DRB Rally Sport

DRB Rally Sport information regarding our Nissan Micra in the BTRDA Forest RF1.0 Championship and specification details of the car. WE HAVE NOT EVER, NOR WILL WE EVER, CHEAT!

We are requesting assistance to support our quest in winning the BTRDA RF1.0 Championship for 2012. This championship also takes in the Formula 1000 Forest and Super 1000 Championships as well as the different BTRDA Classes. Obviously there will be greater cost attached to this such as fuel, tyres, hotels, logistics, specialist insurance, chase car etc. As the championship is also likely to be rec

ognised by the British Rally Championship in 2012, subject to viability, we would also like to compete on one or two of these rounds and possibly in a Super 1000 round. Should you choose to support us we have plenty of available “key” advertising space on the car to advertise . In addition to this we will also be more than happy to wear your branded corporate ware EG t-shirts, polo shirts, jackets, hats etc to further maximise exposure. We will be also more than happy to make the car available to you for events such as open days, displays etc and you would be invited to attend any of the test days the championship holds either to try the cars out for yourself either as a driver or passenger. This would be a good opportunity for your clients too. Should you require further information please do not hesitate in contacting me directly on 07843 064 094 to discuss the various packages available. Kind regards,
DARREN RILEY
BTRDA RF1.0 FOREST CHAMPIONSHIP 2012 CONTENDERS
Hello there, we are DRB Rally Sport, a rally team from Hazel Grove, Stockport, Cheshire. For 2013 we are competing in the ANWCC and SD34 Championships. The Car:
The car we compete in is a Nissan Micra. This is owned by the co-driver who has had it for four years. It was an existing rally car when sourced, but has undergone considerable development since, including brand new welded-in roll cage, custom made exhaust system with Vortex back box and serious weight reduction (-50kg). The car fully complies with Motor Sport Association (MSA) and championship regulations. The Driver:
Danny Brown is 32 years old and has been competing for 4
years. As well as driving the Nissan Micra, he occasionally competes in his fathers mk1 Es**rt and is building a high spec mk2 Es**rt stage rally car. He lives in Stockport with his girlfriend and 2 year old daughter
and works as a mechanic. The Co-driver:
Darren Riley is 42 and has also been competing for 4 years. Prior to owning the Micra he owned a Vauxhall Nova 1.3 stage
rally car in which he competed with his wife, until she was side
lined with a wrist injury. Until recently he co-owned a
Vauxhall Nova road rally car which was built from a bare shell. He also lives in Stockport wife his wife of 9 years and their
8 year old son. Our Commitment:
2010 saw us finish 2nd in our first year in Formula 1000 tarmac championship. This included several podium finishes including 3 second place and 5 third place.
2011 was a little different. Darren took a sideways step, competing on only a few event, so he could concentrate on the development of the second car that was almost identical to the main car. To aid development of the main car this was later sold to free up colateral.
2012 saw a major change and step forward- we changed the car to a 1300cc. We finished an incredible 11th overall, first in class, with all odds stacked against us due to shocking weather conditions at the Heroes Stages Rally at Weeton. After several engine changes we have settled for an ex Challenge spec set up with 110bhp coupled to a gearbox with 5.1:1 crown wheel and pinion and limited slip differential. Also, for 2013, GRP Television will be filming our entire season, behind the scenes and on event for an on line documentary series 'The Rally Lowdown'. Service Crew:
For 2013 for all rounds we will have Peter Brown and Andy Gooding. Occasionally we will call on the services of the Team Questmead service crew to carry out the necessary works in the main service area. They are good friends of ours, a professional outfit who’s drivers have won all the F1000 Championships outright. Our own service crew will also carry out the chase car servicing. Overview:
Thank you for taking the time to read about our team, if you think sponsorship of this vehicle is something you would consider, you can be assured that your livery will be clearly seen on our well presented car. In 2010 at one rally we also won Best Presented F1000 car at the event. So you can rest assured that you will be represented in a professional manner. If you are
interested in sponsoring us, please contact Darren on
07843 064 094. SPECIFICATION
Body Shell:
Nissan Micra GX registered 1998
Complete welded in roll cage with A pillar gusseting, cross door bars and harness bars
Lightened all round
Lightened doors, bonnet and tailgate
Fibre glass roof vent
Engine:
Standard 1000cc twin cam 16 valve
Custom made induction with Pipercross air filter
Custom built and fitted exhaust system by Sportex
Uprated engine mounts
Part uprated Nismo bushes
Transmission:
Standard 5 speed gearbox
Uprated Nismo gearbox mounts
Helix paddle clutch and uprated release bearing and plate
Brakes:
Standard front brake system
Mintex 1144 competition pads
Standard drums
Quick release hand brake
Rear bias valve
Suspension:
Front: BG coilovers with 160lb springs and adjustable camber setting top mounts
OMP adjustable strut brace
Rear: BG struts with height adjustle platforms
Adjustable panhard rod (sealed closed to satisfy F1000 regulations)
Safety:
TRS 5 point harnesses
Motordrive Pro Kevlar made to measure seats
Lifeline plumbed in extinguisher system and hand held
General:
Kevlar underbody and sill protectors. Aluminium sump guard (Kevlar for tarmac events)
Brake and fuel lines run inside the car
Heated windscreen
Battery relocated behind driver (improve centre of gravity)
Stak oil pressure and voltmeter gauges
Peltor FMT 120 intercom system
PIAA lightweight horns
Map light (night stages)
Twin spot lamp pod with PIAA dual beam lamps (night stages)
PLEASE NOTE: There are various “tweaks” on the car that at this stage we are not prepared to reveal. These are all allowable within the Championship rules and give us a little competitive edge over various other competitors. All have been “brought” onto the car following development. Some are visible, some not so, but all will be shown to scrutineers if requested. We have nothing to hide but we do not wish to reveal these “tweaks” to other competitors for obvious reasons.

Just had a cancellation for Thursday so I have slots available for tinting or remapping inbox me for a free quote
01/11/2016

Just had a cancellation for Thursday so I have slots available for tinting or remapping inbox me for a free quote

23/03/2015

We are so pleased that we have now got over 300 likes so thank you all.
Hopefully we shall have news of our next event.

19/07/2013

Following a disastrous Keith Frecker Memorial Rally where we broke a driveshaft on the penultimate stage whilst leading the class by some 27 seconds, we are now having a break. We are checking the engine bay to make sure that the engine is sat level to prevent any more broken shafts. The next event may be Promenade Stages Rally, New Brighton, and definitely the Heroes Rally, Weeton and the Patriot Stages, Caerwent all in September. At The Patriot Stages we wont just be a battle for a class win, it will also be a battle for honour...... all will be revealed in time!

20/05/2013

Entry now in for the Keith Frecker Memorial Rally at Weeton. Looking forward to neing back in the car again. Will be 4 months since our last outing on the North West Stages, far too long ago!

18/03/2013

Unfortunately we won't be competing on this Sundays SMC Stages event at Weeton. Darren has had to withdraw on doctors orders. Danny is hoping to still do the event in his dads MK1 Es**rt. We hope to be out again soon in the trusty Micra and will update you which event it will be.

27/02/2013

Things are going to a little different at the Roskirk Stages, Three Sisters this Sunday- Danny is taking to the co- drivers seat in an F1000 Micra, whilst Darren is co-driving for Steve Brown in his 1300 Micra, testing ahead of next weeks Tour of Epynt.

22/02/2013

Motors tv northwest stages keep your eyes peeled we may be on it

10/02/2013

An honourable mention as thank you is deserved to Rachel Clark and Marcus Tinsley. After the organisers hadn't checked the results it was assumed that they had won the class and announced them winners of class A. Marcus and Rachel came over to us at the awards ceremony and handed us a bottle of the chateau North West Stages champagne. A thoroughly decent gesture and hats off to you guys.

Class A winning car she made it  even tho times where tuff
10/02/2013

Class A winning car she made it even tho times where tuff

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10/02/2013

Tired but still smiling after a fantastic class win and 26th overall on the 2013 North West Stages. The car developed a nasty misfire that had the car sounding like a WRC car after Weeton 2 and wouldn't idle without cutting out. We had clutch issues on and off throughout Saturday and a bonnet pin that decided to remove itself. We cable tied the corner of the bonnet down, and because of that didn't have enough time to undo it all, adjust the clutch and get back on the road in remote service so the last 3 stages were completed with virtually no clutch! We kept it quiet, but our number 69 has previously been unlucky! In 2010, on the North West stages we were 69 and this resulted in engine failure. Again 69 on the 2012 Promenade Stages in the Micra resulted in engine failure, but not this event!! We were proud of the support we received on the event. Plenty of marshals were cheering us on especially at Weeton, it really made us feel good. Big thanks to Peter Brown and Darren Brown for their great work keeping us going, Gareth Preston and Vicki Glover from GRP Television for the camera work.

07/02/2013

Car now all ready for the North West Stages tomorrow. Just needs a clean. Good luck to all you guys who are out there competing and a big thanks in advance to all of you who are marshalling.

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