RegulationS

PURQ Rules 2021 version 1.7 2/1/2021

The aim of the Production Ute Racing Qld series is foremost to provide a safe low cost entry level Circuit Racing format that is fun and provides a competitive environment where drivers are able to improve their race craft.

The Production Ute series will be run as a sporting parity class . Success ballast will be used to bring about parity for Production classes and also V8 race ute classes.

The Production Ute classes listed will use 3E Production specs as the build guide. However Utes will have some unique specifications as listed in this document. A link to 3E Production specifications is listed under classes below.

If you have any questions regarding these specifications, please contact Peter Clarke 0420975784 or email pclarke455@gmail.com.

1. Eligibility

Any UTE , single, extra cab and dual cab styleside bodied including Oz truck style vehicles. 4,6 and 8cyl engines Petrol or Diesil.

1. NO dropside alloy or steel traybacks.
   1. Fabricated tub bodies will be allowed subject to inspection to ensure safety requirements.
2. Classes

Production 4cyl Utes – 4cyl naturally aspirated (3e production)

Production 6cyl Utes – 6cyl naturally aspirated (3e production)

NOTE- Production 6cyl utes may be split into 2 groups based on Group 1 Single cam engines and Group 2 Multi cam engines. To be assessed once final entry numbers are confirmed.

Production 8cyl Utes – 8cyl naturally aspirated (3e Production)

V8 series Utes – all ex V8 series race utes  – (to be run as per V8 series specs)

Outlaw Utes – Open class for forced induction and other modified utes that do not meet the regs of Production or V8 series classes. Run what you brung.

For 3E Production spec click link

https://www.motorsport.org.au/docs/default-source/manual/race/2021/ra23-group-3e.pdf?sfvrsn=41911bb0_5

• Roll Cages

For roll cages specs refer to link https://motorsport.org.au/docs/default-source/manual/general-requirements/schedule-j.pdf?sfvrsn=7721ed27_14

• Wheels (All production and V8 series classes)

Each wheel is must be up to 18” x 8” and be ADR approved. Wheel attachment studs are free provided the number of studs remain the same, the diameter of the replacement stud is equal to or greater than the standard studs and no additional modifications are made to facilitate the fitment of the replacement studs.

4.1 Outlaw class wheel size is open.

• Tyres (All production and V8 Series classes)

Tyres will be a control item –Dunlop Direzza Z3 235/40/18

5.1 Tyres (Outlaw utes) – tyres open.

• BRAKES 7.0 – It is permitted to fit a rear brake limiting valve
•  7.1 ANTI-LOCK BRAKES (ABS): ABS may be rendered inoperative by using one of the following methods: (i) The removal of electrical power to the electronic operating system. If this method is utilised it is permitted to mount a driver operated switch to perform this function; (ii) The replacement of the main ABS actuating system with the fitment of a junction block. No modification to the brake lines is permitted.
•  7.2 EBD: Where an automobile is fitted with electronic brake force distribution (EBD), it is permitted to either replace the original master cylinder with a mechanically identical unit incorporating a mechanical proportioning valve, or add a mechanical proportioning valve to the rear brake line; such valve must not be adjustable within the cockpit.
•  7.3 POWER-ASSISTED BRAKING: The vacuum assist of the braking system must remain standard..
•  7.4 PADS:For Production ute classes Control item Brake pads will be DBA control pads available from Peters Motorsport, 36 Beach st, Kippa Ring .

V8 Series utes and Outlaw utes Pads are open

1. 7.6 CALIPERS: Production ute classes The brake calipers must be Holden/PBR VE calipers 2 piston front and single piston rears for Holden. Fords will run VE 2 piston PBR VE calipers with single piston rear caliper Ford territory rear upgrade allowed.

 Brackets, wheels spacers and long wheel studs are available from Peters Motorsport.

V8 series utes and Outlaw utes calipers are open

1. 7.7 PARK BRAKE: It is permitted to render the park brake inoperable via the removal of components, the sole purpose of which is to operate the park brake.
2. 7.8 BACKING PLATES: The backing plate may be removed.
3. 7.9 BRAKE COOLING: It is permitted to remove any blanking plates, covers or fog lights (and associated hardware) located in the lower section of the standard front bumper bar, solely for the purpose of providing additional cooling air to the front brakes. Permission to fit ducting, including size and location is approved with written application from each vehicle competitor.
4. General

12.0 QLD Raceways specific minimum requirements.

 1. Minimum Roll Over Protection must meet the relevant SFI, FIA, CAMS, or AS/NZ Standards AS 1636.1-1996

2. Minimum four point harness in Sedans and closed sports cars with a reasonably erect driving position, minimum five or six point harness for sports cars and open wheelers to AS2596 and installed to Australian ADR Standards.

3. Oil catch tanks must be fitted that are appropriate to the vehicle and the events being entered.

 4. The driver’s compartment must be Fire proofed from other areas of the vehicle and provide protection against intrusion and de-fragmentation of the engine and driveline.

5. Driveline components must be restrained to ensure they will not impede the vehicle’s progress or fall onto the roadway in the event of a failure (eg. Tailshaft Straps are mandatory).

 6. Fuel tanks must be filled from outside the vehicle, vented outside the vehicle and be separated from the driver by a fire retarding structure. NO fuel pipes may pass through the passenger cabin of a sedan.

 7. Tyres must be fit for purpose, not recut or retreaded, and be fitted to rim widths that comply with the Tyre and Rim Association manual and/or ADR requirements

8. Bonnets must be restrained in accord with ADR requirements with two separate retaining systems 9. Cars must have adequate rear vision mirrors to see approaching traffic.

 10. Fuels are not to be mixed at the circuit. Fuels containing Alcohol must have a 150mm red circle containing a white letter “A” prominently displayed on each side of the vehicle near the competition number.

11. To retain broken glass strong adhesive tape must be fitted to all forward facing glass

 12. Fire extinguishers, when fitted, must meet AS1841 standard and be secured to ensure they cannot injure the driver in the event of an accident.

13. Rain lights must be fitted to all open wheel formula cars.

 14. Two throttle closing springs must be fitted to independent anchor points

15. Wooden Steering wheels are not acceptable for racing

16. Cars must be fitted with a Blue Triangle beside an external battery isolator for recovery crews to isolate power

17. Tow points must be fitted, easily reached and clearly marked with a “TOW” sign 50mm high.

 18. Fuel lines must be secured to the body/chassis, flame resistant and be external to the cockpit when possible

19. All seats must be securely attached to the chassis in a suitable manner.

20. Arm restraint tethers should be used wherever practical especially in open wheel & sports cars. On sedans windows should be open by no more than 100mm if window nets are not fitted to the vehicle.

 21. To minimise flail injuries an arm restraint is highly recommended in all vehicles.

11.3 Driving Standards Code of conduct: The group shall appoint a Driving Standards Officer(s) (DSO), and optionally an Assistant DSO, for each event or race. The DSO may initiate an investigation into any observed poor or unsportsmanlike driving.

 Drivers may also report alleged poor or unsportsmanlike driving to the DSO who shall then gather such evidence as is available to establish whether an investigation should take place. Evidence may include driver’s statements, inspection of vehicles and any video or other evidence. Evidence may not be withheld from the DSO if it is available.

 Any video or other data that was recorded must be made available if requested. Any involved driver must state the facts as they see them however may elect to not make any statement that would be self-incriminating. If it is decided that there may be evidence supporting dangerous, poor or unsportsmanlike driving by a competitor then a committee consisting of the DSO, the Category Manager and two experienced uninvolved Member drivers shall consider the evidence and decide on any penalty to be applied.

 An offending driver will be allowed to view any video evidence considered by the committee. These actions may be in addition to any taken by the race stewards. The general approach that will be taken is that of providing respect and racing room to fellow competitors.

 *Consistency of approach to provide for fair competition

 *Do not expect to profit from an error of judgment whether by accident or design

What Will Be Tolerated?

 *Close racing with absolutely minimal unintentional contact, *no driver may disadvantage another driver

 What Will Not Be Tolerated:

 *Non-compliance with the Code of Driving Conduct – specifically Crowding of overtaking drivers; be sure that the pass has been completed before pulling in front of the overtaken car.

 *Second or subsequent contact while a car is out of shape *Not giving racing room *Rear end or other contact resulting in off track excursions or gaining an unfair advantage

 *Weaving or blocking, (particularly in handicap races) you must hold your line and not move to deliberately block a passing car

 *Changing line prior to, within or exiting a corner which causes contact with another car

 *Late diving to inside of corner to pass or attempt to pass if contact results

 *Driving outside the white line at edge of track. This is an area of particular concern by our circuit owners because of the damage that it causes. Also the debris that is brought back onto the track does adversely affect fellow competitors.

*Failure to comply with marshals’ or race control’s signals.

 All drivers must get a copy of the RACERS (Recreation and Competition Event Resources & Services) manual from Queensland Raceway when receive their race licence, read and understand this document. DRIVING STANDARDS All drivers must get a copy of the RACERS (Recreation and Competition Event Resources & Services) manual from Queensland Raceway when receive their race licence, read and understand this document. A reminder the ethos of RACERS is that it is recreational motorsport and the overtaking driver is always in the wrong. There is no such thing as a “racing incident”. Car to car contact is not acceptable and the overtaking car is always in the wrong. A. In addition to RACERS Track Attack Australia have the following critical driver and team code for all competitors.

 1. Unsportsmanlike driving – With the exception of the first and last lap, blocking will not be tolerated. Once a driver commits to another line then they must maintain that line. You can protect the inside line, but once you move to the inside you must stay on the inside all the way around the corner. If you move back onto racing line you will be penalised. Once the driver has committed to an alternative line, they must not interfere with the car attempting to overtake. eg. At Lakeside you must drive all the way around the carousel on the inside.

2. Multiple defensive movements across the track will be considered blocking. No weaving, no trying to break the tow.

3. “Bump and Run” will not be tolerated.

4. One warning will be given per race meeting per competitor – The following penalty will be applied. Lakeside – 30 seconds added to race time, QR – Drive through pits. Flags, signs and lights: * When a flag, sign or light is displayed it is deemed to have been seen.

11.1 SERIES SIGNS/RACE NUMBERS

The windscreen strip, front and rear number plates, and above the number panel is specifically for series sponsors. Race numbers are to be “Nascar” style – sizing to follow.

11.2 Other- Production Ute and V8 series Classes

 The drive train configuration location is to remain essentially stock, with the factory firewall to remain in the original location within the chassis.

 The engine is to remain entirely within the bounds of the original engine compartment.

 The original chassis rails must be in place and used as per the manufacturers design.

 All cars must utilise glass front and rear screens. Door glazing must remain.

 Use of light weight window materials is not permitted.

 No Perspex (polycarbonate) materials. (allowed in outlaw class)

 A compliant window net is correctly fitted in the opening.

 No aero splitters, spoilers etc can be fitted that were sold on vehicle as standard.

 Airbags must be removed or disconnected.

Weight

Weight Power to weight will be considered to bring about parity. A weight/ballast box and its position (left hand front of tub) is compulsory. Production Ute Classes will have a parity weight applied.

 Success ballast will be used to bring about parity for Production classes and also V8 race ute classes.

In Car Video Camera:

 Type is Free. Use of a forward facing video camera is mandatory. The camera shall be recording whenever the vehicle is on track. No external suction cup mounts. (Note this is a QR policy.) Any internal mount shall be suitably robust so as to prevent its coming loose and becoming either a missile or other hazard inside the cabin. Tethers are strongly recommended for suction mounted internal cameras.

Licence requirements

All Production Ute classes will under the Racers code of conduct. For details https://racers.world/

To enter into PURQ you will require a National Racing Licence. This can be either a RACERS National Licence, or a current CAMS NC, PC or CC license is accepted as well but a Queensland Raceways RACERS Clubman license would also be required.

The RACERS National Licence can be obtained by being observed by an event manager at a sprint or general practice. This allows the manager to assess driving technique including cornering, overtaking and knowledge of track rules. Prior to the observation, you need to have completed a minimum of 2 sprints or general practices before being observed.

Following the observation, there is a short multiple

For additional information head to https://racers.world