---

SPONSORS

Hi All,

 The next Regional 4x4 Challenge will be held at Eston on the 29^th August 2010.  Previous competitions have always proved to be a bit more technical and challenging here than at other sites. 

 I would appreciate any assistance that can be given by our membership in setting up the track on the day before.

 Kevin

---

		ENTRY FORM
	HALFWAY TOYOTA 4X4 REGIONAL CHALLENGE
	29th August 2010
ROUND THREE OF THE KZN REGIONAL 4x4 CHALLENGE CHAMPIONSHIP
MSA PERMIT Nr.:	8232		CLASS	COMP. NR.
ENTRIES CLOSE	Friday 2nd July 2010
ENTRY  FEE	R80.00 per vehicle
			Organizer
Cheques payable to:	Four Wheel Drive Club of KZN		John Burke
Post to:	P O Box 1405, Westville 3620		Cell:	083 4414144
Transfer to:	FNB Durban North		E-mail:	johnb@uic.co.za
Bank details	62065808150 Branch Code:220426
Fax Nr:	John Burke 031 468 8176
Held under the General Competition Rules and Standing Supplementary Regulations of Motorsport South Africa (MSA) and any final instructions which may be issued to competitors.
	Name:			Lic. Nr.
	Address:			Club:
				Postal code:
DRIVER	Date of birth		I. D. Nr:
	Tel. (W)		(H):	Fax:
	Emergency tel. Nr.		Tel:(W)	(H):
	E-Mail			Cell
	Blood Group:		Allergy:
	Name:			Lic. Nr.
	Address:			Club:
				Postal code:
CO -DRIVER	Date of birth		I. D. Nr:
	Tel. (W)		(H):	Fax:
	Emergency tel. Nr.		Tel:(W)	(H):
	E-Mail			Cell
	Blood Group:		Allergy:
VEHICLE DETAILS	Make:	Nickname:	Model:	Reg.Nr:
	Make of engine:		Capacity (cc):	Number of Cyl.:
Regional Class	Standard Production
	Open Class
I / we have read and understood GCR's 93, 94, 121 and 122 of the MSA Handbook and signify my / our agreement to abide by these rules by signing this entry form.
		IF UNDER 21, PARENT / LEGAL GUARDIAN
DRIVER	…………………………………..		………………………………………………….
CO-DRIVER	…...……………………………..		………………………………………………….
NB:     All alterations to the entry form must be initialled and dated by the Secretary of the Meeting

 

---

                              KZN Regional 4x4 Challenge Series

 

You are invited to join Halfway Toyota at a day of 4x4 fun and excitement on Sunday 29th August 2010. It’s the fourth round of the KZN 4x4 Challenge Series.

A 4x4 challenge is an off-roaders dream comes true. As a spectator you will witness 4x4’s of all shapes and sizes going over obstacles that one would never ever believe possible. The event is split into 2 classes, open class and the standard class.

In the open class, virtually anything goes, from rear wheel steering to Hydraulic self leveling suspension with front and rear diff-locks. These competitors have absolutely no fear and will attempt to score points in almost impossible situations. 

The standard class on the other hand is a class consisting of standard type production vehicles that we can all identify with.

Although the 12 obstacles that they attempt are not quite as radical as the open class, one will get to see first hand just exactly what a standard production 4x4 is really capable of doing. This class is often the most popular with spectators and promises to be an eye opener to all.

The competition kicks off at 09h00 and carry’s on until all 12 obstacles have been attempted by each competitor, which is usually around 16h00.

Food and refreshment’s will be served on the day.  

Challenge Dates & Venues

Date                                                                      Venue

29^th August 2010                                               Eston

03^rd October 2010                                             Highstakes, Cato Ridge

21^st November 2010                                        Pietermaritzburg

---

REGULATIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

FOR THE 2010 MSA KZN REGION 4X4

CHALLENGE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES

 

ART

1.             ELIGIBILITY OF COMPETITORS

                1.1           Open to competitors holding a current South African Competition license valid for 4x4 Challenges.

                1.2           Competitors must hold an annual Regional competition license to score points towards the

Championship.  No one day licenses will be issued on the day of the event.         

1.3                 Only one entry per vehicle will be accepted.

1.4                 Drivers must be a minimum of seventeen (17) years old and Co-drivers must be a minimum of 14 years old. The driver must be in possession of a driver’s license, or at least a learner’s driver’s license.

 

2.             ELIGIBILITY OF VEHICLES

                2.1           The competition will be open to any lightweight 4-wheel drive vehicles for which a Code    B (old code 08) driver’s licence would normally be required for, to qualify to compete in the classes as defined below.

                2.2           No trucks or heavy vehicles will be permitted.

2.3           The Organizers reserve the right to exclude vehicles at their discretion, deemed not suitable for this type of event or vehicles that could cause damage to the obstacle course because of excessive weight, size of tyres, construction of vehicle or any other reason. The decision to exclude such a vehicle will be done in consultation with the Stewards of the Meeting. Any objection against such a decision will therefore become the subject of an Appeal as to the future participation of the vehicle in question. The full entry fee for the event, from which the vehicle is excluded, will be refunded to the competitor.

 

3.             CLASSIFICATION

                3.1           Standard Production Vehicle Class

 

4.             VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS

                4.1           General

 

                                4.1.1        Only differentials from lightweight standard production vehicles (below 3500kg GVM) may be used. 

                                4.1.2        Brakes may be upgraded but, brakes operating independently on individual wheels will not be permitted in the Standard Production Class.

                                4.1.3        Exhausts systems are unrestricted provided that they meet with the dBa limit as defined by MSA

                                4.1.4        Should any entrant have doubt as to the classification of his vehicle, he must obtain a ruling in writing from the Technical Committee before entering an event.

 

4.2                Standard Production Vehicle Class

             4.2.1        No changes or modifications are permitted except for the following:

    The vehicles must be roadworthy and licensed. Proof to the Scrutineers’ satisfaction may be required.

4.2.2        The standard production chassis and body shell, including the doors, windscreen, load body, mudguards and     bonnet must be retained; neither the shape nor the material may be altered. Reinforcement may be made to these components.

4.2.3        Bumpers may be removed and replaced with bumpers or bush bars not detracting from the looks and image of the vehicle, to the discretion of the Scrutineers.

4.2.4        A maximum body lift kit of 50mm may be fitted provided that the vehicle retains roadworthiness.

4.2.5       Running boards may be removed and guards, to protect the sides and underside of the

vehicle may be fitted.

4.2.6        Doors may not be removed unless the manufacturer provides this facility by means of a quick release system. Safety nets must be fitted in the absence of the doors and windows.

4.2.7        Molded rubber or plastic wheel arch flares may be added but the original bodywork must remain standard.

4.2.8        Limited slip or locked differentials may be installed in the rear axle.

4.2.9        The suspension mounting points may be modified or reinforced but the original suspension type (i.e. leaf or coil springs, beam axles or independent suspension) must be retained.

4.2.10      The engine, transmission system and axles must be items used in production vehicles by the same manufacturer and model as the body and chassis, which may not be modified.

4.2.11      The vehicle must have factory fitted roll over protection (hard top) or alternatively be fitted with a roll bar in the case of a bakkie or soft-top. A bracing cross in the roll bar is highly recommended but is not compulsory.

 

4.3          Open Class

                          This is an open class to accommodate all types of 4x4 vehicles.

         Differentiation between the various vehicle types and modifications will be done by means of a handicap points system. The handicap for a specific vehicle will be determined at scrutineering. The handicap will be added to the competitors overall score for the day.

 The basic guideline for the handicap points system will be:

Axles
	No Diff lock/LS	+50
	1 Diff lock/LS	0
	2nd Diff lock/LS/Traction Control	-50
	Steerable rear	-50
Body	Shortened	-50
	DIY (Non-Standard)	-100
Wheel Travel	Center of hub to bottom of wheel arch > 590mm	-50
Suspension	Leaf springs	0
	Coil Springs Front Axle	-25
	Coil Springs Rear Axle	-25
Tyre Size	≤ 31”	+50

	>31” but < 35”	0
	35”	-50
Fiddle/split brakes	1 axle	-50
	2nd axle	-50
Body leveling	Hydraulic or Pneumatic	-50

 

               The vehicle must have factory fitted roll over protection (hard top) or alternatively be fitted with a roll bar in the case of a bakkie or soft-top. A bracing cross in the roll bar is highly recommended but is not compulsory.

 This class will also make use of up to 8 (eight) bonus obstacles, which will have a maximum score of 100 points. Only drivers with a handicap of –100 (minus one hundred) or more may attempt the bonus obstacles.

 5             GENERAL CONDITIONS APPLICABLE TO ALL CLASSES             

                 5.1           All vehicles must, in the opinion of the Organizers, be safe and capable of completing the course. Brakes and steering mechanisms will be strictly scrutineered and normal safety  requirements, such as properly secured batteries, will be checked.  It is strongly advised  that firewalls be fitted and bucket seats be used for the competitor’s own safety.

                5.2           A fire extinguisher, easily removable and fitted in a place easily accessible to driver, co-driver and officials, must be carried at all times. The fire extinguisher shall have a    minimum capacity of 2kg and proof of purchase or service within the preceding twelve months shall be furnished. Fire extinguishers containing carbon tetrachloride shall not be used. The Chief Marshal at each obstacle will ensure that a fire extinguisher is placed at the starting gate. In the event that a competing vehicle causes a fire that has to be extinguished with the marshal’s fire extinguisher, that competitor will have to pay the Marshal’s Association a fee of R100.00 for servicing and filling thereof. Competitors failing to comply with this ruling will not be allowed to start the next event on the calendar until this account is settled.

                5.3           Vehicles with a passenger compartment and roof must be fitted with a roll bar. Open vehicles must be fitted with roll cages.

                5.4           Roll bars and roll cages must be:

                                5.4.1        Adequately mounted and positioned in such a way that the competitors are protected at all times.

                                5.4.2        Constructed of steel tubing of minimum 32mm diameter with a minimum wall thickness of 2.5mm or 50mm diameter and higher with 2mm wall thickness.   Tubes must have holes of 6mm diameter drilled into all members for checking the tube thickness.

                                5.4.3        Mounted on the chassis, if the vehicle is fitted with a glass fiber body.

                                5.4.4        A diagonal member or cross members, joining the main roll bar not more that 150mm from the top or bottom must be fitted.

                                5.4.5        All welding must be of the highest quality with full penetration over the full perimeter of the tube.

                                5.4.6        Headspace of at least 50mm shall be allowed between the outer surface of the roll cage and the top of the helmet of a competitor, when seated normally.

                                5.4.7        Any design deviating from the specification must be presented to the Technical Committee and a ruling in writing obtained as to the safety of the vehicle, before entering an event.

          5.5             Vehicles with a passenger compartment and roof may be fitted with a minimum of 3-point safety belts provided they are of the fixed type and not inertia reel type safety belts.

                     All open type vehicles and vehicles competing in either regional or national championship classes must be fitted with a minimum of a harness type or 4-point safety belts. Competitors must wear safety belts in all obstacles.

                5.6           All open type vehicles or vehicles without functional side windows must have safety nets, securely fitted, covering the door or window opening from the top of the windscreen height to the bottom of the door opening for the full width of the door. The net must not have openings of more than 70mm square and must be capable of withstanding the weight of the competitor. Vehicles with functional windows must close the windows to 70mm below the top of the window frame if no nets are fitted. Doors must be properly secured at the discretion of the Scrutineers and a door opening in an obstacle will result in the competitor forfeiting all points for that specific obstacle.

5.7           All vehicles must be fitted with factory manufactured recovery hooks at back and front, securely bolted down (welding is not acceptable) and easily accessible. Recovery hooks must be painted red and must accept a rope loop to be secured without requiring the use of shackles or other such attachments.

5.8           Only standard tyres rated for use on the road and with a minimum speed rating of 100 kilometers per hour, will be permitted. Paddle tyres, tyre chains, studs, double wheels, etc. may not be used. The maximum tyre size permitted in this form of competition is 890mm (35”) diameter for all classes. Bead lock rims are permitted.

                5.9           No loose objects will be permitted in a competing vehicle. Toolboxes, jacks, water bottles, etc. must be securely fastened or removed from the vehicle before starting an obstacle.

                5.10         Where additional petrol tanks are fitted, the filler caps must be located on the outside of     the vehicle and petrol caps must be properly sealed to avoid pollution and fire hazard.

                5.11         All vehicles must be fitted with fire walls and guards over dangerous parts. The Scrutineer, in consultation with the Technical Committee, can exclude a competitor from competing if dangerous parts on his vehicle are not suitably protected.

 

6.             GENERAL RULES

                6.1           No competitor will be permitted to start the event unless he/she has satisfied the officials concerned that all necessary documentation has been completed.

                6.2           Suitable protective clothing, preferably an overall, with a minimum of long cotton pants, short sleeve cotton shirt and lace-up shoes, must be worn by all competitors.

                6.3           Competitors may not start an obstacle until both driver and co-driver have their crash helmets on, safety belts fastened and safety nets secured.

                6.4           The driver and co-driver may not undo their safety belts between the start and finish line of an obstacle. Offending competitors will forfeit all points for the specific obstacle if seen  by a Marshal. (Disqualify).

                6.5           Competitors will be permitted one (1) minute to inspect each obstacle, after which the Marshal will ask the competitor to proceed. Failure to abide by the ruling of the Marshal   will lead to exclusion for that specific obstacle at the discretion of the Chief Marshal at   that obstacle. (Disqualify). 

                6.6           The competitor may attempt the obstacle until he has lost all points for that particular obstacle, at which time his vehicle must be removed in such a way as to minimize damage to the obstacle. (Disqualify).

                6.7           Competitors will draw the starting order for the first obstacle of the day from the Chief  Marshals for the different classes after driver’s briefing. Once drawn, swapping numbers with other competitors will not be allowed. The competitor that started the first obstacle first will fall into the back of the queue at the second obstacle and so on for the rest of the event. If a competitor falls out of the competition, ranks will be closed so one competitor  does not start consecutive obstacles first.

                6.8           After a vehicle has been involved in a roll (two wheels off the ground and unable to recover on its own), that vehicle must be re-inspected for safety reasons and signed off by   the Scrutineer, before it will be allowed to enter the next obstacle. The Scrutineer will be  in radio contact with the marshals at all times and can be called for scrutiny of the vehicle by asking the Chief Marshal of the class. A vehicle that has not been signed off by the scrutineer is not eligible to score points in any successive obstacles. All rolls by     competitors will be duly noted on their score cards.

                6.9           Organising clubs must ensure that their Recovery Personnel hold MSA’s Exposed  Official’s insurance to ensure that they are properly insured in case of an accident.

                6.10         The cut-off time for a group of competitors starting a new obstacle will be 17h00.

 

 

 

7.             COMPETITION NUMBERS

                7.1           Competition numbers and sponsors decals will be supplied by the Organisers at   documentation and must be applied in a clearly visible position                                                                       

                7.2           Vehicles without adequate space for competition numbers and/or sponsors decals must be fitted with a board, minimum size 300 x 400mm, to each side of the vehicle.

7.3           The first three competition numbers will be allocated to drivers according to their overall finishing position in the MSA KZN Region 4x4 Challenge Championship Class the previous year.

 

8.             CREWS

                8.1           The driver and co-driver are deemed to be the crew and no other persons other than the crew and officials of the event will be permitted in or on the vehicle during the event.

                8.2           Competitors will only score points toward the category entered, namely driver or co-driver as shown on the entry form.

8.3           Although the co-driver may not qualify to be in control of the vehicle during the event, he/she must be capable of taking control, and recover the vehicle, if necessary.

 

9.             ROUTE

                9.1           Different classes may be required to complete different obstacles or sections of obstacles.

                9.2           The route will consist of twelve (12) obstacles of which at least two (2) will be progressive obstacles and two (2) penalty obstacles. Eight bonus obstacles will be set for Open Class  

                9.3           Crowd control must be maintained by demarcating the danger zones at obstacles by means of banner tape, leaving enough maneuvering space for the competitors. Spectator tape   must be a minimum of 3m from a straight line joining two adjacent gateposts.

                9.4           Obstacles shall be clearly marked by gates and competitors may not deviate from the  route.

                9.5           The exit to each obstacle must be extended and marked with banner tape of a different  color, clearly indicating where the obstacle has ended with the intention of improving   crowd control.

                9.6           The gates shall consist of two (2) gateposts clearly marked with banner tape, 3 m to 5 m  apart

                9.7           The top of the gateposts must be not lower than one (1) meter and not higher than 1.5 m above ground level.

                9.8           Organizers should make use of tubes in critical positions, suitably dimensioned to accept the post, which must be driven into the ground with about 20mm protruding. The length of  the tube should not be less than 300mm in length.

9.9           Where a normal gatepost cannot be used or in areas where the normal peg-type gateposts are deemed to be unsafe for the drivers, plastic cones may be placed as a gatepost and the whole cone including the base will be regarded as part of the gatepost.

                9.10         The top end of the gateposts must be bent over for safety reasons.

                9.11         The Organizers reserve the right to alter the route or cancel any obstacle as deemed necessary, for safety reasons.

                9.12         No obstacle will be cancelled after one competitor has attempted and/or successfully completed it. If it is deemed necessary to alter an obstacle, after an attempt by a competitor, the competitor will be granted a second chance.

                9.13         Obstacles must be set out in a manner that allows participants to negotiate and/or complete the obstacle successfully. Progressive scoring may be used where it is envisaged that  competitors may not be able to complete the obstacle successfully.

                9.14         Water and mud obstacles must not be deeper than 150 mm.

9.15     Both posts of gates must be marked clearly with colour-coded 50mm duct tape. Starting gates must be marked with a double flag. The colours shall be: Red for Open Class, Silver for Bonus Obstacles and Yellow for Standard Class.

                9.16         The front wheel hubs may not pass through the designated starting gate when taking a roll back. (Abandon Route)

 

 

10.          POINT SYSTEM AND TYPE OF OBSTACLES

                10.1        General

                                10.1.1      A time limit will be imposed on each obstacle. A Marshal will start the clock as soon as the start signal is given and the competitor will be deemed to have completed the obstacle when the rearmost part of the vehicle crosses the imaginary line between the last two gateposts at the finish line.

10.1.2    If the organizers do not specify a time limit for an obstacle, a time limit of four (4) minutes per obstacle will be applicable for all classes. If the competitor has not completed the obstacle within the time given, the Marshal will stop the competitor and the competitor will forfeit all points for that specific obstacle.

                                10.1.3      The Marshal may call a time out at any given moment based on a spectator being in a dangerous position, the competitor disputing a decision by the Marshal or any other reason, at which time the clock will be stopped until such time as the Marshal indicates that the competitor may proceed in the obstacle. (Time Out)

                                10.1.4      If a competitor’s vehicle, in the Marshal’s judgement, cannot proceed any further in an obstacle and damages the obstacle by excessive spinning of wheels or in  any other way, the Marshal will stop the competitor by blowing a whistle. The competitor must stop immediately and will be permitted to renegotiate the  obstacle from the point where the Marshal stopped him. (Stop/Start)

                                10.1.5      Obstacles shall consist of a maximum of six (6) numbered gates including start and finish gates.

                                10.1.6      Although no banner tape shall be used between gates for the purpose of  demarcating the route, all points for the specific obstacle will be forfeited if a  competitor touches the crowd control banner tape demarcating danger zones as specified in Clause 9.3 (Abandon Route).

                                10.1.7      All points for the specific obstacle will be forfeited if the competitor:

                                                a)             Requests to bypass the obstacle. (Bypass)

                                                b)            Becomes stuck in the obstacle. (Stuck)

                                                c)             Fails to start the obstacle. (No Start)

                                                d)            Permits any outside assistance in the obstacle. (Assist)

                                                e)             Must be towed out of the obstacle. (Tow Out)

                                                f)             Travel with two wheels over or outside the first gatepost demarcating the beginning of the route. (Abandon Route).

                                10.1.8      All gates must be driven through with the front wheels first.

 

                10.2        Progressive obstacles (Forward Movement).

                                10.2.1      Progressive points will be awarded every time the rearmost part of the vehicle passes through a gate with a maximum of sixty (60) points awarded per obstacle.  Passing through the starting gate will be awarded by ten (10) points.

                                10.2.2      The number of points awarded to a competitor for passing through a gate must be indicated at the gate or at the start of each obstacle.

                                10.2.3      Twenty (20) points will be deducted if a competitor’s vehicle touches a gatepost, regardless of the number of times the vehicle touches the specific gatepost.    (Touch Post).

                                10.2.4      If the competitor’s vehicle, in the Marshal’s judgement, fails to proceed anyfurther in an obstacle, after he was stopped by the marshals whistle a first time, and damages the obstacle by excessive spinning of wheels or in any other way, the Marshal will stop the competitor by blowing his whistle a second time and thecompetitor will be awarded progressive points less any penalties occurred up to that point (Stop).

                                10.2.5      A competitor may voluntarily stop in the obstacle at any time and request to be awarded progressive points less any penalties occurred up to that point. (Stop)

                                10.2.6      If a competitor allows his vehicle to move backwards by engaging reverse or freewheeling, to gain advantage in the Marshal’s judgement, he will be awarded progressive points less any penalties occurred up to that point. (Roll Back).

                                10.2.7      If a competitor’s vehicle travels with more than two wheels over or outside a gatepost he will be awarded progressive points less any penalties incurred up to that point. (Abandon Route/Stop)

                                10.2.8      All points for the specific obstacle will be forfeited if a competitor’s vehicle crosses over its own tracks (loop) between gateposts (Abandon Route).

                10.3        Penalty obstacles

                                10.3.1      Sixty (60) points will be awarded when starting an obstacle.

One Hundred (100) points will be awarded per Bonus obstacle.

                                10.3.2      Ten (10) points will be deducted every time a competitor allows his vehicle to move backwards by engaging reverse or freewheeling, to gain advantage in the  Marshal’s judgement. (Roll Back)

                                10.3.3      A competitor will only be allowed three (3) roll backs between each pair of gates  and will forfeit all points for that specific obstacle if a fourth roll back is taken between the same pair of gates.

                                10.3.4      Twenty (20) points will be deducted when a competitor’s vehicle touches a  gatepost, regardless of the number of times the vehicle touches that specific gatepost. Touching only the duct tape on the gatepost does not constitute a banner touch. (Touch Post).

                                10.3.5      All points for the specific obstacle will be forfeited if the vehicle travels with more than two wheels over or outside a gate. (Abandon Route)

                                10.3.6      If the competitor’s vehicle, in the Marshal’s judgement, fails to proceed anyfurther in an obstacle, after he was stopped by the marshals whistle a first time,  and damages the obstacle by excessive spinning of wheels or in any other way, the Marshal will stop the competitor by blowing his whistle a second time. The competitor has to stop immediately, move backwards to a position from wherehe feels comfortable that the obstacle can be re-negotiated and will be penalized for a roll back. (Roll Back).

                                10.3.7      All points for a specific obstacle will be forfeited if a competitor’s vehicle crosses over its own tracks (loop) between gateposts (Abandon Route). However, driving  forward past a gate post, reversing outside the obstacle and then entering the next gate will only be penalized by a Roll Back. (10 points)

 

11.          CONTROLS

                11.1         After scrutineering, all vehicles must be impounded in an area demarcated for thispurpose.

                11.2         Competitors may not cross the starting line at any obstacle before receiving permission from the Marshal at the starting point to proceed.

                11.3         Before starting an obstacle, the competitor must know the exact route, i.e. entrance and exit gates, etc., and must satisfy himself that the obstacle is clear of vehicles and spectators and that all banner posts are in an upright position.

                11.4         After finishing an obstacle, the competitor must stop at the finishing point. The score sheet   must be marked and signed by the Marshal as well as the driver or co-driver before moving on to the next obstacle. The marshals or Clerk of Course may only change the signed score sheet after a successful and proper consultation with the appropriate competitor.

 

12.          SERVICING AND ASSISTANCE

                12.1         No assistance is permitted within the boundaries of an obstacle. If a vehicle cannot complete an obstacle because of breakage or any other cause, all points will be forfeited as  obstacle failure and no second chance will be permitted. 

                12.2         The co-driver must be in the vehicle before an obstacle is started. Failure to comply will result in his exclusion for the balance of the event.

                12.3         If a competitor’s vehicle needs urgent repairs, he may elect to do such repairs by falling out of the competition for the duration of the repairs.

                12.4         The competitor and/or vehicle may not leave the terrain on which the event is presented, during the duration of the event, without permission from the Clerk of the Course.

                12.5         Upon completion of the repairs, the competitor may return to the competition provided       that he re-enters the competition in his original starting position, rotation order and group to which he was assigned by the Clerk of the Course at the beginning of the event. Once the group has moved away from a completed obstacle, the repaired vehicle will not be permitted to enter this obstacle. All points for obstacles missed by the competitor during   his absence will be forfeited.

                12.6         No 4-wheel drive vehicle will be permitted to attempt or enter an obstacle without 4-wheel drive being operational. Once the competitor has moved into the obstacle, he may  disengage 4-wheel drive if required, provided that he does not damage the obstacle by   excessive spinning of the vehicle’s wheels or in any other way, in which case the Marshal  will stop the competitor and he may only continue after 4-wheel drive has been engaged.

 

13.          EXCLUSION

                Competitors will be excluded or regarded as non-finishers at the discretion of the Clerk of the Course for:

                13.1         Failing to start and/or remain in the correct starting position.

                13.2         Failing to stop at any control point and not carrying out the instructions as set out in these  regulations.

                13.3         Receiving two or more warnings by a Marshal, noted on his score sheets, for not stopping his vehicle when a Marshal blows his whistle and/or not abiding by the Marshals decision.

                13.4         Finishing the event with a vehicle having a chassis, frame, sub-frame, body or engine different to that fitted to the vehicle at the start of the event.

                13.5         Changing an obstacle by removing or shifting rocks, trees, etc.

                13.6         Practicing on the course within sixty days prior to an event.

                13.7         Their vehicle leaking fuel while negotiating an obstacle.

                13.8         If it is reported to the Organizer before 18h00 on the day of the event that a competitor  did:

                13.8.1      Behave in a manner likely to prejudice the interest of motor sport generally;

                13.8.2      Drive dangerously, under the influence of liquor or drugs or without due consideration for other competitors or spectators;

                13.8.3      Permit a person not entered as the official driver or co-driver, to be in control of   the vehicle from the period between documentation and having completed the last  obstacle;

                13.8.4      Fail to declare to the Organisers, on the Incident Report Form obtainable from the  Clerk of the Course, of any incident during the event involving any person or  property;

                13.8.5      Commit any breach of the General Competition Rules of MSA and theseSupplementary Regulations for which no specific penalties are stipulated.

 

14.          AWARDS

                14.1         For each event Trophies shall be awarded to drivers and co-drivers placed first, second and  third in each class.  

                14.2         In the case of a tie on an event, for the purpose of the prize giving the competitors’ positions will be determined by taking into account firstly the number of obstacles on  which full score have been achieved, and progressing down the scoring until the tie is broken.

 

15.             EVENTS TO COUNT TOWARDS THE KZN REGIONS 4x4 CHALLENGE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES

The KZN Regions 4x4 Challenge Championship Series will consist of Six (6) events as per the 2010 MSA Calendar of which all will count towards the KZN Regions 4x4 Challenge Championship.

  

16           POINTS SCORING

                The driver and co-driver of a specific vehicle will be awarded the same amount of points.

Allocations of class points to competitors within their specific class are as follows:

 

16.1         Five (5) points for starting an event.

 

16.2                         1st - 30 points                       5th - 12 points                       9th   - 4 points

                                2nd - 25 points                      6th - 10 points                       10th - 2 points

                                3rd - 20 points                       7th -   8 points

                                4th - 16 points                       8th -   6 points

 

16.3            If any class draws less than six (6) starters, the allocation of class points for that specific class will be as follows:

 

                   6 or more starters’                             Full points

                   5 starters                                             from 2nd place

                   4 starters                                             from 3rd place

                   3 starters                                             from 4th place

                   Less that 3 starters                           No points

 

16.4            In case of a tie at an event, the following procedures will be followed

                   16.4.1         For the purpose of championship points to be awarded, class points for the positions the competitors would have achieved if it wasn’t a tie, will be added together and divided equally between the competitors.

                    16.4.2         Class points will only be allocated to competitors if they achieve a minimum of twenty percent (20%) of the highest score for the day in their specific class

 

17           AIM OF THE KZN REGIONS 4X4 CHALLENGE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES

 

17.1            The aim of the KZN Regions 4x4 Challenge Championship Series is to declare a KZN Regions 4x4 Challenge Class Champion Driver and Co-driver in each class.

17.2            The competitors with the highest class-points in each of the classes will be declared the KZN Regions 4x4 Challenge Class Champion Drivers and Co-drivers.

17.3            MSA will only declare KZN Regions Class Champion Drivers and Co-drivers if a minimum of six (6) competitors entered each class in the Six (6) KZN Regions 4x4 Challenge Championship Events during the year. (Refer GCR 230 and 234).

17.4            In the case of a tie at the end of the season the competitor’s position will be determined by taking into account firstly the number of class wins and progressing down the scoring until the tie is broken. (Refer GCR 229).

17.5         If this is still ineffective, MSA shall declare the winner on such a basis as it deems fit.

 

18.             CONTROLLERS OF THE CHAMPIONSHIP

                   The Controllers of the Championship shall be the MSA KZN Regions Regional Committee

 

---

 

7.       ELIGIBILITY AND PRE-START REQUIREMENTS

 7.1     Competitors

 

Refer to Article 1 of the Regulations and Specifications for the 2010 Regional 4x4 Challenge Championship Series.  Competitors entering in the KZN Regional Classes i.e. Standard Production and Open Class must hold a current MSA KZN Regional competition licence valid for 4 x 4 Challenge events and will score points towards the 2010 KZN Regional 4 x 4 Challenge Championship. 

No Day Licences will be issued at the event.

                    Social Licenses valid for one year are available at a cost of R150.00

 7.2     Vehicles

 Refer to MSA rules for the 4x4 Challenge Specifications.

 7.3     Advertising

Competitor’s attention is drawn to GCR 246(iii) which makes it a condition of entry to display sponsors’ advertising material supplied by the Organisers.  Refer also to GCR 247.

 7.4     Acquaintance with and Submission to the Rules

                     Competitor’s attention is drawn to GCR 122.

 

8.       CREW AND CHANGE OF CREW OR VEHICLE

 

8.1     A change of crew or vehicle, but not both, may be permitted by the Clerk of the Course, subject to the approval of the Stewards of the Meeting, in terms of GCR’s 99(vii), 152(viii), 238(i) and 259.  Any application for such change must be made in writing and will only be permitted prior to the crew having completed documentation.

9.       CLASSES

          Vehicles will be divided into the classes as defined in Article 4 of the 4x4 Challenge Regulations and Specifications contained in the MSA Handbook.

 

10.     ENTRIES

 10.1   General

 

Entries open immediately and close at 17:00 on 9^th April 2010 by which time properly completed entry forms accompanied by the prescribed fee must be in the hands of the Organisers. Late entries will be accepted till 08:30 on Sunday 11th April 2010. A fine of R100.00 per vehicle will be levied for all late entries.

 

Should a competitor be uncertain whether he will be able to compete, he should nevertheless submit an entry, together with the prescribed entry fee.  Should he then be unable to compete, he should inform the Organisers in writing by no later than 17:00 on 9^th April 2010.  If the Organisers are in receipt of such a withdrawal of entry, they will refund the entry fee less a R50.00 handling fee to the entrant.

 

10.2   Entry Fees

 

R80.00 per vehicle

 

Entries should be sent to:

Four Wheel Drive Club

 

Or faxed to (086 514 07370) or to ikg@absamail.co.za

 

(Please do not send entries via Registered or Priority Mail)

 

Cheques/Postal Orders must be made payable to: Four Wheel Drive Club; KZN

Entry Fees may also be deposited in the following bank account.  (Proof of deposit must be faxed to 086 514 0737)

Name of Account:  Four Wheel Drive Club, KZN

Bank:                     FIRST NATIONAL BANK

Branch code:                   220426

Account Number:            62065808150

 

10.3   Faxed Entries

         Faxed entries will be accepted in accordance with GCR 96.

Fax Number:        086 514 0737

 Competitors wishing to enter by fax must fax their completed entry form and proof of deposit of the entry fee to the fax number indicated.  PLEASE WRITE YOUR NAME AND COMPETITION NUMBER ON THE DEPOSIT SLIP TO ENSURE THAT IT GETS CREDITED TO THE CORRECT ENTRY.

Competitors entering by fax are requested to bring their ORIGINAL entry forms and deposit slips to documentation.

 

10.4   Late Entries

 Late entries will be accepted at an additional fee of R100.00 per vehicle until 08:30 on Sunday 11^th April 2010.

 

11.    EVENT HEADQUARTERS AND OFFICIAL NOTICE BOARD

 11.1   Event Headquarters

 Event Headquarters will be situated at Ellingham Farm Quarry                          from the start of the event to the finish of the event.

 11.2   Official Notice Board

 The Official Notice Board will be situated at documentation at Ellingham Farm Quarry for the duration of the event.  Competitors are requested to read the Final Instructions posted on the official notice board before the event.  The official notice board will be moved to the High Stakes restaurant for the duration of the prize giving.  Competitors are requested to check the notice board periodically.

12.    IMPOUND AND PARC FERME

         12.1   Competitors will be required to impound their vehicles on completion of               Scrutinising.

 12.2   On finishing the event all competitors will be required to place their vehicles in Parc Ferme where all vehicles will be held until 16:30 or as extended by the Clerk of the Course.  The Organisers may, at their discretion carry out post-event scrutineering.  Refer to GCR 254.

 

13.    DRIVING CONDUCT

 13.1   This type of competition is not a speed event.  The Clerk of the Course may exclude any competitor who, in his opinion, is driving too fast or recklessly in an obstacle or transport section.

 

14.    EXCLUSION

 14.1   Refer to Article 13 of the 4x4 Challenge Regulations and Specifications contained in the MSA Handbook.

 

15.    RESULTS

 15.1   Provisional results will be posted in the event headquarters at 16:30 on Sunday 11^th April 2010.  Subject to no protests being received in terms of GCR 200 these results will become final 30 minutes later.

 15.2   Competitors attention is drawn to Parts IX and X and Appendix “R” of the MSA Handbook for protests and appeals.

 15.3   Should there be an unreasonable delay in announcing the results; the Stewards of the Meeting may postpone such announcement.  Refer to GCR 280(ii).

  

16.    PRIZE GIVING

         16.1   Prize giving will commence at 17.00 on Sunday 11^th April 2010, subject

           to no protests being received

 

17.    AWARDS

          17.1   All awards will be presented to the crew of the vehicle unless the entrant claims the award in writing upon entering the event.  Refer to GCR 281(i).

 

17.2   All awards will be distributed at Prize giving.  Any competitor who is not present and who has not made a prior arrangement with the Clerk of the Course or Secretary of the Meeting shall forfeit all such awards.  Competitor’s attention is drawn to GCR 280(iii).

 

17.3   Trophies will be awarded to the drivers and co-drivers placed first, second and third in their respective classes (REGIONAL CLASSES ONLY)

                                                                          

 18.    RIGHTS OF THE CLERK OF THE COURSE - PROMOTERS AND      ORGANISERS

 

18.1   The Clerk of the Course reserves the right (subject to the approval of the Stewards of the Meeting) to:

 

18.1.1     Alter the departure times and route if forced to do so through weather conditions or for any other reasons.

 

18.1.2       Alter the starting and scoring methods if it is found necessary to do so                          

 

18.2   The Promoters/Organisers reserve the right (subject to the approval of MSA) to:

 

18.2.1          Postpone, abandon or cancel the event for the reasons of “force majeure” (Refer to GCR’s 62 and 244).  In the event of postponement for more than 24 hours, entrants will be refunded their entry fee.  Refer to GCR 109(iv);

 

18.2.2          Postpone, abandon or cancel the event if fewer than ten paid entries                 are received by the time and date of entries closing. Refer to GCR 99(v);

 

18.2.3          Refuse any entry.  Refer to GCR’s 99(i) and 100.

 

18.2.4          Restrict the number of entries to 50 (fifty) at the discretion of the Clerk of the Course.  Preference will be given to the first 10 (Ten) entries in each class after which all further entries will be treated on a first-come-first-served basis.  Refer to GCR 101.

 

19.    ACCOMMODATION AND CATERING

           N/A                                                                

20.        DIRECTIONS

 

Take the N2 freeway from Durban to Port Shepstone. Take Park Rynie - Umzinto off-ramp (EXIT 104) and keep right. Travel towards Umzinto for approximately 3.5kms. Ellingham Farm Quarry is on the right hand side and will be signposted. From Port Shepstone turn right and travel towards Umzinto.    

 

---

 

	Marshall	Comp.			Marshall	Comp.			Marshall	Comp.	sub total
ONE		Score		TWO		Score		THREE		Score
Roll Back	10 X        =			Roll Back	10 X        =			Roll Back	10 X        =
Banner	20 X        =			Banner	20 X        =			Banner	20 X        =
	Sub Total				Sub Total				Sub Total
Bonus	100 Minus	sub total		Bonus	100 Minus	sub total		Bonus	100 Minus	sub total
Standard	60 Minus	sub total		Standard	60 Minus	sub total		Standard	60 Minus	sub total
Abandon				Abandon				Abandon
Total Score				Total Score				Total Score
Signature				Signature				Signature
FOUR		Score		FIVE		Score		SIX		Score
Roll Back	10 X        =			Roll Back	10 X        =			Roll Back	10 X        =
Banner	20 X        =			Banner	20 X        =			Banner	20 X        =
	Sub Total				Sub Total				Sub Total
Bonus	100 Minus	sub total		Bonus	100 Minus	sub total		Bonus	100 Minus	sub total
Standard	60 Minus	sub total		Standard	60 Minus	sub total		Standard	60 Minus	sub total
Abandon				Abandon				Abandon
Total Score				Total Score				Total Score
Signature				Signature				Signature
SEVEN		Score		EIGHT		Score		NINE		Score
Roll Back	10 X        =			Roll Back	10 X        =			Roll Back	10 X        =
Banner	20 X        =			Banner	20 X        =			Banner	20 X        =
	Sub Total				Sub Total				Sub Total
Bonus	100 Minus	sub total		Bonus	100 Minus	sub total		Bonus	100 Minus	sub total
Standard	60 Minus	sub total		Standard	60 Minus	sub total		Standard	60 Minus	sub total
Abandon				Abandon				Abandon
Total Score				Total Score				Total Score
Signature				Signature				Signature
TEN		Score		ELEVEN		Score		TWELVE		Score
Roll Back	10 X        =			Roll Back	10 X        =			Roll Back	10 X        =
Banner	20 X        =			Banner	20 X        =			Banner	20 X        =
	Sub Total				Sub Total				Sub Total
Bonus	100 Minus	sub total		Bonus	100 Minus	sub total		Bonus	100 Minus	sub total
Standard	60 Minus	sub total		Standard	60 Minus	sub total		Standard	60 Minus	sub total
Abandon				Abandon				Abandon
Total Score				Total Score				Total Score
Signature				Signature				Signature
								VEHICAL NO
COMPETITOR				CO-DRIVER					GRAND	TOTAL