Cake will be available at Cadwell!!!!!!!?????? ;D ;D ;D
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#2
24h-Race / That time of year
July 13, 2010, 16:43:39
Predictions for this years race will be soon posted. Any critical points will be happily received. The commentator at Croft specifically asked for the predictions this year as he will be diong the bit at Snet next month. Any driver details gratefully accepted or "see you in court" as they say. ;D
#3
The latest figure for the confirmed entry this year stands at 23. This is ahead of what we normally have at this time and suggests that we will have another large grid for the race. Most people have taken advantage of the "early bird discount" this year with theclosing date for that being 14th June. :D
#4
Technical / Resignation
August 13, 2009, 11:51:06
The angry feelings surrounding the situation of the illegal Whitwell engine have lead to conditions threatening the 2CV Racing Club's survival. A protest was common knowledge to the aggrieved party for at least six weeks before. Indeed legal advice, though unofficial, was sought on the matter. Knowing that the protest was looming prior to the race a threat was made by Mark Turner that, due to an appeal he would enter, the result of the championshipand the 24 hour race would take the maximun permitted time of 28 days to resolve. Therefore ensuring that the whole situation would be fiasco in front of nearly 400 people. Nobody would know where they had finished in the race or the championship until the appeal was resolved. Knowing that this was the situation I appealed to Trevor Williams that he should not enter his protest at the end of the race on the grounds of damage limitation. He agreed that the protest would not suit the clubs best interests at the end of the race for reasons as stated above. I now stand accused of being conspirital in the sucessful Trevor Williams protest. This has led so far to cause Andy Smith to finish 2CV racing and the demise of the team driving in Belgium.
A protest was lodged about the legality of the engines used by Whitwell at Snetterton this year. The MSA scrutineers deemed the engines to be illegal and not to be used for this meeting. This is not the first time that they have been officially found to be cheating. At this point their only alternative was to return the car to the trailer and return home. John Felix together with the technical director of the club, Philip Myatt, and Paul Robertson spent a great deal of time and effort to ensure that Whitwell could race, supply a serious front running engine and alter the time span of the appeal to suit Whitwell's appeal requirements. This opportunity was eventually declined by Whitwell for whatever reason. Following the meeting enquiries have been made to the effect that if Trevor Williams renewed his membership that members of the Whitwell team would not. This current situation has lead me to a position therefore leaving no alternative than to resign from the management committee immediately
A protest was lodged about the legality of the engines used by Whitwell at Snetterton this year. The MSA scrutineers deemed the engines to be illegal and not to be used for this meeting. This is not the first time that they have been officially found to be cheating. At this point their only alternative was to return the car to the trailer and return home. John Felix together with the technical director of the club, Philip Myatt, and Paul Robertson spent a great deal of time and effort to ensure that Whitwell could race, supply a serious front running engine and alter the time span of the appeal to suit Whitwell's appeal requirements. This opportunity was eventually declined by Whitwell for whatever reason. Following the meeting enquiries have been made to the effect that if Trevor Williams renewed his membership that members of the Whitwell team would not. This current situation has lead me to a position therefore leaving no alternative than to resign from the management committee immediately
#5
24h-Race / 2009 Garages & Official Entry
August 03, 2009, 09:22:31
Garage
1 Fine Print Racing
2 Keith Shoebridge
3 Inworth Racing Extravaganza
4 Fox & Fox
5 Rambo
6 Level 42 Racing
7 Team Stinky
8 Badgeroo Racing
9 Thames Gateway College
10 Green Electrician
11 Tete Rouge #01/#3
12 Tony Robinson
13 J B Doors
14 Lien Davis - Flat Twin Racing
15 Hollis Racing
16 Dutch Entry
17 Crisis Racing
18 Lucky Jon Racing
19 Team RSR
20 Grease Monkey Racing
21 BTM Racing Simon Bowrey
22 Crossways Academy London
23 Whitwell Garage
24 Twin Snails Racing
25 Stingray Racing
26 Gadget Racing
1 Fine Print Racing
2 Keith Shoebridge
3 Inworth Racing Extravaganza
4 Fox & Fox
5 Rambo
6 Level 42 Racing
7 Team Stinky
8 Badgeroo Racing
9 Thames Gateway College
10 Green Electrician
11 Tete Rouge #01/#3
12 Tony Robinson
13 J B Doors
14 Lien Davis - Flat Twin Racing
15 Hollis Racing
16 Dutch Entry
17 Crisis Racing
18 Lucky Jon Racing
19 Team RSR
20 Grease Monkey Racing
21 BTM Racing Simon Bowrey
22 Crossways Academy London
23 Whitwell Garage
24 Twin Snails Racing
25 Stingray Racing
26 Gadget Racing
#6
24h-Race / Valves & Spoilers
July 23, 2009, 16:35:03
I will be taking the last few remaining engine valves and front spoilers to Snetterton. Please ring in advance to secure. Remember that you can have valves OR spoilers but as the rules state you cannot have valves AND spoilers ;D ;D ;D ;D
#7
24h-Race / Now is the time to enter
April 28, 2009, 16:55:27
All drivers and helpers at Silverstone have been the official entry form for the 24 hour race for 2009. If anybody requires an entry form also please either contact myself or Paul at Tete Rouge for one. Now the interesting bit as we go into yet another bank holiday - the price.
This year after discusions with BARC the price has been agreed at £1790. This represents an increase of 1.7% over last year. The price includes garage use for the entire meeting and Friday test sessions. These are likely to run as they did last year with two in the morning and two in the afternoon. Due to the success of the after race entertainment and food we will be repeating this with just a £1 donation to the marshalls fund required.
Day membership remains at £30 per driver for the meeting. Please note that this year and ongoing that this will be required to be paid with the entry before the meeting. Your drivers will know whether they are members or not.
Completed entry forms can be submitted with a minimum deposit of £400 during May & June. The balance will be required no later than July 28th. All entries received before May 31st [Cadwell meeting, I should be there] will be entered into the free fuel draw. This year the winner will receive a refund of their fuel cost for the race and two further lucky will receive two half price tickets to the dinner dance.
Any further questions please ask directly to myself or Paul :) :)
This year after discusions with BARC the price has been agreed at £1790. This represents an increase of 1.7% over last year. The price includes garage use for the entire meeting and Friday test sessions. These are likely to run as they did last year with two in the morning and two in the afternoon. Due to the success of the after race entertainment and food we will be repeating this with just a £1 donation to the marshalls fund required.
Day membership remains at £30 per driver for the meeting. Please note that this year and ongoing that this will be required to be paid with the entry before the meeting. Your drivers will know whether they are members or not.
Completed entry forms can be submitted with a minimum deposit of £400 during May & June. The balance will be required no later than July 28th. All entries received before May 31st [Cadwell meeting, I should be there] will be entered into the free fuel draw. This year the winner will receive a refund of their fuel cost for the race and two further lucky will receive two half price tickets to the dinner dance.
Any further questions please ask directly to myself or Paul :) :)
#8
Races (not 24 hr) / Championship Registration
March 18, 2009, 15:26:25
To all those that have entered for the coming season please note that you NEED to register with BARC for the championship. This year there is one form which will cover all meetings excluding the 24. Either request one from Nicola at BARC or register online. When Nicola receives the completed form tickets and final instructions will be issued. I am informed that due to a new admin system that there is a delay in issue of documents for Silverstone at the moment. It is not unusual to receive tickets on the day before the meeting. If any one has any issues with the above please contact me directly thru' normal channels
Steve
Steve
#9
General Discussion / Because of its speed it is safer!!!!!! Article from the Sheffield Star
January 02, 2009, 10:21:12
Police Evo-lution fast way to beat crime
High performance: The Mitzubishi Lancer Evo 10 can reach speeds of 150mph and outperform most other cars Pictures: Dennis Lound
« Previous « PreviousNext » Next »View GalleryADVERTISEMENTPublished Date: 29 December 2008
By Claire Lewis
Crime reporter
Criminals beware - a super fast car more at home on a racetrack has been unveiled by police in South Yorkshire as the latest weapon in the fight against crime.
IT can reach speeds of 150mph, out-performing most other cars on the roads a making it virtually impossible for villains to evade capture.
Police chiefs have added the Mitzubishi Lancer Evo 10 to their road crime unit - boosting an already impressive fleet of earlier edition Evos.
And its reputation is going before it, with some drivers being followed by the car pulling over as soon as they see it in their rear mirror.
Inspector Simon Slack, head of South Yorkshire Police's the road crime unit, said criminals have told them there is no point trying to outrun the car.
"We have had a lot of people we have stopped tell us that they thought about trying to do a runner but saw what car we were in and realised there was no point - we can reach speeds of 150mph, nothing is going to get away from us," he said.
Like all Evos the car is fitted with state-of-the-art number plate recognition technology, registering every car which passes and detecting those of interest to the police, such as stolen cars and vehicles known to be used by criminals and suspects.
It also boasts video recording equipment, a tracking system and the latest communication technology.
The road crime unit was set up three years ago and has proved a huge success in identifying and capturing criminals.
In October and November alone it was responsible for 64 arrests and the recovery of 35 stolen vehicles, valued at £225,00.
Operations carried out by the unit has led to the seizure of a further 236 vehicles for having no insurance and stopping cars led to the discovery of crack cocaine worth £18,000.
And earlier this month amphetamine worth £50,000 was found in another car stopped by the team.
Insp Slack said the fast car is a huge asset to the team - with all the Evos working together "as a pack", blitzing an area in pre-planned operations to making it impossible for criminals and suspects to escape.
He said its speed is one of its greatest plus points.
"The beauty of the car is its performance - the speed it can reach, its acceleration rate and its grip on the road," he said.
"Criminals are using really nice fast cars these days so we need to stay one step ahead of them to avoid them getting away.
"The Evo has a reputation as being fiercely quick and when they are in our hands and working together as a team it sends out a strong message to criminals that they will not get away,
"Our unit was set up because all criminals use the roads and that is when they are most vulnerable."
He said because of its speed the car is safer than any others in police pursuits.
For example, if a criminal is trying to escape, officers can slow down when going through red traffic lights or pulling out of junctions, knowing their car has the ability to speed up again and catch the suspect's vehicle in no time - and avoid putting other road users at risk.
The car is also fitted with a carbon fibre roll cage - making it more robust than normal cars if criminals are boxed in by the Evos and try to force their way out.
Other cars may have ended up with damaged bodywork, but the Evo is designed to withstand impacts.
The beauty of the Evo is they are instantly recognisable to road users and criminals know there is no escape.
But Insp Slack warned - the unit also has unmarked high performance cars in its fleet as well as motorbikes which can also reach a top speed of 150mph.
He added: "We want to deny criminals the use of the road. They all travel but so do we and we are out there watching and waiting and ready to act."
*We drive the Evo in Motors Today on Friday
High performance: The Mitzubishi Lancer Evo 10 can reach speeds of 150mph and outperform most other cars Pictures: Dennis Lound
« Previous « PreviousNext » Next »View GalleryADVERTISEMENTPublished Date: 29 December 2008
By Claire Lewis
Crime reporter
Criminals beware - a super fast car more at home on a racetrack has been unveiled by police in South Yorkshire as the latest weapon in the fight against crime.
IT can reach speeds of 150mph, out-performing most other cars on the roads a making it virtually impossible for villains to evade capture.
Police chiefs have added the Mitzubishi Lancer Evo 10 to their road crime unit - boosting an already impressive fleet of earlier edition Evos.
And its reputation is going before it, with some drivers being followed by the car pulling over as soon as they see it in their rear mirror.
Inspector Simon Slack, head of South Yorkshire Police's the road crime unit, said criminals have told them there is no point trying to outrun the car.
"We have had a lot of people we have stopped tell us that they thought about trying to do a runner but saw what car we were in and realised there was no point - we can reach speeds of 150mph, nothing is going to get away from us," he said.
Like all Evos the car is fitted with state-of-the-art number plate recognition technology, registering every car which passes and detecting those of interest to the police, such as stolen cars and vehicles known to be used by criminals and suspects.
It also boasts video recording equipment, a tracking system and the latest communication technology.
The road crime unit was set up three years ago and has proved a huge success in identifying and capturing criminals.
In October and November alone it was responsible for 64 arrests and the recovery of 35 stolen vehicles, valued at £225,00.
Operations carried out by the unit has led to the seizure of a further 236 vehicles for having no insurance and stopping cars led to the discovery of crack cocaine worth £18,000.
And earlier this month amphetamine worth £50,000 was found in another car stopped by the team.
Insp Slack said the fast car is a huge asset to the team - with all the Evos working together "as a pack", blitzing an area in pre-planned operations to making it impossible for criminals and suspects to escape.
He said its speed is one of its greatest plus points.
"The beauty of the car is its performance - the speed it can reach, its acceleration rate and its grip on the road," he said.
"Criminals are using really nice fast cars these days so we need to stay one step ahead of them to avoid them getting away.
"The Evo has a reputation as being fiercely quick and when they are in our hands and working together as a team it sends out a strong message to criminals that they will not get away,
"Our unit was set up because all criminals use the roads and that is when they are most vulnerable."
He said because of its speed the car is safer than any others in police pursuits.
For example, if a criminal is trying to escape, officers can slow down when going through red traffic lights or pulling out of junctions, knowing their car has the ability to speed up again and catch the suspect's vehicle in no time - and avoid putting other road users at risk.
The car is also fitted with a carbon fibre roll cage - making it more robust than normal cars if criminals are boxed in by the Evos and try to force their way out.
Other cars may have ended up with damaged bodywork, but the Evo is designed to withstand impacts.
The beauty of the Evo is they are instantly recognisable to road users and criminals know there is no escape.
But Insp Slack warned - the unit also has unmarked high performance cars in its fleet as well as motorbikes which can also reach a top speed of 150mph.
He added: "We want to deny criminals the use of the road. They all travel but so do we and we are out there watching and waiting and ready to act."
*We drive the Evo in Motors Today on Friday
#10
Technical / Engine Valves for 2009
December 03, 2008, 15:09:13
;D
The club is now in possession of new one piece valves. These are available on a first come first served basis.
All the same price of £12.50 inc vat
Carriage via Post Office is £5.00
Ring 07779 609588 working hours or 01653 618340 [Eve]
Steve
PS Buy now for that Christmas special gift. The lady will love them!!! 8)
The club is now in possession of new one piece valves. These are available on a first come first served basis.
All the same price of £12.50 inc vat
Carriage via Post Office is £5.00
Ring 07779 609588 working hours or 01653 618340 [Eve]
Steve
PS Buy now for that Christmas special gift. The lady will love them!!! 8)
#11
Races (not 24 hr) / Championship standings before Mallory
August 15, 2008, 13:41:18
See attatchment now revised re Paul
#12
24h-Race / Latest Details
July 29, 2008, 12:47:13
To all of you who have entered and those who are interested.
First and foremost THANK YOU.
Final instructions and tickets will be sent out from BARC this week and should be with you by the weekend. Certain entries refrained from giving an address so I will be taking their BARC packs with me to arrive Thursday.
Garage allocation is shown below. Those that requested a certain garage/team combination have their wish. Anybody requiring an alteration please contact me as I have to inform the circuit organisers of this.
1 Fine Print Racing
2 Inworth Racing
3 John Coyle #1 Rambo
4 John Coyle #2
5 Whitwell #1 Ben Allen
6 JB Doors
7 Team Oily Dwarf
8 Whitwell Hire
9 Twin Snails #1
10 Green Electrician [7]
11 Tete Rouge#1 Trevor [tr#2]
12 Tete Rouge#3
13 MWR Motors
14 Broad Peak Racing
15 Stinky
16 Imbriglio Racing
17 Team RSR Racing [Ecas]
18 Steve Jaques [43]
19 Shoebridge #1 Jack Gabriel
20 Shoebridge #2
21 Race hire Woolies of Hingham
22 Crisis Racing
23 Lucky John Racing
24 Hollis Racing
25 Gadget Racing Gate-A- Mation #2
26 Gate-A- Mation #1
We appear to have a final figure of 32 this year.
and finally the predictions and latest news so far with more to follow
A few days to go to Go - Latest News
Ecas the Return - Car 96 RSR Racing
2007 - Car 1st 9 laps up. RSR 31st 137 laps down
This is the car that actually defined the "Country Mile" in 2007 by leading from start to finish in torrential rain to win by 9 laps. Out of the team that drove that race last year only Phil Myatt remains to race this year. "Captain Fast", or "PP" to those close to him, will not be in the Ecas car this year but forms part of another "Dream team" in the Tete Rouge #1 car. The car itself has new owners this yeay in the form of RSR Racing. RSR purchased the car in the 2008 pre-season from owner Edward Mason.
RSR have done extensive pre race testing at several circuits but mainly at Snetterton. Meticulous preperation on all points have been the watchword for this team. Indeed they have yet to fully test the special "DHL" engine which has been specially rebuilt by ECAS chief mechanic Geoff Archer. The complexities of this engine meant that Geoff retained the engine for longer than normal to ensure is was going to be perfect. Tony Gamond, Steve Chappell and Chris Bearman in the now number 96 car are feeling that their effort last year of finishing 31st out of 35 was not reflective of their potential. Steve Chappell feels ultra confident of a podium finish now that they have a car fitting their talent.
Garage : 17/18
Tete Rouge/Myatts.co.uk - Car 1
2007 - 5th 15 laps down
Last year this was the pole car which led from the start until 20 yards into the race when a smashed rocker left if marooned just past the pit exit. By the time the car was back on the track it was 11 laps down in 35th place. On a more level playing field they would have given ECAS a better run for their money. But!!!!!!!!!!!!
On the back of this imperfect performance the Tete Rouge #1 team have been ruthlessly disbanded. There is now no room for Pete Sparrow the past multiple championship winner and probably THE most successful 2CV racing driver ever. In has come Captain Fast, Phil Myatt, to lead a new generation of drivers to lead the charge to return the 24 hour trophy to Tete Rouge. The secret weapon though in the Tete Rouge armour is the arrival of "Dangerous Dave" O'Keeffe. Out of contract with Gadget Racing David didn't have to think twice about the chance to race in more reliable equipment. Paul will do well to control this beast. Third driver is the ultra reliable Sammie Fritchley who was Tete Rouge owner Paul Robertson's first choice on the team sheet. The fourth driver to complete the lineup is a welcome return to a previous 24 hour race winner, Roger Lott. This latest addition firmly cements the Tete rouge car as favourite for second place. To concentrate on the race fully supporting the number one car Tete Rouge have decided to not enter their number two car. Extensive engine testing is taking place with development parts coming from all round the country.
Garage : 11/12
Crisis Racing - Car 40
2007 - 13th 39 laps down
2006 found Crisis Racing in crisis at the 24 hour race. 32nd out of 33 starters. 2007 wasn't expected to be much better but Nick Roads and team confounded the critics by storming to a 13th out of 35. Indeed a top 10 finish looked possible until late problems sent them backwards. Several engines have been with Tete Rouge during the pre season and with development now find that they will be on the pace. Nick Roads is keeping his final driver lineup secret as yet and has only named Hugh McCurrich from last year to drive this year so far. With the determined preperation taking place everybody is confident that Nick will guide this car into the top ten and possibly more. Paul, at Tete Rouge, has already been discussing with Nick the possiblity of Crisis "fluking" a podium!!
Garage : 21/22
Racehire.com - Car 70
2007 - not entered
Marc Fenner, owner of the car, has managed to put together a remarkable array of driver talant with no less that 2007 Legend World Champion Glenn Burtenshaw. Glenn's co-driver in the Legend series, Robin Webb, is also scheduled to drive. This isn't the first time this pair have driven here but the lineup shows the serious intention of the entry. Louis Roper and Ben Thomas will not let the side down here as co-drivers and expect to be on the podium as a minimum return. Glenn says he is not used to losing!!
Garage 21/22
Whitwell Motorsport - Car 84
2007 - not entered
This is the REDHOT favourite for the race this year. No expense has been spared on the preperation of this car. Literally thousands of pounds alone have been invested in engine development. Whitwell Motorsport using their own rolling road have many hours of work in producing their race winning engines. Mark Turner, team owner and number one driver, has assurred his team that the car will deliver at Snetterton. Infact pole, fastest lap and the race have been guaranteed by Mark. Enquiries about the "country mile" distance [now standing at 9 laps set by Ecas the Return in 2007] have also been made. Andy Smith who only trails PP in the Championship this season leads the rest of the drivers consisting of Mad Pete and Martin Hindley. Congratulations to Martin also who now can drop his yellow novice cross for this race.
Illegal modifications on the car found at the last race which led to eventual disqualification have apparently been resolved now. This actually led to Mark having to virtual rebuild the car. Reliability has been specially built into the car to enable Whitwell to look after six cars for this meeting. Adjoining garages and a large crew will enable to Whitwell their ambition this year of filling the podium and all cars finishing in the top ten.
Garage 5/6/7/8
MWR Racing - Car 69
2007 - not entered
A very large welcome return to international superstar, Mike Lindup, founder member of Level 42. Mike is no newcomer to 2cv racing having regularly competed in the 1990s. Mike will not join the proceedings until Saturday pm as he has a gig in Germany on the Friday. This is a proper "international racing driver" who will have a car waiting at London City airport to whisk him to Snetterton. A lot of work has been put into this car and expectations are high. Mike has enrolled the services of top drivers in the shape of Mark Waghorn, Peter Whelan and Elliot Dalkin. Mark is looking forward to telling Paul Robertson in the adjoining garage where he has been going wrong for the last 10 years.
Broad Peak Racing - Car 30
2007 - 23rd 83 laps down
New racing team Broad Peak Racing are entering the race for the second time. As with other second timers they know what to expect this time and will significantly improve on 23rd place. Dave Edmonston "Piston Ed" is now keen to improve and with extensive preperation this year is hoping for a top ten finish. Fellow drivers Mark Benson, Graham Ewings and James Hall are all intent on ensuring this ambition is met.
Fineprint Racing - Car 97
2007 - 12th 35 laps down
2006 - 26th 69 laps down
Team owner, Martin Harrold, has this year put together a daunting driver lineup to make a long time ambition of winning the race a realistic target. Latest addition is the services of ex-touring car driver Carl Breeze. Carl is now in his second season of Seat Cupra Cup and is currently second in that championship. Living locally at King's Lynn, Carl's local track should prove no problem to swift progress. Expect to see this car qualify high and run stongly early on. Martin will be joined in the driving work by long time team member, Auto Sport editor, Edd Straw. A top 5 finish would be a reasonable target here as long as the car remains reliable.
Tete Rouge 3 - Car 79
2007 - 3rd 10 laps down
2006 - 13th 28 laps down
These guys are so far up for the race it's unreal. Confidence is so high that silverware is guaranteed. Car owner, Tim Ward, believes his "Rent Boys" could really upset the favourites here. This was the top finishing Tete Rouge car last year much to the annoyance of Tete Rouge owner Paul Robertson. Lead driver Meyrick Cox is taking a well earned rest from his day job at Rothschild's in London to lead his hand picked drivers. Meyrick "Custard" Cox is reputed not to race without plenty of custard but hopes new German race licence holder Anthony "Crash" Coxon will not be performing his 3.30am party trick at this race. Crashy, who has plenty of endurance racing experience, refers to an unfortunate sequence of three 24 hour races (2 at the German Ring) in which he crashed between 3.30 and 3.35 am every time!!!! Sweden is represented by Christer "Pyjamas" Hallgren and the full lineup is topped with Alec "Ace" Graham. Alec, based in Halifax, is no newcomer to the race and feels he shouldn't hold the car back as previous this year. Both Tete Rouge cars should be dominant this year in what should be a close race.
nworth Racing - Car 42
2007 - 28th 111 laps down
2006 - Did not enter
Lack of race experience in 2cv is probably the only reason Inworth Racing is trailing so far down the grid. Perhaps last years disappointing finish was not representative of the talent laying within the team. Morgan Racing have only high regards for their drivers. Joining forces with Fineprint in the garages is a positive step forward and together with Martin's luck should bring a slight improvement in a race finish.
Team Stinky - Car
2007 - 4th 14 laps down
2006 - 30th 111 laps down
Seasoned 24 hours racers and annual entrants will be seriously looking to go to the top rung here this year. The same driver lineup is positive proof that the team have a belief a winning finish is their destiny. Last year some slick pit work enabled a serious challenge to be made and were unfortunate enough to be smashed by the ECAS country mile victory. Some average races so far this championship have not shown the car at its best, but this race always brings out its best. Tactically the best team in the race probably.
JB Doors Racing - Car 90
2007 - 7th 21 laps down
2006 - 15th 29 laps down
The original Joe 90 Silver Bullet car is back with a solid chance to break into the podium places so long as reliability issues are resolved. Oliver Hall is the secret weapon this year. Nobody stops Oli!!! Owner Darren Baker has also enlisted the services of Whitwell Motorsport to run the car for 2008. Results haven't been what was expected but the car can be quick. Julian Woods brings his enormous biking experience to bolster the teams chances. During testing at Croft recently Julian definetly got to grips with the car taking the engine to its absolute limits.
Gate-a-mation #1 - Car 59
2007 - 9th 29 laps down
2006 - not entered
Two cars out all season from this team show the commitment is now back with Greg Wheeler and Andy Pirt. Always the best looking car [at the start!!] sometimes only goes quick with Greg installed. But strangely Andy has been by far the quicker and is well up in the championship with a fair chance of getting the runners up spot. New doors have been fitted as one of them had a scratch. This is their dedication to perfection. With such effort put into the event this year we could quite easily see Gate-a-mation winning the race.
Team Twin Snails - Car 12
2007 - 10th 31 laps down
2006 - 7th 16 laps down
The club chairman has brought on board fresh input with drivers this year to take that step on the podium he richly deserves. A new engine builder for this season has brought mixed returns so far but could this just a sandbagging for the main event. Tete Rouge have rebuilt the car ensuring that structural issues affecting the handling have been resolved. This car should make a strong showing and be in the mix when it matters
The Green Electrician - Car 7
2007 - 11th 34 laps down
2006 - 18th 34 laps down
This is the ex-MRB car which has always done well here. Matt Riley has been extremely quick in this car all season in the championship. Apart from one or two awkward moments he would not be far off leading the title race. Welcome back to Paul Taylor and Simon Pearson for their annual drive. Nick Grant makes up this bound to be reliable front running entry under the new guise of The Green Electrician!!!!
Team Oily Dwarf - Car 88
2007 - 18th 53 laps down
2006 - 20th 46 laps down
Geoff Turral takes a break away from his normal occupation of Porsche [UK] director and brings his silky smooth driving technique back to Snetterton this year. After breaking part of the suspension during last years event Geoff has has the car professionally rebuilt at Whitwell Motorsport by Mark Turner. Finally Geoff and co drivers Todd Worthington and Gareth Jones will have no excuse over reliability this year. Watch out for the livid no sorry vivid green car being crewed by Whitwell.
Lucky Jon Racing - Car 67
2007 - 20th 58 laps down
2006 - 5th 13 laps down
Last years result should not be taken as a serious decline for Lucky Jon Racing. Indeed they have decided to forgo the sprint championship this season and concentrate all efforts on a top six finish. Julian Winn brings extensive experience after being heavily involved in the ECAS glory years with ex-ace drivers "King" Richard Dalton and Pete Sparrow.
Hollis Motorsport - Car 71
2007 - 21st 78 laps down
2006 - 2nd 4 laps down
A 21st place last year was an enormous disappointment to the aspirations of this team. The car started the season very quickly at Silverstone only to suffer a DNF late in the first race. This year Richard and Matt are to launch their secret weapon on the race in the form of Nigelspeed Hollis. This is a car that if it remains reliable then a podium would beckon again.
Wooly's of Hingham - Car 27
2007 - 25th 99 laps down
2006 - Did not enter
This team have entered late but come with a wealth of race driving experience. The finish last year has not reduced their desire to improve. The attraction of the race has brought the same team back but to do things completely differently. Jez Clarke has been dropped from the driver lineup despite Wooly's star driver leading the Porsche Championship this season. Jez has won all but two races so far. With the more extensive backup a top ten finish does not look out of the way. Niel Chilleystone with the Robinson brothers and Greg Page look like stong contenders now.
GT40-Three - Car 43
2007 - 27th 102 laps down
2006 - Did not enter
The car with the best livery in the race. Steve McQueen will be watching on. The car has been relatively quick so far this season but is really reserved for the UK's top endurance race. The driver lineup of Steve Jaques, John Rainger, Peter Scatchard and Richard Stringer are no strangers to this event and I expect to see them put in a strong performace overall.
Rambo - Car - 26
2007 - 34th 147 laps down
2006 - Did not enter
As always the Scottish entry comes in just in time. Graham Harper has brought together ex-champion JPW to lead the driver lineup. Legendary dashboard designer Jean Paul believes that apart from the fact you can't have enough hammers the lineup Graham has selected is one of the strongest Scottish entries this year. Welcome back to "Wild" Willie Patterson together with ever present Derek Coghill could form the other half of the car that will go quick, quick and then slow. Finishing last last year means the only way is up. Do not be suprised to see this car winning at some point during the race!!
First and foremost THANK YOU.
Final instructions and tickets will be sent out from BARC this week and should be with you by the weekend. Certain entries refrained from giving an address so I will be taking their BARC packs with me to arrive Thursday.
Garage allocation is shown below. Those that requested a certain garage/team combination have their wish. Anybody requiring an alteration please contact me as I have to inform the circuit organisers of this.
1 Fine Print Racing
2 Inworth Racing
3 John Coyle #1 Rambo
4 John Coyle #2
5 Whitwell #1 Ben Allen
6 JB Doors
7 Team Oily Dwarf
8 Whitwell Hire
9 Twin Snails #1
10 Green Electrician [7]
11 Tete Rouge#1 Trevor [tr#2]
12 Tete Rouge#3
13 MWR Motors
14 Broad Peak Racing
15 Stinky
16 Imbriglio Racing
17 Team RSR Racing [Ecas]
18 Steve Jaques [43]
19 Shoebridge #1 Jack Gabriel
20 Shoebridge #2
21 Race hire Woolies of Hingham
22 Crisis Racing
23 Lucky John Racing
24 Hollis Racing
25 Gadget Racing Gate-A- Mation #2
26 Gate-A- Mation #1
We appear to have a final figure of 32 this year.
and finally the predictions and latest news so far with more to follow
A few days to go to Go - Latest News
Ecas the Return - Car 96 RSR Racing
2007 - Car 1st 9 laps up. RSR 31st 137 laps down
This is the car that actually defined the "Country Mile" in 2007 by leading from start to finish in torrential rain to win by 9 laps. Out of the team that drove that race last year only Phil Myatt remains to race this year. "Captain Fast", or "PP" to those close to him, will not be in the Ecas car this year but forms part of another "Dream team" in the Tete Rouge #1 car. The car itself has new owners this yeay in the form of RSR Racing. RSR purchased the car in the 2008 pre-season from owner Edward Mason.
RSR have done extensive pre race testing at several circuits but mainly at Snetterton. Meticulous preperation on all points have been the watchword for this team. Indeed they have yet to fully test the special "DHL" engine which has been specially rebuilt by ECAS chief mechanic Geoff Archer. The complexities of this engine meant that Geoff retained the engine for longer than normal to ensure is was going to be perfect. Tony Gamond, Steve Chappell and Chris Bearman in the now number 96 car are feeling that their effort last year of finishing 31st out of 35 was not reflective of their potential. Steve Chappell feels ultra confident of a podium finish now that they have a car fitting their talent.
Garage : 17/18
Tete Rouge/Myatts.co.uk - Car 1
2007 - 5th 15 laps down
Last year this was the pole car which led from the start until 20 yards into the race when a smashed rocker left if marooned just past the pit exit. By the time the car was back on the track it was 11 laps down in 35th place. On a more level playing field they would have given ECAS a better run for their money. But!!!!!!!!!!!!
On the back of this imperfect performance the Tete Rouge #1 team have been ruthlessly disbanded. There is now no room for Pete Sparrow the past multiple championship winner and probably THE most successful 2CV racing driver ever. In has come Captain Fast, Phil Myatt, to lead a new generation of drivers to lead the charge to return the 24 hour trophy to Tete Rouge. The secret weapon though in the Tete Rouge armour is the arrival of "Dangerous Dave" O'Keeffe. Out of contract with Gadget Racing David didn't have to think twice about the chance to race in more reliable equipment. Paul will do well to control this beast. Third driver is the ultra reliable Sammie Fritchley who was Tete Rouge owner Paul Robertson's first choice on the team sheet. The fourth driver to complete the lineup is a welcome return to a previous 24 hour race winner, Roger Lott. This latest addition firmly cements the Tete rouge car as favourite for second place. To concentrate on the race fully supporting the number one car Tete Rouge have decided to not enter their number two car. Extensive engine testing is taking place with development parts coming from all round the country.
Garage : 11/12
Crisis Racing - Car 40
2007 - 13th 39 laps down
2006 found Crisis Racing in crisis at the 24 hour race. 32nd out of 33 starters. 2007 wasn't expected to be much better but Nick Roads and team confounded the critics by storming to a 13th out of 35. Indeed a top 10 finish looked possible until late problems sent them backwards. Several engines have been with Tete Rouge during the pre season and with development now find that they will be on the pace. Nick Roads is keeping his final driver lineup secret as yet and has only named Hugh McCurrich from last year to drive this year so far. With the determined preperation taking place everybody is confident that Nick will guide this car into the top ten and possibly more. Paul, at Tete Rouge, has already been discussing with Nick the possiblity of Crisis "fluking" a podium!!
Garage : 21/22
Racehire.com - Car 70
2007 - not entered
Marc Fenner, owner of the car, has managed to put together a remarkable array of driver talant with no less that 2007 Legend World Champion Glenn Burtenshaw. Glenn's co-driver in the Legend series, Robin Webb, is also scheduled to drive. This isn't the first time this pair have driven here but the lineup shows the serious intention of the entry. Louis Roper and Ben Thomas will not let the side down here as co-drivers and expect to be on the podium as a minimum return. Glenn says he is not used to losing!!
Garage 21/22
Whitwell Motorsport - Car 84
2007 - not entered
This is the REDHOT favourite for the race this year. No expense has been spared on the preperation of this car. Literally thousands of pounds alone have been invested in engine development. Whitwell Motorsport using their own rolling road have many hours of work in producing their race winning engines. Mark Turner, team owner and number one driver, has assurred his team that the car will deliver at Snetterton. Infact pole, fastest lap and the race have been guaranteed by Mark. Enquiries about the "country mile" distance [now standing at 9 laps set by Ecas the Return in 2007] have also been made. Andy Smith who only trails PP in the Championship this season leads the rest of the drivers consisting of Mad Pete and Martin Hindley. Congratulations to Martin also who now can drop his yellow novice cross for this race.
Illegal modifications on the car found at the last race which led to eventual disqualification have apparently been resolved now. This actually led to Mark having to virtual rebuild the car. Reliability has been specially built into the car to enable Whitwell to look after six cars for this meeting. Adjoining garages and a large crew will enable to Whitwell their ambition this year of filling the podium and all cars finishing in the top ten.
Garage 5/6/7/8
MWR Racing - Car 69
2007 - not entered
A very large welcome return to international superstar, Mike Lindup, founder member of Level 42. Mike is no newcomer to 2cv racing having regularly competed in the 1990s. Mike will not join the proceedings until Saturday pm as he has a gig in Germany on the Friday. This is a proper "international racing driver" who will have a car waiting at London City airport to whisk him to Snetterton. A lot of work has been put into this car and expectations are high. Mike has enrolled the services of top drivers in the shape of Mark Waghorn, Peter Whelan and Elliot Dalkin. Mark is looking forward to telling Paul Robertson in the adjoining garage where he has been going wrong for the last 10 years.
Broad Peak Racing - Car 30
2007 - 23rd 83 laps down
New racing team Broad Peak Racing are entering the race for the second time. As with other second timers they know what to expect this time and will significantly improve on 23rd place. Dave Edmonston "Piston Ed" is now keen to improve and with extensive preperation this year is hoping for a top ten finish. Fellow drivers Mark Benson, Graham Ewings and James Hall are all intent on ensuring this ambition is met.
Fineprint Racing - Car 97
2007 - 12th 35 laps down
2006 - 26th 69 laps down
Team owner, Martin Harrold, has this year put together a daunting driver lineup to make a long time ambition of winning the race a realistic target. Latest addition is the services of ex-touring car driver Carl Breeze. Carl is now in his second season of Seat Cupra Cup and is currently second in that championship. Living locally at King's Lynn, Carl's local track should prove no problem to swift progress. Expect to see this car qualify high and run stongly early on. Martin will be joined in the driving work by long time team member, Auto Sport editor, Edd Straw. A top 5 finish would be a reasonable target here as long as the car remains reliable.
Tete Rouge 3 - Car 79
2007 - 3rd 10 laps down
2006 - 13th 28 laps down
These guys are so far up for the race it's unreal. Confidence is so high that silverware is guaranteed. Car owner, Tim Ward, believes his "Rent Boys" could really upset the favourites here. This was the top finishing Tete Rouge car last year much to the annoyance of Tete Rouge owner Paul Robertson. Lead driver Meyrick Cox is taking a well earned rest from his day job at Rothschild's in London to lead his hand picked drivers. Meyrick "Custard" Cox is reputed not to race without plenty of custard but hopes new German race licence holder Anthony "Crash" Coxon will not be performing his 3.30am party trick at this race. Crashy, who has plenty of endurance racing experience, refers to an unfortunate sequence of three 24 hour races (2 at the German Ring) in which he crashed between 3.30 and 3.35 am every time!!!! Sweden is represented by Christer "Pyjamas" Hallgren and the full lineup is topped with Alec "Ace" Graham. Alec, based in Halifax, is no newcomer to the race and feels he shouldn't hold the car back as previous this year. Both Tete Rouge cars should be dominant this year in what should be a close race.
nworth Racing - Car 42
2007 - 28th 111 laps down
2006 - Did not enter
Lack of race experience in 2cv is probably the only reason Inworth Racing is trailing so far down the grid. Perhaps last years disappointing finish was not representative of the talent laying within the team. Morgan Racing have only high regards for their drivers. Joining forces with Fineprint in the garages is a positive step forward and together with Martin's luck should bring a slight improvement in a race finish.
Team Stinky - Car
2007 - 4th 14 laps down
2006 - 30th 111 laps down
Seasoned 24 hours racers and annual entrants will be seriously looking to go to the top rung here this year. The same driver lineup is positive proof that the team have a belief a winning finish is their destiny. Last year some slick pit work enabled a serious challenge to be made and were unfortunate enough to be smashed by the ECAS country mile victory. Some average races so far this championship have not shown the car at its best, but this race always brings out its best. Tactically the best team in the race probably.
JB Doors Racing - Car 90
2007 - 7th 21 laps down
2006 - 15th 29 laps down
The original Joe 90 Silver Bullet car is back with a solid chance to break into the podium places so long as reliability issues are resolved. Oliver Hall is the secret weapon this year. Nobody stops Oli!!! Owner Darren Baker has also enlisted the services of Whitwell Motorsport to run the car for 2008. Results haven't been what was expected but the car can be quick. Julian Woods brings his enormous biking experience to bolster the teams chances. During testing at Croft recently Julian definetly got to grips with the car taking the engine to its absolute limits.
Gate-a-mation #1 - Car 59
2007 - 9th 29 laps down
2006 - not entered
Two cars out all season from this team show the commitment is now back with Greg Wheeler and Andy Pirt. Always the best looking car [at the start!!] sometimes only goes quick with Greg installed. But strangely Andy has been by far the quicker and is well up in the championship with a fair chance of getting the runners up spot. New doors have been fitted as one of them had a scratch. This is their dedication to perfection. With such effort put into the event this year we could quite easily see Gate-a-mation winning the race.
Team Twin Snails - Car 12
2007 - 10th 31 laps down
2006 - 7th 16 laps down
The club chairman has brought on board fresh input with drivers this year to take that step on the podium he richly deserves. A new engine builder for this season has brought mixed returns so far but could this just a sandbagging for the main event. Tete Rouge have rebuilt the car ensuring that structural issues affecting the handling have been resolved. This car should make a strong showing and be in the mix when it matters
The Green Electrician - Car 7
2007 - 11th 34 laps down
2006 - 18th 34 laps down
This is the ex-MRB car which has always done well here. Matt Riley has been extremely quick in this car all season in the championship. Apart from one or two awkward moments he would not be far off leading the title race. Welcome back to Paul Taylor and Simon Pearson for their annual drive. Nick Grant makes up this bound to be reliable front running entry under the new guise of The Green Electrician!!!!
Team Oily Dwarf - Car 88
2007 - 18th 53 laps down
2006 - 20th 46 laps down
Geoff Turral takes a break away from his normal occupation of Porsche [UK] director and brings his silky smooth driving technique back to Snetterton this year. After breaking part of the suspension during last years event Geoff has has the car professionally rebuilt at Whitwell Motorsport by Mark Turner. Finally Geoff and co drivers Todd Worthington and Gareth Jones will have no excuse over reliability this year. Watch out for the livid no sorry vivid green car being crewed by Whitwell.
Lucky Jon Racing - Car 67
2007 - 20th 58 laps down
2006 - 5th 13 laps down
Last years result should not be taken as a serious decline for Lucky Jon Racing. Indeed they have decided to forgo the sprint championship this season and concentrate all efforts on a top six finish. Julian Winn brings extensive experience after being heavily involved in the ECAS glory years with ex-ace drivers "King" Richard Dalton and Pete Sparrow.
Hollis Motorsport - Car 71
2007 - 21st 78 laps down
2006 - 2nd 4 laps down
A 21st place last year was an enormous disappointment to the aspirations of this team. The car started the season very quickly at Silverstone only to suffer a DNF late in the first race. This year Richard and Matt are to launch their secret weapon on the race in the form of Nigelspeed Hollis. This is a car that if it remains reliable then a podium would beckon again.
Wooly's of Hingham - Car 27
2007 - 25th 99 laps down
2006 - Did not enter
This team have entered late but come with a wealth of race driving experience. The finish last year has not reduced their desire to improve. The attraction of the race has brought the same team back but to do things completely differently. Jez Clarke has been dropped from the driver lineup despite Wooly's star driver leading the Porsche Championship this season. Jez has won all but two races so far. With the more extensive backup a top ten finish does not look out of the way. Niel Chilleystone with the Robinson brothers and Greg Page look like stong contenders now.
GT40-Three - Car 43
2007 - 27th 102 laps down
2006 - Did not enter
The car with the best livery in the race. Steve McQueen will be watching on. The car has been relatively quick so far this season but is really reserved for the UK's top endurance race. The driver lineup of Steve Jaques, John Rainger, Peter Scatchard and Richard Stringer are no strangers to this event and I expect to see them put in a strong performace overall.
Rambo - Car - 26
2007 - 34th 147 laps down
2006 - Did not enter
As always the Scottish entry comes in just in time. Graham Harper has brought together ex-champion JPW to lead the driver lineup. Legendary dashboard designer Jean Paul believes that apart from the fact you can't have enough hammers the lineup Graham has selected is one of the strongest Scottish entries this year. Welcome back to "Wild" Willie Patterson together with ever present Derek Coghill could form the other half of the car that will go quick, quick and then slow. Finishing last last year means the only way is up. Do not be suprised to see this car winning at some point during the race!!
#13
24h-Race / Latest Entry Information
July 24, 2008, 10:43:15
1 E 2 Smoking Barrels John Coyle London
2 E Ben Allen Car Andy Jenkins Devon
3 E Broad Peak Racing Mark Benson Wiltshire
4 E Coyle # 1 John Coyle London
5 E Crisis Racing Nick Roads Bristol
6 E Fine Print Martin Harrold Birmingham
7 E Gadget Racing Steve Panas Norfolk
8 E Gateamation #1 Andy Pirt London
9 E Gateamation #2 Richard Stark London
10 E Green Electrician 7 Matt Riley Kent
11 E GT 4T-3 Steve Jaques West Midlands
12 E Hollis Motorsport Matt Hollis Market Harborough
13 E Imbriglio Racing Stuart Dean Oxford
14 E Inworth Racing Mary Lindsay South
15 E Bodytone Racing Jack Gabriel Bracknell
16 E JB Doors Darren Baker Rotherham
17 E Lucky Jon Julian Winn Macclesfield
18 E MWR Motors Mark Waghorn London
19 E Racehire.com Glenn Burkinshaw East Sussex
20 E RSR Racing Steve Chappell Cheltenham
21 E Shoebridge #1 Pete Sparrow East Sussex
22 E Shoebridge #2 Martin Sadler East Sussex
23 E Stinky Christine Thompson Oswestry
24 E Team Oily Dwarf Geoff Turral Stamford
25 E Tete Rouge #1 Phillip Myatt Stoke
26 E Tete Rouge #3 Meyrick Cox London
27 E TR#2 Trevor Williams Hants
28 E Twin Snails #1 Aubrey Brocklebank Leicester
29 E Whitwell #1 Andy Smith York
30 E Whitwell hire Nathan Elstub London
31 E Woolys of Hingham Niel Chilleystone Norwich
32 E Rambo Graham Harper Scotland
2 E Ben Allen Car Andy Jenkins Devon
3 E Broad Peak Racing Mark Benson Wiltshire
4 E Coyle # 1 John Coyle London
5 E Crisis Racing Nick Roads Bristol
6 E Fine Print Martin Harrold Birmingham
7 E Gadget Racing Steve Panas Norfolk
8 E Gateamation #1 Andy Pirt London
9 E Gateamation #2 Richard Stark London
10 E Green Electrician 7 Matt Riley Kent
11 E GT 4T-3 Steve Jaques West Midlands
12 E Hollis Motorsport Matt Hollis Market Harborough
13 E Imbriglio Racing Stuart Dean Oxford
14 E Inworth Racing Mary Lindsay South
15 E Bodytone Racing Jack Gabriel Bracknell
16 E JB Doors Darren Baker Rotherham
17 E Lucky Jon Julian Winn Macclesfield
18 E MWR Motors Mark Waghorn London
19 E Racehire.com Glenn Burkinshaw East Sussex
20 E RSR Racing Steve Chappell Cheltenham
21 E Shoebridge #1 Pete Sparrow East Sussex
22 E Shoebridge #2 Martin Sadler East Sussex
23 E Stinky Christine Thompson Oswestry
24 E Team Oily Dwarf Geoff Turral Stamford
25 E Tete Rouge #1 Phillip Myatt Stoke
26 E Tete Rouge #3 Meyrick Cox London
27 E TR#2 Trevor Williams Hants
28 E Twin Snails #1 Aubrey Brocklebank Leicester
29 E Whitwell #1 Andy Smith York
30 E Whitwell hire Nathan Elstub London
31 E Woolys of Hingham Niel Chilleystone Norwich
32 E Rambo Graham Harper Scotland
#15
24h-Race / Famous Return
June 13, 2008, 16:30:35
One of the club's most famous drivers is to return in the 24 hour race this year. He will be flying in especially for the event.
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#16
Events (Non-Racing) / BBQ At Oulton Sunday 25th
May 20, 2008, 12:01:11
The club BBQ will be held at Oulton Park on Sunday evening at approximately 8.00pm. The 'never up' will be making an appearance and tea/coffee will be available on race day
#17
24h-Race / 2008 24 hour race - Background and Entry Procedure
April 23, 2008, 15:57:42
Stingray 2008 Classic 2CV 24 Hour Race
To take place at Snetterton Circuit, Norfolk on the weekend of 8th/9th/10th August 2008.
Thursday
Garages will be available from 6pm onwards. Arrival is recommended from possibly mid afternoon to enable setup of support vehicles within the paddock space. Trailers are generally stored adjacent to the circuit holding area as space within the paddock can be at a premium. There are several grassed areas which have been sucessful for those wishing to camp. The garages should be clean when you arrive and should be clean when you depart. You will be asked for a £20 deposit for the garage key. If there is any damage or it is left unclean you may well not be entitled to a refund. There are 13 seperate double garages. It is likely that the entry will be in the region of 30-36. This means that the norm is going to be three per garage. Please nominate later in this information pack who and where you would like to share with.
Friday
Testing
Signing on at the circuit office. A list of all entrants should be there. MSV will need to see your MSA license here.
Times for testing will be given here also. Four sessions of 30 minutes each for the day. Two in the morning and two in the afternoon. These should be split by about 60 minutes each session to enable any changes to cars etc.
Signing On.
This will be at the office below race control. It would be in everybody's interest to get these formalities out of the way during the afternoon. The organisers have to check all documents for up to 140 drivers. This could take almost two hours so ensure you have the necessary cards etc.
They will be checking your MSA licence, BARC membership [or day membership] and 2CV Racing Club membership. The costs of these are £25 for BARC and £15 for 2CV Club membership.
Scrutineering
This has to take place before the first qualifying session. The scrutineers have always come to the garages in the past and we believe this will be the case in August.
Please have all necessary signing on documents and racing kit available from 6pm onwards. They will have to scrutineer over thirty cars in a short period of time. If you, your drivers and the car are not ready when the scrutineer arrives he will move on to another car and leave you until last. You CANNOT take your car onto the track with first being scrutineered.
Qualifying
Qualifying is to take place on the Friday evening for both day and night sessions. At the moment the times haven't been confirmed by BARC but are upon the lines of 7.30 until 9pm. The night session of approximately one hour is likely to be 10pm until 11pm. Both sessions will be timed and all drivers competing in the race MUST complete three laps in both sessions. It is worth remembering that for a four driver team it will take almost forty five minutes for that team to qualify the drivers. All drivers would be doing an out lap then three laps and then the in lap. The night session is also a good time to fine tune the lighting system.
Fuel
Fuel is available from the circuit garage at whatever price they deem reasonable!! Prior to the race any fuel drawn will have to be paid for as you use it. A member of your team will have to before the race begins arrange an account with the fuel station. In the past the fuel station takes the details of a debit/credit card for payment afterwards. A numbered card is issued and must be taken whenever fuel is required. This will be only dispensed into your scrutineered 20 litre jerry can. Decanting, moving fuel from one container to another, anywhere on the circuit is not allowed. If seen it will lead to to your exclusion from the meeting.
Only one fuel can per car is allowed within the garage during the race.
Saturday
A full day of racing will take place but sadly for us just to watch and relax. There will be an untimed practice session for 2CV's around lunchtime. This is likely to be about thirty minutes duration. The exact time is vague as it has to be fitted in around the racing but should come with the final instructions. The days racing should finish about 5pm. You should be ready to race by this time. In the past the grid is called 30 minutes before the start to form. When called drive out of the pitlane and around the track to the start grid. This is done in no formal order as the cars are sorted as they arrive. The pitlane will close with 15 minutes to go. If you don't make this deadline you will have to start from the pitlane.
Driver Briefing
There will be one that all drivers must attend. The time of this will be announced on the day so listen out for the announcement. Team managers will also be required to attend if there is no alternative meeting organised for them.
Start
The race will commence at 6pm and as you are probably aware it runs for the next 24 hours!!.
Post Race
At about 6.30pm at the podium close to race control awards for the top six finishers will take place. Food will be served close to Tyrells from about 7.15pm. Anybody who is still at the track is welcome whether driver or team or marshalls. We will have a collection for the marshalls at this time. Remember that without these guys we would not be racing so buy them a drink and talk to them. The bar will probably be open whilst there is demand. Removal and clearing of garages has been organised with MSV for the Monday morning so no big panic straight after the race unless you are leaving that evening.
Entry
As stated before the price of £1720 includes use of the garage from Friday night until Monday morning. Testing of 4 x 30minute sessions on Friday is also included. Several incentives for an early entry are available. [More elsewhere]. Your garage selection is linked to the speed of entry.
A deposit of £400 or full payment is required to book a grid slot. The complete fee is to be paid no later than Monday 16th June. Cheques made payable to the "Classic 2CV Racing Club" and sent to Steve Panas, Manor Cottage, Church Lane, Welburn. York. YO60 7EG. Payment can be made by credit card by ringing me on 01757-210210. This is subject to a 4% surcharge. Do not send any payments or entry forms to BARC unless they instruct you to do so.
Those people who have entered the championship with BARC you should have received an entry form for the 24 race. For those reading this who haven't a form I require the following information to process your entry:
Car Number
Driver 1 Name
Address
Day phone number
Eve. phone number
Drivers home town
Licence number
Grade
BARC number
Driver 2 Name
Address
Day phone number
Eve. phone number
Drivers home town
Licence number
Grade
BARC number
Driver 3 Name
Address
Day phone number
Eve. phone number
Drivers home town
Licence number
Grade
BARC number
Driver 4 Name
Address
Day phone number
Eve. phone number
Drivers home town
Licence number
Grade
BARC number
I hope this gives an insight for you of the special race we have. If you require any clarification on any matters that are not covered here please contact Paul or myself through normal channels
To take place at Snetterton Circuit, Norfolk on the weekend of 8th/9th/10th August 2008.
Thursday
Garages will be available from 6pm onwards. Arrival is recommended from possibly mid afternoon to enable setup of support vehicles within the paddock space. Trailers are generally stored adjacent to the circuit holding area as space within the paddock can be at a premium. There are several grassed areas which have been sucessful for those wishing to camp. The garages should be clean when you arrive and should be clean when you depart. You will be asked for a £20 deposit for the garage key. If there is any damage or it is left unclean you may well not be entitled to a refund. There are 13 seperate double garages. It is likely that the entry will be in the region of 30-36. This means that the norm is going to be three per garage. Please nominate later in this information pack who and where you would like to share with.
Friday
Testing
Signing on at the circuit office. A list of all entrants should be there. MSV will need to see your MSA license here.
Times for testing will be given here also. Four sessions of 30 minutes each for the day. Two in the morning and two in the afternoon. These should be split by about 60 minutes each session to enable any changes to cars etc.
Signing On.
This will be at the office below race control. It would be in everybody's interest to get these formalities out of the way during the afternoon. The organisers have to check all documents for up to 140 drivers. This could take almost two hours so ensure you have the necessary cards etc.
They will be checking your MSA licence, BARC membership [or day membership] and 2CV Racing Club membership. The costs of these are £25 for BARC and £15 for 2CV Club membership.
Scrutineering
This has to take place before the first qualifying session. The scrutineers have always come to the garages in the past and we believe this will be the case in August.
Please have all necessary signing on documents and racing kit available from 6pm onwards. They will have to scrutineer over thirty cars in a short period of time. If you, your drivers and the car are not ready when the scrutineer arrives he will move on to another car and leave you until last. You CANNOT take your car onto the track with first being scrutineered.
Qualifying
Qualifying is to take place on the Friday evening for both day and night sessions. At the moment the times haven't been confirmed by BARC but are upon the lines of 7.30 until 9pm. The night session of approximately one hour is likely to be 10pm until 11pm. Both sessions will be timed and all drivers competing in the race MUST complete three laps in both sessions. It is worth remembering that for a four driver team it will take almost forty five minutes for that team to qualify the drivers. All drivers would be doing an out lap then three laps and then the in lap. The night session is also a good time to fine tune the lighting system.
Fuel
Fuel is available from the circuit garage at whatever price they deem reasonable!! Prior to the race any fuel drawn will have to be paid for as you use it. A member of your team will have to before the race begins arrange an account with the fuel station. In the past the fuel station takes the details of a debit/credit card for payment afterwards. A numbered card is issued and must be taken whenever fuel is required. This will be only dispensed into your scrutineered 20 litre jerry can. Decanting, moving fuel from one container to another, anywhere on the circuit is not allowed. If seen it will lead to to your exclusion from the meeting.
Only one fuel can per car is allowed within the garage during the race.
Saturday
A full day of racing will take place but sadly for us just to watch and relax. There will be an untimed practice session for 2CV's around lunchtime. This is likely to be about thirty minutes duration. The exact time is vague as it has to be fitted in around the racing but should come with the final instructions. The days racing should finish about 5pm. You should be ready to race by this time. In the past the grid is called 30 minutes before the start to form. When called drive out of the pitlane and around the track to the start grid. This is done in no formal order as the cars are sorted as they arrive. The pitlane will close with 15 minutes to go. If you don't make this deadline you will have to start from the pitlane.
Driver Briefing
There will be one that all drivers must attend. The time of this will be announced on the day so listen out for the announcement. Team managers will also be required to attend if there is no alternative meeting organised for them.
Start
The race will commence at 6pm and as you are probably aware it runs for the next 24 hours!!.
Post Race
At about 6.30pm at the podium close to race control awards for the top six finishers will take place. Food will be served close to Tyrells from about 7.15pm. Anybody who is still at the track is welcome whether driver or team or marshalls. We will have a collection for the marshalls at this time. Remember that without these guys we would not be racing so buy them a drink and talk to them. The bar will probably be open whilst there is demand. Removal and clearing of garages has been organised with MSV for the Monday morning so no big panic straight after the race unless you are leaving that evening.
Entry
As stated before the price of £1720 includes use of the garage from Friday night until Monday morning. Testing of 4 x 30minute sessions on Friday is also included. Several incentives for an early entry are available. [More elsewhere]. Your garage selection is linked to the speed of entry.
A deposit of £400 or full payment is required to book a grid slot. The complete fee is to be paid no later than Monday 16th June. Cheques made payable to the "Classic 2CV Racing Club" and sent to Steve Panas, Manor Cottage, Church Lane, Welburn. York. YO60 7EG. Payment can be made by credit card by ringing me on 01757-210210. This is subject to a 4% surcharge. Do not send any payments or entry forms to BARC unless they instruct you to do so.
Those people who have entered the championship with BARC you should have received an entry form for the 24 race. For those reading this who haven't a form I require the following information to process your entry:
Car Number
Driver 1 Name
Address
Day phone number
Eve. phone number
Drivers home town
Licence number
Grade
BARC number
Driver 2 Name
Address
Day phone number
Eve. phone number
Drivers home town
Licence number
Grade
BARC number
Driver 3 Name
Address
Day phone number
Eve. phone number
Drivers home town
Licence number
Grade
BARC number
Driver 4 Name
Address
Day phone number
Eve. phone number
Drivers home town
Licence number
Grade
BARC number
I hope this gives an insight for you of the special race we have. If you require any clarification on any matters that are not covered here please contact Paul or myself through normal channels
#18
Races (not 24 hr) / 2008 standings post Pembrey
April 21, 2008, 10:13:49
At the half way point
2008 Championship
Position Driver Silverstone #1 Silverstone #2 Pembrey 1 Pembrey 2 Points Behind
1 Phil Myatt 90 90 90 65 335
2 Christian 80 80 80 90 330 5
3 Pete Sparrow 108 108 65 10 291 44
4 Andy Smith 60 45 70 100 275 60
5 Mad Pete 60 45 70 108 283 52 ;D
6 Mark Turner 20 65 100 55 240 95
7 Andy Pirt 65 70 55 45 235 100
8 Martin Hindley 75 10 75 50 210 125
9 Matt Riley 70 25 68 25 188 147
10 Gary Byatt 0 0 80 90 170 165
11 Richard Hollis 0 55 40 70 165 170
12 Sammie F 55 20 25 60 160 175
13 Greg Wheeler 0 30 45 80 155 180
14 Steve Panas 10 10 50 75 145 190
15 Derek Coghill 30 60 20 10 120 215
16 Wayne Cowling 35 50 10 20 115 220
17 Niel Thompson 55 10 35 10 110 225
18 Christine Thompson55 10 35 10 110 225
19 Steve Jaques 10 35 30 35 110 225
20 Darren Baker 45 40 10 0 95 240
21 Aubrey Brocklebank40 10 10 30 90 245
22 Trevor Williams 0 75 0 0 75 260
23 Keith Shoebridge 0 0 65 10 75 260
24 Matt Hollis 10 10 10 40 70 265
25 Stringer 10 35 45 290
26 Helen Deeley 10 10 10 10 40 295
27 Geoff Turral 25 10 35 300
28 Martin Harrold 10 10 10 10 40 305
29 Nick Roads 10 10 0 10 30 305
31 Cowell 10 0 10 10 30 305
32 Sadler 10 0 10 10 30 305
33 Jack Gabriel 10 0 10 10 30 305
34 McCurrich 10 10 20 315
35 Peter James 10 10 20 315
36 Paul Hocking 0 0 10 10 20 315
37 Marc Sparrow 10 0 10 325
38 Benjy Straw 0 0 0 10 10 325
2008 Rookee Championship Points Behind
1 Mark Turner 5 7 7 7 26
2 Martin Hindley 7 2 6 6 21 5
3 Steve Jaques 2 5 4 5 16 10
4 Darren Baker 6 6 2 0 14 12
5 Helen Deeley 2 4 3 4 13 13
6 Steve Cowell 4 5 1 1 11 15
7 Keith Shoebridge 0 0 5 3 8 18
8 Peter James 0 3 0 0 3 23
9 Jack Gabriel 1 0 0 2 3 23
2008 Championship
Position Driver Silverstone #1 Silverstone #2 Pembrey 1 Pembrey 2 Points Behind
1 Phil Myatt 90 90 90 65 335
2 Christian 80 80 80 90 330 5
3 Pete Sparrow 108 108 65 10 291 44
4 Andy Smith 60 45 70 100 275 60
5 Mad Pete 60 45 70 108 283 52 ;D
6 Mark Turner 20 65 100 55 240 95
7 Andy Pirt 65 70 55 45 235 100
8 Martin Hindley 75 10 75 50 210 125
9 Matt Riley 70 25 68 25 188 147
10 Gary Byatt 0 0 80 90 170 165
11 Richard Hollis 0 55 40 70 165 170
12 Sammie F 55 20 25 60 160 175
13 Greg Wheeler 0 30 45 80 155 180
14 Steve Panas 10 10 50 75 145 190
15 Derek Coghill 30 60 20 10 120 215
16 Wayne Cowling 35 50 10 20 115 220
17 Niel Thompson 55 10 35 10 110 225
18 Christine Thompson55 10 35 10 110 225
19 Steve Jaques 10 35 30 35 110 225
20 Darren Baker 45 40 10 0 95 240
21 Aubrey Brocklebank40 10 10 30 90 245
22 Trevor Williams 0 75 0 0 75 260
23 Keith Shoebridge 0 0 65 10 75 260
24 Matt Hollis 10 10 10 40 70 265
25 Stringer 10 35 45 290
26 Helen Deeley 10 10 10 10 40 295
27 Geoff Turral 25 10 35 300
28 Martin Harrold 10 10 10 10 40 305
29 Nick Roads 10 10 0 10 30 305
31 Cowell 10 0 10 10 30 305
32 Sadler 10 0 10 10 30 305
33 Jack Gabriel 10 0 10 10 30 305
34 McCurrich 10 10 20 315
35 Peter James 10 10 20 315
36 Paul Hocking 0 0 10 10 20 315
37 Marc Sparrow 10 0 10 325
38 Benjy Straw 0 0 0 10 10 325
2008 Rookee Championship Points Behind
1 Mark Turner 5 7 7 7 26
2 Martin Hindley 7 2 6 6 21 5
3 Steve Jaques 2 5 4 5 16 10
4 Darren Baker 6 6 2 0 14 12
5 Helen Deeley 2 4 3 4 13 13
6 Steve Cowell 4 5 1 1 11 15
7 Keith Shoebridge 0 0 5 3 8 18
8 Peter James 0 3 0 0 3 23
9 Jack Gabriel 1 0 0 2 3 23
#19
24h-Race / 2008 24 hour race is go
April 12, 2008, 12:10:42
The Stingray 2CV 24 hour race is now looking for entries.
The event will be held at Snetterton Circuit on August 8/9/10th.
We have managed to keep the price as before at £1720. The price includes access to garage on the Thursday evening at about 6pm and testing on the Friday 8th August. Testing will compromise of 4 x 30 minute sessions split by about one hour. This allows two drivers to drive for 6/7 laps and then any changes can be made between the sessions. On the Saturday 9th August we will have a free untimed practise of 20/30 minutes around lunchtime. The race itself will start at 6pm Saturday and finish 6pm Sunday. Qualifying is to on Friday evening with a light session approximately 8pm - 9.30pm followed by a night session run 10pm -11pm. All drivers must qualify in both sessions. Signing on and scrutineering will be before 7.45pm. You need to be cleared by the scrutineers before you can go out on track.
After the race at 6.45pm awards will be presented at the Snetterton podium with 1st down to 6th to receive awards. Following this outside Tyrells a mass BBQ type thing to cater for all that remain. All welcome with further details to follow.
Please remember that this a championship race and you have to be a member of the 2CV Racing club and BARC.
All entries received before 31st May will go into a draw. This year there are two prizes. Free Fuel for the race, and free testing and garage for the meeting.
Please contact me at [email protected] for an entry pack.
Chris, Can you please publish this in a prominant position
Cheers
Steve
The event will be held at Snetterton Circuit on August 8/9/10th.
We have managed to keep the price as before at £1720. The price includes access to garage on the Thursday evening at about 6pm and testing on the Friday 8th August. Testing will compromise of 4 x 30 minute sessions split by about one hour. This allows two drivers to drive for 6/7 laps and then any changes can be made between the sessions. On the Saturday 9th August we will have a free untimed practise of 20/30 minutes around lunchtime. The race itself will start at 6pm Saturday and finish 6pm Sunday. Qualifying is to on Friday evening with a light session approximately 8pm - 9.30pm followed by a night session run 10pm -11pm. All drivers must qualify in both sessions. Signing on and scrutineering will be before 7.45pm. You need to be cleared by the scrutineers before you can go out on track.
After the race at 6.45pm awards will be presented at the Snetterton podium with 1st down to 6th to receive awards. Following this outside Tyrells a mass BBQ type thing to cater for all that remain. All welcome with further details to follow.
Please remember that this a championship race and you have to be a member of the 2CV Racing club and BARC.
All entries received before 31st May will go into a draw. This year there are two prizes. Free Fuel for the race, and free testing and garage for the meeting.
Please contact me at [email protected] for an entry pack.
Chris, Can you please publish this in a prominant position
Cheers
Steve
#20
Races (not 24 hr) / Rookee Standings after Silverstone
April 07, 2008, 16:04:19
2008 Rookee Championship S1 S2 Pts Behind
1 Darren Baker 6 6 12
2 Mark Turner 5 7 12 0
3 Martin Hindley 7 2 9 3
4 Steve Cowell 4 5 9 3
5 Steve Jaques 2 5 7 5
6 Helen Deeley 2 4 6 6
7 Peter James 0 3 3 9
8 Jack Gabriel 1 0 1 11
9 Keith Shoebridge 0 0 0 12
1 Darren Baker 6 6 12
2 Mark Turner 5 7 12 0
3 Martin Hindley 7 2 9 3
4 Steve Cowell 4 5 9 3
5 Steve Jaques 2 5 7 5
6 Helen Deeley 2 4 6 6
7 Peter James 0 3 3 9
8 Jack Gabriel 1 0 1 11
9 Keith Shoebridge 0 0 0 12