FRC will be open for practice, testing and racing from 7:30 PM this Thursday (22nd August) for our new Group B classes - Rally Car (RC), Scalextric BTCC (BTCC) and Slot.It Challenge (SC).
Here's the schedule:
Key points to pass tech inspection:
- Rally Car - If visible, interior must have both driver and navigator figures (heads minimum); no traction magnets; "Magnet-effect" motors are not allowed.
- Scalextric BTCC - Must be a Scalextric BTCC car from 2014 onwards; original interior, however VW and MG may have ultra-light substitute; C8515 DPR chip; 18K FC-130 motor; standard axle gear, wheels and axles; magnet(s) in standard location and must pass modified USD (45º) rule; 18mm front/19mm rear minimum tyre diameter; 80gm minimum weight.
- Slot.It Challenge - Group C Slot.It cars only; single standard Slot.It "non-race" magnet (the one with the grooves); Slot.It tyres.
- All cars - must have racing numbers displayed at least on each side. Owners are encouraged to include other realistic-looking decoration on their cars, such as sponsor advertising and number roundels.
- BTCC only - Cars must drop away from a C7016 Scalextric Single Lane Half-straight 175mm that is held still (no shaking) in a position 45º from vertical on the short side (long side must be horizontal). Any weight added to the car must be positioned within 2.5" (64mm) and ahead of the rear axle.
Don't forget to bring along some refreshments.
Reality Checks
Rally Car:
Scalextric BTCC:
Slot.It Challenge:
See you on the circuit...
Gordon
