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Racing at Virginia Motorsports Park
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Track Rules
Street Boss Series
Ultimate Pro Street
Natural
Outlaws
Gear
Jammers Nostalgia
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Alcoholic Beverages
Participating drivers and crewmembers are not permitted to consume alcoholic
beverages while the Participant is still racing. Alcoholic beverages are
not permitted in RESTRICTED AREAS!
Auto Start
Once both vehicles are pre-staged and the first vehicle stages, the second
car has fifteen seconds to stage before the tree is automatically activated.
This predetermined amount of time is referred to as "Time Out".
If the second car fails to stage before the system "Times Out".
It will be given a red light.
Burn Outs
All burn outs must be within the designated areas only and using water
only. Crewmembers are NOT permitted to hold or touch the vehicle during
the burn out. Only those vehicles allowed to do so by the 2004 IHRA Rulebook
are permitted to cross the Starting Line during their burn out.
Buybacks
First Round losers have the option of buying back. Buybacks will run in
2nd Round. No points will be given for any Racer who wins the Buyback
Round and continues to race.
Bye Runs
The Winner of the Bogey Race will receive the Bye Run in the first round.
If an even number of cars run, the Bye Run will carry until it is used.
For second round until conclusion of the race, Bye Runs will be picked
by computer, according to best reaction time from the previous round.
You can receive only one Bye Run per race. One second will be added to
the reaction time of any racer who already had a bye, to insure that one
driver does not qualify for two bye runs.
Class Specifications (All Classes)
Stutter boxes and "Timed Down Track Throttle Stops"
are prohibited. All traction control devices are prohibited unless OEM
equipment for vehicle is used.
Class Specifications (Non-Electronics) for Modified
No electronics allowed. Single Stage Line Lock only on Non Drive Wheels.
No Timer on Nitrous System. No Air, pneumatic or Electric Shifters allowed.
No Trans Brakes. Clutch Operated Cars are allowed to run Two Steps. No
Delay Boxes. Shift Lights are legal. The illegal electronic item may not
be disconnected, it must be completely removed from the vehicle. Factory
(OEM) installed computers are allowed. Door cars only. Left steer roadsters
permitted.
Class Specifications (Electronics) for TOP ET
Delay Boxes, Trans Brakes, Two Steps, Playback Tachs, Air Throttles, used
as Launch Control Devices, factory (OEM) installed computers will be allowed,
but no lap top computers while in competition are allowed. On board computers,
data recorders and wheel pickup sensing devices will not be allowed. The
illegal electronic item may not be disconnected, it must be completely
removed from the vehicle. No throttle control devices.
Contingency Awards
Contingency will be verified after the final round of eliminations. To
be eligible for contingency awards, the following criteria must be adhered
to:
VMP and Sponsor Decals must be placed on both sides of the vehicle; All
decals and products must be on the entry prior to the first round of eliminations;
and decals must not be altered or overlaid.
Dial-Ins
All cars must have their vinyl number and dial-in on the left side of
the vehicle. Bodied cars must also have their number and dial-in on the
back windshield. Bikes are required to have plates mounted on the left
side of the vehicle showing Bike Number and Dial-In. All Dial-Ins must
be legible in the tower. By staging the vehicle, ALL
competitors have accepted their dial-in and all track conditions. NO changes
may be made to dial-in after the vehicle crosses the ready line at the
head of staging and proceeds under the tower. It is the RESPONSIBILITY
OF THE DRIVER to check the dial-in boards and scoreboards for
proper dial-in. There will be NO re-runs because of incorrect
dial-in for either competitor.
Disqualification for the Event
All standard disqualification rulings and guidelines of event operations,
as covered in the 2004 IHRA Rule Book, will be utilized while conducting
all VMP drag racing events. Additional rules involving possible
disqualification may be imposed at the absolute discretion of the Track
Officials. Penalty for cheating: Track Discretion. Penalty depends
on severity of infraction. Decision will be made by Track Manager and/or
Race Director.
Disqualification for the Season
Any racer in possession of illegal equipment in his or her car for their
class who have been verbally warned once, will be permanently disqualified
from the Points Program for the 2004 racing season. Any points that were
accumulated prior to the second infraction will be forfeited.
Eliminator Time Breaks
The eliminator structure will remain in effect with the following time
breaks:
Eighth
Mile
Quarter Mile
TOP ET
0-7.99
0-12.99
Modified All
Run 9.01-Slower
Motorcycle All
Run
14.49 - Quicker
Street Points 7.00-Slower
10.00-Slower
Muscle Street
All Run
14.49-Quicker
Street Challenge
All Run 14.50-Slower
Junior Dragster
7.90 - Slower N/A
Express Tech
All Registered Racers are eligible for Express Tech. Each Registered Racer
will be given one Express Tech Sticker, after completion of Tech, per
vehicle registered. If original vehicle is no longer in use, the original
sticker must be turned in prior to receiving a new sticker for the new
vehicle. VMP reserves the right to re-inspect the vehicle during any event.
Firearms/Glass Containers
No firearms or glass containers are ever permitted. Violation of this
provision WILL RESULT IN REMOVAL FROM THE PARK AND POSSIBLE ARREST.
Gold Club Parking
Gold Club Parking: Registered Racer $225. Gold Club Parking will be honored
at the following events only: ET Points Races(except June 20th), Nite
of Fire, Pumpkin Pickin’ Shootout and both Raider ET Challenges..
Each Gold Club Parking Space purchased includes one Gold Club Buyback.
The Gold Club Buyback can be used ONCE in lieu of money
for any regular Buyback at events where Gold Club Parking is honored.
Insurance Regulations
You MUST BE 16 years of age to operate any wheeled vehicle
and 14 years of age for access into restricted areas
with a Crew Ticket and a signed Parental Waiver. Violations will not be
tolerated.
Junior Dragsters
Junior Dragsters will be limited to one pull back after completing
the burnout. They will be allowed one pull back in case of over staging
in addition to the one pull back already mentioned, but this is done by
the starter. No one other than track officials are allowed past the Starting
Line Cones. Junior's must stage themselves. Junior Dragsters will get
two time runs. Jackshaft Counters may be run during time trials but MUST
be disconnected during eliminations. No wheel sensors allowed.
Lane Choice in Eliminations
Lane Choice is determined by which lane you enter as long as two staging
lanes of opposite sides are full. If vehicles are in single file, lane
choice is determined by the first car out of the staging lane. Once Paired
by computer, lane choice will be decided by Reaction Time from the previous
round of competition. One second will be added to the reaction time of
any racer who already had a Bye to insure that one driver does not qualify
for more than one Bye Run. However, this one second addition will not
effect who gets lane choice. Lane Choice will be based on actual reaction
times from the previous round.
Lane Choice for Time Trials
The lane you enter determines lane choice. Lanes 1, 3, 5, and 7 will put
you in the left lane. Lanes 2,4, 6, and 8 will put you in the right lane.
Final lane choice will be determined by Track Officials.
Vehicle Competition Numbering
All vehicles will be required to have their track code (VM for Virginia
Motorsports Park) and their competition number PERMANENTLY
displayed on all four sides for bodied cars, both sides for open bodied
cars and motorcycles. The track code must be the same size as the number.
Pairing
Top ET, and Modified will be Paired by computer starting with 16 cars
or less based on Reaction Time from the previous round of competition.
Motorcycles will be Paired by computer starting with 8 bikes or less based
on Reaction Time from the previous round of competition. Junior Dragsters
will be Paired and Lane Choice decided by card draw prior to first round.
Points Registration
You must register to participate in the ET Points Series prior to the
5th event of the series.
Purse Payout
You must participate in the round in order to get paid for that round.
If you break after money rounds start, you must notify Race Control. All
purse pay out checks will be mailed to the qualified contestants the first
regularly scheduled workday after the race.
Racer Refunds
Racer’s that fail tech or break prior to First Round must have Tech
sign off on their ticket. A refund based on the current Refund Policy
posted in Race Control will be given that day only. Should an activity
cause the race to be cancelled prior to completion of First Round, the
full price, less Racer Fund contribution, will be refunded at the ticket
gate that day only.
Restricted Areas
Competitors and Crewmembers may enter portions of the Restricted Areas
only while wearing the proper wristband. Wristbands are given after the
proper waiver is signed at the Technical Inspection Station or Race Control.
Restricted Areas include the Staging Lanes, Starting Line, Race Track,
Return Roads, Chase Road, Short Road, and other areas marked as Restricted.
Spectator/Crew Refunds
Should an activity cause the race to be cancelled prior to completion
of First Round, the full price will be refunded at the ticket gate that
day only.
Starting Line Area
The following formula will be used to determine the maximum number of
crewmembers allowed past the Ready Line at the Head of Staging: TOP ET=1,
Modified=1, Motorcycle=1, Street Points=1, Junior Dragster=2, and Test
and Tune=1. Once pre-staged light is lit, crew member(s) must be behind
the retaining wall.
Team Points Registration
You must register to participate as a Team, with a maximum of two members
allowed, prior to the 5th event of the series.
Tie Breaker
If a tie occurs in the first 20 positions in the final points
standings for all classes, reaction times from winning rounds of all points
races will be averaged. The best and the worst will be discarded. the
driver with the best average wins the tie.
Trans Brake Testing
There will be no testing of Trans Brakes anywhere including the Pits,
Staging Lanes or in the Tunnel.
Warm Ups
Any time the vehicle is running, whether the vehicle is parked on the
pavement or on jack stands, the driver or crewmember MUST REMAIN
IN THE VEHICLE. Vehicles may be warmed up in the pits, 15 miles
per hour speed limit MUST be observed.
No
Speed Limits!!! NO Second Chances!!!
First To The Line Finish!
Who's
Gonna be the NEW Boss in Town?
2004 Rules and Regulations
Virginia Motorsports Park reserves the right to change
or alter any rule to insure safety and fair competition
Battery:
Trunk installation is permitted. Two batteries are allowed.
Body: Fiberglass allowed. Customizing restricted
to paint only. Body must not be altered in
height, length, width, or contour. Use of fiberglass is restricted to
hood, front fenders, bumpers, and deck lid. All body panels must be stock
dimensions. Rear wings allowed. No one piece front clips.
Bumpers: May be replaced with exact duplicate
in fiberglass.
Carburetor: Nitrous Cars – Single or
dual carbs allowed. Non-nitrous cars – Single or dual
four-barrel allowed. Any modifications allowed except splitting carbs.
Blower,
Supercharger and Turbo allowed. One Type Power Adder Only
Cylinder Heads: Any cylinder heads allowed
with any modification.
Engine: Any internal combustion reciprocating
engines are accepted. External and dry sump.
Oiling systems are allowed.
Exhaust Systems: Mufflers required.
Fender Splash Pans: Not required. Shock towers
or spring towers may be modified. Aluminum splash pans are allowed.
Firewall: May be modified for distributor
clearance only and must be refinished. Other alterations are prohibited.
Engine must not touch firewall. Must be sealed.
Floor: Area from firewall to rear of trunk
may be replaced. Removable trans tunnel permitted.
Frame: Rear frame may be modified or replaced
from the bottom radius of the firewall to rear of car. Cross members may
be modified or fabricated for transmissions, shocks, and traction bars.
Front to rear frame strengthening members may be added. If material passes
through floor, floor must be welded to member, leaving no holes. If cross
member is altered for oil pan installation, all material and strength
must be replaced by boxing or installing removable or permanent material.
Fuel: Gasoline only. Methanol prohibited.
Hood: Fiberglass is accepted. Any size hood
scoop is acceptable.
Instruments: Dashboard mandatory. Optional
instruments permitted.
Nitrous Oxide: Plate and/or fogger. 2 stages
only.
Radiator: Any type automotive radiator is
mandatory. Stock or electric water pump mandatory.
Roll Cage: Mandatory – Must meet IHRA
rules.
Spoilers: Acceptable
Street Equipment: Head lights and tail lights
must function. Must remain stock appearing.
Suspension: Bolt on front frames and coil
overs allowed. No struts unless
original equipment. Rack and pinion may be used to replace original steering
box and tubular control arms. Coil over for front end, bolt on tubular
A arms allowed. Rear suspension may be changed or modified. Suspension
members, traction bars, or four links allowed.
Tires:
Front tires must have a minimum tread width of 4.5 inches. Rear tires
are not to exceed a 10.5” sidewall designated slick, no W’s
(width may not exceed 10.5” as measured) or 12.0” DOT approved
tire (tread width may not exceed 12” as measured) Maximum tire measurement
is regardless of rim size, inflation or wear. May run 16.5 maximum sidewall
designation. If over 12.0” (inches) measured – add 200 lbs.
Transmission: Full automatic with a maximum
of three forward speeds and a conventional torque converter or a clutch
operated 4-speed.
Upholstery: Mandatory door panels. Front
carpet optional. Two front seats required.
Aftermarket seats okay.
Weight: All weights will be determined at
track with no exceptions. It is your responsibility to weigh your car
before you qualify and there will be no under percentage.
Big Blocks – 3000 lbs. w/Driver
Small Blocks – 2800 lbs. w/Driver
Turbo – Add 200 lbs.
All entries must weigh in at scales after each Qualifying and Elimination
Round contested.
Windows: Windows and windshield must be in good condition and clear of
defects. Factory tinted safety glass okay. Front windows must be closed
during competition. Windshield must be DOT glass.
General: Reserved for any manufactured car
of which 500 units have been built and are showroom available. Heads up,
pro start, first to finish wins. (Pro .400 Tree, Manual Start) 1/8 Mile
Finish Line. Eight Car Field. No Crew person allowed past scales unless
accompanied by Track Official. All Cars must reach scales under own power
unless Broke Authorization by
Track Official. A qualified field will consist of tech approved cars with
an ET of 6.50 or quicker. Qualified field will be on a Pro Ladder based
on ET. If a qualified car fails to make 1st round call, the first alternate
will be inserted into field. The Broke qualified car will receive qualifying
points and money. Alternate car will receive elimination points and money.
Entry Fee: $40 (Car, Driver, and 1 Crew Person)
There will be a Season Points Championship. If you decide to enter Championship
points you must register your car and use the same designated number for
each race entered for the year. The fee is $50.00.
Street Boss Championship Points Series Purse
5 pts to Qualify $1,000 – Win
5 pts for #1 Qualifier $500 – Runner Up
11 pts for 1st Round Win $30 – To Qualify
10 pts per Round Win after 1st Round $30 – per Round Won
$250 – Low ET Qualifier
(Round money is not paid to Winner and Runner Up)
Street Boss Schedule: 1st Qualifying Round – 4pm
Ultimate
Pro Street
Fastest Street Cars in the World
All vehicles must pass IHRA ET Tech! Virginia Motorsports Park and promoter
reserves the right to change or alter any rule to insure safety and fair
competition.
1/4
Mile Finish Line 8
Car Field
Entry:
$70
1. IHRA Safety Rules
2. Al weights listed are “with driver”
3. Pro Ladders
4. No Cubic Inch Limit
5. Stock style and general shape car bodies
6. Must have working horn, headlights, taillights and mufflers
7. No nitro-methane
8. Cars meeting the “Spirit” of the rules will be allowed
to run
9. Any tire – 2,350 lb. Base weight (Converter driven trans –
no “power adders”)
10. Add 400 lbs. for power adders.
11. Add 250 lbs. for clutch driven transmission
12. Deduct 100 lbs. for non-turbo big block
13. Deduct 100 lbs. for small blocks with turbos.
14. Deduct 400 lbs. for blown small blocks
15. Deduct 500 lbs. for nitrous small blocks.
16. Call for clarification on any combination not clearly listed above
at 804-862-3174.
Purse
WINNER $5,000
Runner
Up $2,000
Semi
$600
1st
Round Loser $200
Low
ET Qualifier $500
1. Must be a door car
2. Any converter type automatic transmission allowed. Clutch type NOT
allowed.
3. Heads up .400 Pro Tree
4. Any tire size allowed
1. No full tube chassis. Must
be either stock front or rear frame rails.
2. Door cars only
3. Any transmission combo allowed
4. No tire larger than a 31 x 10.5w
5. 2900 lb. minimum weight. No car can weigh less than 2900 lbs with any
combination.
6. Small car block must weigh at least 2900 lbs. with driver
7. Big block cars or small blocks with turbo must weigh at least 3100
lbs. with driver
8. Big block with turbo must weigh at least 3200 lbs. with driver
9. True 10.5 tires allowed. 100lb. weight break. The 2900 lb. weight minimum
is still in effect
10. No buy backs Single eliminations
11. .400 pro tree
12. First offense is worst offense.
13. No qualifying. All pairings will be drawn from hat each round. All
run field.
14. If odd number of cars last car drawn will have bye run
15. Bye runs automatically rotate to top of list for next round. (No person
will have a bye run twice)
16. If there is an even number of cars in the semi's, 3rd and 4th place
will have a "run off" for 3rd place or they may split the money.
17. All winning cars must be weighed after their run before retruning
to the pits. Any car not weighing WILL be disqualified.
