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In a break from previous seasons, the Championship Chase has been
scaled down from 16 rounds to 12, six each for Groups A and B as well as
a six round NASCAR series (the latter run solely on routed ovals). The
best five results from each Sprint series will count towards the members
championship total points. There is a three round digital Enduro series
to be run as well in which every result counts but this and the NASCAR
series do not count towards the Club Championship.
There is also an Iron Man Championship for the driver for the Driver
who accumulates the most points over the Full Season. Every round
counts.
The following rules are intended to be used as a guide for model car
preparation and allocation to the various classes for the 2008 racing
season. As there is no scrutineering, members are expected to prepare
cars in the spirit of the Club, i.e. friendly (but fierce!) competition.
It is the responsibility of each member to read and the rules and
comply with them. Clarification of the rules may be sought at any time
but preferably before race night.
Racing Rules may only be changed at the AGM or by notice given prior
to the meeting at which the rules change is to be discussed.
The Club caters for most slot car manufacturers, the notable
exception being Pro-Slot, as long as the body and chassis are made in
plastic or resin and the motors performance does not exceed that of a
standard Mabuchi, Ninco (all variations), SCX or SCX Pro. As in past
years, the Club does not allow the use of improved performance
metal/plastic gears or metal wheels.
Start Time:
Racing starts at 7.30pm and not 7.00pm as in previous years.
Race Fees:
$5.00 per night.
Track owner to receive $20.00 for hosting the night.
Repairs and Swaps
Swapping motors is permissible as long as it’s “like for like”, e.g.,
a Mabuchi for a Mabuchi but not an SCX for a Mabuchi. The exception to
the rule is the “Ninco Classic Class” where all models must run an NC-1
motor.
Repairs are expected to be made with a like material to the original.
Wheels are the exception here as they become brittle from the use of
oils and glues and so a new backing piece and hub may be machined up in
either plastic or alloy providing the front of the wheel retains the
appearance of the original.
Maintenance
Tyres may be sanded or cleaned prior to the start of any heat
providing this does not unduly delay the start. Motors may be glued in
as well as axle bearings and on newer SCX models, the brass pickups may
be soldered or wires soldered on to ensure electrical contact.
Weight, where permitted, may be added on either the inside or the
outside of the chassis.
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