Some of this is old news (June 2010), but there's a twist. Read the whole post I put out to Bimmerforums on 5-20-10:
-------------May 20, 2010-----------------
Hey guys racing in ST/STX/STU/STR, just wanted to make sure you read the latest FasTrack for rules proposals....
http://www.scca.com/documents/Fastra...-june-solo.pdf
Some good stuff and some questionable stuff. Lets start with what I think is a "Bad idea". Its a full deletion of AFTERMARKET WINGS in all ST classes.
$199 wing, soon to be.... BANNED! For excessive cost?!
Whoa whoa who... they mention bodykits and such but this means... no more aftermarket wings. This is something a good number of ST* competitors have done, and its a TAKE BACK.
Since the FasTrack proposal leaves out the entirety of rule 14.2.F, we should review it here:
If you do NOT want this TAKE BACK to occur.... write the SEB and mention the changes to 14.2.F proposed should NOT take affect. seb@scca.com, include your full name and SCCA member number. Thanks!
Well after sending in 3 letters to the SEB email address I just found out this -
The SCCA has implemented a new letter submission and tracking system, and is no longer accepting letters at this email address. The new system will reduce the time required to process letters, allow you to track your letter, and give you the opportunity submit your email address for direct notification from the Solo Events Board.
Please go to www.sebscca.com to submit your letter.
http://www.sebscca.com/[/I]
--------------Nov 24, 2010---------------
And now.... maybe they are backpeddlling?
SEB MINUTES | Oct. 27, 2010
So which is it... remove 14.2.F (take backs!) or not? I'm hoping not. I can see a need to avoid the "hole saw mod" on the front and rear bumper covers, but removing the existing wing allowance (since 2004!) after 6 years seemed a bit harsh. Maybe there's a reprieve??? I hope so, now that we're headed into STX for 2011.
-------------May 20, 2010-----------------
Hey guys racing in ST/STX/STU/STR, just wanted to make sure you read the latest FasTrack for rules proposals....
http://www.scca.com/documents/Fastra...-june-solo.pdf
Some good stuff and some questionable stuff. Lets start with what I think is a "Bad idea". Its a full deletion of AFTERMARKET WINGS in all ST classes.
$199 wing, soon to be.... BANNED! For excessive cost?!
Delete 14.2.F. Per the STAC: This removes the original allowance for aftermarket body kits, wings, spoilers and other appearance items, whose original purpose (i.e. attract Sport Compact enthusiasts) is no longer relevant, and which a number of competitors were using for performance advantage.
Since the FasTrack proposal leaves out the entirety of rule 14.2.F, we should review it here:
F. Addition of spoilers, splitters, body kits, rear wings and nonfunctional scoops/vents is allowed. The intent of this allowance is to accommodate commonly available appearance kits, and replicas thereof, which have no significant aerodynamic function at Solo speeds. Body kits are limited to bumper covers (including modified OE bumper covers), valances, side skirts, and fender fl ares. Standard parts may not be removed except for the substitution of spoilers, rear wings, bumper covers and valances. Rear wings must attach only aft of the rear wheel centerline.
The allowances regarding wings and spoilers only allow swapping like for like if the original device was not an OE option as configured by the factory, i.e. a spoiler for a spoiler or a wing for a wing. If a vehicle is available without a wing or spoiler from the manufacturer then either can be installed.
Surface area of all splitters, spoilers and rear wing (see 12.9) shall not exceed 5 square feet in sum total. Substitution of rear spoilers or wings must retain any original third brake light functionality unless otherwise equipped. No underbody panels may be added or substituted. The drilling of holes for the purpose of mounting these pieces is permitted.
The allowances regarding wings and spoilers only allow swapping like for like if the original device was not an OE option as configured by the factory, i.e. a spoiler for a spoiler or a wing for a wing. If a vehicle is available without a wing or spoiler from the manufacturer then either can be installed.
Surface area of all splitters, spoilers and rear wing (see 12.9) shall not exceed 5 square feet in sum total. Substitution of rear spoilers or wings must retain any original third brake light functionality unless otherwise equipped. No underbody panels may be added or substituted. The drilling of holes for the purpose of mounting these pieces is permitted.
Well after sending in 3 letters to the SEB email address I just found out this -
The SCCA has implemented a new letter submission and tracking system, and is no longer accepting letters at this email address. The new system will reduce the time required to process letters, allow you to track your letter, and give you the opportunity submit your email address for direct notification from the Solo Events Board.
Please go to www.sebscca.com to submit your letter.
http://www.sebscca.com/[/I]
--------------Nov 24, 2010---------------
And now.... maybe they are backpeddlling?
SEB MINUTES | Oct. 27, 2010
STREET TOURING
- The BOD has directed the SEB to further discuss the proposal to delete 14.2.F. The proposal has been referred back to the STAC.
- The BOD has directed the SEB to further discuss the proposal to delete 14.2.F. The proposal has been referred back to the STAC.
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