2010 JCNA JUDGE'S CONCOURS RULE BOOK TEST

This is an open book test based on the March 2009 Edition of the JCNA Rule Book. It is intended to expose Judges and prospective Judges to important portions of the Rule Book content. Paragraph and page references for the answers are provided.

Click the ONE best correct answer for each question. The year number (e.g. 2007) after the question indicates the year the question first appeared in a Judges' Test.

You can take the test as many times as you like. The important thing is that you understand JCNA Judging Practices rather than getting all the questions correct. All scores 70 or better are passing.

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Test Version: June 28, 2009

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JCNA Club Name:	Virginia Jaguar Club (VJC)

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1. What is the foremost purpose of the JCNA Concours? 2006 a)     To criticize all cars until all but the last Entry leaves; it is then awarded 'Best in Show' b)     To encourage the Owners of Jaguars to preserve, maintain, and present their Jaguars in as clean and authentic a condition as possible c)     To keep as many grown men and women off the City's Streets as possible d)     All of the above are correct Ch I, Page 1, A.1

2. What can be correctly said of horns and lights regarding a Special Division, Class S2 Entry? 2006 a)     Horns and lights must be present b)     If horns and lights are present they must operate c)     Horns and lights need not be present d)     Only b & c are correct Ch II, Page 1, A.5.b

3. Which of the following statements are correct? 2008 a)     Trailering to the Concours site is allowed for all divisions b)     Champion Division Entries may be trailered directly to their assigned parking positions and be offloaded c)     The Chief Judge or his designees must confirm that all Entries are driven, under their own power, to their assigned parking positions in the judging area d)     Entries failing operation (under rule c above) are ineligible for the day's Concours competition and shall not be judged e)     a, c & d are correct Ch II, Page 1, A.6

4. Driven Division Entries may be towed or trailered to a JCNA Concours if: 2009 a)     The Entry does not meet local safety or emmissions regulations b)     The Entry is not in running condition c)     The Entry is older than the Entrant d)     The Entry consumes more oil and/or coolant than fuel e)     The tow vehicle is more comfortable than the entry f)     The Entry is at least 35 years old Ch II, Page 5, 3A.b

5. Which of the following is true, regarding tires in Driven Division? 2006 a)     There is nothing different between Driven and Champion Divisions regarding tires b)     Any type or profile tires, of original inside diameter, are acceptable c)     Road tires must be of matching size, type, and make/brand d)     Only b & c are correct Ch II, Page 5, A.1.a 2008 JCNA Concours Rule Book Test . Page 2 of 9

6. Driven Division Entries are allowed certain authenticity exceptions without penalty including: 2009 a)     Radar Detectors b)     Mud Flaps c)     Bolt-on Wire Wheels d)     Custom Paint e)     Luggage Racks f)     Chrome Wheel Arches g)     Spoliers h)     Trunk Mounted subwoofers Ch II, Page 5, A.1

7. To be eligible for Class S2, each Entrant must present the Chief Judge which of the following: 2008 a)     Fifth of Scotch b)     Documented race history for the Entry c)     Proof that the Entry meets and has passed the existing track and safety requirements of a currently recognized road-race sanctioning body, such as FIA, SCCA, etc. d)     All of the above e)     Either b or c (or both) Ch II, Page 7, B, Note 2

8. Entries in Special Division Class S3, Modified, are required to have a minimum of 35 points of non-authentic. Which of the following items qualify as non-authentic to meet the minimum requirements to enter that class? 2005 a)     Original painted wheels that have been chrome plated b)     Competition exhaust headers and Weber carburetors c)     Bolt-on wire wheels d)     Disc brakes in place of the original drum-type brakes e)     Both b & c are correct Ch II, Page 7, Note 3.b

9. What is the minimum number of Certified Judges required for any JCNA judging team? 2007 a)     All must be certified b)     At least half c)     At least one Ch III, Page 6, F.1

10. Which of the following statements are true for Judging Teams? 2007 a)     Judging Teams should be assigned according to their expertise, but when there is no clear expert, more than one Judge may be assigned to the same area b)     Apprentice Judges are included in the number of Judges required per Judging Team c)     More than one Judge may not be assigned to the same area, except when an Apprentice Judge is assigned to the Judging Team Chapter III, Page 7, F.2

11. Can a Judge change the area he judges from one vehicle to the next within the class his team is judging? 2007 a)     Yes, if he does not like the vehicle owner b)     No, he must judge same area for each vehicle in that class c)     Yes, only if the Judging Team Leader assists in that judging area d)     Yes, if someone has more experience with a specific model year Ch. Ill, Pages 6&7, F.2

12. Who assigns the Team Leader on each Judging Team? 2007 a)     Chief Judge b)     Automatic according to age; position given to oldest member of team c)     By popular vote of team d)     Event Chairman Ch. III, Page 7, F.3

13. What is the responsibility of the Judging Team Leader? 2007 a)     Introduce themselves to entrant b)     Ensure that team scoring sheets are properly completed with all information c)     Verify that cleanliness and condition deductions are appropriate d)     All of the above are correct Ch. III, Page 7, F.3

14. Dedicated Operation Verification (OV) Teams are not allowed to make non-authenticity deductions and must refer those types of discrepancies to the Primary Judging Team. For which of the following discrepancies may the OV team make deductions? a)     Neither the high nor low beam filaments work in one headlamp b)     When the headlights are turned on, they work but it is obvious that the original lamps have been replaced with 'Ultra-Xenon Diamond Blue' bulbs, or something similar c)     When the horns are operated, only one horn works d)     When the horns are operated, both horns work, but both sound the same note e)     Only a & c are correct Ch.III, Page 9, G.1.b

15. During Operation Verification (OV) an Entry is found to have an inoperative light or a system of lights. The Entrant is allowed: 2005 a)     15 minutes to attempt to correct the malfunction b)     To seek assistance from a member of the Judging or OV Team to fix the problem, while judging of the_class is still in progress c)     15 minutes to drive the car to and from the nearest service station to purchase a new bulb or component d)     To obtain help from anyone, except as in b) above e)     Only a & d are correct Ch. III., Page 9, G.2

16. All of the following statements regarding score sheets are correct except: 2009 a)     Examine the sheets before judging begins to determine that all information is accurate b)     Cross out non-judged sections c)     Fill in all the blanks (including a line-through or slash where no deduction if made) d)     To minimize errors, place a dash line in front of decimal points e)     The Lead Judge should total and recheck scores before submitting sheets to the Scoring Committee Ch III, Page 12, J.3-9

17. When judging cleanliness and condition how should the Judge indicate the locations of any discrepancies? 2005 a)     Make a note on the back of the score sheet b)     Tell the Entrant he will meet with him or her at the end of the concours c)     Write a note in the margin of the score sheet d)     List the score sheet line number associated with the discrepancy in the space provided on the score sheet and write a brief description of the discrepancy and its location Ch. III, Page13, J.13

18. Should Judges discuss cleanliness and condition deductions with Entrant? 2007 a)     Yes, so Entrant will do better next time b)     Yes, to show Judges toughness c)     Yes, because no one likes a dirty Jaguar d)     No, unnecessary discussions regarding cleanliness and condition can lead to unpleasant disagreements Ch. III, Page 13, J.14

19. In response to being informed by a Judge that a feature or item appears to be non authentic, The Entrant is allowed the opportunity to present documentation proving authenticity. Accepted proof sources include: 2009 a)     Enthusiast magazines b)     Parts supplier brochures c)     Opinion of other JCNA members d)     Restoration Guides e)     Photos of similar models f)     Jaguar Parts Books, official Jaguar Cars sales literature and JCNA-approved Judging Guides Ch IV, page 3, C.5.; Ch VI, Page 1, A.4 and Appendix C, Tables C-1 and C-2

20. In order for JCNA Concours score to be meaningful, Judges throughout North America must: 2006 a)     Assure that all Entries with red paint receive the same scores b)     Check that all Judges are properly dressed c)     Attend a Judges' School every year d)     Judge each entry on the basis of the recognized JCNA standard Ch V, Page 1, A.1

21. The ultimate goal of JCNA Concours judging is to: 2009 a)     Maximize Concours participation b)     Minimize complaints and protests c)     Satisfy as many Entrants as possible d)     Complete all judging within time allotted on judging schedule e)     Achieve a level of standardization such that any given Entry, judged by any JCNA Affliate in North America would receive an identical score Ch V, Page 1, A.1

22. Regarding 'en route damage,' who can make a Judging exception? 2006 a)     The Concours Chairperson and the Insurance Adjuster b)     The Exterior, Interior, Boot, or Engine Judge in consultation with the Chief Judge c)     No one d)     The Chief Judge in Consultation with the JCNA Chief Judge and the Concours Chair Ch V, Page 1, A.1 4th paragraph

23. Authenticity is determined by judging individual components for: 2008 a)     Original materials or authentic replacement materials b)     Correct fasteners ( e.g. bolts, screws, latches, etc.) of the correct size and type c)     Correct patterns, shapes, fit and positioning d)     Correct colors, finishes and plating e)     Correct applicability to the model f)     All of the above are correct Ch. V, Page 1, A.3.a

24. Regarding Replacement Parts: 2006 a)     'Almost correct' items may be the best that can currently be obtained; therefore no deduction should be assessed b)     'Almost correct' items are non-authentic c)     While not part of the official JCNA rules, it is recommended that items advertised as 'Concours correct,' but properly judged to be 'non-authentic,' should be returned to the vendor with a strong suggestion that both the product and the advertising claim be corrected. d)     Only b & (unofficially) c are correct Ch V, Page 1, A.3.b

25. What is the rule governing application of decals, labels and dash plaques? 2007 a)     All legally required decal labels and permits issued by local authorities, place of work or residence may be neatly affixed to glass or bumper without deduction b)     A maximum of two window or bumper decals maybe displayed as to JCNA, its affiliates, or organizations, promoting, automobile preservation, exhibition or restoration c)     Dash plaques commemorating JCNA or affiliates, motor events are allowed in Driven Division and Special Division only and so long as neatly affixed to dash or console d)     All of the above are correct Ch. V, Pages 1&2, A.3.c 2008 JCNA Concours Rule Book Test . Page 6 of 9

26. Which of the following are judged during operational verification? 2008 a)     Backup lights, brake lights and dome light b)     Driving lights, emissions and fog lights c)     Headlights, horns and parking brake d)     Parking, tail, side and license plate lights and turn signals Ch. V, Pages 3-4, B.1-8

27. When judging paint, which of the following should not receive a deduction? 2008 a)     Blisters, checking, crazing and dents b)     Nicks, orange peel, overspray and ripples c)     Runs, sags, scratches and stone chips d)     Wrong color e)     Wrong type Ch. V, Page 5, C.2.a

28. Which of the following cars receives a non-authentic deduction for a bonnet-mounted leaper? 2008 a)     XK 140 b)     E-type series III c)     XJ6 series I d)     XJS e)     All of the above f)     a, b & d Ch. V, Page 6, 4.B

29. Tire judging should include: 2006 a)     The use of Appendix B, The Entrant's Owner's Manual, or the Entry's Tire Data Plate b)     Deductions for weather checking, excessive tread wear, and blemishes c)     The Exterior Judge verifies that all road tires are of matching brand, type, and profile d)     No deduction for an Entrant's choice of black or white sidewalls provided they are in keeping with the vintage of the Jaguar e)     Judging of valve caps to assure they are appropriate for the vintage f)     All of the above Ch V, Page 8, C.9

30. What is current rule governing the application of redline sidewall tires on Jaguar motor cars? 2007 a)     Equally acceptable together with black and white sidewall tires b)     Appropriate only on vehicles produced in the 1960's and 1970's c)     Considered non-authentic on all models d)     Considered non-authentic in Champion Division only Ch. V, Page 8, C.9.c

31. What is current rule on selection of license plate frames? 2009 a)     Only those advertising current or past Jaguar dealers, JCNA or affiliates are acceptable b)     Judging criteria are identical in Champion and Driven divisions c)     A plain license plate frame of any material is allowed d)     Only those that illuminate are allowed e)     b & c are correct Ch. V, Page 8, C.11 2008 JCNA Concours Rule Book Test . Page 7 of 9

32. What is the current rule on protective covers on license plates? 2007 a)     Anything covering license plates is non-authentic b)     Allowed only if properly tinted to deflect photo-radar detection c)     Allowed if covers can withstand 5mph impact d)     Clear plastic or glass plate covers are allowed but will still be judged for cleanliness and condition Ch. V, Page 8-9, C.11

33. What can be said about judging Owners Manuals? 2006 a)     They should be judged for authenticity, condition, and cleanliness b)     The vinyl and plastic stowage pouches on some models can become very brittle with age c)     The Judge should not handle the manual d)     If the manual is in a pouch, and its cover cannot be clearly seen, the Entrant should be asked to remove it for judging e)     Additional paperwork, if displayed, is not judged f)     All the above are correct Ch V, Page 14. E.2.e

34. Which of the following information correctly relates to the Jaguar Cars Ltd. engine compartment Data Plate? a)     It's exclusive to each Entry b)     It lists the original Chassis, Body, Engine, and Gear Box serial numbers c)     Judges should not assess condition deductions for the original data provided it retains its original shape and all the stamped numbers are legible d)     All of the above are correct Ch V, Page 18, F.6

35. The purpose of Chapter VI is: 2006 a)     To suggest deductions for non-authenticity that the Judge may or may not assess b)     To standardize cleanliness deductions c)     To promote standardization within the JCNA Concours program d)     To provide lists of mandatory deductions for non-authentic items found during the judging process e)     Only c & d are correct Ch VI, Page 1, A.1 requirements and that equipment was not originally offered by Jaguar Cars Ltd: 2005

36. Without exception, replacement parts, regardless of the manufacturer, are considered authentic only if they meet the exact specifications and appearance of the original item or material 2009 a)     True b)     False Ch VI, Page 3, A.6

37. Smoothing and bright polishing of originally unplated, uncoated or unpainted metal components (such as early aluminum cam covers and manifolds) is allowed. 2008 a)     True b)     False Ch. VI, Page 4, B.4 2008

38. An Entry is sporting a clear bra. The Judge should: 2008 a)     Try to ignore it b)     Ask the Entrant to remove it c)     Request that a blanket or car cover be discreetly positioned following judging d)     Take the appropriate non-authenticity deduction for a film applique. VI, Page 7, F, item 36

39. Which of the following statements are true regarding protective side moldings? 2008 a)     All are considered non-authentic b)     Any on pre-1977 models are non-authentic c)     They were offered by dealers in North America beginning in September 1977 for the XJ6/12 and XJS. d)     U.S. and Canadian cars can have different versions e)     b, c & d are correct Ch. VI, Page 9, F, note l

40. Which of the following statements are false regarding sunroofs? 2008 a)     Only sliding metal versions are correct b)     'Webasto-type' vinyl sunroofs were offered for the MK2, 3.8S, E-type, 420 and MK10/420G c)     Early XJSs were available with an optional T-top installed by Hess and Eisenhardt d)     Research on sunroof authenticity is continuing e)     a, b & c f)     a & c Ch. VI, Page 9, F, note m

In the following questions, determine how many points do you deduct for each situation and type them into the box(es) provided (unless otherwise stated, assume Champion Division) Please type all point values with a decimal point!! Example: 14 is entered as 14.0 and 2/10ths is entered as 0.2 To fill in the correct point value deductions, please see Ch. VI, Judges' Guide for how to score and deduct for Non-Authenticity and Score Sheet #1 Operation Verification!

41. Custom Pin striping on bonnet, boot and all wings and doors on an XJ6 Saloon. Ch VI, Page 7, F.34 2008

42. A Champion Division Entry's 4 exterior wheels are determined to be the wrong size or type. points. each, for a maximum of points. Ch VI, Page 8, F.59 2006

43. The same Entry's spare wheel is determined to be the wrong size or type; in consultation with the Exterior Judge it's found to match the exterior wheels; it should be given a deduction of Ch VI, Page 14, H.18 and Page 15, Note c. 2006

44. As the result of the Boot Judge's spare wheel finding, does the Exterior Judge change the deduction for item 43? (Previous question?     Yes     No Ch V, Page 7, C.7. and Ch V, Page 13, E.3. 2006

45. An Entry is missing all 4 standard factory floor mats Ch VI, Page 11, G.10 2008

46. Two dash plaques in a Champion Division Entry Ch VI, Page 11, G.13 and Ch V, Page 2 A.1.c 2008

47. A 1964 E-type Champion Division Entry has the wrong cam covers and distributor. Deduct a total of Ch VI, Page 16, I.14 and I.28 2008

48. An engine compartment with 15 wrong hose clamps. (each) for a maximum of Ch VI, Page 17, I.45 and Page 18 Note, e. 2006

49. A car has two headlights; one works on high and low beam, the other does not work. Score Sheet #1, Operation Verification 2008

50. A car has 4 turn signal lamps - none of them work. Score Sheet #1, Operation Verification 2005