First of all x10000000 to Speedventures for the revival of the S2K Challenge Series!!!

I have a couple inputs into the different classifications. It is parmount for the S2K community to come to a consensus for apples-to-apples classes (idealistically), and thus increasing the competitiveness of our Series.

First, I would like to post both the old S2KGT Challenge and Redline Time Attack classifications for reference:

2006 S2KGT Challenge Classifications:

[QUOTE]S2KGT Challenge Classing for 2006
Mar 5th, 2006 by drewchie.
OK, here it is

 

Redline TA Street Class Rules:

[QUOTE]Section 2. STREET CLASS
The Street Class is designed for stock to modified "daily driven" vehicles. Street Class is home for the grassroots enthusiast or tuner shop looking to prove they have the fastest vehicle on street tires. The Street Class DOES NOT imply that all modifications on a

 

Redline TA Modified Class Rules:

[QUOTE]Section 3. MODIFIED CLASS
The Modified Class is designed for vehicles that are more heavily modified and/or and have a greater specific power output. Section 1 rules supersede Section 3 rules. The more stringent of any rules limitations will be upheld.
Engine and Drive train
3.1.1 Drive line changes are allowed, meaning, it is LEGAL to change a FWD car to a RWD or AWD drive train. That vehicle would then compete in the drive-wheel division it is now eligible for, by way of changing the configuration. This is legal for MOD and UNL only.
3.1.2 After market sequential Gear Boxes (

 

Redline TA Unlimited Rules:

[QUOTE]Section 4. UNLIMITED CLASS
The Unlimited Class is designed for full blown race/Time Attack vehicles and "super car" exotics.
Engine and Drive Train
4.1.1 Drive line changes are allowed, meaning, it is LEGAL to change a FWD car to a RWD or AWD drive train. That vehicle would then compete in the drive-wheel division it is now eligible for, by way of changing the configuration. This is legal for MOD and UNL only.
4.1.2 After market sequential Gear Boxes (

 

Here are my thoughts:

I strongly believe that from the perspectives of both Speedventures and the S2KI community, in achieving the goal of maximizing the number of contestants that attend in the 2009 S2K Challenge.

The original S2KGT Challenge used a point system, similar to the Miata Spec Series (arguably one of the most apples-to-apples W2W series in the U.S.). However, with the range of S2K mods offered today, combined with the higher % of S2K owners who now actually own those mods, cause the point system to become too generalized and will probably cause controversy of points assigned to each mod.

The Redline TA rules apply to a wider selection of cars and when applied to the S2K Challenge, the result can be unfavorable effects to overall attendance. However, the principle of generalizing 3 distinct categories, without the headache of nit-picking point mods, can still be applied.

I generally agree with Jaku

 

After fully reading up on the threads for the 2005 and 2006 S2K Challenge...it might be worthwhile to consider creating a 4th class and an updated points system.

Just food for thought...

 

doh! stupid FI...i wouldnt be able to run except in race with those rules! :|

 

this looks like it would be fun.

the rules that were posted by 600rr rocket sound good. would weight reductions be limited?

 

"If you do it we will come"

 

Define "we."

With the rollbar requirements and economy being what they are, I will not be in line to host any track events in '09. I just can't put myself out there financially.