Fremont Rescue

Demolition Derby

2007 Rules & Regulations

The Demolition Derby is open to all drivers. Entries are open to MEN or WOMEN who have valid drivers license. In the interest of safety and in fairness to all contestants, the following rules and regulations WILL apply.

DRIVER ENTRY

1. Driver MUST be at least 18 years old.

2. Driver MUST furnish his/her own car OR HAVE SOMEONE SPONSOR HIS/HER CAR.

3. American cars or station wagons are allowed. NO jeeps, trucks, carryalls, convertibles, ambulances, Imperials, etc.

4. Drivers and pitmen MUST sign a release form prior to race time.

PARTICIPATION REGULATIONS

1. Drivers may maneuver forward or backward.

2. NO deliberate head-ons or hitting opponents drivers door or passenger side door.

3. If driver does not hit another car within ONE minute, that driver shall be disqualified. DO NOT play "possum". NO team driving.

4. Driver and passenger MUST remain in car, with helmets on, until heat is over and they are outside of arena.

5. All drivers and pitmen MUST attend the Pit Meeting prior to the Derby.

6. After the Pit Meeting, any questions concerning the Derby may be brought forth by DRIVER ONLY. Harassment by the help of pitmen, etc., will not be tolerated and will be cause for disqualification. Pitmen's behavior will be the responsibility of the DRIVER.

7. Decision of the Judges is final on winners and disqualifications.

8. As soon as the first heat is on the track, the second heat cars MUST be lined up at the gate, etc. Cars not lined up immediately will not get into the heat. This is the responsibility of the DRIVER & PIT CREW.

9. Heat winners will be lined up along the fence until after the consolation heat, when all drivers can then work on their cars. NO LOOKING OR WORKING on the cars during the "Quarantine Period".

10. Video tapes are not allowed to be used to contest Judges decision.

11. All persons under the age of 18 will not be allowed in the pit area under the penalty of disqualification. All pit personnel must have signed the team pit / driver / co-driver team release form.

12. No camping in pit area.

HEATS

1. Depending upon the number of cars, the number of heats to be run shall be determined by the officials  prior to the Demolition Derby.

ENTRY FEE

1. Each car shall pay $30.00 entry fee. ALL DRIVERS AND PITMEN MUST PAY $5.00 EACH. All drivers and pitmen MUST sign the insurance release form prior to the demolition derby. The release form will be located at the pit entry gate.

2. All drivers, co-drivers, and pitmen must be signed up prior to drivers meeting. NO EXCEPTIONS.

PREPARATION OF CARS

1. Slogans, advertising, or painting my be placed anywhere on the car. Put driver's name and car # on both front doors in large, bold print. Roof number must be visible. NO VULGARITY.

2. Radiators, fans, and transmission coolers may be removed but NOT relocated. Batteries may be relocated to a more secure position. Bumpers and fenders may be trimmed. Driver's door must be reinforced. If running with passenger, the passenger door must also be reinforced. 2a. Reinforcement of side shall begin at the center of the car and not extend into the front wheelwell. Reinforcement material shall not protrude from car body more than 1 & 1/2 inches.

3. ALL GLASS, PLASTIC AND CHROME TRIM must be removed before reaching the fairgrounds. Doors & trunk must be free of all glass, plastic and chrome items.

4. Maximum of 5 gallons of gas in tank. Gas tank must be REMOVED AND RELOCATED in the back seat and properly secured and covered.

5. No special bumpers, extra weights, trailer hitches, locked rear ends, special lifts, blocks, shackles, or any reinforcements (other than doors) will be permitted.

6. All doors and wagon gates MUST be strapped, wired, chained, or welded shut or you will be disqualified. All auto body parts MUST be in original location.

7. Safety belts and helmets are required.

8. NO DRIVER OR PITMEN UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR DANGEROUS DRUGS will be allowed to participate or enter the fairgrounds.

9. Inspection of cars will be made by the derby officials prior to the derby. Their decision will be final.

10. Carburetors must be accessible, by either a hole in the hood or removable cover.

11. All trunks MUST be empty of debris, junk, spare tire, etc.

12. All batteries and gas tanks must be covered with rubber or plastic to avoid punctures and spills.

13. Tires must be DOT approved. NO ag tires or ag treads on DOT tires.

REMOVAL OF CARS

Each driver MUST arrange for removal of their car within 24 hours, or they will be towed away at owners expense.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT:

Brett Mackert 624-4490    Joe Williams 558-7445    Harry Halker w)624-4362 or h)624-4320