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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...
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Suspension
Q:I am wondering if you consider the spring perches on bilstein shocks to be adjustable? They have two notches where the perches retaining clip can sit on the shock body. One is a half inch below the other. Are you familiar with them and is this considered adjustable? I have attached a picture of similar shocks.A:A different perch is not an adjustable perch , so no. Verified by TECH 2024
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Suspension
Q:Hello, On a Corvette it uses a Mono leaf spring rear suspension. What are the points to change from a steel mono leaf spring to a composite mono leaf spring(Same as 84 and up Corvettes). A:If the leaf spring is the same length uses the same mounting points and hardware = 0 point add.Verified by TECH 2024
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Suspension
Q.I would like to know the point value for Droop limiters.Cable, chain, strap etc used to limit the suspension extension and keep the spring in place. A.Most teams that are running cars without captured springs that are using non OEM hardware or components to hold the spring in place are using this rule: 4.7.5. Hardware, fasteners, and materials used to attach things toother things (nuts, bolts, screws, rivets, duct tape, bail...
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Suspension
Q.Aftermarket, non-OEM size springs are now 5 points per corner. Does adding a Tender/Helper springs incur points in a setup like this? A.Non oem springs are 5 points per corner, with or without helpers. Verified by TECH 2024
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Suspension
Q.I want to weld on an extension to the OEM top hats to raise the damper shaft in relation to the body of the vehicle. From my understanding of the spring/damper and material rules this should only be material points, correct? After modification they will be fixed and NON-adjustable. A.Material points only. As long as it doesn't change alignment specs then material add is free. Verified by TECH 2024
BCCR Rulebook
2026 BCCR
1.7 - REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP POINTS SYSTEM
1.7. REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP POINTS SYSTEM 1.7.1. ChampCar will recognize four (4) Regional Championships. Events count toward the region in which they are held: 1.7.1.1. South Region: Road Atlanta, Daytona International Speedway, Sebring (Summer), Sebring (Fall), Atlanta Motorsports Park (AMP) 1.7.1.2. Texas Region: G2 Motorsports Park, Harris Hill (Spring), Harris Hill (Fall), Ozarks International Raceway, Circuit of the Americas (COTA) 1.7.1.3. East Region: Dominion Raceway, Watkins Glen International, Lime Rock Park, Virginia International Raceway (VIR), Pocono Raceway 1.7.1.4. Midwest Region: Gingerman Raceway, Autobahn Country Club, Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, Road America, Ozarks International Raceway 1.7.2. Eligibility Requirements A team must enter a minimum of three (3) event weekends within a single region with the same car to qualify for that region’s championship. 1.7.3. Race...
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Suspension
Q:At impound on Sunday morning an issue was raised with our car about having the M3 front sway bar end links. I was pretty sure I used the same end links that came with the car when I built it, so I did a little digging. It sounds like the early E36's had end links that dropped down from the strut, just like the M3s.Here is a forum post about it:https://www.bimmerforums.co.uk/threads/e36-differences ... ost-485528"As far as th...
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Swaps
Q.I wanted to confirm that a JDM Mazda Miata engine (99-00) is allowed under the swap rules. It was brought to my attention that it may not be and I wanted an official ruling. The JDM engine is rated at 143hp vs. 140-142hp for USDM. It includes a BP5A cam vs BP4W, the BP5A is advanced 2 degrees but the same lift and duration as the USDM cam. Exhaust cam, pistons, rods, head, block, and everything else in the long block is iden...
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