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are: body/chassis, engine, brakes, gearbox, and rear axle case.
Only vehicles complying with CAMS 5th Category classes will be considered to be in the VSCCWA equivalent
class. The relevant VSCCWA Eligibility Officer will be the judge of fact.
11.2.
Ancillary components that do not comply with CAMS manual in terms of period (i.e.: trim,
instruments, wheels, carburettors, even if the year of manufacture is this century) will only move the car one
category younger.
11.3.
If a supercharger or turbo charger is fitted, it must be of a type reasonably available at the eligibility date
of the vehicle.
11.4.
Dating of components in run-on models will be accepted as at the date the component first appeared in
a production vehicle. (eg FIAT 1.4L twin cam design was first introduced in 1964 and ran till 1980 unchanged.
These cars will be categorized as 1964 cars. But the first production of the 2L was 1975. If the car has a 2L engine
then the youngest major component is 1975, and the car will be categorized as 1975.)
11.5.
Onus of written proof with serial numbers is by applicant. The Eligibility officer has final say. Eligibility
officer may keep a database of accepted dates for reference on popular components, e.g. 5speed gearbox first
manufactured 1942 serial 0001 onwards.
11.6.
Exemptions allowed as per CAMS manual - i.e. any version of an SU carburettor is acceptable as long as
the size remains unchanged.
11.7.
If any change is made to a major component, then the vehicle will be required to pass Eligibility Scrutiny
again, and the log-book will be updated and signed appropriately.
11.8.
The applicant is responsible for notifying change and producing the vehicle for re-scrutiny. Failure to do
so may result in disqualification from entry, or Championship points being disallowed, at the discretion of the
Chief Scrutineer.
12.
COMPETITION APPAREL
For all Regularity, Sprints, and Hillclimbs drivers must wear the following:
12.1.
Helmet:
A helmet that complies with AS 1698 or FIA 8860-2010 or FIA 8860 2004 and carries marking
to that effect or one that is specifically approved by CAMS, also appropriately marked to that effect must be worn at
all times within the competition area. If the helmet is fitted with FHR posts, the posts should be identified as
complying to FIA 8858 2004 or FIA 8858-2010
Helmets must not be loosened or removed until the car is back in the pits or the driver is outside the barriers.
12.2.
Clothing:
Clothing for drivers and crew members must be from ankles to neck to wrists, and include
suitable gloves. Clothing including gloves and footwear of flammable synthetic material, such as nylon, is not
permitted.
12.3.
Footwear:
Suitable closed toe footwear is required to be worn. Thongs, sandals or synthetic material
sneakers are not permitted.
12.4.
Goggles and Visors:
Goggles or visors must be worn by drivers of open cars. Those with glass lenses of
any kind are not permitted. Lenses shall be of a plastic material, with high-impact resistance, satisfactory optical
qualities and complying with Australian Standard Specification AS 1609-1981, BS4110Z or equivalent International
Standard.
For Race Events drivers must wear approved Apparel as outlined in the CAMS Manual – Schedule D.
13.
VEHICLE SAFETY
13.1.
Seat Belts/Safety Harnesses:
Safety Harnesses and/or seat belts must be fitted and comply with
minimum requirements specified in the CAMS Manual - Schedule I. Frontal Head Restraint must be presented for
scrutiny and worn, if the safety harness fitted is marked “FHR use ONLY” (FIA 8853/98). Safety harnesses and/or
seat belts are required to be worn in all competition, except where otherwise specified for vehicles of the 5th
Category, and Frontal Head Restraint is recommended where not mandatory.
13.2.
Fire Extinguisher:
All cars must have a securely fitted fire extinguisher, which complies with AS 1841
(except AS 1841.2) and the extinguisher must be of at least 900g capacity. Fire extinguishers as above must be
maintained according to AS 1851. The fitment of an “on-board” extinguishing system in accordance with FIA
Appendix J Article 253-7 shall be acceptable as an alternative to the fitment of a separate extinguisher. Note that
Halon extinguishers (1201 and 1311, including BCF) are not permitted under civil legislation.
Metal brackets (plastic brackets are not permitted) to be used to secure the fire extinguisher with hi-tensile bolts,
nuts and washers. Self-tapping screws are not permitted.
With the exception of open-wheelers - extinguishers must be in reach of the driver when in normal driving
position.
13.3.
Battery Indication:
All vehicles must have a blue triangle marker, with sides of at least 150mm, clearly
visible on the external coachwork indicating the position of the vehicle’s battery.