Pliego de condiciones generales de líneas aéreas de AT y CTS

Tech, the logbook shall be stamped with the official MCSCC "Annual Inspection" stamp, dated and signed. 9.2 Minimum Inspection for each event thereafter shall consist of reviewing the driver's personal gear and the Vehicle

Logbook. If these are in order, a Tech sticker shall be issued. 9.3 The points covered at technical and safety inspection shall be:

9.3.1 Identification Marks - All required identification marks as listed in Automobiles - General Section 3, shall be in place.

9.3.2 Appearance - Neat and clean. Specifically, automobiles that are dirty either externally or in the engine and passenger compartments, or that show body work damage, or that are partially or totally in primer, or that do not bear the prescribed identification marks shall not be approved for competition.

9.3.3 Classification - Verification of Year, Make, and Model of car for class entered.

9.3.4 Tires - Tires shall be new or very good. Racing tires or tires that meet or exceed a DOT V rating shall be required on all cars except Showroom Stock and those classes that have a specified tire (e.g. Club Formula Ford). Spare wheel and tire along with tool kit may be removed.

9.3.5 Brakes - Shall be pedal-operated, working directly on each wheel, and in perfect working order. Rolling brake tests are permissible, but wheel need not lock up.

9.3.6 Bodywork

9.3.6.1 Shall be securely mounted.

9.3.6.2 Fender skirts and wheel trim (hub caps etc.) shall be removed. 9.3.6.3 All cars shall compete with both front windows in the down position.

9.3.6.4 Windows must be transparent, be free of aftermarket tinting, and have no cracks. Banners across the top of front or rear windows are permitted so long as they do not interfere with the driver's field of vision.

9.3.7 Exhaust System - Shall be directed away from the body or chassis and terminate behind the driver for all cars except GT category cars, using GT exhaust rules.

9.3.8 Under Hood and Engine Compartment - All hoses, wires, etc. shall be securely fastened. Breather tanks shall be of proper size and design to prevent spillage. No visible signs of leakage.

9.3.9 Suspension and Steering - Shall be of suitable design and in perfect condition. All Heim-type spherical rod ends used on major suspension and steering components must be retained either by the design of the mounting brackets or by a larger area captive washer or by the inherent mechanical design of the unit (Circlip or Messerschmidt joints). No play / looseness of any suspension component or wheel bearings is permitted. 9.3.10 Fuel Tanks

9.3.10.1 No leakage of fuel will be tolerated.

9.3.10.2 "Monza"/flip type fuel filler caps are prohibited except for Showroom Category when fitted as original equipment.

9.3.10.3 Replacement of production fuel tanks by safety fuel cells conforming to the standards specified in Appendix X is highly recommended.

9.3.10.5 Aircraft/industrial hose and fittings are highly recommended on all fuel and oil systems and mandatory when such non-standard systems enter the driver/passenger compartment.

9.3.10.6 A port/hose may be added for the sole purpose of sampling the fuel from any competition vehicle. 9.3.11 Brake Lights

9.3.11.1 Except for Formula cars, all cars shall have operating brake lights.

9.3.11.2 All forward facing lights must be taped to prevent loss of glass or plastic pieces in case of damage. It is recommended that all lights be taped.

9.3.11.3 All formula cars shall be equiped with a red tail light of at least 15 watts. This light must be mounted as high as possible on the centerline of the car and be clearly visible from the rear.

9.3.11.4 The tail light must be switched on when so ordered by the Chief Steward of the Event. 9.3.12 Driver Restraints - All specifications of section 9 of the "Safety" section must be meet.

9.3.13 Seats - Seats must be securely mounted. All seat backs must be securely bolted, braced or strapped to prevent rearward collapse/movement. Seats homologated to and mounted per FIA standard 8855-1999 need not utilize a seat back brace. Homologation labels must be visible.

9.3.14 Roll Bars/Cage - Each car shall be equipped with a roll bar/cage as required by class rules. Roll bars will meet Appendix Z. Roll cages (Appendix ZZ) are highly recommended.

9.3.15 Tonneau Covers - Covers may not cover the passenger seats but may cover the convertible top and boot. 9.3.16 Fire Wall and Floor - Shall prevent the passage of flame and debris to the driver's compartment. Belly

pans shall be ventilated to prevent the accumulation of liquids.

9.3.17 Mirrors - Shall provide driver visibility to the rear of both sides of the car. 9.3.18 Fire Supression

9.3.18.1 All cars shall be equipped with a means of fire suppression. All cars except GT category cars may use a hand-held fire extinguisher or an on-board fire suppression system or both. GT category cars shall be equipped with an on-board fire suppression system. On-board fire suppression systems are highly recommended in all cars.

9.3.18.2 Handheld Fire Extinguishers (“Extinguishers”)

Handheld fire extinguishers are allowed in all cars except GT category cars.

9.3.18.2.1 Extinguishers shall be securely mounted using quick-release type metal mounting brackets. Formula category cars may mount the extinguisher in an accessible location outside the cockpit. All other cars shall mount the extinguisher inside the cockpit.

9.3.18.2.2 Handheld fire extinguishers of three types are allowed.

9.3.18.2.2.1 Halon (1301 or 1211) and CEA614 extinguishers shall have a minimum capacity of 2 pounds by weight.

9.3.18.2.2.2 Dry chemical extinguishers shall have a minimum capacity of 2 pounds by weight and shall carry a 10BC Underwriters Laboratory rating.

9.3.18.2.2.3 AFFF or equivalent surfactant foam (SPA Lite, OMP Ecolife, Lifeline Zero 2000, etc) extinguishers shall have a minimum capacity of 1.25 liters by volume. AFFF extinguishers shall be serviced according to manufacturer recommendations.

9.3.18.2.3 Extinguishers shall have a functional pressure gauge indicating that the extinguisher is pressurized to manufacturers specifications. Tech inspection may require competitors to weigh their extinguishers to prove that they are filled to the proper capacity.

9.3.18.3 On Board Fire Supression Systems (“Fire Systems”)

On-board fire suppression systems are highly recommended for all cars and are required in GT category cars. 9.3.18.3.1 The fire system bottle shall be securely mounted in such a way that it can be removed for service,

inspection, and weighing. Location is unrestricted.

9.3.18.3.2 Fire system actuation may be by mechanical or electrical means. The actuation mechanism shall be in reach of the driver when the driver is restrained in the car.

9.3.18.3.3 On-board fire systems of two types are allowed.

9.3.18.3.3.1 Halon (1301 or 1211) and CEA614 systems shall have a minimum capacity of 5 pounds by weight (10 pounds minimum for GT-1 class cars).

9.3.18.3.3.2 AFFF or equivalent surfactant foam (SPA Lite, OMP Ecolife, ZERO 2000, ColdFire 302, etc) systems shall have a minimum capacity of 2.25 liters by volume (3.37 liters for GT-1 class cars). AFFF fire systems shall be serviced according to manufacturer recommendations.

9.3.18.3.4 Pressurized fire systems shall have a functional pressure gauge indicating that the bottle is pressurized to manufacturer specifications. Non-pressurized CO2 propelled fire systems are allowed providing that the seal of the CO2 cartridge is intact and the bottle weight is equal to that specified by the manufacturer. Tech inspection may require competitors to weigh their bottles to prove that they are filled to the proper capacity.

9.3.18.3.5 Fire systems shall use a minimum of two (2) discharge nozzles: at least one nozzle in the cockpit and at least one nozzle in the engine or fuel cell compartment. Fire systems shall use the appropriate type of nozzles (e.g. Halon fan-spray type or AFFF atomizing type) and shall not exceed the number of nozzles recommended by the manufacturer.

9.3.18.3.6 All safety pins shall be removed from the actuating mechanism and firing head of mechanically actuated fire systems shall be switched to the “armed” position whenever the car is on track.

9.3.18.4 Markings

9.3.18.4.1 The location of the fire extinguisher or fire system actuation mechanism shall be marked with a red circle “E” of at least 2 inches in diameter. Closed cars may need to use two such decals: one at the extinguisher or actuation mechanism, and one outside the cockpit as close as possible to the extinguisher or actuation mechanism.

9.3.19 Flame-Resistant Garments, Crash Helmets, Goggles, or Face Shields - Shall be approved at safety inspection and may also be checked upon the starting grid. (See "Safety Equipment".)

9.3.20 Scatter shields

9.3.20.1 The installation of Scatter shields or explosion-proof bell housings shall be required on all cars where the failure of the clutch or flywheel could create a hazard to the driver, except for Showroom Stock cars.

9.3.20.2 Chain driven cars shall have chain guards suitable to protect the driver, competitors, and spectators in case of chain breakage.

9.3.21 Targa Tops, Sunroofs, Convertible Tops

9.3.21.1 Cars with factory Targa Tops (Fiat X1/9, Porsche 914, Corvette, etc.) shall be considered open cars if top is removed.

9.3.21.2 If top is retained, the cars shall be considered closed cars and the tops must be securely fastened (welded, bolted, etc.).

9.3.21.3 Removable sun roof/T-top panels may be removed or must be securely fastened (welded, bolted, etc.). 9.3.21.4 Detachable fabric doors must be removed.

9.3.21.5 Fully detachable hardtops must be removed unless securely fastened (welded, bolted, etc.). 9.3.21.6 If the fully removeable hardtop is securely fastened, the car shall be considered closed. 9.3.22 Leakage, Filler Caps, Catch Tanks

9.3.22.1 No leakage of any fluid will be tolerated. 9.3.22.2 All filler caps or plugs must be leak tight.

9.3.22.3 All engine crankcase breathers, whether directly or indirectly ventilating the crankcase, shall be equipped with oil catch tanks. All radiators or expansion systems shall have a catch tank.

9.3.22.4 All transmission and differential breathers are recommended to be equipped with catch tanks. These catch tanks shall not be located in the driver/passenger compartment.

9.3.23 Master Switch

9.3.23.1 All cars, except Showroom cars and Improved Touring, must be equipped with a general circuit breaker (master switch) easily accessible from outside the car. The master switch should be installed directly in either battery cable and shall cut all electrical circuits (ignition, fuel pumps, lights, alternator, etc.) but not an on-board fire extinguisher. It shall be clearly marked by the international marking of a spark and blue triangle mounted in a standard location with the "OFF" position clearly indicated.

9.3.23.2 The standard locations will be as follows:

9.3.23.2.1 Formula and Open Sports Racing Cars - In close proximity to the right hand upright member of the roll bar, but in a location so that it cannot be operated accidentally. It can be mounted on a bracket welded to the inside of the upright member or mounted so that the operating lever or knob is outside of the body panel immediately inboard of the upright member. This is the standard location on Formula cars built to the Constructors Association's requirements for Formula 1.

9.3.23.2.2 Closed Sports Racers, Production based cars - open or closed May choose one of the following locations:

9.3.23.2.2.1 In front of the windshield on either the cowl or on top of the fender, but close enough to the windshield to be accessible if the car is overturned.

9.3.23.2.2.2 Mounted below the center of the rear window.

9.3.23.2.2.3 On a bracket welded or clamped to the roll cage or dash in a position accessible from outside the car.

9.3.24 Steering Wheels

9.3.24.1 Wood rimmed steering wheels are prohibited.

9.3.24.2 Steering wheel lock mechanisms may be removed / disabled on all cars. This may be required in some classes.

except Showroom Stock.

9.3.26 Plumbing - Header tanks and water lines must not be exposed to the driver. Chassis, frame or roll bar tubes shall not be used for storage, transfer or venting of fuel.

9.3.27 Window Net - All drivers of open cars shall use arm restraints. It is recommended that all closed cars be equipped with window nets. In lieu of window nets, drivers of closed cars may use arm restraints.

9.3.28 Factory Recalls - Factory recalls involving safety shall be observed. Showroom Category shall meet refit standards. Other categories shall meet or exceed refit standards within preparation rules for their category. 9.3.29 Engine Coolant - The use of anti-freeze (ethylene glycol) is specifically prohibited. All liquid cooled cars

shall use water in the cooling system. Wetting agents and pump lubes are allowed.

9.3.30 Tow Eye

9.3.30.1 All cars without an exposed roll bar, shall have a towing eye or strap, front and rear that does not dangerously protrude from the body work when the car is racing, to be used for flat-towing or hauling the vehicle. The required tow eyes must be strong enough to tow the car from a hazard such as a gravel trap. Front tow eyes may be mounted in the driver / passenger window opening, or any location forward of the windshield. If mounted in the driver / passenger side window openings, it must be attached to the forward roll cage down tube as close to the base of the windshield as possible. If the front tow eye is located in the side window openings there shall be one on each side of the vehicle. Rear tow eyes must be accessible rearward of the rear axle centerline. 9.3.30.2 A removeable towing eye carried inside the vehicle is not acceptable, except formula and sports racers.

These towing eyes or straps shall be easily accessible without removal or manipulation of the body work or other panels.

9.3.30.3 Showroom Stock vehicles may use the stock tow eyes. 10 Classification of Non-Standard Vehicles

10.1 The Contest Board may from time to time consider the addition to the GT, Production, Improved Touring and