We've discussed the issues that creat delays, scoring questions, and re-runs and discovered that the biggest single issue was the confusion created by unclear vehicle identification.

This year we will require appropriate numbers and class identification as part of the Tech Inspection.  Entrants must have proper identification on their vehicle to participate in 2009 events.  Vehicle identification created with shoe polish or tape will NOT be acceptable.  There are many ways to meet this requirement.

National number rules from SCCA National Solo Rules 3.7 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION

1. All vehicles must display numbers and class letters on both sides, which must be readable by Timing & Scoring, Course, and Grid workers at all times.
2. Only one set of numbers and class letters may be visible while the vehicle is running.
3. Class shall be represented by the upper-case abbreviated form rather than be spelled out. (Example: “BSP” instead of “B Street Prepared”).
4. Numbers and class letters should be positioned next to each other. All letters and numbers must be on body panels, not on windows. All numbers and class letters must use the same typeface and the same color, and this color must provide adequate contrast to the background color.
5. Numbers must be a minimum of 8" high with a 1.25" stroke. Class letters must be a minimum of 4" high with a 0.75" stroke. In all cases, the height of the class letters must be between 25% and 75% of the height of the numbers. Stroke width must be at least 10% of the height.
6. The “1” on two-driver cars is subject to all of the above requirements with regard to placement, color, size, and stroke.
7. You must place these numbers on both sides of the vehicle, preferably on the passenger and drivers side doors, NOT on the windows.
8. Karts may use numbers and class letters of reduced size provided that the following conditions are met:
   1. Numbers must be displayed on the front and rear in addition to both sides;
   2. Class letters must be on both sides;
   3. In no case may the numbers be smaller than 6" in height with ¾” stroke, using a high-contrast color and background.
9. For National Championship, National Tour, and Divisional competition, current official SCCA required decals must be displayed on each side of the vehicle in a prominent location. For Divisional, Tour, and National Championship events, one official SCCA approved National sponsor identification logo must be displayed in an upright position, in a prominent location on each side of the vehicle.

For assistance with creating your vehicle identification you can go to the Rio Grand Web Site and download their Numbering Kit to print numbers at home.  If you prefer a more permanent set of numbers you may find several reputable vendors on the web or our own member Troy Moreno @ (915) 633-9000 or email him at: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it