Series Manager: David C.
Cars
- Any of the current NSR Fiat 500 models https://www.nsrslot.it/assets/models/modelliCategoria/500/500.html
Body
- Body modifications are Prohibited except as noted here.
- The rear mounting tab can be extended with a plastic shim/sandwich (see Marty's mod in the Forum) to keep the rear tires from contacting the rear of the wheel well.
- OEM hard plastic cockpits and glass are Mandatory. Lexan cockpits/drivers, glass Prohibited.
- Mandatory: Body must start every heat with radiators, windows, and wings attached.
- Antennas, mirrors, wipers, and tow hooks are Not Required and do not have to be replaced if they come off.
- White kits are Permitted but must be painted, or decaled uniquely, with at least one coat of paint.
Two race numbers must be visible. - Body screws Open Choice. These can be taped over to prevent drops/loss.
Chassis
- OEM Black (medium) chassis and any other color/hardness NSR chassis designed for the Abarth 500 are Permitted.
- Modifications to the chassis are Prohibited, including sanding.
- Ballast is Permitted but must be above/inside the chassis.
Guide
- NSR brand guides are Mandatory, any model is Permitted.
The blade Must be 17mm or less in length to navigate the tight corners/turns on our track.
Note: Non-rally NSR "wood guides" must have their length shortened to 17mm. - Pick-up braids and Guide spacers - Open Choice.
Motor
- Any NSR short can motor Permitted.
- Modifications to the motor Prohibited (rewinds, armature swaps, mag zaps/swaps)
- Lead-wires and lead-wire/guide terminals (grommets, eyelets) Open Choice.
Motor Pod
- NSR sidewinder motor pod Mandatory.
- Sanding of motor pod Prohibited.
- Permitted - motor held in place with M2 screws (Open Choice)
- Prohibited - motor held in place with tape or glue.
- OEM stock NSR brass bushings are Mandatory. Bushings may be glued in place.
- Pod screws - Open Choice.
Gears
- NSR brand gears are Mandatory.
- Gear Ratio value is Open.
- Spur size is Open, but must be the OEM material (Aluminum)
- Pinion size is Open, but must be brass.
- Modifications to spur or pinion gears are Prohibited.
Wheels
- OEM NSR brand wheels are Mandatory
- Rear wheels –
- Diameter - 18mm Width – 8mm Material – Aluminum
- Front wheels –
- Diameter - 16mm Width – 8mm Material - Aluminum
- Rear wheels –
- NSR brand Inserts are Mandatory but may be interchanged from different NSR models.
- Modifications to wheels Prohibited.
Axles
- OEM stock NSR solid axles are Mandatory. Hollow and independent axles are Prohibited.
- Modifications to axles are Prohibited.
- Stop-collars, spacers, and washers are Open Choice.
Tires
- Any NSR tires are allowed.
- Tires may be glued, trued, and have their edges rounded/chamfered.
- Traction compounds are Prohibited.
- Varnishing Front tires (with CA or nail polish) is Prohibited.
- Wheel/tire must not be visible outside wheel-well/fender when viewed from above.
Track Power: Adjustable per racer/heat, and round/week
Mods Not Mentioned: If it is not mentioned it is not legal. These rules were written to create a fair event and not for racers to look for loopholes. Please contact the series manager (Dave C/Butch) with any questions. Discussions are at: https://austinslotcarclub.com/forums/topic/2022-nsr-fiat-abarth-rally-qx-2022/