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Effective/Updated10-31-07

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Race Classes

Tamiya Mini:
This class mostly follows TCS Rules with some minor changes as outlined in the full rules below - The TCS rules for this class are viewable at tamiyausa.com

TCS Rules
Any Tamiya M03 or M04 chassis car that uses the 60D size tire or smaller.
Tamiya Hop-Ups only allowed.
No chassis lightening allowed.
A proper mini body must be used with its proper mini chassis. I.E. (FWD front wheel drive body must be used with front-drive chassis. RWD rear wheel drive body must be used with rear wheel chassis)
Cars may run any Tamiya tires designed to fit the "M" chassis as long as the tires and wheels conform to the scale look of the body and are no bigger than the 60D. Running 26mm sedan wheels and tires on a Mini M03 and M04 is no longer allowed despite body type.
24mm wheels and tires are not legal.
The use of tires of different sizes (diameter) on the front and rear of the car is not allowed i.e. standard M chassis tires on the rear and M-chassis 60D's on the front.
Kit type closed-endbell, silver can motor only (Mabuchi or Johnson) must be used for this class.
New for 2007: It is now allowed to use the maximum pinion gear size on all front-drive and rear drive Mini cars. I.E. 20-tooth on the M03 and 21-tooth on the M04.
Any Tamiya plastic or aluminum damper may be used.
Any Tamiya short or regular size spring may be used.

Additional Club  Rules:
LiPo batteries allowed. The chassis must be weighted to match what it would weigh with a standard battery pack. Maximum of 6 cells for standard packs.

The only chassis allowed in this class are the Tamiya  TL01, TL-01 LA, and TT-01 No chassis lightening allowed
The Kit type closed-end-bell, silver can motor (Mabuchi/Johnson) is the only motor allowed.
The stock 19-tooth size pinion is the only gear allowed for both chassis types.
Tamiya tires Racing Slicks (50454), Racing Radials (50419), Racing Semi Slick Tires (50810), or HPI X-Pattern D Compound (HPI #4790), are the only tires allowed.
Any tire insert may be used
Any 1/10 scale body
LiPo batteries allowed, but the chassis must be weighted to match what it would weigh with a normal 6 cell battery pack.
Maximum of 6 cells for standard packs.

The following hop-ups (changes from box stock) are the only modifications allowed:
TT-01 Chassis
TT-01 adjustable arm set (Part #53674)
TT-01 Turnbuckle steering tie-rod set (Part #53662)
TT-01 aluminum center prop shaft (Part #53620)
Tamiya plastic oil-filled shocks (Part #50519 requires 2 sets) or (Part #53619 requires 1 set)
Tamiya on-road tuned spring set #53163
Ball bearings

TL-01 Chassis
TL-01 Turnbuckle steering tie rod set (Part #53300)
TL-01 long suspension arm set (Part #53467)
TL-01 carbon center prop shaft (Part #53323)
Tamiya plastic oil-filled shocks (Part #50519 requires 2 sets) or (Part #53619 requires 1 set)
Tamiya on-road tuned spring set #53163
Ball bearings

1/10 Scale Sportsman Touring:
Can run any 4wd touring car
Can run any On-Road type body
Must run closed endbell, silver can kit type motor
LiPo batteries allowed, but the chassis must be weighted to match what it would weigh with a normal 6 cell battery pack.
Maximum of 6 cells for standard packs.
Must run rubber tires, any combination of tire/insert/wheel

1/10 Scale Stock Touring:
Can run any 4wd touring car
Must run a ROAR approved body
Must run a ROAR legal stock motor
The only motor components that may be changed are the brushes and springs (motor can be opened, comm trued, brush hoods aligned, brushes reamed and/or polished)
13.5 brushless motor allowed
LiPo batteries allowed, but the chassis must be weighted to match what it would weigh with a normal 6 cell battery pack.
Maximum of 6 cells for standard packs.
Must run rubber tires, any combination of tire/insert/wheel

1/10 Scale Nitro Touring:
Must run 200mm 4wd nitro powered touring car
Can run any 200mm On Road type body
Motor must be either .12 or .15 displacement
Must have functional brake system
Open tire - Any foam or any combination of tire/insert/wheel

1/10 Scale Open Modified:
Can run any 4wd touring car
Must run a ROAR approved body
Any brushed or brushless motor allowed
LiPo batteries allowed, but the chassis must be weighted to match what it would weigh with a normal 6 cell battery pack.
Maximum of 6 cells for standard packs.
Must run rubber tires, any combination of tire/insert/wheel

1/12 Scale Pan Car:
Any 1/12th scale pan car chassis
Any GTP style body
1/12th scale foam tires
4 cell sub c batteries
19t or 4300 brushless motor

1/18 Scale Stock Touring:
Can run any 2wd or 4wd 1/18 scale touring car
Maximum of 5 cells (ni-cd or ni-mh only – no Li-Po)
Must use Stock Motor (any regular silver can stock size, no big blocks)
Chassis Mods are ok as long as they are ALL factory mods (i.e.: Xray M18 can only use Xray mods, HPI Micro RS4 can only use HPI mods)
Open tire choice; foam or rubber

1/18 Scale Modified Touring:
Can run any 2wd or 4wd 1/18 scale touring car
Open Battery (ni-cd, ni-mh, or li-po) No cell limit
Can use Brushed or Brushless motors
Any chassis configuration or hop-ups allowed (aftermarket allowed)
Open tire choice; foam or rubber

1/18 Scale Stock Truck:
Must run 1/18 scale truck in 2wd Only (4wd allowed if converted to 2wd)
Maximum of 5 cells (ni-cd or ni-mh only – no Li-Po)
Must use Stock Motor (Losi Mini-T Stock Motor or equivalent)
Chassis Mods are ok as long as they are ALL factory mods (i.e.: Losi Mini-T can only use Losi mods, RC18T can only use Associated mods.
Open tire choice; foam or rubber

1/18 Modified Truck:
Can run any 2wd or 4wd 1/18 scale truck
Open Battery (ni-cd, ni-mh, or li-po) No cell limit
Can use Brushed or Brushless motors
Any chassis configuration or hop-ups allowed (aftermarket allowed)
Open tire choice; foam or rubber

1/28 Stock (Mini-Z):
Can run any 2wd or 4wd 1/24 scale vehicle
No hop-ups allowed
Can run any body designed for 1/24 scale
Can use any transmitter as long as vehicle's electronics are not modified

1/28 Modified (Mini-Z):
Can run any 2wd or 4wd 1/24 scale vehicle
Any hop-ups or modifications allowed
Can run any body designed for 1/24 scale
"Run what 'ya Brung..."

Special Notes:
All Electric Classes - No reverse allowed - ESC must have reverse locked out
All Classes – No vehicle will be allowed on the track without a properly mounted body
All Classes - There are no weight requirements on club race dates other than when LiPo batteries are used (see class rules). There can be weight requirements and supplemental rules depending on the given circumstances at special events

Race Day Details
Entry Fees:
$10 for first class entered, $5 for each additional class
$5 for each class entered by spouse, child, or parent

Race Winning Payout:
To be determined by number of cars entered in the class: Will pay 1st place only
3-5 cars - $10
6 or more cars - $20

Special Notes:
All classes require a minimum of 3 cars entered to be ran.
We will run any class (on road only) if at least 3 cars sign up for the event.
If less than 3 cars show up for a particular class, or for a class not designated here, that car (or cars) will be placed in the class that closest matches them. These cars will not be eligible for winning payout or for season points. You are required to give at least 2 frequencies at the time of sign up for all classes.
Any changes from the rules are at the sole discretion of the race director, and are for the day of the event only. (i.e.: mixing classes if not enough of one class is present)
Any rulings are the race director's decision and are final. Any motor protests must be made within 15 minutes of the heat/main being posted and must be accompanied with a $20.00 protest fee and the cost of motor replacement if required. If any of the above rules are not followed (without prior consent from the race director granting a waiver for that event) the racer faces disqualification.

Membership Information:
Club membership is yearly and starts at the time of payment (365 calendar days). The yearly dues are $35.00 for new members, $25.00 to renew an existing membership, and $10 (new or renewal) for spouse, child, or parent. Your dues go towards providing a place for you and others to race (club members and non-members), track equipment, PA system, payouts to winners, and the club website. At the current time the club does not furnish shirts and are to be paid for by the member when the club places an order (if the member desires to have a shirt) Your membership entitles you to the Private Area of the A-Train forums where we will discuss up-coming events before they are announced and possible rule changes, website features, etc. E-mail notices may be sent to keep all club members informed of current goings on. All membership dues are non-refundable.
What is expected of you as a club member:
As an A-Train club member you are expected to act in a manner that promotes the hobby in a positive light. Your attitude is a direct reflection of the club and as such certain things will not be tolerated. There will be no profanity at club races or any other races away from our area. This is a family oriented club and should be portrayed as such. There will be no smoking on the drivers stand. There will be no alcohol at the track. There will be no taunting, or offensive language used at the track or in the forums. Basically it is simple; act like you have some common sense. If these rules are not followed you could have your membership revoked.
Club members are expected to step up and help setup and/or take down the track if they are racing. We understand not everyone can be there early to setup but at least help take down and clean up the parking lot. We are all in this together so lets help each other out and make it better for everyone.