Curburgla finals

[Jason Plato]

LOTUS SEVEN CLUB OF GREAT BRITAIN

LOW FLYING SPRINT - SUNDAY 28TH AUGUST 2005

 

INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPETITORS

 

 

Please read these instructions carefully, they tell you some of the things that you need to do before the event and on the day.

 

Permit Nr 30863 has been received from the M.S.A.

 

A Briefing for drivers who have not competed at Curborough before will be held adjacent to the signing on hut at 8:30.

 

BEFORE THE EVENT

Please complete the commentary sheet and make sure you bring it with you on the day in order to prevent our commentator inventing "facts" about you! We have a list of hopeful reserves so if you find you are unable to participate in this event please don't just let your entry "go" but let us know immediately in order that we can make someone's day!

 

ITEMS NEEDED ON THE DAY

¨ Club membership card.

¨ MSA licence (MUST be presented at signing-on including ATTACHED photograph otherwise MSA FINE has to be levied !! (REG E2.17.1 & Z13.7).

¨ MSA official log book (If the car is currently licensed for use on the road and competing in a road legal condition OR if it is currently used in circuit racing and is entered in an event on an occasional basis only this is NOT needed. Please bring documentary proof of circuit racing e.g. a recent race programme).

¨ Completed commentary sheet.

¨ Crash helmet and fireproof overalls (MSA approved - please check standards in the Blue Book).

¨ Timing strut.

¨ Fuel (not available on site).

¨ Self Adhesive Competition Numbers (Your number is on the enclosed entry list). Please remember that numbers MUST be removed at the finish of the event (REG 11.3.11)

 

HOW TO FIND CURBOROUGH

The track is situated off the A38 approximately 2.5 miles north east of Lichfield in Staffordshire. The turn off theA38 is signposted "Fradley Park" .

The circuit is OS map reference 128/134128

There is no public telephone on the site, the nearest callbox is situated at Fradley canal junction OS map reference 128/145143.

 

 

 

SCRUTINEERING TIMES ........ PLEASE KEEP TO THESE TIMES !

The following time slots for signing-on and scrutineering are so that the early numbers arrive, sign on and scrutineer before the later ones and then practice can be run in programme order, therefore ----------

CAR NOS. SIGN ON AND SCRUTINEER

1 - 30 and dual drives 7:45 - 8.30 A.M.

30 - 60 “ “ 8.30 - 9.15 A.M.

60 - ON “ “ 9.15 - 10.00 A.M.

Please be prompt, any driver not signed on by 10.30 a.m. MAY be excluded.

 

Please bring your Club Membership Card, MSA license and completed commentary sheet for presentation at signing-on. You are reminded that failure to present the required documents will mean that you may not be able to take part in this event.

No vehicle will be permitted to use the circuit without displaying the correct self adhesive competition numbers on both sides of the car. These numbers will not be provided by the organisers. Dual drives must remember to obscure the appropriate number before approaching the start line (a strip of insulating or tank tape will suffice).

 

There is a return road behind the signing-on hut to feed cars to and from the startline. Please read and inwardly digest the following procedure!

 

 

PROCEDURES FOR PADDOCK TO AND FROM START

1. Collecting area is on LEFT HAND SIDE of road leading towards the return road in corner of paddock from left of paddock office. The existing gates are only to be used in an emergency.

 

2. Paddock marshal will release you to go down new road to start area in a group of 10-12 cars. DO NOT PROCEED IF RED LIGHT ON.

 

3. At end of new road TURN RIGHT to line up for start as usual.

 

4. On completing your run and if not taking another straight away, proceed round back of start loop then if not held by a red light drive SLOWLY AND WITH CAUTION along return road DIRECTLY TO YOUR PADDOCK PARK POSITION. Your run time should be available at the paddock office, timing van or via the public address.

 

5. If sharing a drive or taking another run directly, continue round start loop and join back of queue for start as before.

 

6. DO NOT RETURN TO PADDOCK IF RED LIGHT ON - THIS MEANS THAT CARS ARE COMING FROM PADDOCK. Stop at beginning of return road and wait for clearance.

 

IMPORTANT NOTES

DO NOT STOP ON RETURN ROAD or in area of paddock office.

 

DO NOT SPEED OR TYRE WARM while on return road (severe penalty will ensue).

 

BE AWARE THAT THERE WILL BE CARS MOVING AROUND THE PADDOCK AT ALL TIMES.

 

 

Please help us to keep the event running smoothly by being aware of and ready for your sessions and listening for any announcements and by co-operating with the marshals. Due to noise restrictions the Public address system may only be used to call the first cars to the line for the morning practice runs. Please watch for your number sequence moving towards the collecting area and present yourself when appropriate.

 

The course can be walked by competitors who are not familiar with it until 8:45a.m.

Practice will start at 9.00a.m. prompt and will be run in class and number order.

Competitors will not be allowed to commence their practice runs until they have completed their signing-on and scrutineering.

Cars should move to the collecting area at the new return road then proceed to the starting area as above.

Please help by sorting yourselves into number order prior to approaching the starting line.

You will be moved forward individually to the start line.

 

The starting procedure is as follows:-

1) Approach the start line where a red light will show.

2) The car will be positioned on the line by the start Marshal.

3) When the red light turns green you may start in your own time.

ALL DRIVERS PLEASE NOTE

If a red flag is displayed, you should come to a standstill as soon as practicable and await further instructions from the marshals. On completion of your run do not stop immediately after the finish line as the next competitor cannot start his run until you are safely off the course. You must proceed back to the bottom loop (start line area).

 

SAFETY ON SITE

Should you have to refuel in the paddock you are particularly asked to carry out this procedure in an open space with no smoking or working going on in the vicinity. We also remind you regarding the general safety of mechanics and competitors when working on their vehicles in the paddock particularly when the vehicles are jacked up or on axle stands.

* Children are welcome but YOU must be responsible for their behaviour and safety. Please consider whether their attendance is appropriate.

* In the interests of safety animals MUST be kept inside support vehicles whilst cars are competing.

* An ambulance with trained personnel will be available on the day courtesy of D.R.R. Rescue and a Paramedic will be in attendance.

 

VEHICLE SAFETY

As a participant in this driving event, you are responsible for the preparation of your car. If you are unsure of its condition it should be checked by a competent mechanic prior to the event.

A quick check at the track is not a substitute for a thorough inspection of your car.

Any car found improperly prepared will not be permitted to participate.

 

ROLL OVER BARS

Your attention is specially brought to item 22 of the supplementary regulations as reprinted below

22) Roll-Over Structures All cars must fit a Safety Roll-Over Structure.

You are advised that the standard Caterham bar will not be accepted. Any Lotus or Caterham Seven that does not comply will not be allowed to run. Please don’t cause embarrassment by asking as you will be refused !

 

TYRES AND CLASS ELIGIBILITY

It is important to ensure that the tyres which you use on the day are acceptable for the class which you have entered. Please re-read the section in the supplementary regulations which relates to your chosen class and verify that your tyres are correct for that class. If you are still unsure please telephone Competition Secretary Graham Lyall on 01564 703134 and he will be pleased to advise..

 

WINDSCREENS

All cars must run with a windscreen (see blue book E12.19.9) which can be off the “aero” type or plastic if required.

 

NOISE TESTING

Curborough is still experiencing difficulty with local residents complaining about noise. At this meeting all cars will be noise tested at some point during the day ( The majority will be tested in the collecting area). You will be told when you are required for this test.

The current requirements (Blue Book E 12.17.4) is for no more than 108dB(A) at 2/3 maximum RPM at 0.5m at 45% with the exhaust outlet.

Most Sevens should not have problems with this test which is less severe than race circuit requirements but you are advised that your silencer should be in good condition.

No engines are to be revved before 8:45 am

Please avoid running cars and the creation of any unnecessary noise during the lunch break if possible and when entering or leaving the circuit.

 

CATERING will be available on site during the event.

 

CAMPING will be available at Curborough on the Saturday evening . Shelter, tables, chairs and a BBQ with fuel and tools will be provided - please bring your own food and liquid refreshments.

 

VERY IMPORTANT: It would help if you let us know when you are intending to arrive if coming on Friday the 26th to enable us to arrange for the circuit to be open (otherwise it will be locked and you will not be able to gain access!) Please telephone Steve Hill on 07710 131130 IN ADVANCE

 

Finally, and most importantly, enjoy your day and Good Luck !!

 

[Barbara Swift]

Thanks again Dave!

 

*thumbup*Barbara