- General Rules -

1.                  This organization shall be known as MCSRA – MCS RACING ASSOCIATION. Any use of the MCSRA logo must be approved for in writing.

2.                  All drivers must be MCSRA members, (see Membership Application)

3.                  All race teams and vehicles must be MCSRA registered.  Upon registration you will be awarded a car number, and make, and will receive MCSRA memorabilia.

4.                  Engine - After completion of MCSRA registration, and collection & documentation of sponsor money, a stock electric motor will be ordered for your car.

5.                  Battery System – We will be using a 1400 series rechargeable battery in the vehicles.  Batteries must be taped together to prevent separation.  It is recommended that they are available for easy access, and zipper-tied to the left side of the vehicle.

6.                  Differential – All cars in competition must use a differential.  Possible differential designs will be discussed during the next few weeks.

7.                  Drive train – All cars in competition must use a gear driven spur gear on a differential axle. All vehicles must be 2-wheel drive only. Rear axle size will not exceed 1/4” diameter.

8.                  Tires – Front and rear tires will be of foam material, mounted on 1/10 scale rims.

9.                  Body – All cars must resemble 1:10 scaled street stock, and can be fabricated or purchased.  It is the driver’s responsibility to purchase or fabricate the body.  The body must be securely fastened for competition.  All bodies must be painted.  Graphics and or pinstriping must be applied, per sponsor requests.  Car numbers must be clearly visible on both side doors of the car at a min. size of 1.75” high.  Roof numbers must be on the car at a min. size of 2.5” high. Major sponsors must be located on the rear quarter panels of the car. Other sponsorship will be applied to the hood and trunk lids of the car.  Minor sponsorship will be applied to the fender areas behind the front tires. Each car must show manufacturer names and or logos on the front and rear ground spoilers. The body cannot be altered in any other way, except to include a .75” rear trunk lid spoiler for down force.

10.             Sponsorship – All drivers are required to have sponsorship documented in their MCSRA Membership Application.  Sponsorship can be added to the application at anytime.  Sponsorship names and or logo’s must be located on both sides of the car and be no larger than 1.25” x 5” in size.

11.             Frame – The pan frame is to be constructed in a flat plate design.  Material such as carbon fiber, lexan, or aluminum can be used in your design.  The frame must include mounting of front and rear axle, location of motor, location of radio control devices, and mounting areas for the body.  All frame joints must be machine bolted.  The frame must represent a 1/10 scale pan-style car. The frame must be painted and/or polished. The front, rear & sides of the frame must have replaceable foam protection.

12.             Front Suspension – The front geometry must include steering and suspension.  The front suspension may be made of lexan, plastic, or aluminum. Aftermarket parts may be used if you desire, but will increase the cost of your car.  Steering is accomplished by using (1) S3003 servo. It is recommended that you purchase a servo saver to attach to your steering servo.  Springs may be used but shocks will not be used in the front suspension.

13.             Rear Suspension – The rear geometry must include a mounting pod for the motor and rear axle.  Rear axle size shall not exceed .25”, and must have bearings in the motor pod.  Springs and or shocks can be used in the rear suspension.

14.             Specifications – The following specifications must be followed:

a.         Frame length –                      min 16”   max 20”

b.         Wheelbase –                         min 10”   max 11”

                                    c.         Ground clearance -               min .25”     max .5”

d.                  Width (outsides of tires) -     min 7.25”   max 8.25”

Maximum Height will not exceed 5.5”

15.             Radio – Supplied radio’s will be used in competition, drivers may purchase the specified radio.

16.             Receiver, Servo & Speed Control –The receiver & speed control must be mounted using zipper ties, for easy removal.  The servo must be bolted to the frame, and a servo saver must be installed to protect it from impact.

17.             Brakes – All vehicles must show stopping ability and may be tested at any given time. Each car must use the specified speed control, and braking is accomplished by reversing the polarity of the motor, via the radio & speed control.

18.             Compliance – The vehicle must be in compliance with the above 17 rules.  All drivers are also required to abide by MCSRA membership rules as well. Any deviance from the above said rules will result in a disqualification from the competition.  The vehicle must be completed for physical inspection by 05/26/05.