Racing this Thursday 9th May (RC, SC, F1)

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Racing this Thursday 9th May (RC, SC, F1)

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Hi Guys,

FRC will be open for practice, testing and racing from 7:30 PM this Thursday (9th May) for our Group B classes - Rally Car (RC), Slot.It Challenge (SC), Formula 1 (F1).

Here's the schedule:

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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.
  • Slot.It Challenge - Group C Slot.It cars only; single standard Slot.It "non-race" magnet (the one with the grooves); Slot.It tyres.
  • 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.
  • 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 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

Rally Car:
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Slot.It Challenge:
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Formula 1:
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See you on the circuit...
Gordon
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Re: Racing this Thursday 9th May (RC, SC, F1)

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Sorry guys I'm in Houston.
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Re: Racing this Thursday 9th May (RC, SC, F1)

Post by obrie »

What a pity. No Gun Talk Arden! :) See you next time hopefully?
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Re: Racing this Thursday 9th May (RC, SC, F1)

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I'll be there for sure !
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Re: Racing this Thursday 9th May (RC, SC, F1)

Post by Luke »

Hey Gordon,

Confirming I will be at this FRC race meeting ...

Bringing Rally and F1 cars but have no Slot.It Challenge or Scratch Built cars.

Also, the same new visitor I mentioned (few weeks ago) may come along too.

Fyi - I will confirm his visit on the WhatsApp reminder.

Btw - the bright looking pic of the F1 Ferrari driven by Fernando Alonso did the job :D

Luke
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