As per the GCR:
Rule D.7.c, "There shall be no forward facing gaps or openings in the bodywork with the exception of those necessary for engine cooling, engine air inlet, shock or brake cooling.", and
Rule D.7.e, "It is not permitted to duct air through any part of the bodywork for the purpose of providing aerodynamic downforce on the car. All ducted air for heat exchangers (water/oil) shall pass though those heat exchangers."
Does the raised nose on my much modified Swift SC97 constitute a gap or opening in the bodywork? Is the opening actually "part" of the bodywork? Note in my current configuration that air is ducted under the nose and thru the sidepods to the radiator positioned crosswise behind the main roll hoop bulkhead, thus quite legal. I'm thinking of substantially reducing the front part of the sidepods, which would open up (eliminate?) the duct, and the leading edge of the opening for airflow thru the rad would be closer to the rad.
See attached pics for some clarification of the current design. Other cars that have a raised nose include a Stohr and Mike Sauce's own FF.
I enjoy experimenting with the aero stuff, just don't want to do a bunch of work that some may deem illegal. Has this ever been ruled on?
Any one care to comment?
Thanks,
Francis Kennette