OFFICIAL RULE BOOK
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Est. 1960
Rt. 9 • Malta, NY
Rt. 22A • W. Haven, VT
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ALL CARS (with the exception of Bomber Warriors)
PARTICIPATING IN CVRA EVENTS MUST BE EQUIPPED WITH AN
AMB IDENTIFICATION & TIMING TRANSPONDER.
AMB toll free: 877-426-2488
ALL CARS PARTICIPATING IN CVRA EVENTS MUST BE EQUIPPED WITH A
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Racing sanctioned by Champlain Valley Racing Association
and NASCAR Whelen All-American Series
PO Box 332 • Fair Haven, VT 05743
Main Office: (802) 265-4613
fax (802) 265-4613 • www.cvra.com • racing@cvra.com
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WARRANTY DISCLAIMER
The rules promulgated in this rule book are intended as guidelines for the sport of stock car, auto racing or such racing
competition, and the rules relating to the safety of equipment are the responsibility of each car owner, driver and crew
member who participates in the sport of auto racing under these rules. No expressed or implied warranty of safety is
intended nor may be inferred from the publication of these rules, nor the compliance therewith. Nothing herein should be
construed as a guarantee against injury or death to participants, by-standers or spectators.
Specifications and rules set forth in this rule book are based upon the recommendations of competing members of other
organizations and other participants in the sport of auto racing.
The CVRA specifically states that it has not tested any equipment or use of equipment that it refers to in this rule book
and makes no warranties either specific or implied with regard thereto and any use thereof must look to the manufacturer
thereof with regard to said warranties.
To aid in the safety of participants in automobile stock car racing, as well as that of the spectators, and to provide for the
orderly conduct of stock car racing events, requires close adherence to the rules and regulations set forth. It is the responsibility of each participant, car owner, driver and crew to make every possible effort to obey the safety rules both written
and unwritten to assure the safety of all involved. Upon submitting your application for membership and your entering onto
the grounds of any Champlain Valley Racing Association sanctioned track, speedway, and/or grounds you assume this
responsibility personally.
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Any duplication, reproduction or other use of this Rule Book must be approved in writing by CVRA, PO Box 332, Fair Haven, VT 05743
W A R N I N G!
Take Notice
No car competing in any division shall
have a noise decible reading higher than
Readings shall be
taken at trackside
95
Violation shall mean immediate disqualification for the night.
All divisions will be required to use a muffler. Any brand of muffler allowed. ALL MUFFLERS MUST HAVE
A BAFFLE SYSTEM... NO GUTTED MUFFLERS!
At Albany-Saratoga Speedway, all exhausts must run straight back to rear of car with exhaust pipe ending in
one 90° turn down to the ground. The 90° angle is absolute!
In addition, all race teams must have a way for the tech inspectors to look up the exhaust with a scope.
THE PIPE MUST BE ABLE TO UN-BOLT FROM MUFFLER or RACE TEAM MUST HAVE A 3/4"
INSPECTION HOLE SO INSPECTORS CAN LOOK UP AND VERIFY THAT MUFFLER HAS A
BAFFLE SYSTEM.
REV. 01/10
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CVRA MEMBERSHIP & PIT ADMITTANCE
1. No one under age 12 shall be allowed in pit area or granted a membership.
2. All persons under 18 years of age MUST have a signed minor’s release from a legal guardian and provide a copy of their birth certificate.
3. Any competitor (driver) under the age of 18 that has not competed in a prior year at one of our tracks, MUST file a
resume showing their racing experience (if any) with the main office prior to competing. In addition, ALL drivers
must have a valid NASCAR or INEX (for Legends) membership.
4. All persons going into pit area as non-members must sign the non-membership form and release statement.
5. All applications must be filled out in full. Discounted member pit fee rate will not be honored without a NASCAR/
INEX membership license card and valid photo ID. Other sanctioning body memberships may be honored at
certain events.
6. CVRA reserves the right to reject any membership. CVRA also reserves the right to decline any non-member
admittance to the pits. CVRA reserves the right to refuse entry to speedway grounds at any time.
7. No person or company shall be allowed to sell or solicit products or services without permission from speedway
management in writing.
8. No car will be allowed to compete without a proper number cleared by the CVRA office. No duplicate numbers
allowed. No more than three digits. See PAINTING AND NUMBERING.
FEES
1. OWNERS, PIT CREWS, OTHERS: $90 for NASCAR driver or crew license, except drivers of Division I
NASCAR Modifieds $185.
Note to car owners: Car number from prior year will only be reserved until February 15, all cars must be registered
with CVRA Car Registration Form.
Nightly Pit & Entry Fees may vary depending on track and event.
Once a member joins for a season, he or she agrees to abide by all rules set forth by the CVRA
management and/or NASCAR/INEX. No refunds of pit and entry fees once paid will be made.
GENERAL RULES
1. The track official in charge has the right to reject the entry of any car or driver.
2. The decision of the race officials on interpretation of rules pertaining to racing or race procedure shall be final.
3. The scorer’s decision on position is final.
4. Anyone involved in an accident while on the racing premises and who does not report to the official in charge before
leaving the premises (provided they are able to make such a report) will not be eligible for benefits prescribed under
the Benefit plan.
5. The race director is empowered to permit deviation from any of the rules or specifications herein set forth if, in their
opinion, the safety factor is not lowered.
6. The owner and driver only may represent their team in any and all matters pertaining to the race.
7. At no time shall anyone subject any CVRA/NASCAR/INEX official to abuse or use improper language at any time.
No one shall participate in fights on race premises at any time. Violators of these rules may be fined or suspended or
both. See item #2 under VIOLATIONS, SUSPENSIONS, FINES.
8. CVRA reserves the right to subject any car to mechanical inspection at any time.
PIT PROCEDURE
1. All members shall properly sign into pit area in accordance with track policy, and no one shall be allowed in without
proper registration and pit pass.
2. Each car must be checked in with the official at the designated area immediately upon arrival at the track. Either the
owner or driver will be responsible for checking the car in. If a car arrives late or officials have not been properly
notified of its presence, the car will not be handicapped. Any new car MUST be checked in and a number assigned before entering the pits.
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3. All excess oil shall be deposited into the waste oil drum provided by the speedway. THERE WILL BE NO
DUMPING OF OIL ON THE GROUND! This oil dump station will be located at a pre-announced spot. If the
day after the race a race team’s pit is found to be in violation of the above, the speedway shall charge the car owner
a reasonable fee to correct the violations. This money shall be deducted from any prize money the car has won.
Continual violation may mean suspension.
4. It is mandatory that all car owners and drivers be present at the pit meeting. The pit steward shall have the option of
determining when or if a pit meeting will be held.
5. THERE SHALL BE NO DRINKING OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN THE PIT AREA AT ANY TIME –
BEFORE OR DURING THE RACES.
WARM-UP PROCEDURE
1. The speedway will open its track for warm-ups one hour prior to the announced race time.
TRACK PROCEDURE
1. No car or cars shall be allowed on the track unless the official starter is on duty and he has given permission.
2. At no time will a pit crew or car owner be allowed on the track. Violators may be subject to fines and/or
suspensions.
3. NO repairs will be made on the track, at the track gate, or the infield at any time.
4. If a member of the pit crew touches the car for any reason the car must start in scratch position, and any time a car
must go to the pit area for repairs, the car must go to the rear of the field. Any car asked to report to pits by a race
official for safety inspection during a race will be allowed to get their position back if no work was needed on car.
5. Any driver who – in the judgment of the officials in charge – causes the race to be halted, shall be penalized a
minimum of one lap.
6. No driver, owner or mechanic shall have any claim for damages, expenses or otherwise against the track owners or
promoters or track operators, by reason of disqualifications or damage to car or driver or both. They agree that
the track is in a safe and usable condition when they take part in the racing activities, and that they enter
the course on their own free will. The race course is open for inspection at any time prior to practice time.
7. All participants are subject to CVRA/NASCAR/INEX rules and regulations when on the racing premises, and
when the cars get away on the first warm-up lap it shall be considered the start of an event.
8. A race may be stopped at any time at the discretion of the starter or officials if they consider it dangerous or unsafe
to continue. If race is stopped under these conditions, and is past the halfway point, the race will be considered
officially finished.
9. In case of an accident in the first lap we will go back to original restart minus the cars involved who will fall to the
rear as they emerge from the accident. All accidents shall be cleared under the yellow flag (if possible). If the red
flag is displayed after a caution flag it means a caution stop, and all cars will keep in line in the position that they are
running. If caution laps are being counted and a red flag condition occurs, the race may resume under yellow and
laps will continue to be counted.
10. In the event of a serious accident where the red flag stops the race, cars will line up in the order that they were
running at the completion of the last lap.
11. Restart order after a caution will be the last fully completed lap. In the event that enough laps have been completed
to call the event official, the drivers shall be scored and paid on the position they would have had on the restart.
12. When the checkered flag has been given the leader or winner, the balance of the field receives the checkered flag in
the same lap and the race is finished.
13. Finishing positions shall be paid off according to the distance traveled regardless of whether the car is running or not.
14. It shall be the responsibility of the safety crews to clear the speedway as quickly as possible so the race can restart.
Any driver who shall interfere with this shall automatically be suspended for one week.
15. No race shall be considered official until the official declaration of the winning position is made and posted by the
track officials in charge. If no protest is filed within 10 minutes after finishing positions are posted, the
finish shall be considered official. All protests must be made in writing to the pit steward on official protest form.
16. Any driver who drives through the infield in a reckless manner may be placed one lap down or black flagged from
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that event at the Race Director’s discretion, and may be suspended, fined or both.
17. Any driver who drives into or through the pit area while at a high rate of speed or in a reckless manner while making
a pit stop shall be held at the pit gate for one lap when he returns to the speedway, or may be disqualified, and/or
may be fined a monetary amount at the discretion of officials.
18. DRIVERS WHO DO NOT FALL IN LINE ON RESTARTS MAY BE PUT BACK TO REAR OF FIELD, OR
MAY BE BLACK FLAGGED.
19. A car that loses its position during an accident may not return to its original position if a car or cars have passed him,
but may pick up the position behind the last car to pass him. Race Director has the ability to waive this rule.
20. After all the cars in the pack have passed the scene of the accident, the remaining cars that have not assumed a
position will go to the rear of the pack in the order they leave the accident.
RACE PROCEDURE
1. Cars must take the original green flag in any race to qualify to finish that race.
2. Any car requiring assistance to start for any reason must go to the rear and may be black flagged. Exception – if
stopped by flagger.
3. Any car requiring assistance to start after being stopped by the flagger can assume its position held before being
stopped unless instructed otherwise by the flagger.
4. Once a race has started driver switches are not allowed.
5. Any driver refusing to go to the rear shall be penalized a minimum of one lap, and possible disqualification from
event with no money paid or points earned.
6. Any driver refusing to take the black flag may be suspended at least one week.
7. Once the car qualifies for the event any driver changes shall result in the car starting in the rear!
8. Cars who drop out of the race for any reason during a qualifying event must go to the infield, unless announced
otherwise.
9. The top five cars in all divisions running at the end of the feature must report directly to the scales before going to his
or her pit area. There will be no exceptions.
HANDICAP & SCORING RULES
1. To be handicapped or allowed to draw for position a car (not just a crew member) must be in the pits one half hour
before the first scheduled race of the program. Non-handicapped or drawn cars will run last in heats as determined
by the track handicapper. Check-in will be in pit tower, not pit gate. It is the responsibility of the driver or
car owner to check the car in. This ensures that the car will be handicapped.
2. Handicapping is based on points earned by driver during the previous three races at that track. If the driver hasn’t
been at the track with a car for any of the three previous races he is assigned winner’s points for the races missed.
3. The number of cars to be qualified in each heat will be posted before each race meet.
4. The number of cars to start the main event may vary, depending on the total number of cars entered in that division
on that particular night.
5. It is the driver’s responsibility to notify the track handicapper one half hour before the heat races if he is driving a
different car than he last drove at that track. If he does not notify the handicapper any points and money won will be
forfeited.
6. It is the driver’s responsibility to notify the track handicapper if he is driving a car in the consolation race he did not
drive in a heat. Failure to do so will disqualify him from the feature. He will start last in the consolation race. Driver
will receive last place points if he/she cannot find an approved car to compete in. When substituting cars in an
attempt to qualify, both car and driver must be in pit area.
7. It is the driver’s responsibility to notify the track handicapper if he is driving a car in the feature that he did not
qualify. Failure to do so will disqualify him from any points or money. He will start last in the feature.
8. If a driver drives a car in the feature that he did not qualify, both he and the driver who qualified the car will be
assigned the points earned for handicapping purposes.
9. Only cars that are in pits during heat races will be allowed to race in the feature, unless handicapper has
been notified that the car will be late.
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10. If a DRIVER misses his posted heat or goes in the wrong heat the car may be placed last in the consolation or start
in the rear of his or her posted heat race.
11. Officials have the right to position a qualified car further back in the lineup if it is for the betterment of the race.
12. If a driver qualifies two (2) or more cars, he must drive the last car that he qualified in the feature race, and the first
car he qualified must re-qualify.
13. No feature winners can start in the top six in the feature unless the number of non-feature winners will not allow it.
14. If any division has less cars entered for the night’s racing event than it normally starts in the night’s feature, officials
have the option of not running a consolation event. If heat races are run and any car entered fails to make the
starting field in the qualifying race that car will be allowed to start the feature race in last place. To qualify you must
take the original green flag.
15. A new driver shall start from the scratch position in the heat race for three (3) weeks.
16. All cars (except Bomber Warriors and Enduros) racing at Albany-Saratoga or Devil’s Bowl Speedway will be
required to have a working transponder for use with the AMB computer scoring system. The AMB website is
located at www.amb-it.com. No duplicate car numbers will be allowed! Three digit numbers are allowed. Failing to
notify the track handicapper of a transponder change prior to the start of the first race of the night will be cause for
automatic disqualification. No points or monies will be paid. It is the driver’s responsibility to have the transponder
on at all times. If transponder is not on, car will not be scored! Bomber Warriors and Enduro cars do not need to
have a transponder and will be scored by hand. Race officials shall attempt to notify cars during warm ups if their
transponder is not working.
17. Any driver who does not regularly compete on the CVRA shall start no higher than behind the last qualified car.
POINTS & PAYOFF
1. Points and point funds shall be established on a current basis and will be pre-announced at the beginning of each
racing season as to value, etc. All NASCAR/INEX point fund money will be paid according to their rules. No point
fund money will be paid to any driver who does not have a valid NASCAR or INEX license or to any driver who
has not fulfilled CVRA/NASCAR/INEX requirements.
2. Any driver receiving point fund money must attend the annual banquet in order to receive that money.
3. Any and all payoff monies must be picked up at either track no later than three consecutive race meets
from the race in which it was earned, unless a request has been made in writing to the CVRA main office
prior to the third event. The owner may designate someone to pick up payoff by written request only.
Owner will be required to show valid proof of ID in order to receive any purse/payoff money.
4. Points will not be kept for transients. Points will be gained in the feature race, unless otherwise announced. A
minimum of five points will be given to start any feature. Points will be allotted as follows:
1. 50 6. 40 11. 33 16. 28 21. 23 26. 18 31. 13 36. 8
2. 48 7. 38 12. 32 17. 27 22. 22 27. 17 32. 12 37. 7
3. 46 8. 36 13. 31 18. 26 23. 21 28. 16 33. 11 38. 6
4. 44 9. 35 14. 30 19. 25 24. 20 29. 15 34. 10 39. 5
5. 42 10. 34 15. 29 20. 24 25. 19 30. 14 35. 9 40. 5
PROTESTS
1. NO protests will be considered or allowed while the race is in progress.
2. A protest regarding any matters pertaining to mechanical specifications must be made within five minutes after the
finish of the race. Protest must be made in writing with a $250 cash bond.
3. A protest may be made by a driver or car owner only, who must be a member in good standing, participating in that
event. Person filing protest may also have to tear down.
4. The officials may enact their own rules for the conduct of the hearing and prescribe the manner in which either trackmandated or protest tear downs may be executed. All decisions made by track officials or inspectors shall be final.
It is further stated that no driver, owner or any person or parties shall have any legal claim for damages, expenses or
otherwise against track owners or promoters or track operators, its employees, sponsors or any party or parties
involved with speedway management regarding any and all decisions involving race procedures, finishes or technical
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inspection decisions. By entering any race meet you agree to this and waive any rights to any legal claims against the
above mentioned entities. Furthermore, speedway management shall have the right to seek reimbursement of any
legal fees incurred from any such claims. All decisions of the race director are final.
5. In the event that the car under protest is not legal, the money will be returned. If the car is legal, 80% of the money
paid will go to the car owner and 20% will go to cover the cost of the tear down.
6. Any visual protests made after the start of the feature race will not be investigated. (A visual protest is one that
doesn’t require any type of measuring device to establish the legality of any part of a car.)
7. All protests shall be in writing and presented to the pit steward only. At no time shall anyone take a grievance
to the main office. Only protests made on the official Inspection/Protest/Claim Form will be considered
valid! These are available only from the pit steward at the pit tower.
8. Protests regarding official race results must be made within 10 minutes of those results being posted.
9. CVRA reserves the right to reject any and all protests.
VIOLATIONS, SUSPENSIONS, FINES
All teams or anyone entering restricted pit area are subject to disciplinary action for violation of these rules. Penalties
for violations include disqualification, suspension, fine and/or loss of points. The nature of the penalty is determined by
the gravity of the harm to the safety and good reputation of stock car racing.
1. Anyone who assaults or threatens to do bodily harm to any official, track employee, or persons serving under his
direction may be suspended, fined not less than $100 and no more than $500 and shall lose all points for race meet
and may lose all accumulated points.
2. Anyone who participates in fights in pits, on track or race premises, will be fined a minimum of $100 and a maximum of $500, may be suspended and may not return until the fine is paid. Anyone involved in fighting while on
speedway grounds will not be covered by track and pit benefits and may have the privilege of attending sanctioned
events revoked indefinitely.
3. Any car that is found illegal will lose all points for the event, and at the discretion of the race director may lose all
points accumulated for the season at that track, depending on the severity of the infraction. It is further stated
that any and all illegal parts may become property of the respective speedway without claim and will not
be returned to the guilty party. Race teams that have illegal parts confiscated will have no legal claim against
CVRA, Albany-Saratoga Speedway, Devil’s Bowl Speedway, its employees, sponsors or any party involved with
Champlain Valley Racing Association events.
4. Any person, while participating in a sanctioned event or who signs into the pits on race day, may be subject to
random drug and/or alcohol testing, and any person who partakes of any alcoholic beverage or illegal drugs, shall
immediately be ejected from the racing premises, and shall be subjected to a mandatory fine of not less than $500
or more than $1,000 and automatic suspension. Anyone who refuses to be tested will have the privilege of attending
sanctioned events revoked indefinitely.
5. Any member who fails to obtain a competitor’s permit and sign the release forms for that particular meet will be
subject to a mandatory fine of not less than $200 and/or disqualification of driver and car associated with the
violation.
6. Any member who permits someone else to use his membership card will be subject to a mandatory fine of not less
than $100 and no more than $200 and will be suspended a minimum of one race meet and up to four race meets
and will lose all (if any) accumulated track points and may lose NASCAR/INEX points as well. Any member who
attempts to use a license other than his own shall also be subject to the same. Licenses and photo ID MUST be
shown to gain entry into the pits as a member. Non-member fees will be charged if you do not show your license.
NO EXCEPTIONS.
7. Any member who signs the release sheets or competitor’s permit for someone other than himself shall be subject to
a mandatory fine of not less than $100.
8. Any member(s) who causes the racing program to be halted for any reason such as personal grievances may be
subject to a fine of not less than $200 or more than $500 and/or loss of all accumulated points.
9. Any member, car owner or driver in violation of any spec engine rules or found to be tampering with gasoline will
result in loss of all accumulated points to date. Driver and car owner will be suspended for the remainder of the
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racing season. The driver is as responsible as the car owner, and it shall be the responsibility of both the car owner
and driver to know what is legal and what is illegal, and what parts are used in the race car that he or she owns
and/or may be driving.
10. All fines shall be paid before a person or persons will be allowed into the pit area or premises.
11. Any member who attempts to bring any grievance to the main control tower may be fined $500, the
member’s race team may lose all accumulated points for the year, and the member may be suspended.
The race team involved will also lose any points for that event.
12. Engine Tech: By signing release sheets and upon entering speedway grounds and agreeing to abide by the rules of
the organization, it is agreed that CVRA, Albany-Saratoga Speedway, Devil’s Bowl Speedway have the right to
remove any engine and have CVRA approved engine shops only, perform random technical inspections.
CVRAApproved Engine Builders:
RPM Racing Engines, 331 Carpenter Hill Road Georgia, VT, phone 802-524-7406, www.rpmenginesvt.com
Hunt’s Machine, 102 Weaver Street Schenectady , NY, phone 518-372-7273, www.huntsmachine.com
Our only goal is for parity for all race teams that compete weekly on the CVRA. CVRA receives NO monies
from RPM Racing Engines or Hunt’s Machine, just technical support for speedway management. This set of rules
has been developed and proven by Tom Curley and the American Canadian Tour. Every engine will be computer
recorded and records kept by the CVRA and the engine shop.
Engines will be removed from time to time and shipped to RPM Racing Engines or Hunt’s Machine for inspection. At this time the engine will be inspected and dyno tested for legality. Any unsealed engines will be removed and
inspected sooner rather than later. If the engine is legal the race team will have the option of sealing the engine for
$425. If the engine is legal and the race team does not want the engine sealed, then tech costs the first time will be
covered by the CVRA. The unsealed engine will still be considered an “open” engine. The cost for tech on an
“open” engine that has to be removed and tech inspected once from the car and shipped to RPM Racing Engines or
Hunt’s Machine will cost the race team $425 in delivery and labor costs to inspect the engine. Each subsequent time
after the first time an engine is removed for tech, the cost of $425 for shipping and shop labor will be borne by the
race team, whether it is determined to be legal or not.
13. If any race team refuses technical inspections on its car, the car itself, the car owner, and the driver shall be suspended for a minimum of eight (8) race meets and may be suspended for the remainder of the season. Crew members of said car may also be subject to suspension. Race team will forfeit all accumulated points to date.
OFFICIAL FLAG RULE
Any driver who does not obey the flag rules will be subject to disqualification. Where light signals are used, a
definite understanding concerning these signals in relation to the flags shall be made before the race.
GREEN FLAG – Start of race.
BLUE FLAG/YELLOW STRIPE – For passing, and will be displayed only when you are being lapped.
YELLOW FLAG – Caution, go slow, single file, hold position, no passing!
RED FLAG – Danger, all cars must come to a safe and controlled stop. Driver may proceed only after race official
permits and it is safe to proceed.
BLACK FLAG – Pull off track for consultation.
WHITE FLAG – One lap to go.
CHECKERED FLAG – End of race.
PAINTING AND NUMBERING
All cars must be neatly painted and lettered. Numbers must be approved by CVRA when owner registers them
each year. Prior year’s numbers have preference if reserved by February 15th. After that date they are reserved on a
first-come, first-served basis. Car numbers that are reserved require participation. Numbers that are reserved and not
used will be given to someone else upon request. We may notify you if there is a request for a reserved number that has
not been used. No more than three-digit letter/number combinations allowed. No more than one letter in combination
with one or two numbers allowed. No fractions allowed. Numbers must be at least 18" tall and no less than 3"
thick. Numbers must be as large as possible to facilitate scoring. Numbers must be in contrast to car body color. Any
silver, gold or chrome numbers will not be allowed, nor will the use of “color chrome” on numbers or lettering be
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allowed. If the body is light, the number must be dark, and if the body is dark, the number must be light. Numbers shall
be on each side of the car and on the roof. The number on the roof should FACE the scoring tower, with the bottom
above the passenger door area.
All letters must be placed in the upper right hand corner of the car numbers. All letters must be NO SMALLER than
one-third the size of the car number, and letters must be the same color as numbers. If there is a three digit number used,
then the size and the color of all three digits must be the same.
We allow only one number and one number/letter for each number. The third request that comes in for the same
number will be evaluated on an individual basis, and we reserve the right to ask you to choose a different number.
All side bars must be painted bright white, yellow, orange or any fluorescent color. The use of clear Lexan door
protectors is strongly recommended for Pro Late Models, Renegades and Bomber Warriors.
Scorers have final say on how numbers appear on car. Car numbers are part of tech inspections. The main determining factor in allowing a number to remain as is, will be the ability to read the number from the main control tower
when the car is on the backstretch. All monies, points or awards will be withheld until car numbers are deemed readable
by race director. Owner or driver will have no claim against race management over this matter.
TRANSPONDER PLACEMENT
Transponder mounting brackets must be installed on the inside (or outside) of the right rear frame rail. The round
post of the bracket must be on top and the square tab on the bottom flush with the lower edge of the frame rail. The
bracket must be mounted with its center line a minimum of 15" to the backside of the rear axle and must be completely
vertical to the ground no higher than 20".
Transponders are required on the cars at all times. Any car not registering a transponder signal during practice will
be black-flagged to be made aware of their scoring transponder failure and is required to remedy it before proceeding
further in the event. All teams must be equipped with transponders fit to detect AMB Timing & Scoring system. Model
TransX260 recommended. Transponders will be for rent on a night-by-night basis at the speedway at $20/each with a
$200 crash clause. The Speedway holds the right to withhold any and all winnings until rented unit is returned or (in an
event of a damaged unit) the crash clause is paid. If transponder is not returned, whether damaged or not, the driver will
be responsible for full retail cost of the unit, at $375.
Failure to mount transponder in specified location will result in disqualification from race meet. Race team will not
receive any points or prize monies for event.
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SAFETY RULES
The following safety rules shall be in effect for all divisions of CVRA competition – any variation
from said rules in a particular division shall be noted in that division’s own rules section.
ALL CARS ARE SUBJECT TO SAFETY INSPECTION
BEFORE THEY ARE ALLOWED IN COMPETITION.
Roll Bars
1. Steel roll bars are compulsory, and must be approved by CVRA. Aluminum and other soft metals are not permitted.
Front and rear roll bars must be connected at the top (cage type) and bottom on both sides at seat height. Side roll
bars are compulsory and must extend inside into the door panels, (minimum of three on left and right side) with
additional support on the back of the roll bars. Side door bars should be convex in shape, with some arch. An
additional bar must be installed across the bottom of the dashboard, extending from the left roll bar leg to the right
roll bar leg. All full fendered cars (pro late models, renegades, and bomber warriors) will be required to install an
additional “windshield safety bar” to the roll cage. Dimensions of safety bar shall follow recommended sizes below.
2. All pipes and bars must be professionally welded all the way around at every joint, and must be 13/4" o.d. recommended minimum and walls not less than .095 steel recommended minimum or 11/2" o.d. recommended minimum
and walls not less than .120 steel recommended minimum. No pipe fittings allowed. It is recommended that all
welds have gussets. Pipe must be seamless, drawn over mandrel.
3. Roll bars in the driver’s area must be padded with polystyrene or similar fireproof material.
Safety Belts
1. No aircraft surplus belts allowed.
2. A quick release belt no less than 3" wide is compulsory. Seat belts must be within three (3) years old.
3. Shoulder harness and additional V-type seat belt compulsory.
4. A sub belt must also be used. It must be bolted to the floor in such a manner that it can be hooked into the seat and
shoulder belts.
5. Both ends must be fastened to the roll bar cage of the car with aircraft quality bolts, not less than 3/8" in diameter.
6. A steel plate may be welded to the roll bar cage on the right side of the driver so the belt can be brought down in
such a manner that it will keep the driver from sliding from side to side under the belt.
7. The belts must come from behind the driver.
Firesuits/Driver Safety Gear
It is recommended that all drivers wear a SFI certified firesuit with at least a 32A-1 rating, but a 32A-5
suit is recommended. Fire retardant underwear, arm restraints, gloves, racing shoes, and brace or padded strap
"horse type" collar neck support highly recommended! Use of HANS or Hutchins device strongly recommended.
Helmets
All helmets must have full head coverage. CVRA recommends but does not require all helmets to carry a Snell 2000
or newer certification.
Seats & Headrest
One piece high back aluminum racing seat only. Seat must be welded and bolted to the frame with minimum 3/8"
bolts and washer with lock nuts. Headrest must be of adequate size so as not to allow the driver’s head to pass on
either side.
Fire Extinguishers
On board fire extinguishers are recommended in all divisions.
Switches
1. Switches must be within reach of the driver after he is strapped into the car.
2. Switches are mandatory for fuel and battery and must be clearly labeled on and off.
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Fuel Tank
1. Fuel tanks (22 gallon max.) must be secured with steel straps, not less than two lengthwise and two crossways. Fuel
cells must be properly bolted into place. Fuel cells are mandatory in modified, sportsman, pro stock, tiger
sportsman and renegade divisions, and a maximum fuel cell is recommended for bomber warriors and duke
stocks. Only approved safety ball shut off assembly allowed.
2. Steel floors and firewalls are compulsory and must separate the driver from the engine and gas tank. Firewalls must
be not less than 20 gauge steel, securely welded and sealed on the top, bottom and sides. Where the stock floor
and firewalls are used all the holes must be covered with steel and welded or riveted.
3. All bodies must be installed on the frame in a safe approved manner.
4. No external filler connections.Filler tube neck must remain totally inside the trunk area. No access holes for filler
neck are allowed. The trunk cover must have to be opened to add fuel.
Gas Lines/Fuel Pumps
Gas lines should run under bottom of car or properly encased if run through the body. Neoprene tubing recommended. NO ELECTRICAL FUEL PUMPS ALLOWED. No pressure systems allowed. Bomber warriors may use
OEM factory stock-type fuel pumps.
Cooling Systems
Positively no antifreeze / engine coolant or other glycol based liquids allowed. Water and only approved waterwetters allowed. Any driver found using such fluids will be subject to a $250 fine.
Brakes
Only hydraulic four-wheel brakes allowed, and must be in excellent working condition at all times.
Miscellaneous Safety
1. A steel scattershield, not less than 3/8" thick must be installed over and around flywheel and clutch. Special production clutch housings are permitted in lieu of separate shields.
2. NO DOG CLUTCHES ALLOWED. The car must be able to shift into forward and reverse gear with motor
running.
3. All modified and sportsman cars must have a protective shield over the drive line to protect the driver in the event
the drive shaft comes unhooked. The protective shield must be at least 180° and cover the drive shaft. Steel of no
less than 1/8" thickness must be used and must extend from transmission to rear of the driver seat (top to floor).
4. All driveshafts must be painted WHITE in ALL divisions. Pro stocks, tiger sportsmen and renegades must
have a loop attached to bottom of car to hold up driveshaft in the event it comes loose from transmission.
5. All bolt-on weights must be fastened with no less than 3/8" Grade 8 bolts. Inspectors may require additional fastening
of weights if deemed necessary.
Starters/Batteries
Required in all divisions and must be in working order at all times.
Tow Hooks/Chains
Tow hooks are required for front and back of cars in all divisions. No less than 5/16" chain required.
Window Screen / Lexan Windshields
All vehicles must have a full window screen. This screen must have a maximum individual hole diameter of no more
than 2"x1", no chicken wire or aluminum mesh. Use 1/16" thick steel screen.
~ OR ~
All vehicles must have a full windshield of Lexan type material. Must be clear and supported by one upright brace in
center, with minimum thickness of 1/8". B-pillar window openings may be covered with clear Lexan only!
ALL RULES NOT COVERED HEREIN SHALL BE AT THE DISCRETION OF THE
SAFETY INSPECTOR AND IF HE FEELS HE SHOULD PUT FORTH RULES ON
SAFETY HE MAY DO SO AT ANY TIME.
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LETTER TO PRO STOCK / LATE MODEL TEAMS
Please be advised that the 2011 Pro Late Model Rules are just what the division name says. There may be more
classes that are not listed such as Super Street which will be allowed to compete. As we evolve with our pavement
racing programs we will be “melding” the rules that were in place from the 2010 CVRA pro stocks and transitioning
them into the future.
Race management has conducted several meetings with drivers and owners during the 2010 racing season. Once
again we are clearly stating here that the CVRA will be moving its pro stock rules to “ACT type” rules. As a result, we
are now in what could be called a “transition period.” Included in the CVRA rulebook is a set of the late model rules.
In 2011, all race teams will be allowed to compete under their current rules. There will be no blending of these
rulebooks allowed!
If you have a car that competed in the CVRA Pro Stocks last year, then you must follow these rules as written here
100%! As per the meetings that have been conducted, we have implemented a few rule changes and they are included
here.
If you are an ACT Late Model car, then you must follow their 2011 rules 100%! If you are a Super Street then you
must follow these 2011 rules as written here 100%! We have approved the use of the CVRA Engine Option #3 in the
ACT-type Late Model chassis.
If you have a pro stock, super street, or late model type car and had been in competition at a northeast track in
2010, and you wish to compete on the CVRA in 2011, please contact our business office. You can reach us at AlbanySaratoga Speedway at 518-857-0761, or the Devil’s Bowl Speedway at 802-265-4613. CVRA will do our best to
work with you to be able to compete this year with us. Please be sure to do this prior to coming to the speedway.
If you are looking to purchase a pro late model car you will be well advised to buy an “ACT” type car. Only car
owners that owned the non-ACT type cars in 2010 will be allowed to compete on the CVRA in 2011. Do NOT buy a
non-ACT type car and expect to compete on the CVRA in 2011!
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PRO STOCK SPECIFICATIONS (CVRA-Type Cars)
Let it be known that the intent of these rules is to provide a rules package that meets the design of the pro stocks
that have raced on the CVRA in the past several years. The rules herein outlined have been designed so that everyone
has a level playing field. For race teams who are looking for the most competitive engine package, the use of the
Chevrolet "602" that retails for just over $3,000 will be the engine of choice. This package has been in use on the
CVRA for nearly 10 years. The engine that was purchased by CVRA to develop this program nearly 10 years ago is
still owned by us today, and has been racing weekly on the CVRA every year. This engine has won several championships and countless races. The engine has only been rebuilt once in its lifetime! How much money has been spent on
"homebuilt" engines every year over a 10 year period? How about counting the dollars spent on racing gas for the
"homebuilt" engines?
CVRA believes that there needs to continue to be an option package for engines that are built by racers or local
engine builders. This is and has always been part of racing – working on cars and building the best "piece" and beating
the rest of the competition. The intent is for everyone to have a fair shot at winning!!! CVRA reserves the right to adjust
the engine and/or weight rules to provide an equal and balanced playing field.
Anything not covered by the following rules must be checked and approved by the CVRA office before
proceeding.
All pro stock teams will be required to disclose to tech officials the engine type. Tech staff will then log the engine
type and serial numbers. For all World Product heads the serial numbers will be cross-referenced and all numbers will
be logged into tech sheets.
It is the responsibility of the car owner and driver to report any engine changes BEFORE car enters into competition. Failure to report any engine changes to CVRA will result in the following penalties.
Failure to report an engine or engine part change before car enters into competition for night, or any “team” found
tampering with “spec engine” will be disqualified from event and removed from competition for the remainder of the
racing season. Competitor will lose all points accumulated to date, and may be suspended for the following racing
season as well. After reporting any engine or engine parts changes all cars must go to tech area to have their engine tech
inspected before entering into competition.
Engines
Any member, car owner or driver in violation of any spec engine rules or found to be tampering with gasoline will
result in loss of all accumulated points to date. Driver and car owner will be suspended for the remainder of the racing
season. The driver is as responsible as the car owner, and it shall be the responsibility of both the car owner and driver
to know what is legal and what is illegal, and what parts are used in the race car that he or she owns and/or may be
driving.
MAXIMUM ENGINE SET BACK: Foremost spark plug must line up with center of jacking bolt. For any nonstock front clip cars engine set back will be measured by measuring from back of flange of bell housing to front of rear
axle tube.
OPTION #1 ... Minimum weight 3,000 lbs. with driver Pro Stock cars will be
weighed with drivers (no substitutes) and must have a maximum 56% of total weight on left side.
The use of this engine option will be phased out of competition on the CVRA. We strongly suggest that if you intend
to use this option, that you do not invest any money in an engine that falls under this option. You must contact the CVRA
office prior to racing with this engine. This option will be terminated from use and CVRA will announce prior to January
2012 if this option will be approved for use during the 2012 racing season.
HOME BUILT ENGINE
1. Chevrolet 350 c.i. limit
Ford
351 c.i. limit “Windsor only”
Chrysler 360 c.i. limit
All engines will be allowed .040 for clean up. It is legal to swap engines into any manufacturer’s chassis, i.e. you
may use a Ford engine in a Chevy frame.
2. Pistons can not be above deck.
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3. Engine may have high performance oil pan. All pans must have a 3/4" hole plug for inspection purposes. Oil coolers
optional and must be under hood area only! The use of large oil pan is allowed.
4. No fuel additives, will be spot checked. The use of 110 octane racing fuel allowed.
5. Any flat tappet cam with solid lifters allowed. Any flat top pistons. Stock production 5.7" rods or solid steel construction after market rods allowed. 5.7" maximum length of rods, no 6" rods, no titanium, aluminum, polished or
billet rods allowed. Engines with rods longer than 5.7" must meet stock OEM specifications.
NO Bow-tie blocks
NO Porting, polishing or matching of heads, intake, or exhaust.
NO angle cutting allowed.
6. CVRA Approved aluminum or Brodix Part #HV1011-1 (has DIRTcar cast mark)
or
Brodix Part #HV1011 are the only approved intakes.
Intake must remain OEM factory stock. No alterations of any kind allowed.
7. Roller rockers are allowed. Stock OEM ratio only. All rockers must be independent stud mount.
8. Stock OEM crankshaft. No modification other than balancing. Stock OEM balancer only.
9. Stock GM OEM cast iron heads only.
NO Dart, Bow-tie or after market heads
Max intake valve size of 2.02 and exhaust valve size of 1.60. No pro flow or narrowed valve stem valves, only
stock OEM valve stem sizes. Angle plug heads allowed. Screw in studs allowed
3
/8" or 7/16" in size. No blending in ports or bowl allowed. No titanium valve or valve train parts. No stud girdles
allowed.
10. Holley 2-barrel model 4412 only carb allowed. Venturi size of 13/8" and a maximum throttle bore of 111/16". No
polishing anywhere air flows. Choke horn cannot be removed. Venturi area must not be altered in any way. Stock
butterflies only. Idle holes may be drilled out to .125. Throttle shaft must remain stock and may not be thinned in any
way. A 1 1/8" spacer height including gaskets between the carburetor and intake. Must have two return springs on
throttle!
OPTION #2 ... Minimum weight 3,150 lbs. with driver Pro Stock cars will be
weighed with drivers (no substitutes) and must have a maximum 56% of total weight on left side.
The use of this engine option will be phased out of competition on the CVRA. We strongly suggest that if you intend
to use this option, that you do not invest any money in an engine that falls under this option. You must contact the CVRA
office prior to racing with this engine. This option will be terminated from use and CVRA will announce prior to January
2012 if this option will be approved for use during the 2012 racing season.
WORLD PRODUCT HEAD ENGINE
1. CVRA Approved aluminum or Brodix Part #HV1011-1 (has DIRTcar cast mark)
or
Brodix Part #HV1011 are the only approved intakes.
Intake must remain OEM factory stock. No alterations of any kind allowed.
2. Restrictor plate is mandatory. The only restrictor plate allowed must be purchased from CVRA. Plates may be
purchased at the speedway beginning on tech/practice day.
3. May use Holley 4-barrel carburetor #80541-1 or #80541-2, or the use of Holley part #4777 DIRTcar Legal
carburetor is allowed. You are only allowed to change the power valve, accelerator pump cams, accelerator pump
nozzles, and the jetting and the float levels. No other modifications allowed.
4. May use Holley 4412 2-barrel carb same as option package #1 or #4, in place of 4-barrel carb with restrictor
plate. If using 4412 the carburetor must follow the same rules spelled out in option package #1 and #4.
5. All World Product heads must remain OEM factory stock. Only “regular type” valve job allowed. Head surface
may be planed to “true surface.” Maximum net valve lift .505. Any and all repairs must be made by CVRA
approved engine shop only!
6. Any World Product cylinder head owner transfers must be reported to CVRA management for documentation.
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7. Maximum 94 Octane pump gas only, no additives!
OPTION #3 ... Minimum weight 2,850 lbs. with driver Pro Stock cars will be
weighed with drivers (no substitutes) and must have a maximum 56% of total weight on left side.
CVRA APPROVED SEALED 602 #88958602 CRATE ENGINE
1. Requires use of GM Crate Racing Engine Part #88958602.
2. CVRA approved Holley 4-barrel carburetor #80541-1 or #80541-2, or the use of Holley part #4777 DIRTcar
Legal carburetor is allowed. You are only allowed to change the power valve, accelerator pump cams, accelerator
pump nozzles, and the jetting and the float levels. No other modifications allowed. These are the only approved
carbs for this engine!
3. Flywheel/flexplates allowed are: GM Part #14088646 or NAPA Part #506527.
4. Maximum 94 Octane pump gas only, no additives!
5. May change stock oil pan to Canton oil pan part #11-102T and pick-up part #20-032. These are the only approved part numbers.
6. The BHJ part #CH-IB221 spec harmonic balancer is also approved for use with this engine package.
OPTION #4 ... Minimum weight 3,000 lbs. with driver Pro Stock cars will be
weighed with drivers (no substitutes) and must have a maximum 56% of total weight on left side.
NON CVRA-SEALED GM 602 CRATE ENGINE
1. Requires use of GM Crate Racing Engine Part #88958602.
2. CVRA approved Holley 4-barrel carburetor #80541-1 or #80541-2, or the use of Holley part #4777 DIRTcar
Legal carburetor is allowed. You are only allowed to change the power valve, accelerator pump cams, accelerator
pump nozzles, and the jetting and the float levels. No other modifications allowed. These are the only approved
carbs for this engine!
3. Flywheel/flexplates allowed are: GM Part #14088646 or NAPA Part #506527.
4. Maximum 94 Octane pump gas only, no additives!
5. May change stock oil pan to Canton oil pan part #11-102T and pick-up part #20-032. These are the only approved part numbers.
6. The BHJ part #CH-IB221 spec harmonic balancer is also approved for use with this engine package.
OPTION #5 ... Minimum weight 2,850 lbs. Pro Stock cars will be weighed with drivers
(no substitutes) and must have a maximum 56% of total weight on left side.
CVRA SEALED HUNT’S MACHINE #HE-602-350-350
Contact:
Hunt’s Machine, 102 Weaver Street, Schenectady NY 12305. Phone 518-372-7273.
Only engines that have been logged into service and inspected by the above engine shop will be eligible
for this engine option.
1. Regular Unleaded (94 Octane maximum) fuel only. No additives. Fuel will be spot checked.
2. Crate engine carburetor allowed Holley Part #80541-1 or 80541-2.
The use of Holley Part #4777 DIRTcar legal crate engine carburetor is allowed. You are only allowed to change the
power valve, accelerator pump cams, accelerator pump nozzles, and the jetting and the float levels. No other
modifications allowed. OEM factory stock valve springs only or GM replacement Part #10212811.
These three carbs are the only approved carburetors. NO other part numbers are approved. Carburetor Spacer
Plates: No spacer plates will be allowed to be tapered in any way. All spacer plates will be required to
have either one opening or four openings for the fuel to flow through from top to bottom. Maximum 1" thick
carburetor spacer plate with 3/16" maximum thickness intake gasket allowed. No Super Suckers!
3. May change stock oil pan to Canton oil pan part #11-102T and pick-up part #20-032. These are the only approved part numbers.
4. The BHJ part #CH-IB221 spec harmonic balancer is also approved for use with this engine package.
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OPTION #6 ... Minimum weight 3,200 lbs. with driver Pro Stock cars will be
weighed with drivers (no substitutes) and must have a maximum 56% of total weight on left side.
CHEVY BOW-TIE CYLINDER HEADS
The use of this engine option will be phased out of competition on the CVRA. We strongly suggest that if you intend
to use this option, that you do not invest any money in an engine that falls under this option. You must contact the CVRA
office prior to racing with this engine. This option will be terminated from use and CVRA will announce prior to January
2012 if this option will be approved for use during the 2012 racing season.
1. Bow-tie heads 350 c.i. limit.
2. Pistons cannot be above deck.
3. Engine may have high performance oil pan. All pans must have a ¾" inspection hole plug for inspection purposes.
4. Maximum overbore .040 for clean-up.
5. The use of 110 octane racing fuel is allowed.
6. Any flat tappet cam with solid lifters allowed. Any flat top pistons. Stock production 5.7" rods or solid steel construction aftermarket rods allowed. No 6" rods, no titanium or aluminum, polished or billet rods allowed. Engines
with larger than 5.7" rods must meet stock OEM specifications.
7. No bow-tie blocks.
8. No porting or polishing or matching of heads, intake, or exhaust.
9. Angle milling is permitted.
10. Valve position must remain stock.
11. No titanium valves.
12. Roller rockers allowed, stock OEM ratio only. All rockers must be independent stud mount.
13. CVRA Approved aluminum or Brodix Part #HV1011-1 (has DIRTcar cast mark)
or
Brodix Part #HV1011 are the only approved intakes.
Intake must remain OEM factory stock. No alterations of any kind allowed.
14. Holley 2-barrel model 4412 only carb allowed. Venturi size 1 3/8" and a maximum throttle bore of 1 11/16". No
polishing anywhere air flows. Choke horn cannot be removed. Venturi area must not be altered in any way. Stock
butterflies only. Idle holes may be drilled out to .125. Throttle shaft must remain stock and may not be thinned in any
way. A maximum 1 1/8" spacer height including gaskets between carburetor and intake. Must have two return spring
on throttle!
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Rear Ends
Any stock type rearend allowed. Must be locked. (9" Ford allowed in any make car.) The use of floater type rear
ends is allowed. This is a safety item! No lightweight parts will be allowed, all steel only. We reserve the right to not
allow certain types of rear ends if we feel the spirit of the rules has been violated. Aluminum axle caps allowed.
NO Detroit lockers, lightened ring gears, or cambered axle snouts.
Gundrilled axles allowed for 2010, subject to review for 2011 racing season.
Transmissions / Clutches
1. Stock three speed ONLY, no automatics allowed. No four speed or special racing automatics.
2. NO aluminum flywheels or pressure plates.
NO 10,000 rpm clutches allowed.
3. Optional Disc clutch assembly that may be used with the CVRA Pro Late Model crate engine Option #3 and
Option #4 ONLY:
#QUA 298103A – 7.25 2 disc-V-drive set up
#QUA235170 – Throw out bearing
153 tooth stock flywheel flex plate
4. Grandfathered Pro Stock Option #1, Option #2 and Option #4 ONLY: Stock OEM type single clutch and pressure
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plate only, with a minimum diameter of 10". All gears must be in
working order. Minimum weight for clutch, flywheel and pressure plate is 36 lbs.
5. Steel scatterproof bell housings required with a minimum 13/4" (2" maximum) access hole for inspection at 10:00
o’clock position on bell housing.
6. No aluminum/magnesium parts will be allowed in the clutch and driveline, steel only.
Exhaust Headers and Mufflers
Mufflers and exhaust system mandatory: Only stock or “California Turbo” mufflers will be allowed.
NO round glass pack type mufflers.
NO modified type mufflers allowed.
NO gutted mufflers.
Mufflers may not be altered or modified from original design in any way.
In addition, all race teams must have a way for the tech inspectors to look up the exhaust with a scope. The pipe
must be able to un-bolt from muffler, or race team must have a 3/4" inspection hole so inspectors can look up and verify
that muffler has a baffle system.
Maximum exhaust pipe diameter is 21/2". The complete exhaust system must remain under car and exit to the rear
behind driver and be angled down towards the ground. Stock cast iron, unaltered exhaust manifolds are permitted.
Optional factory steel street headers are allowed. Primary pipes must maintain a 15/8" diameter from flange to collector.
Crossover headers (not 180° headers) are allowed with primary pipes that maintain a 15/8" diameter from flange to
collector. Maximum header flange or adapter flange thickness is 3/8". No coated ceramic, merge collectors, 180° or
exotic type tri-Y high dollar headers allowed! Budget type headers only. All cars are required to meet 95 noise
decible reading. All decible readings will be taken at speedway property line. Any cars that do not meet this requirement
will be disqualified.
Ignition System
1. Stock OEM ignition only. Any coil or module as long as stock cap and coil cover are used. No dual point ignition.
2. Alternators may be removed. Starters must be in working order, and car must start under its own power at all times.
No reverse mount starters allowed. Starters must remain in stock location.
Suspension
1. Any spindle made of steel. Drop spindles allowed. Spindles must be same offset left to right. Contact Coleman
Racing 800-221-1851 or www.colemanracing.com.
2. Any stock production coil springs allowed on front or rear of car. All springs must be 5" minimum diameter, if not
running coil over, and must be made of steel – magnet must stick to spring. Coil overs permitted. Spring rubbers will
be allowed, must be wired in place.
3. Solid tubular panhard bar only. One bar, two adjustable heim joints only.
4. Sway bar must be one piece OEM style, must mount under the front clip rails. Heim joints allowed. Only steel
components.
5. No aluminum truck arms, no fifth coils, no Watts linkage, no torque arms, no mechanical devices to transfer weight
while car is in motion allowed. No truck arm type rear suspensions.
6. Leaf springs allowed on rear of any car. Steel leaf springs only, no carbon fiber or fiberglas allowed. Jacking bolts
and adjustable rear spring hanger are allowed. No on-board adjustable jacking bolts. All mounts must be steel only.
7. Any leaf spring or 3- or 4-link rear suspension is allowed. Coil spring rear ends: Three link suspension is allowed.
Third link must be solid-type rubber biscuit style only. NO SPRING-TYPE ALLOWED! No coil spring pull rods
allowed. Panhard bars must be steel with optional rubber biscuit allowed. No aluminum bird cages. Coil over
eliminators allowed. No spring bars allowed. All radius rods must be one-piece steel with steel Heims or rubber
bushings.
8. All shocks must be steel-bodied with a maximum racer’s list price of $115 per shock. No on-board adjustable
shocks. A $115 per shock claiming rule will be in effect. All shocks may be claimed! All shock claims will be made
in writing. Shock claiming procedure will be the same as a mechanical protest. This is outlined on pages 7 and 8 of
this rule book. Management will have the right to claim shocks. Management also reserves the right to have claimed
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shocks removed at any time during a race meet if we feel the spirit of the rules is being violated. Please note that
normal removal of all claimed parts will be after the feature event.
9. Any aftermarket tubular upper A-arms are approved for use. Must be one piece steel non-adjustable. Cross shaft
must be steel only. Stock type ball joint only. Chassis cross shaft mounts for upper A-frames may be fabricated and
relocated. Excessive cutting of A-frames for shock clearance is not allowed! The use of adjustable mounts for Aarms is allowed.
Wheels
Steel wheels only. Max width 10". All wheels must be reinforced. No wide five wheels. Solid steel beadlock rims
allowed on all four wheels. Minimum of five 1" steel lug nuts per wheel. Minimum of five 1/2" diameter wheel studs per
wheel. All wheel offsets must be minimum 2", maximum 5". Racing wheels mandatory. Safety hubs REQUIRED ON
RIGHT FRONT WHEEL (Impala style).
Tires
1. CVRA sanctioned Pro Stocks run on mandated track tires. Must run on all four wheels and have official CVRA
stamp. Dimensions of said tire shall not exceed 10" wide. The use of CVRA stamped Goodyear 8" slick or CVRA
stamped Goodyear 10" treaded tire is approved for all cars in the Pro-Late Model division.
2. Chemical treating of tires will not be allowed. No shaving of any tires allowed in the Pro Stock division. A durometer rule will be in effect regarding minimum tire hardness.
3. Tire clean up with scraper blades allowed. No steel brushing or any form of liquid allowed to clean tires.
4. Questionable tires, or tires not meeting above criteria as determined by officials, may be confiscated by officials and
could result in disqualification, and/or other penalties.
5. CVRA Pro Late Model competitors are required to register tires for each event. Tire registration form must be
submitted to CVRA designated tire coordinator a minimum of 30 minutes prior to post time. Any changes to tire
inventory must be reported to and approved by the tire coordinator.
Fuel Cell
Fuel cell mandatory. 22 gallons max. Must be mounted in trunk. Cell must be centered side to side in car and may
not be lower at any point than top of rear end housing (axle tubes).
Safety Requirements
• Roll cage must be at least 3" above driver’s head.
• Driver’s door must have four bars. Passenger door must have minimum three bars. Upright bars must be gusseted.
• Window nets MANDATORY. See safety section for seats, belts, cage, helmets, etc.
• No batteries in driver’s compartment. Must be encased under hood and fully charged.
• Fuel shut off switch must be clearly marked for on and off positions.
• Check valve with rollover ball is required on all fuel cells. No “quick fill” fuel mounting allowed. Outside fuel fill
mandatory with cam type fuel cap.
Bodies
Eligible Bodies:
Bodies must be aftermarket made of steel or aluminum with rubber front and rear bumpers, fiberglas hoods and
window frames. Approved Five Star rubber fenders are optional when available for make and model. Plastic roof
panels are optional. CVRA approved bodies only. NO CARBON FIBER BODY PANELS. Bodies must meet tech
visual approval – weight penalties may be imposed at tech director’s discretion for violations. No mixing and matching
of body panels. Approved bodies ONLY will be allowed to compete. NO high performance bodies are approved for
competition.
ABC bodies are recommended. Various parts may be mixed and matched. Fiberglas quarter panels will be allowed
“Rubber” quarter panels may be used upon availability. Instructions for hanging ABC body can be obtained in Five Star
manual. All ABC bodies must meet manufacturer’s “Referee” technical inspection, and be mounted as “out of box.”
Models allowed as follows: Dodge Intrepid, Pontiac Grand Prix, Ford Taurus, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Impala SS.
Any variations need tech approval and may carry penalties. An area on front fenders and vertical sides of nose panels
must be free for decals for ACT participating contingency award companies.
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1. All body panels must be complete in length and width, nose panel may be narrowed maximum of 4" for all nonABC bodies. Overall workmanship shall be a determining factor as to whether a car shall be approved for competition. Specified components’ compliance to templates and overall level of workmanship and appearance will be
considered by technical inspectors.
2. Old style bodies to be used must be mounted “out of box” with no alterations and will be subject to officials’
interpretation and inspection penalties.
3. No bumper tubing or bracing allowed lower than front or rear bumper covers.
4. Spoilers must be made of .090 minimum thickness smooth aluminum with maximum width of 60" wide and 5" high.
Minimum height from ground to top of spoiler of 40" for non-ABC bodies. No side enclosures, no lips or bends in
upper portion of spoiler and must be flush to vertical surfaces of deck lid, non-adjustable. Maximum 55° angle any
time, anywhere.
5. One side bar is allowed on each side of body for crash protection and must be clear poly carb only.
NO metal side bars allowed!
Windows
All vehicles must have a full window screen. This screen must have a maximum individual hole diameter of no more
than 2"x1", no chicken wire or aluminum mesh. Use 1/16" thick steel screen.
~ OR ~
All vehicles must have a full windshield of Lexan type material. Must be clear and supported by one upright brace in
center, with minimum thickness of 1/8". B-pillar window openings may be covered with clear Lexan only!
Chassis / Body Height
1. Minimum ground clearance of any component is 4" including
bumper, bumper covers, and side skirts. Oil pan cannot be
lower than the engine cross member. Four inch frame height
measured at the lowest point including cross members. All
heights measured with driver in car.
2. 47" roof height measured 10" back from windshield to ground
or ABC body must meet Referee standard. 12" engine height
measured from center of crank front to ground. All heights
measured with driver in car.
2. No offset chassis allowed. Offset cab ok following diagram at
right. CSC Camaro connection chassis allowed.
3. Unibodies may tie sub frames together. Frames may be
repaired where needed. All frame rails must remain in stock
position. On unibodies only, use 2" x 3" x .120 wall thickness.
The 3" dimension must be in the vertical position. Start at rear of stock sub-frame and continue all the way back up
over (not under) the rear axle and end where stock rear sub-frame ended. New frame must be as wide as original
sub-frame.
4. Sections extending on rear clip must be a minimum of 8" from back of fuel cell wall to rear cross section of main
frame.
5. All frame material must be minimum thickness of .095.
6. An optional 2"x3" or 2"x4" square tube front clip is allowed. Stock lower A-arms must be used. Non-adjustable
steel tubular upper A-arms allowed. Wheel base minimum 107". Wheel base measurements will be from center of
front spindle to center of rear axle. CVRA management reserves the right to add weight or make other changes in
the interest of parity.
7. Main frame rails and clips may not be pierced or drilled or otherwise altered for purpose of reducing weight.
8. Total maximum height of roll cage to be 40.5" from top of frame. Width of halo to be no less than 35" outside to
outside of tubing. All cars required to have a four point or main structure of the roll cage and must be symmetrical in
all dimensions. Dash bar required, comma along with “X” type member behind driver. One piece of tubing running
diagonally or perpindicular between halo and top of cage centered is required. Minimum 1" - 11/2" diameter tubing
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inside driver’s compartment. Four curved horizontal door bars on driver’s side with minimum of 8" to edge of seat
from inside of door box required. Minimum height of door bars 25" from bottom of frame. Passenger side three
door bars with minimum 51" between driver’s side door bars and passenger side door bars, outside to outside, or
and “X” bar with approved side body panel supports. A so-called “Petit bar” must be run from center of cage to
right front halo. See construction specification and safety rules located at end of this book.
Internal
1. A full floor board must be retained from front to back.
2. Rusted floor boards may be repaired or replaced.
3. Passenger side floor board may be raised up even with drive shaft tunnel.
4. Dashboard may be removed and replaced with late model type dash panel to hold gauges, switches, etc.
5. Mirrors are permitted. One internal mirror and one small spot mirror on left hand door only, must not extend outside
of the windshield “A” pillar.
Cooling Systems
Stock cast steel water pump. No aluminum pumps allowed. Oil coolers allowed. Any radiator allowed with catch
tank overflow must blow on right lower quarter of windshield or window screen. Electric fans are allowed.
Firewall
1. No enclosed cockpit type firewalls.
2. A full rear steel firewall and rear window shelf must seal off driver’s compartment from the trunk area.
3. Front and rear firewall minimum 18 gauge thickness mandatory.
4. All holes must be covered to isolate driver from engine compartment.
5. Front and rear firewall must extend fender to fender and in as straight a line as possible. It is required that a splash
shield (firewall) be installed in front of fuel cell to prevent gas or flames from entering driver’s compartment.
Steering
No aftermarket steering set-ups allowed. Stock conventional type must be used. No rack and pinion are allowed.
Steering column must remain in stock location. Only OEM tie-rod, idler arms, and drag links allowed.All steering
components must be made of steel. Exception: Aluminum tie-rod sleeves allowed.
Brakes / Hubs
1. No aluminum brake parts allowed, with the exception of master cylinders.
2. Operable 4-wheel brakes are mandatory on all four wheels at all times. No shut off valves allowed.
3. Any safety or racing type hubs allowed made of steel, and of same offset right and left. No wide 5-bolt patterns
allowed. Front brake rotors must be a minimum of 1" thick and made of steel. Rear brake rotors must be minimum
.810" and made of steel. No drilling or slotting must be bolted to the hub. Scalloped rotors not allowed.
4. Brakes (all four) must be single piston calipers made of steel and all four must be in good working order. Master
cylinders and pedals of any type allowed. Brakes will be tested. Brake returns allowed. No brake coolers
allowed. Brake ducting allowed with no blowers allowed.
5. Vents may be installed for front brakes only.
Radios
The use of two-way radio communication between a driver and a spotter is allowed. Scanner frequencies MUST
be registered with the pit steward. All headsets must be marked on both left and right sides with the car # and division.
Each team will be allowed one spotter only. Spotter MUST stand/sit in designated area at the track.
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2011 LATE MODEL DIVISION RULES
(ACT-Type Cars)
1. Frames, Chassis, and Cages
A. All cars will have minimum 104.5" and 105.5" maximum wheelbase, measured from center of lower ball joint to
center of rear end, with a maximum tread width of 64.5". Tread width to be measured with tread width gauge. Tubular
frames on all models main frame rail members shall have a minimum of:
10" perimeter tubing - .120 wall thickness
12" perimeter tubing - .095 wall thickness
16" perimeter tubing - .083 wall thickness
Sections extending such as front and rear clips must be a minimum of 10 inches in perimeter and have a minimum of
.083" wall thickness and extend 10 inches minimum beyond wheelbase. Rear clip must extend beyond fuel cell area.
V-8 engines only and must be placed with center of number one spark plug or center of hex if angle fitted even with
center of grease fittings on upper ball joints. Centerline of engine must remain within ½” of centerline of tread width.
NOTE: Ford motor program is still in R&D mode and remains a “work in progress” through 2011.
B. Specifications for Perimeter Rollcage: Maximum offset allowed 1" from center line of tread width. No offset
chassis allowed. Material to be used must be DOM or seamless, .090 minimum wall steel tubing.
All cars required to have a 4-point or main structure of the rollcage and must be symmetrical in all directions. Minimum
length for door bars is 42 inches. Total height of rollcage to be 40-1/2" from bottom of frame. Halo to be no less than
1" lower. Width of halo to be no less than 46 inches outside to outside of tubing. Dashbar required, along with an Xtype member across and behind driver. One piece of tubing running diagonally or perpendicular between halo in top of
cage centered is required. Minimum 1" -1-1/2" diameter tubing inside driver’s compartment. Four curved horizontal
door bars on driver’s side with minimum of eight (8) inches to edge of seat from inside of door bars required. Minimum
height of door bars 22-1/2 inches from bottom of frame. Passenger side three curved door bars with minimum 66
inches between driver’s side door bars and passenger side door bars, outside to outside, or an “X” bar with approved
side body panel supports. A so-called “Petty bar” must run from center of cage to upper right front halo.
• Main frame rails and clips may not be pierced or drilled or otherwise altered for purpose of reducing
weight.
• All lead must be painted white, with car # painted in contrasting color.
• Bolts must pass through lead, and must be secured with proper sized bolt and nut. No pinch bolts allowed.
C. 18 gauge steel minimum 18 inches high foot firewall. 9-inch high driver’s tunnel and 18 inch high behind seat. A
“Red Mead” bar or 1/8" minimum steel plate is mandatory under driver’s seat (see diagram below). A foot safety bar
is mandatory. A support for headrest or seat back extending to support back of head is mandatory.
2. Interior Detail
A. A full width dash is required in all cars. Vertical surface of dash must project in a single plane across the car. Top
horizontal plane of the dash should carry forward to the firewall and enclose entire area beneath windshield. Instruments
must be neatly mounted to vertical plane of dash panel.
B. Interior of car must be completely enclosed in respect to engine compartment, track surface, tires and rear fuel cell
compartment. Interior panels must be minimum of .040 inch thickness of aluminum or steel.
C. Only one rear view mirror inside car approved. A left side exterior mirror is approved, not extend outside of the
windshield “A” pillar.
D. No rub rails allowed outside car.
3.
Eligible Bodies
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A. Bodies must be aftermarket made of steel or aluminum with rubber front and rear bumpers, fiberglass hoods and
window frames. Approved rubber fenders are MANDATORY for any CVRA / NASCAR Whelen weekly points and
point funds. Plastic roof panels are optional. CVRA approved bodies only. NO CARBON FIBER BODY PANELS.
Bodies must meet tech visual approval – weight penalties may be imposed at tech director’s discretion for violations.
No mixing and matching of body panels. Approved bodies ONLY will be allowed to compete. NO high performance
bodies are approved for competition.
B. ABC bodies are recommended. (Various parts may be mixed and matched.) Fiberglass quarter panels will be
allowed. “Rubber” quarter panels may be used upon availability. All ABC bodies must meet manufacturer’s “Referee”
technical inspection, and be mounted as “out of box”.
C. Models as follows:
Dodge Intrepid
Pontiac Grand Prix
Ford Fusion }
Cars running Ford engines MUST run Ford bodies.
Ford Taurus }
Only those with Ford engines will be ALLOWED to run Ford bodies.
Chevrolet Impala SS
Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Toyota Camry
Any variations need tech approval and may carry penalties.
D. The ONLY 23 Series Five Star Narrow fenders allowed will be:
660-23PLW – Narrow Plastic White Left
660-23PRW – Narrow Plastic White Right
660-23PLB – Narrow Plastic Black Left
660-23PRB – Narrow Plastic Black Right
There will be NO “wide fenders” allowed, regardless of the manufacturer.
E. All body panels must be complete in length and width, nose panel may be narrowed maximum of 4 inches, for
all non-ABC bodies. Overall workmanship shall be a determining factor as to whether a car shall be approved for
competition. Specified components’ compliance to templates and overall level of workmanship and appearance will be
considered by technical inspectors.
Old style bodies to be used must be mounted “out of box” with no alterations and will be subject to officials’
interpretation and inspection penalties.
F.
No bumper tubing or bracing allowed lower than front or rear bumper covers.
4.
Spoilers
A . Spoilers must be made of .090 minimum thickness aluminum with maximum width of 60 inches wide and 5 inches
high. Maximum height from ground to top of spoiler of 38 inches for non-ABC bodies. No side enclosure, no lips or
bends in upper portion of spoiler and must be flush to vertical surfaces of deck lid, non-adjustable. ALL REAR
SPOILERS MUST REMAIN CLEAR.
B. ABC spoiler heights will be according to instruction manual and will be subject to “Referee” inspections.
Measurement will be from top flat surface at the end of trunk lid to ground at 34-7/8". See spoiler section above for
approved spoiler size, (60 inches wide and 5 inches high).
5. Hoods and Trunks
A. Both hoods and trunks must be hinged. Hoods must have four positive locking pins on leading edge. Trunks must
have two positive locking pins.
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6. Exhaust/Headers
A. Absolutely no additional holes, vents, etc., may be added to body components outside stock configuration.
Exhaust holes may be cut. Exhaust may exit under car, or out side of car. If exhaust exits under car, must point toward
race track and maintain 4" ground clearance.
B. Headers allowed. No 180-degree headers allowed. All 4 tubes from right and left banks of engine must enter
single collector on each respective side of exhaust. No balance tubes or any crossover type exhaust systems allowed.
Must be made of mild steel, no stainless.
C. Muffler required on all ACT-type chassis cars. Only approved mufflers are:
Howe #3002* mufflers and steel pipe used to extend beyond driver seat, and may not be cut or modified and MUST
BE installed in correct flow direction. Exhaust pipe exit maximum size 3-1/2 inches. No scavenger systems.
~ OR~
Magnaflow Muffler Part #11219*
NOTE *All Albany-Saratoga ACT-type chassis and ACT 100% COMPETITORS MUST RUN
MAGNAFLOW MUFFLER PART #11219. Howe mufflers only approved for use at Devil’s Bowl Speedway.
7. Windows
A. A full stock dimension windshield is mandatory and must be constructed of 1/8th inch minimum thickness lexan.
Three internal windshield braces spaced at least on 5 inch centers and roughly centered upon windshield constructed of
minimum 1 inch wide by 1/8 inch thick material are mandatory.
B. Models with rear quarter windows may have stock openings covered with securely mounted solid, clear lexan.
Rear side window may have approved air vents for driver. “A” pillar windows not to exceed 6" in any direction
measured from front of door opening. No interior air deflectors allowed.
C. A full dimension rear glass constructed of minimum 1/8th inch thick clear lexan is mandatory and must be held
securely in place by minimum of 2 external straps. Back window must be securely braced internally to prevent
significant bowing or distortion at racing speed.
8. Numbers
A. A quality paint job is mandatory on all cars with high contrast numbers for legibility day or night. Bodies must be
kept neat and painted at all times. No metallic numbers. Refer to CVRA rule book section on painting and numbering,
page 8 of General Rules.
9.
Chassis/Body Heights
A. Minimum ground clearance of any component is 4 inches including bumper, bumper covers, and side skirts.
10. Weights
A. All cars will be weighed with drivers (no substitutes) and must have a maximum 56.0% of total weight on left side.
All heights will be measured with driver in car, including after heats and features unless otherwise notified.
Weight:
2850 lbs. (all ACT-Type legal cars) (Weights subject to change in the interest of parity)
B. Cars must weigh approved weights after all qualifying heats.
C. The following allowances will apply in post race tech inspections:
Scheduled: 100 lap event: 75 lb. tolerance
101–200 lap event:
100 lb. tolerance
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D. Ballast weight must be securely attached to main frame rail or major cross member structure. No lead shot or
liquid type ballast permitted. Additional brackets or weight holders beyond main frame rails must be approved by
technical committee and may require modification or elimination upon inspection. Any questions can be addressed at
practice sessions prior to season opening events.
11. Engines
All approved CVRA and ACT sealed engines are allowed.
NOTE: RPM Racing Engines and Hunt’s Machine are the approved CVRA engine shops.
RPM Racing Engines, 331 Carpenter Hill Road, Georgia VT 05748. Phone 802-524-7406.
Hunt’s Machine, 102 Weaver Street, Schenectady NY 12305. Phone 518-372-7273.
A. Only CVRA approved crate engines will receive points in NASCAR sanctioned events. (Lee, Seekonk, White
Mountain, Oxford, Quebec and Ontario sealed motors are approved for competition, but are subject to CVRA rules
and procedures).
B. Certain individual track rules (including motors) may be subject to CVRA inspection, procedures, weight
penalties, restrictor plates, and any other modifications CVRA deems necessary in the interest of competition. In 2011,
CVRA will require the use of RPM restrictor plate for all ACT-Type legal engine packages. Please contact RPM or
Hunt’s Engine for these restrictor plates.
C. ZZ4-1st Edition #GMC 245 02609 OR 88958603 OR CVRA APPROVED SEALED 602 #88958602 CRATE
ENGINE (Items 1-4 below apply to the CVRA Crate)
1. Requires use of GM Crate Racing Engine Part #88958602. Use of this engine in an ACT-type chassis requires
adherence to all of the ACT-type Late Model crate engine rules #12 section below.
2. CVRA approved Holley 4-barrel carburetor #80541-1 or #80541-2, or the use of Holley part #4777 DIRTcar
Legal carburetor is allowed. You are only allowed to change the power valve, accelerator pump cams, accelerator
pump nozzles, and the jetting and the float levels. No other modifications allowed. These are the only approved carbs
for this engine!
3. Flywheel/flexplates allowed are: GM Part #14088646 or NAPA Part #506527.
4. Maximum 94 Octane pump gas only, no additives!
D. ALL MOTORS MUST BE REGISTERED EACH YEAR WITH CVRA OFFICE.
E. The BHJ part #CH-IB221 spec harmonic balancer is also approved for use.
F. Ford S347JR ONLY from Butler & MacMaster is approved for competition and is considered a “work in
progress” through the 2011 season.
12.
Crate Engine
A. 6200 RPM MAXIMUM recommended, and may be required at certain tracks.
B. Only spec motors which are CVRA/ACT approved will be allowed to compete in CVRA/NASCAR events.
C. The BHJ part #CH-IB221 spec harmonic balancer is also approved for use.
D. MSD #6AL6420 with MINIMUM 6200 RPM rev limited chip MANDATORY, with OEM HEI distributor.
MSD must use external coil, not dial. Ends must be original factory MSD or weather pack connectors installed by
MSD. It is the responsibility of the competitor to configure harnesses to allow the ACT MSD to connect. MSD must
be located on the right side of dash panel, as far from driver as possible, and out of reach.All wires must be wrapped in
a loom material, and must pass through firewall at first option. Rivets to hold bottom panel must be drilled out. Only
one MSD box allowed.
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E. MSD distributor IS allowed in the ACT Spec Motor. Must contain light blue springs and blue advance
stop. Spring and stop part number 8464, distributor numbers MSD 85551, 8570, 85561 or GM part #
10093387 are only approved parts. No tampering or changing of advancement weights or springs allowed in HEI
spec motor distributor.
F. Fan blade recommended.
G. Very important to close in radiator with no air leaks.
H.. Do not take motor to other builder under any conditions without CVRA/ACT approval.
I. Roller rocker arms are approved. ONLY GM part number 12367345 OR GM set number 12370838 PR
Scorpion part number 1035BL are approved. These are 1.5 ratio rocker arms.
J. Contact CVRA with any minor problems (example: pan leak, etc.) for coordinated remedy.
K. Motor is complete, except for flywheel and carburetor with spacer.
L. Spec engine equipped LM must weigh minimum 2850 lbs.
M. Spec engine with conventional clutch option will weigh minimum 2,850 lbs. Must run 16# flywheel GM Part
#14088646 or NAPA part #506527. Please note the NAPA part is only approved for use on the CVRA, not ACT.
N. Allowed carburetor spacers are the following:
Canton #85060
Moroso #64964 (aluminum)
[Note: These spacers are identical and there should be no difference in performance. The Moroso #64964 has
been added as a result of a majority of crew chiefs asking for an aluminum spacer in the interest of durability.
The approximate cost to racers should be in the $70 -$75 dollar range and the spacer should last many years.]
13. Heights
A. Four (4) inch frame height measured at the lowest point including cross members. 47-inch roof height measured
10 inches back from windshield to ground or ABC body must meet Referee standard. 11-inch engine height measured
from center of crank front to ground. Skid plate is mandatory if oil pan is below cross member. Fuel cell can minimum
height 8 inches from ground.
B. All heights measured with driver (no substitutes) in car.
14. Carburetor, Fuel and Fuel Systems
A. A stock 4412 Holley 500 CFM carburetor only is allowed. Absolutely no material may be added or removed
from carb, except bolt-on choke mechanism only may be removed. Air filter housing and fresh air box only. ACT
Officials may interchange carburetors at any time. Fuel must not mix with water or any additives.
B. ONLY 94 Octane Unleaded or Sunoco 110 OCTANE approved fuel allowed. Fuel must not mix with water
or any additives, and must be approved by track officials. Fuel will be tested.
C. Fuel cells mandatory and must be approved by technical inspector. Minimum 15-gallon capacity required 22gallon fuel cell maximum. It is mandatory that the fuel cell be enclosed in a 20 gauge welded steel box, with a bolt-on
cover constructed of twenty gauge steel and must be protected in back and on sides by .095 1-3/4" O.D. tubing. Fuel
cell will be no less than 14 inches from centerline of rear axles to front of fuel cell.
D. Any fuel line passing through interior must be inside of steel tubing.
E. Check valve vent is required on all fuel cells.
F.
No “QUICK FILL” fuel mounting allowed. Outside fuel fill mandatory with cam type fuel cap.
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G. Fuel pump must be mechanical – no electric fuel pumps. No fuel pressure regulators allowed.
15. Steering
A. Any type of front steering allowed. Steering box or rack and pinion are allowed. Power steering pumps must be
driven from the front of motor by belts. Steering columns must have minimum of two U-joints.
16. Suspension
A. Any spindle made of steel. Removable steering arms must be made of steel. Spindles must be same offset left to
right.
B. Any stock or aftermarket upper and lower control arms allowed. Lower control arms must be same length left and
right. Heim joints are allowed. Measurement will be from center of mounting point to center of ball joint at grease
fitting. Jacking bolts allowed, only one shock per wheel.
C. All springs must be made of steel—magnet must stick to spring. Coil-overs permitted. If running coil-over all
parts must be same left to right and front to rear. Spring rubbers will be allowed, must be wired in place.
NOTE: SPRINGS THAT COST EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF MONEY WILL NOT BE ALLOWED IN
CVRA RACING. VIOLATIONS WILL BE DEALT WITH ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS.
D. NO SUSPENSION TRAVEL LIMITING DEVICES ALLOWED UNLESS SPECIFICALLY
OUTLINED IN THE CVRA RULEBOOK. (Examples include, but are not limited to: bump stops, coil
binding, chains, or shock mounting locations).
(Cars will be inspected using one and one half inch (1½” ramps and nose of body must hit ground when
pushed down by three crewmembers or will be considered illegal).
The intent of this rule does just one thing…it eliminates “bumping” the cars that compete in CVRA/
NASCAR-sanctioned events.
E.
No jacking bolts or any other shock travel adjustors allowed.
17.
Shocks
Brand approved is KONI and must be run at all CVRA events.
A. Model #:
KON30-7436 (recommended)
KON30-7325
KON30-9325 (recommended)
KON30-9436
KON30-7647
Shock bump stops will be NOT be allowed on CVRA approved KONI shocks.
ONLY PART NUMBERS LISTED ARE APPROVED FOR CVRA LATE MODEL COMPETITION. NO
CHANGING OR ALTERING VALVING IN ELIGIBLE SHOCK NUMBERS. SHOCKS MUST NOT BE
PAINTED, AND MODEL NUMBERS MUST BE FULLY LEGIBLE.
There will be no rebuilding of existing “old” KONI shocks that might be in current inventory. There are no “crossreference” shocks from past years that will be acceptable. Shocks may be swapped at any time with CVRA inventory
by CVRA Tech Inspectors. Any non-KONI approved shocks at select events will be subject to penalty at discretion of
CVRA officials.
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B. No shock used in CVRA racing will have a value in excess of $160.00 original manufacturer’s suggested racer
price. No stickers allowed on shocks.
18. Sway Bar
A. Aftermarket one solid bar side to side only. MUST be mounted on bottom side of front clip & work off the
lower A-frames. NO rear sway bars allowed.
19.
Brakes and Hubs
A. Any safety or racing type hubs allowed made of steel, aluminum, or magnesium and of same offset right and
left. 5x5 or wide 5 bolt patterns allowed. Front brake rotors must be a minimum of 1 inch thick and made of steel.
Rear brake rotors must be minimum ¾ inch and made of steel.
B. Brakes (all four) must be single piston calipers made of steel and all four must be in good working order. Master
cylinders and pedals of any type allowed. Brakes will be tested. Brake returns allowed. No brake coolers
allowed. Brake ducting allowed with no blowers allowed.
C. Vents may be installed for front brakes only.
20.
Rear Ends
A. Rear ends must have floating type bearing and hub such as quick change or “non-quick” change, front load quick
change, or steel housing-type 9" floater with steel center section gear carriers only allowed. No cambered rear ends or
rear ends with yaw (dog tracking), or offset or shimmed snouts allowed. No crowned axles. All rear ends must be
driven with solid drive flange plates. NO TITANIUM PARTS ALLOWED. All running gear drainage plugs must be
safety wired. No rear axle tube tow in or out allowed.
B. Rear ends may be locked or open. At Airborne and selected “Series” events, a rear end gear rule will be in effect
as follows: maximum 6:02 rear end gear and minimum 5:40 rear end gear allowed. Refer to stock transmission rule
#9A. No gold tracks or any type of ratchet or limited slip. Driveshafts must be made of steel, and must be painted
white.
C. Truck arm or three-point type rear mounting allowed. Rear trailing arms may use rubber bushings and heim joints.
No spring rods. Rubber snubber allowed on rear trailing links. One upper link pivot with rubber bushings allowed.
D. Solid tubular pannard bar only. One bar, two adjustable heim joints only.
E. No aluminum truck arms, no fifth coils, no Watts linkage, no torque arms, no mechanical devices to transfer weight
while car is in motion allowed.
21.
Cooling Systems
A. Cooling systems on non-spec motors, allowed at select events. Any radiator allowed with catch tank overflow
must blow on right lower quarter of windshield. No electric fans, mandatory stock type mechanical fans only, EXCEPT
CVRA-approved spec motors may run electric fans. Stock cast water pump or aluminum pumps allowed. Oil coolers
allowed.
22. Transmissions/Clutches
A. Transmissions must be stock GM standard 3-speed. No automatics allowed. Steel type bell housing mandatory
for conventional clutch use. No carbon fiber materials will be allowed in clutch assembly. Mandatory bell housing must
remain 3600 and shall not be altered, except for inspection hole not to exceed 2" in diameter to be drilled in bottom of
bell housing. Aluminum bell housing will be allowed with disc clutch and CVRA crate motor. (NOTE: There are
certain CVRA affiliate tracks where stock 4-speed transmission will be allowed to compete). The operative word here
is STOCK for both 3-speed and 4-speed transmissions.
B. Disc clutch assembly that will be the CVRA Late Model approved clutch:
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#QUA 298103A – 7.25 2 disc-V-drive set up
#QUA235170 – Throw out bearing
153 tooth stock flywheel flex plate
C. Shifter may be any type – single or two rod.
23.
Starters
A. No reverse mount starters allowed. Starters must remain in stock location.
24.
Tires and Wheels
A. CVRA approved/stamped 8 inch Goodyear tires only. CVRA tire rule is in effect for all CVRA events. Traveling
ACT-type competitors must contact the CVRA office 24 hours prior to race day in order to receive approval to use any
tires not purchased from FAST Speed Supply (the official tire supplier for the CVRA.) CVRA Late Model competitors
are required to register tires for each event. Tire registration form must be submitted to CVRA designated tire
coordinator a minimum of 30 minutes prior to post time. All competitors are encouraged to review the CVRA tire
policy addendum available in tech trailer.
B. Specified tire mandatory on all four wheels. Tires are available at track. Tires must be on an 8" rim mandatory.
Front wheels must maintain same offset left and right 64.5" tread width. Rear wheels must maintain same offset left and
right 64.5" tread width. Must be aftermarket racing type wheels made of steel. Wheel spacers may be used, and must
be one-piece wheel spacer MANDATORY – on wide 5 hubs. Maximum one ½” thick spacer per wheel.
Lightening of wheels of any kind not allowed – must be stock out of box.
C. Chemical treating of tires will not be allowed. No shaving of any tires allowed in LMS division. A durometer rule
will be in effect regarding minimum tire hardness.
D. Tire clean up with scraper blades allowed. No steel brushing or any form of liquid allowed to clean tires.
E. Questionable tires, or tires not meeting above criteria as determined by officials, may be confiscated by officials and
could result in disqualification, and/or other penalties.
F. Tire reliefs allowed.
25.
Safety Requirements
A. Fire retardant drivers suit highly recommended. Fire retardant gloves highly recommended.
B. All cars must have safety cutoff switch on driver’s right side crossbar. Must be within reach of driver and
accessible to safety crews from both left and right side.
C. Aluminum racing seat mandatory. Driver’s seat must appear as close to stock position as possible and must be
securely fastened (bolted, not tack welded), to rollcage and frame members and not to floorboards.
D. Quick release aviation-type minimum 3" safety belts required. Shoulder harness required to be fastened to
rollcage, not in gussets, no cam-lock type allowed.
E. An approved driver’s window screen mandatory. Requires seat belt type latch. Must be attached at top and
bottom front by single seat belt locking device and 3/8" steel rod top and bottom.
F.
Rollbars must be padded in driver’s area. Center of steering wheel must be padded.
G. It is mandatory that a 2-1/2 lb. fire extinguisher with gauge be attached to the car interior, on driver’s right side
crossbar. Must be within reach of the driver and accessible to safety crews from both left and right side. Extinguisher
must be mounted in quick release bracket only, no taping. On board fire system highly recommended.
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H. Two drive shaft loops to fully enclose drive shafts mandatory, no less than 1" wide and 1/8" thick must be placed
around drive shaft front and rear to the floor or cross member.
I. The following are suggested to aid in your safety: goggles, fire retardant socks and undergarments, DOT or SNELL
approved automobile racing helmets.
26.
Miscellaneous
A. Contact CVRA office prior to race day for car number approval and licensing/membership information as numbers
will be issued only after registering the car number with CVRA. Any non-NASCAR licensed competitors will be
required to contact the business office at either CVRA speedway 48 hours prior to the event. Numbers remain in effect
only for season issued.
B. All illegal parts must be surrendered at time of inspection to CVRA official or automatic two-week suspension and/
or minimum $50.00 fine. This includes questionable tires.
C. Race procedures, inspections, and safety regulations will be governed by officials of CVRA/NASCAR in the best
interest of the sport. Officials of CVRA/NASCAR retain the right to revise the above rules as they deem necessary.
D. Two way radios will be allowed for the Pro Late Model division during races with a distance of 50 or more laps
only. During any races less than 50 laps, competitors are required to use the one-way Raceceiver radio system. See our
website for purchase details (RACERS menu item).
E. Spotters required to have car # visible on left headset ear cuff.
F. No traction control devices will be allowed.
27. Eligibility
A. Drivers must purchase NASCAR Charger driver license and must present proof of issuance of license. Only
licensed members will be allowed in pits at reduced fee.
B. Age Limit Requirements:
Driver must have NASCAR learner’s permit license on file with CVRA office if they are either age 14 or 15. A driver
who is 16 years old or up must have a NASCAR Charger license. Any driver under 18 years old must also file a
Minors Release with NASCAR.
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE COMPETITOR TO OBTAIN AND BECOME FAMILIAR WITH
THE CURRENT RULES PERTAINING TO THE DIVISION IN WHICH HE/SHE CHOOSES TO
PARTICIPATE.
ANY ITEM NOT COVERED IN THE CVRA RULES SECTION MUST BE STOCK OR APPROVED IN
WRITING BY CVRA OFFICE. IF ANY ITEM BEING CONSIDERED BY COMPETITOR IN THIS
DIVISION IS NOT ADDRESSED IN THESE RULES, COMPETITOR IS REQUIRED TO CONTACT
CVRA FOR A JUDGEMENT AS TO ACCEPTABILITY.
For Information Contact:
Administrative Office: 802-265-4613
E-Mail: racing@cvra.com
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======== TECHNICAL MEMO ========
To:
CVRA ACT-Type Competitors
Date:
January 6, 2011
Subj:
Ford Program
ALL CVRA ACT-Type FORD COMPETITORS WILL BE REQUIRED TO BOLT 20 lbs. OF LEAD
DIRECTLY BEHIND UPPER CONTROL ARM SECTION OF FRAME RAIL – 10 lb. EACH RIGHT SIDE
AND LEFT SIDE – SO AS TO BE CLEARLY VISIBLE, PER DIAGRAM BELOW. LEAD MUST BE
PAINTED WHITE AND READILY AVAILABLE TO BE MOVED FOR WEIGHING PURPOSES. THIS
LEAD MAY NOT BE MOVED FROM THE ASSIGNED LOCATION AS FAR FORWARD TOWARD FRONT
OF FRAME RAIL AS POSSIBLE.
The intent of this Tech Memo is to even out the “set back” that is required by the Ford teams. CVRA is working with
ACT, making sure that our Ford option program, now entering its third year, meets the strict guidelines we have set up
to create parity within the ACT-type Late Model system. Butler & MacMaster, the chief architect of the ACT crate
motor programs, has spent a large amount of time making sure that the changes made to the Ford motors in 2010 meet
the criteria and parity requirements that were originally intended when the program was introduced. All data that has
been derived suggests that the horsepower for both the Chevy and Ford are compatible. On tracks of ½ mile or longer,
there may be a slight high end power curve advantage to the Ford, there is also an argument that the Chevy torque
curve off the corners may have a slight favoring variation. ACT and CVRA will monitor those possibilities throughout
the 2011 season and make any slight modifications that we deem necessary. The intent is to have all the particulars of
the Ford option out of the R&D stage by the end of the 2011 season and specifics entered into the official rulebook for
2012.
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CONSTRUCTION GUIDELINES
Shoulder
harness straps
secured to cage
behind top of
seat roughly 4"
below top of
driver’s
shoulders.
Recommended Seat Belt
Installation
Ó
12x12 plate,
3/4" steel, bolted to
inside of floor.
Ñ
Cross Bar
just above floor
To widen bars in
narrow-frame cars.
Both the shoulder
harness and the lap
belts should pass
thru slots in seat.
Lap Belt
secured to
frame of car at
roughly 45° to
seat bottom.
Anti-submarine belt mounted
just below the front edge of the
seat.
Side Rail on
Pro Street Stock
Bar ends
at wheel
opening.Ð
4-Point Roll Cage
Ï
Ï
Wrap with foam
rubber & tape (or
rubber tubing).
To frame.
Shoulder
Harness Bar
Ó
Ï
Bumper
capped
into
body
Ï
with steel
Ï
plate.
Side rail mounted flush to
body, braced to roll bars
and frame, painted same
color as car. No higher on
car than axle line.
Ò
Ò
Note gussets
throughout.
Note arrows
above:
Side bars
overlap
uprights.
Tank Installation #2
Renegade/Duke/Bomber Warriors
Sheet metal
shield on
Ó filler side
and under
bottom of
tank
Angle iron
tank mount
Ó frame
Rear of tank
must be
Î
behind rear
of wheel and
lay flat.
Tank Installation #1
Renegade/Duke/Bomber Warriors
Inside Í
of track
Ò
Rear tank
protection bar
Ñ
Ò
Reinforcing
plates or large
washers under
floor, all bolts
Ï
Tank may also
be center
mounted to
clear shock
mounts
Fuel Line Protection
Ï
Ï
Metal Gas Line Garden Hose
Ï
Pipe Straps
Steel Wheel Reinforcement
Renegade/Duke/Bomber Warriors
Ñ
Í
1 x 1/8” thick
steel strips
welded in place
between lug nut
noles to outside
edge of wheel
Stock-type wheels tend to break around the lug
nut area, this easy modification will keep you
safe and on all fours instead of on your roof!
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