A TECHNICAL INSPECTOR’S GUIDE TO THE 2015 FSAE RULES PART 7 NOISE TEST, FUEL FILLING & DYNAMIC EVENTS

Exhaust Noise Test If the exhaust has any form of movable tuning or throttling device or system, it must be compliant with the device or system in all positions. The position of the device must be visible to the officials for the noise test and must be manually operable by the officials during the noise test.

Modifications & Repairs Once the vehicle is approved to compete in the dynamic events, the ONLY modifications permitted to the vehicle are those listed below. They are also referenced in Part C of the Formula SAE Rules – Static Event Regulations. Adjustment of belts, chains and clutches Adjustment of brake bias Adjustment of the driver restraint system, head restraint, seat and pedal assembly Substitution of the head restraint or seat insert for different drivers Adjustment to engine operating parameters, e.g. fuel mixture and ignition timing Adjustment of mirrors Adjustment of the suspension where no part substitution is required, (except that springs, sway bars and shims may be changed) Adjustment of tire pressure Adjustment of wing angle, but not the location Replenishment of fluids Replacement of worn tires or brake pads The changing of wheels and tires for “wet” or “damp” conditions as allowed in Part D of the FSAE Rules – Dynamic Event Regulations.

Starter & Starting Starter Each car must be equipped with an on-board starter which, during the competition, must be used to start the car at all times. Push starts or the use of a remote starter is prohibited. Starting Push starts are prohibited. The use of auxiliary batteries is prohibited once a car has moved to the starting line of any event.

Dress - Team Members & Workers Footwear - Everyone in a “dynamic” area (an area where cars can be moving under their own power) must wear closed-toed shoes. Note: The footwear in “dynamic” areas applies to workers as well as team members.

Other Items of Note Other than changes to accommodate the second driver or covered by <> Tire Changing, the team is not permitted to perform any work on the car at Driver Change. Engine and Vehicle Running Requirements –Engines may be run in the paddock provided the car has passed Parts 1 and 2 of Technical Inspection (<>) and the following conditions are satisfied: a.The car is on sturdy and adequate stand, and b.The drive wheels are at least 10.2 cm (4 in) off the ground, or the drive wheels have been removed.

Vehicle Movement Off track vehicles must be pushed at a normal walking pace by means of a “Push Bar”, (See <>) and with a driver in the cockpit and with another team member walking beside the car. The team has the option to move the car either with (a) all four (4) wheels on the ground or with (b) the rear wheels supported on dollies, by push bar mounted wheels, or other means as long as the person in the cockpit has full control of vehicle movement and can steer and brake normally. The external wheels supporting the rear of the car must be non-pivoting so the vehicle travels only where the front wheels are steered. The driver must always be able to steer and brake the car normally.

Disabled Cars Comment on Disabled Cars – The organizers and the Rules Committee remind teams that cars disabled on course must be removed as quickly as possible. A variety of tools may be used to move disabled cars including quick jacks, dollies of different types, tow ropes and occasionally even boards. We expect cars to be strong enough to be easily moved without damage. Speed is important in clearing the course and although the course crew exercises due care, parts of a vehicle can be damaged during removal. The organizers are not responsible for damage that occurs when moving disabled vehicles. Removal/recovery workers will jack, lift or tow the car at whatever points they find easiest to access. Accordingly, we advise teams to consider the strength and location of all obvious jacking, lifting and towing points during the design process.

Fuel Tank Filling Tank Filling Requirement The fuel tank must be capable of being filled to capacity without manipulating the tank or the vehicle in any manner. During fueling or refueling the vehicle may only be touched by the fuel crew and officials. The tank will be filled to the fill line, or if a filing system is used, to the automatic stop point. If, for any reason, the fuel level changes after the team has moved the vehicle, then no additional fuel will be added.

Q&A (then move to inspect vehicles)

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