SCCA catagory for my 914-4, racing catagory 914 Options

[FastFroggy]

Hello all,

I previously ran HPDE events and autocrosses prior to my engine issue. I am now wrapping up my 914-4 rebuild and just passed my SCCA Licensing Class. Really enjoy running the car. Would like to see if there is an SCCA class I can fit it, but looks tough. Looking for guidance on the best path forward given my stated priorities:

1. SCCA regional level minimum
2. Extent of further modification needed
3. Relative competitiveness in class

My car:
a. 1973 914-4 with up to date safety items(Cage, extinguisher, seats, harness, etc)
b. 2.0l stock internals
c. race headers
d. large bore twin carbs
e. 5 lug conversion
f. 911 1973 rotors
g. 911s calipers front
h. fiberglass fender flares

Please PM me with feedback. Thanks, GregM

[FastFroggy]

Thank you GregA,

Lots of good info. I have been continuing to read and re-read the GCR as well.

I am still trying to interpret the EP rules, for which I have some specific questions. I'll PM you to continue the discussion if that is ok.

GregM

[GregAmy]

I'll PM you to continue the discussion if that is ok.

You're welcome. Let's keep the discussion public so others can chime in...?

Eprod is a fun class, but it's a motor class...and a money class. For reference, I was racing a 250whp FWD Civic in EP last couple years, and I was mid-pack. A fully-built bad-ass BMW Z3 is the ticket right now, closely tailed by a Lotus Super 7 (or is it a Caterham?) that weights nothing. I'm not say you won't have fun racing in EP, just set your expectations accordingly.

BTW, Chris, above, has a bunch of race car stuff for sale. This was an FProd 1.8L and they were competitive in the 90s. Today, FP is dominated by Miatas and FWD Hondas.

Only concern I have with your stated specs is the 5-bolt conversion; I don't think that's compliant. Will anyone GAS, especially in regional racing? Probably not. But here's the other argument: "914-6 calipers & discs allowed". Does that mean you vcan convert to 5-bolt? It sure implies it...

Also note you have to run 38mm venturis.

I'm pretty sure the Fiberglas flareds are allowed, given fenders can be replaced with alternate material and flares are allowed. 15x7 wheels max.

have you pursued your Novice Permit yet? I checked the records and it's not listed. If not, we need to work to get you a safe car so you can get on the track.

GA