hello and welcome to my motor sports page

during my early years whilst training to become an automotive technician (middle to late 70,s).

I became involved with a small team of formula fords, the car that i looked after was a jamun T5 this chassis vas not very common most cars were from one of the following names :-

van demon

crossle

lotus

lola

royale

Typical FF 1600

The FF1600 spec

 

THE CHASSIS - Of tubular space frame construction, confined to maximum dimensions. Exotic materials are prohibited. Constructors aim to maximise torsional rigidity and minimise weight, while maintaining the highest levels of driver safety.

THE ENGINE - The normally aspirated Ford 1600cc "Kent", four cylinder engine, with crossflow head, is tuned to provide just over 100bhp. All components and measurements are specified and the Formula benefits from the world wide parts support provided by the Ford Motor Company.

THE TYRES - A grooved racing tyre is chosen for optimum grip under all weather conditions. The type/brand and compound are specified, ensuring an economical wear rate.

THE SUSPENSION - Full racing car suspension designs are required to ensure maximum tyre grip at various cornering speeds. Chassis balance is adjustable and controlled by damper, spring and roll-bar combinations.

THE GEARBOX - Limited to 4 forward and 1 reverse gear. Ratios can be changed to suit various circuits and conditions.

THE BRAKES - Four wheel disc brakes have independent front and rear activation. Front/rear bias is adjustable.

SAFETY FEATURES - Include chassis requirements, roll over hoop, foot protection and material specifications. Drivers' harness and fire extinguisher etc. are as required by current regulations.

AERODYNAMIC DEVICES - Are not allowed. Down force is limited to the combination of chassis design/set-up and tyre grip, together with the natural forces of gravity.

 

This formula could be classed as the second step to formula 1

the 1st step being karting and the 3rd being formula 3 .

There are of course many other levels of single seater racing such as those listed below:-

Formulas

1

2

3

atlantic

liber

3000

5000

vauxhall

ford / superford

vee /supervee

clubman

after some time my interest drifted towards special stage rallying first looking after an ex world championship car and then building cars to what was then group 4 class

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