FC vs FV vs FF vs SMX pace at Buttonwillow Raceway Park
Quickest here:FC 1:45.137 Robert Armington, Cal Club 2026 qualifying · FV 1:58.898 Mace Gjerman, Cal Club 2026 race · FF 1:51.118 Eric Poulsen, Cal Club 2025 race · SMX 1:56.431 Ethan Lampe, Cal Club 2025 qualifying
FCFVFFSMXsolid race · dashed qualifying · slower is lower
FCFVFFSMXsolid 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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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%)
2:02.562Gavin Sweeney · fastest of 7 · top 5 within 3.3s+0.208s (+0.17%)
1:58.898Mace Gjerman · fastest of 7 · top 5 within 6.0s-2.299s (-1.90%)
124.6Gavin Sweeney+21.2 mph (+20.5%)
+13.584squal +17.425s
112.9%qual 116.6%
1:53.098Edward Erlandson · fastest of 2+1.054s (+0.94%)
1:54.741Edward Erlandson · fastest of 2+3.623s (+3.26%)
133.7Edward Erlandson+19.0 mph (+16.5%)
+9.427squal +7.961s
109.0%qual 107.6%
1:56.503Lincoln Larson · fastest of 15 · top 5 within 0.7s+0.072s (+0.06%)
1:57.973William Wallis · fastest of 15 · top 5 within 0.8s+0.556s (+0.47%)
141.6Joey Andrews+28.0 mph (+24.6%)
+12.659squal +11.366s
112.0%qual 110.8%
9 rule changes (FC: 2, FF: 3, SMX: 4)2 tyres & wheels · 1 weight · 6 wording · 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. · FF clarifies alternative tire eligibility for cars homologated 1989 or earlier with rocker arm or outboard suspension on all four corners. · SMX drivers must submit data acquisition files on time or face suspension and $250 fine. · SMX penalty language clarified: level 1 and 3 infractions may carry $1,000 fine; level 2 and 4 may carry $500 fine. · FF adds rocker arm and outboard suspension cars optional bias ply and VFF tires; removes front-as-rear rule, adds mixing restrictions. · SMX Toyo RR P235/40/ZR17 tire rules clarified: one set per weekend, marking after first session, damage replacement procedures revised. · SMX data submission deadline extended from 30 to 60 minutes after each timed session. · FF allows older cars with rocker arm or outboard suspension to use bias ply slicks or VFF tires instead of radials.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.
FF Formula F Alternative Tire Rule Proposed Clarifications #39281wordingneutralFF clarifies alternative tire eligibility for cars homologated 1989 or earlier with rocker arm or outboard suspension on all four corners.
SMX SMX Data Submission - Penalties #38248wordingneutralSMX drivers must submit data acquisition files on time or face suspension and $250 fine.
SMX Committee) SMX Penaly Clarification updated language #38337wordingneutralSMX penalty language clarified: level 1 and 3 infractions may carry $1,000 fine; level 2 and 4 may carry $500 fine.
FF Page 228, FF tire rule 9.1.1.10.e #38251tyres & wheelsneutralFF adds rocker arm and outboard suspension cars optional bias ply and VFF tires; removes front-as-rear rule, adds mixing restrictions.
SMX Clarify Tire Marking Regs #38004wordingneutralSMX Toyo RR P235/40/ZR17 tire rules clarified: one set per weekend, marking after first session, damage replacement procedures revised.
SMX SMX Data Submission Timeframe #38039wordingneutralSMX data submission deadline extended from 30 to 60 minutes after each timed session.
FF Formula F Proposal to Invite Older Cars Via a Tire Rule Change #37802tyres & wheelsfasterFF allows older cars with rocker arm or outboard suspension to use bias ply slicks or VFF tires instead of radials.
Cal Club 2025 CALCL252025-02-22
1:50.067Paul MacFarlane · only car
1:48.522Paul MacFarlane · only car
114.4Paul MacFarlane
2:02.354Gavin Sweeney · fastest of 5 · top 5 within 10.3s
2:01.197Gavin Sweeney · fastest of 5 · top 5 within 9.6s
103.5Gavin Sweeney
+12.675squal +12.287s
111.7%qual 111.2%
1:52.044Eric Poulsen · only car
1:51.118Eric Poulsen · only car
114.7Eric Poulsen
+2.596squal +1.977s
102.4%qual 101.8%
1:56.431Ethan Lampe · fastest of 15 · top 5 within 1.5s
1:57.417Ethan Lampe · fastest of 15 · top 5 within 1.6s
113.6Ryan Gutile
+8.895squal +6.364s
108.2%qual 105.8%
57 earlier rule changes on record, in force before Cal Club 2025 (from 2019)7 tyres & wheels · 6 weight · 3 engine · 2 cars added · 1 aero · 1 suspension & brakes · 37 wording · SMX allows OE instrument cluster relocation for aftermarket dash mounting, with wiring re-routed only; alternate gauges now permitted. · 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. · FF and FC cars with sequential gearbox must add 10 lbs. to minimum weight, down from 25 lbs. · FF Honda Fit allows Fast Forward 0.25mm oversize pistons PN FF800-110 as alternative; piston diameter spec clarified to 2.8835 inches. · FF VTEC activation valve must function; EGR blanking plate rule clarified with Fast Forward part numbers. · FV ferrous rotor no longer required to be smooth; may have up to three pad cleaning grooves per side. · SMX Spec MX-5 camera requirement wording changed; non-functioning recorder now grounds for penalty or disqualification. · SMX Spec MX-5 must run latest AIM Data Logger Spec MX-5 ECU Protocol; wording clarification for technical compliance. · SMX Mazda Miata OE versus OEM definitions clarified in GCR Section 9.1.7.1. · SM and SMX shifter bushing rules clarified: alternate bushing at shift lever bottom now allowed. · 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. · FF Honda Fit gains Fast Forward FF800-100 oversize piston ring pack option. · FV front wheel bearings wording clarified in GCR 9.1.1.C.10.G. · 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. · FF Honda Fit engine adds Fast Forward part number alternatives for intake, exhaust, oil system, and scavenge pump components. · 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. · FV connecting rod rules add Brian Crower part #BC6417 and Newland Group #4M113077 as allowed replacements. · FV connecting rods minimum weight 425.0 grams, center-to-center length 130 ± 0.10/-0.25 mm specified. · FC chassis/frame section reorganized: anti-intrusion panels between main tubes clarified, suspension mounting restrictions strengthened, firewall requirements reworded. · FV connecting rod suppliers clarified: Crower SP93280B and BrianCrower BC6417 allowed as direct replacements. · FC Zetec ECU requirements clarified: Pectel T2 or Performance PE-3 required with specific communications ports and SCCA tune-file/map. · FV allows Crower SP93280B and Brian Crower Racing Rods as direct replacement connecting rods, must meet OEM minimum weight. · 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. · FF block relief permitted only as needed to fit allowed crankshaft. · FC Pinto engine loses 10 lbs to 1190; Pinto aluminum head loses 10 lbs to 1190; Zetec loses 10 lbs to 1210. · FF class cylinder head may now have optional coolant bleed line fitting to top of head for air release. · FF Honda LC1 ECU by HPD permitted effective 12/1/2020, must use HPD lambda sensor. · FC: Pectel T2 and Performance PE-3 ECU maps clarified; SCCA Club or 2013 Pro map required. · FC Zetec engine minimum weight increases 20 lbs to 1220 lbs. · FF Honda LC1 ECU implementation date changed from 3/1/2020 to pending availability of support materials. · FV now allows 4 bolt wheels, previously restricted to 5 bolt wheels. · FV now supports 4-bolt pattern wheels in addition to existing wheel specifications. · FF alternator changes from not required to optional. · FF allows Honda HPD LC1 low-cost ECU with lambda sensor; E1 ECU no longer supported but existing units permitted if sealed. · FF rain tyres now allow Hoosier W3 Radial in addition to existing Hoosier Wet option. · FV rain tire requirement changed to Hoosier #44266 22.5 x 5.0 x 15 WET or W3. · FV allows non-spec Hoosier tires in Regional races until 2020-01-01, when spec tires become required. · FV allows rear tires on front of car; mandates Hoosier #43337 fronts and #43353 rears, plus #44266 rain tire from 2020-01-01. · 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. · FV wheels clarified: 15" x 4J standard or 15" x 4.5J steel VW, 5-bolt pattern, same track dimensions. · FV exhaust outlet location tightened to 1–4 inches behind rearmost body part. · FV wheels now permit 15-inch 4.5J steel wheels within C.2 track dimensions, adding to standard 4J options. · FV exhaust opening can now extend to 4 inches behind body rear, previously 3 inches maximum. · FC Wiseco piston and Crower connecting rod part numbers updated; minimum weight 976 grams. · FV front track maximum 52.500" and rear track 49.125"-50.750" no longer prohibits spacers. · FV disc brake assembly minimum weight clarified to 16.5 lbs total; caliper minimum weight requirement removed. · FF Honda Fit permitted to use 0.25mm oversize pistons, cylinder honing increased to 73.315mm maximum. · FF heat shield rule clarified: thermal wrap allowed on manifold exterior if easily removable for inspection. · FF catch tank minimum capacity rules clarified: coolant catch tank now one U.S. pint minimum, oil catch tank one U.S. quart minimum. · FV intake manifold horizontal tube measurement locations clarified between 1.500" and 8.000" on short side. · FC Wiseco piston and Crower connecting rod assembly minimum weight increases from 555 to 976 grams.showhide
SMX E&O SMX Regs 9.1.7.1.D.5.u-.w #37070wordingneutralSMX allows OE instrument cluster relocation for aftermarket dash mounting, with wiring re-routed only; alternate gauges now permitted.
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.
FF 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.
FF Alternative Oversize Honda Fit Pistons #37064wordingneutralFF Honda Fit allows Fast Forward 0.25mm oversize pistons PN FF800-110 as alternative; piston diameter spec clarified to 2.8835 inches.
FF Update to FF EGR Blanking Plate Rule #36633wordingneutralFF VTEC activation valve must function; EGR blanking plate rule clarified with Fast Forward part numbers.
FV Disc Brakes #36822suspension & brakesneutralFV ferrous rotor no longer required to be smooth; may have up to three pad cleaning grooves per side.
SMX SMX Camera Rule Correction #36496wordingneutralSMX Spec MX-5 camera requirement wording changed; non-functioning recorder now grounds for penalty or disqualification.
SMX Committee) AIM ECU Protocol #36556wordingneutralSMX Spec MX-5 must run latest AIM Data Logger Spec MX-5 ECU Protocol; wording clarification for technical compliance.
SMX Committee) OE versus OEM Definitons #36608wordingneutralSMX Mazda Miata OE versus OEM definitions clarified in GCR Section 9.1.7.1.
SMX Committee) Shifter Bushing #36611wordingneutralSM and SMX shifter bushing rules clarified: alternate bushing at shift lever bottom now allowed.
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.
FF Honda Fit Oversize Piston Rings #35305wordingneutralFF Honda Fit gains Fast Forward FF800-100 oversize piston ring pack option.
FV FV Wheel Bearing Clarification #35150wordingneutralFV front wheel bearings wording clarified in GCR 9.1.1.C.10.G.
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.
FF Add Fast Forward Part Numbers for Honda Fit Engine #33752wordingneutralFF Honda Fit engine adds Fast Forward part number alternatives for intake, exhaust, oil system, and scavenge pump components.
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.
FV Connecting Rod Update Request for 9.1.1.C Formula Vee (FV) 5.C.6 #32160wordingneutralFV connecting rod rules add Brian Crower part #BC6417 and Newland Group #4M113077 as allowed replacements.
FV E&O clarification of connecting rod center-to-center length #32183wordingneutralFV connecting rods minimum weight 425.0 grams, center-to-center length 130 ± 0.10/-0.25 mm specified.
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.
FV Update direct replacement connecting rod information #31843wordingneutralFV connecting rod suppliers clarified: Crower SP93280B and BrianCrower BC6417 allowed as direct replacements.
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.
FV Formula V Connecting Rod Replacement #31448wordingneutralFV allows Crower SP93280B and Brian Crower Racing Rods as direct replacement connecting rods, must meet OEM minimum weight.
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.
FF Kent crankshaft clarification #30426wordingneutralFF block relief permitted only as needed to fit allowed crankshaft.
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.
FF Allow Optional Coolant Bleed Line to Correct a Known Problem #29673wordingneutralFF class cylinder head may now have optional coolant bleed line fitting to top of head for air release.
FF Clarification regarding Honda LC1 ECU implementation date #29684wordingneutralFF Honda LC1 ECU by HPD permitted effective 12/1/2020, must use HPD lambda sensor.
FC Urgent: SCCA PE3 map unsuitable #29475wordingneutralFC: Pectel T2 and Performance PE-3 ECU maps clarified; SCCA Club or 2013 Pro map required.
FC Request for weight adjustments to equalize FC competition. #28888weightslowerFC Zetec engine minimum weight increases 20 lbs to 1220 lbs.
FF Clarification regarding Honda LC1 ECU implementation #29135wordingneutralFF Honda LC1 ECU implementation date changed from 3/1/2020 to pending availability of support materials.
FV Support for Recommended Item - 4 bolt wheels in FV #29084tyres & wheelsneutralFV now allows 4 bolt wheels, previously restricted to 5 bolt wheels.
FV Support for 4-bolt pattern wheels #28955 #29118wordingneutralFV now supports 4-bolt pattern wheels in addition to existing wheel specifications.
FF E&O FF Kent Engine alternator language #28204wordingneutralFF alternator changes from not required to optional.
FF Honda Racing HPD low cost ECU proposal #27563engineneutralFF allows Honda HPD LC1 low-cost ECU with lambda sensor; E1 ECU no longer supported but existing units permitted if sealed.
FF Update rain tire designation #28443tyres & wheelsneutralFF rain tyres now allow Hoosier W3 Radial in addition to existing Hoosier Wet option.
FV Update rain tire designation #28444tyres & wheelsneutralFV rain tire requirement changed to Hoosier #44266 22.5 x 5.0 x 15 WET or W3.
FV FV Allow non-spec tire in Regional competition #26284tyres & wheelsneutralFV allows non-spec Hoosier tires in Regional races until 2020-01-01, when spec tires become required.
FV Request to Allow Rear Tires on the Front of Formula Vee #26537tyres & wheelsneutralFV allows rear tires on front of car; mandates Hoosier #43337 fronts and #43353 rears, plus #44266 rain tire from 2020-01-01.
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.
FV Clarification on Wheel Bolt Pattern #27603wordingneutralFV wheels clarified: 15" x 4J standard or 15" x 4.5J steel VW, 5-bolt pattern, same track dimensions.
FV Allowed Modifications E&O #27398wordingneutralFV exhaust outlet location tightened to 1–4 inches behind rearmost body part.
FV E&O Wheels #27230tyres & wheelsneutralFV wheels now permit 15-inch 4.5J steel wheels within C.2 track dimensions, adding to standard 4J options.
FV Exhaust termination rule E&O #26702aeroneutralFV exhaust opening can now extend to 4 inches behind body rear, previously 3 inches maximum.
FC E&O Wiseco piston and Crower connecting rod #26659wordingneutralFC Wiseco piston and Crower connecting rod part numbers updated; minimum weight 976 grams.
FV E&O Dimensions #26674wordingneutralFV front track maximum 52.500" and rear track 49.125"-50.750" no longer prohibits spacers.
FF Request for Oversize Honda Fit Pistons #25810enginefasterFF Honda Fit permitted to use 0.25mm oversize pistons, cylinder honing increased to 73.315mm maximum.
FF Heat Shield - Fit Intake #26102wordingneutralFF heat shield rule clarified: thermal wrap allowed on manifold exterior if easily removable for inspection.
FF Request catch cans/tanks clarification #26158wordingneutralFF catch tank minimum capacity rules clarified: coolant catch tank now one U.S. pint minimum, oil catch tank one U.S. quart minimum.
FV FV Intake Manifold Clarification #26008wordingneutralFV intake manifold horizontal tube measurement locations clarified between 1.500" and 8.000" on short side.
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.