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OBC Touring Class Regulations
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OBC Touring Class Regulations
Does anybody know where I can get a hold of the Touring class regulations for the OBC?
Good luck !
We only got our regs a week before the event from another competitior
...You could get em from the OBC website... if you want them for 2002 
that is...
Pls pm me with an email addy of you would like the original files (have attached a jpg of the supplementary touring regs too)
These are the Cross Country Rules as per 2004 OBC
3.2 TOURING CLASS
3.2.1 TYRES
Supplementary Regulations shall nominate tread pattern and tread depth applicable to each Event.
Tyre sizes shall be limited to 33x12.5 or metric equivalent based on a gauge with internal dimensions of 840mm and 320mm.
Track increase shall be limited to 50mm (2”).
The tyres shall fit completely within the mudguards and flares.
Tyres may be fitted with tubes.
Valves shall not protrude beyond the outer edge of the tyre profile.
Tyre tread shall have a minimum contact ratio of 50%.
3.2.2 WHEELS
Wheels shall be limited to a rim width of 203mm (8”) and the offset shall be such that the tyre shall completely fit within the mudguards and flares.
Bead locks are not allowed.
A spare wheel shall be carried at all times and be securely mounted on or in the vehicle. Spare wheel(s) and tyre(s) shall be the same size as fitted to the vehicle.
3.2.3 AXLES
Axle housings shall be original but may be protected.
Axle internal components shall be original and extension breathers may be fitted.
3.2.4 BRAKES
The original braking system shall be retained unmodified except for the composition of the brake pads/linings.
The handbrake shall be as originally fitted and shall be operational.
3.2.5 DIFFERENTIALS
The original differential system shall be retained unmodified except that differential locks may be fitted.
Differential ratios are free.
3.2.6 GEARBOX
The original gearbox shall be retained unmodified.
3.2.7 TRANSFER CASE
The original transfer case system shall be retained unmodified.
Transfer case ratios shall be available for that vehicle make.
The transfer case and differentials shall be operative and capable of driving all four wheels.
3.2.8 STEERING
Original steering boxes shall be retained in the original location and shall be unmodified.
Original steering linkages and components shall be retained unmodified but may have protection fitted to them.
3.2.9 SUSPENSION
Selection of shock absorbers and bushes is free except that the original number and location shall be retained.
The original spring design shall be retained except that components may be modified or replaced with aftermarket units.
Original suspension linkage or pin configuration, length and positioning shall be retained but may be strengthened.
3.2.10 ENGINE
The original engine shall be retained unmodified except that alternative engine management systems, and in the case of diesel engines an aftermarket turbo, supercharger and intercooler or combination of, may be fitted.
Snorkels and aftermarket air filters are free unless specified otherwise in the any Supplementary Regulations.
Oil filters are free except the original method of attachment shall be retained.
3.2.11 ELECTRICAL
Original alternators shall be retained unmodified.
Headlight inserts and globes are free.
Tail lights, stop lights and reversing lights shall be as originally fitted.
Batteries are free.
Fitting and location of additional batteries is free.
All batteries shall be securely fastened and if they are in the cabin they shall be secured in an enclosure and vented to the outside unless the battery is a sealed unit.
3.2.12 EXHAUST SYSTEMS
The exhaust system is free.
3.2.13 CHASSIS
The original chassis shall be retained unmodified.
Strengthening with the additional bracing is acceptable.
Spring and shock absorber chassis mountings may be strengthened.
Protection plates may be added for strengthening and protection purposes.
3.2.14 BODY
The original body shall be retained unmodified except that additional mud flaps, door sills and flares may be added for protection.
3.2.15 LIGHTS
Vehicles may be fitted with up to four driving lights in addition to the original headlights and driving lights.
Driving lights shall be mounted at the front of the vehicle and shall operate with the high/low beam switch in conjunction with the headlights.
It is strongly recommended that a dust lamp be fitted to the rear of the vehicle.
3.2.16 FUEL
The original fuel system shall be retained unmodified and shall be in a sound condition with all fittings tightly fastened.
The original fuel tank may be supplemented or replaced with a long-range fuel tank.
Alternative fuel such as LPG may be fitted and if fitted shall be in accordance with State and National Regulations.
Fuel used shall be limited to that which is available at service stations..
We only got our regs a week before the event from another competitior
...You could get em from the OBC website... if you want them for 2002 that is...
Pls pm me with an email addy of you would like the original files (have attached a jpg of the supplementary touring regs too)
These are the Cross Country Rules as per 2004 OBC
3.2 TOURING CLASS
3.2.1 TYRES
Supplementary Regulations shall nominate tread pattern and tread depth applicable to each Event.
Tyre sizes shall be limited to 33x12.5 or metric equivalent based on a gauge with internal dimensions of 840mm and 320mm.
Track increase shall be limited to 50mm (2”).
The tyres shall fit completely within the mudguards and flares.
Tyres may be fitted with tubes.
Valves shall not protrude beyond the outer edge of the tyre profile.
Tyre tread shall have a minimum contact ratio of 50%.
3.2.2 WHEELS
Wheels shall be limited to a rim width of 203mm (8”) and the offset shall be such that the tyre shall completely fit within the mudguards and flares.
Bead locks are not allowed.
A spare wheel shall be carried at all times and be securely mounted on or in the vehicle. Spare wheel(s) and tyre(s) shall be the same size as fitted to the vehicle.
3.2.3 AXLES
Axle housings shall be original but may be protected.
Axle internal components shall be original and extension breathers may be fitted.
3.2.4 BRAKES
The original braking system shall be retained unmodified except for the composition of the brake pads/linings.
The handbrake shall be as originally fitted and shall be operational.
3.2.5 DIFFERENTIALS
The original differential system shall be retained unmodified except that differential locks may be fitted.
Differential ratios are free.
3.2.6 GEARBOX
The original gearbox shall be retained unmodified.
3.2.7 TRANSFER CASE
The original transfer case system shall be retained unmodified.
Transfer case ratios shall be available for that vehicle make.
The transfer case and differentials shall be operative and capable of driving all four wheels.
3.2.8 STEERING
Original steering boxes shall be retained in the original location and shall be unmodified.
Original steering linkages and components shall be retained unmodified but may have protection fitted to them.
3.2.9 SUSPENSION
Selection of shock absorbers and bushes is free except that the original number and location shall be retained.
The original spring design shall be retained except that components may be modified or replaced with aftermarket units.
Original suspension linkage or pin configuration, length and positioning shall be retained but may be strengthened.
3.2.10 ENGINE
The original engine shall be retained unmodified except that alternative engine management systems, and in the case of diesel engines an aftermarket turbo, supercharger and intercooler or combination of, may be fitted.
Snorkels and aftermarket air filters are free unless specified otherwise in the any Supplementary Regulations.
Oil filters are free except the original method of attachment shall be retained.
3.2.11 ELECTRICAL
Original alternators shall be retained unmodified.
Headlight inserts and globes are free.
Tail lights, stop lights and reversing lights shall be as originally fitted.
Batteries are free.
Fitting and location of additional batteries is free.
All batteries shall be securely fastened and if they are in the cabin they shall be secured in an enclosure and vented to the outside unless the battery is a sealed unit.
3.2.12 EXHAUST SYSTEMS
The exhaust system is free.
3.2.13 CHASSIS
The original chassis shall be retained unmodified.
Strengthening with the additional bracing is acceptable.
Spring and shock absorber chassis mountings may be strengthened.
Protection plates may be added for strengthening and protection purposes.
3.2.14 BODY
The original body shall be retained unmodified except that additional mud flaps, door sills and flares may be added for protection.
3.2.15 LIGHTS
Vehicles may be fitted with up to four driving lights in addition to the original headlights and driving lights.
Driving lights shall be mounted at the front of the vehicle and shall operate with the high/low beam switch in conjunction with the headlights.
It is strongly recommended that a dust lamp be fitted to the rear of the vehicle.
3.2.16 FUEL
The original fuel system shall be retained unmodified and shall be in a sound condition with all fittings tightly fastened.
The original fuel tank may be supplemented or replaced with a long-range fuel tank.
Alternative fuel such as LPG may be fitted and if fitted shall be in accordance with State and National Regulations.
Fuel used shall be limited to that which is available at service stations..
97 TJ [i]Goatsack[/i]
Thanks for that, 3.2.5 Differentials states that diff ratio's are free. Is this correct, can you change your diff gears? Did you run in the touring class and if do how did you find it, I am thinking of setting up my SWB Mav to run in this class next year, will they have a touring class in the Alpine Challenge?
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