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USST Great
GENERAL RULES
The rules and/or regulations set forth herein are designed to
provide for the orderly conduct of racing events and to
establish minimum acceptable requirements for such events.
These rules shall govern the condition of all events, and
by participating in these events, all participants are deemed to
have complied with these rules.
NO EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF SAFETY SHALL RESULT FROM PUBLICATION OF, OR
COMPLIANCE WITH, THESE RULES AND/OR REGULATIONS.
They are intended as a guide for conduct of the sport and
are in no way a guarantee against injury or death to a
participant, spectator, or official.
The Race Director/General Manager and Track Officials shall be
empowered to permit reasonable and appropriate deviation from
any of the specifications herein or impose any further
restrictions that, in their opinion, so not alter the minimum
acceptable requirements.
NO EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF SAFETY SHALL RESULT
FROM SUCH ALTERATION OF SPECIFICATIONS.
Any interpretation or deviation of these rules is left to
the discretion of the officials.
Their decision is final.
The rules set forth shall be effective for the 2010 racing
season. Management
reserves the right to amend, alter, suspend, delete, or
supplement these rules as conditions warrant and without any
prior notice. Any
changes will be posted in the inspection area.
It is your responsibility to be aware of changes posted.
These rules shall govern the condition of all USST
Events.
Auto racing is a competitive sport, and like any other sporting
event that depends on fan support, there is a great deal of
showmanship and public relations required.
Starting on time, running events in a professional
manner, proper uniforms or attire, race cars brightly painted
and the conduct of the competitors both on and off the track
must be established.
No one is permitted to sell, distribute, pass out, etc. any
merchandise, services, flyers, information, at any USST Event
without the express written consent of the USST Event
Management. Any
person on property without the permission of the owners or
management is guilty of trespassing and subject to the penalties
prescribed by law.
Through your registration you have been given the authority and
the right to be on this property in conjunction with your racing
activity only.
However, the management of the Race Track & USST Officials
reserves the right to revoke and cancel this authority at any
time it is felt that your presence or conduct is not in the best
interest of auto racing, your fellow competitors, the fans,
management, or employees of USST.
INTENT/SPIRIT OF THE RULE
USST management reserves the right to determine the intent of
all rules and regulations regarding the conduct of USST events
and to make changes, adjustments and modifications without
notice in the interest of safety, better competition and
according to the size of the field, the crowd, the track
conditions, the weather, tradition, local rules or customs, or
other circumstances.
Any situation not specifically covered herein, will be
acted upon by USST Management and their decision is final and
binding.
ALTHOUGH EVERY EFFORT HAS BEEN DIRECTED TOWARD COMPLETE,
UNDERSTANDABLE, AND CORRECT RULES, AS WELL AS THE SAME FACTORS
IN PUTTING THEM INTO PRINT, USST OFFICIALS CANNOT POSSIBLY
ANTICIPATE EVERY SITUATION, CIRCUMSTANCE, OR INTERPRETATION.
THE DEFINITION OF “STOCK” MEANS “NO MODIFICATIONS TO FACTORY
PARTS OR FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS.
THE ABSENCE OF A SPECIFIC RULE DOES NOT IMPLY APPROVAL, CONSENT,
OR PERMISSION REGARDING THAT SUBJECT.
ANY QUESTIONS OR DOUBTS REGARDING THAT SUBJECT, AND ANY
QUESTIONS OR DOUBTS REGARDING SUCH MATTERS, SHOULD
BE DIRECTED TO THE APPROPRIATE USST OFFICIAL.
YOU ARE EXPECTED TO KNOW THE FOLLOWING RULES – IGNORANCE OF
THESE RULES WILL NOT BE TOLERATED AS AN EXCUSE!
INSURANCE RELEASE
1.
Before entering the pit area each person must sign (signature
MUST be legible) an insurance release and shall receive a pit
pass. The pit pass
must be visible at all times.
2.
When in the pit area, maintain a constant watch for your own
protection.
3.
In the event of accident or injury, advise the Race Director
immediately so necessary reports can be filed.
If you are physically unable, a crew person or family
member is responsible for the report.
NO MEDICAL CLAIMS
WILL BE CONSIDERED UNLESS REPORTED PRIOR TO LEAVING THE
4.
Contact the rescue vehicle driver or safety crew and give a full
report before you leave the speedway.
5.
Each driver must inspect the racing surface and track area to
learn of any defects, obstructions, or anything that is unsafe.
Unsafe conditions should be reported to the Competition
Director. Any
driver participating in any event is considered to have
inspected the track and found all conditions satisfactory.
If a driver considers the track unsafe, the driver should
not race. This
further indicates the driver is aware auto racing involves risks
and the driver assumes these risks with full awareness and
knowledge.
6.
USST assumes no responsibility for damage to, or loss of,
equipment, vehicle, or any parts by any means in the pit area.
7.
Minors and his/her parents or guardian must complete a Minor’s
Release Form prior to participation.
8.
USST Drivers/Crew and any member entering the Pit Area attending
any USST event assume all liability and USST highly recommends
each Driver obtain some form of Race Insurance in case of
accident or Injury.
RAIN AND FOUL WEATHER
1.
It is the policy of USST to complete all scheduled events
whenever possible.
2.
If a program is cancelled, rain checks will be honored on a date
announced. Such
announcement will be posted at the USST Trailer and at
www.USSTGreatLakes.com.
CONDUCT
1.
Detrimental statements made in public forums (such as Internet,
Media, or on the PA) may result in fines and/or suspensions.
2.
Anyone going to scoring tower, flag stand, or starting line to
argue during a
racing program will result in the suspension for the entire race
tam for a minimum of one race.
3.
The driver and truck owner are responsible for the conduct and
actions of himself/herself, crew members, sponsors, and family
members.
4.
Professional, courteous conduct is expected at all times.
Unsportsmanlike conduct such as arguing, fighting,
reckless driving through the pit area, or improper language will
result in probation, suspension, and/or fine.
5.
Continued problems from the same individual will result in
permanent suspension.
6.
Presence in the staging area or on the track is prohibited
without permission of USST officials.
7.
Fighting, display of any type of weapon, (Weapon is classified
as any item able to inflict injury) or threat of bodily harm
will result in suspension of minimum of one race.
8.
Motorized vehicles are only allowed in pit area at venues where
the host track allows them.
This includes golf carts, scooters, motorcycles,
mini-bikes and ATV’s.
Authorization can be revoked at anytime at the discretion
of USST and Host Track Management.
9.
Do not run engines during the National Anthem, pre-race
ceremonies, or drivers’ meeting.
10.
Consumption, possession or distribution of alcohol is not
allowed in the pits until All race activities have been
completed. Any
controlled substance in the pit area is strictly prohibited and
will result in suspension for one year.
11.
No profanity, profane or controversial signs or logos on trucks,
haulers, or clothing is permitted.
12.
Any threat of legal action against USST and its officials will
result in that person, and team, being suspended from USST until
pending litigation is completed to the satisfaction of USST.
13.
USST reserves the right to grant membership or attendance to any
USST event.
GENERAL COMPETITOR RULES
1.
If the truck experiences mechanical problems or is crashed in a
preliminary event (time trials, dash, heat, last chance), the
driver may use another (back-up) truck and start at the rear of
the field.
2.
Drivers may compete in more than one Series, but racing will not
be delayed to accommodate them.
POINTS
Points will be awarded and accumulated per race based on driver
finishes in preliminary and main events as posted at the USST
Trailer and on
www.USSTGreatLakes.com.
Points will accumulate throughout the season and
terminate upon completion of the Point Championship race as
scheduled to conclude the season.
GENERAL RACING RULES
1.
USST management and officials’ decisions are final and binding.
2.
USST management and officials establish the length, frequency,
and administration of all events.
3.
Video tape replays will not be used to make decisions or impose
penalties.
4.
Exceptions to rules, specifications, and format of events may be
made at the discretion of management and officials.
5.
The format, and event order will be posted in the tech area and
is subject to change as directed by Track Officials.
6.
It is the responsibility of the driver to sign in for each
event.
7.
Line-ups will be made no later than one-half hour prior to race
time. Any driver
not signed in by that time will start at the rear of the
feature.
8.
Every race truck must be inspected and approved prior to
entering the track.
9.
Any competing vehicle that causes a safety problem or retards
track activity will be removed from racing.
10.
Slow Trucks should stay low on the track to allow faster Trucks
to pass on the outside.
11.
USST management and officials reserve the right to start any car
at the rear of the field for safety reasons.
12.
USST management and officials reserve the right to forbid any
competitor or car to compete for safety reasons.
ROUGH DRIVING PENALTIES
1.
Rough or over-aggressive driving, including but not limited to
causing another Truck to crash out of an event, may result in
disqualification, suspension and/or fines, or other action
deemed appropriate by USST officials.
2.
Contact deemed, by the Race Director, with malicious intent of
causing another Truck to spin or crash will result in the
offending Truck restarting at the rear.
3.
Penalties may be issued at the next yellow flag or at the end of
the race for over-aggressive driving that does not cause a
yellow flag.
4.
Bumping or ramming during pre-race warm-up, pace laps, yellow
flag, red flag, or after a race will result in fine, suspension
or disqualification. 5. Improperly improving position on a restart will result in penalty of offending truck restarting in the rear or disqualification.
ACCIDENTS
1.
All trucks determined to be involved in an accident that causes
a yellow or red flag will be restarted at the rear of the field.
2.
Cars that stop or spin to avoid an accident and
do not make
contact with another truck or the wall will maintain their
position.
3.
Cars that stop or spin to avoid an accident and
do make contact
with another truck or the wall will be sent to the rear of the
field.
START OF RACE
1.
Flagman will display either one lap to go or white flag signal
prior to start.
2.
Green flag will be displayed for start of race.
If start is not acceptable, yellow flag and light will be
displayed before a full lap is completed.
3.
If yellow flag is displayed after start, there will be a
complete restart.
Any driver causing multiple false starts may be disqualified,
this includes brake checking, jackrabbit starts or starting too
slow.
4.
If an accident occurs on the first lap, trucks involved will be
restarted at the rear.
RESTARTS
1.
During yellow flag period, driver will have one lap to line up
after informed of line up position on scanner.
Failure to line up within one lap may result in
disqualification and/or suspension.
2.
On restart, trucks line up in order of the last completed lap
before the yellow flag was displayed.
3.
A lap is considered complete when the Leader has crossed the
finish line before the caution flag was displayed.
4.
In the event of a yellow flag with one lap to go the race will
restart/finish with Green-White-Checkered.
GREEN FLAG/GREEN LIGHT
1.
Green flag and green light signifies the start of racing.
2.
On starts and restarts, trucks maintain position until the green
flag is displayed and the green light is turned on.
Passing is allowed only on the right until crossing the
start/finish line.
3.
All starts will be at the speed the Pace Car set!
NO SHIFTING ON
ORIGINAL STARTS OR RESTARTS.
4.
During a green flag period, trucks will only be allowed onto the
track from the pits at officials’ discretion.
YELLOW FLAG/YELLOW LIGHT
1.
Yellow flag and yellow light means all trucks, regardless of
location on track, slow down and maintain position.
2.
Do not race back to the starting line.
Scoring reverts to the previous lap completed under the
green flag.
3.
If a pace car is used during a yellow flag period, no truck is
to pass the pace car unless instructed to do so by USST
official.
4.
Passing other race trucks or the pace car during a yellow flag
period will result in disqualification.
5.
Trucks may go to the pit area during a yellow flag period and
the truck may be worked on.
Upon returning, truck will restart at the rear of the
field.
6.
Any truck stopping on the track intentionally to cause a yellow
flag will be disqualified. 7. A yellow flag and yellow light displayed on the final lap may result in the conclusion of the race, at discretion of officials.
RED FLAG/RED LIGHT
1.
Red flag and red light means all trucks, regardless of location
on track, stop as soon as safely possible.
2.
After stopping, officials will direct competitors where to line
up for restart or to proceed to pit area.
3.
If the red light is displayed, no trucks are to come onto the
track from the pit area unless directed by officials.
4.
Trucks may go to the pit area during a red flag period and the
truck may be worked on.
Upon returning, the truck will restart at the rear of the
field.
5.
Trucks may not be serviced on the track during a red flag period
unless approved by officials.
6.
Crews will not be allowed onto the track during a red flag
period unless instructed to do so by officials.
BLACK FLAG
1.
Black flag means go immediately to the pit area.
This may be for penalty, for a problem with a race truck,
or at the request of the crew. 2. Ignoring a black flag will result in disqualification, fine, and possible suspension.
WHITE FLAG
1.
During a race and time trials, the white flag indicates one lap
remaining.
2.
Prior to the start, the white flag indicates one lap until the
start.
3.
During practice, the white flag indicates one lap remaining in
the session.
CHECKERED FLAG
1.
During a race and time trials, the checkered flag indicates the
conclusion of the session.
2.
During practice, the checkered flag means the session is over.
Do not take an additional hot lap!
3.
Feature race winners should proceed immediately to victory lane.
4.
Be careful of officials, photographers, sponsors, and victory
lane personnel when celebrating victory.
PIT STOPS
1.
Trucks must go to the pits for repairs.
No repairs or assistance may be made by driver or crew on
the track at any time.
2.
Trucks that go to the pit area for repairs/service under yellow
or red flag conditions will restart at the rear of the field.
3.
Reentry to the track under green flag conditions will be at the
discretion and direction of staging area officials.
4.
Trucks that are multiple laps down, that have little or no
chance of improving their positions, will not be allowed to
return to the race or if they may have a negative effect on race
program at Race Directors discretion.
5.
Trucks that are deemed unsafe or hazardous will not be allowed
to return to the race.
6.
Speed limit on all driveways in the pit area is 10 mph,
regardless of circumstances.
7.
Reckless driving or speeding in the pits will result in
disqualification, fine and possible suspension.
TECHNICAL RULES AND PENALTIES
1.
Trucks selected by the officials must proceed immediately to the
tech area without stopping in the pit area.
2.
Driver and Crew Chief or
Owner only in the tech area.
Other crew, owner, and sponsors must remain outside the
tech area unless otherwise directed bu USST Officials.
3.
Any truck not passing technical inspection may be disqualified,
fined and possibly suspended.
Additional penalties, including but not limited to
starting at the rear of the field for a designated number of
weeks, may be imposed.
4.
Illegal parts will be confiscated and marked.
5.
If in doubt that a part is legal, check with the technical
director prior to using the part.
6.
If the legality of a part is in question, the burden of proof
rests with the driver to provide satisfactory and correct
factual evidence establishing the origin and legality of the
part.
7.
Tampering with an engine or any part sealed by the technical
director will result in disqualification, two- week suspension,
and a fine.
8.
Tampering with a crate engine will result in disqualification,
two-week suspension, and fine.
That engine will not be allowed to compete in future
events until it has been inspected and illegal parts removed.
9.
USST reserves the right to impound any truck or motor for
further technical inspection or testing at the discretion of the
USST Officials.
PROTESTS AND DISPUTES
1.
Officials’ rulings are final and binding.
2.
Rulings on the track (during racing) cannot be disputed or
overturned.
3.
All disputes regarding technical rules, illegal equipment, or
finishing positions must be made by the DRIVER only.
4.
Protest regarding legality of a race truck must be made, in
writing, with protest fee, within ten minutes of the finish of
the event to the technical director.
5.
Protest regarding scoring must be made, in writing, to the race
director or chief scorer within ten minutes of the posting of
results.
6.
Driver may protest one time only.
Protest fees are as follows:
Scoring - $50.00, Minor car inspection (engine,
carburetor, drive train, suspension) - $200.00, Internal engine
inspection - $400.00
7.
Twenty-five percent (25%) of each protest fee will be retained
by USST. The
remainder will be returned to the protester if the truck is
found illegal or scoring is incorrect.
The remainder will be awarded to the protested driver or
scorer if truck is found legal or scoring is correct.
8.
Technical director may impound truck, seal engine, or mark parts
for later inspection after a protest.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES FOR DRIVERS COMPETING IN ALL DIVISIONS
1.
An approved flame retardant professional driving suit is
required.
2.
Flame retardant shoes and socks are highly recommended.
3.
Flame retardant driving gloves are mandatory.
4.
Flame retardant head sock and undergarments are recommended.
5.
An approved full coverage helmet (SNELL 2000 equivalent or
better) is required to be worn at all times on the race track.
6.
Driver’s eye protection is mandatory.
Full-face helmets or goggles are mandatory.
7.
HANS device, Hutchens device, D-Cell or other approved neck
restraint strongly recommended. Contact USST prior to event for
approval if not listed above.
8.
Driver must be able to exit the Truck through the passenger side
window in a reasonable amount of time.
9.
An operable “kill switch” must be installed in the dash and
easily accessed by USST or Safety Personnel from either side of
the truck.
GENERAL RULES FOR COMPETING TRUCKS
1.
No on-board computers, GPS, Lap Timers, or any other Data
Acquisition Devices may be used during races; no traction
control devices of any kind permitted.
IF CAUGHT WITH
TRACTION CONTROL, PENALTY IS SUSPENSION FOR ONE CALENDAR YEAR.
2.
Use of anti-freeze is strictly prohibited.
Dumping antifreeze on track $500.00 fine.
Anti freeze caught in tech lane $50.00.
3.
Drivers may use two-way radios.
4.
Tow hooks attached to frame rails are mandatory, front and rear.
Must be within easy reach of safety crew.
5.
Steel lug nuts only. 6. Spec Tires used to compete must be properly marked and registered by the Technical Director. Unauthorized Tires will result in disqualification and loss of all monies and points for that night.
GENERAL APPEARANCE RULES FOR TRUCKS COMPETING IN ALL DIVISIONS
1.
All trucks must be neat appearing with acceptable paint.
2.
One or two digit numbers only.
No letters will be allowed unless approved by USST
Officials.
Three-digit numbers must be approved in advance by the series
director/owner.
3.
All numbers must be uniform height.
No “small” first or second digits to give the appearance
of a different number.
4.
A number of at least 18” or more in height must appear on both
doors in contrasting color.
5.
Trucks must display roof top numbers of 24” in height, readable
form the left side.
6.
Must have the driver’s last name at least 4” tall on top of the
driver’s door.
7.
Must have truck number on right front passenger side headlight
and on one rear taillight.
8.
Minimum race weight must be displayed on the upper front corner
of the driver’s door as calculated from the Tech Sheet.
9.
No profanity or objectionable logos, designs, or phrases.
10.
Trucks must have hood, fenders, trunk lid, and bumpers in place
to compete.
11.
Trucks that lose the above items during a race session may be
allowed to compete at officials’ discretion.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES FOR TRUCKS COMPETING IN ALL DIVISIONS
1.
It is the responsibility of the driver to prepare a truck free
from defects and in safe racing condition.
2.
All trucks must have approved safety belt and shoulder harness
no less than 3” in width.
Both ends of safety belt and shoulder harness must be
fastened to roll bar with grade eight or better bolts; not less
than 3/8” in diameter.
A steel plate may be welded to the roll cage on the right
side of the driver so the belt can be brought down to prevent
driver from sliding side to side under the belt.
The seat belt and shoulder harness must come from behind
the driver. Three
inch shoulder harness and additional V-type seat belt (submarine
strap) mandatory.
Seat belts and shoulder harness may be no more than three years
old. Seat belts and
shoulder harness should be replaced after a severe accident.
3.
Approved padded headrest mandatory.
Shoulder harness inertia reel cannot be used.
Any right side headrest must be part of, or bolted to,
aluminum seat.
4.
Driver’s seat must be fastened to the frame.
5.
No Fiberglass seats allowed.
6.
Seat should be as far to the right as possible.
7.
Center top of steering post must be padded with at least 2” of
resilient material.
8.
All trucks must have an approved fire extinguisher within ready
reach of driver and safety crew.
Pressure type metal containers used as part of a fire
extinguisher system will only be approved for installation and
discharge in the driver’s compartment in conjunction with the
fire extinguisher system.
The container cannot be concealed in any manner.
Limit of one container for each fire extinguisher system.
Fire extinguisher mounting brackets must be of the
manufactured snap-band type with safety pin.
No carbon tetrachloride fire extinguishers.
Fire extinguisher must be of the air pressure or charged
type.
9.
Window nets are required and used at all times.
Quick release or latch style mounting must be used and
must release form top.
Window net must be full size ribbon or mesh type.
Window nets must be attached to roll bars only.
10.
All trucks must have master kill switch, located in the middle
of the dash. Switch
must be wired through negative side of battery.
11.
No person will be permitted to ride on outside of any truck at
any time.
Engines and Driveline
Please note that the
Great Lakes Series Engine Rules are more liberal than the
National Series
Engine Rules. This is to allow people to run parts/engines they
already own. If you plan to run your engine at a National Event,
there are part numbers for heads and intakes that the
Engine Location
·
Engines must be located so that the furthest forward spark plug
is no more than 2” behind the front axle centerline.
See Transition Period Amendment for rules
pertaining to “305” engines.
Built Engine Option
Engine Block
·
American made production V-8 engines only. No V-6 or 4
cylinders.
·
No removing of identification numbers.
·
No grinding or lightening.
Cranks
·
Cast 50-lb. sportsman type magnetic cranks only.
·
Cast Iron, Cast Steel, or Forged Steel Cranks Only. NO Billet
Cranks.
·
No lightened or knife-edge crankshafts permitted.
Rods
·
Only OEM or OEM appearing aftermarket rods permitted.
·
No aluminum, titanium or any other light weight rod permitted.
Pistons
·
Any flat top or dished piston may be used.
Heads
·
Cast Iron Heads ONLY
·
23* valve angle only on GM engines
·
2.02 intake/ 1.60 exhaust valve size maximum
·
Any evidence of sanding, polishing, relieving, grinding,
porting, chemical treating, abrasive or water blasting, ceramic
work, addition of material or any alteration to original form is
forbidden.
Rocker Arms
·
Rocker arms must mount in original position.
·
No titanium or other lightweight materials permitted.
·
Rocker arms must be stud mounted, 3/8” or 7/16” studs allowed,
except for Chrysler which may be shaft mounted in OEM position.
Camshaft/Valve Train
·
Any magnetic steel camshaft
·
No Mushroom or Roller Lifters
·
No Rev Kits
Intake Manifold
·
Aluminum intakes unmodified in any way.
Oil System
·
Wet sump oil systems only
Crate Motor Option
·
GM crate engine p/n 88958604 with USST approved mods optional.
·
Crate motors will be inspected for correct parts, be prepared to
remove seal bolts if necessary
·
USST does not recognize seals on crate engines.
·
Crate motors may be impounded for dyno testing. If power ratings
are found out of manufacturer’s specifications and tolerances
you will be disqualified.
Ignition
·
Stock style distributor type ignition only.
·
MSD ignition allowed, P.N. 83645 with rev limiter is allowed.
Carburetor
·
See Transition Period Amendment the Carburetor
sizes below are not in effect yet.
·
Built Motor - Holley 650HP P/N 80541
·
Carburetor size may be adjusted at any time to improve
competition.
·
The maximum carburetor must pass top and bottom dimension tool
specs.
·
Must supply a direct port vacuum on intake or the rear of
carburetor for vacuum check.
·
Standard boosters only and must be tightly mounted.
·
Epoxying or safety wiring of boosters recommended.
·
No vacuum leaks.
·
Choke horn may be removed. No other visible modifications
allowed on or inside the carb.
·
1” Carburetor Spacer plate allowed. 1 ¼ “ including gaskets.
·
May use single or multi-bore straight bore spacer, No tapered
spacers.
·
No turtles or other induction performance enhancing devices.
·
Two (2) returns spring mandatory.
·
An over-center throttle stop is recommended. No other systems
allowed.
·
An air box is optional.
·
Air cleaner must be a minimum of 12 inches in diameter and a
maximum of 20 inches in diameter.
·
Air cleaner limited to maximum 4 inches height.
·
Anything used to induct air, from anywhere other than base of
windshield, to element is prohibited.
.
Exhaust
·
Headers allowed on all engines maximum retail value $650.
·
Exhaust must exit behind driver and under car or through the
right side body panels.
·
Mufflers are mandatory. Maximum of 2 mufflers allowed.
·
All Trucks must meet Track noise requirements, NO EXCEPTIONS, if
the Track says you are too loud you will not race!
Transmission
·
See Transition Period Amendment
Driveshaft
·
2 ½” minimum diameter steel driveshaft only
Rear End
·
Floating hubs required for tracks over 3/8 mile, this is for
safety!
Soon it will be required at all tracks.
·
No titanium or ceramic parts
·
No locker, ratchet, limited slip, positraction. Spool or
Mini-Spool ONLY
·
No pumps or alternators driven off rear end
Radiator/Cooling
·
Only block mounted, belt driven water pumps allowed.
·
Water pump impellers may be altered
·
Aluminum radiators are permitted.
·
Must have an overflow tank of at least 16 fluid ounces.
·
Reasonable use of corrosion inhibitors and/or lubricants and
additives to cooling system water is permitted.
·
An overheating hose that exits to far right side of hood at base
of windshield must be installed.
·
Radiator must be mounted in front of engine.
·
Antifreeze is not allowed. First offense, 1 week suspension and
automatic $100.00 fine
Fuel & Fuel Cell
·
PUMP GASOLINE FUEL ONLY. NO ALCOHOL. NO E-85. NO ADDITIVES.
·
A maximum 22 gallon fuel cell must be used. Bladder REQUIRED at
National series events.
·
Fuel cells must be mounted in steel container with a minimum of
two 1” straps to hold cell in container. Straps must go
completely around the fuel cell can.
·
Fuel cell and can must be mounted on centerline of frame and
behind the rear axle.
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Must have a minimum 7” clearance from the ground.
·
No pressurized cells permitted.
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Only one fuel line permitted to transport fuel from cell to
pump.
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Fuel line must not run inside driver’s compartment.
·
No additional fuel cells or fuel containers permitted.
·
Mechanical Fuel Pumps only.
Chassis and Suspension
Frame
·
See Transition Period Amendment
Roll Cage
·
4 post roll cage required, see Roll Cage Diagram for suggested
design.
Front Suspension
·
See Transition Period Amendment
Rear Suspension
·
See Transition Period Amendment
Shocks
·
Any steel body shock that is available nationwide to anybody at
a retail price of $225.00 or less will be allowed.
Wheels
·
See Transition Period Amendment
Tires
·
Hoosier 970
Track Width
·
See Transition Period Amendment
Wheel Base
Weight
Bodies
Construction
Dimensions
All
Rules are subject to adjustment and change as competition
requires.
Rules are subject to change in order to continue involvement in
the National Series.
The goal of the USST Great Lakes is to take truck racing to the
next level of vehicle, getting away from the “street stock” type
vehicle, and become part of a National Rule Package. We have
come up with a set of rules that will be known as the Transition
Period Rules. Our goal is to allow the current Metric frame
“305” Trucks to compete, while having the option to upgrade
equipment as it gets used up. At the same time we will start to
allow “Sportsman” and “Limited Late Model” Trucks to start
competing by adding penalties for their performance enhancing
features. These penalties may and will be adjusted according to
competition. After a period of time we will start eliminating
penalties or advantages given for certain things, with the end
result being a common set of rules for everyone nationwide.
The “305” engines which meet the
2009 STT
specifications will be allowed to run a 650HP 4 bbl carburetor.
After the Transition Period though these engines will fall in
the Built Engine category and must follow the same rules.
The “Built Engines” which follow the USST Great Lakes rules will
run a 500 2bbl carburetor. After the Transition period is over
these engines will run the 650HP 4bbl.
The “Crate Engine” will run a 500 2bbl. After the Transition
Period is over these engines will run a 650HP 4bbl.
Automatic Transmissions will be given a 35 pound weight break
during the Transition Period.
Straight Rail Chassis must attach a 25 pound weight to the
outside of the right frame rail, centered between the A-pillar
and B-pillar.
2009 STT Engines may use a solid lifter camshaft for the 2011
season. The maximum valve lift at the retainer will be .500” All
other 2009 STT Rules still apply to these engines.
The following are Chassis Related items which will receive a
weight penalty. The amount of weight for the penalty can be seen
on the Weight Adjustment Excel Sheet. These penalties may be
adjusted for competition as we go, but eventually will go away.
·
Fabricated Chassis (anything NOT a
2009 legal
STT or ARA Metric)
·
Coil Overs
·
Multi Piston Brake Calipers
·
Wide 5 Hubs
·
Unequal Length Front Lower Control Arms
·
Rack and Pinion Steering
·
Unequal Length Rear Trailing Arms
·
Locker Rear End
·
10” Rims
·
Track Width Over 65 inches
Left Side Weight for ALL Trucks will be 56%
The goal here is to allow any type truck to race with us, then
over time get everyone on the same rule set. |
USST Great Lakes Series