2024 Kent Outlaw Oval Racing Club 1400 Hotrod Regulations

The KOOR 1400 Hotrod championship is promoted by Kent Outlaw Oval Racing (KOOR) and is organised by Lydden Hill Drivers Club LTD (LHDC LTD) and together they will run race meetings on the oval circuit at Lydden Hill Race Circuit (LHRC) on the following dates;

17TH FEBRUARY 2024 open practice day

9TH MARCH 2024

13TH APRIL 2024

11TH MAY 2024

8TH JUNE 2024

27TH JULY 2024

31ST AUGUST 2024

21ST SEPTEMBER 2024

26TH OCTOBER 2024

23RD NOVEMBER 2024

Neither LHDC LTD, KOOR, LHRC or any company or organisation connected to the event or any of their respective employees, agents or assistants, shall be liable for any injury, loss, damage, claims, costs, expenses or demands suffered directly or indirectly by a participant as a consequence of their attendance at or participation in the racing activity, excluding any relevant person’s liability for personal injury or death caused by its negligence.

Motorsport can be dangerous and whilst LHDC LTD, KOOR and LHRC will take all reasonable precautions, accidents can occur. By entering this race event, you acknowledge this and confirm that you understand of the nature of the activity and attend at the event at your own risk.

The event does not provide any personal accident or motor vehicle insurance as part of your entry agreement and the organisers strongly recommend that appropriate insurance is purchased from an insurance company that provides policies for racing activities.

Competitor Eligibility and entry

Entrants must be fully paid-up members of KOOR and must hold a valid DVLA or Motorsport UK National or Race Club license (or higher). For the avoidance of doubt, any Motorsport UK Clubman or Interclub licenses will not give eligibility to participate.

Competitors must be at least 17 years of age and any competitor under the age of 18 must give written consent from a parent or guardian.

Applications for registrations must be done via http://kentoutlawovalracing.co.uk/driver-membership- 2024

By signing up as a KOOR member the competitor confirms they have read, understood and will abide by KOOR rules at all times.

Competitors will enter each round via KOOR and once paid they will then receive a sign-on link for the LHDC LTD online system which they must complete prior to each meeting. On the day of the event they must check-in and present their licence in race admin to receive their sign-on wristband.

Once drivers have completed their online sign-on process they will be

sent a E-ticket to give them access to the circuit. Each driver will get one ticket and all guests and team members must purchase tickets via www.lyddenhill.co.uk

When completing the online signing on procedure, the competitor must read and understand the briefing although there will be a second compulsory verbal briefing on the day of the event. Every competitor that attends the briefing will receive a briefing wristband.

Competitors will only be allowed to compete if they have both their sign on wristband and briefing wristband. Any tampering or swapping of the wristbands will result in exclusion from the event.

Competitors must be medically fit and make organisers aware of any medical conditions or allergies during the sign on process or during the event if their medical condition changes. Competitors must not be under the influence of alcohol or taking any drugs (whether prescribed or otherwise) that may impair their ability to take part.

Competitors must ensure they are wearing the correct safety clothing as outlined in the KOOR rules which includes a suitable helmet along with fire retardant race suit, gloves and balaclava. If the car has had the windscreen removed, the competitor must be wearing sufficient eye protection. Neck supports are strongly recommended.

Participants must wear any corrective eyewear which is required for driving. Persons who are pregnant are not permitted to participate.

Passengers are not permitted.

Paddock

Competitors must follow the instructions of the paddock marshals at all times and abide by the 10mph speed limit.

Each car must have a ground sheet and an in-date fire extinguisher within their paddock area. Competitors are reminded to keep their paddock area clean and use the bins provided.

Once you are parked by the paddock marshal, please ensure you make yourself aware of the nearest fire extinguisher point. If you are unsure, please ask a paddock marshal.

Electric hook-ups are available on a first come first serve basis and cards can be purchased from the catering unit.

Paddock bikes or other forms of unlicenced motorised transport are not permitted on site.

Waste oil must be disposed of in the receptable located at the back of the paddock and tyres must be taken off site.

Scoring, Awards and Grids

Grids will be decided and points will be awarded by KOOR. Any queries must be raised with them directly.

Format and Starts

The format of the day may differ for each event and will therefore be advised at the drivers briefing.

Rolling starts will be used for all races and you will be grided in the assembly area.

Penalties

KOOR reserve the right to give penalties for a breach of their rules and regulations including track limits, eligibility, gaining an unfair advantage.

LHDC LTD reserve the right to exclude any driver for any un-sportsmanlike behaviour including contact on track, threatening or abusive behaviour towards anyone on site or damage to the venue or facilities.

1400 HOTROD RULES 2024

The 1400 HOTRODS are our new formula for 2024,based on cars that were used as stockrods,eurorods,group A hotrods and 1450 hotrods.

Vehicle Eligibility.

 front engined fwd and front engined rwd small hatchback cars like nova,corsa b,corsa c,adam,micra,fiesta.106,saxo ,with a maximum manufactured engine capacity of 1400cc,(we may allow some 1600cc engines with restrictions if necessary).

Bodywork

Material and modifications are free, 

 semi space frames are permitted.

Arches and skirts are encouraged

Body work must be securely fastened, with sufficient clips or pins fitted to bonnet and boot. Bodywork should be kept to a good condition and there must be no dangerous sharp edges or projections caused by rust, corrosion or damage which is dangerous to others including drivers, marshals and recovery staff.

Bumpers must be securely fitted with additional fittings if required. Arches may be modified or extended but must be safe and secure. External paintwork should look tidy.

Noise

The noise limit for Lydden Hill is 100dB static and will be tested at a steady 5000rpm.

A fully functional, and accurate rev counter is a requirement for noise testing, vehicles without a rev counter will automatically fail static noise testing and won’t be permitted on the circuit until remedial action has been taken.

Cars will not be permitted to race unless they pass the static noise test.

Noise is monitored throughout the event through the use of ‘drive by’ and circuit perimeter monitoring. Any excessively noisy vehicle will be black flagged and removed from the track until corrective action has been taken. If the vehicle fails to meet the noise test requirements and the driver is no longer able to

participate in the event, KOOR will not be liable for providing a refund.

The same applies if the vehicle suffers mechanical issues and limits or prevents participation.

ENGINE 

engines must start at a maximum of 1400cc and may only be modified to a maximum of 1450cc

All other modifications are free,

Carbaration is free

No forced induction

Gearbox

Any gearbox is permitted.

Brakes

Brakes are free but must work on all 4 wheels.

Suspension Suspension is free.

 Wheels and Tyres

Any steel or alloy wheels allowed. 

All wheels fitted must be compatible with your vehicle, as specified by the manufacture. Wheels must have the correct PCD, offset, centre bore, diameter and stud hole diameter as stated by the original manufacturer of the vehicle, or the original manufacturer of the axel/hub fitted.

The driver is entirely responsible for ensuring wheels are fitted correctly, that wheel bolts/nuts are adequately fastened taking into account the manufacturer recommendations of the wheel & vehicle. The owner will be responsible for any damage caused by unsafe modification to the wheels.

Wheel spacers are allowed, they must be of a high-quality and sourced from a known and proven manufacturer. Stacking of wheel spacers is prohibited.

TYRES WILL BE FREE FOR THE FIRST YEAR BUT WE WILL BE LOOKING TO INTRODUCE A TYRE RULE WHEN POSSIBLE

Numbers

Numbers must be clearly displayed on each side and front of each car.

Battery

Must be securely fitted in a suitable box. A battery isolator switch must be fitted to the outside of the car and clearly marked.

Fuel System

The fuel system (including pump and tank) must be a purpose built certified tank and/or pump which must be enclosed in a secure fireproof box. The tank overflow must be fitted with a non return valve and fuel lines must be metal with an in line cut off valve fitted and clearly marked with on/off.

Storage of fuel is limited to 25l per vehicle and must be stored in suitable receptacles.

Seat, Harness and Rollcage

Must have certified race seat securely bolted to the floor. This must be accompanied by a minimum of 5 point 3 inch harness. It is strongly recommended that neither the seat or the harness are any more than 3 years old.

Where new mounting points are created in the vehicle, they should each be reinforced with steel counter plates.

It is strongly recommended that Motorsport UK recommendations are followed for the installation of your harness – see K2.1 to K2.1.11 in the 2023 Motorsport UK yearbook available online.

Regular checks and maintenance should be performed throughout the life of the harness and seat to ensure it remains in a good and safe condition.

Cars must be fitted with a towing strap to the front and back of the car along with a window net on the drivers side. Tow straps must be securely fastened and rated for the weight required to tow your vehicles. Wire towing eyes are strongly recommended.

Steering wheels may be removable.

Cars must be fitted with a suitable roll cage. It is strongly recommended that cars are fitted with a 6 point tube cage.

All welding should be of the highest possible quality with full penetration and preferably using a gas shielded arc. Minimum dimensions of material used should be 45 x 2.5 (1.75” x 0.095”)

It is strongly recommend that Motorsport UK recommendations are followed for the installation of your roll cage – See K1 to K1.8 in the 2023 Motorsport UK year book available online