lukemillar
23rd August 2011, 11:20
Hey all,
Wondering if someone could clarify something for me....
I'm looking out for a second NC30 engine, but am having trouble finding a 1989 model engine. The rules say that major components must be manufactured before Dec 31st 1989 which includes engine and gearbox castings (fair enough) however... it then goes on to say:
Replica Parts and Materials
Replica parts, major or otherwise, may be used in any proportion, provided that they are true and faithful copies of the original components made to original dimensions from the materials originally specified.
The NC30 motor didn't change from year to year, so a 1990-1994 model is the same as a 1989- same materials, design etc. Could it be perceived that a later model engine is a true and faithful copy of a 1989 one?
There isn't any mechanical or power advantage on using a later model engine, but I'm just wondering if I am able to widen the search and it still be legal to run, or just keep on searching for another 1989 motor?
Cheers
Luke
Wondering if someone could clarify something for me....
I'm looking out for a second NC30 engine, but am having trouble finding a 1989 model engine. The rules say that major components must be manufactured before Dec 31st 1989 which includes engine and gearbox castings (fair enough) however... it then goes on to say:
Replica Parts and Materials
Replica parts, major or otherwise, may be used in any proportion, provided that they are true and faithful copies of the original components made to original dimensions from the materials originally specified.
The NC30 motor didn't change from year to year, so a 1990-1994 model is the same as a 1989- same materials, design etc. Could it be perceived that a later model engine is a true and faithful copy of a 1989 one?
There isn't any mechanical or power advantage on using a later model engine, but I'm just wondering if I am able to widen the search and it still be legal to run, or just keep on searching for another 1989 motor?
Cheers
Luke