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2008 Chassis Guide - PCR
Calgary based Overdrive Motorsports is the Canadian Importer for PCR chassis, engines and accessories. The World Champion PCR brand was born in Italy in 1972 and continues to build innovative chassis year after year.
2007 Results
In Europe, PCR driver Thomas Knopper won the KZ2 (ICC) Title, winning 3 out of the possible 6 main events at the prestigious European Championships.
In Canada, PCR built huge momentum during the 2007 season scoring victories all over Western Canada. At the Western Canadian Championships Tyler Wheeler scored 3 wins on his way to the title in Junior Rotax and a trip to the Rotax Grand Finals in Al Ain, UAE. In Senior Rotax Sean Macdonell scored 2 wins on his way to 3rd place in the championship, and giving PCR the most wins out of any chassis in the Rotax categories.
In the Canadian ROK CUP Sr. category, PCR driver Sean Macdonell scored a victory on his way to qualify for the ROK CUP International Final. Taking 2nd place in the championship was PCR driver Joey Guyon who entered only 2 of the 3 rounds taking a victory in his first race in Regina (the ROK Cup is a no drop series, all races count). Stefan Rzadzinski dominated the Junior category taking 4 out of 6 wins on his way to the championship and a ride to the ROK CUP International Final in Lonato, Italy.
2008 Chassis
PCR is entering its third year of competition with the Advance line of chassis with evolutionary changes. The Advance has 3 distinct models designed for the high horsepower classes and all are built primarily with 32mm chrome moly tubing and 30mm removable front and side torision bars. Noted standard features are 25mm front spindles, 50x80 axle bearings which spin freely and save a total of 1 lb of weight, bearing cassette mounted rear brake caliper to make for easy ride height changes.
All karts are made with chrome moly tubing, outfitted with blue anodized components, have fiberglass seats, wheels, and have yellow bodywork. All PCR chassis have special “uniball” type 10 position adjustable caster camber pills that give you adjustability and can be securely fastened with 2 bolts. Homologated karts come with 25mm front spindles and 10mm kingpins, while un-homologated chassis come with 17mm spindles and 8mm kingpins.
All PCR chassis can be purchased as a rolling chassis (without engine) or as turn-key karts built to your specifications ready to hit the track!
Cadet
The Cadet chassis is made of 28mm tubing utilizes a 30mm axle supported by 2 rear bearings, has a dual piston hydraulic rear brake, caster/camber adjustment, and yellow KG bodywork along with a PCR fiberglass seat and PCR aluminum wheels.
Cadet – “SP”
The Cadet “SP” chassis is the ultimate Jr1 chassis! During the 2007 season, Mark Newson guided his Cadet “SP” to a perfect 6 victories in the Western Canadian Jr 1 Honda category. The chassis has all of the features of the regular cadet chassis plus: adjustable wheelbase and the new lightweight hydraulic brake system!
4 cycle
The 4 cycle is a 3 rail chassis with a 40mm axle, has 3 rear bearing cassettes, caster/camber adjustment, 17mm front spindles and is available in either 28mm or 30mm frame tubing.
Exagone 30
The Exagone chassis is suitable for single gear 2 cycle engines and is constructed of 30mm tubing. This chassis is not homologated and retails for $900 less than homologated chassis – great for club racers! The Exagone 30 contains all PCR standard features such as 10 position adjustable caster/camber pills and bolt on style front hubs.
MXMAX
The MXMAX is PCR’s proven chassis for TAG Jr competition finishing 1st at the Canadian ROK CUP in 2007! The frame is a mixture of 30 and 32mm tubing and features 25mm front spindles. This chassis comes fitted with magnesium wheels, decal kit and adjustable billet aluminum pedals.
Advance 100
The Advance 100 is the new standard for Rotax Sr. competition. It is made primarily of 32mm tubing and features removable 30mm front and side torsion bars. This chassis performs well on all types of tracks, with all types of tires. It also has the 25mm front spindles, magnesium wheels, decal kit and billet aluminum pedals.
Advance 125
Using the Advance platform, the Advance 125 has a different location for the front torsion bar and the cross bar located behind the seat. The Advance 125 is built to put power to the ground! Proven by Thomas Knopper at KZ2 European championships, this chassis is the kart to have for shifter competition.
Advance DD2
The Advance DD2 is based on the Advance 125 and also features a removable front torsion bar and utilizes a 1060mm wheelbase for corner exit stability.
The Advance DD2 has PCR’s remarkable front disk brakes, mounted to 25mm spindles and features easy to use front width spacers and spin-free shim setup.
Custom Features
Overdrive Motorsports is proud to offer you special features made possible by a special collaboration with the PCR factory development team. When rules allow, a unique lightweight hand operated front brake setup can be installed on any single gear karts offering exceptional braking capabilities.
For taller drivers (6’2” and over) a front end extension kit is available to help extend out the drivers’ legs for a more comfortable driving position.
A unique lightweight decal kit is also available for drivers searching to cut weight. Call us to inquire on how you can save 1/2 lb and still look good!
About Overdrive Motorsports
Overdrive Motorsports is focused on delivering excellent customer satisfaction through the sale of high end karting equipment and employs skilled technicians to undertake any task. Overdrive is the Southern Alberta Rotax Max Service Center and provides reliable and high performing engines for all categories from Jr1 Honda to Rotax DD2. With the help of our Superflow SF902 dyno we can also analyze and improve engine performance.
Overdrive Motorsports is located just 5 minutes from the Vasity Chrysler Speed Park in Calgary, Alberta. Store hours are 9am-5pm Monday to Friday.
Overdrive Motorsports
#107, 12159 44st SE
Calgary, Alberta
Canada, T2Z 4H3
Tel: (403) 270-0160
Fax: (403) 270-0164
E-mail: info@overdrivekarts.com
Web: www.overdrivekarts.com |
