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Supercheap Auto Series 2009 - Starts 3rd April 2009


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2009 Supercheap Auto Series

We have secured the backing of Supercheap Auto for another action packed series in 2009 ! They are very happy with last years action and have tipped in some more dollars to let us expand the series into two classes and still offer great rewards for the placegetters at the end of it all.

So the dates are set as follows

April 3rd

May 15th

June 12th

July 24th

with the 5th and final round on August 21st

We have a Total Prize pool of $11000 to be split over two classes as follows

Unlimited Class

This will be open to 16 entries with the following regulations applying

• Designed to be the top level cars that put on the show , we want Good presentation and tough cars ! Basically anything goes here

• Must have Fire Extinguisher mounted within easy reach of the driver in car , Roll Cages , Fixed back Race seats and Harnesses are preferred and will become mandatory by 2010 .

• Tyres have no restrictions

• Basic Safety items to be checked at events – All wheel nuts / studs to be in place - Functional Headlights , Tail Lights , Brake lights - Batteries must be securely fastened down, positive terminals well insulated and if located in the cockpit must be covered or have leak proof caps. Towing hook must be installed.

• Radiator catch tanks must have a minimum capacity of 0.5 litre each. Oil catch tanks are to be installed on engine oil breathers if they are externally vented with a minimum capacity of 0.5 litre . Catch tanks must be securely fastened. NO FLUID LEAKS OF ANY KIND WILL BE TOLERATED.

• Noise Limit of 98dba at 3000rpm 2m from the rear of the car – we have a noise meter to check this

• All vehicles must be well presented at the start of each event – Complete body panels / kits , well painted , Clean and tidy .

• All drivers in this class must have full driving suits ( Kart suits acceptable ) to be worn when on track

• Helmets used must be to AS1698 standard or better

Prizes will be

1st $2,000 Cash $1,000 Gift Voucher

2nd $1,000 Cash $1,000 Gift Voucher

3rd $500

4th $500

5th $250

6th $250

7th $200

8th $200

9th $150

10th $150

The competition will be a top 16 Battle format

Street Legal Class

This will be open to 16 entries with the following regulations applying

• Designed to be the feeder class for up and coming drivers – costs to be kept down and driver talent to shine through

• All cars must be able to be registered as street legal - This includes ride height – Full Lock Motorsport have the right to accept or deny any vehicle to this class .

• It is up to the entrant to supply documentation to prove the vehicle is road legal

• We will allow shock absorbers and Tyre/Rim sizes to be free

• Tyres are to be DOT approved , Any mainstream road pattern no specialist semi slick or motorsport soft compound type will be allowed – Full Lock Motorsport has the right to deny the use of any tyre not deemed to be in the spirit of the regulations

• Every car must maintain a complete exhaust system with a factory or aftermarket catalytic converter. Noise Limit of 98dba at 3000rpm 2m from the rear of the car – we have a noise meter to check this

• Must have Fire Extinguisher mounted within easy reach of the driver in car

• Radiator catch tanks must have a minimum capacity of 0.5 litre each. Oil catch tanks are to be installed on engine oil breathers if they are externally vented with a minimum capacity of 0.5 litre . Catch tanks must be securely fastened. NO FLUID LEAKS OF ANY KIND WILL BE TOLERATED.

• All vehicles must be well presented at the start of each event – Complete body panels / kits , well painted , Clean and tidy .

• All drivers in this class must have at least overalls as a minimum standard – Kart suit are preferable

• Helmets used must be to AS1698 standard or better

Prizes will be

1st $1,000 Cash $1,000 Gift Voucher

2nd $500

3rd $250

4th $250

5th $200

6th $150

7th $150

8th $100

9th $100

10th $100

The competition will be a top 16 battle format

So come on everyone , lets get this happening with full entries and put on a show for our sponsor and the spectators !

Entry fee for the unlimited class will be $600 for the 5 rounds - to confirm your entry we need $300 up front with the balance to be paid before the first round

Entry fee for the street legal class will be $500 for the 5 rounds - to confirm your entry we need $250 up front with the balance to be paid before the first round

Any questions ask away!

This event is held at Full Lock Motorsport Park - Archerfield

Edited by option1

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