AutoGP 2010 TechReg En

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2010 TECHNICAL REGULATIONSLOLA B05/52


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SUMMARY

ARTICLE 1: DEFINITIONS1.1 Lola B 0552 Formula1.2 Event1.3 Bodywork1.4 Wheel1.5 Complete Wheel1.6 Sprung Suspension1.7 Active Suspension1.8 Composite Structure1.9 Cockpit1.10 Cockpit Padding1.11 Survival Cell1.12 Cubic Capacity1.13 Weight1.14 Racing Weight1.15 Telemetry1.16 Camera1.17 Camera Housing1.18 Reference planeARTICLE 2: GENERAL PRINCIPLES2.1 Role of GP Auto2.2 Publication date for amendments2.3 Compliance with the regulations2.4 Eligible cars2.5 Measurements2.6 Duty of Competitor2.7 Technical passport2.8 Parts concernsARTICLE 3: BODYWORK AND DIMENSIONS3.1 Permitted changes to the original specification3.2 Wheel centre line3.3 Height measurements3.4 Overall width3.5 Width ahead of the rear wheel centre line3.6 Width behind the rear wheel centre line3.7 Overall height3.8 Front bodywork height3.9 Height in front of the rear wheels3.10 Bodywork between the rear wheels3.11 Height behind the rear wheel centre line3.12 Bodywork around the front wheels3.13 Bodywork facing the ground3.14 Skid block3.15 Overhangs3.16 Aerodynamic influence3.17 Upper bodyworkARTICLE 4: WEIGHT4.1 Minimum weight4.2 Ballast4.3 Adding during the raceARTICLE 5: ENGINE5.1 Permitted changes to the original specification5.2 Type of engine permitted5.3 Temperature of the charge5.4 Starting the engine5.5 Telemetry

ARTICLE 6: FUEL SYSTEM6.1 Permitted changes to the original specification6.2 Fuel tanks6.3 Fittings and piping6.4 Crushable structure6.5 Tank fillers6.6 RefuellingARTICLE 7: OIL AND WATER SYSTEMS7.1 Permitted changes to the original specification7.2 Location of oil tanks7.3 Longitudinal location of oil system7.4 Catch tank7.5 Transversal location of oil system7.6 Oil replenishment7.7 Oil and water IinesARTICLE 8: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM8.1 Permitted changes to the original specification8.2 Dashboard8.3 Data acquisition systems8.4 Sensors for data acquisition systems8.5 Driver radiosARTICLE 9: TRANSMISSION SYSTEM9.1 Permitted changes to the original specification9.2 Type of gearbox9.3 Reverse gear9.4 Traction controlARTICLE 10: SUSPENSION ANO STEERINGSYSTEMS10.1 Permitted changes to the original specification10.2 Active suspension10.3 Chromium plating10.4 Sprung suspension10.5 Suspension members10.6 SteeringARTICLE 11: BRAKE SYSTEM11.1 Permitted changes to the original specification11.2 Separate circuits11.3 Brake discs11.4 Brake callipers11.5 Cooling of the brakes11.6 Liquid cooling11.7 Brake pressure modulationARTICLE 12: WHEELS ANO TYRES12.1 Permitted changes to the original specification12.2 Location12.3 Dimensions12.4 Wheel material12.5 Maximum number of wheels12.6 Tyre Supplier12.7 Pressure control valvesARTICLE 13: COCKPIT13.1 Permitted changes to the original specification13.2 Cockpit opening13.3 Steering wheel13.4 Internal cross section13.5 Position of the driver's feet


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ARTICLE 14: SAFETY EQUIPMENT14.1 Permitted changes to the original specification14.2 Fire extinguishers14.3 Master switch14.4 Rear view mirrors14.5 Safety belts14.6 Rear Iight14.7 Headrest and head protection14.8 Wheel retention14.9 Seat fixing and removalARTICLE 15: CAR CONSTRUCTION ANO SAFETYREQUIREMENTS

15.1 Permitted changes to the original specificationARTICLE 16: FUEL16.1 Fuel16.2 Air16.3 Engine Oil16.4 Transmission OilARTICLE 17: FINAL TEXT

APPENDIX1 LOLA B0552 technical description2 FIA 2004 F3000 Structure Testing Record


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ARTICLE 1 : DEFINITIONS

1.1Lola B0552 Formula

Automobiles designed solely for speed races on circuits or closed courses and built by themanufacturer designated by Auto GP Ltd Organization to a specification laid down by Auto GP.

1.2EventAn event shall consist of official practice, qualifying and the races.

1.3 BodyworkAll entirely sprung parts of the car in contact with the external air stream, except the rolloverstructures and the parts definitely associated with the mechanical functioning of the engine,transmission and running gear. Airboxes and radiators are considered to be part of the bodywork.

1.4 WheelsFlange and rim.

1.5 Complete wheelWheel and inflated tyre.

1.6 Sprung suspensionThe means whereby all complete wheels are suspended from the body/chassis unit by a springmedium.

1.7 Active suspensionAny system which allows control of any part of the suspension or of the trim height when the car is

moving.

1.8 Composite structureNon-homogenous materials which have a cross section comprising of either two skins bonded toeach side of a core material or an assembly of plies which form one laminate.

1.9 CockpitThe volume which accommodates the driver.

1.10 Cockpit paddingNon-structural parts placed within the cockpit for the sole purpose of improving driver comfort andsafety. All such material must be quickly removable without the use of tools.

1.11 Survival cellA continuous closed structure containing the fuel tank and the cockpit.

1.12 Cubic capacityThe volume swept in the cylinders of the engine by the movement of the pistons. This volumeshall be expressed in cubic centimetres. In calculating engine cubic capacity, the number Pi shallbe 3.1416.

1.13 WeightIs the weight of the car with the driver, wearing his complete racing apparel, at all times during the

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1.14 Racing weightIs the weight of the car in running order with the driver aboard and all fuel tanks full.

1.15 TelemetryThe transmission of data between a moving car and anyone connected with the entry of that car

1.16 CameraTelevision cameras the dimensions of which are available from Auto GP Ltd Organization.

1.17 Camera housingA device which is identical in shape and weight to a camera and which is supplied to the relevantCompetitor by Auto GP for fitting to his car in Iieu of a camera.

1.18 Reference Plane

A horizontal plane defined by the bottom surface of the chassis, not including the skid block.

ARTICLE 2 : GENERAL PRINCIPLES

2.1 Role of Auto GPThe following technical regulations for Auto GP cars are issued by Auto GP Ltd Organization.

2.2 Publication date for amendmentsEach year, prior to the end of March at the latest, Auto GP Ltd Organization will publish allchanges to be made to these regulations which will take effect before the first race of the yearincluded. Changes which Auto GP Ltd Organization deem necessary for safety reasons andchanges to the specification of all the cars may be made without notice.

2.3 Compliance with the regulationsAll F3000 cars must comply with these regulations (including the information which is containedwithin the 2010 Auto GP Chassis and Engine Manuals) in their entirety at all times during anEvent and during official tests. All modifications not allowed by these Technical Regulations andsubsequent Technical Bulletins are expressly forbidden.

2.4 Eligible carsThe only rolling chassis permitted are those supplied by the designated Lola Cars chassissupplier. Once supplied, the rolling chassis will not be modified in any way whatsoever exceptwhere specifically permitted by these regulations or with the written permission of Auto GP LtdOrganization after consultation with the supplier. Any such modifications will only be permitted ifthey are deemed absolutely necessary after a problem has been clearly identified.

Furthermore, any components supplied as part of the rolling chassis and/or the options permittedin these regulations which need to be replaced must be supplied by the Auto GP chassis supplierand purchased from Auto GP Ltd Organization and/or tyre supplier unless specifically authorisedelsewhere in these regulations. Where modifications are permitted by these regulations, Auto GPLtd Organization will only stock and supply standard parts issued by the Auto GP chassissupplier.

2.5 MeasurementsAll measurements must be made while the car is stationary on a flat horizontal surface.


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2.6 Duty of competitorIt is the duty of each competitor to satisfy the Auto GP technical delegate and the Stewards of theMeeting that his car complies with these regulations in their entirety at all times during an Event.

2.7 Technical passportA technical passport for each car which will be issued by ASN and will be retained by Team.

2.8 Parts ConcernsAny competitor who has concern with any part must complete an Auto GP Concern Form andsubmit it to the Technical Delegate.

ARTICLE 3 : BOOYWORK ANO DIMENSIONS

3.1 Permitted changes to the original specification

3.1.1 Front and rear wing angles may be changed using only the range of adjustment provided inthe original specification.

3.1.2 The front and rear wings must be fitted as specified by the Auto GP chassis supplier.

3.1.3 Devices used to keep the space between the rear aerofoil sections constant may be usedprovided it is clear that this is their only purpose.

3.1.4 Tape may be applied to the bodywork but only to fasteners or any vulnerable leading edge.In all cases it must be c1ear that the tape has no function other than securing or protecting thepart or parts to which it is attached. It is not permitted to apply tape to any bodywork joints or to

cover any holes or any adjustment holes.

3.1.5 Bodywork may be painted. It must weigh more than the original component without paint.

3.1.6 Other than the panels designed to control radiator exit air, no bodywork may be removed.

3.1.7 It is permitted to modify the fixings of the forward floor splitter bib (part no 0552-01023- 02)to facilitate changing this item without the removal of excessive components within the cockpit.

3.2 Wheel centre lineThe centre line of any wheel shall be deemed to be half way between two straight edges,perpendicular to the surface on which the car is standing, placed against opposite sides of thecomplete wheel at the centre of the tyre tread, with the wheel in the straight ahead position.

3.3 Height measurementsAll height measurements will be taken normal to and from the reference plane.

3.4 Overall widthThe overall width of the car, including complete wheels, must not exceed 1930mm with thesteered wheels in the straight ahead position. Overall width will be measured when the car is fittedwith tyres inflated to 1.4 bar.

3.5 Width ahead of the rear wheel centre line


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3.5.1 Bodywork width ahead of the rear wheel centre line must not exceed 1612mm.

3.5.2 No lateral extremity of any bodywork forward of the front wheels may deflect more than

5mm vertically when a vertical 0.5kN load is applied to it. During such a test the load will beapplied through a 50mm pad whose centre is positioned 700mm forward of the front wheel centreline and 620mm from the car centre line.

3.5.3 In order to prevent tyre damage to other cars, the top and forward edges of the lateralextremities of any bodywork forward of the front wheels must be at least 10mm thick with a radiusof at least 5mm.

3.6 Width behind the rear wheel centre lineBodywork width behind the rear wheel centre line must not exceed 1200mm.

3.7 Overall heightNo part of the bodywork may be more than 1056mm above the reference plane.

3.8 Front bodywork heightAll bodywork situated forward of a point Iying 330mm behind the front wheel centre line, and morethan 250mm from the centre line of the car, must be no more than 500mm above the referenceplane.

3.8.1 The minimum height of the lower surface of the front wing endplates above the referenceplane is 20.5mm

3.9 Height in front of the rear wheels

3.9.1 Other than the rear view mirrors, each with a maximum area in plan view of 9000mm2, nobodywork situated more than 330mm behind the front wheel centre line and more than 330mmforward of the rear wheel centre line, which is more than 600mm above the reference plane, maybe more than 300mm from the centre line of the car.

3.10 Bodywork between the rear wheels

3.10.1 No bodywork situated between the rear wheel centre line and a point Iying 200m mforward of it may be more than 600mm above the reference plane.

3.10.2 No bodywork situated between the rear wheel centre line and a point Iying 150mm behindit may be more than 600mm above the reference plane.

3.11 Height behind the rear wheel centre line

3.11.1 Any part of the car more than 150mm behind the centre line of the rear wheels must not bemore than 900mm above the reference plane.

3.11.2 No bodywork behind the centre line of the rear wheels, and more than 150mm each side ofthe longitudinal centre line of the car, may be less than 280mm above the reference plane.


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3.12 Bodywork around the front wheelsWith the exception of brake cooling ducts, in plan view, there must be no bodywork in the areaformed by two longitudinal lines parallel to and 400mm and 900mm from the car centre line and

two transversal lines, one 350mm forward of and one 350mm behind the front wheel centre line.

3.13 Bodywork facing the ground

3.13.1 The surface formed by all parts lying on the reference plane must:- extend from a point lying 330mm behind the front wheel centre line to the centre line of the rearwheels;- have minimum and maximum widths of 300m m and 500mm respectively- be symmetrical about the centre line of the car

3.13.2 All sprung parts of the car situated between a point Iying 330mm rearward of the front

wheel centre line and a point 330m m forward of the rear wheel centre line, which are visible fromunderneath, must produce uniform, solid, hard, continuous, rigid (no degree of freedom in relationto the body/chassis unit), impervious surfaces under all circumstances.

Fully enclosed holes are permitted in these surfaces provided no part of the car is visiblethrough them when viewed from directly below.

3.13.3 To help overcome any possible manufacturing problems, and not permit any design whichmay contravene any part of these regulations, dimensional tolerances are permitted on bodyworksituated between a point Iying 330mm behind the front wheel centre line and the rear wheelcentre line. A vertical tolerance of +/- 5mm is permissible across the surfaces Iying on thereference plane and a horizontal tolerance of 5mm is permitted when assessing whether a

surface is visible from beneath the car.

3.13.4 All sprung parts of the car situated behind a point Iying 330mm rearward of the front wheelcentre line, which are visible from underneath and are more than 250m m from the centre line ofthe car, must be at least 50mm above the reference plane.

3.14 Skid block

3.14.1 Beneath the surface formed by all parts Iying on the reference plane, a rectangular skidblock, with a 50mm radius (+/-2mm) on each front corner, must be fitted. This skid block maycomprise more than one piece but must:a) extend longitudinally from a point Iying 330mm behind the front wheel centre line to the centreline of the rear wheels.b) be made from an homogenous material with a specific gravity between 1.3 and 1.45.c) have a width of 300mm with a tolerance of +/-2mm.d) have a thickness of 10mm with a tolerance of +/-1mm when new.e) have a uniform thickness when new.f) have no holes or cut outs other than those necessary to tit the skid.g) be fixed symmetrically about the centre line of the car in such a way that no air may passbetween it and the surface formed by the parts Iying on the reference plane.h) have seven precisely placed holes in the positions which are detailed in Drawing 1. In order toestablish the conformity of the skid block after use, its thickness will only be measured in the four50mm diameter holes and the two forward 80mm diameter holes.

This measure must be everytime more or egual than 7,5mm.


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3.15 OverhangsNo part of the car shall be more than 750mm behind the centre line of the rear wheels or more

than 1200mm in front of the centre line of the front wheels.

No part of the bodywork more than 200m m from the centre line of the car may be more than1000mm in front of the front wheel centre line.

All overhang measurements will be taken parallel to the reference plane.

3.16 Aerodynamic influenceAny specific part of the car influencing its aerodynamic performance:- Must comply with the rules relating to bodywork.- Must be rigidly secured to the entirely sprung part of the car (rigidly secured means nothaving

any degree of freedom).- Must remain immobile in relation to the sprung part of the car.

In order to ensure that this requirement is respected, Auto GP reserves the right tointroduceload/deflection tests on any part of the bodywork which appears to be (or is suspectedof), moving whilst the car is in motion.

Any device or construction that is designed to bridge the gap between the sprung part of the carand the ground is prohibited under all circumstances.

No part having an aerodynamic influence and no part of the bodywork, with the exception of theskid block in 3.14 above, may under any circumstances be located below the reference plane.

3.17 Upper bodyworkIn order that a car may be lifted quickly in the event of it stopping on the circuit, the principlerollover structure must incorporate a clearly visible unobstructed opening designed to permit astrap, whose section measures 60mm x 30mm, to pass through it.

ARTICLE 4 : WEIGHT

4.1 Minimum weightThe weight of the car must not be less than 690 kgs. Which will be the weight of the vehicle in thecondition which it crosses the finishing line and enters Parc Ferm or at any time during the event.

4.2 BallastBallast can be used provided it is designed and fitted in accordance with drawings supplied by theAuto GP chassis supplier, is fitted in the places provided for this purpose and is secured in such away that tools are required for its removal. It must also be possible to fix seals if deemednecessary by Auto GP technical delegate.

4.3 Adding during the raceWith the exception of compressed air and brake fluid, no substance may be added to the carduring the race. If it becomes necessary to replace any part of the car during the race, the newpart must not weigh any more than the original part.


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ARTICLE 5 : ENGINE


5.2 Type of engine permittedThe only engines permitted are those supplied by Zytek engine supplier. Once supplied, theengine and ancillaries supplied with it may not be modified in any way whatsoever except with thewritten permission of Auto GP after consultation with the engine supplier.

5.3 Temperature of the charge

5.3.1 Any device, system, procedure, construction or design the purpose and/or effect of which isany decrease whatsoever of the temperature of the intake air and/or of the charge (air and/or fuel)of the engine is forbidden.

5.3.2 Internal and/or external spraying of water or any substance whatsoever is forbidden (otherthan fuel for the normal purpose of combustion in the engine).

5.4 Starting the engineThe supplementary starting device may be temporarily connected to the car to start the engine inthe pits or on the starting grid It is also permitted to push start the car in accordance with theSporting Regulations.

5.5 TelemetryThe use of telemetry is forbidden except from the car to the TV broadcaster.

ARTICLE 6 : FUEL SYSTEM


6.1.1 Replacement fuel lines and fittings must be supplied by the Auto GP chassis supplier.

6.1.2 Heat shrink or tire sleeve protective coverings may be added to fuel lines.

6.1.3 Teams are permitted to tit the auxiliary fuel pump out kit as specified by the Auto GP chassissupplier.

6.1.4 Teams are required, to have available, the Auto GP specified fuel sample pipe forScrutineering

6.2 Fuel tanks

6.2.1 The fuel tank must be a single rubber bladder conforming to or exceeding the specificationsof FIA/FT5-1999.

6.2.2 All the fuel stored on board the car must be situated between the front face of the engineand the driver's back when viewed in lateral projection.Furthermore, no fuel can be stored more than 300m m forward of the highest point at which thedriver's back makes contact with his seat.


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However, a maximum of 2 Iitres of fuel may be kept outside the survival cell, but only that whichis necessary for the normal running of the engine.

6.2.3 Fuel must not be stored more than 400mm from the longitudinal axis of the car.

6.2.4 All rubber bladders must be made by manufacturers recognised by the FIA. A list ofapproved manufacturers is available from the FIA.

6.2.5 All rubber bladders shall be printed with the name of the manufacturer, the specifications towhich the tank has been manufactured and the date of manufacture.

6.2.6 No rubber bladders shall be used more than 5 years after the date of manufacture, unlessinspected and re-certified by the manufacturer for a period of up to another 2 years.

6.3 Fittings and piping

6.3.1 All apertures in the fuel tank must be closed by hatches or fittings which are secured tometallic or composite bolt rings bonded to the inside of the bladder.Bolt hole edges must be no less than 5mm from the edge of the bolt ring, hatch or fitting.All hatches and fittings must be sealed with the gaskets or 'O' rings supplied with the tank.

6.3.2 All fuel lines between the fuel tank and the engine must have a self sealing breakawayvalve. This valve must separate at less than 50% of the load required to break the fuel line fittingor to pull it out of the fuel tank.

6.3.3 No lines containing fuel may pass through the cockpit.

6.3.4 All lines must be fitted in such a way that any leakage cannot result in accumulation of fuelin the cockpit.

6.3.5 When flexible, all lines must have threaded connectors and an outer braid which is resistantto abrasion and flame.

6.3.6 All fuel lines must have a minimum burst pressure of 41 bars at the maximum operatingtemperature of 135C.

6.4 Crushable structure

The fuel tank must be completely surrounded by a crushable structure, which is an integral part ofthe survival cell and must be able to withstand the loads required by the tests in Articles 18.2.1and 18.3.

6.5 Tank fillers

6.5.1 Fuel tank fillers must not protrude beyond the bodywork. Any breather pipe connecting thefuel tank to the atmosphere must be designed to avoid liquid leakage when the car is running andits outlet must not be less than 250m m from the cockpit opening.

All fuel tank fillers must be designed to ensure an efficient locking action which reduces the risk of

accidental opening following a crash impact or incomplete locking after refuelling.


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6.5.2 All cars must be fitted with a self sealing connector which can be used by the scrutineers toobtain fuel from the tank.

This connector is of a type approved by the FIA.

6.6 Refueling

6.6.1 Refueling during the race is forbidden.

6.6.2 Refueling the car on the grid may only be carried out by using an unpressurised containerwhich is no more than 2 miters above the ground.

6.6.3 Any storage of fuel on board the car at a temperature of more than five degrees centigradebelow the ambient temperature is forbidden.

6.6.4 The use of any specific device, whether on board or not, to decrease the temperature of thefuel below the ambient temperature is forbidden.

ARTICLE 7 : OIL AND WATER SYSTEMS


7.1.1 Replacement oil or hydraulic lines and fittings must be supplied by the chassis Supplier, butthey must have the same specifics.

7.1.2 Heat shrink or tire sleeve protective coverings may be added to all oil, hydraulic or water

lines.

7.1.3 Blanking of oil or water radiator intakes for the purpose of optimising temperatures providedthis is its sole purpose.

7.1.4 Stone guards may be fitted and must be supplied by the Auto GP chassis supplier.

7.1.5 It is permitted to modify I re-route oil and hydraulic lines on safety grounds provided thatany modifications comply with articles 7.7.4 - 7.7.6 of the technical regulations.

7.2 Location of oil tanksAll oil storage tanks must be situated between the front wheel axis and the rearmost gearboxcasing longitudinally, and must be no further than the lateral extremities of the survival cell arefrom the longitudinal axis of the car

7.3 Longitudinal location of oil systemNo other part of the car containing oil may be situated behind the complete rear wheels.

7.4 Catch tankWhen a car's lubrication system includes an open type sump breather, this breather must ventinto a catch tank of at least 3 Iiters capacity.

7.5 Transversal location of oil system


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No part of the car containing oil may be more than 750mm from the longitudinal centre line of thecar.7.6 Oil replenishment

No oil replenishment is allowed during a race.

7.7 Oil and water Iines

7.7.1 No lines containing water or lubricating oil may pass through the cockpit.

7.7.2 Al lines must be fitted in such a way that any leakage cannot result in the accumulation offluid in the cockpit.

7.7.3 No hydraulic fluid lines may have removable connectors inside the cockpit.

7.7.4 Al lubricating oil lines must have a minimum burst pressure of 41 bars at the maximumoperating temperature of 135C.

7.7.5 All hydraulic fluid Iines which are not subjected to abrupt changes in pressure, with theexception of Iines under gravity head, must have a minimum burst pressure of 408 bar at themaximum operating temperature of 204C when used wi th steel connectors and 135C whenused with aluminium connectors.

7.7.6 All hydraulic fluid Iines subjected to abrupt changes in pressure must have a minimum burstpressure of 816 bar at the maximum operating temperature of 204C.

ARTICLE 8 : ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS


8.1.1 Any modifications required to tit the driver communication system described in Article 8.5below.

8.1.2 It is permitted to tit a larger battery in the area designated for the battery by the Auto GPchassis supplier.

8.2 DashboardThe dashboard must be the one supplied by the Auto GP chassis supplier.

8.3 Data acquisition systemsThe only data acquisition system which may be fitted is that supplied by the Auto GP chassissupplier.

8.3.1 It is permitted to upgrade this data acquisition system with the parts contained in the Pi2007-2008 Auto GP Information Pack.

8.4 Sensors for data acquisition systemsThe only sensors which may be fitted are those available from the Auto GP chassis supplier or asspecified in 8.3.1 above.

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All radio equipment is free, must only be powered from the source supplied for this purpose in thecar wiring 100m and may only transmit voice communication.

ARTICLE 9 : TRANSMISSION SYSTEM


9.1.1 Internal differential plates may be changed but only by using the range of parts availablefrom the Auto GP chassis supplier, intended for use on the Auto GP car. The ramps can bemounted 45/65 or 65/45. No other ramp type can be mounted.

9.1.2 Differential pre-Ioad may be changed but only by using the range of parts available from theAuto GP chassis supplier intended for use on the Auto GP car.

9.1.3 Gearbox ratios will be the same for everybody, but different for every Circuit. A list ofgearbox ratios to be used in every Circuit will be communicated via circular before every event.

9.1.4 Final drive ratio to be used will only be 26-19.

9.1.5 The clutch must be the one supplied by Auto GP and must be fitted without any modificationother than with parts available from the Auto GP and must be acceptable to the engine supplier.

9.1.5.1 It is permitted to add quick release fittings to the clutch line at the rear bulkhead providedthat any modifications comply with articles 7.7.4 - 7.7.6 of the technical regulations.

9.1.6 A magnet may be fitted inside the gearbox for particle collection.

9.1.7 A layshaft end cover may be fitted.

9.2 Type of gearbox

9.2.1 All cars must have six forward gears.

9.2.2 Automatic gearboxes and differentials with electronic, pneumatic or hydraulic slip control areforbidden.

Semi automatic gearboxes are allowed.

9.3 Reverse gear

All cars must have a reverse gear operable any time during the Event by the driver when theengine is running.

9.4 Traction controlThe use of traction control is forbidden.

ARTICLE 10: SUSPENSION AND STEERING SYSTEMS

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10.1.1 Wishbone length and attachment, track rod length and pushrod length by means ofadjustment provided.

10.1.2 Replacement suspension joints must be supplied by the Auto GP chassis supplier.

10.1.3 The addition of a strain gauge to each pushrod assembly and wiring to connect them to theAuto GP approved data acquisition system.

10.1.4 Road springs are free as is their source. Spring platform position may be changed andthrust washers or spacers between the springs and platforms may be added.

10.1.5 Anti-roll bars may be adjusted or changed but, with the exception of shims or spacers, onlyby using the range of parts available from the Auto GP chassis supplier.

10.1.6 Damper packers and bump rubbers.

10.1.7 Camber angles may be adjusted but only by using the range of parts available from theAuto GP chassis supplier.

10.1.8 Devices to measure suspension displacement may be fitted, provided this is their solepurpose, including any wiring needed to connect them to the data acquisition system.

10.1.9 Damper settings may be changed via the external adjuster knobs but not the valving.

10.1.10 Steering lock stops are free.

10.1.11 Steering pinions may be changed but only by using the range of parts available from theAuto GP chassis supplier.

10.1.12 It is permitted to tit a longer length steering column as specified by the Auto GP chassissupplier.

10.2 Active suspension

The use of active suspension is forbidden.

10.3 Chromium plating

Chromium plating of any steel suspension is forbidden.

10.4 Sprung suspension

Car must be fitted with sprung suspension. The springing medium must not consist solely of boltslocated through flexible bushes or mountings. There must be movement of the wheels to givesuspension travel in excess of any flexibility in the attachments.

10.5 Suspension members

10.5.1 All suspension members must be made from an homogenous metallic material.


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10.5.2 In order to prevent intrusion of suspension parts into the survival cell during a side impact,each member of every front suspension component with two inboard mountings must be joined bya link as dose to the survival cell as practical. This link must be circular with a minimum diameter

of 10mm, and any slip joint must be bolted or pinned and located in the centre of the span.

10.5.3 The cross-sections of each member of every suspension component must have an aspectratio no greater than 3.5:1. And be symmetrical about its major axis. All suspension componentsmay however have sections with an aspect ratio greater than 3.5:1 and be non-symmetrical,provided these are adjacent to their inner and outer attachments and form no more than 25% ofthe total distance between the attachments of the relevant member.All measurements will be made perpendicular to a line drawn between the inner and outerattachments of the relevant member.

10.5.4 Non-structural parts of suspension members are considered bodywork. Brake discs must

be those supplied by the Auto GP chassis supplier.

10.5.5 In order to help prevent a wheel becoming separated in the event of all suspensionmembers connecting it to the car failing, two cables each with separate attachments must be fittedto connect each wheel/upright assembly to the main n structure of the car The cables and theirattachments must be designed in order to help prevent a wheel making contact with the driver'shead during an accident.The length of each cable should be no longer than that required to allow normal suspensionmovement.Each complete cable restraint system, including their attachments, must have a minimum tensilestrength of 50kN and each cable must be flexible with a minimum diameter of 8mm.

10.6 Steering

10.6.1 The steering must consist of a mechanical link between the driver and the wheels.

10.6.2 Four wheel steering is forbidden.

10.6.3 The steering wheel, steering column and steering rack assembly must pass an impact test,as specified by Article 15.

ARTICLE 11 : BRAKE SYSTEM


11.1.1 The only brake pads which may be fitted are those available from the Auto GP (AP brakepads) chassis supplier.

11.1.2 The removal of or blanking of brake duct intakes for the purpose of optimisingtemperatures provided this is its sole purpose.

11.1.3 Devices to measure brake pressures may be fitted provided this is their sole purpose,including any wiring needed to connect them to the approved data acquisition system.


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11.1.4 Brake and clutch master cylinder sizes may be changed provided no other modification isrequired to fit them. The only replacement cylinders which may be fitted are those available fromthe Auto GP chassis supplier.

11.1.5 It is permitted to add quick release fittings to the brake Iines at the rear bulkhead. Providedthat any modifications comply with articles 7.7.4 - 7.7.6 of the technical regulations.

11.1.6 It is permitted to fit AP quick release fittings (AP part nos. CP6300-6 & CP6300-11) tobrake callipers for the sole purpose of brake bleeding.

11.2 Separate circuits

All cars must be equipped with one brake system which has two separate hydraulic circuitsoperated by one pedal, one circuit operating on the two front wheels and the other on the two rear

wheels. This system must be designed so that if a failure occurs in one circuit the pedal will stilloperate the brakes in the other.

11.3 Brake discs It will be possible to change the discs only using discs supplied by Auto GP.

11.4 Brake calipers

11.4.1 All brake callipers must be made from an homogeneous metallic material. They must bethose supplied by and be fitted as specified by the Auto GP chassis supplier.

11.4.2 There must be no more than 6 brake callipers pistons on each wheel.

11.5 Cooling of the brakesAir ducts for the purpose of cooling the brakes shall not protrude beyond:- A plane parallel to the ground situated at a distance of 160mm above the horizontal centre lineof the wheel.- A plane parallel to the ground situated at a distance of 160mm below the horizontal centre line ofthe wheel.- A vertical plane parallel to the inner face of the front rim and displaced from it by 120mm towardthe centre line of the car- The periphery of the tyre forwards or the wheel rim backwards, when viewed from the side of thecar.

11.6 Liquid cooling

Liquid cooling of the brakes is forbidden.

11.7 Brake pressure modulation

Anti lock brakes and power assisted braking are forbidden.

ARTICLE 12 : WHEELS AND TYRES


12.1.1 Wheels may be repainted to their original color.


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12.1.2 Wheels may be sand blasted to prevent tyres turning on the rims.

12.2 LocationComplete wheels must be external to the bodywork in plan view, with the rear aerodynamicdevice removed.

12.3 Dimensions

12.3.1 Complete wheel width must not exceed 475mm.

12.3.2 Complete wheel diameter must not exceed 680mm.

12.3.3 These measurements will be taken horizontally at axle height.

12.4 Wheel materialAll wheels must be made from homogenous metallic materials.

12.5 Maximum number of wheelsThe number of wheels is fixed at four. The wheels must be fitted as specified by the Auto GPchassis supplier.

12.6 Tyre SupplierTyres must be those supplied by the Auto GP tyre supplier and not modified or treated in any way.

12.7 Pressure control valves

Pressure control valves on the wheels are forbidden.

ARTICLE 13 : COCKPIT


13.1.1 The pedals may not be modified but their position may be changed for driver comfort usingonly approved Auto GP chassis supplier brake pedal pad extensions and pedal pushrodextensions.

13.1.2 The type and position of the driver's heel rest is free.

13.1.3 The position of the steering wheel may be changed for driver comfort but only by using therange of parts available from the Auto GP chassis supplier.

13.1.4 The addition of padding for driver comfort provided this is its sole purpose.

13.1.5 A clutch footrest may be added.

13.1.6 Equipment for supplying the driver with drink may be fitted in the cockpit.

13.1.7 Gearchange paddles position may be adjusted using only parts available from the Auto GPgearshift system supplier.


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13.2 Cockpit opening

13.2.1 In order to ensure that the opening giving access to the cockpit is of adequate size, the

template shown in Drawing 2 will be inserted into the survival cell and bodywork. During this testthe steering wheel, steering column, seat and all padding required by Articles 14.7.1-6 (includingfixings), may be removed and:- The template must be held horizontal and lowered vertically from above the car unit its loweredge is 525mm above the reference plane;- Referring to Drawing 2, the edge of the template which lies on the line d-e must be no less than1800mm behind the line A-A shown in Drawing 5.Any measurements made from the cockpit entry template (when referred to in Articles 13.2.3,15.3.1, 15.5.4, 15.6.4, 16.3 and 18.4) must also be made whilst the template is held in thisposition.

13.2.2 The forward extremity of the cockpit opening, even if structural and part of the survival cell,must be at least 50mm in front of the steering wheel.

13.2.3 The driver must be able to enter and get out of the cockpit without it being necessary toremove any part of the car other than the steering wheel. When seated normally, the driver mustbe facing forwards and the rearmost part of his crash helmet may be no more than 125mmforward of the rear edge of the cockpit entry template.

13.2.4 From his normal seating position, with all seat belts fastened and whilst wearing his usualdriving equipment, the driver must be able to remove the steering wheel and get out of the carwithin 5 seconds and then replace the steering wheel in its original position.

13.3 Steering wheel

The steering wheel must be fitted with a quick release mechanism operated by pulling aconcentric flange installed on the steering column behind the wheel. The quick releasemechanism must not be modified by painting or otherwise.

13.4 Internal cross section

13.4.1 A free vertical cross section, which allows the outer template shown in Drawing 3 to bepassed vertically through the cockpit to a point 100mm behind the face of the rearmost pedalwhen in an inoperative position, must be maintained over its entire length. The only things whichmay encroach on this area are the steering wheel and any padding that is required by Article14.7.7.

13.4.2 A free cross section, which allows the inner template shown in Drawing 3 to be passedvertically through the cockpit to a point 100mm behind the face of rearmost pedal when in theimperative position, must be maintained over its entire length. The only thing which may encroachon this area is the steering wheel.

13.4.3 The driver, seated normally with his seat belts fastened and with the steering wheelremoved must be able to raise both legs together so that his knees are past the plane of thesteering wheel in the rearward direction. This action must not be prevented by any part of the car.

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13.5.1 The survival cell must extend from behind the fuel tank in a rearward direction to a point atleast 300mm in front of the driver's feet, with his feet resting on the pedals and the pedals in the

inoperative position.

13.5.2 When he is seated normally, the soles of the driver's feet, resting on the pedals in theinoperative position, must not be situated forward of the front wheel centre line.

ARTICLE 14 : SAFETY EQUIPMENT


14.1.1 The shroud supplied must be fitted over the tire extinguisher.

14.1.2 The position of the rear view mirrors may be changed but the original mounting positionsmust be used.

14.1.3 The head padding cover may be painted.

14.2 Fire extinguishers

14.2.1 All cars must be fitted with a fire extinguishing system which must discharge into thecockpit and into the engine compartment.

14.2.2 Any extinguishant which has been specifically approved by the FIA is permitted.

14.2.3 The quantity of extinguishant may vary according to the type of extinguishant used, a Iist isavailable from the FIA.

14.2.4 When operated, the fire extinguishing system must discharge 95% of its contents at aconstant pressure in no less than 10 seconds and no more than 30 seconds. If more than onecontainer with extinguishant is fitted, they must be released simultaneously.

14.2.5 Each pressure vessel must be equipped with a means of checking its pressure which mayvary according to the type of extinguishant used. A Iist is available from the FIA.

14.2.6 The following information must be visible on each container with extinguishant:a) Type of extinguishant;b) Weight or volume of the extinguishant;c) Date the container must be checked which must be no more than two years after the date oftilling.

14.2.7 All parts of the extinguishing system must be situated within the survival cell and allextinguishing equipment must withstand tire.

14.2.8 Any triggering system having its own source of energy is permitted, provided it is possibleto operate all extinguishers should the main n electrical circuits of the car fail. The driver must beable to trigger the extinguishing system manually when seated normally with his safety beltsfastened and the steering wheel in place.


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Furthermore, a means of triggering from the outside must be combined with the circuit breakerswitch described in article 14.3.2. It must be marked with a letter "E" in red inside a white circle ofat least 50mm diameter with a red edge.

14.2.9 The system must work in any position, even when the car is inverted.

14.2.10 Extinguisher nozzles must be suitable for the extinguishant and be installed in such a waythat they are not directly pointed at the driver.

14.3 Master switch

14.3.1 The driver, when seated normally with safety belt fastened and steering wheel in place,must be able to cut off all electrical circuits to the ignition, all fuel pumps and the rear light bymeans of a spark proof circuit breaker switch. This switch must be located on the dashboard and

must be c1early marked by a symbol showing a red spark in a white edged blue triangle.

14.3.2 There must also be an exterior switch, with a horizontal handle, which is capable of beingoperated from a distance by a hook. This switch must be situated at the base of the main nrollover structure on the right hand side. It must be c1early marked by a symbol showing a redspark in a white-edged blue triangle of at least 50mm.

14.4 Rear view mirrors

14.4.1 All cars must have at least two mirrors mounted so that the driver has visibility to the rearand both sides of the car

14.4.2 The reflective surface of each mirror must be at least 150mm wide, this being maintainedover a height of at least 50mm. Additionally, each comer may have a radius no greater than10mm.

14.4.3 No part of the reflective surface may be less than 250m m from the car centre line or morethan 750mm from the rear of the cockpit entry template.

14.4.4 The Auto GP Technical Delegate must be satisfied by a practical demonstration that thedriver, when seated normally, can clearly define following vehicles. For this purpose, the drivershall be required to identify any letter or number, 150mm high and 100mm wide, placed anywhereon boards behind the car, the positions of which are detailed below:Height From 400mm to 1000mm from the groundWidth 2000mm either side of the centre line of carPosition 10m behind the rear axle line of the car

14.5 Safety beltsIt is mandatory to wear two shoulder straps, one abdominal strap and two straps between thelegs. These straps must be securely fixed to the car and must comply with FIA standard 8853/98.There must be an insert in the chassis to make provision for fixing a central crotch belt even if it isnot mandatory to use it.It is permitted to use twin shoulder straps and to use fixed length belts provided they are sourcedfrom the Auto GP chassis supplier.


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14.6 Rear LightAll cars must have a red light in working order throughout the event which:- Is the one supplied by the Auto GP - Faces rearwards at 90 degrees to the car centre line.

- Is c1early visible from the rear.- Is not mounted more than 100mm from the car centre line.- Is mounted between 300mm and 375mm above the reference plane.- Is no less than 450mm behind the rear wheel centre line, measured to the face of the lens andparallel to the reference plane.- Can be switched on by the driver when seated normally in the carThe three measurements above will be taken to the centre of the rear face of the light unit.

14.7 Headrest and head protection

14.7.1 All cars must be equipped with three areas of padding for the driver's head which:

- are so arranged that they can be removed from the car as one part;- are located by two horizontal pegs behind the driver's head and two fixings,which are c1early indicated and easily removable without tools, at the front corners;- are made from a material approved by the FIA.- are fitted with a cover manufactured from 60-240gsm materials which use suitable thermosettingresin systems;- are positioned so as to be the first point of contact for the driver's helmet in the event of animpact projecting his head towards them during an accident.- must not be covered with any material other than planting

14.7.1.1 It is not permitted to add additional padding to the head rest other than as detailed in thetechnical manual which otherwise must remain as supplied by the Auto GP chassis supplier,

therefore the pedals, steering wheel and paddles etc must be moved towards him using partsspecified by the Auto GP chassis supplier and the engine supplier.

14.7.1.2 Once showing signs of surface cracking the headrest surround must be replaced. Toprevent cracking it is recommended that in the pits the headrest is fitted once the driver is sat inthe car and removed before the driver exists the car

14.7.2 The first area of padding for the driver's head must be positioned behind him and bebetween 75mm and 90mm thick over an area of at least 40000mm2

14.7.3 The two further areas of padding for the driver's head must be positioned directly alongsideeach side of his helmet. The upper surfaces of these areas of padding must be at least as high asthe survival cell over their entire length. this padding must be covered in Alcantara or similar andfixed to the inside of the chassis using velcro or similar material.Each area of padding must be between 75mm and 90mm thick over an area of at least25000mm2 and may have a radius of 10mm along its upper inboard edge. When calculating theirarea, any part which is greater than 75mm thick and which Iies between the front face of the reararea of padding and the forward-most part of the driver's helmet whilst he is seated normally, willbe taken into account (area 'B' in Drawing 4). The thickness will be measured perpendicular to thecar centre line.

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head in the event of an oblique frontal impact and must therefore be made from the same materialas the other three areas of padding. These extensions must:be symmetrically positioned about the car centre line and a continuation of the

side areas of padding;- be positioned with their upper surfaces at least as high as the survival cell overtheir entire length;- have a radius on their upper inboard edge no greater than 10mm;- be positioned in order that the distance between the two is no less than360mm;- be as high as practicable within the constraints of driver comfort.

14.7.5 All of the padding described above must be so installed that if movement of the driver'shead, in any expected trajectory during an accident, were to compress the foam fully at any point,his helmet would not make contact with any structural part of the car Furthermore, for the benefit

of rescue crews all of the padding described above must be installed using the FIA approvedsystem. The method of removal must also be clearly indicated.

14.7.6 No part of the padding described above may obscure sight of any part of the driver'shelmet when he is seated normally and viewed from directly above the car

14.7.7 In order to minimise the risk of leg injury during an accident, additional areas of paddingmust be fitted each side of, and above, the driver's legs;These areas of padding must:- be made from a material approved by the FIA.- be no less than 25mm thick over their entire area;- cover the area situated between points Iying 50mm behind the centre of the point at which the

second roll structure test is carried out and 100mm behind the face of the rearmost pedal when inthe inoperative position, as shown in Drawing 4;- cover the area above the line A-A shown in Drawing 3;

14.8 Wheel retentionAll cars, whilst under their own power, must be fitted with devices which will retain any wheel inthe event of it coming loose.

14.9 Seat fixing and removal

14.9.1 In order that an injured driver may be removed from the car in his seat following anaccident, all cars must be fitted with a seat which, if it is secured, must be done so with no morethan two bolts.If bolts are used they must:- Be clearly indicated and easily accessible to rescue crews;- Be fitted vertically;- Be removable with the same tool for all Teams and which is issued to all rescue crews.

14.9.2 The seat must be equipped with receptacles which permit the fitting of belts to secure thedriver and one which will permit the fitting of a neck support

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14.9.4 Details of the tool referred to above, the belt receptacles and the neck support areavailable from the FIA Technical Department.

ARTICLE 15 : CAR CONSTRUCTION AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Car Construction, Impact Testing, Roll Structure Testing and Static c Load Testing have beendone according to the requirements of the FIA 2004 F3000 Technical Regulations, articles15,16,17,18 respectively.


15.1.1 Replacement nuts, bolts and washers need not be supplied by the Auto GP chassissupplier but must be of the same material and specification.

15.1.2 The rear impact absorbing structure may be planted.

ARTICLE 16 : FUEL AND OIL

16.1 Fuel

16.1.1 Auto GP will designate a supplier of fuel who will be required to supply a single type of fuelat each Event. Competitors may only use this fuel in an Event.

16.1.2 Once supplied nothing may be added to the fuel.

16.2 Air

Only air may be mixed with the fuel as an oxidant.

16.3 Engine OilOnly engine oil supplied by Auto GP may be used. No additives may be used.

16.4 Transmission OilOnly transmission oil supplied by Auto GP may be used. No additives may be used.

ARTICLE 17 : FINAL TEXT

The final text for these regulations shall be the English version which will be used should anydispute arises over their interpretation. Headings and typeface in this document are for ease ofreference only and do not form part of these Technical Regulations.

Appendix

1- LOLA B0552 Technical description2- FIA 2004 F3000 Structure Testing Record


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