track 580-482-2754

office 405-943-7324

cell 405-990-3990

2006 Rules & Specifications

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Rule book Disclaimer 2006

The rules and/or regulations set forth herein are designed to provide for the orderly conduct of racing events and to establish minimum acceptable requirements for such events. These rules shall govern the condition of all events, and by participating in these events, all participants are deemed to have complied with these rules. NO EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF SAFETY SHALL RESULT FROM PUBLICATION OF OR COMPLIANCE WITH THESE RULES AND/OR REGULATIONS. They are intended as a guide for the conduct of the sport and are in no way a guarantee against injury or death to a participant, spectator, or official. The race director shall be empowered to permit reasonable and appropriate deviation from any of the specifications herein or impose any further restrictions that in his opinion do not alter the minimum acceptable requirements. NO EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF SAFETY SHALL RESULT FROM SUCH ALTERATION OF SPECIFICATIONS. Any interpretation or deviation of these rules is left to the discretion of the officials.

IMAGES, PHOTOS and VIDEO. All images, videotape, camera film, etc… taken on Altus Speedway grounds remains the property of Altus Speedway. All drivers/owners should inform their crewmembers, fans and families that no images may be used for commercial gain without written permission from Altus Motor Speedway, LLC. Anyone found publishing images taken at Altus Speedway without written permission would be in breach of copyright laws. Altus Speedway reserves the right to restrict any person or persons from photographing events held at this facility. Furthermore, Altus Speedway reserves the right to confiscate any film taken of any event.

Contact Information:

Track address: 3 miles North of Altus Oklahoma on Highway 283

Track phone: 580-482-2754

Office phone: 405-943-7324

Facsimile: 405-943-6002

Mailing address: 400 South Vermont, #125, OKC, OK 73108

Track Manager: Joe Madore, cell 405-990-3990

Website: www.altusspeedway.com

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GENERAL TRACK RULES 2006
1. Appeal Process:
1.1 A car owner or driver may file an appeal against a judgment imposed by the Technical Director provided that the individual submits such appeal within one hour of the first judgment. Appeals must be submitted in writing, signed by the applicant, and accompanied by the appeal fee of one hundred dollars. If the appeal is won the fee will be refunded. If the appeal is lost the fee is non-refundable. Final appeals must be received at the office within 48 hours of notice to appeal.
1.2 The General Manager shall establish procedures for hearing an appeal and shall not be bound by technical or formal rules of evidence for procedure. The hearing will be conducted in the manner best suited to the relevant facts. He or she may review written information concerning the appeal and the decision may be based on that evidence. The decision may also be made to hold another hearing.
1.3 The General Manager shall determine time, date and location of the hearing. The appellate will be notified in writing. There is no restriction on those who may attend the hearing.
1.4 Cost of the preceding shall be at the expense of the racetrack. However, if the General Manager determines that the appeal may have been instituted without merit, the cost for such hearing will be the responsibility of the owner/driver who instituted the charge.
1.5 The racetrack reserves the right to penalize any driver or car owner judged to be spiteful, malicious, or acts contrary to the rules and regulations. The racetrack shall have the right to publish the judgment of the General Manager and use the names involved. The persons or teams so named shall have no recourse to act against these parties or the publisher of the judgment.
2. Driver Eligibility:
2.1 Our racing events are open to all persons complying with these rules and specifications and their admission into the racing area signifies their acceptance of and compliance with all provisions.
2.1a. All drivers must be at least 16 years of age to compete in paid divisions.
2.1b. All drivers may be required to pass a performance-based driving test. This will be at the discretion of the General Manager.
2.1c. Only licensed drivers and/or owners will be issued car numbers.
2.1d. All drivers must be licensed with the racetrack. License applications are available on-line, by mail or at the track.
3. Car Registration:
3.1All owners must register their car number prior to their race date. Only single or double-digit numbers may be registered, NO LETTERS! Duplicate car numbers will not be allowed.
3.2 Starting in the 1997 season, owners to have a registered number and who have competed during the season in the prior year, will have until January 15th of the following year to re-register and retain their number. After January 15th, non-registered numbers will become available to all owners on a first-come, first-serve basis.
4. Licensing:
4.1 An annual license application along with the proper fee must be submitted for each driver that competes at the racetrack.
4.2 Driver license fees vary by class of competition.
Hornet $20, this license only good for the Hornet class. Charger $25, good for hornet, & charger class. Bomber $30, good for Hornet, Charger & Bomber classes. Super Stock $40, good for all classes.
4.3 Non-driving owners must be licensed. Crewmembers do not have to be licensed.
Owners license $15, all classes
Crew license $15, all classes
4.4 All licensed persons will pay $20 per event for pit entry. Non-licensed persons will pay $25.

5. Conduct:

5.1 Professional, courteous conduct is expected from all participants at all times. Anyone acting in an unsportsmanlike manner may be put on probation, suspended and/or fined according to the seriousness of the offense. Owners and drivers will be responsible for the conduct of their pit crew and/or any person signing in on their car. The car owner is the sole representative in any debate with an official relating to his/her car.

5.2 Refusal of any owner, driver or crew to abide by the set rules and the usual policy of conducting auto races will be grounds for the management and/or technical committee to refuse to let such person or car take part in race program and/or institute penalties as they see fit. Troublemakers will not be tolerated and may be barred from all speedway events.

5.3 Any participant entering the judges stand, announcers booth, or flag stand for the purpose of argument will be disqualified and lose points and money for the entire program.

5.4 Any person caught striking a track official will be banned from the facility for a period of no less than 1 (one) year. Additionally, we will file charges and prosecute for assault.

5.5 Any fighting in the pit area will subject the offenders to suspension depending upon the seriousness of the incident. Any continuing problems from the same individual will result in permanent suspension.

5.6 No drinking of any alcoholic beverage before or during the racing program!!! Violation of this rule will result in expulsion from the pits. Management shall then determine what disciplinary action to be taken before the next race or meeting, whichever is first.

6. General:

6.1 Rules and regulations if not covered herein will be interpreted by the officials and management and will be final. The management will make any changes or additions to the rules when deemed necessary for the benefit of all concerned.

6.2 Continuous development in racing may necessitate changes that could not be anticipated at the time of publishing rules. Alternate rules may be necessary to update, modify, add, or delete rules.

6.3 No deviation from normal running rules shall be made unless all drivers, crew and officials are notified of changes beforehand. Anyone not attending pit meeting will not be given consideration on rule changes during an event.

6.4 Decisions of the officials on interpretation of rules and scoring of position in a race will be final. Public address announcements are not official results. Official results must come from the official scorers.

6.6 Track officials reserve the right to refuse entrance to any car, driver, owner, or any other person or persons to the pit area, infield, or grandstands.

6.7 Drivers will adhere to a five-mile per hour speed limit in the pit area. This includes tow vehicles. Fines and/or suspension may result from speeding in the pit area.

6.8 The speedway will not be responsible for damage to any vehicles in the pit area or competitions area. Only tow vehicles with racecars attached and official cars, designated by promoter will be permitted through the pit gate. Any other vehicles will be charged $10. All tools and equipment must accompany racecar and/or tow car.

6.9 All drivers must wear approved helmets at all times while they are on the track, including hot laps, time trials, and racing. Fire resistant drivers' uniforms, gloves and face shields are also required.

6.10 All cars must have a catch can on the radiator it must be located in the motor compartment.

6.11 Visiting cars must comply with the rules and specifications in order to compete regularly at Altus Speedway. However, track officials reserve the right to waive certain irregularities on a one-time basis in order to allow the visitor to compete providing the car will not be a hazard on the track. To compete regularly at the speedway, the car must meet all rules and regulations set forth. Any deviations from the rules should be brought to the attention of the tech steward before the races.

7. Pit Passes:

7.1 A pit pass is a fee charged for entry into the restricted area of the facility it must be worn above the waist and visible at all times. Unauthorized use of pit passes will be dealt with severely.

7.2 No driver, owner or crewmember may enter pit area until he/she has registered and signed all entry forms and releases.

7.3 Pit passes may not be transferred or assigned to anyone else.

7.4 Cost: Licensed $20, Non-licensed $25

8. Minors Release:

8.1 Anyone less than eighteen years of age must have a release signed by his or her parent or legal guardian. This applies to pit crews, drivers, and anyone entering the pits.

8.2 Minimum age for drivers is twelve. We have the release forms available. Contact us before racing. You cannot enter the pit area without having a release executed.

9. Rain Checks:

If rain should occur before all heat races scheduled for the event have been started, rain checks will be given and no purse or points will be paid. If rain occurs after all heat races have been completed, all money earned will be paid for the events completed. The balance of the purse and events will be added to a later program or programs decided upon by the General Manager.

10. Purse and Points:

10.1 The car owner shall earn all points and payment of purses. It is assumed that financial arrangements have been made between driver and owner.

10.2 In case of overpayment of position, it will be refunded to the track or the track will withhold from any future winning.

10.3 Any car found illegal without protest being filed would forfeit winnings to track. If protested car is found illegal, winnings will be paid back to next positions.

10.4 Car owner may use a "stand in" driver. General Manager must approve all driver changes.

10.5 Car owners may not change cars during a event. This applies to multi-day events as well.

11. Inspection and Protest Procedures:

11.1 Track officials reserve the right to demand the inspection of any part of any racecar for determining the legality without the protest fee. The track officials also reserve the right to refuse the entrance of any car or driver/owner for not complying with the rules.

11.2 A formal protest will be accepted from a licensed driver or car owner only if their car is in a race with the car being protested.

11.3 Protest fee is $50 visual or $100 tear down. The protested car must be torn down or refusal to disassemble for inspection will disqualify car and driver. The speedway is not responsible to furnish any tools or equipment for inspection on a car protested by another driver or car owner.

11.4 The car will not be allowed to re-enter pits until reason for disqualification's is satisfied.

11.5 All winnings and points for the racing event will be forfeited on any car found illegal or upon refusal to tear down. Second offense will result in forfeiting all points for the season.

11.6 Any car found illegal without protest being filed would forfeit winnings to track.

11.7 Track reserves the right to impound parts or complete cars in the event of disqualification or serious accident. Refusal to surrender illegal parts will be grounds for suspension from future events.

12. Line Up and Race Procedures:

12.1 Our racing program is based on a full line of cars in each class. If this number is not available, alternate scheduling of program may be used. Racing events may be lined up in various ways to accomplish the best racing program.

12.2 Line-ups for the heat races will be determined by point per night average, draw or time trials.

12.3 Line-ups for heat races will be posted approximately ten minutes before race time. It is the driver's responsibility to check the line up and move their car into the staging lane for line up.

12.4 Cars not in their proper place when the pit steward moves them out to the track will be starting in the back of the pack. We will not hold an event up for you.

12.5 Once the cars have been staged for their event, moving that row straight ahead will fill empty slots in the lineup.

12.6 The inside pole driver sets the pace for the start or restart of the race.

12.7 If a collision or spin out occurs before all cars have cleared the second turn on a start or first restart, the race will be stopped. All cars return to their original lineup position unless they go to the pits or work on their cars. After all cars clear the second turn, the race will be stopped only in case of emergency or multi-car piles up. If the race is stopped after all cars clear turn two but before the first lap is completed, restart will be original lineup single file. Cars causing yellow or red flag will go to the back of the pack as directed by the head flagman.

12.8 Cars may not enter from outside the track area under green flag conditions at Altus Speedway. Cars in the infield may reenter the track if it can be done so safely. Cars may only come onto the track from the pit area while the yellow or red flag or light is on.

12.9 If track conditions warrant a caution or red flag, track scorers will immediately stop recording. The lineup for continuation of the race will be based on the running order of the last completed lap. Cars involved in the crash and cars going to the pits will go to the back of the line. Any car that is worked on by driver, crew, or track officials will be moved to the rear of the line.

12.10 The flagman or officials will at any time during a race have the right to deem a car unsafe and have the flagman give the car in question the black-flag. A black flag for unsportsman like conduct disqualifies that car for the rest of the race. If a car receives a black flag for safety reasons, the car can make repairs and return to racing under the track entrance rules.

12.11 In order to get credit for finishing a race, the driver must complete at least one posted lap.

12.12 At the flagman's discretion, the winner may take a victory lap with checkered flag. One slow down lap will be made after receiving the checkered flag before exiting the track.

12.13 In the case of a dead heat, the win goes to the inside car.

12.14 The flagman's decision will be final during any event. Any argument concerning his decision may result in your disqualification for the entire race program.

12.15 During races, the only people allowed on the track are the safety crew and racing officials. Everyone must stay behind the fences at all times unless requested by the officials to assist for some special reason. Anyone coming on to the track to work on a car will cause that car to go to the back of the lineup upon restart of the race.

12.16 Unauthorized driver change will result in disqualification and forfeiture of all money and points earned during the race program.

12.17 Any driver intentionally causing an accident will be disqualified for the rest of the racing program. Officials will decide what action to take on the offending driver.

13. Flags and Lights

13.1 The following flag system will be used in conducting an event.

Green - Beginning of race, track is clear

Yellow - Reduce speeds and maintains position. DO NOT RACE UNDER YELLOW FLAG.
Blue/Yellow - Passing or move over flag. Cars receiving this flag shall yield the groove so that lapping cars may pass.

Red - Emergency on the track, all cars are to stop immediately and proceed to start/finish line for realignment. No working on cars during a red flag. Cars being worked on will be placed at the back of the lineup.

Black - Consultation flag, pull off track immediately. A rolled up black flag is a warning to the driver. Any over aggressive driving will result in disqualification for that race. A black flag held stretched out is for mechanical or hazardous situations, proceed immediately to the pit or work area.

White - One lap remaining in the race.

Checkered - Race is completed.

End General Track rules.

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CHARGERS (new class for 2006)

V-6 or 4 cyl. pure stock cars. Weight .80 pounds per CC, (3800cc x .80 = 3040lbs.), all 4 cyl. cars will be required to weigh at least 2400 lbs. No sports cars, sedans only. Street tires, maximum 60 series on stock wheels. Racing seat, belts, window net, roll cage and fire extinguisher required. Cars may be gutted for roll cage clearance. Driver's door must be welded or chained shut. Gas tank may remain in stock location if positioned in front of rear axle, if stock tank is behind rear axle it must be replaced with fuel cell or 6-gallon boat tank. Boat tank or fuel cell MUST be covered, secured, and located in trunk area. 100% stock engine, transmission, suspension.

This class will race for points and prize money. Any driver under 16 years old must be approved by the general manager.

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2006 Super Stock Rules

This is a slightly modified stock car division and is intended for drivers who want to get into racing with minimal preparation or expense. This is not a beginner class! We recommend new drivers start in the Hornet or Charger divisions. Drivers requesting a license to compete in the Super Stock division may be required to pass a driving test or may be required to start at the rear of the field until officials feel they are ready to line up by points average. Speedway officials will be empowered to restrict any car from competing. Any other alterations or modifications not specifically allowed for in these rules would be considered illegal. Stock OEM means no alterations of any kind to parts. If you are planning to do something that is not covered in these rules, please consult with the tech inspector before doing so. Otherwise, your car may not be legal.

A. Car Type

1. Any rear wheel drive American automobile.

2. Wheelbase - 108". Camaro, Firebird and Mustang models are not legal.

B. Chassis Suspension, and Running Gear

1. Stock OEM frames front to rear with all stock OEM suspension. No mounting holes may be slotted. All suspension mounting points must remain in stock locations. Uni-body cars may connect front and rear frames with square tubing.

2. Racing springs OK, No removable or adjustable spacers. Minimum frame height is 6" and car must be within a 1/2" of level measured at the front frame rails.

3. Sway bars must be stock OEM.

4. Caster and camber may be changed on the suspension. Frame mounting points on all suspension components must remain OEM.

5. Aftermarket steel upper A-frames may be used or OEM arms may be lengthened or shortened or mounting points on the arm altered. No adjustable A-frames allowed.

6. Shocks are limited to one per wheel and must be in original location. Racing shocks OK.

7. Brakes must work at all four wheels. Brakes must be OEM for make and model of chassis. Aftermarket pedals and master cylinders with bias adjustmet are OK, but must be firewall mounted.

8. Transmissions: automatic or standard shift transmissions allowed. Transmission must be stock with forward and reverse gears. Automatics must have a working torque converter. Standards must use a stock steel flywheel and clutch. Steel blow-proof bellhousing must be used on standards, must have a 1" inspection hole. Cars running automatic transmission will get a 200 lb. weight break.

9. Rear axle optional. Must have factory mounts in stock location for the model of car. No aluminum differentials, no quick change differentials. Floater hubs are OK. Aftermarket heavy-duty axles are recommended. If a stock 7.5" GM metric rear axle is used car must run a automatic transmission @3300 lbs.

C. Engines

1. Maximum 400 C.I. Stock OEM only. GM in GM. Ford in Ford, ETC. If it is not stock, do not run it. No mixing of stock parts, example; 305 heads on 350 block.

2. Compression ratio may not exceed 9.0 to 1

3. Engines will be subject to a vacuum test of 16 inches at 1200 to 1400 rpm.

4. OEM engine parts may not be modified outside factory specs. Maximum overbore on blocks .065 inches. No cutting, porting, or polishing of heads, intake, or exhaust manifolds.

5. No high performance anything! This includes OEM high performance parts. Corvette, Z-28, Impala SS, Chevelle SS, Nova SS, Monte Carlo SS and police package engines are not legal. No pop-up pistons, roller rocker arms, double hump heads, marine intakes, guide plates, solid lifters, MSD modules, "hot" coils, etc….

6. Legal cylinder head castings for Chevrolet are;

305 & 307 C.I. - 358741, 354434, 376450, 462614, 471513, 517513, 14014415, 14014416, 14014440, 14022301, 10422801, 14034807, 14101081

350 C.I. - 333882, 376445, 462624, 458642, 468642, 471513, 517513, 3931635, 3932441, 3932441X, 3986316, 3986336, 3986339, 3986388, 3998916, 3998993, 3998997, 14019821, 14019926, 14010516, 14020517, 14020555, 14020556, 14022056, 14022206, 14024816, 14034808

400 C.I. - 333882, 462624, 458642, 468642, 3932441X, 3973493, 3998997

Maximum valve size on Chevrolet = 1.94 intake, 1.50 exhaust

Note: more information about what make and model of vehicles these cylinder heads can be found on at this link http://www.mortec.com/castnum.htm

7. Replacement type screw-in studs may be used to repair "pulled" oem studs but stud towers may not be milled. Pinning of stock studs is OK.

8. Vents may be added on the valve covers for breathing purposes.

9. "Claimer" type oil pans allowed.

10. Stock mechanical fuel pumps only.

11. Headers may be used. Must be "chassis" type header and tail pipes must exit behind the drivers compartment. $125 claim on headers.

12. Penalty for an illegal engine will be as follows: loss of points and money for that event and a $100.00 fine. Fine must be paid before you will be allowed to compete again.

D. Bodies

1. Front and rear firewalls and floor must be OEM.

2. Aftermarket rubber bumper covers allowed.

3. Aftermarket bodies must be approved by Altus Speedway.

4. All glass must be removed except the windshield.

5. All cars must have bumpers front and rear. Bumpers may be stock or fabricated. Fabricated bumpers may be no larger than 2" x 3" O.D. rectangle tubing or 2.5" round tube. All fabricated and modified stock bumpers must be covered and in good condition with no sharp or jagged edges. No external bracing of the bumpers (no cattle catchers!).

6. All headlight, taillight and marker light holes must be covered.

7. Nerf bars allowed, must be constructed from 1" x 2" O.D. rectangle tubing. Ends must be cut at a 45 degree angle, capped and ground smooth. Nerfs must fit flush to body.

8. All cars must maintain a minimum roof height of 51" measured 10" back from top of windshield in the center of the roof.

9. Number must be of contrasting colors, easily seen from the scoring tower. 18" minimum height on both doors and the roof.

E. Tires and Wheels

Maximum 235R70 DOT tires only must be street legal and can be bought over the normal retail counter. Must have a tread wear rating or 180 or higher. Or the Towel City retread slick approved by Altus Speedway, all Towel City tires must be stamped with the Altus Speedway logo. Tires are available at the track.

2. Wheel and tire must pass through a width gauge of nine inches measured at the widest point of the tire or wheel.

3. Steel wheels recommended. No plastic wheels allowed.

F. Safety

1. All cars must have a roll cage. Roll cages must be a minimum of four points with three driver door bars.

2. All cars must have five point seat belts with a quick release buckle.

3. Racing seat required. Must have a headrest or high back seat.

4. Stock gas tanks must be removed and gas tanks installed should not hold more than 5 gallons of gas unless it is a fuel cell. All gas tanks must be securely fastened in the trunk area. A firewall is required between the gas tank and driver with all openings sealed. Tanks may not be lower than trunk floor.

5. All cars must have a fire extinguisher within easy reach of the driver at all times.

6. A fire retardant driving suit, gloves, and shoes are required.

7. Helmets are required at all times when on the track.

8. Window nets on driver's side required.

9. All cars must be equipped with a "positive throttle stop" that will prevent the carburetor butterflys from rotating over center.

G. Weight

1. Car with driver weight after the race. Standard Trans.=3500 lbs, Automatic trans.=3300 lbs.

2. Minimum front weight of 50%

3. Maximum left side weight of 53%

4. Bolt on weights must be painted white and have the car number on them.

5. Weights must be securely attached with at least one ½" bolt for every 25 lbs. of weight. No hose clamps, bungee cords, nylon straps ect... may be used to secure weights!!!

End 2006 Super Stock rules

2006 BOMBER rules

Introduction:

The BOMBERS are a pure stock racing class. The Purpose of this class is fun, cheap, close racing. It is a step up from Chargers and a good place to get some experience in a V-8 powered car before moving up to Super Stock. It is also perfect for drivers who quit racing because of cost or time constraints, but want to get back in for the fun and love of racing. This class is not serious racing! We expect a little rubbing, bumping and pushing; but we still want to keep it safe and fairly clean.

1. Car Specifications:

(A) Body: Min. 108" wheelbase if V-8 powered, 100" if 6 cyl. Powered. No performance cars, no economy cars.
(B) Stock bodies front to rear; the only trimming of metal allowed will be for tire clearance and roll bar clearance. Hood and trunk lid may be gutted. All other metal must remain intact.
(C) All glass except front and rear windows must be removed. All trim, headlights, taillights, turn signals, marker lights, mirrors, carpet, headliner, rear seat, passenger seat, door panels and antennas must be removed.
(D) Holes and openings from engine or trunk compartments to drivers compartment must be covered with metal.

5. Engine:

Any 100% stock V-8 or 6 cyl. engine. No performance parts of any kind. Stock parts may not be altered. A/C, EGR, heater, cruise control may be removed. The engine must be one that was available for the make and model year car you are racing. All engines must pull 19" of vacuum at idle. No anti-freeze, water only.

6. Tires / Wheels:

Max. 60 series, radial only, minimum 360 tread wear DOT legal street tires or the Towel City retread slick approved by Altus Speedway. Tires are available at the track. Tire must pass thru a 9.5" hoop, measurement will be taken at the widest part of the tire. OEM or steel racing wheels OK, max. width 8", max. diamater 16".

7. Suspension:

All suspension and steering parts must be stock for that car. No modifying of OEM parts, no mixing and matching, no relocating of mounts, stock appearing springs. Locked rear axle OK.

8. Safety:

(A) Must have a roll bar with two supports minimum. Must have two left door bars or a 1/8" thick steel plate welded to the inside of the left door. A grader blade may be welded or bolted to the drivers side door. All roll bars within reach of the driver must be padded.
(B) Must have minimum 4-point quick release seat belts, helmet, long sleeve fire retardant suit, gloves and shoes.
(C) A fire extinguisher must be mounted within easy reach of the driver.
(D) Stock gas tank must be removed and replaced with a 5-gallon fuel cell or metal tank. Fuel tank must be securely mounted to the trunk floor with a minimum of two 1" steel straps 1/8" thick.

9. Weights and C.I.

End 2006 BOMBER rules

2006 HORNET RULES

Remember that the idea of this class is to HAVE FUN!! Please keep the following in mind.

A. A Hornet is a car that races, not a racecar.

B. We will draw for line-up every night. This class will not be competing for season points.

C. You are racing for trophies and "speedway bucks". This class does not pay cash money.

D. $500 claim on the top four finishers.

E. Any driver that enters every race will receive a "Top Five" style award jacket and a BIG trophy at the 2006 awards banquet.

E. Hornets may race forward, backwards or around obstacles

F. HAVE FUN!!!

CAR SPECIFICATIONS

1. Any 4-cylinder car with maximum wheel base of 103" and complete stock body, interior, frame and suspension. No bracing anywhere except drivers compartment, dash, interior, steering, and pedals MUST remain stock for make and model.

2. All insulation under hood must be removed.

3. Horn MUST remain intact and working.

4. Radio MUST remain intact and working,

5. Stock carb or fuel injection.

6. Stock transmission for make and model.

7. Stock manifold with at least 2' of stock pipe.

8. Battery must be securely fastened.

9. Stock unaltered drive axle for make and model.

10. Approved dot passenger car tires (60 series minimum). Wheels and tires must be like size.

11. Gas tank may remain in stock location if positioned in front of rear axle, if stock tank is behind rear axle it must be replaced with fuel cell or 6-gallon boat tank. Boat tank or fuel cell MUST be covered, secured, and located in trunk area.

12. Roll bars MANDATORY. Must run a minimum of one- 1 3/4" hoop roll bar or two 2.5" pipes with steel plates on both ends bolted or welded to roof and floor.

13. Driver's door must be welded or chain closed. Drivers door protection recommended. Passenger door must open.

14. All glass (except front & rear) must be removed (not broken in door) before arrival at track.

15. Third brake light must remain in working condition.

16. Snell helmet, functional seat belt, gloves and fire retardant long sleeved suit mandatory. Race seat and five point belts may be used and retained if factory replacements are furnished if claimed

17. Window net MANDATORY.

18. Numbers must be minimum 18" tall on doors and 20" on roof.

19. All antifreeze must be removed and replaced with water.

20. Top 4 finishers are subject to $500.00 car claim by track, drivers, and fans. Claimed cars must be raced at next event. Claim window 10 minutes; first come (cash). Any driver refusing a claim will be banned from racing in the Hornet division, but may elect to move the car to the Charger division.

21. The following flammable interior parts must be removed: carpet, rear and passenger seats and headliner.

End 2006 Hornet rules

Point System

Single day events will use the Heat Race, Feature race format.

Qualifier races with passing points will be used for multi-day events.

Passing points = 1.5 for each position advanced from the original starting position. This includes cars that are unable to start the race.

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