2008 Rules and Regulations
2008 Regional Pro Truck Racing Series
Section 1: Procedures
• At ALL races/events, driver assumes responsibility for their teams actions
• One Way Radios are MANDATORY. Raceiever or compatible, frequency is 454.000
• No two way communication between driver and crew, this includes cell phones
* Driver must compete in 51% of the schedule to be eligible for year end points fund monies and or contigency awards.
• ALL trucks are subject to safety and or legality inspection at any time. Refusal of such inspection whether pre or post
race, driver forfeits any and all points/monies for that event.
• Whenever possible, requested number will be assigned. The Tour reserves the right to assign numbers to prevent
duplication and to maintain proper records.
• ALL numbers will be limited to two (2) digits, no reflecting numbers. If the numbers 3, 6, 8, or 9 are used, make sure
they are distinguishable. Do not let nerf bars block visibility. Team Trucks must be clearly distinguishable from one another
by using different numbers.
• Engine size and minimum weight MUST be displayed on left door or fender, near the bottom of the A post, so as scale
operators can see them.
• Consumption of any alcoholic beverage or use of illegal drugs by a driver or his/her crew in advance of, or during the
racing program is strictly forbidden. Any persons who show evidence of having partaken of any alcoholic beverage or illegal
drug will be required to leave the premises immediately and may be subject to a fine of not less than $300.00. Which will be
added to the point fund.
• In the effort to maintain equalization among competitors, any truck winning 3(three) races in a row or 4 total races will
undergo complete tech inspection.
• First technical DQ, loss of all points and monies for that event.
• Second Tech DQ, Loss of all monies for that event, and 50 points.
• Fighting, FORBIDDEN. Teams involved will face a MINIMUM two week suspension, loss of 100 points and a 250.00
fine. If there is a problem on the track, The drivers from each team will be allowed to try and resolve any conflicts with the
race director. IF this can not be done in a professional manner, Teams may face a penalty. Fine monies will be added to the
point fund.
• The driver( or one single individual) shall be the sole spokesperson for truck owner and pit crew in any and all matters
pertaining to the race & the driver only shall take part in any arbitration with the officials in charge. Driver is responsible for
all legalities of the truck.
• All trucks must display the series sponsor name at the top of the windshield area. Contingency sponsor sticker
locations to be determined, and must be displayed in order to be eligible for award.
• All drivers must be ready to compete and have their cars in line before each event enters the track or will be sent to the
back of the field.
On the parade lap before the start of the feature, be sure to wave to the fans. The tracks and announcers work real hard at
helping promote us, so give the kids and families a wave.
• If there is an accident before the first lap is official, the field will be completely restarted with the truck(s) bringing about
the restart going to the rear of the field.
• All restarts will be double file until the halfway point or at the flagmans discretion. From then on, restarts will be single
file.
• Any driver causing excessive delays in a race, such as spinning out two times on his own will be disqualified at starter’
s discretion.
• Any driver guilty of violating any of the flag or light rules will be penalized at the discretion of the starter.
• Rough riding will be left up to the discretion of the starter. If he feels that the occasion warrants, a fine and/or
suspension will be levied. Fined driver will not be allowed to compete until the fine is paid. Any driver black flagged for rough
riding during the feature will not receive feature points or prize money. Rough riding will be treated the SAME as fighting in
the pits.
• NO TRACTION CONTROL DEVICES (ELECTRICAL OR MECHANICAL) ARE ALLOWED. Amy truck found with such
WILL be suspended for the remainder of the season, and loose all points to date, including any contingency awards.
• Excessive speeding in the pit area will be subject to penalty and/or fine.
• No mirrors allowed. No wording painted on truck that may be offensive.
• If a driver intentionally stops on the track to draw the caution, and then is not either towed off the track or pushed off, will
serve a minimum 5 lap penalty in the pits before that truck is allowed back on the track.
• These procedures are subject to change , every effort will be made to make all teams aware of any such changes.
• ANYTHING NOT SPECIFICALLY LISTED IN THIS RULE
BOOK WILL BE CONSIDERED ILLEGAL UNTIL APPROVED.
Section 2: FLAG RULES
Any driver who does not obey the flag rules will be subject to disqualification. Where light signals are also used, a definite
understanding concerning these signals in relation to the flag shall be made before the race.
Green Flag - Start of the Race. On an original green flag all cars must stay in line until past the pylon. On restarts, racing
resumes immediately upon display of the green flag. Pole man sets the pace. If race leader chooses outside pole, he gives
up the right to set the pace on restarts only.
Blue Flag with Yellow Strip or Marker - This flag will be displayed to a driver to tell him that he is about to be lapped by a
leading car. The lapped truck must obey, moving over, allowing the passing truck(s) to go by. A driver who uses the Blue &
Yellow flag to his advantage bypassing a truck which has slowed to obey the flag, in discretion of the starter, will be
penalized. A driver who ignores the Blue & Yellow Flag, in discretion of the starter, will be disqualified or penalized an
appropriate number of positions.
Yellow Flag - Caution, go slow, single file, hold position - no passing. The yellow flag signifies caution & this flag will be
given to the first truck passing the starter. After the yellow flag is displayed, cars must hold position in single file, do not pull
up beside the truck in front of you or pass another truck for any reason. If you have a problem with the line-up, stick your
hand out your window and an official will check the line-up. When the line-up is correct the flagman will give the double file
signal, if the race is under half way. Any truck involved in or spins to avoid an accident when the yellow flag is displayed
must pick up position in the field wherever they fall in. All others maintain position. In the event a pace vehicle is used, no
truck may pass the pace vehicle. Any truck passing will lose one lap. Any truck passing under caution will be penalized two
positions for each truck passed. When the caution flag flies, cars will fall into single file, passing truck giving way to lead
truck. The passing truck must be completely ahead to assume the forward position. In any dispute in line-up, line-up will be
decided by last complete lap at the discretion of flagman. In races over 50 laps in which yellow flagged laps count & are
scored, the race must finish under green & no yellow laps will be scored or counted three laps from the finish.
Red Flag - Danger, race stops immediately. In the event of a red flag, the driver may do any work on the truck he is able to
do without the use of tools. All major work must be done in the pit area. Any driver delaying the restart of the race will be
disqualified. Do not move your truck when a red flag is displayed unless told to do so by an official.
Black Flag - Go to pit area immediately for consultation. Drivers shall not continue in the race after receiving the black flag.
He must slow down & keep clear of all other cars in the race & pull into the pits at the first opportunity. Failure to obey the
black flag will result in disqualification or suspension. Getting the black flag does not mean automatic disqualification.
Check with the Pit Steward. Any truck black flagged for rough riding will not receive points or prize money for that race.
White Flag - One lap to go. When the white flag is displayed under the green it means you have started into your last lap.
During a yellow flag situation, starter may display the white flag to indicate the green flag will come out in one more lap.
Checkered Flag - End of race. When the checkered flag is displayed it means the race is finished. When the required race
distance has been completed by the lead car, or at the discretion of the starter, the race will be declared ”official” (Final
disposition of any flag dispute will be determined by the starter). When the checkered flag is given to the leader, the balance
of the field receives the checkered flag in the same lap. Finishing position will be paid off according to most laps traveled in
the least time, regardless of whether the truck is still running or not. The driver receiving the checkered flag first in any
feature race must bring his truck to the starting line & participate in victory lane until released by the official in charge. Top
five finishers will always report to the scales.
Section 3: General Safety
• 1-way in truck radios mandatory.
• All cars are subject to inspection at any time and must be free from
mechanical defects and be in safe racing condition.
• Drivers seat must be high back racing seat securely fastened to
frame or cage in six spots, four (4) on bottoms and two (2) on seat
back. Six (6) 3/8” bolts minimum.
• Drive Shaft Loops mandatory. Must be approved by Tech
Inspectors.
• Mandatory functional padded head rest must be in line with center
of driver’s head.
• Mandatory-shock resistant roll bar padding on all bars that drivers
head may come in contact with while strapped in seat. Fire retardant padding recommended.
• Mandatory 3” wide Safety Belt and Shoulder Harness with 2 belts
over the shoulder and of the quick release type. Also minimum of one
submarine strap. All belts must be securely fastened to the frame of
the cage. No older than 4years. No cuts in belts or dry rot allowed.
Must have manufacturer’s stamp and must be marked with a date of mfg.
• Full face Helmet is Mandatory. SA2000 rating or newer and must be no older than 5 years. NO M RATED helmets
• Fire suit Single Layer suit is acceptable with Nomex underwear. Double Layer suit recommended. Nomex Head socks
are mandatory. Nomex underwear will not be mandatory if you have a double layer suit. Head sock will still be required.
Gloves, racing shoes and neck brace are still mandatory.
• A full screen of substantial material must cover entire windshield area. (No chicken wire or aluminum)
• All trucks must have four (4) wheel hydraulic brakes, all in good
working order. Brake tests will be held throughout the year. No shut
off valves.
• A firewall, not less than 20 gauge thickness, must be
installed between the rear deck (trunk) section and the driver’s
compartment.
• Floor board must at least extend to back of drivers’ seat. If battery
is located in gas tank compartment, battery terminals must be
insulated with ½” of rubber. Battery must be adequately secured
and enclosed.
• No pressure tanks allowed on fuel systems.
• No unprotected gas line to run through driver’s compartment. No
cast iron fittings.
• Wheels must have a minimum of five (5) lug nuts. No knock off
hubs.
• No glass bowl on fuel pump allowed. No glass sight plugs on carb.
• Exhaust headers must be safe for driver and exit behind driver’s seat.
• All cars must be neatly painted and carry numbers at least 18”
high on both doors-roof-and rear back and 9” number on front.
• NO SOLID BLACK OR BLUE PAINT JOBS. ALL DARK
COLORED CARS SHOULD HAVE A CONTRASTING LIGHT
COLOR SOMEWHERE ELSE ON THE CAR.
• ALL trucks must have a Pick up Hook front and rear-minimum of 3”
diameter or a minimum 5/16” chain loop.
• Inspector reserves the right to request body sheet metal to be
replaced and painted should it be necessary.
• Fuel Line Steel braided recommended. May run silicone type sleeved hose or steel line, any hose that shows signs
of fatigue or cracking will not be allowed to run.
• A reinforced member of the same kind and size material as that
used in the roll cage, or chassis shall be installed to the rear of the
fuel tank, joining the rear-most portion of the chassis. Fuel tank must
be secured by at least three (3) steel straps; each strap must be a
minimum of 1” wide. Each strap shall be bolted with at least two (2)
5/16”-3 line bolts. FUNCTIONAL one way safety valve in vent
line is MANDATORY
• The fuel shut off valve shall be labeled ON/OFF with a bright RED decal or
colored paint and must be located within the drivers reach.
• All vehicles shall have an ignition switch which is easily
accessible within the driver’s compartment. The ignition switch should
be labeled ON/OFF with bright YELLOW decal or paint and be accessible from the outside by track crews.
• Two throttle return springs and a steel toe loop on gas pedal is
mandatory.
• FIRE EXTINGUISHERS: All crews must carry operable fire
extinguishers capable of putting out fuel and oil fires with gauge 5lb.
minimum-BC classification. On board flame-out system
recommended for car.
• It is mandatory that the Driver’s side Door Panel, Roof and Hood
be on the race vehicle at all times.
• Drivers windows must have screen netting - Mandatory and must
be up whenever on the track racing.
• All drive shafts & extra weight must be painted white with truck
number.
• No electric fuel pumps.
• No oil coolers in driver’s compartment. No vent holes.
• Must run a protection loop behind fuel cell to protect lower edge of cell.
• ANYTHING NOT SPECIFICALLY LISTED IN THIS RULE
BOOK WILL BE CONSIDERED ILLEGAL UNTIL APPROVED.
Anytime the word “STOCK” is used in this rule book to describe
cars, part, or components; it is defined to mean a part or component
which is available over the counter from General Motors, Chrysler
Corp., Ford Motor Company or AMC Authorized dealer. “STOCK
TYPE” is defined as a part that has been reproduced to meet OEM
specs in form, fit, appearance and function.
Section 4: Engines
• ENGINE: Any make and year V-8 engine may be run in any
approved body.
Motor Limits as Follows:
Chevy 350 CID - 4” Bore x 3.480 stroke up to .070 over bore
Chrysler 360 CID - 4” Bore x 3.578 stroke up to .030 over bore
Chrysler 340 CID - 4.040 Bore x 3.313 up to .060 over bore.
Ford 351 CID - 4.00 Bore x 3.5 stroke up to .060 over bore
• No Vortec, Bow Tie, SVO, or Aluminum heads.
• No porting or polishing of any kind.
• The ONLY aftermarket steel heads that will be allowed are as follows
Chevrolet: World Products P/N 042660
Ford: World Products P/N 053030
Dodge: Not Available
• Must use stock type engine components: rods, crank, etc. Six-inch steel rods are allowed. NO H Beam Rods.
(Aftermarket Crankshafts are allowed that maintain a MINIMUM of 51 lbs) Part numbers and spec sheets have been
prepared. Any lightweight components found will be cause for disqualification for the night and loss of 100 points. Period.
Zero Tolerance
• No intake valves larger than 2.02”. Valves must be stock angle and in stock location.
• Poly locks and stud girdles are allowed.
• Roller Rockers are legal, ROLLER CAMS AND LIFTERS ARE NOT , All rocker ratios must be equal..
• No titanium parts.
• No domed pistons.
• NO Marine Parts.
• 1” pipe plug MUST be installed in oil pan on driver’s side to be
centered between second and third pan bolts making crank and rods
viewable from exterior of pan while in car. If you have no pipe plug, be prepared to pull your oil pan.
• Hydraulic or Solid cams allowed ( A Max lift rule may be instituted)
• Double roller timing chain and gears allowed.
• No timing degree changer allowed.
• 4412 Holley Carburetor must be used.
• A 1” tall spacer or adapter with straight bores in it may be used, no
tapered bores or blending allowed. Total assembly with gaskets shall not exceed 1 ¼” in height.
• No carburetor modification allowed except removal of choke plate
and shaft.
• Jets may be changed if needed.
• Stock cast iron 2-barrel intake only - no machine work or porting or
polishing of any kind.
• Any coil allowed.
• Distributor: Double or single point or HEI type. No magnetos. NO
ADJUSTABLE ELECTRONICS.
Section 5: Transmission and Rear End
• Stock automatic transmissions Must shift all gears, 2 speeds, 3 speeds, and reverse. Must have working torque
converter. Minimum 10 ¾” outside
diameter. Torque Converter must have 1/8” pipe plug installed to be accessible for external inspection.
• Manual transmissions will be allowed, MUST have all gears in working order, Stock weight Flywheel and stock type
clutch only. Minimum Flywheel weight is 24 lbs.
• GM rear axle for the frame being used, or Ford 9 inch rears acceptable.
• Must be locked. No posi, ratchets, or limited slips allowed. No
aluminum carriers. No aluminum spools. No floater type rear ends.
Section 6: Chassis
• All new truck chassis for 2000 and beyond are to be 112” or 108” GM frames
• Full Frame Trucks must be a minimum of 3100 pounds with driver and no fuel added.
• All existing cars to be converted to the truck class not meeting year 2000 new truck frame specifications or any full
factory frames that have been repaired that do not meet factory specs. must be a minimum of 3300 pounds with driver and
no fuel added.
• A minimum of 108” to a maximum of 112” wheel base, no portion of rear of cage can be any further back than 87” from
the center of the top left-hand ball joint.
• Top of cage must be 56 ½” plus or minus 1” at ride height.
• No new tube frames allowed; and conversion chassis must have been in competition prior to 2005.
• All new truck chassis for 2002 and beyond will have square up centered roll cages.
• No offsets and must be mounted within 1” plus or minus on right and left- hand frame rails.
• 108” wheel base engine set back, #1 spark plug center with top left-hand ball joint.
• 112” wheel base engine set back to water pump BLOCK mating surface center with to left-hand ball joint.
• Conversion truck engine set back, #1 spark plug centered with top left front ball joint, regardless of wheel base.
• Conversion trucks must be behind a stock, in company line, front stub; rear suspension must match for OEM front stub
being used.
Example: Camaro stub must use leaf spring rear suspension.
If using a Camaro front clip, must run stock steel leaf springs with a minimum of three (3) functional leafs with the 2nd and
3rd leaf lengths totaling no less than the main leaf lengths. Size and configuration of leaf springs must be approved by Tech
Department.
• Spring mounts must be of OEM length.
• No mono balls, no sliders, no weight jacks.
• A fuel cell is mandatory. 22 gallon maximum.
The fuel cell must be protected front, bottom and both sides with minimum 18 gauge steel or .060” aluminum.
• Door bars must be a minimum of 44” measured between the front hoop and rear hoop with four (4) bars on driver’s
side with two (2)
stand offs per bar. The passenger side must have three (3) bars
minimum.
• All trucks must have minimum of 1 ¾” .095 steel complete roll cages and side bars.
• Bottom of roll cage must have full 1 ¾” “X”.
• Steering column must be in stock location.
• All front and rear bumpers may be mounted inside front and rear fascia to fit underneath the step molded in the fascia.
And will be made from no larger than 1.75” round tubing, Two rows connected by stand offs. No “cow catchers”
Section 7: Suspension
• Tour approved spring spacers or jacking bolts allowed. 5”
minimum diameter racing springs allowed.
• Non adjustable after market tubular upper “A” arms allowed.
• Must run stock type front spindles for the frame being used.
• Must run stock type lower front “A” arms.
• Steel non adjustable bushings are acceptable
• Shocks may be relocated in an approved location.
• Stock type ball joints. No adjustable mono balls.
• One shock per wheel.
• Shock price not to exceed current manufacturer’s list price of $65.00.
• Stock 4-link or fabricated 3-link suspension will be allowed in rear. Top link on 3 point suspension must run steel
Heim ends with steel or aluminum radius rods.
• Rear end must be centered in frame.
• May fabricate lower rear end trailing arms out of rectangular tubing with press-in rubber or neoprene bushings. Must
be OEM and EQUAL length. Steel non adjustable bushings allowed (no rod end type setups)
Section 8: Body and Drivers Compartment
These body rules are designed to keep the trucks looking like trucks, And to make them look professional. If body parts are
unavailable you will have two weeks to make temporary repairs
• Approved bodies will be either, Ford, Chevy, GM or Dodge produced by ARP or Five Star Bodies. Extended Cab bodies
only.
• Fiberglass hood , roof and pillar posts will be used
• Fenders may be fabricated, but appear as a stock fender.
• Plastic front and rear bumper covers allowed and must be on the truck at the beginning of an event
• Any allowable truck body may be used with any allowable frame.
• Doors and truck box sides may be made from aluminum. Complete body packages from ARP or Five Star may be
used also.
It is mandatory the wheel openings on aluminum quarter panels and fenders are rolled in to prevent any sharp edges. This
protects your team, your tires and the tires of your competitors.
• No hood scoops. No holes in the hood allowed.
• No extra panels may be added to the bodies.
• Complete body package must be run at the beginning of each night of racing.
• It is mandatory that the Driver’s side Door Panel, Roof and Hood be on the truck at all times. Body mounting spec
sheets are available by request. These measurements must be strictly adhered to.
• Rear spoiler maximum face height 6”. Must be mounted flat to rear fascia. No side boards.
• Fabricated aluminum, steel, or stock firewalls may be used.
• All floor pans and front firewalls on driver’s side must be made of minimum 18 gauge steel.
• 18 gauge floor will start at the firewall and extend backwards to the rear roll cage hoop.
• No passenger side cockpit enclosure shall be any higher than 15” vertical from driver’s side floor pan. Must run level
from this point to the right side roll cage then vertical and outward to body. This rule in designed to make extrication easier
in the event of a crash. If you are hurt you do not want to spend any more time in your truck than you have to.
• Side rub rails must be made of 1” x 3” rectangular tubing or no less than 1 ½” round. Ends must be radiused back into
body. No sharp edges.
• Side rub rails must be mounted tight to the body extending from front wheel well to rear wheel well with a centerline of
16”measured from the ground up.
• Rear side bumpers follow the same rules as the side rails but must be centered with double rear bumper extending
from rear fender well to no more than 2” from the rear portion of fascia.
• OPTIONAL: Side rub rails maybe be mounted on the inside of the body, but should be made from 1”x3” rectangular
tubing and should be the same length as outboard mounted ones.
Section 9: Exhaust
• Proper installation and maintenance is the responsibility of the truck owner/driver.
• Stock OEM cast iron exhaust manifolds or after market Block Hugger Headers. Crossover headers that are not
connected are allowed. For engines mounted in stock location or # 1 spark plug even with front upper ball joints, Street type
headers are allowed.
• Mufflers will produce a 95 decibel reading. A truck not meeting the 95 decibel reading will be black-flagged and
disqualified until the exhaust problem is corrected. If you lose your muffler during the race you will be black flagged. Any
driver not abiding by this rule may receive a fine, loss of points, and loss of point monies. Tracks decibel meter reading will
be final.
• This rule is made to protect the drivers, crews, and spectators from hearing loss and preserve the sport of racing now
and into the future.
Section 10: Wheels, Tires and Brakes
• All wheels must be heavy-duty steel or have a steel plate, 8-inch rim maximum.
• No bead locks or Inner Liners allowed.
• Tires cannot be raced with siphing, grooving, cutting, buffing, or softening.
• American Racers 84/8.0-15DT or 86/8.0-15DT MEDIUM compound is the tire of choice, although some teams still
have an abundance of comparable tires, they will be allowed also, The Medium Compound lasts longer and is a better all
around tire. Teams are just burning up the soft ones and this decision has been made to save everyone Money. Hoosiers
purchased at BRS will be allowed to run until they are used up.
• All tires and wheels must be inside body and any offsets less than 2” or greater than 4” must be approved prior to
racing.
• Drum or disk brakes allowed.
• OEM brake components only.
• Aftermarket Rebuildable master cylinders are allowed or stock type cast iron master cylinders.
• No shut off valves.
• Brakes checks WILL be conducted through the season.
Section 11: Points structure
Heats Feature
1st. 7 30
2nd 5 25
3rd 3 22
4th 2 20
5th 1 19
6th 18
7th 17
8th 15
9th 13
10th 12
11th 11
12th 10
13th 9
14th 8
15th 7
16th 6
17th 5
18th 4
19th 3
Heat Starting positions will be drawn race night
Top 4 from each heat will redraw
Points system will be revised when 20 trucks are on the roster.
Any truck not able to compete in the feature event due to mech.
issues, crash etc. will still receive last place “show up” points.
Full purses will be available as soon as the sponsorship deals are
complete. You will receive a minimum of $50.00 to take the green in
the Feature event.
The Tour reserves the right to amend this rulebook at anytime, And will not do so without input from the teams involved.
Thanks and lets have a great 2008 Season
Questions, feel free to contact me at 607-329-6805 or mwarren12@stny.rr.com
2007 ProTruckTour.com
Section 1: Procedures
• At ALL races/events, driver assumes responsibility for their teams actions
• One Way Radios are MANDATORY. Raceiever or compatible, frequency is 454.000
• No two way communication between driver and crew, this includes cell phones
* Driver must compete in 51% of the schedule to be eligible for year end points fund monies and or contigency awards.
• ALL trucks are subject to safety and or legality inspection at any time. Refusal of such inspection whether pre or post
race, driver forfeits any and all points/monies for that event.
• Whenever possible, requested number will be assigned. The Tour reserves the right to assign numbers to prevent
duplication and to maintain proper records.
• ALL numbers will be limited to two (2) digits, no reflecting numbers. If the numbers 3, 6, 8, or 9 are used, make sure
they are distinguishable. Do not let nerf bars block visibility. Team Trucks must be clearly distinguishable from one another
by using different numbers.
• Engine size and minimum weight MUST be displayed on left door or fender, near the bottom of the A post, so as scale
operators can see them.
• Consumption of any alcoholic beverage or use of illegal drugs by a driver or his/her crew in advance of, or during the
racing program is strictly forbidden. Any persons who show evidence of having partaken of any alcoholic beverage or illegal
drug will be required to leave the premises immediately and may be subject to a fine of not less than $300.00. Which will be
added to the point fund.
• In the effort to maintain equalization among competitors, any truck winning 3(three) races in a row or 4 total races will
undergo complete tech inspection.
• First technical DQ, loss of all points and monies for that event.
• Second Tech DQ, Loss of all monies for that event, and 50 points.
• Fighting, FORBIDDEN. Teams involved will face a MINIMUM two week suspension, loss of 100 points and a 250.00
fine. If there is a problem on the track, The drivers from each team will be allowed to try and resolve any conflicts with the
race director. IF this can not be done in a professional manner, Teams may face a penalty. Fine monies will be added to the
point fund.
• The driver( or one single individual) shall be the sole spokesperson for truck owner and pit crew in any and all matters
pertaining to the race & the driver only shall take part in any arbitration with the officials in charge. Driver is responsible for
all legalities of the truck.
• All trucks must display the series sponsor name at the top of the windshield area. Contingency sponsor sticker
locations to be determined, and must be displayed in order to be eligible for award.
• All drivers must be ready to compete and have their cars in line before each event enters the track or will be sent to the
back of the field.
On the parade lap before the start of the feature, be sure to wave to the fans. The tracks and announcers work real hard at
helping promote us, so give the kids and families a wave.
• If there is an accident before the first lap is official, the field will be completely restarted with the truck(s) bringing about
the restart going to the rear of the field.
• All restarts will be double file until the halfway point or at the flagmans discretion. From then on, restarts will be single
file.
• Any driver causing excessive delays in a race, such as spinning out two times on his own will be disqualified at starter’
s discretion.
• Any driver guilty of violating any of the flag or light rules will be penalized at the discretion of the starter.
• Rough riding will be left up to the discretion of the starter. If he feels that the occasion warrants, a fine and/or
suspension will be levied. Fined driver will not be allowed to compete until the fine is paid. Any driver black flagged for rough
riding during the feature will not receive feature points or prize money. Rough riding will be treated the SAME as fighting in
the pits.
• NO TRACTION CONTROL DEVICES (ELECTRICAL OR MECHANICAL) ARE ALLOWED. Amy truck found with such
WILL be suspended for the remainder of the season, and loose all points to date, including any contingency awards.
• Excessive speeding in the pit area will be subject to penalty and/or fine.
• No mirrors allowed. No wording painted on truck that may be offensive.
• If a driver intentionally stops on the track to draw the caution, and then is not either towed off the track or pushed off, will
serve a minimum 5 lap penalty in the pits before that truck is allowed back on the track.
• These procedures are subject to change , every effort will be made to make all teams aware of any such changes.
• ANYTHING NOT SPECIFICALLY LISTED IN THIS RULE
BOOK WILL BE CONSIDERED ILLEGAL UNTIL APPROVED.
Section 2: FLAG RULES
Any driver who does not obey the flag rules will be subject to disqualification. Where light signals are also used, a definite
understanding concerning these signals in relation to the flag shall be made before the race.
Green Flag - Start of the Race. On an original green flag all cars must stay in line until past the pylon. On restarts, racing
resumes immediately upon display of the green flag. Pole man sets the pace. If race leader chooses outside pole, he gives
up the right to set the pace on restarts only.
Blue Flag with Yellow Strip or Marker - This flag will be displayed to a driver to tell him that he is about to be lapped by a
leading car. The lapped truck must obey, moving over, allowing the passing truck(s) to go by. A driver who uses the Blue &
Yellow flag to his advantage bypassing a truck which has slowed to obey the flag, in discretion of the starter, will be
penalized. A driver who ignores the Blue & Yellow Flag, in discretion of the starter, will be disqualified or penalized an
appropriate number of positions.
Yellow Flag - Caution, go slow, single file, hold position - no passing. The yellow flag signifies caution & this flag will be
given to the first truck passing the starter. After the yellow flag is displayed, cars must hold position in single file, do not pull
up beside the truck in front of you or pass another truck for any reason. If you have a problem with the line-up, stick your
hand out your window and an official will check the line-up. When the line-up is correct the flagman will give the double file
signal, if the race is under half way. Any truck involved in or spins to avoid an accident when the yellow flag is displayed
must pick up position in the field wherever they fall in. All others maintain position. In the event a pace vehicle is used, no
truck may pass the pace vehicle. Any truck passing will lose one lap. Any truck passing under caution will be penalized two
positions for each truck passed. When the caution flag flies, cars will fall into single file, passing truck giving way to lead
truck. The passing truck must be completely ahead to assume the forward position. In any dispute in line-up, line-up will be
decided by last complete lap at the discretion of flagman. In races over 50 laps in which yellow flagged laps count & are
scored, the race must finish under green & no yellow laps will be scored or counted three laps from the finish.
Red Flag - Danger, race stops immediately. In the event of a red flag, the driver may do any work on the truck he is able to
do without the use of tools. All major work must be done in the pit area. Any driver delaying the restart of the race will be
disqualified. Do not move your truck when a red flag is displayed unless told to do so by an official.
Black Flag - Go to pit area immediately for consultation. Drivers shall not continue in the race after receiving the black flag.
He must slow down & keep clear of all other cars in the race & pull into the pits at the first opportunity. Failure to obey the
black flag will result in disqualification or suspension. Getting the black flag does not mean automatic disqualification.
Check with the Pit Steward. Any truck black flagged for rough riding will not receive points or prize money for that race.
White Flag - One lap to go. When the white flag is displayed under the green it means you have started into your last lap.
During a yellow flag situation, starter may display the white flag to indicate the green flag will come out in one more lap.
Checkered Flag - End of race. When the checkered flag is displayed it means the race is finished. When the required race
distance has been completed by the lead car, or at the discretion of the starter, the race will be declared ”official” (Final
disposition of any flag dispute will be determined by the starter). When the checkered flag is given to the leader, the balance
of the field receives the checkered flag in the same lap. Finishing position will be paid off according to most laps traveled in
the least time, regardless of whether the truck is still running or not. The driver receiving the checkered flag first in any
feature race must bring his truck to the starting line & participate in victory lane until released by the official in charge. Top
five finishers will always report to the scales.
Section 3: General Safety
• 1-way in truck radios mandatory.
• All cars are subject to inspection at any time and must be free from
mechanical defects and be in safe racing condition.
• Drivers seat must be high back racing seat securely fastened to
frame or cage in six spots, four (4) on bottoms and two (2) on seat
back. Six (6) 3/8” bolts minimum.
• Drive Shaft Loops mandatory. Must be approved by Tech
Inspectors.
• Mandatory functional padded head rest must be in line with center
of driver’s head.
• Mandatory-shock resistant roll bar padding on all bars that drivers
head may come in contact with while strapped in seat. Fire retardant padding recommended.
• Mandatory 3” wide Safety Belt and Shoulder Harness with 2 belts
over the shoulder and of the quick release type. Also minimum of one
submarine strap. All belts must be securely fastened to the frame of
the cage. No older than 4years. No cuts in belts or dry rot allowed.
Must have manufacturer’s stamp and must be marked with a date of mfg.
• Full face Helmet is Mandatory. SA2000 rating or newer and must be no older than 5 years. NO M RATED helmets
• Fire suit Single Layer suit is acceptable with Nomex underwear. Double Layer suit recommended. Nomex Head socks
are mandatory. Nomex underwear will not be mandatory if you have a double layer suit. Head sock will still be required.
Gloves, racing shoes and neck brace are still mandatory.
• A full screen of substantial material must cover entire windshield area. (No chicken wire or aluminum)
• All trucks must have four (4) wheel hydraulic brakes, all in good
working order. Brake tests will be held throughout the year. No shut
off valves.
• A firewall, not less than 20 gauge thickness, must be
installed between the rear deck (trunk) section and the driver’s
compartment.
• Floor board must at least extend to back of drivers’ seat. If battery
is located in gas tank compartment, battery terminals must be
insulated with ½” of rubber. Battery must be adequately secured
and enclosed.
• No pressure tanks allowed on fuel systems.
• No unprotected gas line to run through driver’s compartment. No
cast iron fittings.
• Wheels must have a minimum of five (5) lug nuts. No knock off
hubs.
• No glass bowl on fuel pump allowed. No glass sight plugs on carb.
• Exhaust headers must be safe for driver and exit behind driver’s seat.
• All cars must be neatly painted and carry numbers at least 18”
high on both doors-roof-and rear back and 9” number on front.
• NO SOLID BLACK OR BLUE PAINT JOBS. ALL DARK
COLORED CARS SHOULD HAVE A CONTRASTING LIGHT
COLOR SOMEWHERE ELSE ON THE CAR.
• ALL trucks must have a Pick up Hook front and rear-minimum of 3”
diameter or a minimum 5/16” chain loop.
• Inspector reserves the right to request body sheet metal to be
replaced and painted should it be necessary.
• Fuel Line Steel braided recommended. May run silicone type sleeved hose or steel line, any hose that shows signs
of fatigue or cracking will not be allowed to run.
• A reinforced member of the same kind and size material as that
used in the roll cage, or chassis shall be installed to the rear of the
fuel tank, joining the rear-most portion of the chassis. Fuel tank must
be secured by at least three (3) steel straps; each strap must be a
minimum of 1” wide. Each strap shall be bolted with at least two (2)
5/16”-3 line bolts. FUNCTIONAL one way safety valve in vent
line is MANDATORY
• The fuel shut off valve shall be labeled ON/OFF with a bright RED decal or
colored paint and must be located within the drivers reach.
• All vehicles shall have an ignition switch which is easily
accessible within the driver’s compartment. The ignition switch should
be labeled ON/OFF with bright YELLOW decal or paint and be accessible from the outside by track crews.
• Two throttle return springs and a steel toe loop on gas pedal is
mandatory.
• FIRE EXTINGUISHERS: All crews must carry operable fire
extinguishers capable of putting out fuel and oil fires with gauge 5lb.
minimum-BC classification. On board flame-out system
recommended for car.
• It is mandatory that the Driver’s side Door Panel, Roof and Hood
be on the race vehicle at all times.
• Drivers windows must have screen netting - Mandatory and must
be up whenever on the track racing.
• All drive shafts & extra weight must be painted white with truck
number.
• No electric fuel pumps.
• No oil coolers in driver’s compartment. No vent holes.
• Must run a protection loop behind fuel cell to protect lower edge of cell.
• ANYTHING NOT SPECIFICALLY LISTED IN THIS RULE
BOOK WILL BE CONSIDERED ILLEGAL UNTIL APPROVED.
Anytime the word “STOCK” is used in this rule book to describe
cars, part, or components; it is defined to mean a part or component
which is available over the counter from General Motors, Chrysler
Corp., Ford Motor Company or AMC Authorized dealer. “STOCK
TYPE” is defined as a part that has been reproduced to meet OEM
specs in form, fit, appearance and function.
Section 4: Engines
• ENGINE: Any make and year V-8 engine may be run in any
approved body.
Motor Limits as Follows:
Chevy 350 CID - 4” Bore x 3.480 stroke up to .070 over bore
Chrysler 360 CID - 4” Bore x 3.578 stroke up to .030 over bore
Chrysler 340 CID - 4.040 Bore x 3.313 up to .060 over bore.
Ford 351 CID - 4.00 Bore x 3.5 stroke up to .060 over bore
• No Vortec, Bow Tie, SVO, or Aluminum heads.
• No porting or polishing of any kind.
• The ONLY aftermarket steel heads that will be allowed are as follows
Chevrolet: World Products P/N 042660
Ford: World Products P/N 053030
Dodge: Not Available
• Must use stock type engine components: rods, crank, etc. Six-inch steel rods are allowed. NO H Beam Rods.
(Aftermarket Crankshafts are allowed that maintain a MINIMUM of 51 lbs) Part numbers and spec sheets have been
prepared. Any lightweight components found will be cause for disqualification for the night and loss of 100 points. Period.
Zero Tolerance
• No intake valves larger than 2.02”. Valves must be stock angle and in stock location.
• Poly locks and stud girdles are allowed.
• Roller Rockers are legal, ROLLER CAMS AND LIFTERS ARE NOT , All rocker ratios must be equal..
• No titanium parts.
• No domed pistons.
• NO Marine Parts.
• 1” pipe plug MUST be installed in oil pan on driver’s side to be
centered between second and third pan bolts making crank and rods
viewable from exterior of pan while in car. If you have no pipe plug, be prepared to pull your oil pan.
• Hydraulic or Solid cams allowed ( A Max lift rule may be instituted)
• Double roller timing chain and gears allowed.
• No timing degree changer allowed.
• 4412 Holley Carburetor must be used.
• A 1” tall spacer or adapter with straight bores in it may be used, no
tapered bores or blending allowed. Total assembly with gaskets shall not exceed 1 ¼” in height.
• No carburetor modification allowed except removal of choke plate
and shaft.
• Jets may be changed if needed.
• Stock cast iron 2-barrel intake only - no machine work or porting or
polishing of any kind.
• Any coil allowed.
• Distributor: Double or single point or HEI type. No magnetos. NO
ADJUSTABLE ELECTRONICS.
Section 5: Transmission and Rear End
• Stock automatic transmissions Must shift all gears, 2 speeds, 3 speeds, and reverse. Must have working torque
converter. Minimum 10 ¾” outside
diameter. Torque Converter must have 1/8” pipe plug installed to be accessible for external inspection.
• Manual transmissions will be allowed, MUST have all gears in working order, Stock weight Flywheel and stock type
clutch only. Minimum Flywheel weight is 24 lbs.
• GM rear axle for the frame being used, or Ford 9 inch rears acceptable.
• Must be locked. No posi, ratchets, or limited slips allowed. No
aluminum carriers. No aluminum spools. No floater type rear ends.
Section 6: Chassis
• All new truck chassis for 2000 and beyond are to be 112” or 108” GM frames
• Full Frame Trucks must be a minimum of 3100 pounds with driver and no fuel added.
• All existing cars to be converted to the truck class not meeting year 2000 new truck frame specifications or any full
factory frames that have been repaired that do not meet factory specs. must be a minimum of 3300 pounds with driver and
no fuel added.
• A minimum of 108” to a maximum of 112” wheel base, no portion of rear of cage can be any further back than 87” from
the center of the top left-hand ball joint.
• Top of cage must be 56 ½” plus or minus 1” at ride height.
• No new tube frames allowed; and conversion chassis must have been in competition prior to 2005.
• All new truck chassis for 2002 and beyond will have square up centered roll cages.
• No offsets and must be mounted within 1” plus or minus on right and left- hand frame rails.
• 108” wheel base engine set back, #1 spark plug center with top left-hand ball joint.
• 112” wheel base engine set back to water pump BLOCK mating surface center with to left-hand ball joint.
• Conversion truck engine set back, #1 spark plug centered with top left front ball joint, regardless of wheel base.
• Conversion trucks must be behind a stock, in company line, front stub; rear suspension must match for OEM front stub
being used.
Example: Camaro stub must use leaf spring rear suspension.
If using a Camaro front clip, must run stock steel leaf springs with a minimum of three (3) functional leafs with the 2nd and
3rd leaf lengths totaling no less than the main leaf lengths. Size and configuration of leaf springs must be approved by Tech
Department.
• Spring mounts must be of OEM length.
• No mono balls, no sliders, no weight jacks.
• A fuel cell is mandatory. 22 gallon maximum.
The fuel cell must be protected front, bottom and both sides with minimum 18 gauge steel or .060” aluminum.
• Door bars must be a minimum of 44” measured between the front hoop and rear hoop with four (4) bars on driver’s
side with two (2)
stand offs per bar. The passenger side must have three (3) bars
minimum.
• All trucks must have minimum of 1 ¾” .095 steel complete roll cages and side bars.
• Bottom of roll cage must have full 1 ¾” “X”.
• Steering column must be in stock location.
• All front and rear bumpers may be mounted inside front and rear fascia to fit underneath the step molded in the fascia.
And will be made from no larger than 1.75” round tubing, Two rows connected by stand offs. No “cow catchers”
Section 7: Suspension
• Tour approved spring spacers or jacking bolts allowed. 5”
minimum diameter racing springs allowed.
• Non adjustable after market tubular upper “A” arms allowed.
• Must run stock type front spindles for the frame being used.
• Must run stock type lower front “A” arms.
• Steel non adjustable bushings are acceptable
• Shocks may be relocated in an approved location.
• Stock type ball joints. No adjustable mono balls.
• One shock per wheel.
• Shock price not to exceed current manufacturer’s list price of $65.00.
• Stock 4-link or fabricated 3-link suspension will be allowed in rear. Top link on 3 point suspension must run steel
Heim ends with steel or aluminum radius rods.
• Rear end must be centered in frame.
• May fabricate lower rear end trailing arms out of rectangular tubing with press-in rubber or neoprene bushings. Must
be OEM and EQUAL length. Steel non adjustable bushings allowed (no rod end type setups)
Section 8: Body and Drivers Compartment
These body rules are designed to keep the trucks looking like trucks, And to make them look professional. If body parts are
unavailable you will have two weeks to make temporary repairs
• Approved bodies will be either, Ford, Chevy, GM or Dodge produced by ARP or Five Star Bodies. Extended Cab bodies
only.
• Fiberglass hood , roof and pillar posts will be used
• Fenders may be fabricated, but appear as a stock fender.
• Plastic front and rear bumper covers allowed and must be on the truck at the beginning of an event
• Any allowable truck body may be used with any allowable frame.
• Doors and truck box sides may be made from aluminum. Complete body packages from ARP or Five Star may be
used also.
It is mandatory the wheel openings on aluminum quarter panels and fenders are rolled in to prevent any sharp edges. This
protects your team, your tires and the tires of your competitors.
• No hood scoops. No holes in the hood allowed.
• No extra panels may be added to the bodies.
• Complete body package must be run at the beginning of each night of racing.
• It is mandatory that the Driver’s side Door Panel, Roof and Hood be on the truck at all times. Body mounting spec
sheets are available by request. These measurements must be strictly adhered to.
• Rear spoiler maximum face height 6”. Must be mounted flat to rear fascia. No side boards.
• Fabricated aluminum, steel, or stock firewalls may be used.
• All floor pans and front firewalls on driver’s side must be made of minimum 18 gauge steel.
• 18 gauge floor will start at the firewall and extend backwards to the rear roll cage hoop.
• No passenger side cockpit enclosure shall be any higher than 15” vertical from driver’s side floor pan. Must run level
from this point to the right side roll cage then vertical and outward to body. This rule in designed to make extrication easier
in the event of a crash. If you are hurt you do not want to spend any more time in your truck than you have to.
• Side rub rails must be made of 1” x 3” rectangular tubing or no less than 1 ½” round. Ends must be radiused back into
body. No sharp edges.
• Side rub rails must be mounted tight to the body extending from front wheel well to rear wheel well with a centerline of
16”measured from the ground up.
• Rear side bumpers follow the same rules as the side rails but must be centered with double rear bumper extending
from rear fender well to no more than 2” from the rear portion of fascia.
• OPTIONAL: Side rub rails maybe be mounted on the inside of the body, but should be made from 1”x3” rectangular
tubing and should be the same length as outboard mounted ones.
Section 9: Exhaust
• Proper installation and maintenance is the responsibility of the truck owner/driver.
• Stock OEM cast iron exhaust manifolds or after market Block Hugger Headers. Crossover headers that are not
connected are allowed. For engines mounted in stock location or # 1 spark plug even with front upper ball joints, Street type
headers are allowed.
• Mufflers will produce a 95 decibel reading. A truck not meeting the 95 decibel reading will be black-flagged and
disqualified until the exhaust problem is corrected. If you lose your muffler during the race you will be black flagged. Any
driver not abiding by this rule may receive a fine, loss of points, and loss of point monies. Tracks decibel meter reading will
be final.
• This rule is made to protect the drivers, crews, and spectators from hearing loss and preserve the sport of racing now
and into the future.
Section 10: Wheels, Tires and Brakes
• All wheels must be heavy-duty steel or have a steel plate, 8-inch rim maximum.
• No bead locks or Inner Liners allowed.
• Tires cannot be raced with siphing, grooving, cutting, buffing, or softening.
• American Racers 84/8.0-15DT or 86/8.0-15DT MEDIUM compound is the tire of choice, although some teams still
have an abundance of comparable tires, they will be allowed also, The Medium Compound lasts longer and is a better all
around tire. Teams are just burning up the soft ones and this decision has been made to save everyone Money. Hoosiers
purchased at BRS will be allowed to run until they are used up.
• All tires and wheels must be inside body and any offsets less than 2” or greater than 4” must be approved prior to
racing.
• Drum or disk brakes allowed.
• OEM brake components only.
• Aftermarket Rebuildable master cylinders are allowed or stock type cast iron master cylinders.
• No shut off valves.
• Brakes checks WILL be conducted through the season.
Section 11: Points structure
Heats Feature
1st. 7 30
2nd 5 25
3rd 3 22
4th 2 20
5th 1 19
6th 18
7th 17
8th 15
9th 13
10th 12
11th 11
12th 10
13th 9
14th 8
15th 7
16th 6
17th 5
18th 4
19th 3
Heat Starting positions will be drawn race night
Top 4 from each heat will redraw
Points system will be revised when 20 trucks are on the roster.
Any truck not able to compete in the feature event due to mech.
issues, crash etc. will still receive last place “show up” points.
Full purses will be available as soon as the sponsorship deals are
complete. You will receive a minimum of $50.00 to take the green in
the Feature event.
The Tour reserves the right to amend this rulebook at anytime, And will not do so without input from the teams involved.
Thanks and lets have a great 2008 Season
Questions, feel free to contact me at 607-329-6805 or mwarren12@stny.rr.com
2007 ProTruckTour.com
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