Thunderslot Can Am Challenge 2020 Nascot Wood May 10th 2020

Aw, c'mon. Don't tease us.

Can I have some, please?

Great poster too, but before it spreads too far, you may want to add the missing apostrophe! Apologies for the pedantry, but I'm sure I'm not the only one to notice it.

I was thinking about the apostrophe and it unbalanced it... but I'll change it, that way you won't have the usual nightmares.

Marc

Lol. My car failed the NSR Classic scrutineering for being 0.06g underweight, which is probably less than an apostrophe weighs, so I'm used to the nightmares!

Looks like it will be a great event though, so hopefully I'll be free on that weekend.

Lol. My car failed the NSR Classic scrutineering for being 0.06g underweight, which is probably less than an apostrophe weighs, so I'm used to the nightmares!

Looks like it will be a great event though, so hopefully I'll be free on that weekend.

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Ric's going through all the rules at the moment as the original was in Italian... and then Google-translated (I think) to English. They are quite easy and nothing strange, but... just in case

Marc

OK - here's the regulations sent by Giovanni. They are fairly simple and basically you can only use Thunderslot parts.

I am still waiting for absolute confirmation from Terry at Gaugemaster as to how many drivers can qualify for the final - He initially told me that simply entering one round will allow you to race at Gaydon, which I personally think is a good idea, and I don't see why this will change.

At Nascot Wood we will do 6 heats for each driver, but best 5 to count. These will then place you in finals - so in theory if you qualify last, you have an outside chance of working your way up to the top and winning. Obviously other clubs might have their own system.

I have also been told that there will be good prizes for 1st, 2nd 3rd at each round.

TECHNICAL RULES FOR THE THUNDERSLOT

CANAM CHALLENGE 2019 - 2020

The technical rules applied here are based on stock box cars with some modifications as listed below.

It is permissible to race both versions of the Thunderslot Lola - the T70 MKIII Coupé and T70 Spyder - as well as the McLaren M6A/B and the new model McLaren-Elva

The improvements are allowed as follows:

1) Front tyres can be replaced with the Thunderslot spare part code TYR003FR.

2) The stock rear rims RMR001AL (dia14.3mm.) can be replaced with the Thunderslot spare part code RMR002AL (dia14.85mm.).

3) The sponge rings Thunderslot spare code RMRFM001 can be fitted to the wheel rims.

4) It is permissible to use other makes' axles, as long as they are not hollowed or machined down.

5) Gluing the standard bronze axle bearings to the motor mount is allowed.

6) Braids and motor wires are free, but standard Thunderslot guide must be used.

7) It is permissible to replace the original white 32-tooth gear with the spare parts Blue 31T GE31SWP or the Orange 30T GE30SWP.

8) It is permissible to replace the stock black motor mount with the Thunderslot spares codes MTS001G (grey) or MTS001S (dark grey).

9) It is permissible to replace each one of the four standard black chassis in accordance with the following list :

Lola T70 MKIII Coupé - grey CHS001G and dark grey CHS001S

Lola T70 Spyder - grey CHS002G and dark grey CHS002S

McLaren M6A/B - grey CHS003G and dark grey CHS003S

McLaren-Elva - grey CHS004G and dark grey CHS004S

10) The adding of Allen screws, spares code SC2.5HEX, on the chassis' four lateral holes to set the body on the chassis itself is allowed.

11) Rear view mirrors can be missing.

12) On the Lola Spyder, you may install washers between the front screw posts and the chassis pods to a maximum thickness of 1.5 mm.

13) On the Lola Spyder, it is permissible to remove the dummy gearbox and replace it with a washer of 1.0mm thickness.

14) The racing tyres TYR004R will be supplied by the organisers and must be fitted prior to the car entering Parc Fermé. Any kind of liquid / goop is strictly forbidden at all times! Tyres may not be reduced in overall diameter prior to the start of the racing, though it is permissible to remove any moulding discrepancies or flashing.

15) Motors - The only motor allowed is the standard Thunderslot 21.5K Ref: TSLMTMACH21 using the 11 tooth pinion ref: PN11PL

16) All motors must be fitted with the Thunderslot 11 tooth pinion. They will be checked for revs and magnetic field before entering Parc Fermé.

17) In the case of a self-painted bodyshell, fluorescent paint is not allowed. Period colour schemes are encouraged and cars must carry a minimum of three racing numbers.

18) The wheel inserts must be installed.

19) The minimum body weight for the Lola T70 Coupé is 17g whilst for the Lola T70 Spyder it is 13g.

20) Maximum width across the rear wheels is 61mm.

21) Adding weight is allowed, but it must be securely fixed to the chassis area (inside the car) and be invisible from the outside.

22) The fitting of a Thunderslot suspension kit is permitted - Ref: TSLSUSK003.

Driver entries (so far) for Nascot Wood:

The cost per driver is £10.00 payable in advance (non refundable).

Graham Eldridge

Mark Long

Martin Dixson

Nic Child

Nicholas Child

Marc Abbott

Neil Thompson

Alan Wilkinson

Paul Hearne

Russell Turner

Steve Mitchell

Darren Tidmarsh

Ray Brownson

Yusuf Syed

Maurice Eldridge

Preston Eldridge

Gary Long

Martin Brownson

Paul Bizzell

Gary Cannell

Dave Druce

Andy Player

Giovanni Montiglio

Entries at Nascot Wood update...

Graham Eldridge

Mark Long

Martin Dixson

Nic Child

Nicholas Child

Marc Abbott

Neil Thompson

Alan Wilkinson

Paul Hearne

Russell Turner

Steve Mitchell

Darren Tidmarsh

Ray Brownson

Yusuf Syed

Maurice Eldridge

Preston Eldridge

Gary Long

Martin Brownson

Paul Bizzell

Gary Cannell

Dave Druce

Andy Player
Arif Syed

Giovanni Montiglio

Looking forward to this - sounds a blast. And it's a very nice upgrade to Giovanni's traditional eve-of-Gaydon Thunderslot thrash at Nascot Wood.

Thanks for sharing Marc - it would have been rude to keep it under your hat. Twenty-four on the grid already is fabulous. Hopefully we can add a few more from Worthing.

I'm guessing those interested in the other two rounds/events/qualifiers could contact the clubs involved to register their interest

I'll await the qualifying criteria for the grand final in due course - it is nearly six months away...

Confirmed entries so far...

Graham Eldridge

Mark Long - PAID

Martin Dixson - PAID

Nic Child

Nicholas Child

Marc Abbott - PAID

Alan Wilkinson - PAID

Russell Turner - PAID

Ray Brownson - PAID

Yusuf Syed - PAID

Maurice Eldridge

Preston Eldridge

Gary Long

Martin Brownson - PAID

Paul Bizzell - PAID

Gary Cannell - PAID

Dave Druce

Andy Player

Arif Syed - PAID

Ed Pink - PAID

Martin Cannell - PAID

Andy Player