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04/12/11
2011 DIRTcar (Big
Block Modifieds, 358 Modifieds, Sportsman Modifieds and Pro Stock) and Super
DIRTcar Series Rule Book
SANCTIONED TRACKS
AUTODROME DRUMMOND
AUTODROME GRANBY
1155 boul St-Joesph
Quest-C.P. 1268 Rue Cowie
Drummondville, QUE J2B
6B6 Granby, QUE J2G 9H9
Owners: Alain Poirier,
Jacques Constant Track: (450) 375-3055
Promoter: Yan Bussiere
Office: (450) 375-7652
Ass‟t Promoter: Francis Potvin Promoter: Dominic
Lussier / J.F. Tessier
General Manager: Carl
Labonte Race Director; Eric Baker
Race Director: Steve
Salvas www.autodrome-granby.qc.ca
Track: (819) 474-2222
E-mail: dlussier@autodrome-granby.qc.ca
Fax: (819) 478-2205
www.autodrome-drummond.com
e-mail: yanracing21@cgocable.ca
AIRBORNE SPEEDWAY,
LLC
70 Broderick Road
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Track/Office: (518)
561-3208
Fax: (518) 561-1118
Promoter: Mike Perotte
www.airbornespeedwaypark.com
E-Mail:
mperrotte@airbornespeedway.com
BREWERTON SPEEDWAY
60 US Route 11
PO Box 584
Brewerton, NY 13029
Track: (315) 668-6906
Fax: (315) 668-6082
Owner: John & Laura
Wight
Promoter: Harvey Fink
www.brewertonspeedway.com
E-Mail:
Harvey@brewertonspeedway.com
BROCKVILLE ONTARIO
SPEEDWAY BRIGHTON SPEEDWAY
RR 1 775 County Road 64
Brockville, Ontario,
Can K6V 5T1 Brighton, Ontario, Can K0K 1H0
Track: (613) 345-6324
Track: (613) 475-1102
Fax: (613) 348-1562
Fax: (613) 475-3250
Promoter: Paul Kirkland
Promoter: Mark and Angie Rinaldi
www.brockvillespeedway.com
www.brightonspeedway.com
E-Mail:
tigger@ripnet.com E-Mail: info@brightonspeedway.com
CAN- AM MOTORSPORTS
PARK CANANDAIGUA MOTORSPORTS PARK
21047 NYS Route 411
Ontario County Fairgrounds
LaFargeville, N.Y. 2820
County Road 10
Mail Address: 18476 US
Rt. 11 Canandaigua, New York, 14424
Watertown, N.Y. 13601
Track:(585) 394-0961
Track: (315) 658-4431
Promoter: Jeremie Corcoran
Office: (315) 778-3407
Fax: (315) 788-3137
Promoters: Tigger
Chapman/Chip Burdick
www.canammotorsports.com
e-mail: chip_burdick@yahoo.com
CAYUGA COUNTY FAIR
SPEEDWAY CORNWALL MOTOR SPEEDWAY
1 Speedway Drive 16981
Cornwall Centre Road
Weedsport, N.Y. 13166
PO Box 632
Long Sault, Ont,
Canada, KOC 1P0
US Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 502
Track: TBD
Rooseveltown, N.Y. 13683
Fax: TBD Track/Office:
(613) 938-3945
Promoter: TBD Fax:
(613) 938-2004
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Promoter: Ron Morin
Race Director: Denis Moquin
www.cornwallspeedway.com
General Manager: Carol Flanigan
E-mail:
carol@cornwallspeedway.com
FULTON SPEEDWAY HUMBERSTONE
SPEEDWAY
1603 County RT. 57 Physical
Address:
Fulton, N.Y. 13069 1716 Highway
3 East
Track: (315) 593-6531 Port
Colborne, ONT, Canada L3K 5V4
Fax: (315) 592-7744 Mailing
Address:
Owner: John & Laura Wight
10 Broadway Ave.
Promoter: Harvey Fink St.
Catharines, ONT L2M 7Z5
www.fultonspeedway.com Track:
(905) 834-4002
e-mail:
fultonspeedway@hotmail.com Fax: (905) 935-3464
Promoters: Pete & Linda
Cosco
General Manager: Bobby
Davidson, Jr.
www.humberstonespeedway.com
e-mail: petecosco@bellnet.ca
info@humberstonespeedway.com
LEBANON VALLEY SPEEDWAY
LERNERVILLE SPEEDWAY
1746 US Route 20, Box 9 313
North Pike Road
West Lebanon, N.Y. 12195
Sarver, PA 16055
Track: (518) 794-9665 Track:
(724) 353-2800
Office: (518) 794-9606 Fax:
(724) 353-2650
Fax: (518) 794-7889 Promoter:
DIRT MotorSports, Inc.
Promoter: Howard Commander
General Manager: Gary Risch, Jr.
www.lebanonvalley.com
www.lernerville.com
e-mail: lbnvlyspwy@aol.com
e-mail: grisch@dirtcar.com
MERRITTVILLE SPEEDWAY MOHAWK
INT’l SPEEDWAY
117 Cushman Road 267 Frogtown
Road
St. Catharines, Ont, Canada L2M
6S9 Hogansburg, N.Y. 13655
Track: (905) 892-8266 Office
& Track: (518) 358-9017
Fax: (905) 892-4820 Other:
(518) 358-3020
Promoters: Pete & Nancy
Bicknell & Fax: (518) 358-3520
Randy & Tracey Williamson
Owners: Jody Swamp, John Lazore,
General Manager: Erica Bicknell
Don Thompson, Jr.
www.merrittvillespeedway.com
Promoter:
e-mail: ebicknell@cogeco.net
NEW YORK STATE FAIRGROUNDS
581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse,
13209
Mail: DIRT Northeast
Office: (315) 834-6606
Fax: (315) 834-9734
Promoter: DIRT MotorSports,
Inc.
E-mail: creed@dirtcar.com
RANSOMVILLE SPEEDWAY ROLLING
WHEELS RACEWAY
Brayley Road, Box 296 Route 5,
Elbridge, N.Y.
Ransomville, NY 14131 Mailing
Address:
Track: (716) 791-3602 1
Speedway Drive
Fax: (716) 791-3611 Weedsport,
N.Y. 13166
Promoters: Jamie and Joel
Friesen Track: (315) 689-7809
www.ransomvillespeedway.com
Office: (315) 834-6606
e-mail:ransomvillespeedway@hughes.net
Fax: (315) 834-9734
Promoter: DIRTcar Racing
General Manager: Cory Reed
www.rollingwheelsraceway.com
E-mail: creed@dirtcar.com
SOUTH ARCADE SPEEDWAY
Physical Address:
11909 Marble Springs Road,
Delevan, N.Y.
Mailing Address:
369 Attridge Road
Churchville, NY 14428
Track: (585) 343-1076
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Fax: (585) 247-0096
Promoter: Mike Lauterborn
www.geneseespeedway.com
E-mail: mike@sprint41.com
THUNDER MOUNTAIN SPEEDWAY FONDA
SPEEDWAY
Physical Address: Physical
Address:
RT 79, Hunts Corners Road 21 S.
Bridge Street, Fonda, NY
Center Isle, NY Mailing
Address:
Mailing Address: 689 Mariaville
Road
P.O. Box 32 Schenectady, NY
12306
Lisle, NY 13797 Phone: (518)
382-3115
Phone: (607) 849-7889 Promoter:
Ric Lucia
Promoter: Dick and Shelly Stark
General Manager: Marty Beberwyk
www.thunderracetrack.com
www.fondaspeedway.net
Primary DIRTcar Northeast
Contacts
Joe Skotnicki
Director of Series and
Sanctioning
jskotnicki@dirtcar.com
704-796-4566
Bob Dini, Technical Director
bdini@dirtcar.com
845 358 5049
917 939 5417
Gary Spaid. DIRTcar Points
& Handicapping
aces2@frontiernet.com
585-734-5959
Scott Fremouw, Assistant
Technical Director
sfremouw@dirtcar.com
John Nelson, 358 Series
Director
jnelson@dirtcar.com
Chip Burdick, Sportsman Series
Director
cburdick@dirtcar.com
Denis Moquin, Pro Stock Series
Director
bmulligan@dirtcar.com
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Table of Contents:
Preface
1.0 Definition of Terms
1.1 World Racing Group Rules
2.0 Membership
2.1 Membership Eligibility
2.2 Conduct
2.3 Series Championship
2.4 Medical Exemption
2.5 Substance Abuse
Policy/Explanation
3.0 Personal Safety Equipment
3.1 General
3.2 Seat Belts
3.3 Protective Clothing
3.4 Seats
3.5 Helmets
3.6 Other
4.0 Licenses
5.0 Racing Event Procedures
5.1 Pre Race Inspections
5.2 Driver‟s
Meetings
5.3 Legality
5.4 Restrictions
5.5 Pill Draw
5.6 Hot Laps
5.7 Qualifying/Time Trials/Heat Races/B-Mains
5.8 Starts
5.9 Restarts
5.10 Racing
5.11 Flag Rules
6.0 Scoring Procedures
7.0 Payoff and Pit Procedures
8.0 Provisional and Alternate Starting Positions
9.0 Racing Programs Special Event Shows
10.0 Points Breakdown
11.0 Penalties, Fine Schedules and Protests
11.1 Penalties and Fine Schedules
11.2 Protests
12.0 World Racing Group Appeal Commission
15.0 DIRTcar Northeast Super DIRTcar Series Vehicle
Rules
15.A Big Block Modifieds
DIRTcar Northeast
15.1 Engines
15.2 Fuel, Fuel Cells
and Fuel Systems
15.3 Muffler and Sound
Reduction Devices
15.4 Traction Control
Devices
15.5 Chassis/Frame
15.6 Weight
15.7 Body
15.8 Suspension
15.9 Roll Cage
15.10 Wheels
15.11 Tires
15.12 Safety
15.13 Other
15.14 Series Decal and
Patches
15.B 358 Modifieds
15.15 Engines
15.16 Fuel, Fuel Cells and
Fuel Systems
15.17 Muffler and Sound
Reduction Devices
15.18 Traction Control
Devices
15.19 Chassis/Frame
15.20 Weight
15.21 Body
15.22 Suspension
15.23 Roll Cage
15.24 Wheels
15.25 Tires
15.26 Safety
15.27 Other
15.28 Series Decal and Patches
15.C Sportsman Modifieds
15.29 Engines
15.30 Fuel, Fuel Cells
and Fuel Systems
15.31 Muffler and Sound
Reduction Devices
15.32 Traction Control
Devices
15.33 Chassis/Frame
15.34 Weight
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15.35 Body
15.36 Suspension
15.37 Roll Cage
15.38 Wheels
15.39 Tires
15.40 Safety
15.41 Other
15.42 Series Decal and
Patches
15.D DIRTcar Pro Stocks
15.43 Engines
15.44 Fuel, Fuel Cells
and Fuel Systems
15.45 Muffler and Sound
Reduction Devices
15.46 Traction Control
Devices
15.47 Chassis/Frame
15.48 Weight
15.49 Body
15.50 Suspension
15.51 Roll Cage
15.52 Wheels
15.53 Tires
15.54 Safety
15.55 Other
15.56 Series Decal and
Patches
16.0 Drawings
PREFACE
A World Racing Group, DIRTcar
Northeast and/or Super DIRTcar Series event is a competitive racing event which
is intended to be conducted and officiated in accordance with the rules herein
(the 2011 DIRTcar Northeast and/or Super DIRT Car Series Rule Book). These
rules provide the guideline for all events. The rule book may be amended from
time-to-time and special rules may be published and/or adjusted at any
particular event with the participants receiving prior notification. By
participating in these events, all participants agree to comply with these
rules and regulations.
The rules are not intended to
express or imply the warranty of safety as a result of publication of, or
compliance with the rules and regulations as stated herein. The rules are
intended to offer a guideline for the conduct and officiating of an event.
The Series Director shall be
empowered to permit any reasonable and/or appropriate amendment from any of the
specifications and/or procedures herein, or impose any further restriction that
in their opinion does not alter minimum acceptable requirements. Revisions to
the rules are not intended to express or imply the warranty of safety shall not
result from any such deviation or restriction of the specifications, rules
and/or procedures. Any interpretation of, deviation from, these rules herein,
are left to the discretion of the racing officials and their jurisdiction is
final.
Any visible equipment changes
and/or performance enhancing changes to previously approved DIRTcar Northeast
and/or Super DIRTcar Series racecars and/or equipment must be approved in
writing prior to introduction into competition by the DIRTcar Northeast and/or
Super DIRTcar Series officials. DIRTcar Northeast and/or Super DIRTcar Series
Officials reserve the right to immediately determine the legality and use of
any equipment that has not received prior written approval for introduction
into competition.
It is ultimately the obligation
of each participant to ensure their conduct and equipment complies with all of the
applicable rules, as they may be amended from time-to-time. The rules are in no
way a guarantee against injury and/or death to participants, spectators,
officials and/or others.
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1.0 Definition of Terms
The following terms, which
appear periodically throughout this Rule Book, have the following meanings:
A.) “World Racing Group - WRG”
– The trade name and registered mark of the World Racing Group.
B.) “DIRTcar Northeast and/or
Super DIRTcar Series Rule Book” – The rules in this Rule Book, as they may be
amended from time-to-time as provided in Sub-Section 1.1.
C.) “DIRTcar Northeast and/or
Super DIRTcar Series Officials” – Persons employed by World Racing Group and
appointed by World Racing Group to officiate as an employee or independent
contractor at an event.
D.) “DIRTcar Northeast and/or
Super DIRTcar Series Supervisory Officials” – The officers, employees and/or
agents of World Racing Group as designated herein and/or in World Racing Group
bulletin. World Racing Group may designate additional „Supervisory Officials‟ in a bulletin and/or verbally from time-to-time. The
World Racing Group, DIRTcar Northeast and/or Super DIRTcar Series Supervisory
Officials until further notice are as follows;
For All Events:
Joe Skotnicki, World Racing
Group DIRTcar Northeast and/or Super DIRTcar Series and/or Mr. DIRTcar Series
Tom Deery, World Racing Group,
President
Bob Dini DIRTcar Northeast
Technical Director
John Nelson, Mr. DIRTcar 358
Modified Series Modified Events
Chip Burdick, Mr. DIRTcar
Series Sportsman Modified Series Events
Denis Moquin, Mr. DIRTcar
Series, Pro Stock Events
E.) “Member” – An individual
who has been accepted by the World Racing Group as a Member pursuant to the
rules and whose membership has not expired, been suspended, cancelled and/or
terminated.
F.) “Event” – A World Racing
Group sanctioned event. The event includes the race and all ancillary activity
leading up to and following the conclusion of the event, including
registration/sign-in, inspection (pre and post-race), practice, time trials
and/or qualifying and/or participant meetings and it includes events affected
by inclement weather and/or postponed dates related thereto.
G.) “Promoter” - The
individual, partnership, corporation, joint venture and/or other legal entity
that, in connection with the Event, is designated as the “Promoter” in the
executed Sanction Agreement for the Event.
H.) “Competitor” – A driver,
car owner, crew member and/or any other person (other than a World Racing Group
Official) who participates competitively in a World Racing Group sanctioned
racing Event. Whenever the words Competitor, driver, car owner, mechanic, team
member and/or crew member are used unless the context indicates otherwise, the
term used shall be interpreted to include any driver, car owner, crew member
and/or other person assigned to or a member of the same racing team.
I.) “OEM” – Original Equipment
Manufacturer.
J.) “Modified, 358 Modified,
Sportsman and/or Pro Stock” – A specified racing vehicle that fits the specifications
set forth in this Rule Book.
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1.1 World Racing Group Rules:
A.) Effective Date – The Rules
are effective upon the date of publication by the World Racing Group for any
division and/or event, regardless of when a Competitor receives actual notice.
“Date of Publication” of the Rules or any amendments thereto is the earliest of
distribution from World Racing Group headquarters and/or release to the press.
B.) Amendment – The World
Racing Group rules may only be amended by publication of an amendment in an
issued pursuant to the authority of World Racing Group officials. An amendment
is effective upon the date of the publication, regardless when a competitor
receives the actual notice.
C.) Applicability – World
Racing Group issues various rule books, each of which includes in its title
reference to a particular World Racing Group sanctioned series or type of
event. The rules in each Rule Book are applicable to the Series and/or type of
Event set in the title of that Rule Book.
D.) Interpretation and
Application – If there is a disagreement or dispute regarding the meaning or
application of the rules, the interpretation and application of the Officials
at the event will prevail.
E.) Finality of Interpretation
and Application – The interpretation and application of the Rules by Officials
at the event shall be final and non-appealable, except as provided in
Section(s) 11 and 12 of the rulebook herein. ALL MEMBERS, INCLUDING COMPETITORS
AND OFFICIALS, EXPRESSLY AGREE THAT DETERMINATIONS BY WORLD RACING GROUP
OFFICIALS AS THE APPLICATION AND INTERPRETATION OF THE RULES ARE NON LITIGABLE,
AND THEY COVENANT THAT WILL NOT INITIATE OR MAINTAIN LITIGATION OF ANY KIND
AGAINST THE WORLD RACING GROUP OR ANYONE ACTING ON BEHALF OF THE WORLD RACING
GROUP, TO REVERSE OR MODFIFY SUCH DETERMINATIONS OR TO RECOVER DAMAGES OR TO
SEEK ANY OTHER KIND OF RELIEF AS A RESULT OF SUCH DETERMINATIONS, UNLESS THE
OFFICIALS MADE SUCH DETERMINATIONS FOR NO PURPOSE OTHER THAN A BAD FAITH INTENT
TO HARM OR CAUSE ECONOMIC LOSS TO THE MEMBER, COMPETITOR OR OFFICIAL. IF THE
MEMBER, COMPETITOR OR OFFICIAL INITIATES OR MAINTAINS LITIGATION IN VIOLATION
OF THE COVENANT, THAT MEMBER, COMPETITOR OR OFFICAL AGREES TO REIMBURSE WORLD
RACING GROUP FOR THE COSTS OF SUCH LITIGATION, INCLUDING ATTORNEY‟S FEES. EACH MEMBER, COMPETITOR OR OFFICIAL FURTHER
COVENANTS THAT IN ANY LITIGATION BROUGHT AGAINST WORLD RACING GROUP FOR ANY
REASON, IF THE LITIGATION IS NOT DISMISSED PURSUANT TO THIS COVENANT THE MATTER
WILL BE TRIED BEFORE A JUDGE OF COMPETENT JURISDICTION AND HEREBY WAVES ANY
RIGHT TO TRIAL BY JURY IN SUCH ACTION.
F.) Principal Rule of
Interpretation and Application – The rules are intended to ensure that
sanctioned events are conducted in a manner that is as fair as possible for all
competitors, consistent with prompt finality in competition results. On
occasion, circumstances will be presented that are either unforeseen and/or
otherwise extraordinary, in which strict application of the World Racing Group
rules may not achieve this goal. In such rare circumstances, the Officials, as
a practical matter, may make a determination regarding the conduct of an event,
the eligibility of a Competitor or similar matters that are not contemplated by
or are inconsistent with the World Racing Group rules, in order to achieve this
goal. From time-to-time in particular rules, Official Entry Blanks, Bulletins
and elsewhere, World Racing Group may use the term “EIRI” meaning “Except in
Rare Instances” to indicate the likelihood that such a determination may be
made..
G.) Special Rules – Special
rules may be made by the World Racing Group Officials for an event. Such
special rules shall apply to the conduct of the event if they are published or
announced prior to or during the event by means of Bulletin, newsletter,
telephone, fax and/or pre-race meeting.
Section 2 - Membership
2.1 Membership Eligibility
A.) Eligibility – World Racing
Group may, but is not required to accept as a Member, any individual or
business entity interested in racing so long as the individual entity has
properly and truthfully filed a World Racing Group application, has agreed to
abide the rules and paid the required fee as prescribed for membership as a
part of the DIRTcar Northeast and/or Super DIRTcar Series.
a.) At any time once a
Membership has been approved, the Member by receiving and accepting the
Membership Package has agreed to remain a Member in good standing. Any
Membership
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maybe terminated involuntarily
and/or suspended and/or voluntarily terminated. The Membership will also expire
each calendar year on the final day of the year – December 31st, and it is
required to complete the required application for Membership acceptance in the
new calendar year beginning on January 1.
B.) Competitive Eligibility –
All drivers competing in on-track activity at any event, including but not
limited to practice, time trials, qualifying races and/or the race/feature,
must sign a participant waiver form at the designated registration area prior
to any on track participation in any World Racing Group sanction event.
C.) Membership Cards
a.) All DIRTcar Northeast and/or Super DIRTcar Series
team Members in good standing, who carry a Membership Card, will be admitted
into the pits at the announced price for the event. Membership Cards must be
presented for any discounted price.
b.) Platinum Members, may be extended discounted or
complimentary admissions, and does not alter the card holders standing as a
Member.
c.) Each Member is responsible for lost or unauthorized
use of the Team Membership Cards. Each time a Card is requested to be replaced
a $150 fee will be charged.
d.) Corporate Sponsorship, guest cards and/or any
other valid membership card may not be used by any race participants, team
members, relatives and/or friends of participants.
e.) Any misuse of the Membership Card(s) will result
in the Card being revoked from its listed member.
D.) Restrictions
a.) Any driver who possesses a current DIRTcar Big
Block Modified and/or 358 Modified membership / license will not be permitted
to compete in any DIRTcar sanctioned Sportsman Modified, Pro Stock and/or
Street Stock event in the current season (2011).
b.) Driver‟s
that possessed a DIRTcar Big Block Modified and/or 358 Modified membership in
the previous racing season (2010) will not be permitted to compete in any
DIRTcar sanctioned Sportsman Modified, Pro Stock and/or Street Stock event in
the current season (2011). A driver may petition DIRTcar in writing for
permission to compete.
c.) A Pro Stock and/or Sportsman driver may race in a
DIRTcar Big Block Modified and/or 358 Modified sanctioned special event (not a
weekly event) by invitation only prior to Labor Day and must purchase an
upgraded membership for the event. The driver‟s
normal division of competition must not be in competition on the same night at
the same track.
2.2 Conduct
A.) General - All Members agree
to act in a professional manner as determined by World Racing Group Officials.
The professional manner includes, but is not limited to verbal representation,
written representation, any representation that may represent the World Racing
Group, the DIRTcar Northeast and/or Super DIRTcar Series, the sport of DIRTcar
Northeast and/or Super DIRTcar Series racing and/or motorsports in general
and/or any affiliates.
a.) All Members must arrive at Series races in a
timely manner so that they may participate in the entirety of the racing event.
b.) All Members will not be permitted to compete and/or
participate while under the influence of any alcoholic beverages and/or illegal
substances. If a member is found to be participating in such a manner an
immediate suspension of Membership will be activated as per the definition of
the rules in Sub-Section 2.5.
B.) Any member, during an
event; a competitor, crew chief, car owner, crew member and/or team
representative may be requested to report to the World of Outlaws Command
Center for consultation with World of Outlaws officials. The request may be
communicated over the one-way radio and/or verbally. Failure to comply with the
request will be subject to fine and/or suspension and/or any other action
deemed appropriate by World of Outlaws Officials and/or World Racing Group
Supervisory Officials.
2.3 Series Championship
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A.) Championship – The DIRTcar
Northeast and/or Super DIRTcar Series will award. Drivers points as based upon
their finish in each Series race as set forth in Section 10 of this rulebook.
At the end of the series scheduled season, the World Racing Group shall
announce one DIRTcar Northeast and/or Super DIRTcar Series Driver‟s Champion and they will be awarded championship prize
money as posted, based upon their cumulative point total for the series.
B.) Platinum Team Member Status
– Each calendar year teams that compete within the Super DIRTcar Big Block
Modified Series will be selected to compete as a Platinum Team Member as part
of the Series. The teams that are selected will be required to submit and
complete all proper documentation. Platinum Team Members may lose their status
if they are in violation of any part of the Agreement, which includes the rules
as stated herein.
C.) Banquet – Banquet
attendance is mandatory, unless extenuating circumstances present themselves,
for the receipt of point fund and/or any bonus post season awards.
2.4 Medical Exemption
A.) Any Platinum Driver that is
injured in a Super DIRTcar Big Block Modified Series and/or DIRTcar Northeast
event and unable to compete as a result, that team will be granted a medical
exemption. The driver may be required at the discretion of the World Racing
Group Officials to produce medical documentation.
a.) In the event of driver medical exemption the
driver has a 6-race (or 14-day) grace period, whichever occurs first, to
return. If the driver does not return within the specified time period, the
driver could forfeit their Platinum Benefits to include but not limited to
points, year end awards and/or the provisional starting positions for the next
season. The determination of forfeiture will be at the discretion of Super
DIRTcar and/or DIRTcar Northeast and/or World Racing Group Supervisory
Officials.
b.) Platinum member drivers will receive show-up
points per each event until the driver is able to resume his/her driving
duties.
c.) Any Platinum member driver and/or team unable to
compete because of any unforeseen circumstance, as determined by Super DIRTcar
Big Block Modified Series and/or DIRTcar Northeast Officials may qualify for
show-up points.
2.5 Substance Abuse
Policy/Explanation
A.) Substance Abuse
Policy/Explanation – The DIRTcar Northeast and/or Super DIRTcar Series will
distribute to all participants and/or members at the beginning of each calendar
year a specified Substance Abuse Policy. To be a member in good standing, the
policy must be completed and returned. The Substance Abuse Policy is an
addition to the „reasonable suspicion‟
policy. Reasonable suspicion will be determined at the discretion of World
Racing Group Officials.
3.0 Personal Safety Equipment –
ALL CARS, ALL DIVISIONS
3.1 General
A.) Each competitor is the
solely responsible of for the effectiveness and proper installation, per the
manufacturer‟s specifications, of personal safety equipment and
determining it to be adequate for competition at every event. Each competitor
is expected to investigate and educate themselves for continuing improvement
regarding their own personal safety equipment.
B.) Different safety
regulations may be in place depending on the local and/or state government
rules and/or laws and/or regulations in the specific location of the race
track. Helmet and seat belt dates and/or specified equipment requirements,
worn, utilized and/or otherwise may be different than specified in the DIRTcar
rule book. Contact your local track officials for more information regarding
this.
3.2 Seat Belt/Restraint System
A.) Each car will be equipped
with minimum five (5) point SFI 16.5 or SFI 16.1 approved restraint system,
until the date of the belt expiration (two years from the date of
manufacturer). Seat belt restraint systems shall be installed and used in
accordance with manufacturer‟s instructions.
Two inch (2”-inch) wide belts that meet the SFI 16.5 and/or SFI 16.1
specifications will be permitted.
B.) Seat belt material should
not be permitted to come in contact with any sharp or metal edge, including
when the material passes through the seat.
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C.) Rolled and/or deburred
and/or flanged edges or anywhere seat belt webbing passes through and may come
in contact with abrasive edges are recommended.
3.3 Protective Clothing
A.) All drivers will be
required to wear a fire resistant driving uniform meeting minimum of the SFI
3.2A/5 specification and display a valid SFI 3.2A/5 label.
B.) All drivers should wear
fire resistant accessories including but not limited to; head sock, under
garments, shoes, and socks. All drivers will be required to wear fire resistant
gloves. Shoes and gloves will be required to meet minimum of the SFI 3.3 specifications
and display a valid SFI 3.3 label.
3.4 Seats
A.) Aluminum and/or carbon
fiber-type composite seats only will be permitted. If a carbon fiber-type
composite seat is used it must meet the SFI 39.2 ratings. Aluminum seats with
an FIA and/or SFI rating are recommended. In 2012 all seats (aluminum and/or
carbon-fiber type) used in the Super DIRTcar Big Block Modified Series must
meet the SFI 39.2 rating. It is recommended in all other divisions that all
seats meet the SFI 39.2 rating. All seats must be mounted to the frame as
required by the seat and chassis manufacturer. Full containment seat(s) and/or
aftermarket bolt on head restraints are recommended.
B.) All areas surrounding the
head should have padding.
C.) A right side head restraint
net and/or support is recommended. All head restraint nets should be equipped
with quick release mechanisms.
D.) The driver‟s seat must be securely fastened to the frame and/or
cage in six positions with a minimum of six (6) 3/8”-inch bolts. There should
be a minimum of four (4) bolts on the bottom and two (2) in the back of the
seat. All seats must be a minimum of 1/8”-inch magnetic steel plate under and
up the back 4”inches and be as wide as the seat. Only single piece high back
type seats will be permitted.
3.5 Helmets
A.) All drivers will be
required to wear a full-face helmet with a minimum Snell safety rating of SA
2010 and/or 2005 and/or a valid SFI 31.1, SFI 31.2 and/or SFI 31.1 2000 label.
B.) At all times during any
event (practice, qualifying and competition) driver‟s that participate in the Super DIRTcar Big Block
Modified Series as a „Platinum and/or Gold‟
contracted driver must wear a head and neck restraint system with a valid SFI
38.1 label. For all other DIRTcar competitiors a Head and Neck restraint system
are recommended and will become mandatory for all competitors in the Mr.
DIRTcar Series competitors on January 1st, 2012. The head and neck restraint
system must be mounted and connected to the helmet per the helmet manufacturer
and head and neck manufacturer instructions.
C.) Arm restraints are
recommended and must be connected and used as instructed by the manufacturer.
3.6 Other General Safety Items
A.) Sharp and/or protruding
edges in and around the cockpit will not be permitted.
B.) Windshield screens should
be a minimum thickness of 0.090 inch and should be securely fastened to the
roll cage.
C,) A clearly marked electrical
engine shut off switch within the reach of the driver.
D.) A clearly marked fuel shut
off valve, labeled On and Off, must be mounted within reach of the driver. It
must be labeled with the word(s) “Fuel Shut Off”. Refer to the drawing in the
drawing section of this rule book.
E.) SFI-approved and labeled
seat, roll bar, knee and steering pads and/or padding is recommended.
F.) All cars must have a
driveline U-Joint scatter shields..
G.) All teams must have a fire
extinguisher in the rear of their transporter with the car number clearly
visible on the extinguisher. The fire extinguisher must be a minimum of 20lbs
and is recommended to FFF type chemical and/or Dupont FE-36 and/or equivalent.
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4.0 Licenses
A.) Any driver that intends to
participate in any racing event must possess a valid membership and also be
approved for competition in the Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Northeast.
Approval for competition will be made by the Super DIRTcar Series and/or
DIRTcar Northeast and/or the World Racing Group Supervisory Officials.
B.) Minimum age of
participation in Super DIRTcar Series event and/or DIRTcar Northeast Events is
16. Any drivers that are under 16-years of age and seek to participate in any
racing event must be approved in advance. Driver must participate in Youthful
Driver approval process. The driver must also be approved for competition by
the Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Northeast and/or the World Racing Group
Supervisory Officials.
4.1 DIRTcar Rookie Status
A.) A “Rookie” is determined by
a driver not starting in a division more then six (6) total times during the
driver‟s career. Rookie Status may only move upwards by
division, ie; a modified driver can not be a rookie in the 358-Modified,
Sportsman or Pro-Stock divisions. Rookie Status intentions must be declared,
via e-mail, to the Official Points keeper as early as possible in the season.
Rookies should make this contact after the start of the new season and no later
then Labor Day. Rookies declaring after Labor Day will not be permitted and
will not be recognized for the rookie of the year awards. Rookie of the Year is
determined by overall point standings at the end of the year.
5.0 Racing Event Procedures
The rules as stated herein will
cover the rules of the racing event. Rules of the racing event may be altered from
time-to-time by Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Northeast Officials. Racing
event procedures and/or racing event rules are final and non-appealable.
5.1 Pre-Race Inspection(s)
A.) All cars entered and
present at any Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Northeast Series event that
are intended to compete in the racing event, must pass pre-race inspection
prior to any on-track activity. Pre-race inspection may take place in a
specified area and/or in the regards of space directly at the team‟s transporter. Refusal to present vehicle or
preventing officials from completing pre-race inspection will result in
disqualification from that event and possible penalty and fines.
B.) At all Super DIRTcar Series
events, only one entry may be presented for pre-race inspection. Multiple cars
entered for one (1) driver will not be permitted.
C.) At all Super DIRTcar Big
Block Modified Series events, any competitor who competes with a car that does
not have a DIRTcar Big Block Modified engine as set forth in section 15.1 of
this rule book will forfeit 30-championship points.
5.2 Driver‟s Meeting(s)
A.) All drivers‟ or drivers representative, must attend the driver‟s meeting. A roll call may be taken. Drivers in
violation of not attending the Driver‟s
Meeting could face a fine, loss of driver‟s
points, owner‟s points and/or
suspension.
B.) The number of racecars
starting each event and the number of laps for each event may be announced at
the driver‟s meeting.
D.) Any changes in the basic event
night program due to car count, track conditions and/or any other circumstances
may be announced at the driver‟s meeting.
5.3 Inspection
Procedures/Legality
A.) Engines, chassis,
suspension, ignition/electrical, tires, fuel and/or sound/mufflers may be
inspected at any time.
B.) Fuel will be inspected
during periodic intervals utilizing a hydrometer and a dielectric tester. If by
chance DIRTcar Officials cannot positively identify the proper fuel at the
track, all winnings and points of that particular car from that particular
event will be held up until the fuel sample is sent to an independent
Laboratory for chemical analysis through a fuel chemist. If a fuel sample is
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determined to be chemically
analyzed, all winnings of that particular car from that particular racing event
will be held until the analysis has been completed and a determination has been
made by the World Racing Group, DIRTcar and/or Super DIRTcar Series Officials.
Upon completion of the laboratory findings a decision will be made by DIRTcar
Officials and/or World Racing Group Supervisory Officials.
C.) Super DIRTcar Series and/or
DIRTcar Officials may at their discretion, inspect any car entered for
competition in any racing event at any time.
D.) Super DIRTcar Series and/or
DIRTcar Officials may at their discretion, impound a part/component, engine
and/or any other components and/or the complete car for competitive and/or data
analysis.
5.4 Post Race Inspection(s)
A.) At the conclusion of each
race, cars will be instructed over the one-way radio to report directly to the
scale area. At the conclusion of the feature race, the winner must report to
the scales first. The number of cars to report to the scale / technical
inspection area will be announced at the driver‟s
meeting in addition to the one-way radio.
B.) Failure to report
immediately to the scale / technical inspection area may result in a
disqualification.
C.) If applicable, once the
winner has cleared the scales, he must proceed to victory lane and may be
required after the conclusion of the victory lane ceremony, to return to the
scale / technical inspection area.
D.) The Super DIRTcar Series,
DIRTcar and/or World Racing Group Officials at the event shall inform and/or
release cars from inspection upon conclusion of inspection. Any car removed
from inspection prior to the conclusion of inspection may be penalized.
5.5 Restrictions
A.) Once the racing program
(in-turn qualifying) has begun on any racing event, the changing of any tire on
any corner will be governed by the rule specifications set forth herein in the
Tire Section of this rule book.
B.) All work on the racecar,
once any race has been begun, must be completed in the designated work/pit area
unless informed otherwise.
C.) All cars will receive only
one (1) opportunity to start each race. If a car needs more then one (1)
opportunity, except for safety reasons, during any race, that car must start at
the rear of the field in that particular race.
D.) Drivers and/or team members
will not be permitted to tamper with track racing surface.
5.6 Entry/Pill Draw
A.) An entry fee may be charged
by the Super DIRTcar and/or any DIRTcar Series at selected events, announced
prior to the specified event.
B.) All drivers and/or teams entered
in any event must draw for a position in time trial qualifying at the
designated location. The drivers and/or teams are responsible for their own
pill draw. Only one (1) car may be entered per driver in any event.
a.) At all Super DIRTcar Big
Block Series events, drivers must declare at the pill draw whether they are
entering as a Big Block or 358 for the duration of the event.
C.) All pills will be drawn
prior to the driver‟s meeting. If a
driver and/or team entered and present at the event does not draw, that team
will be placed at the end of the qualifying order. In the event that there are
no time trials, then the driver and/or team will start at the rear of their
specified qualifying race.
5.7 Hot Laps/Practice
A.) All entered cars will hot lap
by the time trial/qualifying (group format) order. Example; the first ten
(1-10) cars in the time trial qualifying order will hot lap followed (11-20)
and so on. The AMB Scoring Transponder must be mounted on the race car prior to
hot laps.
B.) If track packing is
required. Any car that does not participate will be given only one (1) time
trial lap for that event.
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5.8 Qualifying/Time Trials/Heat
Races/B-Mains
A.) In all events, the driver
qualifies. If for any reason, a driver and car match-up in any race is
separated then only the driver is considered qualified.
B.) If a car/team switches
cars, for any reason, that car must start at the rear of all races in which
that car/team has qualified for on the same day. If, for any reason, a race
must be run on a different day after qualifying is completed, the driver may
start the race in the earned qualifying position even if not in the car
originally presented for qualifying.
C.) Qualifying will consist of
a group format time trial session with consecutive timed laps unless otherwise
noted. Changes to the qualifying procedure will be at the discretion of the
Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Officials. Any type of „wave-off‟ is not permitted. Once the car enters the racing
surface that is their qualifying attempt if the car does not post a time or
fails to complete a lap and posts „no time‟
they will start last in a heat race.
D.) Qualifying will take place
in the order of the pill draw. Each car and/or team must qualify with their
specified group for their own qualifying opportunity. If the group is missed by
more than two spots the late car will take time at the end of the group and
will receive only one qualifying lap. The best position a car that does not
qualify in its specified group will be 17th position.
E.) The cars and/or teams that
are late must be in line before the last scheduled group begins its qualifying
attempt. Time trials will be closed once the final group is in line and has
started their qualifying attempt and have started their time trial.
F.) In the event of two or more
cars post the same time in time trials, the tie breaker will be the fastest
other lap time recorded in time trials. If this does not break the tie, the tie
will be broken by the qualifying order draw. In the event that one (1) lap
qualifying is utilized the tie breaker will be the qualifying order draw.
G.) In the event that a
qualified car for the feature is unable to take the initial green, the first
non-qualified car will be taken as the alternate starter for the feature event.
The original qualified car will not receive points for the feature race. If a
qualified car takes the initial green flag and then falls out of the race,
there will not be an alternate starter added to the race and the original qualified
car will receive only last place points for the feature.
H.) Once any driver has
completed their qualifying attempt by taking the checkered flag, that driver
must drive to the technical inspection area to scale the car for the minimum
weight requirement. (From time-to-time, some events may require scaling the
cars prior to qualifying).
I.) In the event of inclement
weather, it is at the discretion of the Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar
Series Director and/or World Racing Group Supervisory Officials to alter the
qualifying process.
J.) In the event of inclement
weather, following the conclusion of time trials each driver present receives
show up points.
5.9 Heat Races
A.) All drivers entered in any
event will be scheduled to compete in a heat race.
B.) The heat race lineups will
be determined by the results of time trials. The fastest time driver in time
trials will draw a pill to determine the inversion for the starting position of
the heat races.
C.) The number of laps in the
heat races and amount of cars transferring from the heat race(s) will be
announced at the drivers meeting by Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar
Officials.
D.) All cars that transfer from
the heat race(s) must report to the technical inspection area immediately following
the completion of their heat race to scale the car for the minimum weight
requirement. In the event that a competitor fails to report to the scale area
following the completion of the event, the driver will be immediately
disqualified from that race, unless otherwise directed by Super DIRTcar Series
and/or DIRTcar Officials.
E.) There will be a redraw for
starting position amongst the top finishers in each qualifying/heat race. The
number of drivers that participate in the redraw will be determined by the
number of heat race(s) run during any given event night and will be announced
at the driver‟s meeting.
F.) Any driver transferring
from the heat race(s) to the feature race that does not qualify for the redraw
will line up for the feature race based upon the driver‟s finish in the heat race.
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G.) Any driver that does not
transfer from the heat race(s) to the feature race will be assigned to compete
in a „B‟-Main and/or consolation event/race(s).
5.10 „B-Main(s)‟
A.) The „B-Main‟ race(s) line up will be determined by the finishing
order of the heat race(s).
B.) The number of laps of the
B-Main will be based on the overall car count for the event and announced at
the driver‟s meeting.
C.) All cars that transfer from
the „B-Main‟ must report to the technical inspection area
immediately following the completion of the race to scale the car for the
minimum weight requirement. In the event that a competitor fails to report to
the scale area following the completion of the event, the driver will be
immediately disqualified from that race, unless otherwise directed by Super
DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Officials.
D.) The lineup(s) for multiple
day events will be determined once it has been determined how many cars have
returned for the second day of competition and announced at the driver‟s meeting.
5.11 Backup Cars
A.) A backup car may be
introduced at any time between qualifying and the start of the A-feature, with
permission from the Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Director. An additional
entry/inspection fee will be due for the introduction of any backup car where
applicable. Any such change will result in the driver starting at the rear of
the race in which the driver has qualified for. If a driver changes cars after
practice, that driver will remain in his drawn position for time trial
qualifying. If a backup car is introduced, the car must pass pre-race technical
inspection prior to any competition. Once a car has been withdrawn from an
event, that car will not be allowed to be resubmitted to competition during
that event. If a driver starts the race in a backup car and does not start the
event from the rear of the field a penalty may be issued.
5.12 Starts
A.) The start of each race will
be preceded with an eight (8) minute air horn to begin the eight (8) minute
period. The eight (8) minute sound will be followed by another warning four (4)
minutes prior to the start of the race. All cars and drivers must be on the
starting grid for driver introductions at the completion of the eight (8)
minute period. If the driver is not present that driver‟s starting position will be forfeited and that driver
will start from the tail of the field. If more than one (1) driver is late, the
drivers will start at the tail of the feature in the order of their qualified
position.
B,) The race will begin
immediately once the racing surface is clear and the cars are properly aligned
in their assigned starting positions. The number of pace laps will be announced
at the driver‟s meeting.
C.) Any driver, team, and/or
car, who purposely attempts to hold up the start of any race will be placed at
the rear of the lineup and could be disqualified from the event, suspended
and/or fined at the discretion of the Super DIRTcar and/or DIRTcar Northeast
Series Officials. Any car that needs to be push started must start at the rear
of the field.
D.) Once the allotted time
(announced at the driver‟s meeting)
allowed for being on the track, ready to race, has expired, any late car will
be penalized. Any car that starts after the field has started assembling must
start at the rear of the field. This rule may be adjusted from time-to-time,
“EIRI”, at the discretion of the Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Director.
E.) All double-file
starts/restarts will take place at a consistent speed, with cars side-by-side
in rows of two throughout the field. Consistent speed will be at the discretion
of Super DIRTcar and/or DIRTcar Northeast Series Officials. The initial start
will take place at a designated area that will be identified at the driver‟s meeting. Any car out of line and/or passing before
this point will be penalized. If an offending car is located on the last row of
the starting grid then that car is allowed to restart but will be penalized 2
positions from its finishing position. If the same car commits a second offense
it may be disqualified from that event.
F.) In the event that the race
is not properly started by the two (2) front row cars, the responsible car(s)
will be moved to the second row. Failure to acknowledge and comply with the
“move back” signal will result in instant disqualification from the racing
event.
G.) The field may accelerate
when the green flag is displayed, but the leader is the control car and must
fire first. Any passing before the green flag is displayed will not be
permitted.
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H.) Alternate starters for any
race will not be permitted to start any race after the original start has taken
place.
I.) If only one (1) car is
involved in a caution on the original start or before one (1) lap is completed,
the car and/or car(s) that brought out the caution will lineup at the rear of
the field and the race will have a complete restart for the remainder of the
field
J.) One (1) complete lap must
be completed before the race is restarted using a restart lineup.
K.) In the event that car(s)
move to the back of the field, cars move forward by row and do not „cross-over‟ to fill in the original starting lineup.
5.13 Restarts
A.) All restarts will be a
double-file after the completion of the first lap of competition in any race.
In all restarts lead lap cars will move to the front with lap down cars moving
to the tail end of the field. All restarts that take place with 25-laps or less
remaining in any feature event will be single file with lead lap cars to the
front with lapped cars moving to the tail end of the field.
B.) All restarts will take
place with the lead lap cars moved to the front of the field. Lapped cars will
pull to the inside and fall in behind the last car on the lead lap in their
order of running.
C.) The restart area will be
designated at the driver‟s meeting.
D.) All restarts will take
place at a consistent speed. Consistent speed will be at the discretion of
Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Officials.
E.) Passing may begin once the
leader accelerates and passes the designated restart point and the green flag
is displayed.
F.) If a car passes to the left
of the designated restart point and/or passes another car before reaching the
designated restart point and/or is not in a proper nose-to-tail alignment
and/or is guilty of an excessive gap between cars, then that car will be
penalized. If there are multiple violations, the car may be disqualified from
the event.
G.) If the leader is unable to
properly restart the race after the one (1) attempt, the leader will be
penalized two (2) positions.
H.) When an infraction occurs
on a restart, Super DIRTcar and/or DIRTcar Northeast Officials shall exercise
their discretion and allow the race to continue, not calling for another
restart, and then penalize the offending car(s) under yellow flag conditions or
at the conclusion of the race. The offending car(s) will be penalized.
I.) Any cars that require a
push start during a caution period, will be considered involved in the incident
which brought out the yellow flag and that car will have to restart at the rear
of the field.
J.) Any cars that stop, either
on the racing surface and/or in the pit/designated work area, during a caution
period will be required to restart from the rear of the field.
K.) Any cars that are involved
in a red flag situation will be required to restart at the rear of the field,
including cars that go to the pits during a red flag situation.
L.) Any car that stops due to
the red flag being displayed will be permitted one (1) opportunity at a push
start provided the car was not involved in the incident. If the car does not
fire it will be pushed back to the designated pit/work area and once restarted
must start from the rear of the field.
M.) Any car that stops because
of a blocked track, at the discretion of the Super DIRTcar Series and/or
DIRTcar Officials, will not be considered involved in the red or yellow flag.
N.) Any car that is black
flagged for consultation during a caution period will retain its position only
if the Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Officials deem the car „clear‟ and permit it to return directly to competition
without adjustment.
5.14 Racing
A.) Any car that does not race
on the designated racing surface in order to better its position will be black
flagged and penalized at the discretion of the Super DIRTcar Series and/or
DIRTcar Officials.
B.) Prior to the start of the
feature race, on-track, outside the car introductions will be scheduled. In the
event of inclement weather and/or other schedules the Super DIRTcar Series
and/or DIRTcar director may change this.
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C.) A pace car may be utilized
to pace the field prior to the start of the event and on all restarts. Passing
of the pace car, unless otherwise instructed to do so by the Super DIRTcar
Series and/or DIRTcar race director will not be permitted.
D.) Any car that spins during
green flag racing conditions and is involved in an incident and/or has a
problem, but does not bring out the yellow flag and/or create a caution period,
will blend back into the field where the driver is able to do so. If there is a
caution period the Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Officials will determine
the placement of the car(s) involved. The placement of the car will be where
the car blended back into the field.
E.) At the discretion of the
Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Official any car that is involved in two
(2) single car spins that are unaided may be disqualified from the event. If
the car spins unaided for third time it will result in automatic
disqualification from the event.
F.) At the discretion of the
Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Official any car that intentionally brings
out a caution period may be penalized and/or disqualified from the event.
G.) All races must be completed
in a “green-white-checker” finish. Any race may be extended past its advertised
distance with a “green-white-checker” finish. This means if the yellow flag is
displayed or caution lights illuminated prior to the leader receiving the
checkered flag, that race will be restarted and run for two consecutive laps
before completion.
H.) If a race is red flagged
due to weather conditions and cars are sent to the pits, then any and all work
is permitted.
I.) Cars that pit during the
course of a race for service and/or repair may re-enter the race under green
flag conditions once release and instructed to do so by Super DIRTcar Series
and/or DIRTcar Officials.
J.) Hand signals, colored
gloves and pit boards will be permitted during the event for the sole purpose
of communicating with drivers. Flashlight and/or two-way radio communication
with drivers will not be permitted.
5.15 General Racing Equipment
and/or Requirements
A.) Two-way radios will be
permitted at specified events for specified divisions, including events that
have and/or include pitstops, whether required or mandatory.
B.) All competitors in all
DIRTcar divisions (Big Block Modifieds, 358 Modifieds, Sportsman Modifieds
and/or Pro Stocks) are required to have, in working condition, an approved
(Raceceiver and/or Racing Electronics) one-way radio system to aid in line ups
and/or the use of race control to manage the racing event.
C.) All cars must have and/or
provide the adequate hardware for the attachment of the AMB TRANS X 260
Transponder. Please refer to the drawing/diagram.
5.16 Special Event (Events that
require Pit Stops) – Cars, Equipment and/or Procedures
A.) In any event that requires a
pit stop and/or refueling, the use of two (2) dump/refueling cans at the same
time will not be permitted. Only one (1) dump/refueling can, which may not
exceed 12 US Gallons in capacity, will be permitted at one time.
B.) Car(s) may not be pushed
past the flagman located at the end/exit of pit road.
C.) Once a race has taken the
original green flag and laps have started counting, cars may be started by hand
pushing in the pit area and/or on pit road only. Push trucks may be available
and will be signaled by race control for a mechanical push start if required.
In events that utilize a pit road for servicing the car with a pit crew, push
trucks will not be permitted to push start and/or push cars off of pit road and
back into competition, unless directed to do so by the Super DIRTcar Series
and/or DIRTcar race director.
D.) Cars may only enter pit
road for pit stops from the defined pit road entrance Cars must travel on pit
road in a counter-clockwise direction only.
E.) When multiple cars are
pitting and enter pit road, they must enter in single file. Passing on pit road
will not be permitted. Cars must stay as far to the rights as possible on pit
lane before entering the required pit stall and must maintain „pit road speed‟ as designated by the pace car on pace laps. Exceeding
the pit road speed and/or passing on pit road may result in a penalty at the
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discretion of Super DIRTcar,
DIRTcar and/or World Racing Group Officials. „Pit road speed‟ will be in effect for entering and exiting the pit
road.
F.) All pit stop service must
be completed in the assigned pit stall.
G.) Only six (6) pit crew
members will be permitted over the wall to service the vehicle at any time. The
use of any additional crew members may result in a penalty. Five (5) pit crew
members to service the car and one (1) to handle the catch can. All crew
members going over the wall (limit five plus the catch can person), must be
equipped with helmets. All fueling personnel (gasman and catch can person) must
have a full-faced helmet, fire resistant gloves and fire resistant fire suit
and/or a uniform that has been treated with a fire resistant substance. It is
recommended that the gasman with dump can and catch can man have a fire
retardant apron in addition to the fire retardant suit. This rule applies for
both the Super DIRTcar Series and/or Mr. DIRTcar 358-Modified Championship
where refueling is required during a pitsop.
H.) In a 200 lap event, there
will be one (1) mandatory pit stop any time after the completion of lap 50.
During caution periods after the conclusion of lap 50, the caution will remain
out to give teams the opportunity to pit and for the field to „cycle‟ through required pitstops (a minimum of three (3)
laps of caution).
I.) For a pit stop to be
considered official, the car must come to a complete stop in its assigned pit
stall.
J.) In events were pit stops
may be required, pit road will remain closed until the pace vehicle has control
of the field. If a car enters pit road prior to pit road being „opened‟ the minimum penalty will be that car being placed to
the tail end of the field and the maximum penalty will be the loss of one (1)
lap. Cars that have been damaged and/or require repairs and/or assistance will
be permitted on pit road before it is open, however, if they are able to return
to the race, they must restart at the rear of the field.
K.) In an event that requires
two-way radio communication, the one-way radio must be used „in-line‟ with the two-way radio system.
L.) It is recommended that all
teams have a sign posted approximately ten (10‟)
feet in the air in front of the air assigned pit areas displaying their car
number and color scheme. The sign should be legible for officials to facilitate
the delivery of messages from race control.
M.) In the event of inclement
weather and/or unforeseen circumstances that prevent the completion of the
advertised distance of the event, the race will be considered official after
half of the event has been completed. The car leading at the time of the red flad
and/or signal of the event completion, will be considered the winner regardless
of whether the car has made the mandatory pit stop before that time.
5.17 Flag Rules/Officials
Signals
A.) Green Flag;
a.) When the starter
displays the green flag, the track is open for racing.
b.) The green flag
signifies the start of any race and/or time trial run.
c.) Passing will not be
permitted before the green flag is displayed at the designated point.
B.) Yellow Flag;
a.) When the yellow flag is displayed and/or the
yellow caution lights are illuminated, this signifies a caution period.
b.) When the yellow flag is displayed and/or caution
lights illuminated passing will not be permitted unless instructed to do so by
Super DIRTcar and/or DIRTcar Northeast Officials.
C.) Red Flag;
a.) When the red flag is displayed all cars on the
racing surface and in the pit areas must come to a complete stop in a
controlled manner, while not stopping and/or driving through the area of the
incident.
b.) At the discretion of the Super DIRTcar Series
and/or DIRTcar Officials a work area may be designated on the racing surface.
All cars will be moved to the designated work area on the racing surface before
work begins.
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c.) During any red flag situation all drivers, unless
involved in the incident, must remain in their car unless otherwise instructed
by Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Officials.
d.) If any car enters and/or moves during a red flag
period, including entering the pit and/or designated work area, the car will be
penalized a minimum of one (1) lap and will restart the race at the rear of the
field.
e.) If the race is red flagged due to inclement
weather conditions work and tire changes will be permitted.
f.) If the race is „called‟ due to inclement weather conditions and/or any other
circumstances any car that enters the pits/work area prior to the end of the
event, that car will be scored at the rear of the field.
g.) During any red flag, once the field is stopped,
the race director may offer the opportunity for any car to pit by signaling to
do so with instruction over the one-way radio. Any car that pits for service
during the red flag period will surrender it‟s
running position and have to restart at the rear of the field and/or if the
race is cancelled due to inclement weather, the car will be scored behind those
cars which did not pit..
D.) Black Flag;
a.) If the black flag is displayed, then the driver
that the flag is being displayed toward must bring their car to designated
pit/work area immediately for consultation. The car will not be scored after
three consecutive laps of from the point that the black flag originally had
been displayed.
b.) In the event that the black flag is displayed
toward a car during a caution period and the car is cleared by Super DIRTcar
Series and/or DIRTcar officials, the car will maintain and/or return to its
position in the running order of the race as instructed to do so by the
officials.
E.) White Flag;
a.) When the white flag is displayed this signifies
that the leader of the race and/or the car that is qualifying has started the
last lap of that event.
F.) Checkered Flag;
a.) The checkered flag signifies the completion of the
event. All cars must past underneath the checkered flag to be scored correctly
on the final lap of the event.
b.) Any race and/or qualifying attempt is not
completed until the checkered flag is displayed.
G.) Officials Signals;
a.) All drivers must obey signals, communications,
blackboard(s) and/or any other Official‟s
communications that assist in the direction and facilitation of creating proper
lineups and/or the process of completing the event.
6.0 Scoring Procedures
A.) All races are scored at the
designated start/finish line.
B.) The original starting
lineup will be posted by Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Officials after
the completion of all qualifying events.
C.) The restart lineups will be
derived from the official scorer‟s
lap and line scored sheets. In the event that there is a discrepancy in scoring
to reset any lineup position scoring will revert to the last completed green
flag lap to derive the lineup.
D.) After the first completed
green flag lap, when the caution is displayed all cars that were scored under
green flag conditions will hold that scored position with all other cars lining
up according to their last completed green flag scored lap. This partial lap
will count toward the event‟s total number
of laps. Racing back to the start/finish line will not be permitted and in the
event that there is an on-track scoring dispute, the chief scorer will refer to
the last completed green flag lap to resolve the dispute.
E.) A lap will not be scored on
the original start and/or any restart unless all cars complete the lap by
passing through the start/finish line except for the cars involved in the
incident.
F.) In the event that caution
and/or red flag is displayed with the checkered flag simultaneously that race is
completed. The cars not crossing the finish line will be scored according to
their position in their last completed green flag lap.
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G.) In the event of inclement
weather and/or unforeseen circumstances, a race may be called complete short of
its entire distance, once it has reached half of the scheduled distance. The
race at that point will be scored by the restart lineup.
H.) In the event of unforeseen
circumstances, the specified laps of any race may change from the original
posted number of laps.
I.) All cars are required to be
equipped with an AMB tranx260 transponder securely mounted on the specified
location. It is the competitor‟s responsibility
to ensure proper installation and working condition of the transponder.
6.2 Handicapping
A.) The number of cars to be
qualified be decided by the track handicapper and announced before the first
heat race of each night.
B.) A driver may attempt to
qualify only once during qualifying heats. Any driver may attempt to qualify a
second car during the consolation events.
C.) A driver must drive the
last car that the driver qualified in the feature. The car(s), even if
qualified are not eligible for competition. In the event a driver qualifies a
car and the car must be scratched, a driver may switch to a back-up car but
must start from the rear of the field.
D.) In the event of twin
features, a driver may use one car in the first feature and may use a
difference car in the next feature but must start the second feature at the
back of the field if the driver switches cars.
E.) It is the responsibility of
the driver to report driver changes DIRTcar, Super DIRTcar and/or Track
Officials.
F.) Drivers that change cars
must start the feature from the rear. Failure to do so may result in a penalty
and/or disqualification and/or not being scored in the race.
G.) Cars and/or drivers must
only compete in one division at any given sanctioned event, unless by
invitation or with approval from the handicapper.
H.) The driver must have a
current license/membership for each division and/or purchase a single-event
license in order to compete.
I.) For all Super DIRTcar Big
Block Modified Series race only: Provisional starting positions will be
available in championship series races. A provisional start must start behind
all other cars. Provisional starters must have attempted to qualify in a
preliminary event in order to start the main event.
J.) At all Super DIRTcar Series
events and selected events for other Mr. DIRTcar divisions, time trials will be
used as a basis for qualifying procedures. All drivers will draw for time trial
order and/or heat line up.
K.) Points are official when
posted on the pit board. If there is a mistake, the owner and/or driver has
five (5) days from the posting to protest.
7.0 Payoff and Pit Procedures
A.) All paid purses, appearance
money and/or other awards and/or funds as outlined in the promoter‟s contract shall be paid to the car owner and/or
designated owner‟s
representative.
8.0 Provisional and Alternate
Starting Positions
A.) If provisional‟s are permitted in the Feature event; the car(s) will
earn full Super DIRTcar and/or DIRTcar Northeast points.
B.) All 2011 Super DIRTcar
Series Platinum Member Teams are “preferred provisional starters” provided they
attempted to qualify for that feature event. “Preferred Provisional Starts” are
limited to four (4) starting positions per season. Any non-platinum member(s)
in the top-12 in series maybe considered a “non-paid” provisional. After five
series races positions 13 through 15 may also carry a “non paid” provisional
starting consideration. Only two (2) “non-paid” provisional starters maybe
start a race unless otherwise altered by the Super DIRTcar Series Officials.
“Non-Paid” Provisional
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starters will forfeit last
place prize money to start the feature race. The maximum number of provisionals
that any one driver may in a single season is four (4).
C.) Any provisional starters
will fall in line at the rear of the Feature.
D.) Only two (2) Super DIRTcar
Series Championship Point Standing „paid‟
provisional positions will be permitted for each Event‟s Feature.
E.) In the event that
provisional positions are not used by any driver attempting to qualify for the feature
event, the remaining available positions open for the feature will be awarded
to the next fastest qualifier(s) from time trials, who have attempted to
qualify for the feature.
F.) At tracks where a weekly
DIRTcar Northeast program is raced and pointed, the promoter may install a
promoter‟s optional starter identically paid and pointed as the
Super DIRTcar Series provisional starting positions.
G.) In the event that a car
qualified for the Feature is unable to present itself no later than the final
pace lap prior to the initial green flag, the first non qualified car will be
taken as the alternate for the Feature event. The original qualified car will
not receive points for the Feature race. If a qualified car takes the initial
green flag and then falls out of the race, no alternate will be taken and that
car will receive only last place points for the Feature.
9.0 Racing Programs Special
Event Shows
A.) There may be special event
shows during the year that do not follow the standard Super DIRTcar and/or
DIRTcar racing formats. When such events occur all teams will be informed of
specific program and/or procedural changes for that particular event. All
racing programs are subject to change and any such changes will be explained at
the driver‟s meeting.
B.) All cars entered in a Super
DIRTcar and/or DIRTcar sanctioned event must have the Super DIRTcar and/or
DIRTcar Northeast decals and contingency program decals displayed in a visible
area on both sides of the car.
C.) From time-to-time mandatory
autograph sessions will be scheduled. Drivers will be notified of attendance
and location at selected events.
D.) The top four (4) drivers in
the Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Championship Point Standings entering
the event may be required to be present for the autograph session.
E.) If any driver fails to
report to any autograph session a written penalty may be issued, which could
result in loss of points and/or fine(s).
10.0 Points Breakdown
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Big Block |
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Regular |
Challenge |
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Weekly |
Series |
Series |
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1 |
60 |
100 |
150 |
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2 |
56 |
95 |
145 |
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3 |
52 |
90 |
140 |
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4 |
50 |
85 |
135 |
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5 |
48 |
80 |
130 |
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6 |
46 |
76 |
125 |
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7 |
44 |
72 |
120 |
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8 |
42 |
68 |
116 |
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9 |
40 |
65 |
112 |
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10 |
38 |
62 |
108 |
|
11 |
36 |
60 |
104 |
|
12 |
34 |
58 |
100 |
|
13 |
32 |
56 |
96 |
|
14 |
30 |
54 |
92 |
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15 |
28 |
52 |
88 |
|
16 |
27 |
50 |
84 |
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|
17 |
26 |
48 |
80 |
|
18 |
25 |
46 |
77 |
|
19 |
24 |
45 |
74 |
|
20 |
23 |
44 |
71 |
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21 |
22 |
43 |
68 |
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22 |
21 |
42 |
65 |
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23 |
20 |
41 |
62 |
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24 |
20 |
40 |
60 |
|
25 |
20 |
40 |
58 |
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26 |
20 |
40 |
56 |
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27 |
20 |
40 |
54 |
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28 |
20 |
40 |
52 |
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29 |
20 |
40 |
51 |
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30 |
20 |
40 |
50 |
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40 |
50 |
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40 |
50 |
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10 |
20 |
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show up |
show up |
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Points |
points |
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A.) 10 (show-up) points will be
awarded to all members in good standing, who attempt to qualify a car, but
fails to qualify for the feature event. In certain events there may be 20
(show-up) points awarded.
B.) If a race is cancelled and rescheduled
and a member in good standing is unable to return due to extenuating
circumstances then that member may be awarded show-up points if they were
present and prepared to race on the original date.
C.) If a race is cancelled
after time trials have been completed due to inclement weather „show up‟ points will be awarded to each driver in attendance.
D.) In the event that a tie
should occur in the final Championship Point Standings at the end of the
season, the tie will not be broken.
Bonus Point Schedule;
DIRTcar Overall Point Standings
will be computed by adding points earned at Series races to Track Bonus Points,
issued after Labor Day Weekend. Track Bonus points are based on a driver‟s best “home” track standings. A driver must have a
minimum of five (5) starts at an individual track to earn “Home” Track Bonus
Points.
Home Track Bonus Points will be
awarded on the following schedule
Track Bonus Points for 2011
• 1st 1000
• 2nd 985
• 3rd 975
• 4th 965
• 5th 955
• 6th 945
• 7th 940
• 8th 935
• 9th 932
• 10th 930
• 11th 928
• 12th 926
• 13th 924
• 14th 922
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• 15th 920
• 16th 918
• 17th 916
• 18th 914
• 19th 912
• 20th 910
• 21st 908
• 22nd 906
• 23rd 904
• 24th 902
• 25th 900
11.0 Penalties, Fine Schedules and
Protests
A.) The Super DIRTcar Series
and/or DIRTcar conducts itself as the top Modified Racing Series in North
America and expects its members to conduct themselves in a professional manner
at all times during any event and/or when representing the series. Car Owners,
Drivers and Crew Chiefs are responsible for the conduct of their team members
and/or anyone connected to or affiliated with that owner‟s team, in addition to being responsible for all
infractions, technical and/or non-technical in nature. In the event that a
penalty is issued, only active DIRTcar Members in good standing, have the right
to an appeal, if the penalty is appealable. All fines that are listed in
sub-section 11.1 are in regard to the initial penalty. Multiple infractions of the
same type will increase the severity of the penalty.
11.1 Penalties and Fine
Schedules
A.) All fines may be collected from prize money on the
day of the infraction. If the competitor has not won appropriate money, the
fine must be paid in full before the car and/or driver participates in another
Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar sanctioned event.
B.) Any member that attempts to and/or does physically
abuse any event official, including pushing, punching, touching, grabbing
and/or grabbing the official‟s equipment,
etc., will be subject to disqualification and/or fine and/or suspension and/or
legal action and/or any other action deemed appropriate by Super DIRTcar Series
and/or DIRTcar Officials and/or World Racing Group Supervisory Officials.
Minimum = $50; Maximum = $5,000.
C.) Any member that verbally abuses any event official
will be subject to disqualification and/or fine and/or suspension and/or legal
action and/or any other action deemed appropriate by Super DIRTcar Series
and/or DIRTcar Officials and/or World Racing Group Supervisory Officials.
Minimum = $50; Maximum = $500
D.) Any member that attempts to push and/or start
their racecar off from the wrong area and/or does not stop in the designated
area as to cause undue confusion and/or delay will be subject to fine and/or
suspension and/or any other action deemed appropriate by Super DIRTcar Series
and/or DIRTcar Officials and/or World Racing Group Supervisory Officials.
Minimum = $50; Maximum = $500
E.) Any member who fails to stop for and/or allow
post-race inspection will be subject to disqualification and/or fine and/or
suspension and/or any other action deemed appropriate by Super DIRTcar Series
and/or DIRTcar Officials and/or World Racing Group Supervisory Officials.
Minimum = $50; Maximum = $500.
F.) Any member that attempts to and/or passes the pace
vehicle (unless instructed to do so) will be subject to disqualification and/or
fine and/or suspension and/or any other action deemed appropriate by Super
DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Officials and/or World Racing Group Supervisory
Officials. Maximum = $100.
G.) Any member that attempts to drive roughly and/or
bumps another competitor unnecessarily will be subject to disqualification
and/or fine and/or suspension and/or any other action deemed appropriate by
Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Officials and/or World Racing Group
Supervisory Officials. Minimum = $50; Maximum = $5,000.
H.) Any member that attempts to use illegal fuel will
be subject to disqualification and/or fine and/or suspension and/or loss of
points and/or any other action deemed appropriate by Super
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DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Officials and/or World
Racing Group Supervisory Officials. Minimum = $100; Maximum = $5,000.
I.) Any member that violates any technical rule as
presented within the rulebook and/or issued in a written bulletin will be
subject to disqualification and/or fine and/or suspension and/or loss of points
and/or any other action deemed appropriate by Super DIRTcar Series and/or
DIRTcar Officials and/or World Racing Group Supervisory Officials. Minimum =
$50.
a.) The penalty schedule for any violations “technical
in nature will be as follows;
1. In the event of any illegal internal modification
to any GM Performance Parts Crate Engine and/or DIRTcar Spec Engine and/or
tampering of any manufacturer and/or DIRTcar seal a minimum of a 1-year
suspension and indefinite probation period.
2. For subsequent violations in regard to any illegal
internal modification to any GM Performance Parts Crate Engine and/or DIRTcar
Spec Engine an indefinite suspension will be issued.
3. For any violation in weight following any scaling
process a loss of position, loss of qualified and/or qualifying position, disqualification
and/or loss of points and/or loss of purse and prize money awarded and/or
suspension and/or probation will be issued and based solely at the discretion
of DIRTcar and/or Super DIRTcar and/or World Racing Group officials based on
the severity, nature and intent of the violation.
4. For any other violation that is “technical in
nature” the penalty that is issued will be based solely at the discretion of
DIRTcar and/or Super DIRTcar and/or World Racing Group officials, based on the
severity, nature and intent of the violation.
5. For any violation in which a competitor is found to
be using an electronic and/or data recording device and/or telemetry and/or
device that indicates any form of traction control an immediate indefinite
suspension and/or loss of points and/or loss of purse and prize money awarded
based solely at the discretion of DIRTcar and/or Super DIRTcar and/or World
Racing Group officials based on the severity, nature and intent of the
violation.
J.) Any member that attempts and/or is found to be
using tires that are found to be illegal in any manner will be suspect to
disqualification and/or fine and/or suspension and/or loss of points and/or any
other action deemed appropriate by Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar
Officials and/or World Racing Group Supervisory Officials. The minimum penalty
will be as follows: disqualification from the event, a fine of 1,000
championship points, loss of all earned purse and/or reward money from the
event, a fine equal to and/or more than the purse money rewarded for the event
and/or a minimum suspension up to six (6) months in duration.
K.) Any member that attempts to or uses an illegal
motor will be subject to disqualification and/or fine and/or suspension and/or
loss of points and/or any other action deemed appropriate by Super DIRTcar
Series and/or DIRTcar Officials and/or World Racing Group Supervisory
Officials. Minimum = $500; Maximum = $5,000.
L.) Any member that fails to stop for a red flag or
drives through the incident area will be subject to disqualification and/or
fine and/or suspension and/or loss of points and/or any other action deemed
appropriate by Super DIRTcar and/or DIRTcar Northeast and/or World Racing Group
Supervisory Officials. Minimum = $50; Maximum = $500.
M.) Any member that goes into another competitors pit
area or to another competitors car and becomes involved in any type of
altercation will be subject to disqualification and/or fine and/or suspension
and/or loss of points and/or any other action deemed appropriate by Super
DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Officials and/or World Racing Group Supervisory
Officials. Minimum = $50; Maximum = $5,000.
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N.) Any member involved in an altercation that results
in physical contact will be subject to disqualification and/or fine and/or
suspension and/or loss of points and/or any other action deemed appropriate by
Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Officials and/or World Racing Group
Supervisory Officials. Minimum = $50; Maximum = $5,000.
O.) Any member who drives a racecar in an area that is
closed to racecar traffic or drives through the pit area at excessive speed
with either a racecar, scooter or 4-wheeler will be subject to disqualification
and/or fine and/or suspension and/or loss of points and/or any other action
deemed appropriate by Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Officials and/or
World Racing Group Supervisory Officials. Minimum = $50; Maximum = $500.
P.) Any team member who goes out onto the racing
surface without permission under a controlled period will be subject to
disqualification and/or fine and/or suspension and/or loss of points and/or any
other action deemed appropriate by Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar
Officials and/or World Racing Group Supervisory Officials. Minimum = $50;
Maximum = $500.
Q.) Any member who ignores a flag or official signal
will be subject to disqualification and/or fine and/or suspension and/or loss
of points and/or any other action deemed appropriate by Super DIRTcar Series
and/or DIRTcar Officials and/or World Racing Group Supervisory Officials.
Minimum = $50; Maximum = $500.
R.) Any member who is found to be in violation of the
substance abuse policy at any event will be subject to disqualification and/or
fine and/or suspension and/or loss of points and/or any other action deemed
appropriate by Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Officials and/or World
Racing Group Supervisory Officials. Maximum = $10,000.
S.) Any member who drives or causes to be driven: a
race car, pit mule, ATV, 4-Wheeler, personal vehicle or transporter in a
dangerous and aggressive manner in the restricted area will be subject to Team
Disqualification and/or fine and/or suspension and/or loss of points and/or any
other action deemed appropriate by Super DIRTcar and/or DIRTcar and/or World
Racing Group Officials. Minimum = $100.
11.2 Protests
A.) All protests must be turned
into the Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Director within ten (10) minutes
of the checkered flag and/or conclusion of the race.
B.) The protest fee must be
paid at the time of the protest.
C.) Only the car owner, the
driver and/or the designated team representative of the car owner may turn in
an official protest.
D.) Any refusal of inspection
and/or non-compliance during an official protest will result in the disqualification
of the protested car and the prescribed penalties.
E.) If the car protested is
found legal, the protesting fees will be released to the protested team less
the protest filing fee.
F.) If the car protested is
found to be illegal, the protesting fees will be returned to the team filing
the protest less the filing fee.
G.) Any altercation relating to
the incident with Officials and/or any other racing participants by the team
filing the protest will nullify the objection.
H.) PROTESTING FEES: (Figures
in parentheses are filing fees): Motor tear down involving cylinder head
removal and inspection and cylinders inspected; $750 ($75): Fuel test including
chemical analysis and all other technical protests; $500 ($50). The GM 602
and/or GM 525 Crate Engine motor tear down involving cylinder head removal and
inspection of cylinders and other internal components including camshaft and/or
crankshaft $1,000 ($100). On any crate engine protest, DIRTcar reserves the
right to declare where, when and who will inspect the engine.
I.) The Super DIRTcar Series
and/or DIRTcar Officials reserve the right to ask for a legality test at any
time (sealed motor and/or otherwise). If through testing procedures a car is
found to be illegal, responsibility for proving otherwise is solely with the
team that was checked. There will be no exchange of money for tests asked for
by officials when a formal protest is not turned in.
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J.) The Super DIRTcar Series and/or
DIRTcar Officials reserve the right to accept or deny any protest based on
their sole discretion. „Grudge‟ protests and/or
any protest that are „not in the spirit of good standing‟ will be denied.
Section 12 – World Racing Group
Commission:
DIRTcar Racing (World Racing
Group, DIRTcar, UMP DIRTcar, DIRTcar Northeast s, the World Outlaws, the Super
DIRTcar Series and all World Racing Group sanctioned events including but not
limited to; DIRTcar, MARS, UMP and/or any of its sanctioned tracks) has established
an independent Board to hear and review any penalty determination by MEMBER
drivers and owners in a sanctioned event, that has been deemed appropriate for
appeal. Only DIRTcar licensed members in the current calendar year have the
right to appeal.
Section 12-1: Jurisdiction
A.) The World Racing Group
Commission may hear appeals of any penalty determination made pursuant to the
any of the World Racing Group rulebooks which include, but are not limited to;
the Super DIRTcar and/or DIRTcar Northeast, the Super DIRTcar and/or DIRTcar
Northeast, the Super DIRT Series, DIRTcar, Mars and UMP.
B.) If any member wishes to
appeal, the Member shall make a written request for an action to the World
Racing Group Appeal Commission. The following deadlines must be met for each
series;
a. World of Outlaw
Sprint Car Series seven (7) calendar days of the issuance of the penalty.
b. World of Outlaw Late
Model Seriess seven (7) calendar days of the issuance of the penalty.
c. Super DIRT Series
events seven (7) days of the issuance of the penalty.
d. DIRTcar and/or UMP
events seven (7) days of the issuance of the penalty.
The written request must be
accompanied by a $250 non-refundable hearing fee.
The written request and the
scheduled fee must be hand delivered via an international recognized courier
(the Appellant must obtain and retain a receipt showing date of deposit with
courier) to the following for the appeal hearing to be processed:
C/O – World Racing Group Appeal
Commissioner
7575-D West Winds Blvd.
Concord, N.C. 28027
Electronically, verbally, or
any other type of appeal, including without limitations, faxes, e-mails, and
voice mails will not be accepted and processed as an official appeal to the
World Racing Group Appeal and Rules Commission
C.) Commission Members:
Jack Housby Paul Kirkland
AJ Moore Nancy Bicknell
Bob Sargent Mike Perrotte
Dan Ballard Erica Bicknell
Daniel Grill Steve York
Alan Kreitzer Larry Kemp
Mike Graham Ray Brooks
Scott Boyd Pete Chuckta
Mark Mockovak Rollie Helmling
a. The Chairman of the
Commission will be appointed upon approval of the Board of Directors of the
World Racing Group. The Chairman shall be an administrative member and will
designate an alternate Chairman who shall, in the event of death, retirement, or
incapacity of the Chairman, perform the duties of the Chairman until the Board
of Directors of the World Racing Group appoints a new Chairman or the Chairman
is able to resume his/her duties.
b. From time-to-time
Commission Members may vacate the board, be added and/or adjusted at the
discretion of the World Racing Group Commission Chairman.
D.) Meetings – The Commission
shall meet at such places and at such times as are necessary for the efficient
and prompt disposition of its business. Three (3) members, including the
Chairman, constitute a quorum. Meetings may take place with members
participating via telephone,
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teleconference,
video-conference, computer conference, in person and/or any other forum as
designated by the Chairman.
E.) Hearing Procedures –
a.) In order for an
appeal to be presented to the World Racing Group Commission, the appellant must
have standing to appeal. Any decision determined as non-appealable and final
during any sanctioned event by Officials employed and/or contracted by the
World Racing Group will be considered as a final decision that is
non-appealable. Standing is defined as subject matter that is being appealed is
not precluded by any Rules as set forth by the sanctioning body and/or specific
event and that the appellant has actually been penalized by a decision that is
specifically issued to the appellant.
b.) The World Racing
Group Commission will establish and communicate the most appropriate procedure
and/or manner for hearing any particular appeal and shall inform all involved
parties how to proceed prior to the hearing. Members/appellants may appear in
person at hearings before the Commission (but not through a representative or
attorney).
c.) When conducting a
hearing and deciding an appeal, the World Racing Group Commission shall not be
bound by technical or formal rules of evidence and/or procedure, except as
otherwise provided herein, but shall conduct its proceedings in the manner best
suited to establishing the relevant facts and the merits of the parties
positions.
d.) Unless contacted by
a member of the Commission, the appellant, any competitor, the car owner, car
sponsor and/or any other representative(s) involved, may not discuss the
subject matter of the appeal hearing with any Commission Member, including the
Chairman, outside of the hearing.
e.) All appeals shall be
docketed when received via courier to the Chairman of the World Racing Group
Commission and shall be set for hearing at an appropriate time and location as
determined by the Commission Chairman.
f.) The Commission may
require/summon, either orally or in writing, in its sole discretion any World
Racing Group member and/or official to testify in and/or at a hearing. Any
member who is required / summoned to testify and refuses or fails to appear
and/or testify may be subject to indefinite suspension or other disciplinary
action as deemed appropriate by the World Racing Group Commission.
g.) If the World Racing
Group Commission finds any Member and/or Official to be “in contempt” during a
hearing, the Member and/or Official may be subject to indefinite suspension or
other disciplinary action as deemed appropriate by the World Racing Group
Commission.
h.) In the event that
the Chairman and/or Commission Member is involved in the appeal the Chairman
and/or Commission Member shall disqualify themselves from participating as a
Commission Member on the appeal and the remaining Members of the Commission
shall select a replacement.
i.) A majority of the
members of the Commission / Quorum must concur to modify any penalty
(including, but not limited to, imposing different or increased penalties) or
determine any appeal. If a majority cannot not agree on the action the appeal
shall be referred to the Chairman of the World Racing Group Commission for
decision.
j.) In each appeal the
relevant item shall be the accuracy of the decision by the Official(s) in light
of the facts and not the results and/or ramifications of the ruling.
k.) If the World Racing
Group Commission determines that the proceedings in respect to any appeal have
been instituted or continued without reasonable grounds, the cost of such
proceedings shall be assessed against the Appellant who instituted or continued
such proceedings.
l.) The World Racing
Group Commission shall have the right (and will) publish the judgment of the
Commission and the names of the parties involved. A party shall have no claim
or cause of action of any kind against the World Racing Group, the World Racing
Group Commission or the publisher.
m.) If the appeal
involves a component of any racing vehicle, equipment and/or any other
technical element, the piece(s) will be placed into a chain of custody, until
the World Racing Group Commission has heard the appeal and made a decision. A
receipt will be given to the Appellant regarding the piece(s) until the
conclusion of the hearing. The piece(s) may be confiscated following the
hearing as per the determination of the World Racing Group Commission.
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F.) Execution of Penalty and
Pending Appeal – At the request of the affected Member, the World Racing Group
Commission Chairman may determine in the interest of all involved parties that
the penalty under review shall be temporarily deferred until the appeal of such
penalty has been resolved. Otherwise, the penalty shall be executed promptly.
If the Commission temporarily defers execution of the penalty, but later denies
the appeal in whole or in part, it may reinstate the original penalty as of the
date of issue of the original Penalty and/or Penalty Notice, or take such
action as it deems appropriate to effectuate in whole or in part the Penalty
and/or Penalty Notice, including disallowance of finishing position, points, or
prize money otherwise earned in any Event during the period of temporary
deferral of the penalty.
G.) Execution Steps for Hearing
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a. The decision of the official(s) being appealed
shall be put into the record.
b. The contents of the written appeal shall be put
into the record.
c. The Appellant will put forth their statement to the
World Racing Group Commission Chairman and present Commission Members
presenting any witness(es) and/or other elements regarding their appeal.
d. The official(s) will put forth their statement
regarding the decision and issuance of the appealed penalty to the World Racing
Group Chairman and present Commission Members presenting any witness(es) and/or
other elements regarding their appeal.
e. The Appellant will be permitted to present any
rebuttals, additions to the records and/or summations to the World Racing Group
Commission Chairman and present Commission Members.
f. The official(s) will be permitted to present any
rebuttals, additions to the records and/or summations to the World Racing Group
Commission Chairman and present Commission Members.
g. At any time during the hearing at the discretion of
the World Racing Group Chairman and/or present Commission Members may request
information of anyone present at the hearing.
h. At the conclusion of the hearing, the World Racing
Group Chairman and/or present Commission Members will deliberate in private and
make any determination, decision and/or recommendation regarding the presented
appeal by a majority vote of those members present. The World Racing Group
Commission may:
· reverse the decision
· modify to increase or decrease penalty
· uphold the original issued penalty.
i. All interested parties shall be reasonable notified
of the Board‟s decision.
H.) Bond for Costs
a.) The World Racing Group Commission may require the
Appellant to post a sufficient bond to cover the costs of the appeal or any
reasonably foreseeable economic impairment presented to the World Racing Group
or other Member(s) that might be caused by the appeal. If such a bond is required,
its form and substance will be in the discretion of the World Racing Group
Commission Chairman.
b.) The administrative remedies for any appeal
included here represent the complete and final process. If the appealing member
seeks remedy through the court systems, the member agrees to the exclusive
jurisdiction of the courts in Charlotte, North Carolina for the adjudication of
any suit, action or proceeding. All costs and expenses incurred by WRG in
responding to the action (including attorneys‟ fees)
shall be borne by the appealing Member.
c.) If the member initiates within any court whether
administrative appeal commission process is completed or in process a
suspension penalty, if applicable, may be extended by the time passed to reach
the final resolution of the administrative appeal panel and/or any court
action.
I.) Finality –
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a. An appeal hearing
will be „heard‟ if the
Chairman, in his sole discretion, determines that the Appellant(s) request is
appealable. Matters that will not be heard include; matters where there are no
triable facts, frivolity, lack of standing, matters which are not subject to
protest or appeal pursuant to the rules, appeals filed in any form of
harassment and/or any appeal determined as „non-appealable‟ by the World Racing Group Commission Chairman.
b. The determination of
the World Racing Group Commission at the conclusion of any hearing is final and
is not for appeal and/or further mediation.
12.2: Chairman Potestas
A.) In the event that the World
Racing Group Commission does not reach a conclusion and/or the appealing member
in good standing requests an additional hearing, then the Commissioner Potestas
(Dave Stevens) may be considered for assistance and/or a second appeal,
Acceptance of the appeal will be at the sole decision of the Chairman Potestas
without further board involvement.
§ If the Member requests an additional hearing, the
Member shall make a written request for such action to the Commissioner
Potestas within seven (7) days of the conclusion of the originating hearing.
§ The written request must be accompanied by a $1,000
non-refundable fee.
§ The written request and the scheduled fee must be
hand delivered via an international recognized courier (the Appellant must obtain
and retain a receipt showing date of deposit with courier) to one of the
following for the final appearing hearing to be processed:
C/O – World Racing Group Appeal
Post - Commissioner Potestas
Corporate Headquarters
7575-D West Winds Blvd.
Concord, N.C. 28027
B.) The Chairman Potestas will
determine whether or not the appeal will be heard after reception of the
written request and the $1,000 non-refundable fee and inform all parties
involved of the determination.
C.) The Chairman Potestas may conduct
a hearing within a reasonable and practical date, notifying the parties of the
appeal and hearing. The Chairman Potestas will determine the date and location
(if any) for the Chairman Potestas appeal hearing.
D.) If requested by Chairman
Potestas, Members may be asked to appear in person , but not through a
representative and/or an attorney. The subject matter may not be discussed
outside the hearing unless specifically contacted by the Chairman Potestas in
regard to the appeal hearing.
E.) Hearings performed by the
Chairman Potestas will be conducted according to the procedures disseminated by
the Chairman Potestas.
F.) If the Chairman Potestas
determines that the proceedings in respect to any appeal have been instituted
or continued by a Member without reasonable grounds, the chairman may
disqualify the procedure and such cost, in addition to the appeal fee, shall be
assessed against the Member who instituted or continued the proceeding.
G.) At the request of the
filing Member, the Chairman Potestas may determine that the penalty under
review shall not be executed until the appeal of the said penalty has been
resolved. Otherwise the penalty shall be executed promptly. If the Chairman
Potestas temporarily defers execution of the penalty, but later denies the
appeal in whole or part, the Chairman Potestas may reinstate the original
penalty as of the of the Penalty Notice or take such other action as the
Chairman Potestas deems appropriate to place into effect in whole or in part
the Penalty Notice including disallowance of finishing position, points and/or
prize money otherwise earned in any Event during the period of temporary
deferral of the penalty.
H.) The Chairman Potestas may
require the appellant to post a bond to cover the costs of the
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appeal and/or any reasonable
and foreseeable economic impact to the sanction and/or series and/or other
Members that may be caused by the appeal. If the Chairman Potestas requires
such a bond, its form and substance shall be at the discretion of the Chairman
Potestas.
I.) The Chairman Potestas may
summon, either orally and/or in writing at the Chairman Potestas’ sole
discretion any World Racing Group Member and/or participant and/or Official to
testify at a hearing. Any Member who is summoned to testify in a hearing and
fails to do so may be subject to indefinite suspension and/or other penalties
as deemed appropriate by the Chairman Potestas and World Racing Group.
J.) World Racing Group has the
right to publish the judgment of the Chairman Potestas and the names of the
parties involved. A party shall have no claim and/or cause of action of any
kind against World Racing Group, the Chairman Potestas and/or the publisher.
K.) The administrative remedies
for any appeal included here represent the complete and final process. If the
appealing member seeks remedy through the court systems, the member agrees to
the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Charlotte, North Carolina for the
adjudication of any suit, action or proceeding. All costs and expenses incurred
by WRG in responding to the action (including attorneys’ fees) shall be borne
by the appealing Member.
L.) If the member initiates
within any court whether administrative appeal commission process is completed
or in process a suspension penalty, if applicable, may be extended by the time
passed to reach the final resolution of the administrative appeal panel and/or
any court action.
M.) All decision of the
Chairman Potestas shall be final.
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15.0-A Super DIRTcar Series /
DIRTcar Big Block Modified
ANY CAR, TEAM AND/OR DRIVER
THAT DOES NOT MEET THESE SPECIFICATIONS AND/OR EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS WILL BE
SUBJECT TO PENALTIES AS DETERMINED BY THE Super DIRTcar and/or DIRTcar and/or
World Racing Group OFFICIALS. Any new components, including engine components,
body designs, frame designs and/or components of any type utilized in
competition must be approved by World Racing Group, Super DIRTcar and DIRTcar
Officials prior to being introduced into competition.
15.1 Engines General and
Location
A.) Conventional stock type V-8
engines (OEM American long block – GM, Ford and Chrysler) with the cam in the
block will be permitted. Aftermarket DART and Merlin cast iron engine blocks
will be permitted.
B.) A maximum displacement of 467
cubic inches will be permitted with a minimum displacement of 396 cubic inches.
An overall maximum tolerance of 10 cubic inches for wear will be permitted.
C.) Aluminum engine blocks will
not be permitted.
D.) Reverse rotation engines
will not be permitted.
E.) The engine must be centered
in the front of the chassis and placed in an upright position.
F.) Engine set back will be as
follows; Minimum is 56”-inches and a Maximum of 66”-inches with a tolerance of
½”-inch (+/-). The setback will be measured from the centerline of the front
axle to the rear machined surface of the engine bell housing.
G.) In the event that there are
new engine components and/or a new engine configuration, they must be submitted
to World Racing Group Officials and approved prior to being introduced into
competition. Only World Racing Group Officials will be able to approve new
engine and previously unapproved engine components.
15.1.1 Carburetor
A.) All engines must be
normally aspirated with a single conventional-type four (4) barrel carburetor
utilizing Holley components. The metering blocks and the base plate may be
altered.
B.) A maximum of four (4)
venturis will be permitted.
C.) Fuel injection, nitrous
oxide injection, turbo chargers and/or superchargers will not be permitted.
D.) Fuel and/or air must enter
the carburetor through the standard air path / venturi‟s as is typical in a stock OEM carburetor.
E.) In-line venturis will not
be permitted.
F.) A minimum of two (2)
throttle return springs and a metal toe loop mounted on the gas pedal will be
required. The throttle return springs must be mounted in separate locations.
15.1.2 Intake Manifold
A.) Any single piece American
production cast intake manifold that permits the mounting of only one four (4)
barrel carburetor will be permitted.
B.) Only cast aluminum and/or
cast iron intake manifolds will be permitted.
C.) Porting of the intake
manifold will be permitted.
15.1.3 Cylinder Heads
A.) Any design cylinder head
manufactured from cast aluminum or cast iron will be permitted. The minimum
angle valve angle for any Chevrolet and/or GM type cylinder head will be 18
degrees. Ford and/or Chrysler cylinder head(s) must be approved by DIRTcar
and/or Super DIRTcar and/or World Racing Group Officials prior to being utilized
in competition.
B.) Porting will be permitted.
C.) Valves must remain in a
traditional type pattern, but may be any size.
D.) Only two (2) valves per
cylinder will be permitted.
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E.) Only one (1) spark plug per
cylinder will be permitted.
F.) Titanium valves and
retainers will be permitted.
G.) Hollow stem valves and/or
liquid cooled valves will not be permitted.
H.) The engine must have an
operating self-starting mechanism. Vehicles that require a „push start‟ will not be permitted.
15.1.4 Camshaft
A.) Any design camshaft will be
permitted, provided the camshaft remains in a stock location in the engine
block.
B.) Chain or belt drives will
be permitted.
C.) Overhead cams and/or
similar type applications will not be permitted.
15.1.5 Pistons, Connecting Rods
and Crankshaft
A.) Only aluminum pistons will
be permitted.
B.) Coatings of any type will
not be permitted.
C.) Only steel or cast iron
crank shafts will be permitted.
D.) Any design, length and/or
make of magnetic steel connecting rods will be permitted.
E.) Titanium crankshafts and/or
connecting rods will not be permitted.
15.1.6 Ignition
A.) Any type of mechanically
driven ignition located in the stock position will be permitted.
B.) Crank trigger type ignition
systems will not be permitted.
C.) Only one (1) ignition coil
and one (1) ignition amplified box will be permitted in the system and on the
car.
D.) Magnetos will be permitted.
E.) Ignition boxes must remain
as manufactured. Internal or external alterations to the ignition amplifier box
will not be permitted.
F.) From time-to-time ignition
boxes may be impounded for inspection and/or exchanged and/or analyzed by the
ignition amplifier box manufacturer.
G.) All ignition wiring must
remain as designed by the manufacturer and in an exposed manner for ease of
inspection.
H.) One American Passenger Car
sized battery with a maximum of 16 volts will be permitted. The battery voltage
must not measure more than 16.8 volts. Step up transformer and/or any other device
designed to increase voltage will not be permitted.
I.) The battery must be
securely mounted inside the frame rails.
J.) All cars must have an
ignition switch, which is easily accessible by the driver and/or safety crew
and clearly labeled ON/OFF in the driver‟s
compartment.
K.) A battery shut-off switch
is mandatory. The switch must be clearly labeled ON/OFF. The switch must be
mounted on the left side inner panel (above the steering post). The switch must
be outside the panel and easily accessed externally. The switch must be wired
to shut off the hot (pos +) side. See diagram in the back of this rule book.
15.1.7 Lubrication/Oiling
System/Oil Cooler
A.) Only a conventional type
wet or dry-type oil pump will be permitted. Internal or external pumps will be
permitted. Multi-stage dry sump oil pumps driven by a standard belt drive will
be permitted.
B.) One oil tank and one oil
cooler will be permitted within the oiling system.
C.) Only magnetic steel or
aluminum oil pans will be permitted.
D.) Air-type and/or vacuum-type
pumps for the purpose of removing air from the oil pan and/or system will not
be permitted.
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E.) The oil pan must have a one
(1”) inch diameter inspection hole on the left side to permit inspection. If no
inspection hole is present the oil pan must be removed for inspection.
F.) The oil tank and the oil
cooler may be mounted outside the frame rails.
G.) The maximum capacity of the
oil tank must be 12 US quarts.
H.) The oil tank and the oil
cooler must be fully enclosed by the body and must be securely mounted and
positively fastened to the frame. Reference the drawing in the back of this
rule book for the minimum oil cooler specifications.
I.) Excessive bracing and/or
mounting material will not be permitted.
J.) Oil coolers mounted outside
the external body work will not be permitted. All oil cooler hoses and/or
plumbing must be in a sheath (protective covering) and remain under the body.
K.) Oil coolers must be mounted
under the hood or under the side wings/pods. Oil coolers mounted behind the
driver will not be permitted. Oil coolers that are not under the hood must have
ducting covering them on both sides and remain below the bodywork. Unless
mounted under the hood the oil cooler must be mounted horizontal and flush with
the cut out in the side wing/pod area.
15.1.8 – DIRTcar 500
The DIRTcar 500 Big Block
Engine (CV Products Part Number: DIRTCAR 500) has been introduced as an
optional engine in regard to an economical option for competitors to utilize.
Following are the specifications:
A.)The DIRTcar 500 Big Block
engine will have a maximum cubic inch displacement of 499.900 cubic inches with
a compression ratio of 13.5:1. The engine must maintain the stock 4.600”-inch
bore and the 3.760”-inch stroke.
B.) The DIRTcar 500 Dart Engine
block must remain unaltered. Alterations, such as lightening of the engine
block and/or the removal of any material from the engine block will not be
permitted. The method for inspection will be to „pump‟ the engine to measure the cubic inch displacement and
„whistle‟ the engine for the compression ratio, in addition to
initial visual inspection for the DIRTcar labeled components.
C.) The DIRTcar 500 Dart
cylinder heads and intake manifold must remain unaltered as manufactured. The
addition of material, including epoxy to either the cylinder heads and/or
intake manifold will not be permitted. Alterations such as lightening and/or
the removal of any material from the cylinder heads and/or the intake manifold
will not be permitted. Cylinder head and/or intake manifold porting and/or
matching will not be permitted.
D.) The DIRTcar 500 Stef‟s aluminum oil pan must remain unaltered. The oil pan
has an inspection hole manufactured for visual inspection.
E.) The use of titanium connecting
rods and/or valves will not be permitted.
F.) The maximum valve stem size
will be 5/16”-inch for the intake valve and a maximum of 11/32”-inch for the
exhaust valves.
F.) The DIRTcar 500 MSD
distributor, included with the DIRTcar 500 Engine, must remain unaltered and
must run with a 7,800 RPM chip. During any post-race technical inspection the
hood must remain on and in-place until a Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar
Inspector is present.
G.) In the event DIRTcar 500
Engine requires a repair and/or rebuild the following process must be followed
1.) Contact the DIRTcar
Technical Officials and inform them of the repair or the rebuild for tracking
purposes.
2.) Alterations to the engine
block, cylinder heads, intake manifold, oil pan and/or distributor/ignition
system will not be permitted. If any of those components require replacement
and/or repair the replacement must be the same as the original part and part
number issued with the original DIRTcar 500 Engine Package. The new components
must remain unaltered as if the engine were new.
H.) DIRTcar, Super DIRTcar
and/or World Racing Group Officials reserve the right to adjust and/or specify
the rules to maintain a level field of competition.
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I.) The following is the
original parts chart for the DIRTcar 500 Big Block Engine (CV Products Part
Number: DIRTCAR 500):
|
Manufacturer |
Part |
|
ARP |
Carburetor stud kit |
|
ARP |
Engine accessory bolt kit |
|
ARP |
Head bolt kit |
|
Bosch |
Spark plugs |
|
Calico |
Connecting rod bearings |
|
Calico |
main bearings |
|
Callies |
Two-piece seal, 3.760 stroke
with standard 2.200 rod journals |
|
Canton |
Canton oil pump adapter |
|
Cloyes |
Timing set |
|
Cloyes |
Cam button |
|
Cometic |
Complete engine gasket kit |
|
CV Brand |
Timing pointer |
|
CV Brand |
Timing cover |
|
CV Brand |
Serpentine drive kit |
|
CV Products |
Water pump pulley |
|
CV Products |
Pulley spacers |
|
CV Products |
Crank pulley |
|
CV Products |
Crank hub |
|
CV Products |
Power steering pulley |
|
CV Products |
Pulley adapter |
|
CV Products |
Power steering pump mount |
|
Dart Machinery |
Steel engine block |
|
Dart Machinery |
Aluminum cylinder heads |
|
Dart Machinery |
Aluminum intake manifold |
|
Denso |
Alternator pulley |
|
Denso |
Alternator bracket |
|
Denso |
Alternator |
|
Diamond Racing Products |
Diamond pistons |
|
Diamond Racing Products |
Diamond pins |
|
Diamond Racing Products |
Diamond locks |
|
Diamond Racing Products |
Diamond piston rings |
|
Edelbrock |
Water pump |
|
Enders |
Enders camshaft |
|
Gibb's Racing Oil |
Break in oil |
|
Goodyear |
Belts |
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|
HVH |
2" carb spacer |
|
Manley Performance |
Intake valves |
|
Manley Performance |
Exhaust valves |
|
Manley Performance |
Titanium retainers |
|
Manley Performance |
Valve locks |
|
Manley Performance |
Spring cups |
|
Manley Performance |
Spring kit |
|
Manley Performance |
Connecting rods |
|
Manley Performance |
Pushrods / intake |
|
Manley Performance |
Pushrods / exhaust |
|
Moroso |
Crankcase evac |
|
MSD Ignition |
Distributor/mag |
|
MSD Ignition |
Distributor hold down kit |
|
MSD Ignition |
Spark plug wires |
|
Precision Parts |
Balancer |
|
Spin |
Fuel pump pushrod |
|
Spin |
Fuel pump |
|
Spin |
Power steering pump |
|
Stef's Performance |
Low profile valve covers pair
|
|
Stef's Performance |
Aluminum oil pan with heater
& inspection port |
|
Stef's Performance |
Modified oil pump &
pick-up |
|
T&D |
T & D rockers |
|
Wix Filters |
Oil filter |
|
Xceldyne X2 |
Lifters |
15.1.9 – Transmission/Driveline
and Driveline Components
A.) Only approved North American
and/or Canadian manufactured manual shift transmissions will be permitted.
Automatic and/or automatic-type transmissions will not be permitted.
B.) Overdrive and/or
under-drive transmissions will not be permitted.
C.) Running through reduction gears
will not be permitted. The transmission must be direct drive to the rear end.
D.) The transmission must have
working gears. Forward, neutral and reverse must be working. From the neutral
position and with the motor running, the car must be able to go forward and/or
a backward in a smooth manner. The car must start and move under its own power.
E.) The transmission must bolt
to the bell housing.
F.) Driveline components made
of carbon fiber will not be permitted.
G.) A maximum of two (2) universal
joints per driveline will be permitted.
15.1.10 – Driveshaft
A.) Only one (1) drive shaft
connected from the transmission to the center section of the rear end will be
permitted.
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B.) Two (2) driveshaft hoops / rings
a minimum ¼”-inch thick x 2”-inch wide magnetic steel must be positively
fastened by two (2) 3/8”-inch grade 5 bolts to the frame and/or torque arm side
plates installed around each universal joint.
C.) The drive shaft must have
some type of drive shaft cover/shield. Cars with open drive shafts must have a
drive shaft tunnel a minimum of 1/8”-inch thick magnetic steel extending from
2”-inches under the front edge of the seat to the back of the transmission
covering the shaft and the universal joint(s) and output flange on top and both
sides. The tunnel must extend down to the floorboards. The cover must be
positively fastened with a minimum of four (4) 3/8”-inch diameter bolts at the
bottom connected to a cross-member. The cover must be a solid unit with no cuts
and/or holes and/or removed material for the purpose of weight reduction. The
only hole may be for the gear shift control.
D.) Closed drive type cars,
torque tubes and/or bells that already have a 360 degree cover from the
universal joint back to the seat will be permitted.
15.1.11 – Engine Cooling
System/Radiator
A.) Only one (1) radiator will
be permitted. The radiator must be mounted vertically in front of the engine.
Radiators mounted on an angle will not be permitted.
B.) Plastic and/or carbon fiber
radiators will not be permitted.
C.) Auxiliary cooling tanks
and/or overflow cans and/or canisters will not be permitted in the cockpit.
D.) Electric fans and/or water
pumps will not be permitted.
15.1.12 – Rear End
A.) Only competition type rear
ends will be permitted.
B.) Hypoid-type and/or Nine
(9”) Ford-type and/or limited slip-type and/or lockers and/or two speed rear
ends will not be permitted.
C.) Only solid aluminum and/or
magnetic steel spools will be permitted.
D.) Only steel and/or aluminum
rear spindles will be permitted. If the rear spindle is machined from aluminum
it must be a one-piece tube and spindle with a minimum outside diameter 2-7/8”
and a maximum 2-1/2” inside diameter.
E.) Live rear ends with
aluminum and/or steel axles will be permitted.
F.) A maximum rear end offset
of 4”-inches from the center of the inside tire width when measured from the
inside of the left rear tire to the inside of the right rear tire at axle
height. Refer to the drawing at the back of this rule book.
15.2 Fuel, Fuel Cells and Fuel
System
A.) All cars must have fuel
cells that meet and/or exceed SFI 28.1/.2 and/or FT3 specifications and must be
not be older than five (5) years from the date of manufacture. The fuel cell
must have a maximum capacity of 24.5 US gallons and must remain in a rectangle
and/or square shape for measuring and calculating capacity. The fuel cell must
be mounted securely in its container and centered between the frame rails.
Pressure tanks on fuel systems will not be permitted. Auxiliary fuel tanks will
not be permitted.
B.) The maximum capacity of the
fuel when measured empty and/or dry will be measured in cubic inches utilizing
the standard formula of length (minus ½”-inch) x width (minus ½”-inch) x depth
(minus ½”-inch) will be 5,660 cubic inches.
C.) The foam in the fuel cell
must remain unaltered. A minimal cut in the foam will be permitted in the shape
of a square or a rectangle. The cut may be no more than 1,000 square inches.
The foam must retain the factory cut.
D.) The fuel cell must be
enclosed completely in a rectangle and/or square container that is a minimum
thickness of 20-gauge magnetic steel. An aluminum container may be used as an
option and must be a minimum of .060”-inch in thickness.
E.) The fuel cell and/or the
container material around the fuel cell must not be able to expand in any way.
Tank panels that are bowed and/or bellied and/or positioned to create
additional capacity of the fuel cell will not be permitted. Oversized filter
housings, fuel coolers, oversized lines, fuel logs and/or any other device that
increases the capacity of the fuel system will not be permitted.
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F.) Only one (1) fuel filter
with a maximum capacity of one (1) US quart will be permitted with one (1) carburetor
fuel log with a maximum outside diameter of 1-1/2”-inches. The fuel log must
remain straight without bends and/or curves and must be a maximum of 16”-inches
in length Plastic and/or glass fuel filters will not be permitted.
G.) Fuel coolers of any type
will not be permitted.
H.) The entire fuel cell
container must be visible for ease of inspection.
I.) The fuel cell must be
mounted behind the driver rear axle between the rear tires, a minimum of
4”-inches ahead of the rear bumper.
J.) The fuel cell must be
mounted with a minimum of two (2) .125”-inch thick steel straps a minimum of
1”-inch wide. The straps must cover the entire cell. Fuel cells that are
mounted in a square tubing frame will be permitted. A minimum of 5/6”-inch ASTM
Grade 8 bolts must be used to mount the fuel cell to the frame.
K.) The bottom of the fuel cell
container must be a minimum of 12”-inches from the ground.
L.) A horizontal bar a minimum
of 1”-inch in diameter and .095” in wall thickness must be mounted behind the fuel
cell.
M.) The fuel pick up must be
positioned on the top of the fuel cell and be constructed of metal. The vent
line must have a check valve.
N.) Only „D‟-type VP Racing Gasoline, the official fuel of DIRTcar
will be permitted for competition. VP D-12 will be the only specified fuel
permitted at any sanctioned DIRTcar and/or Super DIRTcar Series event. Blending
of fuels, including VP spec (including „D‟)
fuels of different octane will not be permitted. Alcohol, methanol, nitrous
oxide, nitro-methane and/or propylene oxide will be permitted. Fuel may be
subject to inspection and testing at any time. Proof of purchase for the
official fuel of DIRTcar may be required.
O.) For the purpose of
inspection, the driver and/or crew must be prepared to drain fuel upon request
for inspection and/or measurement.
P.) Only mechanical and/or belt
driven fuel pumps will be permitted. Fuel injection system(s) and/or electrical
fuel pumps and/or any type of pressurized fuel system will not be permitted.
Q.) A #10 line will be the
maximum size fuel line permitted.
R.) For all events that require
a fuel stop the quick fill connect must be located in the upper corner of the
left rear quarter panel. The filler tube must take a straight and direct route
to the fuel cell from the quick fill connect. Only one fuel filler tube is
permitted with a maximum outside diameter of 3”-inches. Quick fill tubes
constructed of rigid materials such as aluminum will not be permitted. When a
quick fill device is utilized there must be a vent line with a maximum inside
diameter of 1-1/4”-inches. The fuel vent line must take a straight and direct
route from the fuel cell to the quarter panel and must be able to accept a
catch-can with a one-way check valve. The fuel vent line must positively fasten
to the left rear corner of the rear panel.
S.) The catch can man may not
stand behind the rear bumper of the car during pit stop refueling.
T.) Any fuel lines quick fill
and/or fuel vent lines must not be visible from behind the car and must be contained
within the rear panel which must be symmetrical in size and shape.
U.) Onboard fire suppression
systems are recommended.
V.) For the Official Fuel of
DIRTcar; the fuel provider‟s decals must be
displayed on both sides of all DIRTcar racecars and a patch is required on the
drivers uniform. Logos and/or the presentation of any other fuel manufacturer
and/or fuel refinery on the racecar and/or drivers uniform will not be
permitted.
15.3 Exhaust - Muffler and
Sound Reduction Devices
A.) Each car must have one (1)
unaltered muffler per exhaust.
B.) The exhaust must exit past
the driver and the exhaust must flow toward the rear of the car in an upward
manner away from the racing surface. Exhaust systems that face the outside of
the car will not be permitted.
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C.) Each muffler must have a
tail pipe that is a minimum of 10”-inches long when measured off the rear edge
of the muffler.
D.) Cross-over and/or the
joining of exhaust systems from side-to-side will not be permitted.
E.) Any manufacturer of exhaust
header is permitted, but the header material must be magnetic steel and/or
stainless steel..
F.) The permitted mufflers
include: Dynomax part number: 17224, 17539 and 17628; Extreme Muffler part
number(s): 31530, 31535, 31230, 31235 or 30830.
G.) Several tracks have a
locally enforced decibel rule, which preempt any particular muffler rule. Some
tracks may have a maximum sound level rule of 95 decibels at 100 feet. This
rule will be enforced by local government agencies. Such decibel rules preempt
utilizing the required mufflers in sub-section 15.3.
15.4 Traction Control Devices
A.) All electronic and/or computerized wheel spin
and/or ignition retardation and/or acceleration limiting and/or traction control
devices of any type will not be permitted.
B.) Adjustable ping control devices, dial a chip
controls, timing controls and/or automated throttle controls will not be
permitted.
C.) Adjustable restrictor plates will not be
permitted.
D.) Remote control components of any-type will not be
permitted.
E.) Radios and/or devices for transmitting voice
and/or data will not be permitted, unless otherwise authorized prior to any
event.
F.) Data acquisition systems will not be permitted.
15.5 Chassis/Frame
A.) All frames must be
fabricated utilizing 2”x4” rectangular magnetic steel tubing with a .120” wall
thickness. Only 2”x4” rectangular box frames between the front and rear axle
centers will be permitted. The 4”-inch side of the rectangular tubing must
remain in the vertical position. For the purpose of inspection one 3/16”
diameter hole may be drilled in each frame rail. Other holes will not be
permitted. Round tubing must be either 1-1/2” outside diameter and/or 1-3/4”
outside diameter with wall thickness of .095”-inches.
B.) Frame width will be as
follows; At the front shock towers a minimum 24” and a maximum of 35”-inches.
Rear of the car is a minimum of 26” with a maximum of 35”-inches. The minimum
frame width at the rear roll bar must be 26”-inches. All measurements will be
taken from the outside of the frame rails, at the top and bottom of the frame
rails and its longest length. Clips, sub-frames, etc., will be considered a
part of the frame.
C.) The minimum length of the
2”x4” frame rails begins 14”-inches in front of the centerline of the rear axle
and extends to the front of the radiator. The left and right rails (both top
and bottom) must be equal in distance from the driveline centerline along the
total length of the frame. Offset frame rails will not be permitted. A maximum
4”-inch indent in the lower left rear frame rail for suspension clearance will
be permitted. The two (2) upper frame rails in the engine compartment may be
altered for engine clearance only.
D.) The kick-ups must meet the
same specifications as the roll cage and/or frame material.
E.) Titanium and/or carbon
fiber material(s) will not be permitted on the chassis and/or frame.
F.) There must be a minimum of
2-1/2”-inches ground clearance from the chassis at its lowest point.
G.) Metal, lexan, rubber air
dams, fins, spoilers, skirts and/or air directional devices underneath the car
will not be permitted.
H.) Ground effects will not be
permitted.
15.5.1 – Seat Location and
Mounting in Frame
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A.) The seat and steering wheel
must be centered in the frame. Offset mounting of the seat and/or steering
wheel will not be permitted.
B.) The bottom rear of the seat
must be a maximum of 16”-inches from the centerline of the rear axle. Refer to
the drawing at the back of this rule book.
15.6 Weight / Ballast
A.) All cars will be weighed
with the driver seated in the car. The minimum weight permitted before and/or
after an on track event will be measured by the track scales. The track scales
will be the official scales. All cars found to be light prior to any event,
time permitting will be allowed to make the necessary adjustments and represent
themselves at the scales. The number of cars to be weighed after an event will
be announced at the driver‟s meeting and/or
on the one-way radio. If a car is signaled to go to the scales in any fashion
and does not report to the scales at the appropriate time, that car may be
disqualified from the event. Any car that is found to be light following time
trials and/or a qualifying event will be disqualified from that particular race
and may make the necessary adjustments and represent themselves for that car‟s assigned consolation event. If a car is found to be
light after the feature event, that car will be disqualified from the event.
· All Big Block Modifieds utilizing a Big Block engine
per this rule book must maintain a minimum weight of 2,500 lbs following the
completion of any event.
· All Big Block Modifieds utilizing a DIRTcar 500 Big
Block engine per this rule book must maintain a minimum weight of 2,400 lbs
following the completion of any event.
· All Modifieds utilizing a DIRTcar 358 Modified
engine with the Brodix “Spec” heads, ported intake and “tri-y” exhaust must
maintain a minimum weight of 2,450 lbs following the completion of any event.
· All Modifieds utilizing a Brodix “Spec.” DIRTcar 358
Modified engine with the stock intake manifold (reference 15.3.A.; 15.1.3;
15.1.2 A.) and spec. Schoenfeld headers and a steel or aluminum oil pan must
maintain a minimum weight of 2,350 lbs following the completion of any event.
· All Modifieds utilizing a ported steel head DIRTcar
358 engine per this rule book must maintain a minimum weight of 2,650 lbs
following the completion of any event.
B.) During any Super DIRTcar Series
Big Block Modified event a weekly 358 and/or Small Block DIRTcar sanctioned
track, the home track DIRTcar legal 358 Modifieds will be permitted to weigh
there normal small block weight. To be eligible for this, cars must abide by
all 358 DIRTcar rules and be in the track‟s
top-25 in weekly point standing and have competed in a minimum of 80% of the
track‟s completed 358 and/or Modified events to date.
C.) For weekly racing events
combining DIRTcar 358 and DIRTcar Big Block Modified the track may establish a
weight rule to balance the DIRTcar 358 and DIRTcar Big Block Modifieds in
competition. Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Officials must be notified and
grant permission for such a rule.
D.) Any small block (short
block in length) running with the Big Block Modifieds may only have a maximum
engine displacement as specified by the DIRTcar 358 engine rules and the car
must follow all DIRTcar 358 Modified rules.
E.) All weights and/or ballast
must be positively fastened and mounted within the vertical planes formed by
the frame rails and must remain stationary during competition. All weight(s)
must have a minimum of two (2) ½”-inch diameter. grade 5 bolts and/or studs
passing completely through the weight. Bolts and/or studs must be anchored to a
suitable clamp to fasten it to the frame. Bolts and/or studs welded to the
frame will not be permitted.
F.) All weights must be painted
white and clearly labeled with the car number on it. For the period of one
event, competitors may label there weight with white duct tape with the car
number clearly labeled on the duct tape.
G.) Ballast and/or weight may
not be mounted to the roll cage above the rear deck.
15.7 Body
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BODY STYLE AND DIMENSIONS
ALL MEASUREMENTS MAY BE TAKEN
WITH OR WITHOUT DRIVER AND/ OR WITH OR WITH OUT FUEL. TOLERANCE PERMITTED ON
ALL BODY DIMENSIONS IS MAXIMUM OF +/- (PLUS OR MINUS) ½”-INCH (ONE-HALF INCH).
THIS IS A TOLERANCE, NOT A DIMENSION THAT IS INTENDED TO BE
ADDED TO THE BODY DIMENSIONS.
15.7.1 General Body
A.) Mirrors and/or reflective
devices will not be permitted.
B.) Super DIRTcar and/or
DIRTcar Series Officials reserve the right to request body and/or sheet metal
to be replaced and/or painted if it has any sharp edges and/or does not appear
presentable. Presentable is at the discretion of the Series Official.
C.) The maximum rear spoiler
height, regardless of ride height, may not exceed 50”-inches. The rear spoiler
must be able to provide the driver following a view of the track ahead.
D.) A full magnetic steel
windscreen and/or rock guard is required. The windscreen and/or rock guard must
have an individual hope opening of 2” x 1” with a minimum of 1/16” thickness.
Chicken wire type and/or aluminum screens will not be permitted. The windscreen
and/or rock guard must cover the entire windshield area across the front of the
roll cage and from the top of the roll cage down to the base of the cowl and/or
hood. In addition clear lexan-type and/or safety glass windshields will be
permitted. If the lexan and/or safety glass is utilized it must be shatterproof
and mounted behind the windscreen and/or rock guard. Any additional windshield
must not obstruct the driver‟s exit of the
vehicle.
15.7.2 Body Material
A.) Only magnetic steel and/or
aluminum will be permitted for all inner and outer body panels.
B.) Vertical material (plastic
and/or rubber-type), with a material thickness between .090”-to-.125”-inch and
a minimum height of 8”-inches from the bottom of the quarter panel will be
permitted, provided both doors and/or quarter panels maintain the same length
and height with or without the plastic (symmetrical). An overlap of two (2”)
inches to secure the door(s) extensions will be permitted. The door(s) must
maintain a minimum of six (6”) inches of ground clearance including the
additional material extending below the metal body. The overall dimensions of
the door(s) and extensions must meet the specifications.
C.) Only a single piece
fiberglass roof will be permitted.
D.) Only fiberglass and/or
aluminum hood, hood scoop, windshield cowl, rear interior tire clearance cover
will be permitted.
E.) Only clear lexan will be
permitted for the rear spoiler and rear wing windows. Decals and/or lettering
will not be permitted on the rear spoiler and/or rear wing windows.
15.7.3 Roof
A.) A one-piece fiberglass
roof, single ply, one contour inside and out will be permitted. Carbon fiber
and/or any other composite type materials will not be permitted. All roll bars
must remain exposed. Vertical material of any type used to mount the roof that
may cover the roll bar will not be permitted. The roof must weigh a minimum of
10 lbs.
B.) The roof must be centered
from side-to-side on the roll cage and on the frame. Offset bodies will not be
permitted. The leading edge of the roof must be positively fastened in a
stationary position a minimum of 33”-inches and a maximum of 48”-inches in
front of the rear axle centerline. The roof must be securely and positively
fastened on all sides.
C.) The minimum length of the roof
is 48”-inches with a maximum of 60”-inches. The minimum width of the roof is
48”-inches with a maximum of 52”-inches. The roof must be of the turtleback
style and shape with a minimum of ¾”-ince belly from front-to-rear and ¾”-inch
from side-to-side. The roof -contour must fit the DIRTcar roof template
patterns. Flat roofs will not be permitted. The maximum front lip must be
½”-inch. The maximum side edge(s) must be 1-1/8”-inch break. Refer to drawing
(NUMBER) on page (NUMBER).
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D.) Changes to the shape and/or
location of the roof at any time during competition will not be permitted.
E.) The maximum overall height
of the car is 61”-inches with a minimum of 52”-inches measured from the ground.
F.) The maximum roof angle is 5
degrees when measured with the DIRTcar gauge. (See reference drawing).
G.) Any proposed roof design
that deviates from the preceding rules must be submitted to DIRTcar for
approval and approved before being presented for competition.
15.7.4 Front Door Posts
A.) Only a one (1) piece
magnetic steel and/or aluminum front door posts and/or „A‟-pillars a minimum of .050”-inches with a maximum of
.090”-inches will be permitted. The front door posts must go in a straight
direct line positive and securely mounting on the roof and to the door(s). The
side of the front door post must measure a maximum of 2”-inches. The front door
post may be bead rolled and/or have a lip and/or flange for re-enforcement, but
the re-enforcement must not exceed a maximum 3/8”-inch., in width.
B.) The door post may be
fastened with a minimum of two (2) 3/16”-inch bolts to the door bracket for
ease of fabrication.
C.) Additional material, air
directional devices, lexan vent windows and/or excessive material will not be
permitted in the corner of the front door post, where the post meets the door
panel. Any additional material, air directional devices and/or vent windows
must be a maximum of 10”-inches in length.
D.) There will be no tolerance
on the front door post measurements.
15.7.5 Rear Wing Windows / Side
View / Rear View
A.) All rear wing panels and
windows must resemble a current production OEM style body. Only manufacture
approved rear wing panels and windows will be permitted for competition. Any
non-manufacture rear wing panel must resemble and/or meet the criteria as the
submitted rear wing panels and/or windows.
B.) The upper profile must not
extend above a straight line projected from the rear of the roof to a point
3”-inches higher than the rear deck. A minimum 2”-inch indent in the profile,
so as not to make the panel a fast back is mandatory. (Please refer to the
drawing.)
C.) The maximum base length
will be 61”-inches. The left and right must be of the same style and dimensions
(symmetrical). (See example of Body Style Drawing)
D.) All rear wing
windows/opera-type windows must be on average 160 square inches in size.
(Approximately 10”-inches tall x 16”-inches long). Only clear lexan windows
with no bends or breaks will be permitted.
E.) Decals and/or lettering
will not be permitted on the rear wing windows.
F.) The rear view of the wing
window must go in a straight line from the top of the quarter panel (tangent)
or bodyline to the roof with a maximum gradual bow of 2”-inches in the center
of the wing window.
15.7.6 Body Width and Ground
Clearance
A.) The body width, when
measured at any point along the body line from front-to-back will be a maximum
of 68”-inches and a minimum of 64”-inches.
B.) A minimum chassis ground
clearance of 2 ½”-inches will be permitted.
C.) Fan and/or ground-effect
cars will not be permitted.
D.) Rubber skirts, fins, air
directional devices and/or spoilers of any type under the car will not be
permitted.
E.) A 2”-inch maximum air
deflector in front of the radiator for engine cooling will be permitted.
15.7.7 Door Panels
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A.) The side door panel(s) will
be a maximum of 85” inches and a minimum of 60”-inches in front of the
centerline of the rear axle. The door(s), front door extensions and rear quarter
panels must be flat and mounted in a vertical position. They must remain flat.
Louvers, bead rolls holes and/or protrusions from top-to-bottom will not be
permitted. Holes will be permitted for rub rails/nerf bars. A maximum 1”-inch
long lip/flange at a 45 degree outward angle ½”-inch away from the sheet metal
for reinforcement will be permitted at the top and bottom of the door(s)
panels. All outside sheet metal, door panels, door extensions, air dams, front
nose and/or hood fins must be the same shape, size and angle on both sides of
the car. The door(s) must match each other from side-to-side (symmetrical).
B.) Bead rolls around the
outside perimeter of the door panels and the wing windows will be allowed. Bead
rolled edges must face toward the center of the chassis.
C.) The front door(s)
extensions will be a maximum of 20”-inches behind the front axle centerline.
D.) The top front corner of the
door when measured from the ground will be a maximum of 38” and a minimum of
30”-inches when measured 60”-inches from the rear axle centerline. The rear of
the door when measured from the ground will be a maximum of 42”-inches to the
top of the door when measured 16”-inches from the center of the rear axle
centerline of the rear forward.
E.) The ground clearance on the
bottom of the doors must maintain a maximum of 12”-inches and a minimum of
6”-inches from the ground.
F.) A maximum lip and/or flange
of 1-1/2”-inches rounded at 90 degrees and facing inward only, on the top and
bottom door(s) and rear quarter panel(s) will be permitted.
G.) A lip and/or flange angled
out at a maximum angle of 45 degrees, extending away from the door at a maximum
of ½”-inch and a maximum of 1”-inch in length before it bends inward for
strength at the top of the door(s) and/or rear quarter panel(s) will be
permitted.
15.7.8 Rear Quarter Panels
A.) The rear quarter panels
must be symmetrical in height, with or without plastic.
B.) The rear quarter panels
must be a maximum of 47”-inches and a minimum of 40”-inches from the ground at
the rear and continue in a straight line with the top of the door. (See
drawing.).
C.) A maximum 2”-inch fender
flare may be used, but the overall body width must maintain a maximum of
68”-inches.
D.) The rear quarter panels may
extend rearward a maximum of 48”-inches at the top and a maximum of 44”-inches
at the bottom when measured from the center of the rear axle to the rear of the
car.
E.) A maximum of 16”-inches and
a minimum of 8”-inches of ground clearance (when measured from the ground to
the bottom of the rear quarter) will be permitted.
F.) The plastic / rubber
material utilized on the rear of the car may extend a maximum of 16”-inches
from the ground to a minimum of 8”-inches from the ground on either side of the
car (symmetrical). The panels may have one side plastic on one (1) side only
provided the panel remains completely symmetrical.
15.7.9 Rear Spoiler
A.) A one piece, clear lexan
spoiler with a maximum height of 5”-inches from the rear deck will be
permitted. Lettering and/or decals will not be permitted.
B.) The rear spoiler must be
non-adjustable from the cockpit and/or during racing conditions. Hinges,
adjuster(s), slides and/or any other adjusting type device will not be
permitted.
C.) Metal gurney and/or table
and/or flanges and/or lips will not be permitted.
D.) A brake and/or bend on the
top of the Lexan spoiler will be permitted for reinforcement.
E.) The maximum overall height
of the spoiler when measured from the ground must not exceed 50”-inches.
F.) A maximum four (4) of
vertical supports (a maximum of 2”-inches in vertical height and 10”-inches in
length) for the purpose of fastening the spoiler to the rear deck will be
permitted.
15.7.10 Rear Deck
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A.) The maximum height the rear
deck when measured from the ground will be 47”-inches and a minimum of
40”-inches.
B.) The rear deck lid must be
fully enclosed from side-to-side and have a maximum height of 14”-inches and a
minimum 9”-inches, vertically behind the fuel tank.
C.) The left and right rear
trunk lids must be symmetrical in size and shape and must remain flat to cover
the fuel filler hose and apparatus. The panel must completely cover the fuel
cell, the fuel filler hoses and the vent lines.
D.) The fuel tank must be
completely enclosed from the bottom of this panel to the bottom of the fuel
cell.
E.) The fuel cell must have
both sides completely covered in sheet metal in addition the container it is
enclosed in. Openings of any type will not be permitted.
F.) Openings from the top of the
fuel cell to the bottom of the trunk lid will not be permitted.
G.) All vent line nozzles used
for the purpose of a catch can must be mounted on the left side of the quarter
panel.
H.) Crew members will not be
permitted behind the car during a pit stop with refueling.
15.7.11 Hood, Nose and Front
Spoiler
A.) The maximum width for the
hood, nose and front spoiler will be 36”-inches with a minimum width of
24”-inches. Louvers will be permitted on the sides of the hood.
B.) The nose-piece must not extend
rearward of the front shock towers.
C.) The front spoiler must be a
separate piece.
D.) Shock absorber covers
and/or deflectors must not be a part of the nose or the spoiler and/or
positively fastened to the nose in any fashion exceeding the 36”-inch maximum
width.
E.) Fabric material shock
absorber covers will be permitted. The covers must not be used to achieve any
aerodynamic advantage and/or to deflect air in a positive manner.
F.) The maximum the spoiler may
extend in front of the front axle centerline will be 20”-inches.
G.) The front spoiler must be
non-adjustable (hinges and/or sliders will not be permitted).
H.) The hood shall be
considered from the front roll cage to on top and in-line with the front of the
radiator.
I.) The hood and nose may have
a maximum lip and/or flange of 2”-inches on both side following the contour of
the body. They must remain symmetrical.
J.) The hood and nose be
centered on the centerline of the frame.
K.) The hood, nose and/or
spoiler must not overlap each other‟s
location on the frame.
L.) Any part of the hood must
not exceed 10 degrees and the sheet metal must not have an opening and/or
extrusion between the hood and the nose.
M.) The hood must extend over
the radiator and have complete sides.
N.) The front spoiler may have
a lip and/or flange a maximum 2”-inches on both sides following the contour of
the spoiler not exceeding the maximum width of 36”-inches. The front spoiler
may be offset 1”-inch from the centerline of the frame to the right or the left.
15.7.12 Hood Scoop
A.) The hood must be fully
enclosed.
B.) There are two (2) of hood
scoops that can be mounted on top of the hood for the purpose of enclosing the
carburetor and/or ram air. Ram Air will be permitted providing they meet the
following specifications in this section.
C.) The ram air scoop: A
maximum 30”-inch length when measured from the rear motor plate to the front of
the hood scoop will be permitted. A maximum width of 18”-inches will be
permitted. The maximum 6”-inch front vertical opening at the beginning of the
scoop will be permitted. A minimum of 8”-inches will be required from the
highest point on the hood scoop to the lowest point on the
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front of the front of the roll
cage and/or the roof. The hood scoop must be positively fastened to the hood
and completely enclose the carburetor and the air filter.
D.) The conventional air scoop
(non-ram air): A maximum of 25”-inches is permitted from the center of the
carburetor forward to the end of the hood scoop. A maximum width of 22”-inches
will be permitted. A minimum of 8”-inches will be required from the highest
point on the hood scoop to the lowest point on the front of the front of the
roll cage and/or the roof. The hood scoop must be positively fastened to the
hood and completely enclose the carburetor and the air filter.
15.7.13 Interior Sheet Metal
A.) All horizontal body
support(s) other than the inner pods, whether in the front and/or rear must be a
minimum of 1” x 1” .095”-inch thick tubing or 1”-inch flat stock a minimum of
.125”-inch thick..
B.) Inside and/or outside
wings, spoilers, air foils and/or wind deflectors will not be permitted.
C.) Double panels and/or sheet
metal that is designed to create a wing effect will not be permitted.
D.) A maximum 1”-inch
reinforced flange will be permitted on all lexan, however, all specified
measurements must be retained.
E.) All interior sheet metal
must completely cover all interior areas, door-to-door, quarter
panel-to-quarter panel. Holes and/or openings will not be permitted in this
area.
F.) Front and rear firewalls
are required. The front firewall must isolate the cockpit from the engine
compartment. The rear firewall must extend from the top of the fuel cell to the
belly pan to isolate the cockpit from the fuel cell. The firewall must be a
minimum of .050”-inch thick aluminum and/or magnetic steel. The firewall may be
altered and/or cut for drive shaft clearance.
G.) Vertical fins, air dams
and/or fairings on either side, behind the roll cage will not be permitted.
H.) All sheet metal must be a
flat single plane across the interior of the car. Two (2) bead rolls or breaks
for the purpose of strengthening and maintaining the shape of the wing will be
permitted. The maximum bead roll and/or break permitted will be 1/8”-inch in
height and ½-“-inch in width.
I.) Covered roll bars will not
be permitted. Sheet metal that is one-piece and/or part of a body panel formed
around tubing that is not considered an aerodynamic advantage will be
permitted, provided there is no excess sheet metal.
J.) Louvers will be permitted
for cooling purposes only, including the radiator, engine and/or a working oil
cooler. Louvers and/or holes in the interior or exterior sheet metal will not
be permitted.
K.) The floor and/or belly-pan
may not be any wider than the frame at any point. Lips, fins and/or air
directional devices on the floor and/or belly pan will not be permitted. The
under pan must not extend in length past the rear of the seat and exceed the
width of the frame rails of the car and must be a maximum of .090”-inches in
material thickness.
L.) Only aluminum belly pans
will be permitted. Panels under the rear and and/or the fuel tank will not be
permitted.
15.7.14 Driver Compartment
A.) A full metal firewall
fabricated from magnetic steel and/or aluminum must encompass the driver‟s compartment from front-to-rear, on both sides and
floor boards.
B.) The driver‟s seat must be a high back aluminum seat, designed
specifically for racing, located on the left side of the car and mounted per
the manufacturer‟s instructions
securely to the frame.
C.) The seat design should be
one from a current manufacturer and/or recommended to include the full
containment design. Installation of the full containment seat should follow the
manufacturer‟s instructions.
D.) All cars must be equipped
with a quick-release type steering wheel.
E.) The driver compartment must
have a starting switch and/or button within reach of the driver.
F.) A clearly labeled
electrical on/off „kill‟ switch must be
within reach of the driver.
F.) Mirrors of any-type will
not be permitted.
G.) Radios and/or electronic
and/or data communication devices will not be permitted.
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H.) Any edge and/or sheet metal
end in and around the driver compartment must be protected with trim and/or
beading and rounded. Sharp and protruding edges will not be permitted.
I.) A substantial rock guard
with a minimum of three (3) additional roll bars must be mounted in front of
the driver. The rock guard must be made from wire screen. Windshield screens
must be a minimum of .090-inches and must be securely fastened.
J.) Fuel and/or power steering
lines and/or fittings running through the driver‟s
compartment must be made from an approved braided type of line. High pressure
lines and/or fittings and/or hot fluid lines running through the driver‟s compartment must be encased and/or must have a
shield.
K.) A fully charged fire
extinguisher meeting SFI 167.1 specifications with an activation push and/or
pull knob within reach of the driver is recommended.
15.7.15 Numbers and
Identification
A.) The track and/or series
Scoring Director reserves the right to issue and/or change a car number to prevent
duplication and/or maintain proper records.
B.) Team cars must be clearly
identifiable from one another and use another number and/or letter.
C.) All number and letter
combinations will be limited to three digits. If three digits are used two (2)
shall be the primary numbers/letter.
D.) Number and/or letter
combinations are required on the roof, nose, rear deck and both doors.
E.) All numbers and letters
must be a minimum of 18”-inches high on the roof and/or doors and 8”-inches
high for the rear deck and the nose. All numbers and/or letters must be equal
in size and displayed legibly whether decaled and/or painted.
F.) For all Super DIRTcar Big
Block Modified Series events, Big Block Modifieds must display a red and yellow
(outline and/or fill) roof number with the letters “B.B.” placed within the
number to signify that the vehicle is a Big Block.
G.) For all Mr. DIRTcar 358
Modified Series events, 358 Modifieds must display a blue and yellow (outline
and/or fill) roof number with the numbers “358” placed within the number to
signify that the vehicle is a 358 Modified.
H.) The nerf bars must not
block the visibility of the number and/or letter combinations.
I.) The letters of the driver‟s last name must be a minimum of 6”-inches in height
and be positioned under, through and/or above number on both sides of the car.
15.7.16 Bumpers and Side
Bars/Nerf Bars
General
A.) All bumpers, side bars/nerf
bars and/or bracing must be made from a minimum 1-1/2” diameter round
,095”-inch thick magnetic steel tubing only unless otherwise specified.
B.) All edges and/or corners on
bumpers and side bars/nerf bars must be rounded. Sharp edges will not be
permitted.
C.) The rear bumper and/or any
side bars must not extend past the outside of the tire sidewalls on either the
left and/or right side of the car.
Front Bumper
A.) Only the front bumpers may
be made from a minimum 1-1/4” diameter round ,095”-inch thick magnetic steel
tubing.
B.) The front bumper must
consist of two (2) horizontal rails; an upper and a lower and a minimum of two
(2) vertical braces, equally spaced, welded between the two (2) horizontal
rails. The horizontal rails must be positively fastened to the frame with four
(4) sockets and/or supports. The front bumper must remain exposed without
covering and/or any sheet metal fabrication surrounding it.
C.) The four (4) tubes that
support the bumper from the four (4) frame sockets must be horizontal. These
rails must be a minimum of 6”-inches and a maximum of 12”-inches apart when
measured from the top to the bottom and maintain that measurement for a minimum
width of 24”-inches and a
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maximum width of 30”-inches.
The front bumper must also have an 18”-inch center when measured from the
ground up to the middle of the bumper.
D.) The maximum the front
bumper may extend from the centerline of the front axle is 24”-inches and a
minimum of 20”-inches.
E.) The front surface of the
bumper must remain flat, parallel and perpendicular with the front of the nose
piece for the full width of the bumper. V-shaped and/or any other type of
shaped bumpers will not be permitted.
F.) The end bracing tube of the
front bumper must be fabricated on an angle in such a way as to prevent the
bumper of another car becoming interlocked. Please refer to the drawing at the
back of this rule book.
Rear Bumper
A.) The rear bumper must
consist of two (2) rails, an upper and lower, which must have four (4) sockets
and horizontal support bars positively attaching it to the frame. The upper and
lower rails must also be a minimum of 10”-inches apart and a maximum of
16”-inches apart from the top to the bottom and maintain that measurement for a
minimum width of the 64”-inches and a maximum of 86”-inches.
B.) The rear bumper must have
an 18”-inch center when measured from the ground to the middle of the bumper.
C.) The maximum the rear bumper
may extend back when measured from the centerline of the rear axle is
52”-inches.
D.) The rear surface of the bumper
must remain flat and parallel with the back of the rear quarter panel for the
full width of the bumper. V-shaped and/or any other type of shaped bumpers will
not be permitted.
Rub Rails
A.) Solid and/or bars with
ballast added will not be permitted.
B.) The rub rails must be
exposed and outside the body panels. The left side rub rail may extend a
maximum of 2”-inches outside the left rear tire sidewall.
C.) The rub rails must be bent
with a gentle radius at a 90 degree angle and must protrude a minimum of
6”-inches back in past the body.
D.) The rub rails must be a
minimum of 50”-inches long from socket-to-socket.
Bumpers and Rub Rails
A.) Only a minimum of 5/16”
bolts with nyloc nuts and/or DIRTcar approved quick release solid pins will be
permitted for positively fastening bumpers and rub rails to the car. Cotter
pins and/or other fastening devices will not be permitted.
B.) All bumpers and rub rail
sockets must have fasteners, pins and/or bolts with a minimum diameter of
5/16”-inch.
C.) The front and rear rub
rails must have a 360 degree sleeve a minimum of 3/8”-inch wide x .095” thick
magnetic steel welded to the rub rail tube butted against the support socket to
prevent pins from shearing. Refer to the drawing at the back of this rule book.
15.8 Suspension
15.8.1 Front End
A.) The front axle must be a
straight, one-piece axle manufactured from magnetic steel tubing. Only approved
camber adjustments and/or camber adjustment devices will be permitted. Any
other camber adjustments and/or will not be permitted.
B.) Split axles and/or dropped
axles and/or independent front suspension(s) will not be permitted.
C.) All brackets on the front
axle must be welded and/or bolted. Bird cages and/or sliders will not be
permitted.
D.) Only Modified front
spindles will be permitted.
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E.) Bearing shafts that are
made of steel are recommended.
F.) The chassis may be offset a
maximum of 4”-inches from the center of the inside tire width measured from the
inside of the left front tire to the inside of the right front tire at axle
height. Refer to the drawing in the back of this rule book regarding front and
rear end offset details.
G.) The front wheels and tires
must remain fully exposed. Fenders and/or air deflection devices of any type
will not be permitted.
15.8.2 Shock Absorbers
A.) Only one (1) shock per
wheel will be permitted.
B.) Externally adjustable shock
absorbers will not be permitted. Shock absorbers with Schrader valves will be
permitted.
C.) External reservoir type
shock absorbers will not be permitted.
D.) All shock absorbers must be
an „in-stock‟ item with manufacturers. Custom shock absorbers
and/or shock absorber components will not be permitted.
15.8.3 Suspension Components
A.) Independent front and/or
rear suspensions will not be permitted.
B.) A-Frames and/or ball joints
will not be permitted for steering axis (kingpin only).
C.) Four wheel steering,
actuated by the steering wheel and/or of any type will not be permitted.
D.) All suspension systems and designs
must be mechanical. Hydraulic, pneumatic (air), electronic, radio and/or
computer assisted for adjustments and/or in-or-out of cockpit type suspensions
and/or suspension adjustment systems will not be permitted.
E.) Traction control of any
type, including within the braking system is not permitted.
F.) Only a single brake bias
and single rear panhard adjustment will be permitted in the cockpit. Any other
type of adjustment, will not be permitted in the cockpit.
15.8.4 Springs
A.) Any type and/or form of
spring will be permitted (torsion bar, coil and/or leaf spring).
B.) Carbon fiber and/or
titanium springs will not be permitted.
15.8.5 Brakes
A.) All cars must have four (4)
wheel hydraulic brakes in good working condition. Random brake inspection may
take place throughout the season.
B.) Carbon fiber, carbon,
titanium, ceramic, aluminum pads and/or rotors will not be permitted.
C.) On live rear axles, one
inboard and one outboard brake assembly will be permitted.
D.) Brake bias may be adjustable
through the cockpit.
E.) Manual brake shut offs will
not be permitted, with the exception of the right front brake.
15.8.6 Wheelbase and Tread
Width
A.) The minimum wheel base is
106”-inches and a maximum of 110”-inches with a maximum tolerance of ½”, when
measured from the centerline of the rear axle to the centerline of the front
axle for both left and right sides.
B.) The maximum front tread
width will be 86”-inches with a minimum of 74”-inches. The maximum rear tread
width will be 86”-inches with a minimum of 80”-inches. These measurements will
be taken from the outside edge of the sidewall of the tires on each side.
15.9 Roll Cage
A.) Only round magnetic steel
tubing 1-1/2” and/or 1-3/4” in outside diameter with a material thickness of
1-3/4”-.095”-inches and/or 1-1/2”-.120”-inches will be permitted.
B.) The roll cage must be an
integral and structural part of the frame. All frames built in 2005 and after
must have a manufacturer‟s unique serial
number plate visible and positively fastened on the
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left front roll cage upright.
The letters and/or numbers shall not exceed 8 digits and be ½”-inch in height.
See drawing 4.7.2
C.) Front and rear roll bars
must be positively fastened in a cage-type configuration. Two (2) round horizontal
side bars on each side are required. The top side bar must be a maximum of
22”-inches below the top roll bar.
D.) Proper bracing and
triangulation on the front and rear roll bars is required. All roll bar bracing
material must be 1-1/2”-inches outside diameter with a material wall thickness
of .095”-inches. A minimum of one (1) diagonal bar across the top of the roll
cage is required.
E.) The rear main roll bar hoop
must be a minimum of 26”-inches when measured across the outside-to-outside of
the hoop and maintain that measurement from the top to the bottom of the cage.
The bottom of the rear main roll bar hoop must be positively fastened (welded)
to the 2”x4” frame rails. Outriggers will not be permitted.
E.) The front roll bar hoop
must be a minimum of 26”-inches when measured across the outside-to-outside of
the hoop and maintain that measurement from the top to the bottom of the cage,
with the exception of the allowable frame taper. Outriggers will not be
permitted. Refer to the drawing in the back of this rule book.
15.10 Wheels
A.) Only aluminum wheels will
be permitted for competition. Magnesium, steel, carbon fiber and/or any other
exotic type material will not be permitted.
B.) „Bleed-off‟ and/or „Bleeder‟
valves will be permitted.
C.) The maximum rim width will
be 14”-inches when measured from the inside of left bead to the inside of the
right bead of the wheel. Only wheels 15”-inches in diameter will be permitted.
D.) Beadlocks will be
permitted. Any wheel utilizing a beadlock must maintain a minimum diameter hole
of 11” or 5” inches inside the beadlock and the wheel. Beadlocks may only be
used on the outside of the wheel.
E.) Wheel covers and/or hubcaps
will not be permitted on the inside of the wheel(s). Wheel covers and/or hub caps
will be permitted on the outside of the wheel providing they are one piece,
positively fastened to the wheel and/or beadlock and that they maintain a
minimum thickness of .090” with a minimum 1”-inch diameter hole in the center
of the cover.
F.) Foam inserts and/or
corrugated plastic (with approved installation) may be permitted. If wheel
covers are not properly installed, they may not be permitted.
G.) A minimum of five (5) lug
nuts on the rear wheels will be required. A minimum of three (3) lug nuts will
be required on the front wheels. Knock off hubs of any type on any wheel will
not be permitted.
15.11 Tires
A.) Individual race tracks,
events and/or series may designate a particular tire and/or compound at any
time. The compound may be announced prior to the event in a bulletin and/or at
the driver‟s meeting.
B.) Only Hoosier Racing Tires
will be permitted in any DIRTcar sanctioned events. Hoosier (the tire
manufacturer) will mark/stamp/brand all legal tires with specified compound
and/or other specific DIRTcar designations as listed below;
Big Block and 358 Modifieds:
1.) D200 (“DIRT Soft”)
2.) D300 (“DIRT Soft”)
3.) D400 (“DIRT Hard”)
4.) D500 (“DIRT X-Tra Hard”)
Tire Size and Compound
Designation:
1.) Front - 11/82-15
2.) Front - 13/82-15
3.) Rear - 13/87-15
4.) Rear – 13/89 - 15
5.) Rear - 13/92-15
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C.) The minimum rear tire
pressure will be as follows; Left rear a minimum of 7lbs. The right rear will
be a minimum of 10 lbs.
D.) The altering of any tire
compound, by any means will not be permitted. Chemical alteration of the tread
carcass and/or tread compound, such as tire „soaking‟ and or the introduction of tread „softener‟ and/or the physical defacement (removal, altering
and/or covering) of tire sidewall markings in any manner will not be permitted.
If any competitor is found to have altered their tires any penalty deemed
appropriate by Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Officials may be issued.
Tires may be protested by another competitor following the protest rules as
stated in section 11.2.
1.) Any tire may be inspected
and/or analyzed for alteration at any time. This will consist of a process as
determined by the independent laboratory that performs the analysis. A “Chain
of Custody” process will be outlined with the competitor upon inspection of the
tires.
2.) The analysis process will
require shipment of the tire to the selected laboratory. Additional race
event(s) may be completed before a determination is made. If a penalty is
issued, the event(s) that fell into the analysis time period while the tire(s)
were being analyzed will be considered as part of the penalty time period.
3.) Reference Section 5.3.D.
for Competitive Analysis, Section 11.1.I for Penalties and/or Section 11.2.I
for Protest(s).
F.) Removable duct tape,
provided it does not deface the tire, to cover the D-Number will be permitted.
F.) Heating of the tires by
torch, blanket, heating device(s), exhaust system and/or any other method will
not be permitted.
G.) Inner liners of any type
will not be permitted.
H.) A tire durometer may be
used during the tire inspection process, provided baseline tire(s) have been
read at the event prior to inspection.
15.12 Personal Safety Equipment
– see section 3.0
15.13 Other
A.) Cars will not be permitted
to make a qualifying attempt without passing technical inspection. All cars
must be available for inspection prior to the time of the driver‟s meeting. Following the driver‟s meeting, covers of any-type on the racecar will not
be permitted.
B.) All fuel lines, power
steering lines and/or fittings running through the driver‟s compartment must be made from an approved braided
type line. Plastic and/or glass fuel filters will not be permitted.
C.) All cars may be subject to
technical inspection at any time.
D.) Full or partial car covers
will be permitted only when there is inclement weather and/or the car is in its
designated pit stall. All covers shall be removed prior to the car leaving its
designated pit stall.
E.) SFI-approved and labeled seat,
roll bar, knee and steering pads and/or padding is recommended.
F.) All teams must have a fire
extinguisher in the rear of their transporter with the car number clearly
visible on the extinguisher. The fire extinguisher must be a minimum of 20lbs
and is recommended to FFF type chemical and/or Dupont FE-36 and/or equivalent.
G.) All drivers are required to
have a one-way radio. The one-way radio must be working and active prior to any
„on-track‟ activity. Two-way radios, crew-member to driver
and/or any other means of electronic communication, other than the one-way
radio will not be permitted.
H.) Seven (7) days prior to any
scheduled and/or sanctioned one (1) day DIRTcar Northeast Series event paying
less than $20,000-to-win race teams will not be permitted to rent, test and or
attend any practice session(s) at the scheduled track. Any race team and/or
driver in violation will be given one (1) lap of qualifying and the best the
qualifying position that will be earned is 50% + 1 of the entered cars for that
event.
15.14 Series Decal and Patches
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A.) All participants will be
required to display decals as provided on the decal verification sheet prior to
entering into competition. If any required decal is not displayed loss of any
awarded money will be the penalty.
B.) A series decal is required
on both sides of the car. Driver must display the series patch on their uniform
to receive point fund awards.
C.) Contingency and sponsorship
awards, any team participating must meet the requirements of the award(s) such
as decals, patches, product use and verification. There will be a written
deadline presented to the teams prior to the start of each season for each
element to be in place for the award requirements. If it is an existing program
it will roll over from the prior season and the program will begin at the first
race of the season.
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15.0-B DIRTcar 358 Modifieds
ANY CAR, TEAM AND/OR DRIVER
THAT DOES NOT MEET THESE SPECIFICATIONS AND/OR EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS WILL BE
SUBJECT TO PENALTIES AS DETERMINED BY THE Super DIRTcar and/or DIRTcar and/or
World Racing Group OFFICIALS.
Note; Unless otherwise noted
within Section 15.0-B, the rules remain the same as presented in section
15.0-A.
15.1 Engines General and
Location
A.) Conventional stock type V-8
engines (OEM American with cast iron blocks and Brodix Aluminum Cylinder Heads.
Ported OEM and/or the DART Iron Eagle Cylinder Heads will be permitted.
Aluminum engine blocks will not be permitted. The following are the approved cast
iron engine blocks permitted for competition.
- OEM Chevrolet and Bow Tie
Performance
- OEM Chrysler and R
Performance
- OEM Ford and SVO Perfomance
- DART Performance (Little M)
- DART Rocket Block 31121111
- DART SHP Block 31161111
4”-inch bore
B.) ALL engines must maintain
stock bore and stroke combinations.
Engine Maximum Overbore Cubic
Inches (C.I.):
- Chevrolet 350 C.I. 4,00” bore
x 3.480” stroke + .070 maximum over bore = 363
- Chysler 360 C.I. 4,00” bore x
3.578” stroke + .020 maximum over bore = 364
- Chrysler 340 C.I. 4,04” bore
x 3.313” stroke + .060 maximum over bore = 350
- Ford 351 C.1. 4.00” bore x
3.500” stroke +.060 maximum over bore = 363
C.) Reverse rotation engines
will not be permitted.
D.) The engine must be centered
in the front of the chassis and placed in an upright position.
E.) Engine set back will be as
follows; Minimum is 56”-inches and a Maximum of 66”-inches with a tolerance of
½”-inch (+/-). The setback will be measured from the centerline of the front
axle to the rear machined surface of the engine bell housing.
F.) Engines must not pump more
than the specified cubic inch.
G.) Only normally aspirated
engines will be permitted.
ENGINE BLOCKS
A.) Only stock OEM and cast
iron performance blocks including the Chrysler (R) Block, Chevrolet Bow-Tie,
Ford-SVO and/or DART Blocks will be permitted. Aluminum blocks will not be
permitted.
B.) On January 1st, 2012 the
lightening and/or machining of engine blocks will not be permitted. The engine
block must remain as received from the manufacturer. Any alteration will not be
permitted.
15.1.2 Cylinder Heads and
Intake Manifolds (358 Modified Engine Combinations Specifications)
A.) There will be three (3) cylinder head assemblies
permitted;
Option –A (2,350 lbs – Spec.
Heads and Intake) & B- (2,450 lbs Brodix Cylinder Heads)
1.) Brodix „Spec‟ Aluminum Head Option; One (1) degree angle mill will
be permitted. The cylinder head must remain as manufactured by Brodix. Only the
Brodix cast aluminum intake manifold (Part # HV1000) will be permitted. Oil
lines and/or brackets must not be mounted in front of the cylinder heads for
ease of inspection and measuring the dowel pin holes. Matching and/or porting
of the cylinder heads will not be permitted. The cylinder heads and intake
manifold must remain as manufactured by Brodix. A magnetic steel or aluminum
oil pan will be permitted. Only Schoenfeld magnetic steel (Part # 1124 BV)
exhaust headers will be permitted. The four (4) primary pipers going into one
collector. Stainless steel, iron lung, tri-y type, merge collectors and/or any
other type exhaust header design will not be permitted. Ceramic coating and/or
any other type coatings will not be permitted.
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2.) The maximum compression ratio
on any aluminum cylinder head package will be 10.5:1.
3.) All Brodix „Spec‟ Cylinder Heads will be supplied with CNC bowl blend
and CNC combustion chamber and intake port matching.
4.) Grinding and/or blending of
CNC work will not be permitted.
5.) Grinding and/or polishing
anywhere on the cylinder head casting will not be permitted.
6.) The use of substances that
may change and/or alter the shape, finish and/or size of the ports and/or
combustion chamber will not be permitted.
7.) The maximum intake valve
size of 2.080”-inches and a maximum exhaust valve size of 1.600”-inches will be
permitted for all Brodix „Spec‟ Cylinder Heads.
8.) Titanium valves, titanium
valve train components will not be permitted. Titanium retainers and/or keepers
will be permitted.
9.) Alterations to the valve
seats and/or valve guides will not be permitted. The valve seats and/or valve
guides must remain as manufactured in their cast positions.
10.) Valve stem angles must
remain as manufactured. The original valve seat center location(s) as provided
by the cylinder head manufacturer (Brodix) must not be altered. Any valve
repair job will only be permitted on steel seat concentric to the guide.
Justifiable and reasonable enlargement of the valve seat concentric to the
valve guide as the result of a valve repair job will be permitted, but the
combustion chamber must retain the stock OEM dimensions as cast by the „Spec‟ head manufacturer (Brodix).
11.) Tapering and/or reshaping
of the valve guide(s) will not be permitted.
12.) Only 11/32”-inch diameter
valve stems will be permitted. Neck down type valves will be permitted.
13.) Brodix „Spec‟ Cylinder Head serial/ part, ID, markings and/or
numbers must remain unaltered. Defacing and/or altering of the part
identification information will not be permitted.
14.) Brodix, as the „Spec‟ Cylinder Head manufacturer may repair cylinder heads
with authorization from DIRTcar, Super DIRTcar Series and/or World Racing Group
Officials.
Option –C- (Ported Cylinder
Heads) For 2011;
1.) Cast-iron heads; Chevrolet
Bow-Tie, Chrysler W2, Ford performance cylinder heads, OEM and/or DART Iron
Eagle 200, 215 or 230. Welding or the addition and/or shaping of epoxy will not
be permitted. Porting on cylinder heads and/or intake manifold will be
permitted. Any American manufactured cast aluminum single plane one piece
construction intake manifold will be permitted. Porting will be permitted as an
option on the intake manifold. Oil pan and exhaust are optional. The minimum
overall weight for this engine combination will be 2,650 lbs.
2.) All part numbers must be
approved by DIRTcar.
3.) Casting and/or part numbers
may not be altered and/or removed.
4.) Cylinder heads must retain
OEM port centers, spark plug location and all stock OEM angles and may be
ported.
B.) Any deliberate „Spec‟ Cylinder Head rules infraction may result in a
suspension from all DIRTcar sanctioned tracks. In post-race inspection DIRTcar
has the option of removing cylinder heads for inspection purposes. Failure to
cooperate in removing cylinder heads for the purpose of inspection will result
in an immediate disqualification from the event and may result in additional
penalties as set forth by DIRTcar and/or Super DIRTcar Series Officials.
C.) DIRTcar and/or Super
DIRTcar Series officials reserve the right to exchange and/or „swap‟ cylinder heads with a race team at any time. Failure
to cooperate in exchanging and/or swapping cylinder heads for the purpose of
inspection will result in an immediate disqualification from the event and may
result in additional penalties as set forth by DIRTcar and/or Super DIRTcar
Series Officials.
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15.1.3 Intake Manifold
(General)
A.) Any single piece American
production cast aluminum single plane manifold that permits the mounting of one
(1) four barrel carburetor will be permitted. Multiple piece intake manifolds
will not be permitted. The intake manifold must remain unaltered. Matching,
welding, the additional of material and/or epoxy will not be permitted.
B.) Casting and/or part numbers
must remain visible and must not be altered in any manner.
C.) The intake manifold may be
ported. If the intake manifold is ported and utilizes the Spec. Brodix cylinder
heads the car must compete at the 2,450 lb overall weight. If the engine utilizes
Cast Iron Cylinder Heads, the car must compete at the 2,650 lbs overall weight.
The addition of any material to the intake manifold will not be permitted.
D.) The following are the
approved intake manifolds;
- Chevrolet 350 C.I. Brodix
Part # HV1000
- Chrysler 360 C.I. and 340
C.I. Edelbrock Part # 2915
- Ford 351 C.I. Edelbrock Part
# 2981 9.5”-inch deck height
- Ford 351 C.I. Edelbrock Part
#2980 9.2”-inch deck height
15.1.3 Carburetor
A.) Only one (1) 650 cfm Holley
carburetor, Part Number 4777 or 80777 or Holley HP Carburetor Part Number
80541-1 will be permitted.
B.) 4777 and 80777 Option:
1.) The carburetor must
maintain the stock venture and throttle bore dimensions; the primary venture
1-1/4” and the secondary venture will be 1-5/16”.
2.) The carburetor must
maintain all stock dimensions, including mounting and stud location on intake
manifold.
3.) The booster height must
remain stock OEM from Holley. Cutting, tumbling and/or polishing will not be
permitted.
4.) Visible modifications will
not be permitted.
5.) The maximum height of the
carburetor when measured from the bottom of the carburetor and/or the throttle
plate to the machined horizontal surface of block will be in 7”-inches in both
the front and rear of the block. Any carburetor spacer may be used to maintain
the height with nothing going below the top of the machine surfaced of the
intake manifold. Turtles, air dams and/or any type of similar device will not
be permitted.
6.) The following alterations
will be permitted;
a.) Holes drilled in the throttle plate for proper
idle.
b.) Drilling, tapping and plugging of unused vacuum
ports.
c.) Welding of throttle shaft to linkage arm.
d.) Drilling of idle and/or high speed air correction
jets.
e.) Milling of center carburetor body metering block
surface, maximum of .015” on each side.
f.) Removal of choke plate and shaft.
g.) The jets may be changed as needed.
7.) Gauge measurements
(go/no-go) must be met at all times, regardless of carburetor temperature.
C.) HP 80541-1 Option:
1.) The carburetor must remain
stock retaining all Holley measurements and dimensions. The carburetor may be
adjusted utilizing only specified Holley replacement parts.
2.) Jets, bleeds, needle and
seat, emulsion bleeds, power valves, accelerator pumps nozzles and accelerator
pump cam adjustments will be permitted.
3.) Physical alteration of
carburetor components and/or parts and/or any alterations, machining and/or
reshaping will not be permitted. The use of epoxy and/or coatings of any kind
will not be permitted.
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15.1.4 Optional GM Performance
CT 525 Engine
A.) The General Motors (GM)
Engine part number #197271821 CT525 will be permitted as an optional engine for
use within the DIRTcar 358 Modified division. The engine will not be permitted
in any sanctioned series event and/or for use at any DIRTcar sanctioned
facility that does not permit the engine for competition.
B.) It is the right of any
DIRTcar sanctioned facility to apply these rules as an option for the Optional
GM Performance CT 525 Engine for use in a division, which utilizes only the
General Motors (GM) Engine part number #197271821 CT 525 in conjunction with
the rules as stated within the rules and section 15.0-B DIRTcar 358 Modifieds.
C.) The engine and all
components must remain in their original configuration and form as purchased
and/or delivered from the factory. Any alterations to the engine will not be
permitted. The Engine must remain as manufactured by General Motors. Overbore(s)
will not be permitted. Repairs may be permitted with written permission from
DIRTcar and/or World Racing Group Officials.
D.) All engines are to remain
sealed from the factory. The original factory seals must remain unaltered,
Tampering, removal, modifications of any type and/or broken factory seals will
not be permitted. The GM Engine must remain unaltered in any way.
E.) The GM Crate Engine seals
(bolt-type) must remain unaltered. DIRTcar and/or World Racing Group Officials
may require specific sealing and verification of all seals on any GM Crate
Engine. Tampering with and/or alteration of any seals will not be permitted and
is subject to immediate penalty and/or suspension.
F.) Only GM replacement parts
of any type will be permitted for any type of replacement and/or repair work.
Only GM Crate Engine specific valve springs may be used for replacement and/or
repair,
G.) The maximum RPM of the GM
CT 525 engine will be 7,500 as controlled by the GM Performance Parts „Crank
Trigger Control‟ as purchased
from the manufacturer.
H.) All other DIRTcar 358
Modified Engine rules apply, with the exception of the header rule(s). The
recommended exhaust headers will be the Schoenfeld 1124bls1-3 or the Beyea
DM-525.
I.) GM Crate Engine repairs
must be authorized by DIRTcar. GM Crate Engine repair procedure works as
follows:
1.) Contact your track promoter
and/or your local track and/or DIRTcar Technical Officials.
2.) The Promoter and/or
Technical Officials will specify a repair location and instruct the driver/owner
where to take the engine to get an estimate.
3.) Based on the estimate and
the detail of the repair, DIRTcar and/or World Racing Group officials will
determine if the repairs may be made or if a new engine must be purchased.
4.) If a repair is approved, a
specified inspector will inspect the engine and work with the engine repair
facility throughout the duration of the repair to ensure that the engine
maintains the GM Specifications.
5.) Upon completion of the
repair(s) the engine will be „resealed‟
before being released for competition.
6.) All parts including the
gasket repair kit(s) must be stock OEM GM Performance replacement parts. The
receipt(s) generated from the GM Performance Dealer and/or parts department
must be retained and a copy presented to DIRTcar for verification.
7.) Overbores will not be
permitted. If a cylinder has scoring and/or needs repair it must be
communicated to DIRTcar officials before being sleeved to maintain the original
bore size.
8.) Valve jobs will not be
permitted.
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9.) If the cylinder head
requires resurfacing and/or valve seats, a new cylinder head must be purchased.
Machine work of any type will not be permitted to the cylinder heads.
10.) Bead blasting and/or any
polishing and/or any alteration to the intake manifold and/or cylinder heads
will not be permitted.
11.) The distributor advance
curve and/or all parts must remain stock as manufactured.
12.) All engine information
regarding repairs and/or engine introduction must be retained and turned into
DIRTcar Officials, to track and manage engine database, including the driver,
serial number, repair, type of repair and/or what type of service was performed
to any engine.
13.) If any repair estimates
come back to the DIRTcar Officials that meet and/or exceed 80% of the actual
price of a new engine, a new engine must be purchased. The engine that was
damaged will no longer be eligible for competition.
J.) DIRTcar and/or World Racing
Group Supervisory Officials reserve the right to technically inspect, exchange
and/or confiscate any GM Crate Engine at any time. Failure to surrender the
engine and/or submit the engine for inspection equals disqualification from the
event and/or suspension.
K.) The intended direction of
the GM Crate Engine program is to maintain a cost-effective, affordable racing
program. Rebuilding, balancing, blue printing and/or any other alteration made
in an attempt to influence the integrity of this program will not be permitted.
The judgment and determination of any such decision will be at the sole
discretion of DIRTcar and/or World Racing Group Officials.
15.1.5 Camshaft
A.) The camshaft must maintain stock location and
position in engine block. Design and/or manufacturer may vary.
B.) Gear and/or belt drives will not be permitted.
C.) Overhead cams will not be permitted.
D.) Roller and/or shaft rockers will be permitted.
E.) Stud girdles will be permitted.
F.) Lifters must retain stock diameters, angles and
positions. Re-bushing for wear will be permitted.
G.) Lash caps will not be permitted.
15.1.6 Pistons, Connecting
Rods, Crankshaft and Vibration Dampeners
A.) Any steel and/or cast iron crank shaft maintaining
stock stroke dimensions for the engine block that is used will be permitted.
B.) OEM stock production and/or aftermarket magnetic,
solid steel rods with a maximum length of 6”-inches will be permitted.
C.) Titanium and/or aluminum rods will not be
permitted.
D.) Only 3-ring, flat top aluminum pistons will be
permitted.
E.) Engines with rods longer than 6”-inches must
maintain stock OEM specifications and measurements.
F.) Only one (1) magnetic steel or cast iron stock OEM
and/or aftermarket dampener (balancer) will be permitted.
G.) Fluid and/or friction dampeners will not be
permitted.
H.) Only one-piece constructed dampeners will be
permitted.
I.) Bolt and/or snap-ring assemblies will not be
permitted.
J.) Safety snap rings will be permitted
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K.) Rubber-lined dampeners will be permitted.
15.1.7 Ignition
A.) Only DIRTcar approved MSD
Box Part #64317-MSD/DIRT 6ALN fixed 7600 will be permitted for both ported and
Brodix „Spec‟ Cylinder head engine options. The ignition box must
remain unaltered. Only one (1) approved MSD Box will be permitted per car. The
ignition box must be in operating and working condition before, during and
after the racing event.
B.) The ignition amplifier box
(“rev box”) and coil must be mounted under the hood (out of the driver‟s reach) for ease of inspection. Mounting under the
hood includes behind the instrument gauge cover at the rear of the hood area.
All wires from the ignition amplifier box must have a clear and direct path to
their connections. The shortening of wires will be permitted to accomplish
this. Bare wires and/or exposed wiring and/or tape(d) and/or wire looms of any
type will not be permitted.
C.) Ignition boxes must remain
as manufactured. Internal and/or external alterations and/or modifications will
not be permitted. Crank trigger systems of any type will not be permitted.
D.) The ignition must be
mechanically driven in the stock OEM location.
E.) Only one ignition coil will
be permitted on the car.
F.) The wiring must remain as
specified by the ignition amplifier box manufacturer.
G.) One American Passenger Car sized
battery with terminals on top and a maximum of 12 volts will be permitted. The
battery voltage must not measure more than 14.3 volts. Step up transformer
and/or any other device designed to increase voltage will not be permitted.
H.) OEM stock firing order must
be maintained for all engines.
I.) Ignition amplifier boxes
may be confiscated and/or exchanged at any time.
15.1.8 Lubrication/Oiling
System/Oil Cooler
A.) Only a single wet sump oil
pump will be permitted. Dry sump oil systems will not be permitted.
B.) The oil pan may be magnetic
steel or aluminum. The oil pan must have a 3/4"-inch diameter inspection
hole for inspection of connecting rods. The hole must be in the left side of
the oil pan. If the inspection hole is not present, removal of the oil pan will
be required for inspection.
C.) External type oil pumps
and/or vacuum pumps will not be permitted.
D.) Accu Sumps will not be
permitted.
E.) Oil coolers will be
permitted. Please refer to section 15.1.7-A (Big Block section) for mounting
location and other rules specific to the oil cooler.
F.) Oiling evacuation (EVAC)
systems from the valve covers to the exhaust system will be permitted.
15.2 Fuel, Fuel Cells and Fuel
System
A.) Fuel coolers of any type will not be permitted.
B.) Only „D‟-type
VP Racing Gasoline, the official fuel of DIRTcar will be permitted for
competition. VP D-12, D-110 and D-109 will be the only specified fuel permitted
at any sanctioned DIRTcar and/or Super DIRTcar Series event. Blending of fuels,
including VP spec (including „D‟)
fuels of different octane will not be permitted. Alcohol, methanol, nitrous
oxide, nitro-methane and/or propylene oxide will be permitted. Fuel may be
subject to inspection and testing at any time. Proof of purchase for the
official fuel of DIRTcar may be required.
15.3 Exhaust - Muffler and
Sound Reduction Devices
A.) Only Schoenfeld headers will be eligible to
compete at the 2,350 lb weight. The following are the approved Schoenfeld
headers:
· Chevrolet – 1-3/4” to 1-7/8” Schoenfeld Part # 1124
BV
· Chevrolet – 1-5/8” to 1-3/4” Schoenfeld Part # 1122
BV SH – 3
· Chrysler – 1-3/4” to 1-7/8” Schoenfeld Part # 4124
BV SH
· Chrysler – 1-5/8” to 1-3/4” Schoenfeld Part # 4122
BV SH – 3
· Ford – 1-3/4” to 1-7/8” Schoenfeld Part # 3124 BVN
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· Ford – 1-5/8” to 1-3/4” Schoenfeld Part # 3122 BVN -
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B.) All cars competing at the 2,450 lb weight may run
headers as referred to in the Super DIRTcar Series Big Block Modified section
15.3-A Exhaust – Muffler and Sound Reduction Devices.
15.6 Weight / Ballast
A.) All 358 DIRTcar Modifieds
utilizing a DIRTcar 358 Modified engine with the Brodix “Spec” heads, ported
intake and “tri-y” exhaust must maintain a minimum weight of 2,450 lbs
following the completion of any event.
B.) All 358 DIRTcar Modifieds
utilizing a Brodix “Spec.” DIRTcar 358 Modified engine with the stock intake
manifold (reference 15.3.A.; 15.1.3; 15.1.2 A.) and spec. Schoenfeld headers
and a steel or aluminum oil pan must maintain a minimum weight of 2,350 lbs
following the completion of any event.
C.) All 358 DIRTcar Modifieds
utilizing the optional GM Performance 525 Crate Engine must maintain a minimum
weight of 2,350 lbs following the completion of any event.
D.) All 358 DIRTcar Modifieds
utilizing a ported steel head DIRTcar 358 engine per this rule book must
maintain a minimum weight of 2,650 lbs following the completion of any event.
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15.0-C DIRTcar Sportsman
Modified
ANY CAR, TEAM AND/OR DRIVER
THAT DOES NOT MEET THESE SPECIFICATIONS AND/OR EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS WILL BE
SUBJECT TO PENALTIES AS DETERMINED BY THE DIRTcar and/or World Racing Group
OFFICIALS.
Note; Unless otherwise noted
within Section 15.0-C, the rules remain the same as presented in section
15.0-A.
15.1 Engines
A.) The General Motors (GM)
Engine part number #88958602/19258602 is the only engine permitted in all
DIRTcar Sportsman Modified events.
B.) The engine and all
components must remain in their original configuration and form as purchased
and/or delivered from the factory. Any alterations to the engine will not be
permitted. The Engine must remain as manufactured by General Motors with a
stock 4”-inch bore. Overbore(s) will not be permitted. Sleeve repair may be
permitted with written permission from DIRTcar and/or World Racing Group
Officials.
C.) All engines are to remain
sealed from the factory. The original factory seals must remain unaltered,
Tampering, removal, modifications of any type and/or broken factory seals will
not be permitted. The GM Engine must remain unaltered in any way.
D.) The GM Crate Engine seals
(bolt-type) must remain unaltered. DIRTcar and/or World Racing Group Officials
may require specific sealing and verification of all seals on any GM Crate
Engine. Tampering with and/or alteration of any seals will not be permitted and
is subject to immediate penalty and/or suspension.
E.) Only GM replacement parts
of any type will be permitted for any type of replacement and/or repair work.
Only GM Crate Engine specific valve springs may be used for replacement and/or
repair, Part Number # 10212811.
F.) GM Crate Engine repairs
must be authorized by DIRTcar. GM Crate Engine repair procedure works as
follows:
1.) Contact your track promoter
and/or your local track and/or DIRTcar Technical Officials.
2.) The Promoter and/or
Technical Officials will specify a repair location and instruct the
driver/owner where to take the engine to get an estimate.
3.) Based on the estimate and
the detail of the repair, DIRTcar and/or World Racing Group officials will
determine if the repairs may be made or if a new engine must be purchased.
4.) If a repair is approved, a
specified inspector will inspect the engine and work with the engine repair
facility throughout the duration of the repair to ensure that the engine
maintains the GM Specifications.
5.) Upon completion of the
repair(s) the engine will be „resealed‟
before being released for competition.
6.) All parts including the
gasket repair kit(s) must be stock OEM GM Performance replacement parts. The
receipt(s) generated from the GM Performance Dealer and/or parts department
must be retained and a copy presented to DIRTcar for verification.
7.) Overbores will not be
permitted. If a cylinder has scoring and/or needs repair it must be
communicated to DIRTcar officials before being sleeved to maintain the original
bore size.
8.) Valve jobs will not be
permitted. Valves may be lapped.
9.) If the cylinder head
requires resurfacing and/or valve seats, a new cylinder head must be purchased.
Machine work of any type will not be permitted to the cylinder heads.
10.) Bead blasting and/or any
polishing and/or any alteration to the intake manifold and/or cylinder heads
will not be permitted.
11.) The distributor advance curve
and/or all parts must remain stock as manufactured.
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12.) All engine information
regarding repairs and/or engine introduction must be retained and turned into
DIRTcar Officials, to track and manage engine database, including the driver,
serial number, repair, type of repair and/or what type of service was performed
to any engine.
13.) If any repair estimates
come back to the DIRTcar Officials that meet and/or exceed 80% of the actual
price of a new engine, a new engine must be purchased. The engine that was
damaged will no longer be eligible for competition.
G.) DIRTcar and/or World Racing
Group Supervisory Officials reserve the right to technically inspect, exchange
and/or confiscate any GM Crate Engine at any time. Failure to surrender the
engine and/or submit the engine for inspection equals disqualification from the
event and/or suspension.
H.) The intended direction of
the GM Crate Engine program is to maintain a cost-effective, affordable racing
program. Rebuilding, balancing, blue printing and/or any other alteration made
in an attempt to influence the integrity of this program will not be permitted.
The judgment and determination of any such decision will be at the sole
discretion of DIRTcar and/or World Racing Group Officials.
15.1.3 Carburetor / Air Cleaner
A.) Only one (1) 650 cfm Holley
carburetor, Part Number 4777 or 80777 or Holley HP Carburetor Part Number
80541-1 will be permitted.
B.) All engines and all
components must remain in their original configuration and form as purchased
and/or delivered from the factory. Any changes will result in disqualification
from the event. Any alterations to the engine will not be permitted.
B.) 4777 and 80777 Option:
1.) The carburetor must
maintain the stock venture and throttle bore dimensions.
2.) The carburetor must
maintain all stock dimensions, including mounting and stud location on intake
manifold.
3.) The booster height must
remain stock OEM from Holley. Cutting, tumbling and/or polishing will not be
permitted.
4.) Visible modifications will
not be permitted.
5.) The maximum height of the
carburetor when measured from the bottom of the carburetor and/or the throttle
plate to the machined horizontal surface of block will be in 7”-inches in both
the front and rear of the block.
6.) The following alterations
will be permitted;
a.) Holes drilled in the throttle plate for proper
idle.
b.) Drilling, tapping and plugging of unused vacuum
ports.
c.) Welding of throttle shaft to linkage arm.
d.) Drilling of idle and/or high speed air correction
jets.
e.) Milling of center carburetor body metering block
surface, maximum of .015” on each side.
f.) Removal of choke plate and shaft.
g.) The jets may be changed as needed.
7.) Gauge measurements
(go/no-go) must be met at all times, regardless of carburetor temperature.
C.) HP 80541-1 Option:
1.) The carburetor must remain
stock retaining all Holley measurements and dimensions. The carburetor may be
adjusted utilizing only specified Holley replacement parts.
2.) Jets, bleeds, needle and
seat, emulsion bleeds, power valves, accelerator pumps nozzles and accelerator
pump cam adjustments will be permitted.
3.) Physical alteration of
carburetor components and/or parts and/or any alterations, machining and/or
reshaping will not be permitted. The use of epoxy and/or coatings of any kind
will not be permitted.
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D.) A single unaltered
carburetor spacer plate with an unaltered square hole/opening including gasket
with a maximum thickness of 1-1/8”-inch will be permitted. Tapering, machining
and/or any other alteration to the spacer plate will not be permitted.
E.) Only a single conventional
round type air cleaner housing will be permitted. Ram air, air box and/or heat
shield type devices will not be permitted. The air cleaner must remain in place
when the hood is removed.
F.) Air cleaners that provide
ventilation through the top cover (such as the K & N brand) will be
permitted.
G.) Air induction plastic
carburetor insert and/or other devices that direct air into the air intake will
not be permitted.
H.) Air diffusers will not be
permitted.
15.1.6 Ignition
A.) Only stock OEM distributors
will be permitted. The distributor must maintain the factory mechanical advance
curve to stock OEM specifications. Alterations and/or adjustments will not be
permitted.
B.) The ignition amplifier box
(“rev box”) and coil must be mounted under the hood (out of the driver‟s reach) for ease of inspection. The black wire must
be grounded to the motor. When the hood is removed the “rev box” must be
clearly visible and not covered.
C.) The car must be fitted with
one (1) unaltered approved MSD/DIRTcar RPM (rev) limiting box, part number
87286 with a DIRT 6,000 RPM chip. The box and the chip must remain operable and
working condition, prior to, during and after all racing events.
C.) The “rev box” RPM limiting
chip (6,000 RPM) must face up and be securely fasted (taped in) in the “rev
box”.
D.) Trigger-type and/or crank
trigger-type ignitions will not be permitted.
E.) The ignition must be
mechanically driven in the stock OEM location.
F.) Only the stock OEM H.E.I.
ignition coil will be permitted.
G.) The wiring must remain as
specified by the ignition amplifier box manufacturer.
H.) One American Passenger Car
sized battery with terminals on top and a maximum of 12 volts will be
permitted. The battery voltage must not measure more than 14.3 volts. Step up
transformer and/or any other device designed to increase voltage will not be
permitted.
I.) OEM stock firing order must
be maintained for all engines. Standard GM Firing Order 18436572.
J.) Ignition amplifier boxes,
“rev boxes”, RPM limiting chips, may be inspected, confiscated and/or exchanged
at any time.
K.) Traction control devices
will not be permitted. Braking devices that control traction will not be
permitted.
L.) DIRTcar and/or World Racing
Group officials reserve the rights to analyze and/or switch ignition boxes
and/or rev chips at anytime.
15.1.7 Lubrication/Oiling
System/Oil Cooler
A.) Only a single wet sump oil
pump will be permitted. Dry sump oil systems will not be permitted.
B.) Only magnetic steel oil
pans will be permitted.
C.) External type oil pumps
and/or vacuum pumps will not be permitted.
D.) Accu Sumps will not be
permitted.
E.) Engine evacuation systems
by internal and/or external driven pumps or by connection between exhaust
system and/or valve covers, intake manifold and/or oil pan will not be
permitted.
F.) Oil coolers will be
permitted. Please refer to section 15.1.7-A (Big Block section) for mounting
location and other rules specific to the oil cooler.
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15.1.10 – Driveshaft
A.) Only magnetic steel drive
shafts will be permitted. Titanium and/or aluminum drive shafts and/or drive
shaft yokes and/or driveline components will not be permitted.
15.1.11 – Engine Cooling
System/Radiator
A.) Only cast iron water pumps
will be permitted.
B.) Electric cooling fans
and/or pumps will not be permitted.
15.1.12 – Rear End
A.) All rear end components,
ring and pinion, gear sets and/or any other component, must be specific for the
rear end in the car in size. Only full-size type rear ends will be permitted..
A minimum of 8”-inch diameter ring gear will be permitted. Miniature rear end
housings will not be permitted.
B.) Titanium axles and/or any
other titanium rear end component will not be permitted.
15.2 Fuel, Fuel Cells and Fuel
System
A.) Fuel coolers of any type
will not be permitted.
B.) Only „D‟-type VP Racing Gasoline, the official fuel of DIRTcar
will be permitted for competition. D-98 or a maximum octane will be the only
specified fuel permitted at any sanctioned DIRTcar and/or Super DIRTcar Series
event. In addition a maximum “94 octane, R+M/2” standard pump gasoline will be
permitted. Blending of fuels or gasoline, including VP spec (including „D‟) fuels of different octane will not be permitted.
Alcohol, methanol, nitrous oxide, nitro-methane and/or propylene oxide will not
be permitted. Fuel may be subject to inspection and testing at any time. Proof
of purchase for the official fuel of DIRTcar may be required.
15.3 Exhaust - Muffler and
Sound Reduction Devices
A.) Only Schoenfeld headers, model number: 1122b,
1122bcm, 4122b and 3122b will be permitted. The exhaust headers must not exceed
1-5/8” in outside diameter. Tri-Y, step headers, stainless steel, coated,
ceramic and/or otherwise, and/or merge collectors will not be permitted.
B.) The permitted mufflers include: Dynomax part
number: 17223 and 17296; Extreme Muffler part number(s): 31530 and 31230.
C.) The header collector extension pipe and tail pipe
must be inserted past the muffler inlet or outlet flange and must exit behind
the driver.
15.6 Weight / Ballast
A.) All DIRTcar Sportsman
Modified must maintain utilizing the GM Crate Engines must maintain a minimum
weight of 2,450 lbs following the completion of any event.
B.) Any track permitting
Sportsman Modifieds to compete with the previous „Open Motor‟ package, those cars must maintain a minimum overall
weight of 2,650 lbs following the completion of any event.
C.) During all Mr. DIRTcar
Sportsman Series events, only the GM 602 Crate Engine will be permitted with a
minimum overall weight of 2,450 lbs. “Open Motor” packages will not be
permitted to compete in Mr. DIRTcar Sportsman Series events.
15.7 Body
A.) The letters of the driver‟s last name must be a minimum of six 6”-inches in
height and be positioned under, through and/or above the number on both sides
of the car.
15.7.14 Driver Compartment
A.) Rear panhard bar adjustment
devices will not be permitted in the driver compartment. Any rear panhard
adjustments that have a knob and/or an adjustment device outside of the cockpit
must be wired in a fixed position for competition. Adjustable panhard devices
of any type will not be permitted during competition.
15.8 Suspension
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15.8.2 Shock Absorbers
A.) Only the DIRTcar approved
–A-B-C type shock absorbers displaying the DIRTcar “Approved” decal will be
permitted to compete.
B.) Approved Shock Absorbers: All
shock absorbers for the DIRTcar Sportsman Modifieds, DIRTcar Pro Stock, DIRTcar
Pro Late Model, DIRTcar UMP Sportsman and DIRTcar UMP Stock Car division must
be approved and display an approved designation decal beginning in the 2010
season. There will be three types of approved designations, „A‟, „B‟ and „C‟..
Approved ‘A’-type Shock
Absorbers: Pro Shocks – WB and SS Series
DIRTcar Sportsman Modified
Bilstein – AK and SG/SM Series
DIRTcar Pro Stock AFCO –
1020-1034 Series
DIRTcar Pro Late Model AFCO –
1273-1295 Series
DIRTcar UMP Sportsman AFCO –
1473-1497 Series
DIRTcar UMP Stock Car
Approved ‘B’-type Shock
Absorbers: Pro Shocks – TA Series
DIRTcar Sportsman Modified
Bilstein – SL/SZ Series
DIRTcar Pro Late Model AFCO –
1000 Series
DIRTcar Pro Stock
Approved ‘C’-type Shock
Absorbers: Pro Shocks – PG Series
DIRTcar Sportsman Modified
Bilstein – SL/SZ Series
DIRTcar Pro Late Model AFCO –
1300 Series
AFCO – 2100 Series
Genesis – GD Series (steel
body)
Shock Absorbers must be
submitted to World Racing Group for competition approval prior to the
application of the shock absorber designation decal.
15.8.6 Wheelbase and Tread
Width
B.) The maximum front tread
width will be 86”-inches with a minimum of 74”-inches. The maximum rear tread
width will be 86”-inches with a minimum of 74”-inches. These measurements will
be taken from the outside edge of the sidewall of the tires on each side.
15.10 Wheels
A.) Only one-piece steel wheels
will be permitted for competition. Aluminum, magnesium, steel, carbon fiber
and/or any other exotic type material will not be permitted.
C.) The maximum rim width will
be 14”-inches when measured from the inside of left bead to the inside of the
right bead of the wheel. Only wheels 15”-inches in diameter will be permitted.
D.) Only beadlocks on the
outside of any wheel will be permitted. Any wheel utilizing a beadlock must
maintain a minimum diameter hole of 11” or 5” inches inside the beadlock and
the wheel. Beadlocks may only be used on the outside of the wheel.
E.) Wheel covers and/or hubcaps
will not be permitted on the inside of the wheel(s). Wheel covers and/or hub
caps will be permitted on the outside of the wheel providing they maintain are
one piece, positively fastened to the wheel and/or beadlock and that they
maintain a minimum thickness of .090” with a minimum 1”-inch diameter hole in
the center of the cover.
F.) Foam inserts and/or
corrugated plastic (with approved installation) may be permitted. If wheel
covers are not properly installed, they may not be permitted.
G.) A minimum of five (5) lug
nuts on the rear wheels will be required. A minimum of three (3) lug nuts will
be required on the front wheels. Knock off hubs of any type on any wheel will
not be permitted.
15.11 Tires
A.) Individual race tracks,
events and/or series may designate a particular tire and/or compound at any
time. The compound may be announced prior to the event in a bulletin and/or at
the driver‟s meeting.
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B.) Only Hoosier Racing Tires
will be permitted in any DIRTcar sanctioned events. Hoosier (the tire
manufacturer) will mark/stamp/brand all legal tires with specified compound
and/or other specific DIRTcar designations as listed below;
DIRTcar Sportsman Modified:
Front Tires;
1.) “DIRT 200” (Soft)
2.) “DIRT 300” Soft
3.) “DIRT 400” Hard
Rear Tires;
1.) “M45”
2.) “D50”
3.) “D60”
4.) “RC-6”
Tire Size and Compound
Designation:
Fronts 11/82-15 (D 200 Soft, D
300 Soft, D 400 Hard)
Rears 11/87-15 or 11/90-15 (M
45, D 50, D 60, RC-6 X-Tra Hard)
D.) The altering of any tire
compound, by any means will not be permitted. Chemical alteration of the tread
carcass and/or tread compound, such as tire „soaking‟ and or the introduction of tread „softener‟ and/or the physical defacement (removal, altering
and/or covering) of tire sidewall markings in any manner will not be permitted.
If any competitor is found to have altered their tires any penalty deemed
appropriate by Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Officials may be issued.
Tires may be protested by another competitor following the protest rules as
stated in section 11.2.
1.) Any tire may be inspected
and/or analyzed for alteration at any time. This will consist of a process as
determined by the independent laboratory that performs the analysis. A “Chain
of Custody” process will be outlined with the competitor upon inspection of the
tires.
2.) The analysis process will
require shipment of the tire to the selected laboratory. Additional race
event(s) may be completed before a determination is made. If a penalty is
issued, the event(s) that fell into the analysis time period while the tire(s)
were being analyzed will be considered as part of the penalty time period.
3.) Reference Section 5.3.D.
for Competitive Analysis, Section 11.1.I for Penalties and/or Section 11.2.I
for Protest(s).
F.) Heating of the tires by
torch, blanket, heating device(s), exhaust system and/or any other method will
not be permitted.
G.) Inner liners of any type
will not be permitted.
H.) A tire durometer may be
used during the tire inspection process, provided baseline tire(s) have been
read at the event prior to inspection.
15.0-D DIRTcar Pro Stocks
ANY CAR, TEAM AND/OR DRIVER
THAT DOES NOT MEET THESE SPECIFICATIONS AND/OR EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS WILL BE SUBJECT
TO PENALTIES AS DETERMINED BY THE DIRTcar and/or World Racing Group OFFICIALS.
15.1 Engines General and
Location
Note: Two engine options will
be permitted. Both engine options must use the MSD rev limiter part #87826. The
crate option (option A) must use a maximum rev-limiting chip of 6,000 RPM. The
open head option (option B) must use a maximum rev-limiting chip of 5,800 RPM.
Crate Engine (Option A);
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A.) The General Motors (GM)
Engine part number #88958602/19258602 is the only engine permitted in all
DIRTcar Sportsman Modified events.
B.) The engine and all
components must remain in their original configuration and form as purchased
and/or delivered from the factory. Any alterations to the engine will not be
permitted. The Engine must remain as manufactured by General Motors with a
stock 4”-inch bore. Overbore(s) will not be permitted. Sleeve repair may be
permitted with written permission from DIRTcar and/or World Racing Group
Officials.
C.) All engines are to remain
sealed from the factory. The original factory seals must remain unaltered,
Tampering, removal, modifications of any type and/or broken factory seals will
not be permitted. The GM Engine must remain unaltered in any way.
D.) The GM Crate Engine seals
(bolt-type) must remain unaltered. DIRTcar and/or World Racing Group Officials
may require specific sealing and verification of all seals on any GM Crate
Engine. Tampering with and/or alteration of any seals will not be permitted and
is subject to immediate penalty and/or suspension.
E.) Only GM replacement parts
of any type will be permitted for any type of replacement and/or repair work.
Only GM Crate Engine specific valve springs may be used for replacement and/or
repair, Part Number # 10212811.
F.) GM Crate Engine repairs
must be authorized by DIRTcar. GM Crate Engine repair procedure works as
follows:
1.) Contact your track promoter
and/or your local track and/or DIRTcar Technical Officials.
2.) The Promoter and/or
Technical Officials will specify a repair location and instruct the
driver/owner where to take the engine to get an estimate.
3.) Based on the estimate and
the detail of the repair, DIRTcar and/or World Racing Group officials will
determine if the repairs may be made or if a new engine must be purchased.
4.) If a repair is approved, a
specified inspector will inspect the engine and work with the engine repair
facility throughout the duration of the repair to ensure that the engine
maintains the GM Specifications.
5.) Upon completion of the
repair(s) the engine will be „resealed‟
before being released for competition.
6.) All parts including the
gasket repair kit(s) must be stock OEM GM Performance replacement parts. The
receipt(s) generated from the GM Performance Dealer and/or parts department
must be retained and a copy presented to DIRTcar for verification.
7.) Overbores will not be
permitted. If a cylinder has scoring and/or needs repair it must be
communicated to DIRTcar officials before being sleeved to maintain the original
bore size.
8.) Valve jobs will not be
permitted. Valves may be lapped.
9.) If the cylinder head
requires resurfacing and/or valve seats, a new cylinder head must be purchased.
Machine work of any type will not be permitted to the cylinder heads.
10.) Bead blasting and/or any
polishing and/or any alteration to the intake manifold and/or cylinder heads
will not be permitted.
11.) The distributor advance
curve and/or all parts must remain stock as manufactured.
12.) All engine information
regarding repairs and/or engine introduction must be retained and turned into
DIRTcar Officials, to track and manage engine database, including the driver,
serial number, repair, type of repair and/or what type of service was performed
to any engine.
13.) If any repair estimates
come back to the DIRTcar Officials that meet and/or exceed 80% of the actual
price of a new engine, a new engine must be purchased. The engine that was
damaged will no longer be eligible for competition.
G.) DIRTcar and/or World Racing
Group Supervisory Officials reserve the right to technically inspect, exchange
and/or confiscate any GM Crate Engine at any time. Failure to surrender the
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engine and/or submit the engine
for inspection equals disqualification from the event and/or suspension.
H.) The intended direction of
the GM Crate Engine program is to maintain a cost-effective, affordable racing
program. Rebuilding, balancing, blue printing and/or any other alteration made
in an attempt to influence the integrity of this program will not be permitted.
The judgment and determination of any such decision will be at the sole
discretion of DIRTcar and/or World Racing Group Officials.
15.1.3 Carburetor / Air Cleaner
A.) Only one (1) 650 cfm Holley
carburetor, Part Number 4777 or 80777 or Holley HP Carburetor Part Number
80541-1 will be permitted.
B.) All engines and all
components must remain in their original configuration and form as purchased
and/or delivered from the factory. Any changes will result in disqualification
from the event. Any alterations to the engine will not be permitted.
B.) 4777 and 80777 Option:
1.) The carburetor must
maintain the stock venture and throttle bore dimensions.
2.) The carburetor must
maintain all stock dimensions, including mounting and stud location on intake
manifold.
3.) The booster height must
remain stock OEM from Holley. Cutting, tumbling and/or polishing will not be
permitted.
4.) Visible modifications will
not be permitted.
5.) The maximum height of the
carburetor when measured from the bottom of the carburetor and/or the throttle
plate to the machined horizontal surface of block will be in 7”-inches in both
the front and rear of the block.
6.) The following alterations
will be permitted;
a.) Holes drilled in the throttle plate for proper
idle.
b.) Drilling, tapping and plugging of unused vacuum
ports.
c.) Welding of throttle shaft to linkage arm.
d.) Drilling of idle and/or high speed air correction
jets.
e.) Milling of center carburetor body metering block
surface, maximum of .015” on each side.
f.) Removal of choke plate and shaft.
g.) The jets may be changed as needed.
7.) Gauge measurements
(go/no-go) must be met at all times, regardless of carburetor temperature.
C.) HP 80541-1 Option:
1.) The carburetor must remain
stock retaining all Holley measurements and dimensions. The carburetor may be
adjusted utilizing only specified Holley replacement parts.
2.) Jets, bleeds, needle and
seat, emulsion bleeds, power valves, accelerator pumps nozzles and accelerator
pump cam adjustments will be permitted.
3.) Physical alteration of
carburetor components and/or parts and/or any alterations, machining and/or
reshaping will not be permitted. The use of epoxy and/or coatings of any kind
will not be permitted.
D.) A single unaltered
carburetor spacer plate with an unaltered square hole/opening including gasket
with a maximum thickness of 1-1/8”-inch will be permitted. Tapering, machining
and/or any other alteration to the spacer plate will not be permitted.
E.) Only a single conventional
round type air cleaner housing will be permitted. Ram air, air box and/or heat
shield type devices will not be permitted.
F.) Air cleaners that provide
ventilation through the top cover (such as the K & N brand) will be
permitted.
G.) Air induction plastic carburetor
insert and/or other devices that direct air into the air intake will not be
permitted.
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H.) Air diffusers will not be
permitted.
Engine Blocks - Open Motor
(Option B);
A.) Conventional stock type V-8
engines (OEM American long block – GM, Ford and Chrysler) with the cam in the
block will be permitted.
B.) The engine must remain in
the stock OEM location in the chassis in a vertical and horizontal manner.
C.) For competitors
participating with the „open‟ engine option,
the engine must be from the manufacturer/make of chassis it is mounted in,
including all internal parts.
D.) Bow-tie and/or any other
performance type blocks will not be permitted.
E.) The DART „Little M‟ Sportsman block (part number: 3115111) will be
permitted.
D.) The maximum engine setback
permitted will be the center of the number of one (1) spark plug hole, on all
make engines (the cylinder that is at the front of the engine) may align with
the center of the top of the ball joint.
E.) Sliding and/or adjustable
engine/motor mounts will not be permitted.
F.) Aluminum engine blocks will
not be permitted.
Carburetor (Open Motor – Option
–B-)
A.) Only the Holley carburetor,
part number 4412 will be permitted. The maximum spacer adapter of
1-1/16”-inches including gaskets will be permitted. Porting, tapering and/or
machining of the spacer in any way will not be permitted. Modifications to the
carburetor will not be permitted.
B.) Only the Holley Part Number
11180, 10570, 5924 or 5925 Holley Metering blocks will be permitted for use
with the Holley 4412 carburetor.
C.) The following carburetor
modifications will be permitted. Any modifications not indicated in the
following list will not be permitted;
a.) Holes drilled in the throttle plate for proper
idle.
b.) Drilling, tapping and plugging of unused vacuum
ports.
c.) Welding of throttle shaft to linkage arm.
d.) Drilling of idle and/or high speed air correction
jets.
e.) Milling of center carburetor body metering block
surface, maximum of .015” on each side.
f.) Removal of choke plate and shaft.
g.) The jets may be changed as needed.
D.) All cars must have a
minimum of two (2) throttle return springs.
E.) Only a single conventional
round type air cleaner housing will be permitted. Ram air, air box and/or heat
shield type devices will not be permitted.
F.) Air cleaners that provide
ventilation through the top cover (such as the K & N brand) will be
permitted.
G.) Air induction plastic carburetor
insert and/or other devices that direct air into the air intake will not be
permitted.
H.) Air diffusers will not be
permitted.
15.1.2 Intake Manifold (Open
Motor – Option –B-)
A.) The following 4-bbl.,
single plane intake manifold(s) that permits the mounting of only one four (4)
barrel carburetor will be permitted. Welding, the addition of material, epoxy
or any other type of alteration will not be permitted. The intake must be a one
piece cast iron or aluminum intake manifold.
Chevrolet: Weiand Part #7547,
#7547-1 – Edelbrock #5001
Ford: Weiand Part # 7515, #7516
– Edelbrock #5021, #5081 and #2760
Chrysler : Weiand Part #7545 –
Edelbrock #5076
W-2 Heads Edelbrock #2920
B.) Only two (2) unaltered carburetor adapters will be
permitted;
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BRP377
HV301-1
D.) Porting of all listed
intake manifolds will be permitted. Material may not be added. The maximum
height of the carburetor when measured from the bottom of the carburetor base
to the machined horizontal gasket surface of the engine block will be 7”-inches
in both the front and rear.
15.1.3 Cylinder Heads (Open
Motor – Option –B-)
A.) Only stock OEM North
American passenger car V-8 Engines with cast iron blocks and cylinder heads
(GM, Ford and Chrysler) will be permitted with the following exceptions.
Cast Iron Ported Cylinder
Heads:
A.) Stock OEM American
passenger car cylinder heads will be permitted. Chevrolet Vortec and/or Ford GT
40 cylinder heads will not be permitted. The Chevrolet Bow-Tie, Chrysler W-2,
Ford Perfomance and DART 180 cylinder heads that maintain the following rules
will be permitted. The cylinder heads may be ported. The addition of material
will not be permitted. Intake manifolds may be ported to match the cylinder
head only. Factory valve spacing and/or valve angles must remain unaltered.
B.) Cast iron ported cylinder
head rules must use only the BRP Carburetor adapter (part number BRP 377) or
the Brodix (HV301-1). The adapter must remain unaltered as manufactured. The
carburetor must remain in a conventional position (facing forward) at all
times.
C.) All parts must have the
casting and/or original part numbers on them for identification..
D.) Titanium valves will not be
permitted. Valves must be one-piece 11/32” stem diameter +/- .005”. Titanium
valve spring retainers will be permitted.
E.) Only normally aspirated
engines will be permitted.
F.) All engines must maintain
the stock bore and stroke combinations.
Engines Maximum Overbore:
Chevy 350 C.I 4.00” bore x
3.480” stroke. +.070” maximum overbore = 363
Chrysler 360 C.I. 4.00” bore x
3.578” stroke. +.020” maximum overbore = 364
Chrysler 340 C.I. 4.04” bore x
3.313” stroke. +.060” maximum overbore = 350
Ford 351 C.I. 4.00” bore x
3.500” stroke. +.060” maximum overbore = 363
G.) Engines must not pump more
than the specified cubic inches.
H.) Reverse rotation engines
will not be permitted.
I.) The engine must maintain
the stock OEM firing order.
15.1.4 Camshaft (Open Motor –
Option –B-)
A.) Any design hydraulic or
flat tappet camshaft will be permitted, provided the camshaft remains in a
stock location in the engine block. Roller cams, roller gear driven cams,
mushroom-type lifters and/or lash caps will not be permitted.
B.) Stock OEM engines, which
utilize shaft rockers as a standard component will be permitted. Shaft rockers
and/or stud girdles that are not stock OEM equipment on the engine, will not be
permitted.
C.) Roller type rockers with
optional ratios will be permitted.
D.) The lifters must maintain
the stock OEM diameter.
E.) The lifter bores must
remain in the stock OEM positions at the stock OEM angles. The lifter bores may
be re-bushed for wear.
F.) A flat magnetic steel
lifter galley plate may be used to prevent engine damage in case of push rod
failure.
G.) Overhead cams and/or
similar type applications will not be permitted.
15.1.5 Pistons, Connecting
Rods, Crankshaft and Vibration Dampener (Open Motor – Option –B-)
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Pistons (Open – Option –B-)
A.) Any brand, three (3) ring
flat top piston will be permitted.
B.) Coatings of any type will
not be permitted.
Connecting Rods (Open – Option
–B-)
A.) Only stock OEM production
or aftermarket solid magnetic steel connecting rods will be permitted.
Titanium, aluminum and/or billet connecting rods will not be permitted.
B.) Polished connecting rods
will not be permitted.
C.) The connecting rod length
must maintain OEM specifications for the engine block used. I.E.; Chevrolet
5.7”-inches, Chrysler 6.125”-inches and Ford 5.956”-inches.
D.) The connecting rod type
must match the manufacturer‟s engine.
(Chevrolet with Chevrolet, Ford with Ford and Chrysler with Chrysler).
Crankshaft (Open – Option –B-)
A.) Any magnetic steel or cast
iron crankshaft, maintaining the stock stroke for the engine block used will be
permitted.
B.) Lightweight crankshafts
will not be permitted.
C.) The minimum rod and main
journal size(s) must maintain the stock OEM size, less undersize for the
manufacturer, Chevrolet, Ford or Chrysler.
D.) Knife-edging, narrowing,
cutting down the diameter and/or any other alteration to the crankshaft counter
weights will not be permitted.
E.) Polishing of the crankshaft
will not be permitted.
Vibration Dampener (Open –
Option –B-)
A.) Any magnetic steel or cast iron
stock OEM vibration dampener will be permitted. Machining and/or any type of
alteration to the vibration dampener will not be permitted.
B.) Fluid and/or friction
dampeners will not be permitted.
15.1.6 Ignition/Battery (For
either the Crate – Option –A- and/or Open Motor Option –B-)
A.) Only stock OEM distributors
will be permitted. The rev. box must be mounted under the hood. The “rev box”
RPM limiting chip (6,000 RPM) must face up and be securely fasted (taped in) in
the “rev box”.
B.) Only the black wire must be
grounded to the engine block.
C.) When utilizing an H.E.I.
ignition system, the coil must remain stock OEM and remain in the distributor.
D.) The ignition for the Crate
Engine (option –A-) must remain stock OEM.
E.) Welding of advance weights
and the removal of the vacuum advance for the Open Motor (option –B-) will be
permitted.
F.) When the hood is removed,
the rev box must be in clear view. Covers of any type, over the motor will not
be permitted.
G.) One (1) unaltered DIRTcar
approved, MSD/DIRTcar rev limiter, part number 87286, fitted with a DIRTcar
6,000 chip for the Crate Motor (option –A-) and a 5,800 chip for the Open Motor
(option –B-) with ported cast iron. The box and the chip must remain operable
and working condition, prior to, during and after all racing events.
H.) The OEM firing order must
be retained. (Standard Chevrolet Firing Order: 18436572).
I.) Traction control devices
will not be permitted. Braking devices that control traction will not be
permitted.
J.) DIRTcar and/or World Racing
Group officials reserve the rights to analyze and/or switch ignition boxes
and/or rev chips at anytime.
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K.) The ignition switch must be
clearly labeled ON/OFF and easily accessible from outside of the car.
L.) Any type of mechanically
driven ignition located in the stock position will be permitted.
M.) All cars must be
self-starting.
N.) The battery must be mounted
under the hood. It is recommended that the battery be mounted on the right side
of the car, near the firewall.
O.) The battery must encased in
a marine-type battery box and securely fastened in place.
P.) The battery must remain
completely sealed off from the driver‟s
compartment.
Q.) One American Passenger Car
sized battery with terminals on top and a maximum of 12 volts will be
permitted. The battery voltage must not measure more than 14.3 volts. Step up
transformer and/or any other device designed to increase voltage will not be
permitted.
R.) A battery shut-off switch,
clearly labeled ON/OFF, is mandatory. The switch must be mounted on the left
side inner panel (above the steering post). The knob must be outside the panel
and clearly visible and easily accessed from outside of the car. It must be
wired to take the power off on the positive and/or „hot‟ side of the connection. Reference the diagram in the
back of this rule book.
15.1.7 Lubrication/Oiling
System/Oil Cooler
A.) Only a single wet sump oil
pump will be permitted. Dry sump oil systems will not be permitted.
B.) Only magnetic steel oil
pans will be permitted.
C.) External type oil pumps
and/or vacuum pumps will not be permitted.
D.) Accu Sumps will not be
permitted.
E.) Engine evacuation systems
by internal and/or external driven pumps or by connection between exhaust system
and/or valve covers, intake manifold and/or oil pan will not be permitted.
F.) Oil coolers that are
mounted under the hood will be permitted.
15.1.8 – Transmission/Driveline
and Driveline Components
A.) Only approved North American and/or Canadian
manufactured manual shift transmissions will be permitted. Automatic and/or
automatic-type transmissions will be permitted. Three and/or four speed manual
transmissions must have all gears working and must have a single clutch disc
mounted in the stock OEM location.
B.) Any automatic transmission must have a work stock
OEM torque converter with all gears working.
C.) Overdrive and/or under-drive transmissions and/or
gears will not be permitted.
D.) Running through reduction gears will not be
permitted. The transmission must be direct drive to the rear end.
E.) The transmission must have working gears. Forward,
neutral and reverse must be working. From the neutral position and with the
motor running, the car must be able to go forward and/or a backward in a smooth
manner. The car must start and move under it‟s
own power.
F.) Only magnetic steel flywheels with a stock OEM
diameter will be permitted.
G.) Driveline components made of carbon fiber will not
be permitted.
H.) Drilling and/or machining and/or grinding of
transmission components, gears and/or other components including the case for
the purpose of lightening the weight of the transmission will not be permitted.
15.1.8 Scattershield
A.) Magnetic steel
scattershields and/or magnetic steel scatter proof bell housing for standard
transmissions are required.
B.) Automatic transmission
explosion blankets are recommended.
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C.) All bell housing must have
a 1”-inch diameter inspection hole drilled near the top to permit visual
inspection of the flywheel and the converter.
15.1.10 – Driveshaft
A.) Only magnetic steel
driveshafts will be permitted. All drive shafts must be painted white and be
clearly labeled with the car number on it.
B.) Only one (1) drive shaft
connected from the transmission to the center section of the rear end will be
permitted.
C.) Two (2) driveshaft hoops /
rings a minimum ¼”-inch thick x 2”-inch wide magnetic steel should used.
D.) All cars must have a
driveshaft sling behind the transmission, under the front universal (U-Joint)
joint that prevents the driveshaft from digging into the track and/or bouncing
out or up into the car.
E.) Only magnetic steel drive
flanges on the rear end and on the transmission will be permitted.
15.1.11 – Engine Cooling
System/Radiator
A.) Only one (1) radiator will
be permitted. The radiator must be mounted vertically in front of the engine.
The radiator must remain in its stock OEM location between the frame rails.
B.) Plastic radiators will be
permitted.
C.) A 25 lb. pressure radiator
cap is recommended.
D.) An overflow catch can is
required. The overflow cans and/or canisters will not be permitted in the
cockpit.
E.) All hose connections
require double clamp(s).
F.) It is recommended that all
metal fittings/ends/nipples have a barb and a hose clamp to prevent hoses
becoming loose and/or completely disconnected.
G.) Only cast iron water pumps
will be permitted.
H.) Only magnetic steel
radiator fans will be permitted.
I.) Electric fans and/or water
pumps will not be permitted.
15.1.12 – Rear End
A.) Stock passenger car rear ends will be permitted.
The differential housing must be/remain the stock/OEM location. Truck, wide
rears, limited slip and/or floater-type rear ends will not be permitted. The
rear end must be from the same manufacturer as the car in which it is mounted.
B.) Only welded spiders or magnetic steel spooks will
be permitted. Aluminum and/or any other type of spool will not be permitted.
C.) A Ford 9”-inch rear may be installed in any
chassis providing it utilizes all of the stock OEM and/or same parts needed to
hold in the rear that it replaced.
D.) For rear ends that utilize horseshoe clips and/or
retainers to hold the axles in place, it is recommended that they be tack
welded to hold them in place and prevent failure and/or the axle falling out.
E.) Torque arms will not be permitted.
F.) V-8 Midget type rear ends will not be permitted.
All rear end components, ring and pinion, gear sets and/or any other component,
must be specific for the rear end in the car in size. Only full-size type rear
ends will be permitted. Miniature rear ends and/or rear ends manufactured for
the sole purpose of reducing rotating weight by decreasing the actual size of
the rear end the internal components of the rear end will not be permitted.
G.) Only magnetic steel axles will be permitted.
Titanium axles and/or any other titanium rear end component will not be
permitted.
H.) The rear end must be in the same location,
front-to-back and centered in the chassis. Offset of the rear end will not be
permitted.
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A.) A Winter‟s spec quick-change rear end is optional. It has
magnetic steel tubes, steel spool, hubs, rotors and solid magnetic steel axles
as a complete assembly. It also has close 5 bolt pattern hubs to fit the
existing wheels. The part # is DIRT 5063.
B.) Any magnetic steel tube
quick change eight (8) web side bells with magnetic steel tube Sportsman rear
with close 5 bolt patterns to fit with the existing wheels.
15.2 Fuel, Fuel Cells and Fuel
System
A.) All cars must have fuel
cells that meet and/or exceed SFI 28.1/.2 and/or FT3 specifications and must be
not be older than five (5) years from the date of manufacture. The fuel cell
must have a maximum capacity of 24.5 US gallons and must remain in a rectangle
and/or square shape for measuring and calculating capacity. The fuel cell must
be mounted securely in its container and centered between the frame rails and
located in the trunk area in a fixed location. Pressure tanks on fuel systems
will not be permitted. Auxiliary fuel tanks will not be permitted.
B.) The maximum capacity of the
fuel when measured empty and/or dry will be measured in cubic inches utilizing
the standard formula of length (minus ½”-inch) x width (minus ½”-inch) x depth
(minus ½”-inch) will be 5,660 cubic inches.
C.) The foam in the fuel cell
must remain unaltered. A minimal cut in the foam will be permitted in the shape
of a square or a rectangle. The cut may be no more than 1,000 square inches.
The foam must retain the factory cut.
D.) The fuel cell must be
enclosed completely in a rectangle and/or square container that is a minimum
thickness of 20-gauge magnetic steel. An aluminum container may be used as an
option and must be a minimum of .060”-inch in thickness.
E.) The fuel cell and/or the
container material around the fuel cell must not be able to expand in any way.
Tank panels that are bowed and/or bellied and/or positioned to create additional
capacity of the fuel cell will not be permitted. Oversized filter housings,
fuel coolers, oversized lines, fuel logs and/or any other device that increases
the capacity of the fuel system will not be permitted.
F.) The entire container must
be visible for ease of inspection.
G.) Fuel coolers of any type
will not be permitted.
H.) The fuel cell must be
mounted with a minimum of two (2) .125”-inch thick steel straps a minimum of
1”-inch wide. The straps must cover the entire cell. Fuel cells that are
mounted in a square tubing frame will be permitted. A minimum of 5/6”-inch ASTM
Grade 8 bolts must be used to mount the fuel cell to the frame.
I.) The bottom of the fuel cell
container must be a minimum of 12”-inches from the ground.
J.) A horizontal bar a minimum
of 1”-inch in diameter and .095” in wall thickness must be mounted behind the
fuel cell.
K.) The fuel pick up must be
positioned on the top of the fuel cell and be constructed of steel. The fuel
pick up must have a check valve. The vent line must have a check valve.
L.) Only „D‟-type VP Racing Gasoline, the official fuel of DIRTcar
will be permitted for competition. D-98 or a maximum octane will be the only
specified fuel permitted at any sanctioned DIRTcar and/or Super DIRTcar Series
event. In addition a maximum “94 octane, R+M/2” standard pump gasoline will be
permitted. Blending of fuels or gasoline, including VP spec (including „D‟) fuels of different octane will not be permitted.
Alcohol, methanol, nitrous oxide, nitro-methane and/or propylene oxide will not
be permitted. Fuel may be subject to inspection and testing at any time. Proof
of purchase for the official fuel of DIRTcar may be required.
M.) For the purpose of
inspection, the driver and/or crew must be prepared to drain fuel upon request
for inspection and/or measurement.
N.) Only mechanical type fuel
pumps will be permitted. Fuel injection system(s) and/or electrical fuel pumps
and/or any type of pressurized fuel system will not be permitted.
O.) External filler connections
including „dry-break‟-type
applications will not be permitted. The rear deck/trunk lid must be removed in
order for fuel to be added to the fuel cell. The filler neck must remain
enclosed in the trunk area of the car.
P.) All fuel lines and fittings
should be leak proof and inspected from time-to-time for leaks.
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Q.) Onboard fire suppression
systems are recommended.
R.) For the Official Fuel of
DIRTcar; the fuel provider‟s decals must be
displayed on both sides of all DIRTcar racecars and a patch is required on the
drivers uniform. Logos and/or the presentation of any other fuel manufacturer
and/or fuel refinery on the racecar and/or drivers uniform will not be
permitted.
S.) Fuel used for competition
in sanctioned DIRTcar events should be purchased at the track, from a trackside
vendor. Racing fuel transported in drums will not be permitted on track
premises.
15.3 Exhaust - Muffler and
Sound Reduction Devices
A.) Only the Dynomax part
#17218, Extreme Mufflers part # 20025 and stock “California Turbo” type
mufflers will be permitted. Glass pack type mufflers will not be permitted.
B.) The exhaust must exit past
the driver and the exhaust must flow toward the rear of the car in an upward
manner away from the racing surface. Exhaust systems that face the outside of
the car will not be permitted. Exhaust headers and systems must extend past the
driver‟s seat.
C.) Mufflers must remain
unaltered and/or modified internally and/or externally in any way. The
collecter extension pipe and tail pipe may not be installed past the inlet
and/or outlet flange of the muffler.
D.) The maximum exhaust pipe
diameter will be 2-1/2”-inches.
E.) The complete exhaust system
must remain under the car and exit to the rear of the car behind the driver,
parallel or away from the racing surface.
F,) Stock cast iron unaltered
exhaust manifolds will be permitted.
G.) Optional Schoenfeld headers
part numbers #135, #135cm, #145, #145cm Chevrolet - #445, #435 Chrysler – Ford
#335 will be permitted. Factory and/or OEM magnetic steel street headers will
be permitted.
H.) The primary pipes must
maintain a maximum outside diameter of 1-5/8” from flange to collector. Tri-Y
type, merge collectors, ceramic coatings, step headers, stainless steel, pipe
wrappings and/or any other header/pipe alteration will not be permitted. The
inspector must be able to measure and inspect all pipes.
I.) Crossover headers (not
180-degree type headers) will be permitted with primary exhaust pipes that
maintain a 1-5/8”-inch outside diameter from flange to collector.
J.) The maximum header flange
or adapter flange thickness is 3/8”-inch.
K.) Crossover connecting pipes
from each bank/side of exhaust system will not be permitted.
L.) Several tracks have a locally
enforced decibel rule, which preempt any particular muffler rule. Some tracks
may have a maximum sound level rule of 95 decibels at 100 feet. This rule will
be enforced by local government agencies. Such decibel rules preempt utilizing
the required mufflers in sub-section 15.3.
15.4 Traction Control Devices
A.) All electronic and/or
computerized wheel spin and/or ignition retardation and/or acceleration
limiting and/or traction control devices of any type will not be permitted.
B.) Adjustable ping control
devices, dial a chip controls, timing controls and/or automated throttle
controls will not be permitted.
C.) Adjustable restrictor plates will not be
permitted.
D.) Remote control components of any-type will not be
permitted.
E.) Radios and/or devices for
transmitting voice and/or data will not be permitted, unless otherwise
authorized prior to any event.
F.) Data acquisition systems
will not be permitted.
15.5 Chassis/Frame
A.) The frame must be the same
as the body manufacturer. Interchanging will not be permitted.
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B.) Uni-bodies may tie
sub-frames together, however, if the ties extend through the car, the floor
must be completely welded to the tie, to seal off the driver‟s compartment.
C.) Frames may be repaired
where needed but the stock frame rail must remain the stock location.
D.) The frame must be stock OEM
for the year, make and model of the car.
E.) All cars must have a
minimum factory stock wheel base of 107”-inches. Full frame cars with a factory
stock wheelbase of over 107”-inches may be shortened between the knockouts, but
must maintain a minimum wheelbase of 107”-inches.
F.) Front and/or four wheel
driver cars and/or frames will not be permitted.
15.5.1 Steering
A.) The steering column must
remain in the stock OEM location as manufactured for the make, model and year.
B.) Steering quickening devices
that are commercially manufactured will be permitted. Home made steering
quickening devices of any type will not be permitted.
C.) The steering quickening
device must be fully enclosed.
D.) The steering wheel center
must be padded.
E.) A flexible, racing type
steering wheel with a quick release mounting device is recommended.
15.5.2 Unibodied Cars/Frames
A.) A homemade frame may be
constructed using a minimum of 2”x3”x.120”-inch thick rectangular magnetic
steel tubing. The 3”-inch dimension must be in the vertical position. The
tubing must start at the rear of the front stock OEM sub-frame and continue all
the way back up over (not under) the rear axle and end where the stock OEM rear
sub-frame ended. The frame must be the same as the body manufacturer.
Interchanging will not be permitted.
B.) The new frame must be as
wide as the original sub-frame.
C.) All springs, sway bars (if used
on that particular model) and suspension mounts must be located in the same
exact position and manner as they were in the stock OEM frame.
D.) Only stock OEM suspension
part must be used.
E.) A rear sway may be used
only if it was available on the stock OEM make, model and car.
F.) The suitability of the
construction of this frame option regarding welds, cross-members, bracing, roll
cage and the stock mounting links will be up to the discretion of the
Officials.
15.5.3 – Seat Location and
Mounting in Frame
A.) The seat must be mounted
and positioned completely to the left of the centerline of the car on the
driver‟s side. Floorboard installations will not be
permitted. Seats must me mounted as close to the stock OEM position as
possible. A functional padded headrest, built into the seat must be in line
with the center of the driver‟s head.
15.6 Weight / Ballast
A.) All cars will be weighed with the driver seated in
the car. The minimum weight permitted before and/or after an on track event
will be measured by the track scales. The track scales will be the official
scales. All cars found to be light prior to any event, time permitting will be
allowed to make the necessary adjustments and represent themselves at the
scales. The number of cars to be weighed after an event will be announced at
the driver‟s meeting and/or on the one-way radio. If a car is
signaled to go to the scales in any fashion and does not report to the scales
at the appropriate time, that car may be disqualified from the event. Any car
that is found to be light following time trials and/or a qualifying event will
be disqualified from that particular race and may make the necessary
adjustments and represent themselves for that car‟s
assigned consolation event. If a car is found to be light after the feature
event, that car will be disqualified from the event.
B.) The minimum weight following the completion of any
Pro Stock race will be:
a. For cars utilizing
the GM 602 Crate Engine = 3,000 lbs
b. For cars utilizing
the Ported Option = 3,300 lbs
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C.) All weights are subject to analysis in any DIRTcar
division, to maintain a level competition through each DIRTcar sanctioned
division.
D.) If time permits, weight added prior to qualifying
and/or the event will be permitted,
E.) All weight and ballast must be positively fastened
to the frame rails and must remain stationary during competition. All weight(s)
must have a minimum of two (2) 1/2”- inch grade 5 bolts and/or studs passing
completely through the weight. Bolts and/or studs must be anchored to a
suitable clamp to fasten it to the frame. Bolts and/or studs welded to the
frame will not be permitted.
F.) All weights must be painted white and clearly
labeled with the car number on it. For the period of one event, competitors may
label there weight with white duct tape with the car number clearly labeled on
the duct tape.
15.7 Body
BODY STYLE AND DIMENSIONS
ALL MEASUREMENTS MAY BE TAKEN
WITH OR WITHOUT DRIVER AND/ OR WITH OR WITH OUT FUEL. TOLERANCE PERMITTED ON
ALL BODY DIMENSIONS IS MAXIMUM OF +/- (PLUS OR MINUS) ½”-INCH (ONE-HALF INCH).
THIS IS A TOLERANCE, NOT A DIMENSION THAT IS INTENDED TO BE
ADDED TO THE BODY DIMENSIONS.
Unless otherwise noted and/or
in most instances the exterior body dimensions, measurements, materials and
rules are based on the ABC (Approved Body Confirguration) rules. The ABC Body
Specifications may be found at www.ABCbodies.com.
15.7.1 General Body
A.) Any American and/or
Canadian made passenger car from 1968-to-present will be permitted. Compacts,
foreign cars, trucks, sports cars and/or convertibles will not be permitted.
Aftermarket bodies, provided they meet the ABC Body Configuration dimensions,
appear stock and match the wheel of the frame being used will be permitted.
B.) The body must be stock
appearing and mounted in the stock location on the frame. Ford or Mopar bodies
with matching engine may be used on a GM chassis. The stock sheet metal or
aftermarket body must maintain the OEM fit and appearance. Air dams, skirting,
any type of air deflection device and/or aerodynamic enhancing equipment will
not be permitted anywhere on the car. Wedge shaped and/or flat body panels
and/or sides will not be permitted. Body styles and/or body parts may be
rejected by Super DIRTcar Series, DIRTcar and/or World Racing Group Officials.
C.) The maximum body width when
measured anywhere along the contour of the car will be 82”-inches. The minimum
ground clearance will be 5”-inches.
D.) Only magnetic steel or aluminum
body parts will be permitted. The hoof, roof and rear roof supports (c-pillars)
may be manufactured by an approved supplier from fiberglass.
E.) The roof must be of
one-piece construction and maintain stock contour and appearance.
F.) Hood scoops and/or raised
hood boxes will not be permitted with the exception of aftermarket fiberglass
hoods. The aftermarket fiberglass hood may have a maximum raised surface of
4”-inches in height provided it is pre-manufactured into the design of the
hood. Holes cut in the hood for any reason will not be permitted. Lift-off
hoods and stock sheet metal trunk decks will be permitted provided they are
positively fastened to properly seal off the engine and/or trunk area.
G.) The front and rear bumpers
may be the hard rubber type used on new cars. The front nose must be stock
appearing. „DIRT style‟ noses including
part number(s) Performance Bodies; 331040, 281040, 251040, etc., will not be
permitted. Front and rear bumper covers must be widened from the stock width.
The front nose must not extend further than 47”-inches from the centerline of
the front wheels. The tail piece/rear facia must be stock appearing with a
bumper cover. Flat sheet metal will not be permitted.
H.) Full fenders are mandatory.
A reasonable radius cut for tire clearance will be permitted. Front fender must
be one-piece magnetic steel and/or aluminum and must remain stock in
appearance. The inner fender panels may be removed provided the fender remains
positively fastened and secured to the car.
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I.) The removal of the dash is
permitted, providing that the steering column is adequately secured and remains
in its stock location. If a new dashboard is installed, it may not extend any
further back than the original OEM dashboard for the make and model of the
particular vehicle and must remain even/level (in one plane) all the away
across the entire car.
J.) All cars must have a full
magnetic steel windscreen with a minimum material thickness of 1/16”-inch and a
maximum screen opening of 2”-inches x 1”-inches. Chicken wire and aluminum
screens will not be permitted. The screen wire must cover the entire windshield
area from left-to-right across the cage and from the top of the roll cage to
the hood and/or cowl. Any shields, visors and/or cardboard that blocks
visibility through the screen will not be permitted. Any shield, visor and/or
cardboard for visibility must not be a part of and/or fastened to the roof.
K.) Mirrors and/or reflecting
devices will not be permitted.
L.) Underpans, rear tubbing in
the rear wheel area, speedway-type bodies and/or air dams/additional air
directional devices will not be permitted.
M.) Officials reserve the right
to request body panels and/or bumpers to be replaced and/or painted if they do
not look presentable and/or have any sharp edges.
15.7.2 Rear Spoiler
A.) A single rear spoiler
mounted on the top, at the rear of the decklid/trunk will be permitted.
B.) The rear spoiler must be a
one-piece aluminum or two-piece (split in the center vertically) lexan spoiler
with a maximum height of 5”-inches.
C.) The spoiler must follow the
contour of the body and may not extend out past the maximum body width.
D.) Three (3) vertical
support(s) fin-type mounted in front of the spoiler will be permitted. These supports
may not exceed the maximum height of the spoiler and are limited to 16”-inches
in length.
15.7.3 Interior
A.) A full magnetic steel engine fire wall with a
minimum of 18 gauge material thickness is required. All holes in the firewall
must be covered to isolate the driver‟s
compartment from the engine compartment.
B.) A full rear steel fire wall must seal off the
driver‟s compartment from the trunk/fuel cell area. Front and
rear fire walls must extend from fender to fender in as straight of a line as
possible.
C.) Excessive firewall cutouts and/or tunneling for
header/exhaust clearance will not be permitted.
D.) A full floor board must be retained from the
engine firewall to the rear fire wall and from the body, side-to-side (interior
door skin to interior door skin). The passenger side floor board may be level
from the top of the transmission and drive shaft tunnel, but must not exceed
this height, to permit clearance for both exhaust pipes and mufflers.
E.) Angular installations and/or cock pit type
applications and/or fabrications, will not be permitted.
F.) Floor boards with excessive rust must be replaced
and/or patched securely and/or covered with sheet metal in the original stock
configuration to seal the driver‟s
compartment. Any holes in the floor board for the shifter, etc., must not be
any larger than required to facilitate shift pattern.
G.) Shifter boots are recommended to as a sealing
device for the driver‟s compartment.
15.7.4 Car Numbers/Driver Name
A.) The track and/or series Scoring
Director reserves the right to issue and/or change a car number to prevent
duplication and/or maintain proper records.
B.) Team cars must be clearly
identifiable from one another and use another number and/or letter.
C.) All number and letter combinations
will be limited to three digits. If three digits are used two (2) shall be the
primary numbers/letter.
D.) Number and/or letter
combinations are required on the roof, nose, rear deck and both doors.
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E.) All numbers and letters must
be a minimum of 18”-inches high on the roof and/or doors and 8”-inches high for
the rear deck and the nose. All numbers and/or letters must be equal in size
and displayed legibly whether decaled and/or painted.
F.) The nerf bars must not
block the visibility of the number and/or letter combinations.
G.) The letters of the driver‟s last name must be a minimum of 6”-inches in height
and be positioned under, through and/or above number on both sides of the car.
15.7.16 Bumpers and Rub Rails
Rub Rails
A.) One (1) horizontal rub rail
on each side of the car between the wheels will be permitted.
B.) The rub rails must be
magnetic steel square/rectangular tubing with a maximum dimension of 1”-inch x
2”-inches high.
C.) The rub rails must mount
flush against the body panels with each end cut at a 45 degree angle and
capped. Sharp edges of any type will not be permitted. Lexan-type rub rails
that are securely mounted to the body will be permitted.
Bumpers
A.) Stock front and rear
bumpers will be permitted.
B.) The bumpers may be securely
reinforced under and that the ends of the splash guard to maintain stock OEM
appearance.
C.) The bumpers must be stock
appearing for the year, make and model of the car.
D.) Additional upper and/or
lower bumper reinforcements that are visible will not be permitted. Any-type of
reinforcement must be in line with the bumper and not visible. Outside
reinforcements of any type will not be permitted.
E.) All tubing must have
rounded corner supports to prevent cars from hooking and/or losing bumpers.
F.) Fabricated front and/or
rear bumper that entirely cover the stock-type rubber bumper cover will be
permitted.
G.) All cars must have tow
hooks. The tow hooks must be easily accessible on both the front and rear of
the car.
H.) Front and rear bumpers that
are fabricated behind the bumper cover must have two (2) rails, an upper and a
lower across the frame for support fabricated from a magnetic steel tubing a
minimum of 1-1/2” diameter with a minimum wall thickness of .095”-inches. There
must be a minimum of four (4) horizontal uprights positively securing the rails
together to support the bumper. Approved mounting and design for bumpers of the
this type will be at the discretion of the Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar
official.
15.8 Suspension
A.) Only stock magnetic steel
or tubular magnetic steel aftermarket upper A-Frames will be permitted.
B.) Aftermarket tubular upper
A-Frames must be one (1) piece magnetic steel with a minimum wall thickness of
.095” and remain non-adjustable in any manner.
C.) Only magnetic steel cross
shafts will be permitted.
D.) Only stock-type ball joints
will be permitted. Adjustable uni-ball type joints will not be permitted. The
ball joints must maintain the stock OEM ride height.
E.) Chassis cross-shaft mounts
for upper A-Frames may be fabricated and relocated.
F.) Excessive cutting of
A-Frames for shock clearance will be at the discretion of the Officials.
G.) As an option for rear coil
cars only, a tubular magnetic steel upper rear control arm(s) for adjustment of
the pinion angle will be permitted.
H.) All original stock OEM
suspension locating brackets must remain intact and unaltered.
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I.) The OEM location and the
same type of springs (coil or leaf-type) must be used when the chassis was in
the stock OEM format or form.
J.) Front leaf spring mount may
have a maximum of four (4) mounting holes or one (1) slotted mounting location
for chassis height adjustment.
K.) The rear shackles may have
multiple holes for chassis height adjustment.
L.) Coil spring spacers and
adjustable lowering blocks will be permitted.
M.) Full frame coil spring cars
may use a third upper locating link with an additional panhard bar. The third
link must be a centered mount on the rear end (or a single stock or fabricated
upper trailing arm could be used in stock location, if desired). The third link
must have a single mounting location on the rear end and must be magnetic steel
with rod (heim) ends.
N.) The lower trailer arm links
may be fabricated and must be mounted in the stock OEM location to both the
chassis and the rear end housing.
O.) The panhard bar must be
mounted behind the rear end on all race cars other than the motor options with
the quick change rear end, which may mount as required, attaching to one side
of the rear end housing and the other side of the chassis.
P.) J-Bars and/or j-bar type
and/or pinion mount bars will not be permitted. Multiple vertical mounting
locations for the panhard bar will be permitted.
Q.) All three (3) links may be
affixed with rod end bearings, solid mounted or mounted in rubber OEM cartridge
suspension joint. Coil springs or shock absorber type links will not be
permitted.
R.) Only one (1) jacking bolt
per wheel will be permitted.
S.) The spring mounting pads on
leaf and/or coil cars must be stock and be welded in one position on the rear
end housing.
T.) A sway bar may be used
provided it was used in the stock OEM application of the model chassis (not
body) during OEM production.
T.) A rear sway bar may be used
provided it was used in the stock OEM application of the model chassis (not
body) during OEM production.
U.) Any form and/or type of
chassis adjustment and/or adjusters in the cockpit will not be permitted.
15.8.1 Front End
A.) Only stock-type components
in stock OEM locations will be permitted.
B.) Lowering and/or lifting
blocks will not be permitted.
C.) Coil spring spacers will be
permitted.
15.8.2 Shock Absorbers
A.) Only one (1) shock per
wheel will be permitted.
B.) The shock absorber mounting
location is optional. Cantilever mounted shocks will not be permitted.
C.) Coil over shock absorbers
will not be permitted.
D.) Only the DIRTcar approved A
and -B type shock absorbers displaying the DIRTcar “Approved” decal will be
permitted to compete.
E.) Approved Shock Absorbers:
All shock absorbers for the DIRTcar Sportsman Modifieds, DIRTcar Pro Stock,
DIRTcar Pro Late Model, DIRTcar UMP Sportsman and DIRTcar UMP Stock Car
division must be approved and display an approved designation decal beginning
in the 2010 season. There will be three types of approved designations, „A‟, „B‟ and „C‟..
Approved ‘A’-type Shock
Absorbers: Pro Shocks – WB and SS Series
DIRTcar Sportsman Modified
Bilstein – AK and SG/SM Series
DIRTcar Pro Stock AFCO –
1020-1034 Series
DIRTcar Pro Late Model AFCO –
1273-1295 Series
DIRTcar UMP Sportsman AFCO –
1473-1497 Series
DIRTcar UMP Stock Car
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Approved ‘B’-type Shock
Absorbers: Pro Shocks – TA Series
DIRTcar Sportsman Modified
Bilstein – SL/SZ Series
DIRTcar Pro Late Model AFCO –
1000 Series
DIRTcar Pro Stock
Shock Absorbers must be
submitted to World Racing Group for competition approval prior to the
application of the shock absorber designation decal.
15.8.3 Springs
A.) The springs must be of the
OEM stock-type and the OEM location. (Leaf for leaf, coil for coil, torsion bar
for torsion bar.
B.) Coil spring cars may
convert to leaf spring cars.
C.) Helper springs will not be
permitted.
D.) Only magnetic steel springs
will be permitted. Carbon fiber and/or other material will not be permitted.
E.) On leaf spring
configurations the rear slider mounts will be permitted.
F.) Ford, Chevrolet and/or
Chrysler cars may interchange springs providing springs maintain the individual
specifications and stock OEM application and format.
15.8.5 Brakes
A.) All cars must have four (4)
wheel hydraulic brakes in good working condition. Random brake inspection may
take place throughout the season. Three wheel and/or left and/or any shut off
configurations and valves will not be permitted.
B.) Rear disc brakes may be
installed if that particular manufactured had used disc brakes in production
and providing the calipers are stock OEM parts.
C.) Carbon fiber, carbon,
titanium, ceramic, aluminum pads and/or rotors will not be permitted.
D.) Stock size after market
rotors on magnetic steel hats to replace the stock OEM rotors will be
permitted.
E.) Brake bias may be adjustable
through the cockpit.
F.) Manual brake shut offs will
not be permitted, with the exception of the right front brake.
G.) Dual master cylinders with
proportioning valve and adjustment will be permitted.
H.) Drilling of brake rotors, any,
front or rear will not be permitted.
15.8.6 Wheelbase and Tread
Width
A.) The wheelbase must maintain
the stock specification for the make, model and type of chassis. The minimum
overall wheelbase for both sides of the vehicle will be 107”-inches.
B.) The maximum front and rear
tread width will be 81”-inches for all cars when measured from the outside of
the sidewall to the outside of the sidewall.
B.) Rear end offsets will not
be permitted. This applies to all four corners of the car.
D.) Wheelbase setbacks will not
be permitted.
15.9 Roll Cage
A.) Only round magnetic steel
seamless tubing 1-1/2” with a minimum material thickness of 1/8”-inch or 1-3/4”
in outside diameter with a minimum material thickness of .095”-inches will be
permitted.
B.) The basic configuration of
the roll cage must be one of „standard-type‟
racing application. There are multiple variations common to motorsports
applications. Approved roll cage design is at the discretion of the Track,
Super DIRTcar Series, DIRTcar and/or World Racing Group Official(s).
C.) A six (6)-point cage
surrounding the driver with uprights mounted on the right and left side of the
frame is mandatory. One upright in front and upright behind the driver on each
side of the frame. The uprights must be welded to the flat horizontal part of
the frame. Welding to the uprights
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to the kick-ups will not be
permitted. The four (4) bars joining the four (4) uprights in a horizontal
plane above the driver‟s head, must be
a minimum of 2”-inches above the helmet of the driver when seated with seat
belts fastened in the car.
D.) There must be a minimum of
three (3) horizontal bars on both sides of the car connecting the main
uprights. A minimum of one bar on each side must extend to the outer door skin.
The horizontal bars must have at least one set of vertical support bars
positioned between the main uprights which connect the horizontal bars
together.
E.) An additional diagonal bar
is recommended from the top left rear of the cage moving downward toward to the
right side frame rail.
F.) The above mentioned
(A-through-E) roll bars are the minimum requirements. More bars are
recommended, but must approved by an inspector/official.
G.) All junctions of two (2) or
more tubes in the cage must be joined with at least 1/8” magnetic steel
gussets. Threaded pipe, pipe fittings, lap weld, soft metals, like aluminum,
angle iron and/or channel iron will not be permitted. Flush grinding of welds
will not be permitted.
H.) All roll cage bars within
18”-inches of the driver, extended arms, legs, head, etc., must be adequately
padded for protection. It is recommended that SFI-Rated roll bar padding is
utilized in all roll bar padding applications. In addition the steering wheel
center must also be padded. It is recommended that this padding be SFI Rated
and fire retardant.
I.) Front and rear firewalls
constructed from magnetic steel with a minimum thickness of 18-guage steel are
mandatory.
J.) The rear firewall must
extend from the top of the window shelf downward and attach to the floorboards.
Holes in the firewall will not be permitted.
E.) The front firewall must
extend from the dash downward and attach to the floorboards with all holes
securely covered with magnetic steel to isolate the driver from the engine
compartment.
15.10 Wheels
A.) Only one piece magnetic
steel wheels will be permitted with a maximum width of 10”-inches and a
15”-inch diameter for competition. Magnesium, steel, carbon fiber and/or any
other exotic type material will not be permitted.
B.) All four (4) wheels must a
minimum of five (5) studs and lug nuts. The stud threads must go past the full
thickness of the wheel nut on all four corners of the car.
C.) A single beadlock on the
right rear will be the only tire permitted to utilize a beadlock.
D.) Wheel offset, front and/or
rear, will be a minimum of 3”-inches and a maximum of 4”-inches on either side.
The tolerance will be a maximum of 1/4”-inch.
E.) Wheel centers may not be
altered.
15.11 Tires
A.) Individual race tracks, events
and/or series may designate a particular tire and/or compound at any time. The
compound may be announced prior to the event in a bulletin and/or at the driver‟s meeting.
B.) Only Hoosier Racing Tires
will be permitted in any DIRTcar sanctioned events. Hoosier (the tire
manufacturer) will mark/stamp/brand all legal tires with specified compound
and/or other specific DIRTcar designations as listed below;
DIRTcar Pro Stocks:
Front or Rear Tires;
1. “DIRT Soft”
2. “DIRT Hard”
3. “M45”
4. “D50”
5. “D60”
Tire Size and Compound
Designation:
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Front or Rear Tires;
1.) 11/87-15 M45, D50
2.) 11/90-15 M45, D50, D60
C.) The altering of any tire
compound, by any means will not be permitted. Chemical alteration of the tread
carcass and/or tread compound, such as tire „soaking‟ and or the introduction of tread „softener‟ and/or the physical defacement (removal, altering
and/or covering) of tire sidewall markings in any manner will not be permitted.
If any competitor is found to have altered their tires any penalty deemed
appropriate by Super DIRTcar Series and/or DIRTcar Officials may be issued.
Tires may be protested by another competitor following the protest rules as
stated in section 11.2.
1) Any tire may be inspected and/or analyzed for
alteration at any time. This will consist of a process as determined by the
independent laboratory that performs the analysis. A “Chain of Custody” process
will be outlined with the competitor upon inspection of the tires.
2) The analysis process will require shipment of the
tire to the selected laboratory. Additional race event(s) may be completed
before a determination is made. If a penalty is issued, the event(s) that fell
into the analysis time period while the tire(s) were being analyzed will be considered
as part of the penalty time period.
3) Reference Section 5.3.D. for Competitive Analysis,
Section 11.1.I for Penalties and/or Section 11.2.I for Protest(s).
D.) Removable duct tape,
provided it does not deface the tire, to cover the D-Number will be permitted.
E.) Heating of the tires by
torch, blanket, heating device(s), exhaust system and/or any other method will
not be permitted.
F.) Inner liners of any type
will not be permitted.
G.) A tire durometer may be
used during the tire inspection process, provided baseline tire(s) have been
read at the event.
15.12 Personal Safety Equipment
– see section 3.0
15.13 Other
A.) Cars will not be permitted
to make a qualifying attempt without passing technical inspection. All cars must
be available for inspection prior to the time of the driver‟s meeting. Following the driver‟s meeting, covers of any-type on the racecar will not
be permitted.
B.) All fuel lines, power
steering lines and/or fittings running through the driver‟s compartment must be made from an approved braided
type line. Plastic and/or glass fuel filters will not be permitted.
C.) All cars may be subject to
technical inspection at any time.
D.) Full or partial car covers
will be permitted only when there is inclement weather and/or the car is in its
designated pit stall. All covers shall be removed prior to the car leaving its
designated pit stall.
E.) SFI-approved and labeled
seat, roll bar, knee and steering pads and/or padding is recommended.
F.) All teams must have a fire
extinguisher in the rear of their transporter with the car number clearly
visible on the extinguisher. The fire extinguisher must be a minimum of 20lbs
and is recommended to FFF type chemical and/or Dupont FE-36 and/or equivalent.
G.) All drivers are required to
have a one-way radio. Series. The one-way radio must be working and active
prior to any „on-track‟ activity.
Two-way radios, crew-member to driver and/or any other means of electronic
communication, other than the one-way radio provided by the Super DIRTcar
and/or DIRTcar Northeast, will not be permitted.
H.) Seven (7) days prior to any
scheduled and/or sanctioned one (1) day DIRTcar Northeast Series event paying
less than $20,000-to-win race teams will not be permitted to rent, test and or
attend any practice session(s) at the scheduled track. Any race team and/or
driver in violation will be given one (1) lap of qualifying and the best the
qualifying position that will be earned is 50% + 1 of the entered cars for that
event.
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15.14 Series Decal and Patches
A.) All participants will be
required to display decals as provided on the decal verification sheet prior to
entering into competition. If any required decal is not displayed loss of any
awarded money will be the penalty.
B.) A series decal is required
on both sides of the car. Driver must display the series patch on their uniform
to receive point fund awards.
C.) Contingency and sponsorship
awards, any team participating must meet the requirements of the award(s) such
as decals, patches, product use and verification. There will be a written
deadline presented to the teams prior to the start of each season for each
element to be in place for the award requirements. If it is an existing program
it will roll over from the prior season and the program will begin at the first
race of the season.
16.0 Drawings
A.) – 1 – Top View
B.) – 2 – Side View
C.) – 3 – Spoiler Support
D.) -4- Rear Roof Support
WORLD RACING GROUP
SUBSTANCE ABUSE POLICY TERMS
AND CONDITIONS
I. PURPOSE.
The World Racing Group
(hereinafter “WRG”) is dedicated and committed to making its racing series safe
for both competitor and spectators. WRG understands that misuse and abuse of
alcohol and drugs, both legal and illegal, is a serious threat to the safety
and security of motorsports, and by way of this policy, it seeks to control and
eliminate such misuse and abuse at or in connection with its events. WRG
requires the cooperation and assistance of all of its competitors and members
in effectively implementing the “World Racing Group Substance Abuse Policy”
(hereinafter “Policy”). All members, drivers, mechanics, crew members,
officials, workers, and others participating in WRG events in any way
(hereinafter collectively “Participants”) agree to be bound by, and to comply
with, the Policy terms and conditions at all WRG events at all times.
II. PROHIBITIONS.
A. Prohibited Substances.
Pursuant to this Policy,
prohibited substances include those substances that, in WRG‟s sole determination, may adversely affect the safety
and well-being of the Participants or the competition at a WRG event. Such
substances include, but are not limited to, illegal drugs and the paraphernalia
associated with the use of illegal drugs. WRG reserves the right, in its sole
discretion, to make a determination with regard to the prohibition of any
substance at any time. Pursuant to this Policy, said discretion includes the
ability of WRG to make the determination after it receives the results of a
drug test pursuant to this Policy. Participants shall not use, possess,
purchase, sell, manufacture or participate in the distribution of prohibited
substances, in any amount and at any time.
B. Prescriptions and
Over-the-Counter Medications.
Participants shall use
prescription and over-the-counter medications responsibly, and Participants
should be fully informed as to the medications‟
potential impact and effect on participation at WRG events. Participants should
not use prescription or over-the-counter medications during WRG event if such
use impairs or diminishes their skills or abilities, or if it affects the
Participants‟ safety or the safety of others. Even when properly
used, prescription and over-the-counter medications can be dangerous and result
in an unsafe environment, particularly during high speed motorsports
activities.
Misuse of a prescription or
over-the-counter medication by Participants, including, without limitation, use
that is inconsistent with the instructions provided by the manufacturer,
pharmacist, and/or the prescribing physician, is strictly forbidden. WRG
reserves the right and ability to prohibit the use or misuse of any particular
prescription or over-the-counter medication, and to deem such use or misuse
detrimental to the safety of Participants, the sport, and/or others. Any
medication that causes Participants to have a diminished or impaired ability to
perform his or her duties at and WRG event shall be deemed to be prohibited for
the purpose of this Policy. The illegal acquisition and/or distribution of any
prescription or over-the-counter medication is also strictly prohibited.
C. Alcohol.
On event days, Participants in
WRG events are strictly prohibited from consuming or being under the influence
of alcohol prior to or during the event. Participants shall be deemed under the
influence of alcohol if a test taken before, during, or immediately after
participation (in any capacity) indicates a blood alcohol content level at or
above 20 mg per 100ml (.02%). However, nothing in the terms and conditions of
this Policy shall prevent WRG from exercising its sole discretion to determine
that a Participant evidencing alcohol usage in any amount (even with a blood alcohol
content level
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of below 20mg per 100ml [.02%])
is under the influence and/or physically unfit for participating in the event.
WRG reserves the right and ability to take such action in the interest of
safety and in the best interest of the sport.
III. TESTING BASED UPON
REASONABLE SUSPICION.
WRG can require a Participant
to submit to a test or tests for the presence of alcohol, drugs or medications
if a WRG event or sanctioning body official has reasonable suspicion that the
Participant has violated any part of this Policy or has impaired or diminished
abilities to perform as a result of using a prohibited substance. Pursuant to
this Policy, testing may be performed using breath, urine, saliva, and/or
blood. WRG also reserves the right and ability to determine that Participants
are under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medications through the use of a
physical field test checking physical impairments or diminished capacities.
Circumstances and factors that
may cause WRG to have reasonable suspicion include, without limitation the
following:
A. Illegal substances or illegal drug paraphernalia is
observed in the possession of the Participant at any time;
B. The Participant is observed exhibiting one or more
of the following symptoms or behaviors, which can potentially be associated
with the use of alcohol, drugs, and/or medications:
1) Physical signs of red
or droopy eyes, and/or dilated or constricted pupils;
2) Slurred speech,
stumbling, or hyperactivity;
3) Needle marks present on
the Participant‟s body;
4) Repeated unexplained
disappearances from an event;
5) A constantly running
or sniffling nose, or a nose that appears consistently red or irritated;
6) The inability to
understand or track time, exhibited, for example, by the Participant being
regularly tardy or absent from appointments or commitments;
7) Chronic forgetfulness
or broken promise;
8) An abnormal number of
accident during events;
9) Involvement in
conduct which violates WRG safety procedures or involvement in careless acts
during a WRG event;
10) Inability to
concentrate, lack of recollection, and/or lack of attention;
11) Mental confusion,
paranoia, or the presence of abnormal or unreasonable thoughts and ideas;
12) Exhibitions of violent
tendencies, loss of temper, irritability, or unreasonably aggressive behavior;
13) Statements by a
Participant that may indicate that he or she uses prohibited substances;
14) Extreme personality
changes and/or mood swings;
15) Noticeably declining
personal hygiene and appearance;
16) A pattern of
abnormal conduct;
17) Violation of WRG
rules or a failure to follow safe practices; and
18) Evidence of attempts
to falsify, alter or modify prior alcohol or drugs tests.
C. The Participant is charged with, suspected of, or
arrested or convicted for driving while under the influence of alcohol, drugs,
medications, or other prohibited substances;
D. The Participants is charged with, suspected of, or
arrested or convicted for any type of drug related offense;
E. The WRG receives information from a reliable source
that the Participant is under the influence of alcohol, drugs, medications, or
other prohibited substances on the day of a WRG event, or that the Participant
is using, possessing, distributing, or selling illegal drugs or other
prohibited substances at any time.
F. The smell of alcohol or other prohibited substance
is evident on the person of any Participant on the day of any WRG event.
G. The results of an examination or test administered
by, or at the request of WRG, indicates evidence that the Participant is or was
using a prohibited or illegal substance, or the Participants is abusing
alcohol;
H. The Participant attempts to alter or manipulate a
specimen used in connected with testing under this Policy, or the Participant
attempts to alter or manipulate the results of any such testing or examination.
IV. RANDOM TESTING.
Participants understand and
acknowledge that WRG reserves the right and ability to implement (in its sole
discretion) a random and/or annual testing procedure and require Participants
to submit to such testing. The selection of Participants to submit to random or
annual testing shall be made by WRG in WRG‟s
sole discretion.
V. AUTHORIZATION FOR TESTING;
WAIVER AND RELEASE; COMPLIANCE.
If a WRG Participant refuses to
sign, execute, and/or deliver an authorization for testing in connection with
this Policy, and/or the “WRG Substance Abuse Policy Waiver and Release, Express
Assumption of the Risk, and Indemnity Agreement” prior to participation in WRG
events as required by WRG, the Participant will not be issued membership in, or
a license to, WRG, and the Participant will not be permitted to participate in
WRG events. In such a circumstance, if a Participant is already a member,
and/or already has a WRG license, the Participant will be suspended until he or
she complies with all requirements of this Policy.
Upon request pursuant to this
Policy, Participants must comply and submit to testing within the time period
designated by the WRG officials. If a Participant refuses to comply with or
participate in testing within the time period designated by WRG officials, the
Participant may be removed from WRG event premises and suspended from
competition. In such a circumstance, the Participant will also be subject to
additional disciplinary action pursuant to this Policy.
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VI. TESTING PROCEDURES.
A. Handling of Specimens
WRG shall designate certain WRG
officials with the responsibility to collect test specimens and to carry out
the following procedures with due care and diligence:
1) To ensure that the specimens are properly
designated and are accurately logged and registered from Participants. This may
include the observing the specimen collection process.
2) To ensure that the specimens are collected within
the appropriate and designated time periods. According to this Policy, specimen
collections should normally be made within one hour or less of the Participant
being notified that testing will be conducted. However, WRG reserves the right
to designate a different time period as circumstances require or warrant.
3) To ensure that the specimens are not altered or
manipulated, including by promptly measuring the temperature of the specimens. WRG
may, in its sole discretion deem any particular sample inappropriate for
testing and require a Participant to provide additional specimens, as
necessary.
4) To label, secure, and transport the specimens to
WRG‟s designated testing facility in such a manner as to
ensure the integrity of the specimens.
5) To obtain forms completed by the Participants in
connection with testing, identifying all prescription and over-the-counter
medications consumed by the Participant in the preceding three months.
B. Testing Facility.
All testing pursuant to this
Policy will be completed at a facility (or facilities) selected by WRG, in its
sole discretion, from the listing of those facilities that have been certified
by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration of the United
States Department of Health and Human Services and/or by the College of
American Pathologists Forensic Urine Drug Testing Program (hereinafter the
“Facility”).
C. Testing Specifics.
The Facility shall determine
the appropriate standards and methods of analysis regarding specimens submitted
concerning WRG Participants. The Facility shall also determine if, and to what
extent, a specimen is deemed to be a true positive for a prohibited substance
and/or alcohol, along with whether or not the specimen has been altered or
manipulated. The Facility shall transmit all testing results to an official (or
officials) designated by WRG for interpretation, and for determination of the
appropriate course of action.
VII. POSITIVE TESTS
A. Concerning Prohibited
Substances Other Than Alcohol:
1) Upon being notified by the designated WRG official
(or officials) of a true positive test result for a WRG Participant, the WRG
Officials shall suspend the Participants‟
membership and license with WRG for an indefinite period, and it shall take
such other disciplinary action it deems appropriate under the circumstances
pursuant to this Policy and WRG rules and guidelines.
2) If, following a suspension (and the enforcement of
any other disciplinary action), a Participant desires to resume participation
in any way in a WRG event, the Participant must obtain approval from the WRG
Appeals Board and/or WRG Supervisory Officials and must voluntarily submit
himself or herself to follow up, and regularly scheduled, testing as deemed
necessary by the WRG Supervisory Officials and/or Board. Such follow up testing
shall be conducted in a manner, and under certain conditions, as determined
necessary by the WRG Supervisory Officials and/or Board. The follow up testing
as determined by the WRG Supervisory Officials and/or Board shall also be
conducted solely at the expense of the Participant. In the event that a
suspended Participant submits to follow up testing and such testing shows no
evidence of a prohibited substance, the WRG Supervisory Officials and/or Board
may reinstate the Participant, assuming the Participant is otherwise eligible
to participate, and assuming that the Participant agrees to make himself or
herself available for future random tests without the need for reasonable
suspicion. Such random testing shall be conducted as the WRG Supervisory
Officials and/or Board sees fit, shall take place at any time and at any WRG
event, and shall be conducted at Participant‟s
sole expense.
B. Concerning Alcohol:
1) Upon being notified
by the designated WRG official (or officials) that a Participant has consumed
alcohol in violation of this Policy, the WRG Supervisory Officials and/or
Appeals Board may suspend the Participant‟s
membership and/or license for an indefinite period and/or take such other
disciplinary action deemed appropriate under the circumstances.
2) If, following a
suspension (and the enforcement of any other disciplinary action), a
Participant desires to resume participation in any way in a WRG event, the
Participant must obtain approval from the WRG Appeals Board and/or Supervisory
Officials and must voluntarily submit himself or herself to follow up, and
regularly scheduled, testing as deemed necessary by the Board. In the event
that a suspended Participant submits to follow up testing and such testing
shows no evidence of alcohol or a prohibited substance, the WRG Supervisory
Officials and/or the Board may reinstate the Participant, assuming the
Participant is otherwise eligible to participate, and assuming that the
Participant agrees to make himself or herself available for future random tests
without the need for reasonable suspicion. Such random testing shall be
conducted as the WRG Supervisory Officials and/or Board sees fit, shall take place
at any time and at any WRG event, and shall be conducted at Participant‟s sole expense.
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C. Publication:
Participants agree that WRG
may, as it deems reasonable under the circumstances, publish the results of any
test or tests conducted pursuant to this Policy and the circumstances giving
rise to such test to such third parties. Participants also agree that WRG may,
in its discretion, publish information regarding disciplinary action taken as a
result of any testing or any violation of the Policy. Participants shall have
no claim or cause of action of any kind against WRG or any of its officials,
directors, officers, employees or agents with respect to any such publication.
VIII. COMPROMISED TESTS.
A Participant who acts with the
intent, and/or does in fact, falsify, alter, or otherwise manipulated with any
specimen or any aspect of the testing procedure or process under this Policy
will be subject to disciplinary action as issued by the WRG Supervisory
Officials and/or WRG Appeals Board. A specimen that is identified as having
been falsified, altered, or manipulated shall be treated in the same manner as
a true positive test result for a prohibited substance other than alcohol, with
all attendant consequences and results as set forth above.
IX. PROHIBITED ACTED UNDER THIS
POLICY.
If WRG determines that a
Participant has engaged in any prohibited act under this Policy or has acted in
a manner contrary to the purpose and intent of this Policy, WRG may remove the
Participant from the WRG event premises and/or take any other emergency action
as is deemed appropriate under the circumstances. In such a circumstance, the
Participant will also be subject to disciplinary action as issued in the
discretion of the WRG Supervisory Officials and/or WRG Appeals Board .
X. TREATMENT FOR ALCOHOL,
DRUGS, OR MEDICATIONS.
WRG shall not be involved in
recommending or prescribing any particular rehabilitation programs or
procedures in response to a violation of this Policy. However, WRG strongly
encourages Participants in violation of the Policy to obtain professional and
ongoing help and assistance. In determining potential reinstatement and future
participation, WRG will take into account a Participant‟s efforts to obtain professional help, and it will
consider the results and successful completion of programs and assistance.
XI. WRG RULES.
This Policy, as it may be
amended from time to time, serves as a supplement to the currently effective WRG
Rules as promulgated by the WRG Supervisory Officials and/or WRG Board of
Directors. This Policy shall be interpreted and applied by the WRG in the
context of and in connection with the WRG Rules. This Policy is, and shall be,
binding upon all WRG members in the same manner, and to the same extent, as the
WRG Rules.