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Click here for link to Spill Kit supplier

Click the above link to be forwarded to a company supplying 15 litre spill kits for around £15, which can be split in half to provide the required 7.5 litre kit for two competitors.

Includes regulation changes bought in from 1.1.08 plus points of interest from Scrutineering and Off Road Committee meetings in May and Sept 2007. Also Tolerance/Allowances Dimensions for all ALRC log booked vehicles.

Points of interest from Scrutineering and Off Road Committee meeting held 12.1.08 including pieces on seat belts, window mesh, and aggressive tyres. Plus a rule proposal that is being put forward on suspension regs.

Includes rule change B.7.1 regarding alloy wheels. Rule on excessively smoky diesel engines. MSA tyre lists and the use of Spill Kits at S&S events.


Includes information on fuel tank covers, seat belt requirements for CCV drivers and more news on spill kits from the MSA.


Including clarification of existing rules as per ALRC 2011 Handbook - bumpers, source and roll cage regulations.

Points of interest from Scrutineering and Off Road Committee meetings 10.5.08 and 12.7.08 including information on Seat Belts, Alloy Wheels, Helmets and Mup Flaps. Also pipelines in driver compartments.

Points of interest from Scrutineering and Off Road Committee meetings 20.9.08 including information on Door Dimensions, use of Bio Diesel and Other Natural Fuels and Single Mounting and Merges Harnesses.

Reminders for new rule changes from January 2010 including helmets, mud flaps and spill kits. Plus guidance on other envirnomental matters.

Including the clarification of existing rules and rule changes affecting Interchange of Passengers in a TYRO and ALRC Log Books. Plus information on helmet standards and additions to the tyre list.

Clarification and ratification of ALRC rule change proposals, some with immediate effect and some that come into effect on 1st January 2012.

SCRUTINEERING NEWS

Compiled 25/11/11

 

Taken from a letter from the ALRC dated 18th October 2011:-

 

RATIFICATION and CLARIFICATION OF RULE CHANGE PROPOSAL

 

Roll Cage Regulation 3.9.2. The only permitted drilled hole is a hole of 3/16" diameter for inspection purposes on roll cages and fabricated bulkheads unless current regulations allow.

 

At the Association of Land Rover Clubs AGM held on the 19th March 2011 the above Rule Change Proposal was voted FOR by the member clubs. This were then recommended to proceed to the ALRC Council for ratification at their meeting on the 11th June 2011 where it was referred back to the Scrutineering & Off Road Committee for further discussion at their meeting on the 9th July 2011 before ratification could be considered. The following two statements were made at the S&ORC meeting to appear together with the rule as a further explanation.

 

Grandfather rights can be given to vehicles with existing holes for the roof panels but these vehicles can only be used for CCVT and not speed events. All new builds must comply with the rule.

 

Vehicles with drilled holes for wings or attachments for doors - With relation to bulkheads where the front cage is a bulkhead it can be used until the next relogbooking when it needs to be altered to a bulkhead with no holes.

 

This rule change proposal was Ratified by the ALRC Council on the 15th October 2011 and takes immediate effect from that date.

 

 

The following is taken from the ALRC Scrutineering & Off Road Committee
Minutes from their meeting on 9th July 2011

 

Windscreen Rake Angles on Series and Defender type vehicles

 

The windscreen rake angle on roll cages has been agreed at 28 with a +5 tolerance. Note that the figure of 33 is an absolute and already includes the tolerance, so when you're building a roll cage, aim for the 28 figure. This rule has been publicised to clubs and all log book scrutineers are to be issued with a multi function ruler and angle finder to be used for measuring the rake angles. These rulers remain the property of the ALRC and should be returned when a log book scrutineers retires. It would be helpful if log book scrutineers could report back to the S&ORC if there are any problem vehicles. At present vehicles have until they are due for relogbooking under the five year check to remedy any problems with regard to the rake angle of the roll cage. If cages are noticed to not comply at an event then this comment should be written on the back page of the logbook so a record is made and the entrant is aware that the roll cage needs to be altered. Any vehicle presented for relogbooking that does not comply with the rule regarding the rake angle must have the tag cut off. There is a new diagram available - it will be issued in the next issue of the ALRC Handbook (green book).

 

N.B. If the vehicle fails on the windscreen rake angle on the roll cage during an initial or 5-year re-check log-booking, that is a fail and either no tag will be issued or the existing tag will be removed.

 

 

CHIEF SCRUTINEER - SIMON COOPER

 

SCRUTINEERING NEWS

 

14.3.11 - Below is an important rule change from the MSA regarding roll cages, that comes in with immediate effect. We have not heard anything from the ALRC as yet, but as most of our comp safari's and one CCV trial are open, this rule will affect people before the first event with us or with any other club. It is self explanatory and the original information together with a diagram can be found on page 5 of the latest MSA News (click the following link) - we don't think it will affect many of our cars, but if you are unsure please do not hesitate to contact Simon Cooper.
 
15.3.11 - The photo is a prime example of what should not be done - most motors are unaffected by this rule change (aimed at car derived 4x4's).
 
 
MOTOR SPORTS COUNCIL DECISIONS
 
The Motor Sports Council met at the Royal Automobile Club on Tuesday 8th March and among a number of decisions taken, were the following which require immediate communication:
 
Immediate Rule Change for ROPS (Roll Over Protection Systems)
 
The Motor Sports Council unanimously agreed to implement immediate changes to Regulations K1.3.1 and K1.3.5, which cover the Technical Specifications of Rollcages.
 
This change takes immediate effect and competitors are advised to ensure that all vehicles are fully compliant with the new regulations before any future event. Should further advice be required, competitors are encouraged to speak to the MSA Technical Department or an MSA-registered Scrutineer.
 
The revised regulations are as follows (red wording indicates new text; double strike through indicates deleted text):
 
K1.3.1. Main, Front and Lateral Rollbars
 
These frames or hoops must be made in one piece without joints. Their construction must be smooth and even, without ripples or cracks. The vertical part of the main rollbar must be as straight as possible and as close as possible to the interior contour of the bodyshell. The front leg of the front rollbar or a lateral rollbar must be straight, or if it is not possible, must follow the windscreen pillars and have only one bend with its lower vertical part unless a windscreen pillar reinforcement [K1.3.5(e)] is fitted.
 
The mounting foot must not be rearward of the foremost point of the rollbar.
 
Where the main rollbar forms the rear legs of a lateral rollbar (see drawing K6), the connection to the lateral rollbar must be at roof level. To achieve an efficient mounting to the bodyshell, the original interior trim may be modified around the safety cage and its mountings by cutting it away or by distortion. However, this modification does not permit the removal of the complete parts of upholstery or trim. Where necessary, the fusebox may be relocated to enable a rollcage to be fitted.
 
K1.3.5. Optional Reinforcement of Rollcage.
 
(e) Windscreen Pillar Reinforcement
 
A tube the upper end of which must be less than 100mm from the junction between the front (lateral) rollbar and the longitudinal (transversal) member and the lower end less than 100mm from the front mounting foot of the front (lateral) rollbar, as shown in drawing K62.
 
The tube may be bent on condition that it is straight in side view and that the angle of the bend does not exceed 20°.

 

CHIEF SCRUTINEER - SIMON COOPER

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