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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
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Driver MUST be at least 18 years old.
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Driver MUST furnish his/her own car OR HAVE
SOMEONE SPONSOR HIS/HER CAR.
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American cars or station wagons are allowed. NO
jeeps, trucks, carryalls, convertibles, ambulances, Imperials, etc.
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Drivers and pitmen MUST sign a release form
prior to race time.
PARTICIPATION REGULATIONS
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Drivers may maneuver forward or backward.
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NO deliberate head-ons or hitting opponents drivers door
or passenger side door.
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If driver does not hit another car within ONE minute,
that driver shall be disqualified. DO NOT play "possum". NO
team driving.
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Driver and passenger MUST remain in car, with helmets
on, until heat is over and they are outside of arena.
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All drivers and pitmen MUST attend the Pit Meeting
prior to the Derby.
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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.
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Decision of the Judges is final on winners and
disqualifications.
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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.
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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".
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Video tapes are not allowed to be used to contest Judges
decision.
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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.
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No camping in pit area.
HEATS
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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
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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.
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All drivers, co-drivers, and pitmen must be signed up prior
to drivers meeting. NO EXCEPTIONS.
PREPARATION OF CARS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Maximum of 5 gallons of gas in tank. Gas tank must be
REMOVED AND RELOCATED in the back seat and properly secured and covered.
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No special bumpers, extra weights, trailer hitches, locked
rear ends, special lifts, blocks, shackles, or any reinforcements (other
than doors) will be permitted.
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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.
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Safety belts and helmets are required.
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NO DRIVER OR PITMEN UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR
DANGEROUS DRUGS will be allowed to participate or enter the
fairgrounds.
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Inspection of cars will be made by the derby officials prior
to the derby. Their decision will be final.
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Carburetors must be accessible, by either a hole in the hood
or removable cover.
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All trunks MUST be empty of debris, junk, spare tire, etc.
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All batteries and gas tanks must be covered with
rubber or plastic to avoid punctures and spills.
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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 |