Post by derbyfreak14 on Mar 4, 2010 17:55:23 GMT -5
2010 team show 5-8-2010
General Rules:
**Each driver will get a pit pass with regstration of car.
**Drivers and any persons in the pit area will have to sign the waiver and release of liability before entering the pit area. . Pit passes must be worn at all times. Mangled Metal Productions is not responsible for lost or stolen articles left unattended before, during, or after the event. If you bring children to the pit, you are responsible for them at all times. This means you will have their names on the waiver that you are required to sign. And they must wear their pit passes at all times also.
**Demolition Derbies are hazardous and a high-risk sport. Mangled Metal Productions is not responsible for injury. flagman must be obeyed. No arguing, fighting, or disobeying. Their say is final.
Any car catching fire 3 times will be disqualified.
Officials have the right to re-inspect a car at any time.
Any car getting rolled will have a chance to restart and compete
**Must have working seat belt on driver’s side!
**Drivers must wear a helmet during the heats and feature .
**Safety glasses are MANDATORY.
**All parts and cars must be removed from the event site following the derby. Or they become the property of Mangled Metal Productions.
Any reckless driving on the facility premises will result in driver being disqualified.
no scrap dealers are alowed to purchase your veicle but ME.
All cars must remain stock unless otherwise noted. If it is not in the rules, it does not mean you can do it. So Don’t
REPORT injuries sustained either by driver or pit crew to me this is your responsibility.
**There will be NO illegal drugs permitted in the pit area or anywhere on the premises. This includes drivers and pit crew.
**You must be 18 years of age to run this derby. 16 or 17 allowed with a signed, notarized parental contest.
All drivers must attend the drivers meeting.
No deliberate driver door hits.
No sandbagging! 1 minute to make aggressive hits
No getting out of the car unless track official or flagman tells you to do so.
THE LAST CAR TO MAKE CONTACT WINS THE SHOW!
OFFICIAL TEAM BUILDING RULES
**CAR TYPE** 1980 and newer 2 or 4 door car,hearse or station wagons is allowed. .78 AND NEWER GM MODELS
**STRIPPING** All outside hardware such as glass, plastic, fiberglass and chrome molding, door handles, mirrors etc must be removed prior to arrival. No broken windows in doors. All flammable materials must be removed such as carpets, upholstery, headliners, and back seats. Cars must be clean and free of loose objects inside and in the trunk area including spare tire, rims and parts. Insulation blanket under the hood must be removed. All items must be removed except for front seat.
**BODY**: Wheel wells may be cut and rolled for tire clearance. 4 bolts in each wheel lip acceptable 3/8 max bolt 1'' washers allowed. Patching rust!! You can patch rusted areas using same thickness as the area your patching. No overlapping of patches. You must prove your rust . Do not exceed the rusted area by more than 2''.
**WEDGING** THERE MUST BE 8 " OF SPACE BETWEEN THE FRAME AND THE TRUNK LID.
**FRAME* Trailer hitches and brackets must be removed. You may notch the frame.. you can tilt the fords, weld frame seams from firewall foreward NO painting or undercoating on frame. PRE RAN CARS!! You may put 4, 3in x 3in plates on cars that have frame damage. If a seam has came apart, you may weld up to 6in. of frame but counts as 1 of the 4 plates allowed
**SUSPENSION:
You may weld the front suspension using flat stock from lower a arm to frame , 3" on frame only one piece per side 3'' wide ¼ thick max size .or use spring spacers for getting bumper height ! … You may swap A- arms of your choice, automotive only allowed. Tie rods may be reinforced. rear springs may be swapped out to a 70's model coil spring. 1" ALL THREAD CAN BE USED FOR SHOCKS.or wire the springs in with 6 strands of#9 max. chrlysler spring pack must remain 100% factory , 4 spring clamps per car
**ENGINE**You may swap motors/transmissions. You may use engine of choice. Mounts at cradle can be welded in. distributor protectors allowed. engine oil coolers allowed .2 chains per car , 8 links total welded to frame
**TRANSMISSION** Coolers are optional may be mounted behind seat. Must use transmission line for coolers. Gas line Will Not be allowed. Floor shifters allowed. burp tube must be installed over the dipstick and routed to the ground to prevent fires Transmission may be secured by chain , # 9 wires or stock mount,crossmember mounts must be within 12" of factory location
**REAR END**
Any 5 bolt rear end ~ spiders can be welded ~ You may lengthen upper control arm for desired pinion angle. Lower control arms can be shortened.. Any drive shaft allowed. you can reinforce the trailing arms.
**ARCH PLATES * 1/4 thick 4"wide 24 "long only 2 per car. it can be welded solid , welded to the outside rear frame rails only, somewhere above the rear axle . keep it flat, contour it to the frame,favor the front or rear of humps. 11" long 1/4 thick x4"wide arch plates on chryslers
-**BUMPERS* Any automotive bumper can be used. SEAM WELDED BUMPERS ALLOWED.You can weld the bumper to the shock, weld the shock to the frame, hardnosing bumpers allowed. #9 wire in 4 places around core support to bumper. 2 strands per hole max.~ welding washers on bumper/ core support for wire is acceptable. Washers are to be no larger than 2 '' diameter You may trim bumper ends~ maximum front and rear bumper height 24 '' and rear bumper a minimum of 16 ''. Measurement will be taken from ground to center of bumper.
IF USING 80 AND NEWER BUMPERS CAN HAVE A 4"WIDE 1/4 THICK PLATE WELDED ON THE OUTER SKIN. OR U CAN WELD A PIECE OF 2"X2" SQUARE TUBING DIRECTLY BEHIND THE FRONT BUMPER FRAME RAIL TO FRAME RAIL.
**ROLL CAGE**One bar mandatory behind driver seat. 8x8x ¼ max plates welded on body for cage. No further back then 12 inches behind door post. DASH BARS AND DOOR BARS ARE OPTIONAL FOR DRIVER SAFETY ONLY. bars can be up to 4 '' max diameter. Roll over bar allowed!!
**BODY MOUNTS** You may change all mounts in the body, max 5/8 size, 3'' washers ¼ thick. Rubbers can be removed and pulled down solid. NO EXTRA MOUNTS !! Bolts are not to travel through bottom of frame Use a good tape measure or bring your torch..
**DOORS** all doors may be welded solid by using 3'' wide max, ¼ thick strap on all door seams. . One ¼ plate not to exceed drivers door by 6 inches, may be welded on drivers door for safety! IF CHOOSING NOT TO WELD unlimited wire can be used on your doors. NUMBERS MUST BE ON A ROOF SIGN . Signs need to be at least 20x20.
**HOODS** Hoods can be bolted together at cut out. 12- 3/8 bolts max.. with 1 '' dia washers . No welding. hood can be secured IN 6 SPOTS. By using 1 inch bolts and 4 ''washers max. if using wire you can weld washers on hood 8 spots ,4 strands per hole . Must have 14 '' hole in center if not using headers. HOODS MUST BE OPEN FOR INSPECTION
**TRUNKS* weld trunk lid solid OUTSIDE ONLY 3"wide x 1/4thick or 8 spots of #9 wire.. not both
0ne inspection hole must be 10" X 10"IN BOTTOM OF TRUNK FLOOR!
**#9 WIRE RULE** You are allowed 8 places max. on hoods, trunks, and tailgates. 4 strand per hole. Welded washers are allowed. Sheet metal to sheet metal only .if you chose not to weld your doors you can have unlimited wire or banding on the doors .wire can go around frame to bottoms of doors.
** TIRE RULE** ANY size, doubled, glued, and screwed tires allowed. Valve stem guards allowed.. No studded tires on rear. . No restriction on tread pattern or tire ply ratings. no wheel weights
**CORE SUPPORT** may be shimmed up with 2X2 square tubing 6” long max 1" ALLTHREAD CAN BE USED FOR THE CORE SUPPORT AND TRAVEL UP THROUGH THE HOOD. 4" washer rule still applies.
**STEERING SYSTEM**: may be swapped, aftermarket steering shafts allowed AIR BAGS MUST BE REMOVED
**FUEL SYSTEM** 10 gallon max of gas or alcohol allowed . Original gas tanks Must be removed. Tanks are to be mounted behind driver. They Must be mounted properly and all connections must be secured and leak proof. 5 DRAIN holes must be in floor around fuel tank. all fuel tanks must be covered with a non flammable material . Boat tank protectors are allowed but must be no larger than 24 '' wide and 18 '' tall 2 LEGS CAN BE WELDED FROM PROTECTOR TO THE FLOOR 2X2 TUBING WITH A 4X4 WASHER CAN BE WELDED TO THE FLOOR..driver safety is the main concern..
**FUEL LINE** Electric fuel pumps are acceptable. Must have shut off switch within drivers reach. Mounted on the rear roll cage bar. Must be 12 '' from the passenger side door .
** COOLING SYSTEM**Any radiator allowed in stock position. Secured by 9# wire, nylon straps, or bungee straps in 2 places only. Remember Water only! No coolant. Electric fans permitted. auxiliary water cooling systems are allowed, 5 GALLONS OF WATER MAX
**BATTERY**
1 battery of any size must be placed in a secure position in the front passenger side floor board. Battery box is suggested, which must be securely fastened down. Battery Must be covered.
**STARTING METHOD** you may use toggle, push button or hot wiring method
**BRAKES**: Brakes MUST be functional.
**WINSHIELD AREA**: Two bars or #9 wires must run from roof to cowl panel.
** BACK WINDOW AREA**
== NOTHING ROUND, SQUARE, ANGLED, in the back window, just 2 pieces of wire ,chain, or door strapping. specs on strapping is 3" wide 3/8 thick and must be welded 4" on the roof, and 4"where it meets the factory trunk seam area.
**ROOF SIGNS** 20 X 20 must have 4 bolts with 3" washers securely fastened to the roof
** TEAM COLORS** chosen upon deposit of 250.00
YOUTH Compact HEAT
This class is for the kids AGES 12-16 W/0 DRIVERS LICENSE let them learn how to strip cars out, build a car to the rules and be a good sport when they win or lose.
Upon arrival a noterized parental consent form must be filled out or you will not be allowed to participate. One parent must be present with valid I.D. A notary will be present to noterize the entry forms. A PARENT OR ADULT MUST RIDE WITH THE DRIVER. this is for instructional purposes as well as a possible emergency situation .
BUILDING** all cars must remain stock unless specified in these rules NO TUCKING/WEDGING
all cars must be factory front wheel drive 4 or 6 cylinder and wheelbase must not exceed 109"
strip interior100%! u can leave in passenger seat, dash , KEY START RECOMENDED remove airbags!
WELDING** One bar behind seat 12 x 12 inner door plates and No larger than 6" dia pipe. A roll over bar strongly advised.
DOORS/ TRUNK/TAILGATES outside only 3"wide x1/4 thick strapping both outside front doors can be reinforced 6 inches past the door seams
BUMPERS** Can be from any compact car, they must be bolted on at the factory location,1/2 bolts 2" washers max size
you can wire your bumpers to the trunk lid 2 places and the radiator support in 2 places with #9 wire. THERE CAN BE 12 " OF WELD ON EACH BUMPER . THIS MEANS ON THE MOUNTING AREA YOU CAN HAVE A 3" LONG BEAD OF WELD IN 4 SELECTED LOCATIONS.
TIRES** No tractor treads and no studded tires on the front. You can glue, screw,double and stem protection is allowed. remove wheel weights
WINDSHIELD** Must be removed. Must have 2 places of #9 wire, banding, strapping or chain in windshield area to protect driver/pass. Mount this from roof to the cowl panel. It must not be attached to the hood
BATTERY** Must be mounted inside the car , all parts of battery must be covered with a non flammable material.
HOODS** Can be secured in 6 places. 2 strand #9 banding or chain
Fuel Tanks***This is the most important rule to read. Any fuel system I feel thats unsafe will not pass.
Stock fuel tanks can be left in if they are mounted in front of rear axle. I dont want to see a stock tank mounted in your back seat area. Tanks must be made of steel a 4 point hold down bolted to floor with a minimum of a 2" washer on the underside of car.All hoses must be double clamped at all connections. Electric fuel pumps must be operated by a switch that the passenger can shut off in case of a fire. I'll paint switch during inspection. Stock systems will simply use the key. remember BOTH seatbelts
DRIVERS DO NOT FORGET YOUR ROOF SIGN!
THESE RULES APPLY AT ALL M.M.P EVENTS
ADULT COMPACT RULES
Rules:
All cars must remain stock unless otherwise noted. If it is not in the rules, it does not mean you can do it. So Don’t!
**CAR TYPE any car or station wagon that has a wheelbase under 109" with a 4 or 6 cylinder engine.
**Stripping:
All outside hardware such as glass, plastic, fiberglass and chrome molding, door handles, mirrors etc must be removed prior to arrival. No broken windows in doors. All flammable materials must be removed such as carpets, upholstery, headliners, and back seats. Cars must be clean and free of loose objects inside and in the trunk area including spare tire, rims and parts. Insulation blanket under the hood must be removed. All items must be removed except for front seat and dash..
**Body:
Wheel wells may be cut and rolled for tire clearance. 5 bolts in each wheel lip acceptable 3/8 bolts and 1" washers max size
**SUSPENSION: factory stock
**FRAME: factory stock, you can notch and pre bend
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**Engine :
You may swap motors/transmissions
**Transmission:
Floor shifters allowed. burp tube must be installed over the dipstick and routed to the ground to prevent fires Transmission may be secured by chain , # 9 wires or stock mount
**Rear End:
Any 5 bolt pattern accepted ~ spiders can be welded ~ .. Any drive shaft allowed.
-**Bumpers:
Any automotive bumper can be used. You must weld or bolt the bumper to the shock . bolts can be up to 1/2 dia in the factory location.,. #9 wire in 4 places around core support to bumper. 2 strands per hole max.~ You may trim bumper ends~ maximum front and rear bumper height 24 '' and rear bumper a minimum of 16 ''. Measurement will be taken from ground to center of bumper...
**Tires and Rims:
7.50-15 maximum size, doubled, glued, and screwed tires allowed. Valve stem guards allowed.. No studded tires on drive tires. . No restriction on tread pattern or tire ply ratings. REMOVE ALL WHEEL WEIGHTS BEFORE INSPECTION. **Exhaust System:
Headers can exit straight up through the hood. If exhaust system runs under the car, it must exit under the front doors.
**Steering Column: may be swapped, aftermarket steering shafts allowed
AIR BAGS MUST BE REMOVED
**Fuel: Gasoline only!
**Fuel Tank:
Original gas tanks Must be removed unless they are mounted in front of the rear axle. Tanks are to be mounted behind driver. They Must be mounted properly and all connections must be secured and leak proof. 5 gallons max. 5 holes must be in floor around fuel tank to prevent puddling of spilled fuel.. (If it moves 1/8 inch ~ it’s NOT considered secure) all fuel tanks must be covered with a non flammable material . Boat tank protectors are allowed but must be no larger than 24 '' wide and 18 '' tall driver safety is the main concern..
**Fuel Line:
Electric fuel pumps are acceptable. Must have shut off switch within drivers reach. Mounted on the rear roll cage bar. Must be 12 '' from the passenger side door with off position being down. Clearly marked for safety personal.
**Roll Cage:
One bar mandatory behind driver seat. 8x8x ¼ max plates welded on body for cage. No further back then 12 inches behind door post. DASH BARS AND DOOR BARS ARE OPTIONAL FOR DRIVER SAFETY ONLY. bars can be up to 4 '' max diameter. Roll over bar allowed!!
**Body Mounts. factory stock
**Doors: ALL doors may be welded solid by using 3'' wide max, ¼ thick strap on all door seams. . One ¼ plate not to exceed drivers door by 6 inches, may be welded on drivers door for safety!if not choosing to weld all other doors may be banded chained or wired in 6 spots on each door . bottoms each door can have 2 spots wrap around the frame . Any door that comes open during heat or feature will automatically be disqualified. . NUMBERS MUST BE ON A ROOF SIGN . Signs need to be at least 20x20.
**Hoods:
Fiberglass hoods may be changed. Hoods can be bolted together at cut out. 10- 3/8 bolts max.. with 1 '' dia washers . No welding. HOOD CAN BE SECURED IN 6 SPOTS. By using 1 inch bolts and 4 '' washers max. if using wire you can weld washers on hood 8 spots ,4 strands per hole . Must have 14 '' hole in center if not using headers. HOODS MUST BE OPEN FOR INSPECTION
**TRUNKS
You are allowed 6 places max. on hoods, doors, trunks, and tailgates. 4 strand per hole. Welded washers are not allowed. Sheet metal to sheet metal only unless otherwise specified.. 12" inspection hole must be in the trunk if it cant be opend for inspection. 10 3/8 bolts 1" washers around cut out only.
*Radiator & Fans:
Any stock automotive allowed. Only in stock position. Secured by 9# wire, nylon straps, or bungee straps in 2 places only. Remember Water only! No coolant. Electric fans permitted.
**Battery: 1 battery of any size. Must be placed in a secure position in the front. passenger side floor board. Battery box is suggested, which must be securely fastened down. Battery Must be covered.
**STARTING METHOD : you may use toggle, push button or hot wiring method
**Brakes: Brakes MUST be functional.
**Windshield: Two bars or #9 wires must run from roof to cowl panel.
TRUCK RULES = SAME AT ALL M.M.P EVENTS
1. Any American made 2 or 4 wheel drive pick up truck, Blazers , surburbans, and full size van 1967 and newer.
2. Factory Fuel tanks must be removed
3. You may run any engine regardless of make
4. Fuel Tanks must be located in the bed of the truck in the center of the bed directly behind cab. No stock fuel tanks permitted Fuel cells must be securely fastened and covered.
5. Battery may be moved to floor of the cab. battery must be securely fastened to floor and covered
6. All trucks must have working seat belts
7. Doors must be secured by wire, chain, banding or welding
8. Tailgates may be chained ,wired, banded, or welded shut
9. Box and cab mounts may be replaced with up to 3/4 " bolts body mounts may be removed
10. No trailer hitches or reinforcements of frame or body of any kind permitted. May use car bumpers. For mounting of car bumpers you may use factory car shocks and brackets or a 3" x 3" x 5" long box tube.
11. Hoods Must be in place and operable Must have a 12" hole cut in hood over carburetor
12 Hoods may be wired chained or banded shut only 6 double strands of wire all permitted to go to frame
13 .NO 4 wheel drive trucks permitted unless you remove one of the driveshafts
14. Tires are to be stock sizes for trucks no split rims no restriction on tread pattern, doubled screwed glued, and valve stem protection allowed
15. Beds must be welded,chained or wired to cab of truck directly behind doors
16. 6 double strands of wire permitted in front and 6 in rear of truck all permitted to go to the frame
17. Stock suspension only Screw in coil spring blocks may be used in front coil springs, These may not be welded in. 8 lug rears are permitted on 1/2 ton trucks
18. A 4 point cage is highly recommended in drivers compartment for drivers safety cages are to be welded to body of truck all cages must pass inspection.
These are the rules, direct from Brian Shumans website, mangledmetal.suddenlaunch3.com/index.cgi?board=TEAM
General Rules:
**Each driver will get a pit pass with regstration of car.
**Drivers and any persons in the pit area will have to sign the waiver and release of liability before entering the pit area. . Pit passes must be worn at all times. Mangled Metal Productions is not responsible for lost or stolen articles left unattended before, during, or after the event. If you bring children to the pit, you are responsible for them at all times. This means you will have their names on the waiver that you are required to sign. And they must wear their pit passes at all times also.
**Demolition Derbies are hazardous and a high-risk sport. Mangled Metal Productions is not responsible for injury. flagman must be obeyed. No arguing, fighting, or disobeying. Their say is final.
Any car catching fire 3 times will be disqualified.
Officials have the right to re-inspect a car at any time.
Any car getting rolled will have a chance to restart and compete
**Must have working seat belt on driver’s side!
**Drivers must wear a helmet during the heats and feature .
**Safety glasses are MANDATORY.
**All parts and cars must be removed from the event site following the derby. Or they become the property of Mangled Metal Productions.
Any reckless driving on the facility premises will result in driver being disqualified.
no scrap dealers are alowed to purchase your veicle but ME.
All cars must remain stock unless otherwise noted. If it is not in the rules, it does not mean you can do it. So Don’t
REPORT injuries sustained either by driver or pit crew to me this is your responsibility.
**There will be NO illegal drugs permitted in the pit area or anywhere on the premises. This includes drivers and pit crew.
**You must be 18 years of age to run this derby. 16 or 17 allowed with a signed, notarized parental contest.
All drivers must attend the drivers meeting.
No deliberate driver door hits.
No sandbagging! 1 minute to make aggressive hits
No getting out of the car unless track official or flagman tells you to do so.
THE LAST CAR TO MAKE CONTACT WINS THE SHOW!
OFFICIAL TEAM BUILDING RULES
**CAR TYPE** 1980 and newer 2 or 4 door car,hearse or station wagons is allowed. .78 AND NEWER GM MODELS
**STRIPPING** All outside hardware such as glass, plastic, fiberglass and chrome molding, door handles, mirrors etc must be removed prior to arrival. No broken windows in doors. All flammable materials must be removed such as carpets, upholstery, headliners, and back seats. Cars must be clean and free of loose objects inside and in the trunk area including spare tire, rims and parts. Insulation blanket under the hood must be removed. All items must be removed except for front seat.
**BODY**: Wheel wells may be cut and rolled for tire clearance. 4 bolts in each wheel lip acceptable 3/8 max bolt 1'' washers allowed. Patching rust!! You can patch rusted areas using same thickness as the area your patching. No overlapping of patches. You must prove your rust . Do not exceed the rusted area by more than 2''.
**WEDGING** THERE MUST BE 8 " OF SPACE BETWEEN THE FRAME AND THE TRUNK LID.
**FRAME* Trailer hitches and brackets must be removed. You may notch the frame.. you can tilt the fords, weld frame seams from firewall foreward NO painting or undercoating on frame. PRE RAN CARS!! You may put 4, 3in x 3in plates on cars that have frame damage. If a seam has came apart, you may weld up to 6in. of frame but counts as 1 of the 4 plates allowed
**SUSPENSION:
You may weld the front suspension using flat stock from lower a arm to frame , 3" on frame only one piece per side 3'' wide ¼ thick max size .or use spring spacers for getting bumper height ! … You may swap A- arms of your choice, automotive only allowed. Tie rods may be reinforced. rear springs may be swapped out to a 70's model coil spring. 1" ALL THREAD CAN BE USED FOR SHOCKS.or wire the springs in with 6 strands of#9 max. chrlysler spring pack must remain 100% factory , 4 spring clamps per car
**ENGINE**You may swap motors/transmissions. You may use engine of choice. Mounts at cradle can be welded in. distributor protectors allowed. engine oil coolers allowed .2 chains per car , 8 links total welded to frame
**TRANSMISSION** Coolers are optional may be mounted behind seat. Must use transmission line for coolers. Gas line Will Not be allowed. Floor shifters allowed. burp tube must be installed over the dipstick and routed to the ground to prevent fires Transmission may be secured by chain , # 9 wires or stock mount,crossmember mounts must be within 12" of factory location
**REAR END**
Any 5 bolt rear end ~ spiders can be welded ~ You may lengthen upper control arm for desired pinion angle. Lower control arms can be shortened.. Any drive shaft allowed. you can reinforce the trailing arms.
**ARCH PLATES * 1/4 thick 4"wide 24 "long only 2 per car. it can be welded solid , welded to the outside rear frame rails only, somewhere above the rear axle . keep it flat, contour it to the frame,favor the front or rear of humps. 11" long 1/4 thick x4"wide arch plates on chryslers
-**BUMPERS* Any automotive bumper can be used. SEAM WELDED BUMPERS ALLOWED.You can weld the bumper to the shock, weld the shock to the frame, hardnosing bumpers allowed. #9 wire in 4 places around core support to bumper. 2 strands per hole max.~ welding washers on bumper/ core support for wire is acceptable. Washers are to be no larger than 2 '' diameter You may trim bumper ends~ maximum front and rear bumper height 24 '' and rear bumper a minimum of 16 ''. Measurement will be taken from ground to center of bumper.
IF USING 80 AND NEWER BUMPERS CAN HAVE A 4"WIDE 1/4 THICK PLATE WELDED ON THE OUTER SKIN. OR U CAN WELD A PIECE OF 2"X2" SQUARE TUBING DIRECTLY BEHIND THE FRONT BUMPER FRAME RAIL TO FRAME RAIL.
**ROLL CAGE**One bar mandatory behind driver seat. 8x8x ¼ max plates welded on body for cage. No further back then 12 inches behind door post. DASH BARS AND DOOR BARS ARE OPTIONAL FOR DRIVER SAFETY ONLY. bars can be up to 4 '' max diameter. Roll over bar allowed!!
**BODY MOUNTS** You may change all mounts in the body, max 5/8 size, 3'' washers ¼ thick. Rubbers can be removed and pulled down solid. NO EXTRA MOUNTS !! Bolts are not to travel through bottom of frame Use a good tape measure or bring your torch..
**DOORS** all doors may be welded solid by using 3'' wide max, ¼ thick strap on all door seams. . One ¼ plate not to exceed drivers door by 6 inches, may be welded on drivers door for safety! IF CHOOSING NOT TO WELD unlimited wire can be used on your doors. NUMBERS MUST BE ON A ROOF SIGN . Signs need to be at least 20x20.
**HOODS** Hoods can be bolted together at cut out. 12- 3/8 bolts max.. with 1 '' dia washers . No welding. hood can be secured IN 6 SPOTS. By using 1 inch bolts and 4 ''washers max. if using wire you can weld washers on hood 8 spots ,4 strands per hole . Must have 14 '' hole in center if not using headers. HOODS MUST BE OPEN FOR INSPECTION
**TRUNKS* weld trunk lid solid OUTSIDE ONLY 3"wide x 1/4thick or 8 spots of #9 wire.. not both
0ne inspection hole must be 10" X 10"IN BOTTOM OF TRUNK FLOOR!
**#9 WIRE RULE** You are allowed 8 places max. on hoods, trunks, and tailgates. 4 strand per hole. Welded washers are allowed. Sheet metal to sheet metal only .if you chose not to weld your doors you can have unlimited wire or banding on the doors .wire can go around frame to bottoms of doors.
** TIRE RULE** ANY size, doubled, glued, and screwed tires allowed. Valve stem guards allowed.. No studded tires on rear. . No restriction on tread pattern or tire ply ratings. no wheel weights
**CORE SUPPORT** may be shimmed up with 2X2 square tubing 6” long max 1" ALLTHREAD CAN BE USED FOR THE CORE SUPPORT AND TRAVEL UP THROUGH THE HOOD. 4" washer rule still applies.
**STEERING SYSTEM**: may be swapped, aftermarket steering shafts allowed AIR BAGS MUST BE REMOVED
**FUEL SYSTEM** 10 gallon max of gas or alcohol allowed . Original gas tanks Must be removed. Tanks are to be mounted behind driver. They Must be mounted properly and all connections must be secured and leak proof. 5 DRAIN holes must be in floor around fuel tank. all fuel tanks must be covered with a non flammable material . Boat tank protectors are allowed but must be no larger than 24 '' wide and 18 '' tall 2 LEGS CAN BE WELDED FROM PROTECTOR TO THE FLOOR 2X2 TUBING WITH A 4X4 WASHER CAN BE WELDED TO THE FLOOR..driver safety is the main concern..
**FUEL LINE** Electric fuel pumps are acceptable. Must have shut off switch within drivers reach. Mounted on the rear roll cage bar. Must be 12 '' from the passenger side door .
** COOLING SYSTEM**Any radiator allowed in stock position. Secured by 9# wire, nylon straps, or bungee straps in 2 places only. Remember Water only! No coolant. Electric fans permitted. auxiliary water cooling systems are allowed, 5 GALLONS OF WATER MAX
**BATTERY**
1 battery of any size must be placed in a secure position in the front passenger side floor board. Battery box is suggested, which must be securely fastened down. Battery Must be covered.
**STARTING METHOD** you may use toggle, push button or hot wiring method
**BRAKES**: Brakes MUST be functional.
**WINSHIELD AREA**: Two bars or #9 wires must run from roof to cowl panel.
** BACK WINDOW AREA**
== NOTHING ROUND, SQUARE, ANGLED, in the back window, just 2 pieces of wire ,chain, or door strapping. specs on strapping is 3" wide 3/8 thick and must be welded 4" on the roof, and 4"where it meets the factory trunk seam area.
**ROOF SIGNS** 20 X 20 must have 4 bolts with 3" washers securely fastened to the roof
** TEAM COLORS** chosen upon deposit of 250.00
YOUTH Compact HEAT
This class is for the kids AGES 12-16 W/0 DRIVERS LICENSE let them learn how to strip cars out, build a car to the rules and be a good sport when they win or lose.
Upon arrival a noterized parental consent form must be filled out or you will not be allowed to participate. One parent must be present with valid I.D. A notary will be present to noterize the entry forms. A PARENT OR ADULT MUST RIDE WITH THE DRIVER. this is for instructional purposes as well as a possible emergency situation .
BUILDING** all cars must remain stock unless specified in these rules NO TUCKING/WEDGING
all cars must be factory front wheel drive 4 or 6 cylinder and wheelbase must not exceed 109"
strip interior100%! u can leave in passenger seat, dash , KEY START RECOMENDED remove airbags!
WELDING** One bar behind seat 12 x 12 inner door plates and No larger than 6" dia pipe. A roll over bar strongly advised.
DOORS/ TRUNK/TAILGATES outside only 3"wide x1/4 thick strapping both outside front doors can be reinforced 6 inches past the door seams
BUMPERS** Can be from any compact car, they must be bolted on at the factory location,1/2 bolts 2" washers max size
you can wire your bumpers to the trunk lid 2 places and the radiator support in 2 places with #9 wire. THERE CAN BE 12 " OF WELD ON EACH BUMPER . THIS MEANS ON THE MOUNTING AREA YOU CAN HAVE A 3" LONG BEAD OF WELD IN 4 SELECTED LOCATIONS.
TIRES** No tractor treads and no studded tires on the front. You can glue, screw,double and stem protection is allowed. remove wheel weights
WINDSHIELD** Must be removed. Must have 2 places of #9 wire, banding, strapping or chain in windshield area to protect driver/pass. Mount this from roof to the cowl panel. It must not be attached to the hood
BATTERY** Must be mounted inside the car , all parts of battery must be covered with a non flammable material.
HOODS** Can be secured in 6 places. 2 strand #9 banding or chain
Fuel Tanks***This is the most important rule to read. Any fuel system I feel thats unsafe will not pass.
Stock fuel tanks can be left in if they are mounted in front of rear axle. I dont want to see a stock tank mounted in your back seat area. Tanks must be made of steel a 4 point hold down bolted to floor with a minimum of a 2" washer on the underside of car.All hoses must be double clamped at all connections. Electric fuel pumps must be operated by a switch that the passenger can shut off in case of a fire. I'll paint switch during inspection. Stock systems will simply use the key. remember BOTH seatbelts
DRIVERS DO NOT FORGET YOUR ROOF SIGN!
THESE RULES APPLY AT ALL M.M.P EVENTS
ADULT COMPACT RULES
Rules:
All cars must remain stock unless otherwise noted. If it is not in the rules, it does not mean you can do it. So Don’t!
**CAR TYPE any car or station wagon that has a wheelbase under 109" with a 4 or 6 cylinder engine.
**Stripping:
All outside hardware such as glass, plastic, fiberglass and chrome molding, door handles, mirrors etc must be removed prior to arrival. No broken windows in doors. All flammable materials must be removed such as carpets, upholstery, headliners, and back seats. Cars must be clean and free of loose objects inside and in the trunk area including spare tire, rims and parts. Insulation blanket under the hood must be removed. All items must be removed except for front seat and dash..
**Body:
Wheel wells may be cut and rolled for tire clearance. 5 bolts in each wheel lip acceptable 3/8 bolts and 1" washers max size
**SUSPENSION: factory stock
**FRAME: factory stock, you can notch and pre bend
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**Engine :
You may swap motors/transmissions
**Transmission:
Floor shifters allowed. burp tube must be installed over the dipstick and routed to the ground to prevent fires Transmission may be secured by chain , # 9 wires or stock mount
**Rear End:
Any 5 bolt pattern accepted ~ spiders can be welded ~ .. Any drive shaft allowed.
-**Bumpers:
Any automotive bumper can be used. You must weld or bolt the bumper to the shock . bolts can be up to 1/2 dia in the factory location.,. #9 wire in 4 places around core support to bumper. 2 strands per hole max.~ You may trim bumper ends~ maximum front and rear bumper height 24 '' and rear bumper a minimum of 16 ''. Measurement will be taken from ground to center of bumper...
**Tires and Rims:
7.50-15 maximum size, doubled, glued, and screwed tires allowed. Valve stem guards allowed.. No studded tires on drive tires. . No restriction on tread pattern or tire ply ratings. REMOVE ALL WHEEL WEIGHTS BEFORE INSPECTION. **Exhaust System:
Headers can exit straight up through the hood. If exhaust system runs under the car, it must exit under the front doors.
**Steering Column: may be swapped, aftermarket steering shafts allowed
AIR BAGS MUST BE REMOVED
**Fuel: Gasoline only!
**Fuel Tank:
Original gas tanks Must be removed unless they are mounted in front of the rear axle. Tanks are to be mounted behind driver. They Must be mounted properly and all connections must be secured and leak proof. 5 gallons max. 5 holes must be in floor around fuel tank to prevent puddling of spilled fuel.. (If it moves 1/8 inch ~ it’s NOT considered secure) all fuel tanks must be covered with a non flammable material . Boat tank protectors are allowed but must be no larger than 24 '' wide and 18 '' tall driver safety is the main concern..
**Fuel Line:
Electric fuel pumps are acceptable. Must have shut off switch within drivers reach. Mounted on the rear roll cage bar. Must be 12 '' from the passenger side door with off position being down. Clearly marked for safety personal.
**Roll Cage:
One bar mandatory behind driver seat. 8x8x ¼ max plates welded on body for cage. No further back then 12 inches behind door post. DASH BARS AND DOOR BARS ARE OPTIONAL FOR DRIVER SAFETY ONLY. bars can be up to 4 '' max diameter. Roll over bar allowed!!
**Body Mounts. factory stock
**Doors: ALL doors may be welded solid by using 3'' wide max, ¼ thick strap on all door seams. . One ¼ plate not to exceed drivers door by 6 inches, may be welded on drivers door for safety!if not choosing to weld all other doors may be banded chained or wired in 6 spots on each door . bottoms each door can have 2 spots wrap around the frame . Any door that comes open during heat or feature will automatically be disqualified. . NUMBERS MUST BE ON A ROOF SIGN . Signs need to be at least 20x20.
**Hoods:
Fiberglass hoods may be changed. Hoods can be bolted together at cut out. 10- 3/8 bolts max.. with 1 '' dia washers . No welding. HOOD CAN BE SECURED IN 6 SPOTS. By using 1 inch bolts and 4 '' washers max. if using wire you can weld washers on hood 8 spots ,4 strands per hole . Must have 14 '' hole in center if not using headers. HOODS MUST BE OPEN FOR INSPECTION
**TRUNKS
You are allowed 6 places max. on hoods, doors, trunks, and tailgates. 4 strand per hole. Welded washers are not allowed. Sheet metal to sheet metal only unless otherwise specified.. 12" inspection hole must be in the trunk if it cant be opend for inspection. 10 3/8 bolts 1" washers around cut out only.
*Radiator & Fans:
Any stock automotive allowed. Only in stock position. Secured by 9# wire, nylon straps, or bungee straps in 2 places only. Remember Water only! No coolant. Electric fans permitted.
**Battery: 1 battery of any size. Must be placed in a secure position in the front. passenger side floor board. Battery box is suggested, which must be securely fastened down. Battery Must be covered.
**STARTING METHOD : you may use toggle, push button or hot wiring method
**Brakes: Brakes MUST be functional.
**Windshield: Two bars or #9 wires must run from roof to cowl panel.
TRUCK RULES = SAME AT ALL M.M.P EVENTS
1. Any American made 2 or 4 wheel drive pick up truck, Blazers , surburbans, and full size van 1967 and newer.
2. Factory Fuel tanks must be removed
3. You may run any engine regardless of make
4. Fuel Tanks must be located in the bed of the truck in the center of the bed directly behind cab. No stock fuel tanks permitted Fuel cells must be securely fastened and covered.
5. Battery may be moved to floor of the cab. battery must be securely fastened to floor and covered
6. All trucks must have working seat belts
7. Doors must be secured by wire, chain, banding or welding
8. Tailgates may be chained ,wired, banded, or welded shut
9. Box and cab mounts may be replaced with up to 3/4 " bolts body mounts may be removed
10. No trailer hitches or reinforcements of frame or body of any kind permitted. May use car bumpers. For mounting of car bumpers you may use factory car shocks and brackets or a 3" x 3" x 5" long box tube.
11. Hoods Must be in place and operable Must have a 12" hole cut in hood over carburetor
12 Hoods may be wired chained or banded shut only 6 double strands of wire all permitted to go to frame
13 .NO 4 wheel drive trucks permitted unless you remove one of the driveshafts
14. Tires are to be stock sizes for trucks no split rims no restriction on tread pattern, doubled screwed glued, and valve stem protection allowed
15. Beds must be welded,chained or wired to cab of truck directly behind doors
16. 6 double strands of wire permitted in front and 6 in rear of truck all permitted to go to the frame
17. Stock suspension only Screw in coil spring blocks may be used in front coil springs, These may not be welded in. 8 lug rears are permitted on 1/2 ton trucks
18. A 4 point cage is highly recommended in drivers compartment for drivers safety cages are to be welded to body of truck all cages must pass inspection.
These are the rules, direct from Brian Shumans website, mangledmetal.suddenlaunch3.com/index.cgi?board=TEAM