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RTV in Series 3 LWB (is it for me?)

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carbore:
Rhymes aside...

I am looking to do some RTV trials in my series 3 LWB (Cornwall area).  I see that they class vehicles, but will a S3 LWB get far enough down the course to be competitive and have a decent day out. I don't like the idea of getting stuck on the first hazard if the build/design the course for more modern vehicles with loads of articulation and diff locks etc.

Also will it get bashed anywhere serious suggesting that steering/tank guards  or even roll bar are recommended?. Cosmetics fine as its no show stopper.

I get very grumpy if my cars don't do well. (but appreciate I have a learning curve as all prior experience has been on the track)

PS are there any mods that really make a noticeable difference to an S3.

Cheers.

Devon-Rover:
Errrrrr.

I'll speak for the ALRC side of things down here but in a LWB series 3 you will honestly struggle.
you would be playing cricket all day. Whilst there is a class system, Which you would be amalgamated with classes 5,8 and 11. There is also the fact that whilst the COC will endevour to lay the sections to be fair for all participants it has to be competitive for those who take part. And down here class 4 and 5 are the most predominant classes.
C&D is a very competitive club and the course's are laid out to a very high standard.

I would recommend coming along to watch and see for yourselves.

There is an event in cornwall in a few weeks time, Which a good friend of mine is the COC for.

carbore:
As I suspected.....(blast)

The S3 costs peanuts to buy and run, so I think I may just keep my eyes open for a dedicated comp vehicle so have no tax/insurance issues.

Either that or sell the elise and buy a monster.

carbore:
Ps

Is that the binner down one on the 28th Oct?

Do I need to do anything/mail anyone to come along and watch.

Thanks for the earlier info.

Robbo:
I could be wrong but....RTV surely means any road taxed vehicle with little or no modifications????? so it should be ok, but obviously need a little more turning space ie shunt - which is allowed is it not for a wheelbase over 100 inches????

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