Chester & Liverpool MC Speed Championship » News http://www.speedchampionship.com Sponsored by Cambrian Autospares Ltd & interconnectIT.com Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:57:02 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 2012 North/Midland Clarifications http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/11/21/2012-clarifications/ http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/11/21/2012-clarifications/#comments Mon, 21 Nov 2011 12:26:46 +0000 carmad http://www.speedchampionship.com/?p=646 The 2012 Clarifications have been amended to show the 2012 Blue Book changes that come into force on the 1st January 2012;
Last amendment: 1/12/11

Clarifications for Road-going Series Production Cars

Classes SA, SB & SC
These classes are intended for near-standard cars with very few modifications (as listed), to encourage low-cost entry into the sport. All cars running in the above classes must remain in totally road legal form at all times.
All cars must have current VED & insurance in the name of the main driver, with a current MOT if age requires it.

Note. Trade plates and traders or company group insurance policies will not be accepted.

NO modifications (optional or otherwise) are permitted which are likely to improve the performance and handling of the car with the following exceptions:

Wheels & Tyres; The standard wheel rim width may be increased by a maximum of one inch and fitted with tyres to suit. Tyres must be from MSA list 1A and be Road Legal

Engine, Induction & Exhaust; The air cleaner and exhaust system must remain as production or OEM pattern replacement including catalyst if fitted. Electronic ignition may be fitted.

Suspension & Steering: The steering wheel may be replaced by a non-standard item. Uprated dampers may be fitted.

Brakes; An alternative or OEM pattern replacement brake friction material can be fitted, but modifications to the brake disc, caliper, drum or shoe are not permitted.

Body; In the interests of safety front seats may be replaced by competition versions which must be fully trimmed, not a bare shell. Loose over-mats may be removed but the original carpets, fixed floor mats, and floor trim, etc, must remain and in their original locations. Pyrotechnic safety devices such as airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may be disconnected or removed.

General; The spare wheel and any mounting or cover which is not permanently fixed to the body may be removed.

No other modifications, except the fitting of a roll cage, are allowed in classes SA, SB and SC.

Kit cars, limited production cars, space framed or non-ferrous chassis construction road cars and one-off road-going cars are not permitted in Classes SA, SB and SC.

In the event of an unresolved eligibility issue, the driver of the car concerned may be required to produce within four weeks of the event in question, a manufacturer’s catalogue to substantiate any queried modifications / specifications and allow championship points to stand.

Any modifications not specifically permitted are, by definition, not allowed.

Classes 1A to 1E

Tyres: must be from MSA list 1A and be Road Legal.

Exhaust systems; must include a working catalytic converter on all cars manufactured after 31st December 1999.

Engine & Gearbox; The engine block &/or cylinder head must remain as that fitted to the original model in both type and material. Internal modifications are allowed but the cubic capacity of the engine must remain within the same capacity class as the original car. Gearbox and differential casing must be of the original type and material and remain in the original position. Internal modifications are allowed

Brakes; Brake calipers, discs, master cylinder & pads can be modified. Carbon discs are not permitted. Modification of the brake pedal is permitted. Brake bias adjustment is allowed. The fitting of aftermarket pedal assemblies is not permitted.

Anti-Lock braking systems can be removed but cannot be added to a vehicle that does not have one as a manufacturer specified option.

Suspension; (Amended S11 coming into force 1/1/2012 see the 2012 Year Book)

S11.7.1. The suspension type and mountings must remain the same as that fitted by the vehicle manufacturer.

S11.7.2. The shock absorbers may be of any make and may be uprated from standard.

S11.7.3. Adjustable spring platform struts are permitted.

S11.7.4. The mounting method and position must remain as specified by the vehicle manufacturer.

S11.7.5. Springs are free but must retain their original location.

S11.7.6. For Road-going Series Production Cars bushes may be changed for similar polymer materials but not to spherical or similar metal joints.

Non-adjustable Strut Braces across the top of the front suspension turrets are allowed but these must be removable and not welded in place

Safety; Pyrotechnic safety devices such as airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may be disconnected or removed.

Otherwise as specified in Section S11.

The requirements of the current MSA regulations with regards to safety provisions for Sprint and Hillclimb cars and requirements of Classes 1 A-E must be adhered to.

Classes 2A to 2D

Tyres must be from MSA list 1A or 1B, be of radial construction only and be Road Legal

All cars in 2A & 2B must have a full windscreen fitted

S11.7.6.1. For Road-going Specialist Production Cars bushes may be changed for similar polymer materials, spherical or similar metal Joints.

Exhaust systems must include a working catalytic converter on all cars manufactured after 31st December 1999.

Otherwise as specified in Section S.

All other classes as specified in Section S

Please note that all cars must have an operable reverse gear at all times (S10.8.1)

]]> http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/11/21/2012-clarifications/feed/ 0 2012 Championship Rounds http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/11/21/2012-provisional-rounds/ http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/11/21/2012-provisional-rounds/#comments Mon, 21 Nov 2011 09:25:54 +0000 carmad http://www.speedchampionship.com/?p=637 2012 Championship Rounds
  1. April 15 - Sprint – Three Sisters - Longton & District Motor Club
  2. April 28 - Sprint – Aintree - Liverpool Motor Club
  3. May 5 - Sprint – Anglesey - Lancashire & Cheshire Car Club
  4. May 6 - Sprint – Anglesey – Lancashire & Cheshire Car Club
  5. May 12 - Hillclimb – Barbon - Westmorland Motor Club
  6. June 9 - Sprint – Anglesey - Chester Motor Club
  7. June 10 - Sprint – Anglesey - Chester Motor Club
  8. June 16 - Hillclimb – Barbon - Westmorland MC
  9. June 30 - Sprint – Aintree - Liverpool Motor Club
  10. July 1 - Sprint – Three Sisters - Longton & District Motor Club
  11. August 5 - Sprint – Three Sisters - Chester Motor Club
  12. August 11 - Hillclimb – Loton Park – Hagley & District Light Car Club
  13. August 12 - Hillclimb – Loton Park - Hagley &District Light Car Club
  14. August 19 – Hillclimb – Olivers Mount - Auto 66
  15. August 26 - Hillclimb – Harewood –  BARC(Yorkshire)
  16. September 1 - Sprint – Aintree – Liverpool Motor Club
  17. September 2 - Sprint – Anglesey – Lancashire & Cheshire Car Club
  18. September 9 - Sprint – Three Sisters - Longton & District Motor Club
  19. September 15 - Sprint – Thoresby Park - Nottingham Sports Car Club
  20. September 16 - Sprint – Thoresby Park - Nottingham Sports Car Club

Date for your Diary - Awards Presentation – 9 November 2012

]]> http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/11/21/2012-provisional-rounds/feed/ 0 2011 Championship Final Results http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/10/06/championship-final-results/ http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/10/06/championship-final-results/#comments Thu, 06 Oct 2011 14:17:31 +0000 carmad http://www.speedchampionship.com/?p=630 The Championship results are now final, please click on the following links for the full results and awards;

2011 Speed Championship Results

Awards List 2011

Top Ten Challenge

Awards Presention is on the 21st October and full details will be with you all shortly please return your ticket application form as soon as possible

]]> http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/10/06/championship-final-results/feed/ 0 Provisional Results after Final Rounds at Thoresby Park http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/09/20/provisional-results-after-final-rounds-at-thoresby/ http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/09/20/provisional-results-after-final-rounds-at-thoresby/#comments Tue, 20 Sep 2011 14:59:46 +0000 carmad http://www.speedchampionship.com/?p=626 The provisional results after the two final rounds at Thoresby Park on 17th/18th September are now available to view/download by clicking on the following link;

Championship Provisional Results after Rounds 19 & 20

Please check them thoroughly and let me know as soon as possible if there are any errors or ommisions

]]> http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/09/20/provisional-results-after-final-rounds-at-thoresby/feed/ 0 Scores after Round 18 http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/09/12/scores-after-round-18/ http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/09/12/scores-after-round-18/#comments Mon, 12 Sep 2011 19:02:46 +0000 carmad http://www.speedchampionship.com/?p=619 The scores after Round 18 at Three Sisters are now available, please click on the following link to view/download them;

Championship Scores after Round 18

Provisional results of the Top Ten Challange

Please check them and let me know ASAP of any errors or if I have missed someone.

]]> http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/09/12/scores-after-round-18/feed/ 0 Scores after Rounds 16 & 17 http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/09/05/611/ http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/09/05/611/#comments Mon, 05 Sep 2011 17:19:04 +0000 carmad http://www.speedchampionship.com/?p=611 The scores after Round 16 at Aintree & Round 17 at Anglesey are now available, please click on the following link to view/download them;

Championship Scores after Rounds 16 & 17

Please check them and let me know ASAP of any errors or if I have missed someone.

It would help a lot if you declared to the event organisers that you are registered in the championship as it makes it easier for me to find you, also do not forget if it is also a ANWCC round to declare that you are a member of either LMC / CMC  as well because the club/’s receive points in the ANWCC club championship.

]]> http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/09/05/611/feed/ 0 Championship Scores After Rounds 13 & 14 http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/08/16/championship-scores-after-rounds-13-14/ http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/08/16/championship-scores-after-rounds-13-14/#comments Tue, 16 Aug 2011 15:07:45 +0000 carmad http://www.speedchampionship.com/?p=601 The scores after rounds 13 & 14 at Loton Park on the 13th/14th August are available to view or download  by clicking on the following link;

2011 Championship Scores after Rounds 13 & 14

Please check them and let me know ASAP of any errors or if I have missed someone.

It would help a lot if you declared to the event organisers that you are registered in the championship as it makes it easier for me to find you, also do not forget if it is also a ANWCC round to declare that you are a member of either LMC / CMC  as well because the club/’s receive points in the ANWCC club championship.

]]> http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/08/16/championship-scores-after-rounds-13-14/feed/ 0 Championship Scores after rounds 11 & 12 http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/08/09/championship-scores-after-rounds-11-12/ http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/08/09/championship-scores-after-rounds-11-12/#comments Tue, 09 Aug 2011 15:06:00 +0000 carmad http://www.speedchampionship.com/?p=594 The scores after rounds 11 & 12 at Three Sisiters  on the 6th/7th August are available to view or download  by clicking on the following link;

2011 Championship Scores after Rounds 11 & 12

Top Ten Challenge

Please check them and let me know ASAP of any errors or if I have missed someone.

It would help a lot if you declared to the event organisers that you are registered in the championship as it makes it easier for me to find you, also do not forget if it is also a ANWCC round to declare that you are a member of either LMC / CMC  as well because the club/’s receive points in the ANWCC club championship.

]]> http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/08/09/championship-scores-after-rounds-11-12/feed/ 0 Championship Scores after rounds 9 & 10 http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/07/11/championship-scores-after-rounds-9-10/ http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/07/11/championship-scores-after-rounds-9-10/#comments Mon, 11 Jul 2011 16:31:55 +0000 carmad http://www.speedchampionship.com/?p=584 The scores after round 9 at Three Sisiters on the 3rd July and Round 10 at Curbough on the 10th July are available to view or download  by clicking on the following link;

2011 Championship Scores after Rounds 9 & 10

Please check them and let me know ASAP of any errors or if I have missed someone.

It would help a lot if you declared to the event organisers that you are registered in the championship as it makes it easier for me to find you, also do not forget if it is also a ANWCC round to declare that you are a member of either LMC / CMC  as well because the club/’s receive points in the ANWCC club championship.

]]> http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/07/11/championship-scores-after-rounds-9-10/feed/ 0 Championship Scores after round 8 http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/06/27/576/ http://www.speedchampionship.com/2011/06/27/576/#comments Mon, 27 Jun 2011 15:51:53 +0000 carmad http://www.speedchampionship.com/?p=576 Championship scores after Round 8 at Aintree are now available, please click on the following link to view or download them;

Championship Scores after Round 8

Top Ten Challenge up to Aintree

It would help a lot if you declared to the event organisers that you are registered in the championship as it makes it easier for me to find you, also do not forget if it is also a ANWCC round to declare that you are a member of either LMC / CMC  as well because the club/’s receive points in the ANWCC club championship.

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