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2022 Xcel Fall Meeting

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Intro: The annual fall meeting took place at the Xcel Chassis garage on 10/30/2022.
This is a summary page of the discussion and changes.

Here are the new rules removed or implemented at this meeting:

Remove the following rules entirely:

  • The winner from the last tour race event can start no better than 9th position in the next tour event they enter.
  • If more than one previous winner in one race event, the most recent winner will start no better than 9th with others starting 10th and below.

Implement the following rule:

Illegal components found on a car will be forfeited to Xcel Chassis This includes electronics, motors or other components like shocks and wheels.

Here is a summary of the biggest changes implemented at this meeting:

  • Payout for tour purses will be adjusted if car counts drop below 20 cars
  • Drivers who are driving with malice will be penalized by the race director including possible suspension or fines. Any intentional wrecking or revenge driving will be dealt with harshly.
  • Xcel will be returning to the start zone cones for 2023
  • Illegal or parts that have been tampered with will be confiscated
  • Any ECU that doesn’t have the default Xcel Chassis software id will be considered illegal
  • There will be a group of individuals monitoring the race with radio communication (stated as 5 radios) that will assist make determinations of aggressive/rough riding calls.

Summary Links

Xcel Fall Meeting YouTube Playlist (12 videos)

Sealed ECU | 2023 Schedule | Sportsman Class | 3/4 Class Car | Tour Point Purse | Redraw Handicapping | Pill Pull Policy | Race Monitors Program | Starting Area & Jump Starts | Intentional Incidents | Mentor Program | Surveys, Registration, Website, Communication Channels | Safety Discussion

Discussion Topics

Sealed ECU

Description:
The ECU is loaded with software that has a proprietary id that if adjusted in any form will register when connected to the computer app. It is as simple as seeing if the Xcel signature is present in the box. If the box is found without the correct signature by an Xcel official a disqualification and confiscation will take place.

Previously some of the results were positive (with no penalty discussed) because the person performing the check did not have the proper version of software. That is being addressed and is expected to be solved by the season start in 2023.

2023 Schedule

Description:
The TENTATIVE schedule is starting for 2023. Below are bullet points for some of the highlights.

  • First Race: April 8th Bloomsburg
  • Teaming up with motorcyle class again for 2023
    • Xcel races will be FIRST on a more car friendly track prep
    • New flag man on flag stand that is more familiar with our cars vs motorcycles
    • Working on races with motorcycle class that would allow us in new tracks
  • Trying for 4-5 shows at Bloomsburg (not all with motorcycles) on Sat. nights
  • 3 shows at Big Diamond
  • 2 possible at Kutztown Action Track
  • Racing at Grandview next year
    • Possibly poker series at Grandview
    • Racing with modifieds and likely with enduro series as well
    • Going to attempt to put modified driver in our cars on modified night(s)
  • Penn Can Schedule – (Note: After this meeting relationship with Penn Can tumultuous.. stay tuned)
  • Possible return to I88 speedway Afton this year
  • 1 race on schedule at BAPS for 2023
  • Discussing races at Woodhall and Outlaw Speedways
  • Discussing races at Millbridge and Rockfish series in the Carolinas

Sportsman Class

Description:
Using the same Xcel Modified with a mechanically restricted throttle a sportsman class is going to be initiated for new and young drivers to learn how to race in our series.

3/4 Class Development Tabled for 2023

Description:

Doug explains the future of the development of the 3/4 class and what is preventing him from pursing it for now. He indicates that he would still continue with development, but needs to tackle some issues concerning work load, facility space and focusing on customer needs.

Tour Points and Car Counts in Relation to Purse Changes for 2023

Description:
Car counts matter when it comes to purses being paid out. A brief explanation on how the purse system numbers are attained and why 2022 was a loss of revenue that Xcel Chassis had to front.
In 2023, the class will see a change in the payout structure should numbers drop below 20 participants at a race.

Changes to Redraw For Previous Weeks Winner in 2023

Description

There were a few inconsistencies in 2022 where the winner of the previous week was involved in some way in a redraw. The discussion led to a vote where the previous handicap in the rulebook after winning was eliminated. In 2023, the previous weeks winner will redraw without any consideration of the previous win.

Pill Pull Discussion When Driver Not Present/Available
Weekly/Tour Points: No Weekly Points When Tour Race?

Starting Zone & Jump Starts

Description:

No need for a video for this one. Essentially, Doug Borger is going to reinstate using cones in the starting zone to delineate to the first place car where they can start the race. Long discussion on jump starts and things but no further action was voted on.

Implementing Additional Race Monitors in 2023

Description:

Xcel is going to have additional monitors (via radio) stationed around the speedway. Discussion on procedures and who should be manning the radios
When possible Xcel will enlist help from adjacent classes to watch our races. Further discussion on who and how many people need to agree before any action taken.

Intention On-Track Incidents

Description:

Xcel is stating for the record that if a driver acts deliberately to exact revenge that severe penalties will be levied

Mentor Program

Description:

Seasoned race teams are asked if they are willing to formally sign up to help get new teams up to speed and mentor them on procedures and help with setup guidance.
There will be a spot on the website for new teams who want to pair up with those who sign up to help.

Surveys – 2023 Registration – Plea to Outliers

Description:

Keith Inglin discussed the year of communication on the website after he took over. Doug elaborated that the surveys were helpful in obtaining information to present to future sponsor prospects and reflected on the year end survey results. Discussion on how to get all Xcel Modified owners to register so communication can go out to everyone even if they are not actively participating in the Xcel Tour or Weekly Series.

Safety Discussion

Description:

Discussions on fire suppression system as well as safety gear, fuel systems and other elements.

Keith Inglin is the site administrator for Xcel Chassis since 2021. He stopped racing in the Xcel series after 2022 and turned his attention toward crewing for his son Korey Inglin (127). In addition to masonry, he graduated from tech school and has worked in the corporate world doing computer (mostly database) task. This has given him the background to create and manage sites especially if there are stats involved. PHP and MYSQL are the tools used to capture and display results here on the site and Wordpress makes up the pretty. As a sideline hobby, he works on the site and creates articles to help the series thrive. Reader participation and comments are pay for the efforts. The primary mission is to further the series by getting everyone to the table and sharing knowledge especially with the new teams joining the series..

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