USA FWD Stock Autocross, Figure 8, Bump N Run & Stock Derby Rules

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Each driver & mechanic has an obligation to read these rules. These are simple rules any driver may participate in these classes.

Driver Rules: All Work Must Be Done Before Entering the Pits!!

  • COMPACT FRONT WHEEL DRIVE OFF ROAD DERBY 4 & 6 CYL (STOCK)
  • COMPACT CROSSOVER SUV & MINI VAN OFF ROAD DERBY (STOCK)
  • 1980 NEWER NO FULL SIZE TRUCKS OR VANS – STOCK DEMO DERBY(STOCK)
  • COMPACT FRONT WHEEL DRIVE BONE STOCK FIGURE 8
  1. Entry fee is $50.00 day of show – with the exception of championship shows; entry includes the car and driver only. Officials reserve the right to reject or accept any and all registrations. Anyone under the age of 18 must have a parent signed waiver form.
  2. All drivers and pit crew members must be able to provide proof of age and picture ID – driver’s license or state issued photo ID card. This must be done at every event that he/she will be entering pit area – no exceptions.
  3. Only drivers and pit persons who sign a release form will be permitted in pit area.
  4. Any. There will be no drugs or alcohol in our pits.. At any time during a UMS or USA event a driver and/or pi driver/pit crew not obeying the rules will be disqualified. The driver is responsible for the actions of his/her pit crew in all respects t person(s) can be asked to leave event for any reason.
  5. Driver must wear long sleeve shirt, long pants and closed toe shoes – race suit and neck collar is recommended. Safety belts and full face helmets, with chin strap and eye protection are required. Safety harnesses are also recommended.
  6. ABSOLUTELY NO ALCOHOL ON GROUNDS. Anyone under the influence of intoxicating beverages or drugs prior to or during the race disqualifies the car and crew of the offending party.
  7. NO hot rodding in pit area, no passengers riding on vehicle.
  8. The fair association,USA and UMS will not be held responsible for personal property at any time.
  9. At any time during the event if any official rules a car unsafe it will be disqualified.
  10. If a vehicle is found illegal there will be no refund of the entry fee or pit passes.
  11. Drivers must attend the drivers meeting held approximately ½ hour before race time.
  12. All injuries must be reported before you leave the arena.
  13. The OFF-Road Derby will consist of heats; number of laps and direction will be determined at the driver’s meeting.
  14. Demo derbies may consist of 1 and done or heats and feature.

RULES

(FWD) Stock Autocross / Bump N Run

  1. Open to any year – FWD 4 or 6 cylinder front wheel drive car, mini van, crossover SUV or station wagon. STOCK DERBY IS OPEN TO ANY VEHICLE 1980 AND NEWER NO FULL SIZE TRUCKS OR VANS
  2. These are stock classes. Cars must remain stock. NO body creasing, folding, bending or shortening.
  3. IMPORTANT!! All glass must be removed and swept from vehicles, trim, door handles, plastic bumper covers, grill, head lamps and tail lamps must be removed BEFORE ARRIVING TO SHOW. You must have a chain or 9 wire from roof to dash area. Sunroof openings must be covered. You may use any seat including racing seat.
  4. AIR BAG SAFETY SYSTEMS (this includes activation charges) must be removed. If air bag or activation charge is deployed during heat you may be disqualified.
  5. You must have a 6” x 6” hole cut in hood & trunk for inspection. Under hood insulation must be removed.
  6. Hood & trunk may be fastened with chain wire , if wired or chained maximum of 6 spots. 2 of those 6 spots to bumper max or hood may be bolted in 2 spots.
  7. You MUST have a 24” x 24” sign with car number painted on each side of sign and placed upright and center of the roof of the car. MAKE SURE NUMBER IS CLEARLY VISIBLE FOR THE SCORE KEEPERS! If we can’t see your number, we can’t score you. Numbers will be first come, first serve.
  8. Driver’s door is the only door that can be completely welded. This door must also be padded on the inside.
  9. Driver’s door must have some kind of protection which will consist of plate, angle iron, or pipe – with no sharp edges. Must be bolted, welded or 9 gauge wired. No extruding bolts on driver’s door protection. This can be mounted inside, outside or through center of door. This is for driver’s protection only. All other doors can be wired or chained in up to 6 spots. Or you may weld 2 2”x2” plates on all other doors and trunk. C channel or angle iron must face towards door. Ends must be cut on 45 degree angle. No sharp edges. Door bars and gradder blades cannot exceed 60 inches long.
  10. Hood may be chained or wired only, up to 6 places, hood can be bolted in 2 spots.
  11. Stock gas tank can remain in stock location if in front of rear axle. If the tank is not in front of the rear axle it must be moved to back seat area inside the car. Factory tank and pump can be used. Any gas tank inside car must be securely fastened and covered. ANY leakage will lead to disqualification. It is recommended to add 2 additional straps to stock tank.
  12. Battery may be mounted in position of your choice and needs to be secure and covered. If in stock location battery must be covered with rubber and spray foam may be used to protect battery.
  13. Stock exhaust may be cut off under vehicle behind front seat – it must remain under car – no exhaust through hood.
  14. Stock emergency brake or a aftermarket will be allowed
  15. Rear ends must be stock, NO swapping of rear ends unless it is a direct bolt in. Must have brakes that work.
  16. Stock suspension – period!
  17. Frames – no welding of any kind. No pre-bending.
  18. Engine & transmission must be stock make & model of vehicle. No nitrous oxide. If UMS or USA feels engine is not stock you will be moved to Mod Class.
  19. You may relocate ECM computer and spray foamed.
  20. Engine & transmission may be chained or wired in 4 spots MAX. No welding. Upon inspection UMS and USA decision will be final.
  21. No skid plates, no radiator protection. You may use spray foam to hold radiator in.
  22. All vehicles must have ve (5) lug nuts and ve (5) lug studs on each wheel. 1” racing lug nuts strongly recommended. Supporting rim center is allowed. If it came with 4 then it needs 4.
  23. Tires must be of OEM nature. No cut tires, no snow tires, no exotic tires. Stock radial tires ONLY. Winter Force or Blizzard Grip type tires will be allowed. You may also have additional side wall, you may tube and you can have valve stem protectors. Donut spare may be used on back. No small after market rear tires. Decision of UMS and USA is final.
  24. Pre-ran vehicles that are damaged – you may fix broken, rusted or damaged parts, you may not make any stronger than how it came from factory. UMS and USA will make final decision on repairs.
  25. THIS RULE APPLIES TO OFF ROAD DERBY ONLY: you may do this for derby cars/vans if you want – but not required: Roll over protection – you must have a minimum of 1vertical post behind driver’s seat. You may also have one behind passenger seat. This must go from floor to ceiling with a minimum of 1/4” x 6” x 6” plate on each end. Must be bolted and/or welded. Post must be minimum 2” pipe or 2” x 2” square 1/8” tubing. An approved 4 point roll cage is recommended but not required. Bars coming o back of cage can go no further back than speaker deck outer door bars and grader blades cannot exceed 60 inches. All bars must be inside vehicle. All classes MAY have a seat bar that can run horizontal from B post to B post. No larger than 4” x 4” with a 6” x 6” plate on each end, must be bolted or welded.

Bumper rules : You may run the stock bumper that came on vehicle, or you may run any stock 1980 or newer non-chrome automobile type bumper. The only exception will be a 1980 newer chrome bumper skin lightly welded or bolted onto stock front bumper you will be allowed up to 6 inches of weld or 4 half inch bolts to secure chrome skin to a stockbumper You can add NO metal or bolts no welding to make this bumper any stronger unless stated. You are allowed 1 per side 4” wide x 6” long 1/4’” flat stock on top side of bumper to be lightly welded to frame sheet metal and top of bumper. Bumpers may be cut down to size and be no wider than front tires. Bumpers are not allowed to have sharp ends. This bumper rule is for all stock classes.

FOR THE STOCK DEMOLITION DERBY ONLY U CAN USE ANY VEHICLE 1980 NEWER 2WD WITH THE EXCEPTION NO FULL SIZE TRUCKS OR VANS.

At time of registration all drivers and pit personnel must sign a waiver and release of liability and indemnity agreement. These rules will govern all Unique Motor Sports and USA DEMOLITION DERBY events. All participants must comply with these rules and regulations, it is furthermore agreed that all entries, pit crew, driver, owner, sponsors, safety personnel, law enforcement will comply with these rules. No expressed or implied warranties of any kind. This is a guide set forth for the conduct of the sport and no way a guarantee against injury or death to the spectator, participant or official. Unique Motor Sports has the right to accept or reject any entrees without notice.

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