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Engine & Cooling
Q1.1989 BMW 325i e30 - Oil CoolerIs it acceptable to replace the factory oil cooler with an aftermarket oil cooler of equal or lesser cross sectional area?Primary motivation for this is moving the oil cooler from the lowest point at the front of the car and mounting it in a safer location. A1.Relocating the OEM oil cooler is free as oil hoses and fittings are typically considered hardware. Any additional materials used to moun...
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Engine & Cooling
Q:Our car has a transmission cooler built in to the stock radiator that we use to cool engine oil (example rad pictured - the two fittings at the bottom). We are considering going to an aluminum radiator since our rad died1. Can we buy one with a similar built in trans/oil cooler and still meet the free aluminum rad rule?2. Can we use the aluminum one but run a separate trans/oil cooler (much cheaper option) but understandable...
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Engine & Cooling
Q. I have planned to add an oil cooler to further protect the engine. Can I repurpose the removed factory heater core by welding AN fittings to it and relocating it to the front to be plumbed in line with the accumulator?If yes, I can provide pictures of all work completed, but I'd prefer not to waste the time if I'll end up paying points anyway.A.Yes, you can repurpose the heater core for cooling. It is best to document the r...
BCCR Rulebook
2026 BCCR
4.3 - FIXED POINTS
4.3. FIXED POINTS 4.3.1. Non-stock Component Values: ChampCar has assigned a FIXED POINT VALUE that will be applied to MOST non-stock and/or performance components. 4.3.2. Fixed Point Value List: ABS, Non-OE, from a vehicle on VPI list: 25 pts Aerodynamic Devices (See Appendix 1 – Aerodynamic Anatomy for more info) o Spoiler / Wing / Splitter / Diffuser / Aero Pan / Air Dam / Side Skirts: 10 pts/ea. Any added aero component outside of the defined components will be charged points based on the square feet of material Alternator, non-OE and not from VPI List: 10 pts Adjustable Cam Gear(s): 5 pts single, 10 pts multiple Automatic Transmissions with 4 speeds (gears) or less, -75 points With 5 speeds, -50 points With 6 speeds, -25 points With 7+ speeds, no discount. An automatic transmission will still be defined as being coupled to the engine through a torque converter. Twin-clutch type tran...
BCCR Rulebook
2026 BCCR
4.7 - OTHER EQUIPMENT THAT DOES NOT COUNT TOWARD THE TOTAL POINT VALUE
4.7. OTHER EQUIPMENT THAT DOES NOT COUNT TOWARD THE TOTAL POINT VALUE 4.7.1. Teams may replace any worn, broken, ventilated, impaled, defective, or bent beyond all recognition parts on their car without affecting their total points, so long as it’s an OE or OE equivalent part for that car’s specific model. 4.7.1.1. Teams may repair/replace rusted/fatigued/ damaged portions of the chassis with similar-thickness metal or OE-approved repair components/methods. Repairs must maintain some likeness to the original body lines of the chassis. 4.7.1.2. Teams may remove parts or portions of parts from their car without incurring points. 4.7.1.3. STOCK engine rebuilds are permitted. “Stock” is defined as the published specifications and technical measurements provided by the manufacturer. Manufacturer overbore rebuilds are permitted. 4.7.2. Items that are point-free: Air intake components ahead of...
BCCR Rulebook
2026 BCCR
8.1 - PIT AND/OR PADDOCK AREA
8.1. PIT AND/OR PADDOCK AREA 8.1.1. Unless otherwise noted in the Supplemental Rules, all fueling must be done on pit road. 8.1.2. While in the pits, each team entered in the event is REQUIRED to have ready a minimum of one (1) each: 8.1.2.1. Ten (10) pound dry chemical or 3kg NOVEC fire extinguisher having a minimum UL 60 BC or ABC rating. 8.1.2.2. Ten (10) pound bag of grease sweep, kitty litter or other absorbent for oil leaks and/or fuel spillage in their fuel storage area. (Having a broom is a good idea, too!) 8.1.2.3. A suitable gasoline and/or liquid catch pan must be used during refueling in an appropriate position to catch any spilled fuel. All fueling / gasoline catch pans MUST be manufactured of metal or sturdy, chemical resistant plastic, maintain a minimum 3” depth, hold a minimum of 1-gallon (4-quarts) of liquid. Catch pans should be larger than 12” square or 12” in diamete...
BCCR Rulebook
2026 BCCR
9.11 - OIL CATCH TANKS, FILTERS, COOLERS, AND BREATHERS
9.11. OIL CATCH TANKS, FILTERS, COOLERS, AND BREATHERS 9.11.1. Non-stock engine, transmission/transaxle, and differential breathers shall be equipped with catch tanks. 9.11.1.1. Minimum catch tank capacity shall be one U.S. quart. 9.11.1.2. Catch tanks shall vent outside the driver’s compartment. 9.11.2. Remote oil filters shall NOT be mounted in the driver/passenger compartment.
BCCR Rulebook
2026 BCCR
3.12 - FIRE RETARDANT CLOTHING
3.12. FIRE RETARDANT CLOTHING 3.12.1. Condition 3.12.1.1. Any clothing that is worn, frayed, torn, has holes, grease/oil stains, or any other conditions that reduce or negate the item’s designed effectiveness shall NOT be used during a ChampCar event. 3.12.2. Suit and Undergarments 3.12.2.1. An FIA and/or SFI-certified racing suit is required. 3.12.2.2. All driver suits possessing a valid FIA and/or SFI certification shall be allowed, regardless of the date of certification or manufacture. 3.12.2.3. If using a single-layer SFI 3.2/A1 or 3.2/A3 suit, the driver must also wear fire-retardant SFI- or FIA-certified undergarments. Multilayer suits rated SFI 3.2/A5 or higher are highly recommended and may be worn without undergarments. 3.12.3. Gloves, Socks, and Shoes 3.12.3.1. Fire-retardant FIA and/or SFI-certified gloves, socks, and shoes are required. 3.12.3.2. All gloves, socks, and shoes...
BCCR Rulebook
2026 BCCR
8.2 - PIT STOPS AND FUELING OF VEHICLES
8.2. PIT STOPS AND FUELING OF VEHICLES 8.2.1. NO FUEL JUGS OR CREW MEMBERS ARE ALLOWED ON OR OVER THE WALL UNTIL THE CAR HAS COME TO A FULL AND COMPLETE STOP. 8.2.2. The fueling process starts when the gas cap is removed or whenever any fuel jugs are over the pit wall and ends when the gas cap is replaced and all fuel cans, catch cans, and drip pans are back over the pit wall. During this time, NO OTHER WORK IS ALLOWED ON THE CAR. 8.2.2.1. Fire bottle operator must be in place before gas cap is removed. 8.2.3. During fueling, any team member over the wall must wear a driver’s suit possessing a valid FIA and/or SFI certification. If using a single-layer SFI 3.2/A1 or 3.2/A3 suit, the team member must wear fire-retardant SFI- or FIA-certified undergarments. HOWEVER, any suit determined by ChampCar to be worn, frayed, torn, or have holes, grease/oil stains, or other conditions that reduce o...
BCCR Rulebook
2026 BCCR
9.10 - FUEL SYSTEMS
9.10. FUEL SYSTEMS 9.10.1. Zero Tolerance for Fuel Leaks. You will have only one chance to repair any fuel leak. If a ChampCar staff member detects a second instance of leakage, regardless of cause, your car will be removed from the race. No exceptions. 9.10.2. Total fuel capacity, including all fillers and overflows, shall not exceed the OEM-stated fuel capacity for the make/model plus two (2) gallons. This applies to cars equipped with OE fuel tanks and to cars with approved fuel cells. 9.10.2.1. ChampCar may verify total fuel capacity via the drain and fill method. The fuel tank is completely drained and then refilled with known amounts until fuel escapes the fill port. 9.10.2.2. ChampCar competition vehicles with less than 13 gallons of OEM fuel capacity can upgrade to 15 gallons of fuel capacity (via a fuel cell installation) 9.10.3. Surge tanks are limited to 2-liter (.53-gallon) c...
BCCR Rulebook
2026 BCCR
9.12 - COOLANT
9.12. COOLANT 9.12.1. Coolant must be water only. Antifreeze or anti-boil is not allowed. Red Line Oil’s “Water Wetter” or similar is allowed. A functional 1-Quart minimum capacity catch tank (overflow) is mandatory.
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