Australian Independent Dirt Kart Association

Engine Seal Fitting Video

Engine Seal Fitting Video

Sep 19, 2024

Please see the below video demonstrating the correct way to fit an engine seal. Engine sealDownload As you will see in the demonstration, when threading the wire through the locking mechanism, it is important NOT to pull the seal tight (like you would a cable tie). You should be able to put a finger through the middle of the seal gap. The seal should be relatively loose fitting with 10 -15mm of cable left after trimming the excess.  If you have any questions or are unsure how to correctly fit a seal, please speak to one of the AIDKA Scrutineers or a member of the AIDKA Technical Committee at the event you are attending.  Information can also be found in Appendix F of the AIDKA Rule...

AIDKA Dirt from the Desk Edition 1

AIDKA Dirt from the Desk Edition 1

Sep 19, 2024

Hot off the Press…. AIDKA Dirt from the Desk Edition 1. AIDKA Dirt from the Desk_Edition...

2024 WA Dirt Kart Title Nominations Open!

2024 WA Dirt Kart Title Nominations Open!

Aug 27, 2024

Nominations for the 2024 West Australian Dirt Kart Title hosted by Dirt Trackers Kart Club are NOW OPEN!! Each competitive class will be capped at 40 nominations Nominations close 9pm (AWST) on Wednesday 9th October 2024 (or once a class reaches maximum capacity.) Remember no late nominations will be accepted. Please see the Prospectus for all the event information. DTKC WA STATE TITLE PROSPECTUS v.Final2Download To nominate go to the Race Calendar on your AIDKA App or via the following link  https://app.aidka.com.au/dk/#/calendar Please familiarise yourself with Appendix A of the 2024 AIDKA Rule Book, including the eligibility criteria. Remember it is your responsibility to provide proof of eligibility at the time of nominating. Nominations that do not meet the qualification requirements or supply the correct information will result in the nomination being withheld until the information is received, and your place in the event will not be held. If qualification is not met/proven by the close of nominations for this event OR the class reaches capacity, a refund will be issued as per Appendix A Rule 2 Refund Policy. The presentations are a ticketed event, you MUST have purchased a dinner ticket in order to attend the presentations. Dinner tickets are to be purchased via the AIDKA App. See you...

AIDKA Official Statement

AIDKA Official Statement

Aug 20, 2024

The Australian Independent Dirt Kart Association (AIDKA) is aware of an incident that occurred at Loxton Kart Club on Sunday. AIDKA, on behalf of all AIDKA members, would like to pass on our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Loxton Kart Club member, Tony Hucks. We would also like to thank all those who provided assistance at the track, and we extend our sincere support to the participants, their families, volunteers, officials and all those affected. In the meantime, we respectfully ask that people respect the privacy of the Family, Officials, Volunteers and Members of Loxton Kart Club. During this difficult time, we encourage anyone struggling with grief to lean on the support of the racing family around them or to seek assistance through professional networks. Below a list of support services that deal with many types of support; grief, trauma and any other issues that comes with dealing with the incident like Sunday. Headspace Ph: 1800 650 890 or https://headspace.org.au/ Griefline – 1300 845 745 (8am-8pm) or https://griefline.org.au/ Lifeline – 13 11 14 or https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Focus One Health 8582 3823 (Berri) or https://focusonehealth.com.au/ SA Regional Access – 1300 032 186 or https://saregionalaccess.org.au/...

August 2024 Rule Changes

August 2024 Rule Changes

Aug 16, 2024

Please be advised that the Rule Changes discussed at the August 2024 Council Meeting (as well as posted on the AIDKA website) where successfully voted in by clubs. These rule changes have been implemented into the AIDKA Rule Book effective the 16th September 2024. The changes are as follows and are in green highlighted text in the 2024 AIDKA Rule Book (Version 16th September 2024): ** Rule 14.33 – (AIDKA Rule Change # 2024-25) ** Definition – (AIDKA Rule Change # 2024-27) ** Rule 14.15 – (AIDKA Rule Change # 2024-28) ** Rule 14.17 (New Rule) (AIDKA Rule Change # 2024-29) ** Rule 14.18 (AIDKA Rule Change # 2024-30) ** Rule 14.19 (AIDKA Rule Change # 2024-31) ** Rule 14.21 (AIDKA Rule Change # 2024-32) ** Rule 14.30 (AIDKA Rule Change # 2024-33) The updated Rule Book is available under the Rules/Rule Book Tab on the AIDKA Website and also in the App (Under...

2024 Australian Dirt Kart Title….Nominations Open

2024 Australian Dirt Kart Title….Nominations Open

Jul 24, 2024

Nominations for the most anticipated event on the AIDKA calendar…..the 2024 Australian Dirt Kart Title hosted by Lucindale Karting Club… are NOW OPEN!! The 2024 Australian Dirt Kart Title will be held from Friday 4th October to Sunday 6th October 2024. Please see the Prospectus for all the event information. Click the below link to view the prospectus. 2024 Aussie Titles Prospectus 2024 _FINALDownload Nominations close WEDNESDAY 4th SEPTEMBER 2024 AT 9PM (ACST). Remember no late nominations will be accepted. To nominate go to the Race Calendar on your AIDKA App or via the following link  https://app.aidka.com.au/dk/#/calendar Appendix A Rules 1 & 2 in the 2024 AIDKA Rulebook explains the qualification requirements to nominate for a Title. Please read these rules and ensure you fulfill the requirements PRIOR to nominating. To prove qualification please provide a copy of your Logbook. Depending on how much racing you have done in this year, you may need to supply the 2023 and 2024 logbooks to prove qualification. We need to see the Logbook page. Please don’t sent a copy of your digital license or a photo of the front cover of your logbook. We need to be able to see what meetings you have attended to be able to verify your qualification.  We look forward to seeing everyone trackside at Lucindale Karting Club for the running of the 2024 Australian Dirt Kart...