What was the precise focus of the CRB front beam Mods clarification?
Brian
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What was the precise focus of the CRB front beam Mods clarification?
Brian
If you're talking about this, yes it would be nice to know what mods they are talking about.
15. #38273 (Matt Clark) Small VW Beam Mod Question
Thank you for your letter. The GCR does not support the modifications to the beam described. The FV rules, GCR section 9.1.1.C.1.B, say that "Formula Vee is a Restricted Class. Therefore, any allowable modifications, changes, or additions are as stated herein. There are no exceptions. IF IN DOUBT, DON’T." The FV rules further state in that section that "[n]o component of the engine, powertrain, front suspension, brakes shall be altered, modified, or substituted unless specifically authorized." The Club Racing Board believes the modifications described fall into this category, whereas the relocation of the steering box as done on the Citation is specifically authorized by GCR section 9.1.1.C.3.A.4.
Reason #1000 why the full contents of all letters should be published...
I'm betting Matt will be happy to clarify the request when he see's this.
What does a Citation, specifically, do with steering box location that other vees aren't allowed ??Quote:
Originally Posted by CARSHouston
Or am I misreading that statement ?
Glenn
First off, moving the steering box is not prohibited in the rules. There are several FV designs that relocate the steering box.Quote:
Originally Posted by pacratt
I can make a good argument that moving the steering box from the stock location and removing the steering mechanism out of the foot box area of the chassis improves the safety of the car in the event of a sever frontal impact. I have a little experience with safety issues as both a driver and a car builder over the last 57 years I have been involved with FV.
Because of the wheel base restrictions in the FV rules, getting a "clean and safe" cockpit is a challenge.
Ed Zink came up with the steering system that I have used ever since. The steering system was first introduced on the Zink Z12. I will bet that someone did it before Zink.