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June 8-9, 2024

Ignite Shootout at the Quincy Grand Prix

The Ignite Shootout at the Quincy Grand Prix combines two great programs into one venue. It is a must-race on the calendar for Ignite competitors around the country because of its unique track layout and the thousands of fans that come out to show their support. Check this race off your bucket list and click the button below to register your race entry now.

Event Information

Event Info

Date: June 8-9, 2024

Location: Quincy, IL

Venue: Quincy South Park

Promoter: Quincy GP / Jeff Scott

Website: http://www.quincygrandprix.com

Kart Info

Clutch: Hilliard Flame only

Suggested Gearing: 19t*/61t

*-19t is mandatory (#35 chain)

Tires: Hoosier R80 (new tires are not mandatory)

Rain Tires: Hoosier WET (new tires are not mandatory)

Spec Fuel: 87 octane, Hy-Vee at 1400 Harrison St. Quincy, IL 62301

*See Ignite technical rulebook here for full Ignite ruleset.

Ignite Classes

Ignite Senior

Age: 15+ years old

Chassis: Ignite K3

Weight: 360lbs

Tires: 4.5/7.1 Hoosier R80

Slide: Black, stock

Ignite Masters

Age: 35+ years old

Chassis: Ignite K3

Weight: 370lbs

Tires: 4.5/7.1 Hoosier R80

Slide: Black, stock

Ignite Heavy

Age: 15+ years old

Chassis: Ignite K3

Weight: 400lbs

Tires: 4.5/7.1 Hoosier R80

Slide: Black, stock

Ignite Legends

Age: 50+ years old

Chassis: Ignite K3

Weight: 380lbs

Tires: 4.5/7.1 Hoosier R80

Slide: Black, stock

Supplemental Event Rules

  • The spec Hilliard Flame clutch with 19t, #35 sprocket is required
  • Eligibility is open to all competitors, including previous Daytona, Brickyard, RIGP, Ignite Series and WKA winners
  • Event will be run rain or shine, spec TruSpeed 130mm DSM/180mm wheels will be used in the event of rain (Margay #771311 and #771710). The Hoosier WET 4.5/6.0 compound is the spec rain tire.
  • New Hoosier R80 tires are not required at any point during the weekend.  The tires you qualify on will be the tires you are required to use for the rest of that days competition.
  • Spec fuel for this event will be 87 octane (ethanol free) at the Hy-Vee station by the Park (intersection at 12th and Harrison)
  • *See Ignite technical rulebook here for full Ignite ruleset.

Event Schedule

*** Schedule subject to change prior to the events

Friday

1:00pm

Margay tent registration opens

5:00pm

Track walk with Rick Fulks

7:00pm

Margay tent closes

Saturday

7:00am

Margay tent opens

7:45

Mandatory drivers meeting

8:30am

Practice Session #1

9:20am

Practice Session #2

10:20am

Practice Session #3

12:45pm

Qualifying for Sunday

2:55pm

Saturday Sprints (random starting positions)

Sunday

8:00am

Mandatory drivers meeting

9:00am

Warm-up sessions

11:30am

Opening ceremonies

12:00pm

Championship races

4:00pm

Awards presentation

Hotel Informaiton

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Quality Inn – West Quincy

To book your room, please call the hotel directly at (217) 222-2666.

No Kart? No Problem!

ARRIVE & DRIVE

Experience this historic event without the hassle of preparing or maintaining your equipment with an Arrive & Drive Ignite package. Get on the track and let our experts take care of the mechanical side so you can focus on having fun!

Bring your own kart!

KART OWNERS

Own a kart, but want the support and dedication from the Margay Racing team? Sign up for a spot under the Margay tent with mechanical support, space, catered lunches and much more.