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Old 05-19-2008, 11:20 AM
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So im guessing adding front mud flaps takes me out of BS class for SCCA then?

If so, seems kind of silly.... but then again I probably couldn't be too competitive no matter what class they put me in
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no, the mud flaps are OK despite what some ****-ysts might tell you
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I tried to sum this thread up for easy reference in another thread but StokerAce began personal attacks. So I'll sum it up here to try and help newbies for searches.

What you can do: And most common listed:

Light wheels, stock size, +/- 1/4" offset.
SUGGESTIONS/MOST COMMON?
Any size DOT tire that fits the stock wheel. Hoosier A6 or Kuhmo v710s (Also BFG R1s)
Any front swaybar, that also includes the front links and bushings. (fsb extra hole.) Mazdaspeed Bar or Whiteline
Shocks, up to double adjustable with remote res. Khoni Yellows
Any cat-back exhaust. See link https://www.rx8club.com/rx-8-racing-25/single-side-exhaust-59424/
Drop-in air filter. K&N or GREEN
Ignition, coils, wires and plugs
Thermostat.
Fluids. ATE Brake Fluid-Super Blue and Type 2000
Brake pads.
Alignment. See link https://www.rx8club.com/rx-8-racing-25/alignment-settings-street-track-use-43308/

Details are at: http://www.scca.com/documents/Solo%2...lo_Rules_2.pdf Section 13
Front sway bar explanation: When one side of your vehicle's suspension compresses, or pushes down on the springs, the anti-sway bar is pulled up. The resulting twist in the bar forces the other end to pull down. This force will lift the compressed corner of the vehicle and pull down on the unloaded wheel on the other side. The result: your vehicle will lean less and handle better.

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^^Thats the most helpfull post yet! You could add the BFG R-1s to the tire list for cheap skates like me.
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I would change the air filter to a Green.
Old 07-22-2008, 03:37 PM
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So if I had an Intake, and some springs...what class would that put me in?
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STU - Street Touring Ultra. Although, I get that confused with BSP-B Street Prepared.
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Originally Posted by docgatorx8er
STU - Street Touring Ultra. Although, I get that confused with BSP-B Street Prepared.
Correct. He would be in STU as long as he ran street tires with a 140 tread wear rating or higher (also cannot be wider than 275).

BSP allows all STU mods and some additional ones (e.g. you can delete your catalytic converters). In BSP you're also allowed to run Dot-R rubber of any width.
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It's fixed http://www.scca.com/documents/Solo%2...lo_Rules_2.pdf
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Koni doesn't make any shocks with remote reservoirs, none
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Originally Posted by TeamRX8
Koni doesn't make any shocks with remote reservoirs, none
Shocks, up to double adjustable with remote res. Khoni Yellows

I don't believe it says that Koni has a remote. The list states the limits the limits on the shocks and states that most common recommended is Koni.

Would you like to suggest a better wording?

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What wheels are suggested? I read somewhere about OZs, but can't find which one.s
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http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...t+Silver+Paint

18.4 lbs Silver, Black and Gold available

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Originally Posted by docgatorx8er
What wheels are suggested? I read somewhere about OZs, but can't find which one.s
The OZ Ultraleggeras are what Beth runs with. The more budget oriented go with the Enkei RPF1s. Same model I have but in the 18x8 config to meet BS specs. Goodwin Racing or AutoRND sell wheel/tire combo packages with offsets compatible for BS.

Getting more savings typically requires custom wheels. Hard to find the 18x8 with the allowed offsets in weights lower than what OZ and Enkei offer.

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Originally Posted by RK
The OZ Ultraleggeras are what Beth runs with. The more budget oriented go with the Enkei RPF1s. Same model I have but in the 18x8 config to meet BS specs. Goodwin Racing or AutoRND sell wheel/tire combo packages with offsets compatible for BS.

Getting more savings typically requires custom wheels.
I have never seen a BS legal RPF1, the 18X8 is a 35mm offset which is way off. Could you be thinking of the GTC01 or the RPM2?
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Originally Posted by ULLLOSE
I have never seen a BS legal RPF1, the 18X8 is a 35mm offset which is way off. Could you be thinking of the GTC01 or the RPM2?
Yup. Woops. Thought the RPF1s were there.

http://www.good-win-racing.com/Mazda.../60-13752.html
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Originally Posted by RK
Yup. Woops. Thought the RPF1s were there.

http://www.good-win-racing.com/Mazda.../60-13752.html
Wait... Only a mostly wrong. Someone ran with 'em.

http://www.good-win-racing.com/mazda...topic.php?t=18

Looks like you can special order RPF1s. Not sure why anyone would since the special order would probably end up costing more than the OZs.
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Originally Posted by RK
Wait... Only a mostly wrong. Someone ran with 'em.

http://www.good-win-racing.com/mazda...topic.php?t=18

Looks like you can special order RPF1s. Not sure why anyone would since the special order would probably end up costing more than the OZs.
I read it and he says not worth it, and he did not do it?

Anyhow, the least expensive "light" BS wheel is the Rota P1, 19lbs and under $800 a set.
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Originally Posted by ULLLOSE
I read it and he says not worth it, and he did not do it?
Some interesting grammar by Brian on that one (said he had ordered it but was checking on the wait for it...) but I'm sure you're right and I'm back to being completely wrong. They make 'em in Japan in that offset but it doesn't look like anyone imports 'em with that offset.

SSRs had a set that was lightweight in the proper size/offset but they stopped producing them. Still find 'em used occasionally if you are shopping around. Same dimensions as the Ultraleggeras at 18x8 +48.
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Originally Posted by ULLLOSE

Anyhow, the least expensive "light" BS wheel is the Rota P1, 19lbs and under $800 a set.
Any feelings on the OZs vs the RotaP1? One better than the other????
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Originally Posted by docgatorx8er
Any feelings on the OZs vs the RotaP1? One better than the other????
The OZ weighs less, if that is important to you, then I would say they are better.
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Post my two cents

Stage 1 300 series by mazsport, all gauges for the kit, front and back strut bars by mazda speed, mazdaspeed brake pads (front), ACT CLutch, Mazdaspeed suspension, shoei helmet (needed), last but not least skills i actually do the race with porshes and a few rx8's (2) including me. www.rgvpca.org sucks but hey they r good sports!
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Originally Posted by suay
Stage 1 300 series by mazsport, all gauges for the kit, front and back strut bars by mazda speed, mazdaspeed brake pads (front), ACT CLutch, Mazdaspeed suspension, shoei helmet (needed), last but not least skills i actually do the race with porshes and a few rx8's (2) including me. www.rgvpca.org sucks but hey they r good sports!
To bad the only things on your list that are legal, and apply to BS, are the brake pads and helmet.
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Originally Posted by docgatorx8er
Can anyone tell me if this brace is allowed in BS. It came in the car when I bought it used.
Isn't that the mounting bar for the spare tyre kit? If so, I would think that it would be allowed. It looks like the spare tyre kit bar in mine.
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Originally Posted by longpath
Isn't that the mounting bar for the spare tyre kit? If so, I would think that it would be allowed. It looks like the spare tyre kit bar in mine.
yes, that is the spare tire bar. If you read through the hole thread this was discussed at length and determined to be not BS legal.


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