For all questions relating to the build specifications of the PCR V8 Supercar and the PCR Carrera Cup Porsches click here
Why do PCR carry the number 111?
In 2006, Mark Porter held the number 111 in the Fujitsu Development Series. Porter was tragically killed at the Bathurst 1000 in the same year. As a tribute to the relationship PCR had with Porter and MSport, the Glenfords Falcon will carry #111 into the 2007 V8 Supercar Series.
Who held race number 20 prior to PCR in the 2006 Championship?
In 2005, Mark Winterbottom held the number 20 with Larkham Motorsport.
How long has PCR been involved in Motorsport?
In 2003 PCR debuted in the Konica V8 Supercar Series. In 2006 PCR became the first team to graduate from the development series into the V8 Supercar Series. To read more about the PCR history click here.
How many staff members work at PCR?
There are around 13 fulltime and 12 casual staff working at PCR. If you would like to join the PCR team please submit your expression of interest to kath@pcrnet.com.au.
How much does it cost to build a V8 Supercar?
It costs around $400,000 - $600,000 to build a V8 Supercar.
How much does it cost to buy a Carrera Cup Porsche?
A Carrera Cup Porsche costs around $300,000 brand new or around $200,000 for a second-hand vehicle.
How much does it cost to run a V8 Supercar?
It costs around $2-3million to run one V8 Supercar for a full season.
How much do V8 Supercar drivers get paid?
How much a V8 Supercar driver is paid depends on their experience and skill. Salaries can range from $50,000 up to around $800,000.
How can I purchase PCR merchandise?
PCR merchandise is available from the Glenfords Racing merchandise truck at all the V8 Supercar events. Merchandise can also be purchased by visiting our merchandise page
Which track has the quickest straight?
At the moment it would be Mt Panorama’s Conrod Straight. The Conrod Straight at Bathurst can produce speeds in-excess of 300kph.
How long do compulsory pit stops take?
Depending on what is required they can range from:
- 3.5 seconds to change two tyres;
- 8 seconds to change four tyres;
- 30 seconds for brake pads;
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30 seconds for refuelling.
What do you put in the transporter for a race meeting?
Everything that PCR takes to a round fits neatly into the team transporter. PCR take to each round:
- One V8 Supercar.
- Three Carrera Cup Porsches.
- 32 wheels, four tyre racks and a tyre purging machine.
- One complete set of doors, a boot and a bonnet for the V8 Supercar.
- One spare engine for the V8 Supercar and an engine crane.
- Two complete sets of panels for the V8 Supercar.
- Two front and rear spoilers for the V8 Supercar.
- A set of roll-away work benches.
- 140 different specialty tools.
- Overhead pit boom and wheel changing air guns.
- Three front and two rear sets of brake pads and rotors.
- Four shock absorbers, diff housing, radiators and exhaust.
- Clothing rack.
- Around 40 metres of portable race flooring.
- Refuelling rig and pump.
- Telemetry booth.
- Telemetry and radio communications portal.
- Two plasma screens.
- Two fridges, a BBQ and tables and chairs for catering.
- Bollards.
- Two ezy-up tents and trolleys.
- Sign writing equipment. |
