2008 Mountain Speedway Rulebook

THE MANAGEMENT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE OR ALTER ANY RULE OR RULES IF THEY FEEL IT IS NECESSARY AND TO REFUSE ANY PROTEST.

THE INTERPRETATION AND INVOKING OF THE RULES PUBLISHED HEREIN SHALL BE DETERMINED BY SPEEDWAY OFFICIALS ONLY IN THEIR PROFESSIONAL DISCRETION

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 EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF SAFETY SHALL RESULT FORM PUBLICATIONS 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 minor deviation from any of the specifications herein or impose any further restrictions that in his opinion do not alter the minimum acceptable requirements and make for equal competitive racing. 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 race director. His decision is final.

1. All competitors shall be subject to the rules and regulations of Mountain Speedway as stated or amended.

2. Drivers and owners must have a pit license; everyone else must have a season or a one-night pit pass. No one under the age of 12 is permitted into the pit area. Persons between the ages of 12 and 18 must have a signed release form with parent or guardian signature.

3. Everyone entering the pit area will be considered, for all intents and purposes, a participant in the night's racing event. Participants will be fined a sum of $250.00 and suspended for two weeks, for the following behavior:

A. Abuse of any kind directed against Mountain Speedway officials. This will include, but are not limited to, verbal abuse in any form, any type of physical assault, or disregarding instructions from speedway officials.

B. Abuse of any kind, or acts directed against employees of Mountain Speedway, patrons, or other participants in that night's event. Fines imposed for any form of assault upon another individual in the pit area, after being collected from the person at fault, will be split between the speedway and the victim. Anyone entering the pit area of another participant will be automatically considered at fault in such situations. If retaliatory action takes place both parties will be considered at fault and fined. In all cases, the parties at fault will be subject to arrest and prosecution by local law enforcement officials.

C. Entering restricted areas of the racetrack. These areas include, but are not limited to, the entrance to the racing surface in turn two and exit area in turn one, both towers during a racing event, the flag stand, the tech area, and the entire racing surface.

D. Distraction or verbal abuse of corner flag men, safety workers, or tow truck drivers during a racing event.

E. Operating any race car at an unsafe speed in the pit area. All cars in pit area must be driven at 15 mph or less at all times. Absolutely no burn outs or temper tantrums. No excuses will be tolerated at any time for this type of behavior.

Along with imposing fines for the aforementioned behavior, the race director may revoke the pit privileges of such individuals at any time. Any competitor who has his or her license revoked will also forfeit any rented pit pads. Money for pit pads will only be returned in a pro-rated amount if pit pads are resold by track management to another competitor. Any of the above actions will also result in immediate disqualification of the car or cars involved by the race director. Any car disqualified will be considered absent from the event for handicapping purposes. All fines must be paid in full before pit privileges are re-instated.

4. Any party who willfully or maliciously uses a race car on the track or in the pit area to injure, destroy or damage another person or personal property will be disqualified, suspended, and/or fined and may be subject to arrest.

5. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited anywhere on the Mountain Speedway grounds until minimum 15 minutes after the last event. Obviously, the use or possession of any illegal controlled substances is also prohibited. Violators are subject to disqualification, suspension, and/or fine. Driver is responsible for all persons with the racecar. Drivers may be subject to drug or sobriety testing if deemed necessary by racetrack officials. The threshold for driving under the influence of intoxicants will be set forth by the DUI laws of Pennsylvania. Any visibly intoxicated individual will not be allowed to compete and will be removed from the pit area.

6. All cars are subject to technical inspection as deemed suitable by the race director. The race director's decision is final regarding the safety and legality of all racecars.

7. No equipment shall be considered approved simply because it passed through inspection unobserved.
8. All weights, percentages and measurements are after race with driver in car. Mountain Speedway scales, gauges, and other measuring devices will be considered the absolute last word in all disputes.
9. Any time you are disqualified you will receive no points or money unless otherwise specified
10. 20 cars will start in all point races.
11. The dumping of any fluids or tires will result in fines and suspension.
12. If one driver brings more than one car he will pay an additional entrance fee as if there was no pit license or pass.
13. A driver can borrow a car if his own car is present and had been disabled. Car must be legal in said class.

14. The use of any traction control devices, electronic or mechanical, is not permitted at Mountain Speedway. Ignition boxes or other associated parts may be confiscated from any racecar at any time by race officials and may be impounded for inspection. These parts will be seized if found to be in violation. Violators will lose all accumulated points, any money from that event, and will be subject to a fine of not less than five hundred dollars along with a suspension of not less than four weeks. This rule will also apply to any production systems, which may exist in stock form in the thriller or enduro divisions. These systems must be completely removed from all such cars.

15. The use of any tire softening agents or other performance enhancing tire treatments is strictly forbidden. Tires are subject to testing before, during, or after an event and any evidence of such use will result in disqualification along with the loss of points for the entire event. Fines and suspension will also be imposed. In all cases, sample tires from the tire truck will be used as a standard and those tires showing distinct evidence of chemical treatments will be considered illegal and sufficient reason for disqualification. Racetrack officials for further testing may impound suspicious tires.

16. All racecars must be easily identified with a number on each door, the roof, and the upper right hand corner of the windshield (except Modifieds). Similarly painted cars such as team cars must be numbered differently for identification purposes. In this situation, the same number with a different letter is not acceptable. No two racecars in any division will have the same car number/letter combination.

17. Drivers are solely responsible for reporting driver changes. If a driver change is not reported to the officials before the event is staged, the car or cars involved will not be allowed to start the event. All driver changes are governed by procedural rule #10. If non-reported driver change is discovered during or after an event the car or cars in question will immediately be disqualified and the driver, or drivers involved will be subject to a fine not less than two hundred fifty dollars and a two-event suspension.

18. PROTESTS: Visual protests by competitors may be brought to the attention of the race director and do not require a protest fee. Visual protests must be made prior to the start of the event and be in writing, signed by driver/owner, and submitted to proper officials. All other protests must be filed within five (5) minutes of the completion (checkered flag) of the event in which the car to be protested has competed. Only drivers and car owners entered in the same event as the car protested may lodge a protest. Protest will be in writing and specify item to be protested, signed by legal person submitting protest, accompanied by correct amount in cash. Inspection fee of cash only will be charged to competitors who protest another competitor’s engine. All protested cars will be inspected in the tech area following all regular racing events and scheduled track activities. Protested cars must remain in tech area from time of protest until completion of protest inspection. Only person submitting protest may inspect item or items under protest along with track officials. Any competitor refusing inspection will be automatically disqualified. Protested competitor will be responsible for removal of protested items for inspection. All items under protest that are unable to be removed for proper inspection will be considered to be illegal. All illegal parts may be confiscated by track officials.

E. Removal of intake manifold for inspection and/or inspection of camshaft and lifters = $150

F. Removal of intake manifold and one cylinder head including disassembly of cylinder head for inspection of all associated parts including camshaft = $250

G. Complete engine teardown ( intake manifold, one cylinder head, oil pan, connecting rod and piston, valve lifters, camshaft, and inspection of all associated parts ) = $500

If after inspection, the item or items in question are found illegal, all money will be returned and the competitor with the illegal item or items will be disqualified. If protested item or items are found to be legal, the protested competitor will receive the protest money.

19. In case of a low car count in any certain division, the purse may be adjusted accordingly.

(printer-friendly Procedural Rules)
1. All cars must be signed in at the pit entrance to be placed in heat races. All cars will be assigned starting positions according to handicap. Any car arriving less than thirty (30) minutes before the scheduled starting time will automatically start at the rear of the heat regardless of handicap.

2. Any car unable to make its assigned heat will be placed directly into the consolation race.

3. All cars participating in an event will assemble in the staging area during the preceding event and enter the track at the signal of the race director. All cars will stop in their starting positions at the start-finish line. At the starter's signal, the field will begin its pace lap. The turn two pit gate attendant will regulate entry to the track after the start of the pace lap. You must come to a complete stop at the turn two entrance and wait for the flagman's instructions. Failure to obey will result in disqualification.

There will be NO COURTESY LAPS for pitting or flat tires. With this and the interest of safety you will be allowed to enter the track after the field has taken the green flag and fall in the back of the pack as they pass the turn two-pit gate. You will not be considered a lap down. The turn two flagman will determine if your car is able to enter and when it is too late to enter. This is the only time you may enter track under green flag conditions.

4. Turn two is the ONLY entrance to the racetrack. ANY CAR DISOBEYING THE TURN TWO PIT GATE ATTENDANT'S STOP SIGNAL OR ENTERING THE TRACK FROM TURN ONE WILL BE IMMEDIATELY DISQUALIFIED.

5. There will be no driving the wrong way on the racing surface unless instructed to do so by an official. Driving the wrong way on the speedway will result in immediate disqualification. (this includes victory lane celebration laps)

6. All starts will be signaled by the starter. Prior to a start the pace car will leave the raceway on the backstretch and the yellow raceway traffic lights will go out. Be ready to go racing! All original starts will be controlled by the driver of the pole car, who may accelerate only after passing the white line in turn four. If the outside pole man goes before the pole man, the green will be displayed, but the yellow will come out by the backstretch. (NOTE: When a yellow is displayed immediately after a start, maintain a reasonable tempo until cars can be safely brought under control. Resist the temptation to drastically reduce your speed--remember there are people racing behind you!) The outside pole driver jumping the start will be warned the first time and sent to the rear for the second offense.

ORIGINAL STARTS: All original starts will be double file. The field will receive the green flag at the white line in turn four. Do not start to pass until you pass the start/finish line. If you break from line, you will be set back two spots for each car you pass.

RESTARTS: Restart lineups will revert to the last completed lap. Restarts will be double file for initial start. All subsequent restarts may be single file. Single file restarts will require cars to be NOSE-TO-TAIL, in line. On all restarts racing begins at the drop of the green. Any car obtaining an advantage on a single-file restart by being out of line may be disqualified or sent to the rear of the field. Restart penalties will be assessed on the next restart lineup. If the race ends without another yellow, the penalties will be assessed on the final order of finish.

7. A race may be stopped at the discretion of the race director or starter if they consider it dangerous or unsafe to continue.

8. The feature race shall run the full distance, if possible to run. The race director and starter may shorten any race if it becomes impossible to run or if in the best interest of the program it should not be continued. Feature races must complete at least half the distance to be official. Time limits can be enforced at any time by the race director and will equal 1 and 1/2 minutes per lap per event. EX; 20 lap race = 30 minute time limit.

9. If a race meet is halted due to rain or other adverse conditions, prize money for all events run will be paid. If all heats for a division have been run AND the promoters do NOT issue rain check, feature(s) will be run as a part of a subsequent event. If rain checks are issued only events run will be paid.

10. Once an event has received a green flag, no other cars may join the field or be substituted (with the exception of proc. Rule # 3). No driver changes permitted after an event has received a green flag. Driver changes between events are permitted, but will result in the following: a) second car driven will start last in the next event, and b) first car driven will be scratched and must be re-qualified for the feature. In all cases-drivers, not cars, will be handicapped using a 3-week point average with maximum points awarded for races missed.

11. DECISIONS OF TRACK OFFICIALS REGARDING RACE PROCEDURES OR SCORING SHALL BE CONSIDERED FINAL.

12. When a race is halted for any reason, drivers must remain in their cars in order to restart the event as quickly as possible, Any driver leaving or working on a car on the racetrack will be sent to the rear. Any crewmembers leaving the pit area and entering the racing surface during an event will cause that car's immediate disqualification from the event.

13. Any car entering the pits during an event must use the turn one gate only and if it returns to the field will restart at the rear. Enter pits only under yellow. Re-entry to the track must be done through the turn two entrance. Any car being black-flagged for the second time with the same problem will be removed from the event.

The second turn pit gate attendant may refuse entry/re-entry to the track to any car visibly unfit to compete, i.e. leaking fluids, loose body panels, etc. The attendant shall notify the driver of the problem and assist his safe return to the pit area.

Once the track is under green, the second turn gate will close and no car may re-enter the raceway until a yellow flag is thrown (with the exception of Procedure Rule #3).

Any car two or more laps behind the leader in heat races (four or more laps in features) will not be permitted to rejoin the field. Lapped cars two or more laps behind the leader who impede or interfere with cars racing on the lead lap may be black flagged and removed from the event at the discretion of the starter.

Lap cars will move to the inside lane and stay out of the way of passing cars. If a lap car fails to listen to move over flag or gets passed on the inside, they will be black flagged out of race. They will receive last place points and money for the amount of cars that were on the track at the time of the black flag. If a lap car causes an accident, they will be disqualified and receive no points or money.

14. No laps will be given for competitors returning to the pits for tire changes or repairs.

15. Any driver who causes a yellow three times (or 2 times by himself) in an event will be removed from the event (any driver who intentionally causes a yellow may be disqualified) at the discretion of the starter or race director.

16. Any car that is leaking anti-freeze (not permitted in any racecar) on the racetrack will be disqualified for the night (no point-no money) and the owner fined $35.00.

17. TOP FIVE Feature event finishers (other amounts and events as directed by track officials) must report directly to the scale after exiting the track. Failure to do so will result in disqualification. All weights will be checked with driver in the car. Any parts of the racecar initially on the car at the start of the event and lost during competition may be added at the scale if they can be retrieved by track staff.

18. Any competitor holding up the show for any reason will be immediately disqualified. Any car stopping on the racetrack at any time for any reason will be sent to the rear. If this occurs a second time the car will be removed from the event. Decisions on track position will be final and are determined solely be the transponder system. Drivers are not allowed to discuss or debate positioning or any other calls with racetrack flag men or other officials while an event is in progress.

19. All cars making contact in an accident will be placed in rear. Any other cars not in the same call at another section of the track or spinning to avoid without contact will resume the race in the prior position. The race director will determine this call.

20. ROUGH RIDING WILL NOT BE TOLERATED. You will receive ONE warning. After that you will be sent to the rear or black-flagged. Any car black-flagged for rough riding will receive no points for that event. If it is a feature - no points, no money and will receive maximum handicap points for that event. Hitting after the yellow/checkered included. The fine will go to the victim of the offense to pay for damages incurred. A board of officials will determine the penalty invoked. Any intentional hitting anywhere or anytime will result in a fine of no less than five hundred dollars and up to a calendar year suspension. Violators will face prosecution on applicable charges. Defective equipment (i.e. faulty brakes, stuck throttle, etc.) will be the responsibility of the driver and under no circumstance will be accepted as an excuse for the incident.

GREEN FLAG: The track is clear for racing--the event has officially started (or restarted). If held in a rolled position, you will be going green the next time around.

YELLOW FLAG: The most important flag, simply means SLOW DOWN, stay in line, no passing, and keep your eyes open for an accident, stalled car, debris, or anything else dangerous to you, fellow competitors, or spectators. You must get into single file for safety and line up purposes until told by officials to double up if so needed. Anyone not abiding by this rule will be sent to the back for the next re-start.

There are corner men, traffic lights, plus the starter who will be showing a yellow flag or light to warn you of impending danger. Anyone racing under the yellow will receive the following penalty:

3RD TIME: Disqualified from the event, the rest of the night, and a week suspension and possible fine from raceway management.

RED FLAG: Simply means stop as quickly and safely as possible, there has been a bad crash and possible driver injury. All corner men have red flags and there are three traffic lights to warn you of a red flag condition. CARS ENTERING THE PITS UNDER RED FLAG CONDITIONS WILL BE DISQUALIFIED FROM THE EVENT. Under the red flag the only movement permitted will be at the direction of track officials. Move only to the extent of their direction as safety vehicles may be operating on the raceway. When the emergency situation is cleared, cars will be signaled to move by yellow flag or yellow traffic lights. At this time, proceed with caution to the start/finish line for realignment or to the pits for repairs. Failure to stop within a reasonable distance or movement under the red will result in the following penalties:

1ST TIME: Verbal warning by track official (those entering the pits will be disqualified from the event).

3RD TIME: Disqualified from the event, the rest of the night, and a week suspension and possible fine from raceway management.

PASSING FLAG: (blue with yellow diagonal stripe) This is a passing or move over flag, given to slower or lapped cars. It means move to the INSIDE of the track, keep out of the racing groove, and maintain your speed. Failing to obey this flag will result in the following penalties:

1ST TIME: Verbal warning by starter (NOTE: Since it is impossible for the starter to give you a verbal warning while the race is going on, if you are totally disobeying the passing flag, you will be black flagged at his discretion--see black flag).

3RD TIME: Disqualified from the event, the rest of the night, and a week suspension and possible fine from raceway management.

BLACK FLAG: You have been disqualified from the event for a rule infraction, or a safety hazard exists (smoking, leaking, mechanical problem, etc.) with your racecar. PULL INTO THE INFIELD IMMEDIATELY. You will receive the black flag two (2) times along with the chalkboard with your car number on it. If you do not pull off after two laps, you will no longer be scored or a yellow may be brought out to remove you from the event. If a yellow is required, you are disqualified for the night, for a first offense.

2ND TIME: Disqualified for the night and a week suspension and possible fine from raceway management.

CHECKERED FLAG: Finish of event. At the completion of an event, maintain reasonable speed into the first turn. Remember, there are people racing behind you.

Mountain Speedway may make Additions/changes to these rules as deemed necessary.

1. All cars will be safety inspected prior to being allowed onto the track by the Tech inspector or a qualified official. You must have an inspection sticker on your car at all times.

2. All cars will have a suitable 2lb fire extinguisher, gauge type within the driver’s reach with a quick release or a fire system.

3. All cars will have a fuel shut-off valve within reach of both sides of the car clearly marked “FUEL – ON/OFF” highlighted in orange.

4. All cars will have a battery shut off switch within reach of both sides of car, clearly marked “POWER – ON/OFF” highlighted in orange or any bright color.

5. All cars will have 2 drive shaft safety loops in both the front and the rear.

6. All weights added to cars will be within the wheelbase, welded or bolted using 3/8” grade 8 bolts, washers, and lock nuts. Added weight must be painted white with the car number.

8. Tow hooks on the end of each frame rail are mandatory. If your car has a robber nose or tail two cables each must be accessible through slots in the bumper both front and back. If your car does not comply with this rule, the track crew may push to the infield so as to not hold up the show.

9. All closed-fender divisions must have at least a 1990 Snell approved helmet or newer. Open wheel divisions must be 1995 or newer. A full-face shield or goggles are mandatory. Full-face helmets are recommended.

All divisions must have a SFI approved fire retardant suit in good condition (no holes, rips, or patches). Head sock, gloves, underwear, shoes, horse-collars are highly recommended.

12. Any fuel line or wire going through panels will be sufficiently grommeted. If fuel lines or wires come within 2” of any exhaust piping it must be shielded.

13. Approved fuel cells only. A minimum of 1 ½” bar shall be positioned behind all fuel cells in a manner to ward off punctures in case of accident.

15. All cars must have an approved aluminum, racing seat with a built-in headrest.

16. All safety belts will be securely fastened to the frame or cage with a minimum 3/8” grade 8 bolt. Shoulder belts shall come over a bar at shoulder height. All belts will share one common lever-type release. All safety belts will be no older the 5 years (3 years old for Modifieds). Belts with no date or are in questionable condition will not be allowed.

17. All cars will have an approved driver-side window net that is 18” by 24” secured to the roll-cage that drops down when released.

18. Any item covered and not covered in the above rules considered falling under the rules of safety may or may not be given a grace period to repair in order to race that given day. This will be entirely up to the Tech inspector.

Some of the items in this section are defined in more detail in your divisional rules.

NOTE: Please make certain you read and understand all safety rules. Any questions please ask.

1. The scanner system will make the driver aware of track flags, line-ups, and hazards through one-way communication between the track Race Director, the Transponder Operator, and the driver in the hopes of speeding up the show by providing correct driver information.

2. Scanners are mandatory in all classes with the exception of the Modifieds. No radio communication will be allowed. Modifieds may use driver/crew two-way communication. If you are caught using two-way communication in any other class, the first offense will result in loss of points/money for that day and disqualification.

5. If your radio fails to operate, rentals will be available at the track office at a cost of $10.00 per day (a deposit is required) and earplugs will only be for sale for health reasons.

6. Different verbal tests will be given and spot checks throughout the season at any given time to ensure your scanner is working properly. If you fail, you will be sent to the pits to check your scanner and lose your track position.

7. Any time you are in your car with your helmet on you must have the scanner on.

11. Anyone not obeying the track scanner operators’ commands will be black-flagged from the race.

2. 358 CID 23 degree steel or aluminum head cars will be allowed 56% left side weight. All others will be 55% left side weight.

3. Dart Iron Eagle 180 and Dart Iron Eagle 200 cast iron 23-degree heads in unported form will be allowed in addition to approved R.o.C. heads. All cars using these heads will weight the same as those using ported bowtie heads.

5. Carburetor rules will be strictly enforced. Carburetors may be checked at random at any time.

Stock and Fab clip

printer-friendly Late Model Rules only

1. Chevrolet, Ford, or Mopar V-8 engines allowed with a maximum displacement of 360 cubic inches and a maximum compression ratio of 12 to 1.

7. Cylinder head casting may be machined ¼” from bottom of seat angle. All machining must be concentric to valve guide center.

1. Any cast iron or cast aluminum OEM or aftermarket production manifold permitted.

2. Wet sump system must be used on stock clip cars and may be used on fab clip cars.

1. Mechanically driven capacitive discharge or magneto type ignition is allowed.

2. Any modifications allowed, but must maintain base plate bore size of 1 11/16” on stock clip cars.

2. Only two paper gaskets (1 per side) of a maximum thickness of .065” is permitted.

2. Crate engines must not be altered in any way. Factory seals must remain intact. Crate engines must use Holley carburetor model 4150 650 cfm part number 80541-1.

3. Former Mountain Speedway Pro Stock and Riverhead Charger cars are allowed to run a Holley carburetor Model 4150 650 cfm carburetor.

1. Single disk clutch and pressure plate or small diameter multi-disk type racing clutch allowed.

2. Blow-proof bell housing required on manual transmissions without self-contained blow-proof clutch.

5. Maximum 82” track width outside to outside tire at “0” toe/hub center height.

6. Must have no more than 2” offset measured from center of rear to outside of tire.

1. Stock clip must not be altered in any way except for upper control arm mounts.

2. Stock clip must remain from front of steering box to firewall. Cross member may not be altered in any way except for minimum fuel pump and oil pan cut out allowances.

3. Lower "A" frame must remain stock for year, make and model of clip used. Stock mounts must be used.

4. Frame side rails may be fabricated, minimum .120 wall steel and 12" maximum offset.

7. Maximum 82" track width outside to outside tire at "0" toe/hub center height.

8. Must have no more then 2" offset measured from center of rear to outside of tire.

1. All cars must be 2900 pounds, 57% left side, no rear weight percentage, after race, with driver. No allowance for fuel.

4. The carburetor air cleaner must be under the hood, no ram air tubes, or ducting allowed.

1. Rear spoilers are allowed but must not be higher than 6” for lexan, or 5” for non-lexan.

2. The rear spoiler must not exceed 61” in linear measurement with no lips or air dams.

2. All cars must have 2 steel cables in front and 2 steel cables in back for towing purposes. May cut slit in bumper to tuck straps in until needed. Must be strong enough to hold weight of car.

1. Stock clip cars must have a minimum roof height of 42” measured 12” back from front window opening, with driver in car.

2. Fab clip cars must have a minimum roof height of 45” measured 12” back from front window opening, with driver in car.

3. Rear of car must maintain a maximum of no more than 40” to the top of rear spoiler.

5. Fuel cell must be protected between rear bumper and rear of fuel cell by minimum of 1 ½” .095 round tubing or equivalent upon approval of tech inspector.

6. Approved fuel cell with an inner bladder and foam mandatory. Maximum 22 gallon. Ground clearance to bottom of fuel cell minimum 10”.

1. Roll cage must be constructed of no less than 1 ½” OD X .095 wall steel tubing.

4. No square tubing, channel or angle iron will be permitted in the construction of the roll cage.

5. Roll cage must have two hoops, one at the front of the drivers’ compartment, and one behind the drivers’ compartment.

6. Hoops must be connected by one bar at each side of the top, four bars on the left side, and three bars on the right side. Left door bars must be curved out into the door.

7. Threaded pipe, pipe couplers, lap welded pipe, magnesium, or aluminum will not be permitted.

3. All bodies must utilize a full factory stock steel hood, steel roof, and steel trunk lid. All three pieces must be from the same year, make, and model vehicle. Internal support structure may be removed but all factory window channels and drip edges must remain intact on roof panels. Internal support structure only may be removed from hood and trunk lid. Perimeter edges on side of hood may not be removed. Factory front and rear roof pillars must remain stock to top of front fender and top of rear quarter panels.

4. Body sides including front fenders, doors, and rear quarter panels may be fabricated using minimum 22 gauge steel but must retain original factory appearance and body liner. Body sides may not be any lower than original rocker panels. Doors must be welded or bolted shut. All sheet metal must maintain 5 inch ground clearance.

5. Gutting of bodies allowed. All flammable material must be removed along with all glass, chrome, and plastic.

6. All cars must have full stock front firewall, in the original location of chassis being used. Stock floor pan must be maintained to rear of driver’s seat, across entire width of interior. All holes in front and rear firewall, and floor pan, must be covered with minimum 22 gauge steel. Rear firewall MUST be steel.

7. Aftermarket stock appearing rubber nose and tail pieces may be used, but must match body being used. All cars using rubber or plastic nose and/or tail piece, must have (2) steel cables in both the front and rear for towing purposes. Cables MUST be strong enough to support weight of vehicle. Slits may be cut in nose and tail piece, so cables may be tucked in, until needed.

8. Cars must have complete wire screen or lexan windshield, supported inside at center by (3) vertical steel bars, minimum 1 inch by 1/8 inch, not less than 4 inches apart. No part of the front windshield opening or rear window opening may be obstructed. NO rear windshields.

9. Hood scoops allowed up to 4 inch maximum height, measured at any point. Hood scoops may be aftermarket or factory items. Single hood scoop only. Opening may face forward or be located at rear of hood.

10. Maximum 6 inch height, clear lexan spoilers allowed. No lettering on lexan spoilers. No side pieces allowed on lexan spoilers. May use factory OEM spoiler for body being used. Maximum 4 inch tall aluminum or steel spoilers with no side pieces are also permitted. One spoiler only allowed and must attach to rear of trunk lid.

1. All cars may replace frame rail from centerline of rear axle, to rear bumper mounts, utilizing 2 x 3 inch box tubing. Coil spring cars must retain original cross member and spring mount location. Uni-body cars must connect front and rear sub frames with minimum 2 x 3 inch box tubing. Uni-body leaf spring cars may replace rear frame rails entirely with 2 x 3 inch box tubing and may connect to rear of original unaltered front sub frame.

2. All cars must retain minimum of 5 inch ride height at all times, with driver buckled in seat.

4. The rear shackle attaching points must be within factory tolerances of stock location.

8. Front lower control arms, spindles, steering components, and sway bar-must be from make and model of chassis being used. All suspension components must remain stock unaltered.

9. All suspension components (except otherwise noted) must mount in stock location for year, make, and model of chassis being used. Front upper and lower control arm mounting points on frame, may NOT be altered or relocated in any way. Gussets may be added to suspension pieces for strengthening purposes only.

10. Shocks may be mounted in any location. Only steel shocks permitted, one per wheel, with a maximum cost of $100 dollars per shock.

12. Stock type steel springs only although spring rates may be altered. Springs must be in stock location.

13. Aftermarket steel tubular upper control arms are permitted but they must mount to stock frame mounts without modifications. Control arms must bolt directly to factory mounting holes and retain factory type ball joint. No screw in ball joints.

18. Rear upper and lower control arms must be for year, make, and model of chassis being used.

1. Minimum 1 ½” x .120” or 1 ¾” x .095” round steel seamless (or DOM) tubing recommended.

2. All cars are required to have a rear vertical hoop behind and above the drivers’ head connected to left and right front roll bar legs by a roof hoop.

3. The front roll bar legs must follow the contour of the windshield post and cowl.

4. Maximum distance from the windshield to the rear of roll bar should be no more than 4 inches.

5. A diagonal bar from the top left to the bottom right must support the rear vertical hoop. 6. A roll bar must connect the left and right of the rear vertical hoop at seat height and across the floor pan at the bottom.

7. An additional bar must be installed at dashboard level, extended from the left front roll bar leg to the right front roll bar leg.

8. A minimum of three door bars on the left side and 2 door bars on the right side must be used. Door bars must be convex in shape and extend into the door panels. Door bars must be attached to each other and the frame with vertical bars.

9. Minimum 1/8” x 1 ½” gussets must be welded into all main cage joints and driver’s door bars.

11. Minimum 1” diameter steel tubing welded directly into the cage must support driver’s seat. 3” lap belts and 3” shoulder harnesses are mandatory. Crotch belts are recommended. All belts and harnesses must be securely fastened to the cage (harnesses must be attached below shoulder level).

12. All belts must be dated and no more than 5 years old. All belts must be un-frayed and in good appearance. Roll bars in the drivers’ area must be padded.

14. A radiator hoop may be utilized in front of the cage with a maximum of 2 upright supports.

15. Rear cage supports may extend to the rear of the frame, no uprights allowed. All main hoops must attach to the original frame.

2. The top of the rub rail is to be no higher than the top of the tires, and no lower than hub center height.

3. Rub rails must be made of tubing maximum 1 ¾” O.D. and will be 2” maximum to the inside of the rail to body.

6. Bumpers must be securely safety chained to each frame rail to prevent them from dropping onto the raceway.

7. A flat piece of metal must be welded or bolted from the outside edge of bumper flush to rear quarter panel and front fender if not using rubber nose.

3. Coil spring cars may have a maximum of 57% left side weight. Leaf spring cars may have a maximum of 56% left side weight.

4. Leaf spring cars may have a maximum of 48% rear weight. No rear percentage limit on any coil spring cars.

6. May install rear disc brakes utilizing stock parts and an aftermarket bracket.

7. Chevy engines must have a maximum stroke of 3.480 and a maximum bore of 4.060.

8. Maximum displacement of 360 cubic inches (+.030 overbore on Mopar) on all engines. 9. Edelbrock Performer PN# 2101 or 2116 and unaltered Holley R4412, 500 cfm, carburetor mounted on a 1” adapter plate. *Check with tech inspector for part # of intake manifold for different manufactured engines*

10. Mechanical throttle linkage with toe strap and double throttle return springs required.

11. Stock production, cast iron heads (no bow tie or bowtie vortec heads). World Product #4266 and #4267 for Chevy and World Products #5303B for Fords are allowed (part numbers must be visible).

14. Stock dimension magnetic flat tappet lifters or hydraulic roller lifters for engine used mandatory. If hydraulic roller lifters are being used, the valve springs may not exceed 1.260 inches in diameter. Retro-fit hydraulic roller lifters are permitted.

15. Roller rockers allowed, no shaft style rockers (unless factory issued) or stud girdles.

19. Stock type steel flywheel, clutch, and pressure plate ONLY. Minimum weight of flywheel will be 15 pounds. Minimum weight of pressure plate will be 13 pounds. Minimum weight of clutch disc will be 3 pounds.

21. Automatic transmissions must use working stock torque converter only. Must be minimum of 12 inches in diameter.

24. All cars must have 2 Dynomax #24222 mufflers. System must be securely fastened and leak free.

26. All cars must carry a securely fastened and leak-proof 1-gallon overflow tank. NO ANTI-FREEZE!

27. GM #602 Crate engine will be permitted with box stock #4412 2 barrel Holley carb. Crate motors are subject to tech inspection, regardless of seals.

3. Fuel shut off valve must be in plain view and within drivers reach, painted fluorescent red or orange and clearly marked “ON” and “OFF”.

1. Battery may be located in the drivers’ compartment and enclosed in a spill-proof container securely fastened to the floor.

3. Battery shut off switch is mandatory. MUST BE IN PLAIN VIEW, painted fluorescent yellow or orange and clearly marked “ON” and “OFF”.

2. Drive shaft should be painted white or yellow for visibility if lost on racetrack.

3. All cars must use a steel retaining hoop at the front and the rear of drive shaft.

1. No rear view mirrors, radios, or any other form of driver/crew communication.

2. Driver MUST monitor one way track scanner and obey and respond to race director’s instructions.

The intent of this class is to provide the entry level or novice racer with the opportunity to compete and develop skills which may be used to move up to a higher racing class. Any driver who demonstrates a level of talent and ability beyond the intent of the class will be subject to additional restrictions, described in detail, in the rulebook. The rulebook addresses the only permitted deviations from stock allowed. Any item not specifically addressed, must remain stock and unaltered. No part may be modified, moved, or altered in any way unless specifically allowed in the rulebook.

5. Stock manufactured bodies only. Internal support structure must remain intact on doors, fenders, quarter panels, hoods, roofs, and trunk lids. Inner body may be gutted only where roll cage will protrude into doors. Full stock floor pan required. Full trunk floor including wheel wells, is required. Front wheel wells may be removed but front fenders must remain stock and unaltered. Front and rear firewall shall remain stock with all flammable material removed and all holes covered with sheet metal. Stock or aftermarket rubber or plastic nose may be used if for year, make and model. No hood scoops, spoilers, air dams, skirts, or ground effects permitted. All glass, chrome, and taillights must be removed. Doors must be welded or bolted shut.

6. Cars must have a wire screen or lexan windshield supported inside at center by (3) vertical steel bars minimum 1 inch by 1/8 inch, not less than 4 inches apart. No other windows permitted. No part of front or rear windshield opening may be obstructed.

7. All cars must maintain a 6 inch frame height at all times with driver buckled in seat.

2. Any add-on weight must be an integral part of the car and must be within the wheelbase.

3. Maximum of 56% left side and no rear weight rule for coil spring cars except for coil spring Camaros and Firebirds which may have a maximum of 54% left side weight and 47% rear weight. All leaf spring Camaros and Firebirds may have a maximum of 55% left side weight and 47% rear weight.

1. Minimum 1 ½” X .120” or 1 ¾” X .095” round steel seamless (or DOM) tubing recommended.

2. All cars are required to have a rear vertical hoop behind and above the drivers’ head, connected to the left and right front roll bar legs by a roof hoop.

3. The front roll bar legs must follow the contour of the windshield post and cowl.

4. Maximum distance from the windshield to the rear of the roll bar should be no more then 4”.

5. A diagonal bar from the top left to the bottom right must support the vertical rear hoop.

6. A roll bar must connect the left and right of the rear vertical hoop at seat height and across the floor pan at the bottom.

7. An additional bar must be installed at dashboard level, extended from the left front roll bar leg to the right front roll bar leg.

8. Roll cage must be full perimeter, no offsetting of cages.
9. A minimum of three door bars on the left side and two door bars on the right side must be used.

11. Door bars must be attached to each other and the frame with vertical bars. Minimum of 1/8” X 1” gussets must be welded into all main cage joints and drivers’ door bars.
12. Minimum 1” diameter steel tubing welded directly to the cage must support the drivers’ seat. RACING SEAT MANDATORY.

15. All belts and harnesses must be securely fastened to the cage (harness must be attached below shoulder lever).

19. A radiator hoop may be utilized in the front of the cage with upright supports.

2. The top edge of the rub rail is to be no higher than the top of the tire, and no lower than the hub center height.

3. Rub rails must be made out of round tubing max. 1 ¾” O.D. and will be tight from the inside of rail to the body.

7. Bumpers must be securely safety chained to each frame rail to prevent them from dropping onto the raceway.

8. A flat piece of metal must be welded or bolted from outside edge of bumper flush to rear quarter panel and front fender if not using a rubber nose.

11. Ends of bumpers must be turned in and sheet metal must be flush to the body to prevent hooking.

SUSPENSION

2. Suspension components must be stock to the year, make and model of car being used, with the exception of the sway bar links. They may be all thread or fastened any other way to top of lower A arm.

5. Stock mount non-adjustable racing shocks permitted. Only one shock per wheel.

7. Springs must remain stock type and be mounted in stock location. Spring rates may be altered. All cars must maintain a 6" ground clearance at all times, measured from lowest part of frame.

8. Up to 1" Factory rubber spring spacer allowed on top of springs. If used, must be on both sides and be same size.

12. All cars must use a retaining hoop at the front and rear of the drive shaft.

13. Drive shaft must be painted white or yellow for visibility if lost on the track.

1. Engine must match manufacturer of car being used (General Motors in General Motors, Ford in Ford, Mopar in Mopar).

2. All engines will be 358 cubic inch maximum with a stock stroke and a stock bore (+.040 maximum).

4. Unaltered OEM cast iron 2 or 4 bbl intake manifold only. No marine or bowtie manifolds permitted.

5. Stock unaltered cast iron production cylinder heads only. (No angle plugs or Vortec heads).

6. Stock OEM crankshaft, connecting rods, and stock type replacement pistons only.

8. Aftermarket oil pan, valve covers, and timing cover allowed.
9. Box stock Holley 4412 on Mr Gasket adapter plate part # 1937 (2 barrel manifold) or part number 1929 (4 barrel manifold) allowed.

10. Hydraulic camshaft and working hydraulic lifters mandatory. Factory type hydraulic roller camshafts permitted. Must use OEM factory hydraulic roller lifters. No retro-fit lifters allowed.

11. Stock stamped steel rocker arms only. Stock rocker ratio must be maintained. No roller or roller tip rocker arms. No stud girdles.

14. Stock unaltered cast iron rear dump exhaust manifolds only. No tubular steel factory headers allowed.

ADDITIONAL RULES

2. Standard transmission cars must use a stock steel flywheel, clutch, and pressure plate and have a blow proof steel bell housing.

3. Automatic transmission cars must have a stock working torque converter. Torque converter must be stock diameter and stock stall speed.

4. Two-inch maximum diameter exhaust and two Dynomax #24200 track mufflers are mandatory on all cars.

6. System must be securely fastened, leak free, and must exit behind the driver.

7. Mechanical throttle linkage with toe strap and double return springs required.

8. Stock type aftermarket aluminum radiator permitted. Radiator must mount in stock location. Transmission coolers must be mounted in engine compartment only.

9. All cars must carry a securely fastened and leak free one-gallon coolant overflow tank. NO ANTIFREEZE PERMITTED!

10. No rear view mirrors, radios, or any other form of driver/crew communication. Driver MUST monitor one way track scanner and obey and respond to race director’s instructions.

11. Any driver who wins five feature events will be issued a carburetor restrictor plate. This restrictor plate will be mandatory on any car used by that driver until the end of the season. If the driver in question wins three additional features, a smaller restrictor plate will be issued along with a reduction in maximum allowed left side weight, by 1%. These restrictions will be required on any car used by that driver, at all times, for the remainder of the season. All restrictions will be removed for the King of the Mountain (final points show) and any non-points events. Installation and removal of restrictor plates must be supervised by a tech inspector. Any modifications or unauthorized removal of restrictor plate, will result in the loss of ALL accumulated points for the year. Restrictor plate(s) shall remain property of Mountain Speedway.

WHEELS AND TIRES

9. Wheels and tires must not extend past fenders and quarter panels on Camaros and Firebirds. Metric and full size cars may trim fenders and quarter panels for tire clearance.

10. Metric and full size cars may use any offset 15 X 7 inch wheel. Must be same offset all around.

2. Fuel cell must be centered between rear drive tires mounted as far forward as possible on trunk floor.

4. Fuel cell shut off valve must be in plain view, within drivers’ reach. Shut off valve must be painted fluorescent RED or ORANGE and must be clearly marked “ON” and “OFF”.

2. Must be enclosed in a spill-proof container securely fastened to the floor behind driver.

4. A battery shut off switch is mandatory and must be in plain view, painted fluorescent ORANGE or YELLOW, and be clearly marked “ON”/”OFF”.

The intent of this class is to provide the entry level racer with the opportunity to compete in a Front Wheel Drive only division, in compact cars similar to many of the domestic and import autos found on the road today. Furthermore, this division will also be known as the “First Win Division”, and provide all participants an opportunity to experience the thrill of competition and victory. This class will also familiarize drivers with the basic rules and race procedures that they can expect in all racing divisions.

The rulebook addresses the only permitted deviations from stock allowed. Any item not specifically addressed, must remain stock and unaltered. No part may be modified, moved, or altered in any way unless specifically allowed in the rulebook. Tech reserves the right to adjust the rules or allow/disallow any part or parts and take steps necessary to even competition.

1. Any domestic or foreign FWD passenger 2 or 4 door car with a maximum wheelbase of 104 inches. No T-tops, sunroofs, convertibles, mini vans, or turbo charged vehicles allowed.

3. All non-metal interior trim must be removed. Dashboard may remain, and can be covered with sheet metal.

4. Bodies must be strictly stock with no excessive gutting of interior sheet metal, except for door bar installation.

7. Full stock floor, trunk floor, firewalls and rear wheel wells must remain intact. Holes may be covered with sheet metal. If fuel cell is mounted in trunk, must have rear firewall made of minimum 22 gauge sheet metal, to separate from drivers compartment.