From the September Fastrack:
Improved Touring
The Competition Board working in conjunction with the IT Advisory Committee has reviewed the numerous membership input items regarding the concept of allowing competition adjustments in IT.
The input so far received from the membership is almost evenly divided on whether there should be some form of competition adjustments for IT. There have been thoughtful presentations on both sides of the discussion. The IT Advisory Committee has developed a "middle of the road" concept that the Competition Board would like member input on. If this concept is well received by the IT competitors, the Competition Board would recommend an effective date of 1/1/05.
The final paragraph of the 2003 ITCS's section 17.1.4.C now reads:
The SCCA shall specify the minimum weight for each classified car as qualified or raced, with driver.
The proposal would append the following paragraphs to the end of section 17.1.4.C:
During the initial vehicle classification process, the Club shall assess vehicle performance factors such as-but not limited to manufacturer's published specifications for engine type, displacement, horsepower, and torque; vehicle weight; brake type and size; suspension design; and aerodynamic efficiency. Based on such factors, a minimum allowable weight shall be estab-lished. At the end of the second, third, and fourth years of classification, the vehicle's racing performance relative to other vehicles in its class shall be evaluated. If the Club deems that, in the interest of fostering greater equity within a class, a vehicle should be reclassified to another Improved Touring class, such a reclassification shall be made. Alternatively or additionally, if the Club deems that an upward or down-ward revision in the minimum allowable weight is warranted, such a "performance compensation adjustment" shall be made. Any performance compensation adjust-ments made after the second and third years of classification shall be provisional. At the end of a vehicle's fourth year of Improved Touring classification, an assessment of class equity shall be made and the vehicle's minimum weight shall be
established.
On rare occasion-and only after careful review of the actual racing performance of a particular make/model/year of vehicle-the Club may reclassify a vehicle, revise a vehicle's minimum allowable weight, and/or in the most extreme situation an intake restrictor may be required. Such an action shall be taken solely for the purpose of restoring equity within the vehicle's class.
PCA Responses... or LACK THEREOF!!!
Reply With Quote
Bookmarks