DRIFTING GUIDE (TECHNICAL,SAFETY AND VEHICLE)

If you are interested with drifting, here is some info for you as a reference about drifting guide if you are interested to join in a competition of drift. Before you start drift, a few things you need to know, that is about your car, safety and some equipment to make sure you were safe during drifting.

1. COMPETITION VEHICLE

-VEHICLE ELIGIBILITY

Only rear wheel driven (RWD) vehicles of any engine layout (FR, MR, RR)

           are permitted. If vehicle is converted from an all-wheel-drive vehicle, front

drive shafts must be removed.Only monocoque chassis are permitted. Tubular space-frame modification to any part of the vehicle are prohibited. Open top convertible models must be equipped with a hard top.

-ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine modification is free. Engine from a different make or model may be   used. Transmission and final drive modification is free. Only the rear wheels may propel the vehicle. Exhaust system modification is free. Piping must not go through the driver's compartment. The tip of the exhaust must be away from flammable material/object. All fluid system must be free of leak with radiator and engine oil catch can in place.

-INTERIOR

Dashboard must be present and retain OEM look if modified. SRS airbags must be removed. Gauges modification is free. Steering and shift knob modification is free. Steering 'quick-release' may be used. Door panels may be removed. Door must be able to be opened from the inside with the hinge easily accessible by the driver. All loose items in the vehicle must be removed. Spare tires must be removed. If weights are used, they must be secured in place.

-EXTERIOR

Body parts including bonnet, front fenders, rear fenders, front bumpers, rearbumpers, side steps, rear trunk may be replaced with fibreglass,polyurethane or carbon fibre composite. All lighting system including headlights, taillights and brake lights must be working. Lenses of glass material must be coated with a clear film or tape. Non OEM doors or inner door skin removed for lightweight is permitted with installation of a 'X' or 'NASCAR' style side impact bars. Both driver and passenger side doors must able to be opened from the outside with a visible hinge. The width of the rear wing shall not exceed the width of the car measured from the widest point. All sharp edges of the rear wing and canards must be rounded off. Windshield must be free of cracks and be OEM or OEM replacement. A minimum of one windshield wiper must be present and working. Two rear facing side mirrors are required. Door, quarter and rear window glass must be OEM or clear polycarbonate. Window nets may be used.

-SUSPENSION

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) may be retained. All other  driving aids an traction control must be removed. The use of a secondary brake system to operate the handbrake is allowed. Suspension components modification is free. Steering components modification is free.

-CHASSIS

The chassis may be seam welded. All holes in the firewall and transmission tunnel must be properly sealed to prevent fumes, fluids or fire from getting into the driver's compartment. Cutting/removing vital parts of the chassis that affect the structural strength of the chassis is prohibited. Wheel house may be tub or modified to allow extra turning clearance for the front wheels.

-TIRES

Tires must have a minimum tread wear rating of 140 UTQG. 'S' tire is not permitted. Tires may not be modify in any manner.

2. VEHICLE SAFETY

-ROLL CAGE

Vehicles must be equipped with a minimum of 6-point roll cage to protect the driver from a roll over. The roll cage may be constructed from steel or chromoly. Minimum diameter for the main hoop and front hoop is 40mm. Backing plate must be present if a bolt on roll cage is used, with all bolts

secured in place. A side impact bar must be installed on both driver and passenger side. If the inner door skin is removed for lightweight purposes or non OEM door is used (fibreglass, carbon fibre), a 'X' or 'NASCAR' side impact bars must be installed. Portion of the roll cage subjected to contact with the driver's helmet must be padded.

-FIRE EXTINGUISHER

All vehicles must be equipped with a 2 lbs fire extinguisher. Fire extinguisher must be secured and able to be released quickly within

reach of the driver. Fire suppression system may be used with the nozzles installed in both the engine and driver compartment.

-SEAT AND SEAT RAIL

Driver seat must be of non reclining full bucket type. Passenger seat may be removed. Seat rail may be welded or adjustable. All bolts securing the seat rail must be fastened. The seat assembly must be tight under a shaking force by hand.

-SEAT BELTS

A four point harness with a width of three inches must be present on the

driver side and mounted according to specification. Harness must be of quick release type. Harness may be bolted, mounted via an eyehook or a 3-bar adjuster to the structure of the chassis.

-BONNET PIN 
Two(2) bonnet pins equally spaced across the front of the bonnet must    be installed.

-TOW DEVICE

A minimum of one tow device must be present at the front and the rear of the vehicle. The tow device may be made of steel, strap or cable and must be able to withstand the weight of the vehicle being pulled. OEM tow hook may be used if they are easily accessible (i.e. not being

covered by body work) and highly visible. The tow device must be marked with an arrow in contrast of the body colour.

-FUEL SYSTEM

Fuel system design is free. The fuel system (fuel cell, pump, filter, surge tank) and all of it's components must be sealed from the driver's compartment. All electrical contact of the fuel system must be properly insulated.

-BATTERY

The battery must be secured mounted. If the battery is relocated, a battery box of solid material must be used to hold the battery and properly bolted to the body. The positive terminal of the battery must be insulated.

-CUT OFF SWITCH 
A master cut off switch must be present to cut off all electrical supply and mounted in an easily accessible location. Ignition key may be used to shut off the engine. The cut off switch and/or the ignition must be clearly marked by an 'OFF' sticker to be easily identified.

3. DRIVER EQUIPMENT

-RACING SUIT

Driver are required to wear a one-piece driving suit (karting or racing) that

covers the body, neck, arms till wrists, and legs till ankles. The suit must be clean and in good condition (i.e. without torn) FIA homologated racing suit are highly recommended.

-HELMET

Full face helmet are required. Helmet must be in good condition and without crack, and must not be too big or too loose for the driver's head. Helmet must be worn with the neck strap securely fastened during track time.

-GLOVES & SHOES

Driving gloves that fully covered the driver's fingers and palm are required. Closed-toe shoes are required. Driving shoes are highly recommended.

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