|
|
Post by volksman on Mar 19, 2006 18:58:27 GMT -5
reading the shock rule in stock it says I can use any shock. Can I use a coil over shock on the rear , even though it's not stock?  Second question. As far as struts go up front, can I replace the spring with aftermarket provided the rate has not changed? Meaning a narrower spring for more tire clearance. Thanks, Greg |
|
|
|
Post by C4Shane on Mar 19, 2006 22:08:06 GMT -5
Volksman, I don't think either would be considered legal in stock. By any shock, they mean any conventional or single adjustable shock may be used. Coil-over shocks that would alter the spring rate of the car would not be allowed. As far as springs, it has to be what would have been supplied by the manufacturer either as stock or a factory installed option.
Believe me, I read the rule book very carefully regarding my Saab, to see if there were any legal changes that could be made to the suspension. As these were designed as one of the first"factory rally cars" available to the public, it has huge suspension travel - high ride height and soft springs. All of which are the last things you want for autocross. Even if you install new springs with the same rate/height etc., they would still not meet the spirit of the rules by being non-stock (i.e. narrower). The stock classes are really just that, Stock! It is intended for someone to bring a car, just as it would have left the dealership, and compete.
Like you - I drive an "interesting" car that can occasionally win an event, but isn't always the most competitive. But it sure is fun to show folks what you can do with "vintage" equipment and it sure beats the parade of Ms, Ss, and Bs that seem to be plentiful at each event.
Thanks for breaking the monotony and congrats on doing well at the SCR event. Maybe you should run T-class!
Next year we should just drop a small block Chevy in your bug and my saab and go play in modified...LOL.
|
|
|
|
Post by volksman on Mar 20, 2006 7:03:19 GMT -5
I figured it was going to be like that. Oh well. I didn't race in tire class at our event because ther were only a few signed up for it. When I was standing in line yesterday I thought about going into the tire class because there were lots of cars there, maybe 9? But stuck with my class to learn. If there are more cars in tire at our evnets in May, I'll probobly go that route. Makes more sense than $600 for a set of k710's! Thanks, Greg
|
|
|
|
Post by C4Shane on Mar 20, 2006 7:33:58 GMT -5
Yep. It sure does make more sense. I figured that out pretty quickly. The number of competitors will vary in any class. I have shown up to find only a couple in my class one event and then 10 at the next. Key is to pick a class if you are going to pursue any points standings and stay with it.
|
|
