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Script/Outline
00:00-00:08
Copyright notice and identia - audio of engines from silent increases in
volume
00:08-0:15
Fade from black to video of cars on a race grid, from the rear. Audio of
cars moving away… fade to black image - audio remains
00:15-00:18
Scroll from bottom to center: “Formula Vee Roadracing” - fade to black
00:17-00:25
Flash to screen to cars racing - audio of engines - scene 1
00:25-00:33
Flash screen to cars racing - audio of engines - scene 2
00:33-00:41
Flash screen to cars racing - audio of engines - scene 3 - snap black
00:41-00:44
Scroll from left to center: “Close Competition”
00:44-00:50
Flash screen to active people shot - audio conversation mixed with engine
noises - scene 1
00:40-00:56
Flash screen to active people shot - audio conversation mixed with engine
noises - scene 2
00:56-01:02
Flash screen to active people shot - audio conversation mixed with engine
noises - scene 2 / snap black
01:02-01:03
Scroll from top to center: “Close Competitors”
01:03-01:11
Flash screen to distant historic race video - audio of engines - scene 1
01:11-01:19
Flash screen to recent historic race video - audio of engines - scene 2
01:19-01:27
Flash screen to modern race video - audio of engines - scene 3 / snap black
01:27-01:30
Scroll from left to center: “45 Years of Continuous Action”
01:30-01:50
Flash screen to walk around of a modern, pretty car - audio drum rhythm
background
Snap 1s each through 10 still images of car details + 10s video images of
grid of cars showing variety
01:50-01:53
Scroll from bottom to center: “Affordable and Accessible”
01:53-01:58
Flash to racing video scene 1 - engine audio
01:58-02:00
Flash to centered “THIS” - audio silent
02:00-02:05
Flash to racing video scene 2 - engine audio
02:05-02:07
Flash to centered “IS” -audio silent
02:07-02:12
Flash to racing video scene 3 - engine audio
02:12-02:17
Flash to centered “FORMULA VEE” / fade to black - audio silent
02:17-02:20
Fade to centered “The content of this presentation is the collective product
of the Formula Vee Community” - fade to black - audio of engine revving up
and down
02:20-02:23
Fade to centered “We hope you join us!”
02:23-00:26
Still image of an exemplary vintage car - audio narrative: “Founded 45 years
ago, on the principles of providing competitive, affordable road racing…”
02:26-02:29
Still image of an exemplary modern car - audio narrative: “…Formula Vee
today continues to deliver tight racing in an accessible and affordable
package….”
02:29-02:32
Still image of people enjoying themselves with FV car visible: “…surrounded
by racers bound by a shared spirit of community that is unprecedented in
motor sports.”
02:32-02:34
Fade to black, centered text “What brought you to Formula Vee?”
02:34-02:42
Audio and video interview 1 - comment
02:42-02:50
Audio and video interview 2 - comment
02:50-02:58
Audio and video interview 3 - comment
02:58-03:06
Audio and video interview 4 - comment
03:06-3:10
Video of gathering of FV drivers - audio narrative “Unlike many modern
stepping stone classes, Formula Vee has become a destination class for
many.”
03:10-03:14
Video of cars racing scene 1 - audio narrative “The racing is competitive
and exciting….”
03:14-03:18
Video of cars racing scene 2 from the back of the pack - audio narrative
“….whether you are new and learning the ropes…”
03:18-03:22
Video of cars racing scene 3 from the middle of a pack - audio narrative
“…in the middle of the action, racing wheel to wheel, corner to corner….”
03:22-03:26
Video of cars racing scene 4 from the front of a pack - audio narrative “…or
a seasoned and experienced racer at the top of your game…”
03:26-03:30
Flash to video of racing scene 5 - audio narrative “Formula Vee is a proven
class, that has consistently delivered exciting and accessible racing.”
03:30-09:00
Series of video clips, 5:30 total, 30s+/- each scene - audio music over
engine sounds in background. Fade to black
09:00-09:02
Fade to black, centered text “How long have you been racing Formula Vee?”
09:02-09:10
Audio and video interview 1 - comment - overlay video of racing
09:10-09:18
Audio and video interview 2 - comment - overlay video of racing
09:18-09:26
Audio and video interview 3 - comment - overlay video of racing
09:26-09:34
Audio and video interview 4 - comment - overlay video of racing
09:34-09:36
Fade to black, centered text “What sets Formula Vee apart from other classes
for you?”
09:36-09:44
Audio and video interview 1 - comment - overlay video to illustrate comment
09:44-09:52
Audio and video interview 2 - comment - overlay video to illustrate comment
09:52-10:00
Audio and video interview 3 - comment - overlay video to illustrate comment
10:00-10:08
Audio and video interview 4 - comment - overlay video to illustrate comment
- fade to black
10:09-10:11
Fade to center “The people of Formula Vee”
10:11-14:00
Video mix of people stills and video - narrative “The people you meet and
race with in Formula Vee are as unique as the cars they drive. The spirit of
cooperation and camaraderie is well known as a long standing tradition in
the class.” - audio music over remaining images and video clips.
14:00-14:02:
Fade to center “The Hardware”
14:02-24:00
Image of a car alone - video and audio of narrator walking through the car as follows:
“This is a typical Formula Vee. As you can see, it looks the part of a formula race car, with its open wheels and cigar shaped body. Formula cars have been around for more than 50 years.
(pause)What sets Formula Vee apart is its being based on the use of stock components from this car.."Hold up mounted photo of a Beetle
“Yes, the Volkswagon Beetle. When this class was formed in 1963… The intent was to keep its costs as low as possible, by using affordable and dependable components from a production automobile. The Volkswagon Beetle was chosen for two reasons - first, it is made from lightweight, strong, inexpensive components; Second, the formula was created by a Florida Volkswagon dealer who was also an SCCA road racer. Little did he know that the formula would enjoy 45 years of success, delivering the same value, through several generations. Its future looks just as strong.”
Pointing to a tire “One of the most distinctive visible clues of a Formula Vee are its tires. These are a product of the use of stock V.W. steel rims. Don’t let their narrow profile fool you, these tires are constructed specifically for Formula Vee racing, and capable of producing very high levels of grip, while their width enhances aerodynamic efficiency.”
Remove the nose of the car to reveal the front end. “Another major component taken from the original car is the front suspension. This is essentially taken from the donor car in tact, and slightly modified to accommodate the race cars light weight, and to increase roll resistance.”
Point to steering box: “This steering box is another component taken from the donor car.”
Point to brakes at front: “Stopping power is provided by stock Volkswagon drum brakes. Since the racecar weighs a tad over a thousand pounds, less than half the original cars mass, effective braking is very good and well matched to the tires used. More importantly, this continues the theme of using strong, readily accessible stock components. Replacement parts can still be picked up at most local parts stores.”
Remove engine cowl: “At this end, we have the remaining major components taken from the donor car, the engine and transmission. A simple conversion within the transmission from the original rear engine location to mid engine mount creates a car with excellent balance. The 1200 CC engine utilizes stock components, with fine tuning for race use, bringing power from the original 40 horsepower to around 60 horsepower, with improved dependability when operated at racing engine speeds. That 60 horsepower, combined with the cars very light weight, creates a power to weight ratio similar to the approach taken by most European race-car builders, favoring small engines in lightweight racecars….
The use of dependable stock components, and technical rules stability means that many race engines and transmissions have been in service for decades, with regular service and rebuilding. This keeps expenses of continued operation low, and resale values high.”
Point to rear suspension. “This is a unique suspension system, designed to produce maximum rear wheel traction, with the lightest weight possible. A simple mono shock with adjustments for damping and ride height are all that is needed, and makes tuning for race conditions very easy.”
Move to driver compartment: “In the driver’s seat, it’s all business. There is nothing here that is not necessary to racing, the fit is close to keep the driver securely in place, and the position is laid back to distribute weight. There is one adjustment for brake bias, and that’s about it. A fire system and safety fuel cell protect the driver in an accident, as does a full roll bar system.”
Remove the main body: “Under the main body, these cars are as simple as they get. There is very little torsion stress on the chassis due to the design of the rear suspension, so the chassis can be very simple and lightweight. Side protection for the driver is provided by a combination of chassis design and several layers of Kevlar used in the construction of the body."
Standing in front of the car with the bodywork aside: “As you can see, these are not intimidating cars mechanically. Virtually all regular maintenance can be accomplished with common hand tools, while specialists are established to help with the more technical work. This class has been active continuously for 45 years, which means that supplies and assistance is well established and widely available.”
Body on the car, complete: “Very simple and founded on affordable components, Formula Vee has proven itself to be an ideal class for a wide range of racers, and the foundation for highly competitive racing… but, to find this out, you need to come out and race one for yourself!” Fade to black
24:00-30:00
Fade from black to 6 minutes of video and still clips of racing, rock music
background, 10 minutes.
30:00-32:00
Fade to black - “A lap at [TRACK TBD]”
Fade to in-car lap video - 2 minutes car 1
32:00-34:00
Fade to black - “A lap at [TRACK TBD]”
Fade to in-car lap video - 2 minutes car 2
34:00-36:00
Fade to black - “A lap at [TRACK TBD]”
Fade to in-car lap video - 2 minutes car 3
36:00-38:00
Fade to black - “A lap at [TRACK TBD]”
Fade to in-car lap video - 2 minutes car 4
38:00-40:00
Fade to black - “A lap at [TRACK TBD]”
Fade to in-car lap video - 2 minutes car 5
40:00-40:02
Fade to black, centered text “What advice would you offer anyone considering
getting into Formula Vee?”
40:02-40:10
Audio and video interview 1 - comment - video backup to comments
40:10-40:18
Audio and video interview 2 - comment - video backup to comments
40:18-40:20
Audio and video interview 3 - comment - video backup to comments
40:20-40:22
Audio and video interview 4 - comment - video backup to comments
40:22-40:24
Fade to black, centered text “Sources for more information”
40:22-40:33
Small video in upper right corner, racing and people, audio music and engine
noises.
Black screen surround with titles at upper left, and sources at lower
center, 4 seconds hold per source.
40:33-40:35
Fade to black - centered on screen “See you at the track!”
Fade to black
40:35-41:00
Credits scrolling from bottom to top - 10 second cycle time, for image
contributors, editors, funds contributors, suppliers and special thanks,
etc…
41:00 End
42:00-TBD (Optional content)
Extras:
“Formula Vee Vintage Racing” content by others, 5-10 minutes including credits
“Formula Vee Solo Racing” content by others, 5-10 minutes including credits
“Formula First” content by others, 5-10 minutes including credits