Thanks for the report.

Event Rules:
1.   Basic model rules governing 'profile', landing gear, scale, accuracy, and cheek cowls are as per the AMA Rule Book for the ‘Scale Racing’ event (including painted canopies, race numbers and AMA numbers) with the following exception:
A.   Two wheel (two leg) or Mono-wheel (single leg) landing gear may be used. Landing gear shall
   exit the fuselage in a scale-like position.
2.   1 fluid ounce maximum size fuel tank.
3.   Fuel shutoffs are allowed.
4.   No pressure refueling systems or MFV's are allowed. All refueling shall be performed through a
   maximum 1/8 inch I.D. tube.
5.   Fuel tanks cannot be recessed into the model.
6.   All controls (bellcrank, leadouts, pushrod, and control horn) must be externally mounted, although mounting of bellcranks through the fuselage is permitted.
7.   Models must be constructed of wood. The use of carbon fiber, glass fiber, Kevlar and the like shall be limited to reinforcement and/or finishing of the model only.
8.   Lines shall be 52'-6" +/- 6" from center of handle to the center of the model. Minimum line diameter shall be 0.012 for solid, 0.015 for stranded.
9.   Models and lines shall be pull tested to a loading of 25 pounds prior to competing in an event.
10.   Maximum permitted engine displacement is 0.15 cubic inches (2.50 cc). Any engine may be used that did not have a listed retail price exceeding $ 150 U. S. as of January 31, 2000. Proof of retail pricing lies with the competitor desiring to use a specific engine by presenting evidence showing:

A.   General availability (published advertisements, etc.) at or below the stated limit.
or
B.   In the case of an older engine, a dated advertisement at or below the stated limit.

12.   The SCAR Goodyear event is intended to support the use of both Diesel and Glow engines. Organizing clubs may opt to limit an event to diesel or glow engines only. It is preferred, however, that events held as part of a sanctioned competition, or, events that are open to non-club members, shall allow both diesel and glow engines to compete.
13.   Glow engines shall be restricted to a maximum of 10% Nitromethane in their fuel. Organizing clubs may opt to provide standard glow and/or diesel fuel at a race.
14.   The following race format shall be used:
A.   100 Lap preliminary heat with no mandatory pit stops required. Top three heat times proceed to

Mike

From what I heard a few months ago, SCAR had no plans of changing to 60' lines. Besides, If everyone is getting along at a local club level on 52's without trouble, then there is no real need to change.

The NCLRA went with the 60's and shutoffs because of the increased performance level that you would usually find at the Nat's was causing piloting issues for some of the entrants. Unless you get 3 entrants in a 15 minute final, all flying at Nat's performance levels, then you likely don't need to run 60's.

Les