1999 FORMULA JUNIOR RACING REGULATIONS

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Definition
General Characteristics
Mechanical Components
Chassis
Body
Prohibitions
Exceptions

I.       DEFINITION

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A Formula Junior car is built from 1958 through 1963, conforming to the F.I.A. Regulations of that time and to current Monoposto Racing Regulations.

II.     GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS

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        a      Minimum wheelbase: 2000 mm    Minimum Track: 1100 mm
b. Maximum body width: 950 mm (measured outside)
c. Maximum engine capacity: 1100 cc
d. Minimum weight: 400 Kg. measured with the car in "running order," complete, less fuel.


III.     MECHANICAL COMPONENTS

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        a.         The engine, including cyclinder head, must be of a type used in a car classed by the F.I.A. in the touring category built before December 31, 1963.  Number and position of parts must be as the original touring car.
b. The gearbox must be that of an F.I.A. recognized touring car built before December 31, 1963.  Complete freedom is left with regard to the number and stagin of ratios.  For additional gearbox information see Race Classes.
c. Brakes must be original as specified by constructor for that model.   Updated brake systems acceptable if utilized by same constructor for late type Formula Junior chassis (may change class).
d. The system and principle of aspiration must be the same as the car from which the engine is taken.
e. The cylinder capacities specified int he regulations may be achieved only by modifying the original bore.
f. The car must have an electric starter.
g. Wheels should be of original size.  Non-original wheels must conform to the general aesthetic outline of the vehicle
h. Tires
Tires Make Size/FRONT Compound Size/Rear Compound
12" wheels Dunlop 450L-12 CR65 204 450L-12 CR65 204
13" wheels Dunlop 450L-13 CR65 204 550L-13 CR65 204
14" wheels Dunlop 550L-14 CR65 204 550L-14 CR65 204
15" wheels Dunlop 450L-15 CR48 204 500L-15 CR65 204

Rain tire not allowed.  Additional grooving or hand cutting are not allowed.


IV.     CHASSIS

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The chassis frame must follow the original design but local stiffening is permitted.   Suspension shall not be adjustable unless originally manufactured in this form.

 

V.     BODY

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An open single seater conforming to the original design with permissible modifications restricted to replacement panels of alternative materials.

VI.     PROHIBITIONS

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It is not permitted:

        a.         To use an engine with one or more overhead camshafts.
b. To use a self locking torque biasing, limited slip or locking differential or any form of locked axle.
c. To change the number of crankshaft bearings.
d. To change the location of the camshaft.
e. To modify the stroke.
f. To change the type or make of engine originally fitted.
g. To display any advertising decal other than the car manufacturer's official emblem, or that of a series or race sponsor.
h. To change the location of the parts in the cylinder head.


VII.     EXCEPTIONS

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It is permitted to strengthen the chassis as required to support roll bars, seat bet anchors, fire bottles, or any other equipement which increases the safety factor of the vehicle.