Here is the completed rules changes for the 2008 year. (This list should not be used in lue of a 2008 rule book, always consult the current rule book. This list is for informational puposes only.)
Car Rule Changes - Motorcycle Rule Changes
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TIMING ASSOCIATION Presents
2008 Speed Trials RULES
*The rule change process is an ongoing one. Any active SCTA-BNI member may submit a request for rule change or clarification at any time by obtaining the proper form from the SCTA office or the registration trailer at an event. The form must be completely filled out and must be submitted by US or email to the SCTA office. The forms will be routed through the appropriate technical chair and committees for comment. When all appropriate research is completed, issues will be put on the agenda for discussion at the next scheduled rules meeting (usually in November of each year). Submissions received after September 1st of any year will not be considered for that year’s agenda.
SECTION 1 GENERAL COMPETITION REQUIREMENTS
*1.B CLASSIFICATION:
If an appropriate class exists, a vehicle must run in that class. Any vehicle which is not legal for any class, but meets all technical regulations, will run for time only. No trophies will be awarded for ”time only” entries. Any questions regarding the proper classification of a vehicle should be directed to the class chairperson as listed in Section 17.
*1.I PROTESTS:
All protests must be made in writing using an official SCTA Protest Form. The completed protest form must be given to a Contest Board member prior to record certification or within 24 hours of the record being certified. All protests require a fee of $100.00. This fee is refundable if the protest is upheld, and if the protest is denied the fee is forfeited to the SCTA Treasurer. Protest forms will be available in the registration area.
1.J TROPHIES:
Trophies are not awarded at all SCTA/BNI events. If it is determined by the Contest Board to award trophies, Record and Performance trophies will be sent to the winners by mail after the conclusion of a meet. Performance trophies will be awarded only to those entries that run within 3% of the record. When an entrant qualifies, but does not set a record, a performance trophy will be awarded. Trophies and record timing tags are awarded to the fastest record at the end of the event only. To obtain duplicate trophies for Bonneville records contact the SCTA-BNI office.
1.M DRIVER LICENSING:
All new cars/drivers/riders or drivers/riders new to the car/course may be required to make runs at less than full throttle or less than full course length. Successful completion of the license requirements shall include, but not be limited to, starting line procedure, course navigation and shutdown procedure, as determined by the Contest Board. ALL NEW DRIVERS/RIDERS SHALL ATTEND A ROOKIE ORIENTATION MEETING PRIOR TO THEIR FIRST COMPETITION RUN. The official conducting the meeting will sign a rookie sticker. Time and place for the orientation meeting will be announced at the start of the meet.
SECTION 2 COMPETITION REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS
2.A ENGINES:
Any internal combustion engine using either a two stroke or four stroke Otto cycle or Diesel cycle may run in any category, except for Vintage engine classes hereinafter described. In XF, XO, XXF, XXO, V4 and V4F classes, non-production engines or after-market blocks (even though they accept production crankshafts, cams and cylinder heads) may not be used. All other engines that transmit the power through the wheels only may run in Ù class. Only Streamliners and Unlimited Diesel Trucks may use more than one engine at the same time. For any engine to be considered for cubic inch (cc) requirements, the engine shall have contributed to the propulsion of the vehicle. Reaction propulsion engines are prohibited, except during exclusive meets.
2.B FUELS:
In fuel classes, any approved liquid fuel may be used. Examples of approved fuels are: alcohol, hydrogen, nitro methane blends, nitrous oxide, and unapproved gasoline. The contest board may choose any test or combination of tests to assure liquid fuels used in ‘GAS’ classes comply with specifications. The tests may include but not be limited to dielectric testing, color comparisons, specific gravity and/or other testing methods. It is recommended that unknown gas be checked before use in competition. If the contest board establishes an ‘EVENT’ gas or diesel fuel, that product shall be used for record attempts where required by class rules.
SECTION 3 TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
3.A.3 Driver’s Helmet Support:
A side and rear helmet support system shall be used in all vehicles.
Forward movement: SFI 38.1 systems are encouraged, however, they shall be “engineered” as an integral part of the entire restraint system, inclusive of the seat, safety harness and roll structure.
Lateral movement: The structure shall provide restriction to lateral head movement of less than 2” per side by January 1, 2008. See Section 3.B.1.
Rear movement: See Section 3.C.
3.E DRIVER’S COMPARTMENT:
All driver’s compartments, driver’s positioning, and surrounding structures shall be designed to support adequate forward vision.
3.Q FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS:
All cars and enclosed motorcycles must have a minimum of one driver-controlled fire extinguishing system using a minimum of 5 lbs. of extinguishing agent designed and applied to function as driver protection. Approved agents include Halon 1301, Halon 1211, DuPont FE36, and certain AFFF systems including Cold Fire 302, ESS Foam, Firefox Gem Foam and other Halon replacements certified by the manufacturer for use in a confined space. Dry chemical and CO2 may be used in the engine compartment only. The application and installation shall be in accord with the manufacturer’s recommendations and consistent with the size and shape of the driver’s compartment. The discharge rate should be designed to allow sufficient protection for the time it will take the car to stop from speed.
NOTE: Agent delivery lines are subject to dust and moisture clogging. Participants are responsible to assure that the fire system is full and operable before each event. Frequent clearing of the lines is recommended. Aqueous foam systems require that the nozzles be directed appropriately so that the agent does not impede the vision of the driver.
SECTION 4 DEFINITIONS
4.N ENGINE SWAP:
An engine swap is defined as when an engine from an engine design family that was not available as a factory or dealer installed option for a given vehicle year is used.
An engine design family is defined as engines which are made with the same basic material, have the same bore centers, crank shaft supports, deck height, cam location, head mounting, bell housing and engine mount patterns, etc. All OEM parts must fit the block without modification.
The use of an OEM or aftermarket replacement engine block from the same design family is not considered a swap. “Crate engines” are not considered engine swaps. Direct replacement aftermarket engine blocks are not considered engine swaps(Dart, World Products, etc.), if they meet the above engine swap design definition criteria.
4.CC STREAMLINING:
4.CC.6 Spoiler:
An alternate spoiler design may be used. The spoiler must be a single surface with no side plates. The spoiler chord will be 10” maximum, measured on the top surface and at the center line of the car. The ends of the spoiler may follow the contour of the body but must not extend beyond the outside edges of the body at any point. When laid flat, the width of the spoiler chord can be a maximum of 16” wider than the outside plane of the rear tires.
4.EE STEP PAN:
The step pan shall be flat, parallel to the ground (side to side only) and no wider than the frame rails. A box may be constructed to enclose the portion of the transmission which protrudes through the step pan. The box must be rectangular in design, flat on the bottom, covering only the exposed portion of the transmission. The box shall not be tapered in any way; maximum clearance from the transmission shall be 1”. Chassis cross members are not considered as part of the frame for purposes of this rule. The transition at the rear of the step pan to the floorboard shall occur at a 45 deg. or steeper angle to be exempted from the definition of a belly pan.
4.HH WHEELBASE:
All vehicles must have at least two parallel axles. The wheelbase is the distance measured from the centerline of the rear axle to the transverse center line of the front spindles. The wheelbase must be equal on the left and right sides of the vehicle to within 1”.
Streamliners are exempt from this rule.
4.II DRIVESHAFT:
A driveshaft is defined as the connection from the engine or transmission to the rear drive unit in a conventional front engine/rear drive configuration.
4.JJ BUMPER:
A bumper is a metal device that bolts to a car’s chassis to provide collision protection and may be removed in some classes. A bumper is typically 16-20” above the road surface. Bumper covers (thermoplastic body pieces on cars starting in 1978) are considered to be part of the body. The bumper cover cannot be removed or altered in shape and contour if not allowed by class rules. For the purposes of streamlining, any fascia covering the primary bumper bar ceases to be part of the bumper once above or below the primary impact absorbing region.
SECTION 5 CAR CLASSES
5.B.1 Modified Roadster - /BFMR, /FMR, /BGMR, /GMR
Wings are allowed. The wing width, including side plates, shall not be wider than the inner vertical plane of the rear tires. The maximum allowable height of the wing shall not exceed 65 in. from the ground as measured to the highest part of the wing. The rear of the wing, including side plates, may not be set back more than 18 in. behind the rear of the body. The total wing size (measured by the fore to aft dimension times the side to side dimension, on the top surface) shall not exceed 1152 sq. in. The lowest portion of the wing shall be at least 12 in. above the roll cage structure. Multiple element wings are NOT allowed. Spoilers and four-wheel drive systems are NOT allowed.
5.B.1.a Rear Engine Modified Roadster - /BFRMR, /FRMR, /BGRMR, /GRMR
Wings are allowed. The wing width, including side plates, shall not be wider than the inner vertical plane of the rear tires. The maximum allowable height of the wing shall not exceed 65 in. from the ground as measured to the highest part of the wing. The rear of the wing, including side plates, may not be set back more than 18 in. behind the rear of the body. The total wing size (measured by the fore to aft dimension times the side to side dimension, on the top surface) shall not exceed 1152 sq. in. The lowest portion of the wing shall be at least 6 in. above the highest point of the body. Multiple element wings are NOT allowed. Spoilers and four-wheel drive systems are NOT allowed.
5.B.2 Fuel-Gas Roadster - /BFR, /FR, /BGR, /GR
The body at the original windshield line may be re-contoured to a flatter configuration, so long as the body top contour is not lower than the top of the doors and the distance between the bottom of the frame and body contour, measured at the original windshield line, is not less than 28-1/4". Flat panels may cover grille openings. Door hinges, windshield posts, filler caps, and brackets may be removed.
5.D MODIFIED CATEGORY
5.D.3 Gas Coupe And Sedan - /BGC, /GC
All vehicles must use a seat designed for racing, see Section 3.D.1. The upholstery and the passenger seat assembly may be removed. Pre 1949 (vintage) bodies may have a 3 in. maximum beauty chop. The engine may be set back a maximum of 2% of the wheelbase.
The following items shall be retained in the stock location and of the same year as the body: frame, fenders, hood, grille, drip rails (shall not be filled), windows, door handles, window trim, headlights (high and low beam), tail lights, parking lights, stop lights and bumpers. Decals are not acceptable as meeting the head and tail light requirements. A conventional automotive radiator shall be used in the stock location e.g. in front of the engine, behind the grille. A starter capable of starting the engine is required.
5.D.4 Modified Sports - /BFMS, /FMS, /BGMS, GMS
Streamlining ahead of and including the cowl, channeling, belly pan and skirts is allowed. Front tread width may be narrowed a maximum of 12 in. less than OEM, but may not be less than 36 in. minimum. The entrant is required to provide the OEM front tread dimension. Removal of minor trim and bumpers is allowed as long as the body is not altered in length, width or contour. Spoilers as defined in Section 4.CC.6 are allowed. Windshields may be lowered or removed. Coupe tops may be chopped.
The following items are not permitted: Air Vents (Section 4.C), Headrest Fairing (Section 4.CC.4) which extends past the rear of the body and taping of body and window seams.
5.E PRODUCTION CATEGORY
5.E.1 Production Coupe And Sedan - /PRO
The following items shall be retained in the stock location and of the same year and manufacture as the body: frame, fenders, hood, grille, drip rails (must not be filled), windows, door handles, window trim, dashboard, headlights (high and low beam), tail lights, parking lights, stop lights, radiator, front and rear bumpers and horn. Decals are not acceptable as meeting the head and tail light requirements. The stock gas tank must be fitted, but need not be used. Any transmission, non-quick change rear end, and a starter capable of starting the engine may be used so long as the original running gear design is retained.
5.E.2 Production-Supercharged - /PS
This class is intended for American and foreign coupes and sedans that meet the requirement of the Production Coupe and Sedan Class that are equipped with factory supercharger systems. The vehicle shall be as originally equipped and configured. If the vehicle was originally equipped with one turbo charger, one turbo charger must be used. If the vehicle was originally equipped with a belt driven supercharger, a supercharger of that type must be used, e.g. roots, screw or centrifugal.
5.E.3 Grand Touring Sport - /BGT, /GT
The following items shall be retained in stock location and of the same year as the body: frame, fenders, hood, grille, drip rails (must not be filled), windows, door handles, window trim, headlights (high and low beam), tail lights, parking lights, stop lights, radiator, front and rear bumpers and horn. Decals are not acceptable as meeting the head and tail light requirements. The stock gas tank must be fitted but need not be used. Any transmission, non-quick change rear end, and starter capable of starting the engine may be used as long as the original running gear design is retained. Independent rear suspension may be replaced with any non-quick change rear end.
The following body and chassis modifications may be made: wheel openings may be radiused for tire clearance , the generator/alternator may be removed, and any exhaust system capable of being closed off may be used (no individual stacks). Air dams and air spoilers identical to factory optional equipment for the body in question may be added. All vehicles must use a seat designed for racing, see Section 3.D.1. The original side panel upholstery or equivalent must remain in the vehicle. Minor chrome trim and emblems may be removed, and an O.E.M. Air Intake (Section 4.B) may be used. The stock windshield may not be removed or lowered.
SECTION 7 MOTORCYCLE
GENERAL COMPETITION REQUIREMENTS
7.A GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR MOTORCYCLES
7.A.1
Land Speed Record attempts or Record Trials are open to all SCTA or BNI members in good standing. A current and valid state driver’s license with a motorcycle endorsement is required.
7.A.6 Rule Changes:
Any active SCTA-BNI member may submit a request for motorcycle rule change or clarification at any time by obtaining the proper form from the SCTA office or the motorcycle tech. trailer at an event. The form must be completely filled out and must be submitted by US or email to the SCTA office. The forms will be routed through the appropriate technical chair and committees for comment. When all appropriate research is completed, issues will be put on the agenda for discussion at the next appropriate motorcycle rules meeting, (usually by November of each year). Submissions received after September 1st of any year will not be considered for that year’s agenda.
7.B MOTORCYCLE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
7.B.2.3 Fuel Pump Stop Lanyard:
If the ignition kill lanyard does not shut off the fuel pump, the motorcycle must be equipped with a tether type shut-off device attached to the vehicle and the rider so the fuel pump is shut-off if the rider becomes separated from the motorcycle.
7.B.2.4 Gasoline Shutoff:
Gasoline class motorcycles must have a fuel shutoff operable from a normal riding position. A fuel petcock will comply with this requirement if it is within reach of the seated rider. No plastic fuel petcocks or fuel filters are allowed.
7.B.8 Tire Requirements:
Tubeless, bias ply type tires may be run with tubes. Tires designed for use on the drive wheel in drag racing will not be allowed. It is the responsibility of the entrant to check inflation pressures and tire and wheel condition immediately before and after every run.
7.B.19 Chassis & Steering:
Fork stops must stop fork travel before the hands touch the tank or fairing. If a hydraulic steering damper is used, the rod shaft (or piston) may not be used for the fork stops. Fork stops must limit fork travel to 15 deg. right and left(30 deg. total).
7.D CLASSIFICATION OF DISPLACEMENTS, FRAMES, ENGINES, AND ENGINE TYPES:
7.D.4 Class, Engine Classes, max displacement and No. of Engines:
P P, PP, PB, PPB, PV 3000 1
M All except UG & UF 3000 1
MPS All except UG & UF 3000 1
A All except UG & UF 3001 & above 2
APS All except UG & UF 3001 & above 2
S All 3001 & above 2
SC All 3001 & above 2
SCS All 3001 & above 2
7.G SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION
7.G.11 Partial Streamlining:
It must be possible to see (all of) the rider: completely from either side, except the hands and forearms; from directly above, all except the hands, forearms, legs and feet. It is forbidden to use any transparent material to avoid the application of these rules. Fairings or bodywork must have a minimum of three (3) separate mounting points.
7.I SIDECAR
7.I.11 Passenger Accommodation: Sidecar platform must be able to accommodate a forward-facing, kneeling passenger with a size and weight of 5’ 7”, 170 pounds. The platform must encompass a rectangular shape having a minimum dimension of 12 in. by 32 in.. The 12 in. dimension shall be oriented perpendicular (90 deg.) to the wheelbase of the motorcycle. The 32 in. dimension shall be oriented parallel to the wheelbase.
