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When did F1 regs change to require the drivers feet to be behind the centerline of the front wheels?


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#1 AdrianThompson

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Posted 13 February 2012 - 20:31

When did F1 regs change to require the drivers feet to be behind the centerline of the front wheels? I’m sure there’s a way to search for this, but it’s defeating me. Also, prior to the rule change were there any cars from that immediate era (early 80’s I assume) that already met the rule? I’m sure years before there were cars that did, all front engine cars obviously, but I mean in the 5 years prior.

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#2 AdrianThompson

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Posted 13 February 2012 - 20:38

When did F1 regs change to require the drivers feet to be behind the centerline of the front wheels? I’m sure there’s a way to search for this, but it’s defeating me. Also, prior to the rule change were there any cars from that immediate era (early 80’s I assume) that already met the rule? I’m sure years before there were cars that did, all front engine cars obviously, but I mean in the 5 years prior.

Whoops, i meant to post tihs in TNF, Don't worry I'll try over there instead. Sorry.

#3 cheapracer

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Posted 14 February 2012 - 06:54

... because those wafer thin carbon fibre front A-arms offer a driver so much protection .....

#4 Bloggsworth

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Posted 14 February 2012 - 09:13

Not soon enough...

#5 Catalina Park

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Posted 14 February 2012 - 09:37

... because those wafer thin carbon fibre front A-arms offer a driver so much protection .....

Funny, I always thought the same thing. It doesn't matter that much either way if your legs are in the crumple zone.