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Please read the general rules in addition to
these division specific rules. Some duplication and/or
discrepancies may arise and if so you are asked to contact track
officials for an official ruling.
Please
note any driver not meeting the specifications
listed below WILL NOT be permitted to compete in this
division.
There may
be a one-week grace period for some specifications at the discretion
of tech officials.
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TRACK CAN CONFISCATE ANY PART, OFF ANY CAR, FOR ANY REASON *
CAR SPECIFICATIONS
Generally open competition for Late Model stock
cars meeting the following:
No ground effect devices or movable skirts
along the sides of the car. Body must meet the dimensions shown
elsewhere in these rules. Fiberglass roof allowed. Pressure relief
area at the rear of car must be enclosed and exted a minimum of 12
below the deck lid and must be sealed on the top and sides; must be
straight up and down and must be ridged. Radiator overflow catch
cam mandatory. NO ANTI-FREEZE!!!
** NOTE ** Engine interchange permitted.
Cast iron blocks only. Engine compression not limited. One
two-barrel carburetor allowed with the appropriate weights mentioned
below. 650 max carburetor for crate engine cars. Turbos not
allowed. No nitrous oxide equipment. Mufflers required. Must be
self-starting and must have reverse gear. No electronic traction
control devices including anti-lock brakes. No cockpit
adjustable suspensions other than break bias. Remote reservoir
shocks are not allowed. Rear end optional.
APPEARANCE
Overall paint, lettering, general appearance,
neatness, construction, safety features, innovation etc., are all
subject to technical inspection. Any dark colored car must have
contrasting bright colored pressure relief area.
MINIMUM WEIGHTS
The weight will be measured in pounds with the
car race ready including the driver in the car and after the feature
race. Cars with stock appearing nose and 72 rear quarter panel
width are to weigh 2700 lbs with driver after feature
if using a 2 bbl carburetor or 2900 lbs if
running a 4 bbl carburetor.
There is no minimum weight or left-side / right-side % for cars
using the crate motors. ** All template bodied cars are to receive
a 50 lb weight break **
Cars running V-6 engines will have same weight
rule and same engine location. Maximum of 60% left side weight is
allowed with driver in the car. Any weight added behind the rear
axle gear must be a minimum of 8 high. Other added weight must not
extend below the main frame rail.
CAR SAFETY FEATURES
GENERAL SAFETY FEATURES COMMON TO LATE MODEL
STOCK CAR RACING MUST BE INSTALLED INCUDING:
Fuel cells / proper fuel line construction and
placement of fuel cell. Must be securely mounted between frame rail
and adequately protected from behind and below by .090 wall tubing
or better. Four metal straps over the top of the fuel cell are
recommended. If a remote fueling port is installed, a safety
shutoff must be also installed. Fuel cell must be a minimum of 8
from ground. Fuel type optional except to nitrous oxide or
alcohol. Main frame rail must be at least 8 in circumference. 2x2
frame rails allowed from A-frame forward and from rear end back.
The drivers seat must be aluminum racing type and properly
mounted. Driver must have a clear view horizontally (a full 180
degrees from his sitting position forward) Headrest must be located
behind drivers head mid-helmet height. Roll cars beside drivers
helmet must be well padded, and with driver seated normally in
place, helmet must clear all roll bars by 3. Basic drivers cage
and door protection required with at least .090 wall, 1 ½ O.D. or
better tubing, gusseted with high penetration welds throughout. NO
REDUCTION!! At least one triangular brace in the front of the lower
front left rollbar post must be installed to protect the drivers
feet and legs. Side reflector plate mandatory from the rear panel
to the front firewall 10 high and 1/8 thickness minimum. Side
window opening must be large enough for safety crew members to enter
or exit; minimum opening allowed is 13 x 22. Windshield clip and
braces recommended. Window nets are mandatory. Transmissions and
rear end plugs should be wired. ONE mirror allowed. Weight may be added to the car but must
be securely fastened with min ½ bolts and must be painted white and
include car number on them.
FRONT AND REAR TOW HOOKS OR CHAINS ARE REQUIRED!!
GENERAL
BODY DIMENSIONS
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A.
Stock appearing nose only |
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B.
Maximum front overhang beyond center of wheel |
45" |
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C.
Driver entry / exit (both sides) |
13" x 22" |
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D.
Maximum from front of roof to rear of back window |
84" |
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E.
Minimum ground clearance under frame between wheels with
driver in car |
3" |
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F.
Maximum height of rear bumper |
18" |
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G.
Maximum rearward overhang beyond center of wheel |
50" |
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H.
Minimum height of center roof |
45" |
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I.
Minimum wheelbase |
102" |
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J.
Maximum height of rear deck |
38" |
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K.
Minimum windshield angle |
22
degrees |
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L.
Maximum rear deck lid length |
30" |
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M.
Maximum length of roof |
52" |
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N.
Minimum width of roof |
46" |
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O.
Maximum width of rear spoilder incluidng lateral (clear
material) |
72" |
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P.
Maximum height of rear spoiler (including lateral) |
43" |
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Q.
Rear spoiler including lateral, not to exceed 8" from deck
lid measured from spoiler angle |
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R.
Rear quarter must taper evently from center of axle to rear
body |
72" |
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S.
Minimum ground clearance behind rear axle |
8" |
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T.
Maximum tread width |
82" |
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U.
Minimum fuel well height off ground |
8" |
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V.
Maximum length of lateral |
18" |
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W.
Vertical forward gussets and lips across top of rear spoiler
will be allowed |
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X.
Outside of rear tire fender to equal outside of tire tread |
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SAFETY / HARNESS
A full five-point restraint system is required
including a 3 wide seat belt, tow over the shoulder straps
(recommended 3 wide) and crotch straps. Belts must be date coded
within the past five (5) years. Mounting is subject to approval.
FIRE EXTINGUISHER
/ SAFETY
Fire extinguisher is mandatory with easy access
and identification for the safety crew. On board fire extinguisher
systems are strongly recommended with 1301 Halon strongly
recommended in extinguisher. Metal firewalls and floorboards a
must. The kill switch must be marked and battery cover required.
Added wight must be adequately secured and painted white.
DRIVE SHAFT
Drive shaft tubing hoop mandatory.
MUFFLERS
Mufflers are mandatory!! Decibel reading to be
checked at tracks discretion. 100 decibels or less measure at 100
ft racing distance.
WHEELS
Rims 10 maximum width, steel only. No carbon
fiber brakes or titanium brake rotors.
TIRES
Tires will be American Racer
21(Left Side) / 31 (Right Side (10" slicks)
or the 285 series (10" tread). The tire durometer # is TO BE ANNOUNCED. Any driver found with
tire(s) under the announced number will be disqualified for that
event and/or evening and the tires may be confiscated by the track
for further examination.
NO SOAKING OF ANY KIND!!
WINDSHIELD
Full front and rear windshields are required.
Rear window must be stock appearing.
ENGINE
4 maximum engine set back for all engines
measured at the center of the treads #1 spark plug in relation to
ball joint centerline. Cast iron heads; 5 set back.
Option of Stock 4412 Holly carburetor or, 4
bbl carburetor with specific weight penalties as noted above.
Must fit gauge.
ROOF
Roof must carry a relatively flat contour
throughout 45 minimum roof height measured as center of roof 24
back from the top edge of windshield. No radical offsets at roof.
This will be at the discretion of tech personnel.
BUMPERS
Rear bumper ends must be rounded with no sharp
corners.
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