FV vs SRF3 vs SM pace at Buttonwillow Raceway Park
Quickest here:FV 1:58.898 Mace Gjerman, Cal Club 2026 race · SRF3 1:50.233 Caleb Shrader, Cal Club 2025 qualifying · SM 2:00.831 William Wallis, Cal Club 2025 qualifying
FVSRF3SMsolid race · dashed qualifying · slower is lower
FVSRF3SMsolid race · dashed qualifying · each class's best lap as a share of FV'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
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%)
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%)
-6.828squal -11.649s
94.3%qual 90.5%
2:01.392Ryan Busk · fastest of 18 · top 5 within 0.8s+0.561s (+0.46%)
2:02.486William Rasmussen · fastest of 18 · top 5 within 1.3s+0.836s (+0.69%)
127.3Sam Rezai+23.4 mph (+22.6%)
+3.588squal -1.170s
103.0%qual 99.0%
7 rule changes (SRF3: 4, SM: 3)6 wording · 1 other · 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. · 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. · SM cars limited to one set of Hoosier SM 7.5 P205/50/ZR17 per Super Tour event weekend for dry sessions. · 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
SRF3 Add HD Oil Cooler #38979otherotherSRF3 adds HD Oil Cooler P/N G1148500 as alternative to standard cooler P/N G480503.
SM SMX Data Submission - Penalties #38248wordingwordingSMX drivers must submit data acquisition files on time or face suspension and $250 fine.
SM Committee) SMX Penaly Clarification updated language #38337wordingwordingSMX penalty language clarified: level 1 and 3 infractions may carry $1,000 fine; level 2 and 4 may carry $500 fine.
SM Clarify Tire Marking Regs #38005wordingwordingSM cars limited to one set of Hoosier SM 7.5 P205/50/ZR17 per Super Tour event weekend for dry sessions.
SRF3 Driver Safety & Comfort #37966wordingwordingSRF drivers with disabilities may modify seat and controls for safety and comfort with approval and logbook notation.
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
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
-10.372squal -12.121s
91.4%qual 90.1%
2:00.831William Wallis · fastest of 16 · top 5 within 0.9s
2:01.650Nick Leverone · fastest of 16 · top 5 within 0.3s
103.9Evan Jacobs
+0.453squal -1.523s
100.4%qual 98.8%
21 rule changes (FV: 2, SRF3: 14, SM: 5)3 suspension & brakes · 3 tyres & wheels · 1 weight · 13 wording · 1 other · SMX allows OE instrument cluster relocation for aftermarket dash mounting, with wiring re-routed only; alternate gauges now permitted. · FV ferrous rotor no longer required to be smooth; may have up to three pad cleaning grooves per side. · 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. · 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. · 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. · 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. · FV front wheel bearings wording clarified in GCR 9.1.1.C.10.G. · SRF radiator rule clarified: P/N 480466 replaceable with Automotive P/N 1R698, CU698 or manufacturer equivalent with documentation. · 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.showhide
SM E&O SMX Regs 9.1.7.1.D.5.u-.w #37070wordingwordingSMX allows OE instrument cluster relocation for aftermarket dash mounting, with wiring re-routed only; alternate gauges now permitted.
FV Disc Brakes #36822suspension & brakessuspension & brakesFV ferrous rotor no longer required to be smooth; may have up to three pad cleaning grooves per side.
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 #36739wordingwordingSRF3 Hoosier logo placement changes from four decals to three decals in different locations.
SM SMX Camera Rule Correction #36496wordingwordingSMX Spec MX-5 camera requirement wording changed; non-functioning recorder now grounds for penalty or disqualification.
SM Committee) AIM ECU Protocol #36556wordingwordingSMX Spec MX-5 must run latest AIM Data Logger Spec MX-5 ECU Protocol; wording clarification for technical compliance.
SM Committee) OE versus OEM Definitons #36608wordingwordingSMX Mazda Miata OE versus OEM definitions clarified in GCR Section 9.1.7.1.
SM Committee) Shifter Bushing #36611wordingwordingSM and SMX shifter bushing rules clarified: alternate bushing at shift lever bottom now allowed.
SRF3 Update to Letter 36619 with new Hoosier Contingency Decal Info #36624wordingwordingSRF 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.
SRF3 Update SRF Rain / Brake Rule #34706wordingwordingSRF 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 #34853wordingwordingSRF requires Super Bright LEDs P/N PT-STRB-R24 rain/brake light with strobing capability and specific wiring.
FV FV Wheel Bearing Clarification #35150wordingwordingFV front wheel bearings wording clarified in GCR 9.1.1.C.10.G.
SRF3 SRF Radiator Rule Update #34805wordingwordingSRF radiator rule clarified: P/N 480466 replaceable with Automotive P/N 1R698, CU698 or manufacturer equivalent with documentation.
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 & wheelstyres & wheelsSRF 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 #33765wordingwordingSRF3 tail sections allowed on SRFs with GEN3 airbox shimming up to 19 mm; alternate dash panel P/N 180100 or 180101 relocated in rules.
Cal Club 2023 CALCL232023-02-24
44 earlier rule changes on record, in force before Cal Club 2023 (from 2019)8 tyres & wheels · 4 suspension & brakes · 3 weight · 1 aero · 1 cars added · 1 engine · 26 wording · SM Mazda MX-5 Miata 01-05 weight increases to 2450 lbs, or 2465 with alternate bore. · 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. · SM Majors must run authorized Penske shock and mount; Regional competitors' requirement eligibility clarified. · 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. · FV connecting rod suppliers clarified: Crower SP93280B and BrianCrower BC6417 allowed as direct replacements. · FV allows Crower SP93280B and Brian Crower Racing Rods as direct replacement connecting rods, must meet OEM minimum weight. · SRF front wet tire changes from P185/60R13 H20 to P185/65R13 W2; SRF3 adds mandatory G301048 restrictor plate Jan. 1, 2022. · 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. · SM adds procedures for testing obsolete part replacements and BOP updates in sanctioned events with CRB approval. · 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. · SM aftermarket radiators must mount in original location, maintain core plane, require no body modifications, block openings, keep one OEM fan in stock location; 1990-1997 cars may install upper radiator seal NA75-50-OK7A. · SM rear brake calipers may use single bracket under upper retaining bolt to prevent pin failure. · 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. · 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. · 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. · SRF rain and brake rule wording updated; supersedes GCR 9.3.32.B.2 effective 1/1/202 through 12/31/2024. · FV wheels clarified: 15" x 4J standard or 15" x 4.5J steel VW, 5-bolt pattern, same track dimensions. · 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. · 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. · SRF drivers may now use Dash Windscreen Kit P/N 1180103 or P/N 180102. · FV exhaust opening can now extend to 4 inches behind body rear, previously 3 inches maximum. · SRF3 nose assembly must use approved multi-piece design; no modifications allowed except as specified. · FV front track maximum 52.500" and rear track 49.125"-50.750" no longer prohibits spacers. · 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. · FV disc brake assembly minimum weight clarified to 16.5 lbs total; caliper minimum weight requirement removed. · SM fuel pump and filter must be Mazda or OEM Equivalent part. · FV intake manifold horizontal tube measurement locations clarified between 1.500" and 8.000" on short side. · SM 1999-2000 model year cars may use replacement Mazda ECU and injector harnesses, unmodified. · SM electrical rules reorganized and clarified; alternator external regulation now prohibited except via OEM ECU/kill switch. · SM removes tire tread protrusion beyond fender opening requirement from GCR 9.1.7.C.5.showhide
SM BOP for NB1 and NB2 #32309weightslowerSM Mazda MX-5 Miata 01-05 weight increases to 2450 lbs, or 2465 with alternate bore.
SRF3 SRF Tire Rule Update #32614wordingwordingSRF 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.
SM Update GCR Section 9.1.7.3.A.1. #32217wordingwordingSM Majors must run authorized Penske shock and mount; Regional competitors' requirement eligibility clarified.
FV Connecting Rod Update Request for 9.1.1.C Formula Vee (FV) 5.C.6 #32160wordingwordingFV 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 #32183wordingwordingFV connecting rods minimum weight 425.0 grams, center-to-center length 130 ± 0.10/-0.25 mm specified.
FV Update direct replacement connecting rod information #31843wordingwordingFV connecting rod suppliers clarified: Crower SP93280B and BrianCrower BC6417 allowed as direct replacements.
FV Formula V Connecting Rod Replacement #31448wordingwordingFV allows Crower SP93280B and Brian Crower Racing Rods as direct replacement connecting rods, must meet OEM minimum weight.
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.
SRF3 SRF Wet Tires #30849tyres & wheelstyres & wheelsSRF 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 #30961wordingwordingSRF 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.
SM Updates - Obsolete Parts & BOP Parts #30438wordingwordingSM adds procedures for testing obsolete part replacements and BOP updates in sanctioned events with CRB approval.
SRF3 Mandatory identification: #30223wordingwordingSRF and SRF3 mandatory identification simplified: removed Ford Performance and Blue Oval decals, kept Hoosier logo placement.
SRF3 SRF Shocks, Springs and Ride Height. #29688suspension & brakessuspension & brakesSRF shocks, springs, bump stops sealed; rear springs 412-429 lbs/in P/N 280390 only; previous parts no longer allowed.
SM Radiator E&O Clarifications #29294wordingwordingSM aftermarket radiators must mount in original location, maintain core plane, require no body modifications, block openings, keep one OEM fan in stock location; 1990-1997 cars may install upper radiator seal NA75-50-OK7A.
SM Modifications to prevent failures of Rear Brake Caliper Pin #28953suspension & brakessuspension & brakesSM rear brake calipers may use single bracket under upper retaining bolt to prevent pin failure.
FV Support for Recommended Item - 4 bolt wheels in FV #29084tyres & wheelstyres & wheelsFV now allows 4 bolt wheels, previously restricted to 5 bolt wheels.
FV Support for 4-bolt pattern wheels #28955 #29118wordingwordingFV now supports 4-bolt pattern wheels in addition to existing wheel specifications.
SRF3 SRF Shocks #28791wordingwordingSRF3 shock absorber brand restriction removed; all shocks must be sealed by Enterprises.
SRF3 Update Bump Stop Rule #28712suspension & brakessuspension & brakesSRF3 bump stop now must be SCCA P/N 280407 only, no modifications, optional, max one per shock.
SRF3 SRF Bump Stop Correction #27019wordingwordingSRF shock absorber bump stop clarified: only SCCA P/N 280407 allowed as delivered, maximum one per shock, effective 05/01/2020.
FV Update rain tire designation #28444tyres & wheelstyres & wheelsFV 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 & wheelstyres & wheelsFV 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 & wheelstyres & wheelsFV allows rear tires on front of car; mandates Hoosier #43337 fronts and #43353 rears, plus #44266 rain tire from 2020-01-01.
SRF3 SRF Rain / Brake Rule - BoD approved as follows #34958wordingwordingSRF rain and brake rule wording updated; supersedes GCR 9.3.32.B.2 effective 1/1/202 through 12/31/2024.
FV Clarification on Wheel Bolt Pattern #27603wordingwordingFV wheels clarified: 15" x 4J standard or 15" x 4.5J steel VW, 5-bolt pattern, same track dimensions.
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 #27723wordingwordingSRF3 reclassified as Spec Racer Ford 3 with 1.6L conversion; SRF2 becomes Regional Only Class.
FV Allowed Modifications E&O #27398wordingwordingFV exhaust outlet location tightened to 1–4 inches behind rearmost body part.
FV E&O Wheels #27230tyres & wheelstyres & wheelsFV wheels now permit 15-inch 4.5J steel wheels within C.2 track dimensions, adding to standard 4J options.
SRF3 SRF Dash Windscreen Kit #27028wordingwordingSRF drivers may now use Dash Windscreen Kit P/N 1180103 or P/N 180102.
FV Exhaust termination rule E&O #26702aeroaeroFV exhaust opening can now extend to 4 inches behind body rear, previously 3 inches maximum.
SRF3 New SRF Sectional Nose Rule Addition #26914wordingwordingSRF3 nose assembly must use approved multi-piece design; no modifications allowed except as specified.
FV E&O Dimensions #26674wordingwordingFV front track maximum 52.500" and rear track 49.125"-50.750" no longer prohibits spacers.
SRF3 SRF Brakes and Shock Rule Changes #26629wordingwordingSRF3 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.
SM Request to allow aftermarket fuel filters. #26370wordingwordingSM fuel pump and filter must be Mazda or OEM Equivalent part.
FV FV Intake Manifold Clarification #26008wordingwordingFV intake manifold horizontal tube measurement locations clarified between 1.500" and 8.000" on short side.
SM Request 99-00 replacement Wire harnesses #25602wordingwordingSM 1999-2000 model year cars may use replacement Mazda ECU and injector harnesses, unmodified.
SM Organize and Clarify 9.1.7.C.1.o. #25913wordingwordingSM electrical rules reorganized and clarified; alternator external regulation now prohibited except via OEM ECU/kill switch.
SM Strike Tire Tread Language #26123wordingwordingSM removes tire tread protrusion beyond fender opening requirement from GCR 9.1.7.C.5.
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 FV" is the class's best as a share of FV'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 FV'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.