11/2/2006
Michael Clark Memorial Pro Race Entry Form Available
Hosted by Bakersfield Kart Club - December 2, 2006
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11/3/06
Region 6 Road Race Points Now Posted!
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11/6/2006
Briggs & Stratton Press Release
Junior I & II Animal Restrictor Plates
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11/6/2006
Briggs & Stratton Press Release
Junior I & II Animal Restrictor Plates
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11/7/2006
Briggs & Stratton Press Release - November 7, 2006
Briggs & Stratton Racing Has a New Look!
In 2007, Briggs & Stratton Racing will unveil a brand-new look in competition. Only a handful of registered logos have been used since Briggs & Stratton's founding in 1908 and now racing is a part of this history. "This logo is a way for us to celebrate our involvement in the sport of racing. Our passion for racing is NOW seen in both our products and our look" commented David Klaus - Briggs & Stratton Racing Manager.







Contact:
David Klaus
Briggs & Stratton Racing Manager
3300 Nth. 124 th Street
Wauwatosa , WI . 53224
Klaus.David@basco.com
F – 414 259 5684

11/13/2006
New parts from Briggs & Stratton Racing for 2007.
Briggs is in the process of introducing several new parts that will improve Animal and World Formula racing.
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11/13/2006
Briggs is in the process of introducing several new parts that will improve Animal and World Formula racing in '07.

First is a new cylinder assembly, Part # 555687, list price $110.25. This cylinder has additional bracing from the clutch side rear of the control mounting boss to the fins of the cylinder. See Photo A - (click photos for larger view).

If you are replacing an older block, your cylinder shield sheet metal will not fit the new block. It will be necessary to drill a 3/8" hole and cut along lines indicated in Photo B with tin snips. Everything then fits.

A new cylinder head is coming. This head has a steel insert with an extended tab inserted in the exhaust port cylinder head bolt hole. See Photo C. This insert is intended to cool the area around the bolt, leading to longer valve life and reducing distortion of the exhaust pipe flange. The insert will be available as service part #555690.

Available as Part #555698 is an Animal/WF head gasket with a metal "fire ring" around the cylinder.

New B&S PVL flywheel and ignition systems are being installed in new Animals and World Formulas. The flywheel consists of a steel center with an aluminum casting to complete the wheel. The flywheel uses the plastic fan and mounting bolts from the current Animal flywheel. See photo D.

The new flywheel is about the same weight as the current Animal flywheel. For the World Formula motor, this is a significant reduction of about 3 pounds. This weight reduction will result in faster acceleration off the corners for the World Formula, a real benefit.

The flywheel must be used with the new B&S PVL ignition coil which uses 4 legs to incorporate a rev limiter into each version. The Animal rev limit is 12,000 rpm. The World Formula has a 7100 rpm rev limit. The new unit is self contained, requiring only a wire to the On/Off switch. This will eliminate the potential problem of the wires coming loose from the separate rev limiter on the World Formula.

The Animal PVL kit is Part #555685, list $85.00. The World Formula version is Part# 557127, list $88.00.

All these parts are acceptable under 2007 IKF Technical Regulations.

Syd White, IKF 4 Cycle Tech Chairman

11/17/2006
2007 IKF Board Meeting Dates & Locations
January 20-21 @ Ontario CA
April 21-22 @ Dallas/Fort Worth TX
September 22-23 @ Sacramento CA

11/17/2006
IKF Requests Information from Clutch Manufacturers for Sprint Super Sportsman Classes
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11/17/2006
IKF Requests Information from Clutch Manufacturers for Sprint Super Sportsman Classes
The Board of Directors of the International Kart Federation is investigating the possibility of reinstating the use of multi-disk dry clutches in the Super Sportsman classes in the Sprint division. In preparation for this we are requesting that each clutch manufacturer submit for consideration shop drawings, specifications, and samples of clutches from your catalog that are suitable for these classes. All information submitted will be treated as Confidential and will not be shared with anyone outside of our technical staff and Directors.

Submissions must be received at the IKF Office no later than Wednesday, January 10, 2007. The clutches will be scrutinized and tested and a set of minimum standards will be submitted as a Proposal at the Spring Board Meeting, for consideration at the Fall Board Meeting.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this matter, please contact Mr. John Pence at 925-759-9460 or Mr. Jack Hoegerl at 309-793-0118.

11/30/2006
IKF 2006 Region 11 Sprint Series Championship
Awards Banquet Information
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11/30/2006
IKF 2006 Region 11 Sprint Series Championship
Awards Banquet Information
The IKF Region 11 2006 Sprint Series Championship Awards Banquet will be hosted by the Blue Max Kart Club, and held at the Sacramento Marriott Hotel (Rancho Cordova, California) January 13th, 2007.

Doors open at 11a.m. , Lunch will be served at 12 noon . Awards begin at 1 p.m.
Raffle prizes will be awarded all afternoon
Tickets are $33.00 for adults and $21.00 for children 4-12
Please RSVP by January 3, 2007 as a limited number of tickets we be available at the door. For additional info rmation please contact Cindy at 916-689-3445 or cindy@bluemaxkartclub.com

The Sacramento Marriott is located at Hwy 50 and Sunrise Blvd. 11211 Point East  Drive, Rancho Cordova , California . Special reduced room rates are available by contacting the Marriott at (916) 638-1100. Mention Blue Max Kart Club to obtain the preferred rate.

Downloadable banquet reservation form can be found at www.ikf-region11.com

11/28/2006
2007 IKF Region 7 Sprint Schedule
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