Clean up Chassis/Frame section
#31867 from Formula/Sports Racing Committee · Rule change · TB 22-01 (2022-01 Fastrack)
In FC, GCR section 9.1.1.B.3.e, add the following:
"The area between the upper and lower main frame tubes from the front instrument/dash roll hoop bulkhead to the rear roll
hoop bulkhead shall be protected by at least one of the following methods to prevent the intrusion of objects into the cockpit.
Panels may extend to the forward most bulkhead, but must otherwise comply with these regulations. No other exterior panels
(except for bodywork) shall be permitted in the area between the upper and lower main frame tubes from the forward most
bulkhead to the rear roll hoop bulkhead. These panels may also serve as body in the described area."
In FC, GCR section 9.1.1.B.3, change as follows and re-letter the following sections accordingly:
"f. No other exterior panels (excepting body work) shall be permitted in the area between the upper and lower main frame
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tubes from the forward most bulkhead to the rear roll hoop bulkhead. S uspension components shall not be mounted directly to
any frame exterior panel (including, but not limited to, body and anti-intrusion panels). The chassis must be capable of rolling
without any such frame-exterior panels installed. The engine, bell housing/oil tank, and gearbox are exempt from this limitation.
g. No panels or other components other than the required and optional load bearing panels may be attached to the chassis for
structural purposes, except that the engine, bell housing/oil tank, and gearbox are permitted to be stressed and/or load bearing.g. h. A firewall(s) that seals the drivers’ compartment (cockpit) and the engine compartment is required. Forward facing ducts
may be installed to delivering air directly to the engine compartment. Air duct openings may be located within the cockpit
provided the firewall is extended to prevent the passage of flame and debris from reaching the driver."