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RACER RESIN
2015 NORTH AMERICA FINALS RULES
NOTES:
09/20/15 – Official Release
10/26/15 – Wheel insert update
11/17/15 - Interior update
DATE/TIME: (all times Eastern)
National Event: Sunday December 6, 2015.
The North America Final race will be held at Great Traditions. Track opens 8am for practice. Tech inspection will start at 10am with racing starting at about noon.
Regional Events: Click on the "Recent/Current Sanctioned Remote Events" menu option on top of this page.
Any shops, clubs or slot car organizations interested in holding a regional event contact Robert Holt by phone (908-397-7886) or e-mail (holtr371@yahoo.com
ELIGIBLE DRIVERS: The top 4 finishers in each 2015 Racer Resin regional event held across N. America are eligible to compete in the N. America Championship race. All drivers that qualify and plan to attend the Championship Race should take note that the following rules will be utilized and enforced. Modifications to these rules for “Regional Events” such as the use of different tires or other specific parts or rules are permitted with advanced notification given by the race director for the event. A listing of drivers who have qualified for the 2015 North America Championship can be displayed by clicking here.
ELIGIBLE CARS: Any Racer Resin brand car, kit or RTR, is allowed. Kits must be complete with all the parts that come in the kit, excepting those changes allowed below. As they are introduced, newly released cars will be reviewed and added to the approved list if eligible. See picture below for eligible car examples:
GENERAL: Any Racer or Slot.it part can be used with any exceptions noted below, see "CHASSIS" and "MOTOR" sections for examples. Any modifications not specifically addressed in the series rules are not legal and will not be permitted. If the rules stated on this page do not indicate a part or tuning method IS allowed, it is NOT allowed. Any variations to these rules must be approved in advance by GTSLOTS. All rules are subject to change.
THE BODY: Bodies may not be modified, lightened, or cut in any way - including wheel wells, body posts, interiors, etc. EXCEPTIONS: Sharp edges and burrs may be trimmed or sanded slightly to permit clearance for the proper seating of the body onto the chassis and to allow for body float, and the thinning of the resin in the areas required for tire clearance. All cars must start each race with all parts intact except for exhaust pipes, mirrors, wipers, antennas, and small metal detail parts. All cars must start with the rear wing and/or spoiler(s) in place as applicable if it came on the original model. Bodies and interiors can be custom painted, but all cars must have numbers and markings as is prototypical and look like race cars. Bodies must be attached by any and all screws locations provided by the factory, using Racer or Slot.it screws only, and shims are permitted to adjust chassis/body/spur gear/tire tweak and clearance. If body screws are run loose, tape must be placed over the screw holes in the bottom of chassis. All cars must use the complete and unmodified interior w/driver figure, only Racer interiors (lexan or resin) FOR THE SPECIFIC MODEL CAR BEING RACED is allowed. NO Slot.it interiors are allowed. All windows must remain transparent as is prototypical.
CHASSIS: Racer chassis only, w/Slot.it “can drive” type “standard” or “offset” sidewinder motor pods only (NO inline or anglewinder pods). NO TRACTION MAGNETS. Slot.it magnetic and spring suspensions are allowed, with any Slot.it magnet or spring intended for their suspension. Spacers between motor pod and chassis to adjust chassis tweak are allowed. Sanding edges of motor pods and chassis for float is legal. No more than .010” of material should be removed. If a standard credit card can be passed in the gap between the body, chassis, and/or any other area where material was removed; the sanding has exceeded tolerance and the car may fail inspection. NO modifications to axle mounts front or rear are permitted. Front axle ride height adjusting blocks must be in place if included in original model. (Note: Chassis may not be modified in any manner to fit gears.)
ALLOWED MODIFICATIONS TO THE CHASSIS/BODY: In order to foster competition and create parity between the different models and drive configurations of Racer Resin cars, the following approved modifications are being permitted on a car by car basis (Note: all modifications should be made in a clean and professional manner and not deter from the proper “look” of the car):
General (all cars): none required at this time
Alfa Romeo T33/3 (sidewinder):
- Note: the stock front and rear wheels are 17.3 mm in diameter.
Chaparral 2E/2G (sidewinder):
- Note: the stock front and rear wheels are 15.8mm in diameter.
All Ferraris:
- Note: the cars supplied with the “wire wheel” type inserts use 15.8mm diameter wheels stock and the cars supplied with the “5-spoke wheel” type inserts use 17.3mm diameter wheels stock. The 17.3mm diameter wheels with “five-spoke wheel” inserts may be substituted for the 15.8mm wheels with “wire wheel” inserts, however both front and rear wheels must be changed.
- Racer rear wheel inserts for the Sideways Group 5 Ferrari 512BB LM (five-spoke type) may be substituted for the Racer Resin wheel inserts supplied with the resin cars. (Note: 2 sets will be required as only the Sideways Group 5 rear wheel inserts are the same diameter and meant for 17.3mm wheels as used on the Racer Resin cars)
Ferrari 250LM (sidewinder): none required at this time
Ferrari 250P/275P/330P (sidewinder): none required at this time
Ferrari 312P (sidewinder): none required at this time
Ferrari 330P3 (sidewinder): none required at this time
Ferrari 330P4/412P (sidewinder): none required at this time
Ferrari 350P Can-Am (sidewinder): none required at this time
Ferrari 512S (sidewinder): none required at this time
Ford P68 (sidewinder):
- Note: the stock front and rear wheels are 17.3mm in diameter.
Porsche 935J Joest (sidewinder):
- Note: the stock front wheels are 15.8mm in diameter and the stock rear wheels are 17.3mm in diameter.
- Stock Racer wheel inserts will require and is a permitted modification such as an opening in the center of the insert to fit over the center inner hub of the Slot.it wheel being used.
- Racer wheel inserts for the Sideways Group 5 Porsche 935 may be substituted for the Racer Resin wheel inserts supplied with the resin cars. (Note: the stock front wheels and the stock rear wheels are the same diameter on both the Resin and Sideways versions of the car)
.- The Racer lexan interior for the Sideways Group 5 Porsche 935 may be substituted for the Racer resin or lexan interiors only on a temporary basis until the Racer lexan interior is commercially available again. The Sideways Group 5 Porsche 935 interior will require extensive trimming to fit, will only be permitted to be held in place with removable tape, and when the Racer interior is deemed to be available again will no longer be permitted.
Porsche 935K3 Kremer (sidewinder):
- Note: the stock front wheels are 15.8mm in diameter and the stock rear wheels are 17.3mm in diameter.
- Stock Racer wheel inserts will require and is a permitted modification such as an opening in the center of the insert to fit over the center inner hub of the Slot.it wheel being used.
- Racer wheel inserts for the Sideways Group 5 Porsche 935 may be substituted for the Racer Resin wheel inserts supplied with the resin cars. (Note: the stock front wheels and the stock rear wheels are the same diameter on both the Resin and Sideways versions of the car.)
- The Racer lexan interior for the Sideways Group 5 Porsche 935 may be substituted for the Racer resin or lexan interiors only on a temporary basis until the Racer lexan interior is commercially available again. The Sideways Group 5 Porsche 935 interior will require extensive trimming to fit, will only be permitted to be held in place with removable tape, and when the Racer interior is deemed to be available again will no longer be permitted.
AXLES\BUSHINGS\WHEELS\TIRES:
Only Racer or Slot.it axles and bushings are allowed. Axle shims are permitted. Front wheels – stock Racer front or Slot.it (aluminum or magnesium/standard or short hub) wheels of the correct diameter and width (8.2 mm) with the complete and appropriate Racer wheel inserts (ring and wheel spoke assembly) for the Racer Resin car being raced must be used. Rear wheels – Racer (only those that the approved tires fit) or Slot.it (aluminum or magnesium/standard or short hub) wheels of the correct diameter and width (8.2/9.75/10.0 mm) with the complete and appropriate Racer wheel inserts (ring and wheel spoke assembly) for the Racer Resin car being raced must be used. Slot.it F1 wheels are not allowed. Wheel/wheel insert assemblies may be painted. Racer stock or Slot.it tires may be used on the front. Front tires may be both glued and trued. All rear tires to be supplied by race host (Regional) or GTSLOTS (Regional and National) on race day unless otherwise noted.
Approved rear tires are:
“Quick Slicks” tire(s) #CB32 (15mm - .746”x.360”/17mm - .799”x.360”), #CB33 (15mm - .766x.360”/17mm - .819”x.360”), #CB34 (15mm - .785”x.360”/17mm - .835x.360), #CB35 (15mm - .805”x.360”/17mm - .844”x.360”), #CB57 (17mm - .789”x.406), #CB58 (17mm - .809”x.406”), or #CB59 (17mm - .829”x.406”). (Note: tire sizes per Quick Slicks tire chart.) Rear tires may not extend past body by more than .5mm (.020”) per side. No chemicals may be used on the tires. Tires are subject to change at the Nationals and due to availability some tire sizes may not be available. Regional hosts can determine tires to be used for their regional race.
GEARING: ONLY a Slot.it 12tooth 6.5mm pinion gear is to be used on the motor. Driver may use any available Slot.it 31/32/33/34/35/36 tooth (ratios – 2.58/2.67/2.75/2.83/2.91/3.00) 18mm sidewinder spur gear as required to fit the sidewinder pod used. Driver may apply grease to the gears.
GUIDE BLADES/BRAID/ELECTRICAL:
Any Slot.it or Racer guide blade is allowed. Any manufactures’ braid and wire can be used and must be attached to the guide/braid through the use of Slot.it eyelets or the Slot.it M2 grub screw method and may not be glued or soldered at the guide blade. Wires may be held in place and supported using tape, heat shrink tubing, and/or silicone adhesive.
MOTOR: Regional Events (2 options available):
Option 1 – Handout motors (GTSLOTS black endbell short can also known as the Piranha 21.5k – rated 21.5k @12volts) who’s price would be included in the race entry fee would be available for purchase from GTSLOTS (contact Rich at GTSLOTS or technical contacts shown below for pricing and availability) to the race host prior to the race date. Motors will be pre-tested and marked with an ID code (a report form can be supplied including motor test data); racers will provide their own pinion gears (Slot.it 12 tooth 6.5 mm); trim the motor shafts as required; and will be responsible for the proper soldering of the lead wires to the motor tabs without overheating the tabs and causing damage to the motor. No chemicals (example: Voo Doo drops, etc.) shall be added to the motors. For the sole purpose to hold the motor in place, motors may ONLY be attached in place in the motor pod by either using Slot.it motor screws w/washers through the appropriate screw holes provided in the motor (Slot.it) pod and into the pre-threaded holes in the “can” end of the motor, or using a single piece of tape supplied by the race host. Holes may be cut out of the tape to allow for cooling over the motor vent holes. Racers would receive their handout motor at a predetermined time at the event, have the opportunity to test/practice with the handout motor before the start of competition, the option to purchase a replacement motor prior to the start of competition, and keep the motor(s) at the conclusion of the event.
Option 2 – Motors provided by the race host or racers themselves using the appropriate Slot.it 12 tooth 6.5 mm pinion. It is suggested that the motors of the top 5 finishers be tested at the conclusion of the event to confirm legality with the results (if tested) provided to GTSLOTS along with the event race results. (NOTE: Contact GTSLOT technical contacts shown below for additional information on the testing of motors.)
North America Finals:
Only the provided handout (GTSLOTS black endbell short can also known as the Piranha 21.5k – rated 21.5k @12volts) motor is legal for the National event and will be supplied by GTSLOTS. Motors will be pre-tested and marked with an ID code; racers will provide their own pinion gears (Slot.it 12 tooth 6.5mm); trim the motor shafts as required; and will be responsible for the proper soldering of the lead wires to the motor tabs without overheating the tabs and causing damage to the motor. No chemicals (example: Voo Doo drops, etc.) shall be added to the motors. For the sole purpose to hold the motor in place, motors may ONLY be attached in place in the motor pod by either using Slot.it motor screws w/washers through the appropriate screw holes provided in the motor (Slot.it) pod and into the pre-threaded holes in the “can” end of the motor, or using a single piece of tape supplied by the race host. Racers would receive their handout motor at a predetermined time at the event, have the opportunity to test/practice with the handout motor before the start of competition, the option to purchase a replacement motor prior to the start of competition, and keep the motor(s) at the conclusion of the event.
WEIGHT: Weight may be added to the inside of the chassis. NO weight may be attached to the underside of the chassis.
LIGHTING (Optional): May be added, if used must be Slot.it brand only.
TRACK VOLTAGE: Suggested 12 volts (Note: track power will be set at 12 volts for the N. America finals and the GTSLOTS regional races)
RACE PROCEDURES: (as to be used at the N. America finals and GTSLOTS regional events):
- All participating race cars will be inspected to ensure rule compliance. A few test laps (the number to be determined by the race organizer) will be allowed prior to the final inspection.
- It is the responsibility of each participant to make sure that the front spoiler, chassis, and spur gear of their car has sufficient clearance to the track and pickup rail surface so as not to rub under race conditions and will be inspected for such clearance.
- Cars will be impounded after the inspection process and drivers cannot touch their cars unless done under “green flag” race conditions under the observation of a race official.
- Any controller is permitted, provided that the controller does not store an electrical charge.
- The race director for the event (the race organizer holding the event) will have the final determination if any questions or conflicts arise.
- For any clarification of the race procedures being used at the National Championship please contact:
Robert Holt by phone (908-397-7886) or e-mail (holtr371@yahoo.com)
Bob Kuss by phone (610-996-0595) or e-mail (lotus74s6@verizon.net)