OWWC Update

[Rick Parent]

Greetings Drivers,

The event is shaping up nicely and we are working on some more cool driver activities that will be announced when we get them firmed up.

Since this is a new event we really didn't know how it would compare to our normal events, so far there are some differences like, instead of having 1 or 2 containers shipped in from around the world we are already up to 8, we even have 2 - F1 type cars coming from South Africa.

Test day is also very different, the normal ratio of cars entered to test day participants is about 35%, right now we are at 71%, it looks like we are going to have to limit the number to keep the car counts reasonable for the test day groups.

Here is some event info in case you have not seen it.

http://www.svra.com/wp-content/uploa...try-Form-2.pdf

http://www.svra.com/wp-content/uploa...y-Schedule.pdf

http://www.svra.com/wp-content/uploa...e-Schedule.pdf

http://www.svra.com/wp-content/uploa...uidelines-.pdf

http://www.svra.com/wp-content/uploa...Guidelines.pdf

Here is the classifications so far, please keep in mind we may adjust group and classes based on car counts.

1) 1FV, FV, 1SV, F500-F600, FST
? 1FV = SVRA Formula Vee 1200cc
? FV = SCCA Formula Vee
? 1SV = SVRA Super Vee 1600cc
? F500 & 600 = SCCA cars
? FST = Formula First

2) FJ, FJ1, FJ2 and FC
? FJ = Front engine Formula Jr.
? FJ1 = Formula Jr. with disc brakes
? FJ2 = Formula Jr. with drum brakes
? FC = Formula 3 and Formula C 1100cc max

3) FF
? FF = SVRA Formula Ford 1967-1972

4) CF
? CF = SVRA Club Ford 1973-1981

5) PCF
? PCF = SVRA Post Club Ford 1982-2009 (no Honda’s)

6) Monoposto, HFF, CFF, 2FB, 2FA
? HFF = Historic FF
? CFF = Club FF
? 2FA = Pre 1966 Formula 1 (1.5L) and Formula 2 (1.6L)
? 2FB = Formula B

7) SF, MF and PF
? SF = Formula Ford clubs that race on slick tires (not currently racing with SCCA)
? MF = Current SCCA Formula F
? PF = Pro Formula 1600

8) F4
? Formula 4

9) PF2, FC, 9FC, FK, FE, FM
? PF2 = Pro Formula 2000
? FC = SCCA Formula Continental
? 9FC = SVRA Formula Continental
? FK = SCCA Formula 1000
? FE = Formula SCCA
? FM = Star Formula Mazda

10) F5, 9FA, 9FB, 9F2
? F5 = Formula 5000
? 9FA = SVRA group 9
? 9FB = SVRA group 9
? 9F2 = SVRA group 9

11) FA, PFA, 9F1, PM
? FA = SCCA Formula Atlantic
? PFA = Pro Formula Atlantic
? 9B = BOSS cars, Formula 1, Indy etc.
? 9F1 = SVRA group 9
? PM = Pro Mazda

All the best!

[Rick Kirchner]

I'm liking the new group 9...

What is the difference between SVRA FC and SCCA FC? I don't believe FF2000 existed in this country before 1984, but the rules state 1979? Wasn't that one of the first years of FF2000 in Europe?

[fletch]

i'm guessing it's "SVRA Group 9 FC"?
from the SVRA website:
(9/FC) Formula C, etc. thru 1979
Formula Continental (1100cc), Formula 3 (1100cc), Formula Super Vee(1600cc) water cooled, Formula Super Vee (2000cc) air cooled, Formula Ford 2000

regards,
fletch
March 79V

[Rick Parent]

I'm liking the new group 9...

What is the difference between SVRA FC and SCCA FC? I don't believe FF2000 existed in this country before 1984, but the rules state 1979? Wasn't that one of the first years of FF2000 in Europe?

Hi Rick,

The difference in the classifications for all cars is based on where they are currently being raced example, current SVRA FC cars would be group 9/9FC, FC cars that currently race with SCCA will be classified as group 9/FC.

Al the best!

[Rick Kirchner]

I'm still confused. My last 4 races were VARA/SVRA Pahrump, Indy 2015, Roebling Road SCCA, and Charlotte SCCA. When I enter Indy this year it will be on the VARA license. So what's the difference, and why?

One of your links took me to a reference to the 1979 date, not the one referenced by Fletch.

Wouldn't the grouping fletch references be a deviation from SVRA standard practice given that the 1100cc cars ran treads, and you would be mixing treads with wings and slicks?

[chrisH]

For anyone wondering about track layout, it looks like this map was uploaded.

http://www.svra.com/wp-content/uploa...uit-Config.pdf

Chris

[Rick Parent]

Update;

The Open Wheel Event is 104 days away and we have 102 cars entered at this point (see the group numbers below).

The Test Day numbers are more than double what we normally experience and I would imagine by the time we hit 200-225 cars the test day spots will be full.

We have been coordinating with many of our international friends to bring in a crane to offload the containers that are coming all at the same time, if you need assistance with a container please contact alex@svra.com. I won't be surprised by the time the event rolls around to see over 50 cars entered from outside the US, none of which are part of the current car count.

Groups;

1) 18
2) 5
3) 12
4) 14
5) 12
6) 5
7) 5
8) 0
9) 12
10) 12
11) 7

All the best!

[Rick Parent]

Greetings drivers.

As you enter please let us know if you are staying for both weekends so we can get you a paddock space where you won't have to move between events. Please contact Alex Miller at alex@svra.com for help.

Please contact me if your club is coming with the names of your participants so we can get you paddocked together. It is important all your rigs arrive together, when you get to the staging lot please let the parking ladies know so we can bring you all in at the same time, we won't have the luxury of saving spots for late comers, the paddock will be packed.

If you have questions about entering or licensing please contact Kathy at 817 521-5158. Kathy is great and extremely helpful.

68 days to go!

[alangbaker]

What are the latest entry figures?

[Rick Parent]

54 days to go!

Groups
1) 26
2) 12
3) 16
4) 19
5) 16
6) 7
7) 6
8) We are expecting 30 F4 cars
9) 19
10) 19
11) 9

Exactly 60 test day spots left.

[Terry Abbott]

hey rick,

where can we look at an entry List............

[glm34]

Rick,

Can you please post updated run groups, numbers, and entry list if possible? Thanks!

[alangbaker]

Yes!

What's the latest?

[Chris Elwell]

How do you add crew members to your registration?

[DanW]

How do you add crew members to your registration?

Send an email to SVRA Registrar. kathy@svra.com

[norton69]

Running a SCCA FC Pinto at the OWWC. Looking for guidance on what gears to run.

Thanks,
Jim

[MotorCade]

http://www.apexspeed.com/resources/baseline_gearing.htm

this should get you close.

[Rick Kirchner]

That's for IRP, not the speedway.

I think I'm running 19/33; 21/31; 23/28; 23/24

Which is what I ran in '15 but with a taller 1st. should get you close.

[SwanTechEnt]

Here's the gear-sets I just put in:

1st: 19/33
2nd: 20/30
3rd: 23/29
4th: 24/26

Those were the closest I had to my "initial recommendation" chart

[DanW]

Here's the gear-sets I just put in:

1st: 19/33
2nd: 20/30
3rd: 23/29
4th: 24/26

Those were the closest I had to my "initial recommendation" chart

Just as I was wondering what to do! Thank you! Looking forward to seeing you there.

Regards,
Dan

[SwanTechEnt]

Just as I was wondering what to do! Thank you! Looking forward to seeing you there.

Regards,
Dan

I'm sure you know this already, but just in case those are for a Pinto FC car running a 10:31 R&P. Looking forward to seeing you also!

[DanW]

I'm sure you know this already, but just in case those are for a Pinto FC car running a 10:31 R&P. Looking forward to seeing you also!

No I didn't. Thanks for the heads up.

Any recommendations for a Club Ford with a 9:31 R&P?

[norton69]

Thanks for the information.

Jim

[MotorCade]

That's for IRP, not the speedway.

I think I'm running 19/33; 21/31; 23/28; 23/24

Which is what I ran in '15 but with a taller 1st. should get you close.

Both the speedway and the roval are on the chart. But these are for FC. 10:31

[Rick Kirchner]

Cade - the track on that list is Indianapolis Raceway Park, in Claremont, not IMS, in Speedway. It had a 2.5mi road course, and a 5/8 mi oval. FSVs ran the oval in the 80s but the road course is now defunct.

Unless someone changed the chart - but that chart dates back to the earliest days of Apexspeed.

[MotorCade]

Cade - the track on that list is Indianapolis Raceway Park, in Claremont, not IMS, in Speedway. It had a 2.5mi road course, and a 5/8 mi oval. FSVs ran the oval in the 80s but the road course is now defunct.

Unless someone changed the chart - but that chart dates back to the earliest days of Apexspeed.

Ah! I see what you're saying. My fault for a quick read. Thanks.

[tstrong]

Dan, if not too late try 19/32, 22/30, 24/28, 25/26. That what I have run with the Hoosier vintage tires. Todd

[bassracer]

Is this event open for public spectating?

[TimH]

Is this event open for public spectating?

Yes. Check in at the credentials office on 16th St. Be sure to catch the Group 10 sounds.

[Roland V. Johnson]

We had the Vern Jaques / Jules Williams Lotus 51 at both of the Indy weekends, and had a great time. After not driving for 6 years except for one test day the rust was pretty bad, but I had some great races with some friendly competitors (off the track that is). I found the course to be lot of fun and thought it flows very well. SVRA put on a great show and everyone who missed the event missed something special.

[TimH]

I was surprised how much the road crowning contributed to interesting camber changes.

[DanW]

Dan, if not too late try 19/32, 22/30, 24/28, 25/26. That what I have run with the Hoosier vintage tires. Todd

Many thanks.

I was a no show due to a "no start" after a motor rebuild. Turned out to be a duff jump battery that would take only a surface charge. There were other last minute issues that made showing up ready to go unlikely.

I got home from the road trip, tried another battery and it started on the first try. We got the other issues resolved and had a great weekend at Sonoma last weekend.

My son and I had a great spontaneous road trip to western national parks. I hope to make the next QWWC.

Regards,
Dan