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11-06-2007, 05:05 PM
The SCSC got approval to run Comp Jet as a local class for a probationary 1 year. If all goes well, it will be brought back as a national class under the APBA Inboard Committee. Nostalgia Jet will continue as scheduled.
The first Comp Jet race will be held at the 61st annual Thanksgiving Regatta at the Bluewater Casino in Parker, AZ on November 23rd and 24th. (Friday and Saturday)
The rules will be as follows:
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APBA Competition Jet Rules
1) Required: Minimum of 4 Boats.
2) All Competition Jet Drivers will qualify according to Rule 11 of the APBA Inboard Racing rules.
3) Any equipment or modification to hull, engine or jet not specifically prohibited will be allowed.
4) Any type of design hull will be allowed as long as it is safely constructed. Minimum length overall will be sixteen (16) feet. Maximum length overall including pump and extension shall be twenty-four (24) feet. Minimum beam overall shall be six (6) feet.
5) Boats to be in safety compliance, per APBA specified rules. Safety inspections are mandatory and boats must be in mechanically sound condition and pass required APBA safety rules.
6) Power will be supplied by one (1) U.S. built automotive or light truck engine with a maximum displacement of 515 cu. in. Cylinder block is limited to cast iron, aluminum cylinder heads are optional.
a. Engine must be naturally aspirated.
b. Engine must be mounted forward of the jet drive.
c. Fuel will be restricted to gasoline of the type regularly available for automotive, marine or aviation use. The use of any other gases, liquids or any fuel additive substance by any means of induction into the engine is prohibited.
d. Throttle cables to have return springs and safety clamps or ties to ensure throttle operation at all times.
e. The driver and/or crew must be seated forward of the engine.
7) Jet drives - intake adapter, impeller housing, impeller, shaft and bowl must be the product of an approved manufacturer and be available as specified by the CJ Technical Committee. Other parts may be of any design or manufacturer.
a. Single jet drive only.
b. Impeller and impeller housing to be mounted above the keel.
c. No Jet-a-Way or drive line guard required.
d. Must be equipped with a turning rudder that extends at least four (4) inches below the lowest point of the jet nozzle and have a minimum surface area of sixteen (16) inches.
e. Jet-O-Vater or Place Diverter adjustable nozzles may be used. A Diverter stop is required and the rooster tail is not to exceed 4'-5' off the water, this also includes fixed nozzle boats. Diverter shall remain in the full down position at all times in or near pit area or launch ramps until safely on the racecourse. Failure to do so will result in a one (1)-lap penalty.
f. A through bolted loader must be securely attached using four (4) - 5/16" or larger black oxide grade 8 bolts.
8) Kill Switch are required. All boats will be equipped with a positive safety switch that will break the ignition circuit in the event the driver is thrown from the boat and the switch will be properly attached to the driver prior to the starting of the engine. A break or the release must not be more than ten (10) pounds pull maximum.
9) All Drivers and Riders must be members of APBA and provide proof of a certified FAA or DOT physical.
10) Certified Life Jackets and Helmets must be worn. Helmet and Jacket including Helmet Restraints must meet APBA rule, (ii) For participants in open and unrestrained cockpits, the upper fifty percent (50%) of the helmet must be neon, florescent, red, orange, yellow, or international orange, and meet current certification.
11) All drivers must wear long durable pants and a long sleeve shirt. It is recommended that drivers wear a full length, one or two-piece, 1 layered driving suit.
12) All safety equipment MUST be worn properly per manufacturers specified instructions. Failure to do so will be disqualification for that heat race.
13) All boats and trailers will be numbered as per APBA specified rules and start with CJ.
14) Infraction/Penalties, Entry fees, and local membership fee's will be established by the affiliated race site club.
15) Class will be governed by APBA Inboard Racing rules as applicable.
Many thanks to everyone involved who worked together to make this happen.
The first Comp Jet race will be held at the 61st annual Thanksgiving Regatta at the Bluewater Casino in Parker, AZ on November 23rd and 24th. (Friday and Saturday)
The rules will be as follows:
Quote
APBA Competition Jet Rules
1) Required: Minimum of 4 Boats.
2) All Competition Jet Drivers will qualify according to Rule 11 of the APBA Inboard Racing rules.
3) Any equipment or modification to hull, engine or jet not specifically prohibited will be allowed.
4) Any type of design hull will be allowed as long as it is safely constructed. Minimum length overall will be sixteen (16) feet. Maximum length overall including pump and extension shall be twenty-four (24) feet. Minimum beam overall shall be six (6) feet.
5) Boats to be in safety compliance, per APBA specified rules. Safety inspections are mandatory and boats must be in mechanically sound condition and pass required APBA safety rules.
6) Power will be supplied by one (1) U.S. built automotive or light truck engine with a maximum displacement of 515 cu. in. Cylinder block is limited to cast iron, aluminum cylinder heads are optional.
a. Engine must be naturally aspirated.
b. Engine must be mounted forward of the jet drive.
c. Fuel will be restricted to gasoline of the type regularly available for automotive, marine or aviation use. The use of any other gases, liquids or any fuel additive substance by any means of induction into the engine is prohibited.
d. Throttle cables to have return springs and safety clamps or ties to ensure throttle operation at all times.
e. The driver and/or crew must be seated forward of the engine.
7) Jet drives - intake adapter, impeller housing, impeller, shaft and bowl must be the product of an approved manufacturer and be available as specified by the CJ Technical Committee. Other parts may be of any design or manufacturer.
a. Single jet drive only.
b. Impeller and impeller housing to be mounted above the keel.
c. No Jet-a-Way or drive line guard required.
d. Must be equipped with a turning rudder that extends at least four (4) inches below the lowest point of the jet nozzle and have a minimum surface area of sixteen (16) inches.
e. Jet-O-Vater or Place Diverter adjustable nozzles may be used. A Diverter stop is required and the rooster tail is not to exceed 4'-5' off the water, this also includes fixed nozzle boats. Diverter shall remain in the full down position at all times in or near pit area or launch ramps until safely on the racecourse. Failure to do so will result in a one (1)-lap penalty.
f. A through bolted loader must be securely attached using four (4) - 5/16" or larger black oxide grade 8 bolts.
8) Kill Switch are required. All boats will be equipped with a positive safety switch that will break the ignition circuit in the event the driver is thrown from the boat and the switch will be properly attached to the driver prior to the starting of the engine. A break or the release must not be more than ten (10) pounds pull maximum.
9) All Drivers and Riders must be members of APBA and provide proof of a certified FAA or DOT physical.
10) Certified Life Jackets and Helmets must be worn. Helmet and Jacket including Helmet Restraints must meet APBA rule, (ii) For participants in open and unrestrained cockpits, the upper fifty percent (50%) of the helmet must be neon, florescent, red, orange, yellow, or international orange, and meet current certification.
11) All drivers must wear long durable pants and a long sleeve shirt. It is recommended that drivers wear a full length, one or two-piece, 1 layered driving suit.
12) All safety equipment MUST be worn properly per manufacturers specified instructions. Failure to do so will be disqualification for that heat race.
13) All boats and trailers will be numbered as per APBA specified rules and start with CJ.
14) Infraction/Penalties, Entry fees, and local membership fee's will be established by the affiliated race site club.
15) Class will be governed by APBA Inboard Racing rules as applicable.
Many thanks to everyone involved who worked together to make this happen.