Post by bhthorp on Apr 23, 2018 21:48:09 GMT -5
THORP LIONS DEMOLITION DERBY
SUNDAY JUNE 3, 2018
APPROX. 2:00 P.M. NORTHSIDE PARK – AFTER PARADE
There will be two classes
1. Mid-Size Stock
2. Mid-Size Modified
There will be a Driver of the day and Maddog trophy
There will be a Power Wheels derby
PITS WILL OPEN AT 10:00 AM – CARS & DRIVERS MUST BE IN PITS BY 12:30
3 cars will be accepted after 12:30 & before 1:00 – providing they pay an additional $25.00 per car entry fee.
After fully reading, all rules please direct any questions Bill @715-828-8270. All decisions concerning the classification of vehicles, acceptability of vehicle modifications and non-standard equipment, driver conduct and the determination of finalists and winners are the sole responsibility of the event officials and judges.
Rules are posted on WeCrash.proboard.com. Any changes or clarifications will be updated and posted before May 15th
THE JUDGES DECISIONS ARE FINAL
Pit Passes: $15.00
Only cash will be accepted for Entry Fees and Pit Passes
EVENT RULES:
1. No one allowed in pits without a Pit Pass
2. All pit crew members must be at least 14 years old. People with pit passes must sign an insurance waiver
3. Absolutely NO children will be allowed in pits
4. Absolutely NO alcoholic beverages in the pit area. Any possession of alcoholic beverages in the Pit area will result in loss of Pit Pass with no refund along with removal from the Pit Area.
5. Drivers must be 14 years old and a parental or legal guardian must sign a form in person or bring it notarized when registering
6. All drivers are required to wear pants and shirts during competition. NO shorts are allowed for drivers. Approved safety helmets and seat belts are required. Eye protection, long sleeve shirts, and fire protective clothing is recommended
7. Thorp Lions Club reserves the right to approve, reject or re-inspect any and all entries at the event at any time. Mandatory re-inspection for all cars placing. Any alterations after inspections will be cause for disqualification.
8. NO using driver’s door as a shield
9. Absolutely NO hitting on the driver’s door will be permitted. Judge’s decision is Final. Any door that comes open during the event will result in disqualification
10. NO getting out of your car or removing of helmet in car unless otherwise instructed by an official
11. No sandbagging or holding. You will get 1 warning and the second will result in disqualification. This will be taken seriously
12. Rollovers may result in driver’s disqualification at the discretion of Lions Officials
13. Any reckless driving in the pits will result in disqualification
14. Any vehicle leaking fuel will be disqualified
15. Thorp Lions Club will not be responsible for any vehicle or its components while on the grounds. These cars are the responsibility of the drivers and their owners. All cars left at the site the following day will be sold for junk for Lions Benefit
16. We may or may not run heats, depending on number of cars
17. Vehicle must have secured DOT approved seat belts. A 2.5 dry chemical fire extinguisher inside the car within the driver’s reach is highly recommended
18. Drivers and pit crewmembers MUST follow all stated rules. Any misconduct or breaking of rules by the driver or a member of his/her pit crew will result in disqualification. Any driver or pit crewmember fighting, arguing, or demonstrating unsportsmanlike behavior will also be disqualified. NO drugs or alcohol in the pit area. Any driver or pit crewmember believed to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol before or during the event will be disqualified and prohibited from participating in any future Thorp Lion’s Events. Driver and pit crewmembers fees will NOT be returned in the event of disqualification
19. NO two-way radios to be used by drivers
20. Questions, clarifications, and rules for the derby will be covered at the Mandatory Driver’s Meeting
21. Protest: $200.00 MUST accompany each protest and must be submitted within 3 minutes of completion of the feature event. Protest $$ must be in Chief official’s hands within 3 minutes of completion of feature. (Feature drivers only may protest each other. NO pit crews or other driver may be involved). If official finds the protested car to be illegal, the fee will be returned to the protester and protested car and driver will be disqualified. If the person being protested is legal he will be given the protested money. Protester MUST apply to winners only and pertain to a RULE VIOLATION that, in the opinion of the officials, gives the car an advantage. ALL winning cars are under OFFICIAL PROTEST by the Thorp Lions Club officials prior to awarding any prize money. Lions Chief Official has final decision over any interpretation of the rules and regulations
22. Entry fees to be paid before inspection. Failure to pass inspection will result in forfeiture of entry fee. After initial inspection you will be allowed 1 re-inspection. Failure of 2nd inspection will result in disqualification.
23. Lion’s Officials and Flagman’s judgment is FINAL. This derby will be inspected fairly and cheating will result in disqualification.
Modified Mid-Size
Derby car entry fee - $75.00
$1100.00 first place and trophy
$800.00 second place and trophy
$400.00 third place and trophy
May pay out more based on entries
only
Mid-size 4 cyl. and 6 cyl. ONLY, no full framed cars. No wheel base over 111”
Mini vans may run this class but FWD only
Hood – 6 spots total maybe chains (24”), wire (4 loops) maximum. 2 spots maybe max. of 1” threaded rod, these may go to frame max 4” x 4” washers, no spacers, rod only, rubber in front sub maybe removed, 2 extra body mounts of your choosing, 1” max. diameter 4 x 4 washers
Trunk – May have 6 hold downs, 24” chains, 4 loops wire , 6 x 6 metal plates, or ¾” threaded rod. 4 of these 6 may go to frame. Rod to be vertical
Doors – all doors maybe welded solid max. 3” wide plates. Driver’s door maybe reinforced with external plate can’t extend more than 2” past vertical door seams.
May use wire or chains if desired.
Wheels – NO wheel weights, double or split rims, full weld in centers, bead lock/rim protectors are allowed.
Tires – Any tire, double tires, solid rubber tires allowed max. height 28”
Engines – Can be carb converted, carb protectors allowed, cannot reinforce, Headers allowed. If choose not to convert, you may build steel computer protectors provided they don’t reinforce car.
Cage – 4 point cage, dash bar, back seat bar, drivers and passenger door bars and halo. All cage materials max. 4” tube Door bars no further than 6” from back of seat. Gas tank protector is recommended, extending rear ward no farthfer than most forward point of wheel wells. May have 4 kickers down to sheet metal only. Rear speaker deck may be dished max. 6” Rear window bar max. 3” square may run from truck or speaker deck to halo bar.
Chassis – You may seam weld from front A arms forward. You may use stock or modified steering columns. You may replace or modify knuckles and/or joints in steering assembly. Tie rods maybe reinforced stock ends. Struts maybe replaced with solid. After market gas pedals, brakes, shifters are allowed
Bumpers – ANY bumper is legal just no extreme points. 4 x 4 x ¼” tube maybe used max. 4” of contour. All mounting brackets mounting to the back bumper, or frame, or shocks may be welded to secure firmly. You may run a 4 x 6 3/8” plate from bumper back but no further. This plate may go either side of sub frame, but only one plate per side. May run any automotive shock inside or outside of frame of your choice or a 12” piece of tube and you can run a 4” wide 3/8” plate from back of bumper to strut.
Radiator – Must be located in stock position. Radi-barrels or other type of homemade radiator is allowed. You may not reinforce or add any metal to core support.
Sheet metal can be creased.
Stock Midsize
Derby car entry fee - $40.00
$600.00 first place and trophy
$400.00 second place and trophy
$200.00 third place and trophy
May pay out more based on entries
Mid-size 4 cyl. and 6 cyl. ONLY, no full framed cars. No wheel base over 111”
Hood – 6 spots total maybe chains (24”), wire (4 loops) maximum. 2 spots maybe max. of 1” threaded rod, these may go to frame max 4” x 4” washers, no spacers, rod only, rubber in front sub maybe removed
Trunk – May have 4 hold downs, 24”chains, 4 loops wire – 2 may go to framing, 2 sheet metal to sheet metal
Doors – 2 chains (24”) each per door, 2 – 4 loop wire or 2 -2” x 6” plates. Driver’s door maybe welded solid max. 2” wide plates, reinforced with external plate can’t extend more than 2” past vertical door seams
Wheels – Aluminum may be changed to steel, no reinforcing, no after market
Tires – DOT, max. height 26”
Engines – No protectors, stock mounts, NO headers, NO carb convertors
Suspension - must remain completely stock
Cage – 4 point cage, dash bar, back seat bar, drivers and passenger door bars and halo. All cage materials max. 4” tube Door bars no further than 6” from back of seat. Gas tank protector is recommended, extending rear ward no farther than most forward point of wheel wells. 4” off floor and in line with back seat opening.
Front bumper – may be swapped with 80 and newer full size steeI. If you cannot find steel bumper, you may use tube steel 4” x 4” x ¼” thick no wider than car. You may mount by bolting or welding to flanges only. Max. 6” long tube inside of uni-body frame to weld bumper to. May only be attached to frame by bolting 2 bolts per side max. 2” washers, may also weld factory flanges – NO other adding of metal.
Stock style radiator only, ¼” mesh protector allowed, NO angle iron – just mesh
Sheet metal can be creased
Rear bumper -maybe swapped out, welded to factory flanges only, NO adding metal
Speaker deck maybe dished max. of 3” Back window bar max. 2” wide 3/8” thick from speaker deck to roof
Power Wheels Derby
Please also refer to the general/competition/safety rules
Safety is first for the Power Wheels Class for all children
This is supposed to be fun for the kids!! Parents, Please don’t ruin if for them
Power Wheels Derby is for kids 2 –10 years old. All kids MUST be accompanied by an adult and have a Minor Release form on file
Derby is limited to 12 Volt Power Wheels only. All power wheels must remain as they came from the store. Nothing may be added or reinforced for strength. Paint them up and let the kids have a blast!!!!
Stock tires only
All power wheels must set like the store bought ones – no raising or lowering the front or rear of the power wheels
Stock battery can be replaced with a 12 volt mower battery only. It can be positioned anywhere inside the car and covered, not in the passenger seat
Rollover bars will be allowed as long as we feel they are safe and don’t reinforce the cars - so bring your saws
Helmets are mandatory
Seatbelts are recommended
Doors and hoods must be secured with a bungee cord, rope, or similar
Power Wheels Derby will be held after heats
We will be attaching balloons to be broken to determine winner
SUNDAY JUNE 3, 2018
APPROX. 2:00 P.M. NORTHSIDE PARK – AFTER PARADE
There will be two classes
1. Mid-Size Stock
2. Mid-Size Modified
There will be a Driver of the day and Maddog trophy
There will be a Power Wheels derby
PITS WILL OPEN AT 10:00 AM – CARS & DRIVERS MUST BE IN PITS BY 12:30
3 cars will be accepted after 12:30 & before 1:00 – providing they pay an additional $25.00 per car entry fee.
After fully reading, all rules please direct any questions Bill @715-828-8270. All decisions concerning the classification of vehicles, acceptability of vehicle modifications and non-standard equipment, driver conduct and the determination of finalists and winners are the sole responsibility of the event officials and judges.
Rules are posted on WeCrash.proboard.com. Any changes or clarifications will be updated and posted before May 15th
THE JUDGES DECISIONS ARE FINAL
Pit Passes: $15.00
Only cash will be accepted for Entry Fees and Pit Passes
EVENT RULES:
1. No one allowed in pits without a Pit Pass
2. All pit crew members must be at least 14 years old. People with pit passes must sign an insurance waiver
3. Absolutely NO children will be allowed in pits
4. Absolutely NO alcoholic beverages in the pit area. Any possession of alcoholic beverages in the Pit area will result in loss of Pit Pass with no refund along with removal from the Pit Area.
5. Drivers must be 14 years old and a parental or legal guardian must sign a form in person or bring it notarized when registering
6. All drivers are required to wear pants and shirts during competition. NO shorts are allowed for drivers. Approved safety helmets and seat belts are required. Eye protection, long sleeve shirts, and fire protective clothing is recommended
7. Thorp Lions Club reserves the right to approve, reject or re-inspect any and all entries at the event at any time. Mandatory re-inspection for all cars placing. Any alterations after inspections will be cause for disqualification.
8. NO using driver’s door as a shield
9. Absolutely NO hitting on the driver’s door will be permitted. Judge’s decision is Final. Any door that comes open during the event will result in disqualification
10. NO getting out of your car or removing of helmet in car unless otherwise instructed by an official
11. No sandbagging or holding. You will get 1 warning and the second will result in disqualification. This will be taken seriously
12. Rollovers may result in driver’s disqualification at the discretion of Lions Officials
13. Any reckless driving in the pits will result in disqualification
14. Any vehicle leaking fuel will be disqualified
15. Thorp Lions Club will not be responsible for any vehicle or its components while on the grounds. These cars are the responsibility of the drivers and their owners. All cars left at the site the following day will be sold for junk for Lions Benefit
16. We may or may not run heats, depending on number of cars
17. Vehicle must have secured DOT approved seat belts. A 2.5 dry chemical fire extinguisher inside the car within the driver’s reach is highly recommended
18. Drivers and pit crewmembers MUST follow all stated rules. Any misconduct or breaking of rules by the driver or a member of his/her pit crew will result in disqualification. Any driver or pit crewmember fighting, arguing, or demonstrating unsportsmanlike behavior will also be disqualified. NO drugs or alcohol in the pit area. Any driver or pit crewmember believed to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol before or during the event will be disqualified and prohibited from participating in any future Thorp Lion’s Events. Driver and pit crewmembers fees will NOT be returned in the event of disqualification
19. NO two-way radios to be used by drivers
20. Questions, clarifications, and rules for the derby will be covered at the Mandatory Driver’s Meeting
21. Protest: $200.00 MUST accompany each protest and must be submitted within 3 minutes of completion of the feature event. Protest $$ must be in Chief official’s hands within 3 minutes of completion of feature. (Feature drivers only may protest each other. NO pit crews or other driver may be involved). If official finds the protested car to be illegal, the fee will be returned to the protester and protested car and driver will be disqualified. If the person being protested is legal he will be given the protested money. Protester MUST apply to winners only and pertain to a RULE VIOLATION that, in the opinion of the officials, gives the car an advantage. ALL winning cars are under OFFICIAL PROTEST by the Thorp Lions Club officials prior to awarding any prize money. Lions Chief Official has final decision over any interpretation of the rules and regulations
22. Entry fees to be paid before inspection. Failure to pass inspection will result in forfeiture of entry fee. After initial inspection you will be allowed 1 re-inspection. Failure of 2nd inspection will result in disqualification.
23. Lion’s Officials and Flagman’s judgment is FINAL. This derby will be inspected fairly and cheating will result in disqualification.
Modified Mid-Size
Derby car entry fee - $75.00
$1100.00 first place and trophy
$800.00 second place and trophy
$400.00 third place and trophy
May pay out more based on entries
only
Mid-size 4 cyl. and 6 cyl. ONLY, no full framed cars. No wheel base over 111”
Mini vans may run this class but FWD only
Hood – 6 spots total maybe chains (24”), wire (4 loops) maximum. 2 spots maybe max. of 1” threaded rod, these may go to frame max 4” x 4” washers, no spacers, rod only, rubber in front sub maybe removed, 2 extra body mounts of your choosing, 1” max. diameter 4 x 4 washers
Trunk – May have 6 hold downs, 24” chains, 4 loops wire , 6 x 6 metal plates, or ¾” threaded rod. 4 of these 6 may go to frame. Rod to be vertical
Doors – all doors maybe welded solid max. 3” wide plates. Driver’s door maybe reinforced with external plate can’t extend more than 2” past vertical door seams.
May use wire or chains if desired.
Wheels – NO wheel weights, double or split rims, full weld in centers, bead lock/rim protectors are allowed.
Tires – Any tire, double tires, solid rubber tires allowed max. height 28”
Engines – Can be carb converted, carb protectors allowed, cannot reinforce, Headers allowed. If choose not to convert, you may build steel computer protectors provided they don’t reinforce car.
Cage – 4 point cage, dash bar, back seat bar, drivers and passenger door bars and halo. All cage materials max. 4” tube Door bars no further than 6” from back of seat. Gas tank protector is recommended, extending rear ward no farthfer than most forward point of wheel wells. May have 4 kickers down to sheet metal only. Rear speaker deck may be dished max. 6” Rear window bar max. 3” square may run from truck or speaker deck to halo bar.
Chassis – You may seam weld from front A arms forward. You may use stock or modified steering columns. You may replace or modify knuckles and/or joints in steering assembly. Tie rods maybe reinforced stock ends. Struts maybe replaced with solid. After market gas pedals, brakes, shifters are allowed
Bumpers – ANY bumper is legal just no extreme points. 4 x 4 x ¼” tube maybe used max. 4” of contour. All mounting brackets mounting to the back bumper, or frame, or shocks may be welded to secure firmly. You may run a 4 x 6 3/8” plate from bumper back but no further. This plate may go either side of sub frame, but only one plate per side. May run any automotive shock inside or outside of frame of your choice or a 12” piece of tube and you can run a 4” wide 3/8” plate from back of bumper to strut.
Radiator – Must be located in stock position. Radi-barrels or other type of homemade radiator is allowed. You may not reinforce or add any metal to core support.
Sheet metal can be creased.
Stock Midsize
Derby car entry fee - $40.00
$600.00 first place and trophy
$400.00 second place and trophy
$200.00 third place and trophy
May pay out more based on entries
Mid-size 4 cyl. and 6 cyl. ONLY, no full framed cars. No wheel base over 111”
Hood – 6 spots total maybe chains (24”), wire (4 loops) maximum. 2 spots maybe max. of 1” threaded rod, these may go to frame max 4” x 4” washers, no spacers, rod only, rubber in front sub maybe removed
Trunk – May have 4 hold downs, 24”chains, 4 loops wire – 2 may go to framing, 2 sheet metal to sheet metal
Doors – 2 chains (24”) each per door, 2 – 4 loop wire or 2 -2” x 6” plates. Driver’s door maybe welded solid max. 2” wide plates, reinforced with external plate can’t extend more than 2” past vertical door seams
Wheels – Aluminum may be changed to steel, no reinforcing, no after market
Tires – DOT, max. height 26”
Engines – No protectors, stock mounts, NO headers, NO carb convertors
Suspension - must remain completely stock
Cage – 4 point cage, dash bar, back seat bar, drivers and passenger door bars and halo. All cage materials max. 4” tube Door bars no further than 6” from back of seat. Gas tank protector is recommended, extending rear ward no farther than most forward point of wheel wells. 4” off floor and in line with back seat opening.
Front bumper – may be swapped with 80 and newer full size steeI. If you cannot find steel bumper, you may use tube steel 4” x 4” x ¼” thick no wider than car. You may mount by bolting or welding to flanges only. Max. 6” long tube inside of uni-body frame to weld bumper to. May only be attached to frame by bolting 2 bolts per side max. 2” washers, may also weld factory flanges – NO other adding of metal.
Stock style radiator only, ¼” mesh protector allowed, NO angle iron – just mesh
Sheet metal can be creased
Rear bumper -maybe swapped out, welded to factory flanges only, NO adding metal
Speaker deck maybe dished max. of 3” Back window bar max. 2” wide 3/8” thick from speaker deck to roof
Power Wheels Derby
Please also refer to the general/competition/safety rules
Safety is first for the Power Wheels Class for all children
This is supposed to be fun for the kids!! Parents, Please don’t ruin if for them
Power Wheels Derby is for kids 2 –10 years old. All kids MUST be accompanied by an adult and have a Minor Release form on file
Derby is limited to 12 Volt Power Wheels only. All power wheels must remain as they came from the store. Nothing may be added or reinforced for strength. Paint them up and let the kids have a blast!!!!
Stock tires only
All power wheels must set like the store bought ones – no raising or lowering the front or rear of the power wheels
Stock battery can be replaced with a 12 volt mower battery only. It can be positioned anywhere inside the car and covered, not in the passenger seat
Rollover bars will be allowed as long as we feel they are safe and don’t reinforce the cars - so bring your saws
Helmets are mandatory
Seatbelts are recommended
Doors and hoods must be secured with a bungee cord, rope, or similar
Power Wheels Derby will be held after heats
We will be attaching balloons to be broken to determine winner