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In the Event of any point arising, which is not covered by
these rules, the Executive Board of AMCA NATIONALS
shall have the power to decide it and any such decision
shall be final.

1.6.9 1/4 window bar on the driver side mandatory, Minimum spec 25mm
OD x 2mm. Mounted inline with the first NASCAR bar vertical or
minimum 150mm from front leg of roll cage.
1.6.10 Foot protection bar to be included in chassis.
1.6.11 Chassis to utilize a fuel tank protection bar 50mm past the
maximum width of fuel tank and to give protection 25mm below the
fuel tank for under slung tanks and 25mm above the fuel tank for
IMPORTANT: Competitive Motor Racing may result in
top mounted tanks and must be suitably braced to prevent rear
intrusion. Fuel protection bar to also incorporate a vertical bar in
injury and/or death to participants.
the middle of bar. ( refer diagram )
These Rules are intended as a guide for the conduct of the 1.6.12 Horizontal bar to be incorporated in the chassis rail at the very
front of the clip.
sport and are in no way a guarantee against injury or death
1.7
Steel roof plate 3mm min thickness, aluminium head plate min 5mm
to participants, spectators or others.
thickness. 400 mm wide mounted by 10 of 50mm x 50mm mild steel
tabs or 25mm x 3mm mild steel strip welded all around. Plate to be
CHASSIS MATERIAL:
mounted above using 10 x 8mm h/t bolts. Head of bolts downside - 3
each side - 2 front - 2 rear. Roof plate may be replaced with
All components in fabricated chassis, including chassis out riggers and/or
diagonal bar, 32mm x 3mm minimum welded in place from right
sub frames to be constructed from mild steel. Minimum specification as
front to left rear of roll cage above drivers head. Opposite for left
1163 G.R 2.00
hand drive cars. Head plate may be used but must be securely
mounted.
1.
Chassis Specification:
1.8
Roll cage padding to be installed to roll cage bar work within
1.1 Minimum weight - 2350LBS with driver.
300mm of drivers head forward of the seat.
1.2 Vehicle wheelbase must be no less than 2642mm (104) or more than
2743mm (108).
2.
PROTECTIVE BAR WORK.
1.3 Vehicle track must not exceed 78/ 1982mm. As measured from
2.1
Front bumper bars to be parallel with each other not set back.
right hand outside of tyre to left hand outside of tyre. Both front
2.2
Front bumper not to exceed 775mm measured from the centre of the
and rear.
stub axle to the furthers point of the bumper.
1.4 As a base for chassis construction, all vehicles will use the Holden/
2.3
External protective bar work must not exceed the following
Kingswood/Premier/Statesman vehicle models HQ to WB. No
dimensions:
modification is permitted to this component other than areas
Note: Side nerf bars are not to protrude past the outside of the tyre
detailed under front suspension relating to the upper control arms,
wall.
shock absorber and front spring adjustment. May be modified for
Front Push Bars
- 34mm x 3mm CHS
fitment of radiator.
Side
Nerf
Bars
34mm x 3mm CHS
1.5
Minimum width of cross member 1320mm measured at the rear of
Rear Nerf Bars
- 42mm x 3mm CHS
rail.
Rear Quarter Nerf Bar - 34mm x 3 mm CHS
1.6.1 Roll cage will be constructed from mild steel tubing spec 1163GE 200
2.4 Parallel side nerf bars not permitted.
minimum, 38mm OD X 3 WTCHS or alternatively minimum 42mm
2.5 Rear bumper to give protection at 520mm from ground level and
OD x 2.4mm WTCHS GR 350.
have a maximum of four mounting points at chassis in corner bars.
1.6.2 Roll Cage must be framed mounted in at least six places.
See diagram for suggested design.
1.6.3 No brace bars forward or roll cage may be higher than bonnet height
2.6
All Vehicles are to run Side, Rear and Front nerf bars. Side nerf bars
and remain under bonnet line.
may be mounted on the inside or outside of the body. Total body width
Roll cage may be no further forward than rear face of engine block.
to remain max 1630mm.
Front & rear brace bars 34mm OD min.
2.7
No bar work shall protrude past the front of the chassis rails with
1.6.4 No high Bars.
the exception of the front bumper.
1.6.5 Battery must be mounted in a cradle ( min 25x25mm angle ) and
located inside the chassis rail. Battery terminals must be insulated if
3.
VEHICLE BODY.
battery is mounted within 300mm of fuel tank. Battery to be
3.1
Vehicle
body may be constructed from aluminium, fibreglass and/or
suitably covered with rubber regardless of what type of battery
mild steel and be made to resemble a sedan or hatchback type of
used.
vehicle.
1.6.6 All cars from 2003/2004 must have a diagonal brace from chassis to
3.2
Roof
must retain rounded shape and be made from steel, aluminium
top of roll cage hoop above drivers head.
or
fibreglass
may be used. Flat roof panels are not permitted.
1.6.7 The roll cage must be fitted with driver protection bars ( NASCAR
Type ) and be manufactured from the same tubing used for the roll 3.3 Painted roll bars will not be permitted to substitute for roof pillars.
3.4 ( see diagram for suggested body design )
cage. The roll cage must be welded securely to the main 50mm x
50mm x 3mm or 75mm x 50mm x 2.5mm RHS chassis rail ( min
3.5 It is not permitted to use factory manufactured fibreglass body shell.
size ). All CHS joints must be correctly notched and welded seInterior panelling and decking to windows height is mandatory.
curely. Incomplete welds, slag inclusion, poor workmanship will
3.6 Engine compartment will remain open. No side panels. Bonnet may
not be permitted under any circumstances. A wire mesh screen
have a maximum drop of 100mm at sides. Chassis bar work to
must be fitted to the roll cage in front of driver, 50mm mesh only remain under bonnet line.
wire size 2mm.
3.7 Side body panels to extend no further forward than 100mm past rear
1.6.8 Roll Cage Hoops - All cars registered must have as a minimum 1
of engine block, maximum body rake 75mm measured at the base of
(one) diagonal bar from the bottom corner of the roll cage hoop and
the chassis.
finishing in the opposing top corner behind the drivers head.
3.8 IMCA / MD3 style nose cones are not permitted in any form or made
Diagonal bar dimension must be the same as roll cage tubing. If
from any material.
utilising a crucifix or cross in hoop min tube specs 32mm x 3mm OD
3.8.1 Front nose cone to not exceed 775mm measured from the centre of
minimum.
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3.9 Sail panels must extend to within 75mm of external panel.
3.10 Front pillar must extend to within 50mm of rear of bonnet
edge and to within 75mm of external side panel.
3.11 Roof sail panels to extend to rear of rear wheel arch minimum.
Rear end of sail not to be secured to rear wing end plates.
3.12 Tyres to protrude a minimum of 100mm outside of bodyline of
the vehicles right hand side.
3.13 Tyre on the left hand side must be visible when sighting from
the front to the rear.
3.14 Rake on bonnet 50mm max. Break in bonnet to be between
440mm forward of centre of carburettor to centre line of front
axles.
3.15 Nose cone must be inside of front wheels. Tyres must be fully
visible at all times when steering turned from lock to lock. May
have side fin/tip extend 25mm max above nose cone surface.
3.16 Bonnet scoop height maximum 125mm, Remainder of bonnet
surface to remain flat.
3.17 Side skirt if fitted, not to protrude any more than 75mm from
door panel and maximum width left to right 1750mm.
3.18 Body height measured in racing configuration to be maximum
1030mm, measured from the ground to top of body.
3.19 High density polyurethane may be used on side panels.
3.20 Maximum car height 1450mm measured with 15lb per tyre all
round measured from ground to top of roof.
4.
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
5.
5.1

6.
6.1

FIREWALLS.
Firewalls must be fitted to protect driver from fire, mechanical,
fuel and exhaust components that may enter the cockpit.
Firewalls may be aluminium or steel.
Cockpit floor must be a minimum of 3mm aluminium or 1.6mm
steel and cover the entire floor area.
Bonnet power bulge to be filled in at rear.
AERODYNAMICS.
No aerodynamic aids or devices are permitted anywhere outside
or inside the vehicle except for a rear spoiler which may be
fitted. Blade size to measure 250mm high maximum and no
wider than body at fixing point. Sides no higher than blade,
sides no longer than 300mm in length. Spoiler not to extend
beyond rear nerf bar. Air is not permitted to pass under
spoiler.

FRONT SUSPENSION.
The location and design of lower control arms will remain as per
OEM.
6.2 Upper control arms may be modified or replaced with tubular
type to facilitate adjustment and replacement. May only be
constructed from steel or aluminium.
6.3 Upper control arm mounting points may be removed.
6.4 Both top and bottom ball joints must remain as per OEM or
replacement part number. Must be fitted as per OEM in top
arm.
6.5 Front springs must remain in original location, but springs
length and/or rates may be altered. It is permitted to incorporate a simple spring adjustment in front spring location.
6.6 Shock absorber type and mount may be altered.
6.7 Shock absorbers to mount from lower control arm to Chassis
Frame.
6.8 Coil over spring and shock absorber units are not permitted.
6.9 No adjustable Shockers permitted.
6.10 No canter lever systems allowed.

7.
7.1
7.2

STEERING.
Steering must remain as per OEM.
Steering box be mounted in original location and pitman arm,
idler arm and drag link remain as OEM.
7.3 Power steering is permitted and steering quickeners are
recommended.
7.4 Spindles and stub axles may not be modified in any manner.
7.5 Aluminium steering components are not permitted.
7.6 RHD Saginaw steering boxes only permitted for right hand
drive cars.
7.7 Vehicle may be constructed with left hand drive steering, if
vehicle is constructed as a L/H drive vehicle, it is permitted to
use a L/H Saginaw steering box. Mounting of steering box and
idler arm must be a mirror image of R/H drive vehicle.
7.8 Rack and pinion steering is not permitted.
7.9 Centre of the vehicle steering is not permitted.
7.10 Welding of steering components not permitted.
7.11 HQ - WB steering arms, draglinks, tie rods and ball joints only.
7.12 Left hand drag links permitted.

8.
8.1
8.2
8.3
8.4
8.5

8.6
8.7
8.8
9.
9.1
9.2
9.3

9.4
9.5
9.6
9.7

REAR SUSPENSION.
Rear suspension will consist of multi leaf type springs only.
Coil over spring and shock absorber units are not permitted.
Only one shock absorber per wheel is permitted.
Traction Control devises such as third arm/fifth arm torque
control units are not permitted.
An adjustable panard bar may be used to locate rear axle.
Panard bar must be straight. Cockpit adjustable panard bars
not permitted.
Leaf spring mount behind driver to be enclosed at top of
mount.
No adjustable shockers.
Diff must be secured to rear springs using u bolts only.
REAR AXLE AND DIFFERENTAIL HOUSING.
Rear axle housing may not be altered except to relocate spring
saddles and to fit shocker and brake mounts.
It is not permitted to cut, modify, offset differential, weld
housing or change axle length in any manner.
Rear axles and housing must be of GMH or Borg - Warner
manufacture and removed from a sedan, station wagon or
utility type vehicle only.
Diff ratios must be GMH or Borg - Warner factory ratios.
No machining of internal differential components or housing.
The only machining acceptable is for the fitment of wheel studs
or for the purpose of changing wheel stud patterns.
Rear diff must be locked by means of either welding, mini spool
or full spool, must be made of steel only.

10. BRAKES.
10.1 Operating brakes must be fitted to three wheels, right hand
front calliper ONLY may be removed. Must be able to lock all
three wheels at time of inspection.
10.2 A brake tap may be fitted to delete operation of the right hand
front brake.
10.3 All brake components fitted must remain as per passenger car
at wheel end. Front brakes must remain OEM HQ to WB.
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10.4 Sports car/ exotic or special vehicle callipers/ discs not permitted.
10.5 No drilled, cross drilled or slotted rotors allowed.
10.6 Rear callipers to be mounted as per diagram unless using OEM
brake calliper mounts.

13.3 Maximum base plate opening 42.8mm. The only other

modifications permitted is for the tuning or conversion to
methanol.
13.4 The carburettor must be fitted with external springs,
minimum of 2 and to be anchored in separate locations.
13.5
Carburettor
adapter and spacer combined height of no more
11.
WHEELS AND TYRES.
than
45mm
maximum
with restrictor plate.
11.1 This class of vehicle will only be allowed one wheel size and one type
13.6
AMCA
restrictor
plate
must be fitted to vehicles in all events
of tyre.
and
must
not
be
modified
in any manner and must be fitted
11.2 The wheels will be 15 X 8 steel and the centres will be welded to
directly on inlet manifold. ( Contact AMCA head office for
the rim.
supply of restrictor plates. )
11.3 Bolt in centres are not permitted.
13.7 The camshafts grind may be modified but must remain flat
11.4 The only type of tyre permitted is a 84 X 8 X 15 diameter hard
tappet. Lifters can be solid or hydraulic. Adjustable
compound tyre approved for use by AMCA Nationals.
pushrods are permitted.
11.5 The tyre will bear the moulded AMCA Nationals logo on the tyre
13.8 Conrods and Crankshafts must be OEM 253, and cannot be
sidewall.
lightened other than to accommodate normal balancing
11.6 Bead locks of any description are not permitted.
procedures. IE no removal of material from main journal
centre line to big end crank pin.
11.7 Recapping, grooving or cutting of tyre tread is not permitted.
13.9 Conrods maybe shot peened, resized, side clearanced and
11.8 Half inch wheel studs to be fitted to all axles and hubs.
after market rod bolts permissible.
11.9 It is permissible to weld a 8mm max diameter steel ring to the
13.10 The oil pump may be modified. Dry sump systems are not
outside edge of the rim. All rims outer edges to be kept free from
permitted.
sharp edges.
11.10 If using mud covers, you may use a supporting ring type cover or a 13.11 The sump - oil pan may be modified.
minimum 3 mounting plates welded to the rim. Self tappers / tech
13.12 Cylinder heads - No after market heads ( e.g. Yella Terra or
screws not permitted.
Brock ). Standard OEM 253 cylinder heads only. The ONLY
modifications permissible are 11.11 Mud Covers - 2mm maximum alloy covers with dome or flush
fasteners.
13.12.1 Valve springs and retainers may be replaced with stronger
type ( Maximum outside diameter 33mm ). No tapered valve
11.12 Tyres must protrude a minimum of 100mm outside of bodyline on
springs permitted.
the right hand side of vehicle, Tyres on the left hand side must be
visible when sighting from front of vehicle.
13.12.2 Valves may be renewed with standard after market valves.
Oversize stems permissible. Valves may be refaced and back
cut.
12. FUEL AND FUEL TANK.
( a ) Inlet valve part no 1911 or equivalent 1.765 head size.
12.1 The only fuels permitted are pump petrol, AV gas or Methanol fuel.
( b ) Exhaust valve part no 1910 or equivalent 1.490 head
12.2 Performance additives of any kind are not permitted.
size
12.3 Approved race fuel cells permitted and recommended. Maximum
13.12.3 Cylinder Head may be modified to assist oil drain back.
capacity 120 litres. Tanks may be constructed from 3mm
13.12.4 Cylinder head must remain visually standard.
aluminium or 2mm steel, limited to 70 litres capacity and must be
mounted securely in the rear of the vehicle behind the roll cage and 13.12.5 Head gasket face may be machined for compression and
inlet face for inlet manifold fitment only. NO match porting.
the rear fire wall.
13.12.5 Valve seat faces may be machined.
12.4 Fuel tank to be mounted 250mm minimum distance from inside of
rear nerf bar. All Cars built after 1/7/2014 measurement to be
13.12.6 No machining of valve throats deeper than 11mm from
330mm.
the floor of the combustion chamber.
12.5 Steel jerry cans not permitted.
13.12.7 Rockers - Only OEM 253 rockers may be used. Lash caps
permitted.
12.6 Electric fuel pumps must have automatic shut off ( e.g. LPG safety
switch ) if engine stops.
13.12.8 Cylinder head maybe modified to fit1/2 (.500) bronze
guides and/or fitment of valve stem seals.
12.7 Fuel pick ups not to be mounted in bottom of tank.
13.13
Standard distributor may be replaced with an aftermarket
12.8 The use of imported / exotic fuels not permitted.
HEI
type but must remain visually standard and contain
12.9 One way valves in vent line.
ignition module in or on the distributor housing.
13.14 High volume mechanical fuel pumps permitted.
13. ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
13.15 Max bore size .060 = 3.690
The only engine that can be fitted to this class of vehicle will be the
General Motors Holden cast iron V8 known as the 253. No other 13.16 Inlet Manifold - no aftermarket manifolds, OEM 253 two
type or make of engine is permitted.
barrels only. Gasket surfaces may be machined to facilitate
The engine must remain as per General Motors Holden
cylinder head machining for compression.
Specifications.
13.17 Piston to be flat top and no higher than cylinder block.
The only modifications permitted are the following items:
13.18 Cylinder block may be decked and modified in valley to
13.1 The standard 2 - barrel carburettor may be replaced by a Holley 350
assist oil drain back.
or 500 cfm two barrel carburettor. The choke housing must remain.
13.19 Head stud and main bearing stud kits allowed. No
The use of after market metering blocks, e.g. those with external
machining or alterations to engine block or bearing caps to
main jet adjusters is permissible.
accommodate fitment.
13.2 Carburettor - choke housing must remain, venturis not to be
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13.20 Eye browing of pistons permitted.

THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE NOT PERMITTED.
Porting and polishing, roller rockers, roller cams, roller cranks,
high compression pistons, after market connecting rods,
aftermarket crankshafts, stroking or de stroking, port matching and electronic management systems of any
description, No CDI or DSI ignitions or similar permitted. Any other
modifications or parts not listed as permissible under engine
specifications.
14. ENGINE SETBACK AND OFFSET.
14.1 Engine setback to be measured from centre line of rear axle to
the rear face of engine block. Maximum set back 1710mm.
14.2 It is permitted to offset the engine to the left of vehicle centre line
a maximum 75mm on right hand drive vehicles.
14.3 Left hand drive vehicles may offset engine a maximum 50mm to
the left side of vehicle.
15. EXHAUST.
15.1 The exhaust system may be modified by the use of extractors but
must be able to meet 95 DBA noise limits or local EPA/
COUNCIL regulations. Please check with State Rep for this
information.
16. COOLING SYSTEM.
16.1 Radiator must be mounted in front of engine. Cooling system to
have pressure release system fitted. HQ - WB sub frame may be
relieved to help facilitate radiator fitment.
16.2 Contact AMCA for diagram.
16.3 No electric water pumps.
17. TRANSMISSIONS.
17.1 The only transmission permissible will be OEM automatics and
manual gearboxes as listed below.
17.2 Holden 6 CYL or V8 three or four speed,
Ford Borg - Warner three speed.
Ford single rail four speed.
Ford top loader.
17.3 Manual transmissions must be clutch operated ( with the motor
running and vehicles still in position, driver must be able to
engage gear and move forward then backward ). Internal gears
and ratios not to be altered from OEM.
17.4 Steel tail shafts only.
17.5 Clutch pressure plate to remain as per OEM for 6CYL or V8.
Clutch plate ( disc ) open and may be modified to suit gearbox
input shaft.
17.6 Automatic transmissions must retain torque converter - bypass
transmissions ( i.e. tap type operation ) are not permitted.
17.7 A scatter shield of minimum 3mm steel or 5mm aluminium must
be fitted in the area of the drivers feet and lower legs.
17.8 Tail shaft loops of a minimum 50mm X 5mm steel or 25mm OD
steel tube to be fitted no more than 150mm to rear of front
universal joint.
17.9 AMCA Nationals spec flywheel available and are recommended,
contact AMCA Nationals.

17.10. Holden STD flywheel can be used.

17.11. Holden flywheel may not be drilled or excessively lightened,
minimum Holden flywheel weight 15KG.
17.12 Driver responsible for the removal of flywheel and clutch for
inspection.
17.13 No quick change devices allowed.
18. SAFETY/SEAT/SEAT BELTS.
18.1 All safety gear is to meet current SFI or FIA minimum standards.
18.2 Approved 1 piece race suit only, minimum standard
18.3 Approved fire proof underwear compulsory.
18.4 Balaclava to be worn and/or approved helmet skirt.
18.5 Approved gloves and footwear to be worn.
18.6 Approved helmet only, to meet current AS standards or
SNELL standards. Full face helmet mandatory.
18.7 You must use either a neck brace or a approved helmet restraint system or both.
18.8 Full window net is mandatory. Must be quick release detachable from top.
18.9 Minimum SFI 16.1 standard 5 or 6 point restraint are mandatory. If using a Hans device you may use SFI 16.5 restraint. 5
year rule applies to all belts. Restraint systems must use a lever/
latch style buckle and cannot be the plastic camlock buckle.
18.10 Only approved type racing harness must be fitted, using a
minimum of four major belts and four mounting points, plus one
or two anti submarine / crutch straps. ( See diagram for correct
seat belt installation. )
18.11 Seat belt mounting point minimum 3.2mm steel plate and must
be gusseted where required.
18.12 High back aluminium seat only.
18.13 Minimum of four mounting points. Rear of seat to be incorporated in mounting.
18.13.1 Minimum 3/8 high tensile bolts.
18.13.2 Seat mount washers minimum OD 32mm.
18.14 Each pit crew shall have in its procession in working order in
its pit during a race meeting a fire extinguisher with a minimum
capacity of 2KG. Dry chemical is the most effective.
18.15 Roof access hatch permissible ref AMCA Nationals for details.
18.16 The use of racecievers where applicable is mandatory.

19. SWITCHES AND FUEL TAP.

19.1 All vehicles must be fitted with a battery isolation switch that is
within reach of the driver and/or track officials and must be
painted in a contrasting colour to vehicle. It must be clearly
marked on/off.
19.2 Battery location to be marked on external body work with solid
blue triangle or contrasting colour 75mm x 75mm.

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19.3

All interior switches are to be clearly marked as to their

purpose and on/off positions will be clearly marked.
19.4 Fuel supply tap will be painted in a contrasting colour and be
clearly marked on/off.
20. SIGN WRITING.
20.1 State prefix E.G. NSW/VIC etc to be affixed before number,
size 100mm X 100mm.
20.2 Minimum number size 450mm high X 400mm wide.
20.2.1 Numbers must be placed on both sides of vehicle and roof.
20.3 Drivers name to be clearly visible on roof, minimum height
80mm.
20.4 Roof plate numbers may be optional to use when using transponders. Roof plate numbers must be used at all other times.
20.4.1 All cars are to carry roof plate numbers with them at all times.
20.4.2 Roof plate numbers must have a white number on a black
background. Roof plat to measure 310 x 300mm and must have
your state prefix on it. E.g. Vic 10 becomes V10.
20.5 All cars to be presented in a clean and professional manner.
20.6 Any car not presented clean and with clear professional sign
writing may be removed from the event.
20.7 All sign writing should be a contrasting colour to the general
paint scheme of the car so that it is readable under all
conditions of light and speed.
20.8 Car numbers are to be displayed and clearly visible on the rear
of each vehicle, minimum size of number 150mm X 150mm and
to carry state prefix as per roof number.
20.9 Tail shaft to be painted white or bright yellow with state prefix
and car number in contrasting colour.
20.10 All lead ballast to be painted white and have car prefix and
number affixed.
21.

21.1

21.2

21.3
21.4
21.5

21.6
21.7

CLAIM RULE.
The engine claim rules have been introduced in an effort to
reduce the cost of engines and to discourage, rule bending,
fudging and reading between the lines of engine specifications to
gain a competitive advantage
These rules are binding on all drivers competing in the AMCA
NATIONALS national class and will not be the subject of
debate in their interpretation and implementation.
All cars taking part in a claim must have raced at the same
venue at least twice. The only exception is the Australian Title,
where a driver may claim an engine regardless if they have
raced previously at the venue or not.
Claim card must be filled out correctly and fees payable
( $1000.00 ) for engine claim or ( $500.00 ) for cylinder head &
manifold by Driver at the completion of feature race or final
race to a AMCA Official before leaving the track.
Claiming Drivers to supply & pay for engine lift.
Claiming Drivers engine, must under its own power enter the
designated claiming area.
Claiming drivers engine, must have no oil leaks, water leaks, no
audible bearing or heavy tappet noise. Must not be overheating
and must adequate oil pressure.
The driver of the vehicle is the sole person permitted to make
or refuse an engine claim, no exceptions.
Only the driver of the first four finished vehicles of the final or
feature race will be subject to an engine/cylinder head &
manifold claim. In case of competing claims, the driver
finishing farthest back has the option of making the first claim.
For any driver to make a claim they must finish on the same
lap as the first placegetter.

21.8 Only drivers and AMCA Officials will be allowed in the track
infield claiming area. Owners - pit crews are not to make contact
with their respective drivers. All claims must be made within five
minutes of the end of the Final or Feature event.
21.9 Only the Driver may claim an engine/cylinder head & manifold
or refuse to sell an engine/cylinder head & manifold. First sell or
no sell by Driver will be binding.
21.10 If a Driver refuses to sell, car and driver will automatically be
disqualified for a minimum period of 24 months of racing, they
will forfeit all seasons points for National, State and Track point
scores. The driver will also return any monies paid to them from
the current season.
21.11 The last five laps of any feature/final must take place without
stoppage before claim may take place.
21.12 The engine/cylinder head & manifold claim will take the form of
an engine/cylinder head & manifold exchange between the
claiming driver and the driver being claimed, once the claim has
been initiated and the claim within the rules laid down and
accompanied by the $1000/$500 cash claim fee the drivers will
complete the engine/cylinder & manifold exchange. The exchange
must take place directly after the feature/final event.
21.13 The driver making a claim will also be required to make a
payment to AMCA of $100.00 per hour per person to cover the
costs of AMCA Officials and any other Person required to
participate in any form of a claim.
21.14 Deliberate sabotage or any act or modification that renders a
claimed engine/cylinder head & manifold unusable in another
AMCA National will result in the offending driver and vehicle
being suspended for no less than 12 months and loss of all
accumulated points and monies paid.
21.15 Any driver making a claim for anyone other than themselves will
loose all points and prize money for that season and will be
suspended from racing for no less than 90 days.
21.16 No driver may make more than 2 engine/cylinder head &
manifold claims per season and no driver may claim another one
more than once during a racing season.
21.17 The engine/cylinder head & manifold claim does not include:
flywheel or flex plate, clutch plate, pressure plate, bell housing,
headers or exhaust system, starter motor, engine mounts, sending
units and switches for oil pressure and water temperature, fans
and pulleys, alternator, carburettor, carburettor adaptors, water
pump, distributor and plug wires, dip stick, air cleaner, rocker
covers & sumps. Only the basic core engine plus manifold may be
claimed.
21.18 AMCA NATIONALS reserves the right to inspect any engine at
any time.
21.19 AMCA NATIONALS reserves the right to claim.
22. ENGINE PROTEST.
22.1 Within 5 minutes after a feature/final has been completed a
driver can pay $500.00 to protest any engine that finishes in the
top four positions. The protesting driver will also be subject to a
additional fee of $100.00 per hour per person to cover the costs of
the AMCA Official and required expert person to be present for
inspection.
22.2 Under this test the following may be inspected:
Inlet Manifold and cylinder head removed at which time valve
sizes, combustion chambers and inlet & exhaust parts may be
inspected. Bore and stroke may also be checked.
22.3 The $500.00 protest fee will be returned to protester if the engine
is found to be illegal. If the engine is found to be legal then the
$500.00 protest fee will be paid to the car being protested.
22.4 An illegal engine carries a minimum 6 months suspension for car
and driver.

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Where a transponder is to be used, it must be fitted
in the designated area shown below.
Transponder Location:
( a ) 160mm from short fold in clip.
( b ) 565mm measured from centre of front axle to
transponder.

AMCA NATIONALS FLYWHEELS $280.00

RESTRICTOR PLATES $66.00
For all enquiries please contact:
Michael Reidy : 0430 540379
[email protected]

Vertical bar on fuel protection bar.

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AMCA Nationals - Technical Rules - Specifications

Rake on Bonnet 50mm Max. Break in Bonnet to be between 440mm

forward of centre of Carburettor and centre line of front axles.