Aussie Racing Cars
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Aussie Racing Cars is an Australia
n motor racing category. Essentially a motorcycle powered Silhouette racing car
class, it was created by former Touring car
racer Phil Ward, influenced by the American Legends category.
The category contests an annual Aussie Racing Car Series which is approved by the Confederation of Australian Motor Sport
as a National Series. In 2009 the series made the transition from running at V8 Supercar events to run on the Shannons Nationals Motor Racing Championships
program.
and Holden FJ
body styles were available, with Ford AU Falcon
and Holden VY Commodore styles which replicate V8 Supercars later made available. In 2008 Toyota assisted in the creation of a bodyshape resembling a Toyota Aurion
.
Cars are constructed on a purpose built steel tubular space frame chassis with integral roll cage
construction designed and approved to stringent engineering specifications. The lightweight composite body is a faithfully designed caricature of its full size counterpart featuring opening doors, boot and lift off front section. Powered by a 1.2 litre 125 bhp twin cam 16 valve engine sourced second-hand from used Yamaha FJ1200
motorcycles that revs to 11500 rpm. The 450 kg all up weight provides a high power-to-weight ratio that allows the car to reach speeds in excess of 200 km/h. Lap times achieved at Oran Park Raceway
are within six seconds of a V8 Supercar
. They feature fully adjustable suspension geometry, huge brakes and controlled competition tyres that produce high grip levels. All cars are hand built in the Aussie Racing Car facility and supplied ready to race.
The cockpit layout is purpose built and fitted with a five point racing harness. The steering requires only one turn lock to lock and minimal steering movement during racing. The sequential gear lever is close to the steering wheel and the carbon fibre dash displays the necessary instrumentation. The chassis design incorporates simplicity in suspension adjustment to cater for all drivers likings including castor/camber, sway bar, roll centre and ride height etc. Brakes have simple front to rear bias adjustment.
The class has proven attractive to amateur racers and sprintkart racers without the budget to progress to Formula Ford
. Paul Kemal has won the series title three times, Mike Russell twice, while Phil Ward's two sons James and Brad have also won titles.
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! Year
! Champion
! Body style
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2000
Blair Huggard
Holden vt commodore
! 2001
| Paul Kemal
| 1940 Ford Coupé
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! 2002
| Mike Russell
| Holden FJ
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! 2003
| Mike Russell
| Holden FJ
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! 2004
| James Ward
| Ford AU Falcon
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! 2005
| Tim Monte
| Ford AU Falcon
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! 2006
| Paul Kemal
| Ford AU Falcon
|-
! 2007
| Brad Ward
| Holden VY Commodore
|-
! 2008
| Paul Kemal
| Ford AU Falcon
|-
! 2009
| Adam Gowans
| Toyota Aurion
|-
! 2010
| Kyle Clews
| Holden VY Commodore
|}
Australia
Australia , officially the Commonwealth of Australia, is a country in the Southern Hemisphere comprising the mainland of the Australian continent, the island of Tasmania, and numerous smaller islands in the Indian and Pacific Oceans. It is the world's sixth-largest country by total area...
n motor racing category. Essentially a motorcycle powered Silhouette racing car
Silhouette racing car
A silhouette racing car is a race car which, although bearing a superficial resemblance to a production model, differs mechanically in fundamental ways. The purpose of silhouette cars is to provide a manufacturer with a tangible link to their consumer product offering so as to derive maximum...
class, it was created by former Touring car
Touring car
A touring car, or tourer, is an open car seating five or more. Touring cars may have two or four doors. Often, the belt line is lowered in the front doors to give the car a more sportive character. They were often fitted with a folding roof and side curtains. Engines on early models were either in...
racer Phil Ward, influenced by the American Legends category.
The category contests an annual Aussie Racing Car Series which is approved by the Confederation of Australian Motor Sport
Confederation of Australian Motor Sport
The Confederation of Australian Motor Sport , has been the governing body of Australian motorsport since 1953. It is affiliated with the Federation Internationale de l'Automobile ....
as a National Series. In 2009 the series made the transition from running at V8 Supercar events to run on the Shannons Nationals Motor Racing Championships
Shannons Nationals Motor Racing Championships
The Shannons Nationals Motor Racing Championships is a series of motor racing events held across five states of Australia. It was first held as the CAMS National Racing Championships in 2006 and adopted its present name the following year when it gained Shannons Insurance as a new partner.The...
program.
The Cars
The Aussie Racing Car combines current racing technology and performance in a one-design class where all cars are mechanically identical with strict rules in place to maintain that position. Five different body styles are permitted. Originally only 1940 Ford Coupé1937 Ford
The Ford line of cars was updated in 1937 with one major change — the introduction of an entry-level 136 CID V8 in addition to the popular 221 CID V8 unit. The model was a refresh of its predecessor, itself based on Ford's V8-powered Model 40A and was the company's main product. ...
and Holden FJ
Holden FJ
The Holden FJ series is a range of motor vehicles which was produced in Australia by General Motors-Holden’s from 1953 to 1957. The FJ was the second model of an "all Australian car" manufactured by Holden and was based upon the established 48-215 series, commonly referred to as the “FX”...
body styles were available, with Ford AU Falcon
Ford AU Falcon
The Ford AU Falcon and Fairmont are the first of the sixth generation series of the Ford Falcon, a full-size car produced by Ford Australia...
and Holden VY Commodore styles which replicate V8 Supercars later made available. In 2008 Toyota assisted in the creation of a bodyshape resembling a Toyota Aurion
Toyota Aurion
The Toyota Aurion is a mid-size car produced by Toyota in Australia and parts of Asia since 2006. The Aurion, given the model designation XV40 is essentially a Toyota Camry with revised front- and rear-end treatment, along with changes to the interior...
.
Cars are constructed on a purpose built steel tubular space frame chassis with integral roll cage
Roll cage
A roll cage is a specially constructed frame built in the cab of a vehicle to protect its occupants from being injured in an accident, particularly in the event of a roll-over. Roll cages are used in nearly all purpose-built racecars, and in most cars modified for racing...
construction designed and approved to stringent engineering specifications. The lightweight composite body is a faithfully designed caricature of its full size counterpart featuring opening doors, boot and lift off front section. Powered by a 1.2 litre 125 bhp twin cam 16 valve engine sourced second-hand from used Yamaha FJ1200
Yamaha FJ1200
The Yamaha FJ1100 and FJ1200 are sport touring motorcycles that were produced by Yamaha between 1984 and 1996.-FJ1100:Yamaha released the FJ1100 for model years 1984 and 1985...
motorcycles that revs to 11500 rpm. The 450 kg all up weight provides a high power-to-weight ratio that allows the car to reach speeds in excess of 200 km/h. Lap times achieved at Oran Park Raceway
Oran Park Raceway
Oran Park Raceway was a motor racing circuit at Narellan in southwestern Sydney, New South Wales, Australia which was operational from 1962 to 2010....
are within six seconds of a V8 Supercar
V8 Supercar
V8 Supercars is a touring car racing category based in Australia and run as an International Series under Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile regulations...
. They feature fully adjustable suspension geometry, huge brakes and controlled competition tyres that produce high grip levels. All cars are hand built in the Aussie Racing Car facility and supplied ready to race.
The cockpit layout is purpose built and fitted with a five point racing harness. The steering requires only one turn lock to lock and minimal steering movement during racing. The sequential gear lever is close to the steering wheel and the carbon fibre dash displays the necessary instrumentation. The chassis design incorporates simplicity in suspension adjustment to cater for all drivers likings including castor/camber, sway bar, roll centre and ride height etc. Brakes have simple front to rear bias adjustment.
The class has proven attractive to amateur racers and sprintkart racers without the budget to progress to Formula Ford
Formula Ford
Formula Ford is a single seater, open wheel class in motorsport which exists in some form in many countries around the world. It is an entry-level series to motor racing....
. Paul Kemal has won the series title three times, Mike Russell twice, while Phil Ward's two sons James and Brad have also won titles.
Champions
{| class="wikitable"|- style="font-weight:bold"
! Year
! Champion
! Body style
|-
2000
Blair Huggard
Holden vt commodore
! 2001
| Paul Kemal
| 1940 Ford Coupé
|-
! 2002
| Mike Russell
| Holden FJ
|-
! 2003
| Mike Russell
| Holden FJ
|-
! 2004
| James Ward
| Ford AU Falcon
|-
! 2005
| Tim Monte
| Ford AU Falcon
|-
! 2006
| Paul Kemal
| Ford AU Falcon
|-
! 2007
| Brad Ward
| Holden VY Commodore
|-
! 2008
| Paul Kemal
| Ford AU Falcon
|-
! 2009
| Adam Gowans
| Toyota Aurion
|-
! 2010
| Kyle Clews
| Holden VY Commodore
|}
Engine
- Yamaha 1.2 litre twin-cam single turbo
- Four valves per cylinder
- 125 bhp, 12400 rpm
Chassis
- Tubular space-frame and cockpit with integral driver roll-cage
- Momo race seat with five point harness
- Momo quick-release steering wheel
Suspension
- Front – Coil over shocks fully adjustable rose jointed wishbones
- Ultra fast rack and pinion
- Rear – Live axle, optional long and short track ratios
- Coil over shocks, parallel trailing arms, panhard rod
Wheels and tyres
- 13 x 5.5 various styles available
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A048R treaded race spec tyres
Body styles
- Holden FJHolden FJThe Holden FJ series is a range of motor vehicles which was produced in Australia by General Motors-Holden’s from 1953 to 1957. The FJ was the second model of an "all Australian car" manufactured by Holden and was based upon the established 48-215 series, commonly referred to as the “FX”...
- 1940 Ford Coupe1937 FordThe Ford line of cars was updated in 1937 with one major change — the introduction of an entry-level 136 CID V8 in addition to the popular 221 CID V8 unit. The model was a refresh of its predecessor, itself based on Ford's V8-powered Model 40A and was the company's main product. ...
- Ford AU FalconFord AU FalconThe Ford AU Falcon and Fairmont are the first of the sixth generation series of the Ford Falcon, a full-size car produced by Ford Australia...
- Holden VZ Commodore
- Toyota AurionToyota AurionThe Toyota Aurion is a mid-size car produced by Toyota in Australia and parts of Asia since 2006. The Aurion, given the model designation XV40 is essentially a Toyota Camry with revised front- and rear-end treatment, along with changes to the interior...