RULE BOOK

2009

(DRAFT)
SECTION I. RULES

GENERAL RACING RULES AND TRACK PROCEDURES

1. Admission into racing facility signifies acceptance of and compliance with all Will Rogers Raceway rules and regulations.

2. The promoter and/or race officials reserve the right to refuse entry onto the property or into the pit area for any reason.

3. Persons using and/or under the influence of alcohol or suspected of substance abuse will be expelled from the track and subject to disqualification or suspension.

4. All racing vehicles must have mufflers that keep their car at 100 decibels or lass at 50 feet from the racing surface.  If the muffler gets knocked off, falls off, or becomes loud during a race, you will be disqualified.

5. Everyone admitted to the pit area must stop at pit gate and sign a release before entering the pit area.  All persons admitted to the pit area of an event under the age of 18 must sign a minor’s release along with both parents.

6. Sign-in time begins 2 hours before the scheduled start of the event.  Driver’s sign-in shall close 30 minutes prior to the advertised start of the event.  Cars and or drivers arriving late will be put on the back of their heat race and must notify the pit board person.

7. No car will be refunded their entry fee after signing in

8. Tow cars with race cars attached, push cars, ambulances, officials’ cars will be permitted through the pit gate (others at promoters discretion only).  Any ATV in the pit area must be driven by a driver with a valid driver’s license.  All tolls and equipment must accompany the race car and/or tow car.

9. No persons except track workers and officials will be allowed in the infield while race is in progress.

10. Starting positions are determined by point average, with the highest point average starting on the back of heat races.  Drivers appearing for the first time in any division will be placed at the rear of his/her heat and feature races for that racing program.  Judgment of ability of drivers to compete will be made by track officials.  They can then assign him/her a position to the rear of events until such time that the driver’s skill allows him/her point average position.

11.  If a car does not pack the track a minimum of three laps that car will not be allowed to hot lap.

12. Cars may not scratch from the original line-up of any race to start in another race.  Every car that signs in will be placed in a feature unless scratched or disqualified for the night.  If a car scratches from the line-up cars will move straight up  No Criss-Cross.  This includes a first lap restart.

13. The car/driver combination entered for the race program can not change once the heat line=ups have been posted.

14. Race line-up will be posted on the pit board.  No delay between races will be tolerated.  Cars will be staged by line-up in the staging area.  Once the pack enters the track the gate will be closed.  Once the light is out no other cars will be allowed on the track.  Cars will stay in the line-up position and race will start upon completion of parade lap.  Any car who does not remain in the line-up position or cars who do not get in original line-up in staging will start on back.

15. From the start of a race to the checkered flag – the flagman controls the race.  Drivers watching off-track signals will not be tolerated.

16. The car on the pole shall set the pace as determined by the flagman’s signal for the start of the race.  No car will overtake or pass another car before the green flag is thrown; this also applies to restarts.  On restarts, after one lap or more has been completed, cars will go between cone and the wall.  There will be no passing of cars until you pass the cone.  If you hit the cone or pass a car, you will be put on the back at the next yellow or red.  In the case of no restarts – penalized 2 spots at the finish.  Second offense will result in disqualification.

17. Spins or tangles occurring on the first lap in any event will call for a complete restart.  Any car stopped on the track or those causing a restart will be put on the back.

18. If a race is stopped after the first lap is completed, the cars will be restarted in single file in the same position that they crossed the finish line during the last full green flag lap.  Any car stopped on the track will be put on the back.

19. When the yellow comes out, the lead car will immediately slow to parade speed.  Passing another car under yellow flag conditions will not be tolerated.  Non-compliance will cause cars to go to back of line-up.  Drivers refusing to cooperate with officials during line-up will be sent to rear.  Any car that stops on a yellow for any reason will be placed on the rear.  Exception:  You may stop to have an official check for car or driver safety.

20. If a car spins out by itself during a race causing a yellow flag, he/she can continue to race, but must start on back.  If a car spins out more than once the car is finished for that race.  However if he/she is touched by another car, he/she can continue.  In a spin involving more than one car, all cars get to restart but must start on rear.

21. If your car develops a problem, causing it to slow, move to the inside of the track toward the infield.

22. Drivers only may work on car in the infield only.  Never on track surface. 

23. All cars that require assistance due to a mishap that caused the yellow or red flag must go to the back of the pack on a restart if they are able to race.  On realignments after a yellow or red flag, if a car pulls out of line (except by track officials or safety) he/she goes to the back of the pack.

24. When a red flag/light appears, all cars must stop immediately.  Any car that passes the accident site will be disqualified.  Do not drive to a place on the track for your convenience.  You may not start or drive your car while the red light is on without instructions from track officials.

25. On a red flag, you can work on your car in the designated infield area only.  However you must be ready to go when the signal is given to restart.  Failure to be rolling when the lead car completes one yellow lap will disqualify you from that race.  Mechanics, etc will be allowed to enter the track on mechanics red only.  There will be no mechanics red except A Feature.  There will be no mechanics red first five or last five laps.

26. Cars that have left the racing surface and entered the infield may re-enter the track on straight always only.  Re-entering in corners will cause the car to be disqualified.  Cars must be on the racing surface when crossing the start/finish line to be scored for that lap.

27. The end of the event will be official when the lead car receives the checkered flag, regardless of how many laps the other cars have completed.  Spins or tangles by remaining cars after the checkered flag falls and able to finish the race will hold their positions and be scored in the order they cross the start/finish line.  Cars unable to restart will be scored by number of laps completed.

28. Any feature race shall be subject to being called at the track officials’ discretion. 

29. If you stop to argue with a track official  you will be disqualified.

30. All cars finishing in the top 10 must stop at the scales and weigh.  Crew members or spectators entering the weigh area and touching cars and/or driver will cause disqualification.  If you are light, the car and driver may pull to the side – untouched – and reweigh a second time.  Even if you are 1 pound light you will be disqualified.  It is your responsibility to check your cars to  Will Rogers Raceway scales.  Anyone finishing in the Top 10 and does not weigh will be disqualified for the night with a non-entry which means the race will not be used for your point average.

31. Cars moving to a higher feature will forfeit lesser feature points.

32. Prize money will be paid for A features only.  Jr Sprints and 250cc classes are trophies only.  Money can be picked up and must be signed for at line-up shack.  No money will be paid without a valid social security # on file.  Money must be picked up and will not be held over..

33. If the heat races are not completed due to weather, the program will be completed at designated time.

34. Any person sustaining injury while on the track facilities must report the injury to a track official no later than 15 minutes after the end of the racing program.  Any person entering a hospital with such an injury must advise Will Rogers Raceway of their intent before entering hospital.

35. Track officials’ reserve the right to inspect any part of a race car and/or fuel, for the purpose of determining legality, without protest fees.  This is done at owner’s expense.  All prize money is held until legality is determined.

ANY POINT NOT COVERED HEREIN SHALL BE DECIDED BY THE TRACK OFFICIALS.  THEIR DECISION SHALL BE FINAL

Section II. CAR SPECIFICATIONS

1. Appearance:  All cars should be painted.  Cars will be clean prior to heat races.  Any damage to a car will not cause disqualification but must be repaired prior to the next night’s racing.  The exception to this will be a car with damages deemed to be a safety issue by track officials.

2. Body: All cars must have complete bodies.  The intent of this rule is to eliminate any add-on panels of any type which could be considered an airfoil or sideboard.  The triangulated area behind the cage may be enclosed.  Side panels not to exceed triangulated area.  Panels to be flat with no more than 1” flap not to exceed 45 degrees. 

3. Brakes: Type optional.  No hand operated brakes allowed.  Brakes must be sufficient strength to slide wheels or stop the car while in motion.

4.       Bumpers.  Car must have bumper extending beyond the front and rear tires.  Nothing may extend beyond a tangent line from the outside edge of the tires to the bumpers.  Nothing may extend beyond the outside edge or the tires or wheels, whichever is the widest.  No sharp corners or design as to hook or damage.  Bumpers must be securely mounted (no zip ties, pop rivets, etc)

5.       Nerf Bars:  All cars must be equipped with nerf bars.  Nerf bars must extend to inside edge of tires, but not beyond the outside of tire  Nerf bars must be securely mounted (no zip ties, pop rivets, etc)

6.       Chain guards: Chain guards will be installed on all cars where chains are exposed to the driver and/or other participants.  The chain guard, using a minimum of .090 aluminum material or equivalent, will run on top of the chain from front of front sprocket to the vertical centerline of the rear sprocket.  The guard must be installed in such a manner that the driver cannot touch the chain and/or sprockets while sitting in the drivers seat.

7.       Driver’s compartment:  No car will be allowed to compete that requires dismantling portions thereof to enter or leave the cockpit with exception of the steering wheel hub.  Go/No Go gauge must pass through right side

8.       Fire walls: There must be a metal fire wall between the driver and engine compartment isolating driver from engine compartment for YOUR safety.  Minimum specifications are: Steel – 24 gauge and aluminum - .0625 thick

9.       Floors and belly pans:  Cars must have an under pan extended from the front of the seat to a place forward of the driver’s feet on top of cross members and lower frame rails.

10.   Frame: Type optional.  No aluminum

11.   Fuel: See class rule

12.   Fuel tank: Type optional.  We strongly recommend the use of bladders or safety cells.  This is for YOUR DRIVER”S protection.  Fuel cell must be securely mounted.  Tanks used in qualifying must be used for all events.  No flammable liquids in cooling system

13.   Fuel System: A fuel shut off valve is mandatory.  A fuel cut-off safety switch is recommended but not required for all cars with an electric fuel pump. All fuel tanks must be equipped with a one-way check valve designed to prevent the spillage of fuel from the fuel tank vent in the event of a rollover.   

14.   Electric's and Electronics.  On and off switches must be on dash, top of the cowl or on steering wheel.  On/off switch must be connected and functional.  No radio communication is allowed with the car or the driver. 

15.   Mirrors: No mirrors allowed

16.   Mufflers: Any type as long as it gets the car to 100 decibels.

17.   Numbers.  All cars must have legible numbers painted in contrasting colors on both sides of car and the nose.  Minimum height of numbers is 8" on the nose and nose wing, 10" on each side of the tail and 12" on the wing.  Numbers must be separated from advertising so they will be readable.  No prismatic numbers will be allowed on the cars. If the scorers cannot read your numbers you will be required to change them before next race.  Cars must have the same number on all parts of car.  Cars without wings must have number plates a minimum of 6” x 8” on right side of roll cage.

18.   Nuts and Bolts: All nuts and bolts and component parts of car’s suspension system, chassis, and running gear must be secured with either lock nuts, lock washers, cotter keys, or safety wire except wheel nuts when using quick change hubs

19.   Radiator:  Type optional

20.   Roll cage.  Roll cages shall be at least 1 inch .062 wall thickness, or 1 1/8 inch .065 wall thickness, or 1 1/4 inch .065 wall thickness.  Roll cage shall be made of  chromoly steel or equivalent material.  The front section of the cage shall be no further back than the steering wheel.  Roll cage shall have sufficient fore and aft bracing and strength to support the weight of the car & driver in case of an upset.  Cage shall have gussets at the intersecting bars to the uprights.  Bends must have at least 3 inch radius.  No square or pointed corners allowed.  Roll cage must be a minimum of 3 inches above the drivers helmet.  It is mandatory to install a cross brace behind the seat to support the shoulder harness.  

21.   Ballast.  Any material used for ballast must be firmly attached as a part of the car's structure.  No liquid or loose ballast such as water, fuel, oil, sand bags, rocks, log chains etc. allowed.

22.   Battery .  All wet cell batteries mounted in the cockpit must be covered and vented outside the cockpit area. 

23.   Seats: Type optional

24.   Steering: Front wheels must be connected by a solid or tubular tie rod.

25.   Throttle: must be foot operated.

26.   No electronic traction device.

27.   Stock is defined as factory delivered specifications.  All gaskets are to be in place and be of O,E.M. specifications.

SECTION III.  SAFETY EQUIPMENT

1.           Arm restraints: Use is mandatory. Must be adequate to keep driver’s hands below roll cage.

2.           Driver’s helmet: Must be full head coverage, condition type and one of three latest SNELL approved

3.           Driver’s uniform: Must wear a name brand flame retardant uniform.  High top tennis shoes or wrestling shoes are acceptable.

4.           Neck brace: Mandatory.  Cage net or seat mounted head-rest required  unless wearing an approved immobilization device (ie Hans device)

5.           Gloves: SFI rated driving gloves are mandatory.

6.           Seat belts and shoulder harness: Seat belts must be securely attached to the car and used at all times.  Metal to metal latches only.  5 point seat belts, shoulder harness and sub strap are required.  Belt dates must not be over three years old.  (Example: Oct 05 may be used in 2006, 2007 and 2008.) 

7.           It is mandatory to install a cross brace on the frame behind the seat to support the shoulder harness.

8.           Any driver requiring medical attention as a result of an accident while participating at Will Rogers Raceway must obtain a written release from the attending physician before being allowed to race again.

9.           All mechanically operated devices must be mounted below the driver’s shoulders for safety

10.       Quick release pins are recommended in wing H for easy removal in emergencies.

SECTION IV:

 DISQUALIFICATIONS AND SUSPENSIONS

1.       Any driver or pit crew member being disqualified will be told as soon as possible after the race in which he/she is disqualified

2.       All disqualifications, suspensions or fines for the violation of the rules will be levied before the next racing event

3.       A car starting in an event without its body parts, engine cover or chain guard in place will cause the car and driver to be disqualified.  Any damages to the car during an event will not cause disqualification (provided safety is not a factor) but must be fixed prior to the next race night.

4.       If a car fails the decibel test, it will be disqualified.  If muffler gets knocked off, falls off or becomes loud during a race – you will be disqualified

5.       In the start of a race, any car that overtakes and passes another car before the green flag is given will be placed to the rear.  The second offense is a disqualification.

6.       On realignments after a yellow or red flag, if a car pulls out of line for any reason, he goes to the back of the pack.  Non-compliance can cause the car to be disqualified.  Passing underneath the cone on front or back stretch can cause disqualification.

7.       Cars that have left the racing surface and entered the infield may enter the track on straight-aways only.

8.       Cars running across the infield at a high rate of speed to get back on the track will be disqualified

9.       For foul driving, intentionally cutting the tires, unnecessary bumping, chopping, crowding, banking, charging corners, or for jumping the start, the driver may be given the black flag and may be subject to a fine or suspension from racing.

10.   Any condition considered unsafe by the track officials will be adequate grounds for barring a car from competing until the fault has been corrected to their satisfaction.

11.   Any verbal protest to any official by a car owner or driver can result in disqualification of the car and driver for the complete program for that date.  Suspension of privilege to reenter the pits may be levied

12.   No violent arguments on the track property will be tolerated.

13.   Fighting is specifically prohibited.  Fighting by any car owner, driver, pit crew or race official will be fined $500.00 payable that night or $1000.00 payable on return to Will Rogers Raceway premises if not paid that night.

14.   Any driver refusing to allow his car to be weighed, motor to be teched or fuel to be tested automatically disqualifies himself for the events he competed in during that race event.

15.   If it is proven that a car has an illegal engine or illegal fuel, the car, owner and driver will be subject to a $250.00 fine, forfeit event money and season points.  The fine must be paid before driver, car or owner will be allowed to participate in  future events.

16.   If  a car is found to be illegal 0 all cars will be moved up one place in car’s event

17.   The decision by race officials is final

18.   Safe pit speed is strictly enforced.  Cars should be driven in pits to and from race surface only.  Any ATV in the pit area must be driven by driver with valid driver’s license.  Only one person will be allowed on ATV’s – NO PASSENGERS.

19.   For unsportsmanlike conduct (i.e. Throwing equipment, ramming cars, etc.) by drivers, owners or pit crews – fines are as follows:

Offense 1 - $50.00 fine

Offense 2 - $100.00 fine

Offense 3 - $250.00 fine and possible suspension

20. If you buy a car, the technical committee will be happy to check for legality.  If the car is illegal             a one week grace period will be allowed to correct.  If you choose not to have your car teched you will be punished for illegal car.  There is no grace period for 100 decibels.

21. Promoter has the final say in all matters pertaining to racing and racing facilities

22. Striking track officials can result in permanent suspension

23. Any driver or pit crew caught in another racers pit area with the intent of causing trouble (or so perceived) will be subject to fines.

SECTION V:

 PROTESTS,  FEES AND PENALTIES

1.       Protest

a.       A formal protest will be accepted in writing by the referee from a car owner or driver only if his/her car was in a race with the car being protested.  A protest must be submitted no later than 10 minutes after race and prior to distribution of money.  Protest money must accompany a protest in cash

b.      No person other than track officials will know who filed protest

2.       Protest fees

a.       Fuel:  $500.00 all classes

b.      Engine:  $500.00 – Motor tear down (heads off) and cylinder inspection

c.       Other technical protest - $200.00

d.      If protest upheld – 75% of money returned to protesting person

e.       If protest is declined – 75% of money award rewarded to protested car

f.        The decision for partial or complete tear down must be made prior to protest.  No secondary teardown will be accepted after initial protest

g.      A protested car driver/owner may have themselves and one other person (total of 2 people) in the inspection area.  The protestor may also have themselves and one other person (total of 2 people) in the inspection area

3.       Penalty:    Failure to disassemble for inspection as requested will result in a $500.00 fine.   Refusal to be teched will be considered a failure.  Any car or driver found illegal will forfeit money for that race and all points for the year.  If a car owner requests a professional mechanic to disassemble the motor, the car owner will be responsible for all fees incurred.  Track promoter will take immediate possession of motor upon protest.  For any class in which there is a protest, all moneys will be held until protest is resolved.

SECTION VI:

FLAGS

THE FLAGS OR LIGHTS ARE OFFICIAL AT ANY POINT DISPLAYED

LIGHTS OUT INDICATES – START AT LINE

GREEN -  Starting: The race is on

YELLOW – Caution: No Passing.  Slow to parade speed immediately, hold your position, close up single file

RED  - Stop at once

YELLOW AND GREEN – rolling restart, reform in original starting line-up.  Used when mishap occurs on first lap

BLACK – Go immediately to the infield if green is on.  Disqualifies driver and car for that race

BLACK WITH ORANGE BALL – Mechanical problems, driver to enter infield due to mechanical problems

WHITE – one lap to go

CHECKERED – Race is over

Junior sprints

SPECIFIC RULES

1.       Age.  Drivers ages 5 through 12 (A driver whose 13th birthday falls during the racing season will be allowed to finish the season in which they began accruing points before their birthday.) may compete in the Junior Class. 

2.       Cockpit Controls.  On and off switches must be on dash, top of the cowl or on steering wheel.  On/off switch must be functional. No radio communication is allowed with the car or the driver.  Cockpit controls:  carb adjusters kill switch, starter button and engine monitor.  No wing sliders or pan hard adjusters driver operated in cockpits. 

3.       Fuel.  Fuel is to be track approved fuels only with the following approved mixing oils. Methanol with Red-line two stroke oil, Blendzall 460, Maxima 927 or racing castor, Castrol R-30 or R-40 and Klotz Green Formula (Bean oil BC171 or BC175. Racing gas will be Sunoco Purple (110 octane) and a 5 to 8 ounce mix of Klotz Super Techniplate (20% bean oil and 80% Synthetic). 

4.       Weight.  Junior Class cars, minimum car and driver weight 400 lbs.

5.       Suspension.  Coil-over shock suspension only Tread; Maximum 46 inches.  Minimum 32 inches, center to center of tires.  Wheelbase; Maximum 52 inches. Minimum 50 inches, center of front axle to center of rear axle.  Steering; Front wheels must be connected by a solid or tubular tie rod.  Rear wheel drive only.  All suspension bolts except wheel nuts must be secured by some type of locking device. 

6.       Shocks.  Aluminum or steel body shocks are legal. 

7.       Brakes.  Brakes will be of sufficient strength so as to slide the wheels while the car is in motion at any given time. 

8.       Tires And Wheels.  Wheels to be 8" dia steel or aluminum non-beadlock only.  There can be no grooving, siping, softening or altering the tire in any way.  It should be as it arrives from the manufacturer.  Wheels must be held on with 4 or more standard lug nuts or knock-off hubs. 

9.       Transmission.  The drive will be by engine or jackshaft mounted clutch.  No axle mounted clutches allowed. No direct drive will be allowed.  Chain guards will be made of .090 inch thick aluminum or equivalent and will run on top of chain from the front of the front sprocket to the center of the rear axle.  Driver must not be able to touch the chain or sprockets while sitting in the cockpit. 

10.   Wings.  Right side board, maximum 42" x 20".  Left side board, 42" x 20".  Minimum size is 6 sq. ft.  The wing cannot be mounted outside the centerline of the tires.  Side boards may not extend more than 3" beyond center section and sides must cover center section.  All wings must have 1/16" radius edges or edging.  No raw edges.  No wood except for ribs or spars inside center section.  Wings sides cannot be more than 4" below top of roll cage.  Nose wings cannot exceed 24"x 18", and must carry car number.  Top wings are mandatory to enter a night's event.  Cars may finish without a wing if no replacement is available. 

11.   Ballast.  Any material used for ballast must be firmly attached as a part of the car's structure.  No liquid or loose ballast such as water, fuel, oil, sand bags, rocks, log chains etc. allowed.

12.   Hubs.  Front hubs; Go kart type with 5/8" bearings and 5/16" wheel studs minimum.  Rear hubs; Douglas 5 x 130 Go kart type or equivalent.

13.   Engine Rules.  The two engine approved for the Jr. Sprint Class are the 100cc Yamaha KT-100-S and the Briggs & Stratton World Formula. 

RESTRICTOR CLASS

SPECIFIC RULES

1.        Age.  Drivers age 8 and up may compete in the "R" Class  exceptions may be made by track officials

2.        Fuel.  Class "A" 600cc powered cars may run track approved fuels. 

3.        Weight.   4 cylinder 600cc powered cars, minimum car and driver weight 700 lbs.

4.        Suspension.  Tread; Maximum 50 inches.  Minimum 32 inches, center to center of tires.  Wheelbase; Maximum 70 inches. Minimum 50 inches, center of front axle to center of rear axle.  Steering; Front wheels must be connected by a solid or tubular tie rod.  Rear wheel drive only.  All suspension bolts except wheel nuts must be secured by some type of locking device.

5.        Shocks.  Any shock absorber legal, except no cockpit adjustable shocks. 

6.        Tires and Wheels.  All cars; Any wheel size and tire combination may be used, but tires may not exceed 22 1/2 inches in height.  Wheels must be held on with 4 or more standard lug nuts or knock-off hubs4 cylinder 600cc cars only; Right rear tire must be a minimum 50 durometer compound Hoosier or American Racer (McCreary) tire.  Durometer check should be done at least 5 minutes after the races to allow for cool down

7.        Transmission.  Four cylinder motors must have transmission with all stock gears in working order.  Any car equipped with a shifting mechanism must have this device mounted in the drivers compartment.  Shift levers may mounted outside the drivers compartment on opposite side of car from the chain drive. Chain guards will be made of .090 inch thick aluminum or equivalent and will run on top of chain from the front of the front sprocket to the center of the rear axle.  Driver must not be able to touch the chain or sprockets while sitting in the cockpit. 

1.       Wings.  All Cars.  . Cars must run a 10-square foot maximum one piece center section wing. No multi-stage air-foil top or nose wings. Airfoil must be parallel with cage and no offset sideboards. Right side board, maximum 48" x 18".  Left side board, 48" x 24".  The wing cannot be mounted outside the  tires.  Side boards may not extend more than 3" beyond center section and sides must cover center section.  All wings must have 1/16" radius edges or edging.  No raw edges.  No wood except for ribs or spars inside center section.  Wings sides cannot be more than 4" below top of roll cage.  Nose wings cannot exceed 18"x 24", and must carry car number.  Top wings are mandatory to enter a night's event.  Cars may finish without a wing if no replacement is available.  4 cylinder 600cc cars.    The measurement for the wing placement will be taken from the back edge of the center section of the wing, not the sideboards.  That point is to be no further back that the rear of the roll cage behind the drivers head. Roll cage cannot be altered too change this point.  No cockpit adjustable wings. 

8.        Engine Rules.  4 cycle multi cylinder engines larger than 250cc, but not exceeding 600cc.  Stock engines as the motor was run on the motorcycle with the charging unit.  Valve jobs will be allowed as long as they are in manufacturers tolerances.  Stock vales must be retained.  No engine work ( no ported heads, no lightened cranks, no cam degreeing, no lightened pistons, no head cleanup.)  Stock pistons only.  Any air cleaner will be allowed.  Any exhaust will be allowed. Crank case ventilation to atmospheric pressure only allowed. Rods, pistons, cams etc. must be stock parts as used on the motorcycle the motor came from.   Fuel injection engines are legal for example, an F4 fuel injector motor must have F4 carbs. Carburetors only with an NMMA stamped restrictor under each car boot.  Carbs may have metering rods, jets and springs changed to tune the fuel curve to match our cars requirements.  Stock appearing CDI box only.  Aftermarket timing advancers are illegal.  Cam gears that are redrilled, slotted or altered are illegal.  Internal charging systems components must remain in the motor.  Any sprocket (520 or 530) will be allowed.  No current year production engines allowed. 

TURF CLASS

Age Requirement:9 years and older

1.    Shocks: Steel or aluminum shocks (no adjustable)

2.    Coil over or torsion suspension only  Wheels: 8” or 10” wheels in any combination, of any type.  Wheel locks accepted

3.    ENGINE  F4I engines on carburetion only are  legal this season. Any stock 2002 or older 600 cc motorcycle engine allowed. Also the F 4’s and YZF's are allowed. (NO R6's allowed) Stock engines as the motor was run on the motorcycle from the factory.  No engine work.  Stock pistons only.  Any air cleaner will be allowed because the factory air box will not fit in some chassis. Any exhaust will be allowed for the same reason.  Rods, pistons, cams etc. must be stock.  Carburetors must be the same make and model as the motor.  No fuel injection, even if the motor comes stock from the factory with injection.  Carburetors only!  Aftermarket CDI’s (ignition black box) will not be allowed.  Aftermarket timing advancers are illegal.  Cam gears that are redrilled, slotted or altered are illegal.  Charging systems must remain in the motor.  Any sprocket (520 or 530) will be allowed. Boring 1 over allowed on F1 Hondas only. 

4.    Roll Cage: Cars with 1” OD roll cage must have down bars

5.    Tires: Old style turf tires only.  Grooving OK (New Hoosier Turf tire is illegal)

6.    Weight: 720 lbs with driver. Any material used for the purpose of adding to the car’s total weight must be firmly attached as a part of the car’s structure.  No liquid or loose ballast, ie. Water, fuel, oil, sandbags, etc. allowed

7.    Stock ignition and coil including pick up.  No slotting

8.    No adjustments of any type from the cockpit to the chassis

9.    Wings: No wings

10.No front brakes

11.One battery only

12.Cars must have number displayed on both sides and nose of car, clearly visible for scoring.  Caars must have number plate a minimum of 6” x 8” on right side of roll cage

13.Fuel: Gasoline only.  B42 or track fuel only.  No additives.

NONWING

SPECIFIC RULES

1.        Age.  Drivers age 9 and up may compete in the "A" Class. Exceptions may be made by officials 

2.        Fuel.  Class "N" 600cc powered cars may run only approved fuels. 

3.        Weight.  Single cylinder 600cc powered cars, minimum car and driver weight 675 lbs.  4 cylinder 600cc powered cars, minimum car and driver weight 750 lbs.

4.        Suspension.  Tread; Maximum 50 inches.  Minimum 32 inches, center to center of tires.  Wheelbase;  Maximum 70 inches. Minimum 50 inches, center of front axle to center of rear axle.  Steering;  Front wheels must be connected by a solid or tubular tie rod.  Rear wheel drive only.  All suspension bolts except wheel nuts must be secured by some type of locking device. 

5.        Shocks.  Any shock absorber legal, except no cockpit adjustable shocks on multi cylinder cars)

6.        Tires and Wheels.  All cars; Any wheel size and tire combination may be used, but tires may not exceed 22 1/2 inches in height.  Wheels must be held on with 4 or more standard lug nuts or knock-off hubs4 cylinder 600cc cars only; Right rear tire must be a minimum 50 durometer compound Hoosier or American Racer (McCreary) tire.  Durometer check should be done at least 5 minutes after the races to allow for cool down.

7.        Transmission.  Four cylinder motors must have transmission with all stock gears in working order.  Any car equipped with a shifting mechanism must have this device mounted in the drivers compartment.  Shift levers may mounted outside the drivers compartment on opposite side of car from the chain drive  Chain guards will be made of .090 inch thick aluminum or equivalent and will run on top of chain from the front of the front sprocket to the center of the rear axle.  Driver must not be able to touch the chain or sprockets while sitting in the cockpit

8.        Wings.  No top or nose wings are allowed. 

9.        Engine Rules.  4 cycle single cylinder engines larger than 250cc, but not exceeding 600cc.   Any modification allowed 4 cycle multi cylinder engines larger than 250cc, but not exceeding 600cc.  Stock engines as the motor were run on the motorcycle with the charging unit.  Valve jobs will be allowed as long as they are in manufacturers tolerances.  Stock valves must be retained.  No engine work (no ported heads, no lightened cranks, no cam degreeing, no lightened pistons, no head cleanup.)  Stock pistons only.  Any air cleaner will be allowed.  Any exhaust will be allowed. Crank case ventilation to atmospheric pressure only allowed.  Rods, pistons, cams etc. must be stock parts as used on the motorcycle the motor came from.  Carbs may have metering rods, jets and springs changed to tune the fuel curve to match our cars requirements.  Stock appearing CDI box only. Aftermarket timing advancers are illegal.  Cam gears that are redrilled, slotted or altered are illegal.  Internal charging systems components must remain in the motor. Fuel injected motor except current year standard production completely stock as it came off the bike with pan modification, oil pick up modification, any air box, stock appearing CDI box and powercommander fuel map only, washable replacement air filter.  Any sprocket (520 or 530) will be allowed.  No current year production engines allowed. 

A CLASS

SPECIFIC RULES

1.           Age.  Drivers age 9 and up may compete in the "A" Class. Exceptions may be made by officials 

2.           Fuel.  Class "A" 600cc powered cars may run only TRACK approved fuels. 

3.           Weight.  Single cylinder 600cc powered cars, minimum car and driver weight 675 lbs.  4 cylinder 600cc powered cars, minimum car and driver weight 750 lbs.

4.           Suspension.  Tread; Maximum 50 inches.  Minimum 32 inches, center to center of tires.  Wheelbase; Maximum 70 inches. Minimum 50 inches, center of front axle to center of rear axle.  Steering; Front wheels must be connected by a solid or tubular tie rod.  Rear wheel drive only.  All suspension bolts except wheel nuts must be secured by some type of locking device. 

5.           Shocks.  Any shock absorber legal, except no cockpit adjustable shocks on multi cylinder cars. 

6.           Tires and Wheels.  All cars; Any wheel size and tire combination may be used, but tires may not exceed 22 1/2 inches in height.  Wheels must be held on with 4 or more standard lug nuts or knock-off hubs4 cylinder 600cc cars only; Right rear tire must be a minimum 50 durometer compound Hoosier or American Racer (McCreary) tire.  Durometer check should be done at least 5 minutes after the races to allow for cool down

7.           Transmission.  Four cylinder motors must have transmission with all stock gears in working order.  Any car equipped with a shifting mechanism must have this device mounted in the drivers compartment.  Shift levers may mounted outside the drivers compartment on opposite side of car from the chain drive. Chain guards will be made of .090 inch thick aluminum or equivalent and will run on top of chain from the front of the front sprocket to the center of the rear axle.  Driver must not be able to touch the chain or sprockets while sitting in the cockpit. 

8.           Wings.  All Cars.  Cars must run a 10-square foot maximum one piece center section wing. No multi-stage air-foil top or nose wings. Airfoil must be parallel with cage and no offset sideboards. Right side board, maximum 48" x 18".  Left side board, 48" x 24".  The wing cannot be mounted outside the  tires.  Side boards may not extend more than 3" beyond center section and sides must cover center section.  All wings must have 1/16" radius edges or edging.  No raw edges.  No wood except for ribs or spars inside center section.  Wings sides cannot be more than 4" below top of roll cage.  Nose wings cannot exceed 18"x 24", and must carry car number.  Top wings are mandatory to enter a night's event.  Cars may finish without a wing if no replacement is available.  .  4 cylinder 600cc cars.    The measurement for the wing placement will be taken from the back edge of the center section of the wing, not the sideboards.  That point is to be no further back that the rear of the roll cage behind the drivers head. Roll cage cannot be altered too change this point.  No cockpit adjustable wings

9.           Engine Rules.  4 cycle single cylinder engines larger than 250cc, but not exceeding 600cc.   Any modification allowed.  Rule 1975.1(b) 4 cycle multi cylinder engines larger than 250cc, but not exceeding 600cc.  Stock engines as the motor was run on the motorcycle with the charging unit.  Valve jobs will be allowed as long as they are in manufacturers tolerances.  Stock valves must be retained.  No engine work ( no ported heads, no lightened cranks, no cam degreeing, no lightened pistons, no head cleanup.)  Stock pistons only.  Any air cleaner will be allowed.  Any exhaust will be allowed. Crank case ventilation to atmospheric pressure only allowed.  Rods, pistons, cams etc. must be stock parts as used on the motorcycle the motor came from.  Carbs may have metering rods, jets and springs changed to tune the fuel curve to match our cars requirements.  Stock appearing CDI box with only.  Aftermarket timing advancers are illegal.  Cam gears that are redrilled, slotted or altered are illegal.  Internal charging systems components must remain in the motor. Fuel injected motor except current year standard production completely stock as it came off the bike with pan modification, oil pick up modification, any air box, stock appearing CDI box and powercommander fuel map only, aftermarket washable replacement air filter..  Any sprocket (520 or 530) will be allowed. No current year production engines allowed. 

MULTI

SPECIFIC RULES

1.        Age.  Drivers age 14 and up may compete in the "M" Class.

2.        Fuel.  "M" Class 640cc powered cars may run track approved gasoline, ethanol or methanol. 

3.        Weight.  "M" Class 640cc powered cars, minimum car and driver weight 750 lbs.

4.        Suspension.  Tread; Maximum 50 inches.  Minimum 32 inches, center to center of tires.  Wheelbase;  Maximum 70 inches. Minimum 50 inches, center of front axle to center of rear axle.  Steering;  Front wheels must be connected by a solid or tubular tie rod.  Rear wheel drive only.  All suspension bolts except wheel nuts must be secured by some type of locking device. 

5.        Shocks.  Any shock absorber legal.

6.        Tires And Wheels.  Any wheel size and tire combination may be used, but tires may not exceed 22 1/2 inches in height.  Wheels must be held on with 4 or more standard lug nuts or knock-off hubs. Right rear tire must be a minimum 50 durometer compound Hoosier or American Racer (McCreary) tire.  Durometer check should be done at least 5 minutes after the races to allow for cool down

7.        Transmission.  Any type transmission is legal.  Any car equipped with a shifting mechanism must have this device mounted in the drivers compartment.  Shift levers may mounted outside the drivers compartment on opposite side of car from the chain drive.  Chain guards will be made of .090 inch thick aluminum or equivalent and will run on top of chain from the front of the front sprocket to the center of the rear axle.  Driver must not be able to touch the chain or sprockets while sitting in the cockpit. 

8.        Wings.  Center section no more than 4’ x 4’ square and must be parallel with the roll cage. Side boards may not be offset. Right side board, maximum 54" x 20".  Left side board, 54" x 26".  The wing cannot extend beyond tire as driven.  Side boards may not extend more than 3" beyond center section and sides must cover center section.  All wings must have 1/16" radius edges or edging.  No raw edges.  No wood except for ribs or spars inside center section.  Wings sides cannot be more than 4" below top of roll cage.  Nose wings cannot exceed 18"x 24", and must carry car number.  Top wings are mandatory to enter a night's event.  Cars may finish without a wing if no replacement is available. 

9.        Engine Rules.  Any multi-cylinder 4 cycle engine larger than 250cc, but not exceeding 640cc.  Must have cockpit operated electric starter, lever manual clutch in car and on-board battery capable of starting a 640cc engine.  Must also remain chain-driven off of the original countershaft.  Any other modifications allowed.