'Napkin math' spits this out:
170hp Focus SVT with driver
ITR weight: 2290ish
ITS weight: 2640ish
'Napkin math' spits this out:
170hp Focus SVT with driver
ITR weight: 2290ish
ITS weight: 2640ish
Focus SVT could never make the ITR weight. ITS sounds right.
As a matter of fact, the current Zetec Focus needs to be reclassed from ITA to ITB with a more realistic weight as well - 2400 lbs is not a reality for these cars, 2600ish would be all right for these in ITB - the Spec Focus guys are lucky if they can reach 2600 lbs.
Make any request that you think makes sense, in terms of what can actually be achieved in terms of weight. Provide whatever documentation you can - stock curb weight, etc.
K
EDIT - Remember however, the basis for classification and weight specification presumes a gen-U-ine 100% build. When you say that the SF guys can barely make 2600, is that fully stripped with IT-type improvements?
Last edited by Knestis; 02-20-2008 at 08:18 PM.
I'm really just talking of the top of my head - I'll have to do my homework before making any serious request.
From what I've read, the Spec Focus in ZX3 trim is basically the ITA ZX3 with spec suspension components, some engine mods (not IT legal), and 17 inch wheels instead of 15.
I just think that these would make great (modern) IT cars and wouldn't want to see them wind up as "tweeners".
I just found the curb weight listed at 2551 lbs. - 130hp.
So, what is the official procedure to request a reclassification of a current car?
The regular Focus is where it should be in ITA. The SVT should go to ITS or R I believe. Also, I am curious about this as well except based on an ST Model which has the Mazda 3's 2.3 Liter motor w/ 151HP and 154lb of Torque. The 2.3L cars are SSC trim now.
I am wondering because in 3 years that may be my next car.
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The car belongs in ITA as classed. These cars can make weight if you try hard enough. From having autocrossed acr neons, focus and protege's all in DSP/FSP or STS trim, I can tell you that if someone builds a Focus to the limit it would be a front row car and possibly the best car in the class.
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