chassis Notes Mazda RX-7 2700lbs 44mm TIR 13B Rotary A single Garrett Turbo #3076
In GCR. Section 9.1.9.1.O.11, change as follows: "Rotors- 1 or 2 piece ferrous rotors that do not exceed 355mm in diameter or 33mm in thickness are permitted. Maximum brake rotor diameter of 380mm is permitted at a 100 pound penalty."
In T1 Spec Lines, BMW E46, E46-M3, E36, E36-M3, Z3, change as follows: Min Weight: "2600 2700" Engine Notes: "The 3.4L (87.0 bore x 93.0 stroke) engine is permitted at 2650 lbs 2750 lbs."
In T1 Spec Lines, Chevrolet Corvette Cadillac XLR, add to Chassis Notes the following: "Casting #799 heads are permitted on LS6 engines, no other modifications to the head allowed."
In T1-LP Spec Lines, Ford Mustang GT5.0L (2018-), add to Notes as follows: "Performance Pack, Bullet or Mach-1 options allowed with 100lb penalty." In T1 Spec Lines, Ford Mustang Shelby/Shelby GT350/GT500 (-2018) 5000 Coyote OEM (18-), change Restrictor Required as follows: "65mm 70mm Flat Plate" In T1 Spec Lines, Ford Mustang Shelby/Shelby GT350/GT500 (-2018) 5000 Coyote OEM (18-), add to Notes as follows: "Performance Pack, Bullet or Mach-1 options allowed with 100lb penalty."
In T1-LP Spec Lines, Chevrolet Corvette C7, change as follows: "Chevrolet Corvette C7 incl. Grand Sport" In T1-LP Spec Lines, Chevrolet Corvette C7, change Notes as follows: "70 73 mm"
In T1-LP Spec Lines, Chevrolet Corvette C-5 Incl. Fxd. Cpe (98-04) Z06 (hardtop) (01-04), change Notes as follows: "ARE dry sump kit #3021S, Aviad dry sump kit #008-10001 or Dailey dry sump kit permitted: #20-02-0666-assy permitted. 04 90 2371. Leaf spring suspension may be converted to conventional coil over suspension in T1 only." In T1-LP Spec Lines, Chevrolet Corvette C6 Coupe (05-10) Grand Sport (10-13), change Notes as follows: "ARE dry sump kit #3021S, Aviad dry sump kit #008-10001 or Dailey dry sump kit permitted: #20-02-0666-assy permitted, Dailey dry sump kit permitted: 20-02-0666-assy,04 90 2371. Leaf spring suspension may be converted to conventional coilover suspension in T1 only." In T1-LP Spec Lines, Chevrolet Corvette Z06 (06-13), change Notes as follows:
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"ARE dry sump kit #3021S, Aviad dry sump kit #008-10001 or Dailey dry sump kit permitted: #20-02-0666-assy permitted, Dailey dry sump kit permitted: 20-02-0666-assy,04 90 2371. Leaf spring suspension may be converted to conventional coilover suspension in T1 only."
In GCR Section 9.1.9.1., Limited T1, change as follows: "See Limited Preparation (LP) T1 specification lines for the list of cars permitted to run in T1 in a limited preparation level configuration. These cars shall be prepared to the T2 level of preparation found in 9.1.9.2. with the following additional allowances:Aftermarket headers allowed. Limited prep cars running stock OEM manifold/headers as delivered may subtract 50lbs. from the specified weight. In addition to T2 specifications all T1-LP cars are permitted to: 1. Relocate the battery 2. Use any commercially available battery.
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3. Replace any suspension bushing with spherical joints. 4. Use any spring and/or sway bar rate, configuration must remain OE. Ferrous springs and sway bars only. 5. Hoods, trunk lids, and front fenders may be replaced with panels of any type material, provided that the panel maintains the OEM profiles. 6. Aftermarket headers allowed. 7. Weight and Aerodynamic Devices a. Any limited prep car not using a wing and/or splitter may subtract 100lb. b. Aerodynamic devices conforming to 9.1.9.1.B.1 and 9.1.9.1.B.2 are permitted. 8. All vehicles must use a stock, OEM equivalent, safety glass, or 6 mm minimum thickness Lexan replacement, mounted in the stock location, at the stock angle and maintaining the stock profile. 9. Engine durability allowances- a) Rods and pistons may be replaced with aftermarket alternatives provided; 1)that the weight of the replacement is equal to or greater than OE. 2) The bore, stroke, and displacement conform to T2 rules (9.1.9.2.D.1.e.1) 3)alternative pistons maintain OE profile. b) Valves may be replaced with aftermarket alternatives provided; 1)that the weight of the replacement is equal to or greater than OE. 2) they are the same size and profile as OE. c) Valve springs may be replaced with aftermarket alternatives provided they are the same configuration and size as OE +/-.015". 10. Driveshaft and half-shafts may be aftermarket, but shall be the OEM-type and use the same types of materials as stock. Drive shafts may be replaced by one piece drive shafts, and conversely."
In T1, GCR Section 9.1.9.1.C.5., change as follows: "Stock dash/instrument panel cover (dash pad) must be used. Original instruments/gauges may be replaced, or supplemented, with additional engine monitoring gauges. Accessories, lights and switches may be added or removed. Box-type extensions from the dash pad may be used to mount switches and controls, in the areas where the OEM insert panels were mounted, so that they more easily accessible to the driver. Audio and video systems may be removed. Alternative (i.e. carbon or fiberglass) OEM style and Configuration dashboards may be used with a 25 pound penalty."
In T1, classify the Porsche 997.1 GT3 Cup (2006-2011) as follows: T1 Maximum Displ. Min. Weight Required Restrictor Engine Notes Chassis Notes Porsche 997.1 GT3 Cup (2006-
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2011) 3600cc 3150 ABS allowed with 100lb penalty. Cars must be prepared in accordance with the appropriate model/year Porsche factory 911 GT3 Cup parts catalog/service manual. Cars may not be altered in any way except as authorized below. Drivers must have the correct year manuals as they apply to their specific car in their
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In T1, GCR section 9.1.9.1.B.2, clarify wording as follows: "c. Wings shall be a single element and single plane with a maximum chord length of 12.00 inches, including any wicker Gurney flap. (except as allowed in 9.1.9.1.B.2.h)." "e. The entire rear wing assembly, including the end plates and any wicker Gurney flap, shall be mounted level with, or below, the peak of the roof."
In T2 Spec Lines, Chevrolet Corvette C-5 Incl. Fxd Cpe (98-04) Z06 (hardtop) (01-04), add to Notes as follows: "Aftermarket leaf spring suspension allowed 800 lb max. Coilover suspension allowed coil springs allowed 800 lb max." In T2 Spec Lines, Chevrolet Corvette C6 Coupe / Grand Sport (05-13), add to Notes as follows: "Aftermarket leaf spring suspension allowed 800 lb max. Coilover suspension allowed coil springs allowed 800 lb max." In T2 Spec Lines, Chevrolet Corvette Z06 (06-12), add to Notes as follows:
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"Aftermarket leaf spring suspension allowed 800 lb max. Coilover suspension allowed coil springs allowed 800 lb max." In T1 Spec Lines, Chevrolet Corvette Z06 (06-12), change Notes as follows: "Leaf spring suspension may be converted to conventional coilover suspension in T1 only."
Additional Clarification on 996 Cup in T1 From Letter #28040
In T1, Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Chevrolet Camaro Pontiac Firebird Pontiac GTO, add to the 6162 OEM chassis notes as follows: "Camaro OEM 366mm rear rotor and caliper allowed without weight penalty."
In T1, Acura NSX Turbo World Challenge Spec Lines, add to Chassis Notes as follows: "DOT tires required as per GCR section 9.3." In T1, Audi TTRS (GTS 2011 Spec) Spec Lines, add to Chassis Notes as follows: "DOT tires required as per GCR section 9.3."
In T1, BMW E46 M3 & E36 / BMW Z3, add models and change displacement as follows: "BMW E46, E46-M3, E36, E36-M3, Z3" "3200 3250" Note: The wagon body is allowed. The BMW S54 engine is commonly thought of as a 3.2 liter engine, while its actual displacement is 3250cc.
In GCR, T1-LP Spec Lines, Ford Mustang FP350S (2017), change notes as follows: "Serial number 1-50 51 cars as delivered. Additional permitted allowances: DOT tires required. Other consumables are open, alternate driveshaft permitted, aftermarket wheels and fuel cell per Touring category rules permitted. 60mm 70mm flat plate restrictor. No other modifications permitted." In GCR, T1-LP Spec Lines, Ford Mustang GT (15-17), change Weight as follows: "3400 3500" In GCR, T1-LP Spec Lines, Ford Mustang GT (15-17), change notes as follows: "Ford Performance Handling Kit part #M-FR3A-M8, Sway Bars in M-FR3A-M8 kit part#M-5490-E, Rear
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Toe Bearing part #M-5A460-M, Strut Tower Brace part# M-20201-M,Camber Bolts M-3B236-A, Solid Differential Bushings part #M-4425-M, Solid Subframe Bushings part #M- 5872-M, Dampers in Handling Pack part #M-18000-F, OEM Performance Package Brembo front BBK 380mm permitted at no weight penalty. at +100lbs. 2014 Mustang GT exhaust manifolds permitted. Springs up to 800#/in front and rear permitted. Alternate metallic driveshaft permitted. Rear spring relocation to shock permitted with kit TBD. Ford Racing oil pan #M-6675-M50BR permitted. Boss and Laguna intake manifold permitted. 70mm flat plate restrictor required." In GCR, T1-LP Spec Lines, Ford Mustang GT5.0L (2018-), change Weight as follows: "3400 3500" In GCR, T1-LP Spec Lines, Ford Mustang GT5.0L (2018-), change notes as follows: "Ford Performance Handling Kit part #M-FR3A-M8, Sway Bars in M-FR3A-M8 kitpart#M-5490-E, Rear Toe Bearing part #M-5A460-M, Strut Tower Brace part# M-20201-M,Camber Bolts M-3B236-A, Solid Differential Bushings part #M-4425-M, Solid Subframe Bushings part #M- 5872-M, Dampers in Handling Pack part #M-18000-F, OEM Performance Package Brembo front BBK 380mm permitted at no weight penalty at +100lbs. 2014 Mustang GT exhaust manifolds permitted. Springs up to 800#/in front and rear permitted. Alternate metallic driveshaft permitted. Rear spring relocation to shock permitted with kit TBD. Ford Racing oil pan #M-6675-M50BR permitted. Boss and Laguna intake manifold permitted. 65mm flat plate restrictor required."
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In GCR 9.1.9.1, Ford Mustang/ Thunderbird, make change as follows: "5000 Coyote OEM (15-16 17)" In T1 full prep Spec Lines, add Ford Mustang/Thunderbird:
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In T1 Spec Lines, BMW M3 E92 (08-13), add the following to notes: "Carbon Dash allowed with 25 lb penalty." In T1 Spec Lines, BMW M3 E92 (08-13), add the following to notes: "Carbon Dash allowed with 25 lb penalty."
Request for Allowance of Coil Springs on Limited Prep C6 Corvette
In T1-LP Spec Lines, Chevrolet Corvette C-5 Incl. Fxd. Cpe (98-04) Z06 (hardtop) (01-04), add to Chassis Notes the following: "Leaf spring suspension may be converted to conventional coilover suspension in T1 only." In T1-LP Spec Lines, Chevrolet Corvette C6 Coupe (05-10) Grand Sport (10-13), add to Chassis Notes the following: "Leaf spring suspension may be converted to conventional coilover suspension in T1 only." In T1-LP Spec Lines, Chevrolet Corvette Z06 (06-12), add to Chassis Notes the following: "Leaf spring suspension may be converted to conventional coilover suspension in T1 only."
In T1-LP, Chevrolet Camaro 1LE (2016-), change the weight as follows: "3600 3500" In T1-LP, Chevrolet Camaro 1LE (2016-), change the notes as follows: "53 70mm flat plate restrictor required."
Request to return Ford Mustang Challenge Car to T1
In T1, GCR section 9.1.9.1 T1, classify the Ford Mustang Challenge as an E&O as follows: T1 Maximum Displ. Min. Weight Required Restrictor Engine Notes Chassis Notes Ford Mustang Challenge 4600 cc 3300lbs none none Must be prepared to
In GCR section 9.1.9.2.7.b, T2-T4, make changes to Tires as Follows: "Unless otherwise so noted on a vehicle’s TCS line, all cars shall run the tire size as listed for the vehicle in the TCS or an authorized replacement size. When authorized replacement tires are used, the same size tire shall be used on each axle (front tires need not be the same size as rear tires). Tires must conform to GCR section 9.3. Tires. All tires shall be offered for sale over the counter through the manufacturer’s tire dealer network. The brand of tire and tire pressures are unrestricted. All cars shall run tires with a minimum of a “U” speed rating. Tires must be DOT certified. The tire size on a vehicle spec line is a maximum unless otherwise noted. Touring spec line tire classification supersedes all other rules. For size determination, the molded section shall be used."
In T1, Chevrolet Corvette Cadillac XLR (04-09), add to notes as follows: “C5 body only: Corvette OE equivalent aero parts allowed: C7 Carbon C7-CCC5EX- RSP-GB, C7-CCC5-SS-GB, C7-CCC5-FS-GB, +50lbs.”
In T1, Audi TTRS (GTS 2011 Spec), make changes to chassis notes as follows: “Must conform to December 14th, 2011 July 24th, 2015 revision 3 7 GTS rules.”
In GCR section 9.1.9.1.D.5, add as follows: “Ride height will be measured without driver at the lowest point of the rocker panel, not including the pinch weld. Minimum ride height is 3.5 inches.”
In T1-LP, Ford Mustang GT (2015-), add to the year as follows: “(2015-2017)” In T2, Ford mustang GT 5.0L (2015-), add to the year as follows: “(2015-2017)” In T3, Ford Mustang V6 (2015-), add the year as follows “(2015-2017)” In T1-LP, classify the Ford Mustang GT 5.0L (2018-) as follows:
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In 9.1.9.1.N.5, make changes as follows: “Suspension components shall be the stock OEM parts, but they may be reinforced. Spherical bearings are permitted on suspension components. Standard suspension bushings may be replaced with solid or spherical bushings. Alternate control arms permitted.” “17. Alternate control arms permitted.”
In T1, Porsche 996, make changes to weight and engine notes as follows: 3200 3000 “GT3 Cup, GT3 RSR, GT3 RS, GT America not allowed.” In T1, Porsche 996 GT3 Cup (02-05), change the weight as follows: 3150 3000 In T1, Porsche 997, change the weight as follows: 3150 3100
Request to Add PDK Transmission to 997 Porsche Spec Line
In T1, Acura NSX Turbo World Challenge, make changes to weight, restrictor and notes as follows: 3000 3100 45mm 44mm “Must conform to World-Challenge VTS Dated 8.19.2009 Version Number: 3 Version Date: 6.15.2000 and World-Challenge Appendix A 2010 that limits tire and wheel size: Max Tire Size: 245/40 F, 295/30 R. Wheels Max Size: 17x9 Front, 18x11 Rear. No other touring modifications or allowances permitted beyond the VTS and Appendix A allowances and notes
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Lines In T1, Porsche Cayman GTS (2011), add to notes as follows: “Must conform to 7/15/2015 version 15 VTS. TC aftermarket ABS controller allowed. PDK Permitted +100lbs. No other touring modifications or allowances permitted beyond the noted VTS and these spec line allowances.” In T1, Audi TTRS (GTS 2011 Spec), add to notes as follows: “Must conform to December 14th, 2011 revision 3 GTS rules. No other touring modifications or allowances permitted beyond the noted GTS rules allowances.”
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In T1, Ferrari 430 Challenge, add to notes as follows: “As homologated. DOT tires per 9.1.4.P.1; weight as specified; side windows must be removed; OEM carbon brakes or the Ferrari steel brakes from the 360 Challenge car (F 355 x 32 vented disc, R 330 x 18 vented disc) are permitted; If 18 inch “360” brakes are used, 18 inch wheels are permitted; 19 inch Ferrari Challenge wheels as delivered from factory permitted. Non-OEM rear wing / splitter reduce restrictor by 5 mm. No other touring modifications or allowances permitted.” In T1, Porsche 996 GT3 Cup (02-05), add to notes as follows: “996 required gear ratios: Crown wheel and pinion 8/32; 1st gear 13/41, 2nd gear 20/40, 3rd gear 25/39, 4th gear 29/36 or 26/34, 5th gear 32/33 or 32/35, 6th gear 35/30 or 34/31. No other touring modifications or allowances permitted except as noted in this spec line.” In T2, BMW M235iR (-2016), add to notes as follows: “As homologated from BMW Motorsports No other changes or touring rule allowances permitted. Must conform to World-Challenge VTS 2/25/2016 rev.2.” In T2, Nissan 350Z Track/ Touring/ Standard/ Nismo Spec Z (03-08), add to notes as follows: “SPL rear toe links part# SPL RTA Z33 permitted. Stillen part #400338 permitted. Must conform to all SpecZ 2018 Edition rules. No other touring allowances beyond 2018 SpecZ edition rules or allowances listed here.” In T2, Porsche Spec Cayman, add to notes as follows: “Must conform to all SPC rules in the PCA rulebook. Each competitor shall have available definitive current documentation of the PCA rules. Spec Cayman tires permitted per Spec Cayman rules. Must use DOT tires. No other touring allowances permitted.” In T2, Spec Mustang, add to notes as follows: “Must meet all requirements of Spec Mustang rules located in the Appendices. Cars must Comply with all SCCA T2 graphics and marking rules, including the posting of minimum weight. It is the responsibility of the driver to declare if its running under T2 rules or SMG rules - no mixing between rules.In T3, BMW SpecE46, add to notes as follows: “Must conform to all SpecE46 rules in Appendix N. SpecE46 spec tire permitted per SpecE46 appendix rules or any DOT permitted. No other touring allowances permitted.” In T3, Nissan 350Z Track/ Touring/ Standard/ Nismo (03-08) Spec Z, add to notes as follows: “DE Engine: 57mm flat plate restrictor required. Zspeed and Z1 alternative clutch slave permitted. Must conform to all SpecZ 2018 Edition rules. No other touring allowances beyond 2018 SpecZ edition rules or allowances listed here.” In T3, Porsche Spec Boxster, add to notes as follows: “Must conform to all SPB rules in the PCA rulebook. Each competitor shall have available definitive current documentation of the PCA rules. Tires must meet 2016 SPB rules or any 225 DOT tire permitted. No other touring allowances permitted.”
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Change to Weight, Power and Torque Settings Due to Exhaust Change
The GT4 cars in T1 have the option to use either Pirelli or Michelin tires if they are using non-DOT approved racing slicks. We have also allowed T1-GT4 cars to use any DOT approved race tire conforming to the size shown in the spec line.
The TCR cars were only recently added to T2 and we'd like to see how that works out before making any changes. In T1, even though the lap times are similar, we are concerned about the discrepancies in on-track characteristics.
In GCR, Section 9.1.9.1.A.V.1, add the following: "c. All T1-GT4 cars are permitted to choose a homologation from either IMSA or SRO dated 2022 or after, as shown on the spec line. The chosen homologation must be declared on the car near the spec line number."
Consideration for Nissan Z NISMO GT4 to Touring 1 Class
Thank you for your letter. BOP adjustments are commonly made using complex reports that compare real-world on-track data. You share a spec line with the car that dominated the Runoffs last year. The data from that event was compared to a Corvette in the same event, as well as other competitive spec lines. The new weight in the Boss 302 S197 spec line is actually less than the winning car at the end of the championship race. Keep in mind that the class rules allow for a 100lb decrease if using an H-pattern gearbox and a 50lb decrease if using a straight axle in the rear. During the Runoffs championship race, the Mustang spec line showed best in class acceleration and competitive trap speeds. In the end, It won the Runoffs by 15 seconds.
In GCR, Section 9.1.9.1.I.2-2., change as follows: "Driveshaft and half-shafts may be aftermarket, but shall be the OEM-type and use the same types of materials as stock. Drive shafts may be replaced by one piece drive shafts, and conversely. Driveshafts may be replaced with alternative materials ie. carbon fiber, aluminum, steel. Two-piece driveshafts may be replaced with one-piece units."
Thank you for your letter. The letter writer wishes to machine a FPR and the allowed spacer into one piece. The Touring committee believes that the rule requires the FPR and the spacer to be 2 separate pieces.
Thank you for your letter. We are monitoring the class in order to balance the performance of the new cars (GT4) and the aging T1 cars. We permitted the slick tires on GT4 cars to encourage crossover and increase participation. Prior to their inclusion, T1 numbers were decreasing and participating cars were aging. We will continue to monitor the T1 performance and work to maintain a proper BOP.
Thank you for your letter. We would like to collect data on this car in fully prepared condition. This includes top-of-the-line tires. We are not prepared to make this change at this time.
In GCR, create section 9.1.9.X ELECTRIC TOURING (ET), as follows: A. PURPOSE AND PHILOSOPHY The purpose and philosophy of the Electric Touring category is to allow members the opportunity to compete in production-based battery electric vehicles (BEVs) with limited modification and suitable for sprint races. Modification to vehicles competing in the Electric Touring category, including safety-related modifications, are limited only to those specifically allowed in these rules. Preparation to this specification will result in the vehicle becoming a dedicated electric race vehicle (i.e., non-street legal). The eligibility of cars may be discontinued at any time and for any reason other than
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competitive stature. The proof of legality or illegality shall lie upon any participant seeking action against another participant. B. COMPLIANCE Electric Touring category cars shall be complaint to Federal Standards as specified for each automobile 9.1.9.X ELECTRIC TOURING (ET) SCCA ELECTRIC TOURING (ET) RULES DRAFT SCCA ELECTRIC TOURING – 120122a listed on its Electric Touring specification line and as permitted by these rules. A Shop/Service Manual (or its equivalent) for the specific make, model, and year of automobile is required to be in the possession of each entrant. Manufacturer Shop/Service Manuals may come in the form of printed material, CD, DVD, and/or Internet access to manufacturer website databases. It is the responsibility of the competitor to provide the electronic device capable of accessing the data for compliance verification. If Manufacturer Shop/Service Manuals are not available, then the competitor shall have a copy of the official SCCA® Vehicle Technical Sheet (VTS) with them at each event and shall present it for reference when officially requested. The manual is intended to aid SCCA® Technical Scrutineers in identifying parts and the configuration of the automobile. Additionally, a physical copy of the vehicle’s Emergency Services Guide must be in possession of each entrant and readily accessible per Section 4 of the Supplemental Common Ruleset for Electric Vehicles (SCREV) C. AUTOMOBILE ELIGIBILITY Only those cars listed on spec lines are eligible to compete. Cars classified will be approved by EPA and DOT for sale in the United States (or by Environment Canada for sale in Canada) and shall be available to the general public for purchase. Additions and deletions of automobiles shall be at the discretion of the SCCA®. The vehicle identification number (VIN) shall correspond with the model automobile classified. At least one VIN plate or stamping shall remain in place on the dashboard or chassis that corresponds with the model automobile classified. D. CLASSIFICATION Classifications of automobiles eligible for competition will be reviewed on an annual basis and will be effective as of January 1st. Vehicles classified as Electric Touring 1 (ET1) must have a power-to-weight-ratio of greater than or equal to 125W/kg. Vehicles classified as Electric Touring 2 (ET2) must have a power-to-weight-ratio of less than 125W/kg. E. SAFETY ITEMS The following represent the only safety items and modifications permitted and are required on automobiles involved in Electric Touring competition, unless otherwise noted. Cars must comply with the GCR and the SCREV as noted herein. The addition of safety items not specifically listed is prohibited. No permitted safety component/modification shall additionally perform a prohibited function. 1. Roll cages shall be contained entirely within the driver/passenger compartment and must comply with GCR Section 9.4, Roll Cages for GT and Production Based Cars 2. Installation of a fire system as specified in GCR Section 9.3, Fire System, and SCREV Section 4, Fire System. In the case of a conflict between the GCR and the SCREV, the SCREV takes precedence. 3. The driver’s seat shall be replaced with a one-piece, bucket-type race seat per GCR Section 9.3, Seats. Standard seat tracks/brackets SCCA ELECTRIC TOURING (ET) RULES DRAFT SCCA ELECTRIC TOURING – 120122a may be modified, reinforced, and/or removed to facilitate replacement mountings provided they perform no other function. 4. Installation of a safety harness system as specified in GCR Section 9.3, Driver’s Restraint System. 5. All cars shall run with both front door windows fully open (down), if equipped, and shall have a driver’s side window safety net per GCR Section 9.3, Window Safety Nets. Window safety nets shall be mounted in such a manner to provide protection in the SCCA ELECTRIC TOURING (ET) RULES DRAFT SCCA ELECTRIC TOURING – 120122a event the driver’s door opens. Rear windows shall be run in the closed (up) position. 6. Tractive System Active Light(s) must be installed as defined in SCREV Section 4 for GT and Production Based Vehicles. 7. Rain and Brake Lights must operate as specified in GCR Section 9.3, Lights 8. Vehicle must be marked per SCREV Section 4, Vehicle Markings. 9. Passive restraint systems shall be deactivated. 10. Air bag systems shall be disarmed and may optionally be removed. If so equipped, the rolling door lock mechanism may optionally be deactivated by unplugging the components 11. (OPTIONAL) Steering lock mechanisms may be removed or disabled. 12. (OPTIONAL) Inside net running between the main roll hoop and the dash may be installed as specified in GCR Section 9.3, Inside Net. F. VEHICLE PREPARATION The following represents the only items authorized in the preparation of a vehicle for Electric Touring competition other than safety items as required in Section 9.1.X.E Safety Items. Modifications shall not be made unless specifically authorized herein. No permitted component/modification shall additionally perform a prohibited function 1. ELECTRICAL a. All components of the Tractive System (as defined in SCREV 5.0) shall be OEM and shall not be modified. This includes electric motors, charging systems, DC/DC converters, RESS/Battery Packs, wiring harnesses, etc. b. Auxiliary Battery (as defined in SCREV 5.0) may be replaced with those of alternate manufacture provided they are of similar Ampere-hour (Ah) capacity and weight. Battery must remain in stock location. Additional hold-down brackets are allowed. 2. SOFTWARE AND DATA ACQUISITION SYSTEMS a. All software and firmware builds installed on the vehicle shall be released by the OEM for the vehicle’s specification line. The software and firmware versions may be updated or backdated on the vehicle as long as it was offered by the OEM to the general public for the vehicle’s specification line. b. The OEM source code, logic, or executable for the software or firmware build shall not be modified in any way. c. Adjustment to vehicle performance parameters (such as drive mode, throttle map, maximum motor output power, maximum regenerative braking level, etc.) is permitted only if the OEM software or firmware allows for the adjustment through the vehicle’s OEM user interface (touchscreen, electromechanical selector, push button, etc.). Adjustment to vehicle performance parameters through external test equipment, third-party devices, or through the OBD2 port is prohibited. d. Use of secondary or “piggy-back” controllers are prohibited. e. Devices that perform no function other than to relay lap times to the driver (Longacre Hot Lap, Intercomp Lap Timer, etc.) are permitted, including the required mounting hardware and connections for the relay lap timer to function. f. Stand-alone data acquisition systems (GPS or accelerometer-based) are allowed. One connection from the OBD2 port, or vehicle SCCA ELECTRIC TOURING (ET) RULES DRAFT SCCA ELECTRIC TOURING – 120122a CAN bus, to the stand-alone data acquisition system is permitted. The stand-alone acquisition system must be “read-only” and must not modify any parameter on the databus in any way. Any data-acquisition sensor added to the vehicle is prohibited from interfacing with the vehicle’s software/firmware and the data acquisition system must not tie into the vehicle electronics in any other manner beyond this allowance. g. An official SCCA data acquisition device may be required during practice, qualification, or a race. The data acquisition device may require an electrical interface with the vehicle and may be used for compliance purposes (e.g. software and firmware versions, allowable adjustments to performance parameters, etc.). It is the responsibility of the competitor to SCCA ELECTRIC TOURING (ET) RULES DRAFT SCCA ELECTRIC TOURING – 120122a provide any adapter cable(s) required to electrically interface between the vehicle’s data acquisition output and the official SCCA data acquisition device. Specifications on any official SCCA data acquisition device, including electrical interfaces, will be provided in the event’s supplemental regulations. 3. CHASSIS AND BODYWORK a. Appearance shall be neat and clean. Automobiles that are dirty externally or in the passenger compartments, that show bodywork damage, that are partially or totally in primer, or that do not bear the prescribed identification marks shall not be approved for competition. Vehicles may be painted any color(s). b. The minimum ride height is six (6) inches, to be measured without driver at the lowest point of the rocker panels, but not to include welded seams or fasteners. A vehicle having a ride height listed in the spec line must conform to the spec line. c. Sunroofs, Targa tops, and T-tops are only permitted if installed by the manufacturer of the vehicle. If installed, they must be retained in the closed position and securely bolted in place unless the operating rails adequately secure the panel. Glass panels are permitted. Glass panels may be replaced with a panel made of the same material and thickness as the roof of the car. Replacement panels must have the same contour as the glass panel it is replacing. Components (motors, cables, rails) may be removed provided the panel is securely retained. d. The vehicle body, when viewed from any axis or measured from any cross-section, shall not be modified from the original OEM shape. This includes fenders and wheel openings which shall remain unmodified. e. All mud flaps shall be removed. OEM rigid aerodynamic splats are acceptable. f. Optional Hood Pins may be added to supplement the original hood latch system. All parts of the original hood latch system must remain in the car. 4. SUSPENSION AND STEERING a. Vehicle must use the specific shock and/or strut as listed in the specification line. Modification to suspension components and/or pick-up points is prohibited. b. A maximum of 3.5 degrees negative camber is allowed on front and rear suspensions. Strut suspensions may adjust camber using eccentric bolts (crash bolts) at the strut-to-spindle, slotted strut mounting holes at the spindle, and/or by use of any slotted camber only adjuster plate at the top of the strut mounting plate. If upper strut slotted plates are used, they shall be located on existing chassis structure, utilizing the manufacturer’s original bolt holes and may not serve as reinforcement for that structure. Modifications to the top of the strut tower may be made to allow for camber adjustment only. On other forms of suspension, camber adjustment may be achieved using shims and/or eccentric bolts (crash bolts). c. Front and rear toe settings are free. Rear toe adjustments may be achieved using shims. d. Aftermarket steering wheels, and their required mounting modifications, are permitted. Removable steering wheels are permitted. 5. COOLING SYSTEMS a. Air-Conditioner Systems shall not be removed or modified. This includes any air-conditioning system used to cool the passenger compartment and/or the RESS/Battery Packs b. Coolant fluids must be OEM, but aftermarket radiators and coolant loop hoses are permitted. A radiator screen of minimum one- SCCA ELECTRIC TOURING (ET) RULES DRAFT SCCA ELECTRIC TOURING – 120122a fourth inch (1/4”) mesh may be added in front of the radiator and contained within the bodywork. The rake angle of radiator(s) is unrestricted. c. Dry ice, (a.k.a. solid carbon dioxide), may be used to cool the cooling loop radiators except for when the vehicle is in false grid, in pit lane, in impound, in motion, or inside any building (including garages). Dry-ice must be in a mesh basket or perforated container when cooling the radiators (loose dry-ice is prohibited). Electric fans may be used to force air over the dry-ice and onto the radiators. Dry ice, when not in use, shall be stored in an insulated and vented container outside of any buildings (including garages). Personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses and cryogenic gloves, should be worn when handling or transporting dry ice. Liquid cryogens, such as Liquid Nitrogen (LN2) are prohibited. SCCA ELECTRIC TOURING (ET) RULES DRAFT SCCA ELECTRIC TOURING – 120122a 6. BRAKES a. Standard replacement brake rotors/drums may be obtained from sources other than the original manufacturer provided they are the exact equivalent. b. Any brake pad or lining may be used. Metal or plastic dust shields may be removed or modified by removing material. c. Brake ducts are permitted, but they must serve no other purpose. Duct openings may be created by the removal of the fog lights. Alternatively, duct openings may be created by opening two sections up to 14.5 square inches each of stock false grills originally located in the front fascia, or radiator shroud, but in this case fog lamps may be removed. Fog light holes must be completely covered. The stock headlamp location is not permitted for brake ducting. d. Brake fluid may be substituted with other fluids equivalent (or higher) to manufacturer’s specification e. Original brake and clutch hoses may be replaced by braided stainless steel brake lines f. Regenerative braking is permitted but shall not exceed the maximum level permitted by the OEM released BMS software. 7. WHEELS/TIRES a. All wheels shall be of the diameter and rim width combination as originally offered by the OEM (including optional equipment) for the year(s), make, model and trim level(s) of the car as listed on the specification line. b. All wheels shall be one-piece metal castings or metal two piece welded. All four wheels must be the same diameter. Knockoff/quick change type wheels are prohibited. c. Aftermarket wheel studs and/or wheel bolts are allowed. Wheel bolts may be replaced with studs and nuts. Wheel spacers are allowed; the same thickness spacer must be used on all four corners. d. Wheels are permitted any offset provided the tire tread (that portion of the tire that contacts the ground) does not protrude beyond the fender opening when viewed from the top perpendicular to the ground. e. All tires must be of a size (width and aspect ratio) as originally offered by the OEM (including optional equipment) for the wheel diameter and rim width installed on the vehicle. f. Tires must conform to GCR Section 9.3 Tires. g. Spare Wheels and Tires must be removed from the vehicle. 8. INTERIOR a. Interiors may be removed including seats, seat brackets, carpet, carpet padding, rear door panels, OEM seat belts, interior trim, and headliners. Front door window glass, front window operating mechanism, inner door trim panel, armrest, map pockets, wiring harnesses for front door locks, power mirrors, seat wiring, etc., and inside front door latch/lock operating mechanism may be removed. Heater cores, and hoses, must remain except for duct work under seats. Duct work behind the dash may be removed to allow for roll cage installation. b. Trunk mats, covers and/or carpeting shall be removed. SCCA ELECTRIC TOURING (ET) RULES DRAFT SCCA ELECTRIC TOURING – 120122a c. Hubcaps, wheel trim rings, jack, and tools shall be removed. d. Hatchback “privacy covers” must be completely removed. e. Interior mirror(s) may be replaced with a multi-panel type mirror but shall not extend beyond the confines of the interior. f. Stand-alone radios may be removed. Radios integrated into the OEM infotainment system shall not be removed. g. Audio speakers may be removed. h. Two-way communication radios may be installed. 9. WEIGHT a. The minimum weight as listed on the spec line is with driver. If a cool suit system is utilized, the cool suit system shall be weighed with the car as it came off the track. b. Ballast may be added to meet the listed minimum weight. c. The ballast shall be in segments no lighter than ten (10) pounds and no heavier than fifty (50) pounds. d. Each segment shall be fastened with a minimum of two (2) one-half inch (1/2”) bolts and positive lock nuts of SAE Grade 5/Metric 8.8 or better, and shall utilize large diameter, load distributing washers. 10. GENERAL a. All adjustments shall be at the manufacturer’s specification and/or within the manufacturer’s specified tolerances unless they are specifically allowed in the GCR (example: camber angle). b. “Special performance” specifications from the manufacturer that go beyond those listed on a specification line for a car are prohibited. Any manufacturer determined to be supplying false specifications to competitors or to SCCA will be advised that the specifications shall be withdrawn and/or the eligibility of the car(s) involved will be terminated. The SCCA® Club Racing Board (CRB) is authorized to implement these terminations on an immediate basis without Board of Directors (BoD) approval. In the case of service circulars, recalls, etc., the burden of proof of validity will be upon the competitor. c. Towing eyes per GCR Section 9.3, Towing Eyes, shall be fitted. d. Lubricants may be substituted with any lubricant. Additives are unrestricted. e. Removal of OEM Low Speed Audible Alert systems is prohibited. f. Cosmetic plastic motor covers may be removed.
In GCR, Section 9.1.9.1.N., add second paragraph as follows: "Any T1 participant who enters a car that is listed in the “T1 GT4” or “Touring 1 Homologated Cars” spec lines must have the specifications for the car as homologated by the manufacturer readily available for review by SCCA stewards and officials. The participant also must ensure that copies of the same are on file with the SCCA Technical Department in advance of the start of the event in which they will be competing. Deadlines for submission of this information may be set in the event Supplemental Regulations or by other means."
Thank you for your letter. We are concerned about the competitiveness of the T1 Camaro. We have already instituted changes since your last race at the June Sprints. It is currently 125 pounds lighter than it was at that time. If it is not an OEM LS3, the FPR is also larger than it was at that time. Please race again so we can see data on how these changes affected the car.
Thank you for your letter. The new 2023 Touring 1 rules clarified the intent and direction of the class. Therein it is noted that it is moving away from the STO type cars. It further notes that the T1 target weight should be greater than 3000 lbs. This particular car is too far outside of the target.
Regarding letter #35092 Gen 5 Camaro Weight Disadvantage
Thank you for your letter. Issues in your original address have been corrected in the current GCR or in the current Fastrack. The Camaro GT4 would fit in GT4 nicely. If someone requests it with the intention to race it, we'll class it immediately.
Request reinstatement of Honda S2000 with Rotrex S/C in T1
Thank you for your letter. The old S2000 classification is too far from the intent of T1. It has too many non-OEM allowances and used to run way under the 3000lb target for the class. Meanwhile, this car could fit in STU well. Please consider that class.
Thank you for your letter. The GT4 cars are required to conform to a specific set of rules. Their BOP in the class is dependent on them conforming to those rules. Traditional T1 cars have the option of upgrading to a sequential gearbox, similar to what is in a GT4 car. If you opt to run the stock transmission, you can remove 100lbs. We are willing to consider changing the rules so that an alternative OEM transmission could be treated like a sequential. This would allow you to install a late model OEM alternative. This rule wouldn't take effect until 2024.
Thank you for your letter. The Fox body Mustang is too old. We will only consider reinstating a car that has been actively raced in T1 continuously and recently.
Thank you for your letter. Judging by the data that you've provided, it appears that you should be working to conform to spec line #1490. Please note, all T1 drivers are now required to label their spec line number on the left side of their car.
Thank you for your letter. The car could easily be adapted for T2 or T3. The racing camshaft and ITBs aren't compliant in the Touring classes. We don't believe that the car as you presented it, would be competitive in T1.
Thank you for your letter. Over the past year, we have repeatedly stated that we are grandfathering pre-existing T1 cars that don't conform to the new T1 3000 lb vision, as long as they are continuously campaigned in the class. We want to see it raced in at least 3 Majors events/season to remain in the class. We admit, the NA, and NB Miata used to be classed in T1, but didn't make it into the new rules. If you are willing to continue to operate under these stipulations, we are willing to put it back in the class.
Moving Porsche Cayman GT4 Clubsport from GT2 to T1 re New T1
Thank you for your letter. The 1985 Fox body is not consistent with the new direction of T1. We are working toward a class with modern USDM based models.
Thank you for your letter. The S2000 doesn't fit with multiple aspects of the T1 intent. The car had a forced induction, but was never sold with it. The car also ran well below 3000 lbs, which is the cutoff for T1 cars going forward.
Thank you for your letter. We are hesitant to start allowing carbon parts under the new T1 rules. We are planning to collect as much data as possible for BOP purposes. We'd like to see where these cars end up before we make an allowance that causes you to spend money, especially if we end up needing to add weight later.
Thank you for your letter. In letter 33633, we re-wrote the T1 rules. To ensure similar on-track characteristics in T1 going forward, all future classifications will be classed at or above 3000 lbs. Please submit to GT3.
Thank you for your letter. Please see letter #33633 in the January 2023 Fastrack, where the T1 rules have been re-written. The LP category has been incorporated into the main body of the rules.
Thank you for your letter. See letter #33580 in January 2023 Fastrack, Section "R" where the following rule was adopted: "Cars built with front windows are permitted, but not required, to remove them". This rule applies to cars that were purpose built for racing with windows.
In GCR, create the following ruleset to run simultaneously with existing Touring (T1) Category effective 1/1/2023, existing TOURING (T1) CATEGORY to sunset effective 3/1/2023: “1. Touring 1 Rules T1 Category Purpose and Philosophy: Intent- Touring 1 (T1) is intended to be the pinnacle of production-based competition in the SCCA. The intent of the T1 category is to allow competition of high-performance production-based vehicles either; 1) built from road-going donors or 2) initially sold as a race ready car. Vehicles in this category must be identifiable with vehicles offered for sale to the public and available thru manufacturer distribution channels within the USA. Alternate cars may be approved on a case-by-case basis but will be limited to
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factory-based models. Philosophy- The T1 philosophy is to allow balanced competition between racers that approach the class from different scenarios. 1) Some will opt to race a production-based vehicle with safety equipment and common and widely available performance modifications 2) Due to the increasing complexity of high-performance cars, late model T1-capable cars are primarily being built by manufacturer-backed programs. Drivers that opt to race these cars will be required to comply with a specific homologation or spec sheet as defined in their spec line. Examples are GT4 cars or the track-ready Mustang FP350S. 3) Some will choose to campaign cars built for a different series. An example is the inclusion of Spec Corvettes. T1 Car Eligibility: Cars are eligible for the class when the car or the chassis appears on a specification line and with the specific allowances permitted. New models and allowances will be considered after being properly requested through the CRB’s letter log system. New model submissions must include Vehicle Technical Specifications (VTS) sheets. Allowances that are permitted are not mandatory and a vehicle may race without any given positive allowance. T2 cars may race in the T1 category if they meet minimum safety requirements. Minimum weight for any new T1 classification is 3000 lbs. The T1 rules are broken into 2 categories: 1) Cars that were once showroom models, which were converted to race cars conforming to the following category rules, and 2) Cars that were built to meet the homologations of a different series or were built by a factory as a track-ready car. Category rules for showroom models begin in at “A. Bodywork” and continue to “N”. Allowed homologated cars must comply with the second set of category rules found after the first set of spec lines and resume at “Q”. Only cars listed in the following spec lines are eligible to compete in SCCA Touring 1 races. Not every spec line is automatically eligible to compete in the National Championship Runoffs. All new spec lines will be required to compete in at least 3 Super Tour events prior to being able to enter the Runoffs. This provides the club the chance to evaluate new spec lines before they enter. Old or unused spec lines will be removed from these rules through the following process: If a spec line or engine option is slated to be removed, it will be marked with “Expiring” and an effective date in the “Spec Line Number” column. If you compete under one of these spec lines, or intend to soon, please submit a request through the SCCA’s letter system. If a spec line or engine option was removed, you may request to re-class it. A. Bodywork 1. Hoods, trunk lids, and front fenders may be replaced with panels of any type material, provided that the panel maintains the OEM profiles. For the sole purpose of tire fitment, wheel arches may be flared up to 3” and must maintain the OEM profile. The hood may have heat exhaust vents installed in it. Hood inlets (scoops) are not allowed. The vents shall not expose the mechanical components of the car when looking down from above. The permitted transmission and differential coolers may vent through rear license plate frame. There shall be a screen, painted the same color as the surrounding bodywork, covering the vent opening. Any OEM non-functional, decorative vents/ducts may be made to be functional provided the exterior body appearance is not modified. 2. It is permitted to roll under or flatten any interior lip on the wheel opening for tire clearance. Cars with plastic/composite fenders may remove any interior wheel opening lip, but the resulting material edge shall be no thinner than the basic fender material thickness. Non-metallic inner fender liners may be removed. 3. Standard body appearance must be strictly maintained. Standard body appearance includes the OEM grille and badge. 4. Body and frame seams and joints may be welded. The OEM radiator supports may be replaced or reinforced to make repairs easier. The radiator supports shall not reinforce the rest of the chassis or diminish the OEM crush zones. Tubular/removable front clips are not permitted. 5. Bumper brackets may be modified, but bumpers must remain in OEM locations. 6. Non-essential body items and trim may be removed including attaching brackets and supporting structure. Any holes in bodywork exposed by the removal of these items shall be covered or filled. 7. All of the vehicle’s doors must be able to be opened from both inside and outside the vehicle. Latches and hinges for the doors may be modified, but must remain in working order. Electric door latches may be removed and replaced with mechanical linkage. Mechanical door latch location must be marked to be visible to workers. Aftermarket latches and hinges may be used but shall not protrude beyond outer surface of bodywork. The stock side impact beams may be removed when NASCAR style door bars are installed. 8. Hood and trunk pins, clips, or positive action external latches are permitted. Stock hood and trunk latches and hinges may be disabled or removed; if so, a positive action external fastening method shall be used. Engine compartment insulation may be removed. 9. Openings in the bodywork may be temporarily covered, wholly or partially, with tape for the purpose of regulating airflow. Bodywork openings may be closed off using close-out panels mounted behind body openings. Bodywork seams may not be taped except to temporarily secure it after contact. 10. All bodywork and windows shall be sufficiently rigid, adequately supported and properly secured such that it does not noticeably flutter, move, or deform while vehicle is in motion. 11. Aftermarket OEM style hardtops are allowed. B. Aerodynamic Devices 1. Front Splitter a) A front splitter that is a flat, single-plane may be added. The splitter shall have no vertical deviations. The permitted splitter may close out the underbody from the leading edge of the approved bodywork, back to the centerline of the front axle. The splitter may be mounted to the front fascia via a vertical intermediate mounting surface. If the vertical mounting surface overlaps the front fascia, it may not overlap more than 2.0 inches. Additionally, a maximum of 4 rods, or cables, may be used to support the front, and/or sides, of the splitter. No other material(s) may be used external to the body to support the splitter. A single-plane vertical close-out panel(s) may be used to bridge the gap between the front fascia and the splitter. Splitter designs may incorporate openings for brake ducts provided it does not affect the standard body appearance. b) The minimum ride height of front splitters and air dams is 3.0 inches. c) The front splitter must not extend more than 2.0 inches past the original or approved bodywork as viewed from above for the entire profile of the splitter. d) The splitter shall not extend laterally any further than the widest point of the outside sidewall of the front tires with the wheels pointed straight ahead. The splitter may not extend more than 2.0 inches beyond the bodywork, regardless of where the outside edges of the front tires are. e) The splitter may have vertical deviations, fences, etc., only if they are part of the production body- work for street use. 2. Rear Wing a) The wing shall be mounted to the trunk/deck lid or bumper frame with 2 mounting brackets. Each mounting bracket shall attach to the wing at a point that is at least 2.0 inches inboard of endplates. The wing, and the portion of the mounting brackets located externally to the trunk/deck lid, may only be rein- forced by a diagonal strut having no aerodynamic effect, and/or by affixing the external parts of the brackets to internal parts of the brackets within the trunk/cargo area. The internal parts of the brackets may protrude through the trunk/deck lid to allow the two parts of each bracket to be fastened together. b) Factory wings and spoilers are permitted, but must be removed if an approved wing is installed. c) Wings shall be a single element and single plane with a maximum chord length of 12.00 inches, including any Gurney flap. (except as allowed in 9.1.9.1.B.2.h). d) The entire wing assembly may be no wider than the widest part of the car, not including fender flares/lips and mirrors, or a maximum width of 72.0 inches, whichever is the lesser. e) The entire rear wing assembly, including the end plates and any Gurney flap, shall be mounted level with, or below, the peak of the roof. f) The trailing edge of the rear wing may be mounted no further rearward than the center of the rear- most part of the approved bodywork unless otherwise noted on specific spec line. g) Wing end plates must not exceed 144.0 square inches. 3. Any car not using a wing and/or splitter may subtract 150lb. 4. A close-out panel may be mounted behind the grille. 5. OEM side skirts may be used if they were available on the car from the dealer provided they meet the minimum ride height rule. Aftermarket side skirts may be used provided they meet the minimum ride height rule, have no openings/ducts in them other than for jacking insert(s), are no wider than the approved fascias, do not extend any higher than the bottom of the door and do not reinforce the chassis. 6. Canards or dive planes are not permitted unless part of the OEM bodywork or permitted on spec line. C. Interior 1. The following items may be installed: Safety equipment/structures, seat, controls necessary for driving, instrumentation, electronic equipment, radio, camera, battery, driver cooling system, driver ventilation system, replacement door panels/ interior trim, anti-sway bar controls (not within reach of driver). None of the above items may hinder driver exit from the car. 2. The driver’s seat shall be located in the same lateral location as the OEM seat, unless otherwise allowed on a car’s spec line. The transmission tunnel may be modified for the purpose of installing a competition driver seat. The floor pan must remain in its original position, but may be modified 1” to accommodate driver's height. 3. All interior trim may be removed excluding the dash. Original instruments/gauges may be replaced, or supplemented, with additional monitoring gauges. Accessories, lights and switches may be added or removed. Box-type extensions from the dash pad may be used to mount switches and controls, in the areas where the OEM insert panels were mounted, so that they more easily accessible to the driver. Audio and video systems may be removed. Alternative (i.e. carbon or fiberglass) OEM style and Configuration dashboards may be used with a 25 pound penalty. 4. Vertical bulkheads, and enclosures, within the cockpit shall not be any higher than the bottom of the side windows. No bulkheads shall cover the rear foot wells. This rule may be superseded in the spec line. 5. Dash pad modification – It is permitted to modify the dash pad in order to run the roll cage tubes through the dash area as long as the dash pad is modified only enough for roll cage fitment. If necessary, the dash pad may be parted to ease installation around roll cage. Any such parting shall be done in such a way as to minimize the appearance that they have been separated once pieces of dash pad are installed. D. Chassis 1. All cars shall have the OEM rear package shelf and/or rear seat back support structure installed if applicable. As an alternative, a metallic close out panel may be installed that simulates the rear package shelf and/or the rear seat back support structure if applicable. If a close out panel is used to clean up the appearance of the rear package shelf and/or rear material is free. 2. Cables, wiring and fluid lines in the engine compartment and cabin interior may be replaced, rerouted, and/or protected. 3. Cars that have driveshafts shall have two 360-degree loops of sufficient strength located as close as possible to the front and rear universal joints to prevent the driveshaft from dropping in case of failure of either universal joint. Floor materials, torque tubes and cross members may also be utilized to provide this protection. 4. It is permitted to attach one or more plates, or pads, under the car to provide for jacking of the car, provided they serve no other purpose. It is prohibited to install any kind of device, which protrudes from the rocker panel or side of the car. However, tubes may be attached to the roll cage or chassis and extend to the inner surface of the rocker panel or bodywork to act as a receptacle for a jacking fixture. Air jacks are permitted, but no air source may be carried on board. Jock points are considered when measuring ride height. 5. Ride height will be measured without driver at the lowest point of the rocker panel, not including the pinch weld. Minimum ride height is 3.5 inches. 6. The OEM firewall between the cockpit and engine compartment shall be intact to prevent the passage of flames from the engine compartment to the cockpit. Any holes in the firewall must be of the minimum size for the passage of controls and wires, and must be completely sealed. 7. Both front windows, driver and passenger, shall be down (preferably removed) whenever the vehicle is on track. The OEM window opening on the front doors shall not be filled in with any material, other than the material required to mount a NACA-duct for driver cooling. The area closed off to mount the NACA- duct shall not exceed 50 square-inches. Enough open area for the driver to exit in an emergency shall remain open at all times. 8. All vehicles must use a stock, OEM equivalent, safety glass windshield, or 6 mm minimum thickness Lexan replacement, mounted in the stock location, at the stock angle and maintaining the stock profile. 9. Windshield clips, per GCR section 9.3 Windshield Clips/Rear Window Straps, are permitted and recommended. Rear window clips are permitted. 10. Side windows, not including the front door windows, and rear windows may be replaced by clear Lexan-type plastic material having a minimum thickness of 0.125 inch, but must retain the same shape, size, and location as the original glass. NACA-ducts may be mounted in the side windows. The rear window must be secured by 2 additional straps 1.0 inch wide by 0.0625 inch thick minimum, bolted or riveted to the body at both the top and bottom of the rear window. If a Lexan rear window is mounted with multiple, evenly spaced screws around each side of its perimeter, safety straps are not required. If a DOT spec glass rear window is used in conjunction with the OEM method of mounting, safety straps are recommended, but not required. 11. Windows may be mounted and sealed with silicone. Any silicone used to bridge the gap between the perimeter of the window and the chassis shall be neat in appearance and uniform in thickness. Tape may only be used to seal the windows during wet track sessions for the purpose of reducing the amount of water entering the cockpit. 12. OEM side window framework shall be intact. 13. Acrylic or glass removable/moveable roof panels may be replaced with the same material as the surrounding roof. All brackets, mounts, and moldings must be removed. Fabric tops are not permitted and shall be removed along with all associated hardware. It may be replaced with an OEM hardtop if one is available. 14. Unused mounting tabs and brackets that are non-structural may be removed. 15. The OEM “rain gutter/tray” at the base of the windshield shall be intact and in the OEM location. 16. The floor pan may be modified to provide clearance for the exhaust system and allowed alternate trans- mission/transaxle. 17. Inner fender panels may be modified or replaced. 18. Convertible model cars may compete with a hardtop or as an open car. 19. Fasteners are free. Titanium fasteners are prohibited. Fasteners may be replaced with adhesives. 20. Rounded coverings may be used at the rear of the front window openings to bridge gap between the leading edge of b-pillar and inner edge of main roll hoop. The material and design of these coverings is free, but shall be neat in appearance and securely fastened. 21. A third (3rd) tube on each side may extend through the firewall to the chassis in the engine compartment. These tubes shall not extend forward of the shock towers. 22. An underbody close-out panel(s) may be used in the area behind the rear axle. These panels shall not alter the external appearance of the car when looking from the rear and sides of the car (i.e. we want to have to lay on the ground to see them). If the production car uses underbody trim pieces, the OEM trim pieces may be removed or replaced, but any close-out panel(s) used may not visually hide any more of the mechanical components, when looking from the rear and sides of the car, than the OEM trim pieces do. The close-out panels shall not completely bridge the gap between the rear floor pan area and the rear axle centerline. On rear engine cars, any close-out panels shall not extend any further forward than the rear axle centerline. Cars with a fuel cell, engine, etc. that extend down into external visual range shall fit the close-out panel(s) around the component in such a way that it does not alter the external appearance of the car. 23. Chassis bushing material is not restricted E. Engine 1. Engines may be used if they are shown as an engine option on the spec line. Engine options will be considered if the manufacturer of the vehicle and engine are the same (e.g., an Acura engine installed into a Honda car) and was available in a car delivered in North America. Engines from vehicles not available in a car delivered in North America may be considered and approved on a case-by-case basis. For an engine to be considered, a member must submit to the CRB a Vehicle Technical Specifications (VTS) sheet with all engine parameters filled out and all supporting documentation. If approved, all allowances will be noted on the proper spec line. 2. OEM Engine option- Some spec lines are offered the option to utilize OEM engine specifications. This option is indicated in the “Maximum Displ.” Column of the spec lines. When using this option, it is permitted take advantage of the durability allowances listed below, including valves, pistons and rods. These parts must be greater than or equal OEM weight, and must meet the specifications set forth in the factory service manual. OEM engines may use a dry sump system. The use of an alternate oil pan and pickup tube is allowed. 3. The crankshaft shall be a stock OEM part or an aftermarket part as long as it is of identical dimensions, material, and within 3% of the mass of the OEM part for the specific engine. The crankshaft may be balanced. The maximum weight reduction allowance for balancing of the crankshaft is 0.5 lbs. The maximum weight reduction allowance for the balancing of the reciprocating assembly is 15 grams. 4. Blocks may be sleeved to repair cylinder walls. Engines may be bored to a maximum of .040 inch over standard bore size. 5. Rocker arm, lifter, follower, pushrod, keeper, retainer, guide, and seat materials are free; Titanium is not permitted, except for retainers or OEM parts. The head may be machined to fit valve train components. Rocker arm ratio must meet OEM specs. 6. To increase the compression ratio, the bottom of the head may be machined. 7. Alternate pistons are permitted and/or the pistons may be machined. Maximum compression ratio is 12:1 unless noted on the spec line. Must use SCCA approved fuel. 8. Alternate connecting rods are permitted given they are within 3% of the OEM weight or greater. Rods must be ferrous 9. Valves may be replaced with Performance alternatives provided; 1) that the weight of the replacement is equal to or greater than OE. 2) they are the same size and profile as OE. Valve springs may be replaced with aftermarket alternatives provided they are the same configuration and size as OE +/-.015”). Valve lift is limited to .600 inches. OEM engines must retain OEM valve lift and duration. 10. Performance alternate camshafts are allowed. Camshaft timing is free. 11. Cars produced with an electronic throttle body may use the OEM electronic throttle body. The OEM electronic throttle body may be converted to manual actuation and the actuation cam on a manual throttle body may be changed to alter the opening/closing rate of the butterfly. Alternately actuated throttle bodies may be considered on a case-by- case basis. 12. The ignition system is unrestricted. 13. Aftermarket and performance alternative ECU, wiring, and transmission controls are permitted. Engine calibration (spark and fuel) is free. 14. Performance Alternative TCS is allowed. Reprogramming of OEM TCS systems is permitted. 15. Fuel injectors and fuel rails must maintain the original number and mounting locations, but are otherwise free. Fuel pumps and fuel filters are free in type, size and number. 16. The location and type of the fuel pressure regulators are free provided they are mounted within the engine compartment or the OEM location. 17. Vents, breathers, and oil filters may be added, or substituted. All emission control devices may be removed and the resulting holes plugged. 18. Replacement gaskets and seals are free, including head gaskets. Replacement gaskets and seals must be made out of material(s) designed to seal the parts of an engine. Replacement gaskets and seals may not perform any other functions. Head gaskets may be used to adjust compression ratio. 19. The intake manifold on piston engines may be port matched to the head(s), provided no material is removed further than one inch in from the manifold to head mounting surface(s). 20. Variable cam timing (VTEC, VANOS, etc.) and variable length intake manifolds may be partially, or wholly, disabled. Variable cam timing systems that use multiple cam lobes for each valve(s) may remove lobes from the camshaft(s) that are not being used. 21. Cars utilizing forced induction may not have a boost controller within reach of the driver. A car must enter pit lane to have the boost level changed by the crew if necessary. Competitors must be prepared to demonstrate the boost adjustment process to officials. 22. All cars shall use the installed engine’s stock air throttling devices (e.g., throttle body, carburetor) and intake manifold, unless noted otherwise. Components upstream of the throttling devices are free. 23. Unless otherwise noted, the following restrictions apply to turbochargers. a) The inlet restrictor (if required) shall be positioned within six inches of the compressor wheel. b) Turbochargers or superchargers that have been added to spec lines are grandfathered in the class, but will not be considered going forward. Swapping of turbochargers between engine makes and models is prohibited. Supercharged cars may be approved on a case-by-case basis. Alternate water pump, alternator, crankshaft dampers, and/or power steering pulleys are unrestricted. Crankshaft pulley is unrestricted for all non- supercharged engines; supercharged engines must use OEM crankshaft and supercharger pulleys unless otherwise noted on spec line. 24) All cars may fit the approved carburetor and manifold. The approved manifold may be ported and polished, but its design and configuration shall not be altered in any other way. The lowering of or boring of holes in the center divider is prohibited. Removal or obliteration of the manifold part number is prohibited. a. The approved carburetor shall be a maximum of 650 cfm and 4 barrels. The approved optional insulator (Holley #108- 12), and manifold (Edlebrock Performer RPM #7101-General Motors / #7121-Ford/Mercury) shall be fitted to cars. b. Except as permitted in these rules, the carburetor shall not be modified in any way. Any carburetor jets, accelerator pump, pump cam, and accelerator pump nozzles may be used. Power valves, metering blocks, and floats may be altered or replaced. No venturi (including secondary or auxiliary) shall be modified in any way, but they may be aligned. Idle holes may be drilled in the throttle plates (butterflies). Carburetors may be modified to allow “four corner” idle adjustment. c. The external throttle linkage to the carburetor may be modified or changed. Choke mechanisms, plates, rods, and actuating cables, wires, or hoses may be removed. No removal or alteration of the carburetor air horn is permitted. d. All air entering the intake tract shall pass through the carburetor air inlet. 25. Cars may modify, or replace, motor and gearbox mounts provided that the engine and transmission are located in the OEM location. This includes the use of “torque plates”. All engines will be mounted in the stock position unless otherwise specified. Where an engine setback is allowed, the OEM firewall may be modified only enough to accommodate the engine set back. 26. The following cars may set the engine rearward a maximum of 4.0 inches and may lower the engine a maximum of 1.5 inches: **This rule is set to expire as of Jan 1, 2024.** a. Cadillac CTS-V (04-07) b. Pontiac GTO (04-08) c. Ford Mustang (85-02) 4. GM F-Body (93-02) 27. The intake and exhaust ports on piston engines may be ported at a 3% weight penalty. The valve guide may be machined as part of this porting. 28. Dry sump systems are allowed. The dry-sump system is limited to 5 stages. It shall consist of 1 pressure stage and a maximum of 4 scavenge stages. If the OEM style pressure pump is used it shall count as the one permitted pressure stage. There may be a maximum of 2 two-port scavenge stages, or a maximum of 4 single-port scavenge stages, or any combination such that oil is not being scavenged from more than a maximum of 4 locations. 29. The oil pan and oil pickup may be baffled, modified, or replaced. The OEM oil pump may be modified, or replaced with an OEM-style oil pump. It is strongly suggested that oil drain plugs be secured with safety wire. D. Cooling 1. Water Cooling- Provided that the stock method of cooling is retained, the cooling system is free, including cooling fans, but the water radiator must remain in the approximate OEM location. The mounting angle may be changed. 2. Engine Oil Cooling- Coolers for the engine oil are free in number, type and location. 3. Intake Air Cooling- Cars utilizing forced induction may install intercoolers. The number, type, and location of intercoolers are free. Performance alternative Intercoolers are permitted. 4. Water Spray Systems- Water may not be sprayed on any component aside from the windshield. 5. Other Cooling systems; transmission oil, power steering, etc are not restricted E. Fluid Piping & Fuel Tank 1. Fuel Cells/Tanks- The use of a fuel cell is required unless the stock fuel tank is located between the axle centerlines and within the main chassis structure (i.e., frame rails, etc.). All fuel cells must comply with GCR 9.3. Proper bracing to protect the fuel cell in the event of a rear-end crash is required. If a fuel cell is installed in the rear hatch/rear trunk area, the OEM floor pan in that area may be replaced with metal in order to make it easier to mount the fuel cell and close out the area around the fuel cell. 2. There must be a metal bulkhead completely separating the cockpit from the compartment containing the fuel cell. This does not negate the requirement that the fuel cell bladder be contained in a metal container. 3. No line containing engine coolant may pass through the cockpit. No hydraulic fluid lines may have removable connectors inside the cockpit. 4. All fluid hoses, lines, reservoirs, and tanks that are in the cockpit, or cargo area that is open to the driver, shall be separated from the driver by rigid metallic and/or non-metallic enclosures and/or deflection shields to prevent fluid from spraying on the driver in case of a leak. Magnesium is prohibited. Waterproof flexible wraps may also be used to prevent fluid from spraying on the driver. The floor of these enclosures, or the area under the deflection shields, shall be designed to prevent the accumulation of fluids. 5. No fuel cooling devices are permitted in the car. F. Oil System 1. If the oil tank is located in the cockpit area, or a trunk area that is open to the driver, it must be separated from the driver by a metal enclosure made up of .036 inch steel, or .059 inch aluminum. This is in addition to the 10mm thick crushable structure that is required in section 9.1.4.I.2. The floor of the enclosure must be designed to prevent accumulation of fluids. 2. Accusump-type systems may be used. G. Exhaust System 1. Headers are allowed 2. Exhaust is free, as long as it exits behind the driver. The exhaust pipe may not protrude more than 3.0 inches at the point where it exits the bodywork (rear) or 1.0 inches (side) when viewed from above. If the exhaust pipe(s) exit the bodywork at the widest part of the body such that any extension of the exhaust pipe(s) beyond the body would make pipe(s) the widest point, the exhaust pipe(s) must be trimmed flush (+/- 0.5 inch) with the bodywork at the point that they exit the body. Minor body modifications are permitted to accommodate exhaust systems. Modifications shall serve no other purpose. The underbody rocker panels may be modified for the installation of the exhaust system, but these modifications may only serve to provide clearance for the exhaust system. The exhaust system must be adequately isolated from the driver’s compartment. 3. If the exhaust system is routed in such a way that damage to it could cause hot exhaust to contact any part of the fuel system, there shall be a metallic heat shield protecting the fuel system components. It is recommended that this heat shield be located at least 3.0 inches away from the exhaust system, and there be at least 3.0 inches between the heat shield and the fuel system components. H. Electrical System- The electrical system is free provided that: 1. Use any commercially available battery. Batteries may be relocated. 2. For the purpose of cost reduction, standard headlights, headlight operating ancillaries, and parking light assemblies may be removed and replaced with a plate of identical shape and size of the lens. Standard headlight assemblies may be replaced with aftermarket units of equal dimension. Vehicles with pop-up and/or hidden headlights may modify and/or remove the headlight assemblies as long as the headlight cover and any other external hardware are properly secured in the stock closed location. 3. Fog/driving lights, parking lights and associated attaching hardware may be removed. The resulting openings may be used to duct air, or may be filled/covered. No ducting may extend beyond the outer surface of the bodywork. 4. Each car must be fitted with at least one effective windshield wiper assembly, which must be in working order throughout the event. Wiper blades, arms and associated hardware may be substituted freely. Other windshield wiper assemblies may be removed. 5. Each car must have an effective defogging/demisting system that is capable of keeping the windshield clear during wet sessions. Anti-fog films meet this requirement. I. Drivetrain 1. Alternate differential housings are permitted from the same model of vehicle. Differential may be open, locked, or of a limited-slip type. The internals of limited-slip type differentials may be modified to change the amount of slip limiting. Differentials with external, or electric, adjustability are prohibited. 2. Driveshaft and half-shafts may be aftermarket, but shall be the OEM-type and use the same types of materials as stock. Drive shafts may be replaced by one piece drive shafts, and conversely. 3. Alternate flywheels and clutches are permitted. Carbon flywheels and carbon clutches are not permitted. Flywheel diameter must be the same as the OEM flywheel. Any 7 inch or larger clutch is permitted. Clutch and pressure plate design is free. 4. Aftermarket sequential transmissions are permitted. Cars with aftermarket sequential shift transmissions shall utilize a 1:1 ratio in top gear. Transmission location must be OEM. Maximum bell housing length is 10 inches. Cars that don’t use an aftermarket sequential transmission may decrease their competition weight by 100 lbs. 5. Transmissions and ratios are free. Forward gears are limited to six speeds. J. Suspension and Steering 1. All suspension members must be made from ferrous and/or aluminum materials. Chromium plating of suspension members is prohibited. 2. Suspension springs are free. Coil-over units may be added to supplement or replace OEM springs. Attaching points may be reinforced. It is permitted to use threaded spring seats for adjustability. 3. Shock absorbers and struts are free with a maximum or 4 adjusters per damper. Driver adjustable systems and electronically controlled shocks are not permitted unless it is an OEM system running with OEM shocks and springs. If a reservoir/adjustment canister is used, only one may be used per shock. The shocks at each individual wheel may not be connected in any way. Adjustment canisters may not be within reach of the driver. 4. Anti-roll bars are free, and may be added, removed, or substituted. Driver adjustable anti-roll bars are not permitted. Adjustment controls for anti-roll bars may be located within the cockpit, but must be out of the reach from the driver’s seat. Adjustments to anti-roll bars during practice, qualifying and race must be done in pit lane. End/drop links must use OEM mounting locations. 5. Spherical bearings are permitted on suspension components. Standard suspension bushings may be replaced with solid or spherical bushings. Alternate control arms permitted. 6. Any anti-roll bar(s) and rear axle traction bar(s), rear axle panhard rod and watts linkage can be added or substituted, provided their installation serves no other purpose. The mounts for these devices can be welded or bolted to the car. These devices and their mounts cannot be located in the trunk or driver/ passenger compartment unless fitted as stock. Rear axle traction bar(s) used to control axle housing rotation must be solid bar or tube. 7. When a car’s anti-roll bar also acts as a suspension locating device, the bar’s attachment points and pivot points on the chassis and suspension control arms must remain in their stock locations. 8. Slotted plates may be added over original shock mounts on front and rear shock towers for camber/ caster adjustment. Front and rear strut tower braces are permitted. Camber, toe and caster is unrestricted. 9. All steering components, with the exception of the steering wheel, column and tie-rods/toe-links, must be original equipment supplied by the manufacturer. These parts may be strengthened provided the original part can still be identified. Steering column locks may be removed or disabled. Steering column locks may be removed or disabled. 10. A collapsible steering column shall be used. Most recent OEM steering columns have at least 2 universal joints in them that allow the steering column to collapse on impact. This type of design (with at least 1 universal joint) must also be used in any steering column extension(s) that may be used to reach the driver’s competition seating position. 11. Power steering may be modified in any of the following ways: a) disconnected b) an OEM manual steering rack for that model may be fitted c) an electric power steering pump may be fitted d) an OEM electric-assisted steering rack may be used. 12. Cars with live axles may decrease their competition weight by 50 lbs. It is permitted to camber a live axle or use a non-OEM option. The suspension configuration cannot be changed. Suspension pick up points cannot be changed beyond allowances elsewhere in the T1 category rules. 13. Unmodified OEM pick up points are mandatory 14. The spindle and/or outer joint on the a-arm and/or strut may be moved to correct bump steer caused by changing the vehicle ride height. These components are not limited to the 1.0 inch of movement that applies to the suspension pick-up points located on the chassis. 15. Non-coil over suspensions are permitted to convert to coil over systems. 16. Suspension links are free provided; They use standard ball joint, bushing, or spherical attachments. K. Brakes 1. Brake lines may be relocated, and rubber lines may be replaced with stainless steel braided brake lines. Hand brake assemblies may be removed. Brake proportioning valves may be used provided that they are of the in line, pressure limiting type. Non-pressurized brake fluid lines and master cylinders need not be metal, metal shielded, or bulkheaded. Pressurized brake fluid lines must be metal, metal shielded, or bulkheaded. 2. Brake proportioning valves may be used provided that they are of the in line, pressure limiting type. Brake pad friction material is free. 3. Hand brake assemblies may be removed. Backing plates and dust shields may be modified, ventilated, or removed. 4. Brake duct inlets incorporated in the front spoiler as standard, or in light openings, other than head- lights, may be used to duct air to the front brakes. Additionally, brake ducts may be fitted into the intermediate mounting surface of a permitted splitter. 5. Wheel fans are not permitted. 6. When any allowed alternate calipers are used, calipers must be mounted in the same location and orientation as the OEM calipers. OE caliper mounting tabs may be modified or removed to facilitate installation. 7. Alternative piston inserts are permitted. 8. Anti-Lock Braking Systems (ABS) are permitted. Performance alternative ABS systems or controllers (e.g. Bosch, Tevis) are permitted. It is permitted to relocate performance alternative ABS systems within the engine compartment. 9. Rotors 1 or 2 piece ferrous rotors permitted. Brake rotor sizes are allowed as follows- a) OE brake diameter permitted with no penalty b) Max brake disc size 380mm with no penalty c) >380mm brake disc permitted with a 50lb weight penalty 10. Calipers- The standard production calipers may be used. Performance alternative calipers are permitted- Max 6 piston 2 pad front caliper may be used. Max 4 piston 2 pad rear. 11. Original equipment master cylinders and pedals may be replaced. 12. Power assisted braking systems are permitted. 13. The balance of braking forces between the two wheels on an axle shall be equal and non-adjustable. 14. The balance of braking forces between the front and rear axles may only be adjusted by the driver through: a) Direct intervention on the position of the center of the joint, on the linkage lever of the hydraulic pumps of the front and rear circuits. b) Direct intervention on a proportioning valve in which the intake pressure is adjusted through a pre- loaded spring. 15. Any brake ducts are permitted, but they must serve no other purpose. Fender liners maybe modified solely for routing and attachment of brake ducts. Duct intake openings must conform to “A-Bodywork”, and may be created by the opening of 2 sections up to 14.5 square inches each in the front fascia. The stock headlamp location is not permitted for brake ducting. Two alternative duct openings may be created by the removal of the fog lights or 2 sections up to 14.5 square inches each of stock false grills originally located in the front fascia. L. Tires & Wheels 1. Tires must conform to GCR section 9.3. Tires. 2. Wheels / Hubs- The standard wheels may be replaced with direct, bolt-on racing/aftermarket wheels under the following provisions: a) Loose wheel spacers of any type are not recommended. b) All cars must run the same size wheel on the same axle. c) As viewed from above at the centerline of the wheel; the fender shall completely cover the “tread” portion of the tire. Only the tire sidewalls may be visible. d) The wheel material is free, but they must be constructed of metallic material(s). No modifications (including grinding) are permitted on a vendor-supplied wheel. e) Valve stems and caps are free. 3. Wheel Attachment a) Center-locking type hubs and wheels may be used if vehicle is supplied with them from the manufacturer. If vehicle is not supplied with center-locking type wheels they may be used in conjunction with an adapter that bolts onto the OEM, or approved, hub. b) If a single wheel nut is used, a safety spring must be in place on the nut whenever the car is running and must be replaced after each wheel change. These springs must be painted Day-Glo red or orange. Alternatively, another method of retaining the wheels may be used provided it has been approved by FIA. 4. Rear wheels may not exceed 19.0 inches in diameter and 13.0 inches in width. Front wheels may not exceed 19.0 inches in diameter and 11.0 inches in width. M. Labeling- 1. These rules include many options that affect a vehicle’s competition weight. a) The competition weight must be shown on both sides of the car. The competition weight is the sum of the spec line weight and all weight modifiers, penalties and allowances. In the event that a competitor increased their weight in accordance with the tire size option (section 9.1.9.1.L.1) that weight must be presented. b) In order to inform competitors, spectators and tech officials, competitor’s are required to declare their spec line number. Touring 1 spec lines have a column called “spec line number”. This number is to be presented legibly, behind the driver’s window in a font greater than .75 inches tall. The formats “Spec Line #XXXX” and “SL# XXXX” are recommended. N. Approved Cars and Engines The following car and engine combinations are approved in T1. Send a request to the Club Racing Board http://www.clubracingboard.com/ to add additional cars or engine variants.
A specification table follows in the original; it is not shown here.
In GCR, Section 9.1.9.1. TOURING (T1) CATEGORY, add the following: “Touring 1 Rules for GT4 and Homologated Cars. Touring 1 is comprised; 1) Race modified USDM cars (discussed above), 2) GT4 cars originally built for pro racing, and 3) Homologated cars which were built to conform to a different series or spec sheet. These are the category rules for Touring 1 GT4, homologated, and purpose built cars. Cars in this category include, but are not limited to SRO GT4, and Spec Corvette. To be eligible to compete in Touring 1, the car must conform to these category rules and the following spec lines. Each spec line below includes a column named “must conform to”. At all events ,it is the driver’s responsibility to provide the applicable homologation documents. Factory built race cars must conform to published specifications.
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Q. Eligible cars- 1. GT4 and Homologated cars must be based off of USDM models. Only cars listed in the spec lines below are permitted to compete in Touring 1. Lightweight and Non-USDM models (ie. KTM X-Bow or Ginetta G56) will not be classed. 2. New classifications will be considered pending a complete request through the SCCA’s letter system. Newly created spec lines will be required to complete at lease 3 Super Tour weekends before the spec line is eligible for Runoffs competition. This ensures reasonable data collection and comparison prior to qualifying to enter the national championship race. R. Approved modifications to homologated cars- All cars must conform to the rules set defined in their spec line unless otherwise noted below. 1. Cars built with front windows are permitted, but not required, to remove them. 2. Safety equipment: Seats, Belts, Nets, and steering wheels may be replaced with SCCA compliant alternatives. All cars must meet SCCA cage and safety standards. S. Fuel- Cars must use fuel that conforms to section 9.3.25 or to the Runoffs Supplemental regulations. T. Tires- Tires must conform to GCR section 9.3.45 Tires and also must conform to spec line requirements. DOT approved tires are required. U. Performance adjustments- The spec lines include specific requirements to achieve parity with other Touring 1 cars. These may include specific ECU programming, inlet restrictors, weight, etc. Notes in the spec lines supersede rules set forth in these category rules. Each spec line defines which rules set it must conform to. V. Labeling- 1. These rules may include many options that affect a vehicle’s competition weight. a) The competition weight must be shown on both sides of the car. The competition weight is the sum of the spec line weight and all weight modifiers, penalties and allowances. b) In order to inform competitors, spectators and tech officials, competitors are required to declare their spec line number. Touring 1 spec lines have a column called “spec line number”. This number is to be presented legibly, behind the driver’s window in a font greater than .75 inches tall. The formats “Spec Line #XXXX” and “SL# XXXX” are recommended.”
Thank you for your question. If a car is classed near a weight represented in a T1 table, the racer can choose which combination works best for them. You could choose any combination of weight adders and penalties that result in the best car for you.
Thank you for your letter. We appreciate the constructive suggestions. The weight table was a concept that we thought would work well in Touring 1. We are totally willing to reconsider the weight and tire size cutoffs. Look for some changes in the next draft.
This is a draft of the proposed 2023+ Touring 1 Rules set. The Touring committee is re-writing these rules to: 1) make simpler and more comprehensible rules, which benefits both builders and tech officials, 2) better accommodate popular race cars that would race well with the T1 field. The rules package below is a draft, and will not be finalized until later in the fall after member input has been reviewed. In the meantime, the TAC plans to have town-hall meeting at the Runoffs. At the meetings, TAC members will work with competitors to fine-tune the final draft of the rules. ***SEE ATTACHED***
Thank you for your letter. Please see letter #32946 in current Fastrack referencing the future of Touring 1. In the future rules, there will be no more T1 LP, which should improve your options.
Thank you for your letter. Please see letter #32946 in current Fastrack referencing the future of Touring 1. We will work to address this topic in the new rules set.
Thank you for your letter. Please see letter #32946 in current Fastrack referencing the future of Touring 1. We will work to address this topic in the new rules set.
Thank you for your letter. The current (about to expire) T1 FP rules do not date the chassis. So, theoretically, any Mustang chassis can be used. The "OEM" designation implied that the car was all stock, without any of the durability allowances. The future rules will allow durability parts on all spec lines.
The Touring Committee is working with racers and Touring 1 experts to evolve the Touring 1 rules. The new rules are intended to accommodate the majority of the existing T1 cars while creating a place for newer Touring cars. The TAC is preparing a draft of the new category rules (not individual spec lines) and is planning to present them on June 22nd on a T1 Town Hall Zoom call. There will be an opportunity to discuss the draft, and the future of T1 on the T1 Town Hall Zoom call and at the Runoffs Town Hall.
Thank you for your letter. Please reference the 10 bullet points written in the introduction of the T1 rules- Bullet # "4. Use any spring and/or sway bar rate, configuration must remain OE. Ferrous springs and sway bars only."
Thank you for your letter. Under the current rules, the car is not listed (allowed) to run in Full Prep. It can only run as a limited prep car. Please keep an eye out for a T1 rules revision prior to the 2023 season.
Thank you for your letter. The Touring committee has been working hard to try to build the touring classes. Touring 1 has been a class with a very complicated and confusing rules set. We are working to create a new rules set that is easier to manage and easier to compete in. While we are doing this work, we find it hard to answer some of the T1 letters in the system. We are trying to evaluate how these letters fit into the future of the class. We expect to have a draft of the 2023 rules published in June.
Thank you for your letter. Under the current rules, the E46 is allowed a 4000cc engine. OEM transmissions are allowed without penalty as long as they're limited to 6 forward speeds.
Thank you for your letter. The requested transmission can already be used in the T1 Full Prep spec lines. Will also be addressed in T1 rules package proposed for 2023.
Thank you for your letter. This letter was in response to T1 changes that are now a year old. Your request will be addressed in T1 rules package proposed for 2023.
Thank you for your letter. Recent changes were made. Reference letter #31697 in January 2022 Fastrack, in Appendix F where "OE", "OEM", "Aftermarket" and "Performance alternative" were defined. Touring rules will be updated to correct the use of these words soon.
Thank you for your letter. The 128i is not classified in T1. If you know the configuration of the car that you would like to run, please provide the committee with the appropriate VTS sheet.
Thank you for your letter. The FP350S is not a Shelby GT350 and therefore is not classified in T1-FP. The FP350S is spec-line car classed in T1-LP. The GT350 lacks a few of the performance advantages that are built into a FP350S, which is the reason for the 5mm difference in the FPR.
In T1 Spec Lines, BMW E46, E46-M3, E36, E36-M3, Z3, change Min. Weight as follows: "2600 2700" In T1 Spec Lines, BMW E46, E46-M3, E36, E36-M3, Z3, change Engine Notes as follows: "The 3.4L (87.0 bore x 93.0 stroke) engine is permitted at 2650 2750 lbs. Lang Racing Development S54-95MM-Stroker-CRK is permitted at 2850 lbs. The M5 5.0L V8is permitted at 3500 lbs. 4.0L V8 permitted at 3200 lbs."
Thank you for your letter. A general rule of Touring is that "if it doesn't say you can, you can't". On this spec line, the rules require the camshafts to be OEM to that engine spec line. OEM camshafts should conform OEM lift, duration, and overlap. We do not recommend changing the specs on the line.
In T1-LP Spec Lines, Ford Mustang FP350S (2017), change Notes as follows: "Serial number 1-51 cars as delivered. Additional permitted allowances: DOT tires required. Other consumables are open, alternate driveshaft permitted, aftermarket wheels and fuel cell per Touring category rules permitted. 70mm flat plate restrictor. Lexan/poly windshield allowed +25 lbs. No other modifications permitted."
Where Did Aero and Bodywork Allowances in T1-LP Come From?
Thank you for your letter. After reviewing data from the past few years, it was apparent the T1-LP cars were at a disadvantage going in to 2021. In the survey, we asked: A) if members would prefer to see T1-LP speed up to meet T1-FP, or B) If they'd like to see the 2020 level of T1-LP preparation be the baseline. The survey results indicated that ~70% of competitors would "be interested in less-restricted T1-LP cars and increased speeds." Later in the survey, a majority of members approved of the idea of limited aero allowances. To appease the members opposed to aero, they are allowed to remove weight. Composite body panels are often less expensive than OE replacement parts. The use of them doesn't change the base weight. We considered specifying aero components, but then you limit the member's ability to build or source their own parts. Specifying GT350 or ZR1 aero only guarantees a high price.
Add Weight for Using Wing/Splitter With Widened Wheel Arches
Thank you for your letter. There have been significant changes to the basic framework of Touring 1. As you've pointed out online, there is concern about a lack of new T1 builds. The recent changes are intended to make it easier to make reliable and competitive T1 cars. We would like to take time for these changes to play out before we make further changes to the class.
Thank you for your letter. Recent changes have been made to T1-LP that may have re-established the BOP of the class. Please see the March 2021 Fastrack for recent changes.
Requesting Clarification of T1 / Mustang / Thunderbird Spec Line
Thank you for your letter. Your understanding of the rules is correct. You can combine any listed body with any listed engine on a spec line. There are recent changes to that T1 spec line that pertain to your question.
Thank you for your letter. There were too many requests in this letter to put it through as is. We will consider the axle/driveshaft request in a different letter.
Thank you for your letter. Letter writer will be running the car at Super Tours for data and the TAC will help ensure the car is selected for collection.
Thank you for your letter. The 996 GT3 is allowed to run in T1. The "not allowed" wording only implies that the car isn't allowed to run that specific spec line. The car must run under the "Porsche 996 GT3 Cup (02-05)" spec line on page 625 of the February GCR.
Change Miller Challenge Mustang Classification to Show 4.6/5.0L
In T1 BMW E46 M3, change Engine Notes as follows: "Dinan supercharger kit part #D860-3101C / With R865-3120 pulley required. JE Pistons # 297120 permitted."
In T1-LP, Ford Mustang FP350S (2017), add to notes as follows: "Serial number 1-50 cars as delivered. Additional permitted allowances: DOT tires required. Other consumables are open, alternate driveshaft permitted, aftermarket wheels and fuel cell per Touring category rules permitted. 60mm flat plate restrictor. Lexan/poly windshield allowed +25 lbs. No other modifications permitted."
Thank you for your letter. After reviewing the GCR and communicating with you, we believe the GCR is correctly written to allow what you ask for. "Aftermarket OEM style hardtops are allowed."
Allow Alternate Manufacture Differential Housing for Honda
Thank you for your letter. In the absence of SCCA data we do not have a basis for change. We will continue to monitor the car and hope it can come to a Majors race soon.
Thank you for your letter. Car is competitive as classed. Please use the contact the Touring Advisory Committee provided for information about developing the car.
In GCR section 9.1.9.1, make changes as follows: T1 new class philosophy With an emphasis on cost and modification control; starting in 2020 the updated and modernized philosophy below will guide the growth of Touring 1. The purpose of this communication is to give members consideration time and foresight into this shift. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9.1.9.1 TOURING 1 CATEGORY These Specifications are part of the SCCA General Competition Rules (GCR), and all classified automobiles shall
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conform with the requirements of GCR Section 9 unless this Category is specifically exempted from said requirements. OEM specifications are as delivered from the manufacturer. In no way are any category rule modifications, swaps, updating or backdating to be performed to any component of the complete engine including intake and throttle body unless specifically allowed in the spec line. Specifically, any spec lines that contain the phrase or acronym OEM in the maximum displacement or engine notes section of the spec line, MUST adhere to OEM specs, EXCEPT engine bore. These engines may be bored out to a maximum of .040” over standard bore size. These specifications are presented as an adjunct to your Factory Shop Manual. They are not meant to supersede the information that is in your manual that legitimately applies to your make, model, and year of car with the exception of stated allowances on the spec line OR allowances in the category rules. Updating and backdating of any component is specifically not permitted unless the models are listed on the same specification line or the category rules allow an open allowance and you choose to use an OEM part. No unlisted models or factory options are eligible unless the vehicle model is on the spec line. If no specific model or options, option packages are listed on the spec line, the classified car is the base model with no options. These specifications reflect the best information available at the time of publication. Any error found will be updated when reliable specifications from the factory/factory distributor/aftermarket supplier or other sources recognized by SCCA, Inc. In the case of foregoing exceptions, the TCS will hold priority. Voids or mistakes that may occur in the TCS do not allow you to change your vehicle to conform to the TCS. T1 Category Purpose and Philosophy: The intent of the T1 category is to allow competition of production-based vehicles, at a moderate (limited prep) to high level (full prep) of preparation and performance allowances, using DOT approved tires. Vehicles in this category must be identifiable with vehicles offered for sale to the public and available thru manufacturer distribution channels within the US. Alternate cars may be approved on a case by case basis but will be limited to factory-based models. The T1 philosophy is taking a production-based vehicle and applying safety equipment and sensible and widely available performance modifications to create a Limited Preparation spec line. There will be some case by case Full Preparation vehicles permitted in the T1 category, however the T1 category will become almost exclusively a Limited Preparation class over time and Full Preparation vehicles or modifications that are not Limited Preparation in nature will be more appropriate for the GT category and not T1. Cost controls and complexity controls will be strongly considered with car classifications and permissible allowances or modifications. Factory produced race cars will be considered on a case by case basis with a bias toward no additional performance modifications or allowances and classed as Limited Preparation only. Any new vehicle classifications will be classed as Limited Preparation level only. Non-OEM forced induction requests will be considered on a limited case by case basis, however if classified will be restricted to a Limited Preparation level. Permitted allowances will first consider OEM or manufacturer available allowances before aftermarket allowances are considered. The T1 overarching philosophy is to make Limited Preparation vehicles more attractive in T1 than Full Preparation vehicles while controlling cost and complexity. Engine swaps: Will be considered on a case by case basis as cars age or upgrade kits become available. These engine swaps will only be within the same family of manufacturer (Chevy-Chevy, Ford-Ford) and must be the same architecture and layout. Engines may not be bored/stroked unless specifically permitted. T1 car eligibility: Cars are eligible for the class when they appear on a specification line and with the specific allowances permitted. Allowances that are permitted are not mandatory and a vehicle may race without an allowance that is permitted (OEM part) within the T1 rules and limitations. In addition, T2 cars may race in the T1 category – one class above their T2 class if they are in a T2 legal configuration that conforms to the T2 specifications and allowances as classified in T2. Limited T1: See Limited T1 specification lines for the list of cars permitted to run in T1 in a limited preparation level configuration. These cars shall be prepared to the T2 level of preparation found in 9.1.9.2. Aftermarket headers allowed. Limited prep cars running stock OEM manifold/headers as delivered may subtract 50lbs. from the specified weight.
Request to Allow All T1 Cars +100 lbs and Remove Restrictors
Thank you for your letter. The brake kit you mention was allowed due to the lack of cooling ability available on the smaller OEM front brakes. Coupled with the OEM-nature of the rotor and caliper it was determined this combination was not worthy of a penalty versus aftermarket brakes.
Request to make VTS available online for cars that require
Thank you for your letter. Changes of this magnitude must be supported with data collected at Majors races. Please bring the car to the track and race it.
Thank you for your request. The CRB/TAC are working on kits to upgrade existing Mustangs to the FP350S motor. The second part of your request is not recommended, please see the response to letter #25717.
Effective 1/1/19, emove the following spec lines, cars would be eligible for re-classification in Limited Prep format and considered on a case by case basis:
Thank you for your request. This motor has too much potential for T1 and is not in line with the T1 philosophy or where T1 is going to progress. The motor may be considered in the future for GT classes.
Thank you for your request. The cost and potential of this car is beyond the Touring 1 philosophy. The CRB recommends you request adjustments for your GT2 car.
The CRB does not recommend this at this time. You are encouraged to select a specific turbo and re-submit if your intent is to build. The CRB cannot select a turbo for you.
Request to Class 997.2 Carrera 3.8L Engine w/PDK Trans in T1