Tarmac Auto Tests, Supplementary Regulations

The SMS Autotests,

25th September 2005.

Introduction

Hart MC are proudly presenting a Grass Autotest on 25th September 2005 after the successful running of this event in 2002 and 2003. We plan to provide you with entertaining and interesting tests mostly in a forward direction. Our aim is to run at least nine tests, two goes at each, with best time to count for the results.

The venue is a smooth grass field, some 3 miles SW of Reading at Grazeley Green and we are indebted to Richard Thorne of James Farm for providing the use of the field.

The clerk of the course is an experienced autotester having gained an FTD on his first ever autotest back in the 70s and more recently class wins on FDMC events. For those experienced rally drivers amongst you, or aspiring ones, come and have a go, as its an ideal opportunity to fine tune your handbraking skills in a totally non-damaging environment.

We are also running a class for under 17 year olds who will be accompanied by an adult ( a navigator?!) while the rest of you will have to work your own way around the tests!

We look forward to seeing you on the 25th September and get those entries in early.

Toilets are available at the venue.

Gwyn Jones Clerk of the Course.

The SMS Autotests, 25th Sept 2005

Supplementary Regulations

1. The Hart Motor Club will promote a grass Autotest of Clubsport and Production Car Auto tests (P.C.A) status on Sunday 25th of Sept 2005 at James Farm, James Lane, Grazeley Green, nr Reading, MR 175/675672

2. The meeting will be governed by the general and specific regulations of the Motor Sports Association ltd (incorporating the provisions of the international sporting code of FISA), hereafter termed the GSR’s; these supplementary regulations; and any written instructions that the organisers issue for the event.

3. MSA permit has been applied for, no is TBA.

4. The Clubsport event is open to full members of Hart MC and the following invited clubs; Basingstoke MC, Middlesex County AC, Farnborough District MC., Windsor MC, Guildford MC and Dolphin MC.

5. The PCA event is open to full members of HMC and FDMC only.

6. All competitors must produce a valid club membership card at signing on.

7. Younger drivers; eligibility – as per GSR E.2.7 and F.9.

8. Drivers over 14 and less than 17 on the date of the event may enter the PCA event in a 4 seat saloon below 1400cc, subject to carrying a passenger who has a full RTA licence. A parent or guardian must endorse the entry form for any driver under 18.

9. The site will open at 08.00, scrutineering starts at 08.30, followed by signing on and documents check, tests start at 10.00, any competitor not signed on by 09.25 may be excluded.

10.The event comprises 6 classes as follows;

A. Saloons, Engines over driven wheels, up to 11 feet and up to 1100cc B. Saloons, EODW, up to 11 feet and over 1100cc C. Saloons, EODW, 11 feet up to 13 feet D. All other saloons E. Sports and sport kit cars (incl. Convertibles with hood down) F. Specials

The PCA event will consist of a single class, class G for 4 seat saloons of 1400 cc maximum (ref. section 7/8, young drivers).

11.Limited slip differentials will not change the class or attract a handicap. Ref F11.3

12. Four wheel drive vehicles will run in class C.

All vehicles must comply with MSA technical regulations as per GSR F11 and need not be taxed or registered, but must comply with all statutory regulations regarding construction and use; light commercials are permitted ref F11.8.3

13.Tyres. It is a condition of using the venue that no “Knobbly” or winter Mud & Snow pattern tyres will be used by any competitor. Road pattern tyres only please.

14.Awards will be presented as follows:- 1st overall/Fastest time of the day FTD – trophies 1st in class – An Award 2nd in class - An Award (subject to minimum of 4 entries in class)

Classes where less than 3 entries are received may be amalgamated.

Production Car Auto tests – An Award

15. The entry list opens on publication of these SR’s and closes on Tuesday, 20th Sept 2005. The entry fee for the event is £18. Entries must be on the official entry form, accompanied by the correct entry fee. Entries received after the closing date may be accepted up to the day of the event at an increased fee of £25.

The entries secretary, to whom all entries must be sent, is; Katie Williamson 14 Warren Close, Hayling Island, Hampshire PO11 0HP Tel 02392 433200 or 07768 831718 e-mail katie_hunt @bmc.com

16. Other officials of the meeting are; Clerk of the Course } :- Gwyn Jones, tel 01252 879140 (h) Secretary of the Meeting} e-mail [email protected] Scrutineer; Derek Coates Chief Marshal Tom Davies Club Steward; Peter Hoare

17. The maximum entry for the event is 40 and the minimum is 20. Entries will be accepted in order of receipt. If the minimum is not reached, H.M.C may cancel or postpone the event. If cancellation becomes necessary for this or any other reason or an entrant/driver has to withdraw before the event, refund of entry fees will be at the organisers’ discretion. For an acknowledgement of entry, please enclose a stamped addressed envelope.

18. Provisional results will be published at the end of the event. Any protest must be lodged in accordance with GSR O.5

19. Final instructions, with the same authority as these SR’s, will be posted or e-mailed to competitors on 22nd September.

20. Timing will be by hand held stop watches to 0.1second. The test start procedure will be by marshal’s instructions with the watch being started when the front wheels cross the start line and timing will stop when the front wheels (both of them) cross the finishing line.

Two runs at each test will apply, the best time of the two will count for the results. Test layout diagrams will be issued at signing on.

Practising, or driving unsafely, on any part of the site, will result in exclusion. Competitors will be expected to observe a 5 mph speed limit outside of the test area. Only officials are allowed in the test area.

21. Marking and penalties will be as per the MSA GSR’s, amended as below; The PCA competitors (class G) will attract the same penalties as the other classes. Wrong test; replace GSRF5.1.6. As follows;

A maximum penalty, for a wrong test applies if the manoeuvres on the test diagram are not correctly completed in the sequence drawn. But, if the driver returns to the point of their mistake, and then completes the test as per the diagram, a wrong test does not apply. Penalties; amend F7.2.2 as follows:- - The penalty for striking a pylon is 10 seconds, each occasion. - The penalty for overshooting a test finish line or putting the wrong wheels over first is 10 seconds. - A driver who’s car breaks down may complete the event, driving another car in the same class.

22. All other MSA GSR’s apply as written, a) except F4.3.2, pylons may be less then 1 meter in height

23. All officials will be judges of fact.

There will be toilet facilities on the site.

Date recd…./…/05 Entry No…… The SMS Autotests, 25th Sept 2005 Entry Form

Driver’s Name ………………………………….. Club ………………………….

Address ………………………………………..

……………………………………….. post code …………………………….. tel no …………………(home) tel no ………………………(work or mobile) e-mail address …………………………@………………………………. Car details:- make …………….model …………….Length ……………..feet

Reg no ______Eng capacity …………cc

Class entered A B C D E F G (circle as appropriate) My car is fitted with a limited slip differential YES / NO (circle as appropriate) I hold / do not hold a full RTA licence: Dvr Signature……………………………… Next of Kin: Name: ……………………………….. Address …………………………………………………………………. Post Code…………………….Tel no………………………………….. Relationship …………………. Send your completed entry form, accompanied by the entry fee of £18, to the entries secretary to arrive before the closing date of 20/9/05 (£25 thereafter):- Katie Williamson, 14 Warren Close, Hayling Island, Hampshire PO11 0HP Tel 077 688 31718; e-mail katie_hunt @bmc.com Please make cheques payable to Hart Motor Club Ltd.

Indemnification Declaration. In accordance with the MSA’S GSR B9.6 the indemnification will be included at official sign on documentation. However, if the entrant/driver is below the age of 18 on the date of the event, that person’s parent or guardian must complete the form below.

This entry is made with my consent: Name: ………………………………..

Address ……………………………………………………………………………

Post Code……………………. Tel no…………………………………..

Relationship …………………. Signature ………………………………