TFTR Masters

Entry Period And Cap

Entries close on Friday 17 January 2025 at 5pm.

The total number of races will be capped at 13 to accommodate the 5 rounds per day.

 

Format

We will be running 5 qualifiers and 5 finals for all classes.

Best 3 qualifiers and best 3 finals will count.

The computer will select a random order for the first qualifier.

 

    Schedule

    Saturday 25 January 2025

    • 7:00am control tyre collection
    • 7:30am drivers briefing
    • 8:00am start
    • Qualifying – 5 rounds for all classes
    • Aiming to finish by around 4pm

    Sunday 26 January 2024

    • 7:30am drivers briefing
    • 8:00am start
    • Finals - 5 mains for all classes
    • Aiming to finish by around 4pm

     

    Depending on the weather forecast, the club reserves the right to amend the schedule. Any changes will be clearly communicated to racers.

     

    Track Layout

    The “Cut Back” layout will be used for the event and run in an anti-clockwise direction up the front straight (up the hill).

     

    Event Coverage

    Event timing will be available via the TFTR LiveTime site.

    The event will also be live streamed straight to the TFTR YouTube channel.

     

    Classes

    Classes include:

    • ISTC 21.5T Touring Car
    • ISTC 17.5T Touring Car
    • ISTC 13.5T Touring Car
    • ISTC Modified Touring Car
    • 12th Scale Stock 
    • 12th Scale Open 
    • TCR 
    • Kyosho

    No cross entry between Touring Car classes permitted with the exception of 17.5T Touring Car.

    A class must have a minimum of 5 entries to run.

    While this is not a RCRA sanctioned event, RCRA class rules apply unless otherwise stated. 

     

    Race Fees

    • $30 for first class 
    • $20 for each additional class
    • $45 per set of control tyres 

      

    Control Tyres

    Control tyres for all touring car classes, TCR and Kyosho will be the Solaris 36 White Spokes.

    TCR (rear) tyres are open but must be rubber with spoked rims.

    Tyres for 12th scale class are open.

    Practice tyres will be available for purchase directly from the supplier - pickup from the track will be possible at the event (use discount code TFTR at checkout to cancel any shipping charges). 

      

    Tyre Limits For Touring Car Classes

    ISTC Modified Touring Car - 2 sets
    ISTC 13.5T Touring Car  - 2 sets
    ISTC 17.5T Touring Car  - 2 sets
    ISTC 21.5T Touring Car  - 2 sets
    Kyosho - 1 Set
    TCR – 1 set

     

    Tyre Rules

    • Tyres will be available for purchase at entry as well as additional sets (up to maximum allowances) during the weekend.
    • There are to be no modifications made to the tyre assembly (i.e. air holes in the rims must not be made bigger).
    • Re-gluing and tyre balancing is allowed.
    • Tyres will be marked by the race organisers and checked regularly, tyres are allocated to you and your class.
    • Tyres may be interchanged within the sets purchased by a driver for that class without penalty.
    • It is the drivers’ responsibility to ensure that all identifying marks on the tyre assembly are not damaged.
    • You may not use another entrant’s tyre(s).
    • Tyres must be collected prior to racing and must be returned before you leave the track on Saturday. Drivers failing to return tyres on Saturday will be disqualified.
    • Tyres are the property of the entrant at the conclusion of the event.

     

    Tyre Additive

    The controlled tyre additive and cleaner are shown below:

    • RC Maker Dominate cleaner.
    • RC Maker ATS additive.

     

    Both additive and cleaner are to be self provided.  

    You can purchase the cleaner and additive directly from RC Maker before the event if you would like to practice with it (www.rcmaker.com.au)

     

    Electrical Safety And Air Compressors 

    In the interests of safety, the event organisers recommend that 240V electrical equipment be tested for safety prior to the event (i.e power supplies, soldering irons, power boards).
    We reserve the right to refuse the use of any equipment considered unsafe.
    The club air compressor will be available for use by all entrants.Personal air compressors may not be used to reduce noise and potential power spikes.

     

    Trophies

    1st, 2nd and 3rd places in each class will receive a trophy.
    Concourse trophy for best painted body shell.
    All classes will be judged for Concourse together prior to the first qualifier. To be eligible for concourse, the body must be used at some stage during the event.

     

    Transponders

    MyLaps and AMBrc transponders are supported.
    MRT mPTX personal transponders are supported.
    Club transponders can be made available if required.

     

    Seating

    Limited undercover bench space is available on a first come first served basis (with the exception of the member reserved spaces).
    Local competitors are welcome to bring their own tents, tables and chairs if they do not wish to pit in the undercover area – there is ample room for these.
    The club has limited tables, chairs and tents available for interstate racers. If you require this please reach out to the club directly and put in a request - we will do our best to accomodate you.

     

    Catering

    BBQ lunch on both days.
    Soft drinks and water are available for purchase from the club.

     

    Event Rules

    Technical regulations:
    • Random weight and voltage checks will be conducted throughout the weekend.
    • The club multimeter and scales will be used so please ensure you are compliant with those.
    • Any competitors found to be cheating in any way will be asked to leave the event - no warnings will be provided. This event is supposed to be fun and enjoyable and cheating of any description will not be tolerated.

    13.5T, 17.5T and 21.5T motors:

    • Any approved (ROAR, BRCA, RCRA, EFRA) motor can be used.

    Specific class rules can be found here:

    • RCRA rules can be found here.
    • TCR class rules can be found here (with the exception of a controlled front tyre).

     

    Code Of Conduct

    This meet will be run in accordance with the TFTR Code of Conduct which is available on our website here.
    The aim is for all drivers to have fun and we will have a zero tolerance approach to any poor sportsmanship, bad language, or general breaches of the code.

     

    Accommodation

    The closest accommodation to the track is as follows:

    Crystal Brook Tourist Park
    182 Heidelberg-Warrandyte Road, Doncaster East
    3.8km away - Website

    Quest Doncaster
    845-855 Doncaster Road, Doncaster
    5.4km away - Website

    Beau Monde International
    934-938 Doncaster Road, Doncaster East
    7km away - Website

    Mercure Doncaster
    6 Tower St, Doncaster
    4.6km away - Website