STU vs STL vs FA pace at Buttonwillow Raceway Park
Quickest here:STU 1:50.913 Tony Rivera, Cal Club 2026 qualifying · STL 1:54.845 Gavin Wardle, Cal Club 2026 race · FA 1:14.588 Greg Labadie, Cal Club 2023 qualifying
STUSTLFAsolid race · dashed qualifying · slower is lower
STUSTLFAsolid race · dashed qualifying · each class's best lap as a share of STU'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
1:50.913Tony Rivera · fastest of 6 · top 5 within 14.1s-4.488s (-3.89%)
1:52.737Tony Rivera · fastest of 7 · top 5 within 7.7s-0.903s (-0.79%)
135.2Tony Rivera+21.8 mph (+19.3%)
1:57.526Jared Korth · fastest of 10 · top 5 within 1.2s+2.563s (+2.23%)
1:54.845Gavin Wardle · fastest of 11 · top 5 within 4.7s-0.837s (-0.72%)
136.6Bryce Johnson+26.2 mph (+23.7%)
+2.108squal +6.613s
101.9%qual 106.0%
1:35.792Greg Labadie · only car-3.750s (-3.77%)
1:37.275Greg Labadie · only car-2.623s (-2.63%)
163.8Greg Labadie+36.4 mph (+28.6%)
-15.462squal -15.121s
86.3%qual 86.4%
27 rule changes (STU: 17, STL: 3, FA: 7)9 weight · 4 induction · 4 tyres & wheels · 3 cars added · 2 engine · 1 aero · 4 wording · FA Pro Mazda: lower intake manifold now unrestricted, throttle body raised to 80mm, wing height must not exceed 99cm, bodywork width must not exceed 132cm. · FA MZR gains alternate Noor P/N 0088-8-00 intake manifold with AT Power runners as option to Elan or Mazda Speed Elite. · FA Formula 1000 motorcycle-based engine loses maximum compression ratio 14.5:1 limit. · FA Formula 1000 allows carbon fiber external panels, forward-facing gaps, raises floor to 125mm, adds eight 75×125mm rub blocks, expands diffuser to 110cm with 75mm radius transitions. · STL minimum weights increase across all classes, 1300 cc gains 195 lbs to 1950, up to 1850 cc at 2500. · STU Mazda MZR (LF, L3, L5) Turbo classified; Jack Spania Racing 70 mm intake manifold and Fab9 Tuning bottom-mount turbo kit approved. · STU 36mm restrictor allows 2830 lbs (up 10 lbs from 2820); 37mm allows 2980 lbs (down 5 lbs from 2985). · STU cars over 3150 lbs lose 275-tire option with 2% weight adder. · STU Honda K20 and K24 engines lose 2% minimum weight penalty. · FA class adds USF Pro 2000 car eligibility for Formula Atlantic racing. · STU Honda K24 engine swap weight increases by 2% effective November 1, 2025. · STU Lotus Elise SC and Exige SC weight reduced from 2450 to 2250 lbs. · STL/STU Lotus weight reduced: Evora GT4 to 2700 lbs, Elise Cup R to 2250 lbs, Elise/Exige SC to 2450-2550 lbs. · STU-TCR tire width increases to 275 with weight adder raised from 100 to 150 pounds. · STL/STU Lotus weight reduced: Evora GT4 to 2700 lbs, Elise Cup R to 2250 lbs, Elise/Exige SC to 2450-2550 lbs. · FA Ligier JS F3 front tires may be Hoosier 43363 240/580R13 MS, rear 43368 300/590R13 MS. · STU 2.8-3.2L N/A engines now allow 245 max tire width; over 3150 lbs may run 275 with 2% weight penalty. · STU Mazda MZR may use Goodwin 61-2510 or Gato Performance 31972 intake manifold. · STU Honda JDM H23a added, 2259cc displacement, minimum weight per Chart, must meet ST engine regulations. · STL Mazda MX5 Challenge minimum weight now references GCR 9.1.7.1 instead of 2500 lbs; spec components removed, only alternative tires allowed. · STU wheel width rules clarified: cars ≤2,850 lbs max 8 inches, cars >2,850 lbs max 9 inches. · STU Spec Line GT3U minimum weight reduced from plus 250 to plus 225 pounds; wheel and tire options clarified with weight adjustments. · FA Formula Renault 2.0 (10-17) spec notes clarified: engine sealed, manual compliance required, tire choice unrestricted, no alterations except repairs. · STU BMW N54/N55 3.0L classified at Chart +3% minimum weight; N54 twin turbo not allowed. · STU Mini Cooper S SC supercharger pulley diameter reduced from 2.285 to 2.185. · STU Honda K20C1 Turbo I4 exempted from 3% DI weight adder in Spec Lines Table A. · STU GT3U minimum weight increases 150 to 250 pounds.showhide
FA Pro Mazda Classification and Performance Enhancement Proposal #39411inductionfasterFA Pro Mazda: lower intake manifold now unrestricted, throttle body raised to 80mm, wing height must not exceed 99cm, bodywork width must not exceed 132cm.
FA Alternate Intake Manifold for MZR #38223inductionunclearFA MZR gains alternate Noor P/N 0088-8-00 intake manifold with AT Power runners as option to Elan or Mazda Speed Elite.
FA Engine Compression Rule Change Request #39302enginefasterFA Formula 1000 motorcycle-based engine loses maximum compression ratio 14.5:1 limit.
FA Change Formula 1000 allowances #39608aerofasterFA Formula 1000 allows carbon fiber external panels, forward-facing gaps, raises floor to 125mm, adds eight 75×125mm rub blocks, expands diffuser to 110cm with 75mm radius transitions.
STL Weight adjustment for STL #39579weightslowerSTL minimum weights increase across all classes, 1300 cc gains 195 lbs to 1950, up to 1850 cc at 2500.
STU Request for Permission on Aftermarket Turbo Kit and Intake #39529cars addedfasterSTU Mazda MZR (LF, L3, L5) Turbo classified; Jack Spania Racing 70 mm intake manifold and Fab9 Tuning bottom-mount turbo kit approved.
STU Turbo Inlet Restrictor Table #38961inductionslowerSTU 36mm restrictor allows 2830 lbs (up 10 lbs from 2820); 37mm allows 2980 lbs (down 5 lbs from 2985).
STU 275 Tire Rule #38983tyres & wheelsslowerSTU cars over 3150 lbs lose 275-tire option with 2% weight adder.
STU STU Honda Engine weight penalty #39375weightfasterSTU Honda K20 and K24 engines lose 2% minimum weight penalty.
FA Re-Consider USF Pro 2000 Car for Formula Atlantic Class #38783cars addedcars addedFA class adds USF Pro 2000 car eligibility for Formula Atlantic racing.
STU Non-Homologated Engine Swaps - Specifically K24A2 w/ Honda CRZ #38746weightslowerSTU Honda K24 engine swap weight increases by 2% effective November 1, 2025.
STU Lotus Weight Reduction E&O #38919weightfasterSTU Lotus Elise SC and Exige SC weight reduced from 2450 to 2250 lbs.
STL Lotus Weight Reduction #38772weight -50 lbsfasterSTL/STU Lotus weight reduced: Evora GT4 to 2700 lbs, Elise Cup R to 2250 lbs, Elise/Exige SC to 2450-2550 lbs.
STU STU-TCR Adjustments #38723tyres & wheelsslowerSTU-TCR tire width increases to 275 with weight adder raised from 100 to 150 pounds.
STU Lotus Weight Reduction #38772weight -50 lbsfasterSTL/STU Lotus weight reduced: Evora GT4 to 2700 lbs, Elise Cup R to 2250 lbs, Elise/Exige SC to 2450-2550 lbs.
FA Ligier JS F3 Tire Choice #38434tyres & wheelstyres & wheelsFA Ligier JS F3 front tires may be Hoosier 43363 240/580R13 MS, rear 43368 300/590R13 MS.
STU 2.8-3.2L N/A Engine Allowances #38007tyres & wheelsunclearSTU 2.8-3.2L N/A engines now allow 245 max tire width; over 3150 lbs may run 275 with 2% weight penalty.
STU 2006-2015 Mazda Miata Intake Manifold #38422wordingwordingSTU Mazda MZR may use Goodwin 61-2510 or Gato Performance 31972 intake manifold.
STU Requesting Approval of the JDM Honda h23a #38489cars addedcars addedSTU Honda JDM H23a added, 2259cc displacement, minimum weight per Chart, must meet ST engine regulations.
STL E&O: SMX Allowance in STL #37945wordingunclearSTL Mazda MX5 Challenge minimum weight now references GCR 9.1.7.1 instead of 2500 lbs; spec components removed, only alternative tires allowed.
STU Wheel Size Inconsistency #38018wordingwordingSTU wheel width rules clarified: cars ≤2,850 lbs max 8 inches, cars >2,850 lbs max 9 inches.
STU Table C: STU-GT3U Clarification #38268weightfasterSTU Spec Line GT3U minimum weight reduced from plus 250 to plus 225 pounds; wheel and tire options clarified with weight adjustments.
FA Update Formula Renault 2.0 spec line notes #37853wordingwordingFA Formula Renault 2.0 (10-17) spec notes clarified: engine sealed, manual compliance required, tire choice unrestricted, no alterations except repairs.
STU BMW N54/N55 Engine Allowance Follow Up #37447engineengineSTU BMW N54/N55 3.0L classified at Chart +3% minimum weight; N54 twin turbo not allowed.
STU STU Mini Cooper pulley size clarification re: letter #36980 #37717inductionfasterSTU Mini Cooper S SC supercharger pulley diameter reduced from 2.285 to 2.185.
STU Question About a Weight Modifier #37782weightfasterSTU Honda K20C1 Turbo I4 exempted from 3% DI weight adder in Spec Lines Table A.
STU Increase Minimum Weight #37919weight +100 lbsslowerSTU GT3U minimum weight increases 150 to 250 pounds.
Cal Club 2025 CALCL252025-02-22
1:55.401Wilson Powell · fastest of 4 · top 4 within 8.7s
1:53.640Rylan Hazelton · fastest of 5 · top 5 within 8.0s
113.3Rylan Hazelton
1:54.963Nick Leverone · fastest of 16 · top 5 within 3.3s
1:55.682Nick Leverone · fastest of 17 · top 5 within 2.6s
110.4Ryan Gutile
+2.042squal -0.438s
101.8%qual 99.6%
1:39.542Greg Labadie · only car+24.954s (+33.46%)
1:39.898Greg Labadie · only car
127.4Greg Labadie
-13.742squal -15.859s
87.9%qual 86.3%
23 rule changes (STU: 13, STL: 6, FA: 4)5 induction · 4 cars added · 2 tyres & wheels · 1 aero · 1 engine · 1 weight · 9 wording · FA adds Tatuus F.3 T-318 or FR-19 as spec line car in Table 2 for Formula Regional European Championship. · STU Audi 1.8T wagon deleted; Porsche 944 1800 weight to Chart, turbo inlet restrictor removed. · STU-GT3 reclassified as STU-GT3U effective January 1, 2026. · STU GT3 TCR gains 275-width tire option with 100 lb weight penalty, but not in A compound. · STL/STU: 90-05 Mazda Miata alternate front wheel hubs moved from General to specific part approval. · STL/STU: 90-05 Mazda Miata alternate front wheel hubs moved from General to specific part approval. · STU BMW N54/N55 turbo inlet restrictors now required per GCR definition; turbo swapping prohibited. · STU Mini Cooper S SC 1900 restricts to 2.565 diameter pulley; 2100 allows 2.285 diameter pulley. · STU RWD turbo cars no longer required to reduce restrictor by 1 mm from table. · STU Mini Cooper S SC: alternate LEAP OMICRON hood scoop LEP-OMICRON3 permitted. · STU BMW S54 B32 OEM now permits dry sump oiling system. · STL and STU power steering rules clarified to permit electric-assisted and hydraulic-assisted steering systems. · STL Acura/Honda B-series and Mazda MZR restrictors reduced 2mm; minimum weights down 25–75 lbs for 1900–2000cc engines. · STL Mazda 12A must keep 5th and 6th intake port actuators and valves, no longer allowed removal or disabling. · STL and STU power steering rules clarified to permit electric-assisted and hydraulic-assisted steering systems. · STL Mazda RX-7 12A (79-85) now allows auto-type 2 bbl with 42mm choke(s) on dual-y manifold as alternate to stock Nikki 4 bbl. · Toyota GR Cup and GR86 Cup (2022-) newly classified in STU at 2700 lbs with 2387 cc engine. · FA Pro Formula Mazda front wheels widen to 10 in. max; rear wheels narrow to 14 in. min. · STL ITA/ITS RX7 and 1985+ ITA/ITS/ITB/ITC vehicles clarified to conform to section 9.1.4.2 tire specifications. · FA Pro Formula Mazda maximum bodywork width behind front wheels increases to 51.97 inches. · FA MSR Formula Mazda FMzR added to Table 2 classification. · STU Mazda BP5A classified at 1839 cc maximum displacement, 2023-04-01. · STU minimum weight chart updated: 2450cc to 2595lbs, 2600cc to 2710lbs.showhide
FA Classify FR European Championship car as spec line car in Table 2 #37658cars addedcars addedFA adds Tatuus F.3 T-318 or FR-19 as spec line car in Table 2 for Formula Regional European Championship.
STU Audi 1.8t Wagon STU Table B #36685cars addedfasterSTU Audi 1.8T wagon deleted; Porsche 944 1800 weight to Chart, turbo inlet restrictor removed.
STU Merger GT3 to STU #37486wordingwordingSTU-GT3 reclassified as STU-GT3U effective January 1, 2026.
STU GT3 TCR Tire allowance #37494tyres & wheelsslowerSTU GT3 TCR gains 275-width tire option with 100 lb weight penalty, but not in A compound.
STL Request to Remove Miata Hubs from General category #37138wordingwordingSTL/STU: 90-05 Mazda Miata alternate front wheel hubs moved from General to specific part approval.
STU Request to Remove Miata Hubs from General category #37138wordingwordingSTL/STU: 90-05 Mazda Miata alternate front wheel hubs moved from General to specific part approval.
STU BMW N54/N55 Engine Allowance #37146inductionslowerSTU BMW N54/N55 turbo inlet restrictors now required per GCR definition; turbo swapping prohibited.
STU R53 15% Pulley Request #36980inductionslowerSTU Mini Cooper S SC 1900 restricts to 2.565 diameter pulley; 2100 allows 2.285 diameter pulley.
STU RWD Turbo Disadvantage #36255inductionfasterSTU RWD turbo cars no longer required to reduce restrictor by 1 mm from table.
STU Letter #35397 addendum #35453wordingwordingSTU Mini Cooper S SC: alternate LEAP OMICRON hood scoop LEP-OMICRON3 permitted.
STU S54 Drysump #35464wordingwordingSTU BMW S54 B32 OEM now permits dry sump oiling system.
STL ST Electric-Assisted Steering Systems #35066wordingwordingSTL and STU power steering rules clarified to permit electric-assisted and hydraulic-assisted steering systems.
STL BOP Adjustments #35112inductionfasterSTL Acura/Honda B-series and Mazda MZR restrictors reduced 2mm; minimum weights down 25–75 lbs for 1900–2000cc engines.
STL Mazda 12A #35320engineslowerSTL Mazda 12A must keep 5th and 6th intake port actuators and valves, no longer allowed removal or disabling.
STU ST Electric-Assisted Steering Systems #35066wordingwordingSTL and STU power steering rules clarified to permit electric-assisted and hydraulic-assisted steering systems.
STL Alternate Carburetor Request for 79-85 RX7 12a #35181inductionunclearSTL Mazda RX-7 12A (79-85) now allows auto-type 2 bbl with 42mm choke(s) on dual-y manifold as alternate to stock Nikki 4 bbl.
STU 2022 Toyota GR Cup for STU #34449cars addedcars addedToyota GR Cup and GR86 Cup (2022-) newly classified in STU at 2700 lbs with 2387 cc engine.
FA Simplify Pro Formula Mazda wheel allowance #34190tyres & wheelsunclearFA Pro Formula Mazda front wheels widen to 10 in. max; rear wheels narrow to 14 in. min.
STL Clarify STL table B - IT spec notes on Tires #34187wordingwordingSTL ITA/ITS RX7 and 1985+ ITA/ITS/ITB/ITC vehicles clarified to conform to section 9.1.4.2 tire specifications.
FA E&O - Correct Pro Formula Mazda spec line dimensional equivalent #34085aerofasterFA Pro Formula Mazda maximum bodywork width behind front wheels increases to 51.97 inches.
FA Add new spec line for MSR Formula Mazda FMzR to Table 2 #34139cars addedcars addedFA MSR Formula Mazda FMzR added to Table 2 classification.
STU Alternate OEM Miata Intake Manifold #33827wordingwordingSTU Mazda BP5A classified at 1839 cc maximum displacement, 2023-04-01.
STU E&O STU NA Weight Chart. #33737weightfasterSTU minimum weight chart updated: 2450cc to 2595lbs, 2600cc to 2710lbs.
Cal Club 2023 CALCL232023-02-24
1:14.588Greg Labadie · only car
170 earlier rule changes on record, in force before Cal Club 2023 (from 2019)22 induction · 21 cars added · 16 engine · 16 weight · 7 aero · 4 tyres & wheels · 1 removed · 83 wording · FA BDA engine displacement specification line added to Table 1, effective 2023-01-01. · STL Spec MX5 clutch, wheels, and tyres specified: ACT 0000-02-5004-G6, 17x8 wheels, Toyo RR and RA1 235-40-17. · Formula Renault 2.0 (10-17) reclassified from FX to FA; weight reduced to 1280 lbs, restrictor removed. · FA Swift 016 2.3L restrictor increases from 31mm to 32mm SIR; minimum weight drops 30 lbs to 1420. · Pro Formula Mazda allows street or bridge port, unrestricted apex seals, 70mm throttle body, 99cm wing height max, 132cm bodywork width max. · STU Mazda 13B Turbo classified, streetport only, stock turbos prohibited, alternatives allowed. · STU OEM louver vents now exempt from vent count and 200 square inch allowance. · STU 2400cc non-4-valve engines gain 9% base weight reduction; DI turbo prep limits removed. · STU normally-aspirated 2976–3200 cc single-throttle engines lose 10% base engine weight reduction. · ST redundant language removed from balance shaft and pulley modification rules. · FA Ligier JS F3 must comply with Formula Regional Americas rules instead of FIA Formula 3 Regional Technical Regulations. · FA sealed engines must undergo full inspection; competitor pays reassembly and resealing costs. · FA Formula Lites FL15 and FR Americas Ligier JS F3 engine sealing requirements clarified to reference respective series technical regulations. · STU cars that qualified for 9 inch wheels in 2021 may continue through 2022 only. · STU splitter definition clarified: must be single-plane with no vertical deviations, attached to lowest front point. · FA transmission rule clarified: transverse shafts prohibited except final drive and motorcycle gearbox in Formula 1000. · FA Swift 016 2.5 liter aero spec now references 2.3 liter notes instead of N notes. · STU BMW S52B32 minimum weight drops 90 lbs to 3110; max displacement cut to 3152 cc. · STU BMW S50B32 Euro classified at 3201 cc displacement, 3300 lbs minimum weight. · ST engine swap origin country requirement changes from North America to the United States for case-by-case approval. · STU Honda CRX (84-91) and Civic Del Sol (93-97) ineligible for front wheel drive weight reductions. · STU vehicles at or over 2950 lbs base weight may use 9 inch wide wheels instead of 8.0 inch maximum. · STU minimum weights reduced: 2450cc to 2596 lbs, 2500cc to 2635 lbs, 2550cc to 2675 lbs. · FA Pro Formula Mazda now allows street port or bridge port, previously porting was prohibited. · STU normally aspirated engines: minimum weights reduced up to 310 lbs; single throttle body weight reduction removed. · STL and STU Improved Touring vehicles must conform to 9.1.4 Tires & Wheels requirements. · STU normally aspirated engines: minimum weights reduced up to 310 lbs; single throttle body weight reduction removed. · STU Audi A4 1.8T minimum weight fixed at 3050 lbs, VF30 turbo with 35mm restrictor now required only. · STL and STU Improved Touring vehicles must conform to 9.1.4 Tires & Wheels requirements. · FA adds Honda K20Z3 2.0L engine spec at 1350 lbs minimum and Mazda MZR 2.0L spec at 1300 lbs minimum to Table 1. · STU engines may delete balance shafts and plug openings; alternate pulleys allowed for timing belt or chain operation only. · STU hood vents allowed to include louvers within 200 sq. inch area. · STL and STU piston engines clarified: intake manifold and cylinder head porting remains free. · STL Mazda Renesis flat plate restrictor increases from 55mm to 60mm. · STL Mazda RX-7 12A 79-85 clarifies carburetor, emissions, and water jacket modification rules. · STU adds Honda K23 with 2354cc displacement and minimum weight per chart, K24 block allowed with K23 internals and head. · STU Honda K23 internals rule relaxed to require only K23 crankshaft, allowing other internal modifications. · STL and STU piston engines clarified: intake manifold and cylinder head porting remains free. · FA Mazda MZR 2.0 spec line removes redundant '2.0' designation; Honda Civic K20Z3 spec line unchanged. · STL Spec MX-5 removes redundant specification line; no performance change. · FA Toyota 1800 moves from Table 1 to Table 2 (Spec Line Cars). · FA Swift 016 Mazda MZR/Ford Duratec wheel width specification clarified: front 10, rear 14 minimum and 15 maximum. · FA rule wording clarified: Table 1 for purpose-built and ex-pro cars, Table 2 for spec line cars with exceptions noted. · FA Mazda MZR/Ford Duratec 2296cc and 2500cc moved from Table 1 to Table 2. · FA Mazda MZR 2.0 and Honda Civic K20Z3 remove sequential designation from 5-speed transmission spec. · STU fender flare wording clarified: exterior contour of any wheel opening may not change opening size, location or shape from side view. · STU Mazda 12A Bridge Port Miata weight reduced from 2550 lbs to 2350 lbs. · FA Mazda MZR 2.0 limited to Ralt RT40, RT41, Swift 008, 014 chassis; Honda Civic K20Z3 removes Swift 016 chassis. · STL Volkswagen 2.0L TFSI 1984cc classified with turbocharger removal required, meeting all other STL specs. · FA Swift 016 2.3 liter engine name corrected to Mazda MZR/Ford Duratec. · FA Swift 016 2.5 liter engine name corrected to Mazda MZR/Ford Duratec. · FA removes four spec lines and replaces Ford Duratec/Mazda MZR with Honda B16 at 1615cc, 1175 lbs minimum. · STL Pontiac Solstice/Saturn Sky allowed 4" ride height. · STL Mazda B5 DOHC added to classification with standard STL regulations. · STL Honda B16A JDM restrictor reduced from 54mm to 53mm. · STU fender flare rules clarified: maximum 2 inches, must cover tire contact patch from above, cannot alter body configuration or wheel opening geometry. · FA Spec Line C loses 25 lbs to 1175; Line I loses 75 lbs to 1175; Line K gains 15 lbs to 1175. · FA purpose built and ex-Pro Atlantic cars lose 25 lb sequential transmission penalty wording. · FA Ligier JS F3 car name corrected in FR Americas spec line. · FA Ford Duratec/Mazda MZR 2500 spec line D wording cleanup: 4-valve becomes 4 valves per cylinder. · FA Honda Civic K20Z3 intake manifold and throttle body assembly now allows AT Power Direct-To-Head 45mm individual throttle bodies as alternative to HPD parts. · ST oil coolers and filters now explicitly allowed to be added or substituted; wording clarifies existing permissions. · STU Honda S2000 allows F20/F22 K24 crankshaft with chart weight for achieved displacement. · ST oil coolers and filters now explicitly allowed to be added or substituted; wording clarifies existing permissions. · FA Ford Duratec/Mazda MZR intake restrictor reduced from 32mm to 30mm SIR; Swift 016 2.5 Mazda restrictor reduced from 35mm to 33mm SIR. · FA Toyota 4A-GE engines cleaned up, spec lines A and B engine designations corrected. · FA Ford BD Series max displacement increases from 1600 to 1615 cc, minimum weight stays 1200 lbs. · FA Ford Duratec/Mazda MZR and Honda B16 both now 1615cc max displacement; Honda B16 removes NA requirement. · FA Pro Formula Mazda engine specs moved from Table 1 to Table 2 notes; Renesis Rotary details consolidated. · FA F3 Americas spec line updated effective 2021-03-01; specific changes not legible in provided text. · STL GM Ecotec engines now permit any combination within the family, must use 55mm flat plate restrictor. · STL/STU 90-05 Mazda Miata gains approval for Mazda Motorsports Development alternate front wheel hubs. · STL/STU 90-05 Mazda Miata gains approval for Mazda Motorsports Development alternate front wheel hubs. · ST cars may relocate ABS actuation hardware and wiring anywhere in engine compartment. · STL rear wing trailing edge, including end plates and gurney flap, maximum rearward mounting clarified to center of rearmost bodywork. · STL allows OEM gear sets from same manufacturer transmissions with input shaft modifications for fitment. · ST cars may relocate ABS actuation hardware and wiring anywhere in engine compartment. · STU Porsche PDK automatic transmission limited to 8 forward speeds instead of torque converter restriction. · STU Mazda 13B Street Port 2400 removes choke location restriction, allows auto-type 2bbl with dual-Y manifold. · STU driveshaft and half-shaft materials change from OEM-type to steel or aluminum. · Formula Lites Crawford FL15 newly classified in FA. · STL RWD strut suspension weight penalty cut to 0.5%, other RWD cut to 2.5%. · STL Honda F20C loses 2% weight penalty, minimum weight reduced by approximately 35 lbs. · STL Honda B16/B17/B18C1 restrictor tightened to 53mm; B18C variants and Mazda MZR to 52mm. · STU Mazda 13B Street Port classified at 2400 lbs minimum weight, replacing peripheral and bridge port variants. · ST aero devices and reference areas now include end plates but exclude fasteners protruding over 1/2 inch. · ST aero devices and reference areas now include end plates but exclude fasteners protruding over 1/2 inch. · STU fender flare rules reworded: up to 2" per corner allowed with 1% weight penalty total. · STL and STU clarify weight adjustment calculation order: engine adjustments first, then chassis adjustments. · STL and STU rear wing rules clarify that wicker is a Gurney flap; no performance change. · STL and STU clarify weight adjustment calculation order: engine adjustments first, then chassis adjustments. · STL and STU rear wing rules clarify that wicker is a Gurney flap; no performance change. · FA stock engines not given weight adjustment; modified engines now allowed in class. · GT3 and STU add Borg-Warner EFR6258 to approved turbocharger list. · STU request for alternate intake manifold denied; no rule change issued. · GT3 and STU add Borg-Warner EFR6258 to approved turbocharger list. · STU large displacement turbo engines limited by GCR turbo list; non-turbo trim suggested as more competitive. · STU sequential shifters referred to Board of Directors for approval; no change implemented yet. · FA engine modifications wording clarified: bore/crankshaft/stroke/flywheel unrestricted if displacement limit met, distributor/transistor ignition allowed without engine modification, compression ratio increasable by machining/gasket chang… · FA transmission rules clarified: no more than five forward speeds and operational reverse gear unless Table 2 notes otherwise. · FA Swift 016 Mazda Duratec Gurney flap wording clarified; terminology and mounting rules unchanged. · STL adds 2016-2019 Mazda MX-5 Global Cup at 2000cc, 2450-2550 lbs minimum weight. · STL Mazda MX-5 Club Model 06-15 allows Mazda header part number 0000-06-5407-NC. · STL Honda/Acura B18 non-C gets 54mm restrictor; B18C variants drop B18C1, get 53mm restrictor. · STU Mazda 13B Bridge Port and Street Port engines added with 2550 and 2250 lbs minimum weights respectively. · FA Volkswagen 1835cc SOHC removed from Table 1. · FA engine rules clarified: blocks and heads must be OEM unless Tables note exceptions. · STL Honda B18 restrictor reduced from 54mm to 53mm flat plate; B18C1 added with 54mm restrictor. · FA Formula 1000 motorcycle-based engine compression ratio raised to 14.5:1 from 13.5:1. · FA removes Ex-FSV front wheel width 6–8 inches and rear 8–10 inches provisions; all cars use front 10 inches, rear 14–15 inches. · FA Formula 3 engines now allowed through 2017, previously 2008, with 30mm restrictor required. · STU GM Ecotech LNF now allowed with turbo removed or with LE5 head and intake manifold, meeting STL specs. · STL Mazda MZR restrictor reduced from 54 mm to 53 mm. · STL Mazda MZR restrictor reduced from 55 mm to 53 mm. · STU Honda S2000 adds HKS Supercharger kits 12001-AH006 and 12001-AH010 as allowed. · STU Lotus Elise Cup R and SC models, plus Exige SC, gain 100–200 lbs minimum weight. · STU Volkswagen GTI/GLI MK5 and Jetta Mk4 may install turbo inlet restrictor in OEM turbo inlet housing. · STU Honda K20C1 Turbo I4 restrictor reduces from 36mm to 35mm. · STU GM Ecotech LNF now allowed with turbo removed or with LE5 head and intake manifold, meeting STL specs. · STU Porsche 944 now permits VW/Audi 1.8L and 2.0L turbo engines as alternates. · FA engine note clarification removes Table E reference, Pro Formula Mazda directed to Table 1. · STL Mazda Spec MX5 Challenge adds approved wheel part numbers 0000-04-5706-GM, 0000-04-5706-SL. · STU vehicles over 2951 lbs base weight may use 9 inch wide wheels, up from 2950 lbs. · STU turbocharged engines now use base weight instead of minimum weight, with 3% DI increase applied to base weight. · Formula 1000 motorcycle-based engine classified into FA, throttle bodies and ECUs unrestricted. · F1000 reclassified into FA with specification changes effective 2020-01-01. · FA Swift 016 2.3L Mazda Duratec restrictor reduced from 33mm to 31mm SIR, making it slower. · FA wheel dimension rules moved from Bodywork subsection to General section; no specification changes. · FA Mazda MZR 2.0 now limited to Ralt RT40, Ralt RT41, and Swift 014 chassis only. · STU cars with manual OEM throttle bodies may convert to OEM electronic throttle body of same inner diameter. · FA Honda Civic K20Z3 engines consolidated: three separate base/uprated specs removed, replaced with single unified 1350 lb minimum weight spec for Swift 014/016. · Mazda Spec MX-5 Challenge classified in STL with 2000cc displacement and 2500 lbs minimum weight. · FA Swift 014 Mazda MZR 2.0 piston minimum weight reduced from 320g to 280g. · STU wing assembly wording corrected: no part higher than roof height. · STU alternate intake manifolds now allowed case-by-case instead of prohibited. · STU Nissan SR20DET removes -2mm penalty in Table B. · STU alternate intake manifolds now allowed case-by-case instead of prohibited. · FA Line N minimum weight increases to 1375 lbs. · STL Acura/Honda B18 except C engine restrictor increases from 53mm to 54mm flat plate. · STU aftermarket side skirts must meet 3-inch ride height, no openings except jacks or side exhaust, no wider than fascias, not higher than door bottom, no chassis reinforcement. · STU fender flare wording clarified: each fender may be flared up to 2" for tire clearance with 1% weight penalty. · FA cars must install AIM part #X47KPFSOLO2R0 data box mount for Majors and Runoffs. · STL and STU ride height measurement clarified: without driver, at rocker panel lowest point, excluding pinch weld. · STL and STU ride height measurement clarified: without driver, at rocker panel lowest point, excluding pinch weld. · STU Mazda 13B Bridge Port may use ELITE ROTARY SHOP FD V2.0 intake manifold instead of stock. · STU Mazda MZR LF/L3/L5 may use Goodwin Part #61-2510 intake manifold with stock or Acura throttle body. · STU suspension rules clarified: alternate components from same manufacturer moved from section E to section D. · STU Honda/Acura B20 classified at 1973 cc, now permits VTEC B16 or B18 cylinder head and intake manifold. · STU flared fenders up to 2" with 1% weight penalty moved from base to Advanced Aero rules. · TCA Honda Civic Si (2017-) must run 37mm TIR maximum as of June 1, 2019. · STU BMW S54B32 OEM reclassified from E46 designation, 3246 cc, 3300 lbs minimum weight. · FA Formula 3 car sequential gearbox weight penalty of 25 lbs removed; minimum weight now 1215 lbs. · STL adds VW 1.8L R4 20VT 1781cc, 1 minimum weight, turbo removed permitted. · STL Mazda Renesis minimum weight reduced from 2800 to 2700 lbs. · STL Mazda MX-5 Cup brake pad compound changed to open. · STL adds Acura/Honda B18C1 GSR with 54mm flat plate restrictor and port matching limited to 1 inch. · STL Mazda 12 and 13B now permit port matching; previous ban removed. · Honda Civic Si 2017- classified STU at 1500cc, 2800 lbs minimum with OEM engine and bodywork. · STU BMW E46 S54 OEM 3246cc added at 3300 lbs minimum weight, no Super Touring allowances. · STU Mazda 13B and 13B Bridge Port may use RE or REW housings and intake with turbo removed. · STU Honda K24 may use intake part #s 17100-RRB-A00 or 17100-PRB-A10. · STU Mazda 12A Bridge Port engine classified at 2550 lbs minimum weight with specified carburetor induction options. · STU World Challenge car weight calculation method removed; new basis unclear from text provided. · STU AWD cars no longer required to reduce restrictor 1 mm from table. · STU rear wing maximum cord length set to 12 inches, end plates to 72.0 square inches each. · FA Swift 014-Mazda MZR 2.0 engine now requires OE block casting #LF95 and specific OE components instead of sealed Elite Engines sourcing. · FA Swift 016 Mazda Duratec 2.3L and 2.5L minimum weight increases from 1420 to 1450 lbs. · STL B18C Type R variants get 54mm flat plate restrictor; B17 also gets 54mm restrictor. · STL Mazda Miata removes maximum displacement limit and adjusts minimum weight. · STU Honda K20C1 Turbo I4 1996cc added at 3025 lbs minimum weight with 36mm TIR.showhide
FA BDA Displacement #33431wordingwordingFA BDA engine displacement specification line added to Table 1, effective 2023-01-01.
STL Spec MX5 in STL #33473wordingwordingSTL Spec MX5 clutch, wheels, and tyres specified: ACT 0000-02-5004-G6, 17x8 wheels, Toyo RR and RA1 235-40-17.
FA Reclassify 2010-2017 Formula Renault 2.0 as a spec line car in FA #33395cars addedfasterFormula Renault 2.0 (10-17) reclassified from FX to FA; weight reduced to 1280 lbs, restrictor removed.
FA Change Swift 016 2.3L restrictor size and minimum weight #33472induction -30 lbsfasterFA Swift 016 2.3L restrictor increases from 31mm to 32mm SIR; minimum weight drops 30 lbs to 1420.
FA Pro Formula Mazda Dimension E&O #33160wordingwordingPro Formula Mazda allows street or bridge port, unrestricted apex seals, 70mm throttle body, 99cm wing height max, 132cm bodywork width max.
STU Request Mazda 13 B turbo #32668cars addedcars addedSTU Mazda 13B Turbo classified, streetport only, stock turbos prohibited, alternatives allowed.
STU Hood Vents and Intercooler Scoops #32733aerofasterSTU OEM louver vents now exempt from vent count and 200 square inch allowance.
STU Non 4 valve weight reduction removed #32808enginefasterSTU 2400cc non-4-valve engines gain 9% base weight reduction; DI turbo prep limits removed.
STU Error in new minimum weight table when combined with other text #32711engineslowerSTU normally-aspirated 2976–3200 cc single-throttle engines lose 10% base engine weight reduction.
STU Redundant Language in May GCR #32713wordingwordingST redundant language removed from balance shaft and pulley modification rules.
FA Update FR Americas rulebook requirement #32491wordingwordingFA Ligier JS F3 must comply with Formula Regional Americas rules instead of FIA Formula 3 Regional Technical Regulations.
FA Clarify verification of sealed engine compliance #32522wordingwordingFA sealed engines must undergo full inspection; competitor pays reassembly and resealing costs.
FA Clarify Formula Lites and FR Americas sealed engine requirement #32523wordingwordingFA Formula Lites FL15 and FR Americas Ligier JS F3 engine sealing requirements clarified to reference respective series technical regulations.
STU Opposed to the Proposed STU Weight Chart #32381wordingwordingSTU cars that qualified for 9 inch wheels in 2021 may continue through 2022 only.
STU Clarification request for GCR 9.1.4.D.3.a Splitter Definition #32414wordingwordingSTU splitter definition clarified: must be single-plane with no vertical deviations, attached to lowest front point.
FA E&O FA Transmission section #32251wordingwordingFA transmission rule clarified: transverse shafts prohibited except final drive and motorcycle gearbox in Formula 1000.
FA E&O Swift 016 2.5 liter Aero column #32363wordingunclearFA Swift 016 2.5 liter aero spec now references 2.3 liter notes instead of N notes.
STU Request Adjustment to Min Weight for STU BMW E36 M3 (95-99) #31535weight -90 lbsfasterSTU BMW S52B32 minimum weight drops 90 lbs to 3110; max displacement cut to 3152 cc.
STU BMW E36 M3 Canadian (North American) S50B32 engine #31866cars addedcars addedSTU BMW S50B32 Euro classified at 3201 cc displacement, 3300 lbs minimum weight.
STU Engine Swap Origin Country #32209wordingwordingST engine swap origin country requirement changes from North America to the United States for case-by-case approval.
STU CRX/Civic Del Sol #32214weightslowerSTU Honda CRX (84-91) and Civic Del Sol (93-97) ineligible for front wheel drive weight reductions.
STU Error correction #32383tyres & wheelsfasterSTU vehicles at or over 2950 lbs base weight may use 9 inch wide wheels instead of 8.0 inch maximum.
STU Single TB Weight Modifiers Add to Chart #32393weightfasterSTU minimum weights reduced: 2450cc to 2596 lbs, 2500cc to 2635 lbs, 2550cc to 2675 lbs.
FA Closing the Gap #31934inductionfasterFA Pro Formula Mazda now allows street port or bridge port, previously porting was prohibited.
STL Single TB Weight Modifiers #31449weightfasterSTU normally aspirated engines: minimum weights reduced up to 310 lbs; single throttle body weight reduction removed.
STL Improved Touring Tires #32063tyres & wheelstyres & wheelsSTL and STU Improved Touring vehicles must conform to 9.1.4 Tires & Wheels requirements.
STU Single TB Weight Modifiers #31449weightfasterSTU normally aspirated engines: minimum weights reduced up to 310 lbs; single throttle body weight reduction removed.
STU Request to Remove A4 1.8t from STU Spec Line Tables #31465weightslowerSTU Audi A4 1.8T minimum weight fixed at 3050 lbs, VF30 turbo with 35mm restrictor now required only.
STU Improved Touring Tires #32063tyres & wheelstyres & wheelsSTL and STU Improved Touring vehicles must conform to 9.1.4 Tires & Wheels requirements.
FA Reorganize Tables 1 and 2 #31985cars addedcars addedFA adds Honda K20Z3 2.0L engine spec at 1350 lbs minimum and Mazda MZR 2.0L spec at 1300 lbs minimum to Table 1.
STU Request Allowance for Balance Shaft Delete in STU #31434enginefasterSTU engines may delete balance shafts and plug openings; alternate pulleys allowed for timing belt or chain operation only.
STU Request Louvers in hood vents #31916aeroaeroSTU hood vents allowed to include louvers within 200 sq. inch area.
STL Throttling Device Clarification #31323wordingwordingSTL and STU piston engines clarified: intake manifold and cylinder head porting remains free.
STL Mazda Renesis Restriction #31467inductionfasterSTL Mazda Renesis flat plate restrictor increases from 55mm to 60mm.
STL Clarification of 79-85 RX7 Spec line #31621wordingwordingSTL Mazda RX-7 12A 79-85 clarifies carburetor, emissions, and water jacket modification rules.
STU Request to Add Honda K23 Spec Line #30682cars addedcars addedSTU adds Honda K23 with 2354cc displacement and minimum weight per chart, K24 block allowed with K23 internals and head.
STU RE: Aug FT letter 30682 #31060enginefasterSTU Honda K23 internals rule relaxed to require only K23 crankshaft, allowing other internal modifications.
STU Throttling Device Clarification #31323wordingwordingSTL and STU piston engines clarified: intake manifold and cylinder head porting remains free.
FA E&O Table 2 engine names #31085wordingwordingFA Mazda MZR 2.0 spec line removes redundant '2.0' designation; Honda Civic K20Z3 spec line unchanged.
STL Request to clean up Spec MX-5 Redundancy #31069wordingwordingSTL Spec MX-5 removes redundant specification line; no performance change.
FA Move Toyota 1800 to Table 2 #30822cars addedcars addedFA Toyota 1800 moves from Table 1 to Table 2 (Spec Line Cars).
FA E&O Swift 016 wheel width reference #30939wordingwordingFA Swift 016 Mazda MZR/Ford Duratec wheel width specification clarified: front 10, rear 14 minimum and 15 maximum.
FA Update FA rules package #30717wordingwordingFA rule wording clarified: Table 1 for purpose-built and ex-pro cars, Table 2 for spec line cars with exceptions noted.
FA Move Mazda MZR/Ford Duratec 2296cc and 2500cc to Table 2 #30718wordingwordingFA Mazda MZR/Ford Duratec 2296cc and 2500cc moved from Table 1 to Table 2.
FA Clean up Table 2 Mazda MZR 2.0L and Honda Civic K20Z3 spec lines #30719wordingwordingFA Mazda MZR 2.0 and Honda Civic K20Z3 remove sequential designation from 5-speed transmission spec.
STU STU Fender flares #30696wordingwordingSTU fender flare wording clarified: exterior contour of any wheel opening may not change opening size, location or shape from side view.
STU Request weight reduction for 12A bridgeport motor in Miata #30751weight -200 lbsfasterSTU Mazda 12A Bridge Port Miata weight reduced from 2550 lbs to 2350 lbs.
FA E&O Mazda MZR 2.0 and Honda Civic K20Z3 chassis eligibility #30632wordingwordingFA Mazda MZR 2.0 limited to Ralt RT40, RT41, Swift 008, 014 chassis; Honda Civic K20Z3 removes Swift 016 chassis.
STL VW Engine Request #30625engineslowerSTL Volkswagen 2.0L TFSI 1984cc classified with turbocharger removal required, meeting all other STL specs.
FA Correct engine name in Swift 016 2.3 liter spec line #30447wordingwordingFA Swift 016 2.3 liter engine name corrected to Mazda MZR/Ford Duratec.
FA Correct engine name in Swift 016 2.5 liter spec line #30448wordingwordingFA Swift 016 2.5 liter engine name corrected to Mazda MZR/Ford Duratec.
FA Revise Table 1 Spec Lines and clarify application of Engine Notes #30456cars addedunclearFA removes four spec lines and replaces Ford Duratec/Mazda MZR with Honda B16 at 1615cc, 1175 lbs minimum.
STL Request Mazda B5 DOHC #30420cars addedcars addedSTL Mazda B5 DOHC added to classification with standard STL regulations.
STL Honda B16A (JDM) Restrictor change #30531inductionslowerSTL Honda B16A JDM restrictor reduced from 54mm to 53mm.
STU Request for Fender Flare Clarification #30375wordingwordingSTU fender flare rules clarified: maximum 2 inches, must cover tire contact patch from above, cannot alter body configuration or wheel opening geometry.
FA Update Table 1 Weights for Spec Lines C, I, and K #30355weight -25 lbsfasterFA Spec Line C loses 25 lbs to 1175; Line I loses 75 lbs to 1175; Line K gains 15 lbs to 1175.
FA Remove redundant reference in Table 2 spec line #30366wordingfasterFA purpose built and ex-Pro Atlantic cars lose 25 lb sequential transmission penalty wording.
FA Correct the name of the FR Americas car #30369wordingwordingFA Ligier JS F3 car name corrected in FR Americas spec line.
FA Clean up Spec Line D in Table 1 #30372wordingwordingFA Ford Duratec/Mazda MZR 2500 spec line D wording cleanup: 4-valve becomes 4 valves per cylinder.
FA Table 2 Honda K20Z3 request #30386inductionfasterFA Honda Civic K20Z3 intake manifold and throttle body assembly now allows AT Power Direct-To-Head 45mm individual throttle bodies as alternative to HPD parts.
STL ST Oil Coolers E&O Correction to 9.1.4.2.H #30388wordingwordingST oil coolers and filters now explicitly allowed to be added or substituted; wording clarifies existing permissions.
STU Provision for Interchangeable Engine Components Already Allowed #30342engineunclearSTU Honda S2000 allows F20/F22 K24 crankshaft with chart weight for achieved displacement.
STU ST Oil Coolers E&O Correction to 9.1.4.2.H #30388wordingwordingST oil coolers and filters now explicitly allowed to be added or substituted; wording clarifies existing permissions.
FA E&O FA Intake Restrictors #30273inductionslowerFA Ford Duratec/Mazda MZR intake restrictor reduced from 32mm to 30mm SIR; Swift 016 2.5 Mazda restrictor reduced from 35mm to 33mm SIR.
FA Clean up Spec Lines A and B in Table 1 #30274wordingwordingFA Toyota 4A-GE engines cleaned up, spec lines A and B engine designations corrected.
FA Clean up Spec Line C in Table 1 #30275enginefasterFA Ford BD Series max displacement increases from 1600 to 1615 cc, minimum weight stays 1200 lbs.
FA Clean up Spec Lines J and L in Table 1 #30276wordingwordingFA Ford Duratec/Mazda MZR and Honda B16 both now 1615cc max displacement; Honda B16 removes NA requirement.
FA Move engine specifications to Pro Formula Mazda spec line notes #30278wordingwordingFA Pro Formula Mazda engine specs moved from Table 1 to Table 2 notes; Renesis Rotary details consolidated.
FA Update F3 Americas spec line #30280wordingunclearFA F3 Americas spec line updated effective 2021-03-01; specific changes not legible in provided text.
STL GM Ecotec engines in STL #30247wordingwordingSTL GM Ecotec engines now permit any combination within the family, must use 55mm flat plate restrictor.
STL Super Touring Alternate Miata Hubs #30345wordingwordingSTL/STU 90-05 Mazda Miata gains approval for Mazda Motorsports Development alternate front wheel hubs.
STU Super Touring Alternate Miata Hubs #30345wordingwordingSTL/STU 90-05 Mazda Miata gains approval for Mazda Motorsports Development alternate front wheel hubs.
STL Brake Component Relocation #29990wordingwordingST cars may relocate ABS actuation hardware and wiring anywhere in engine compartment.
STL Super Touring Wing Clarification #30111aeroaeroSTL rear wing trailing edge, including end plates and gurney flap, maximum rearward mounting clarified to center of rearmost bodywork.
STL Transmission Options #30118wordingwordingSTL allows OEM gear sets from same manufacturer transmissions with input shaft modifications for fitment.
STU Brake Component Relocation #29990wordingwordingST cars may relocate ABS actuation hardware and wiring anywhere in engine compartment.
STU Porsche PDK #30081wordingwordingSTU Porsche PDK automatic transmission limited to 8 forward speeds instead of torque converter restriction.
STU Reference Letter #29333 Proposed STU 13B Spec Line Changes #30086inductionfasterSTU Mazda 13B Street Port 2400 removes choke location restriction, allows auto-type 2bbl with dual-Y manifold.
STU Drive Shaft Request #30087wordingwordingSTU driveshaft and half-shaft materials change from OEM-type to steel or aluminum.
FA Request to classify Formula Lites Crawford FL15 #29702cars addedcars addedFormula Lites Crawford FL15 newly classified in FA.
STL Request for FWD and RWD Parity #29728weightfasterSTL RWD strut suspension weight penalty cut to 0.5%, other RWD cut to 2.5%.
STL Request to Remove Honda F20C 2% Weight Penalty #29815weightfasterSTL Honda F20C loses 2% weight penalty, minimum weight reduced by approximately 35 lbs.
STL Request for FWD and RWD Parity #30023inductionslowerSTL Honda B16/B17/B18C1 restrictor tightened to 53mm; B18C variants and Mazda MZR to 52mm.
STU 13B Rules Adjustment #29333cars addedslowerSTU Mazda 13B Street Port classified at 2400 lbs minimum weight, replacing peripheral and bridge port variants.
STL Request clarification on wing measurement #29640aeroaeroST aero devices and reference areas now include end plates but exclude fasteners protruding over 1/2 inch.
STU Request clarification on wing measurement #29640aeroaeroST aero devices and reference areas now include end plates but exclude fasteners protruding over 1/2 inch.
STU Request for Advanced Aero Rule Wording Clarification. #29124wordingwordingSTU fender flare rules reworded: up to 2" per corner allowed with 1% weight penalty total.
STL Minimum Weight Determination #27695wordingwordingSTL and STU clarify weight adjustment calculation order: engine adjustments first, then chassis adjustments.
STL ST Gurney flap Wicker clarification #29012wordingwordingSTL and STU rear wing rules clarify that wicker is a Gurney flap; no performance change.
STU Minimum Weight Determination #27695wordingwordingSTL and STU clarify weight adjustment calculation order: engine adjustments first, then chassis adjustments.
STU ST Gurney flap Wicker clarification #29012wordingwordingSTL and STU rear wing rules clarify that wicker is a Gurney flap; no performance change.
FA Request to Adjust FB Weight for Stock Engines #29005wordingwordingFA stock engines not given weight adjustment; modified engines now allowed in class.
STL Request for Addition to GT3 Approved Turbo List #27576wordingwordingGT3 and STU add Borg-Warner EFR6258 to approved turbocharger list.
STU Request for Alternate Intake Manifold #26514wordingwordingSTU request for alternate intake manifold denied; no rule change issued.
STU Request for Addition to GT3 Approved Turbo List #27576wordingwordingGT3 and STU add Borg-Warner EFR6258 to approved turbocharger list.
STU Request BoP for my Car #29004wordingwordingSTU large displacement turbo engines limited by GCR turbo list; non-turbo trim suggested as more competitive.
STU Sequential Shifters in STU #29031wordingwordingSTU sequential shifters referred to Board of Directors for approval; no change implemented yet.
FA E&O permitted engine modifications #28831wordingwordingFA engine modifications wording clarified: bore/crankshaft/stroke/flywheel unrestricted if displacement limit met, distributor/transistor ignition allowed without engine modification, compression ratio increasable by machining/gasket chang…
FA E&O Transmissions #28832wordingwordingFA transmission rules clarified: no more than five forward speeds and operational reverse gear unless Table 2 notes otherwise.
FA Swift 016 Gurney flap wicker clarification #28884wordingwordingFA Swift 016 Mazda Duratec Gurney flap wording clarified; terminology and mounting rules unchanged.
STL Request to add 2016-2019 GMX-5 Spec line #28604cars addedcars addedSTL adds 2016-2019 Mazda MX-5 Global Cup at 2000cc, 2450-2550 lbs minimum weight.
STL Request to update PN for MX-5 #28622wordingunclearSTL Mazda MX-5 Club Model 06-15 allows Mazda header part number 0000-06-5407-NC.
STL Correction - Clarification Honda/Acura B18B engine Letter # 26209 #28873inductionunclearSTL Honda/Acura B18 non-C gets 54mm restrictor; B18C variants drop B18C1, get 53mm restrictor.
STU Rotary Help #27833cars addedcars addedSTU Mazda 13B Bridge Port and Street Port engines added with 2550 and 2250 lbs minimum weights respectively.
FA Remove redundant spec line in Table 1 #28720removedremovedFA Volkswagen 1835cc SOHC removed from Table 1.
FA E&O general engine rules #28772wordingwordingFA engine rules clarified: blocks and heads must be OEM unless Tables note exceptions.
STL STL Honda B18 restrictor changes #28794inductionfasterSTL Honda B18 restrictor reduced from 54mm to 53mm flat plate; B18C1 added with 54mm restrictor.
FA Request higher compression ratio and prior weights for F1000 cars #28162enginefasterFA Formula 1000 motorcycle-based engine compression ratio raised to 14.5:1 from 13.5:1.
FA Remove redundant wheel dimension provisions #28554wordingwordingFA removes Ex-FSV front wheel width 6–8 inches and rear 8–10 inches provisions; all cars use front 10 inches, rear 14–15 inches.
FA E&O Formula 3 spec line #28596enginefasterFA Formula 3 engines now allowed through 2017, previously 2008, with 30mm restrictor required.
STL Change GM LNF 2.0 Allowance to LSJ Engine for Viable STL 2.0 #27884engineslowerSTU GM Ecotech LNF now allowed with turbo removed or with LE5 head and intake manifold, meeting STL specs.
STL Acura/Honda B18C engine chart. Reduce the current 54 mm flat plat #28663inductionslowerSTL Mazda MZR restrictor reduced from 54 mm to 53 mm.
STL Mazda MZR engine chart. Reduce the current 55 mm flat plate to 53 #28664inductionslowerSTL Mazda MZR restrictor reduced from 55 mm to 53 mm.
STU Request to approve Honda S2000 HKS supercharger #27281enginefasterSTU Honda S2000 adds HKS Supercharger kits 12001-AH006 and 12001-AH010 as allowed.
STU Request BoP on the Lotus #27637weight +100 lbsslowerSTU Lotus Elise Cup R and SC models, plus Exige SC, gain 100–200 lbs minimum weight.
STU Turbo Inlet Restrictor On MK5 Volkswagen #27704inductionslowerSTU Volkswagen GTI/GLI MK5 and Jetta Mk4 may install turbo inlet restrictor in OEM turbo inlet housing.
STU Honda K20C1 removal #27732inductionslowerSTU Honda K20C1 Turbo I4 restrictor reduces from 36mm to 35mm.
STU Change GM LNF 2.0 Allowance to LSJ Engine for Viable STL 2.0 #27884engineslowerSTU GM Ecotech LNF now allowed with turbo removed or with LE5 head and intake manifold, meeting STL specs.
STU Alternate Engine for Porsche 944 #28259engineunclearSTU Porsche 944 now permits VW/Audi 1.8L and 2.0L turbo engines as alternates.
FA FA weight correction/clarification #28430wordingwordingFA engine note clarification removes Table E reference, Pro Formula Mazda directed to Table 1.
STL Request to add wheel part numbers #28342wordingwordingSTL Mazda Spec MX5 Challenge adds approved wheel part numbers 0000-04-5706-GM, 0000-04-5706-SL.
STU Please Modify the STU Wheel Size Rule for Clarity #27694weightfasterSTU vehicles over 2951 lbs base weight may use 9 inch wide wheels, up from 2950 lbs.
STU Turbo Engine Cars Base Weight #28032wordingwordingSTU turbocharged engines now use base weight instead of minimum weight, with 3% DI increase applied to base weight.
FA Request to merge FB into FA #25611cars addedfasterFormula 1000 motorcycle-based engine classified into FA, throttle bodies and ECUs unrestricted.
FA Suggestions for FB/F1000 into FA #27319cars addedunclearF1000 reclassified into FA with specification changes effective 2020-01-01.
FA Change Swift 016 - 2.3 liter Mazda Duratec restrictor size #27880inductionslowerFA Swift 016 2.3L Mazda Duratec restrictor reduced from 33mm to 31mm SIR, making it slower.
FA Move wheel dimensions from Bodywork subsection to #27493wordingwordingFA wheel dimension rules moved from Bodywork subsection to General section; no specification changes.
FA Table 2 Mazda MZR 2.0 E&O #27640wordingwordingFA Mazda MZR 2.0 now limited to Ralt RT40, Ralt RT41, and Swift 014 chassis only.
STU Request for an electronic throttle body #27342wordingwordingSTU cars with manual OEM throttle bodies may convert to OEM electronic throttle body of same inner diameter.
FA Follow up to Letter #27344 on Honda Powered FA Rules #27363wordingwordingFA Honda Civic K20Z3 engines consolidated: three separate base/uprated specs removed, replaced with single unified 1350 lb minimum weight spec for Swift 014/016.
STL Request to Classify Spec MX-5 Challenge in STL #27399cars addedcars addedMazda Spec MX-5 Challenge classified in STL with 2000cc displacement and 2500 lbs minimum weight.
FA Swift 014 Mazda MZR 2.0 E&O #27305enginefasterFA Swift 014 Mazda MZR 2.0 piston minimum weight reduced from 320g to 280g.
STU Request to correct E&O advanced aerodynamics #27290wordingwordingSTU wing assembly wording corrected: no part higher than roof height.
STL Request clarification for manifold and throttle in STU #27004inductionfasterSTU alternate intake manifolds now allowed case-by-case instead of prohibited.
STU Remove -2mm penalty from SR20DET Nissan #26982enginefasterSTU Nissan SR20DET removes -2mm penalty in Table B.
STU Request clarification for manifold and throttle in STU #27004inductionfasterSTU alternate intake manifolds now allowed case-by-case instead of prohibited.
FA Adjust Line N restrictor size and minimum weight #26691weight +30 lbsslowerFA Line N minimum weight increases to 1375 lbs.
STL Request Restrictor Plate correction #26779inductionfasterSTL Acura/Honda B18 except C engine restrictor increases from 53mm to 54mm flat plate.
STU Request to clarify afterrmarket side skirts exhaust exit #26814wordingwordingSTU aftermarket side skirts must meet 3-inch ride height, no openings except jacks or side exhaust, no wider than fascias, not higher than door bottom, no chassis reinforcement.
STU Wheel Flare wording #26872wordingwordingSTU fender flare wording clarified: each fender may be flared up to 2" for tire clearance with 1% weight penalty.
FA Add data plate requirement #26707wordingwordingFA cars must install AIM part #X47KPFSOLO2R0 data box mount for Majors and Runoffs.
STL Request Ride Height Clarification #26597wordingwordingSTL and STU ride height measurement clarified: without driver, at rocker panel lowest point, excluding pinch weld.
STU Request Ride Height Clarification #26597wordingwordingSTL and STU ride height measurement clarified: without driver, at rocker panel lowest point, excluding pinch weld.
STU Request to Use Japanese Mazda 13b Intake Manifold #25790inductionfasterSTU Mazda 13B Bridge Port may use ELITE ROTARY SHOP FD V2.0 intake manifold instead of stock.
STU Request Alternate Intake for Mazda MZR In a Rear Wheel Drive App. #26352inductionunclearSTU Mazda MZR LF/L3/L5 may use Goodwin Part #61-2510 intake manifold with stock or Acura throttle body.
STU E&O Suspension #26424wordingwordingSTU suspension rules clarified: alternate components from same manufacturer moved from section E to section D.
STU Revisit B20 VTEC #26530enginefasterSTU Honda/Acura B20 classified at 1973 cc, now permits VTEC B16 or B18 cylinder head and intake manifold.
STU Move Flared Fenders to STU Advanced Aero #26564aeroaeroSTU flared fenders up to 2" with 1% weight penalty moved from base to Advanced Aero rules.
STU TCA Civic SI E&O #26606tyres & wheelsslowerTCA Honda Civic Si (2017-) must run 37mm TIR maximum as of June 1, 2019.
STU S54 Spec line #26620wordingwordingSTU BMW S54B32 OEM reclassified from E46 designation, 3246 cc, 3300 lbs minimum weight.
FA Request to add FA engine spec lines #26183weightfasterFA Formula 3 car sequential gearbox weight penalty of 25 lbs removed; minimum weight now 1215 lbs.
STL Request to reduce weight of RX8 with Renesis rotary #25781weight -100 lbsfasterSTL Mazda Renesis minimum weight reduced from 2800 to 2700 lbs.
STL Request for Open Brake Pads On Mazda MX-5 Cup NC #25821wordingwordingSTL Mazda MX-5 Cup brake pad compound changed to open.
STL Request to clarify B18C1 GSR Honda B motor table #26209cars addedcars addedSTL adds Acura/Honda B18C1 GSR with 54mm flat plate restrictor and port matching limited to 1 inch.
STL Port Matching #26415wordingfasterSTL Mazda 12 and 13B now permit port matching; previous ban removed.
STU Request to Class Assignment for 2017 Civic #24287cars addedcars addedHonda Civic Si 2017- classified STU at 1500cc, 2800 lbs minimum with OEM engine and bodywork.
STU Request to run E46 3246cc in STU #25126cars addedcars addedSTU BMW E46 S54 OEM 3246cc added at 3300 lbs minimum weight, no Super Touring allowances.
STU Engine Classification for Rotary #25564wordingunclearSTU Mazda 13B and 13B Bridge Port may use RE or REW housings and intake with turbo removed.
STU K24/K20 Head Swap Clarification/Amendment #25899wordingwordingSTU Honda K24 may use intake part #s 17100-RRB-A00 or 17100-PRB-A10.
STU Request to Classify 12a Bridge Ported Rotary Engine #25985cars addedcars addedSTU Mazda 12A Bridge Port engine classified at 2550 lbs minimum weight with specified carburetor induction options.
STU World Challenge Car Eligibility #26387wordingunclearSTU World Challenge car weight calculation method removed; new basis unclear from text provided.
STU Request a phone call for discussion regarding weight #26398inductionfasterSTU AWD cars no longer required to reduce restrictor 1 mm from table.
STU Advanced Aero E&O #26413aeroaeroSTU rear wing maximum cord length set to 12 inches, end plates to 72.0 square inches each.
FA FA MZR 2.0 Engine Specification #25814wordingwordingFA Swift 014-Mazda MZR 2.0 engine now requires OE block casting #LF95 and specific OE components instead of sealed Elite Engines sourcing.
FA FA 016 weight increase #26063weightslowerFA Swift 016 Mazda Duratec 2.3L and 2.5L minimum weight increases from 1420 to 1450 lbs.
STL Request to equalize FPR Reduction on all B-Series Vtec Engines #24746inductionslowerSTL B18C Type R variants get 54mm flat plate restrictor; B17 also gets 54mm restrictor.
STL Request E&O for Mazda Miata Spec Line #25955wordingunclearSTL Mazda Miata removes maximum displacement limit and adjusts minimum weight.
STU Request to Equalize Direct Injected Turbo Cars #24890cars addedcars addedSTU Honda K20C1 Turbo I4 1996cc added at 3025 lbs minimum weight with 36mm TIR.
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 STU" is the class's best as a share of STU'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 STU'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.