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Great Traditions (aka GTSLOTS) will run a North America race program for the Slot.IT "Classics" car models. The North America Final championship race will be held at Great Traditions, 831 Byberry Road, Philadelphia, PA. Track opens 8 am, tech inspection starts at 10 am, racing scheduled to start about 1 pm.
Due to the impact of covid-19, the GTSLOTS June Finals have been postponed until further notice. The rescheduled date will be communicated here at an appropriate time.
Any shops, clubs or slot car organizations interested in holding a warm-up event contact Robert Holt by phone (908-397-7886) or e-mail ([email protected]).
ELIGIBLE DRIVERS: All participants are welcome and must confirm interest in participating by contacting Robert Holt by phone (908-397-7886) or e-mail ([email protected]) no later than one (1) week before the championship event. All drivers that plan on attending the “Championship Event” should take note that the following rules will be utilized and enforced. Modifications to these rules for “Warm-up Events” such as the use of different tires, other specific parts, or rules are permitted with advanced notification given by the race director for the event.
ELIGIBLE CARS: Only the Slot.it (& Policar releases) “Classics”: Alfa Romeo T33/3, Chaparral 2E, Ferrari 312 PB, Ferrari 330 P4/412P, Ford GT40, Ford GT40 MkII, Matra MS 670B (’73 & ’74), and McLaren M8D & M8E/D cars as raced from 1966 thru 1974 in the Can-Am, Interseries, and World Manufactures Championship series in Europe, UK, and North America are permitted. See the attached cars/parts list for the approved car releases, kits, and parts. Kits must be complete with all parts that are supplied with the kit, excepting those changes permitted below. As they are introduced, newly released cars will be reviewed and added to the approved list if eligible. See pictures below for eligible car examples:
GENERAL: Any modifications or parts not specifically addressed in the series rules or are not listed in the approved cars/parts list are not legal and will not be permitted. If the rules stated on this page do not indicate a part or tuning method IS allowed, it is NOT allowed. Any modifications that are made and/or tuning techniques used are made at the racer’s own risk. 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, have parts removed, or cut in any way - including wheel wells, body posts, interiors, etc. EXCEPTIONS: Sharp edges, burrs, and mold flashing may be trimmed and/or sanded to permit clearance for the proper seating of the body onto the chassis and to allow for body float. No more than .010” of material should be removed where applicable. If a standard credit card can be passed in the gap between the body and chassis, the sanding has exceeded tolerance and the car may fail inspection. All cars including kits must start each race with any and all front and/or rear spoilers/wings, headlights and/or headlight covers, air scoops, exhaust details, miscellaneous body details, and wheel inserts in place as provided with the car. Antennas, mirrors and small aerodynamic front trim tabs (winglets) may be missing, but should be replaced when possible. Bodies and interiors may be custom painted, but all cars must have proper numbers and markings as is prototypical and look like race cars of the era represented. All cars must use the complete and unmodified interior w/driver figure as supplied with the car and may be minimally trimmed for fit and function. (Note: due to availability, NO lexan interiors or windscreens.) All windows and windscreens must remain transparent as is prototypical. Bodies must be attached by any and all screws locations provided by the factory using any manufactures screws and shims are permitted to adjust chassis/body/spur gear/tire tweak and clearance. If body screws are run loose, tape should be placed over the screw holes on the bottom of the chassis where possible. (Note: split and cracked body posts may be repaired by reinforcement through the use of styrene, aluminum, brass or similar tubing and the use of glue over the damaged post as long as the post’s original height is not altered.)
CHASSIS/PODS: Only the Slot.it stock chassis and/or their direct replacements; and the stock sidewinder .00mm offset (CH19) and/or .05mm offset (CH44/CH62/CH67) motor pods, and/or their direct .05 mm offset (CH44b/CH62/CH67) replacements (both can and endbell end drives) may be used. Pods may not be modified in any manner excepting Slot.it EVO6 motor pods (CH67) may have their unused side mounting tabs removed to match the equivalent non-EVO6 type pod. NO TRACTION MAGNETS. Motor pod must be attached by a minimum of 4 of the screws locations provided by the factory, any manufacturer’s screws may be used, adjusted for float, and shims are permitted to adjust chassis/pod tweak. Sanding of the edges and interference points of the motor pod, the motor mount area, and the chassis for fit and float is legal. No more than .010” of material should be removed where applicable. If a standard credit card can be passed in the gap between the chassis and pod, the sanding has exceeded tolerance and the car may fail inspection. Mold flashing and the plastic injection/molding ejection/overflow expansion points may be removed (Note: this does not include wire pathway posts). Front axle ride height adjusting set screws utilizing any manufacture’s 2.0mm hexagonal (set) screws (upper and lower) and/or the plastic ride height spacers may be used and adjusted as required. NO other modifications to axle mounts front or rear are permitted. Suspension is not permitted.
AXLES\BUSHINGS\WHEELS\TIRES: Only Slot.it 3/32” axles and spherical brass bushings for the motor pod are permitted. Bushings may be glued in place. Slot.it front axle plastic or spherical brass bushings are optional. Any manufacture’s axle shims and spacers are permitted. Only the Slot.it 14.3 by 8mm (for the Alfa Romeo 33/3. Ferrari 312PB, and Matra-Simca 670B) or the 15.8 by 8.2mm (for the Chaparral 2E, Ferrari 330 P4/412P, Ford GT40, Ford GT40 MkII, and McLaren M8D & M8E/D) plastic, aluminum, or magnesium wheels are permitted on the front of the car. Stock plastic wheels may be lightly sanded for the purposes of truing and glue may be used to repair loose or attach plastic wheels. Only the Slot.it 15.8 by 8.2mm aluminum or magnesium wheels will be permitted on the rear of the car (for all cars). Wheel inserts are required and must be of the correct type for the car raced (see car/parts list below). All cars must start each race with all wheel inserts in place and inserts can be secured using glue. Wheels and wheel inserts may be painted.
Approved tires are: “Quick Slicks” tire(s) #CB33 (.766”x.360”), #CB34 (.785”x.360”), #CB35 (.805”x.360”), or #CB36 (.825”x.360”). Slot.it front tires only (see car/parts list below) can be used on the front and may be both glued and trued. Front and rear tires may not extend past the body at any point. No chemicals or treatments may be used on the tires. All rear tires are to be supplied by GTSLOTS on race day for the Championship event unless otherwise noted. Tires are subject to change at the Championship event and due to availability some tire sizes may not be available. Hosts for warm-up events can determine tires to be used for their events.
GEARING: Only the Slot.it 11, 12, or 13 tooth 6.5mm Brass/Ergal pinion gears are permitted. Only the Slot.it sidewinder 31/32/33/34/35/36 tooth 18mm Ergal/Plastic sidewinder spur gears are permitted. All gears listed per the approved parts list below are permitted. Driver may apply grease to the gears.
GUIDE BLADES/BRAID/ELECTRICAL: Only Slot.it guide blades are allowed (see car/parts list below for approved types) and shimming is permitted. Any manufacture braid and lead wire may be used and must be attached to the guide/braid through the use of any manufactures eyelets or the Slot.it M2 grub screw method. (Note: the lead wires may be soldered directly to the eyelets only and may not be glued or soldered to the braid.) Wires may be held in place and supported on the chassis using tape, heat shrink tubing, and/or silicone adhesive. In addition, axle spacers (not to exceed .080” in length) and/or “earring backings” glued to the chassis may be used to assist in wire routing provided that no structural support, reinforcement, or axle support is gained; and no additional modifications are required to the chassis or body for clearance from potential created interference points.
CAR SPECIFIC ALLOWED MODIFICATIONS: In order to foster competition and create parity between the different models of the Slot.it (Policar) “Classics” cars, the following approved modifications are being permitted on a car by car basis (Note: all modifications should be made in a clean and professional manner and not deter from the proper “look” of the car). Any such modifications are made at the racer’s own risk: General (all cars): - For the sole purpose to hold the motor in place, motors may ONLY be attached in place in the motor support using any manufacture’s motor screws w/washers through the appropriate screw holes provided in the motor support and into the pre-threaded holes in the “can” end of the motor. - On assembly, .010” to .020” thick spacers may be installed between the can end of the motor and the can end mounting tabs of the pod at the motor screw locations to prevent pod distortion and to allow for proper location of the motor in the pod. - Motors may be wrapped in clear plastic tape to assist in protecting & supporting the factory markings & wrapper where necessary, and in preventing an electrical short to the track. The area(s) of tape covering the existing opening(s) in the can may be opened to permit cooling. - No additional required at this time.
Alfa Romeo 33/3: none required at this time
Chaparral 2E: none required at this time
Ferrari 312PB: none required at this time
Ferrari 330 P4/412P: none required at this time
Ford GT40: none required at this time
Ford GT40 MKII: none required at this time
Matra MS 670B (’73): none required at this time
Matra MS 670B (’74): none required at this time
McLaren M8D & M8E/D: none required at this time
MOTOR: Warm-up Events: Motors to be provided by the race host or racers themselves (GTSLOTS black and/or white endbell short can also known as the Piranha 21.5k – rated 21.5k @12volts) using the Slot.it 11, 12, or 13 tooth 6.5mm brass/ergal sidewinder pinions only. (Note: The can and endbell end motor shafts may be trimmed if required if there is interference with the tires.) 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.) Championship Event: Motors to be provided by the racers themselves (GTSLOTS black and/or white endbell short can also known as the Piranha 21.5k – rated 21.5k @12volts) using the Slot.it 11, 12, or 13 tooth 6.5mm brass/ergal sidewinder pinions only. (Note: The can and endbell end motor shafts may be trimmed if required if there is interference with the tires.) All motors will be tested for RPM as part of the tech inspection process with a maximum not to exceed _______ RPM. (Note: spec will be provided and adjusted accordingly as motors are tested at the event.) No chemicals (example: Voo Doo drops, etc.) shall be added to the motors.
WEIGHT: Weight may be added to the inside of the chassis. NO weight may be attached to the underside of the chassis.
LIGHTING (Optional): Not required.
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 warm-up 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. - Loose parts, wheel inserts, etc. may be attached and/or repaired using any type of available glue. - 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. - Drivers and/or their authorized representatives may repair broken or damaged cars (IE: damaged braids, broken wires, loose gears and/or wheels, loose or missing screws, etc.) during “green flag” conditions, only under the view of a race official assigned by the race director, repairs must be properly performed to meet all posted rules, and parts may not be torn or broken off the car where screws are used to retain the parts (IE: the front spoiler, etc.) to perform the repair. - 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 ([email protected])
Bob Kuss by phone (610-996-0595) or e-mail ([email protected])
Slot.it Parts Lists:
Approved Cars:
#KF01a – Ferrari 312PB 1972 #85 – red/yellow
#KF01b – Ferrari 312PB 1972 #86 – red/blue
#KF01c – Ferrari 312PB 1972 #87 – red/green
#KF01d – Ferrari 312PB 1972 #1 – red/yellow
#KF01z – Ferrari 312PB (unpainted white kit)
#KW01 – Ferrari 312PB 1972 #3/3T (2 car kit) – red/black/green & red/white
#CAR01a – Ferrari 312PB 1972 #3 – red/white (Policar)
#CAR01b – Ferrari 312PB 1972 #2 – red/blue (Policar)
#CAR01c – Ferrari 312PB 1972 #1 – red/yellow (Policar)
#CAR06a – Ferrari 330 P4 1967 #21 – red (Policar)
#CAR06b – Ferrari 412P 1967 #11 – yellow (Policar)
#CAR06z – Ferrari 330 P4/412P (unpainted white kit) (Policar)
#CA11a – Alfa Romeo 33/3 1971 #34 – red/white
#CA11b – Alfa Romeo 33/3 1972 #33 – red
#CA11c – Alfa Romeo 33/3 1971 #54 – red/white
#CA11d – Alfa Romeo 33/3 1971 #148 – blue
#CA11e – Alfa Romeo 33/3 1973 #15 – yellow/black
#CA11f – Alfa Romeo 33/3 1971 #5 – red/orange
#CA11g – Alfa Romeo 33/3 1971 #2 – red/white
#CA11h – Alfa Romeo 33/3 1971 #32 – red/yellow
#CA11i – Alfa Romeo 33/3 1972 #8 – red/orange
#CA11z – Alfa Romeo 33/3 (unpainted white kit)
#CA16a – Chaparral 2E 1966 #65 – white
#CA16b – Chaparral 2E 1966 #66 – white
#CA16c – Chaparral 2E 1966 #65 – white
#CA16z – Chaparral 2E (unpainted white kit)
#CW08 – Chaparral 2E 1966 #65/#66 (2 car set) – white
#CA18a – Ford GT40 1966 #2 – dark red/gold
#CA18b – Ford GT40 1968 #8 – yellow
#CA18c – Ford GT40 1966 #40 – green
#CA18d – Ford GT40 1967 #11 – dark blue/orange
#CA18e – Ford GT40 1967 #18 – red/white
#CA18z – Ford GT40 (unpainted white kit)
#CW09 – Ford GT40 1969 #6 – cobalt blue/orange
#CW16 – Ford GT40 1968 #9 – cobalt blue/orange
#CA20a – Ford GT40 MkII 1966 #6 – blue/white/yellow
#CA20b – Ford GT40 MkII 1966 #98 – white/black/orange
#CA20c – Ford GT40 MkII 1966 #5 – gold
#CA20z – Ford GT40 MkII (unpainted white kit)
#CW10 – Ford GT40 MkII 1966 #2 – black/white
#CA26a – McLaren M8D 1970 #48 – orange
#CA26b – McLaren M8E/D 1974 #12 – blue/white/yellow
#CA26c – McLaren M8E/D 1971 #2 – black/yellow
#CA26d – McLaren M8E/D 1971 #12 – red/yellow
#CA26e – McLaren M8D 1970 #5 – orange
#CA26z – McLaren M8D (unpainted white kit)
#CA26a– Matra-Simca MS 670B 1974 #8 – blue/red
#CA26b – Matra-Simca MS 670B 1974 #9 – blue/yellow
#CA26z – Matra-Simca MS 670B 1974 (unpainted white kit)
#CW18 – Matra-Simca MS 670B 1974 #7 – blue/green
#CA37a– Matra-Simca MS 670B 1973 #10 – blue/white
#CA37b– Matra-Simca MS 670B 1973 #12 – blue/red
#CA37z– Matra-Simca MS 670B 1973 (unpainted white kit)
#CW21– Matra-Simca MS 670B 1973 #11 – blue/green
Approved Body and Body Parts Kits:
#CS11B – Slot.it Alfa Romeo 33/3 Body Kit
#CS11P – Slot.it Alfa Romeo 33/3 Crashproof Parts
#CS11V – Slot.it Alfa Romeo 33/3 Transparent Parts
#CS16B – Slot.it Chaparral 2E Body Kit
#CS16P – Slot.it Chaparral 2E Crashproof Parts
#CS16V – Slot.it Chaparral 2E Transparent Parts
#CS18B – Slot.it Ford GT40 Body Kit
#CS18P – Slot.it Ford GT40 & GT40 Mk II Crashproof Parts
#CS18V – Slot.it Ford GT40 & GT40 Mk II Transparent Parts
#CS20B – Slot.it Ford GT40 MkII Body Kit
#CS26B – Slot.it McLaren M8D & M8E/D Body Kit
#CS26P – Slot.it McLaren M8D & M8E/D Crashproof Parts
#CS26V – Slot.it McLaren M8D & M8E/D Transparent Parts
#CS27B – Slot.it Matra MS670 B (’74) Body Kit
#CS27P – Slot.it Matra MS670 B (’74) Crashproof Parts
#CS27V – Slot.it Matra MS670 B (’74) Transparent Parts
#CS37B – Slot.it Matra MS670 B (’73) Body Kit
#KS01B – Slot.it Ferrari 312PB Body Kit
#KS01P – Slot.it Ferrari 312PB Crashproof Parts
#KS01V – Slot.it Ferrari 312PB Transparent Parts
#KIT01 – Policar Ferrari 312PB Body Kit
#PCS01P – Policar Ferrari 312PB Crashproof Parts
#PCS01V – Policar Ferrari 312PB Transparent Parts
#PCS06B – Policar Ferrari 330 P4 & 412P Body Kit
#PCS06P – Policar Ferrari 312PB & 412P Crashproof Parts & Wheel Inserts
#PCS06V – Policar Ferrari 312PB & 412P Transparent Parts
Approved Chassis and Motor Pod:
#CH19 – Slot.it .00mm offset Sidewinder motor pod (endbell drive)
#CH44 – Slot.it .05mm offset Sidewinder motor pod (endbell drive)
#CH44b – Slot.it .05mm offset Sidewinder motor pod (endbell drive)
#CH62 – Slot.it .05mm offset Sidewinder motor pod (can drive)
#CH67 – Slot.it EVO6 .05mm offset Sidewinder motor pod (can drive)
#CS11T-60b – Slot.it Alfa Romeo 33/3 Chassis
#CS16T-60 – Slot.it Chaparral 2E Chassis
#CS18T-60b – Slot.it Ford GT40 & GT40 MkII Chassis
#CS26T-60 – Slot.it McLaren M8D & M8E/D Chassis
#CS27T-60 – Slot.it Matra MS 670B (’73 & ’74) Chassis
#KT01T – Slot.it Ferrari 312PB Chassis
#PCS01T – Policar Ferrari 312PB Chassis
#PCS06T – Policar Ferrari 330 P4 & 412P Chassis
#SP07 – Slot.it Front Interchangeable Axle Spacers
#CH79 – Slot.it Chassis Common Parts
Approved Gears:
#PS11 – Slot.it 11 tooth 6.5mm brass pinion
#PS12 – Slot.it 12 tooth 6.5mm brass pinion
#PS13 – Slot.it 13 tooth 6.5mm brass pinion
#PI6511e – Slot.it 11 tooth 6.5mm ergal pinion
#PI6512e – Slot.it 12 tooth 6.5mm ergal pinion
#PI6513e – Slot.it 13 tooth 6.5mm ergal pinion
#GS1831 – Slot.it 31 tooth 18mm ergal light sidewinder spur gear
#GS1832 – Slot.it 32 tooth 18mm ergal light sidewinder spur gear
#GS1832-pl – Slot.it 32 tooth 18mm plastic sidewinder spur gear
#GS1833 – Slot.it 33 tooth 18mm ergal light sidewinder spur gear
#GS1834 – Slot.it 34 tooth 18mm ergal light sidewinder spur gear
#GS1835 – Slot.it 35 tooth 18mm ergal light sidewinder spur gear
#GS1836 – Slot.it 36 tooth 18mm ergal light sidewinder spur gear
Approved Guide & Wiring Parts:
#CH07 – Slot.it Screw universal Guide Flag (old style)
#CH10 – Slot.it Screw Guide Flag for wooden track (old style)
#CH26 – Slot.it Clip racing Guide Flag (old style)
#CH66 – Slot.it Clip racing Guide Flag (standard style)
#CH85 – Slot.it Screw racing Guide Flag (standard style)
#SP04 – Slot.it 1.5 L4 mm Brass Eyelet Set (10 pcs.)
#SP17 – Slot.it 1.6 L5 mm Brass Eyelet Set (10 pcs.)
#SP18 – Slot.it Tin plated Copper Braid (1m)
#SP19 – Slot.it Copper Braid (1m)
#SP22b – Slot.it Stock Silicon Lead Wire (1m)
Approved Miscellaneous Parts:
#PA01-45 – Slot.it 45mm Steel ProAxle – 2.38mm dia. (3/32”)
#PA01-48 – Slot.it 48mm Steel ProAxle – 2.38mm dia. (3/32”)
#PA01-48R – Slot.it 48mm Steel ProAxle w/reduced center diameter– 2.38mm dia. (3/32”)
#PA01-51 – Slot.it 51mm Steel ProAxle – 2.38mm dia. (3/32”)
#PA01-51H – Slot.it 51mm Hollow Steel ProAxle – 2.38mm dia. (3/32”)
#PA01-51R – Slot.it 48mm Steel ProAxle w/reduced center diameter– 2.38mm dia. (3/32”)
#CH14 – Slot.it Bronze Spherical Bushings
#CH56b – Slot.it Bronze Spherical Bushings
Approved Tires:
Front:
#PT07 – Slot.it 10x18.8mm Z0 Rubber Tires
#PT15 – Slot.it 10x16.5mm Z0 Rubber Tire
#PT19 – Slot.it 8x14.2mm Z1 Rubber Tire
#PT1088C1 – Slot.it 8x16.1mm C1 Rubber Tire (replacement for PT20)
#PT1152C1 – Slot.it 10.5x19mm C1 Rubber Tire
#PT1159C1 – Slot.it 9.5x17.2mm C1 Rubber Tire
#PT1167C1 – Slot.it 10x17.8mm C1 Rubber Tire
#PT1214S2 – Slot.it 8.4x14.6mm S2 Silicone Tire
#PT1228C1 – Slot.it 9.5x17.8mm C1 Rubber Tire
#PT2120C1 – Slot.it C1 Rubber treaded tire pack (replacement for PT32):
2 pcs - #1120 (rear) 10.5x20mm
2 pcs - #1121 (front) 10x19.5mm
Rear:
#CB33 – Quick Slicks Silicone Tires
#CB34 – Quick Slicks Silicone Tires
#CB35 – Quick Slicks Silicone Tires
#CB36 – Quick Slicks Silicone Tires
Approved Wheels & Inserts:
Wheels:
#W14308015A – Slot.it 14.3 x 8 x 1.5mm Aluminum wheel (ex PL33-Als & WH1215-PL)
#W14308015P – Slot.it 14.3 x 8 x 1.5mm Plastic wheel (ex PL33-PL & WH1215-PL)
#W15808215A – Slot.it 15.8 x 8.2 x 1.5mm Aluminum wheel (ex PA24-Al)
#W15808215AF – Slot.it 15.8 x 8.2 x 1.5mm Aluminum wheel double shoulder (ex PA24-Alf)
#W15808215AH – Slot.it 15.8 x 8.2 x 1.5mm Aluminum wheel double shoulder (ex PA24-Alh)
#W15808215M – Slot.it 15.8 x 8.2 x 1.5mm Magnesium wheel (ex WH1183-Mg)
#W15808215P – Slot.it 15.8 x 8.2 x 1.5mm Plastic wheel (ex WH1210-Pl)
#W15808225A – Slot.it 15.8 x 8.2 x 2.5mm Aluminum wheel (ex WH1050-Al)
#W15808225M – Slot.it 15.8 x 8.2 x 2.5mm Magnesium wheel (ex PA17-Mg)
#W15808225P – Slot.it 15.8 x 8.2 x 2.5mm Plastic wheel (ex PA17-Pl)
Wheel inserts:
#PA35 – Plastic Inserts for Ferrari 312PB
#PA41 – Plastic Inserts for Alfa Romeo 33/3
#PA45 – Plastic Inserts for Chaparral 2E
#PA45 – Plastic Inserts for Ford GT40 and MkII
#PA63 – Plastic Inserts for McLaren M8D & M8E/D
#PA64 – Plastic Inserts for Matra MS 670B (’73 & ’74)
#PCS01i – Plastic Insert for Ferrari 312PB (Policar)
#PCS06p – Plastic Insert and Crashproof parts for Ferrari 330 P4/412P (Policar)
Other manufacture’s approved parts:
Axle, Guide, & Body Spacers:
Any manufacturer’s spacers and shims are permitted.
Motor:
GTSlots 21.5k motor (Piranha 21.5k) – black or white endbell
Screws & Set Screws:
Any manufacturer’s screws and M2 Hex Set Screws are permitted.
Wire, braid, & eyelets:
Any manufacturer’s wire, braid, and eyelets are permitted.
Due to the impact of covid-19, the GTSLOTS June Finals have been postponed until further notice. The rescheduled date will be communicated here at an appropriate time.
Any shops, clubs or slot car organizations interested in holding a warm-up event contact Robert Holt by phone (908-397-7886) or e-mail ([email protected]).
ELIGIBLE DRIVERS: All participants are welcome and must confirm interest in participating by contacting Robert Holt by phone (908-397-7886) or e-mail ([email protected]) no later than one (1) week before the championship event. All drivers that plan on attending the “Championship Event” should take note that the following rules will be utilized and enforced. Modifications to these rules for “Warm-up Events” such as the use of different tires, other specific parts, or rules are permitted with advanced notification given by the race director for the event.
ELIGIBLE CARS: Only the Slot.it (& Policar releases) “Classics”: Alfa Romeo T33/3, Chaparral 2E, Ferrari 312 PB, Ferrari 330 P4/412P, Ford GT40, Ford GT40 MkII, Matra MS 670B (’73 & ’74), and McLaren M8D & M8E/D cars as raced from 1966 thru 1974 in the Can-Am, Interseries, and World Manufactures Championship series in Europe, UK, and North America are permitted. See the attached cars/parts list for the approved car releases, kits, and parts. Kits must be complete with all parts that are supplied with the kit, excepting those changes permitted below. As they are introduced, newly released cars will be reviewed and added to the approved list if eligible. See pictures below for eligible car examples:
GENERAL: Any modifications or parts not specifically addressed in the series rules or are not listed in the approved cars/parts list are not legal and will not be permitted. If the rules stated on this page do not indicate a part or tuning method IS allowed, it is NOT allowed. Any modifications that are made and/or tuning techniques used are made at the racer’s own risk. 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, have parts removed, or cut in any way - including wheel wells, body posts, interiors, etc. EXCEPTIONS: Sharp edges, burrs, and mold flashing may be trimmed and/or sanded to permit clearance for the proper seating of the body onto the chassis and to allow for body float. No more than .010” of material should be removed where applicable. If a standard credit card can be passed in the gap between the body and chassis, the sanding has exceeded tolerance and the car may fail inspection. All cars including kits must start each race with any and all front and/or rear spoilers/wings, headlights and/or headlight covers, air scoops, exhaust details, miscellaneous body details, and wheel inserts in place as provided with the car. Antennas, mirrors and small aerodynamic front trim tabs (winglets) may be missing, but should be replaced when possible. Bodies and interiors may be custom painted, but all cars must have proper numbers and markings as is prototypical and look like race cars of the era represented. All cars must use the complete and unmodified interior w/driver figure as supplied with the car and may be minimally trimmed for fit and function. (Note: due to availability, NO lexan interiors or windscreens.) All windows and windscreens must remain transparent as is prototypical. Bodies must be attached by any and all screws locations provided by the factory using any manufactures screws and shims are permitted to adjust chassis/body/spur gear/tire tweak and clearance. If body screws are run loose, tape should be placed over the screw holes on the bottom of the chassis where possible. (Note: split and cracked body posts may be repaired by reinforcement through the use of styrene, aluminum, brass or similar tubing and the use of glue over the damaged post as long as the post’s original height is not altered.)
CHASSIS/PODS: Only the Slot.it stock chassis and/or their direct replacements; and the stock sidewinder .00mm offset (CH19) and/or .05mm offset (CH44/CH62/CH67) motor pods, and/or their direct .05 mm offset (CH44b/CH62/CH67) replacements (both can and endbell end drives) may be used. Pods may not be modified in any manner excepting Slot.it EVO6 motor pods (CH67) may have their unused side mounting tabs removed to match the equivalent non-EVO6 type pod. NO TRACTION MAGNETS. Motor pod must be attached by a minimum of 4 of the screws locations provided by the factory, any manufacturer’s screws may be used, adjusted for float, and shims are permitted to adjust chassis/pod tweak. Sanding of the edges and interference points of the motor pod, the motor mount area, and the chassis for fit and float is legal. No more than .010” of material should be removed where applicable. If a standard credit card can be passed in the gap between the chassis and pod, the sanding has exceeded tolerance and the car may fail inspection. Mold flashing and the plastic injection/molding ejection/overflow expansion points may be removed (Note: this does not include wire pathway posts). Front axle ride height adjusting set screws utilizing any manufacture’s 2.0mm hexagonal (set) screws (upper and lower) and/or the plastic ride height spacers may be used and adjusted as required. NO other modifications to axle mounts front or rear are permitted. Suspension is not permitted.
AXLES\BUSHINGS\WHEELS\TIRES: Only Slot.it 3/32” axles and spherical brass bushings for the motor pod are permitted. Bushings may be glued in place. Slot.it front axle plastic or spherical brass bushings are optional. Any manufacture’s axle shims and spacers are permitted. Only the Slot.it 14.3 by 8mm (for the Alfa Romeo 33/3. Ferrari 312PB, and Matra-Simca 670B) or the 15.8 by 8.2mm (for the Chaparral 2E, Ferrari 330 P4/412P, Ford GT40, Ford GT40 MkII, and McLaren M8D & M8E/D) plastic, aluminum, or magnesium wheels are permitted on the front of the car. Stock plastic wheels may be lightly sanded for the purposes of truing and glue may be used to repair loose or attach plastic wheels. Only the Slot.it 15.8 by 8.2mm aluminum or magnesium wheels will be permitted on the rear of the car (for all cars). Wheel inserts are required and must be of the correct type for the car raced (see car/parts list below). All cars must start each race with all wheel inserts in place and inserts can be secured using glue. Wheels and wheel inserts may be painted.
Approved tires are: “Quick Slicks” tire(s) #CB33 (.766”x.360”), #CB34 (.785”x.360”), #CB35 (.805”x.360”), or #CB36 (.825”x.360”). Slot.it front tires only (see car/parts list below) can be used on the front and may be both glued and trued. Front and rear tires may not extend past the body at any point. No chemicals or treatments may be used on the tires. All rear tires are to be supplied by GTSLOTS on race day for the Championship event unless otherwise noted. Tires are subject to change at the Championship event and due to availability some tire sizes may not be available. Hosts for warm-up events can determine tires to be used for their events.
GEARING: Only the Slot.it 11, 12, or 13 tooth 6.5mm Brass/Ergal pinion gears are permitted. Only the Slot.it sidewinder 31/32/33/34/35/36 tooth 18mm Ergal/Plastic sidewinder spur gears are permitted. All gears listed per the approved parts list below are permitted. Driver may apply grease to the gears.
GUIDE BLADES/BRAID/ELECTRICAL: Only Slot.it guide blades are allowed (see car/parts list below for approved types) and shimming is permitted. Any manufacture braid and lead wire may be used and must be attached to the guide/braid through the use of any manufactures eyelets or the Slot.it M2 grub screw method. (Note: the lead wires may be soldered directly to the eyelets only and may not be glued or soldered to the braid.) Wires may be held in place and supported on the chassis using tape, heat shrink tubing, and/or silicone adhesive. In addition, axle spacers (not to exceed .080” in length) and/or “earring backings” glued to the chassis may be used to assist in wire routing provided that no structural support, reinforcement, or axle support is gained; and no additional modifications are required to the chassis or body for clearance from potential created interference points.
CAR SPECIFIC ALLOWED MODIFICATIONS: In order to foster competition and create parity between the different models of the Slot.it (Policar) “Classics” cars, the following approved modifications are being permitted on a car by car basis (Note: all modifications should be made in a clean and professional manner and not deter from the proper “look” of the car). Any such modifications are made at the racer’s own risk: General (all cars): - For the sole purpose to hold the motor in place, motors may ONLY be attached in place in the motor support using any manufacture’s motor screws w/washers through the appropriate screw holes provided in the motor support and into the pre-threaded holes in the “can” end of the motor. - On assembly, .010” to .020” thick spacers may be installed between the can end of the motor and the can end mounting tabs of the pod at the motor screw locations to prevent pod distortion and to allow for proper location of the motor in the pod. - Motors may be wrapped in clear plastic tape to assist in protecting & supporting the factory markings & wrapper where necessary, and in preventing an electrical short to the track. The area(s) of tape covering the existing opening(s) in the can may be opened to permit cooling. - No additional required at this time.
Alfa Romeo 33/3: none required at this time
Chaparral 2E: none required at this time
Ferrari 312PB: none required at this time
Ferrari 330 P4/412P: none required at this time
Ford GT40: none required at this time
Ford GT40 MKII: none required at this time
Matra MS 670B (’73): none required at this time
Matra MS 670B (’74): none required at this time
McLaren M8D & M8E/D: none required at this time
MOTOR: Warm-up Events: Motors to be provided by the race host or racers themselves (GTSLOTS black and/or white endbell short can also known as the Piranha 21.5k – rated 21.5k @12volts) using the Slot.it 11, 12, or 13 tooth 6.5mm brass/ergal sidewinder pinions only. (Note: The can and endbell end motor shafts may be trimmed if required if there is interference with the tires.) 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.) Championship Event: Motors to be provided by the racers themselves (GTSLOTS black and/or white endbell short can also known as the Piranha 21.5k – rated 21.5k @12volts) using the Slot.it 11, 12, or 13 tooth 6.5mm brass/ergal sidewinder pinions only. (Note: The can and endbell end motor shafts may be trimmed if required if there is interference with the tires.) All motors will be tested for RPM as part of the tech inspection process with a maximum not to exceed _______ RPM. (Note: spec will be provided and adjusted accordingly as motors are tested at the event.) No chemicals (example: Voo Doo drops, etc.) shall be added to the motors.
WEIGHT: Weight may be added to the inside of the chassis. NO weight may be attached to the underside of the chassis.
LIGHTING (Optional): Not required.
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 warm-up 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. - Loose parts, wheel inserts, etc. may be attached and/or repaired using any type of available glue. - 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. - Drivers and/or their authorized representatives may repair broken or damaged cars (IE: damaged braids, broken wires, loose gears and/or wheels, loose or missing screws, etc.) during “green flag” conditions, only under the view of a race official assigned by the race director, repairs must be properly performed to meet all posted rules, and parts may not be torn or broken off the car where screws are used to retain the parts (IE: the front spoiler, etc.) to perform the repair. - 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 ([email protected])
Bob Kuss by phone (610-996-0595) or e-mail ([email protected])
SLOT.IT 2020 “Classics”
Approved Cars/Parts List:
Approved Cars/Parts List:
Slot.it Parts Lists:
Approved Cars:
#KF01a – Ferrari 312PB 1972 #85 – red/yellow
#KF01b – Ferrari 312PB 1972 #86 – red/blue
#KF01c – Ferrari 312PB 1972 #87 – red/green
#KF01d – Ferrari 312PB 1972 #1 – red/yellow
#KF01z – Ferrari 312PB (unpainted white kit)
#KW01 – Ferrari 312PB 1972 #3/3T (2 car kit) – red/black/green & red/white
#CAR01a – Ferrari 312PB 1972 #3 – red/white (Policar)
#CAR01b – Ferrari 312PB 1972 #2 – red/blue (Policar)
#CAR01c – Ferrari 312PB 1972 #1 – red/yellow (Policar)
#CAR06a – Ferrari 330 P4 1967 #21 – red (Policar)
#CAR06b – Ferrari 412P 1967 #11 – yellow (Policar)
#CAR06z – Ferrari 330 P4/412P (unpainted white kit) (Policar)
#CA11a – Alfa Romeo 33/3 1971 #34 – red/white
#CA11b – Alfa Romeo 33/3 1972 #33 – red
#CA11c – Alfa Romeo 33/3 1971 #54 – red/white
#CA11d – Alfa Romeo 33/3 1971 #148 – blue
#CA11e – Alfa Romeo 33/3 1973 #15 – yellow/black
#CA11f – Alfa Romeo 33/3 1971 #5 – red/orange
#CA11g – Alfa Romeo 33/3 1971 #2 – red/white
#CA11h – Alfa Romeo 33/3 1971 #32 – red/yellow
#CA11i – Alfa Romeo 33/3 1972 #8 – red/orange
#CA11z – Alfa Romeo 33/3 (unpainted white kit)
#CA16a – Chaparral 2E 1966 #65 – white
#CA16b – Chaparral 2E 1966 #66 – white
#CA16c – Chaparral 2E 1966 #65 – white
#CA16z – Chaparral 2E (unpainted white kit)
#CW08 – Chaparral 2E 1966 #65/#66 (2 car set) – white
#CA18a – Ford GT40 1966 #2 – dark red/gold
#CA18b – Ford GT40 1968 #8 – yellow
#CA18c – Ford GT40 1966 #40 – green
#CA18d – Ford GT40 1967 #11 – dark blue/orange
#CA18e – Ford GT40 1967 #18 – red/white
#CA18z – Ford GT40 (unpainted white kit)
#CW09 – Ford GT40 1969 #6 – cobalt blue/orange
#CW16 – Ford GT40 1968 #9 – cobalt blue/orange
#CA20a – Ford GT40 MkII 1966 #6 – blue/white/yellow
#CA20b – Ford GT40 MkII 1966 #98 – white/black/orange
#CA20c – Ford GT40 MkII 1966 #5 – gold
#CA20z – Ford GT40 MkII (unpainted white kit)
#CW10 – Ford GT40 MkII 1966 #2 – black/white
#CA26a – McLaren M8D 1970 #48 – orange
#CA26b – McLaren M8E/D 1974 #12 – blue/white/yellow
#CA26c – McLaren M8E/D 1971 #2 – black/yellow
#CA26d – McLaren M8E/D 1971 #12 – red/yellow
#CA26e – McLaren M8D 1970 #5 – orange
#CA26z – McLaren M8D (unpainted white kit)
#CA26a– Matra-Simca MS 670B 1974 #8 – blue/red
#CA26b – Matra-Simca MS 670B 1974 #9 – blue/yellow
#CA26z – Matra-Simca MS 670B 1974 (unpainted white kit)
#CW18 – Matra-Simca MS 670B 1974 #7 – blue/green
#CA37a– Matra-Simca MS 670B 1973 #10 – blue/white
#CA37b– Matra-Simca MS 670B 1973 #12 – blue/red
#CA37z– Matra-Simca MS 670B 1973 (unpainted white kit)
#CW21– Matra-Simca MS 670B 1973 #11 – blue/green
Approved Body and Body Parts Kits:
#CS11B – Slot.it Alfa Romeo 33/3 Body Kit
#CS11P – Slot.it Alfa Romeo 33/3 Crashproof Parts
#CS11V – Slot.it Alfa Romeo 33/3 Transparent Parts
#CS16B – Slot.it Chaparral 2E Body Kit
#CS16P – Slot.it Chaparral 2E Crashproof Parts
#CS16V – Slot.it Chaparral 2E Transparent Parts
#CS18B – Slot.it Ford GT40 Body Kit
#CS18P – Slot.it Ford GT40 & GT40 Mk II Crashproof Parts
#CS18V – Slot.it Ford GT40 & GT40 Mk II Transparent Parts
#CS20B – Slot.it Ford GT40 MkII Body Kit
#CS26B – Slot.it McLaren M8D & M8E/D Body Kit
#CS26P – Slot.it McLaren M8D & M8E/D Crashproof Parts
#CS26V – Slot.it McLaren M8D & M8E/D Transparent Parts
#CS27B – Slot.it Matra MS670 B (’74) Body Kit
#CS27P – Slot.it Matra MS670 B (’74) Crashproof Parts
#CS27V – Slot.it Matra MS670 B (’74) Transparent Parts
#CS37B – Slot.it Matra MS670 B (’73) Body Kit
#KS01B – Slot.it Ferrari 312PB Body Kit
#KS01P – Slot.it Ferrari 312PB Crashproof Parts
#KS01V – Slot.it Ferrari 312PB Transparent Parts
#KIT01 – Policar Ferrari 312PB Body Kit
#PCS01P – Policar Ferrari 312PB Crashproof Parts
#PCS01V – Policar Ferrari 312PB Transparent Parts
#PCS06B – Policar Ferrari 330 P4 & 412P Body Kit
#PCS06P – Policar Ferrari 312PB & 412P Crashproof Parts & Wheel Inserts
#PCS06V – Policar Ferrari 312PB & 412P Transparent Parts
Approved Chassis and Motor Pod:
#CH19 – Slot.it .00mm offset Sidewinder motor pod (endbell drive)
#CH44 – Slot.it .05mm offset Sidewinder motor pod (endbell drive)
#CH44b – Slot.it .05mm offset Sidewinder motor pod (endbell drive)
#CH62 – Slot.it .05mm offset Sidewinder motor pod (can drive)
#CH67 – Slot.it EVO6 .05mm offset Sidewinder motor pod (can drive)
#CS11T-60b – Slot.it Alfa Romeo 33/3 Chassis
#CS16T-60 – Slot.it Chaparral 2E Chassis
#CS18T-60b – Slot.it Ford GT40 & GT40 MkII Chassis
#CS26T-60 – Slot.it McLaren M8D & M8E/D Chassis
#CS27T-60 – Slot.it Matra MS 670B (’73 & ’74) Chassis
#KT01T – Slot.it Ferrari 312PB Chassis
#PCS01T – Policar Ferrari 312PB Chassis
#PCS06T – Policar Ferrari 330 P4 & 412P Chassis
#SP07 – Slot.it Front Interchangeable Axle Spacers
#CH79 – Slot.it Chassis Common Parts
Approved Gears:
#PS11 – Slot.it 11 tooth 6.5mm brass pinion
#PS12 – Slot.it 12 tooth 6.5mm brass pinion
#PS13 – Slot.it 13 tooth 6.5mm brass pinion
#PI6511e – Slot.it 11 tooth 6.5mm ergal pinion
#PI6512e – Slot.it 12 tooth 6.5mm ergal pinion
#PI6513e – Slot.it 13 tooth 6.5mm ergal pinion
#GS1831 – Slot.it 31 tooth 18mm ergal light sidewinder spur gear
#GS1832 – Slot.it 32 tooth 18mm ergal light sidewinder spur gear
#GS1832-pl – Slot.it 32 tooth 18mm plastic sidewinder spur gear
#GS1833 – Slot.it 33 tooth 18mm ergal light sidewinder spur gear
#GS1834 – Slot.it 34 tooth 18mm ergal light sidewinder spur gear
#GS1835 – Slot.it 35 tooth 18mm ergal light sidewinder spur gear
#GS1836 – Slot.it 36 tooth 18mm ergal light sidewinder spur gear
Approved Guide & Wiring Parts:
#CH07 – Slot.it Screw universal Guide Flag (old style)
#CH10 – Slot.it Screw Guide Flag for wooden track (old style)
#CH26 – Slot.it Clip racing Guide Flag (old style)
#CH66 – Slot.it Clip racing Guide Flag (standard style)
#CH85 – Slot.it Screw racing Guide Flag (standard style)
#SP04 – Slot.it 1.5 L4 mm Brass Eyelet Set (10 pcs.)
#SP17 – Slot.it 1.6 L5 mm Brass Eyelet Set (10 pcs.)
#SP18 – Slot.it Tin plated Copper Braid (1m)
#SP19 – Slot.it Copper Braid (1m)
#SP22b – Slot.it Stock Silicon Lead Wire (1m)
Approved Miscellaneous Parts:
#PA01-45 – Slot.it 45mm Steel ProAxle – 2.38mm dia. (3/32”)
#PA01-48 – Slot.it 48mm Steel ProAxle – 2.38mm dia. (3/32”)
#PA01-48R – Slot.it 48mm Steel ProAxle w/reduced center diameter– 2.38mm dia. (3/32”)
#PA01-51 – Slot.it 51mm Steel ProAxle – 2.38mm dia. (3/32”)
#PA01-51H – Slot.it 51mm Hollow Steel ProAxle – 2.38mm dia. (3/32”)
#PA01-51R – Slot.it 48mm Steel ProAxle w/reduced center diameter– 2.38mm dia. (3/32”)
#CH14 – Slot.it Bronze Spherical Bushings
#CH56b – Slot.it Bronze Spherical Bushings
Approved Tires:
Front:
#PT07 – Slot.it 10x18.8mm Z0 Rubber Tires
#PT15 – Slot.it 10x16.5mm Z0 Rubber Tire
#PT19 – Slot.it 8x14.2mm Z1 Rubber Tire
#PT1088C1 – Slot.it 8x16.1mm C1 Rubber Tire (replacement for PT20)
#PT1152C1 – Slot.it 10.5x19mm C1 Rubber Tire
#PT1159C1 – Slot.it 9.5x17.2mm C1 Rubber Tire
#PT1167C1 – Slot.it 10x17.8mm C1 Rubber Tire
#PT1214S2 – Slot.it 8.4x14.6mm S2 Silicone Tire
#PT1228C1 – Slot.it 9.5x17.8mm C1 Rubber Tire
#PT2120C1 – Slot.it C1 Rubber treaded tire pack (replacement for PT32):
2 pcs - #1120 (rear) 10.5x20mm
2 pcs - #1121 (front) 10x19.5mm
Rear:
#CB33 – Quick Slicks Silicone Tires
#CB34 – Quick Slicks Silicone Tires
#CB35 – Quick Slicks Silicone Tires
#CB36 – Quick Slicks Silicone Tires
Approved Wheels & Inserts:
Wheels:
#W14308015A – Slot.it 14.3 x 8 x 1.5mm Aluminum wheel (ex PL33-Als & WH1215-PL)
#W14308015P – Slot.it 14.3 x 8 x 1.5mm Plastic wheel (ex PL33-PL & WH1215-PL)
#W15808215A – Slot.it 15.8 x 8.2 x 1.5mm Aluminum wheel (ex PA24-Al)
#W15808215AF – Slot.it 15.8 x 8.2 x 1.5mm Aluminum wheel double shoulder (ex PA24-Alf)
#W15808215AH – Slot.it 15.8 x 8.2 x 1.5mm Aluminum wheel double shoulder (ex PA24-Alh)
#W15808215M – Slot.it 15.8 x 8.2 x 1.5mm Magnesium wheel (ex WH1183-Mg)
#W15808215P – Slot.it 15.8 x 8.2 x 1.5mm Plastic wheel (ex WH1210-Pl)
#W15808225A – Slot.it 15.8 x 8.2 x 2.5mm Aluminum wheel (ex WH1050-Al)
#W15808225M – Slot.it 15.8 x 8.2 x 2.5mm Magnesium wheel (ex PA17-Mg)
#W15808225P – Slot.it 15.8 x 8.2 x 2.5mm Plastic wheel (ex PA17-Pl)
Wheel inserts:
#PA35 – Plastic Inserts for Ferrari 312PB
#PA41 – Plastic Inserts for Alfa Romeo 33/3
#PA45 – Plastic Inserts for Chaparral 2E
#PA45 – Plastic Inserts for Ford GT40 and MkII
#PA63 – Plastic Inserts for McLaren M8D & M8E/D
#PA64 – Plastic Inserts for Matra MS 670B (’73 & ’74)
#PCS01i – Plastic Insert for Ferrari 312PB (Policar)
#PCS06p – Plastic Insert and Crashproof parts for Ferrari 330 P4/412P (Policar)
Other manufacture’s approved parts:
Axle, Guide, & Body Spacers:
Any manufacturer’s spacers and shims are permitted.
Motor:
GTSlots 21.5k motor (Piranha 21.5k) – black or white endbell
Screws & Set Screws:
Any manufacturer’s screws and M2 Hex Set Screws are permitted.
Wire, braid, & eyelets:
Any manufacturer’s wire, braid, and eyelets are permitted.
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