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Old 10-29-2008, 12:13 PM
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RX-8 to STX?

I haven't found anything official, but is the RX-8 being moved from STU to STX. Has anyone heard any more rumors. Thanks
Old 10-29-2008, 12:17 PM
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It is official...look in the fast tracks from either sept. or oct.
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Originally Posted by GlenAnderson
It is official...look in the fast tracks from either sept. or oct.
Thanks - I obviously missed that one.
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Originally Posted by GlenAnderson
It is official...look in the fast tracks from either sept. or oct.
Correct. 2wd cars are also allowed 265 tires in STX for '09.
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Originally Posted by GlenAnderson
It is official...look in the fast tracks from either sept. or oct.
I thought the FastTrack had errors in it including some rule changes that hadn't been approved? No idea if the RX8 move or the tire/wheel size changes were included...

EDIT here's a couple notes on the errors. Changes that affected the RX8 were correct so we now have open season on STX with 265s:

http://www.scca.org/documents/Fastra...k-nov-solo.pdf
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i read em all aug sep oct nov, where does it actually say that rx8s are good for stx now?
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http://www.scca.com/documents/Fastra...ck-oct-bod.pdf

STX changes that would affect the RX8:

ITEM 14) Change 14.12.4:
“Rims (wheels):
2WD (FWD or RWD):
Width – 9” maximum
Diameter and offset – unrestricted
SCCA Fastrack News July 2008 Page 4
AWD:
Width – 8”
Diameter and offset – unrestricted
Tires:
2WD (FWD or RWD):
Width – 265 mm maximum
AWD:
Width – 245 mm maximum”
SCCA Fastrack News March and August 2008
ITEM 15) Replace Section 14.12.7:
“Non-standard brake rotors may be used provided they are of equal or larger dimensions (diameter and thickness) and made
of ferrous material (e.g. iron). Aluminum rotor hats are allowed. Cars originally equipped with solid (non-vented) rotors may
utilize vented rotors. Cross-drilled and/or slotted brake rotors may be fitted provided all such voids are within the disc area,
and comprise no more than 10% of that area. Brake calipers and mounting brackets may be replaced provided they bolt to
the standard locations and the number of pistons is equal to or greater than standard. Drum brakes may be replaced with
disc brakes of a diameter equal to or greater than the inside diameter of the standard drum. Such conversions must be bolted,
not welded to the axle/trailing arm/upright. Changes to backing plates/dust shields/brake lines to accommodate these
changes are permitted but may serve no other purpose.”
SCCA Fastrack News June, July, and August 2008

ITEM 16) In 14.12.9, remove from the list of excluded cars:
Mazda RX-8
Items affecting the RX-8 if you stay in STU:

ITEM 17) In 14.13, change second sentence to read:
“…and the maximum tire width is increased to 285 mm for FWD or RWD vehicles…”
SCCA Fastrack News August 2008
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Old 11-10-2008, 06:33 AM
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Originally Posted by Fathead_03
free post - drunk roommate got ahold of my laptop
Yeah. You need to lock that down.
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I'm looking to campaign my '04 in STX in 2009. I'm thinking the new Direzza Star Specs are my best bet for a tire. Will 265s fit on the car? I thought we had trouble with 245s before. Goodness! Any idea on an appropriate aspect ratio?

I'm not sure about 17" vs 18", either. Hmmm...
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So if i had 17x9 with 275's in the rear I wouldnt be able to be in STX...what class would that put me in?
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Originally Posted by topgear8
So if i had 17x9 with 275's in the rear I wouldnt be able to be in STX...what class would that put me in?
That would be STU. 2wd cars are allowed 285s there now.
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^Yeah thats what I assumed it would be. Thanks.
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