The specific requirements for vehicles and drivers are defined by CAMS and are available at http://www.cams.com.au/motor-sport/regulations/cams-manual/general-requirements . It is important that each driver understands these requirements. The key points to be aware of for the PCWA Sporting Series as per the CAMS Schedules are:
1. Licence requirements: Level 2 Speed CAMS licence: click here to see the application form. 2. ASA Approved helmet that meets the Australian Standard AS1698 (other acceptable overseas standards are SFI24.1, SA2000, E22 & BS6658-85) these are available at motorbike or speed shops.
3. Clothing needs to be wrist to neck to ankle, flammable synthetic material is not acceptable. Cotton is recommended. Fully closed shoes also.
4. Fire extinguisher fitted to your vehicle, NO new holes need to be drilled in your car, existing seat bolts can be utilised and the frame & bottle can be easily removed when not needed. Extinguisher needs to meet Australian Standard AS1841 and be 900g minimum capacity. It needs to be firmly secured and must be not more than 3 years old.
5. Visible tow points/hook(s) front and rear, where they are not visible they need to be marked with the word “Tow”. Stickers are available from race shops such as Go Gear for this. Porsche tool kits have a tow hook which is acceptable
6. Display a blue triangle (sides 150mm) indicating the location of the battery. Stickers are available from race shops such as Go Gear for this, alternatively electrical tape can be used to mark out a triangle.
7. Glass headlights need to have an adhesive cover or tape fitted to prevent the spillage of glass onto the track.
