Autocross FAQ!!!

[Neutrino]

Who can participate?

Anyone, if your car runs and the wheels are not about to fall off you can enter. It does not matter how fast your car is, Ferrari to Corolla, they have a class for you


What do I need to enter?

You’ll need to show up early to sign up, schedules should be posted on your division’s website, pay the entry fee, usually $25 for everybody or $15 if you are an SCCA member.


Does my car have to be prepared?

No it just has to be safe, good brakes working seatbelts etc.


Are there any autocross events in my area?

Unless you live in the middle of the ocean chances are that you’ll find something close to you.
Go here to find the websites concerning your area…..they should be posting all the details you’ll need:
http://www.scca.org/Inside/Index.asp...gionalSites&~=


What do I need to bring?

Sun protection…….I cannot stress this enough!!!
Cooler with lots of drinks.
A sun umbrella would be nice.
Comfortable shoes and clothes.


What should I do the first time?

Go to someone that looks official and tell them you are a noobie….they will help you….everyone is very nice to you the first time….they’ll tell you everything you want to know.


How is the atmosphere?

Its amazing…there is no animosity, everyone helps, there is no trash talking, only cool people helping each other and sharing a passion.


Do they always use the same track layout for Solo2?/Do they use old track layouts that they've used before?

No! ocasionally they will re-use old layouts from nationals for a local event (as, not everyone is a national competitor) variety is what helps make solo2 so great.(Contributed by ac427cpe)


There are many classes in autocross here is a general breakdown of them:



Stock allows
Struts
Tires (including R compound)
Cat back exhaust
Any air filter using the stock airbox

Specific information on stock classes for each make and model(Contributed by ac427cpe)
Solo II Car Classes: Stock Category

Street Touring S (STS) allows
Struts
Springs
Spoilers/Body Kits
Tires up to 225 in width with treadwear minimum of 140
Wheels up to 7.5" in width
Cross drilled/slotted brakes, same size as stock
Front and Rear strut bar
Battery relocation
Intake (up to throttle body)
Emission legal headers
Short throw shifter

Street Touring X (STX) allows STS plus
Wheels up to 8"
Tires up to 245
Limited Slip Differential
High Flow Cat
Alternate Motor Mounts
Brake rotors and calipers are unrestricted

Street Prepared allows
Anything stock allows
Front and Rear strut bar
Up to 8 pt roll cage
Wheels are unrestricted
Springs
Battery relocation
Intake Manifold
Exhaust is free, must end behind driver
Limited Slip Differential
Intake/Exhaust port matching
Clutch

Specific information on street prepared classes for each make and model(Contributed by ac427cpe)
Solo II Car Classes: Street Prepared

Street Mod (SM) allows
Anything in STS and SP
Drivetrain is unrestricted other than engine must be from the same manufacturer
Suspension unrestricted
Brakes unrestricted
Removal of rear seats


Detailed information on how classes are determined(Contributed by ac427cpe)

Class info


This faq will be continuously updated…anyone willing to participate in it is more than welcome to….just PM me and I’ll include your info and your name along with it so you’ll receive due credit…..

[Import Guy]

what do you race on? is it off-road? how many cars go at a time?

[Neutrino]

Originally posted by Import Guy
what do you race on? is it off-road? how many cars go at a time?

you race in your own car....they have classes for any car......

the offroading version is called rallycross.....


and cars do go one at a time rally style.......you race against the clock

[Sleepr awd]

prizes winning? can you win? race against your own times or others?

[xyfalconsrock]

can u enter ur own custom chassis vehical that u made ur self?

[Neutrino]

Originally Posted by Elchicoloco86

prizes winning? can you win? race against your own times or others?

you race against the rest of the cars in your class. prizes are nothing big, ussually just a trophy

Originally Posted by xyfalconsrock

can u enter ur own custom chassis vehical that u made ur self?

i don't see why not as long as it passes safety inspection. i'm not sure what class you whould be in. Let me ask around.

[xyfalconsrock]

sweet.coz ive bin thinking bout it lately.I noe of one guy here in aus that runs a go-kart chassis car with a V6.i wanna get into it when im old enough or when i have the money to spend.

[Sleepr awd]

cool stuff then, what kind of racing harnesses would u suggest then , cuz i'm...kinda...really skinny and tend to slide a bit when i take sharp corners, i don't wanna hafta worry about staying in my chair and driving, and reacting all at the same time

[Neutrino]

Originally Posted by Elchicoloco86

cool stuff then, what kind of racing harnesses would u suggest then , cuz i'm...kinda...really skinny and tend to slide a bit when i take sharp corners, i don't wanna hafta worry about staying in my chair and driving, and reacting all at the same time

If you're not gonna use the regular seatbelt use at least a 5 point belt, with a 3 in webbing attached to a proper mouting point (behind your shoulders). Also with a race harness absolutelly make sure you have a roll bar!!!!

[Blahhhh]

What is the minimum age allowed

[ac427cpe]

minimum age changes in every region. some have fj cart insurance and allow children as young as 7 or 8 to compete. most regions have a minimum requirement of a driver's license though.

[Zeolite]

Just FYI

In the United Kingdom Autocross is held on temporary tracks created in stubble or grass fields. The cars compete for the best times and not for race placings although 2 or 4 cars can go off the line at once. It is a non-contact sport although with 4 cars on a narrow dirt track contact does happen. the cars are generally not road-legal with all lights and interiors stripped out. cars can vary from very basic saloons with minimum safety mods to properly designed and prepared racers. The events is a cheap way into motorsport with many drivers graduating to rally or rallycross which require much more commitment and finance.

Rallycross is a full race formula held on permanent tracks which combine tarmac and dirt or shale sections. The regulations are very stringent and the top cars are very highly developed race cars doing 0-60 in 3 secs.

There is no equivalent to US style Autocross or Solo in the UK which is a great pity. The closest is autotesting which is held in a very small space and uses 1st gear and reverse to flick and spin a car through a very tight course. Not a discipline I think many US cars would be good at I would like to see a Solo type event in the UK as I think it would bring in a new group of car enthusiasts to the motorsport community.