2015 Flyslot LeMans Classic N. America Championships

[mikeinclover]

Flyslot has authorized Great Traditions (aka GTSLOTS) to run a North America race program for their 1970's LeMans Classic series of cars. Regional races are being scheduled, culminating in a North America Final race to be held on a May, 2015 date TBA. The Finals will take place at Great Traditions, 831 Byberry Road, Philadelphia, PA.

To qualify for the finals, you must finish in the top 4 of one of the 2015 Flyslot LeMans Classic regional races to be announced soon, or have a prior champion's exemption as a previous winner of a GTSLOTS championship final within the past 5 years.

Any shops, clubs or slot car organizations interested in holding a regional event contact Robert Holt by phone (908-397-7886) or e-mail (holtr371@yahoo.com)

All drivers that qualify and plan on attending the “National Event” should take note that the following rules will be utilized and enforced. Modifications to these rules for “Regional Events” such as the use of different tires or other specific parts or rules are permitted with advanced notification given by the race director for the event.

ELIGIBLE CARS:
Flyslot “LeMans Classics” as raced in the World Championship of Manufactures and at Le Mans from 1969 – 1971 including the following cars:




Chevron B21 (sidewinder) - #024101, #024102
Ferrari 512S (in-line) – #707101, #707102, #707103
Ford GT40 Mk II (in-line) – #708101
Lola T70 Mk. 3B (in-line & sidewinder) – #F19101, #705101, #705102, #705301, #004301
Porsche Carrera 6 [906] (sidewinder) – #F07101
Porsche 908/2 (sidewinder) – #F20101, #003102
Porsche 917K (in-line & sidewinder) – #005103, #005104, #005105, #005301, #F11101, #F11102, #706101, #055106, #055107, #055108
Porsche 917LH (in-line) – #709101, #709102, #709103

As they are introduced, newly released cars will be reviewed and added to the approved list if eligible.

NOTE: This race series is for Flyslot manufactured cars, NOT cars manufactured by Fly.

GENERAL:
This will be a race series utilizing cars as supplied by Flyslot. Only those cars released by Flyslot and listed on the approved car list will be allowed. Only those replacement parts supplied by Flyslot or as listed in the rules below may used to replace parts. If the rules stated on these pages do not indicate a part or tuning method IS allowed, it is NOT allowed. Any variations to these rules must be approved in advance by GTSLOTS. All rules are subject to change.

THE BODY:
Bodies may not be modified, lightened, or cut in any way – including wheel wells, body posts, interiors, etc. EXCEPTIONS: Sharp edges and burrs may be trimmed or sanded slightly to permit clearance for the proper seating of the body onto the chassis and to allow for body float. All cars must start each race with all parts intact except for mirrors, wipers, and antennas. All cars must start with all wings and/or spoiler(s) in place as applicable if it came on the original model. Bodies and interiors can be custom painted, but all cars must have numbers and markings as is prototypical and look like race cars. Bodies must be attached by any and all screws locations provided by the factory, using any manufacturer’s screws, and shims are permitted to adjust chassis/body/spur gear/tire tweak and clearance. If body screws are run loose, tape must be placed over the screw holes in the bottom of the chassis. All cars must use the complete interior w/driver figure as supplied with the car. The front edge of the interior may be modified only to allow clearance of a full front axle in replacement of the stub axles. An “in-line” body may only be used with an “in-line” chassis. All windows must remain transparent as is prototypical.

CHASSIS:
Flyslot chassis only. NO TRACTION MAGNETS. Sanding edges of chassis for float is legal. NO modifications to axle mounts front or rear are permitted. Front axle ride height adjusting blocks must be in place if included in original model. (Note: Chassis may not be modified in any manner to fit gears.)

AXLES\BUSHINGS\WHEELS\TIRES:
Flyslot or any other manufacture’s 3/32” axles, axle stoppers, and bushings (no ball bearings) are allowed. Bushings may be glued in place. Front stub axles may be replaced with a single axle of the correct length or stub axles fabricated from a shortened axle and axle stopper. (Note: on the Chevron the front body post mount prevents the use of a single axle.) Axle shims are permitted. Stock front and rear wheels and/or any style (or color) C. B. Design wheels (front – 15mm x 8mm only/rear – 15mm x 11mm only) are allowed. Stock plastic wheels may be lightly sanded for the purposes of truing. Wheels may be painted. CA (Super) glue may be used to repair loose or attach plastic wheels. Flyslot stock or Slot.it tires may be used on the front. Front tires may be both glued and trued. All rear tires to be supplied by race host (Regional) or GTSLOTS (Regional and National) on race day. Note: some rear bushings may require the removal (or notching) of the bearing flange where it comes into contact with the motor can and will be permitted only in the sidewinder chassis cars for the proper seating and alignment of the motor in the rear motor pod assembly. All rear tires to be supplied by race host (Regional) or GTSLOTS (Regional and National) on race day.

Approved rear tires are:
“Quick Slicks” tire(s) #CB46 (.780”x.435”), #CB47 (.797”x.433”), #CB48 (.813”x.441), or #CB49 (.828”x.441”). Rear tires may extend past body by no more than .5mm. (.020”). No chemicals may be used on the tires. Tires are subject to change at the Nationals and due to availability some tire sizes may not be available. Regional hosts can determine tires to be used for their regional race.

GEARING:
ONLY the Slot.it 12 tooth 6.5 mm pinion and the 34/36/38 tooth (ratios – 2.83/3.00/3.17) 19 mm sidewinder spur gears for sidewinder configured cars and the Slot.it 8 tooth 5.5 mm pinion and the 23/24/25/26 tooth (ratios – 2.88/3.00/3.13/3.25) in-line spur gears for in-line configured cars are permitted. Driver may apply grease to the gears.

GUIDE BLADES/BRAID/ELECTRICAL:
Only the Flyslot stock guide blade is allowed. Any manufacture braid and wire can be used and must be attached to the guide/braid through the use of Flyslot eyelets and may not be glued or soldered.

MOTOR:
Regional Events (2 options available):

Option 1 – Handout motors (GTSLOTS black endbell short can also known as the Piranha 21.5k – rated 21.5k @12volts) who’s price would be included in the race entry fee would be available for purchase from GTSLOTS (contact Rich at GTSLOTS or technical contacts shown below for pricing and availability) to the race host prior to the race date. Motors will be pre-tested and marked with an ID code (a report form can be supplied including motor test data); racers will provide their own pinion gears (12 or 8 tooth); trim the motor shafts as required; and will be responsible for the proper soldering of the lead wires to the motor tabs without overheating the tabs and causing damage to the motor. No chemicals (example: Voo Doo drops, etc.) shall be added to the motors. For the sole purpose to hold the motor in place, motors may ONLY be attached in place in the motor pod or chassis by using a single piece of tape supplied by the race host. Holes may be cut out of the tape to allow for cooling over the motor vent holes. Racers would receive their handout motor on arrival at the event, have the opportunity to test/practice with the handout motor before the start of competition, the option to purchase a replacement motor prior to the start of competition, and keep the motor(s) at the conclusion of the event.

Option 2 – Motors provided by the race host or racers themselves using the appropriate Slot.it 12 tooth or 8 tooth pinion. It is suggested that the motors of the top 5 finishers be tested at the conclusion of the event to confirm legality with the results (if tested) provided to GTSLOTS along with the event race results. (NOTE: Contact GTSLOT technical contacts shown below for additional information on the testing of motors.)

North America Finals:
Only the provided handout (GTSLOTS black endbell short can also known as the Piranha 21.5k – rated 21.5k @12volts) motor is legal for the National event and will be supplied by GTSLOTS. Motors will be pre-tested and marked with an ID code; racers will provide their own pinion gears (12 or 8 tooth); trim the motor shafts as required; and will be responsible for the proper soldering of the lead wires to the motor tabs without overheating the tabs and causing damage to the motor. No chemicals (example: Voo Doo drops, etc.) shall be added to the motors. For the sole purpose to hold the motor in place, motors may ONLY be attached in place in the motor pod or chassis by using a single piece of tape supplied by the race host. Holes may be cut out of the tape to allow for cooling over the motor vent holes. Racers would receive their handout motor on arrival at the event, have the opportunity to test/practice with the handout motor before the start of competition, the option to purchase a replacement motor prior to the start of competition, and keep the motor(s) at the conclusion of the event.

WEIGHT:
Weight may be added to the inside of the chassis. NO weight may be attached to the underside of the chassis.

LIGHTING (Optional):
May not be added.

TRACK VOLTAGE:
Suggested 12 volts (Note: track power will be set at 12 volts for the N. America finals and the GTSLOTS regional races)

RACE PROCEDURES: (as to be used at the N. America finals and GTSLOTS regional events):
- All participating race cars will be inspected to ensure rule compliance. A few test laps (the number to be determined by the race organizer) will be allowed prior to the final inspection.
- It is the responsibility of each participant to make sure that the front spoiler, chassis, and spur gear of their car has sufficient clearance to the track and pickup rail surface so as not to rub under race conditions and will be inspected for such clearance.
- Cars will be impounded after the inspection process and drivers cannot touch their cars unless done under “green flag” race conditions under the observation of a race official.
- Any controller is permitted, provided that the controller does not store an electrical charge.
- The race director for the event (the race organizer holding the event) will have the final determination if any questions or conflicts arise.
- For any clarification of the race procedures being used at the National Championship please contact:

Robert Holt by phone (908-397-7886) or e-mail (holtr371@yahoo.com)
Bob Kuss by phone (610-996-0595) or e-mail (lotus74s6@verizon.net)

[mikeinclover]

We will be holding two regional races for the nationals In Philly at GT Slots. Feel free to come out and race even if you have no intention on going to the Nationals. The First race will be at the store on April 25TH. The second race will be at Clover Leaf Raceway (Home of the Michigan 24 Hour race) It will be on May 25TH. We will have Pizza, I will have hand out tires for the race you must have the proper motor installed in your car as I am not getting motors to install. If you have any questions please feel free to ask. Mike

Flyslot LeMans Classic Regional Championship race at the Cloverleaf Store in Michigan on April 25th, 2015.

Address:
1246 South Milford road
Highland MI 48357

Quick Slicks mandatory, will be handed out.
Must have your own motors
All rules for the N. America finals will be enforced.

The Sideways Group 5 race will be run after the Flyslot LeMans Classic race.
10 Minute heats.
Pizza at about 6:00
Entry fee is $15.00
Practice during normal business hours.(12pm - 6pm)
Registration at 6:00
Tech at 6:30
Flyslot Race starts at 7:00.

Flyslot LeMans Classic regional race will be held at the home of the Michigan 24 Hour Endurance race, Cloverleaf Raceway, on Saturday, 5/2/2015.

Address:
7746 Clyde road
Fenton MI 48430

Quick Slicks mandatory, will be handed out.
Must have your own motors
All rules for the N. America finals will be enforced.

The Sideways Group 5 race will be run after the Flyslot LeMans Classic race.
10 Minute heats.
Pizza at about 6:00
Entry fee is $15.00
Practice during normal business hours.(12pm - 6pm)
Registration at 6:00
Tech at 6:30
Flyslot Race starts at 7:00, followed by Sideways Group 5 race.

[waaytoomuchintothis]

They had me reading with interest until they inserted the rule that only their new cars could qualify.

[mikeinclover]

We are not going to require that at our race but it will be required at the nationals.
Mike