Quick question for auto-x guys

chaos311clarity · 05-21-2008, 04:56 AM

I've got a Snell M2005 helmet... just wondering if these are generally permitted or not for auto-x events.

I used it at one track event but they told me i needed the SA2005 next time.

thanks in advance.

***solovus*** · 05-21-2008, 05:01 AM

Probably fine for auto-x...going 30-60 around cones in a parking lot is -MUCH- different than doing 110 through a chicane. They probably just want to see any sort of shell on your head.

**boondocksaint** · 05-21-2008, 05:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by solovus

Probably fine for auto-x...going 30-60 around cones in a parking lot is -MUCH- different than doing 110 through a chicane. They probably just want to see any sort of shell on your head.

I think he needs a definitive answer. "Probably" can cost you a day of racing.

chaos311clarity · 05-21-2008, 05:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by solovus

Probably fine for auto-x...going 30-60 around cones in a parking lot is -MUCH- different than doing 110 through a chicane. They probably just want to see any sort of shell on your head.

thats what i was thinking... want to make sure.

***solovus*** · 05-21-2008, 05:09 AM

If you want something definitive then just call or e-mail the organizers.

JoWj PoWj · 05-21-2008, 05:10 AM

Snell 1995 (SA95, M95, or K98) or newer labeled helmets are approved for use.
This is a minimum standards for use in

RallyCross, other approved helmets are:

1.

British Standards: BS 6658-85 type A/FR, including all amendments.

2. SFI Foundation, Inc; SFI Spec 31.1

http://www.scca.com/documents/Rally%20Rules/2007rxRules.pdf

go to page 22, section P.

I know it's not where your going for your event. But hey, I just want a downpipe.

***austinpike*** · 05-21-2008, 05:54 AM

Snell M-rated is fine for autox.

thunderbird · 05-21-2008, 06:12 AM

Its not a matter of whether the helmet is adequate or not, its a matter of whether the helmet will pass the tech inspection on your car. As part of the tech inspection , the inspector checks the helmets and your helmet needs to meet the requirements of the rules. Most clubs have loaner helmets if yours doesn't meet the requirements. Oddly enough, many motorcycle helmets don't meet the requirements.

from the 2008 rulebook, page 33 section 4.3.1:

Helmets meeting the following standards must be worn while on
course: All helmets meeting the current or two immediately preceding
Snell Foundation standards (SA, K, or M), or SFI standards
31.1A, 31.2A, 41.1A, or 41.2A are acceptable. Helmets meeting
British spec BS6658-85 type A/FR are also acceptable.

***austinpike*** · 05-21-2008, 06:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thunderbird

Oddly enough, many motorcycle helmets don't meet the requirements.

yeah, many just have a DOT rating - while it may be a perfectly fine helmet, it needs the Snell-M rating for autox.

05-21-2008, 04:56 AM	#1
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05-21-2008, 05:01 AM	#2
*solovus* Lurker Car: STIzzle Fav Mod: Tint Location: Toledo, OH Posts: 1,761 Join Date: Mar 2008 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Quick question for auto-x guys Probably fine for auto-x...going 30-60 around cones in a parking lot is -MUCH- different than doing 110 through a chicane. They probably just want to see any sort of shell on your head.

05-21-2008, 05:09 AM	#5
*solovus* Lurker Car: STIzzle Fav Mod: Tint Location: Toledo, OH Posts: 1,761 Join Date: Mar 2008 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Quick question for auto-x guys If you want something definitive then just call or e-mail the organizers.

05-21-2008, 05:10 AM	#6
JoWj PoWj Dogs ftmfw! Car: WRB 04' STi Fav Mod: The 'OMG is that a STi' look Location: Dubai Posts: 193 Join Date: Jul 2007 Trader Rating: (3)	Re: Quick question for auto-x guys Snell 1995 (SA95, M95, or K98) or newer labeled helmets are approved for use. This is a minimum standards for use in RallyCross, other approved helmets are: 1. British Standards: BS 6658-85 type A/FR, including all amendments. 2. SFI Foundation, Inc; SFI Spec 31.1 http://www.scca.com/documents/Rally%20Rules/2007rxRules.pdf go to page 22, section P. I know it's not where your going for your event. But hey, I just want a downpipe.

05-21-2008, 05:54 AM	#7
*austinpike* Platinum Member Car: 2oo5 cgm STi Location: MN Posts: 1,926 Join Date: Jul 2004 Trader Rating: (7)	Re: Quick question for auto-x guys Snell M-rated is fine for autox.

05-21-2008, 06:12 AM	#8
thunderbird Senior STI Driver Car: 04 STi Fav Mod: so far? RCE T2s Location: kansas Posts: 386 Join Date: Oct 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Quick question for auto-x guys Its not a matter of whether the helmet is adequate or not, its a matter of whether the helmet will pass the tech inspection on your car. As part of the tech inspection , the inspector checks the helmets and your helmet needs to meet the requirements of the rules. Most clubs have loaner helmets if yours doesn't meet the requirements. Oddly enough, many motorcycle helmets don't meet the requirements. from the 2008 rulebook, page 33 section 4.3.1: Helmets meeting the following standards must be worn while on course: All helmets meeting the current or two immediately preceding Snell Foundation standards (SA, K, or M), or SFI standards 31.1A, 31.2A, 41.1A, or 41.2A are acceptable. Helmets meeting British spec BS6658-85 type A/FR are also acceptable.