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Wild Thing Kart Series 2008 Rule Book Stafford Motor Speedway Wild Thing Kart Series 2008 Rule Book At Stafford Motor Speedway
All drivers and crew members should review the Wild Thing Kart Series’ 2008 rules. Thank You.
Racing Schedule and Rainout Policy Monday Night Program Pit Gates Open – 3:30 PM Kart Sign-in Close – 5:00 PM Practice – 5:00 PM Racing – 6:00 PM
Rainout Policy ? If the program is a complete rain out, we will make every attempt to call the race by 1:00 PM. Please call The Wild Thing Kart number at 413-525-1776 to see if the event has been postponed. If we make an attempt to run the Monday program and get rained out - we will not postpone to Tuesday - it will be a rain event and see arrows below. If we cancel Monday by 1:00 PM we will run the next day Tuesday. If we rain out on Tuesday the following arrows below will apply. Please read the following rain conditions carefully – if any karts get onto the track we have to pay the insurance fee which is why you will see the pit pass entry in some cases will not be refundable.
Ž If we do not get on the track for any racing or practice, the event is cancelled and pit passes, kart registration and fuel fee will be good for next event only. Save your wristband.
Ž If we do not get all the heat races in and it rains, the event is cancelled only the kart registration fee and fuel fee will be good for the next event only.
Ž If we do get all of the heat races in before a rain out – we will use the heats as main events and no fee’s will be refunded. (Heats will count as mains and points and trophy’s will be awarded appropriately)
Ž If we do get some main events in before a rain out – we will use the heats from the divisions that didn’t run a main as the main event and no fee’s will be refunded. (Mains that are complete will receive Points and trophy’s - Mains not completed will have points and trophy’s awarded by Heat finish.)
Ž If a race is under ½ way it does not count
Ž If a race is over ½ way it will be scored according to the last completed scored lap.
General Information Every driver must inspect the racing surface and race area for any defects, obstructions, or anything which in his/her opinion is unsafe and report any concerns to a Wild Thing Kart Series track official in a timely manner. Any driver entering any racing event is considered to have inspected the track and to have determined that all conditions are satisfactory to them. If not, THEY SHOULD NOT RACE. This further indicates that they are aware that racing involves risks and they assume these risks with full awareness and knowledge. The raceway assumes no responsibility for damage to or loss of any racers equipment, vehicle, or any parts by any means whatsoever. MINORS: Anyone under 18 years of age must complete the necessary releases and have them signed by a parent or legal guardian. Release forms are available at the sign in booth, and MUST be completed BEFORE the said minor will be allowed to enter the pit area, or competition. A legal birth certificate must accompany all release forms for race drivers.
Disclaimer The rules set forth herein are designed to provide for orderly conduct of racing events and establish minimum acceptable requirements for such events. These rules shall govern the condition of all Wild Thing Kart Series Events. By participating in these events, all participants agree to comply with the conditions set forth by these rules. IMPORTANT: Competitive racing can result in injury and/or death to the participant. No expressed or implied warranty of safety shall result from publication of or compliance with these rules/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 participants, spectators, or others.
Claim Information and/or Injury Information When involved in an accident resulting in injury to yourself, advise the racing officials immediately so that the necessary insurance reports will be expedited. NO CLAIMS WILL BE CONSIDERED UNLESS REPORTED PRIOR TO LEAVING THE SPEEDWAY PROPERTY. If a driver is physically unable, his/her crew must be responsible for filing this report. Once a driver returns to racing, all injury claims become void.
Pit Passes Everyone entering the pit area at Wild Thing Kart Series must sign a “Release and Waiver of Liability Assumption of Risk and Indemnity Agreement” prior to entering the pit area. EVERYONE must have a wrist band on their wrist. Everyone with a wrist band MUST attend the drivers meeting. Anyone who does not comply must leave the pit area. NO ONE is allowed in the pit area without a wrist band. Violators are subject to ejection from the event site and possible suspension . Pit Area Rules WASTE OIL & FUELS: ALL WASTE OIL MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE GROUNDS AND TAKEN WITH YOU WHEN YOU LEAVE THE FACILITY. DUMPING OIL ON THE GROUNDS OR IN A TRASH BARREL IS PROHIBITED AND THE VIOLATOR WILL BE FINED $75.00 AND/OR SUSPENDED!! Personal Conduct ? Any person in the pit area who has evidence of substance abuse (Beer, Wine, Liquor, or Drugs), or is seen using any substance during a race event will be barred from the pit area and from participating in racing activities for an indefinite period of time. ? Any person involved in a fight at the track will be suspended for that event and could receive the 13/13 ruling. ? Any person using threatening, vulgar, or abusive language and/or gestures- regardless of where he/she is- is subject to suspension. ? Everyone is required to keep their pit area clean.
Technical Inspection Procedures All KARTS MUST be safety teched PRIOR to entering the grid surface. Competitors are responsible for their vehicle’s safety competition. It is the responsibility of the driver to ensure complete compliance with all engine rules. The engine technical inspector is responsible only for inspecting and measuring the engine; competitors are responsible for all disassembly and assembly required.
Safety Tech: ? All steering and brake components must be pinned. All weights must be secured tightly and bolted with minimum 5/16 bolts and double nutted or cotter pinned. All weights MUST be painted white with kart number printed on them. All header bolts must be safety wired. Post Tech: ? Top 3 karts and a random kart in each class are subject to Tech (this is the discretion of the tech inspectors). Anyone refusing tech will be DISQUALIFIED. A $25.00 fine will be in effect for anyone refusing tech, Payable before the next race event! Anyone caught with an illegal part will be disqualified for that race event. The part found to be illegal will be confiscated and returned to the owner at the end of the race season. Engines will be teched per WKA and Wild Thing Karts rules and regulations. ? Only 1 Crew member and driver in the tech area with kart during inspection. Engine Swaps: ? If a competitor wants to swap an engine and/or engine part after the heat, IT MUST BE DONE IN THE TECH AREA WITH A TECH PERSON PRESENT. The engine or part along with engine or part which is used in the feature and/or heat will also be subject to tech after the feature event. If either of the engines or parts swapped is found to be illegal, that competitor will be disqualified for the day’s race event. Any kart that had an engine or part swapped will start last in the feature. Weight Tech ? Track will determine how many karts will be weighed. Failure to be weighed when required will result in a disqualification for that heat and/or feature event. If your fail weight tech for the Heat Race: You will start in the back of the pack for the feature event. If you fail weight tech for the Feature Event: You will receive no points for the feature event. You are responsible to make weight !! . NO ADDING FLUIDS, DRINKING WATER, OR PUTTING ON PARTS THAT FALL OFF DURING A RACE. YOUR WEIGHT IS DETERMINED THE WAY YOU CAME OFF THE TRACK ,NO EXCEPTIONS, NO EXCUSES. THIS IS OUR TRACK RULE AND OVER RIDES ANY OTHER SANCTIONING BODIES RULE.
General Driver and Racing Rules
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? Neck brace, arm restraints, ankle top shoes, and gloves are mandatory. Tiger Cubs, Sprints, JR. Outlaw, SR Outlaws and SR Champs MUST have fire retardant driving suits (Minimum rating of SFI 3.2A/1) ? Arm restraints are mandatory for all cage karts. Except cubs. ? Five point safety harness, minimum 2 inch straps or better for all cage karts. ? All open kart drivers must have a rib protector.
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? All drivers must have a visible FIRE EXTINGGUISHER in their pit area.
Wild Thing Kart Series Race Procedures ? All drivers MUST attend the drivers meeting. Anyone not attending a meeting is subject to a D.Q. ? All karts are subject to inspection of rules compliance at any time by Kart Series Track Officials.
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? All drivers involved in three or more yellow flags, no matter what the reason will receive the black flag.
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? All karts in bringing out the yellow flag will start in the rear. If two drivers are racing for position and contact is made bringing out the caution, BOTH drivers go to the rear. (Race Director Decision)
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? All karts moving through the pits must be pushed (NOT DRIVEN) ? All Drivers must wear their safety equipment and five point safety harness at all times while on the track. Violators will be subject to the black flag. ? The black flag will be given to any kart losing parts or fluid on the track. If you receive the black flag, you must take your kart to the pits or infield, you may not re-enter the race until you have been cleared by a Stafford Speedway Kart Series Track Official.
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? The black flag will be given to any kart/driver, or pit crew member conforming to un-sportsman like conduct at the track. The Kart must be taken to the pit area at this time. Non-Conforming drivers will be suspended for one week, and receive no points for that event. The driver’s second offense is subject to a 13/13 rule by Wild Thing Kart Series Track Officials.
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? All un-sportsman like conduct is grounds for immediate suspension. There will be no harassment of track officials, track employees, safety crews, ambulance crews, or spectators.
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? Any violator of the rules set forth herein will be dealt with by Wild Thing Kart Series Track Officials in a fair, but firm manner.
Kart Series Flagging and Scoring FLAGS
GREEN FLAG-Track is open for racing.
YELLOW FLAG-
RED FLAG-All Karts must come to a complete stop in a safe manner. Driver MUST go to the infield of the track until race officials clear to a yellow flag.
BLACK FLAG
CROSSED FLAGS
WHITE FLAG his is the one lap to go signal.
CHECKERED FLAG-The race is officially complete and all karts must proceed to the grid area at caution speed. (A cool down lap is given)
? All scoring will be done by the designated Kart Series Track Officials (NO ONE SHALL APPROACH SCORING OFFICALS DURING A RACE) ? A completed scored lap is considered a lap. If one lap is not completed, revert back to the initial line up except the karts involved in the wreck they will go to the back of the field. ? In all yellow/red flag situations the scoring goes back to the last completed lap. ? Restarts: All karts will be lined up according to there position. Lapped cars will go to the rear. Single file restarts will be used after the half way flag has flown.
Protests and Penalties ? Only the top five finishers in a feature can protest an engine that finishes ahead of them. All protests MUST be given in writing to a track official within ten (10) minutes of the completion of that feature. ? An engine protest: Cost is ($300.00) if an engine is found LEGAL $200.00 goes to the engine, $100.00 goes to Tech. ? If an engine is found ILLEGAL $ 300.00 goes back to the protestor. ? If a Driver/Owner is blatantly cheating they will lose all points for that event. Illegal parts will be confiscated and held till the end of the season. ? Severity of penalty is determined by the infraction. ? Refusal to submit to post-race tech shall be considered an admission of non-compliance with specifications by the competitor, subjecting the competitor to disqualification for that event and possibly a one week suspension ? The object of these rules is to be as fair as possible, Keep everyone equal, and keep the cost of racing at a minimum.
Kart Series Program Procedure ? Drivers and Crew members MUST have pit passes and be registered BEFORE going onto the track. Violators will receive a 10 point penalty. ? All karts must go through safety tech BEFORE going on to the track.
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LINE UPS:
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? After the first week, line ups are determined by previous weeks finish by inverting the field. ? Previous week’s winner will start behind members who raced the previous week in the heat only! ? All features will be a heads up start according to heat finish.
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Points You will Receive feature points towards year-end championship. You must take the green flag in the feature race to receive points. Feature Points 1st40 points 2nd38 points 3rd36 points
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5th 6th30 points 7th28 points 8th26 points 9th24 points 10th22 points
11th 12th18 points 13th16 points 14th14 points 15th12 points 16th10 points 17th8 points 18th6 points
19th 20th2 points 21st-40th 2 points
YEAR END AWARDS: All Points count towards year-end awards. A Driver must have completed 2/3 of the point’s races to be eligible. (Example: 12 races/ must run 8 races)
Open Kart Driver Age: Any driver who has a birthday during the calendar year may start in the upper class. The driver must have the track’s approval to do so. (Caged Wild Thing Karts see specific kart rules).
Divisions and Specifications The WKA Technical Manual will be used for the following divisions:
NOVICE MEDIUM 13 years of age and up Blue Printed Animal Motor. 350 lbs. with .575 WKA rest Flat Head Motor 335 lbs. Box Stock Animal Motor 350 lbs. restrictor Supplied by Stafford
ALL PRO MEDIUM 15 years of age and up Blue Printed Animal Motor 350 lbs. .575 WKA rest Flat Head Motor 335 lbs.
SR.CHAMP 410 LBS 15 years of age and up
The Wild Thing Kart Rules will apply to the following divisions:
TIGER CUB 215-235 LBS ANY KARTS OVER 235 lbs CAN HAVE NO ADDED WEIGHT 5 to 7 years of age
TIGERS A 3OO LBS 7 to 11 years of age
TIGERS B 275 LBS 7 to 11 years of age
JR. OUTLAW 11 to 14 years of age Animal Motor 380 lbs Flat Head Motor 365 lbs.
SR. OUTLAW 425 LBS 15 Years of age and up
2007 TIGER SPRINT & JR. OUTLAW RULES THESE ARE GENERAL RULES – CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL TRACK FOR VARIATIONS ON RULES OR PENALTIES Cubs, Sprints and Outlaws for 2008 will be required to run Hoosiers Sprint A, sprint B and Jr. Outlaw will run A40 Compound Hoosier Tires Only.
The Tiger Spec Racers are for young people 7-14 years of age. The Tiger Sprint – 7-11 years of age and the Tiger Jr. Outlaw 11 to 14 years of age. These divisions are for the young people to compete on a level playing field with the emphasis on SAFETY. Competitors may run a Jr. Outlaw at 10 years of age (as of January 1st) if he or she has already competed a full year in the Tiger Sprint Class. A driver’s actual age as of January 1st of each year shall establish competition age for that entire season.
RULES CHASSIS - The only kart allowed to compete in the above classes is the WILD THING TIGER SPRINT for the Tiger Sprint class and the WILD THING TIGER JUNIOR OUTLAW for the Junior Outlaw class. These karts must be run with no alterations to the stock unit. There will be no cutting, lightening or altering of chassis components. No axle cassettes allowed. Tread width must not exceed 48” in sprints and 52” in outlaws. (NO MODIFICATIONS TO THE CHASSIS with the exception of the addition of camber pills may be added to front spindles in JR. & SR. OUTLAWS ONLY). In addition to camber pills Jr. & Sr. Outlaws may run the new heim joint front end. WEIGHT - Minimum weight as raced is 300 lbs. for A Class and 275 lbs. for B Class in the Tiger Sprints, - 365 lbs. for the Tiger Junior Outlaw class. If additional weight is needed, it must be painted white and securely fastened between front edge of floor pan and no further back then the bar behind the rear of the seat. The added weight must remain between the center frame rails and must be doubled nutted or lock nutted and cotter keyed. Minimum bolt size is 5/16”. WHEELS AND TIRES - Only 6” aluminum wheels will be allowed. For Jr. Outlaws. You can only use 7.10 Hoosier tire on the right rear & right front. Only a 40” steel axle as supplied may be used. - TIGER SPRINTS – The only two tire sizes allowed for Hoosier 4.50 on RF, LF, and LR. & 7.10 on RT RR. A40 Compound only. NERF BARS - Only stock production nerf bars with no alterations allowed. They must not extend more than 1” past the outside edge of the rim per side. If nerf bar is narrower no more than ½ of the width of the tire may protrude beyond the nerf. BODY COMPONENTS - A full Midget/Sprint-type, open wheel body with stock fiberglass tail section is mandatory. You may make your own body as long as it conforms to the stock body configuration + or- 1 inch. You must run a right side wing panel, Tiger Sprints must run a 14” high x 27” long + or – 1” wing. Outlaws must run a 15” x 30” + or – wing. The Wing panel will have bent edges of no more than 1” wide with no sharp edges. Wings must be mounted to the upper right roll bar and must be clamped securely, or a receiver tube no more than 2” long may be welded to cage to accept a ¾” tubular wing bracket. Brackets must be of stock dimensions. No brackets may be directly welded to the cage. Body and wing must be made from .040 aluminum,– no Plexiglas allowed. You may add a front spoiler or front-end enclosure as long as it stays within the confines of the front bumper. Body must be painted. Numbers required on wing, left side tail, and front hood. FLOOR PAN - Floor pan minimum .060 max .090 may be extended to rear of seat but must be bolted securely, no filler panels beyond pedals. no wire tied floor pans
STEERING - A quick release hub may be added. Any steering wheel may be used with the exception of a butterfly wheel. Any length or size 3/8” tie rod combination using existing spindle holes allowed. No drilling of spindles. All steering must use jam nuts or be pinned. No lock washers or straight nuts. BRAKES - Hydraulic only as supplied by manufacturer. Engenetics 700B or MCP 7250 with 7-1/4” rotor. SEAT - High back aluminum racing seat mandatory, must be bolted minimum of 4 spots with 5/16” bolts. SAFETY BELTS AND EQUIPMENT - A full set of four or five point safety belts and harness as designed for racing SF1 is mandatory. Minimum 2” BELT WIDTH. Arm restraints are mandatory. Full face Snell 2000 m or better rated helmet is mandatory. Neck brace is mandatory. Gloves are mandatory. SF1 rated fire suit is mandatory. Rear view mirrors and radios are not allowed. CLUTCH - Noram/Ratech GE series clutch only, no turned down or ceramic coated shoes. You must use stock supplied chain guard with no alterations. You may add extra chain guard protection. ENGINE - NEW ENGLAND KARTINGG IS TO SUPPLY ALL MOTORS FOR THESE DIVISIONS. EACH MOTOR WILL BE TAKEN APART AND CLEARANCED, DYNOED AND THEN SEALED TO ENSURE IT MEETS OUR REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPETITION. - ONLY APPROVED ENGINE REBUILDERS WILL DO ALL REPAIRS AND RESEALING (call for dealers in your area). · Only SEALED MOTORS WILL BE ALLOWED TO COMPETE · Filter adapter may not be run without filter · Any air filter WKA APPROVED ALLOWED · Flat Head Motors Any Straight header allowed, must have WKA approved RLV muffler (no curved pipes) pipes may be painted externally only {no internal coatings} no chrome pipes · Animal Motors must run L shaped Robertson Header 1-CC-MSB18 · Methanol only – NO additives · Any oil – NO additives · Flywheel key must be stock NO alterations allowed 18 degree only, Sprints must run stock key, and Outlaws may run advance keys. · Carburetor to remain stock as supplied from the factory, with the following exceptions: o Any size jet allowed – no flat back jets o Main metering hole must be under .062 o Idle hole must be under .028 o Short pick-up tube maximum size is .066 o Gaskets: breather, exhaust, carb to tank only 2 are allowed each o Tiger Sprints A & B will compete with the .425 IKF restrictor o Outlaws no restrictor o No red epoxy coils - stock raptor coil only (color black)
CLAMER RULE - The engine will have a $1,000.00 (to be determined) claiming fee, less header, muffler, filter, filter adapter, mount, chain guard and clutch. You must notify an office immediately after the race. You must have finished in the top five of the event. You must have finished on the same lap as the motor you are claiming. The claimed engine will be teched to assure legality. If the engine is found illegal, claiming fee will be returned. THESE ARE GENERAL RULES-CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL TRACK FOR VARIATIONS ON RULES OR PENALTIES.
Tiger Cub Rules ALL PAVEMENT SERIES WILL RUN HOOSIER TIRES - DIRT MAY RUN ANY DIRT TIRE.
For Kids 5 to 7 years of age. Age will be determined on January 1st of current year. This division has been formed for kids to gain experience so that they may be able to compete in other forms of karting when they become of age. Competition – There is none. Every child who competes in this division will be considered a winner. They will not compete for points but will receive awards at the end of the season. Karts – All karts must be the Wild Thing Karts Tiger Cub and must be run unaltered as delivered from the manufacturer. No cutting or drilling of chassis, no modifications. Bodies – May be made from .040 aluminum or 1/16 lexan or fiberglass. No Plexiglas bodies. You may add skirts, side pods to enhance appearance, but you must maintain a sprint car type body. You may add a front enclosure as long as it stays within the confines of the front bumper. Motors – 3-1/2 HP Briggs motor box stock sealed from Wild Thing Karts or Subaru Robinson motor box stock sealed from Wild Thing Karts. Stock Briggs muffler must be run, screw in thread part mandatory. Billet governor plate must remain untouched and in the stock location as supplied from Wild Thing Karts. All motors will be checked periodically to make sure they do not exceed 3,800 rpms. Fuel – Motors will run on pump grade gasoline only. VP, Cam 2, ERC or Powermist is allowed. Weight – Minimum weight shall be 215 lbs. and maximum weight shall be 235 lbs, any kart more than 235 can have no extra weight added. Karts will be weighed after event with driver and without topping off fuel. Any weight added to kart must be securely fastened to the floor pan. No more than a 10 lb weight block form and with a minimum of two (2) 5/16 bolts pinned or doubled nutted. Wheels and Tires – You may run 5” or 6” wheels or tires but they must have a diameter of no more than 35”. Nerf Bars and Bumpers – Wheels must remain inside nerf bars (may not extend past nerf bars). Maximum tread width measured at rear axle will be no more than 44”. Brakes – Must be in good working order at all times. Must run mechanical brake supplied by manufacture. Seat – High back aluminum or plastic kart seat mandatory. Belts – 4 or 5 point belts 2” mandatory. Safety – Fire suit, gloves, neck brace and 2000 - 2005 Snell helmets OR BETTER are mandatory. Clutch – 15 tooth driver only –GESeries Noram only Gear Rule – 4.00 gear 15 tooth clutch – 60 (rear gear)
SR. OUTLAW RULES THESE ARE GENERAL RULES – CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL TRACK FOR VARIATIONS ON RULES OR PENALTIES Outlaws for 2008 will be required to run Hoosiers
- You must be 15 years of age to compete in the Outlaw division. You may compete in SR Outlaw at 14 years of age if you have competed in Jr. Class at least 2 years and with race director’s approval. - A NEKC “sealed” Animal engine is the only engine allowed. If seal is broken, your engine will be teched for any tampering. - All engines must be purchased from NEKC. Only an approved engine builder will be allowed to repair and reseal engines. - The only kart chassis allowed to compete in this class is the “Wild Thing Outlaw”, and must remain as supplied from manufacturer with NO Alterations to the stock unit. Although advance keys may be used. - Overall tracking width must not exceed 52". Overall length maximum 98".
WEIGHT: Minimum weight as raced - 425 lbs. If addition of weight is needed, it must be painted white and securely fastened within the frame rails of the chassis. It must be double nutted or lock nutted and cotter keyed. Minimum bolt size is 5/16".
WHEELS AND TIRES: The only tire allowed will be the Hoosier any size or compound. 6" metallic type wheels only.
NERF BARS: Nerf bars may not extend more than one inch outside of the tire per side. If nerf bar is narrower, no more than ½ of the width of a tire may protrude.
BODY: All body panels and tail sections must remain in same Configuration as supplied by manufacturer. Only flat-style side panels With a rolled edge or standard number panels are allowed to be Attached to the nerf bars. Wing must be 15" high by 30" long, plus or Minus 1". You may add a front spoiler as long as it stays within the Confines of the front bumper. (.040 aluminum only NOTHING ELSE!)
STEERING: All steering must use jam nuts or be pinned. No straight nuts. Camber pills may be installed in left and right side yokes or heim joints on the front end.
BRAKES: Hydraulic only as supplied by manufacturer. Enginetic 700B or Martin 7250 system only with a 7 1/4" rotor.
SEAT: High back aluminum racing seat is mandatory (no plastic or fiberglass seats).
SAFETY EQUIPMENT: A full designed - For-Racing SF1 - rated five point harness is mandatory. Minimum 2" harness. Arm restraints, full face Snell 2000 Helmet, neck brace, and gloves are required. SF1 - Rated fire suit mandatory.
CLUTCH: (Noram) GE Series dry clutch or a Premier Stinger (stock) 3 shoe clutch with yellow springs. Must have a Wild Thing chain guard.
REAR AXLE: 1 1/4" X 40" steel axle or rear axle adjustable cassettes may be used.
CLAIMER RULE The engine will have a $1,000.00 (to be determined) claiming fee, less header, muffler, filter, filter adapter, mount, chain guard and clutch. You must notify an office immediately after the race. You must have finished in the top five of the event. You must have finished on the same lap as the motor you are claiming. The claimed engine will be teched to assure legality. If the engine is found illegal, claiming fee will be returned.
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Helmet with
Snell rating of 2000, 2005 SA and M. (Drivers helmet will not exceed past the
bottom of the roll bar while still in the kart. Full face helmets only.