FC vs FE2 vs SRF3 pace at Buttonwillow Raceway Park
Quickest here:FC 1:45.137 Robert Armington, Cal Club 2026 qualifying · FE2 1:39.265 Jon McClintock, Cal Club 2026 qualifying · SRF3 1:50.233 Caleb Shrader, Cal Club 2025 qualifying
FCFE2SRF3solid race · dashed qualifying · slower is lower
FCFE2SRF3solid race · dashed qualifying · each class's best lap as a share of FC's at the same event (the reference class, changeable above); 100% is level, higher is quicker
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% of FC
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Cal Club 2026 CALCL262026-02-21
1:45.137Robert Armington · fastest of 4 · top 4 within 25.0s-4.930s (-4.48%)
1:45.314Robert Armington · fastest of 4 · top 4 within 12.9s-3.208s (-2.96%)
147.5Bill Wallschlaeger+33.0 mph (+28.9%)
1:39.265Jon McClintock · fastest of 3 · top 3 within 1.5s-0.093s (-0.09%)
1:40.253Jon McClintock · fastest of 3 · top 3 within 2.2s+0.541s (+0.54%)
156.6Paul Marino+29.4 mph (+23.1%)
-5.061squal -5.872s
95.2%qual 94.4%
1:50.913Asad Nikadambaev · fastest of 27 · top 5 within 1.1s+0.680s (+0.62%)
1:52.070Asad Nikadambaev · fastest of 27 · top 5 within 0.8s+1.245s (+1.12%)
138.9Paul Marino+20.7 mph (+17.5%)
+6.756squal +5.776s
106.4%qual 105.5%
8 rule changes (FC: 2, FE2: 2, SRF3: 4)1 weight · 6 wording · 1 other · FC USF2000 Tube Frame may use Hewland LD200 4-speed H-pattern as alternative to Hewland JL-200 5-speed sequential. · FC F2000 Metrik ZF2 minimum weight reduced to 1220 lbs. · FE and FE2 Enterprises must use bubble tail P/N WM138014; FE2 allows only this configuration. · SRF3 adds HD Oil Cooler P/N G1148500 as alternative to standard cooler P/N G480503. · SRF3 brakes restructured: Hawk Blue 801993 pads, Wilwood 800065 rotors only; adds Girling 880358, Wilwood 880357, Tilton 880360 master cylinders. · FE2 allows driver safety and comfort modifications for disabled drivers with SCCA approval, not transferable to other drivers. · SRF drivers with disabilities may modify seat and controls for safety and comfort with approval and logbook notation. · SRF SADEV-SRF3 6-speed sequential transmission gear ratios wording clarified, effective 2025-04-01.showhide
FC F2000 MZR Spec Line Clarity/Revision Requested #38927wordingneutralFC USF2000 Tube Frame may use Hewland LD200 4-speed H-pattern as alternative to Hewland JL-200 5-speed sequential.
FC Adjust F2000 Metrik ZF2 weight #39612weight -20 lbsfasterFC F2000 Metrik ZF2 minimum weight reduced to 1220 lbs.
FE2 FE & FE2 Bubble Tail #38978wordingneutralFE and FE2 Enterprises must use bubble tail P/N WM138014; FE2 allows only this configuration.
SRF3 Add HD Oil Cooler #38979otherneutralSRF3 adds HD Oil Cooler P/N G1148500 as alternative to standard cooler P/N G480503.
FE2 Driver Safety & Comfort #37965wordingneutralFE2 allows driver safety and comfort modifications for disabled drivers with SCCA approval, not transferable to other drivers.
SRF3 Driver Safety & Comfort #37966wordingneutralSRF drivers with disabilities may modify seat and controls for safety and comfort with approval and logbook notation.
1:39.358Paul Marino · fastest of 4 · top 4 within 1.5s
1:39.712Paul Marino · fastest of 4 · top 4 within 1.7s
127.2Tom Hope
-8.810squal -10.709s
91.9%qual 90.3%
1:50.233Caleb Shrader · fastest of 33 · top 5 within 0.4s
1:50.825Caleb Shrader · fastest of 32 · top 5 within 0.8s
118.2John Black
+2.303squal +0.166s
102.1%qual 100.2%
54 earlier rule changes on record, in force before Cal Club 2025 (from 2019)7 tyres & wheels · 7 weight · 5 suspension & brakes · 3 cars added · 2 engine · 29 wording · 1 other · FC tire limit reduced to four dry and four wet for Regional/Major/Super Tour, eight for Runoffs. · FF and FC cars with sequential gearbox must add 10 lbs. to minimum weight, down from 25 lbs. · SRF3 air filter rule removes K&N RC-9160 option, leaving only P/N WM301020 allowed. · SRF brake rotor minimum thickness increases from 12.20mm to 13.25mm, Wilwood vented rotor P/N 800065. · SRF3 Hoosier logo placement changes from four decals to three decals in different locations. · SRF Hoosier decal requirement reduced from four decals in specific locations to three decals with simpler placement rules. · SRF wet tires: P185/60R13 H20/W2 option removed; P185/65R13 W2 front now required with P205/60R13 W2 rear. · SRF3 alternator pulley minimum weight reduced from 12 oz to 11 oz. · FC adds F2000 Metrik ZF2 with Ford Zetec engine and four-piston Brembo calipers as spec-line car. · F600 Rotax 494, 493, 593 engines now require single expansion chamber and pull starter; electric starter optional. · SRF rain/brake light now requires Super Bright LEDs Inc. P/N PT-STRB-R24 with specific connector and rain light switch. · SRF requires Super Bright LEDs P/N PT-STRB-R24 rain/brake light with strobing capability and specific wiring. · SRF adds brake duct and pedal extension rules, rear shift cable clamp option, camber limit to 5.0°, radiator opening height 3.5" ±0.5", and P2 engine restrictor changes. · SRF radiator rule clarified: P/N 480466 replaceable with Automotive P/N 1R698, CU698 or manufacturer equivalent with documentation. · FC tire marking rule clarified: four dry and wet tires for Regionals, eight each for Runoffs; damaged tire replacement procedures revised. · USF2000 Van Diemen with Mazda MZR LF-DE 2.0L added as spec line car in FC; removed from FX. · SRF Hoosier wet front tire updated to P/N 46100 P185/60R13 H20 or W2. · SRF Hoosier front rain tyre part number changes from 46100 to 46101 P185/65R13 W2. · SRF Renault Alliance solid front rotors banned; restrictor reduced 35mm to 34mm for 2011+ Kawasaki; minimum weight increased to 1100 lbs for 2009+ stock engines. · SRF3 tail sections allowed on SRFs with GEN3 airbox shimming up to 19 mm; alternate dash panel P/N 180100 or 180101 relocated in rules. · FC/FF PE3-8400 ECU monitor firmware version reduced from V3.04.50 to V3.04.35. · FC Ford Zetec Performance Electronics ECU model renamed PE-3 to PE3-8400; Monitor firmware updated to V3.04.50. · SRF tire rule wording changed from 'Tires: must be run as delivered' to 'Tires must be run as delivered.' · SRF brake rotor minimum thickness reduced from 13.25 to 12.20mm; seal and air filter rules clarified. · FC chassis/frame section reorganized: anti-intrusion panels between main tubes clarified, suspension mounting restrictions strengthened, firewall requirements reworded. · FC Zetec ECU requirements clarified: Pectel T2 or Performance PE-3 required with specific communications ports and SCCA tune-file/map. · SRF front wet tire changes from P185/60R13 H20 to P185/65R13 W2; SRF3 adds mandatory G301048 restrictor plate Jan. 1, 2022. · FC composite anti-intrusion panels of non-uniform thickness limited to eight fasteners per side. · FC tire marking rules clarified: competitor responsible for declaring, marking, and logging tires with Tech before qualifying or race. · SRF wet tyres add Hoosier P185/60R13 W2 front and P205/60R13 W2 rear as alternatives to H20. · SRF adds SADEV-SRF3 6-speed sequential option with final drive 3.20 versus OEM 5-speed 3.85. · SRF seal procedures clarified: unsealed components need CSR inspection and logbook notation instead of engine removal. · SRF3 alternator pulley restricted to P/N G902130 or G902130A, 12oz minimum weight. · FC Pinto engine loses 10 lbs to 1190; Pinto aluminum head loses 10 lbs to 1190; Zetec loses 10 lbs to 1210. · SRF and SRF3 mandatory identification simplified: removed Ford Performance and Blue Oval decals, kept Hoosier logo placement. · SRF shocks, springs, bump stops sealed; rear springs 412-429 lbs/in P/N 280390 only; previous parts no longer allowed. · FC: Pectel T2 and Performance PE-3 ECU maps clarified; SCCA Club or 2013 Pro map required. · FE2 oil cooler wording clarified: optional air-to-oil cooler allowed, Setrab 50-625-7612 or equivalent max 13 inches wide by 6.5 inches high. · FC Zetec engine minimum weight increases 20 lbs to 1220 lbs. · SRF3 shock absorber brand restriction removed; all shocks must be sealed by Enterprises. · SRF3 bump stop now must be SCCA P/N 280407 only, no modifications, optional, max one per shock. · SRF shock absorber bump stop clarified: only SCCA P/N 280407 allowed as delivered, maximum one per shock, effective 05/01/2020. · SRF rain and brake rule wording updated; supersedes GCR 9.3.32.B.2 effective 1/1/202 through 12/31/2024. · FC Zetec connecting rods now allow Eagle #CRS5483F3D in addition to original Ford. · FC adds Mahle #930169439 piston as alternate option to existing Ford, Sealed Power, and United Engine choices. · FE and FE2 minimum weight increased to 1270 lbs including driver; spring options and tire warmer ban added. · SRF bans tire warmers and cooling methods other than natural air convection or conduction. · SRF front nose weight minimum reduced from 35 to 32 lbs. · SRF3 reclassified as Spec Racer Ford 3 with 1.6L conversion; SRF2 becomes Regional Only Class. · SRF drivers may now use Dash Windscreen Kit P/N 1180103 or P/N 180102. · SRF3 nose assembly must use approved multi-piece design; no modifications allowed except as specified. · FC Wiseco piston and Crower connecting rod part numbers updated; minimum weight 976 grams. · SRF3 brakes now allow Hawk Blue 9012 pads P/N 801993 only; shocks simplified to Penske P/N 280396 sealed assembly only, with optional SCCA Enterprises bump rubber P/N 280407 from 05/01/2020. · FC Wiseco piston and Crower connecting rod assembly minimum weight increases from 555 to 976 grams.showhide
FC 9.1.1.10.h. FC Tire Rule #36533tyres & wheelsslowerFC tire limit reduced to four dry and four wet for Regional/Major/Super Tour, eight for Runoffs.
FC Change FF/FC Weight with Sequential Gearbox #36651weightfasterFF and FC cars with sequential gearbox must add 10 lbs. to minimum weight, down from 25 lbs.
SRF3 Update SRF3 Air Filter Rule #36681wordingunclearSRF3 air filter rule removes K&N RC-9160 option, leaving only P/N WM301020 allowed.
SRF3 Hoosier Tire Decal Placement #36739wordingneutralSRF3 Hoosier logo placement changes from four decals to three decals in different locations.
SRF3 Update to Letter 36619 with new Hoosier Contingency Decal Info #36624wordingneutralSRF Hoosier decal requirement reduced from four decals in specific locations to three decals with simpler placement rules.
SRF3 Update Rain Tire Rule and Hoosier Decal Placement #36436tyres & wheelsslowerSRF wet tires: P185/60R13 H20/W2 option removed; P185/65R13 W2 front now required with P205/60R13 W2 rear.
SRF3 SRF3 Alternator Pulley Update In #36095weightfasterSRF3 alternator pulley minimum weight reduced from 12 oz to 11 oz.
FC Four Pot Calipers #35481cars addedneutralFC adds F2000 Metrik ZF2 with Ford Zetec engine and four-piston Brembo calipers as spec-line car.
FC Please correct omitted punctuation #34890engineneutralF600 Rotax 494, 493, 593 engines now require single expansion chamber and pull starter; electric starter optional.
SRF3 Update SRF Rain / Brake Rule #34706wordingneutralSRF rain/brake light now requires Super Bright LEDs Inc. P/N PT-STRB-R24 with specific connector and rain light switch.
SRF3 Update SRF Brake Light Rule v1 #34853wordingneutralSRF requires Super Bright LEDs P/N PT-STRB-R24 rain/brake light with strobing capability and specific wiring.
SRF3 SRF Radiator Rule Update #34805wordingneutralSRF radiator rule clarified: P/N 480466 replaceable with Automotive P/N 1R698, CU698 or manufacturer equivalent with documentation.
FC Review FC Runoffs Tire Marking Rule #34274wordingneutralFC tire marking rule clarified: four dry and wet tires for Regionals, eight each for Runoffs; damaged tire replacement procedures revised.
FC USF2000 Van Diemen with Mazda MZR LF-DE 2.0L in FC #34329cars addedneutralUSF2000 Van Diemen with Mazda MZR LF-DE 2.0L added as spec line car in FC; removed from FX.
SRF3 Hoosier SRF Wet Front Tire Rule Update #34189tyres & wheelsunclearSRF Hoosier wet front tire updated to P/N 46100 P185/60R13 H20 or W2.
SRF3 Update SRF Front W2 Rain Tire Part Number #34118tyres & wheelsneutralSRF Hoosier front rain tyre part number changes from 46100 to 46101 P185/65R13 W2.
SRF3 Update SRF Brake Rule #33469suspension & brakesslowerSRF Renault Alliance solid front rotors banned; restrictor reduced 35mm to 34mm for 2011+ Kawasaki; minimum weight increased to 1100 lbs for 2009+ stock engines.
SRF3 Update SRF Bodywork Fitment Rule #33765wordingneutralSRF3 tail sections allowed on SRFs with GEN3 airbox shimming up to 19 mm; alternate dash panel P/N 180100 or 180101 relocated in rules.
FC E&O 9.1.1.B.16.j #33634wordingunclearFC/FF PE3-8400 ECU monitor firmware version reduced from V3.04.50 to V3.04.35.
FC Add Specification to Performance Electronics ECU for Ford Zetec #32761wordingneutralFC Ford Zetec Performance Electronics ECU model renamed PE-3 to PE3-8400; Monitor firmware updated to V3.04.50.
SRF3 SRF Tire Rule Update #32614wordingneutralSRF tire rule wording changed from 'Tires: must be run as delivered' to 'Tires must be run as delivered.'
SRF3 Brake, seal, and air filter clarifications #32670suspension & brakesfasterSRF brake rotor minimum thickness reduced from 13.25 to 12.20mm; seal and air filter rules clarified.
FC Clean up Chassis/Frame section #31867wordingneutralFC chassis/frame section reorganized: anti-intrusion panels between main tubes clarified, suspension mounting restrictions strengthened, firewall requirements reworded.
FC Clarify Zetec ECU requirements #31554wordingneutralFC Zetec ECU requirements clarified: Pectel T2 or Performance PE-3 required with specific communications ports and SCCA tune-file/map.
SRF3 Three Updates to SRF Rules #31523tyres & wheelsunclearSRF front wet tire changes from P185/60R13 H20 to P185/65R13 W2; SRF3 adds mandatory G301048 restrictor plate Jan. 1, 2022.
FC Clarify composite anti-intrusion panel language #31426wordingneutralFC composite anti-intrusion panels of non-uniform thickness limited to eight fasteners per side.
FC Clarify tire marking requirements #31455wordingneutralFC tire marking rules clarified: competitor responsible for declaring, marking, and logging tires with Tech before qualifying or race.
SRF3 SRF Wet Tires #30849tyres & wheelsneutralSRF wet tyres add Hoosier P185/60R13 W2 front and P205/60R13 W2 rear as alternatives to H20.
SRF3 SADEV-SRF3 Transmission #30926cars addedunclearSRF adds SADEV-SRF3 6-speed sequential option with final drive 3.20 versus OEM 5-speed 3.85.
SRF3 SRF Update Maintenance, Repairs and Seals #30961wordingneutralSRF seal procedures clarified: unsealed components need CSR inspection and logbook notation instead of engine removal.
SRF3 SRF3 Alternator Pulley #30684engineslowerSRF3 alternator pulley restricted to P/N G902130 or G902130A, 12oz minimum weight.
FC Request for FC Weight Change #30171weightfasterFC Pinto engine loses 10 lbs to 1190; Pinto aluminum head loses 10 lbs to 1190; Zetec loses 10 lbs to 1210.
SRF3 Mandatory identification: #30223wordingneutralSRF and SRF3 mandatory identification simplified: removed Ford Performance and Blue Oval decals, kept Hoosier logo placement.
SRF3 SRF Shocks, Springs and Ride Height. #29688suspension & brakesneutralSRF shocks, springs, bump stops sealed; rear springs 412-429 lbs/in P/N 280390 only; previous parts no longer allowed.
FC Urgent: SCCA PE3 map unsuitable #29475wordingneutralFC: Pectel T2 and Performance PE-3 ECU maps clarified; SCCA Club or 2013 Pro map required.
FE2 FE/FE2 Oil Cooler #29293wordingneutralFE2 oil cooler wording clarified: optional air-to-oil cooler allowed, Setrab 50-625-7612 or equivalent max 13 inches wide by 6.5 inches high.
FC Request for weight adjustments to equalize FC competition. #28888weightslowerFC Zetec engine minimum weight increases 20 lbs to 1220 lbs.
SRF3 SRF Shocks #28791wordingneutralSRF3 shock absorber brand restriction removed; all shocks must be sealed by Enterprises.
SRF3 Update Bump Stop Rule #28712suspension & brakesneutralSRF3 bump stop now must be SCCA P/N 280407 only, no modifications, optional, max one per shock.
SRF3 SRF Bump Stop Correction #27019wordingneutralSRF shock absorber bump stop clarified: only SCCA P/N 280407 allowed as delivered, maximum one per shock, effective 05/01/2020.
SRF3 SRF Rain / Brake Rule - BoD approved as follows #34958wordingneutralSRF rain and brake rule wording updated; supersedes GCR 9.3.32.B.2 effective 1/1/202 through 12/31/2024.
FC Request for Better Zetec Connecting Rods #27710wordingneutralFC Zetec connecting rods now allow Eagle #CRS5483F3D in addition to original Ford.
FC Add Alternate Piston #27795wordingneutralFC adds Mahle #930169439 piston as alternate option to existing Ford, Sealed Power, and United Engine choices.
FE2 FE / FE2 Update Rules #27624weightslowerFE and FE2 minimum weight increased to 1270 lbs including driver; spring options and tire warmer ban added.
SRF3 SRF Tire Warmer Rule #27622tyres & wheelsslowerSRF bans tire warmers and cooling methods other than natural air convection or conduction.
SRF3 SRF / SRF3 Nose Weight Reduction #27706weightfasterSRF front nose weight minimum reduced from 35 to 32 lbs.
SRF3 SRF / SRF3 Majors & Regional Class Updates #27723wordingneutralSRF3 reclassified as Spec Racer Ford 3 with 1.6L conversion; SRF2 becomes Regional Only Class.
SRF3 SRF Dash Windscreen Kit #27028wordingneutralSRF drivers may now use Dash Windscreen Kit P/N 1180103 or P/N 180102.
SRF3 New SRF Sectional Nose Rule Addition #26914wordingneutralSRF3 nose assembly must use approved multi-piece design; no modifications allowed except as specified.
FC E&O Wiseco piston and Crower connecting rod #26659wordingneutralFC Wiseco piston and Crower connecting rod part numbers updated; minimum weight 976 grams.
SRF3 SRF Brakes and Shock Rule Changes #26629wordingneutralSRF3 brakes now allow Hawk Blue 9012 pads P/N 801993 only; shocks simplified to Penske P/N 280396 sealed assembly only, with optional SCCA Enterprises bump rubber P/N 280407 from 05/01/2020.
FC Correct Wiseco piston and connecting rod #25809weightslowerFC Wiseco piston and Crower connecting rod assembly minimum weight increases from 555 to 976 grams.
Best is the class's fastest lap in that event's qualifying or race sessions, with the driver who set it, how many cars set a time that session and how close the top five were; a best from fewer than three cars is greyed. With two or more classes, "vs" is the gap of each class's best to the first class's at the same event. "% of FC" is the class's best as a share of FC's best at the same event (100% is level, less is quicker): weather and track condition move every class together, so this compares across years where the raw times do not. It still breaks when FC's own field changes or one session was wet and another dry. Newest event first. The coloured figure under each value is the change from the previous event that has one (green is quicker, red slower). Whole laps only, so events with different sector layouts still compare. Weather and track condition are not accounted for.