May 1, 2008
Dear 600 Racing Dealers and INEX members,
We have made some IMPORTANT changes at 600 Racing that will greatly help lower the cost of racing with INEX.
With the impact of high fuel prices, we are taking the following steps to continue to control the costs of racing your Legends, Bandolero or Thunder Car and ensure a more level playing field for all our competitors.
Effective May 15, 2008, the cost of a new base 1250cc sealed engine will be lowered to $4,299. A 1250cc engine rebuild will be discounted $100. A sealed engine rebuild will also receive free valve springs (a value of $130) and will be able to utilize our current shipping program. We are currently offering a shipping program of a maximum of $200 roundtrip freight if shipping is arranged through 600 Racing. See
www.600racing.com for additional information on the 600 Racing Engine Shop, engine rebuilds and shipping.
Effective May 15, 2008, we are changing the maximum cranking compression on a 1200cc unsealed engine to 165 lbs – tested in accordance with the current INEX Rulebook. This cranking compression closely resembles the cranking compression of a stock Yamaha 1200cc engine. If your 1200cc engine pumps more than 165lbs, it is a quick and simple fix by adjusting the cam timing on your slotted cam gear or adjusting the valve shims. Illustrations of the slotted cam gear can be found at
www.600racing.com. If you need additional assistance with this procedure, please contact 600 Racing.
Effective May 18, 2008, if any competitor, and possibly the car owner, is found in violation of the following rules, they will be BANNED FOR LIFE from INEX-sanctioned competition.
1. Tampering with Legends, Bandolero and Thunder Car Bilstein Shocks.
2. Tampering with engine seals on a Legends, Bandolero or Thunder Car sealed-engine or being in possession of an engine with tampered seals at an INEX-sanctioned event.
3. Any modification to a 1200cc engine outside the permitted rules in accordance with the current INEX Rulebook including cranking compression as described above.
4. Any use of substance which alters the durometer reading (as checked by the INEX inspector at the track) of a Legends, Bandolero or Thunder Car tire.
5. Anyone caught utilizing Traction Control on a Legends, Bandolero or Thunder Car.
An appeal of the penalty assessed for these violations can be made to the Appeals Committee of INEX, in accordance with the current INEX Rulebook – accompanied by a cashier’s check for $50,000. If the penalty is upheld during the appeals process, the appeal fee will not be refunded.
600 Racing is committed to providing its competitors with a fun and affordable racing opportunity. We feel these steps will help to further ensure fair competition and cost control. We do not wish to suspend or ban anyone. We encourage all competitors to be diligent in adhering to the INEX Rulebook. “Upon entering a Legends Car/Thunder Car/Bandolero for an INEX-sanctioned event, the driver (and possibly, the owner) is responsible for the legality of their car and will suffer all penalties resulting from the car violating these rules.†– 2008 INEX Rulebook, page 11.
600 Racing welcomes all questions and wants to partner with the competitors to eliminate these rule violations. Please contact 600 Racing at 888-882-8722 with questions regarding the INEX Rulebook or the information provided in this letter. If you have questions regarding the legality of the components in your car, please contact INEX to make arrangements to have these components inspected.
Thank you for your continued participation in the INEX Racing Series and your continued patronage at 600 Racing. The 2008 season is shaping up to be another record-breaking season. We are excited about the future and look forward to a long relationship with all of our members. We have the best program in motorsports, and we are proud to have you racing with us. Call us – we’re here to help.
Best Wishes This Season,
The Management of 600 Racing and INEX Corporation
600 Racing/INEX Mission Statement: Legends Cars, Bandolero and Thunder Cars are manufactured by 600 Racing and internationally-sanctioned by INEX to provide a fun and affordable racing opportunity in which anyone (experienced or inexperienced) can compete. This series is an attempt to fight the high costs involved in racing, and the rules are strictly enforced to ensure fair competition and cost control. The technical inspections will be fair and consistent without prejudice toward any driver.
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600 Racing, Inc. | 5245 NC Hwy 49 South | Harrisburg, NC 28075
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