TECHNICAL
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From its inception, Formula Ford has focused on creating a level playing field for competitors through regulation of technical aspects of the cars as well as cost containment to make Formula Ford racing available to as many as possible.
It is very important that you understand the technical regulations as vehicles are regularly inspected at race meetings to ensure that they comply to these regulations.
Technical regulations are monitored by the FFA and modified as required to ensure the spirit of Formula Ford is upheld.
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For the most up-to-date regulations, please check the Motorsport Australia Manual:
Formula Ford (Duratec) and Formula Ford 1600
Recent ​versions are available from the Downloads section on this page.
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FF1600 CONTROL CAMSHAFT
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ALL Formula Ford 1600 cars must use a registered camshaft, which is numbered and recorded by the FFA.
Competitors can purchase a new camshaft from their preferred supplier both overseas or in Australia. The competitor MUST then have the camshaft checked for compliance, registration and numbering. FFA does not supply new camshafts and exchange units are not available from the compliance checker.
To have your camshaft checked or reground, post it with a completed Application for FF1600 Control Camshaft form to the address on the form. No personal deliveries will be accepted.
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CONTROL PARTS FOR DURATEC-POWERED CARS
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Duratec-powered cars in Australia must use the following controlled parts for competition:
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Flywheel
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Exhaust Collector
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Wheels
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These parts can be purchased directly from the Formula Ford Association Inc. using this form.
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CONTROL TYRES
All categories of Formula Ford have a controlled tyre in order to maintain equality and costs.
The Formula Ford Association is proud to partner with both Yokohama (Formula Ford & Formula Ford 1600 contemporary category) and Avon ACB9 A29 (Historic class) and their distributors.
These tyres have proven to be of great quality with nationwide availability.
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Yokohama distributors:
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VIC/TAS: Traction Tyres & More - Ph: (03) 9764 2811
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NSW: Gordon Leven Motorsport Tyres - Ph: (02) 4735 8734
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QLD: Albion Motorsport - Ph: (07) 3205 7500
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SA: Kensington Park Tyrepower - Ph: (08) 8431 5856
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WA: Port Kennedy Tyres & More - Ph: (08) 9524 6606
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NT: Darwin Tyrepower - Ph: (08) 8981 6911
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Avon distributors:
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VIC/TAS: Stuckey - Ph: (03) 9386 5331
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NSW: Gordon Leven Motorsport Tyres - Ph: (02) 4735 8734
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QLD: Albion Motorsport - Ph: (07) 3205 7500
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SA: North Terrace Tyres - Ph: (08) 8362 4417
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WA: Kostera Tyre Service - Ph: (08) 92931529
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CERTIFICATE OF ORIGIN
All vehicles must be issued with a current Certificate of Origin. To apply for a new certificate or transfer, complete the Application Form, and then email to the Administrator.
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Formula Ford 1600 Technical Regulations
Formula Ford Technical Regulations
DOWNLOADS
TECHNICAL ENQUIRIES
For all technical enquiries, please contact the FFA Administrator or your State Representative.
Historic Group F Technical Regulations
FF1600 Post Race Engine Inspection Procedure