2012 Car Rules (click for printable version) 2012 Youth Rules
CARS MUST REMAIN STOCK UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.
IF IT IS NOT IN THE RULES, IT DOES NOT MEAN YOU CAN DO IT.
1. Derby is open to any hard-tops, wagons. NO 4x4’s OR Imperials (except 1974 and newer).
2. BODY- All vehicles must be stripped of all glass, chrome, trim, side mirrors, plastic and fiberglass panels. Rubber body mounts may be
removed – body mount bolt (MAX 5/8” diameter), washers (MAX 4”). Body mounts must still go up in factory locations…ONLY EXCEPTIONS
ARE THE 2 EXTRA YOU MAY ADD ANYWHERE (MAX 5/8 bolts). No body-to-frame weld. May enhance body lines. No overlay or double
effects. MAY RUN #9 WIRE IN SPOTS ANYWHERE INSIDE THE CAR (max 3 wraps per spot).
** 2 STEEL BARS MUST BE MOUNTED FROM THE FIRE WALL TO ROOF** and not attached to halo bar.
3. GAS TANKS- If not under center of car, MUST be moved to the back seat area, securely fastened, and completely covered.
4. FRAME- No alterations or reinforcements to frame. 1 / 2” top frame seam weld allowed. No Imperial sub-frames allowed (NO
EXCEPTIONS). Call on patching!!!
5. TRANSMISSION- Floor shifters are allowed. Trans coolers allowed – no rubber hose. Must be metal or hydraulic.
6. BRAKES- All vehicles must have and will be checked for brakes and air cleaner.
7. BUMPERS- May be welded or chained – may run 1 piece of ¼ x 3”x6” long metal per side to help hold on bumper (THAT’S IT!!!) May swap
bumpers. Use #9 wire in two spots from core support to bumper.
8. REAR ENDS- May be welded. No coil to leaf-spring alteration. Three spring clamps per side for stock leafed cars. May have brace but
only to strengthen rear end tube. Coil cars can reinforce arms (must retain factory ends).
9. DOORS- Must be chained, wired, OR welded. No full welded seams EXCEPT DRIVER DOOR. All others must be 5” on 5 off.
10. DRIVER COMPARTMENT- One cross bar is allowed behind the seat running door to door - MAX diameter is 6”. Four point roll bars
allowed (with halo bar), not extending to the frame. Cannot touch floor panel – must be inside car (not between door skins). GAS TANK
PROTECTORS ALLOWED (MAX 24” wide). Must come off of seat bar and not attach to any sheetmetal.
11. EXHAUST- Should extend beyond driver’s seat or you may run stacks.
12. FAN BLADES- Must be clutch type with shroud OR electric fan OR no fan at all.
13. FENDERS & INNER- Cutting, folding, or bending is permitted. Six 3/8” bolts in each wheel well opening. Cannot weld inner fenders.
14. HOOD & TRUNK- All hoods can be bolted down with a Max (6) 5/8” bolts, wired, OR chained down – TRUNK LID MUST HAVE 18” HOLE IN
IT. Trunk lids must be wired, bolted with a Max (8) 5/8” bolts, chained, OR welded 5” for every 5”. No hood latches. Hood openings may have
(12) 3/8” bolts.
15. SUSPENSION- Car should be in the 22” range to bottom of bumper. May chain A-arms on Ford and Chevy. May chain rear humps (Max
3/8” chain).
16. BATTERY- May be left under hood or moved to passenger side floor (must be held down by 2 straps and covered with rubber mat). Two
12-volt batteries Max.
17. ENGINE COMPARTMENT – Distributor protectors and engine cradles allowed (must not reinforce any part of car). Must remain 5” from
dash bar (or bar will be cut out).
18. TIRES- Any 15” allowed. (16” only if factory). No split rims. Inner tubes are allowed. Wheel weights must be removed.
19. ANTI-FREEZE- NOT allowed - only clear water. If seen, you will be disqualified. Flush motor block with water.
20. DRIVER DOOR & FRONT PASSENGER DOOR- Must have contrasting number on both doors. NUMBER PLATE MUST BE DISPLAYED
ON ROOF 1’ X 2’. Additional fee will apply if missing plate.
21. ALL CARS MUST BE AT THE TRACK TWO HOURS PRIOR TO SHOW or $5.00 LATE FEE WILL APPLY.
22. All cars will be rigidly inspected. JUDGES DECISION IS FINAL.
23. Drivers must be at least 18 years old and have a valid license. 16 or 17 year-olds with a valid license must have a Minor Release Waiver
signed by a legal guardian. All drivers must fill out an entry form and sign a release waiver.
24. Derby will consist of Heats and a Feature. Number of cars in each heat may vary. Prizes to Heat winners and Feature winners based on
Total Purse entries. All Heat Winners transferring to Feature must run full size car (no compacts).
25. ALL DRUGS AND ALCOHOL ARE PROHIBITED. Any contestant not obeying the rules and regulations will be disqualified.
26. All contestants will have one minute to restart and/or make contact with a live car. NO TRAPPING WILL BE ALLOWED. All drivers must
stay in their cars while on the track. NO SMOKING IN CAR OR ON TRACK.
27. We will stop the event for fire, accident, or safety equipment not being used properly.
28. Safety belts, eye protection, and DOT helmets are required. Long sleeve shirts and pants must be worn. Shorts are not acceptable.
29. Car Registration entry fee admits one car and driver only. Entry fee may vary. There is no limit to the number of cars you enter, but each
car pays the same entry fee. Same car may be registered for more than one heat. Entry fees are NON-refundable.
30. Any cars not removed by 6:00 AM the next day are property of promoter or fair.
31. JUDGES DECISION IS FINAL - WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL ENTRIES. Rules are subject to change without
notice. Revised 1/02/12
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