2010 DIVISION RULES

MEMBERSHIP: Any person or persons who undertakes to participate in a SLPS sanctioned event shall be deemed to be acquainted and familiar with these rules and their Approved Membership Application shall constitute their acceptance of all rules and regulations.

1. Eligibility Any person shall be eligible for membership regardless of sex, color, creed or national origin. The membership shall run from January 1 (or the date the dues are received) through December 31 of the same year.

2. Competition All competitors/drivers must be members of the Series. All drivers must be 16 years of age or older and be a licensed driver. If a driver is under 18 years of age, they must have a legal written consent from their parents or guardians.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. All drivers must use their legal name at all SLPS sanctioned events.

2. It is the responsibility of all drivers and car owners to know and understand the rules and regulations of SLPS as stated in this book.

3. All safety equipment worn by the driver must be available for inspection at any time.

4. Car owners will be responsible for the actions of their driver and crew members both on and off the track.

5. The use of alcoholic beverages and/or non-prescription drugs is prohibited by any driver or crew members before or during the day’s racing events. Alcohol cannot be consumed in the pits until all racing for all divisions has been completed for the day/night and track allows it. The use of illegal drugs is not condoned at any time.

6. All members are responsible for conducting themselves in a manner which will not be detrimental to SLPS. Conduct that is judged to be detrimental to the interests of SLPS can and will result in penalties including suspension, fines, loss of points and/or prize money at the discretion of the Board of Directors.

7. No car will be operated in the pit area at a high rate of speed or in an unsafe manner.

TECHNICAL INSPECTION TECHNICAL INSPECTOR: The technical inspector will have the authority to disqualify any car for the nights racing program if the car is not suitable for competition. The technical inspector shall have the discretion to levy up to a $50 fine for subsequent repeated technical violations. The fine must be paid prior to racing the event. Penalties shall be turned over to the Board of Directors.

TECHNICAL INSPECTION: At pre-race inspection, the Technical inspector can thoroughly examine any car. No car will be allowed on the track until it has successfully completed technical inspection. Any car which is in an accident involving possible chassis damage must be inspected before it will be allowed to compete in any racing event. The responsibility for presenting the car for inspection and obtaining approval for competition rests with the driver. Any car can be reinspected at any time at the discretion of the Technical Inspector. At post race and random Tech inspection, if an engine is declared illegal by the tech inspector using the non-invasive tests, the owner will have the right to, then and there, disassemble the engine for direct measurement of the bore and stroke. If the engine is found to be legal, upon presentation of a paid receipt the owner will be reimbursed by the SLPS Board of Directors for the reasonable cost of gaskets and/or seals necessary to carry out the inspection only. This does not include any labor charges. This is not applicable to a protested engine where a fee has already been collected.

DRIVERS PERSONAL SAFETY EQUIPMENT

1. Every driver must have a SA00 (Special Application) Snell approved or newer full face helmet. The Snell Sticker designating compliance with the standard must be permanently affixed to the helmet.

2. Race suit of approved Nomex or equivalent suits are mandatory. Safety harness, arm restraints, Nomex gloves and safety neck brace (support/collar) are mandatory. A head and neck device such as a HANS Device is acceptable. A one piece suit, Nomex underwear, Nomex hoods, face mask, Nomex socks, racing shoes, sternum strap and a roll cage safety net are highly recommended. These items are for your own safety and well being.

3. Fire extinguishers are mandatory in any SLPS sanctioned event. Each pit must have a minimum of an operable 2 ½ pound ABC extinguisher in an easily accessible location. SLPS strongly advises the use of an onboard fire suppressant system.

PROTEST

1. The technical inspector has the right to check any car at any time without a protest. All monies and points for the car being checked will be withheld until the Technical Inspector makes his decision. If the car is legal, all monies and points will be awarded as normal. If the car is illegal, all monies and points for that event will be forfeited.

2. Written protests on the car ($30) or on the engine ( $100) must be presented to the Board of Directors with the appropriate funds. If the protester is proven wrong, the protested car owner receives the protest fees. If the protester is proved correct, the protest fee will be returned. The illegal car owner or driver will forfeit all points and monies earned at the event and can be suspended 30 days, effective that date. If an owner or driver repeats the same infraction, a one-year (1) suspension will be effective that dates.

3. Anyone with the intent of filing a general protest and is physically able to do so must do so at the race track the night of the incident after completion of our racing events and must do so with the Board Members in attendance. If the Board Members cannot be in attendance at the same time or if the driver if physically unable to file a protest at the track, the driver or representative can file a written protest within 72 hours after the incident. The Board of Directors would then make the final ruling at least 24 hours prior to the next race date.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS As of December 2008, the engine rules are either One (1) 1975 through a current year, liquid cooled two a cycle snowmobile engine with a maximum overbore of .060" or a maximum displacement of 609cc whichever is smaller. The Rotas 521 engine with 583 conversion kits is allowed. Or One (1) four cycle motorcycle engine 750 cc with .060" overbore permitted or one (1) free air or fan a cooled snowmobile engine, maximum 609cc.

ENGINES: Manufactured standard and readily available. Self starting, recoil or electric start mandatory. Push start allowed only with Board approval. All motorcycle engines must retain and use the stock transmission and stock style clutch. All engines must be factory "stock" only. No aftermarket heads, cylinders, etc. No porting of any kind. No prototype or experimental engines allowed. The Yamalaris Triple and Decker Triple are considered to be prototype engines.

MECHANICAL & GENERAL CAR SPECS: The basic design of the car must be suitable for racing with particular emphasis on safety. All SLPS rules, especially safety rules, must be met by all cars at all times. Cars not complying with the rules will not be allowed to compete. NOTE: There will be no grace period granted to any car that allows it to complete without meeting SLPS rules that govern safety or car performance.

WHEELBASE: Minimum 80" to 86" maximum axle center to center

WIDTH: Must not exceed 64" overall, measured from sidewall to sidewall. No part of the car may protrude beyond the widest part of the tires or wheels.

APPEARANCE: All cars must be neat, clean and painted. The Board of Directors has the right to disqualify any car that does not present a suitable appearance. All cars must have the Super Modified, Indy or Formula styling. No midget, mini sprint or sprint car design tail pieces allowed.

BODY: Full body with open wheels. All body parts will be intact and securely mounted to the frame. No part of the body may cover the top of the tires. The lower part of the driver’s body must be enclosed at all times that the car is operated on the track. Top and sides of side pods should be fully enclosed and are mandatory. The back of the pod must be at least one-half the width or more of the rear tires.

WEIGHT: 750lbs. car and driver minimum after a race. If additional weight is required, all ballast must be solid and permanently attached to the car. Total ballast weight cannot exceed 30lbs. All ballast must be painted white and clearly marked with the car number. If ballast is not properly painted and marked with car number and falls from car during competition, the car will be disqualified from the days competition events.

WINGS: Rear wings or panels will be used for the car number and shall not be mounted directly over the top of the roll cage. Both side panels of wing are to be of same width and height dimensions and be no higher than the roll cage. Wings cannot be attached to the main roll cage. The leading edge of the wing cannot be further forward than the leading edge of the rear tire. The core of the wing cannot exceed 32" front to rear. Vertical side fences or vertical wings cannot be used unless they are a part of a horizontal wing system. Wing width shall not exceed the width of the car including the tires. The rear wing cannot extend more than 34" beyond the rear of the rear tires. Front wing end plates, if used, must be flexible plastic or rubber only so as not to be a danger to other competitors.

CAR IDENTIFICATION: All cars must have a minimum 10" high number/s on both sides of rear wing panel and a minimum 8" high number/s on top front (hood) of car. Rear wing side panels must be painted and cannot be bare metal. Numbers must be painted in contrasting colors. No three digit numbers allowed. Each car must be marked "Pro" in 3" letters anywhere on the side of the car visible to the crowd.

SUSPENSION: Any design suitable for racing speeds and stresses. The total cost for one car set of spring units and shock absorbers must not exceed $800.00 No independent rear suspensions allowed. All fasteners that attach suspension components to the frame, spindle or axle must be safety wired, cotter keyed or pinned to prevent unintentional loosening. The Technical Inspector can disqualify any suspension deemed unsafe.

REAR AXLE: one 1-1/4" minimum diameter solid axle allowed or 1" diameter axle will be allowed supported by 4 bearings, one within 1" of the right and left rear hubs. No hollow or tubular axles allowed. No aluminum allowed.

AXLE AND SPINDLE NUTS Both front and rear must be safety wired or cotter keyed.

HUBS: Rear hubs made of steel must be reinforced with gussets. Rear hubs of aluminum must be of one-piece construction equivalent to Micro-Belmont design.

WHEELS: Must be void of any defects, with no holes other than manufactured.

MAXIMUM WIDTH TO BE 10" WITH A DIAMETER OF EITHER 10" OR 13". No steel ATV type wheels allowed. No modifying existing wheels to make a wider wheel.

TIRES: Racing type, Hoosier type tire 10"or 13", compound to be LC3 or harder. Must be in good condition without any visible flaws. No cutting sides of tread. Maximum tire width to be 10" manufacturer spec. No softening, chemically or otherwise, will be tolerated.

TIRE COMPOUND: As indicated on tire sidewall to be that designated by the manufacturer as Hoosier type tire LC3 or harder.

BRAKES: All hydraulic connections to be tight and free from leaks. Four wheel brakes are mandatory. One 9" disc 3/16" thick. Rear caliper cannot be mounted on the sprocket. Separate brake fluid systems for the front and the back. Two master cylinders or one with dual reservoirs so front is independent of rear and operated by a single pedal. Flexible lines must be steel braided brake hose and attached to steel lines with double flare or ISO flare fittings.

DRIVE TRAIN: Must be Chain or Cog Belt drive to axle. CHAIN OILERS ARE NOT ALLOWED!

THROTTLE: Cars are to be equipped with foot operated throttles. Throttle must have a spring, which will close throttle when released.

THROTTLE AND BRAKE MOUNTING: Pedals are to be securely mounted to the frame. Pedals cannot be mounted to the belly pan of the car.

KILL SWITCHES: Two electrical switches are required in good working condition. One in the driver’s compartment within easy reach of the driver and one near the top right hand side of the roll cage. Both switches should be wired so that they will be off in the down position and clearly labeled.

ROLL CAGE: Will be a minimum of 1-1/4" (1.250) O.D. Seamless mild steel tubing with a wall thickness of .095 and minimum bend radius of 4-1/2". All roll cage welded joints will have a gusset or strengthening plate welded in place, the gusset will be a minimum of 13 ga. (.0897) or a rolled double plate of 19 gauge (.0418) mild steel, it will extend 2" down both legs of the cage joint as measured from the inside edge of the tubing joint and all exposed edges will be protected so as not to be a hazard to the driver. Roll cage must consist of a 4-point cage with a top hoop. Cage should enclose driver in case of rollover. The driver’s head with the helmet on must be a minimum of 2" below the line drawn across the roll cage from front to rear and side to side. No driver will be allowed on the track if this rule is in violation! Cage is to be open at top to remove driver in case of emergency. Driver is to be able to see 90 degrees on both sides. No holes are to be drilled in upright bars except for mounting holes to secure cage to chassis. No brazing is allowed. A 3/16" hole may be drilled by the Tech Inspectors only in the tip crossbar. Rollover protection must be provided above the leg area. Roll bars must have bracing to the lower frame. All welds must be exposed and visible at all times. No padding or tape can be used on the welds. Driver’s arm’s must be restrained inside the roll cage. A roll cage designed like a top fuel dragster will be allowed. Must have enough room to remove driver through front opening, and must be made of same material and specs as per existing car rules. Before roll cage can be used, detailed plans must be submitted to the Tech Inspector & Board of Directors for approval.

SIDE ENTRY BARS: To be made of 1"OD .095 wall mild steel tubing and to be installed horizontally on the right and left side of the roll cage at a height that will aid in protecting driver from another car or loose road wheel, but will allow driver to exit from the cockpit.

FRAME: Of safe design, void of any defects, which would impair the safety of the vehicle. Particular attention should be given to all welds. All sharp edges in the leg compartment should be padded. Padding is mandatory in the helmet area on the roll cage. No padding or tape can be used on any welds.

CLUTCH GUARD: The clutch guard cover must cover clutches front and rear and side facing the driver. Guard must cover down to the lowest axle shaft of the two clutches and the full width of the clutches, not including the bolt to secure clutches on the axle shafts or crankshaft. The guard must be of solid material and a minimum of 3/32" thick steel or 3/16" thick aluminum with no holes (other than mounting holes) in the minimum protected area.

COOLANT: Water only. NO antifreeze allowed.

MIRRORS: Mirrors are optional, right or left, or both sides, maximum diameter 6". Mirrors must be securely mounted to frame member. One "wink" style mirror mounted as a unit to the inside of the roll cage can be used in place of outside mirrors. Any mirror must not interfere with driver safety or vision.

RADIOS: No radio or communication devices of any kind allowed during competition events.

SEAT BELTS & SHOULDER HARNESS: Driver restraint systems will be of racing design and will consist of 3" seat belts and shoulder harness, a submarine strap and arm restraints and will incorporate a quick release buckle. They will have no visible flaws (i.e. burns, tears, etc.) will not be more than four (4) years old, and have a date stamp affixed. The year of manufacture (regardless of month/day) will be the date used for validation. They must be installed with no less than grade #5 bolts. The use of an approved seat belt harness and harness is mandatory.

SEAT BELTS

*Metal to metal quick release buckle

*Belt material to be as short as possible

*Belt must be worn as tight as possible

*Belt must run across the pelvic area, not the stomach

*Crotch belt is mandatory

*Arms restraints are mandatory

EXHAUST SYSTEM: Which protrude the outer limits of the car body will have a 2" diameter washer welded to the end of the stinger or mufflers. Exhaust noise will be measured 100' from the start/finish line and will not exceed 90DBA. Mufflers shall be packed at all times. If a car is found in violation it will be disqualified until repairs are made.

FUEL TANK: 5 gallon maximum. Any tank over 3 gallons must have a bladder, must not impair operation of the car or exceed the length of width of the race car. All tanks must be securely affixed to the car. All tanks must have a safety catch, which will keep the cap from opening or coming off in the event of an accident. No pressurized fuel systems are allowed. No nitrogen substances or additives allowed. All fuel tanks must be mounted so that they are protected from other cars. No fuel tank can be mounted in the driver’s compartment.

GASOLINE: Commercial pump gas only. No additives. No Ethanol.

CARBURETORS: Carburetors only, NO Yamaha Circle M carbs allowed. A factory fuel injection unit with factory ECM will be allowed in OEM configuration only those engines originally equipped with factory fuel injection. After market modifications & non-OEM fuel injection or retrofitting older engines are not allowed.

FUEL LINES: Must be safety wired or clamped at all connections.

STEERING: Shall be of a suitable design, in proper working order and adjusted for maximum safety. All steering bolts, nuts and axle nuts must be tightened and safety wired or cotter keyed. All bolts used in stress area such as steering or suspension must be of Grade #5 as minimum. Chain, cable or belt linkage is prohibited.

BUMPERS: No roller bumpers or exposed front bumpers are allowed. Rear bumpers are mandatory and will be of sufficient strength to raise the car off the ground with the driver on board. Bumper must not be designed to be a hazard to other competitors. All rear bumpers will be hoop bumpers and must extend to within one half the width of the rear tire as a minimum. The top of the rear bumper should be no lower than the centerline of the rear axle height or no higher than the top of the rear tires. Cars with a main frame width at the extreme front less that 10" must be raced with front wings in place. The bare wing bar or the nose without wings are not acceptable configurations for cars with these narrow noses.

CATCH CAN: All cars with a radiator must have at least a pint capacity container with an overflow tube securely fastened to cap and radiator. Container must be vented.

WHEEL WEIGHTS: Clip-on weights are not allowed. Duct tape is to be placed over all wheel weights.

BATTERIES: Batteries are to be mounted in a secure and protected battery box, away from the fuel cap filler area, and properly vented. Terminals must be covered against accidental sparking. SLPS recommends the use of "Gel Cell" or a totally sealed type battery that will not leak under any circumstances.

POINTS OF EMPHASIS :

DRIVERS MEETING: Prior to each race there shall be a meeting of all competitors. THE BOARD HAS THE RIGHT TO DISQUALIFY ANY DRIVER NOT REPRESENTED.

NEW DRIVERS: Start at the rear of each race for a minimum of 2 races or until the Board of Directors deem the driver is capable of handling a race car in competition. A new driver (rookie) is considered for "Rookie of the Year Award" during their first season of racing only and is based on points.

STARTS: All cars must get in position on the parade laps (s). They must remain in position unless they have a mechanical failure. In case of mechanical failure the reset of the pack shall move up.

(A.) The race will not be delayed for cars that drop out of the parade lap. Cars entering the pits on a parade lap will not be allowed to restart.

(B.) The lead car shall set an even pace to keep the field lined up.

(C.)The start shall be official when the green flag is dropped.

(D.) The Board has the right to disqualify any driver violating these rules.

(E.)When cars are lined up and started for a race, any car not in proper position will start in the rear.

(F.) "Jumping" starts will not be tolerated. 1 warning per racing program, then Black flag.

SPIN OUTS: Any car or driver that spins out or leaves the track to avoid a collision will be allowed to continue racing, provided the car engine is running and the driver is capable to drive back onto the race track without help from the track personnel or pit crew. Car and driver will return to the track in such a manner as not to interfere with any car or driver racing on the track. Cars involved in an accident may be required to stop for an inspection by officials. JRP Speedway has a 2 spin rule. You cause 2 yellow flags from spinning, you will be sent to the pit area.

ROUGH DRIVING: Any driver guilty of rough driving, i.e. ramming, chopping, intentionally blocking, racing under yellow or red flag conditions, generally over driving in the opinion of SLPS Board of Directors can be black flagged and can loose all money, trophies and points earned for that night and be suspended from additional racing by decision of the Board of Directors.

REPEATED INCIDENTS: If any car/driver causes 3 racing incidents (excluding non-contact spinouts) in one night (including hot laps) the driver will be suspended for the rest of the night and all earned points and money will be suspended for the night. If the above happens 3 times in one year, the driver will be suspended for the remainder of the season. The driver will have an opportunity to appeal to the Board of Directors for a reversal of the decision.

TRACK SAFETY: Any car that is not able to continue racing due to a stalled car, etc. and is on the track, infield or outside the perimeter of the track, the driver must stay strapped in the race car with all safety equipment on until the safety crew arrives or the race has stopped, with the obvious exception of fire. Any driver who gets out of their car during green, yellow or red periods, except when directed by track or race officials, or in case of fire, will be disqualified. Any car that is spilling fuel or water on the track will receive the black flag and return to the pits. No one from the pits or crew will be allowed on the race track once the race has started. The only exception is permission from the Pit Steward during a yellow or red to help get a car off the track and into the pits.

AUTHORITY: The board of directors has the same authority as the Tech Inspector(s) on and off the track regarding an ill handling car and safety problems.

COMPLAINTS: All verbal complaints against a driver for poor sportsmanship, rough driving and ill handling cars are to be made to the Board of Directors. The Board must then talk to the driver against who the complaint is made and the driver will be required to make corrections if deemed necessary. All written protests are to go to the Board of Directors. The crew is not to be allowed in discussions between drivers. Complaints regarding on track calls or incidents go to the Board of Directors.

DO NOT confront/argue with a track official. Confrontations with track officials could be deemed detrimental to the class and will result in a wide range of penalties.

**ACTIONS DETRIMENTAL TO THE ASSOCIATION CAN AND WILL RESULT IN A WIDE RANGE OF PENALTIES.**

TEMPORARY PERMIT: A temporary permit to run with this association, at one event is allowed, IF THE CAR AND DRIVER MEET THE SLPS RULES! The said temporary permit is issued on a weekly basis only. Temporary permit must be received from the Board of Directors.

ERRORS AND OMISSIONS: THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS HAS THE DISCRETIONARY POWER TO INTERPRET THE RULES. ERRORS AND OMISSIONS IN THE RULE BOOK WILL BE DEFINED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND MUST BE SO NOTED IN WRITING AND DEFINED ONLY ONCE FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE SEASON. SLPS WILL HOLD ONE ATTENDANCE MANDATORY RULES MEETING AT THE END OF EACH RACING SEASON. (NOVEMBER) PROPOSED RULE CHANGES/COMMENTS IN WRITING VIA EMAIL OR PAPER/PEN SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AT LEAST 3 WEEKS (OCTOBER) PRIOR TO SCHEDULED MEETING DATE. RULE CHANGE PROPOSALS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED OR DISCUSSED THE NIGHT OF THE MEETING. THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS IN DIRECT COMMUNICATION WITH THE TECHNICAL INSPECTORS ARE THE ONLY ONES AUTHORIZED TO MANDATE A RULE CHANGE. ALL SLPS MEETINGS WILL BE HELD AT THE JRP SPEEDWAY CLUBHOUSE IN TULSA OKLAHOMA.