Subaru Engine Track Days & PCA Options

[McMark]

I was talking with a 914 owner about engines and the cost-benefit of a Subaru swap. This person is looking to build a street-legal car that will serve for track duty. But AFAIK, PCA has restrictions on non-Porsche engine participation.

So, since I know most of you all are far more familiar with the regulations and options than I am, I'm looking for information on what sorts of restrictions does PCA place on non-Porsche engine swaps? What other options for track days are available (nationally, but SF Bay Area specifically)? Is building a non-PCA-legal car a shot in the foot? Or is PCA somewhat irrelevant because of availability of other options?

What are your thoughts here? And I'm looking specifically at track days, and not autocrosses, but I'm interested in learning about AX info as well.

[grantsfo]

I dont see GGR rules as confusing at all. If you want to run in series for points you must have a Porsche with a Porsche serial number motor.

You are welcome to run events in fun category and not be involved in points.

Perhaps there is enough interest to open an exhibition class where you can run Porsches with bastard power plants? That way 912's with type 1 VW motors, 914's with V8s or Subies could all run together. I'd call it the "misfit toys" group.

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This post has been edited by grantsfo: May 12 2011, 03:24 PM

[Chris Hamilton]

If you want to run in series for points you must have a Porsche with a Porsche serial number motor.

Yes, but we're running by the GGR rule book. Not Grant's rule book he just made up right now.

The current rulebook doesn't say squat about motors, serial numbers or anything like that.

[Heater Guy]

If you want to run in series for points you must have a Porsche with a Porsche serial number motor.

Yes, but we're running by the GGR rule book. Not Grant's rule book he just made up right now.

The current rulebook doesn't say squat about motors, serial numbers or anything like that.

As a PCA member since 1976, I think is important for the club to identify with the brand. This keeps the club together and attracts active members to participate in club events. I wasn't too upset when my BMW and Ferrari buddies called my 911 a hair dryer especially when my hair dryer could beat them on the track. Keep the Porsche Club Porsche, but don't lose sight of progress. Where did all the 356's go? It is important to know what else is out there.

I like the SCCA rules for ITE- IMPROVED TOURING E:

These are the TOTAL Rules (Directly from the SCCA rule book):

[b]"The only IT rules that apply to ITE are those losted below:
1. Any tub chassis production vehicle running with DOT tires.
2. Preparation rules: International sedans may modify the floor pan/rocker panel sections.
3. Cars must meet or exceed the Showroom Stock or IT safety requirements of the current General Competition Regulations."

That are ALL the rules. It's kind of RUN WHAT YA BRUNG.