Racing this Thursday 17th Oct (MP, RGT, RLMP, F1)

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Racing this Thursday 17th Oct (MP, RGT, RLMP, F1)

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Hi Guys,

FRC will be open for practice, testing and racing from 7:30 PM this Thursday (17th October) for our Group C classes - Modified Production (MP), Restricted GT (RGT), Restricted LMP (RLMP) and Formula 1 (F1).

Here's the schedule:

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Key points to pass tech inspection:
  • Modified Production - Motors up to 23,500 RPM; no American muscle/pony cars allowed; magnet location restriction if motor exceeds 20,000 RPM; USD rule.
  • Restricted GT - Motors up to 23,500 RPM; USD rule.
  • Restricted LMP - Motors up to 25,000 RPM; USD rule.
  • Formula 1 - F1 or F1-type body (must be painted - no unpainted bodies allowed); 63mm maximum width; any motor up to 18,000 RPM; USD rule - magnets must be positioned at least 5.5mm ahead of rear axle; wheels 14mm max diameter without tyres; tyres at least 18mm diameter; rear tyres at least 11mm wide. For this event, we're allowing FC-130 motors up to 21,500 RPM in Scalextric cars only. This will then be under review as to whether it will be included in the F1 class rules.
  • 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.
  • All classes that stipulate the USD rule - Cars must drop away from a flat C7016 Scalextric Single Lane Half-straight 175mm that is held still (no shaking) in an upside-down position. Any weight added to the car must be positioned within 2.5" (64mm) and ahead of the rear axle.
You can see the 2019 class regulations here and the general racing regulations here.

Don't forget to bring along some refreshments.

Reality Checks

Modified Production:
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Restricted GT:
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Restricted LMP:
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Formula 1:
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See you on the circuit...
Gordon
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Re: Racing this Thursday 17th Oct (MP, RGT, RLMP, F1)

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Great pics as usual Gordon looking forward to some fast racing on Thursday , see you all soon.
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Re: Racing this Thursday 17th Oct (MP, RGT, RLMP, F1)

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Hey Gordon ...

Enjoying 3 features here ...

First the dated number 17th. day, then a Toyota No.8 LMP & (of course) the F1 No.14 Ferrari car 8-)

Know you know why the 2 cars but why the dated day ~ it’s my daughter’s 14th. Birthday :D

Could remember the 1st. Day like yesterday :)

Luke
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Re: Racing this Thursday 17th Oct (MP, RGT, RLMP, F1)

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Luke, well that's a special occasion that I know you have to be with her for. Wish Bethany a very Happy Birthday for me!
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gordon wrote: Mon Oct 14, 2019 9:29 pm ... Wish Bethany a very Happy Birthday for me!
Consider it done Gordon and such a special year when Bethany was born in 2005 plus it was Fernando Alonso’s first F1 World Championship title :)
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Will be there for sure !
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Happy Birthday Beth!! Luke we will miss you but we all understand and appreciate your commitment. The problem is that they grow up way too fast!!!! Enjoy your special day
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