targa tasmania 2010 supplementary regulations
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TARGA TASMANIA 2010 SUPPLEMENTARY
REGULATIONS
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TARGA TASMANIA
2010
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TARGA TASMANIA 2010
SUPPLEMENTARY REGULATIONS
Version 2 Issued October 23 2009
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CONTENTS
SECTION A- ADMINSTRATION 8
1. Authority 2. Competitions 3. General Program 9 4. Officials of the Event 5. Senior Management 6. Board of Management 7. Promoter 8. Secretariat 10 9. Correspondance 10. Event Headquarters 11. Currency 12. Goods and Service Tax 13. Drugs and Alochol 14. AASA Anti-Doping Policy
SECTION B- ENTRANTS / CREWS / ENTRIES 10
1. Crews 2. Indentification 11 3. Apparel 4. Helmets 5. Crew Changes 6. Licence Requirements 7. Entries 12 8. Insurance 9. Crew Briefings 10. Recommended Equipment 13
SECTION C- DOCUMENTATION AND SCRUTINY 13
1. Documentation 2. Entry 3. Pre Event Safety Inspection 4. Pre- Start Scrutiny 5. Technical Check 6. Ineligible Vehicles 7. Marking or Stamping 8. Failure to Pass Pre Start Scrutiny 9. Inappropriate Appearance or Condition 10. During Event Checks 14 11. Re-Start Check 12. Recognition Papers 13. Post Event Scrutineering
SECTION D- VEHICLE TECHNICAL AND SAFETY 14
DEFINITIONS 14
GENERAL REGULATIONS FOR ALL VEHICLES 15
1. Compulsory Vehicle Passport 2. Authority to Enter Vehicle 3. Eligible Vehicles 4. Technical Regulations 5. Roadworthiness and Eligibility of Vehicle 6. Technical Specification 7. Recognition Papers 8. Vehicle Classes Lists 9. Amalgamate Classes 10. Unregistered Vehicles 11. Transponders 12. Limited Modifications 13. Bodywork (except Showroom) 14. Spoilers and Skirts (except Showroom) 15. Rotary Port Modifications (except Showroom) 16
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16. Engine Changes 17. Anti Roll Bars (except Showroom) 18. Torsion Bars (except Showroom) 19. Engine and Exhaust Insulation 20. Exhaust 21. Cylinder Head Gasket 22. Oil Leaks / Spillage 23. Oil Leak Action 24. Oil Breather (except Showroom) 25. Tyres Requirements 26. Wheel Diameter and Width Variants 27. Tyres (except Rookie Rallye) 17 28. Tyre Warmers 29. Tyre Size Requirements 30. Valve Caps / Control Valves 31. Tyre Grooving 32. Tyre Manufacturers Marking 33. Prohibited Tyres 34. Carriage of Spare Wheels / Tyres 35. Rim Profile / Inner Tubes 36. Wheel Spacers 37. Brakes (except Showroom) 38. Additional Oil / Brake Cooling (except Showroom) 39. Fasteners Replacements 40. Addition of Materials and Parts 18 41. Chassis / Sub-Frame / Monocoque 42. Fuel Pumps and Hoses 43. Tinted Windows 44. Rear View Mirror 45. Battery Location (except Showroom) 46. Battery Isolation Switch 47. Electrical System 48. Spark Plugs 49. Cables, Lines and Electrical Protection 50. Electronic Control Unit 51. Fuel Injection (except Showroom) 52. Forced Induction Pipes and Hoses 53. Fuel Tanks 54. Fuel Requirements 19 55. Fuel Samples 56. Carrying Fuel 57. Protected Fuel Lines 58. Extendible Straps 59. Cameras 60. Towing Eyes 61. Air Bags 62. Anti-Lock Brakes 63. Steering Wheel 64. Power Steering (except Showroom 4WD) 65. Pedals 66. Air Filter (except Showroom) 67. Interior (except Showroom) 68. Steering / Side Change (except Showroom) 69. Seats 20 70. Seatbelts / Harnesses 71. Modifications During the Event 72. Headlamps 73. Fire Extinguishers 74. Oil Absorbent Material 75. First Aid Kits 76. OK / SOS Signs 77. Reflective Warning Triangles 78. Throttle Return 21 79. Windscreen 80. Rollover Protection 81. Bonnet Restraints 82. Cooling System 83. Sump / Oil Filter (except Showroom) 84. Engine Mounts 85. Cylinder Head Gasket 86. Manufacturers Options (except Showroom)
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COMPETITION SPECIFIC REGULATIONS 21 SHOWROOM - (SR) 21
SR1. Eligibility SR2. Classes SR3. Air Conditioning SR4. Diff / Clutch and Flywheel SR5. Suspension SR6. Interior 22 SR7. Brakes SR8. Weight
EARLY MODERN AND MODERN - (M) 22 M1. General Requirements M2. Bodywork M3. Minimum Weight M4. Weighing of Vehicles M5. Capacity / Classes SS, LMS & MS M6. Vehicle Class Structure M7. Most Other Vehicles
MODERN - Standard Specification - (SS) 24 M8. Suspension M9. Dampers and Fittings
MODERN - Limited Modified Specification - (LMS) 24 M10. Suspension Reinforcement M11. Cables M12. Ignition M13. Pistons
MODERN - Modified Specification - (MS) 24 M14. Ignition M15. Cooling System M16. Fuel Injection M17. Oil System M18. Engine Internals Allowances M19. Gearbox / Transmission / Final Drive M20. Suspension M21. Pulleys 25 M22. Other Modifications Permitted on MS M23. Rotary Vehicles M24. Steering
MODERN - Production Rally - (PR) 25 M25. Regulations M26. Categories
ROOKIE RALLYE - (RR) 25 RR1. Tyre Numbers
CLASSIC - (C) 25 C1. General Requirements C2. Capacity Classes 26
CLASSIC - Standard Specification - (SS) 26 C3. Engine C4. Capacity C5. Pistons & Rings C6. Cylinder Head C7. Camshafts C8. Rotary Engines C9. Clutch and Flywheel C10. Ignition C11. Turbo & Superchargers C12. Induction 27 C13. Radiator C14. Ancillary C15. Reconditioning C16. Gearbox / Transmission / Final Drive C17. Suspension
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C18. Electrical C19. Vehicles Ineligible for SS
CLASSIC - Limited Modified Specification - (LMS) 28 C20. Engine Block Replacement C21. Capacity Increase C22. Crankshaft Freedoms C23. Pistons and Rotors / Seals and Rings C24. Camshaft C25. Rotary Engines C26. Ignition C27. Cylinder Head C28. Induction C29. Turbo & Supercharger C30. Liquid Cooling C31. Air Cooled C32. Sump Freedoms C33. Internal Modifications C34. Gearbox / Transmission / Final Drive C35. Chassis C36. Suspension 29 C37. Steering C38. Competition Body Panels C39. Windscreen Replacement C40. Bumper Bars C41. Electrical Systems
CLASSIC - Modified Specification - (MS) 29 C42. Engine C43. Capacity 30 C44. Cylinder Heads C45. Rotary Engines C46. Sump C47. Gearbox / Transmission / Final Drive C48. Suspension C49. Bodywork
SECTION E- VEHICLE SIGNS AND ADVERTISING 31
1. Signs 2. Advertising of Results 3. Organisers Decals 32
SECTION F- THE COMPETITION 32
1. Road Books 2. Course 3. Changes 4. Start and Finish of Event 5. Prologue 6. Start Order 33 7. Restart Order 8. Crews Forgoing Competition 9. Rejoining 10. Withdrawal or Retirement 11. Official Clocks 12. Time Card 13. Targa Stages 14. Base Time 15. Trophy Time (except Rookie Rallye) 16. Changes to Base & Trophy Times 17. Direction of Travel 18. Compassionate Time 19. Motive Power 34 20. Cutting Corners 21. Falling Behind the Competition Sweep 22. Stage Starts 23. Stage Finish 24. Interruption of a Targa Stage 25. Safety Procedures 26. Derived Time
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27. Late Time Limits 28. Change of Limit 35 29. Late Time Penalty 30. Overtaking 31. Controls 32. Touring Stages & Traffic 33. Running Order 36 34. Reconnaissance 35. Restriction Zone 36. Security Parks, Expos & Parc Ferme 37. Service Crews 37 38. Re-fuelling 39. Service Areas
SECTION G- PROTESTS AND PENALTIES 38
1. Protests 2. Appeals 3. Judges of Fact
SECTION H- RESULTS 39
1. Classification 2. Provisional and Final Classifications 3. Results Enquiries
SECTION I- AWARDS 40
1. General 2. Vintage Rallye 3. Rookie Rallye- Modern 4. Rookie Rallye- Classic 5. Classic Overall 6. Classic 7. Classic Category 8. Classic Class 9. Classic Teams 10. Classic Family 11. Shannons V8 Muscle Car Challenge 12. Modern 13. Early Modern 14. Showroom 15. All Modern Category 16. All Modern Class 17. All Modern Teams 18. Modern Family 19. Tour Tourist Trophy 41 20. Tour Golden Tourist Trophy 21. Targa Trophies 22. Denny Hulme Memorial Award 23. Prologue Awards 24. John Large 15 Year Competitor Memorial Award 25. Prize Money 26. Finishers Medallion 27. Award Presentation Dinner 28. Award Collection
SECTION J- THE TOUR 42
1. Road Books 2. Course 3. Changes 4. Start Order 5. Reporting for Days Activities 6. Withdrawal or Retirement 7. Targa Stages 8. At the Finish 9. Lunchbreaks 10. Overtaking
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ADDENDUM A – Terms and Conditions 43
1. General 2. Entry Fees 3. Additional Crew Members 4. Withdrawal and Refunds
ADDENDUM B – Late Time / Base Time 44
1. Late Time 2. Trophy Times 3. Base Times 4. Time Allowed
CLASSIC HANDICAP TABLE (CHT) 45
ADDENDUM C – Safety Procedures 46
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SECTION A - ADMINISTRATION 1. Authority
Targa Tasmania 2010 (hereinafter referred to as the 'event') will be an invitational National Tarmac Targa Rally, incorporating international invitees, conducted under the provisions of the Australian Autosport Alliance (AASA) National Competition Rules (NCR) and these Supplementary Regulations, together with any bulletins containing further regulations that may be issued by the organisers, and the route instructions, all of which will have the same force as these regulations. The AASA Permit Number authorising the event is AASA020510/TT633 The event consists of a Prologue on Tuesday 27 April 2010 and five legs of competition commencing in Launceston on Wednesday 28 April 2010 and finishing in Hobart on Sunday 2 May 2010. It will be conducted over approximately 2000 kilometres and all targa stages will be entirely on roads with a bitumen surface.
2. Competitions The Event will comprise eight competitions:
- Unique Cars Tour - Shannons Vintage Rallye - Pure Tasmania Rookie Rallye - Shannons Classic Overall - Shannons Classic - Pure Tasmania Early Modern - Pure Tasmania Modern - Pure Tasmania Showroom
Participants may enter only one of these competitions, or the Tour. Category 2 to 6 cars will be automatically entered into both Classic competitions. Shannons Vintage Rallye This competition is reserved for vehicles manufactured up to 31 December 1946 (Category 1). Vintage Rallye Trophies will be awarded to 1st, 2nd & 3rd. Vehicle classes will be based on engine capacity and modification level. The Vintage Rallye will be held in conjunction with the competition and will compete over Leg 1, Leg 3, Leg 4 and Leg 5 to finish in Hobart on Sunday 2 May 2010. The organisers reserve the right to cancel this competition or move the competitors to the Classic Overall Competition if less than five entries are received by the close of entries. If moved to the Classic Overall Competition, all competitors will receive the highest handicap shown on the Classic Handicap Table (CHT) and the highest placed Vintage Rallye car will receive the Vintage Rallye 1st place trophy. Pure Tasmania Rookie Rallye- Classic & Modern This competition is reserved for competitors who have not previously participated in the Event. Drivers in the Modern category must not have driven in Targa Tasmania at all before. Drivers in the Classic category who have not driven in Targa Tasmania in the last 5 years and have driven in no more than three events are eligible to compete. There are no restrictions on navigators. The Classic competition is reserved for competitors vehicles manufactured from 1 January 1947 up to 31 December 1981 (Categories 2 to 6) and will allow competition between vehicles of many ages and engine sizes with driver skill, mechanical performance and reliability determining the outcome. 1st Place will receive a single FREE entry to the 2011 Targa Wrest Point (If held) (All other costs are the responsibility of the winners). Trophies will be awarded to 1st, 2nd & 3rd. There are no vehicle classes. The Modern competition is reserved for vehicles manufactured after 1 January 1982 (Categories 7, 8 & 9), and is for high performance modern vehicles. 1st Place will receive a single FREE entry to the 2011 Targa Wrest Point (If held) (All other costs are the responsibility of the winners). Trophies will be awarded to 1st, 2nd & 3rd. There are no vehicle classes. The Rookie Rallye will be held in conjunction with the competition and will compete over Prologue, Leg 1 and Leg 2 to finish in Launceston on Thursday 29 April 2010. Shannons Classic Overall This competition is reserved for competitors vehicles manufactured up to 31 December 1981 (Categories 1 to 6) and will allow true competition between vehicles of many ages and engine sizes with driver skill, mechanical performance and reliability determining the outcome. Potential performance variations will be neutralised by individually setting base times for each category and class. Classic Overall Trophies will be awarded to 1st, 2nd & 3rd. Competitors who finish 1st, 2nd or 3rd in the Classic Competition will automatically be ineligible for a placing in the Classic Overall Competition. Targa Tasmania Classic Overall will be conducted over six days of Targa Tasmania Prologue and competition, starting and finishing at common points with Targa Tasmania Modern. It will follow the same course and will include the same Targa stages as Targa Tasmania Modern. Vehicle classes will be based on engine capacity and modification level. Shannons Classic This competition is reserved for competitors vehicles manufactured up to 31 December 1981 (Categories 1 to 6). No handicap system will be used and all vehicles will have the same base time. Classic Trophies will be awarded to 1st, 2nd & 3rd. Competitors who finish 1st, 2nd or 3rd in the Classic Competition will automatically be ineligible for a placing in the Classic Overall Competition. Pure Tasmania Early Modern This competition is reserved for vehicles manufactured between 1 January 1982 and 31 December 2002 (Category 7 & 8) and is for high performance modern vehicles. The base and trophy time will be the same for all vehicles. Early Modern Trophies will be awarded to 1st, 2nd & 3rd. Targa Tasmania Early Modern will be conducted over six days of Targa Tasmania Prologue and competition, starting and finishing at common points with Targa Tasmania Modern. It will follow the same course and will include the same Targa stages as Targa Tasmania Modern. Vehicle classes will be based on engine capacity and modification level. Pure Tasmania Modern This competition is reserved for vehicles manufactured between 1 January 2003 and 27 April 2010 (Category 9) and is designed for high performance modern vehicles. All vehicles in all other competitions except the Rookie Rallye and the Tour will be automatically entered in this competition. The base time will be the same for all vehicles. The trophy time will be the same for all Category 9 vehicles. Modern Trophies will be awarded to 1st, 2nd & 3rd. Targa Tasmania Modern will be conducted over six days of Targa Tasmania Prologue and competition, starting and finishing at common points with Targa Tasmania Classic Overall. It will follow the same course and will include the same Targa stages as Targa Tasmania Classic Overall. Vehicle classes will be based on engine capacity and modification level.
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Pure Tasmania Showroom This competition is reserved for vehicles manufactured between 1 January 2003 and 27 April 2010 (Category 9) (including run on’s), and is intended for performance modern vehicles as supplied by the manufacturer. The maximum new car recommended retail price ceiling for an eligible model is AUD$85,000 as defined by the Red Book. Vehicles must be commercially available within Australia as a mass produced model or an impending model approved by the organisers. The competition will be split into two categories – 2WD and 4WD with classes determined by engine capacity and fuel. The base time will be the same for all vehicles. Trophy times will be individually set for each class. Showroom Trophies will be awarded to 1st, 2nd & 3rd. Targa Tasmania Showroom will be conducted over six days of Targa Tasmania Prologue and competition, starting and finishing at common points with Targa Tasmania Modern. It will follow the same course and will include the same Targa stages as Targa Tasmania Modern. Vehicle classes will be based on engine capacity – Showroom regulations can be found at Section D. Demonstration Category This competition is reserved for vehicles manufactured up to 27 April 2010 and is intended for all vehicles that either do not meet the regulations to compete in any other competition or are entered as a prototype/one off/demonstration type vehicle. The base time will be the same for all vehicles. Trophy times will be individually set for each vehicle. Category Trophies will be awarded to 1st. Targa Tasmania Demonstration will be conducted over six days of Targa Tasmania Prologue and competition, starting and finishing at common points with Targa Tasmania Modern. It will follow the same course and will include the same Targa stages as Targa Tasmania Modern. There will no vehicle classes.
3. General Program 2010 16 March Applications Close 16 March First date for return of Entry Form 31 March Entries Close (vehicles & crews cannot be changed after this date) 31 March Final date for return of Entry Form 25 April Documentation and Pre Start Scrutiny Begins 26 April Welcome Party 26 April Pre Start Scrutiny & Documentation Finishes 26 April First-timers Briefing 26 April International Crew Briefing – Non English Speaking Only 26 April Compulsory Crew Briefing 27 April Temco Prologue at George Town 28 April First Leg of Competition - Overnight in Launceston 29 April Second Leg of Competition - Overnight in Launceston (end of Rookie Rallye) 30 April Third Leg of Competition - Overnight in Launceston 1 May Fourth Leg of Competition - Overnight in Strahan 2 May Fifth Leg of Competition - Overnight in Hobart 2 May Post-event Scrutiny 2 May Final Classifications posted 3 May Presentation Dinner 5 May Headquarters returns to 136 Davey Street 5 May Applications for 2011 Open
4. Officials of the Event AASA The Stewards of the Event (hereinafter referred to as the ‘Stewards’) will be advised in a bulletin:
5. Senior Management Event Manager - IT & Logistics Doug MacDonald Event Executive - Finance Gemma Shield Event Executive - Functions Alice Cooksley Media Manager Ian Chesterman Emergency Services Manager Geoff Becker Event Manager - Sales & Marketing Helen Coad
6. Board of Management Octagon Australia Pty Ltd has appointed the following Board of Management (hereinafter referred to as the 'organisers') to organise the event: Event Director Mark Perry Stage Director Phil Nesham Event Manager - Clerk of Course Stuart Benson Stage Director Josh Hill Deputy Clerk of Course Hamish Marquis Stage Director Paul Darko Lunch Control Manager Brian Edwards Stage Director Iain Ingles Support Services Manager Ron Brown Stage Director Pontus Reutersward Chief Scrutineer Glynn Shevels Stage Director Mark Cruse Overnight Manager Adam Carr Stage Director Susie Newcombe Manuals & Procedures Manager Neville Truskett Stage Director David Howlett Chief Competitor Relations Officer Pam Von Stieglitz Event Executive - Operations Tania Lamont Results Manager Garry Searle The address of the Board of Management is listed in A8. Other appointments may be made from time to time and will be advised in bulletins.
7. Promoter The event is promoted by Octagon Australia Pty Ltd 136 Davey Street, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia 7000. The Australian Business Number (ABN) is 31 006 222 233
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8. Secretariat Street Address / Postal Address Octagon Australia Pty Ltd Ground Floor 136 Davey Street HOBART TASMANIA 7000 AUSTRALIA National: telephone 03 6221 8800 facsimile 03 6221 8899 Email: mailto: [email protected] Internet: www.targatasmania.com.au
9. Correspondence The organisers accept no responsibility for correspondence forwarded to any address other than that indicated in A8
10. Event Headquarters The Event Headquarters will be located as follows:
• from 9am Friday 23 April 2010 to 10am Saturday 1 May 2010, Silverdome, Prospect; • from 2pm Saturday 1 May 2010 to 9pm Saturday 1 May 2010, Strahan Village Reception, Strahan; • from 10am Sunday 2 May 2010 to 5pm Monday 3 May 2010, Wellington Room, Wrest Point, Hobart;
The Official Notice Boards will be located as follows:
• Launceston Silverdome • Strahan Strahan Village Reception • Hobart Wrest Point, foyer outside Wellington Room
All official communication between the organisers and crews will be via these notice boards. It is each crew's responsibility to check the notice board for any posted communications, such as bulletins and notices. If a crew does not collect any bulletin issued at the start or finish of a leg (due to not starting or finishing the leg) it is the crew’s responsibility to obtain a copy of the bulletin from event headquarters as early as practical.
11. Currency All reference to monies in these Supplementary Regulations is to Australian Dollars (AUD).
12. Goods and Services Tax Goods & Services Tax (GST) of 10% does not apply to protest and appeal fees, or fines. Refer ATO Determination GSTD 2007/8 regarding fines.
13. Drugs and Alcohol
• Intoxicating Liquor In accordance with AASA NCR 3.5 & Schedule 3, on the day of competition, no intoxicating liquor may be consumed by crews or officials until the cessation of competition each day.
• Breath Testing Breath Testing of both crew members will take place throughout the event. Any crew member with a positive reading above 0.01mg/100ml will be retested after 15 minutes. During this time the crew member must remain in the testing area and stay in the presence of a Competitor Relations Officer. During this time, the crew member must not consume any substance by mouth until after the second test. If, after the second test, the crew member is still found to have a reading above 0.01, the crew will not be allowed to take part in any competition on the leg in which the crew member returned a positive reading and a further penalty of up to exclusion may be imposed by the Clerk of Course. Testing will be carried out by Tasmania Police.
• Carrying Alcohol The carrying of intoxicating liquor in a competing vehicle is strictly forbidden and offenders will be liable to a penalty including exclusion from the event.
14. AASA Anti-Doping Policy
• The use of prohibited substances is condemned by the organisers of the event and all competitors, service crew and officials are subject to the AASA Anti-Doping Policy.
• Full details of the AASA Anti-Doping Policy can be found in the AASA NCR’s article 3.5 and Schedule 3 http://www.australianautosportalliance.com/aasa/index.php?option=com_docman&task=cat_view&gid=28&Itemid=45 .
• Tasmania Police may carry out random drug tests at any time during the event.
SECTION B - ENTRANTS / CREWS / ENTRIES 1. CREWS
A crew is made up of two persons on board each vehicle. a) Driver
A competitor intending to be either the sole or the primary driver in the vehicle during the event. b) Co-Driver
A competitor whose primary role is to convey to the driver the information in the road book to enable the driver to follow the correct route. A co-driver may also drive at any time during the event. Co-drivers must be nominated by 16 March (Close of Applications). Nomination of a co-driver after this date may incur an additional fee of $110.
c) Navigator A competitor whose primary role is to convey to the driver the information in the road book to enable the driver to follow the correct route. A navigator is permitted to drive only on touring stages where vehicles are constrained by public road regulations.
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2. Identification For the purpose of identifying who is eligible to drive on targa stages, competitors will be issued with wristbands colour coded as follows:
• Green wristband - drivers (eligible to drive on targa stages) • Yellow wristband - co-drivers (eligible to drive on targa stages) • Red wristbands - navigators (not eligible to drive on targa stages)
Failure of a competitor to wear a wristband issued by the organisers throughout a Leg may incur a penalty of 10 minutes per occasion being applied.
3. Apparel During all Targa stages, at minimum crew members are required to wear:
• One-piece driving suits, made from a flame retardant material; • t-shirt and underwear all made from a material complying with ISO 15025:2000 or ISO 6940, or alternatively of cotton or wool; • flame-retardant gloves (navigators are exempted from this requirement), must be of materials compliant with ISO6940 or 8856-2000; • Flame retardant boots and socks complying to ISO 6940 or 8856-2000 • The use of flame-retardant apparel which has been homologated to the 8856-2000 standard is strongly recommended as is the use of a
balaclava. Apparel must be presented at scrutiny.
4. Helmets • Safety helmets must be worn by all crew members (except Tour participants) throughout the prologue and all Targa stages. • Safety helmets must be in good condition (e.g.: no deep scratches, chips or incorrect painting) at all times. If a helmet is considered at pre-start
scrutiny, or at any time during the event, to be unsuitable or unsafe, the helmet will be rejected and must be replaced before the crew member can continue in the event.
• Safety helmets must conform to one of the following standards accepted by AASA: (International competitors helments must comply with the recognised standard below as required by Targa Tasmania) 8860-2004 AS1698 (Australia) Snell Foundation (USA) SA2000 Snell, SA95, SA2000, SA2005 (USA) SFI 31.1A or 31.2A or 31.2A (USA) E22 (with 02, 03, 04 or 05 amendments) (Europe) BS 6658-85 Type A/FR (Britain) BS 6658 Type A/FR (Britain) SFI 31.1, 31.2, 31.1A or 31.2A (USA)
• Full face helmets must be worn in all open vehicles except the Vintage Rallye. Competitors in open vehicles must wear eye protection at all times whilst the vehicle is competing. Those with glass lenses of any kind are not acceptable. Lenses shall be of a plastic material, with high-impact resistance, satisfactory optical qualities and complying with Australian Standard Specification AS 1609-1981, BS4110Z or equivalent international standard.
• Goggles must be configured so as to minimise the entry of dust into the eye from any angle, and be positively retained by an elastic strap behind the head or helmet. Conventional-style glasses are not acceptable.
• The use of a head restraint (eg. HANS®) in compliance with SFI 38.1 or the recongised standard as requested by Targa Tasmania is highly recommended, subject to it being used and fitted in accordance with the instructions and of the Restraint Manufacturer.
5. Crew Changes
The same crew is required to compete in the nominated vehicle throughout the duration of the event except under the following circumstance; Crew Members may only be changed with the express approval of the organisers under the following provisions:
a) Replacement competitors must meet the criteria of B6 b) Only the originally nominated driver and co-driver/navigator are eligible for awards c) To be eligible for any award the nominated driver and co-driver/navigator must compete for a minimum of 80% of the distance and/or duration
of the event. The Temco Prologue at George Town does not constitute part of the event for this purpose. A fee of $990 is payable per additional crew member. All competitor benefits will apply.
6. Licence Requirements i. Eligible to compete
Any entrant who holds a current AASA National Rally Licence is eligible to compete in the event, subject to the entrant having applied for an invitation to compete, having nominated the driver and co-driver or navigator, having nominated the vehicle with which they will compete, having nominated the competition of the event in which they will compete (refer to A2), having received an official invitation from the organisers to do so, and having paid the prescribed fees.
ii. Competition Licence • The AASA licence for a competitor wishing to drive on any closed road targa stage is a National Rally Licence valid for 2010.
Navigators will also require a National Rally Licence. (Licences in 2010 are included in the entry fee and will be obtained by Octagon for competitors. Licences will be distributed to competitors at documentation.)
• For competitors holding a competition licence issued by the National Sporting Authority (ASN) of a country other than Australia, an AASA National Rally Licence will need to be obtained. (Licences in 2010 are included in the entry fee and will be obtained by Octagon for competitors. Licences will be handed to competitors at documentation.)
iii. Civil Drivers Licence Only holders of a current Australian civil driver’s licence or equivalent licence issued overseas and valid for driving in the state of Tasmania, may drive a vehicle in the event.
iv. Learners or Provisional Civil Drivers Licence Holders of a learner’s or provisional or probationary civil driving licence which reduces the maximum speed at which the vehicle may be legally driven in Tasmania by such person is not eligible to drive on touring stages but may compete on closed road Targa Stages. It is recommended that the driver should have a full civil licence to ensure touring stages can be completed in the allocated time.
v. Driver Experience The fundamental requirement is experience in handling a vehicle at speed and overtaking at speed. The criteria for acceptance is experience gained from:
a) Participation in Targa Tasmania b) Circuit Racing c) Rallying d) Driver Training
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a. Past Participation in Targa Tasmania Any competitor who has driven in Targa Tasmania in the last 3 years in more than 10 targa stages is acceptable. Notwithstanding this however, the organisers reserve the right to review any driver who is consistently involved in any incidents. b. Circuit Racing A competitor who has been involved in circuit racing in the last 4 years is acceptable. This is extended to include hillclimbs and lap dashes. Drivers with Speedway and Go-kart experience may be required to have some experience in circuit racing, hillclimbs or lap dashes. c. Rallying Rally experience at State, National or International level in the past 3 years is acceptable; Club level rallying is not acceptable if the experience is not combined with some other form of the sport (eg: hillclimbs, lap dashes). Participation in such events as Bashes and Touring Road Events is not necessarily acceptable, depending on how many such events the driver has participated in, and the combination of experience with other forms of motorsport. d. Driver Training Course It is strongly recommended that drivers drive their vehicle prior to the event, if possible, under conditions similar to Targa Tasmania stages. All drivers and co-drivers (i.e.: competitors who intend to drive on any targa stages) are required to satisfy the organisers that they have acceptable motor sport driving experience (i.e.: ‘competence’) to participate in the event, or to provide proof of having successfully participated in a recognised advanced driver training course.
7. Entries
Terms and Conditions The terms and conditions are set down in Addendum A of these Supplementary Regulations.
8. Insurance Public Risk Insurance
• The event is covered by Public Risk Insurance arranged and paid for by the organisers as part of the AASA Public Risk Insurance Policy. Details of this cover are available from AASA;
• Crews involved in incidents which result in claims to rectify property damage under this policy are required to pay the insurance excess for each incident which results in damage to property. If the cost is less than the excess, crews are required to pay only the actual cost of rectification. (Note: It is the competitor’s responsibility to report any property damage they cause – no matter how minor – by filling in the property damage form which is included in the road books. Any failure to report or pay for damage as required under these regulations will be referred to AASA with a strong request for disciplinary action to be taken against the competitor by that organisation.)
AASA Insurance and Person to Person Insurance • The total cost of the mandatory AASA insurance cover/permit fee and the Person to Person Insurance levy, which is required under Tasmanian law
by the Motor Accident Insurance Board (MAIB) for the driver, co-driver or navigator (and any additional competitor) is included in the entry fee. • The AASA Personal Accident Insurance Policy provides cover for drivers, co-drivers, navigators, service crew members and authorised officials. Up
to ten service crew members per entry may be registered for personal accident insurance. Each service crew member must sign the appropriate documentation issued by the organisers prior to the commencement of the event (Note: entrants and crew members are advised to study the extent of the cover provided and to make additional insurance arrangements if they wish. AASA provides a Personal Accident Protection Plan which gives cover for 24 hours a day. For details of this Plan contact the AASA Office).
• Competitors are responsible for paying all costs relating to any medical expenses resulting from an accident in the event. Under some circumstances some of these expenses may be reimbursed and competitors should forward details (including receipts) to AASA Office if claiming cover through the AASA insurer. (Note: competitors are strongly advised to ensure that they are covered by an Ambulance Fund. The AASA Personal Accident Insurance provides coverage for $5,000, but the cost of air ambulance transport from Tasmania to the mainland far exceeds this amount).
Vehicle Third Party Insurance • All vehicles must carry third party insurance which is normally issued with the vehicle registration papers. Proof of cover is required to be presented
at documentation; (registration papers or temporary permit) • Where the individual participant is required by law to carry compulsory third party insurance, the AASA Public Liability Policy in this respect is
inoperative, to the extent of such compulsory third party insurance; • The issue of Targa Tasmania vehicle registration plates does not include the provision of vehicle third party insurance during the event; • Owners of vehicles registered in the State of Queensland are required to obtain a special extension of their third party insurance for the period of the
event from their third party insurer. Proof of this third party insurance extension must be presented at documentation; • Vehicles registered in Tasmania are not covered by Tasmanian MAIB third party insurance whilst competing in any part of the event; • Where state law either does not address or specifically excludes compulsory third party insurance, then the individual liability of the participant is
covered by the AASA Public Liability Policy (subject at all times to the AASA Public Liability Policy’s conditions, limitations, exclusions and deductibles where applicable).
Vehicle Third Party Property / Comprehensive Insurance • Vehicle third party property insurance and / or comprehensive insurance is the sole responsibility of the entrant.
Other Compulsory Insurance • Competitors are responsible for paying the cost of any other compulsory insurance required by AASA or the Tasmanian Government. If any such
cover is required, competitors will be advised in a bulletin.
9. Crew Briefings a. Compulsory Crew Briefing
The Official Crew briefing for the Competition, Rookie Rallye and the Vintage Rallye will be held on Monday 26 April 2010 at the Silverdome at 5.00pm. It is compulsory for all crew members to attend the briefing.
b. First-timers Question Session A first time crew briefing will be held on Monday 26 April 2010 at the Silverdome at 4.00pm. Attendance is compulsory for all drivers, co-drivers and navigators who are competing in the event for the first time as well as all Rookie Rallye Competitors only.
c. Compulsory Tour Briefing The Official Tour Briefing will be held on Monday 26 April 2010 in the Links Restaurant at the Country Club at 12.30pm. It is compulsory for all crew members to attend the briefing.
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d. Non-attendance at briefings Crews must be scanned in at each briefing they attend. Crews not attending required briefings shall be referred to the Clerk of Course who will impose a penalty of up to exclusion unless extraordinary circumstances are found to exist. Where such penalties are applied and the organisers are required to provide an additional briefing, an additional fee of $110 per competitor shall apply.
10. Recommended Equipment
• Re-settable odometer A supplementary re-settable odometer which registers in kilometres and tenths of kilometres, or a mechanical (eg. Halda) or electronic (eg.
Terratrip) distance recorder may be fitted to the vehicle. • Protection from Stone Chips It is recommended that competitors attach a layer of rubber to the underside of the vehicle's wheel arches in order to prevent "reverse pitting"
from loose stones. Wetsuit material is ideal for this purpose. • Under Body Protection The fitting of under body protection is authorised, provided that this really is protection which respects the ground clearance, which is
removable and which is designed exclusively and specifically in order to provide protection to under body parts. • Protective Headlamp Covers Protective headlamp covers may be fitted provided that their only function is to cover the glass and they have no influence on the vehicle’s
aerodynamics.
SECTION C - DOCUMENTATION AND SCRUTINY 1. Documentation
Documentation will be carried out at The Silverdome, Prospect between 8am and 5pm on Sunday 25 April and 8am and 4pm on Monday 26 April 2010. Documents relating to competitors and vehicles will be checked at this location as well as issue of Door Panels, Number Plates, Road Books, Function Tickets and Service Crew Packs. Ensure you bring your AASA Competition Licence (if you have one), Civil Drivers Licence, Vehicle Passport and Registration Papers. Crews are required to attend documentation prior to attending scrutiny.
2. Entry A crew will not pass documentation until all fees are paid to the satisfaction of the organisers.
3. Pre Event Safety Inspection There is no compulsory Pre-Event Safety Inspection. Competitors who wish to have their vehicle checked prior to the event should contact Chief Scrutineer Glynn Shevels - 0419341493 to arrange a time for this to be done. The cost of this inspection is to be paid by the competitor directly to the inspecting Scrutineer. A pre-event safety inspection will allow the vehicle access to the Express Scrutiny Lane at the Silverdome.
4. Pre-Start Scrutiny Vehicles must be presented in a ready to start condition with all compulsory equipment on board, including safety helmets, driving suits and all other apparel on either Sunday 25 April or Monday 26 April 2010 at The Silverdome, Launceston. Crews are required to report to pre-start Scrutiny at their allocated scrutiny time as communicated. Failure to report on time may result in an additional fee of $110, unless alternative arrangements are made with the organisers. If a vehicle is found not to correspond with details provided by the entrant on the entry form and or the vehicle technical specification, or otherwise fails to meet the eligibility requirements, the vehicle may be transferred to another class and/or category or denied permission to start in the event. After scrutiny has been completed the vehicle will be required to be placed in parc ferme in the Silverdome and will not be available for removal until the commencement of Leg 0.
5. Technical Check • The technical check may be carried out at the Silverdome or at any other time. • The technical conformity of the vehicle is the responsibility of the entrant. • The competitor is responsible for the technical conformity of the vehicle at all times during the event. • The fact of presenting a vehicle for scrutineering in a particular group or class is an implicit statement of conformity. • If during a technical examination, an anomaly is detected, the competitor will be advised of the outcome
6. Ineligible Vehicles
If at pre-start scrutiny, the vehicle is found not to conform to the technical specifications on the application form, or does not conform to the relevant eligibility regulations, one of the following will occur:-
• The vehicle is to be altered to conform. • The vehicle will be reclassified into another class where possible or moved into the Demonstration Category. • Upon advice of the Chief Scrutineer or Technical Manager, the Clerk of Course will issue a warning to the competitor and set a deadline by
which the vehicle must be made to conform. • The competitor maybe excluded or subject to other action taken by the Clerk of Course.
If the Technical Manager and/or the Chief Scrutineer determines that a minor deficiency will not affect safety and will not provide the competitor with a significant competitive advantage over the other competitors, the vehicle may be permitted to compete in the most suitable category and remain eligible for awards, but will be prohibited from competing in future events if the deficiency has not be corrected.
7. Marking or Stamping Components may be marked, stamped or sealed at scrutiny and may be checked at any time during the event or at the end of the event. It is the responsibility of the crew of the vehicle to ensure that all identifying marks remain intact. In the absence of such marks, or if they have been tampered with or retouched, the crew is liable to a penalty of up to and including exclusion from the event.
8. Failure to Pass Pre Start Scrutiny Should a vehicle fail to pass pre-start scrutiny when presented it must be re-presented at a time decided by the Chief Scrutineer.
9. Inappropriate Appearance or Condition If a vehicle is deemed by the organisers to be of an appearance or condition inappropriate to the standards of the event, the entrant will be denied permission to start in the event unless the deficiencies are rectified.
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10. During Event Checks Scrutiny of vehicles for conformity to these regulations may be carried out at any time at the discretion of the organisers. Scrutineers may inspect vehicles for technical compliance, weight, tyre condition and safety at any time. Any direction for work is to be carried out on the vehicle, will be in writing from the Scrutineer. Any such work must be completed to the satisfaction of the Scrutineer. The vehicle may then be allowed to continue.
11. Re-Start Check If a vehicle foregoes the competition for the remainder of any leg it must be checked by the Chief Scrutineer (Glynn Shevels – 0419341493) before restarting in the competition.
12. Recognition Papers Competitors are required to produce the appropriate vehicle recognition documents (eg. homologation papers; workshop manuals; sales brochures, etc.) to be checked against the vehicle should this be necessary at pre-start and post-event scrutiny. Failure to produce these documents may lead to a penalty of up to exclusion being applied by the Clerk of Course.
13. Post Event Scrutineering a. Rookie Rallye - Post event scrutiny will commence from the time the first vehicle has been placed in parc ferme. b. All Competitions - Post event scrutiny will commence from the time the first vehicle has been placed in parc ferme.
•••• If, at post event scrutiny or as the result of a protest from another competitor the vehicle is found not to conform to the relevant eligibility regulations, or to the vehicle technical specifications supplied on the application form, the competitor may be excluded.
•••• Competitors are required to have present at Post-Event Scrutiny a person with the appropriate equipment who is capable of dismantling and re-assembling the vehicle.
SECTION D - VEHICLE TECHNICAL AND SAFETY
Definitions • Ancillary Item
Ancillary items are deemed to be as follows; starter motor, alternator, power steering pump, air conditioning compressor, generator and emissions air pump.
• Vehicle A land vehicle propelled by its own means, running on at least four wheels not aligned, which are designed to be in contact with the ground. The steering must be ensued by at least two of the wheels, and the propulsion by at least two of the wheels.
• Elastomeric bushing A flexible coupling between two rigid structures that provides limited radial and axial freedom of movement.
• Identical A component will be considered as being “mechanically identical” if it performs exclusively the original function/s in the same manner as foreseen by the manufacturer and it permits the attachment of any secondary components in the original manner and without modification of those components. In addition, for the purposes of these regulations, the material and dimensions of the component must be equivalent to the original.
• Modern Replica A vehicle which has been constructed as a replica of a period vehicle, but which employs any modern mechanical components and or materials.
• Muffler A muffler is a section of the exhaust system that must reduce the exhaust noise level of the vehicle.
• Original A component which is the one originally fitted.
• Reproduction A vehicle constructed at any time in the likeness of another vehicle using major components, engine, chassis, transmission, axles and suspension of that or a similar vehicle from the period being represented. The vehicle must replicate the period specification and appearance. Technical updating is not permitted, and will result in the vehicle being treated as a contemporary vehicle. The vehicle being represented must be at least a two seater and have been made in significant numbers. The eligibility of such vehicles will be entirely at the discretion of the organisers. Such vehicles will comply with all relevant contemporary safety provisions.
• Recognised Model A model which the organisers at their sole discretion, recognises as a model of vehicle produced by a manufacturer in a given specification. If this cannot be established to the organiser’s satisfaction, the vehicle will be allowed to compete in the Demonstration Category.
• Reconditioning To repair or restore to good or close to original condition, with no mechanical or performance advantage over its original condition.
• Registration in the country of origin Means the ability for a vehicle to be registered in the country in which it was first manufactured and/or released.
• Rotary Engines Rotary engines will be deemed to be engines with rotary rather than reciprocating motion of the compressing medium. A rotary engine will be defined as the rotor housings, intermediate and end plates and the eccentric crank shaft.
• Standard Specification As originally supplied from the manufacturer, including allowable production tolerances.
• Suspension Pick Up Points A bracket, lug or similar mechanical component attached to, or integral with, the fully sprung part of an vehicle to which is attached a partially unsprung suspension component, and about which such suspension component moves through an arc or solid angle consequential to normal suspension travel.
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GENERAL REGULATIONS FOR ALL VEHICLES IN ALL COMPETITIONS 1. Compulsory Vehicle Passport
The production of a properly entered vehicle passport issued by the AASA is required for all vehicles entered in the event. The Passport number must be recorded on the Vehicle Identity Form. Failure to present such passport when the relevant vehicle is presented for documentation and scrutiny may cause it to be denied permission to start the event. In 2010, all new vehicle applications will be supplied with an AASA Passport by the organisers. These will be available for collection at Documentation.
2. Authority to Enter Vehicle Vehicles may be entered only by the bona-fide (i.e the registered) owner of the vehicle; the Entrant.
3. Eligible Vehicles
All vehicles must have at least two seats and have been capable of achieving road registration when first released. 4. Technical Regulations
The Technical Regulations are based on the principle that modifications to the vehicle or its components other than those specified below are forbidden. 5. Roadworthiness and Eligibility of Vehicle
It is the responsibility of the entrant to ensure that at all times the vehicle conforms to eligibility requirements. Left hand drive vehicles are required to be fitted with a sign at the rear of the vehicle stating ‘LEFT HAND DRIVE’ with letters of at least 120mm high. If a right hand version of a particular model is not made by the factory, the conversion must follow the original configuration, except Showroom.
6. Technical Specification
To be classified the entrant must fully complete the ‘Vehicle Technical Specification’ section on the application form. Should any detail be altered, such alteration must be notified in writing to the organisers who reserve the right to right to reclassify the vehicle.
7. Recognition Papers
The motor sport bodies may produce recognition papers which will define the specification of a given model, and if such papers have been produced they must be presented at scrutiny by the competitor. Irrespective of the parts for which the present article lays down freedom of modification, the original mechanical parts necessary for the propulsion as well as all accessories necessary for their normal functioning, having undergone the normal machining operations laid down by the manufacturer for production may be subjected to all tuning operations through finishing, scraping but not replacement; provided that the origin of the series production part may always be established, its shape may be ground, balanced, adjusted, reduced or modified through machining. However, the modifications permitted by the above paragraph are allowed on condition that the weights and dimensions mentioned on the homologation form, recognition documents, manufacturers manual &/or published specifications and workshop manuals are respected.
8. Vehicle Classes Lists
A vehicles class will be displayed on the competitors profile page on the website (with details taken from Vehicle Technical Specification) from acceptance of entry. Competitors may report any apparent anomalies with a vehicles class up until the start of pre-start scrutiny to the Event Manager- Helen Coad. An Interim List of Classes will be posted on the Official Notice Board at 7.00pm on Monday 26 April 2010 for competitors to report any anomalies to the Clerk of Course via a CRO. A Provisional list of classes will be posted at 8.30pm on Tuesday 27 April 2010, and competitors will then have one hour in which to report any anomalies to the Clerk of Course via a CRO. Any changes will be posted on the Official Notice Board.
9. Amalgamate Classes
The organisers reserve the right to amalgamate classes if there are fewer than three vehicles in a class at the time of the posting of the Provisional List of Classes.
10. Unregistered Vehicles
Unregistered vehicles which are invited to compete in the event, may be road registered for a 28 day period by applying to the Tasmanian Registrar of Motor Vehicles. Full details of conditions, application forms, and fees are available online at:
• http://www.transport.tas.gov.au/registration_information/index.html http://www.transport.tas.gov.au/registration_forms/shortunregpermit.html
11. Transponders
Timing Transponders may be put on the vehicle during pre-start scrutiny. They are to be put where the timing staff attach them and are not to be removed or relocated without the express permission of the Clerk of Course. Failure to comply will results in a minimum $200 fine.
12. Modifications
The limits of the modifications allowed are specified hereinafter. Apart from these, any part worn through use or damage can only be replaced by an original part identical to the damaged one, and then only in accordance with the definition of reconditioning. All vehicles must be identifiable by the homologation form data inclusive of Group N Variant Options or the manufacturers published specifications.
13. Bodywork (except Showroom)
All body work must remain original. Unless freedoms otherwise stated in these rules. The fitting of under body protections is authorised, provided that these are removable and which are designed exclusively and specifically in order to protect the following parts: engine, radiator, suspension, gearbox, fuel tank, transmission, exhaust.
14. Spoilers and Skirts (except Showroom)
Aerodynamic aids must be as originally fitted to the vehicle in production however front spoilers, rear spoilers and side skirts may be made from alternative materials but must retain the exact original shape and dimension. Original fittings must be used.
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15. Rotary Port Modifications (except Showroom) Mild/extended porting will be defined as the manufacturers original induction port(s) per end/intermediate plate, per rotor, extended beyond the original induction port size and shape; save that it may not extend beyond the region traversed by the original rotor seal, the size and shape of such a port is free. Peripheral porting is defined as a port on a rotary engine allowing the passage of gasses through the periphery of the rotor housing. Bridge porting shall be defined as where the induction is accomplished utilising an additional induction port per end/intermediate plate, per rotor, but not extending beyond the original outer edge of the inner water seal. Any bridged induction port that is extended radially beyond the original outer edge of the inner water seal is, for the purposes of these regulations, considered to be a peripheral port.
16. Engine Changes
Engines may be changed during the event, upon application to the Clerk of Course and the acceptance of the change. The replacement engine must be identical in every way.
•••• A single engine change is allowable, with the approval of the Clerk of Course. A second engine change will see a 5 minute penalty applied. •••• All engine changes may only take place with the written permission of the Clerk of Course and under the scrutineer’s supervision.
17. Anti Roll Bars (except Showroom)
Anti-roll bars and attachments are free; save that they may not be adjustable from the crew compartment. Vehicles fitted with existing cockpit adjustable sway bars shall have either the adjustment system sealed or the actuating rods removed (except Classic MS). In the case of oil-pneumatic suspensions, the spheres may be changed in regard to their dimensions, shape and material, but not the number. A tap, adjustable from outside the vehicle, may be fitted to the spheres.
18. Torsion Bars (except Showroom)
The diameter and their mounting spline is free. 19. Engine and Exhaust Insulation
Insulation materials may be used to cover wires, mechanical parts, exhaust systems, turbo, fuel tanks and the crew’s cabin area. This material must not be visible when the vehicle is a normal stationery position. The insulation must not add to the structural strength of the vehicle in any way.
20. Exhaust
The original exhaust in normally aspirated vehicles may be replaced from the engine block. The manifold must not be altered (except Classic). The original exhaust in forced induction vehicles may be replaced from the turbo outlet. The outside diameter of all downstream pipes may only be the following percentage dimensions over sized to the original exhaust pipes:
• Showroom 2% • All Modern SS 5% • All Modern LMS 10% • All Modern MS 30% • All Classic 50%
The exhaust pipe must exit beyond the B Pillar. Additional parts for the mounting of the exhaust are authorised. The modified exhaust system must respect the laws of Tasmania with regards to noise levels.
21. Cylinder Head Gasket
The material is free, but the thickness must not exceed the manufacturers reconditioning tolerances. 22. Oil Leaks / Spillage
If an official requests repairs to a vehicle to prevent or eliminate oil leaks or spillage, such repairs must be carried out to the satisfaction of the Chief Scrutineer. If a vehicle continues to leak or spill oil the vehicle may be refused permission to continue or such other position as is determined by the Clerk of Course. The Stage Director is empowered to prevent a vehicle from starting a stage until a decision is made by the Clerk of Course.
23. Oil Leak Action
If a competitor destroys an engine or gearbox resulting in an oil leak they must immediately pull off the driving line and stop as soon as possible. Caution triangles are then to be shown 50m before the spillage. They are then to safely attempt to spread oil absorbent material where the bulk of the leaked oil has been deposited.
24. Oil Breather (except Showroom)
If the vehicle is fitted with crankcase breather discharging to the atmosphere, there must be fitted to such breather an oil-trap container with a capacity of at least two litres. On vehicles with a closed crankcase ventilation system, it is permitted to disconnect or disable the breather system provided that any open breather outlets on the engine are connected to an oil-trap container, as specified. If there is no discharging to the atmosphere (i.e.: the engine is totally closed) a catch tank is not required to be fitted.
25. Tyres Requirements
All tyres must have a minimum tread depth of 1.5mm at any point on the tread normally in contact with the road other than at tread depth indicators. It is the responsibility of the competitor to ensure that tyres remain in conformance with any civil regulations during touring stages. In all cases, the correctly inflated tyre shall not foul the body, suspension or steering at any point in full movement of these components.
26. Wheel Diameter and Width Variants. • Modern: Wheel diameters may be varied by a maximum of plus or minus 1” and wheel width varied up to 1” from the standard dimensions. • Early Modern & All Classic: Wheel diameters may be varied by a maximum of plus or minus 2” and wheel width varied up to 2” from the standard
dimensions. Classic vehicles may only increase sizes up to maximum of 18 x 9 inches All measurements are plus and minus from the standard wheel sizes not optional wheel dimensions
• Showroom: To facilitate fitment of an appropriate size R specification tyre on wheels, application may be made to the organisers for variation of the standard wheel size and tyre package, providing the wheels are from the manufacturers production model range.
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27. Tyres (except Rookie Rallye)
I. A maximum of six tyres are permitted for use during the event to facilitate vehicles using different rim sizes. These must be marked by the organisers at scrutineering.
II. All Classic Vehicles & Modern Two Wheel Drive Vehicles Over 1100kg- Only four of these tyres may be used up until the beginning of Leg 4 however should a tyre puncture or be damaged, one only marked tyre may replace one only damaged tyre without penalty at the combined discreation of both the Clerk of Course and the Chief Scrutineer. The damaged tyre will be retained by the organisers to prevent further use. Use of the second spare tyre prior to Leg 4 will result in a 2 minute penalty. The new tyre/s may be placed on the vehicle at the conclusion of Leg 3 and rotation of all available marked tyres is allowed after the beginning of Leg 4.
III. All Four Wheel Drive Vehicles & Modern Two Wheel Drive Vehicles Under 1100kg- Only four of these tyres may be used up until the beginning of Leg 5 however should a tyre puncture or be damaged, one only marked tyre may replace one only damaged tyre without penalty at the combined discreation of both the Clerk of Course and the Chief Scrutineer. The damaged tyre will be retained by the organisers to prevent further use. Use of the second spare tyre prior to Leg 5 will result in a 2 minute penalty. The new tyre/s may be placed on the vehicle at the conclusion of Leg 4 and rotation of all available marked tyres is allowed after the beginning of Leg 5.
IV. The damaged marked tyre must be handed over to the Chief Scrutineer before 7.00pm at the end of the Leg where the change occurred. If not, a 2 minute penalty will apply.
V. It is absolutely prohibited for a competing vehicle to use or carry unmarked tyres at any time and any breach of this regulation will result in a penalty of EXCLUSION or any other penalty the Clerk of Course may impose.
VI. Four tyres with the organisers' marking will be used on the competing vehicle and the other 2 tyres may be carried as spares in the competing vehicle or may be transported by other means.
VII. Athough it is the responsibility of the competitor to ensure that the tyres are safe to use at all times during the competition, the scrutineer may at any time require the competitor to change tyres. A 2 minute per tyre penalty will apply if applicable.
28. Tyre Warmers
The use of tyre warmers or any artificial method of pre-warming tyres is not permitted. 29. Tyre Size Requirements
Tyre fitment shall be in accordance with the Tyre and Rim Association Manual or with the organiser’s approval. Tread wear indicators as provided by the tyre manufacturer shall be the definitive indicator of tread depth.
30. Valve Caps / Control Valves
Each tyre valve shall be fitted with a cap which effectively prevents leakage in use. Caps with a data acquisition facility may be used but tyre pressure control valves are forbidden.
31. Tyre Grooving
It is not permitted to use tyres that have been grooved or re-grooved after manufacture. 32. Tyre Manufacturers Marking
Tyres should be marked with numbers and lettering providing information about aspect ratio, speed rating and load carrying capacity.
33. Prohibited Tyres
The organisers reserve the right to prohibit the use of specific tyres at any time. Studded and slick are prohibited. Tyres must be legal for road use. Any tyres marked “not for highway use”, “for racing use only” or similar are not permitted. All enquiries regarding suitable tyres are to be directed to the Event Manager- Sales & Marketing: Helen Coad Tel: 03 6221 8866
34. Carriage of Spare Wheels / Tyres
The spare wheels and tyres fitted may be secured in the boot space, inside the driving compartment and/or on the boot lid (except Showroom): • On condition that they are firmly secured. • Must not protrude into the space reserved for the driver and the front seat passenger. • The rearward vision must not be obstructed. • The fitting devices must satisfy the Chief Scrutineer as to safety and suitability.
35. Rim Profile / Inner Tubes
Any tyre fitted to a rim without rim profile must be fitted with an inner tube. 36. Wheel Spacers
A maximum of one metallic spacer may be used behind each wheel. The use of these must not place any part of the tyre outside the wheel arch when the wheels are pointing forward.
37. Brakes (except Showroom)
With the exception of ABS systems, which can only be used on vehicles that have an ABS system fitted by the manufacturer when new, the complete braking system is free. Cooling ducts may be added, but these must be visually acceptable and not require modification of the coachwork. Modifications to allow fitment of a hydraulic brake, pedal boxes and dual master cylinders are permitted.
38. Additional Oil / Brake Cooling Additional air intakes for oil or brake cooling (apart from those fitted outside the bodywork) may only be fitted using original apertures in the bodywork. It is permitted to remove auxiliary lights or blanking plates and use these apertures for cooling ducts.
39. Fasteners Replacements
Throughout all vehicle, any nut, bolt, clamp or screw may be replaced by any other nut, any other bolt, any other clamp or any other screw and have any kind of locking device (washer, lock nut etc.) and clamps.
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40. Addition of Material and Parts
Any addition of material or parts is forbidden unless it is specified or required by an article in these regulations. Any material removed is not to be reused. Restoration of body shape and chassis geometry, following accidental damage, is permissible by the addition of the materials necessary to effect the repairs (body filler, weld, metal, tape etc); other parts which are worn or damaged are not to be repaired by the addition or attaching of material unless an article in these regulations allows appropriate freedom.
41. Chassis / Sub-frame / Monocoque
The chassis, sub-frames and any monocoque structure may be prepared to Group N specification and must be otherwise standard except for any modifications to the body shell in the immediate area which may be necessary to permit the fitment of a replacement seat or specified safety equipment. No part of the modified bodywork may extend any lower than the surrounding bodywork.
42. Fuel Pumps and Hoses (except Showroom)
Fuel pumps and hoses are free. 43. Tinted Windows
Tinted windows are permitted in accordance with Tasmanian vehicle regulations. 44. Rear View Mirror (except Showroom)
At least one rear vision mirror, with a reflecting surface of at least 50 square centimetres (or 8 centimetres diameter if round), must be fitted to the vehicle and must provide an unobstructed view to the rear of the vehicle. Historic vehicles are required to be fitted with a rear vision mirror for use by the navigator.
45. Battery Location (except Showroom)
The battery may be replaced and or relocated to any position, provided that it is located within an appropriate battery box and securely mounted. If mounted in the cockpit, it must be behind the front seat and of dry cell in construction. A blue triangle of sides 150mm indicating the location of the battery must be placed on the vehicle.
46. Battery Isolation Switch
It is advisable that all vehicles be equipped with a battery isolation (master) switch, which effectively isolates all electrical circuits from the battery and stops the engine. It should be capable of being operated by the seated driver. There should also be a second switch, or a remote means of operating the main switch which can be operated from outside the vehicle. This shall be in the vicinity of the A pillar on the driver’s side. For vehicles without an A pillar, the switch should be in a comparable position. This external switch, or remote activation, must be clearly marked by a symbol showing a red spark in a white edged blue triangle.
47. Electrical System
The wiring and electrical connectors, switches, fuses and circuit breakers, starting, ignition and generating systems are free. A panel incorporating additional/replacement switches and/or circuit breakers may be added.
48. Spark Plugs
The make and type of spark plugs and high-tension leads are free. 49. Cables, Lines and Electrical Protection
Fuel and oil lines and brake cables must be protected externally against any risk of deterioration (stones, corrosion, mechanical breakages, etc). Such protection shall not add to the structural strength of the vehicle. If the production fitting is retained, no additional protection is necessary.
50. Electronic Control Unit (ECU)
The electronic engine control unit (ECU) and (PCM) may be replaced, reflashed or intercepted (piggybacked). The wiring loom to the ECU may be modified within the last 100 mm of the plug for the sole purpose of modifying the ECU. Provision must be made to remove any interceptor or replacement unit and reinstall the original ECU without rewiring. All sensors including fuel injection and ignition system components must otherwise remain as standard. Outputs from the ECU must retain the original functions in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications. Boost levels on forced induction vehicles is unrestricted. Additional sensors for the use of data logging are allowed.
51. Fuel Injection (except Showroom & Modern SS)
Fuel injectors and fuel pressure regulators are free for vehicles originally fitted with fuel injection. 52. Forced Induction Pipes / Air Box and Hoses (except Showroom)
The pipes and hoses between the air box, charging device, intercooler and the manifold are free providing that the diameter does not exceed 80mm, unless greater standard. The location, size and material of the intercooler is free, but fitment must be visually acceptable to organisers, use only the original bodywork apertures and core dimensions shall not exceed 600 x 300 x 80mm, unless greater standard. Front bars / bodywork cannot be visually altered to allow fitment of an intercooler.
53. Fuel Tanks (except Showroom)
Fuel tanks may be modified or replaced, but must be of safe design. A replacement tank may be fitted and located in the same area of the standard tanks location. FT3 fuel tanks are recommended. If an FT3 fuel tank is being utilised, a minimum amount of local modification may be made to the boot space interior to ensure an appropriate fit. An additional fuel pump may be installed and fuel lines may be modified to suit. Where a replacement tank has been fitted with access to the cabin space it must be fully sealed from the cabin space occupied by the crew. The shield must fit neatly to the contour of the interior surface of the vehicle. Alternatively a fireproof and liquid-proof case can be made to surround the fuel tank and its filler holes. An auxiliary fuel pump, to enable transfer of fuel to a swirl pot if required, is permitted. Replacement or additional fuel lines must be changed for aviation type lines if an FT3 tank is used with the route of these lines being free. Should a series production tank be used, the use of such lines is optional. The filler holes must not be located in the windows or boot lid panels. In Showroom the original filler hole must be used. The total capacity allowed for any tank is 120 litres.
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54. Fuel Requirements a) Early Modern & Modern: A maximum of 98 RON unleaded fuel or CSR E85 Ethanol Blend fuel can be used. If using unleaded fuel, ANY
offence for exceeding the 98 RON maximum- EXCLUSION. b) Classic & Vintage: Any commercially available unleaded fuel or CSR E85 Ethanol Blend fuel can be used. c) Showroom/Rookie Rallye: A maximum of 98 RON unleaded fuel can be used. ANY offence for exceeding the 98 maximum- EXCLUSION.
• The use of CSR E85 is only permitted using fuel purchased from the organisers- contact Helen Coad on (03) 6221 8866 for further details & orders. • A $500 fine will be imposed if competitors are found to be using CSR E85 not purchased from the organisers. • The Fuel Testing Team is deemed to be a Judge of Fact.
55. Fuel Samples
ALL Modern Category (7, 8 & 9) vehicles must be fitted for testing with a Goodridge G-Link quick disconnect coupling (part no, GQD08PP06F), which can be purchased from Competition Friction (02) 6226 8877. When asked by an official for a fuel sample the vehicle will be parked as directed and is not permitted to be moved or be started from that point until the sample is taken. The Fuel Testing Team is deemed to be a Judge of Fact. Any breach of this rule will result in a penalty of up to and including EXCLUSION.
56. Carrying Fuel
The carriage of fuel in containers that are not part of the piped fuel system is prohibited, regardless of the vehicle construction. 57. Protected Fuel Lines (except Showroom)
All fuel lines passing through the cabin area must be protected, covered by a metal shield or enclosed in a metal tube and must not have any joins. 58. Extendible Straps
Extendible straps (eg: ‘Octopus’ straps) must not be used to hold down objects of more than 2kg mass inside the vehicle. 59. Cameras
Cameras and video recorders may be fitted to vehicles competing in Targa Tasmania. These must be fitted in a safe manner. The Chief Scrutineer will be deemed a Judge of Fact on the approval of any fitting inside the cabin and must be fitted and approved at pre event scrutiny.
60. Towing Eyes
To facilitate the ease of recovery of a vehicle, towing eyes shall be fitted complying with the following: • have an internal diameter of at least 40mm; • are fitted forward of the front axle and rearwards of the rear axle; • are clearly visible in yellow, orange or red, the chosen colour being in contrast to the colour of the body work. • tow hooks provided by the manufacturer of the car as a standard fitment may be utilised. 61. Air Bags
For competitors safety, It is STRONGLY recommended that vehicles fitted with SRS (airbags) be disconnected, deactivated or removed. 62. Anti-Lock Brakes
Vehicles fitted with ABS (anti-lock brake systems) and other electronic driver aids may have these disconnected. 63. Steering Wheel
The steering wheel may be replaced by another, providing that it is not made of wood and complies with all relevant civil regulations. 64. Power Steering (except Showroom 4WD)
A power steering fluid cooling system is permitted. Four Wheel Steering systems may be disabled. 65. Pedals
Pads on brake, clutch and accelerator pedals are free. 66. Air Filter (except Showroom)
Replacement air filter cartridges are free subject to them being identical in every size and able to fit the original housing without modification to the housing. 67. Interior (except Showroom)
So long as they have no effect on the vehicle’s behaviour and that they do not influence, even in a secondary manner the efficiency of the engine, steering, strength, transmission, braking, or road holding the following are free;
• The addition of navigation instruments measuring instruments, counters etc and their fittings • Accessories are free • Modifications required to comply with safety requirements • Door panels may be relined without armrests however window and door openers must be retained (except Showroom) • Additional interior brackets, panels, switch panels and other similar fitments are free (except Showroom) • The rear seat in all vehicles may be removed only if to permit the fitment of rollover protection • Carpets and roof lining may be removed (except Showroom) • The luggage compartment cover in hatchback design vehicles may be removed • An additional horn and horn buttons may be added • Additional compartments may be added to the glove box and doors • Apart from this list the interior must remain unchanged 68. Steering / Side Change (except Showroom)
Reversal of the driving side is permitted, on the condition that the modified vehicle utilises parts foreseen by the manufacturer for such conversion for the model in question or conversions, must retain the original steering type (rack and pinion etc), steering ratio, and the original steering configuration and be accompanied by an engineer’s certificate signed by an accredited engineer accepted by an Australian road authority and approved by the organisers.
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69. Seats Replacement front seats must be from a recognised seat manufacturer. The material from which seats are manufactured is free. It is the responsibility of the competitor to ensure seat mountings are engineered with adequate strength to withstand the forces that may be experienced during competition.
70. Seatbelts / Harnesses
Four, Five or Six point harnesses (crutch strap highly recommended) 8853/98, 8853-1985, SFI16.1, AS2596, ECER16 or a standard recognised by Targa Tasmania must be worn at all times when the vehicle is moving (except The Tour where normal sash belts are allowed). International crew vehicles must be fitted with harnesses as above. There is no age limit on harness's however the scrutineers may require replacement seat belts if they are not in good condition. Five and Six point harnesses must be securely mounted on at least 4 points. If the two shoulder straps join prior to a common mounting point then that junction shall be at least 150mm behind the wearer’s neck. In all cases of mounting the following must be observed:
• Some or all of the original vehicle seat belt mounting points may be satisfactory to use. Where the original seat belts are affixed to the seat, such mounting points may be used only where the original unmodified mounting points on the seat are retained.
• When the original mounting points are not used, additional floor mounting points must be reinforced with a 3mm steel plate of at least 75mm x 50mm on the underside of the body.
• Harnesses rear mounting points must be to a substantial part of the vehicle’s structure, reinforced as for floor mounts above, or to the ROPS. • Under no circumstances may a safety harness mounting bolt be used to affix a ROPS to the bodyshell. • Harnesses or seat belts of cars involved in any accident must be inspected by a scrutineer. If appropriate, the vehicle passport shall be endorsed
with a requirement that the belts be replaced. The scrutineer at the car’s next meeting must satisfy himself that the replacement has been made. 71. Modifications During the Event
If during the event, running repairs are made to a vehicle the effect of which may render the vehicle ineligible for the division, category or class in which it started, the vehicle shall be presented to the Chief Scrutineer for inspection prior recommencing. If the vehicle is found to be ineligible it must be made eligible, or it may be removed from all classifications and shall be eligible for a Targa trophy classification only.
72. Headlamps
Effective headlamps must be fitted to the vehicle. Two identical headlamps must be constantly illuminated on the Prologue and all Targa stages. A competitor failing to comply may be prevented from starting a stage. Vehicles with standard retractable headlamps may be fitted with at least two auxiliary lights, which must be fitted securely and to a standard approved by the organisers. When illuminated these lights must be visible to at least the same extent as the vehicle’s standard headlamps on low beam in daylight. Only low beam headlamps and fog lamps may remain alight when low beam is selected. Any additional headlamps must be wired through the high beam circuit so that they extinguish once low beam is selected. All lamps must comply with the Government regulations in the state or territory of registration. Existing lamps may be removed or replaced by other units provided their position remains unchanged.
73. Fire Extinguishers
Each vehicle is required to carry hand held fire extinguishers which must meet the following criteria: • The extinguisher must be: AFFF, Dry Powder or an extinguisher recognised by the organisers • The minimum capacity of the total of the extinguishers must not be less than Litres 2.4: Pressure 12.0 bar Weight 2.0kg AS1841.5 • Each AFFF extinguisher must be equipped with a means of checking the pressure of its contents • The capacity, type, weight or volume, date of replacement or check must be visible on each extinguisher • All international vehicles must comply with a standard recognised by Targa Tasmania • An inspection must be carried out by scrutineers prior to competition • It is the competitor’s responsibility to provide evidence that the required three- and six- yearly services have been undertaken 74. Oil Absorbent Material
Competitors are required to carry in the vehicle a 1kg bag of environmentally friendly, 100% organic, non-leaching, biodegradable oil absorbent material (this may be Kitty Litter) or 500g of specialist absorbent material.
75. First Aid Kits
All vehicles are required to carry on board a weatherproof emergency first aid kit, which can be easily accessed, containing at least the following. Theses items may be purchased as a kit from Barrie Smith Motorsport. It is highly recommended that all competitors should undertake a first aid training course.
76. OK / SOS Signs
Each vehicle is required to carry an OK / SOS sign on board at all times. These will be supplied as part of the Road Books.
77. Reflective Warning Triangles At least two red reflective triangles, with sides at least 300mm in length, must be carried in the vehicle at all times while competing. Immediately after the vehicle has stopped in a Targa stage for any reason (including a minor breakdown), one triangle must be placed approximately 100m and the second triangle approximately 50m prior to the vehicle. Failure to place triangles as described will result in a penalty up to EXCLUSION being applied by the Clerk of Course.
2 x extra large universal accident dressings 2 x large open weave bandages 2 x medium open weave bandages
1 x pair dressing scissors 1 x roll adhesive tape 6 x safety pins 1 x large burn dressing with a non-adhesive surface 1 x thermo accident blanket 2 x medium combination pads 6 x adhesive plaster strips 1 x triangular bandage 2 x sterile eye pads 1 x first aid manual
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78. Throttle Return Excepting fly by wire systems, on each throttle, whether butterfly, slide or other type, there must be fitted a return mechanism which, in the event of the throttle becoming detached, will in all cases return each throttle to the closed position.
79. Windscreen
A laminated glass windscreen must be fitted to the vehicle. 80. Rollover Protection
Rollover Protection must be of a standard recognised by motor sport bodies worldwide. 81. Bonnet Restraints
Each vehicle must have at least two independent fastening systems, of adequate strength and limited extensibility, which simultaneously hold the bonnet closed. 82. Cooling System
The thermostat is free as is the control system and the temperature at which the fan starts to operate. Locking system for the radiator cap is free. 83. Sump / Oil Filter (except Showroom)
The removable section of the sump maybe modified to increase capacity and internal baffles may be fitted. Sump pickups maybe modified to allow for modified sump depth. The oil filter element/cartridge/s is free, providing the cartridge fits without modification and does not perform any function other than filtering the oil.
84. Engine Mounts (except Showroom)
The material of the elastic part of the engine mountings is free. 85. Cylinder Head Gasket (except Showroom)
The material is free, but the thickness must remain standard. 86. Manufacturers Options (except Showroom)
Manufacturer options may be fitted to vehicles subject to the approval of organisers in writing prior to pre event scrutineering. The onus is at all times on the competitor to provide proof that each component is in fact a genuine option, and if this cannot be provided, the Technical Manager or Chief Scrutineer may either request that the component be removed prior to the start of the event or otherwise instigate a charge.
COMPETITION SPECIFIC REGULATIONS
• The following regulations are to be read in conjunction with the General Regulations. • Any regulation listed below will supersede the General Regulation in all cases of duplication.
SHOWROOM - SR SR1. Eligibility
Only modifications to the vehicle specified within these regulations are permitted, all other modifications are forbidden. Factory options and homologated components are not permitted except where these regulations provide specific tolerance. Consumable service parts may only be replaced with genuine parts, or non-genuine parts that are identical. If a suitable part is not available, application maybe made to the organisers for substitution of that part. Upon request the entrant must produce the organisers with a workshop manual in hardcopy or electronic form within a specified amount of time.
SR2. Classes Petrol A Up to 2500cc B 2501cc to 3500cc C 3501cc to 4500cc D Over 4500cc Diesel
E Up to 2500cc F 2501cc to 3500cc G 3501cc to 4500cc H Over 4500cc
Alternative / Hybrid Engine All capacities
SR3. Air Conditioning The air conditioning core and all parts of the air conditioner on the engine side of the firewall may be removed. No other part of the unit may be removed.
SR4. Diff / Clutch and Fly Wheel
The fly wheel is free providing that the original dimensions are retained and the replacement is of ferrous material. Clutch disc is free, but must retain the original number of friction plates. The differential action is free providing that no external control of the action is possible. The manufacturer original ratio and housing must be retained.
SR.5. Suspension Springs may be replaced by others of the same type. e.g. one coil spring may replace another. The spring rate and height is free. Dampers are free, but must retain and standard style spring seat that is not adjustable. Remote canisters are not permitted unless fitted as standard.
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SR6. Interior A substitute steering wheel is permitted. The standard front seat belts may be removed. Trim maybe modified to comply with the fitment of safety equipment and the addition of navigation instruments. Any interior trim modification resulting exposed interior metal must be covered with material/carpet of like colour to the remaining trim. The rear seat may be modified or removed. If removed the rear seat space must be fitted with material/carpet of like colour to the remaining trim. The luggage compartment cover in hatchback design vehicles may be removed.
SR7. Brakes
The make and compound of brake pad is free. It is permitted to groove standard brake rotors. Rotor dust shields may be removed or adjusted. Cooling ducts may be added, but these must be visually acceptable to the organisers and not require modification to the exterior bodywork, except for removal of fog or secondary driving lights. The pipe used for ducted brake cooling is free but must be visually acceptable to the organisers. Hydraulic handbrake systems may be fitted with localised trim modifications permitted. Hydraulic brakes hoses maybe replaced with braided hydraulic brakes hoses. Alternate brake hose couplings are free.
SR8. Weight The minimum weight must be in accordance with the manufacturers original specifications, provided either by details obtained from the manufacturer confirmation, or sales specifications supplied by the entrant. This weight will be deemed to include all liquid tanks to be at the normal operating levels as foreseen by the vehicle manufacturer. Minimum competition weight will be established by taking the minimum weight as established above.
EARLY MODERN AND MODERN - M M1. General Requirements
Each vehicle will be divided into one of four modification groups: Standard Specification (SS), Limited Modified Specification (LMS), Modified Specification (MS) or Production Rally Specification (PR). The specific requirements for these four modification groups are listed below. Due to the ever increasing levels of performance of modern vehicles, the philosophy of these modern regulations is to allow greater freedoms for vehicles which are demonstrably not as fast as others in their production form. Only those vehicles which have the level of performance deemed appropriate will be permitted the higher level of modifications of LMS and MS. However, those vehicles which are permitted in LMS or MS may be built to a lesser level of modification (e.g. SS), and compete in that category.
M2. Bodywork Alternative materials are permitted for the following panels provided they are of the exact same external shape as the original panel:
• Front mudguards • Nose panel • Boot lid or rear hatch • Bonnet
Original fittings must be retained (e.g. hinges / bonnet locks) The minimum specifications of alternative materials shall be respected:
• Aluminium-1.25mm thick • Fibres/reinforced plastic 3mm thick
M3. Minimum Weight (a) the minimum weight must be in accordance with the organisers imposed minimum or manufacturers original specifications, provided either by details
obtained from recognition papers, workshop manuals or sales specifications (in that order of priority). This weight will be deemed to include all liquid tanks to be at the normal operating levels as foreseen by the vehicle manufacturer.
(b) Minimum competition weight for SS will be established by taking the minimum weight as established in (a). For LMS and MS, the minimum competition weight shall be established by taking the minimum weight as established in (a), less 10%.
(c) For the purposes of confirming weight during the competition, the organisers may refer to the minimum competition weight of the vehicle. (d) It is recommended that fuel not be used for ballast as there could be miscalculation by the crew which could result in the vehicle being underweight
when measured.
M4. Weighing of Vehicles If required, the minimum weight will be checked by weighing the vehicle without persons or luggage on board, measured in accordance with M3 of these regulations. The minimum competition weight must be maintained at all times.
M5. Capacity / Classes SS, LMS & MS
The following capacity classes will be provided:
A up to 2500cc B 2501cc to 3500cc C 3501cc to 4500cc D Over 4500cc
M6. Vehicle Class Structure
This list is not necessarily definitive, and may be subject to addition and or change by the organisers based on production numbers and or performance, via the Technical Committee whose decision is binding.
M7. Most Other Vehicles Because of the number of available vehicles many cars are not listed. This does not eliminate them from competing. If a car is not on the eligibility list, enquires can be made to the Helen Coad on 03 6221 8866 who will advise which category the car will be classified in. The most likely category for other cars not on this list would be MS.
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Vehicle make SS LMS MS SR Alfa Romeo 147 GTA, GT V6, GTV V6, 156 GTA 147 GTA, GT V6, 156 GTA
Aston Martin Vantage S/C DB7, DB9, DB7 GT, DB7 Vantage
Audi R8 TT- RS A3, S3, A4, RS4, S4, RS6 A3, S3, A4
Bentley Continental GT
BMW Z8 Z4, All 3, 5, 6 & M
Bugatti Veyron, EB 110 / 110S
Chevrolet Corvette
Chrysler / Dodge Viper GTS-R 300C
Citroen Xsara, C4 C4
Clubman All
Daytona Coupe
Ferrari All
Fiat Coupe 20v Turbo Punto Punto
Ford GT Focus XR5, Escort RS, Sierra RS Mustang GT, Falcon XR8 Focus XR5, Falcon XR8
Saleen S281 SC, Falcon XR6T Falcon XR6T
FPV F6 Typhoon, Tornado GT F6 Typhoon, Tornado, GT
Giocattolo Group B
Holden Astra VXR, Monaro CV8 T3 Commodore SS Astra VXR, Commodore SS
Monaro CV8
Honda NSX Integra Type S, S2000 Integra Type S, S2000
Civic Type R, Integra Tyre R Civic Type R, Integra Tyre R
HSV All Clubsport
Hyundai Tiburon
Jaguar All
Lamborghini Murcielago, Gallardo Countach QV
Diablo
Lancia Delta Integrale
Lexus IS200, IS300
Lotus Elise S2 Sport 190 Carlton Most other*
Elise 200, 340R Elise S1, S2, 111R/S, S2 135, 135R
Exige S1, Esprit Spt 350 Exige S2, Elan SE
Mazda RX-7 SP, RX-8 SP MX-5, MX-5 SP, 3MPS, MX-5, MX-5 SE, 3MPS
RX-8, RX-7 RX-8
Mercedes Benz SLR McLaren All AMG
Maserati All
MG ZT 260 V8, SV-R
MINI Cooper S JCW Cooper S Cooper S & JCW
Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart, Evolution, GTO Lancer Ralliart, Evolution
Nissan GT-R (R35) Skyline GT-R, Nismo GT-R Z Tune Skyline GTS-t, 350Z 350Z
200SX/Silvia, 300ZX
Nizpro 200SXR
Noble SS2, M400
Pagani Zonda
Peugeot 206, 307, 406 206, 307, 406
Porsche 911 Turbo, GT3, RS, 911 Carrera- All, Boxter S, 944 Turbo Boxster, 944 S2, 928, 968
911 GT2, 968 Turbo RS Proton Satria
Renault Sport Clio V6 Clio, Megane Clio, Megane
Skelta G-Force
Subaru Impreza WRX, STi Liberty Impreza WRX, STi, Liberty
Toyota Celica, Aurion, MR2, Supra Aurion, Celica
TVR Chimaera, Cerbera Griffith
Ultima GTR, Can Am, GTR 640
Volvo S40 S40
Volkswagen Golf R32, Golf GTi Polo Golf R32, Golf GTi, Polo
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MODERN SS M8. Suspension
Springs may be replaced by others of the same type, e.g. one coil spring may replace another. Springs and spring seats are free. For McPherson strut suspensions it is permitted to add or incorporate a threaded sleeve to the exterior of the strut for the purpose of allowing adjustment of the height of the spring seat.
M9. Dampers and Fittings Dampers are free, provided that their number, their type (eg, telescopic), their working principle (eg, hydraulic, mixed etc.), and their attachment points remain unchanged. The damper tanks may be remote and may be attached to the shell of the vehicle, providing this does not entail modification, other than the drilling of the minimum number of holes for mounting. Notwithstanding, for McPherson strut suspensions which are integral with the stub axle/steering arms, the original outer housing must be retained. The damping mechanism is free. An elastomeric bush mounting the damper may be replaced by a “uniball” joint, but only on the condition that the damper has no guiding function (for example as in a McPherson strut)
MODERN LMS
The regulations below are in addition to the freedoms allowed under Modern SS regulations above:
M10. Suspension Reinforcement The reinforcing of the suspension and its anchorage points by the addition of material is allowed, provided it follows the original shape and is in contact with it.
M11. Cables Accelerator cable may be replaced or doubled by another. Drive by wire throttle systems may be replaced by a cable operated system.
M12. Ignition The make and type of spark plugs and high-tension leads are free.
M13. Pistons Pistons are free and 1mm overbore is permitted
MODERN MS
The regulations below are in addition to the freedoms allowed under Modern SS & LMS regulations above
M14. Ignition The distributor is free, subject to fitting the standard location.
M15. Cooling System
The radiator is free, subject to not requiring modifications to the bodywork to fit. The thermostat is free as is the control system and the temperature at which the fan cuts in. The water pump is free.
M16. Fuel Injection
The inlet manifold, air box and associated ducting are free
M17. Oil System The lubrication system is free. Oil tanks must not be located in the cockpit. There may be no joins in oil lines in the cockpit.
M18. Engine Internals Allowances a) Mechanical treatments are allowed to be made to the crankshaft and connecting rods (shot peening / chemical and heat treatment) b) Pistons are free. c) Cylinder overbore 1mm is permitted. d) Cylinder head inlet and exhaust ports may be modified only by the removal of metal. e) Valve train components, including camshaft are free provided the number of valves and their method of actuation (OHV, OHC, DOHC) is
retained. f) Ancillary pulleys and drive belts are free.
M19. Gearbox / Transmission / Final Drive
a) The clutch is free. b) Flywheel is free. c) The casings and housings must be the same as originally fitted to the vehicle. d) The number of forward gears must be standard; otherwise the internal components are free. e) The gear change mechanisms must be as originally specified for the vehicle, other than that shortened or ‘quick’ shifters which do not result in
modification to the casings or housings are permitted. Sequential shift mechanisms are not permitted. f) The internal components of the differential, axles and drive shafts, are free. g) Live rear axle equipped vehicles may be modified to incorporate floating rear hubs.
M20. Suspension
a) Original suspension mounting points may be altered in design, but not in location. b) Adjustable strut tops are permitted, providing that there is no modification to the bodywork in order to fit them. c) Suspension bushings are free, provided that the design of the bushes is original and be of an elastomeric material. The bush offset of the hole
within the bush is free. d) The addition of braces for strut/damper towers is permitted, provided they are only connected to each tower, and are not connected at any other
point of the chassis or bodywork. Attachment of such a brace must be by bolts. The design of the brace is otherwise
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M21. Pulleys Ancillary pulleys and drive belts are free.
M22. Other Modifications Permitted on MS
Valve train components, including camshaft/s, are free provided the number of valves and their method of actuation (ie, OHV, OHC, DOHC) is retained. • Engine Internals
Additional mechanical treatments, different from those carried out on the series production part, are allowed to be made to the crankshaft and connecting rods. Eg. shot peening, chemical/heat treatment
• Cylinder Head Cylinder head inlet and exhaust ports may be modified only by the removal of metal.
• Turbo Chargers Maybe internally modified
M23. Rotary Vehicles
Modifications to rotary engines rotors, housings and end plates may be effected only by the removal of metal. Rotary engines may be modified by the utilisation of the porting techniques extend, bridge and peripheral.
M24. Steering Steering ratio is free.
MODERN - PR M25. Regulations
Vehicles complying entirely with Group N, Np or PRC regulations may enter PR at the discretion of the event organisers.
M26. Categories Where entries are insufficient, at the organiser’s discretion, PR may be combined with other categories.
ROOKIE RALLYE - RR • These rules are to be read in conjunction with all other rules laid down for the cars category. RR1. Tyres
i. A maximum of six tyres are permitted to facilitate vehicles using different rim sizes. These must be marked by the organisers at scrutineering. ii. Only four of these tyres may be used however should a tyre punture or be destroyed, one only marked tyre may replace one only damaged tyre
without penalty at the discreation of the Clerk of Course and the Chief Scrutineer. iii. The damaged tyre and the wheel must then be presented to the Chief Scrutineer before 7.00pm at the end of the Leg where the change occurred. iv. Use of the second spare will result in a 2 minute penalty. v. It is absolutely prohibited for a competing vehicle to use or carry unmarked tyres at any time and any breach of this regulation will result in a penalty
of EXCLUSION or any other penalty the Clerk of Course may impose. vi. Four tyres with the organisers' marking will be used on the competing vehicle and the other 2 tyres may be carried as spares in the competing
vehicle or may be transported by other means.
vii. Athough it is the responsibility of the competitor to ensure that the tyres are safe at all times during the competition the scrutineer, may at any time require the competitor to change tyres with a 2 minute per tyre penalty applied or retire from the event
CLASSIC - C C1. General Requirements
Each vehicle will have been manufactured prior to 1982, or be a model/specification which matches that of a vehicle manufactured prior to 1982. Each vehicle will be divided into one of three modification groups: SS, LMS or MS. The specific requirements for these three modification groups are listed below. Each vehicle will have an ‘age’ category determined by the date of manufacture (except in the case of “run on” models) which is as follows: Category 1A up to 1904 Category 1B 1905-1918 Category 1C 1919-1930 Category 1D 1931-1946 Category 2 1947-1961 Category 3 1962-1965 Category 4 1966-1971 Category 5 1972-1976 Category 6 1977-1981 For the purposes of awards, the organisers may combine Periods in Category 1. These regulations do not supersede any civil requirements/regulations, and compliance with any such provisions is the responsibility of the competitor. In cases where production of a model commenced before the cut-off date and continued after that date, vehicles actually manufactured after this date are considered to be eligible provided they were produced to exactly the same specification as the vehicles built prior to the date. This provision known as “model run-on” terminates upon a change in vehicle specification having being implemented by the manufacturer. In all cases, the onus of proof in relation to eligibility matters lies with the competitor.
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C2. Capacity Classes The organisers reserve the right to combine classes.
Category 1 (1900-1946) Category 3 (1962-1965) Category 5 1972-1976) 1A 0 to 1500cc 1B 1501cc to 3000cc 1C 3001cc to 4000cc 1D 4001cc to 5000cc 1E over 5000cc Category 2 (1947-1961) Category 4 (1966-1971) Category 6 (1977-1981)
CLASSIC SS This class envisages vehicles to be presented in the same condition they were supplied by the manufacturer, save for limited allowances to make them more suitable for rally competition. For all except those vehicles in the Category 1 age grouping, a minimum of 500 vehicles must have been manufactured in the same specification over a period of five years. Special low volume or, ‘high performance’ versions of vehicles are not permitted, nor are homologated competition versions or parts allowed. There is a listing at C19 that lists vehicles which are ineligible for classification in SS. This list may be expanded. The organisers may produce recognition papers which will define the specification of a given model, and if such papers have been produced they define the specification and must be presented at scrutiny by the competitor.
C3. Engine Only the following engine modifications are permitted: The cylinder block shall be: (i) Original; or (ii) A mechanically identical (refer Definitions Technical) substitute block, dimensionally interchangeable, from the manufacturer of the vehicle,
manufactured prior to 31 December 1981; or (iii) A replacement block permitted by the organisers for that vehicle. Substitute cylinder blocks shall be of the same type, configuration, number of
cylinders and material as the original.
C4. Capacity Boring of the cylinders up to 1.5mm above the original diameter is permitted. The vehicle will be classified according to its actual capacity, inclusive of the relevant supercharging and rotary equivalence factors.
C5. Pistons & Rings Pistons and piston rings or, where applicable, the rotors and seals of rotary engines are free save that they must be dimensionally the same as original except for the piston diameter and piston crown dimensions and shape, which is only allowed to be varied as per C3(ii) above. The compression ratio must remain as standard.
C6. Cylinder Head The original cylinder head may be modified by the removal of metal only. The valve sizes must remain standard.
C7. Camshafts Camshaft timing and lift is free as are the timing gear/s, the timing chain and timing chain tensioning system.
C8. Rotary Engines Modifications to rotary engines rotors, housings and end plates may be effected only by the removal of metal. Rotary engines may be modified by the utilisation of the porting techniques extend or mild.
C9. Clutch and Flywheel Clutches and flywheels are free.
C10. Ignition The original ignition system must be retained save that ‘pointless’ distribution operation may be substituted for breaker points; and that freedom of mechanical and vacuum advance mechanisms is allowed, as is freedom of ignition wires, spark plugs etc.
C11. Turbo's & Superchargers Turbochargers or superchargers, if fitted as original equipment, must remain standard, as must the method of controlling boost or pressure. Induction boost pressure is free.
5A up to 1600cc 5B 1601cc to 2000cc 5C 2001cc to 2500cc
5D 2501cc to 3000cc 5E 3001cc to 3500cc 5F 3501cc to 4000cc 5G 4001cc to 4500cc 5H over 4500cc
3A up to 1150cc 3B 1151cc to 1300cc 3C 1301cc to 1600cc 3D 1601cc to 2000cc 3E 2001cc to 3000cc 3F over 3000cc
6A up to 2000cc 6B 2001cc to 2500cc 6C 2501cc to 3000cc 6D 3001cc to 3500cc 6E 3501cc to 4000cc 6F 4001cc to 4500cc
6G over 4500cc
4A up to 1600cc 4B 1601cc to 2000cc 4C 2001cc to 2500cc 4D 2501cc to 3000cc 4E 3001cc to 3500cc 4F 3501cc to 4000cc 4G 4001cc to 4500cc
4H over 4500cc
2A up to 1150cc 2B 1151cc to 1300cc 2C 1301cc to 1600cc 2D 1601cc to 2000cc 2E 2001cc to 3000cc 2F over 3000cc
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C12. Induction The original induction system components must be retained. The components which control the quantity of fuel entering the combustion chamber may be modified, provided that they do not have any influence over the quantity of air admitted. Air filter elements are free, providing they fit into the original air cleaner housing/s without modification of the housing. Additional air ducting is not permitted.
C13. Radiator The radiator may be replaced by another of the same height and width. Thickness is free provided no part of the body needs to be removed. The material of manufacture must remain the same as the standard part. The original cooling fans may be removed, and replaced by the same number of electric fans. Thermostats may be removed. The engine cooling systems must otherwise remain standard.
C14. Ancillary A bolt on ancillary item may be replaced or changed.
C15. Reconditioning Reconditioning of other engine components within the manufacturers’ specified tolerances is permitted.
C16. Gearbox / Transmission / Final Drive Automatic transmissions provided optionally by the manufacturer for that model are permitted instead of a manual gearbox. The fitment of a manual transmission from the same make and model to a vehicle that originally had automatic transmission is permitted. Column gearshift mechanisms may be transferred to floor shift mechanisms; the minimum necessary modifications may be made to the transmission tunnel to accommodate such alteration.
C17. Suspension a) Suspension components may be strengthened by the addition of metal, provided the added metal follows the contour and is in contact with the
original component. b) Springs, torsion bars and dampers are free, save for McPherson struts where only the damping mechanism is free, provided their original
mounting points and design are retained. c) Lever arm dampers not forming part of the main suspension components (ie, they do not have a suspension locating function) may be replaced
by telescopic dampers.
C18. Electrical The wiring harness is free. Original instruments and switches may be replaced, provided that they are replaced by items compatible in face, style and size with the original instruments. A panel incorporating additional/replacement switches and/or circuit breakers may be added. The battery may be replaced by another of free type but the location must remain as original.
C19. Vehicles Ineligible for SS This is a list of vehicles eligible for LMS and MS, but which have also been deemed ineligible for SS. This list may be subject to change from time to time. Alfa Romeo TA, GTAM, GTV6 Aston Martin 087 Vantage 5.9 Coupe, 5.9 Volante, V12, All Road 2.7
Austin Healey 100M, 100S Austin Mini Cooper BMW 3.0 CSL, M Series (all models – SS, MS, M5 etc), 2002 Turbo, 5 5.0 Bolwell All models Bugatti All models Chevrolet Corvette IMSA, Corvette Callaway (all models), Camaro Z28 Chrysler Valiant Charger RT, Pacer 4BBL Datsun 1600 SSS, 180B, 200B De Tomaso Pantera, Pantera GTS Ferrari Boxer Fiat Abarth, Sport 131 Racing Ford Escort RS Series (Mk 1 & Mk II), Escort Mexico, Lotus TC, Falcon XC Cobra, Cortina, Cobra Jet, GTA, Mach 1, GT, Perana V8, Capri
RS3100, Escort Cosworth Goggomobile Dart DT All models Hillman Imp Rally Holden Commodore SS, Commodore V8, Monaro GTS327, Monaro 350; Torana A9X, Torana GTR XU1, Torana SLR 5000 Jaguar 100, C Type, D Type, XK120M, E Type lightweight Lancia Fulvia HF, Stratos, Lotus S4, Elan R, Europa 49, Esprit Series 1 Marcos 3000 GT
Maserati 500 GT, Ghibli Tipo 115, Bora, Merak, Mistral, Indy, Biturbo pre 1982 Mercedes 300SL & SLR Mitsubishi Sigma Turbo Morris Mini Cooper Pontiac Trans Am Porsche 356, B2000 GS, 550, 904, 906, 911 RSR, 911 Turbo, 911 Carrera, 911 Carrera RS, 914/6 GT, 916, 924 Carrera 924 GTS, 924 GTR
Renault Alpine A310 V6, Alpine A110, R5 Turbo, Gordini Robnell All models Saab Sonett Shelby All models Sunbeam Tiger V8
Triumph Dolomite Sprint
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CLASSIC LMS
The regulations below are in addition to the freedoms allowed under Classic SS regulations above A vehicle which does not comply with the provisions of Group SS, or are limited edition vehicles or high performance original production variants from the same period as the original, will generally be classified as Group LMS. Other than Category 1, any vehicle with a production run of less than 250 over a period of five years will normally not be eligible for LMS and may only be eligible in MS, subject to other relevant eligibility criteria being met. Competitors entering low-volume produced vehicles may make application for a waiver of the production number which the organisers at its sole discretion will consider on its merits. Earlier vehicles may be more likely to receive such a waiver. If accepted, the vehicle will be added to the list of eligible vehicles.
C20. Engine Block Replacement The engine block shall be original or a mechanically identical substitute block. The substitute block must be from the original manufacturer of the vehicle. Other replacement block may be permitted by application to the organisers.
C21. Capacity Increase
A maximum capacity increase of 10% above the original capacity of the engine is permitted.
C22. Crankshaft Freedoms The crankshaft and connecting rods are free, save that the material must be ferrous or original. Crankshaft torsional dampers are free.
C23. Pistons and Rotors / Seals and Rings
Pistons and piston rings are free. The rotors and seals of rotary engines are free.
C24. Camshaft Camshaft valve train components are free.
C25. Rotary Engines
Modifications to rotary engine housings and end plates may be effected only by the removal of metal. Rotary engines may be modified by the utilisation of the porting techniques extend, mild or bridge.
C26. Ignition The ignition system is free save that the original configuration (eg, single coil with distributor, multi coil pack) must be retained. Electronic engine management and programmable ignition systems are not permitted unless fitted as original equipment. If fitted, the electronic engine management, programmable ignition system may be modified or replaced, provided the replacement system is from the same period as the original system.
C27. Cylinder Head
The cylinder head may be modified only by the removal of metal. Valve size is free. The original number of valves and method of operation must be retained.
C28. Induction For naturally aspirated vehicles the complete induction system is free save that fuel injection shall not replace carburettors, unless it was an option on another model of the same series of vehicle. Where fuel injection replaces carburettors, all replacement items must be from the same period as the original items replaced. Additional air ducting, which does not involve the modification of the bodywork, is permitted.
C29. Turbo & Superchargers
Turbochargers or superchargers may not be added. If fitted as original equipment, the turbo and waste gate or supercharger may be replaced by another from the same period, fitted in the same positions as the original part. Intercoolers and induction boost level is free.
C30. Liquid Cooling The engine liquid cooling systems are free, however, save for the radiator support panel which may be modified to accommodate the liquid cooling systems, the bodywork must not be modified to allow fitment, nor are additional air scoops permitted.
C31. Air Cooled Air cooled engine cooling systems are free.
C32. Sump Freedoms Refer to General Regulation 83 on Page 21.
C33. Internal Modifications All other internal engine modifications, other than those specifically addressed or limited in this section are free.
C34. Gearbox / Transmission / Final Drive a) Internal components of the gearbox and final drive assembly, including ratios, are free, save that the original number of forward gears must be
retained. b) Shortened or “quick” shifters which do not result in modification to the casings or housings are permitted. Sequential change mechanisms are not
permitted, unless originally fitted. c) Full floating hubs may be fitted on vehicles with a live rear axle. A minimum modification to axle housings in order to fit such hubs is permitted
and encouraged. d) Additional transmission and/or differential coolers are permitted provided there are no body modifications required to fit them.
C35. Chassis Seam welding is permitted. Further strengthening is permitted provided the added metal follows the contour of the original component.
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C36. Suspension a) Hubs and stub axles may be replaced by others of the same working principle, providing that other suspension components that are required to
be retained and remain unmodified are not changed or modified as a result. b) The elastomeric material used in suspension bushes is free. The original design of the bush must be retained, save that the position of the hole
for the locating bolt within the bush is free. Rose or heim type joints and/or spherical bearings are not permitted in the suspension unless fitted as original or unless permitted elsewhere by these regulations.
c) Springs, torsion bars and dampers are free provided their original design (eg, coil, leaf, tubular, lever arm), number and location of mounting points are retained.
d) Coil spring mounting platforms may be made adjustable. e) The mounting bushes for dampers which do not have a guiding function are free. f) Notwithstanding, lever arm dampers not forming part of the main suspension components (i.e. which do not have a suspension locating function)
may be replaced by telescopic dampers. g) Front lever arm dampers forming part of the main suspension components may be disabled, but not removed or replaced, and telescopic
dampers may be added to provide the damping action. In doing so, none of the original suspension components or sub-frames may be modified, other than to provide the necessary mountings for the new dampers.
h) Sway bars are free other than on strut type suspensions where the sway bar acts as a control arm. In this case it is permitted to change the thickness of the bar and/or add an additional sway bar. The inclusion of spacers at the sway bar mounting points is permitted, but only by extending bolts in the original body mounts.
i) The location of live axles is permitted only by the addition of a maximum of two fore and aft locating arms and one transverse locating arm/rod. The design, position and mounting method of these arms are free, provided no modifications to the body shell are made, other than the addition of suitable brackets bolted or welded to the outside of the body shell. The locating arms are explicitly not permitted to be mounted inside the original cockpit, and modifications enabling this such as adding a box mounting will render the vehicle ineligible.
j) Adjustable strut tops which may have the effect of altering the camber and/or caster are permitted (where applicable- ie, on McPherson strut equipped vehicles). However, no modifications are permitted to the bodywork at the point where the strut top is mounted. Spherical bearings are permitted in front strut tops.
k) The addition of braces for strut/damper towers is permitted, provided they are only connected to each suspension tower, and are not connected at any other point of the chassis or bodywork. Attachment of such a brace must be only by bolts. The design of the brace is otherwise free.
l) It is permitted to relocate the front control arm pivot point radially by up to 25mm within the confines of the existing cross member or body panels. No metal may be removed save that directly associated with the actual pivot point relocation.
C37. Steering
a) Power steering may be fitted. b) The steering ratio is free.
C38. Competition Body Panels
The use of any under trays, fairings, scoops, louvres, air intakes or exits are permitted only if supplied by the vehicle manufacturer as standard equipment in original production or the competitor can prove their legitimate use in national or international rally competition during the period in which the vehicle was manufactured.
C39. Windscreen Replacement Easily demountable windscreens may be replaced by another screen of a period type. Safety straps or clips on front and rear windows are permitted.
C40. Bumper Bars Bumper bars and over-riders may be removed or replaced by ones of identical shape. Alternate material may be used but the exact shape and size must be retained.
C41. Electrical System The wiring harness is free. Original instruments and switches may be replaced, provided that they are replaced by items compatible in face, style and size with the original instruments.
CLASSIC MS
The regulations below are in addition to the freedoms allowed under Classic SS & LMS regulations above It is envisaged that MS vehicles can be modified to a greater degree than LMS vehicles. However, the modification level of such vehicles is controlled to a level deemed compatible with the environment within which these vehicles will compete. Vehicles modified beyond the limits specified for Group LMS, will be required to run in Group MS subject to the limitations of this regulation. Vehicles homologated prior to 1 January 1982 (including Errata) can be presented in their entirety and will be required to run in Group MS. The use of individual parts (eg, cylinder heads) from homologated vehicles is prohibited unless otherwise permitted by the following regulations. The minimum production number is five vehicles. It is the obligation of the Competitor to prove that the minimum quantity has been produced.
C42. Engine Other than turbo/supercharged vehicles where replacement is not permitted, the cylinder block shall be standard, or a replacement cylinder block is permitted subject to the following requirements:
(a) The replacement must be: a production cylinder block of the same configuration, with more than 2500 units sold for road use, which upon application may be approved for tarmac rallies by the organisers as a suitable replacement engine; or
(b) Be a documented recognised replacement or substitute for use in this period with approval of the organisers, in which case the approved item shall be utilised in its entirety.
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The guidelines for approval of replacement cylinder blocks are that the block shall: • be produced prior to 1982 • be produced by the same manufacturer as the original • have the same number of cylinders • be made of the same material as original • be able to be located in the same general location as the original. No body modification is permitted to allow the fitment of the replacement
cylinder block.
In regards to C26, C28, C29 and C43, following, references to ‘original’ shall mean the original engine fitted to that model, and not the replacement.
C43. Capacity The maximum capacity is free for all vehicles except ALL G Series Porsches, which can only have a maximum capacity of 3510cc. The vehicle will be classified according to its actual capacity inclusive of any bore or stroke increases (or decreases) and any relevant supercharging and rotary equivalence factors. Rotary engine vehicles are permitted to be fitted with engines with one size larger housing available from the original manufacturer, (eg, for Mazda engines, from 10A to 12A, or from 12A to 13B) over what was standard in the vehicle. The same number of rotors as standard shall be retained. Final Turbo or Rotary capacity will be the actual capacity multiplied by 1.7 for the purposes of class and handicap allocation.
C44. Cylinder Heads Cylinder heads are free
C45. Rotary Engines Modifications to rotary engines rotors, housings and end plates may be effected only by the removal of metal. Rotary engines may be modified by the utilisation of the porting techniques extend, mild, bridge or peripheral.
C46. Sump Dry sump oil systems are permitted. Oil filters are free.
C47. Gearbox / Transmission / Final Drive Gearboxes or transaxles may be replaced by another of free design, provided they have no more than 5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear, unless the vehicle had more than 5 forward gears as original in which case the original number of gears shall be the maximum. Automatic transmissions provided optionally by the manufacturer for that model are permitted. Transmission tunnel modifications necessary to allow the fitment of a transmission are permitted. The bell housing is free. Gearbox and differential oil coolers are permitted provided these are mounted without any modifications to the outside bodywork. Sequential change systems are not permitted unless originally fitted.
C48. Suspension The suspension type/configuration as fitted front and rear must remain original (eg, McPherson strut, dual wishbone, live rear axle, de Dion rear axle etc.), but may be modified only in accordance with the following regulations:
a) All sprung and semi-sprung suspension components may be replaced, and/or modified. Suspensions sub-frames are free, providing they are attached exclusively at the original mounting points.
b) The material used in suspension bushes is free. Rose joints, spherical bearings or heim joints may replace elastomeric bushings. c) Springs, torsion bars, McPherson struts and dampers and their mountings are free. d) Rear suspension is free, subject to the following:
For live rear axles:
a) The body shell may be modified to allow the fitment of brackets to mount locating arms. To that end, the minimum required amount of metal may be removed from the standard body shell to allow the construction of a forward mount for the suspension arms inside the cockpit space.
b) It is permitted make the appropriate modifications (such as removal of metal and welding in replacement panels of the necessary shape) in order to construct a “turret” in the rear wheel arch, inner guard and/or boot area, the purpose of which is to accommodate and mount the top of a damper or combined spring/damper unit. The cockpit space must be effectively sealed from the outside of the vehicle in the area where such modifications are made.
c) Suspension pivot points are free. d) Adjustable strut tops which may have the effect of altering the camber and/or caster are permitted (where applicable, ie, on McPherson strut
equipped vehicles). Modifications are permitted to the bodywork at the point where the strut top is mounted to allow clearance for the strut top. e) The addition of braces for strut/damper towers is permitted.
C49. Bodywork
The bodywork and body fittings in their entirety must be as supplied by the manufacturer, including materials, save that: a) Front mudguards, bonnet, nose panel, boot lid or rear hatch of alternative material are permitted, provided they are of the same external shape
as the original panel. The following minimum specifications of alternative materials shall be respected: aluminium – 1.25mm thick; glass fibre/glass fibre reinforced plastic – 3mm thick.
b) Where a vehicle does not have access to such components, wheel arch flares may be added by bolt on means only, provided that the increase in the total width of the bodywork is less than 100mm and that the flare may not exceed the radius of the original wheel arch opening by more than 200mm. In this case, the maximum track increase allowed is 100mm and for the purpose of wheel and tyre clearance, it is permitted to remove up to 75mm of original bodywork measured radially from the edge of the wheel arch outwards. Any cavity exposed in a door or wheel arch through the removal of metal must be covered by the addition of a metal closing panel. Any body joint protrusions must be rendered safe. The operation of any door must not be affected.
c) Bumper bars and over riders may be removed, or replaced by others of the same shape, but of alternate material. d) Roof vents may be added, provided they are of a style evident in competition prior to 1982. e) The material from which additional interior brackets, switch panels and other similar fitments are made is free, including the use of carbon fibre or
Kevlar. f) The removal of heating and air conditioning systems is permitted, providing adequate provision is made for windscreen demisting. g) Other glass in all windows except for the windscreen may be replaced by any transparent material of adequate strength and not less than 3mm
in thickness.
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SECTION E - VEHICLE SIGNS AND ADVERTISING 1. Signs
a) Standard Advertising and other signs are permitted on vehicles provided the location of the sign/s does not conflict with these regulations. Signs are required to be of a high standard of presentation to ensure that the interests of the organisers, sponsors and entrants are protected.
b) Lettering Lettering of all signs must be carried out in a neat, regular and professional manner. The organisers may order the re-lettering of any sign or part of sign which, in their opinion, fails to comply with the requirements of this regulation. The organisers will be the sole judge as to the suitability of any sign, and may direct the removal of any sign at any time. A crew will be directed to remove any sign considered by the organisers to be offensive.
c) Organisers' Decals At Documentation the organisers will supply event identification decals and compulsory event sponsor decals. These must be attached to the vehicle as issued and maintained in good order and condition throughout the event. Where a bonnet protector is used on the vehicle, the decals must also be placed on the protector. Deliberate removal of the decals from the vehicle during the event will render the entrant liable to a penalty of up to exclusion. The decals will be as outlined in E3.
d) Commercial Competition Vehicles may carry signs of sponsors who may be in commercial competition with the sponsors of the event but their placement on the vehicle must not be in conflict with the organisers’ requirements outlined in E1c) above.
e) Roof Advertising is permitted on the roof.
f) Windows Signs or advertisements shall be permitted on the side, front and rear window as follows, provided they do not interfere with the vision of the driver:
i. On the rear window on a background strip located within the upper 85mm of the top of the glass. ii. The names of the driver and the co-driver together with their national flags shall appear either on both front wings or on the rear side windows
of the car. Any entrant failing to comply with this rule will be subject to a cash penalty. iii. The top 150mm of the windscreen is exclusively reserved for the organisers. Should a vehicle not be fitted with a windscreen, or it is not
practical or in compliance with civil regulations to display a decal in this location, entrants are required to apply to the Event Manager – Sales & Marketing for variation of placement. (refer E3)
iv. Competitors may “buy back” the windscreen area for a fee of $495 inc GST. Applications to do so must be made in writing to the Event Manager – Sales & Marketing. Only a limited number of windscreens will be offered for buy back.
g) Number Plates The organisers will provide each crew with two metal vehicle number plates, supplied by the Transport Division, Tasmanian Department of Infrastructure, Energy and Resources. These number plates are valid Tasmanian Vehicle Registration Plates designed and produced for the event and which bear the vehicle competition number:
i. These plates must be attached to the vehicle in the position which would normally be occupied by the usual vehicle registration plate, must be visible on both the front and rear of the vehicle and must be fitted as near to vertical as possible so that the observers’ at Targa stage flying finishes’ can identify the vehicle for timing purposes. If a written instruction from the Clerk of Course, or his nominee, is issued to a competitor to relocate a number plate, that instruction must be carried out to the satisfaction of that official. Failure to comply with this regulation may result in the vehicle not being permitted to start the leg.
ii. Colour vinyl copies of the plates are allowable but must be purchased from the organisers. These must be placed directly on the vehicle body as near to vertical as possible. Orders for such plates must be made no later than 13 April 2010. The cost will be $45 plus GST per set of plates (2).
iii. The showing of any other registration plates during the period of the event is prohibited. Any report of an offence makes the offender liable for a penalty of up to exclusion.
iv. Targa Tasmania vehicle number plates must be removed from all competition vehicles no later than 3pm on Monday 3 May 2010. Competitors with Tasmanian registered vehicles who continue to use Targa Tasmania vehicle number plates after this time must do so only after obtaining approval from the Transport Division, Tasmanian Department of Infrastructure, Energy and Resources and will be levied a 'Custom Plate Fee' by the Department for the registration changeover.
h) Tobacco Advertising Signs advertising tobacco products are prohibited under Australian Government regulations.
2. Advertising of Results a) Targa Tasmania
Where possible, all advertising, sales promotion and publicity material produced by competitors or their agents must refer prominently to the correct competition (with reference to the naming rights sponsor, where applicable and any change of the following will be advised in a bulletin) as follows:
- Targa Tasmania Unique Cars Tour Targa Tasmania Shannons Vintage Rallye Competition - Targa Tasmania Pure Tasmania Rookie Rallye Competition Targa Tasmania Shannons Classic Overall Competition - Targa Tasmania Shannons Classic Competition Targa Tasmania Pure Tasmania Early Modern Competition - Targa Tasmania Pure Tasmania Modern Competition Targa Tasmania Pure Tasmania Showroom Competition
By entering the event, all competitors specifically agree to abide by this regulation. The official event logo and associated words must be used, and approval for such use provided in writing by the organisers. Artwork is available from the organisers.
b) Use of Results i. Advertising, publicity and all other statements made by competitors and their agencies referring to the results of the competition must be
in accordance with the official results announced by the organisers. ii. Any competitor or firm advertising the results of the event must state the exact conditions of the performance referred to, the nature of
the competition, the category, the class, etc., of the vehicle and the position of the result obtained. iii. Any omission or addition calculated to raise doubts in the public mind may result in a penalty being imposed on the person responsible
for publishing the advertising. iv. No advertising regarding the winning of any of the above competitions may be made prior to the declaration of the final official
classification, unless it includes the words “subject to the official publication of the results”, or “these results are provisional subject to confirmation”. Once published, the final official classifications may be used in advertising without qualification as listed above.
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3. Organisers Decals Organisers' event identification decals and compulsory event sponsor decals (supplied at Documentation along with placement instructions) must be placed on the vehicle as follows:
The above sizes are maximum sizes. Competitors are required to apply to the Event Manager- Sales & Marketing for any variation to these placement instructions. A photograph, or sketch is to accompany any application. Failure to obtain permission to amend the placement of decals may cause a crew to be denied permission to start.
SECTION F - THE COMPETITION 1. Road Books
Road books which provide comprehensive details of the competition course will be issued to crews at Documentation.
2. Course Crews are required to follow the course in accordance with the road books and F3
3. Changes The organisers may neutralise any stage or stages of the competition, re-group the field in regard to running order, re-schedule any part of the course, or terminate the competition at any time. If the competition is terminated when partly run, placing’s will be determined and the relevant awards made to those crews that have traversed the course in accordance with these regulations up to the time control immediately preceding termination. Any alteration to the schedules or route instructions will be in writing. At no time will oral advice take precedence over written instructions.
4. Start and Finish of Event The start of the event will take place on Tuesday 27 April 2010 at approximately 9.00am. The start procedure will be advised in the Prologue Section of Road Book One. The Event will finish on Sunday 2 May 2010 at Wrest Point at approximately 4pm.
• Rookie Rallye Finish The finish of the event will take place on Thursday 28 April upon vehicles arriving at the time in control at the end of Section 2. To be deemed to have completed the event competitors must report to this control and failure to do so will result in a penalty of missing a control.
• All Other Competitions The finish of the competition will take place on Sunday 3 May upon vehicles arriving at the final time in control at the end of Section 2, as listed in the road book, and competitors are to report to this control and failure to do so will result in a penalty for missing a control. The finish of the event will be at the publicity finish at Wrest Point.
5. Prologue The Temco Prologue at George Town, in the form of a Targa stage with a zero base time; will be conducted on Tuesday 27 April 2010. On arrival in George Town crews will travel in convoy over the Prologue course. Full details of the itinerary of the Prologue will be advised in the Prologue Section of Road Book One. The Prologue will not be deemed part of the competition but, as part of the event, all competitors must take part. Failure to do so will incur a penalty of 1 minute which will be applied to the vehicle as part of the competition penalty. The normal competition rules in all other areas including tyres will apply.
a) The starting order for the Prologue will be determined by the organisers and will be published on the official notice board by 6pm on Monday 26 April 2010.
b) Timing on the Prologue will be in minutes, seconds and hundredths of a second. If two or more competitors achieve the same time, the crew which achieved the time first will be seeded in the competition before the crew which achieved the time second, the crew which achieved the time second will be seeded before the crew which achieved the time third, and so on.
c) Any competitor reported for misbehaviour during the familiarisation run through the Prologue will be fined by the Clerk of Course and a penalty of up to exclusion from the event may be imposed.
Position Classic & Vintage Showroom, Early Modern, Modern & Rookie Tour
1 2 x Event Door Panels & Sponsor Panel
510 x 390mm Diameter 2 x Event Door Panels & Sponsor Panel
510 x 390mm Diameter 2 x Event Door Panels & Sponsor Panel
510 x 390mm Diameter
2 1 x Shannons Decal
1300mm wide x 150mm high 1 x PureTasmania Decal
1300mm wide x 150mm high 1 x Unique Cars Decal
1300mm wide x 150mm high
3 1 x PureTasmania Decal 720mm wide x 80mm high
1 x PureTasmania Decal 720mm wide x 80mm high
1 x PureTasmania Decal 720mm wide x 80mm high
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6. Start Order The first vehicle to leave the competition start will be selected by the organisers and will be designated as the ‘Flag Car’. The following Crews will leave the competition in an order that will be determined by the organisers taking into consideration times achieved at the Prologue. The start order will be established with the slowest vehicle leaving first after the flag car, the second slowest leaving second, and so on. The organisers will adjust the start order at prior to the start of each leg. The competition start order, times to report to the Silverdome and start times for Leg One will be posted on the official notice board by 9.30pm on Tuesday 27 April 2010. Report times will be sent via sms text to crews who supplied a mobile number at Documentation by 10.30pm. Crews are required to report to the Silverdome security park no later than the time specified.
7. Restart Order The Clerk of Course will have the right to change the starting order of any vehicle whose performance differs significantly from those in its immediate vicinity. The official restart order for each leg will be posted on the official notice board by 9.30pm (SMS’s by 10.30pm) on the preceding day. A request for a start order adjustment must be made with a CRO no later than 6.30pm at the end of each leg. Late arrival at the start control will render the crew liable to a penalty of 10 seconds for each minute, or part thereof, late and will be included in the crew's late time. Vehicles will start at 30 second intervals. Competitors are required to report to the security park 20 minutes before their due time of departure. They are then to report to their vehicle and prepare to leave when instructed to move forward. The start order for section two of each Leg shall be the order of arrival at the lunch break at the end of section one. A crew which starts section two before their scheduled time, unless directed to do so by the Clerk of Course or his nominee, will be liable to a penalty of 30 seconds for each 30 seconds or part thereof leaving early. Late arrival at the restart control will render the crew liable to a penalty of 10 seconds for each minute or part thereof late which will be included in the crew's late time. Vintage Rallye competitors may move forward if they have fallen back through the field.
8. Crews Forgoing Competition Should a crew not complete a stage, it is that crew's responsibility to advise a recovery crew, a senior official at the nearest control, or a CRO at the next overnight stop, or at the Event Headquarters, of their intention regarding future participation in the competition (i.e.: foregoing the remainder of the current leg but intending to start the following leg; withdrawal or retirement from the competition due to an inability to restart; etc). Failure to notify the organiser in this manner could result in the organisers deeming that the crew has withdrawn or retired from the competition. In this case, the crew may not be included in the start order for the following leg and may be denied permission to continue in the competition.
9. Rejoining If a crew has satisfied the conditions necessary to rejoin the competition (F10 above), having not completed the whole course to date they may do so providing that they report as follows:
a) To the final time control on the leg in which they did not complete the whole leg, prior to the time of the closure of that control, or b) To a CRO located at the Event Headquarters, advising their intention no later than 7pm on the leg concerned, or c) To a CRO located at the overnight security park on a following leg no later than 30 minutes prior to the due time of departure of the
vehicle. In this case the vehicle may start in such position as determined by the Clerk of Course.
10. Withdrawal or Retirement Any crew which withdraws from the event and does not intend to rejoin at any future time, must complete the ‘Notification of Withdrawal’ form supplied with the Road Book and hand this to a control official, recovery official, or other course officials, or another competitor, for transmission to the organisers.
11. Official Clocks Timing will be by officials clocks issued by the organisers and set to GPS Time. No protest will lie against the alleged inaccuracy of any clock. A clock showing the official time will be located by the entry/exit door at the Silverdome from 9am Monday 26 April 2010.
12. Time Card Crews will be issued with generic time cards at documentation. Each crew is solely responsible for their time card and recording of information on it. These time cards are provided for the recording of control report times for personal interest and will not be used by the organisers for scoring.
13. Targa Stages A competition section between two successive time controls on roads closed for the rally utilising a base time rather than elapsed times as the basis for scoring closed road stages.
14. Base Times Refer Addendum B.
15. Trophy Time (except Rookie Rallye) Refer Addendum B.
16. Changes to Base & Trophy Times a) The Clerk of Course may change a base time or a trophy time for any stage, category or class, prior to the first crew starting a Targa
stage. Any such change will be communicated to crews via sms text message where possible or via the start control noticeboard. b) The Clerk of Course may alter the trophy time for any stage during its running. Trophy times will be set for dry, intermediate and wet
weather conditions. A change may be made as a result of deteriorating weather conditions and will be communicated to crews via the start control noticeboard. If the trophy time is changed, the new time will apply to all vehicles, even those which have passed through the stage prior to the change of time. Trophy times will not be altered once the stage has been completed (subject to F17).
17. Direction of Travel
When driving on a Targa stage crews are bound to drive only in the direction prescribed in the road book and are forbidden to drive in the opposite direction.
18. Compassionate Time
Crews are advised that if they are required to stop to assist at an accident (refer to Addendum C), a derived stage time will calculated and applied in response to losing time for having to stop. (refer to F29) Such claims must be made to a CRO no later that 1 hour after booking in to end of Leg control. It is the crews responsibility to provide full details of the accident (time arrived, time departed, number of vehicle involved, number of other vehicles stopped at the scene).
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19. Motive Power The penalty for a crew whose vehicle does not travel under the motive power of its engine is 20 minutes per incident.
20. Cutting Corners Any competitor who is observed taking a line that results in a complete tyre (front and / or rear) passing beyond the white line on pre-determined corners and thus leave the tarmac surface will receive a penalty as follows:
• First Observed Offence: 30 seconds • Second Observed Offence: 1 minute penalty • Third Observed Offence: 90 second penalty • Any further offence will be the previous offence plus 30 seconds for each subsequent offence
These locations will be advised in a bulletin.
21. Falling Behind the Competition Sweep (999) a) Competitors who stop in a Targa stage and fall behind the Competition Sweep Vehicle (999) but are within their late time limit may receive
a derived time. The derived time will take into account that the competitor has stopped prior to the passage of the Competition Sweep. A derived time calculated for any following stages will have one minute added to the time. To be eligible for this derived time, the crew must report to the end of the section. If a vehicle is unable to reach the finish control of the stage they have stopped in, or any following control, under its own motive power, a derived time will not be calculated from that point on.
b) Competitors who fall behind the 999 Sweep Car on a touring stage will not be able to contest the following Targa Stage. The crew is required to record all arrival and departure times on the time card. Provided the crew is within its late time limit at the start control of the stage following the touring stage they fell behind on, and provided that the vehicle has not stopped to carry out service or refuelling, a derived time may be issued and ten seconds will be added to that time.
22. Stage Starts a) The start of a competition vehicle may only be delayed in relation to the scheduled starting time by the appropriate official. b) A false start, particularly one made before the electronic start or official has given the signal, shall be penalised by 1 minute. c) If, through the fault of the crew, a crew does not move into the start area when summoned to do so by the official a penalty of 1 minute per
every 30 seconds they delay the start will be applied. d) Competitors are to start a targa stage in the order that they arrive at the time control. Competitors are not to start out of order unless
instructed to do so by the line up officials or Stage Director. Failure to comply: 1 minute penalty. The Stage Director and line up officials will be deemed to be judges of fact. Vintage Rallye competitors are allowed to move up the queue.
23. Stage Finish
Targa stage will end at the flying finish, stopping between the yellow warning sign and the stop sign is forbidden and may result in a penalty up to exclusion.’
24. Interruption of a Targa Stage When a Targa stage has to be definitively stopped for any reason whatsoever before the last crew has covered it, a classification for the stage may be established by allocating to each crew which was unable to complete the stage because of the interruption, a derived time (refer to F29) However, no crew which is totally or partially responsible for stopping a stage may benefit from this measure.’
25. Safety Procedures
a) Flags/Lights i. The display of a white flag at the start or SOS Point means that a first intervention, rescue or ambulance vehicle is on the targa stage. ii. When a yellow/orange light is displayed prior to the scene of an incident competitors are required to slow down immediately to
60km/h, and proceed past the incident. Once past the incident, competitors may resume at ‘competition speed’. No overtaking is permitted in the area between the flashing light and the incident. Competitors observed not complying with this regulation will be charged and brought before the Clerk of Course who may impose a penalty up to exclusion.
iii. When a red flashing light is displayed at a SOS Point drivers are to acknowledge to officials (by nod of head or wave of hand) that they have seen the flashing red light, and are required to slow down immediately, and stop when it is safe to pull off the road.
iv. When safety triangles are displayed it is the following competitor’s responsibility to reduce their speed until they are past the incident for which the triangles have been displayed. Failure to do so will result in a penalty being applied by the Clerk of Course. Failure to remove triangles after an incident has been cleared will result in the offending competitor being penalised by the Clerk of Course.
b) Sweep Vehicles i. The last vehicle in each stage will be followed from the start by a Competition Sweep (999) vehicle which indicates that competition on
the Targa stage has ceased. ii. The horn of the Competition Sweep (999) will be sounded 3 times at cars stopped in the stage to indicate the Competition Sweep’s
passage. Thereafter, vehicles other than the First Intervention Vehicle are prohibited from driving on to, or along the stage until after the passage of the Police Sweep vehicle.
iii. The Police Sweep will leave the control after the Competition Sweep (999) at a time to be determined by the organisers. iv. Competitors who move after the passage of the Police Sweep must abide by all road regulations for that road, including speed limits,
and may not under any circumstances over take the Police Sweep. v. Any penalty for breach of this regulation (F27b) will be determined by the Clerk of Course, and may include exclusion from the event.
26. Derived Time
Time awarded by the Clerk of Course to a crew which has been prevented from contesting or completing a Targa Stage. The derived time is based on the crew’s performance relative to the fastest ten crews on each stage on the leg. Elapsed times are used in the calculations. The total of the average of the fastest ten crews over the stages completed on the leg is compared to the total time for the stages completed of the crew requesting the derived time. The derived time is then calculated using this comparison factor.
27. Late Time Limits The late time limit for each section (i.e.: start of the leg to the meal break; then from the meal break to end of the leg) will be:
• All Classic & Vintage (Cat 1 to 6): 60 minutes • All Modern (Cat 7 to 9): 30 minutes
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28. Change of Limit The late time limit may be increased by the Clerk of Course at any time if the circumstances warrant such an increase. If changed after the start of a section, competitors will be notified via sms text message where possible or via the start control noticeboard.
29. Late Time Penalty Crews whose accumulated late time exceeds their limit at any time control will be deemed to have failed to report to that control, even if they have actually reported to that control, and will be penalised 20 minutes for each section that the late time limit has been exceeded (Maximum 40 minutes per day).
30. Overtaking • Signal
The signal advising the need to overtake will be the sounding of the vehicle horn and/or the flashing of headlamps. • Right of Way
The overtaking vehicle has right of way. Should a driver indicate to overtake, the driver being overtaken must allow the overtaking vehicle to pass immediately by moving to the left side of the roadway and, if necessary, slow or stop. The overtaking vehicle may pass only on the right side of the overtaken vehicle.
• Failure to Permit Overtaking
Should the driver of a vehicle being overtaken not permit or hinder the overtaking vehicle at all and the overtaking driver reports such a breach to the organisers, the organisers will view any evidence provided and the Clerk of Course will impose the following penalty, which will be final:
• First offence for failure to permit overtaking 30 Seconds • Second offence for failure to permit overtaking 2 minute penalty • Third offence for failure to permit overtaking Exclusion
Overtaking complaints must be lodged with a Competitor Relations Officer at event headquarters within 30 minutes of the claimant's actual time of booking in at the end of the leg. Under no circumstances will a derived time be issued to the overtaking car and requests for derived times under these circumstances will not be accepted.
31. Controls a) Time
i. A time control is a start control of any touring stage, a finish control of any touring stage, the start line of any Targa stage or the stop point of any Targa stage. Officials at the stop point will advise the flying finish time via a whiteboard. Touring stage times have been calculated to allow for the time taken to travel from the flying finish to the start line of the next Targa stage.
ii. The penalty for not reporting to any time control within the prescribed late time limit is 20 minutes per section (maximum 40 minutes day)
iii. Controls will close with the passage of the official Police Sweep vehicle as per (F27b) b) Speeding in Control
Any vehicle reported as being driven into a stop point, after passing the ‘Stop 200’ sign, at a speed which is regarded as dangerous to the control officials, may lead to a penalty of up to exclusion.
c) Working on a Vehicle Working on vehicles in the control area is forbidden, except for cleaning of windscreens, or if the scrutineers consider that the state of a car has become so defective that the safety of normal road traffic might be affected, this car must be repaired in the presence of a scrutineer.
d) Unmanned Control Crews arriving at a control location which is no longer manned are required to note their time of arrival at that location on their time card.
32. Touring Stages & Traffic a) Quiet Zones
All towns on the route are considered to be Quiet Zones (unless they are part of a Targa stage). Vehicles must be driven within the posted speed limit and with a minimum level of noise. Failure to observe quiet zone restrictions will render the offending crew liable to a penalty of 20 minutes per infringement.
b) Early or Late Arrival Early or late arrival at the end of a touring stage will not involve a time penalty. However, late time will accrue at the rate of 1 second for each second of time taken in excess of the time allowed for the touring stage. Late time cannot be regained by early arrival at any time control.
c) Weighing Stations i. Vehicle weighing stations may be located on any touring stage. The organisers may, at their discretion, weigh any vehicle and
vehicles may be weighed more than once in a Leg. ii. The penalty for not stopping at a weighing station when required to do so will be 20 minutes per station. iii. The time the officials take to weigh a vehicle will be recorded by them so that the crews late time is not affected.
d) Scrutiny Controls i. Scrutiny controls may be located within touring stages and will not be nominated in the Road Books. A board with the words
‘SCRUTINY CONTROL’ on a white background will indicate that a monitoring control is ahead and will immediately be followed by a board with the word ‘STOP’ on a red background.
ii. Should a competitor fail to report at a Scrutiny Control when required to do so, the competitor will be liable to a penalty of 20 minutes. e) Traffic
Throughout the entire rally, the crews must strictly observe the traffic laws of Tasmania. Any crew which does not comply with these traffic laws shall be subject to the penalties set out below:
� First infringement : a cash penalty equal to that of the penalty � Second infringement : a 5-minute time penalty plus a cash penalty equal to that of the penalty. � Third infringement : exclusion and a cash penalty equal to that of the penalty.
Payment must be made before the commencement of the next leg of the event. In the case of Leg Five, payment must be made by 10pm Sunday May 2 2010. Any delay in making payment shall entail suspension from the event or withholding of prizes if offence occurred on Leg Five for the period during which a fine remains unpaid. Payments can be made via a CRO. Note: Fines and penalties applied by Tasmania Police will be in addition to the above. Crews are reminded that speeds in excess of 37km/h above the posted speed limit attract a minimum Tasmania Police penalty of 3 months driver licence suspension and 4 demerit points plus $250 fine.
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33. Running Order The running order will be partially altered prior to travelling to the finish and this location will be notified in the Road Book. The organisers reserve the right to alter the running order of award winning crews after the final Targa stage on Leg Five in order to allow the crews to arrive at the finish earlier than their normal time to meet media commitments.
34. Reconnaissance Recce Notes will be available to competitors from late December 2009.
a) Traffic Regulations Reconnaissance must be conducted within the designated speed limits and respecting all other road traffic laws. Speed limits in Tasmania
are clearly signposted and must be respected at all times other than when competing on a Targa stage. A member of the Tasmania Police is a Judge of Fact in relation to breaches of traffic laws.
b) Vehicles Reconnaissance must be conducted only in a normal road-registered vehicles (not competition vehicles) which do not carry any sign-writing relating to the event.
c) Limited During the 3 week period prior to the event, reconnaissance is limited to a maximum of three passes over any targa stage on any 1 day.
d) Forbidden In the interests of community relations, the organisers reserve the right to forbid reconnaissance on certain Targa stages during the week prior to the event. Any such restrictions will be advised in a bulletin.
e) Practising Any violation of road traffic laws arising from ‘practising’ in any vehicle at any time prior to the event may lead to competitor/s concerned being denied permission to participate in the event, and being charged by the organisers for an act prejudicial to motor sport.
f) Breaches Any breach of these regulations relating to reconnaissance, shall, in addition to F37e) where applicable, be referred to the Organisers for consideration, who may apply a penalty of up to exclusion from the event and forfeiture of all entry fees paid.
g) Accidents Any competitor found to be at fault in a traffic accident on a Targa stage pre event will be excluded from the event and forfeit all entry fees paid.
35. Restriction Zone The organisers may place ‘speed restriction zones’ on nominated targa stages. The following rules will apply:
a) The ‘speed restriction zone’ will be a nominated distance. b) There will be a nominated maximum average speed permitted through the zone. c) A timing system will be used to determine the average speed of vehicles through the zone. d) There will be a nominated minimum time allowed for a vehicle to pass through the zone. e) A radar gun may also be used to detect the speed of vehicles at any point through the zone and the operators of these guns will be
Judges of Fact in accordance with regulation G3. f) Approach warning boards will be erected at 300m, 200m and 100m prior to the start of a ‘speed restriction zone’. g) The start and finish of the Zone will be designated by boards – ‘start speed limit’ and ‘finish speed limit’. h) Overtaking is not permissible within the Speed Zone. i) Vehicles must not stop within the Zone, and must maintain a constant speed through the Zone, or must not slow dramatically within the
Zone. The following penalties will apply:
• For exceeding the nominated speed limit through the ‘speed restriction zone’ - 10 minutes. • For any vehicle exceeding 150km/h - offenders will be subject to a penalty up to exclusion from the event, and may also include exclusion
from the Targa Trophy Classification. • For stopping or dramatically slowing within the ‘speed restriction zone’ – 5 minutes. • Inappropriate overtaking – 5 minutes.
36. Security Parks, Expos and Parc Ferme
a) Security Park A security park is an area in which the vehicles will be parked after pre-event scrutiny and overnight after each leg in a secure environment.
i. Vehicles must be parked in the overnight security park at the end of each leg by 6.30pm. ii. For fire protection purposes when vehicles are placed in the Silverdome Security Park, vehicles must be unlocked at all times. The
Silverdome is a secure location. b) Removal of Vehicle from a Security Park
Only vehicles that can show a genuine need to the Chief Scrutineer may remove their vehicle from a security park for extensive repairs, without penalty. Written permission of the Chief Scrutineer is required. Application for the removal of any vehicle must be lodged with the Chief Scrutineer before 7.00pm. Applications will not be approved after 7.00pm.
c) Vehicle Expo A vehicle expo is a time period when all vehicles parked in a security park will be on public display. It is a requirement that all competition
vehicles be present. Vehicles CANNOT be removed from a security park during an Expo. Vehicle Expos will be held on: • Tuesday 27 April: Silverdome, Launceston – 7.00pm to 10.00pm • Friday 30 April: Silverdome, Launceston – 7.00pm to 10.00pm • Saturday 2 May: Strahan Village – 7.00pm onwards due to parking restraints
d) Parc Ferme An area where vehicles are impounded and cannot be removed without the authority of the Clerk of Course. Once in parc ferme access to vehicles is limited and working on vehicles is prohibited. i. Removal of Vehicle from Parc Ferme
Between 8am Sunday 25 April and 6pm Monday 26 April a vehicle may be removed from Parc Ferme without penalty for publicity or promotion purposes arranged by the organisers. A vehicle may also be removed, without penalty, for such
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purposes arranged by an entrant or by a crew, but only with the approval of the organisers. ii. End of Event Parc Ferme
Rookie Rallye – After booking into the final time control at the end of leg 2 all vehicles will be placed into parc ferme and will remain in this area until the chief scrutineer gives permission for the vehicles to move to the publicity finish (refer to C13). Competition and Vintage – After crossing the publicity finish line on leg 5, those vehicles nominated by the Chief Scrutineer will be placed in parc ferme and will remain in this area until released by the Clerk of Course (refer to C13).
37. Service Crews
a) Registration Service crew members may be registered with the organisers by completing the appropriate registration form and lodging it along with a registration fee of $75 per person prior to 10 March 2010 and $90 per person after 10 March 2010. This fee includes entry to all vehicle expos, service crew instructions, vehicle decals (to be placed as instructed), event cap, Finish BBQ drinks voucher, identification swing tag and wrist band, which must be worn at all times and are essential for entry into all service areas and expo security parks. AASA Personal Accident Insurance is provided for registered service crew members. Service crew registration kits may be collected from the service crew registration desk at Silverdome during documentation. All service crew members must be over 16 years of age at the commencement of the event. All service crew members will need to have signed before the service crew kit will be released - (parts of kits will not be issued.)
b) Identification and Instructions Service crews will be issued with personal identification and service crew instructions at documentation, together with service vehicle identification decals. These decals must be placed on the vehicle so registered in the specified location.
c) Instructions of Officials As service crews are acknowledged participants in the event, they are required to obey the instructions of the officials of the event and ensure that during the event the personal identification provided is displayed at all times.
d) Restricted Areas Service crews may not enter any parc ferme without the approval of the Chief Scrutineer. Service vehicles are not permitted in any security park (at overnight stops) or lunchbreak locations. The area reserved for extensive repairs near the security park (F41) can only be utilised with the express permission of the Chief Scrutineer.
e) Traffic Regulations Service crews’ are required to observe all traffic regulations and respect the traffic laws of Tasmania.
f) Traffic The organisers may receive advice of speeding from the Tasmania Police. Entrants of offending service crews will be charged by the Clerk of Course as follows:
• First offence: $200 • Second offence: $500 • Third and subsequent offences: $1,000
The entrant or competitor, for whom the service crew is registered, will be responsible for the payment of fines imposed by the organisers on that service crew. Payment must be made before the commencement of the next leg of the event. In the case of Leg Five, payment must be made by 10pm Sunday 2 May 2010. Any delay in making payment shall entail suspension from the event or withholding of prizes if offence occurred on leg 5 for the period during which a fine remains unpaid. Payments can be made via a CRO. Note: Fines and penalties applied by Tasmania Police will be in addition to the above. Crews are reminded that speeds in excess of 37km/h above the posted speed limit attract a minimum Tasmania Police penalty of 3 months driver licence suspension and 4 demerit points plus $250 fine.
g) Further Requirements Any further requirements relating to service crews will be advised in a bulletin.
38. Re-fuelling Refuelling is not restricted except on suburban streets and built up areas. All Targa Officials are judges of fact. A one minute penalty will apply for each offence.
39. Service Areas
A service area will be nominated by the organisers prior to the overnight security park where competitors will be allowed to service their vehicles prior to entering the security park. Competitors do not have to use the service area and may use another location to service their vehicle.
• Only registered service crews will be allowed to enter the service areas. • For those competitors needing to carry out extensive repairs to their vehicles, the organisers will provide an area at or near the security park where
such repairs may be carried out. • It is the competitor’s responsibility to inform a scrutineer that they wish to carry out such repairs, so that they can be directed to the appropriate
location.
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SECTION G - PROTESTS AND PENALTIES Penalties for breaches of these regulations will be applied as follows:
i. Where a mandatory penalty is specified in these regulations, which must be imposed for the relevant offence, the penalty may be imposed without prior consultation with the competitor.
ii. Where a penalty is specified in these regulations and the penalty is to be determined by the Clerk of Course the competitor will be notified and the matter will be investigated by the Clerk of Course and the appropriate penalty will be applied. In such cases, if a competitor disagrees with the application of the penalty, that competitor may protest to the Stewards of the event.
iii. Where a penalty is specified in these regulations and the offence is determined by a judge of fact, the penalty may be imposed without consultation with the competitor.
1. Protests All protests concerning the application of the regulations must be lodged in writing and handed to the Chief Competitor Relations Officer to be forwarded on to the Clerk of Course together with the protest fee which is non refundable if the protest is judged unfounded. For this event the time limit for the lodgement of protests will be in accordance with Section 12-24 of the current AASA NCR's, subject to the following exceptions:
a) For the purposes of determining the time limit for protests as to the validity of an entry, qualification of a scrutiny will be deemed to have been completed at 6:30pm on Tuesday 27 April 2010, or such later time as will be notified on the Official Notice Board. Any protest should be lodged forthwith, but not later than 30 minutes after the completion of scrutiny.
b) A protest against any mistake, irregularity or act to the prejudice of the competition occurring, or becoming apparent while the competition is taking place, must be lodged:
• not later than 30 minutes after the finish of all legs of the competition. The competition will be deemed to finish at 6.30pm. • Notwithstanding the above, if an enquiry lodged with the organisers is not answered until a later time, any protest must be lodged no
later than 30 minutes after the finish of competition at the end of the Leg during which the answer is provided. The leg will be deemed finished at 6.30pm each day.
c) A protest against any decision of the organisers contained in any class list or start order must be lodged within 1 hour of the posting of the list. Postings on the Official Notice Board will be as follows:
• Starting Order for Temco Prologue at George Town- 6pm Monday 26 April 2010 • Interim List of Classes- 7.00pm Monday 26 April 2010 • Provisional Entry List- 9.30pm Monday 26 April 2010 • Provisional List of Classes- 9.30pm Tuesday 27 April 2010 • Start Order for Leg 1- 9.30pm Tuesday 27 April 2010 • Start Order for Leg 2- 9.30pm Wednesday 28 April 2010 • Start Order for Leg 3- 9.30pm Thursday 29 April 2010 • Start Order for Leg 4- 9.30pm Friday 30 April 2010 • Start Order for Leg 5- 9.30pm Saturday 1 May 2010 • Provisional Final Classifications- 7pm Sunday 2 May 2010
Protests relating to the due and proper compilation, assessment or publication of results must be lodged within 30 minutes of the Provisional Final Classifications being placed on the Official Notice Board (H2)
2. Appeals Appeals must be lodged in accordance with Section 18 of the AASA NCR’s and accompanied by the prescribed fee.
3. Judges of Fact Any official appointed by the organisers will be a Judge of Fact in regard to:
A B C D E F G H I J K
Vehicle not under own motive power � � � � � �
Cutting corners �
Opposite direction on Targa stage � �
Not wearing a safety belt � � � �
Not wearing safety apparel � � � �
Speed of a vehicle �
Weight of a vehicle �
Working on a vehicle in control � �
False start at Targa stage start line �
Headlamps not turned on � � �
Not wearing wristband � � � � �
Using incorrect fuel �
Tyre condition / replacement �
A - Members of the Board of Management B- Control Officials C- Control, Road Closure & Spectator Officials D- Start line Officials E- Emergency Services Officials F- Scrutineers G- Speed Monitoring Control Officials H-Officials Appointed to Monitor Corner Cutting I- Officials Appointed to Monitor Fuel J- Recovery Manager K- Crew of 999 Course Car
i. Any Medical Officer appointed by the organisers is a Judge of Fact as to the medical condition of a competitor. ii. Any member of the Tasmania Police is a Judge of Fact in relation to traffic regulations infringements.
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SECTION H - RESULTS
1. Classification Crews will be classified for each competition as follows:
a) General Classification (i.e.: outright placing’s) in which the crews will be listed in ascending order of aggregate time penalties; b) Vehicle Category Classification in which the crews will be listed in ascending order of aggregate time penalties within each category.
(except Vintage Rallye and Rookie Rallye) c) Vehicle Class Classification in which the crews will be listed in ascending order of aggregate time penalties within each class. (except
Vintage Rallye and Rookie Rallye) d) Teams Classification in which the teams will be listed in ascending order of aggregate time penalties within each team award (refer to I9
and I17). (except Vintage Rallye and Rookie Rallye) e) Finishers Classification for each crew which reports with its vehicle, or parts thereof, to the finish control at Wrest Point on Sunday 2
May 2010 (Rookie Rallye- Silverdome on Thursday 29 April) before the completion of the Champagne Shower presentation f) Targa Trophy Classification (I21a) (except Rookie Rallye) g) Golden Targa Trophy Classification (I21b) (except Rookie Rallye) h) Platinum Targa Trophy Classification (I21d) (except Rookie Rallye) i) Diamond Targa Trophy Classification (I21e) (except Rookie Rallye) j) Golden Diamond Targa Trophy Classification (I21f) (except Rookie Rallye) k) Platinum Diamond Targa Trophy Classification (I21g) (except Rookie Rallye) l) Such other classifications as are necessary to determine results for other awards and trophies.
2. Provisional and Final Classifications
Provisional Final Classifications will be posted on the Official Notice Board at event headquarters.
• Rookie Rallye - 9pm on Thursday 29 April 2010
• All other Competitions - 9pm on Sunday 2 May 2010
If, for any reason, it is not possible to post these classifications at this time a notice will be placed on the Official Notice Board indicating when they will be posted. This notice will be amended if necessary until such time that the classifications are posted. Protests against any error or irregularity occurring during a competition, referring to the non-compliance of vehicles with the regulations and concerning the classification established at the end of the event shall, except in circumstances which the stewards of the meeting consider as physically impossible, be made within thirty minutes of the official publication of the results.
The unofficial scores will be removed from the official notice board at 6pm on the above days.
3. Results Enquiries Enquiries regarding scores/times must be lodged with a CRO as follows:
i. Vintage Rallye • From Leg 1 – By the time the last car leaves the Silverdome on Thursday morning (Leg 2). • From Leg 3 – By the time the last car leaves the Silverdome on Saturday morning (Leg 4). • From Leg 4 – By the time the last car leaves Strahan on Sunday morning (Leg 5). • From Leg 5 – By 6.00pm Sunday evening at Event Headquarters, Wrest Point.
ii. Rookie Rallye • From Leg 1 – by the time the last car leaves the Silverdome on Thursday morning (Leg 2). • From Leg 2 – For section 1, by the time the last car leaves the St Helens Lunch Stop. • For section 2, 10 minutes after the competitor is booked in to the end of leg control.
iii. Competition • From Leg 1 – By the time the last car leaves the Silverdome on Thursday morning (Leg 2). • From Leg 2 – By the time the last car leaves the Silverdome on Friday morning (Leg 3). • From Leg 3 – By the time the last car leaves the Silverdome on Saturday morning (Leg 4). • From Leg 4 – By the time the last car leaves Strahan on Sunday morning (Leg 5). • From Leg 5 – By 6.00pm Sunday evening at Event Headquarters, Wrest Point.
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SECTION I - AWARDS
1. General a) All awards will be presented to the nominated drivers and co-drivers or navigators unless otherwise specified in the details of awards b) It is a condition of receiving an award that the driver and co-driver or navigator (or their nominee) is present at the official prize giving,
unless prior advice of inability to attend has been given to and accepted by the Event Manager- Sales & Marketing.
TARGA TASMANIA VINTAGE RALLYE 2. Winners Vintage Rallye (Handicap)
First: Trophies Second: Trophies Third: Trophies
TARGA TASMANIA ROOKIE RALLYE 3. Winners- Modern
First: Trophies + free entry into Targa Wrest Point 2011 Second: Trophies Third: Trophies
4. Winners- Classic First: Trophies + free entry into Targa Wrest Point 2011 Second: Trophies Third: Trophies
TARGA TASMANIA CLASSIC 5. Winners Overall (Handicap)
First: Trophies Second: Trophies Third: Trophies
6. Winners First: Trophies Second: Trophies Third: Trophies
7. Category Winners (SS, LMS & MS) (Handicap) First: Trophies
8. Class Winners (SS, LMS & MS) (Handicap) (Organisers reserve the right to merge classes) First: Trophies
9. Teams Any group of three or four classic cars (category 2 to 6) may declare themselves to be a team, subject to the completion of the appropriate application form (available from the organisers), and which must be lodged by no later than 9pm on Tuesday 27 April 2010, together with the prescribed team entry fee of $160 per team. The winning teams score will be the aggregate of the three best results from the general classification and awards will be presented to all members of the winning team, provided they are classified as finishers.
10. Family Award A ‘Family Award’ will be presented to the highest placed "family" in the event. This award is open to husband/wife, parent/child and siblings (brother/sister).
11. Shannons V8 Muscle Car Challenge This award is reserved for competitors vehicles manufactured between January 1 1962 and 31 December 1981 (Categories 3 to 6) that utilise an Australian or US built V8 engine. Holden LC & LJ Torana’s and Chrysler E49 Chargers are also eligible. The award will be presented to the highest placed eligible vehicle based on the outright results.
TARGA TASMANIA MODERN 12. Winners
First: Trophies Second: Trophies Third: Trophies
13. Winners- Early Modern First: Trophies Second: Trophies Third: Trophies
14. Winners- Showroom First: Trophies Second: Trophies Third: Trophies
15. Category Winners (SS, LMS, MS, PR, 2WD-SR & 4WD-SR) First: Trophies
16. Class Winners (SS, LMS, MS & SR) First: Trophies
17. Teams Any group of three or four modern cars (category 7 to 9) may declare themselves to be a team, subject to the completion of the appropriate application form (available from the organisers), and which must be lodged by no later than 9pm on Tuesday 27 April 2010, together with the prescribed team entry fee of $160 per team. The teams score will be the aggregate of the three best results from the general classification and awards will be presented to all members of the winning team, provided they are classified as finishers.
18. Family Award A ‘Family Award’ will be presented to the highest placed "family" in the event. This award is open to husband/wife, parent/child and siblings (brother/sister).
TARGA TASMANIA TOUR
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19. Tourist Trophy Will be presented to the driver and co-driver or navigator of each crew who has completed each and every Targa stage.
20. Golden Tourist Trophy Will be presented to any crew member (driver, co-driver or navigator) who satisfies the requirements for an Ultimate Tourist Trophy three successive years of the event. The Golden Tourist Trophy will be presented in lieu of the normal Tourist Trophy award.
OTHER AWARDS (EXCEPT ROOKIE RALLYE & TOUR) 21. Targa Trophies
a) A Targa Trophy will be presented to the driver and co-driver or navigator of each crew who has completed each and every Targa stage within the trophy time specified in the road books for their vehicle class (or as adjusted under F17 or F18)
b) A Golden Targa Trophy will be presented to any competitor (driver, co-driver or navigator) who satisfies the requirements for a Targa trophy in three successive years of the event. The Golden Targa Trophy will be presented in lieu of the normal Targa trophy award
c) A competitor winning a fourth consecutive Targa trophy will be awarded a normal Targa trophy (not another Golden Targa Trophy) and starts on the cycle towards winning a Platinum Targa Trophy.
d) A Platinum Targa Trophy will be presented to any competitor who has already won a Golden Targa Trophy, and since winning that trophy, has again satisfied the requirements for a Targa trophy in three successive years. The Platinum Targa Trophy will be presented in lieu of the normal Targa trophy award. A Platinum Trophy can be won in two separate groups of three. It is not necessary to achieve six successive Targa trophies.
e) A Diamond Targa Trophy will be presented to any competitor who has already won a Platinum Targa Trophy, and since winning that trophy, has again satisfied the requirements for a Targa trophy in three successive years. A Diamond Trophy can be won in three separate groups of three. It is not necessary to achieve nine successive Targa trophies
f) A Golden Diamond Targa Trophy will be presented to any competitor who has already won a Diamond Targa Trophy, and since winning that trophy, has again satisfied the requirements for a Targa trophy in three successive years. A Golden Diamond Trophy can be won in four separate groups of three. It is not necessary to achieve twelve successive Targa trophies
g) A Platinum Diamond Targa Trophy will be presented to any competitor who has already won a Golden Diamond Targa Trophy, and since winning that trophy, has again satisfied the requirements for a Targa trophy in three successive years. Upon receipt of a Platinum Diamond Targa Trophy the competitor will be inducted into the Hall of Fame Targa Legends Section, at the Presentation Dinner on Monday 3 May 2010 at Wrest Point. A Platinum Golden Diamond Trophy can be won in five separate groups of three. It is not necessary to achieve 15 successive Targa trophies
22. Denny Hulme Memorial Award Award judged by the organisers and made to the competitors who are deemed to have made the most noteworthy effort to overcome adversity in order to finish the event. The road books will include nomination forms to enable competitors to nominate for the award.
23. Temco Prologue at George Town Awards Trophies will be presented to the fastest vehicle in each category (1 to 9). Trophies will be presented at the Trophy Presentation Dinner on Monday 3 May at Wrest Point.
24. John Large 15 Year Competitor Memorial Award Awarded to those competitors who have competed in 15 years of Targa Tasmania in memory of John Large the founder of Targa Tasmania who passed away in April 2006 during the 15th anniversary event. In receiving the John Large Memorial Award, the competitor will be inducted into the Targa Tasmania Hall of Fame at the Trophy Presentation Dinner on Monday 3 May at Wrest Point.
25. Prize money A yet to be determined amount of prize money will be paid to three crews based on finishing position in the outright results across all competitions.
26. Finishers Medallion Finisher's Medallions will be presented to competitors when the competing vehicle, or parts thereof, crosses the official finish line of the event at Wrest Point on Sunday 2 May 2010 (Rookie Rallye- Silverdome on Thursday 29 April) before the completion of the Champagne Shower presentation.
27. Award Presentation Dinner The Trophy Presentation Dinner will be held on Monday 3 May 2010 in the Tasman Room at Wrest Point in Hobart commencing at 6.00pm for 6.30pm. All competitions, Gold, Platinum, Diamond, Gold Diamond, Platinum Diamond & Hall of Fame Legends Induction, 10 Year Competitor, John Large 15 Year Competitor Award & Hall of Fame Induction, Denny Hulme Award, Temco Prologue Awards, Family Awards, V8 Muscle Car Challenge Award, Teams & Category trophies will be awarded.
28. Award Collection All awards will be available for collection in the foyer outside the Tasman Room from 10.00am until 4.00pm Monday 3 May 2010. Awards that are not collected at the event may be posted after the event but will incur a charge of $80 per trophy for courier of Targa & Class Trophies. All other awards will incur a higher charge. No award will be sent until payment has been received. Awards will NOT be available for collection on Tuesday morning but may be collected from the Octagon Hobart office at 136 Davey St from 9.00am Thursday 6 May 2010.
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SECTION J - THE TOUR
• Pre Event Scrutiny is to be conducted as per competition – refer C3 & C4
1. Road Books Road books which provide comprehensive details of the course will be issued to crews at documentation. The use of Pace Notes is prohibited. Crews found using Pace Notes will be excluded from the Tour. It is important that at least one crew member be able to read a road book, particularly on touring stages.
2. Course Crews are required to follow the course in packets of up to 15 vehicles, lead by an organiser’s course vehicle.
3. Changes The organisers may neutralise any stage or stages of the event, re-group the field in regard to running order, re-schedule any part of the course, or terminate the event at any time.
4. Start Order A list informing packets and packet order will be placed on the Official Notice Board. Packets and packet orders may be adjusted after each Leg. The Tour Co-ordinator may change the order of a packet at anytime.
5. Reporting for the Days Activities Crews are required to report to the security park 20 minutes before their due time of departure. They are then to report to their vehicle and prepare to leave when instructed to do so by the Tour Leader. Late arrival will render the crew liable to a penalty of $110.
6. Withdrawal or Retirement Any crew which withdraws from the event and does not intend to rejoin at any future time, must complete the ‘Notification of Withdrawal’ form supplied with the Road Book and hand this to a control official, recovery official, or other course officials, or another crew, for transmission to the organisers and must notify the Tour Co-ordinator of their intentions. Refunds will not be given.
7. Targa Stages At start of stages:
• Participants are to queue behind the Tour Leader vehicle on the side of the road (not in the middle) as directed • The Tour Leader vehicle will give two minutes warning prior to departure and participants are then required to be in their vehicles, with
seat belts done up • If a vehicle is not ready to start in its proper order, it may be directed to pull to the side of the road and miss touring through the stage • No departure time will be recorded, and no time card issued • Failure to move forward in convoy when instructed to do so will be reported to the Clerk of Course, who may impose a penalty, including
exclusion from the Tour Through Stages:
• Participants are to follow the Tour Leader car through the stage in convoy and normal safe driving practices are to be adopted at all times • Speed will be limited to the posted limits, irrespective of the road being closed to public traffic • Participants are not permitted to ‘drop back’ and then accelerate at high speed • Overtaking is not permitted, unless a vehicle in front has mechanical problems and has slowed down perceptively and a clear signal is
given by the overtaken driver. • Observers, who will be Judges of Fact, will be located around the course to make judgements on the following:
• Participants not maintaining formation • Sliding or drifting • Locked wheels while braking • Driving off the edges of the sealed surface • Body damage
Violations will be reported to the Clerk of Course and the following action taken: • First offence: participant required to appear before the Clerk of Course, who will consider the nature of the infringement and apply a
penalty as deemed appropriate • Second offence: appear before the Clerk of Course who will consider a penalty as deemed appropriate • Third offence: denied permission to continue in the Tour • Travelling along a stage in the wrong direction could lead to exclusion from the Tour
8. At the Finish At the finish of stages, participants must slow down and be prepared to stop, and then continue to follow the Tour Leader vehicle into the next transport stage. No arrival time is recorded.
9. Lunchbreaks Participants are to park in convoy behind the Tour Leader vehicle. If refuelling is required, arrangements to do so are to be made with the Tour Leader.
10. Overtaking Overtaking on Targa stages is not permitted in the Tour. The penalty for overtaking is $110.
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ADDENDUM A
ENTRIES
TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR THE INVITATION PROCESS
1. General (a) Applications for Invitations to Compete in Targa Tasmania 2010 open at 9am on 5 May 2009, and close at 5pm on 2 March 2010. (b) Applications are to be lodged with the organisers on the official application form; specifying the vehicle in which the applicant has nominated to compete; listing the
exact year the vehicle was built; plus full details of ALL modifications made to the original specifications of the vehicle; and be accompanied by an application fee of AUD$800.
(c) An Invitation to Compete, (including entrants eligible for Early Bird discount), is issued by the organisers at their sole discretion. Any such invitation applies only to the nominated entrant, the nominated driver and the nominated vehicle as described in the “Vehicle Specifications” section of this application.
(d) An entrant wishing to change the vehicle originally nominated or to vary its specifications in any way after an invitation to compete has been issued, must notify the Organisers who, at their sole discretion, reserve the right to withdraw the original invitation and consider the proposed replacement vehicle as a new application. Vehicle changes must be submitted on the “Change of Vehicle” form.
(e) The organisers reserve the right to decline to issue an Invitation to Compete (including Early Bird applicants) in Targa Tasmania 2010 without giving a reason. (f) An entrant invited to compete will be notified within seven days of the organisers decision to issue a provisional or final invitation. (g) The maximum number of starters is limited by road closure arrangements, and under current circumstances will not exceed 260 for the Competition, 40 for the
Rookie Rallye, 10 for Vintage Rallye and 40 for the Tour. (j) It is a condition of entry that, from the completion of each vehicles pre-start scrutiny, the vehicle is subject to parc ferme conditions as set down in the Supplementary
Regulations. (k) It is a condition of entry that Tour entrants attend any Show & Shine or Concours, arranged by the organisers during the event. (l) The entrant agrees all film and video rights for the event are jointly the property of the organisers, Octagon Australia Pty Ltd and Southern Cross Television.
Competitors are permitted to carry video cameras in their vehicles for the purpose of recording video/still footage for their private viewing, but the organisers retain copyright of all film/video footage associated with the event.
(m) Any commercial arrangements made by the entrants and crew members for the sale of film or video/still footage, or viewing of such footage in a public place, must be approved in writing by the organisers. Entrants and crew members are advised to contact the organisers prior to making commitments for any such commercial arrangement. Failure to observe this regulation may lead to legal action by the organisers for a breach of copyright.
(n) All crew members agree to the use in perpetuity of their names and photographs, and photographs of their vehicles, in publicity material issued by the Organisers or the event sponsors and to comply with the film and video regulations.
(o) All crew members agree that their names and contact details may be made available to and be used by sponsors and licensees of the event. (p) The organisers have the right in perpetuity to authorise the production, distribution and sale of models, photographs or other forms of reproduction of any vehicle
participating in the event, in competition livery (including drivers, co-drivers and navigator names) for event-related promotions. (q) The entrant of the outright winning vehicle in each competition permits the vehicle to be road tested for a major motoring magazine on 4 May 2010, if so required. (r) Applications may be submitted post Close of Applications, but will incurr an additional fee of $800. No application will be accepted after 16 March 2010.
2. Entry Fees (Including GST) Applications requesting an invitation to compete must be accompanied by an application fee of AUD$800.00.
(a) Regular Entry Fees: For vehicles nominated for the Vintage Rallye Section AUD$3990 For vehicles nominated for the Rookie Rallye section AUD$2490 For vehicles nominated for the Classic section AUD$6690 For vehicles nominated for the Modern section AUD$7490 The Entry Fee will include the following items in all sections:
• Targa Tasmania vehicle number plates • A voucher to be used to purchase items from Targa Tasmania's official merchandise range.
Please note : if not collected during event, merchandise entitlement is void. • Tickets for two crew members to the Welcome Party and Award Presentation Dinner (Dinner not included in Rookie Rallye) • During event shuttle bus service to and from Expos and overnight stops and accommodation houses nominated by the Organisers • Lunches for two crew members on each day of the competition • Towing Services to End of Leg • Luggage Truck Transfers • An additional $500 is applicable for Japanese entrants to provide all year round interpretation services and management support services during
the event. • For Tour participants only, the entry fee will include tickets for two crew members to a pre-event welcome luncheon, the George Town Hospitality
Villa and the Official Finish VIP Area.
(b) Fully Paid Fees: For vehicles nominated for the Vintage Rallye Section AUD$3390 For vehicles nominated for the Rookie Rallye section AUD$2090 For vehicles nominated for the Classic section AUD$5790 For vehicles nominated for the Modern section AUD$6290 This fee is conditional upon:
i. The nominated vehicle being acceptable to the Organisers ii. The Application Form and full payment being received at the Octagon Hobart office before close of business (5pm) on 31 August 2009. The Fully Paid Early
Bird Fee includes all the benefits set out in the relevant section of 2(a) above. (c) Early Bird Fees:
For vehicles nominated for the Vintage Rallye Section AUD$3890 For vehicles nominated for the Rookie Rallye section AUD$2290 For vehicles nominated for the Classic section AUD$6190 For vehicles nominated for the Modern section AUD$6990
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This is conditional upon: i. The nominated vehicle being acceptable to the organisers ii. The Application Form and Application Fee being received at the Octagon Hobart office before the close of business (5pm) on 31 August 2009. The Early
Bird Entry Fee includes all the benefits set out in the relevant sections of 2(a) above. iii. All payments of subsequent instalments being paid by the due date. (Note: late payment of any instalment will automatically convert an Early Bird entry into
a Standard Entry.)
3. Additional crew members May be nominated as replacements during the event, but the nomination must be submitted in writing on the required form. Acceptance of the nomination will be at the discretion of the organisers. For example, to cover the costs of merchandise, function tickets and administration, a fee of AUD$400 will apply for each additional person nominated for each vehicle. This additional fee may be reduced or waived at the discretion of the Organisers.
a. If for any reason, an entrant fails to utilise an amount in the entry fee allocated for variable costs such as merchandise, function tickets, and scrutiny, the balance shall be regarded as administration costs borne and will therefore be retained by the organisers.
b. All Entry Fees must be paid by 31 March 2010. c. If any Entry Fee is not received within the specified time, the Organisers reserve the right to withdraw the invitation and allocate the vehicle competition
number to another invited applicant. d. In normal circumstances, the organisers will issue an invoice with your Invitation Pack and issue monthly statements, but failure to receive an invoice or
statement shall not relieve an entrant of the obligation to make the required payments. Entry fees are subject to variation depending upon insurance costs
4. Withdrawal and Refunds • An applicant whose application is rejected will have the amount of monies paid as a deposit refunded. • An applicant who applies to compete and who then withdraws from the competition will forfeit the application fee and have the balance refunded. • An applicant who applies to compete and who then withdraws and transfers to the 2011 event will have all payment transferred to Targa Tasmania 2011.
i. Transferred applicants will NOT be automatically issued with an invitation to compete in 2011 (refer iv below) ii. Transferred applicants are required to lodge an application with the organisers on the official application form for 2011. iii. If a transferred applicant does not subsequently compete in Targa Tasmania 2011, the full amount that was transferred from 2010 is forfeited iv. Transfer of entry from 2010 removes the guarantee of an entry spot into the 20th Anniversary event in 2011. The transferred entry will only be
considered for acceptance once all guaranteed spots have been allocated.
ADDENDUM B LATE TIME / TROPHY TIME / BASE TIME / TIME ALLOWED – AN EXPLANATION (F16)
1. LATE TIME Time in excess of the Trophy Time is Late Time and crews have a Late Time Limit (set for each Section) in which to complete the competition. Once a crew has exceeded the Late Time Limit for a Section, it is deemed to have missed controls (even though the crew may have passed through them) and is penalised accordingly. Late Time Limits are listed in the Supplementary Regulations at F27.
2. TROPHY TIMES The trophy time is the target time set for a crew to complete a Targa stage in order to qualify for a Targa trophy. These times are set individually for each category and class and are listed in the road books.
3. BASE TIMES The base time is the target time set for a crew to complete a Targa stage without incurring a time penalty. Time achieved under the base time does not count, and no advantage is gained by being under this time.
a) Modern, Early Modern, Classic, Showroom and Rookie Competitions All vehicles have the same base time (and is called the Standard Base Time) irrespective of category and class. c) Vintage and Classic Overall Competitions Base times are set for each class, with the time applying to all crews in a given class. The base time is determined by adding the Classic
Handicap Table (CHT) to the Standard Base Time. The base times are determined by applying the Classic Handicap Table (CHT) for each class. The CHT is expressed in seconds per minute, and is added to the Standard Base Time (as used for the Modern Competition) to give the base time for a given class. The handicap is calculated by applying a factor to each age (category), degree of modification (specification), and power (engine capacity). eg: Class 4SSB has a CH of 11.5 (seconds per minute). The Standard Base Time for a stage is 5 minutes; therefore the Index for Class 4SSB is determined as follows:
• The Index = Standard Base Time x handicap o = 5 min x 11.5 sec o = 58 sec (rounded up)
• The stage base time for a vehicle in Class 4SSB = the Standard Base Time + the handicap o = 5 min + 58 sec o = 5 min 58 sec
• This is the time that is deducted off the crew’s elapsed time (assume this was 7 min 34 sec) to give the penalty time: o = 7 min 34 sec – 5 min 58 sec o = 1min 36 sec
The crew with the least penalty time is the winner of the various classifications (refer to H1). Other penalties, if incurred, are to be added to the penalty time. The calculated base times (the Index) will be listed in the road book for each targa stage, thus crew members will not have to carry out their own calculations.
4. TIME ALLOWED 'Time Allowed' is the time listed in the road book to complete a touring stage. If this time is exceeded there is no penalty, but the time in excess of the allowed time counts towards late time.
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TARGA TASMANIA 2010
Classic Handicap Table (CHT)
Category 2 (1947 - 1961)
Category 3 (1962 - (1965)
2 SS LMS MS
3 SS LMS MS
A 16.1 15.0 12.7
A 12.4 11.0 8.7
B 12.9 10.7 8.0
B 11.6 10.3 7.8
C 12.4 9.9 7.2
C 10.8 9.2 6.4
D 11.5 6.8 6.3
D 9.8 7.9 5.5
E 11.3 5.6 4.8
E 8.6 5.6 4.8
F 11.0 5.6 4.4
F 7.6 5.6 4.4
Category 4 (1966 - 1971)
Category 5 (1972 - 1976)
4 SS LMS MS
5 SS LMS MS
A 12.4 7.4 6.0
A 12.2 7.6 4.6
B 11.6 6.0 5.1
B 11.7 6.9 4.6
C 8.3 5.8 4.1
C 9.2 6.2 3.5
D 8.3 4.9 3.7
D 8.7 5.1 3.5
E 7.8 4.6 3.2
E 7.9 4.3 0.8
F 7.4 4.6 2.6
F 7.5 4.3 0.8
G 7.0 4.4 2.5
G 7.2 5.1 1.7
H 6.3 3.3 1.8
H 7.2 5.1 1.7
G Series Porsche MS class 0.0
Category 6 (1977 - 1981)
Vintage Rallye (1900 - 1946)
6 SS LMS MS
D Up to 2000 2001 to 3000 3001 to 3500
A 9.2 6.9 4.6
38 36 32.5
B 8.5 6.9 4.6
D 3501 to 4000 Over 4000
C 8.3 6.0 3.5
19 18
D 8.1 4.3 0.8
All A B C
E 7.8 4.3 0.8
Specs 40 35 32
F 7.5 5.1 1.7
G 7.3 5.1 1.7
G Series Porsche MS class 0.0
G Series Porsche includes all 1974 RS & RSR
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ADDENDUM C
SAFETY PROCEDURES
Crews are required to report any incident involving a member of the public, injury to a competitor, official or spectator, and any damage to private or public property or damage to a competing vehicle. Such reports are to be made on the appropriate form in the Road Book, and must be lodged with a Competitor Relations Officer at the overnight security park or event headquarters, no later than two hours after the involved crew's actual time of booking in at the end of the Leg in which the incident occurred. Failure to report an incident as outlined above could result in the crew involved being liable to a penalty of up to 60 minutes per infringement. Where Safety Points are established crews are required to stop at these points to report incidents where medical assistance is required or where a serious hazard exists.
Symbols and Their Meaning • The SOS and OK signs are part of the road book; the triangles are carried by competitors
PUT OUT TO WARN FOLLOWING CREWS TO SLOW DOWN, TAKE CARE AND BE PREPARED TO STOP
SOS RED STOP AND RENDER ASSISTANCE
OK GREEN NO NEED TO STOP; REPORT SEEING CAR AT STOP POINT
Procedure to be followed by Competitors
Situation 1: Vehicle off the road and is not a hazard: NO HELP REQUIRED The crew of the vehicle involved at an incident, or if the vehicle is stopped for any reason (including breakdown) is to put the triangles out at approximately 100m and 50m; display the OK sign at the vehicle to following crews. If the vehicle is well off' the road the OK sign is to be placed on a fence, a tree, etc. near the roadway. The first three crews are to report the sighting of the OK sign at the Stop Point. These crews are not required to stop at a Safety Point.
Situation 2: Vehicle stopped and is a serious hazard: MEDICAL ASSISTANCE REQUIRED The crew involved at the incident is to put the triangles out at approximately 100m and 50m; the Red SOS sign to be held up to oncoming crews. The first TWO crews on the scene are to stop. The first crew is to stay at the incident; the second crew is then to immediately proceed to report to the next Safety Point or the Stop Point at the end of the stage. Once the second crew has been stopped and departed, the first crew is to display the OK sign to following crews, who must observe the requirement of slowing down when they see triangles, but then can continue without stopping at the scene of the incident. The first crew is to stay until the First Intervention Vehicle (FIV) arrives and the crew of that vehicle gives the all clear for the first crew to leave.
Situation 3: Vehicle stopped: NO SIGNS ON DISPLAY The first crew is to stop at the scene and one crew member is to immediately put triangles out at approximately 100m and 50m, while the other crew member holds up the SOS sign to oncoming crews. The next crew is to stop. The second crew is then to immediately proceed to report to the next Safety Point or Stop Point at the end of the stage. Once the second crew has been stopped and then departed, the first crew is to display the OK sign to the following crews, who must observe the requirement of slowing down when they see triangles, but then can continue without stopping at the scene of the incident. The first crew is to stop at the scene of the accident until the First Intervention Vehicle (FIV) arrives and the crew of that vehicle gives the all-clear to leave.
SAFETY POINTS • A Safety Point is an intermediate point where a competitor can stop and report a serious incident that has
occurred prior to that point.
• A Safety Point will be visible for at least 200m.