Below is the final draft of rules to be presented to the SCCA BoD for a class targeted specifically at Pro-Touring cars. This was brought forth by Raleigh Boreen who's a member of my Region (Indianapolis) after much research and input from people in the Pro-Touring world as well as experience from Indy Region's SMC class. Raleigh and his wife Velma are working as paid consultants to the SCCA working on methods and ways to help regions improve and expand regions tools to put on better Solo (autocross) events. One of the things they were charged with is how to attract more of us to SCCA events.

Pending BoD approval (which is almost certain) the new class called CAM (Classic American Muscle) will be a Regional only class meaning the class won't be included in National Tour events, Solo Match Tour events, and the Solo Nationals. At least initially. There are already things I can't talk about that may happen that could expand class recognition. The class will be in Appendix B of the 2014 SCCA Solo Rule Book.



CAM - Appendix BAPPENDIX B - CLASSIC AMERICAN MUSCLE (CAM)
Rationale: The purpose of CAM is to attract automobile enthusiasts to SCCA who are currently interested in and/or participating in the Goodguys® Autocross events or other similar events for "classic" vehicles (e.g., Street Machine, Muscle Car, Hot Rod, Truck, Street Car, Late Model, etc.) built in North America by manufacturers based in the US (e.g., "The Big Three" – GM, Ford, and Chrysler). These avid enthusiasts would largely be a new and different group of folks to join with us as SCCA® members and participants.
However, many of these types of cars may not have a favorable classification at their local SCCA® Solo® events. By having a simple, single set of rules used across the country, these new autocross enthusiasts would be able to participate in multiple Regional Solo® events with a more consistent experience. Additionally, this gives SCCA and the Solo® Events Board an opportunity to see the viability of this type of participation at all levels of Solo® events. Therefore, Regions are encouraged to offer this program and to encourage Classic American Muscle car enthusiasts to join the fun at your SCCA Solo events!
Eligible Vehicles



1.Vehicle must be considered a "street legal" (lights, wipers, etc.), US-domestic automobile of front-engine/RWD configuration or a "pick-up" truck. Must be licensed and insured.
Vehicle must pass the mandatory safety inspection (tech) and be in compliance with Section 3, Vehicles, of the 2014 SCCA® National Solo® Rules.
Vehicles must weigh 3000 pounds or more.



Body



1.All body panels must be present in the original standard locations and may be modified or replaced. Exc



1.exception: High-Boys (1954 and earlier), Roadsters (1954 and earlier), and Trucks (1940 and earlier) are not required to have fenders or hood sides.
All glass must be present. Side glass components may be replaced by Lexan®.Interior must be finished and have minimum seating for two adults.The fuel tank/cell must be separated from the driver/passenger compartment by a metal panel/bulkhead. The fuel tank/cell shall not vent into the driver/passenger compartment.



Wheels and Tires



1.Any metallic wheels are allowed. Non-metallic wheels must be certified from an appropriate, recognized standards organization (e.g., FIA, SFI, SAE, TUV, etc.).
Only DOT-approved tires with a UTQG Treadwear Grade of 200 or more are permitted.

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Body Electrical System



1.Electrical components and wiring are unrestricted.


Brake System



1.Brake system and components are unrestricted.


Suspension and Steering



1.Suspension and steering components are unrestricted. Method of attachment is unrestricted.


Engine and Drive Train



1.Engine, drive train, and associated components (internal and external) are unrestricted.


Classing Options, based on local demand:



1.A single CAM class for vehicles meeting the above requirements.
Two classes (CAM-A and CAM-B) split on a model year (e.g., pre-1973 and 1973-on or pre-1983 and 1983-on).
Two classes based on body style; muscle car and/or hot rod (alternate minimum weights may be considered).
Other methods of subdividing based on local CAM enthusiast requests.

sounds like fun but the bigger dollar builds might blow away any competition because of the low # of restrictions, I like to see maybe class A stock pickup points(bolt in stock suspension) no cage, but can weld braces on the body,
class B unlimited
or
pre-64 class A
64-74 as class B
75+ class C

This is a bit of bs if you ask me... "Vehicles must weigh 3000 pounds or more"

"after much research and input from people in the Pro-Touring world"... and all of them happen to drive over weight GM products.

I suspect there is some underlying fear that the CP cars will just slap lights/wipers back on their cars to show up and destroy the class. I wouldn't be concerned about that since it's regional only, but who knows.

Maybe I'm just giving them too much credit and the "input" came from the group that is just covering their butt.

How many "Pro-Touring" street cars that weigh over 3,000lbs have Lexan windows, and a fuel cell with a steel bulkhead between the cell and driver?

Wish they would just throw the 200 tw thing out the window. Im not exactly fond of giving BFG my money, but it will probably eventually happen.

I thought we beat this topic up back in October?

Although, maybe that was over on protouring.com

I don't think it was beat on moparts. The 200 designation needs to be standardized if there is going to be any type of rule based on the number. The current crop of 200 tires are all over the map.

Damon

On the 3000# issue: This came about from direct input from competitors running in pro-touring series. Most said if they were writing the rules there would be a minimum weight and 3000# minimum was the number most often cited. To those who worry about "big money car" dominance, a minimum weight helps even the things some. Besides, as Kevin said, a well driven car will compete and beat money regularly. One of the great things about autocross is it's more about fast drivers than it is about fast cars.

On the lack of sub-classes: The way the rules are written, that is up to each Region's discression. The original draft had sub-classes included but the SEB thought it wasn't needed. Their thought (amazingly) was to keep the rules simple and as open as possible. They looked at what the major sanctioners of pro-touring autocross series rules were and didn't want to stray too far from what they were doing.

On 200TW tires: That's the standard minimum TW in most pro-touring series. Also note that even SCCA is moving their street tire classes toward 200TW tires. Unless things change, in 2015 all street tire SCCA Solo classes are going to require 200TW tires. 200TW is becoming the standard. What difference does it make as long as everyone is on the same TW?

At this point in my life, I don't care what the rules are, as long as I can get on the course, and I don't care who wins, as I long as I can have fun. Life is too short, and more money always wins anyway..

Did I leave out "almost"?

About the weight rule, isn't it good that you can now decide where the needed weight is placed in your sub-3000 lbs car?