TOURING CLASS

These Specifications must be read in conjunction with those relating to All Classes

1. TYRES

Tyre sizes shall be limited to 33x12.5 or metric equivalent based on a gauge with internal dimensions of 840mm and 320mm.

Track increase shall be limited to 50mm.

2. WHEELS

Wheels shall be limited to a rim width of 203mm (8”) and the offset shall be such that the tyre shall completely fit within the mudguards and flares.

Bead locks are not allowed.

3. AXLES

Axle housings shall be original but may be protected.

Axle internal components shall be original and extension breathers may be fitted.

4. BRAKES

The original braking system shall be retained unmodified except for the composition of the brake pads/linings.

The handbrake shall be as originally fitted and shall be operational.

5. DIFFERENTIALS

The original differential system shall be retained unmodified except that differential locks may be fitted.

Differential ratios are free.

6. GEARBOX

The original gearbox shall be retained unmodified.

7. TRANSFER CASE

The original transfer case system shall be retained unmodified.

Transfer case ratios shall be available for that vehicle make

The transfer case and differentials shall be operative and capable of driving all four wheels.

8. STEERING

Original steering boxes shall be retained in the original location and shall be unmodified.

Original steering linkages and components shall be retained unmodified but may have protection fitted to them.

9. SUSPENSION

Selection of shock absorbers and bushes is free except that the original number and location shall be retained.

The original spring design shall be retained except that components may be modified or replaced with aftermarket units.

Original suspension linkage or pin configuration, length and positioning shall be retained but may be strengthened.

10. ENGINE

The original engine shall be retained unmodified except that alternative engine management systems, and in the case of diesel engines an aftermarket turbo, supercharger and intercooler or combination of, may be fitted.

Snorkels and aftermarket air filters are free unless specified otherwise in the any Supplementary Regulations.

Oil filters are free except the original method of attachment shall be retained.

11. ELECTRICAL

Original alternators shall be retained unmodified.

Headlight inserts and globes are free.

Tail lights, stop lights and reversing lights shall be as originally fitted.

Batteries are free.

Fitting and location of additional batteries is free.

All batteries shall be securely fastened and if they are in the cabin they shall be secured in an enclosure and vented to the outside unless the battery is a sealed unit.

12. EXHAUST SYSTEMS

The exhaust system is free.

13. CHASSIS

The original chassis shall be retained unmodified.

Strengthening with the additional bracing is acceptable.

Spring and shock absorber chassis mountings may be strengthened.

Protection plates may be added for strengthening and protection purposes.

14. BODY

The original body shall be retained unmodified except that additional mud flaps, door sills and flares may be added for protection.

15. LIGHTS

Vehicles may be fitted with up to four driving lights in addition to the original headlights and driving lights.

Driving lights shall be mounted at the front of the vehicle and shall operate with the high/low beam switch in conjunction with the headlights.

It is strongly recommended that a dust lamp be fitted to the rear of the vehicle.

16. FUEL

The original fuel system shall be retained unmodified and shall be in a sound condition with all fittings tightly fastened.

The original fuel tank may be supplemented or replaced with a long-range fuel tank.

Alternative fuel such as LPG may be fitted and if fitted shall be in accordance with State and National Regulations.