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World Formula "WF" Plate Championship 2006

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The WF Plate Championship is back....and now a junior championship as well! 

Karting North East, Prosport and Zoom have joined forces again to back what we consider to be one of the most affordable and enjoyable classes currently available.  This year sees the introduction of cheaper tyres retailing at £52 + vat. These have been tested against the current tyres and have proven to be very consistent. Don't forget also that you can use any chassis for WF as long as the inboard engine will clear the rear rail. If you are not sure seek advice from your local dealer.

WF is the ideal way to learm your racing craft with minimal investment and maximum enjoyment. WF like most 4 stroke racing teaches you to drive smoothly and accurately. If you then decide to move into one of the faster 2 stroke classes you will have had some very good grounding and should be highly competitive. You can normally use your WF chassis for the 2 stroke classes so you could purchase a 2 stroke engine and go racing. The junior championship will start in Apirl giving time for people to make their decision regards class. If you are reading this for the first time and would like to know more about WF or any of the other classes currently running contact Prosport on 0191 4926019 or KNE on 0191 5214050. Here are a few of the most popular questions and answers.

How much will a new outfit cost?	New about £1800 plus vat
How much does an engine cost?	New £600 plus vat
Approx. cost per meeting?	Fuel £10, entry £40, other £15
How fast are they?	60 mph average
Where can I race?	Local non MSA at Warden Law
Can I use a STD Chassis?	Yes normally but check engine fit next to seat
How long before rebuild?	Approx. 30-40 hours
How much to rebuild?	Approx. £100-£150

Junior WF Technical Regulations 2006

Engine	Briggs & Stratton, sealed, in standard form with rev limiter fitted
Chassis	Any
Tyres	Dry Duro, marked WF. Wet Bridgestone YGR
Weight	145 kg including driver
Fuel	STD pump gas, no additives allowed
Numbers	Green background, white letters with white line under number

Senior WF Technical Regulations 2006

Engine	Briggs & Stratton, sealed, in standard form with rev limiter fitted
Chassis	Any
Tyres	Dry Bridgestone YEQ, marked WF. Wet Bridgestone YGR
Weight	165 kg including driver
Fuel	STD pump gas, no additives allowed
Numbers	Green background with white letters

Note...It is planned to change the senior tyre to Duro in the next two months after further testing. If testing is satisfactory we will introduce into the April meeting at £52 per set. We are also reviewing wet tyres and may introduce a change into both classes if a cheaper product of equal quality can be found.

WF Plate Championship Rounds

5th March*, 9th April, 7th May, 4th June, 2nd July, 6th Aug, 3rd Sept, 1st Oct, 5th Nov

*The junior championship will be starting in April therefore excludes this date.

The race format and points system is as per the current and very popular sprint race series run by Karting North East which the WF series will be run within (please see KNE Sprint Regulations for further details).

Duration...The senior championship will be run over 9 rounds starting with the first meeting in March. 7 rounds count with a bonus of 10 points awarded to those that attend all 9 rounds. The junior championship will start in April,allowing time for the grids to grow, with 5 rounds out of 8 to count. A bonus of 10 points will be given to those that attend all 8 rounds.

Prizes for all rounds excluding the final will be:
	Senior	Junior
1st place	£25 Zoom gift vouchers	£25 Zoom gift vouchers
2nd place	£15 Zoom gift vouchers	£10 Zoom gift vouchers
3rd place	£10 Zoom gift vouchers	£5 Zoom gift vouchers
Fastest Lap	Spark Plug	Bag of sweets

Prizes for the final round will be:
	Senior	Junior
1st place	£50 Zoom gift vouchers	£35 Zoom gift vouchers
2nd place	£35 Zoom gift vouchers	£25 Zoom gift vouchers
3rd place	£25 Zoom gift vouchers	£15 Zoom gift vouchers

Championship Prizes
	Senior	Junior
1st place	£175 Zoom gift vouchers	£125 Zoom gift vouchers
2nd place	£100 Zoom gift vouchers	£75 Zoom gift vouchers
3rd place	£75 Zoom gift vouchers	£30 Zoom gift vouchers

The winner of the championship will receive the WF plate that can be used for the 2007 season in both junior and senior classes. In addition to this Prosport will provide a full day's race support, kart included, for a rotax class for the winner of each championship. Briggs & Stratton have indicated that they will be giving us spot prizes to be issued during the series...these will be announced on the day.