Post by Mark Huber on Jun 20, 2012 10:37:28 GMT -5
GPdG
The GPdG is an invitational three race proxy to celebrate the Formula One cars that contested the World Championship in 1966 and 1967. It is our hope that the cars entered will be the finest examples of highly detailed, historically accurate, and skillfully built slot cars. .
Concours judging will be included in the event. Points earned in Concours will be added to the entrant's overall score and be counted the same as one race. They will therefore be one fourth of the total points available.
Entries for the series are due in Atlanta Georgia on September 1, 2012.
We are looking forward to an outstanding field of cars and a memorable event.
GRAND PRIX CARS
Any car that competed in an International Grand Prix Championship race in 1966 or 1967.
1. SCALE, DIMENSIONS & GENERAL APPEARANCE
All cars are to be accurate 1/32 scale representations of the full size car.
As racers may rely on manufactured bodies, which are not always perfect, there is no specific requirement for exact scale length and width for body shells. Cars are expected to be reasonable to scale.
Wheelbase and Track measurements must be 1/32 scale within + or - 2mm. Wheelbase is the distance between the center lines of the front and rear wheels. Track is the distance between the center lines of the left and right hand wheels at the front and at the rear of the car.
No car should exceed the maximum width of 58mm. Cars will be measured over the outside width of the tires.
It is the entrant's responsibility to prove the accuracy of any car. The entrant may provide a photograph of the actual car upon which the entry car is modeled. If there is any doubt the scrutineer may disqualify the car or assign a handicap. The scrutineer's decision is final.
The general appearance of the cars will be taken into account at the Concours judging. Should an entrant present a car that looks out of character , there will be an adjustment in the Concours ranking as determined by the judge.
2. BODIES
All body shells must be of hard plastic, glass fiber, resin, wood, metal or similar material. Vacuum formed bodies are not permitted.
All cars must carry at least two racing numbers which are period correct.
The entrants name must be clearly marked on the bottom of the chassis.
All cars must have clear windscreens fitted where they appeared on the prototype. Vacuum formed windscreens are permitted.
All cars must carry detailing including but not limited to mirrors, roll bar, suspension (which includes shock absorbers when visible and A arms or rocker arms as appropriate) and external engine components and differential consistent with the car being represented. Cars that do not comply will be returned to the entrant.
All cars must have a suitably decorated and period correct, three dimensional, representation of a driver consisting of at least a head, shoulders, arms, hands and the upper part of a steering wheel. Vacuum formed interiors and drivers are not permitted.
The chassis, motor and all running gear should not be visible from above or through the cockpit opening and engine bay unless that which can be seen represents parts of the real car, e.g. suspension components and exhaust systems.
The slot guide must not protrude beyond the front-most point of the car when in the straight ahead position.
3. WHEELS & TIRES
All wheels must be representative of real wheels or have suitable inserts fitted.
Tires are limited to rubber or urethane compounds. Silicone tires and sponge/foam rubber tires are not permitted. A list of compliant and recommended tires is attached.
All tires must be dry and free from additives whenever the car is placed on the track. No chemicals or oil. No clear paint, polish or sealant on the front tires.
Front wheels and tires: Minimum diameter 18mm, minimum width 6mm (Overall width)
Rear wheels and tires: Minimum diameter 20mm, maximum width 10mm (Overall width)
Front and rear wheels and tires should be period appropriate and representative of the prototype that is being modeled.
4. MOTORS & CHASSIS
Motor choice is free. Motor orientation is inline only.
Races will be run at 12v.
Chassis design and construction is free but must comply with sections 1-4, however plastic chassis, whether purchased or scratch built, are not permitted.
Any chassis design which allows the wheelbase or effective track dimension to vary will be measured at both extremes of movement and must remain within the + or - 2mm scale tolerance and not exceed the maximum width restriction.
Wheelbase, track and overall width will be measured with the steering in the straight ahead position for any cars fitted with steering.
Minimum ground clearance of 1/16 inch will apply under the motor and the entire length of the chassis and body. Drive gears may be below the minimum ground clearance but must, at all times, remain clear of the track surface.
One slot guide only is permitted. Blade designs must be no more than 25mm long.
Traction magnets are not permitted.
READY-TO-RUN (RTR) CARS ARE NOT PERMITTED.
The final decision on eligibility will rest with the event organizers.
CONCOURS D'ELEGANCE
Points will be awarded for fidelity to scale, finish, detail and workmanship. Cars are required to race on the track and are to be built for beauty of appearance and the hurly burly of racing.
The organizers will select the Concours judge (s).Each entrant should supply a reference photograph of the car being represented.
The following guidelines provide the methodology by which the cars will be judged and ranked.
I .Does the model provide an immediate impression of the original car in miniature?
2.Does the car sit well on its four wheels when viewed from eye level ?
3. Is the car compliant with the scale accuracy of wheelbase and track
dimensions, and other guidelines per the regulations? Visible chassis mechanics should not be visible from above within reasonable limits.
4. Steering or non-steering, and suspension detail
5. Incorporation of body details
6. Wheel details
7. Characteristic attitude of the driver
8. Chassis engineering construction, and neatness
9. Is the body shell a modified commercial plastic or glass fiber structure? If the body shell is entirely hand-made by the entrant, and has captured the authentic shape, marks may be given for special craftsmanship. The amount of personal ingenuity that goes into the model may result in higher marks
10.Paint work, general finish, lettering, authentic colors, and neatness
Concours points are 25% of the total scoring
The GPdG is an invitational three race proxy to celebrate the Formula One cars that contested the World Championship in 1966 and 1967. It is our hope that the cars entered will be the finest examples of highly detailed, historically accurate, and skillfully built slot cars. .
Concours judging will be included in the event. Points earned in Concours will be added to the entrant's overall score and be counted the same as one race. They will therefore be one fourth of the total points available.
Entries for the series are due in Atlanta Georgia on September 1, 2012.
We are looking forward to an outstanding field of cars and a memorable event.
GRAND PRIX CARS
Any car that competed in an International Grand Prix Championship race in 1966 or 1967.
1. SCALE, DIMENSIONS & GENERAL APPEARANCE
All cars are to be accurate 1/32 scale representations of the full size car.
As racers may rely on manufactured bodies, which are not always perfect, there is no specific requirement for exact scale length and width for body shells. Cars are expected to be reasonable to scale.
Wheelbase and Track measurements must be 1/32 scale within + or - 2mm. Wheelbase is the distance between the center lines of the front and rear wheels. Track is the distance between the center lines of the left and right hand wheels at the front and at the rear of the car.
No car should exceed the maximum width of 58mm. Cars will be measured over the outside width of the tires.
It is the entrant's responsibility to prove the accuracy of any car. The entrant may provide a photograph of the actual car upon which the entry car is modeled. If there is any doubt the scrutineer may disqualify the car or assign a handicap. The scrutineer's decision is final.
The general appearance of the cars will be taken into account at the Concours judging. Should an entrant present a car that looks out of character , there will be an adjustment in the Concours ranking as determined by the judge.
2. BODIES
All body shells must be of hard plastic, glass fiber, resin, wood, metal or similar material. Vacuum formed bodies are not permitted.
All cars must carry at least two racing numbers which are period correct.
The entrants name must be clearly marked on the bottom of the chassis.
All cars must have clear windscreens fitted where they appeared on the prototype. Vacuum formed windscreens are permitted.
All cars must carry detailing including but not limited to mirrors, roll bar, suspension (which includes shock absorbers when visible and A arms or rocker arms as appropriate) and external engine components and differential consistent with the car being represented. Cars that do not comply will be returned to the entrant.
All cars must have a suitably decorated and period correct, three dimensional, representation of a driver consisting of at least a head, shoulders, arms, hands and the upper part of a steering wheel. Vacuum formed interiors and drivers are not permitted.
The chassis, motor and all running gear should not be visible from above or through the cockpit opening and engine bay unless that which can be seen represents parts of the real car, e.g. suspension components and exhaust systems.
The slot guide must not protrude beyond the front-most point of the car when in the straight ahead position.
3. WHEELS & TIRES
All wheels must be representative of real wheels or have suitable inserts fitted.
Tires are limited to rubber or urethane compounds. Silicone tires and sponge/foam rubber tires are not permitted. A list of compliant and recommended tires is attached.
All tires must be dry and free from additives whenever the car is placed on the track. No chemicals or oil. No clear paint, polish or sealant on the front tires.
Front wheels and tires: Minimum diameter 18mm, minimum width 6mm (Overall width)
Rear wheels and tires: Minimum diameter 20mm, maximum width 10mm (Overall width)
Front and rear wheels and tires should be period appropriate and representative of the prototype that is being modeled.
4. MOTORS & CHASSIS
Motor choice is free. Motor orientation is inline only.
Races will be run at 12v.
Chassis design and construction is free but must comply with sections 1-4, however plastic chassis, whether purchased or scratch built, are not permitted.
Any chassis design which allows the wheelbase or effective track dimension to vary will be measured at both extremes of movement and must remain within the + or - 2mm scale tolerance and not exceed the maximum width restriction.
Wheelbase, track and overall width will be measured with the steering in the straight ahead position for any cars fitted with steering.
Minimum ground clearance of 1/16 inch will apply under the motor and the entire length of the chassis and body. Drive gears may be below the minimum ground clearance but must, at all times, remain clear of the track surface.
One slot guide only is permitted. Blade designs must be no more than 25mm long.
Traction magnets are not permitted.
READY-TO-RUN (RTR) CARS ARE NOT PERMITTED.
The final decision on eligibility will rest with the event organizers.
CONCOURS D'ELEGANCE
Points will be awarded for fidelity to scale, finish, detail and workmanship. Cars are required to race on the track and are to be built for beauty of appearance and the hurly burly of racing.
The organizers will select the Concours judge (s).Each entrant should supply a reference photograph of the car being represented.
The following guidelines provide the methodology by which the cars will be judged and ranked.
I .Does the model provide an immediate impression of the original car in miniature?
2.Does the car sit well on its four wheels when viewed from eye level ?
3. Is the car compliant with the scale accuracy of wheelbase and track
dimensions, and other guidelines per the regulations? Visible chassis mechanics should not be visible from above within reasonable limits.
4. Steering or non-steering, and suspension detail
5. Incorporation of body details
6. Wheel details
7. Characteristic attitude of the driver
8. Chassis engineering construction, and neatness
9. Is the body shell a modified commercial plastic or glass fiber structure? If the body shell is entirely hand-made by the entrant, and has captured the authentic shape, marks may be given for special craftsmanship. The amount of personal ingenuity that goes into the model may result in higher marks
10.Paint work, general finish, lettering, authentic colors, and neatness
Concours points are 25% of the total scoring