2022 Blue Ridge Bash ~ February 19th ~INDOORS

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Carolina Derby Promotions

& Millbridge Speedway

presents

The 3rd Annual

Blue Ridge Bash

at

Appalachian Regional Exposition Center in Wytheville VA.

Saturday, February 19th, 2022

Registration Will Open Sunday September 19th at 6:00PM
Enter Online at the following site:
cdpromotions.ticketspice.com/blue-ridge-bash-registration

Inspection will open at 9:00am and close at 4:00pm.

YOU MUST MAKE YOUR FIRST ATTEMPT THROUGH TECH BY 3:00 PM

Drivers Meeting at 5:00pm

Derby Begins at 6:00pm

Appalachian Regional Exposition Center:

290 Ready Mix Rd

Wytheville, Va 2438

80's and Newer Stock Class: (50 Cars Max)
1st. $2000.00
2nd. $800.00
3rd. $500.00
4th. $300.00
5th. $200.00
+ Trophies and Trophy Check to Winner
+ MADDOG Award
$100.00 Entry Fee
(Driver Only gets free Pit Pass)


Full Size: (Old and New Iron):(20 Cars Max)
1st. $1200.00
2nd. $500.00
3rd. $200.00
+ Trophies and Trophy Check to Winner
+ MADDOG Award
$100.00 Entry Fee
(Driver Only gets free Pit Pass)


FWD/Compact (BUILD CLASS):(25 Cars max)
1st. $1500.00
2nd. $500.00
3rd. $250.00
+ Trophies and Trophy Check to Winner
+ MADDOG Award
$100.00 Entry Fee
(Driver Only gets free Pit Pass)


Mini Truck, SUV, Mini Van Derby:(20 vehicles max)
1st. $750.00
2nd. $250.00
3rd. $100.00
+ Trophies and Trophy Check to Winner
+ MADDOG Award
$75.00 Entry Fee
(Driver Only gets free Pit Pass)


FWD/Compact (BONE STOCK):(25 Cars max)
1st. $1000.00
2nd. $500.00
3rd. $200.00
+ Trophies and Trophy Check to Winner
+ MADDOG Award
$80.00 Entry Fee
(Driver Only gets free Pit Pass)


Youth Full Size:
1st. $700.00
2nd. $300.00
3rd. $100.00
+ Trophies and Trophy Check to Winner
+ MADDOG Award
$80.00 Entry Fee
(Driver/Rider Only gets free Pit Pass)

Power Wheels Derby(Unlimited)
Everyone will win an award and prize
$10.00 Entry Fee


Sponsorship Packages are available!!!!

For any question about the derby please call:
Billy Monroe (704)-692-6497
Jason Padgett (704)-477-0074 - All Rule and Technical Questions
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2022 Carolina Derby Promotions

Bone Stock

FWD/Compact

Rules

Read and re-read ALL rules carefully, do not twist or bend these rules. If it doesn’t say you can do it, don’t assume that you can, ASK first or don’t do it! . All Judges' decisions will be final!! Use common sense!!! Contact Jason 704-477-0074 if you have any questions on any of these rules.

• Must be unibody front wheel drive 4 and 6 cyl. No PT Cruisers.
• Car must be completely stripped, no windshields.
• Hoods must open during tech.
• Must be factory drivetrain, no carb conversions.
• Any tire is allowed. No bead protectors, no valve stem protectors, no solid wheels, must be a stock rim. No foam filled tires.
• You may wire, chain or weld doors, trunk, and hood.( If welding plates can’t exceed 3”x3”). 4 points of attachment on each door, trunk or hood. Hood must be bolted from hood to fender, no all thread through hood.
• You may run a driver's door plate. 12" wide and can overlap the driver's door seam 3". (1/4" thick max). Has to be stich welded every 4". (Can't Weld Solid)
• May Move gas tanks or leave under if in front of the axle.
• Battery must be moved to the passenger floorboard secured and covered.
• Bumpers must remain factory..
• Any Compact FWD Bumper may be used. You may weld it at attachment point but you must retain your factory brackets or crush boxes that came on your car. No Shortening.
•Suspension must stay stock, no aftermarket anything on suspension, must bounce.
• 4-point cage is recommended
• No creasing or pre bending of body
• This class is a gut and go the car must remain stock
• Yes you can run headers.
• No welding on the car anywhere except for what’s stated above. This is a fun easy stock build.
• Must cut a 12 inch hole in the hood for hood suppression.
• Computer and fuse boxes must remain under the hood.
• Spray Foam - You may use a little spray foam around the computer, fuse box, etc. but any excessive foam or foam used to hide anything will have to be removed. Use common sense.

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2022 Carolina Derby Promotions

Mini Trucks, SUV, Mini Vans

Rules

Read and re-read ALL rules carefully, do not twist or bend these rules. If it doesn’t say you can do it, don’t assume that you can, ASK first or don’t do it! . All Judges' decisions will be final!! Use common sense!!! Contact Jason 704-477-0074 if you have any questions on any of these rules.


General Class Vehicle Rules:
• Mini Truck: Any small truck under a 1⁄2 ton with a 4 or 6 cylinder engine using only 2 Wheel Drive (can originally be 4WD as long as 2 wheel assemblies are disabled.) No Full size trucks, stub nose trucks, flat beds, dump beds or el caminos. Must have factory bed for year and type of truck. If you have a vehicle in question be sure to check prior to the event.
• SUV: Any small to mid size SUV using only 2 Wheel Drive (can originally be 4WD as long as 2 wheel assemblies are disabled.) Must be 4 or 6 cylinders. No open Jeeps or Full Size SUV such as Tahoes, Yukons, Suburbans, Expeditions, etc. If you have a vehicle in question be sure to check prior to the event.
• Mini Van: Any small size van with a 4 or 6 cylinder engine using only 2 Wheel Drive (can originally be 4WD as long as 2 wheel assemblies are disabled.) No full size vans, stub nose vans, cube vans, broncos, suburbans, etc. If you have a vehicle in question be sure to check prior to the event.
• Vehicles must be stripped completely. Vehicles must be clean of all debris. Dash can remain. All glass must be removed.
• You must have a working seatbelt. Lap or shoulder is fine.
• All vehicles must have working brakes.
• Everything must remain stock unless noted.
• Any vehicle in question be sure to ask before you buy or build!!!!!

BODY/DOORS/BEDS:
• Pick between weld, chain, or wire.
• If welding: Total of 16’’ of weld per vertical seam. This means you get (4) 4inch welds per vertical seam. Split it up how you please.
• If chain: Max of (4) 3/8inch chain per door.
• If wire: Max of (4) loops in (4) places per door.
• No body creasing.
• Inner fenders may be removed.
• Outer wheel wells must be in place. Minimum clearancing is permitted but do not get carried away.
• Trucks may weld bed to cab, total of 16” weld per vertical seam.
• Truck beds must remain stock, no folding over.
• You may run an outside driver's door plate. 12" wide and can overlap drivers door seam 3". (1/4" thick max). Has to be stich welded every 4". (Can't Weld Solid)

DRIVERS COMPARTMENT:
• (4) point cage, roll over bar, or dash bar is highly recommended. None to add strength but for safety reasons only. None of the bars may attach to frame/unibody, or extend into the backseat area. Down bars can only attach to floor sheet metal. Must be completely vertical.
• The gas supply must be removed from the stock area.
• Fuel Cell: For minivans and SUVs the fuel tank must be located behind the front seats and securely fastened and well covered. For small trucks the tank must be mounted in the center of the bed directly
behind the cab, securely fastened and well covered. Fuel cells must be firmly secured. Electric fuel pumps are fine but an on/off switch must be in reach of the driver seat and clearly labeled “ON”/”OFF”. **If you are running a MiniVan or SUV you may run the fuel tank in Stock Location if it is in front of rear axle and inside frame rails. Mini Trucks all must move the tank to the bed of the truck still.**
• Trucks: A gas tank protector is highly recommended. Protector may attach to frame but may not exceed further than 24” from the front of the bed.
• One car battery only! Must be firmly secured to the passenger side floor board.
• All air bags must be disconnected and removed.
• All sunroofs must be clear of glass and shall be covered with sheet metal. Nothing to add strength.

FRAME:
• Must be stock as if it came off the showroom floor. Only exception is bumper mounting and notching the rear. Notch must be behind the rear axle.
• No shortening frames.
• All body to frame bolts must remain stock.
• You may replace the back two body bolts with 1/2" all thread. 3" x 3" washer max on top. (1 per side).
• Trailers hitches must be removed.
• PRE RUNS ONLY: 4 fix it plates allowed, max size 3” x 3” x 1/8” inch thick per plate. No splitting up or dividing to double plate. Frame damage must be visible.

BUMPERS:
• Any factory bumper off any car may be used and it may be loaded but remain stock in appearance. Nothing can protrude out.
• Instead of factory bumper you may run 4” x 4” x 1/4” wall square tubing for bumper. It must be a straight piece, no contours or adding metal. No fabricated bumpers, straight piece of square tubing is all you get. Length of homemade bumper may not go beyond outside of fenders.
• All factory plastic skins must be removed.
• If bolting: You may bolt bumper to the frame but nothing excessive. Bumper mounting shall not add strength to the frame.
• If welding: You may weld bumper to the frame but nothing excessive. Bumper mounting shall not add strength to the frame. No metal can be added to do so. You are allowed 2 - (2” x 2” x ¼”) angle 3” long to aid in mounting the bumper. 1 per side no square tubing, round tubing, etc. ANGLE ONLY!!!
• If chaining: Bumper may be chained to the frame by welding/bolting, using 1/4inch chain, 12inches long max.
• We do not want bumpers falling off. You may change shocks but nothing crazy. Keep them stock as possible. EXP.(NO FULL SIZE SHOCKS WELDED TO FRAME).

ENGINE/DRIVETRAIN:
• Any make or model providing the same cylinder size is used. 4 or 6 cylinder only.
• Motor Mounts: Engine may be secured to the frame by any method as long as it does not strengthen the car in any way! ABSOLUTELY ZERO PROTECTORS!

Tailgate/Hatches/Hoods:
• Tailgate/Hatches/Hoods may be secured by either chaining, bolted, or wire.
• If chaining: Max of (4) spots. 3/8inch diameter chain max.
• If welding: Max of (4) spots. 3" x 3" plates max.
• If wired: Max of (4) loops in (4) spots.
• If bolted: Max of (4) spots with 2” angle to angle with 3/8” bolts.
• 12 inch hole is required in the hood for fire suppression.

SUSPENSION:
• Suspension must be stock and have travel.
• Bumper height must remain as factory as possible. No lift kits, spring spacers, etc. allowed.
• Shocks must be stock.
• Coil springs may be wired or tack welded in place. Leaf Springs must remain stock.
• No Body or Suspension lifts.
• You may reinforce tie rods but utilize factory ends.
• Vehicle must remain level, no pulling the rear of the vehicle down.

TIRES:
• Any tire 13 inches or larger is okay. Valve stem protectors are ok.
• No foam filled tires.

REARENDS:
• Rear Ends must remain stock for the make and model of vehicle.
• You may weld rear end gears.

RADIATOR/COOLING:
• Radiators must be clean of antifreeze. Water only is allowed.
• Radiator must remain in stock location with no reinforcements.
• Heater system may be bypassed or removed.
• Transmission cooler must remain under the hood.

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2022 Carolina Derby Promotions

Built FWD/Compact

Rules

Read and re-read ALL rules carefully, do not twist or bend these rules. If it doesn’t say you can do it, don’t assume that you can, ASK first or don’t do it! . All Judges' decisions will be final!! Use common sense!!! Contact Jason 704-477-0074 if you have any questions on any of these rules.

General FWD Car Rules:
• Any stock front wheel drive (2) or (4) door hardtop, sedan, station wagon or hatchback. UNIBODY ONLY! (4), (5), and (6) cylinder engines are allowed as factory equipped. Stock means manufacturer showroom equipped. No AWD, 4 x 4, or rear wheel drives will be permitted. No SUV’S, PT Cruisers, convertibles, or anything with a truck bed.
• Cars must be stripped completely. Remove all decking in wagons. Vehicles must be clean of all debris. Dash can remain. All glass must be removed.
• You must have a working seatbelt. Lap or shoulder is fine.
• Gas tanks may remain in factory position if mounted in front of rear axle. See “Drivers Compartment”.
• All cars must have working brakes.
• Carb conversions are allowed.

BODY/DOORS:
• Pick between weld, chain, or wire.
• If welding: You may weld driver’s door solid. All other doors 6” on 6” off.
• If chain: Max of (4) 3/8inch chain per door.
• If wire: Max of (4) loops in (4) places per door.
• You may body crease front fenders and rear quarters only.
• Inner fenders may be removed.
• Outer wheel wells must be in place. Minimum clearancing is permitted but do not get carried away.
• You may run a drivers door plate. 12" wide and can overlap drivers door seam 3". (1/4" thick max). Has to be stich welded every 4". (Can't Weld Solid)

DRIVERS COMPARTMENT:
• (4) point cage, roll over bar, or dash bar is highly recommended. None to add strength but for safety reasons only. None of the bars may attach to frame/unibody, or extend into backseat area. Down bars can only attach to floor sheet metal. Must be completely vertical. Down bar must not touch or be tied into rear kick panel.
• Rollover bar can not exceed more than 4 inches past the door post. Measurement is from door post to start of rollover bar.
• A rear window bar is PERMITTED. 2x2x1/4 tubing and a 6x6x1/4 mounting plate max. It
can only attach 6 inches onto the roof (measured from rear window opening) and 6 inches
onto the speaker deck/trunk. (Must split seam 3 inches on speaker deck and 3 inches on
trunk lid ONLY). Wagons ARE NOT PERMITTED a rear window bar.
• Gas tanks may remain in factory position if mounted in front of rear axle. If using a modified fuel cell, must be mounted in the center of the backseat area. Fuel cells must be firmly secured. Electric fuel pumps are fine but an on/off switch must be in reach of the driver seat and clearly labeled “ON”/”OFF”.
• You may have a 24" wide gas tank protector 3" x 3" max tubing. It must be 6" away from any rear metal and MUST be 1" off floor. This is a for mounting a gas tank off of back seat bar (not to strengthen car). Anything excessive will be cut.
• One car battery only! Must be firmly secured to the passenger side floor board.
• All air bags must be disconnected and removed.
• All sunroofs must be clear of glass and shall be covered with sheet metal. Nothing to add strength.

FRAME:
• Must be stock as if it came off the showroom floor unless noted. Only exceptions are bumper mounting and notching the rear. Notch must be behind the rear axle. You may also trim rails back to core support but not any further.
• All body to frame bolts and bushings(pucks) must remain stock. Do not remove bushings/pucks.
• PRE RUNS ONLY: 4 fix it plates allowed, max size 3” x 3” x 1/8” inch thick per plate. No splitting up or dividing to double plate. Frame damage must be visible.

BUMPERS:
• Any factory bumper off any car may be used.
• Instead of factory bumper you may run 4” x 4” x 1/4” wall square tubing for bumper. If you run a homemade 4" x 4" bumper, you may put a point on front but must be at least at 30 inch span and tip can be no more than 8" from back of bumper(4" max tip). Length of bumper can't go beyond outside of fenders.
• Any Smith Metal Works (excluding pro class bumper) or DEC are allowed.
• All factory plastic skins must be removed.
• If bolting: You may bolt bumper to the frame but nothing excessive. Bumper mounting shall not add strength to the frame.
• If welding: You may either run the OEM bumper shock for that make and model or a piece of 2" round or square tubing, 10" long max or you may run a flat bar 3inches wide, 10 inches long, 1/4 inch thick. If you choose to run a stock shock you can only weld 10" of it, NO Bolting. The shock or tubing can only be on the OUTSIDE facial of the frame.
• If chaining: Bumper may be chained to the frame by welding/bolting, using 1/4inch chain, 12inches long max.
• We do not want bumpers falling off. You may change shocks but nothing crazy. Keep them stock as possible. EXP.(NO FULL SIZE CAR SHOCKS WELDED TO FRAME).
• Max bumper height is 20’’ to center, front and rear.

ENGINE/DRIVETRAIN:
• Any make or model providing same cylinder size is used.
• Motor Mounts: Engine may be secured to the frame by any method within factory mounting location as long as it does not strengthen the car in any way! ABSOLUTELY ZERO PROTECTORS!

HOODS/TRUNKS:
• Hoods/Trunks may be secured by either chaining, bolted, or wire.
• If chaining: Max of (4) spots. 1/4inch diameter chain max.
• If wired: Max of (4) loops in (4) spots.
• If bolted: Max of (4) spots with 2” angle to angle with 3/8” bolts.
• Trunk Only: You may weld 6” on 6” off.
• Hood only: In addition on hood. You may run 2 pieces of 1/2” threaded rod from top of core support through hood with a 3” x 3” washer max.
• No wire from hood/trunk to bumper.
• 12inch hole is required in hood and trunk for fire suppression.
• Trunk lids can be removed.
• You may “tuck” trunk lids.
• Truck and Hood must be mounted in factory location.
• You may dish your trunks for viewing purposes. Quarters must still remain upright. Do not dish it all the way to floor and do not remove the speaker deck.

SUSPENSION:
• You may lock out suspension.
• Max bumper height is 20inches to center, front and rear.
• Shocks must be stock.
• Coil springs may be wired or tack welded in place. Leaf Springs must remain stock.
• You may reinforce tie rods.

TIRES:
• Any tire 13 inches or larger is okay. Valve stem protectors are ok.

RADIATOR/COOLING:
• Radiators must be clean of antifreeze. Water only is allowed.
• Radiator must remain in stock location with no reinforcements.
• Heater system may be bypassed or removed.
• Transmission cooler must remain under the hood.

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2022 Carolina Derby Promotions

Full Size Class Rules

(Old and New Iron)

Read and re-read ALL rules carefully, do not twist or bend these rules. If it doesn’t say you can do it, don’t assume that you can, ASK first or don’t do it! . All Judges' decisions will be final!! Use common sense!!! Contact Jason 704-477-0074 if you have any questions on any of these rules.

GENERAL:
• Any year American made sedan or station wagon is allowed EXCEPT: Imperials, Hearses, Limos, Checker Cabs, and Ambulances. No 4X4’s, AWD, SUV’s, vans, convertibles, T-Tops, El Caminos or any model with a truck bed. No Sedagons.
• No make swapping! GM body must be on GM frame. Ford to Ford, etc.
• Do not paint anywhere on suspension or frame. We will not even inspect your car.
• Cars must be stripped completely. Remove all decking in wagons. Vehicles must be clean of all debris. All glass removed.
• You must have a working seat belt. Lap or shoulder is fine.
• You may remove anything, NOTHING can be added!!
• Any tire may be used in this class!
• Any stock wheel can be used in this class, Weld in center allowed, beadlocks allowed. No (2) piece wheels!
• All cars must have working brakes.

BODY:
• You may remove body bushings and suck body tight to frame. 3/4inch body bolts max! Body bolts may not exceed through the frame, must be inside the frame only. Nut and plate on top. Maximum plate size is 4” x 4” x ¼” inch.
• You may weld the driver’s door all the way around, all other doors 6’’ on/6’’off. 3’’ x 1/4’’ strap max.
• Doors must be at least chained or wired.
• Body creasing will be allowed on the rear quarter panels and front fenders only other than this there will be Zero crease enhancement, Zero sheet metal forming, shaping or folding.
• You are allowed (4) 3/8” bolts per wheel well
• Rust repair is limited. Patched metal must be the same thickness as floor boards or body. Max 1inch overlap to good metal outside rust area. Do not abuse this rule or you will cut!
• No welding of interior body seams.
• You may run a driver's door plate. 12" wide and can overlap the driver's door seam 3". (1/4" thick max). Has to be stich welded every 4". (Can't Weld Solid)

FRAMES:
• ABSOLUTELY NO WELDING ON FRAMES ALLOWED except You may weld frame seams A arms forward single pass 3/8” max bead!!!
• Frames must appear completely stock in appearance. No frame shaping. All factory frame holes must remain open. Absolutely no metal may be added inside the frame.
• You may notch or dimple the frame in multiple locations per frame rail. Notch or dimple must be between back of rear humps and back bumper. NO EXCEPTIONS.
• IF SHORTENING THE FRONT FRAME SECTION, A MINIMUM OF 20” OF FRAME MUST REMAIN. MEASUREMENT TAKEN FROM FRONT OF FACTORY COIL POCKET LOCATION TO THE BACK OF THE BUMPER.
• Coil spring cars may have a 22”x6”x3/8” hump plate, Leaf springs cars get 12” x 6”x 3/8 hump plate. plate must be on the outside of frame facing the wheel and must be clear of any rear end bracing by 3”. Plate must be located between the 9 and 3 oclock on frame rail.
• 80’s - 02: You are allowed to cut tabs and tilt at the crush boxes or cold bend or cut and weld back with a single pass, must be in front of factory cross member. Max spacer at core support is 8”, no added metal. 03 and up NO TILTING!
• All cars must use the factory core support mounts. There is to be no welding of angle iron or pipe to the side of the frame to mount your core support. This mount is considered a body mount. Mount may be replaced with ¾ inch all thread that may run through the top side of hood.
• Core support and core support mount must be in factory location.
• Fresh or Pre Run Cars: You are allowed 4 plates total. 4” x 4” x ¼” thick plates only. No splitting up or dividing to double plate. These plates can be anywhere on frame but can't act as kicker or gusset and can't attach to the body.  These plates must remain square they can not be stretched or manipulated to be longer.
• Pre Runs: You are not allowed any additional plates after your 4. You get your choice when to put them on. ( 4 plates total on car)

SUSPENSION/STEERING:
• No suspension modifications allowed. Must remain strictly stock. Suspension must travel. Only exceptions below.
• No aftermarket or gm lift spindles.
•You may weld A-arms down 1 strap per side of car(NOT PER SIDE OF A-ARM) 1/4" thick 2" x 4". If welding a-arms down the a-arm must appear stock. Do not deform or alter a-arm. ONLY THE STRAP IS ALLOWED.
• On the back you may use 1 chain on each side from the package trey straight down around the rear end. (No welding links to frame rails).
• You may run an aftermarket steering column. Steering box must be in factory location. No Hydraulic Steering.
• Aftermarket ball joints are permitted. Only welding permitted is to weld in ball joint sleeves, no added metal. Sleeves permitted but nothing homemade. No square tubing ball joint sleeves.
• Aftermarket tie rods permitted, no heim joints. Must have factory style set up with ball joints.
• Leaf cars may run leaf clamps (Max 6 per side)
• Leaf cars must run factory leaf springs. No adding leafs or homemade leaf packs.
• 2003 and up Fords: All 03 and newer cars must use a factory aluminum engine cradle and steering rack. THIS MEANS THE OEM RACK AND CRADLE, NO AFTERMARKET AND NO TRUCK SWAPS OR OTHER OEM SWAPS. OEM FOR 03 AND NEWER ONLY WILL BE ALLOWED. 03 and newer Fords will be allowed to use the old-style spindles and upper A
arms. NO ADDED METAL.
• Reinforced factory or aftermarket/homemade trailing arms (both upper and lower) are OK. Trailing arms may be lengthened or shortened to achieve correct pinion angle. Factory bolt hole sizes must be used in all control arms. 2” x 3” Max.
• 1998 and Newer Fords: Watts link kits are permitted. If using a watts link aftermarket or homemade it must bolt to the package tray utilizing only 1/2″ maximum bolts. You MAY NOT bolt through the package tray to the body. NO WELDING TO PACKAGE TRAY. Watts link uppers must be two separate pieces. Lowers may be a max of 2″ x 3″ 1/4″ square cut for desired pinion angle and mounted in one fashion. A bracket on the inside of the frame in factory location may be welded but lower 2”×3” must bolt to that bracket. LOWER CANNOT BE WELDED IN ANY FASHION. Upper watts link uppers cannot exceed 8”x8”, lower brackets can be a max of 3”x3” x 1/4” thick and 6 inches long.

DRIVETRAIN:
• Lower engine cradles will be allowed. Only lower engine cradles, no full cradles, no pulley protectors, no distributor protectors, no halos. Cradle can not in any way tie into or touch the frame or body.
• You may run any motor and transmission.
• Only lower motor mounts may be welded to cradle only. You may use two 3 / 4’’ thick 6 x 6 spacers to raise the engine for steering components clearance. You may extend off back of cradle but nothing excessive. Nothing can be welded to frame. For example(SBC in Cadillac or Ford).
• 2003 and up Fords: You may run a Smith Metal Works bolt in engine mounting system or equivalent. Bolt in only no welding.
• You may run aftermarket motor mounts but no engine cradles. Nothing may add strength to car!
• ABSOLUTELY ZERO PROTECTORS!! This includes skid plates, engine cradles, and transmission protectors.
• You may weld rear end gears only.
• No Steel or Ultra bell housings. No Steel tail housings..
• Any 5 or 8 lug rear end. Rear end may be braced but can not add ANY strength to the frame or body. INSPECTORS HAVE FINAL DECISION, YOU WILL CUT IF IT ADD STRENGTHS TO FRAME OR BODY.
• Floor shifters, headers, and gas pedals are allowed. None may strengthen the car.
• Slip drive shafts are allowed
• Pinion Brakes are allowed.
• You may have 2- 3/ 8’’ chains attached from engine to frame cradle. For safety only.
• A maximum of 2’’ x 2’’ square tubing may be used for cross member. This cannot strengthen the car in any way!

DRIVERS COMPARTMENT:
• 4 point cage is highly recommended! Maximum 60inch side bars, 4inch diameter max. Cage cannot extend farther than 6’’ behind the driver seat. Only (4) down bars are allowed. Down bars can attach only to floor sheet metal. Down bars must be completely vertical. Roll over bar is optional but recommended. Can only be welded to back seat bar or sidebars. Not to the floor! Roll over bars must be completely vertical. Cage has to be 4" off firewall and 6" off floor
• A windshield bar is mandatory! 2 windshield bars from roof to cowl area. Cannot be welded. Maximum size: 3’’ wide, 1 / 4’’ thick.
• You may weld the driver’s door all the way around, all other doors 6’’ on/6’’off. 3’’ x 1/4’’ strap max.
• Gas tank and battery must be moved and firmly secured. Aftermarket fuel cell or gas tank behind the seat, battery in the passenger floor board. Nothing may be mounted in such a way to strengthen the car. Boat tanks must be securely mounted and properly covered.
• You may have a 28" wide gas tank protector 3" x 3" max tubing. It may butt up to package trey but can not be bolted or welded to anything. You may have 1 diagonal bar on each side coming off halo or rear bar to gas tank protector but must be below the window opening.

BUMPERS:
• You may use any stock bumper off any car.
• HOMEMADE BUMPERS ARE PERMITTED BUT MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING SPECIFICATIONS. MUST NOT EXCEED 8″X 8″. IF IT HAS A POINT THE POINT MAY NOT EXTEND MORE THAN 4″ FROM FLAT FRONT OF BUMPER. POINT MUST TAPER OVER32″. Homemade Points that step out then taper over 32” will not be allowed. BUMPERS MAY NOT BE SLEEVED AROUND FRAME RAIL. BUMPERS MAY NOT BE BUILT BACKWARDS AROUND RAIL. BUMPERS MUST START AT FLUSH MOUNTING POINT AND BE BUILT FORWARD. NO AMISH POINTYS.
• You may collapse bumper shock’s and weld a single pass around the shock. Bumpers may be seam welded.
• Factory Bumpers may be loaded but everything must remain inside of the factory envelope.
• HARDNOSEING: You may hardnose the bumper. If you hardnose you may only square the end of the frame off. Nothing Excessive!!
• You may weld a bracket on the outside of the frame only. You may only weld 8 inches(single pass only) back from the end of the frame rail, not the length of the bracket or shock. Judges' decisions are final on this. Please call if something is in question.
• If not using factory bumper bracket you may use a 4″ x 8″ x 3/8″ thick plate on outside of frame to mount bumper.
• You may only use front bumper brackets to mount the front bumper. No rear brackets will be allowed for any style car.
• No shocks may be inside the frame UNLESS it came that way from the factory.
• Rear bumper brackets must remain stock and in stock location.
• Maximum bumper height is 21 inches to bottom of bumper. Minimum bumper height is 14 inches to bottom of bumper.

TRUNKS:
• Trunk lid must remain in stock location.
• You may pick between 3 options. 1. (6) 3inch length angle to angle with one 3/8inch max bolt per fastener. 2. Tuck trunk, (4) fasteners on top, (2) inside trunk, (fastener’s can only attach to body only). 3inch LENGTH MAX ANGLE TO ANGLE WITH ONE 3/8inch MAX BOLT PER FASTENER. 3. Weld 6 on 6 off, 3” x ¼” strap max. Pick one or the other, not all.
• If chaining, you're allowed 3/8inch chain in (6) spots.
• If wiring, you're allowed (4) loops in (6) spots.
• If chaining or wiring: 3/4inch washers may be welded to body for chain/wire to run through.
• Absolutely no wedging. You may V or dish trucnk but it must remain 8” off of floor pan and the quarter panel must remain upright.
• Wagons may have a max of (4) fasteners. Pick one from above. Fasteners can only go through the body. Nothing can attach to the bumper.
• If the trunk will not open, a 12 inch hole must appear for inspecting. You may use (4) 3/8inch bolts with 1 1/2inch washers to hold the inner and outer trunk lid together.

HOOD:
• Hood must remain in stock location.
• Hood must be open at time of inspection.
• A 12 inch hole must appear in the hood for fire suppression. (2) 6inch hole’s okay. You may use (4) 3/8inch bolts with 1 1/2inch washers to hold inner and outer hood liner together.
• If bolting, you're allowed (6) 3inch max length angle to angle with one 3/8’’ max bolt per fastener.
• If chaining, you're allowed 3/8inch chain in (6) spots.
• If wiring, you're allowed (4) loops in (6) spots.
• If chaining or wiring: 3/4inch washers may be welded to body for chain/wire to run through.
• You may replace 2 of the 6 points of hood attachments with ¾ inch max threaded rod. Rod may replace the body bolt and run through the top of core support and mount through hood. (max (4) 4’’x4’’ plates can be used).

RADIATORS:
• Radiators must be in stock location.
• You may protect the front of the radiator with condenser or 24” wide by 1/8” thick pleated steel or expanded metal.
• Radiator must hold water. No alcohol or antifreeze allowed.
• No foam filler will be allowed around the radiator.
• You may secure the radiator with two options: 1. Two ratchet style straps. 2. Two pieces 3/8inch max threaded rod behind radiator. This rod only may be sleeved.(Rubber hose). This rod only may run from top to bottom of core support. It may not go through the hood! Pick between 1 or 2 but not both. NO EXCEPTIONS!!
• Transmission coolers are allowed.

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2022 Carolina Derby Promotions

80's and Newer Stock Rules

Read and re-read ALL rules carefully, do not twist or bend these rules. If it doesn’t say you can do it, don’t assume that you can, ASK first or don’t do it! . All Judges' decisions will be final!! Use common sense!!! Contact Jason 704-477-0074 if you have any questions on any of these rules.

Do not twist these rules up! Do not overthink these rules! Just read them! If it doesn’t say you can, YOU CAN’T!!!

GENERAL:
• Any 1980-2002 American made sedan or station wagon are allowed EXCEPT: Imperials, Hearses, Limos, Checker Cabs, and Ambulances. No 4X4’s, AWD, SUV’s, vans, convertibles, T-Tops, El Caminos or any model with a truck bed. No Sedagons.
• ZERO frame forming, shaping or folding unless stated below.
• No make swapping! GM body must be on GM frame. Ford to Ford, etc.
• Do not paint anywhere on suspension or frame. We will not even inspect your car.
• Cars must be stripped completely. Remove all decking in wagons. Vehicles must be clean of all debris.
• You must have a working seat belt. Lap or shoulder is fine.
• You may remove anything, NOTHING can be added!!
• Any tire may be used in this class!
• Any stock wheel can be used in this class. Weld in centers only are allowed (no bead locks or bead protectors). No foam filled tires.
• All cars must have working brakes.

BODY:
• Body mounts and spacers to remain stock and in place except the front two core support bolts. 1" threaded rod all the way through cradle and hood. 3" diameter washers on hood. 4" tall 2" x 2" core support spacer max(square or round).
• You may weld the driver’s door all the way around, all other doors may have (2) 3" x 6" x 1/8" plates per door seam to weld them shut from the windows down. From the windows up you may have 4 strands of 9 wire or 3/8" chain. If you choose not to weld then you can have 10 strands of 9 wire to hold doors shut.
• Rust repair is limited. Patched metal must be the same thickness as floor boards or body. Max 1inch overlap to good metal outside rust area. Do not abuse this rule or you will cut!
• No welding of interior body seams.
• You may body crease front and rear quarter panels only. Don't touch the door. Rear Quarters must be upright.
• You may add 4 - 3/8 bolts per fender with store bought fender washers only to bolt inner and outer fenders together.
• You may run an outside driver's door plate. 12" wide and can overlap the driver's door seam 3". (1/4" thick max). Has to be stich welded every 4". (Can't Weld Solid)

FRAMES:
• ABSOLUTELY NO WELDING ON FRAMES ALLOWED! This means ZERO frame seam welding!!!
• Frames must appear completely stock in appearance. No frame shaping unless noted. All factory frame holes must remain open. Absolutely no metal may be added inside frame.
• You may notch or dimple the frame in two location per frame rail. Notch or dimple must be between back of rear humps and back bumper. NO EXCEPTIONS.
• Absolutely no shortening frame! MUST BE STOCK! (Only exception is Lincoln & Mercury may shorten to same as Crown Victoria specs).
• Fresh or Pre Runs: You are allowed 4 plates total. 4” x 4” x ¼” thick plates only. No splitting up or dividing to double plate. These plates can be any where on frame but can't act as kicker or gusset and can't attach to body.
• You may beat the rear humps only in 3/4". Outside frame only.
• No cold bending or tilting.

SUSPENSION/STEERING:
• No suspension modifications allowed. Must remain strictly stock unless noted.
• You may use 2 twist in spring spacers per side. Must be store bought. You may change springs from make to make.
• You may weld A-arms down 1 strap per side of car(NOT PER SIDE OF A-ARM) 1/4" thick 2" x 4". If welding a-arms down the a-arm must appear stock. Do not deform or alter a-arm. ONLY THE STRAP IS ALLOWED.
• You may run an aftermarket steering column. Steering box must be in factory location. No Hydraulic Steering.
• You may reinforce tie rods but must utilize factory tie rod ends.
• You may use a single strand of #9 wire or one hose clamp to hold coil springs to rear end.
• Leaf cars may wrap a single stand of #9 wire for leaf clamps. 2 per side max. This means a total of 4 for entire car.
• Reinforced factory or aftermarket/homemade trailing arms (both upper and lower) are OK. Trailing arms may be lengthened or shortened to achieve correct pinion angle. Factory bolt hole sizes must be used in all control arms. 2” x 3” Max.
• You may use spring spacers(twist in style) or different springs. Stock shocks in the front and back. On the back you may use 1 chain on each side from the package trey straight down around the rear end. Car must sit 5" from level. Max Height 21", no lower then 16" to bottom of bumper.
• 1998-2002 fomoco Watts link kits are permitted. If using a watts link aftermarket or homemade it must bolt to the package tray utilizing only 1/2″ maximum bolts. You MAY NOT bolt through the package tray to the body. NO WELDING TO PACKAGE TRAY. Watts link uppers must be two separate pieces. Lowers may be a max of 2″ x 3″ 1/4″ square cut for desired pinion angle and mounted in one fashion. A bracket on the inside of the frame in factory location may be welded but lower 2”×3” must bolt to that bracket. LOWER CANNOT BE WELDED IN ANY FASHION. Upper watts link uppers cannot exceed 8”x8”, lower brackets can be a max of 3”x3” x 1/4” thick and 6 inches long.
• Leaf cars must run factory leaf springs. No adding leafs or homemade leaf packs.
• You may put square bodys a arms on bubble style cars. Factory style ball joints, no screw in style or pin replacement style. Go to an Auto Parts store and buy a new one for a 1980-1991 Vic and drop it in if needed.

DRIVETRAIN:
• You may run any motor and transmission.
• Engine can have 1/2" lower cradle max with front plate(no mid plate).
• Engine mounts can be aftermarket, ZTR and Brians machine shop style but it must have a polyurethane style mount.
• You may run aftermarket motor mounts. Nothing may add strength to car!
• ABSOLUTELY ZERO PROTECTORS!! This includes skid plates, pully protectors, distributor protectors, and transmission protectors.
• You may weld rear end gears only.
• Rear end swaps are allowed.
• Any 5 lug rear end only. Rear end may be braced but can not add ANY strength to frame or body. INSPECTORS HAVE FINAL DECISION, YOU WILL CUT IF IT ADD STRENGTHS TO FRAME OR BODY.
• Floor shifters, headers, and gas pedals are allowed. None may strengthen the car.
• Slip drive shafts and pinion brakes are allowed.
• Stock transmission bells only. No braces, steel bells, or aluminum bells. Rubber mount, rachet strap or wire at the crossmember.
• You may have 2- 3/ 8’’ chains attached from engine to frame cradle. For safety only.
• A maximum of 2’’ x 2’’ square tubing may be used for cross member. This cannot strengthen the car in any way! 4" angle iron welded to side frame for crossmember mount. Bolt crossmember in.

DRIVERS COMPARTMENT:
• 4 point cage is highly recommended! 4 inch diameter max, 2" x 6" allowed for door bars. Cage must be 4" off firewall. Cage cannot extend farther than 6’’ behind driver seat. Only (2) down bars are allowed, 1 per side. Down bars can attach only to floor sheet metal and must be in center of door. Down bars must be completely vertical. Roll over bar is optional but recommended. Can only be welded to back seat bar or sidebars. Not to the floor! Roll over bars must be completely vertical.
• A windshield bar is mandatory! 1 windshield bar from roof to cowl area. Cannot be welded. Maximum size: 3’’ wide, 1 / 4’’ thick. May use #9 wire as well.
• Gas tank and battery must be moved and firmly secured. After market fuel cell or gas tank behind the seat, battery in the passenger floor board. Nothing may be mounted in such a way to strengthen the car. Boat tanks must be securely mounted and properly covered.
• You may have a 28" wide gas tank protector 3" x 3" max tubing. It may butt up to package trey but can not be bolted or welded to anything. You may have 1 diagonal bar on each side coming off halo or rear bar to gas tank protector but must be below the window opening.

BUMPERS:
• You may use any stock bumper off any car.
• Bumpers may be seam welded and loaded as long as no metal protrudes out.
• Stock bumper shocks for that year and make and model car. They may be welded at the end of the frame only!! You may put factory bolt back in back of the shock through the factory hole.
• Any of Smith Metal Works(excluding pro class bumper) or DEC bumpers are allowed.
• No shocks may be inside the frame UNLESS it came that way from the factory.
• You may weld bumper brackets in factory location to frame with a single pass only. We do not want bumper’s falling off! (Front and rear)
• Rear bumper brackets must remain stock and in stock location.
• Max bumper Height 21" to bottom of bumper, no lower than 16" to bottom of bumper.
• No adding bumper brackets on outside of frame.
• Instead of factory bumper you may run 4” x 6” x 1/4” wall square tubing for bumper. The 6” side must be vertical. It must be a straight piece, no contours or adding metal. No fabricated bumpers, straight piece of square tubing is all you get. Length of bumper can only be 4” past frame rail on each side, you cannot load the rectangular tubing ends must remain open.

TRUNKS:
• Trunk lid must remain in stock location.
• Trunk lids must have two 10" x 10" holes cut for inspection. You may have two 3" x 4" x 1/4" plates down each quarter panel to weld your truck shut. You may also have one 3" x 4" x 1/4" plate on the speaker deck area and the tail light panel area. Don't get crazy with these it's only to make it easier for you guys. If you'd rather do wire you can have 10 strands total wiring the truck lid down.
• If not Welding: Trunk can be mounted in 6 locations. A piece of 2"x 2" 3inch long angle welded to the trunk and fender with a one 1/2" bolt in it or 6 strands of wire through the fender and trunk but you cannot do both.
• Absolutely no “V” the trunk or wedging but you may tuck the trunk.
• PRE RUNS: If trunk will not open, a 10 inch hole must appear for inspecting. You may use (4) 3/8inch bolts with 1 1/2inch washers to hold inner and outer trunk lid together.

HOOD:
• Hood must remain in stock location.
• Hood can be closed if does not interfere with inspection.
• A 12 inch hole must appear in hood for fire suppression. (2) 6inch hole’s okay. You may use (4) 3/8inch bolts with 1 1/2inch washers to hold inner and outer hood liner together.
• Hoods can be mounted in 6 locations, 2 of those spots will be your core support mounts. The other 4 can be 1 or the other. A piece of 2"x 2" 3inch long angle welded to the hood and fender with a one 1/2" bolt in it or 4 strands of wire through the fender and hood but you cannot do both.

RADIATORS:
• Radiators must be in stock location.
• You may protect the front of the radiator with condenser only! No expanded metal.
• Radiator must hold water. No alcohol or antifreeze allowed.
• No foam filler will be allowed around radiator.
• Transmission cooler are okay but can not strengthen the body or frame in anyway.

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We have had a lot of calls on suspension in the Full Size Class. Clarification has been made on Full Size suspension and rules have been updated. 9/14/2021

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80's and Newer Drivers List 

Matthew Kingree

Josh Wilkins

Cole DeHart

Casey Nihiser

Adam Nihiser

James Burner

Derek Dudding

Grant Oliver

Mike Barr

Kevin Jones

Andrew Meyers

Cory Rader

Tj Kidd

Ryan Smith

Scotty Buchanan

Mark Zeccardi

Holden Smith

P.J. Lucas

bow Hill

Kevin Rothrock

Jeremy Comer

Shaun Savage

jake chilson

Kevin Comer

Dylan Lockwood

Josh Roberson

Jake Knight

Corie Trivette

Ronald Kirts

Donnie Imhoff

John Spence

Austen Jumper

Pat Snider

Mike Tosco

Spencer Jumper

Ronnie Benner

Josh Hendricks

Roy Craig

Harold Mitchell

Greg Shockley

Justin Eller

Bill Orndorff

Josh Orndorff

James Sycks

Brian Sines

BRANDON BUSH

Shane Hamman

Danny Manning

Terry Chandler

Robbie Davis

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2022 Blue Ridge Bash Stock FWD/Compact Drivers List


Jackie Payne

Debbie Payne

Brian Jennings

Blaine Rager

Bradley Faulk

James Golden

Derrick Golden

Kyle Turner

Jeff Atkins

John Joyce

Scott Drevenak Jr.

Chris Zurcher

Ralph Powell

Brandon Pinkerton

Jacob Tyree

Bryan Belcher

Zack Layman

Austin Carpenter

Charlie Foutz

Charlie Payne

Spencer Cooksey

Rex Jordan

Robert Bass

Joseph Grady

Jason Tisinger

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Full Size Drivers List 


James Sycks

Nicholas Forrest

Blake Lonas

Walker Cloude

Jeffrey Crosby

Donnie Fisher

Dwayne Shook

Daniel Givens

Justin Harrelson

Brandon Walton

Shane Hamman

Shaun Gochenour

Mark Wolfe

Tj McCullough

Chris Jumper

Mike Rogal

Josh Hendricks

Braeden Morrison

Ricky Simon

Codi Dennis

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Built FWD/Compact Drivers List 

Donnie Lane

Ian Bivins

Taylor Kinzy

Matt Davidson

Hunter Billmyer

John Seger jr

Michael Miller

Chad Ryan

Eric Suite

Mike Leonard

Lawrence Comer

Andrew Burke

Keith Brown

Morgan Treger

Tevin Bundy

Dustin Rheuark

Matthew Popish

Randy Hahn

James Stone jr

Austin Davis

Tyler Dodd

Jason Dority

David Dority

Justin Long

Jeremy stainback

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2022 Blue Ridge Bash Mini Van/SUV/Mini Truck Driver List

Jeff Atkins

Nelson Larrauri

Patrick Carter

Chad Mcdowell

Matthew Morris

Dave Talbert

Travis Dye

Darrell Myers

Jeremy Woods

Tyler Woods

Steven Sickles

Mark Metts

Chase Fairbanks

Andy Shade

Denny Thurman

Westley Pitchford

Timmy Self

Dalton Cochran

Mark Crawford

Jeff Crawford

Storm Kiser

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Welcome to the 2022 SMW/Carolina Derby Promotions Youth Full Size Program. This class and rules was developed by SMW and we at Carolina Derby Promotions have adopted these rules for our 2022 Youth Full Size program aligning ourself with other promotions for the 2022 Hardcore Derby Promotions Youth Championship. We strive to hold this class up to the same level and expectations of SMW. Our intention of this class is to develop demolition derby's future, full-size drivers. With this Rule Set, we have specifically chosen to instill the basics of car building and detail. Our intention is to see the best built cars show up, not over-built cars. Our focus is developing driving, diligence and sportsmanship. Along with these traits we hope to re-kindle the ability to build competitive, well-built cars without a large budget. Make no mistake this is a competitive class. We welcome entry level drivers but also look forward to seeing our returning youths continuing their development. We emphasize the Rule Set for this class is based on stock 1980's style vehicles. Pre-run cars will not be discouraged, but our intent is to see everyone show up with the best built car that they can, so we encourage fresh builds. We are excited to watch these youngsters put on one of the best shows yet to come!

Youth Full Size

Stock 80’s and Up Rules

1980's and newer except 2003 and newer Ford frames, suspensions & components. No open roofs, no trucks, no four wheel drive vehicles, no vans, limos or compacts, no hearses, ambulances, etc. that have been frame altered. All cars must remain stock unless otherwise noted. If it is not in the rules, it does not mean you can do it. Frames and components must be standard automotive production standards.

Helmets, (fire suit top is highly recommended), long sleeves, and eye protection must be worn at all times. Seat belts must be fastened. If your helmet comes off, you are “Out"! Fire extinguisher is mandatory!

Drivers will be given one warning for sandbagging before being disqualified. You must make an aggressive hit every sixty seconds. You will have one minute to restart your car. You are permitted to continue if your car catches fire once; however, you will be disqualified after the second fire. Do not use your driver's door as a shield. Driver's door hits are NOT permitted. Keep in mind that there are two people in the car. Teamwork is not permitted. You will be given one warning before being disqualified.

To qualify as a minor, you must be between the ages of 12-17 when the scheduled season begins in February. If a minor becomes during the scheduled season they will not be discounted, however, if a minor turns even one day prior to the February start date they will not be eligible for this Class.



Safety
Seatbelts must be bolted in securely for both occupants. *If these don't pass the 1st time through, your car is sent out of inspection. We will not continue inspection until it is corrected.

Seats must be securely fastened in vehicle

It is highly recommended that occupant areas be clear of sharp, protruding objects.

Nothing is permitted to be mounted in occupant areas, such as transmission coolers, batteries, power steering, etc.

Anytime deemed to be unsafe will need to be addressed prior to passing inspection.

No hot rodding or hot dogging will be permitted in the Pit Area or surrounding areas. This is only permitted on the track.

Sportsmanship and enthusiasm are welcomed and encouraged.

Inspection
1. Officials have the right to drill, scope, etc. as needed.
2. Officials have the right to re-inspect any and all cars before and during the event.
3. Any car found to be cheating will be disqualified.
4. It is mandatory that all drivers and youth attend the Driver's Meeting and secondary Youth Meeting with parent or rider. If you do not attend you will not run.
5. Only drivers and one crew member or passenger are permitted in the inspection area during inspection.
6. Cars that fail inspection get only one re-inspection and must wait until all cars go through a first time to get your car re-inspected (follow the rules).
7. Cars that fail inspection due to Rules or any safety issue forfeit their entry fees - No Refunds.
8. Bring torches or appropriate repair pieces to correct any violations found during inspection. If you believe anything to be questionable fix it prior to inspection!
9. You may not only be asked to cut but to totally remove anything found to be outside of the Rules. No half-hearted attempts to cut something will be accepted.
10. No additional welding permitted other than described in the following Rules.
11. Blatant attempts to cheat will result in automatic disqualification and you will not be given a chance to make repairs.
12. Cars inspected and flagged are legal to run and legal to win.

Stripping
All outside hardware such as glass, plastic, fiberglass and chrome molding, door handles, mirrors, etc. must be removed prior to arrival. No broken windows in doors. All flammable material must be removed. All airbags must be removed. Cars must be swept clean of all dirt and debris. All station wagon rear decking must be removed. All OEM gas tanks must be removed.


Suspension
Stock suspension only. 1980's upper A-arms may be swapped out in place of the 1980's wishbone style upper arms. 98-02 frames forfeit crossbar on upper arm swap. No aftermarket tie rods, spindles, ball joints, replacement over-the-counter OEM style only, no homemade fabrication. Moog Performance is not permitted. Twist in coil spring risers may be used; two per side maximum. No spacers in coil spring buckets will be permitted. No stuffing of shocks. Rear springs may be swapped out with any OEM coil spring for ride height. Rear springs may be wired or 1” hose clamp or 1” welds in three places on the bottom of rear spring to be secured. No homemade shocks in the front or rear. Tie rods may NOT be reinforced, factory tie rods only (inner and outer). No all-thread or homemade shocks. Factory OEM automotive shocks only mounted in the factory location. No truck shocks will be permitted. Rear springs may be wired in top and bottom. Wire cannot be continuous, not used in the manner of limiting suspension travel.

Front suspension may solidly be locked in place using only one of the following options NOT both flat stock or angle iron from lower A-arm vertically to frame using 3” weld per side on frame with only one piece per arm maximum thickness 1/4" or a 2” x 4" x 4" thick plate, welded on the front and rear side of the upper control arm. This plate may not extend more than 2” from the A-arm. Factory leaf spring cars must have factory leaf springs, clamps and hardware. The clamps must remain factory. No homemade or bolt-on spring clamps. OEM factory stairstep of 3” must be maintained for the vehicle. No altering, restacking or adding of leaf springs will be permitted. No lengthening of the main or altering or relocating of the shackle. Rear suspension must be a working suspension!

Sway bars must not be altered from OEM shape or size. Sway bars may not be welded to the frame in any way. Sway bars are to be mounted to the frame using OEM brackets. Hardware may be changed at the lower arm 3/8” bolt size max in factory location. Sway bars must be mounted using the factory orientation. No upside-down sway bars. Sway bars must be “Make for Make”.

Automotive five-bolt rear ends only. Example, 10-bolt GM, 9” Ford, 8.8 Ford, 8 34 Chrysler, etc. No custom rear-end housings. No reinforcing the tubes. No changing size of bolt holes or use of oversized bolts or washers. Spider gears may be welded. Bolt in axle conversions permitted.

Watts Link Conversions are permitted. You may use factory brackets and weld to car or Watts Conversion plates no bigger than 5” x 5” x 12”; 4 bolts max per side. Minimal bracket fab for lowers. See Addendum B

*Only stock OEM car trailing arms may be used. They may be adjusted to obtain pinion angle 1” overlap – no reinforcing.Direct bolt-on pinion brakes permitted. No extra bracing to mount pinion brake. Factory brackets can be swapped on rear differential. Example, 1980's Ford brackets to 9”, etc. Top ears must be minimal fab with factory style OEM bushings only. No spherical joints, etc.


Steering Columns
Steering columns may be altered between box shaft and wheel. No hydraulic conversions.


Frame
Factory frames only. No frame altering other than described in the Rules. Front frames may be shortened to the front of the core support mount. Core support mount may not be modified. Repair stubs must be butt-welded in the middle of the car. No plates permitted. No welded seams are permitted (even where the factory may have missed). No shaping of front frame horn or dimpling of rear frame hump. No hump plates. No tilting or cold bending. Rear frame section may be cut or dimpled to bend up. No rear frame chain of any kind from side to side will be permitted. There is to be no welding on the frame except within the areas specified in the Rules. Standard automotive production frames and specs.

For rust repair, plates may not be longer than 3” x 4” x 1/8" thick. No angle iron may be used in repair. No framework is to be done without approval first. Fix-it plates may be welded solid around the perimeter of the plate but not the center. If more than one side by side plate is needed, a minimum of a 1” gap must be between the fix-it plates. The weld of these two plates may not be weaved together, all plates must remain in place, no cutting to make multiple plates. Used cars are only permitted two fix-it plates; maximum of 3" x 4" x 1/8”. We encourage building fresh cars.

Cross member must remain stock. Any OEM factory automotive transmission cross-member is allowed except 2003 and newer Ford. No added metal to cross-member or altering. A 2" x 2" x 4" x 6" angle may be welded to the frame for cross member mounting. Cross member must be bolted to the frame plate angle mount. No larger than 3/8” bolts may be used, with two bolts on each side. Cross-member must remain within 8” of factory location – no added material. 2" x 2" x 1/4" tubing may be used but must have (4) 3/8” holes drilled in it for scoping. Must bolt in the same manner as described in the Rules. See Diagram.

Bumpers must remain in the stock location. Front bumpers on the front and rear bumpers on the rear; no fabricated bumpers are permitted. No loaded bumpers are permitted. Ends of the bumpers must be open. You may NOT reinforce or weld. Chrome may not be welded to the backing of bumper. Hard nosing is permitted. If hard nosing, nothing can be inside of the frame and no bumper shocks of any kind are permitted. A maximum plate of 6” x 6” x 4” may be welded to the end of the frame for bumper mounting. 10-gauge bumpers are permitted. If you are unsure of what you have ask SMW.

Bumper shocks may be collapsed and welded. 3/8"chain may be wrapped and welded to outer bumper skin with a maximum of two links welded to the frame top and bottom within first 6" of frame-measured from end of frame. Bumper chain links may not be welded over the seam. The rear bumper chain may NOT pass through the body in any manner. It is attached bumper to frame only. Bumper chain links may not be welded from the skin to the frame. Bumpers can and should be #9 wired to the body front and rear; two locations per bumper. Wire may pass through trunk lid and taillight panel and hood/core support; 3 strands per spot.

SMW Mighty Mini Bumpers, Light Flat Bumpers and Light SS Bumpers will be permitted – 10 gauge maximum. www.smithmetalworks.info Comparable bumpers will be permitted upon SMW approval.

Maximum bumper heights must be 22” in the front and a minimum of 15” in the rear; measured to the bottom side of the bumper as mounted on the car.


Body
Body sheet metal is to remain in stock position. Shaping, forming or creasing is allowed in the following Attachment B: trunk lid/tailgate may be welded, wired or banded in six plates; 3" x 3" x 1/8" plate maximum. The trunk may not overlap the quarter panels. Trunk lid may be tucked and attached to the floor in two places. No more than 3” to floor and trunk lid. One 15” inspection hole is required. Hole may be bolted in six places with a maximum of 5/16" sized bolts, 1” in length with 1” washers. Rear speaker decks cannot be removed. Absolutely no creasing on the cars in front of the rear doors seam.

No metal may be added to the radiator support. The radiator may be strapped in two places, vertically. 1/2" all-thread maximum, 1” banding, or three strands of #9 wire may be used. Condenser may be mounted in four places, factory style only with a maximum of four 3/8” bolts. Inspectors must be able to see between radiators and condensers. No spray foam is permitted.

All hoods must have a minimum of two 12” x 12” holes. Holes may be bolted in six places with a maximum of 3/8” bolts, 1” in length with 1” washers. You may use six 12” bolts for hood hold-downs. 3" x 3" x 1/4" maximum dimensions for the hood hold-downs. Hood bolts may pass through core support only; they may not pass through or around the frame. No 1” all-thread in the core support is permitted. You may add 3” x 3” x 3” x 1/8” angle to the inner fender for hood bolt mounts. No gussets from core support to fenders as hood bolt hold-downs are permitted. Angles cannot connect fenders to the firewall.

It is highly recommended that the driver's and passenger's doors be welded solid and plated. Door skins are also permitted along with inside door plates. Sidebar to sheet metal only; not within body mount areas. No C-channel reinforcements are permitted on the outer doors. Driver's nor passenger's door reinforcement may not extend beyond the drivers door seams more than 3”. Doors may be welded, banded, bolted or chained shut. If welded, it can only have a maximum of six 3” X 3” x 1/8” plates using vertical welds. Chain, wire or banding must not pass through or around the frame in any location. Maximum of three strands of wire, maximum of 1” banding. Chaining, wiring and banding must be done sheet metal to sheet metal in six places only. No washers welded in for wiring will be permitted.

Front and rear window bars may be made of 2” x 2" square tubing or a maximum of 3" x 3/8" flat bar. Only two are permitted in the front window area and may attach at the fire wall. Bars may go 3” maximum onto the roof and no more than 3” onto the fire wall area. Rear window bar may not extend beyond 3” of the rear window opening and extend more than 3” from the seeker deck/trunk seam. If welded over trunk seam it counts as one tie down.


Body Mounts
All factory body mount bolts may be changed with 12" bolts only. You may use hockey pucks or a stack of washers, etc. Spacers will be looked at during inspection. All spacers must be free floating. Body mount rubbers must maintain a 1" space between body and frame. 3” x 3”x V4” washer top and bottom maximum. It is not permitted to move the body mount hole and washers may not be welded in the hole. No additional body mounts are permitted. A maximum of 3” will be permitted on risers made of 2” x 2" tubing. Risers may not be fastened to frame, core support, or body of car in any way. Core support mounts may NOT be used as hood bolts. No 1" all-thread permitted in the core support. If you show up to inspection with this you will be trailered. The purpose shall be to give adequate fan/radiator fitting only.

Cage You may run one bar behind the seat (from post to post) bar cannot go more than halfway past the back door, one bar for the dash, and one bar for each door connecting the seat and dash bars. 4” x 4” tubing or 4” pipe maximum size to be used. 14" x 6" x 6" mounted brackets may be used for dash and seat bar installation door bars may not run into front fender area past cowl. No down bars connecting the cage to the floor or frame are permitted in any manner. Door bars may not extend within 2” of rear-most door seam on two door cars must be 2” from wheel tubs. This is to free up space for battery, tanks, coolers, etc. No seat belts may be bolted to the floor connecting any part of roof or trunk in any location other than the OEM mounting location for safety only. Adequate padding is recommended.

A rollover halo bar may be installed for protection. The halo bar must run vertically from the rear seat bar only. The halo bar may be attached to the roof in two places using 12" bolts. 4” x 4” maximum.


Gas Tank
No shelfs other than gas tank are permitted. The floorboards and sheet metal must be visible to inspectors. Gas tank must be securely mounted to the floor or mounted on the rear seat bar. Maximum size for gas tank protector is 24” wide to the outside of the protector and may be tight to the rear sheet metal. Cannot be attached to the sheet metal or package tray. Gas tanks must be constructed of steel. This includes metal fuel cells, Jerry cans and boat tanks. No plastic tanks or lacquer cans will be permitted (even if you put it in a milk crate). Fuel line must be securely fastened and clamped so that it will not pull free from the tank. Holes must be drilled into the floor underneath the tank if it is mounted on the bar, or around the perimeter of the tank if mounted on the floor. If you are using an electric fuel pump, you must use high pressure fuel line. A shutoff switch must be located on the dash bar. Shutoff switch must be visibly marked. Fuel tank vents should be positioned away from occupants. Rollover valves are recommended.


Drive Train
Engine swaps are permitted. No alcohol fuels. Slider driveshafts are permitted. No distributor protectors, cradles, or pulley protectors are permitted. Transmission coolers are permitted inside the car. No type of rubber fuel line is permitted as transmission lines. Heavy duty transmission lines or hydraulic JIC are recommended. Enhanced motor mounts are permitted (SMW weld kit or equivalent) to meet specifications. See Diagram. Engine can have 1/2″ lower cradle max with front plate(no mid plate).
Two-barrel carburetor only. Headers are permitted. Aftermarket shifter, gas pedal and brake pedals are permitted. OEM or Aluminum style radiators can be used and place in the OEM location. Looping of hoses is not permitted. Electric fans are permitted. Transmissions must be stock housings. No steel bells and no steel tails. No transmission braces will be permitted. Stock transmission mounts only. Stock-style motor mounts. Aftermarket ok but must have rubber bushing and horizontal bolt. No aluminum aftermarket bells. No steel bells. Motor chains must be used with a 3/8” maximum size. Chain must be bolted to the motor and dropped vertically with no more than two links welded to the K frame. Links may not be welded from the frame to the motor. No skid plates. Transmission pan and oil pan may be plated for protection. Plate may not exceed 1” beyond the pan. They cannot connect. Basic adapter plates for BOP transmissions are permitted. Cars must have working brakes. All fan blades MUST be covered, and all carburetor cars must run an air cleaner. Transmissions may be wired, banded or chained around cross member. This is a simple allowance for mount failure – don't get tricky.


Tires and Wheels
Any air-filled tire up to 16" are permitted. They cannot be solid, foam or water filled nor studded.

OEM stamped steel wheels only. No solid wheels, bead locks. A simple 8” weld in center weld is permitted. Simple valve stem guards are permitted. Lip reinforcements are permitted.


Battery
One 12-volt battery will be permitted. Battery must be secured in a manner that is safe for the driver, passenger and fellow competitors. No ratchet straps or bungee cords are permitted. A battery box is recommended. Battery must be covered with non-flammable material. Battery cables must be insulated from gas tank and components.


Rust Repair
Sheet metal only to patch body tin. Stitch welding only permitted. Must prove rust. Do not go overboard. 2” overlap onto good sheet metal only. Please contact us PRIOR to any rust repairs.

All Rules are at the interpretation of officials. If you have questions, ASK BEFORE the derby – do not wait until the day of the event! If you are willing to weld it on, be willing to cut it off. If you are found to be overbuilt pursuant to these rules you will be given the option to cut or remove illegal parts or load your car and go home. There will be no adjustment option on over builds.

Questions can be answered by calling Jason Padgett 704-477-0074