WISSOTA Late Models, Modifieds, Super Stocks, Midwest Mods, Street Stocks, Mod Fours, Pure Stocks, Hornets Race Car Rules Rules and Procedures

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Rules And Procedures

WISSOTA Sanctioned:

Late Models • Modifieds • Super Stocks

Midwest Mods • Street Stocks • Mod Fours

Pure Stocks • Hornets

Periodic Rules Updates Available At:

www.wissota.org

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS & OTHER OFFICIALS....................................................................................1

DEFINITIONS............................................................................................................................................2

SECTION 1 - GENERAL RULES ............................................................................................................3

SECTION 2 - GENERAL POLICIES ......................................................................................................11

SECTION 3 - MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS ..........................................................................................16

SECTION 4 - POINT SYSTEM ..............................................................................................................20

SECTION 5 - ENGINE CLAIMING RULE ..............................................................................................22

SECTION 6 - ENGINE PROTEST RULE ..............................................................................................25

SECTION 7 - ENGINE PUMPING RULE ..............................................................................................26

2017 WISSOTA LATE MODEL RULES ................................................................................................28

2017 WISSOTA MODIFIED RULES ......................................................................................................39

2017 WISSOTA SUPER STOCK RULES ..............................................................................................50

2017 WISSOTA MIDWEST MODIFIED RULES ....................................................................................59

2017 WISSOTA STREET STOCK RULES ............................................................................................71

2017 WISSOTA MOD FOUR RULES ....................................................................................................80

2017 WISSOTA PURE STOCK RULES ................................................................................................88

2017 WISSOTA HORNET RULES ........................................................................................................93

GENERAL DISCLAIMER STATEMENT

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 agree to comply 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 the conduct of the sport and are in no way a guarantee against injury or death to a participant, spectator, or official. The race director shall be empowered to impose any further restrictions that in his/her opinion do not alter the minimum acceptable requirements. NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF SAFETY SHALL

RESULT THEREFROM. Any interpretation of, or deviation from, these rules is left to the discretion of the officials. THEIR DECISION IS FINAL.

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WISSOTA BOARD MEMBERS & STAFF

WISSOTA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR:

TERRY VOELTZ

2622 13th Ave. SE, Aberdeen, SD 57401

Phones: Home 605-225-6175 or Cell 605-216-7223

Fax: 605-225-6175 • E-mail: [email protected]

WISSOTA OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR:

CALLIE SULLIVAN

P.O. Box 297, Dassel, MN 55325

Phone: 320-275-9922 • Fax: 320-275-9923 • E-mail: [email protected]

WISSOTA TECHNICAL DIRECTOR:

BILL ENGELSTAD

2328 3rd Ave East #1, Hibbing, MN 55746

Phones: Home 218-262-5823 or Cell 218-208-7844

Fax: 218-262-5823 • E-mail: [email protected] or [email protected]

JOE JACKMOVICH, Western Regional Technical Inspector

Phones: Home 605-394-0137 or Cell 605-690-0032 • Email: [email protected]

WISSOTA BOARD OF DIRECTORS:

NATE FISCHER President (2019)

505 2nd Ave. NE, Milaca, MN 56356

Phone: 763-286-1485 • E-mail: [email protected]

CHRIS STEPAN Vice President (2018)

1818 27th Street SE – Suite #D – St. Cloud, MN 56304

Phone: Cell 715-497-8916 • E-mail: [email protected]

JOHN (GUS) OMUNDSON Secretary/Treasurer, Scheduling Director (2017)

2644 Morris Thomas Road, Duluth, MN 55811

Phones: Cell 218-348-3276 • Home 218-726-1237

Fax: 218-727-8790 • E-mail: [email protected] or [email protected]

ROB PALMER Director (2018)

302 Market St. #2, P.O. Box 54, Langford, SD 57454

Phone: Cell 605-228-2632 • E-mail: [email protected]

SCOTT HUGHES Director (2018)

P.O. Box 266, Altoona, WI 54720

Phone: Office 715-838-9126 • E-mail: [email protected]

COREY EGGEN Director (2017)

1415 Fawn Lane, Fergus Falls, MN 56537

Phone: Cell 218-770-0665 • E-mail: [email protected]

TIM CARLSON Director, (2019)

25957 River Road, Cohasset, MN 55721

Phone: Cell 218-259-1571 • E-mail: [email protected]

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DEFINITIONS

The following terms, as used in this rule book, shall have the following meanings:

"All The Dirt" The official newspaper of record for WISSOTA and one of the primary means of communication between WISSOTA and its participants regarding general information and amendment of rules through the issuance of technical bulletins.

Board The Board of Directors of WISSOTA, duly elected at its annual meeting, and whose names are specifically set forth immediately preceding these definitions in this rule book.

O.E.M. Means and refers to original equipment manufacturer.

Participant Each and every driver, car owner, sponsor, mechanic, crew member or any other pit personnel taking part in any way in any WISSOTA-sanctioned racing event. All such persons have voluntarily become involved in a WISSOTA-sanctioned racing event, with the full understanding that he/she must abide by all of the rules and regulations of WISSOTA.

By their participation in a WISSOTA-sanctioned racing event, all such persons acknowledge that they are fully aware of the risks involved in the sport of auto racing and that by participating in such a racing event they assume all such risks. This includes any licensed WISSO-

TA driver entering the pit area whether racing or not. Participant also includes each and every inventor, manufacturer, distributor, supplier of racing parts sold, marketed, distributed, and/or are designed for use by WISSOTA drivers, car owners, sponsors, mechanics, and crew members.

Promoter An individual, partnership, corporation, association or other legal entity that has entered into a sanctioning contract, whether regular, special or probational, with WISSOTA for the conduct of WISSOTA sanctioned racing events and remains solely responsible for the conduct and promotion of the racing event and the condition and safety of the promoter's facility at which the racing event is conducted. Note: A driver possessing a promoter’s pass cannot use that pass for any show in which he/she will be a competitor, but the pass may be used to allow admission of one guest.

Racing Event Any WISSOTA racing event.

Track Official An employee, independent contractor or agent of a promoter who assists in the conducting and promoting of the racing event, and interpreting and enforcing the rules, at a promoter's racing facility.

Track Rules The rules for a racing event at a particular racing facility, as published by the promoter, posted at the racing facility, or announced at any drivers' or pit meeting prior to any racing event.

WISSOTA The common name for the sanctioning body legally known as the WISSOTA

Promoters Association, Inc., a Minnesota non-profit corporation.

WISSOTA Auto Racing The registered trade name and service mark issued by the United

States Patent and Trademark Office for the WISSOTA Promoters Association, Inc.

WISSOTA is also seeking trade name and service mark protection for the word 'WISSOTA'.

WISSOTA Office The office of WISSOTA located at 72752 240th St., Dassel, MN 55325.

Phone 320-275-9922, fax 320-275-9923.

WISSOTA Rules The rules and procedures set forth in this rule book, as adopted by the

WISSOTA promoters at their annual meeting, and as amended in accordance with paragraph

1.4, and in effect for all WISSOTA-sanctioned racing events.

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WISSOTA-Sanctioned A promoter, or racing event, which has been specifically sanctioned by WISSOTA based upon a regular, special or probational sanctioning contract.

SECTION 1 - GENERAL RULES

1.1 GENERAL APPLICATION

The WISSOTA rules shall apply to each and every participant who participates in any

WISSOTA-sanctioned racing event. All participants subject to the WISSOTA rules are

expected to know the rules and any claimed ignorance of the rules will not be accepted

or tolerated. All racers, competitors, suppliers or sponsors and any other participants

having any question regarding the legality of any product must request the WISSOTA

Tech Committee to review the same and render an opinion as to legality. All new

products must be pre-approved by WISSOTA's Tech Committee. Any and all parts

including but not limited to clutches, transmissions, engines, rearends, frames, and any

and all other component parts of a racecar that have not been prior approved by the

Tech Committee will be considered illegal until such time that the Tech Committee has

reviewed the product and rendered its decision as to whether or not the products falls

within the WISSOTA racing rules. The decision of the WISSOTA Tech Committee is

final. The WISSOTA Tech Committee's decision will be premised upon the intent and

spirit of these rules. The WISSOTA Tech Committee will delineate what is authorized

and not authorized under the rules. WISSOTA reserves the right to adjust any and all

weight differences as they see appropriate. Only WISSOTA's Tech Committee has the

authority to review a product and render a decision as to whether the product falls with

in WISSOTA's racing rules. No individual member of the Tech Committee, or individual

promoter, tech inspector, nor any other person can render said decision. The decision

must be rendered solely by the WISSOTA's Tech Committee. The product seeking

approval must be shipped to the President of WISSOTA and the President will then

forward the product to the Tech Committee members for review. The product must be

shipped postage pre-paid to WISSOTA. The Tech Committee shall render a decision no

later than 60 days after the product has been received by WISSOTA's President.

WISSOTA does not waive its right to enforce the requirement of pre-approval of a

product by the Tech Committee even though the product has been utilized by race car

owners, drivers, mechanics or others prior to being submitted to the WISSOTA Tech

Committee.

1.2 EFFECTIVE DATE

The WISSOTA rules, and any amendment of rules, are effective upon the date of

publication by WISSOTA, regardless of when a person subject to the rules receives

actual notice of the rule.

1.3 EXHIBITS AND DRAWINGS

Exhibits and drawings are deemed rules illustrations and are enforceable rules.

1.4 AMENDMENT OF RULES

WISSOTA reserves the right to add to, delete, supersede or modify any rules,

exhibits or drawings that WISSOTA deems necessary for the betterment and/or

safety of racing. The WISSOTA rules may be amended at the annual meeting of

WISSOTA, and subsequent publication in the WISSOTA rule book. In addition, the

Board, pursuant to authority conferred by the promoters, may issue amendments

during the racing season in the form of technical bulletins, which shall be published in

"All The Dirt" and on the WISSOTA website, where they can be reviewed by

competitors, promoters and track tech officials. Participants shall be responsible for

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being aware of and complying with all such amendments issued.

1.5 APPLICABILITY

The WISSOTA rules are applicable to all WISSOTA-sanctioned events.

1.6 COMPETITOR OBLIGATION

Every driver must inspect the racing surface and the race track area to learn of any

defects, obstructions, or anything which, in the driver's opinion, is unsafe, and the

driver shall report that condition in writing to a WISSOTA or track official. Any driver

entering any racing event is considered to have inspected the track and determined

that all conditions are satisfactory. If the driver does not feel that conditions are satis-

factory, then the driver should not race. The driver further acknowledges that the

driver is aware that auto racing involves risks and that by competing in an event the

driver assumes these risks with full awareness and knowledge.

1.7 FINALITY OF DECISIONS AND INTERPRETATIONS

AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE

1.7.1 THE DECISIONS OF WISSOTA RACE OFFICIALS, OR TRACK

OFFICIALS, AT A WISSOTA SANCTIONED EVENT, INCLUDING THE

INTERPRETATION AND APPLICATION OF RULES AND THE

SCORING OF POSITIONS, SHALL BE FINAL, BINDING AND

NON-APPEALABLE, EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN PARAGRAPH 1.8

BELOW.

1.7.2 ALL PARTICIPANTS, AS A CONDITION OF PARTICIPATING IN A

WISSOTA-SANCTIONED RACING EVENT, AGREE THAT ALL

DECISIONS OF WISSOTA RACE OFFICIALS, OR TRACK

OFFICIALS, REGARDING THE INTERPRETATION AND

APPLICATION OF THE WISSOTA RULES, AND THE SCORING OF

POSITIONS, SHALL BE NON-LITIGABLE. ALL PARTICIPANTS

FURTHER COVENANT AND AGREE THAT THEY WILL NOT INITIATE

ANY TYPE OF LEGAL ACTION AGAINST WISSOTA, OR A WISSOTA

PROMOTER, TO CHALLENGE SUCH DECISIONS, TO SEEK

MONETARY DAMAGES, TO SEEK INJUNCTIVE RELIEF OR TO

SEEK ANY OTHER KIND OF LEGAL REMEDY. IF A PARTICIPANT

PURSUES ANY SUCH LEGAL ACTION WHICH VIOLATES THIS

PROVISION, THEN THE PARTICIPANT EXPRESSLY AGREES TO

REIMBURSE WISSOTA, OR THE WISSOTA PROMOTER, FOR ALL

OF ITS ATTORNEY'S FEES AND COSTS IN DEFENDING AGAINST

SUCH LEGAL ACTION.

1.8 APPEAL RIGHTS AND PROCEDURES

If a track has reported an offense or infraction to WISSOTA, in accordance with Rule

1.13, then a participant who has been suspended, or fined $500.00 or more by

WISSOTA, may seek an appeal hearing regarding the fine or suspension as follows:

1.8.1 Appeal Hearing

1.8.1.1 Procedure A participant desiring an appeal hearing of action

taken by WISSOTA must submit a written request for appeal

hearing, accompanied by any relevant documentation, within

the time, and in the manner, specified in paragraph 1.8.1.3 below.

1.8.1.2 Appeal Hearing Fee The request for an appeal hearing must

be accompanied by a fee of $350.00 in cash, cashier's check

or certified funds, which shall be non-refundable unless the

hearing panel decides in the appealing participant's favor.

1.8.1.3 Hearing Within fifteen (15) days of the receipt of the request

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for appeal hearing, the Board shall appoint an appeal panel

and shall notify the participant of the date, time and place of

the appeal hearing, which shall be held at the next scheduled board

meeting. The panel will decide on the appropriate procedure for con-

ducting the hearing and shall not be bound by formal rules of

evidence or procedure but shall pursue the best procedure for

obtaining the relevant facts to reach a decision. The appealing

participant shall appear in person at the hearing (but not through a

representative or an attorney) and may be accompanied by not

more than three witnesses. WISSOTA's head tech inspector, or

other designated WISSOTA person, shall appear in person at the

hearing (but not through any representative or an attorney) and may

be accompanied by not more than three witnesses. No other

persons shall be present during the hearing. The President of

WISSOTA or his designate shall conduct the hearing. No record of

the hearing shall be made by either the participant or WISSOTA by

tape recording, court reporter or any other method.

1.8.1.4 Hearing Panel Decision After the hearing, a decision will be made

by the hearing panel and will be mailed to the participant by certified

mail, return receipt requested. The decision of the appeals panel shall

not be further appealable within WISSOTA or to any court, it being

the agreement and understanding that this appeal hearing is the sole

and final remedy for appeal of fines or suspensions.

1.8.2 Time for Filing, and Contents of, Request for Appeal Hearing

A request for an appeal hearing must be made in writing by the participant and

sent to the Board, at the WISSOTA office, with a postmark no later than five (5)

days after the date of receipt of written notice by the participant informing

him/her of the imposition of the fine or suspension. The written request must

specifically state what parts of the WISSOTA action are to be reviewed, or are

being appealed, and must set forth with particularity the grounds or reasons

why the participant believes the WISSOTA action should be changed or over-

turned.

1.8.2.1 Composition of Appeal Hearing Panels

The appeal hearing panel shall consist of three (3) members,

designated by the Board, none of whom were involved in the original

determination resulting in the fine or suspension.

1.8.4 Continuation of Fines and Suspensions Fines and suspensions imposed

shall remain in effect during the time period that any request for an appeal

hearing is pending. If driver pays fine after suspension has been served, the

driver waives his right for any further appeal hearing. Driver also understands

that the suspension and hearing shall not be further appealable within WISSOTA

or to any court of law, it being the agreement and understanding that by paying

fine and serving suspension that this is the final remedy.

1.8.5

Arbitration Procedure Other than expelling, suspending or terminating a promoter's

association/membership with WISSOTA pursuant to M.S.A. § 317A.411, should

any participant or promoter seek a further appeal of WISSOTA's decisions

regarding the participant and/or promoter's actions or inactions despite the

provisions as contained in paragraph 1.7.1, 1.7.2, and 1.8.1.4, all such

controversies, claims, must be resolved by binding arbitration under the Federal

Arbitration Act or if not applicable, pursuant to the American Arbitration

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Association, Commercial Arbitration Rules. The arbitrator shall follow controlling

law under either the Federal Arbitration Act or the American Arbitration

Association, Commercial Arbitration Rules. The alleged aggrieved party can only

pursue provisional remedies in a state or federal court of the State of Minnesota

pending the outcome of an arbitration hearing. The pursuit of provisional remedies

in state or federal court of Minnesota is limited solely to seeking temporary

injunctive relief or a restraining order and no other judicial relief is permitted.

Seeking judicial relief shall not constitute a waiver of the requirement to arbitrate.

The judgment upon the arbitrator's award may be entered in Hennepin County,

Minnesota, and transferred to any applicable jurisdiction for enforcement.

Arbitration is mandatory, binding and non-waivable except upon mutual consent of

both WISSOTA and the party seeking arbitration.

The parties will have the arbitration administered either by the American Arbitration

Association or the parties can agree to have a mutually agreeable attorney or

judge arbitrate the proceeding. Only one arbitrator shall preside over the

proceedings. The arbitrator shall be mutually selected by the parties. All arbitration

proceedings shall be conducted in Minneapolis, Minnesota, or another location

mutually agreeable between the parties. Under no circumstances will WISSOTA

nor any other participant in the arbitration proceedings be liable for payment of any

punitive damages, attorney's fees, costs or disbursements including witness fees,

mileage, deposition costs, or other charges in connection with said arbitration

claim. Any party seeking arbitration must do so within 6 months of any adverse

decision rendered by WISSOTA or the claim/controversy is forever barred.

1.9 VIOLATION OF SPIRIT AND INTENT OF RULES &

UNSPORTSMANLIKE CONDUCT

Any participant who defies or violates the intent or spirit of the WISSOTA rules shall be

considered to have engaged in unsportsmanlike conduct and shall be dealt with

by WISSOTA or track officials depending upon the nature of the infraction.

Unsportsmanlike conduct/fighting will result in a 30 day suspension, a $1,000.00 fine,

loss of all points (both national and track), and one year probation. Second violation

while still on probation shall result in another fine (if applicable) of up to $1.000.00 and

an additional one year suspension. Any unsportsmake conduct is a non-appealable

offense.

1.10 RESERVED PARTICIPATION RIGHT

WISSOTA or the track promoter reserves the right to refuse to accept the entry of

any car or participant. Furthermore, WISSOTA, or the track promoter, reserves the

right to revoke or cancel any entry, or any participant's claimed right to be on the

track premises, if it is felt or determined that a participant's presence or conduct is

not in the best interest of the sport of auto racing, the other competitors, the

spectators, track management and/or employees or WISSOTA.

1.11 CONDUCT

1.11.1 Driver Responsibility The driver is responsible for the actions of his pit crew

in all respects. The driver shall be the sole spokesperson for his/her car owner

and pit crew in any and all matters, and must talk with the chief WISSOTA or

track official in charge regarding their conduct or behavior.

1.11.2 Assault/Abuse of Officials/Participants and minor unsportsmanlike

actions No participant shall engage in improper behavior on or off the track, in

or out of the race car, nor shall he or she subject any WISSOTA official, track

official, track employee, sponsor, or participant to any abusive or improper

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language at any time. Any driver who gets out of his/her race car, or any

participant who verbally assaults or threaten any WISSOTA official, track official,

track employee, sponsor or another participant may be suspended for up to two

weeks from the date of infraction, may be fined up to $500.00, may lose all

WISSOTA points (both national and track points), and may be placed on

probation (or a combination of penalties). Loss of points are at the discretion of

the track officials and based on the severity of the violation. Any violation of this

rule is a non-appealable offense.

1.11.3 Alcoholic Beverages Consumption of beer or alcoholic beverages in the pit

area, or being under the influence of beer or alcoholic beverages in the pit

area, is prohibited until the entire program for all divisions is completed. If a

participant is caught consuming alcoholic beverages in the pit area, or is

deemed to be under the influence of alcoholic beverages in the pit area,

before the entire program for all divisions is completed, he/she shall be

immediately ejected from the race track premises and shall be subject to a

mandatory fine of $500.00 and a 90-day suspension.

1.12 WISSOTA DRUG POLICY

1.12.1 Illegal Drugs Definition Illegal drugs are those substances or drug

substances defined and prohibited by state and/or federal laws.

1.12.2 General Prohibition Possession or use of illegal drugs or drug substances,

as defined above, is prohibited in any form, by any participant at a WISSOTA

sanctioned track, either on the race track grounds or in any area considered to

be used in the operation of the race track, such as parking lots or leased

properties.

1.12.3 Participant A participant is as defined in the definitions in this rule book. All

such participants are considered to be responsible for their personal conduct.

1.12.4 Specific Prohibition, Violations and Penalties Any person who is:

1.12.4.1 found to be in possession of, or under the influence of, any illegal

drug or drug substance on the race track property; or

1.12.4.2 arrested by duly constituted authorities and charged with possession

and/or use of illegal drugs or drug substances, regardless of

whether the offense occurred on or off the race track property; or

1.12.4.3 formally charged by a court of law with any illegal drug violation,

regardless of whether the offense occurred on or off the race track

property,

1.12.4.4 SHALL BE SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING PENALTIES

BY WISSOTA:

1.12.4.5 Suspension from competition and eviction from all WISSOTA

sanctioned tracks, and denial of further entry to WISSOTA

sanctioned events for a period to be determined by WISSOTA

officials.

1.12.4.6 Any participant who is formally charged by a court of law with an

illegal drug violation, regardless of the level of the offense, upon

WISSOTA being so advised, shall be suspended from all forms of

participation at WISSOTA-sanctioned events until such time as the

charges are fully adjudicated through the legal process.

1.12.4.7 Any participant convicted of an illegal drug violation, regardless of

the level of the offense, by a court of law shall be prohibited from

taking part in any WISSOTA sanctioned event for a minimum period

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of one (1) year from the date of conviction.

1.12.4.8 In addition, during any suspension imposed above, all point fund

money, both track and national, including all contingency awards,

shall be held by the track or WISSOTA pending adjudication of the

charges and shall be forfeited if the participant is convicted of the

charges.

1.12.5 Appeal and Hearing Any participant suspended for violation of these drug

policy rules will be granted a formal appeal hearing by a panel designated by

the Board, provided the suspended participant requests such a hearing, to the

Board in writing, within fourteen (14) calendar days of the date of suspension.

It is the responsibility of the suspended participant to make such a request for

a hearing.

1.12.6 Reinstatements A participant suspended for violation of these drug policy

rules, EXCEPT IN THE CASE OF PERSONS CHARGED WITH SELLING

DRUGS, may as the result of a decision reached through the appeal and

hearing process be reinstated, if:

1.12.6.1 In the case of drug use, it is mutually agreed that the participant, at

his or her own expense, will produce documentation from a physician licensed

within the state, certifying that he or she is drug-independent, as a result of

random and periodic examinations and urinalysis testing, made at the request

of WISSOTA.

1.12.6.2 In the case of drug possession, that the participant produces evi-

dence, satisfactory to the hearing panel, that he or she was not in

possession of illegal drugs.

1.12.7. Prescribed Drugs If a participant is using prescription drugs on the advice of

a physician, such use must be reported to the chief pit steward or racing

director prior to the participant's entry into any race track activities. Failure to

so notify will subject the participant to penalties as prescribed above.

1.13 REQUIREMENTS REGARDING WISSOTA FINES AND SUSPENSIONS

Except for conduct offenses under Rule 1.11, which race tracks may report to

WISSOTA at their discretion, if there is a rules violation, offense or infraction at a

race track, then the track must put the facts of the rules violation, offense or

infraction in writing and send them to the WISSOTA office within seven (7) working

days of the rules violation, offense or infraction and impose any necessary suspensions

or fines.

1.14 PROBATION AND SUSPENSIONS

1.14.1 Probation All fines and suspensions will automatically carry a one-year-from-

date-of-infraction probationary period. A second violation, within the

probationary period, shall result in a fine (if applicable) and one-year

suspension from the date of the second violation.

1.14.2 Fines and Suspensions A participant fined and suspended in one class is

suspended from participating in all other classes until the expiration of the

suspension and the payment of the fine. However, participants shall only lose

national and track points in the class for which the fine and suspension was

imposed.

1.15 DURATION OF PENALTIES

All penalties will apply throughout the entire WISSOTA racing season and will apply

to all WISSOTA sanctioned events. Any suspensions of ninety (90) days or less,

which have not been fully served as of the end of the national point racing season as

specified in paragraph 2.8, will commence with the beginning of the point season in

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the following year as specified in paragraph 2.8 and continue until fully served.

1.16 ILLEGAL PARTS

1.16.1 Illegal Parts Illegal parts shall be any parts or components of a race car, or

any alterations or modifications to any such parts or components, that do not

meet the particular WISSOTA rules and specifications of the class in which the

race car is competing.

1.16.2 Illegal Being illegal consists of any aspect of the race car which violates, or

results in a violation, of any WISSOTA rules or specifications.

1.16.3 Disallowed If Not Allowed If the rules do not specifically allow a part or

component, or do not allow specific alterations or modifications to a part or

component, then that part or component is disallowed.

1.16.4 Removal of Identifying Marks Any grinding, defacing or otherwise removing or

obliterating of casting marks, casting numbers or any other identifying marks

or numbers on a motor or chassis part will automatically render that part

illegal, except that this particular subparagraph shall not apply to Late Model

engine blocks.

1.16.5 Penalty Except for a specific penalty as otherwise provided, the penalty for

illegal parts, or being illegal, as defined above, whether discovered through a

post-race inspection, through tear down, as a result of a protest or in

connection with a claim, shall be a $1,000.00 fine ($500.00 fine for Street

Stocks, Midwest Modifieds, Mod Fours, Pure Stocks and Hornets), a

suspension of thirty (30) days, loss of all points, including all national points and

all track points earned at all tracks, and forfeiture of all money and awards

earned for that event.

1.16.5.1 Illegal tires, all classes, first time offenders: If a driver is found with

improper (illegal) tires on the front or back of the car, that driver will be

disqualified for that race and will lose all track and national points and

prize money for that race. If this infraction occurs during a qualifying race,

the driver will be disqualified from that race with the loss of track and

national points for that race, but will be allowed to start at the rear of the

B or A feature if the infraction is corrected. Should there be a full field

already in the feature, the disqualification will stand for the entire race

program. The driver will also be placed on a one year probation period

beginning from the date of the infraction.

1.16.5.2 Illegal tires, all classes, second time offenders: Loss of all track

and national points year to date. $500 fine to be paid before driver is

allowed to return to racing plus a 30 day suspension of the driver in all

divisions.

1.16.5.3 No softening or conditioning of tires is allowed in any class. Any tire

can be confiscated by a WISSOTA or track tech official on any race night

at any track to be evaluated and returned within a reasonable period of

time. Fines and punishment for illegally softening or conditioning tires will

include a minimum $1,000 fine and 12 month suspension.

1.16.5.4 Tire protest: A driver may protest the tires of another competitor in

his/her class. The fee shall be $100, remitted to the promoter. The

promoter will send a sample of the protested tire(s) to an independent

lab for analysis.

1.16.6 Penalties For Other Infractions

1.16.6.1 Non-Fineable infractions include a car that is found after a race with a

short wheel base, is light at the scale, has body parts that do not meet the

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rules, has any suspension part that does not meet the rules, has wheels

that do not meet the rules, or does not have the proper engine setback. This

type of infraction will result in a disqualification with loss of points and winnings

for that race only. If the infraction is fixed, the car may run in the next race.

1.16.6.2 Fineable infractions include a car that’s found after any race with a

transmission or transmission parts that do not meets the rules, any differential

part that does not meet the rules, or any engine parts that do not meet the

specifications for that class. Specific examples include these and other

components: carburetors, carburetor spacers, cylinder heads, engine blocks,

intake and exhaust manifolds, push rods, crankshafts, camshafts, lifters, rocker

arms, guide plates, distributors or any other engine parts that do not meet the

specifications listed for that division. The fine applied will be as described earlier

in section 1.16.5.

Minor Fineable Infractions including violations of booster height, carb

spacer, gaskets, epoxy on carb, fuel will carry a penalty that includes a $100

fine, loss of all track and national points, plus confiscation of illegal part(s).

Driver may race again when fine is paid but will be placed on probation, and if

caught with same infraction again during same calendar year, this will become a

fineable infraction as described in 1.16.6.2 above.

1.17 RESERVED TEAR DOWN RIGHT

1.17.1 Tear Down After the feature race, WISSOTA, or the track official, reserves the

right to tear down the engine of any race car in any class. This reserved tear

down right is separate and distinct from any inspection to which any race car

in any class is subject under Rule 2.11.

1.17.2 Procedure A tear down shall consist of the disassembly of the upper end, or

lower end, or both, of the engine. An upper-end tear down includes, but is not

limited to, the removal of the carburetor, spacer plates or adapters, valve

covers, intake manifold, exhaust manifold, headers, valve train components

and heads. A lower-end tear down includes, but is not limited to, removal of oil

pan, crankshaft, rods and pistons.

1.17.3 Fee for Tear Down WISSOTA, or the track official, shall advise the driver that

a tear down is requested and shall post a tear down fee (cash only) that is

equal to the protest fees set forth in Paragraph 6.5. If, after tear down, the

engine is found to be legal, then the posted tear down fee will be paid to the

driver. If, after tear down, the engine is found to be illegal, the posted tear

down fee will be retained by WISSOTA, or the track official.

1.17.4 Illegal Parts If any engine parts are found to be illegal, the provisions of Rule

1.16 regarding illegal parts, and of Rule 1.18 regarding confiscation of illegal

parts, shall apply.

1.18 CONFISCATION OF ILLEGAL PARTS

1.18.1 All illegal parts or components discovered through inspection, through tear

down or as a result of a protest or claim, shall be confiscated by track officials

and forfeited by the participant to WISSOTA.

1.18.2 All such forfeited parts, after being tagged with numbered tamper-proof tags,

shall be delivered by track officials to WISSOTA and shall become the

property of WISSOTA to be disposed of in its discretion, after any fines for the

infraction are paid. All appropriate documentation must be submitted by the

promoter/track official to the WISSOTA office within forty eight (48) hours of

the decision rendering the part(s) illegal.

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a separate penalty, in addition to any other penalties for illegal parts under

these rules, of two (2) times the estimated retail value of the illegal parts (as

determined by WISSOTA).

1.19 INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS

All WISSOTA participants are independent contractors and are not the agents or

employees of WISSOTA or any WISSOTA sanctioned race track. WISSOTA

participants, as independent contractors, are solely responsible for preparing their

race cars to perform in WISSOTA sanctioned racing events in accordance with the

WISSOTA rules and procedures. As independent contractors, WISSOTA participants

are solely responsible for compensating their employees, agents or pit crew

members. WISSOTA participants, as independent contractors, also assume full

responsibility for reporting or filing any reports or tax returns with the appropriate

authorities on any and all earnings or funds received as a result of their participation

in WISSOTA sanctioned racing events, including, but not limited to, Federal Social

Security taxes, Federal income taxes, state income taxes, Federal and state with-

holding taxes, unemployment taxes and workers compensation insurance.

1.20 COMPETITOR AGREEMENT REGARDING RULES

A participant, by competing in a WISSOTA-sanctioned event, specifically agrees and

acknowledges the following:

1.20.1 That he or she is familiar with and understands all of the WISSOTA rules and

procedures as set forth in this rule book.

1.20.2 That by applying for a WISSOTA competitor’s license, or by participating in a

WISSOTA sanctioned racing event, he or she specifically agrees to abide by

all of the WISSOTA rules and procedures.

1.20.3 That by entering a WISSOTA-sanctioned racing event, a competitor certifies

that his or her race car meets all of the requirements of the WISSOTA rules

for participating in a WISSOTA sanctioned racing event.

1.20.4 That, if as a result of an inspection, tear down, protest, or claim, a

competitor's race car is determined to be illegal, it is the sole responsibility of

the competitor, who bears the burden of proof, to prove that his or her race

car is in compliance with the applicable WISSOTA rules and requirements.

SECTION 2 - GENERAL POLICIES

2.1 PREVAILING POLICY

2.1.1 Any disagreements over technical questions or operations will be resolved by

WISSOTA or track officials. When their decision is rendered, such decision is

final and binding, except as provided in Paragraph 1.8.

2.1.2 WISSOTA or track officials will establish the length, frequency and

administration of all events and programs, and when their decision is

rendered, that decision is final and binding and non-appealable.

2.2 LICENSING AND REGISTRATION

2.2.1 To race in a WISSOTA sanctioned class driver must be at least 16 years of age.

WISSOTA may issue any driver under 16 a (restricted) license. However any

driver under 16 years of age with a (restricted) license must receive

permission at each individual race track prior to racing at that facility. All drivers,

regardless of age, must have signed an application for a WISSOTA competitor’s

license, must have not been convicted of any illegal drug violation during the one

year period prior to the date of application, must have paid the required fee and

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be in good standing. The license application for all drivers under the age of 18

must also include the signature of parent or legal guardian regardless of division.

For any driver under the age of 17, a certified birth certificate must also be

provided with the license application. All restricted licenses must be purchased

through the WISSOTA office; they will not be available at any track. Restricted

license drivers must contact race tracks at least 24 hours in advance to get

approval to participate in any event.

2.2.2 WISSOTA reserves the right to deny a competitors license to any driver.

2.2.3 Any driver who permits someone else to use his/her competitor's license will

be subject to a mandatory fine of $500.00 and/or disqualification.

2.2.4 A current WISSOTA competitor's license and a driver's license or picture I.D.

must be presented at the time of sign-in and registration.

2.2.5 A driver must have a WISSOTA license to receive any national or track points,

and all points only go with the driver.

2.2.6 Only a fully-licensed WISSOTA driver may protest.

2.2.7 Temporary licenses may be issued; however, a temporary license may be

protested but may not protest, may be claimed but may not claim and no

points will be issued for a temporary license.

2.2.8 No driver or other participants may enter the race track or pit area until he/she

has personally signed all releases, registrations and entry forms. No person

will be permitted to sign the release sheet for any person other than

himself/herself. Any participant who fails to sign all release and registration

forms will be disqualified and any prize money will be forfeited.

2.2.9 WISSOTA 100s Eligibility - To participate in any WISSOTA 100 event, a driver

must have a full WISSOTA competitor’s license (not a temporary license).

2.2.10 2017 WISSOTA Competitor License Fees:

WISSOTA Late Model - $130.00 • WISSOTA Modified - $110.00

WISSOTA Super Stock - $100.00

WISSOTA Midwest Modified, Street Stock or Mod Four - $90.00

WISSOTA Pure Stock or Hornet - $50.00 (you may not obtain a Hornet license

if you have ever been licensed for any other WISSOTA class or if you have

ever raced in any other class.)

Each license will include an excess medical insurance policy for the driver as

well as a subscription to All The Dirt.

Temporary Licenses - $55.00 for Late Model, Modified, Super Stock, Midwest

Mod, Street Stock or Mod Four, $25 for Pure Stock or Hornet (valid for one

event only, cannot be credtied toward full license upgrades)

Any license purchased at the track will be $5.00 additional, and the $5.00 fee

will be retained by the track.

2.3 PIT AGE REQUIREMENT

All persons under the age of eighteen (18) must have a signed minor release form

on file at each race track which they desire to enter. Forms available at each track.

2.4 RACE PROCEDURES

2.4.1 Every person driving a race car on the track must wear the required helmet

and cinched harness and lap belt whenever in the race car, including

track packing, warm-ups, hot laps and races.

2.4.2 No person, except the driver and WISSOTA and/or track officials, is allowed

on the race track at any time after the race starts.

2.4.3 All drivers are responsible for registering their cars and having a number

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drawn for their starting position in the heat race. A car may be registered and

compete in only one class per night (event).

2.4.4 If a car is unable to start the race, all cars behind that car’s position will

advance one position (either directly, or by criss-crossing their cars, at the

track’s option).

2.4.5 When a race is stopped after the completion of at least one (1) lap, cars shall

be lined up in the order in which they were running at the completion of the

last full lap before being stopped. The car or cars causing the race to be

stopped, if any, shall start at the rear. If a car causes a race stoppage twice in

the same race, that race car will be sent to the pits, but will be scored and

receive points for its finishing position as if it had dropped out of the race at

that time.

2.4.6 A race may be stopped at the discretion of the starter or officials at any time

they consider it dangerous or unsafe to continue. If a car loses front bumper or

back bumper or fuel cell guard, the car must go to the pits for the remainder of

said race.

2.4.7 Any car being lapped consistently by the field may be black-flagged at the

flagman's discretion.

2.4.8 Track promoters may run multiple heats in any class, but there must be a

minimum of five (5) cars in each heat. If a heat race is run with less than five

cars when more than five cars are in attendance, no points will be issued for

that race and the promoter/track will be subject to a fine of $250.00. Nine (9) or

fewer cars entered in any class shall be limited to one heat race. Driver can only

start the heat race that he/she was scheduled to start.

2.4.9 Raceceivers and transponders allowed, but only for track officials to

communicate with drivers and score cars. No radio communication is allowed

between competitors, crew members, fans or other participants.

2.4.10 Restart Line-Up. All tracks will use double file restarts, Delaware style with the

leader in front, alone in row one. Second place driver will get choice of inside or

outside starting location. Fourth place will always be inside row three. Promoter

may use discretion and revert to single file restarts if track conditions exist that

warrant a single file restart in the spirit of good and fair competition; promoter is

not required to revert to single file restarts at any time. Any abuse of

discretionary actions by the track officials in deviating from the double file

restarts may result in a fine, probation, suspension or any combination thereof.

The intent of this rule is to provide consistent and unified procedures for the

competitors.

2.5 DRIVER OR ENGINE CHANGES

2.5.1 No driver or car changes are allowed after the heat races.

2.5.2 The driver may qualify only one car in a class. In the event of a wreck in

practice, the driver will be allowed to qualify another car provided that that car

has not yet been qualified.

2.5.3 If a driver changes engines between the qualifying event and the next event,

he or she will have to start in the last position in the main event. This rule will

be exempt on multiple-day events.

2.6 POINT AVERAGE SYSTEM

2.6.1 For regular weekly events, all tracks must use the point average system:

A. A point-average system, involving a draw for the heat races and the use of a three-week point average (based upon the last three events that a

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B. Specials may have the feature races lined up by any manner (examples: redraw, straight-up, dash, passing points etc.).

C. Opening regular night: draw for heats, redraw for feature. See 2.6.3 below for number of cars to be placed in redraw.

D. After opening night, when a driver that is in attendance for the first time for a regular night race and he/she makes the invert/“qualifies,” he or she will be allowed to use a redraw for the feature race for a position of five on back in the invert. If there is only one heat, new drivers will draw for existing invert positions remaining. The first four positions will not be allowed in the redraw.

This is a first-time option used only by a first time visitor after opening night of said track.

E. If a driver is disqualified for misconduct during any race event, that driver will lose all points for all races at that event. In this instance, the resulting zero point night will not be used in the calculation of the driver’s three week point average; the average for the three events previous to the misconduct penalty will be used to calculate the driver’s point average for the next event at that track.

F. If a driver is returning from a track suspension or complete WISSOTA suspension, that driver shall be treated as a new driver for line-up purposes and will be lined up according to rule D above at the first regular event back at that track. The results of that single regular event will then determine the point average for that driver (example: if a driver accumulates 50 points at that single event, that driver’s average is 50 points; 50 points divided by one event). If that driver returns to the track again, the point average will be determined by averaging the first night back from suspension and the second night back after the suspension (example: if a driver accumulates 50 points at first event, then 54 at second event, the point average is 52; 50+54 divided by two). The results of the driver’s third event back after the suspension will enable the driver to have a three-night point average.

2.6.2 Under the point-average system, the same number of cars as specified in

paragraph 2.6.3 must be inverted for the feature race.

2.6.3 The inversion for all classes of cars is as follows: one (1) heat race, invert five

(5); two (2) heat races, invert four (4); three (3) heat races, invert three (3);

four (4) heat races, invert two (2); five (5) heat races, invert one (1).

2.6.3.1 Opening Night Redraw Mandatory: The redraw for all classes of cars

is as follows: one (1) heat race, redraw five (5); two (2) heat races,

redraw four (4); three (3) heat races, redraw three (3); four (4) heat

races, redraw two (2); five (5) heat races, redraw one (1) per heat.

2.6.4 The driver must finish the heat race in order to be eligible for the invert. All cars

that start but do not finish a heat race must be placed in the feature line-up

behind all heat finishers. Drivers who did not start the heat race can be placed

behind those who started but did not finish a heat, and any drivers disqualified

from a heat race may be placed behind any heat race DNF cars.

2.6.5 In the event a driver does not participate in a B feature or feature event, that

night will not count toward the driver’s three-week point average. If this should

occur at a track’s opener or on the driver’s first visit to the track, that driver shall

be treated as a “new” driver the next time he races at that track and will be

subject to the first time driver redraw policy (2.6.1D)

2.6.6 Special Events Special events shall be defined as any event not held on a

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track’s regular night, or an event held on two days including the track’s regular

night. Any event held after the first Tuesday after Labor Day shall also be

considered a special event.

2.7 GOOD STANDING

You must be in good standing with the WISSOTA Promoters Association in order to

receive any point fund money and/or other awards. All fines must be paid, all

suspensions must be fully served and all outstanding debts to WISSOTA must be

fully paid in order to be considered to be in good standing with WISSOTA. WISSOTA

reserves the right to offset the amount of any outstanding fine or other monies due to

WISSOTA from a participant against any point fund money or other award to which

the participant may be entitled. This includes any participants who have fines,

suspensions or debts pending with WISSOTA.

2.8 RACING SEASON

The WISSOTA point season will begin the week of April 1st, and will end for the

local/track point standings on the first Tuesday after Labor Day. The WISSOTA

National point season will end after the sixth Sunday past Labor Day.

2.9 RACE CAR NUMBERS/LETTERS

Drivers are responsible for notifying WISSOTA of their current car number or number

changes. Numbers/letters must be at least eighteen (18) inches high, must be in a

contrasting color to the background color, and must be neatly displayed on both sides

of the car and on the roof facing the grandstand. Reflective, mirror-like, or prismatic

numbers, and hard-to-see car colors such as black, navy, maroon and brown, are

strongly discouraged, and any competitor using such numbers risks not being scored

properly at individual tracks. Driver assumes all risk for readability of his or her

numbers. A six-inch-by-six-inch number of contrasting color must be on the front of car

as well as the back of car.

2.10 POST-RACE SCALING

In all classes, the top three (3) race cars in each qualifying race and the top five (5)

race cars in their feature race must scale. Any driver required to scale, immediately

following the qualifying and/or feature events, who:

A. Does not go directly to the scales, or

B. Avoids going to the scales, or

C. Does not remain at the scales until scaled, or

D. Does not meet the minimum weight for the class, according to the scale at the race track for the event,

THEN: If in the heat race, shall be disqualified from the heat race and shall

forfeit all points as well as all prize money for the heat race, but shall be allowed

to start at the back of the last chance, consolation or feature race. If in the

feature race, shall be disqualified and shall forfeit all points as well as all prize

money for the feature, but may still be subject to the claim rule, if applicable.

2.11 INSPECTIONS

2.11.1 Timing and Scope of Inspection All race cars competing in WISSOTA

sanctioned racing events are subject to inspection by WISSOTA, or track

officials, at any time, and to any extent or degree, as determined by

WISSOTA, or track officials, in their sole discretion. The decisions by

WISSOTA, or track officials, regarding the specific race cars to be inspected,

and the timing, scope or extent of any inspection, are final, binding and

non-appealable, except as provided in Paragraph 1.8.

2.11.2 Types of Inspection

2.11.2.1 Minimum Specifications Inspection An inspection, usually

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conducted at the beginning of a racing season or a racing event, to

determine whether a race car complies with the minimum applicable

chassis and body specifications and all safety requirements. Any

deficiencies or rule violations discovered must be corrected before

the race car will be allowed to compete in the racing event.

2.11.2.2 Pre-Race Inspection An inspection, conducted in advance of a

racing event, including a minimum specifications inspection, to

determine whether a race car complies with applicable chassis and

body specifications, safety requirements and any other rules or

specifications, in the discretion of the track officials. Any deficiencies

or rule violations discovered must be corrected before the race car

will be allowed to compete in the racing event.

2.11.2.3 Post Race Inspection An inspection, conducted after a racing

event, to determine whether a race car complies with all of the

applicable rules and specifications, for that class of race car, with

the scope and extent of the particular items to be inspected to be

determined by WISSOTA, or the track officials, in their sole discretion.

2.11.3 Effect of Prior Inspection The fact that a race car has passed a minimum

specifications inspection, a pre-race inspection or any inspection at another

race track or event, is no guarantee or assurance that the race car will pass a

post-race inspection.

2.11.4 Cooperation of Driver In connection with any type of inspection, the driver

must cooperate with WISSOTA, or track officials, to enable track officials to

conduct or complete an inspection, including removing or disassembling

various parts or components. The driver and tech official are both required to

sign WISSOTA’s tech form.

2.11.5 Refusal or Termination of Inspection

2.11.5.1 Any driver who refuses to allow a pre-race or a minimum

specification inspection to be conducted will not be allowed to

compete in the racing event.

2.11.5.2 Any driver who refuses to allow a post-race inspection, or who

terminates an inspection in progress, shall be fined $1,000.00,

suspended for thirty (30) days, lose all points (both national and

track points) and forfeit all money and awards for that event.

2.11.5.3 All WISSOTA classes maybe asked to take intake manifold off for

inspection.

SECTION 3 - MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS

3.1 GENERAL

3.1.1 At any time, before, during or after an event, WISSOTA or track officials may

require additional measures or equipment, or make additional determinations,

as they deem necessary to further reduce the risk to competitors.

3.1.2 All cars are subject to a minimum specification inspection at any time and a

refusal of such inspection is subject to Rule 2.11. It is the responsibility of the

driver to prepare his/her car to comply with all minimum specifications, to be

free of defects, and in safe racing condition. Super Stock, Midwest Mod, Street

Stock carburetor booster location will be measured using the Holley 4412-500

2bbl booster location gauge. Gauge used can be purchased through TECH

CHEC along with other carburetor tools.

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3.2 DISPLAY OF WISSOTA AND SPONSOR LOGOS

3.2.1 Drivers must support any and all official WISSOTA sponsors by displaying

both WISSOTA patches and sponsor patches on the front of the uniform,

somewhere below shoulders and above the belt line, or on the front/side of arm

above the elbow. The required patches include WISSOTA, title sponsor

and Hoosier.

3.2.2 Mandatory decal locations. The WISSOTA title sponsor (on top) & Hoosier Tire

decals must be located on the upper corner on the front fender, directly behind

the wheel opening on all Hornets, Pure Stocks, Street Stocks, Super Stocks

and Late Models. The same decals must be located in the upper left corner of

the left door and the upper right corner of the right door on all Mod Fours,

Midwest Mods and Modifieds. All other required decals must be placed on the

outside of the body panels or the sail panels, in the upright position using the

correct colors and sizes. Required decals are not allowed on the side of nose

piece, or the frame rails, roll bars, ground effects, wheels or tires. All decals

may be incorporated into a graphic wrap provided you use the correct color and

size (you may download file from the WISSOTA website).

3.2.3 Failure to display the required patches or decals, as set forth above, will result

in loss of all points (both track and national) where the infraction occurred and

forfeiture of all money and awards for that event.

3.3 SAFETY/OTHER

3.3.1 Helmets All helmets must be rated SNELL SA2010 or SFI 31.1/2010 or newer.

Manufacturer tag and SNELL/SFI sticker must not be removed. No SNELL KA

or M rated helmets are allowed. Helmet must be worn at all times when the car is

on the track and must accompany the vehicle at time of inspection. The helmet

must have a face shield or eyewear protection, which must be in place while the

car is on the track. A full-face helmet is strongly recommended. Head and neck

restraint is strongly recommended.

3.3.2 Driving Suit A driving suit and gloves of a flame-retardant nature must be worn

by all competitors; they are both mandatory. If the driving suit is a two-piece suit,

both the top and the bottom must be worn at the same time. It is recommended

that there be a one-piece, minimum three-layer quilted suit of fire resistant

material and under-wear, socks, shoes and hood of fire resistant material.

3.3.3 Exhaust System Exhaust systems must be mounted in such a way as to

direct spent gases away from the cockpit area of the vehicle and away from

areas of possible fuel spillage.

3.3.4 Exhaust Noise Suppression All cars must use a manufactured muffler on the

exhaust system. The mufflers must be manufactured by a company that is

established as a manufacturer of noise suppression equipment (mufflers). A turn

down will not be considered a muffler, nor will any tube added to the end of the

header merely to change the direction of the exhaust and sound emitted. This

rule does not allow the use of a muffler that is built by a chassis builder, engine

builder or your local fabrication shop, or any non-recognized manufacturer of

mufflers. Mufflers must meet all manufacturer specifications and cannot be

altered in any way.

3.3.5 Fuel Cell Safety-approved fuel cells are mandatory. Fuel cells must be

enclosed in a metal case of 20-gauge steel or 16 gauge aluminum. All fuel cells

must be mounted no further forward than the center of the rearend, and must be

between the frame rails. The fuel cell overflow hose must go to the bottom of

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the cell on the outside and must be fastened at the bottom of the cell, or a ball

check valve must be used. All fuel cells must have a minimum of two (2)

2-inch X 1/8-inch metal straps or equivalent metal surrounding the fuel cell. Late

Model fuel cells may not exceed 32 gallons. It is recommended that you use the

smallest fuel cell possible.

3.3.6 Batteries Only one battery may be used in each car; this applies to all divisions.

Batteries must be securely mounted and shielded. Batteries mounted inside the

vehicle must be in marine-type cases.

3.3.7 Loose Objects Loose objects, including weights, will not be allowed above the

interior tin or deck or in the driver's compartment. Any weight added to other

areas of the vehicle must be securely mounted using a minimum of two (2)

1/2-inch bolts through the weights. Weights must be mounted to the

frame/cage only. Weight cannot move while race car is in motion or on track.

Weights must be painted white and have your car number painted on them. If for

any reason a weight falls off, the car will be disqualified for that race. If for any

reason a muffler falls off, the car will be disqualified for that race.

3.3.8 Shoulder Harness, Belts, Restraints & Nets A competition shoulder

harness, at least three (3) inches wide, and a lap belt at least three (3) inches

wide are required. Month, year and date of manufacture must be on all belts.

No OEM factory-type shoulder belts or straps will be allowed. Metal-to-metal

buckles are required on the shoulder harness and the lap belt. The harness must

be mounted in at least FIVE (5) points below the driver's shoulders (substrap).

Window nets with a quick release type latch at the top are mandatory in all

classes. No homemade window nets, no banner nets or V-shaped nets, and no

Y-belts allowed. Roll bar padding, neck braces, and/or head and neck restraints

are highly recommended. Belts and harness cannot be over three (3) years old

(by year and month). When using a Hans or DeFender type head and neck

restraint, you may use an SFI approved belt system which has a narrow belt in

the device area only. These belts may only be used when using the head and

neck restraint device.

3.3.9 Fire Suppression An onboard fire suppression system is strongly

recommended.

3.3.10 Driver’s Seat A full containment seat is strongly recommended.

3.3.11 Kill Switch A kill switch is required and must be within easy reach of the

driver with the shoulder harness and lap belt fully cinched. This kill switch

must be clearly marked "off" and "on."

3.3.12 Drive Shaft Hoops Driveshaft hoops are required and must be constructed

of at least the equivalent of 1/4-inch by 2-inch steel and must be mounted in

such a manner as to contain the drive shaft in case of breakage. The drive

shaft MUST be painted white. For Late Models an explosion-proof steel bell

housing is recommended.

3.3.13 Mirrors and Radio No mirrors are allowed in car at any time. The only radio or

communication device allowed in any race car is a track-issued Raceceiver unit

which allows track officials to communicate with drivers.

3.3.14 Steering Wheel It is mandatory that all cars be equipped with a quick-

disconnect steering wheel. Not applicable to Street Stocks.

3.3.15 Brakes All cars must have brakes on all four (4) wheels (not applicable to

Mod Fours). Cars must be able to lock up all brakes for inspection. No carbon

fiber brakes allowed, no titanium or exotic materials brakes allowed other than

aluminum brake calipers in the Late Model class.

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3.3.16 Tire Availability Disclaimer - ATTENTION DRIVERS: Be advised that not all

race tracks have tire vendors with large supplies of the various tire sizes.

It is each driver’s responsibility to inventory the tires he/she needs.

3.3.17 Traction Control Devices – Electro-mechanical, computer-controlled or

electronic traction control devices of any type or kind are not allowed in any

WISSOTA class. Penalty will consist of a five thousand ($5,000.00) fine, a

one (1) year suspension, and loss of all points (both track and national). Parts

will be confiscated and sent for testing. Driver will be allowed to continue

racing until test results are received by WISSOTA.

3.3.18 Adjustable Timing Controls - Adjustable timing controls will not be permitted

within driver’s reach. Retarded or ignition delays will not be permitted within

driver’s reach. RPM limiters will not be permitted within driver’s reach.

Distributors must be mounted in original mounting positions for the make and

model of engine being used.

3.3.18 Remote or External Canister Type Shocks are not allowed in any WISSOTA

class except WISSOTA Late Models.

3.3.18 Composite Or Exotic Materials Intake Manifolds are not allowed in any

WISSOTA division. Intakes must be made of either steel or aluminum, as

described in each division’s rules in this book.

3.3.20 In-Car Cameras, video cameras and/or recording devices are not allowed

anywhere on any race car, in any class, other than in the cockpit above the

interior deck tin.

3.3.21 Cylinder Head Valve Jobs. In all competition valve jobs, all cuts must be

concentric to the valve guide.

3.3.22 Transponders. The following mounting locations are now mandatory for every

competitor who mounts a transponder to be run at a WISSOTA facility. Late

Models, Modifieds, Super Stocks, Midwest Modifieds, Mod Fours: mount the

transponder on the right side of the midplate on the back side; you must make

sure there is a direct signal to the ground with no object between the

transponder and track surface. Pure Stocks and Street Stocks: Mount the

transponder on the right side, inside the frame, approximately 21-23 inches

behind the lower ball joint. Hornets, transponder must be mounted approx. 34

inches behind the center of lower ball joint on the right hand side of car; cut a

hole in the floor pan and bolt or weld a mount to the top side of the floor pan

and mount transponder to it, making sure there is no obstruction between

transponder and the ground. You must have your transponders mounted as

described above for your class. If you have a transponder mounted in any

location other than described above at a track where transponder scoring is

used, you will be disqualified from that race if discovered through post-race

inspection.

3.3.23 Louvers or holes on the deck and on the back of the car or sides of the car are

considered ground effects, and ground effects are not allowed. You may

have louvers, holes or 2 inch high scoop over oil cooler or tranny cooler.

Louvers, holes or scoop cannot be any bigger than the coolers.

3.3.24 Travel Limit Chain in Super Stocks, Midwest Mods, Street Stocks and

Mod Fours cannot be tight with more than half inch of travel left of

shock absorber; absolutely no biscuits or springs allowed on chains. Chains can

be taped, but must be able to identify chain links through tape. Cable or nylon

strap may be used instead of chain.

3.3.25 Fuel Pressure Regulator is allowed in all classes.

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3.3.26 Exotic Materials No exotic materials, including tungsten, are allowed on any

race car unless a rule specifically allows that material. A carbon fiber air cleaner

housing is allowed.

3.3.26 Electronic Components No electronic components are allowed in or on a race

car or driver except those specifically allowed by WISSOTA and/or track. No

computerized dash instrumentation is allowed. Raceceiver, transponder, GoPro

camera or other similar recording devices are allowed when mounted as per

WISSOTA rules.

3.3.26.1 Shocks No electronically adjustable shocks are allowed.

3.3.26.2 Timing Control No programmable timing control in ignition

control/ignition box. No electronically controlled timing curves other than

the Late Model GM CT525. WISSOTA and/or official from any WISSOTA

track may confiscate and send in to manufacturer any ignition/ignition

controller to make sure it has not been altered and complies with class

rules.

3.3.27 Composite Material Hoods In the Modified, Super Stock, Midwest Mod and

Mod Four classes, hoods must be aluminum and cannot be made of a

composite or exotic material. Hood scoop can be made of composite

material. Late Models can have composite hoods and nose filler piece.

3.3.28 Carburetors No floatless carburetors allowed in any class. No dimpling of

material around carburetor venturis. Venturis must all be consistent.

3.3.29 Spoilers The trailing edge of all spoilers must be turned down a minimum of

30 degrees so it is below the top of the spoiler.

SECTION 4 - POINT SYSTEM

4.1 POINT SYSTEM

Points will be awarded at all WISSOTA sanctioned events on the following basis:

4.1.1 General Points go to the driver. The driver will receive the best point finish

between the heat race or the consolation race event before entering the

feature (one event only).

4.1.2 Eligibility for Points If a race car pulls out onto the race track at the beginning

of the race, under its own power, with the intent to race, then the driver will

receive the points for the finish in that race.

4.1.3 Show Points All drivers in each class participating in the race events at a track

will receive show points based upon the number of cars participating in that

class, as follows:

4.1.3.1 1 to 9 cars participating, ten (10) show points.

4.1.3.2 10 to 15 cars participating, eleven (11) show points.

4.1.3.3 16 or more cars participating, twelve (12) show points.

Participating means that a car must take a green flag at some time

during the racing program, including hot laps.

4.1.3.4 DNF (did not finish). Points awarded to DNF cars based on the order in

which they were lined up at the start of the race (1st lap) or number of

laps completed. Any car judged to be at fault for restart/accident will be

scored behind any others who completed the same number of laps or

were involved in the same incident.

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4.1.4 Heat Races

Pos. Points Pos. Points

1st 10 4th 7

Pos. Points

7th 4

Pos. Points

10th 2

2nd 9 5th

3rd 8 6th

4.1.5 Consolation Races

8th

9th

Pos. Points Pos. Points

1st 5 4th

2nd 4 5th

2 (All other cars in races receive 2 points)

3rd 3

4.1.6 Feature Races

Pos. Points Pos. Points

1st 35 7th

2nd 33 8th

3rd 32 9th

4th 31 10th

5th 30 11th

6th 29 12th

Pos. Points

13th 22

14th

15th

16th

17th

18th

Pos. Points

19th

20th

21st

22nd

23rd

24th

(All other cars in races receive 11 points)

4.1.7 NATIONAL POINTS

A driver’s top 30 top shows/races will be used to determine national points.

If a tie occurs in the final national point standings, it will be broken by the

number of 57 point shows, 56 point shows and then 55 point shows. If the tie

is not broken by that method, it shall remain a tie. There will be 5 bonus points

awarded for track championships and 5 bonus points for a Late Model

Challenge Series championship. A driver is eligible for a maximum of 10 bonus

points earned through track and series championships.

4.1.8 STATE POINTS

A driver’s top 20 shows will be used to determine any state champion awards

that may be provided by WISSOTA. The state raced in, not lived in, will determine

where points are given. The provinces of Canada will be grouped & considered

as one state. State points will be awarded only through the first Tuesday after

Labor Day each year. After that date, only national & rookie points are awarded.

4.1.9 ROOKIE STATUS

WISSOTA shall recognize a “Rookie of the Year” in each division each year. To

be eligible for the Rookie of the Year award, the driver must clearly identify

himself or herself as a rookie in his/her respective division by checking the

appropriate box on the WISSOTA Competitors License Application. If this box is

not checked on the original license application form, the driver will not be eligible

for “rookie” status. To have rookie status in any class, a driver must not have

competed in more than five (5) events in that class, or any higher class, at any

track or under any sanction, in any previous years (cumulative). Rookie points

will be awarded through the end of the WISSOTA racing season.

4.1.9.1 The order of classes, from highest to lowest, used to determine

rookie status is as follows: Late Model, Modified, Super Stock,

Midwest Modified, Street Stock, Mod Four, Pure Stock, Hornet.

There are no lateral moves from class to class, only moves to higher

or lower classes.

4.1.9.2 If the driver meets all of the above criteria, an asterisk (*) will appear

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next to his or her name in the national point standings published

regulary in All The Dirt! as well as on the WISSOTA website,

www.wissota.org.

4.1.9.3 If a WISSOTA official at any time determines that a driver who has

applied for rookie status does not meet the criteria listed above, that

driver’s eligibility for the Rookie of the Year award will be revoked.

SECTION 5 - ENGINE CLAIMING RULE

5.1 APPLICATION

This engine-claiming rule is applicable to the WISSOTA Modifieds at all WISSOTA-

sanctioned track openers, regular weekly shows and specials.

5.2 RACE CARS SUBJECT TO BEING CLAIMED (CLAIMEES)

Race cars finishing in positions one through five in the feature event, whether

running or not, and regardless of whether otherwise disqualified, which:

5.2.1 Have drivers who possess either a full or temporary WISSOTA driver's license.

5.2.2 Have a non-spec engine (0-410 cid.)

5.3 RACE CARS ELIGIBLE TO CLAIM (CLAIMERS)

Race cars finishing in positions six through twelve in the feature event, which:

5.3.1 Finished on the same lap as the fifth-place car in the feature event;

5.3.2 Are running at the end of the feature event and whose engine must be running

in the claim area;

5.3.3 Have drivers who possess a full WISSOTA driver's license;

5.3.4 Are appearing at that race track for the second or later time; and

5.3.5 Meet the minimum class weight and are otherwise legal under WISSOTA rules.

5.4 RACE CARS NOT ELIGIBLE TO CLAIM

5.4.1 Those with drivers possessing only a temporary license.

5.4.2 Those appearing at that race track for the first time.

5.4.3 Those that do not meet minimum class weight or are otherwise illegal under

WISSOTA rules.

5.4.4 Anyone owning more than one race car in a class at a race track, if one of their

cars finishes in positions one to five in the feature race.

5.4.5 Have a spec engine (0-362 cid).

5.5 CLAIMS PROCEDURE

5.5.1 Race cars subject to be claimed (Claimees)

5.5.1.1 Claimees shall first proceed directly to the scales and then directly to

the claiming area after the feature race. Even if a race car otherwise

subject to being claimed does not meet minimum class weight, avoids

the scales, or is otherwise disqualified, that race car still remains

subject to being claimed.

5.5.2 Race cars eligible to claim (Claimers)

5.5.2.1 Claimers must first drive directly to the scale, meet the minimum class

weight requirement and then proceed directly to the claiming area (no

shopping around).

5.5.2.2 Each claimer must orally declare his/her intent to claim a specific race

car engine to a WISSOTA or track official and must tender to the

WISSOTA or track official $400.00 in cash (equal to United States

funds), and his/her WISSOTA driver's license. The cash and WISSOTA

driver's license must be on the driver's person and driver is not allowed

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to collect either from anyone.

5.5.3 General Claim Procedures

5.5.3.1 The claim must be made within five (5) minutes of the end of the

feature race, which time period will start after all cars that are subject

to being claimed are in the claiming area.

5.5.3.2 Only the driver will be allowed in the claiming area. The claimee may

look at and listen to the claimer's engine but is not entitled to touch or

inspect the claimer's car, but the track official must pull a valve cover

to check for roller rockers. At that time the claimee has the option to

either:

5.5.3.2.1 Take $400.00 cash and give up engine to the claimer; OR

5.5.3.2.2 Take the claimer's engine in exchange for the claimee's

engine plus take $200.00 cash from the claimer.

5.5.3.2.3 A claimee's first agreement to sell or refusal to sell upon being

claimed is binding.

5.5.3.3 After claimee has made his/her election, both cars must be pushed to

the removal area. No engine in either car will be started once claim is

final. All claimed, or exchanged, engines must be removed from the

race cars at the track. Once removal is started the claim is final. It is

the responsibility of the claimee (and the claimer if there is an

exchange) to lift his/her own engine in a safe and quick manner to

complete the claim.

5.5.3.4 Only a driver may declare intent to claim and only a driver may agree

to sell or refuse to sell an engine pursuant to a claim.

5.5.3.5 After claim is completed, claimer's license will be punched and claimee

will receive the requisite cash, or claimer’s engine plus the requisite

cash, for the class.

5.6 THE CLAIMED (OR EXCHANGED) ENGINE DOES NOT INCLUDE:

(a) Flywheel - except if used as balance plate, (b) clutch, (c) clutch ball, (d) clutch

arm, (e) pressure plate, (f) throw-out bearing, (g) bell housing, (h) headers,

(i) carburetor, (j) carburetor adapter, (k) starter, (l) motor mounts, (m) sending units

and switches for oil pressure and water temperature, (n) fan and pulleys, (o) dip

stick, (p) water pump, (q) fuel pump, (r) distributor and wires, (s) if balance plate is

used, it must go with the claim.

5.7 SPECIAL PROVISIONS RELATING TO CLAIMS

5.7.1 A driver may only declare an intent to claim one engine per race.

5.7.2 If more than one driver wants to claim the same claimee engine, then a hat-

type draw will take place to determine the order of engine selection.

5.7.3 Each driver will only be allowed to claim two engines per year unless that

driver has more than two engines claimed in one racing season, at which time

he/she will be allowed to claim one additional engine for each additional engine

that he/she has had claimed. If this occurs, the driver must contact the point

director for the division in which he/she competes.

5.7.4 Only the tech inspector has the final word on the legality of the claimer's car.

5.7.5 No person shall prevent or interfere with the claims procedure or the

enforcement of the claim rule. The track promoter shall enforce this.

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5.8 PENALTIES OR SANCTIONS RELATED TO CLAIMS

5.8.1 Withdrawal of Claim If a driver expresses an intent to claim, and tenders the

required cash amount and his/her driver's license, and then the driver

changes his/her mind and withdraws the claim, then the driver will forfeit all

money and awards for the event and shall also lose all points earned to date

(both national and track points).

5.8.2 Refusal of Claim A driver/claimee who refuses a claim shall be subject to the

following penalties:

5.8.2.1 First Refusal Upon first refusal to sell, driver forfeits all cash and all

contingency winnings for the event, any trophies earned in the feature,

plus loss of all points earned to date (both national and track points). The

driver shall be fined $1,000.00 and suspended for thirty (30) days.

5.8.2.2 Second Refusal Upon the second refusal, driver forfeits all cash and

all contingency winnings for the event, any trophies earned in the

event, loss of all points earned to date (both national and track points).

In addition, driver shall be fined $2,500.00 and suspended for one

calendar year from the date of the infraction.

5.8.3 Avoiding Scales or Claiming Area Any driver/race car subject to being

claimed that avoids scaling, or going immediately to the claiming area,

shall be considered to have refused a claim and shall be subject to the

penalties for refusal of a claim.

5.9 SABOTAGE

Any sabotage to engines involved in a claim will result in specific penalties. For

purposes of this rule, sabotage consists of any intentional damage or alteration to an

engine or its components which make the engine impractical for use. This includes

any change from stock configuration that requires the use of after-market parts or

equipment in order to be able to operate the engine in its stock condition. When

sabotage is suspected, a person involved in a claim must notify a WISSOTA official

or track tech inspector at the time of the claim. If a participant is found to have

committed sabotage on an engine, the participant will lose all points earned to date

(both national and track points), all prize money and awards for the event, and shall be

either: (a) suspended for one calendar year, or (b) fined $1,000.00 and suspended for

thirty (30) days. After any suspension is fully served, a participant deemed to have

engaged in sabotage must apply for reinstatement with WISSOTA.

5.10 TWO-DAY EVENTS

5.10.1 With the heat races on the first day and the features on the second day, there

will be a claim available on both days. In the heats on the first day, race cars

finishing in positions one and two will be subject to the claim by race cars

finishing in positions 3 through 7 which are on the same lap as the second-

place car.

5.10.2 The claimed engine in the heat race will be sealed until after the feature race.

If the seal is removed or broken in any way, then the claim is off and the

claimee will be deemed to have committed sabotage and will be subject to the

penalties for sabotage. The claimee has the option to sell or exchange the

engine at the time the claim is made.

5.10.3 If the claim takes place on the first day in the heat races, and on the second

day both cars involved in the claim finish in the top five of the feature, then

both cars are subject to being reclaimed. If more than one claimer wants the

same claimee engine, then a hat-type draw will take place, even though one

of the engines had been claimed in the heats. If the race car that was

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claimed in the heats doesn’t qualify for the feature event, then the original

heat race claim is null and void; however, the car that was claimed in the heat

race will be subject to be reclaimed in the feature, if it finishes in positions one

to five in the feature.

SECTION 6 – ENGINE PROTEST RULE

6.1 APPLICATION

The engine protest rule is applicable to all WISSOTA classes at all WISSOTA

sanctioned track openers, regular weekly shows and specials.

6.2 RACE CARS SUBJECT TO BEING PROTESTED

All race cars competing in the feature event.

6.3 RACE CARS ELIGIBLE TO PROTEST

Any race cars competing in the feature event, which;

6.3.1 Have a driver who possesses a full WISSOTA driver’s license for that feature

class of cars.

6.3.2 Have a driver who executes a protest with a track tech official prior to the start

of the feature race and has tendered the required class protest fee (cash only,

US funds or equivalent).

6.4 RACE CARS NOT ELIGIBLE TO PROTEST

6.4.1 Those drivers possessing only a temporary license.

6.5 PROTEST FEE (CASH ONLY)

6.5.1 Late Model and Modified - $200.00. Super Stock, Street Stock, Midwest Mod

or Mod Four - $100.00 top end, or total engine teardown $300.

6.5.2 Disposition of protest fee: If, after tear down, the engine is found to be legal,

the protest fee will be paid to the protested driver, less $25.00 which

will be paid to the race track. If, after the tear down, the engine is

found to be illegal, $75.00 of the protest fee will be returned to the protesting

driver and $25.00 of the protest fee will be paid to the race track.

6.6 PROTEST PROCEDURE

After the feature race, a track official will notify the driver of the relevant race car that

his race car has been protested. The protested driver shall then proceed directly to the

area designated for inspection and tear down pursuant to a protest. After the

inspection or tear down has begun, track officials will notify protested driver the name

of the driver who posted the protest, if asked by the protested driver. Track officials will

proceed, in accordance with the class of race car protested, to tear down the engine in

the protested race car, as follows:

6.6.1 Late Model small cast-iron head engine – Upper end only. An upper end

teardown includes, but is not limited to, the removal of the carburetor spacer

plates or adapters, valve covers, intake manifold, header, valve train

components, and a head. Heads must meet all specifications outlined under

iron head rule.

6.6.2 Late Model restricted engine 0-410. Removal of valve covers, must meet all

aluminum cylinder head specifications. Restrictor plate, adapter, and all

spacers will be removed and must meet all restrictor plate specifications. Also

engine will be pumped.

6.6.3 Modified spec engine 0-362. Removal of carburetor, intake manifold,

headers, heads and valve train components. At this time bore and stroke will

be checked. Heads must meet all specifications outlined under iron head rules.

6.6.4 0 - 410 Open Modified engine with any iron head and a restrictor plate.

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Removal of intake manifold, header, head. Bore and stroke will be checked.

Engine will be checked for roller cam and lifters.

6.6.5 Super Stocks, Street Stocks, Midwest Modifieds and Pure Stocks - Top end

only - Removal of necessary components to check bore, stroke, heads, piston

deck height and also pull intake and exhaust valves to check seat cut and also

check for any grinding. Also make sure lifter and lifter bore/size meets class

rule. Lower end - Remove necessary components to check rods and crankshaft.

On a complete engine tear down, a rod and piston must be removed and

inspected also.

6.6.6 Mod Fours and Hornets – Removal of necessary components to tear down

upper end and complete engine.

6.6.7 Late Model Spec Aluminum Head - Removal of necessary components to

make sure heads meet all specifications outlined under the Spec Aluminum

Head Rule.

6.7 SPECIAL PROVISIONS RELATING TO PROTESTS

6.7.1 Only the driver may protest.

6.7.2 A driver may only protest one engine per race.

6.7.3 Only the tech inspector has the final word on the legality of the race cars

involved in a protest.

6.7.4 No person shall prevent or interfere with the protest procedure.

6.8 PENALTIES OR SANCTIONS RELATED TO PROTESTS

6.8.1 If any engine parts are found to be illegal, the provisions of Rule 1.16 regarding

illegal parts, and Rule 1.18 regarding confiscation of illegal parts, shall apply.

6.8.2 Withdrawal of protest If a driver declares an intent to protest, and tenders

the required protest fee, and then the driver changes his/her mind and with

draws the protest, then the driver will forfeit all money and awards for the

event and shall also lose all points earned to date (both national and track

points at the track where the infraction occurred).

6.8.3 Refusal of Protest A driver who refuses to allow an inspection/tear down

pursuant to a protest shall be subject to the following penalties:

6.8.3.1 First Refusal Upon first refusal to allow an inspection/tear down pursuant to

a protest, driver forfeits all cash and all contingency winnings for the event,

any trophies earned in the feature, plus loss of all points earned to date (both

national and track points), plus the driver shall be fined $1,000.00 and

suspended for thirty (30) days.

6.8.3.2 Second Refusal Upon second refusal, driver forfeits all cash and all

contingency winnings for the event, any trophies earned in the event, and loss

of all points earned to date (both national and track points). In addition, driver

shall be fined $2,500.00 and suspended for one (1) calendar year from date of

the infraction.

SECTION 7 - ENGINE PUMPING RULE

7.1 APPLICATION

This engine-pumping rule is applicable for all WISSOTA classes at all WISSOTA-

sanctioned track openers, regular weekly shows and specials.

7.2 RACE CARS SUBJECT TO BEING PUMPED

Any race car finishing in the feature event, whether running or not, and regardless of

whether otherwise disqualified is subject to being pumped. This usually will include,

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but is not limited to, pumping the top three (3) finishers in the feature race, plus one

other feature finisher drawn from positions 1-10.

7.3 PUMPING PROCEDURE

After the feature race, a track official will notify the drivers of the relevant race cars

that their race cars are to be pumped. The drivers of the race cars to be pumped

shall then proceed directly to the area designated for inspection and tear down. The

track officials will then proceed with the pumping as follows:

7.3.1 The track official will advise the driver which cylinder will be pumped.

7.3.2 The selected cylinder will be pumped, using the appropriate P&G gauge, in

accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

7.3.3 The reading obtained will be multiplied by eight (8), (four(4) on four cylinder

engines), to get the total cubic inches of the engine.

7.3.4 The exhaust port size will also be checked, which will include the removal of

the header. (This does not apply to open Late Model engines and non-spec

Modified engines.)

7.4 PENALTY OR SANCTIONS RELATING TO PUMPING

7.4.1 If the engine is found to exceed the cubic inch limits for the class, the

provisions of Rule 1.16 regarding illegal parts, and Rule 1.18 regarding

confiscation of illegal parts, shall apply.

7.4.2 Refusal to be Pumped A driver who refuses to be pumped shall be subject to

the same penalties as a refusal of a post race inspection under paragraph 2.11.5.2.

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2017 WISSOTA LATE MODEL RULES

Revised 11-16

NOTICE: PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS CLASS IS ALSO REQUIRED TO COMPLY

WITH ALL WISSOTA RULES SET FORTH IN:

SECTION 1 ..........................................................................................................GENERAL RULES

SECTION 2 ......................................................................................................GENERAL POLICIES

SECTION 3 ........................................................................................MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS

SECTION 4 ............................................................................................................POINT SYSTEM

SECTION 6 ..............................................................................................ENGINE PROTEST RULE

SECTION 7 ..............................................................................................ENGINE PUMPING RULE

IN FRONT OF THIS RULE BOOK.

[1] ROLL CAGE

A. Car must have rear bump bar (braces .095 tubing) and must be at least one (1) inch

below the cell.

B. Full roll cage required with minimum of 1.5-inch O.D., .095 mild steel tubing or .062

chrome moly tubing. With three [3] bars in left hand door excluding frame, a fourth

door bar is strongly recommended. Two bars in right side of door excluding frame.

Any roll cage determined by WISSOTA to be unsafe may be disqualified.

C. Screen or bars must be in front of driver.

D. Rear bumper tubing must make a complete loop back to the frame. Bumper may be cut

off 2 inches maximum outside of frame rails. Car must also have a mandatory fuel cell

nerf bar/bumper, located a maximum of 14” off the ground, which protects the rear of the

fuel cell.

[2] BODY SPECIFICATIONS

Refer to diagrams for measurements on Late Model bodies.

A. Eligible Models

1. This division is limited to 1980 through current model year American-manufactured

stock car bodies (Toyota Camry body is also legal).

2. Late Model stock cars must have type of car displayed on body with 3"

minimum letters. Examples: Camaro, T-Bird, Probe, Grand Prix, Camry, etc.

B. Body Panels

1. Standard dirt style bodies are required. A stock-appearing Monte Carlo, Mustang,

Grand Prix, Taurus, etc. style nose is required. Roof posts/rear sail panels can have a

maximum of 2 inch outward bow from top to bottom. Roof posts/sail panels can have

2” max. height at center and taper down to 0” at top and bottom. Front of sail panels/

roof posts can go no further forward than the back of driver’s seat at shoulder height.

Aftermarket plastic manufactured molded roofs and rear roof posts/sail panels are

allowed as long as they meet the class’ roof, rear roof post/sail panel dimensions.

2. No "wedge" style bodies. No roof-mounted spoilers or wings.

3. No lips allowed, anywhere on the nose, body or roof.

4. All cars must have a minimum of a 1 inch roll at the top of the fenders, doors,

and quarter panels; a sharp edge will not be allowed. Body roll must go from sides

over upper body, and not upper body over sides. A single strip affixed to the edge

of the body, and riveted, both on the side and the top, will not be permitted. The body

line must be a smooth even line from front to rear.

5. No mirrors.

6. No part of deck lid may extend beyond the quarter panels at the rear. Maximum

height of body – fenders, doors, deck lid, etc., at any point, from the ground, will be

38 inches with 1” tolerance after the race, measured at the center of the deck from

2” minimum clearance around all wheels. No tolerance, must meet 2” minimum with driver in seat.

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DIAGRAM LM-1

The Roof Post/Rear Sail

Panel Can Have A

Maximum Of 2” Outward

Bow From Top To Bottom.

No wedge roofs will be allowed and roof muste be level side to side.

Window supports may be no more than 7” in length in each direction, up or back.

Deck must be flat,

32” forward from spoiler running parallel to ground.

1” tolerance given.

No concave quarter panels allowed. Bottom of quarter panel may have up to a 3” taper up measured from front to back.

53”

48” 103” minimum measured on right side.

52”

Fender flares may not extend up more than 4” above fenders.

Must not extend past the front tires more than 4 inches on either side.

Roof posts 2” wide maximum.

Plastic guard shields 4” wide maximum.

76” maximum at top of doors.

Back of door at wheel well can flare out to maximum 90’ total width at bottom of door.

82” maximum width at bottom of door.

Roof supports must connect to the deck as shown. No lips turned out will be permitted.

76” maximum at top of doors.

38” max from ground to top of the deck (one inch tolerance granted).

Measurement to be taken at center of rear deck after race.

No concave quarter panels allowed. Bottom of quarter panel may have up to a 3” taper up measured from front to back.

76” maximum at top of doors.

Maximum 1.5” rake from center

11” Min.

45” minimum,

52” maximum

45” minimum to

50.5” maximum to ground at lowest point in front

Spoilers must be made of a transparent material or aluminum and may have a maximum size of 8” tall by 72” wide.

If aluminum angle is used to brace top of spoiler it must be turned down, not adding to the height of the spoiler in any way.

82” maximum width at bottom of door.

76” maximum at top of doors.

Maximum 1.5” rake from center

11” Minimum

45” minimum to

50.5” maximum to ground at lowest point in back

45” minimum,

52” maximum

GROUND

76” Max

72” Max

38”

Max

52” max. at highest point

(center). Refer to roof specs.

72” max. width at spoiler.

A third spoiler brace may be used and will match outer spoiler side dimensions.

76” Max

No “wings” or “tunnels” of any kind allowed underneath the body or chassis.

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left to right.

7. All cars must have a complete body, including quarter panels on both sides of car.

The leading edge of quarter panels must have the same measurement from top to

bottom as the door panels; however, the quarter panel may be tapered toward the

rear of the car up to 3” when measured from front to back.

C. Interiors

1. The interior bodywork of the car may be dropped to a maximum of four (4) inches

below the top of the doors, and must also be a minimum of 11 inches below the roll

cage.

2. If a dropped interior is used, the interior panel must fasten flush at the top of the

doors, and must taper gradually towards the center of the car, without creating any

lips. The minimum taper allowed will be eight (8) inches.

3. If a dropped interior is used, it must taper up, in a straight line, to the quarter-panel

height and be flat and level for a minimum of 32 inches to the end of the rear deck

lid/quarter-panel/spoiler. Dropped interior may begin no further forward than the

firewall, which in turn may be no further forward than the engine plate. At the

firewall, across the center of the car, the vertical drop to the interior of the car may

be a maximum of four (4) inches.

4. If interior is flat throughout car, it must maintain a minimum clearance of 11 inches

from the roll cage, to allow for easy exit.

5. If interior is flat, the panel must run in a straight line from immediately behind the

driver’s seat to the base of the spoiler/rear of deck lid.

6. Interior panels must at no point in the car be over 3 inches in height. The portion of

the panel running beside the driver must taper to zero inches at the rear of the

cockpit.

D. Nosepieces

1. Nose side extensions must be flexible, and may not extend outside front tires with

wheels pointing straight ahead. Nose side extensions are not to flare out or up.

They cannot alter original shape of nosepiece, and must be braced with collapsible

supports. No steel supports.

2. Stock appearing nose must be made of molded type of material. Material may not be

removed from nose piece. No cutting from top or sides.

3. Two-piece nose must be fastened together without any spacers to increase width.

4. Stock nosepiece may extend to a maximum of 52 inches from center of front hub

furthest point forward, and the bottom of nosepiece must be mounted parallel to the

ground (not tilted back in any way).

5. Tow hooks are strongly recommended, whatever style of nosepiece is used.

6. Fender flares may not extend up more than 4 inches above fenders. Maximum width

at fender flares is 90 inches. Nosepiece flares must be made out of flexible materials

and must not extend past the front tires more than 4 inches on either side.

E. Front Fenders and Hoods

1. Must be level and flat from left side to right side of car, and, at least, as far back as

the firewall/engine plate.

LM SPOILER

DIAGRAM

Radius must be minimum of 2 inches at top rear

4” Max.

Front Height maxim um 1

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Broke n line

indic ates

18.5” Max. Length

8”

5”

Rear angle 45 degrees from mounting surface.

No more than 3 spoiler supports permitted (a 1” steel strap is not considered a spoiler brace). Front edge of spoiler support must be inline.

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2. No part of fenders or hood may be below outside bodyline.

3. Fenders may not gain height from rear to front of car.

4. Hood must be removed from the car for technical inspection.

F. Doors

1. Top of doors, on both sides, can be no higher than 38 inches from ground, when

measured at the steering wheel, with a maximum depth of 35 inches including any

skirts or body extensions.

2. At no point may doors break in towards center of car. No concave doors.

G. Roofs

1. Roof must be stock appearing and level, and must run parallel to body (see

drawing). Roof posts/supports are mandatory. All posts must go from roof edge to

outside edge of body on both sides. Roof bead rolls/fins/supports cannot be more

than 3/4" high off the flat of the roof with a maximum of five per roof.

2. If body style has rear roof supports that have windows, window openings may be

filled with clear Lexan or left open. If Lexan is used, both roof post openings must

be filled. Decal package may be used for window.

3. Both rear roof supports must be of the same size, shape and material. No lips

along rear edge for roof supports will be allowed. If a break is used for support, it

may be a maximum of 1 inch and must be turned toward the interior of the car.

Both rear roof supports must be attached to the body and roof at the same point on

both sides of the car. Rear roof post/rear sail panel can have a maximum of 2”

outward bow from top to bottom.

4. Front posts must be flat and of uniform width from top to bottom – 2-inch maximum,

with a 1-inch break at top and bottom.

5. Minimum roof size will be 44” long by 48” wide. Maximum roof size will be 54” long

by 52” wide. No odd shape, partial or tilted roofs (see diagram). Back of roof can be

curved forward a maximum of two (2) inches.

6. A maximum 1.5 inch roll turned under is allowed along the front and rear edge of the

roof for support.

7. Any sun/antiglare shields (maximum 4 inches deep) must be hinged for easy exiting.

8. No lips of any kind may be attached to front, rear, or sides of roof or roof posts.

For all roof sizes and roof support dimensions, please refer to the drawings.

H. Rear Quarter Panels

1. No offset quarter panels front to back. Rear quarter panel taper-in must start at

center of rear hub.

2. Tire clearance from doors and quarter panels must be a minimum of 2 inches. Tire

must be fully visible from the side. No wheel skirts.

3. At no point may quarter panels break in towards center of car. No dishing. Lips

running vertical on rear edges will not be allowed.

I. Spoiler

1. Rear spoilers only. Must be securely attached to top edge at the rear, along entire

width.

2. No adjustable spoilers allowed. Spoiler should be made from one piece of material,

and not two pieces bolted together, except for spoilers that are shipped from

manufacturers in 2 pieces, left and right. No spoiler, whether single piece or two-

piece, can be installed so that it can slide to the left or the right. Spoiler may be

hinged to rear body to allow for change in angle of deflection. No more than three

spoiler supports may be used.

3. All two-piece spoilers must be bolted together so that both pieces are at the same

angle of deflection.

4. Spoilers must be made of either aluminum or Lexan, and be of adequate strength.

5. Spoilers may have a maximum size of eight (8) inch height, by 72" (seventy-two)

width. Note: Gurney flaps and curls are allowed along the upper edge of the

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spoiler, but their length will be included in all measurements. Spoilers will be

measured according to total length of and width of material, in any shape or form.

If aluminum angle is used to brace upper edge of spoiler, it may not add to spoiler

height or length in any way.

[3] CHASSIS AND WHEEL BASE

A. Wheel base must be a minimum of 103 inches and there will be no tolerances. The

measurement will be taken from the center of the front hub to the center of the rear

hub on the right side of the car.

B. No in-cockpit weight adjustment of any kind. No weight adjustments allowed within

driver's reach. Remote or external canister type shocks allowed.

C. If found with any visual rule violation but allowed to run, infraction must be corrected

before you race the next Late Model race.

[4] SUSPENSION - FRONT AND REAR:

A. Shocks and springs

1. Shocks must be constructed of aluminum or steel but cannot be more than two-way

adjustable. Canister shocks are permitted.

2. The only external connection allowed to the shock is a single hose to a single remote

canister with the option of a compression adjuster in the canister.

3. Compression adjuster and/or canister cannot be mounted within the reach of driver.

4. No cross connected shocks are allowed.

A. The only external connection allowed to the damper is a single hose to a single remote canister with the option of a compression adjuster in the canister.

B. Compression adjuster and/or canister cannot be mounted within reach of driver.

5. No “Rod Through” designs are allowed. “Rod Through” shocks are defined as those

shock absorbers in which the piston rod protrudes from both ends of the shock body.

6. No Inerters are allowed.

A. No rotating parts inside the damper.

B. No Inerter style dampers, either mechanical or hydraulic, or other type of primarily acceleration sensitive damping devices not permitted.

C. No electrical adjusted or active dampers are allowed. No electrical wires, transmitting or receiving components will be allowed to be attached internally or externally to the dampers or mounted inside any component or dampers.

7. No portion of the racecar including and not limited to shocks and spring components

or chassis components may have the ability to communicate transfer, transmit or

receive any type of digital or analog data or any language and or adjust or monitor in

any way whatsoever including but not limited to a variation of a wireless remote

device/phone/computer/tablet/ipad or a mechanical remote device.

8. Any new chassis design or component designs pertaining to and/or but not limited to

shock absorber mounts must be submitted to WISSOTA for approval before they will

be permitted for use in competition. Manufacturer and/or competitor may be required

to disassemble for complete inspection before in stallment of new part is permitted.

9. Springs must be made of steel. Torsion bars are not allowed in rear. Spring rubbers

are allowed.

10. Coil springs must be steel. Leaf springs may be composite or steel.

11. Only one shock per wheel is permitted at the left front, right front, right rear corners.

12. Left rear must have one shock behind the axle tube and may have one traction

(dummy) shock on the front side or top of axle tube. Must mount vertically to the

birdcage or clamp bracket.

13. One 5th coil shock permitted.

14. One 90/10 optional shock may be mounted above lift arm on upper lift arm plates.

Must be mounted towards the front of the car lying parallel with the car. Shock must

mount within 3” of the centerline of the rear ends center section.

15. Drop chain (limiting chain) is permitted. Must mount vertically between frame and a

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clamp bracket.

16. Bump stops and/or bump springs are permitted.

17. Suspension covers are not allowed. Rear covers on racecar are not allowed outside

of your pit area. Spring and/or shock covers are permitted, but must be fastened

directly to the spring or shock.

20. A swing arm and/or Z-link suspension is permitted as long as the top and bottom

solid links are mounted on hiems and run in the opposite directions of the bird cage.

The shock on a swing arm or Z-link rear suspension may mount to the bird cage or

the bottom radius rod.

B. New designs/products, materials, mounts:

1. Any new chassis design or component design and or technology pertaining to and/or

containing suspension must be submitted to WISSOTA for approval before they will

be permitted for use in competition. Manufacturer and/or competitor may be required

to disassemble for complete inspection before installment of new part is permitted.

2. Suspension and/or rear end parts can be made of steel or aluminum. Aluminum

mounting brackets are permitted.

3. Frame and/or suspension mounts must be welded or bolted solid to the frame and

not move. ie floating, sliding, pivoting and/or rotating mounts and/or brackets of any

sort are not allowed.

4. Bolted components must match the correct bolt size with the hole (for instance 3/8

bolts in a 1/2 inch hole will be deemed illegal) and they must be torqued to a min. of

40 ft. pounds per inch.

C. Rear Suspension Mounts

1. Single sheer mounts must be 1/4” minimum steel and/or 1/2” minimum aluminum.

2. Double sheer mounts must be 1/8” minimum steel and/or 1/4” minimum aluminum.

3. Sheer mounts must use minimum 5/8” rod ends with minimum 1/2” grade 8 bolts

only.

4. Double sheer mount must be no wider than 4 inches with a minimum 1/2” inch grade

8 bolt with steel or aluminum spacers only.

D. Lift Arm & Pull Bar

1. Only one (1) mechanical traction device is permitted. Only one (1) pull bar or one (1)

lift arm is permitted. No other options are allowed. Covers of any sort in any relation

to the lift arm or pull bar are not allowed.

2. Floating, pivoting and/or rotating mounts and/or brackets of any sort (connected to

and/or associated with the pull bar or lift arm) are not allowed.

3. Lift arm is defined as a steel or aluminum triangulated bar that is connected at the top

and bottom of the rear end housing, extending forward where it is connected to a

shock, shock spring coil over combination and a limiting chain. One stabilizer bar is

permitted to locate the front of the lift arm from left to right in the car.

4. 6th coil or braking spring assemblies are permitted, must be in front of 5th coil shock.

5. Pull bar is defined as a continuous assembly that is connected to the top of the rear

end andextends forward to a solid mounting point located on the chassis. The

mounting location at both the front and rear of the pull bar may be adjustable but

must remain constant during competition (cannot be adjustable from the cockpit).

E. Radius Rods

1. All rear suspension radius rods must be of a fixed length. No hydraulic cylinders,

torsion bars, bump rods, spring rods, slider rods or shock type radius rods permitted.

2. Radius Rods must be a minimum of 1” aluminum diameter OD or 7/8

″ steel OD.

Rods can be round, square, or hex shaped. Rods must be a minimum of .095 steel or

.120 aluminum in tubing thickness.

3. Heim joints must be a minimum 5/8, and a maximum 3/4” steel heim. No rubber

bushings.

4. Only two (2) radius rods per side.

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A. Radius rods must be spaced on the frame a minimum of 6”.

B. Radius rods must be spaced on the birdcage a minimum of 6” and a max. of 12”.

C. Measurements will be made from center of each radius rod bolt.

F. Birdcages

1. Birdcages may consist of multiple barrels but must bolt or weld together to work

as single barrel birdcage.

2. Limited one birdcage (1) per side.

3. Shock(s) and radius rods must mount to the birdcage.

4. Floating, pivoting and/or rotating mounts and/or brackets of any sort are not

allowed. All brackets or mounts attached to the birdcage must be bolted or

welded solid.

[5] TIRES - DIRT

1. Hoosier W30s allowed on all four corners of the car. Hoosier W70 may be used on

the right rear only. No grooving, no siping or pinning/needling is permitted on any tire.

Buffing is permitted with no visual cuts. Aggressive, nail or traction-inducing sipe

grinding will result in disqualification pre- or post-race. There will be no defacing or

altering of manufacturer’s identifying marks on the tire. You may not remove any

letter, words or numbers that would identify the tire. Softening tires is not allowed.

Any alteration of any tire may result in an immediate suspension from all WISSOTA

racing. All money and points will be forfeited for that date, with the loss of all national

points and track points for the year to date at the track where the infraction occurred.

Any tire can be confiscated by a WISSOTA official any night, at any track, to be

evaluated and returned within a reasonable period of time. At any time, if tire/tires are

in question, any driver finishing in the top ten in a feature event may buy the tire/tires

from any other driver that finished in the top ten in that feature. Guidelines will be that

the buyer must pay the suggested retail amount needed to purchase another new

tire/tires in cash plus sales tax in said state, shipping if charged, plus a mount or

dismount fee if charged. The buy will take place at the time of scaling after the

feature event and tire/tires must be removed at the track in a timely manner.

2. Any approved racing wheel allowed. Rim width must not exceed 14 inches. No

knock-off hubs or wheels. Any hard surface wheel disc when used must be

mounted under a bead lock or bolted to wheel by at least three (3) bolts. No other

hard surface wheel disc may be used.

3. Carbon fiber wheels not allowed.

[6] DRIVE TRAIN:

A. Drive train (must have transmission) and working clutch. No direct drives allowed.

Must be able to shift to forward or reverse with engine running.

[7] ENGINES

ALL WEIGHT MUST BE PAINTED ON UPPER PORTION OF LEFT FRONT FENDER. IF

WEIGHT IS CHANGED YOU MAY TAPE OVER FOR THAT EVENT.

A. There can be a maximum of 25.5” from the center of the bottom ball joint to the front of

the engine plate/engine bell housing flange. If measurement is over 25.5” (up to 29.5”), you

must add 25 lb. in front of midplate. The setback cannot be greater than 29.5” (in 2018, the

rule will be adjusted to a maximum of 25.5” from center of bottom ball joint to engine mid

plate).

B. No aluminum blocks, no titanium or exotic material parts except for valves and retainers,

minimum 3/4" inspection hole in side of pan 2-1/2" down from pan rail in line with a

journal. Inspection hole must be easily accessible to inspector.

C. Engines may be interchangeable.

0-362 c.i.d. Iron Head/Spec Aluminum Head Engine Intake Manifold Rule

Maximum height limit of 7-1/4 inches from bottom of intake at valve galley rail to base of

carb. Spacer may have four (4) holes or open plenum. A maximum of 300 thousandths of

material is allowed between the bottom of the intake manifold and the lifter galley rail.

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0-410 c.i.d. Restricted Engine Intake Manifold Rule Maximum height limit of 7-1/4

inches from bottom of intake at valve galley rail to base of carb. Any spacer used under

restrictor plate to raise carb to 7-1/4-inch height must have an open plenum. Devices

below carb - restrictor plate, spacer or inside intake designed to increase the flow of

air - are not permitted. A maximum of 300 thousandths of material is allowed between the

bottom of the intake manifold and the lifter galley rail.

RPM Chip Rule All cars must run a functioning 8500 RPM chip in the ignition system.

Working dial RPM boxes are also acceptable. Ignition system components must not be

within the driver’s reach while in the race car. A rotary or clicker box may be used to limit

RPMs. Violation of the RPM rule is a speed infraction as defined in general rules.

G. All heads, including stock and aftermarket heads in all options, can have guide plates

installed. Push tube area of heads can be opened up. Valve guide seals can be installed.

You are allowed to replace valve guides but must follow stock geometry. Can use valve

spring buckets/valve spring locators. Valve spring shims are allowed. Heads can be milled

according to class rules and specific milling rules. Must follow all other class rules.

Following are descriptions of the types of engines allowed in the WISSOTA Late Model class:

Aluminum Spec Heads - 0-362 c.i. Only (2300 lbs.)

A. WISSOTA approved Brodix Spec Aluminum heads allowed. Allowed part numbers include:

1. Chevrolet - SPCH WISSOTA

2. Ford - SPFO WISSOTA

3. Mopar - SPMO WISSOTA

B. Absolutely NO removing, relocating, grinding, polishing or defacing of any letters or numbers cast into the Brodix WISSOTA Spec aluminum cylinder heads.

C. Heads may be angle milled, although valve angle must remain within 1 (one) degree

of original manufactured specification.

D. Valve guides must remain in original angle and spacing as manufactured. Valve guides

may not be tapered, thinned or shortened in any way.

E. Absolutely no welding or adding material of any kind to the head.

F. Removal of material from the head is only allowed as listed below:

1. Chamber may be ground for dome clearance and polished.

2. Intake Port - Intake bowl may be blended and polished from the valve seat to the

edge of the letter C in the word “Spec” on the roof and floor of the intake port. The

side of the intake port may also be blended and polished from the valve seat to the

same point as the roof and floor. Absolutely no grinding or polishing along the side

walls where the spec logo is cast. Factory CNC port match must not be altered in

any way.

3. Exhaust Port - Exhaust seat may be blended into the exhaust bowl and exhaust

port may be polished as long as the word “Spec” in the roof of the exhaust port is

not touched and the exhaust port exit at the header flange remains in the original

as cast location, size and shape.

4. May machine for pushrod clearance.

G. Absolutely no enlarging, relocating or other altering of any head bolt hole, dowel hole,

or threaded hole in the head except as noted below:

1. May spot face head bolt holes after angle milling head.

2. Heli coils may be used for repairs.

3. Absolutely no grinding or polishing of rny kind anywhere on the casting, except in

the combustion chamber, and in the areas of the intake port and exhaust ports as

stated above, and for pushrod clearance.

H. Any internally repaired spec head must be recertified by Brodix.

I. Spec head checking fixtures will be used by WISSOTA officials to check all

specifications and dimensions listed above.

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Other Aluminum Cylinder Heads - 0-410 c.i. Restricted Engine Only

1. All heads must be of standard configuration, with G.M. exhaust on 1-2-1 and only two

(2) valves per cylinder.

2. No raised intake ports.

3. No canted valves.

4. GM or aftermarket heads must incorporate a standard valve angle of 23 degrees.

J. Only one ignition box allowed.

Cast Iron Head Engine [0-362 c.i.d.]

A. Must weigh 2300 pounds or more with driver after every race.

B. WISSOTA-approved cast iron heads only. No polishing, porting, grinding or adding of

foreign material to ports or runners. Combustion chamber may be polished.

1. Competition valve job permitted with the bottom cut not to exceed 3/4-inch below

actual valve seat – Ford and Chrysler only. 1" below actual valve seat on the

sportsman II head and 1-1/4 inch below actual valve seat on the bow-tie heads.

Any cut over 60 degrees must be cut with cutter not by a stone. Cut must be

concentric with valve guide.

C. The heads listed in C-1, C-2, C-3 and C-4 are WISSOTA's choice of cast iron heads.

1. Chevy "bowtie" heads - intake port size 1.240 width, 2.140 height; exhaust port

size 1.365 width, 1.300 height. No turbo heads.

2. World Products Sportsman II Part No. 1115, Casting No. 1-037. Early Sportsman

port sizes: Intake width 1.235, height 2.010. Exhaust width 1.420, height 1.500.

Later sportsman port sizes: Intake width 1.235, height 2.035; Exhaust width 1.425,

height 1.345. Newer sportsman port sizes: Intake width 1.240, height 2.050;

Exhaust width 1.425, height 1.420.

3. Chrysler W-2 heads only. Intake port size 1.350 width, 2.250 height; exhaust port

size 1.450 width, 1.440 height.

4. Ford S.V.O. cast iron head, part no.'s M-6049-E-351 and M-6049-N351. Intake port

size 1.10 width, 2.03 height; exhaust port size 1.20 width, 1.33 height.

Restricted Engine [0-410 c.i.d.]

A. 0-410 cubic inch must use the 1-1/8-inch restrictor plate.

B. Must weigh 2425 pounds or more after every race with driver.

C. Engine set-back may be up to six (6) inches from the center of lower ball joint to the

center of number one spark plug (NO tolerance).

ALL ENGINES WITH NON-SPEC HEADS MUST RUN THE UNIFORM STAMPED WISSOTA

RESTRICTOR PLATE DESCRIBED BELOW. CAR MUST THEN MEET MINIMUM WEIGHT OF

2425 POUNDS OR MORE AFTER EVERY RACE WITH THE DRIVER.

THERE WILL BE NO ENGINES ALLOWED THAT EXCEED 410 CUBIC INCHES

Restrictor Plate Option

The non-spec head engine will have to run a uniform stamped WISSOTA restrictor plate. This

restrictor plate must be purchased at an official WISSOTA outlet. No tampering of or

‘ defacing of restrictor plate allowed. Restrictor plate is 1/4-inch thick, and a

1-inch spacer may be used above the plate ONLY. The restrictor plate must have four (4)

round holes and the maximum size of the holes in the restrictor plate will be 1-1/8-inch. If car

using restrictor plate is checked, the plate must be taken off the car in the inspection area

with a WISSOTA official present. This will be the driver’s responsibility.

Sealed Crate Engine - GM CT525

1. Only sealed crate engines are allowed. May not be altered from stock condition.

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2. Must say “Crate” on left front roof post.

3. Mandatory ignition controller MSD p/n 6012 (this is used to check max. RPM).

4. Maximum RPM 7000.

5. May use any 4 barrel carburetor, gas or alcohol.

6. May use any headers.

7. Minimum weight with driver, after race, is 2300 pounds.

8. 10” maximum spoiler allowed.

9. The CT525 is 1.5” shorter from the back of the block to the center of the #1 plug.

If you do not move the 6” setback mounts, you will have to add 25 pounds of weight

in front of the midplate to comply with the rules.

10. Must follow all other WISSOTA Late Model rules.

Sealed Crate Engine - GM 604

1. Car must say “604” on the left front roof post.

2. May use any four barrel carburetor, gas or alcohol.

3. Maximum RPM 6800.

4. May use any headers.

5. Minimum weight with driver, after race, is 2250 pounds.

6. 10” maximum spoiler allowed.

7. Must follow all other WISSOTA Late Model rules.

WISSOTA Late Model Concept Engine

1. Any cast iron block, no unnecessary machine work inside or outside of block. No

lightening, no coating, painting, or any other work to inside of intake manifolds,

heads and block lifter galley allowed.

2. 362 cubic inch maximum.

3. 14 to 1 maximum compression.

4. Steel oil pan only, wet sump oil system, cast iron oil pump in stock location.

Oil pan must have an inspection hole.

5. Aluminum intake untouched. 7.25 inches from bottom of intake to base of

carburetor, including spacer and gaskets.

6. WISSOTA spec. Brodix Chevrolet SPCH, Ford SPFO, or Mopar SPMO spec heads,

ports as cast. Absolutely no removing, relocating, grinding, polishing, or defacing of

any letters or number cast into the Brodix WISSOTA Spec aluminum cylinder

heads. No work on the inside of heads including combustion chamber. Heads may

be angle milled, although valve angle must remain within 1 (one) degree of original

manufactured specification. Valve guides must remain in original angle and spacing

as manufactured. Valve guides may not be tapered, or thinned, or shortened in any

way. Absolutely no welding or adding of material of any kind to the head. May

machine for pushrod clearance. Absolutely no enlarging, relocating or other altering

of any head bolt hole, dowel hole, or threaded hole in the head except as noted

below. May spot face head bolt holes after angle milling head. Heli coils may be

used for repairs. Absolutely no grinding or polishing of any kind on head casting

except for pushrod clearance. Any internally repaired spec head must be recertified

by Brodix. Spec head checking fixtures will be used by WISSOTA officials to check

all specifications and dimensions.

7. Stud mount rocker arms only, no shaft rockers, 1.6 max. ratio, stud girdle allowed.

8. Steel valve spring retainers/locks only. No hollow stem or titanium valves. Valve

stem must be 11/32 in size.

9. Cast iron flat tappet cam, stock diameter journals, conventional stock diameter cast

iron lifters, no tooled steel lifters, no mushroom lifters.

10. Timing chain only; no gear drive.

11. Stock diameter babbit cam bearing only.

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12. Cam must be stock firing order, in stock location; no raised cams.

13. 7800 maximum RPM limit.

14. No crank trigger ignition.

15. Crankshaft: no under cutting of counterweights, no gun drilled mains. Crankshaft

must have a minimum weight as follows: Chevrolet 45 lbs., Ford 42 lbs., Mopar TBA.

16. Steel rods only.

17. Steel balancer only.

18. Must follow all other WISSOTA Late Model rules.

19. Alcohol fuel only.

All engine options are subject to review/change as deemed necessary. If rules do not

specifically say you can have said part, it means you cannot have said part or alterations

to said part.

[8] ASPIRATION AND FUEL

A. Fuel must be gasoline, ethanol-enriched gasoline or alcohol. No oxygenated fuel other

than methanol or ethanol is allowed. No nitrous oxide, or nitro. No nitrous devices

allowed. No nitro-methane or propylene oxide.

B. Carburetion - one (1) two- or four- barrel. No floatless carburetors allowed.

C. No fuel injection.

[9] ALUMINUM: SEE ENGINES UNDER [H]

[10] ENGINE PROTEST RULE: SEE SECTION 6 IN FRONT OF BOOK.

[11] PUMPING: SEE SECTION 7 IN FRONT OF BOOK.

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2017 WISSOTA MODIFIED RULES

Revised 11-16

NOTICE: PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS CLASS IS ALSO REQUIRED TO COMPLY

WITH ALL WISSOTA RULES SET FORTH IN:

SECTION 1 ..........................................................................................................GENERAL RULES

SECTION 2 ......................................................................................................GENERAL POLICIES

SECTION 3 ........................................................................................MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS

SECTION 4 ............................................................................................................POINT SYSTEM

SECTION 5 ..............................................................................................................ENGINE CLAIM

SECTION 6 ..............................................................................................ENGINE PROTEST RULE

SECTION 7 ..............................................................................................ENGINE PUMPING RULE

IN FRONT OF THIS RULE BOOK.

[1] ROLL CAGES

A. Main cage must consist of continuous hoops, minimum of 1.666 O.D. tubing, with a

minimum wall thickness of .095, must be frame mounted in at least 6 places. A

low-carbon or mild steel tubing is recommended. Other materials are subject to approval

by WISSOTA. No iron pipe or square tubing allowed. No brazing or soldering allowed.

B. Must consist of a configuration of front, rear and top hoops connected by tubing on sides

or side hoops. Driver’s head must not protrude above cage with helmet on and strapped

in seat. Roll cage must be securely supported and braced. Foot protection bar is required.

C. Door bars must be a minimum O.D. of 1.500 inches and a wall thickness of at least .095,

a fourth door bar is highly recommended. Side bars must be as parallel with the ground

as possible, and located perpendicular to the driver so as to provide maximum protection

for the driver, but without causing undue difficulty in getting into or out of the vehicle.

Side bars must be welded to the front and rear of the roll cage members and must be

attached to the frame in at least 4 places. No brazing or soldering allowed.

D. Low-carbon mild steel tubing is recommended. Other materials are subject to prior

approval. No iron pipe or square tubing allowed. No brazing or soldering allowed.

E. A safety vent bar is mandatory on every car. It must run from top door bar to A pillar bar.

A door plate is also mandatory on every car. Door plate must be minimum 18 gauge

steel, must be attached to the outside of the door bars and must go from top door bar to

bottom door bar. Door plate must also run from back of driver’s seat to at least five

inches in front of driver’s seat. Door plate can be welded or bolted to the outside of the

door bars.

F. Bumpers must be used both front and rear. Front bumper must be within the front

frame horns, using two parallel bars spaced no less then five (5) inches apart and a

maximum of eight (8) inches apart; maximum bumper width is 44 inches and both bars

must be completely even with each other. There may not be any square edges;

all corners must be round. Front surface may be flat, no excessive metal. (See diagram

on bumper dimensions.) Pipe must be of at least 1-1/4-inch metal and must be able to

support a lift by the wrecker. No body part can extend past front bumper. Front nosepiece

can be plastic but not lexan.

G. Rear bumpers and bars must not extend beyond width of rear tires.

H. Rear bumpers may be constructed of pipe or flat stock, but must not have any sharp

edges. No excessive metal.

I. Side rub rails must be securely fastened, consisting of one or two (if desired) parallel

bars. If two bars are used, they must be connected and all corners must be rounded. No

sharp edges. No excessive metal.

J. Rear bumper tubing must make a complete loop back to the frame. Bumper may be cut

off a maximum of two (2) inches outside the frame rails. Car must also have a mandatory

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Roof Can Have Max Slope Of 5” From Front To Back, Measured From Highest Point Of Roof, And Must Also Be Level Side To Side.

Must Have Less Than 2” Clearance At Rear Of Roof & Max Of 5” At Front

Min 42”

Max 56”

From

Ground To

Highest

Point Of

Roof

5” Max

Spoiler

Ground To Deck

Min. 28”, Max. 38”

4” Min. Clearance

Minimum 36”

Maximum 48”

12” Min.

18” Max.

72” Minimum

22” Min.

32” Max.

Door Height

4” Min. Clearance To Ground

Minimum 107” Wheel Base

42” Max. Center

Of Wheel To

Front Of Bumper Bars

5” Min

8” Max

At Deck,

Width

Must Be

Same

Front

To Back.

Maximum measure is 66”.

4” Slope Of Deck

Front To Back

Roof Panel

Front To Back

Min. 41” Max. 56”

Roof Panel

Side To Side

Min. 44”

Max. 50”

Max

Outside

Bumper

Width

44”

Max. 2” Outward Bow Of Sail Panel.

Sail Panels Must Be

Same Side-To-Side.

Back of roof can be curved forward a maximum of

2 inches.

Car must also have a mandatory fuel cell nerf bar/bumper, located a maximum of

14” off the ground, which protects the rear of the fuel cell.

5” Max Spoiler Height

Back Panel Is Optional

But Must Be 90° To Ground

If Used.

Min. 16”, Max. 24”

To Center Of Bumper

From Ground

Maximum Body Width At Bottom Of Panels Near The Ground.

You Are Not Allowed To “Flare” Bottom Edges Of Panels And

Exceed Maximum Measurement Of 78”.

Notes Related To Diagram:

Driver’s Compartment: Driver’s Compartment Must Be Totally Sealed From Engine And Race Track.

Slope Of Deck: There Can Be A Maximum Of 4” Slope Of Deck Front To Back. There Can Be 2” Of Slope From Front Of Cockpit To Back Of

Driver’s Seat And 2” Of Slope From Back Of Driver’s Seat To Rear Of The Deck. If Deck Is Level From Front Of Cockpit To Driver’s Seat, You

May Still Only Have 2” Of Slope From Back Of Driver’s Seat To Rear Of Deck. Top Of Interior Must Be Flush With The Top Of Doors And

Quarter Panels.

Escape Hatch: An Optional Escape Hatch May Be Used On Right Side Of Car By Bringing The Metal From Top Of Right Door Down To The

Driver’s Compartment No Higher Than 12” From The Floor Pan. Front And Rear Of Escape Hatch Must Be 90° Angle To Interior.

Doors: Front Of Doors May Stop In Vertical Line At Or Behind The Back Of The Engine Or May Be Raked From Bottom To Top As Described In

Section (2) Bodies.

Left Rear Tire: Left Rear Tire May Be Partially Outside Body And Nerf Bar And Be Visible From Front, Rear And Top.

Rear Panel: Rear Panel Must Be Solid And Attach To Deck, And Must Extend To Both Quarter Panels. It Must Be Securely Fastened.

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fuel cell nerf bar/bumper, located a maximum of 14” off the ground, which protects the

rear of the fuel cell.

[2] BODIES

A. 1970 or newer American compact passenger car only; no panel vans or station

wagons. Stock-appearing front windshield and rear window support unit; painted roll

bars are not an acceptable substitute. May utilize a flat half-windshield, with no wings,

mounted to the roll cage. Must have a minimum of three (3) windshield bars in front of

driver. Must have minimum 2” clearance of body around circumference of all tires when

car is sitting static at ride height and driver is in seat.

B. Firewall and floorboard are mandatory. Fiberglass or metal duplicates of body parts are

permitted. Handmade body parts may be constructed of steel, aluminum, or fiberglass.

Body must be the same width front to rear, and parallel to the frame.

C. Original roof line/rake must be maintained (see body diagram); full size roof only. May be

made from fiberglass, steel or aluminum must have front windshield and rear window

support posts. Roof bead rolls/fins/supports cannot be more than 3/4" high off the flat of

the roof with a maximum of five per roof. Rear roof sail may have a gradual curve from

rear edge of roof to top of spoiler not to exceed 3” above a straight line from rear edge

of roof to top of spoiler. This will be measured by placing a straight edge from rear edge

of roof to top of spoiler. Measured up to the highest point of roof sail, measured at a 90

degree angle to the straight edge this measurement may not exceed 3 inches. Sail panels

must be the same, side-to-side. Front of rear sail panel/roof post can be no further

forward than the back of the seat at shoulder height. Any reinforcing lips on rear of sail

panels must be 180 degree bends. WISSOTA Modifieds may use a 5” spoiler on the rear

of the deck. No other spoilers, wings or ground effects are allowed anywhere outside or

inside the car. Minimum side window openings is 12” measured at the lowest point at the

top of the window, whether roof or roll cage, to the highest point at bottom of window,

weather interior or body. Roof/rear sail panel can have a maximum of 2” outward bow

from top to bottom. Front roof post can be maximum 8” at bottom to 4” on top.

Aftermarket plastic manufactured molded roofs and rear roof posts/sail panels are

allowed as long as they meet the class’ roof, rear roof post/sail panel dimensions.

D. Rear spoiler supports maybe a maximum of 5” tall and 13” long, measuring from base of the

spoiler forward. Must taper down to a maximum of 2” tall at the front of the spoiler support.

May be 5” tall for a maximum of 8” forward from the top of the spoiler, then taper down to

2” at front of spoiler support. This will be measured with a template. Maximum of 3 spoiler

supports. If you use sail panels for support, you can have only 1 additional spoiler support.

E. Engine compartment can remain open or be can enclosed by side panels. Hood must be

enclosed at the rear, and the maximum hood scoop height is 6 inches. Door panels can be

a maximum of 32 inches from top to bottom including plastic runner at bottom of

door. The top of the body (door panel) should extend no further forward than the back of

the engine block. The bottom of the body (door panel) may extend up to 12 inches forward

from the back of the engine block. Rear of body (below rear deck) must have a solid panel

the width of the body and extending straight down. Panel must be a minimum of 8 inches

high; it is recommended that panel is painted a bright color and include car number.

MODIFIED SPOILER SUPPORT DIAGRAM

8”

3”

7.5”

5”

Max

Height

13”

2”

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F. Maximum of two 3 inch fins may be mounted on each side of the nosepiece (one on each

side of the car). Nosepiece may be a minimum of 6” above ground on front and sides. It

can be no wider than frame horns and no further back than radiator.

G. No plastic body parts allowed except for nose piece, door runner or quarter panel runner.

H. Driver- and passenger-side windows must have at least 12-inch vertical opening.

I. No car covers or covers on suspension parts. Boot covers allowed on shock rods only.

J. Must have full-length floor pan under driver (20-gauge minimum thickness steel or .125

aluminum).

[3] CHASSIS AND WHEEL BASE

A. Factory production complete full 1960 or newer parallel American passenger car

frames only. Frames may be cut in rear only at point not further than 36 inches from

center of rear-end housing. No front clips or tube-type allowed.

B. Frames may not be widened or narrowed and must be able to support roll cage on both

sides. Must be full and complete both sides. Front cross member must remain

intact where joined at the frame rails; center of cross member may be notched for

radiator and/or steering clearance only. Right front outside corner of frame rail cannot be

more than a maximum of 7.25” above the ground after the race. Frame may be notched

for tie rod clearance. Top of frame may be notched for A-arm clearance. Minimum frame

and body height from ground is four (4) inches (exception is front cross member).

C. No Jeep, Bronco, et al, or four-wheel-drive frames allowed. No sports car frames

allowed. No front-wheel-drive allowed.

D. No raising, altering or twisting of frame rails is allowed. No moving of suspension

mounts/holes. No intermingling of frame pieces. All factory holes must be present for

inspection. All mesurements must be within one half inch (either way) of OEM

measurements - no tolerance. Top front spring pocket must be present.

[4] SUSPENSION - FRONT AND REAR

A. These rules are subject to change as needed at any time for any reason as deemed by

WISSOTA in the best judgment or interest of the sport of Modified racing.

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1. Must remain stock-type for the type of frame being used. Steel aftermarket parts

may be used as stock components as long as they mount in the stock location and

are the same size as the OEM parts.

2. Aluminum and/or titanium components are strictly forbidden. Magnet must stick to all

components. No exotic materials allowed.

3. Stock passenger car spindles allowed. Three-piece aftermarket GM metric spindles

by Speedway Motors (part numbers 91034511 or 91034501) and Argo AMC Pacer

spindle (part number RP929) are allowed. Must use same steering arm side to side.

No other fabricated spindles are allowed. Bottom A-frames may not be altered,

lightened or moved and must match side-to-side.

4. Front sway bars may be used. Front sway bars must be made of steel and may be

attached to the bottom A-frame using steel heim joints. Must be solid full-length

OEM.

5. Only one mechanical traction device allowed. Only one pull bar or one lift arm is

allowed. No other options/configurations will be alllowed.

6. Floating, pivoting or rotating mounts or brackets of any sort (connected or associated

to the pull bar or lift arm) are not allowed.

7. Lift arm is defined as solid steel triangulated bar that is connected at the top (with

one heim) and bottom (with one heim) of the rear end housing extending forward

where it is connected to a shock (that may utilize only the heim directly related to that

one shock (one on each end), shock spring coil over combination (that may utilize

only the heims directly related to that one shock (one on each end) or a limiting chain

(with or without a biscuit for cushion - only one heim is allowed in this configuration).

One stabilizer bar is allowed to be located on the front of the lift arm from left to right

in the car.

8. Pull bar is defined as a continuous assembly (that may or may not contain a spring or

biscuit assembly located in line to absorb torque) that is connected to the top of the

rear end with one heim and extends forward to a solid mounting point located on the

chassis where it is connected with one heim. The mounting location at both the front

and rear of the pull bar may be adjustable but must remain constant during

competition (may not be adjustable from the cockpit). One additional shock is allowed

in the center of the car as a traction or safety device (for example: 90/10 over the

pull bar). Fifth shock is only allowed in relation to pull bar or lift arm (example 90/10

mounted inline with pull bar). This shock must run in the same direction as pull bar.

9. No brake bar is allowed with pull bar.

B. Front suspension: All components must be steel unaltered O.E.M. in O.E.M. location and

replaceable by O.E.M. parts. Bottom A-frame mounts and bottom A-frame bushings must

be in stock location. Bottom A-frame bushings must have bolt hole in the center of the

bushing, not an offset bolt hole. Exceptions are: tube type upper A-frames with or with

out cross shaft and mounts can be moved. Weight jack must be in original center line of

spring. Stock passenger car spindles only, no fabricated spindles. Ford Pinto spindles are

allowed. Spindles with bolt-on caliper bracket can have the caliper on the front side or

the back side of the spindle. Ball joint end of the bottom A-arm can be removed for rotor

clearance. Ball joint locations must follow ball joint rule. Welding a steel sleeve in the ball

joint hole in the bottom A-frame is allowed. Bottom ball joints must be mounted with the

pin pointed up; top ball joints must be mounted with the pin pointed down. Tie rod

ends/heim joints can be mounted under the steering arm. A spacer is allowed under the

steering arm. Both bottom A-frames cannot be altered or moved from stock location.

Spindles and bottom control arms must be the same from side-to-side. No aluminum or

fiberglass suspension or rear end parts allowed. Steering box must be O.E.M. and must

remain in orginal bolt pattern for frame being used. No rack and pinion steering allowed.

In cockpit steering may be modified to suit driver, but must be kept on the left side of

cockpit. No center steering allowed. Lower ball joint may be aftermarket, but must be

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steel and must remain in stock location, plus or minus .25 inch. Calipers cannot be

lightened and must be OEM. Rotors cannot be lightened. Rotors may be redrilled for

different bolt pattern or larger studs. No drilled lightned rotors allowed. Vented rotors only

front and back. Sixteen (16) vane rotors allowed. Slotted rotors are allowed. Must use

steel fasteners. Rear rotors must weigh a minimum of 6.5 lbs.

C. Rear suspension arms must be steel. All rear suspension radius rods, lift arms, panhard

bars must be of fixed solid design. Absolutely no hydraulic cylinder, bump rods, spring

rods, slider rods or shock type radius rods will be allowed to locate the rear end.

D. No remote or external canister type shocks allowed. Aluminum shock heim ends are

allowed. No more than two-way adjustable shocks. Conventional type (closed on one

end) shock absorbers only. Single shaft shocks only. Electronically controlled or

monitored shocks by any means or methods are not allowed. Cockpit-adjustable shocks

are not allowed. Driver cannot be able to adjust shocks while on track during a race.

Inerter shocks, J-damper shocks, active mass damper shocks, through-rod designed

shocks are not allowed. Shocks must be steel. Front half of shocks can be covered.

Coil over or coil over eliminator kit may be aluminum or steel. Dummy shock or slider

must be steel. May have aluminum heim ends. Coil overs allowed on rear end only. Lift

bar may have same type of coil-over as the rearend. Any live shock used must be steel.

E. Rear of frame may be altered to accept leaf or coil springs; any coil spring must be at

least 4.5 inches outside diameter. Steel springs only. No progressive or welded springs

are allowed, other than progressive springs on pull bars. No spring rubbers are allowed.

Spring wire diameter and coil spread must remain consistent from one end to the other;

last coil on each end may be closed and shaved off to create flat surfaces for mounting.

Conventional spring mounting devices only; no widgets, trick or spring-altering mounting

devices will be allowed. No limiting devices are allowed on front suspension components,

including but not limited in relation to: shocks, springs, upper or lower A-frames (except

where specific class rules allow specific alterations). No torsion bars allowed in rear.

F. No hydraulic, ratchet or electric weight jacks anywhere in or on car. No air shocks or air

bags allowed.

G. One shock per wheel only. Additional shocks in other locations permissible. One external

rubber or plastic bump stop is allowed on shocks. Bump stops cannot be more than 1/2”

high. Internal bump stops are not allowed.

H. Minimum wheelbase 107 inches [no tolerance] both sides. Maximum overall width

(front or rear) shall not exceed 78 inches from outside of tread to outside of tread.

I. Steel swedge tubes with steel heim joints are allowed.

J. Aluminum shock extensions are allowed.

K. Dummy shock/slider cannot have Schrader Valve or any other ports. Also, dummy

shock/slider cannot have any rod force.

L. Aluminum top A-frame cross shafts are allowed.

M. Must have brakes on each wheel; this includes 4 calipers and 4 rotors (no aluminum or

exotic materials calipers). Must be able to lock up all 4 wheels for inspection (brake

shutoff allowed on right front).

N. Shocks, springs, new designs/components

1. No cross connected shocks are allowed.

2. Any new chassis design or component designs pertaining to and/or but not limited

to shock absorber mounts must be submitted to WISSOTA for approval before they

will be permitted for use in competition. Manufacturer and/or competitor may be

required to disassemble for complete inspection before instatement of the new part

is permitted.

3. Shocks must mount vertically to the birdcage or clamp bracket.

4. Drop chain (limiting chain) is permitted on rear end only. Must mount vertically

between frame and clamp bracket.

5. A swing arm and/or Z-link suspension is permitted as long as the top and bottom

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solid links are mounted on hiems and run in the opposite directions of the bird cage.

The shock on a swing arm or Z-link rear suspension may mount to the bird cage or

the bottom radius rod.

O. Suspension Components

1. Any new chassis design or component design and or technology pertaining to and/or

containing suspension must be submitted to WISSOTA for approval before they will

be permitted for use in competition.

2. Frame and/or suspension mounts must be welded or bolted solid to the frame and

not move. ie floating, pivoting and/or rotating mounts and/or brackets of any sort are

not allowed.

3. Bolted components must match the correct bolt size with the hole.

P. Radius Rods

1. Radius rods must be minimum of 7/8

″ diameter O.D. Rods can be round, square, or

hex shaped. Rods must be minimum of .095 steel.

2. Heim joints must be minimum 5/8 and maximum of 3/4 steel heim. No rubber

bushings.

3. Only 2 two radius rods per side.

4. Radius rods must be spaced on the frame a minimum of 6

″.

5. Radius rods must be spaced on the bird cage a minimum of 6

″ and a max. of 12″.

6. Measurements will be made from center of each radius rod bolt.

Q. Birdcages

1. Birdcages may consist of multiple barrels but must bolt or weld together to work as

one single barrel birdcage.

2. Limited to one (1) bird cage per side.

3. Shock(s) and radius rods must mount to the birdcage.

4. Floating, pivoting and/or rotating mounts and / or brackets of any sort are not

allowed. All brackets or mounts attached to the birdcage must be bolted or welded

solid.

[5] TIRES AND WHEELS

A. The Hoosier WISSOTA 35W tire will be the only tire allowed on the car. There will be no

defacing or altering of manufacturer identification marks or numbers on the tires.

No softening or treating of tires is allowed. Siping and grinding are allowed; grooving is not

allowed. No tire needling.

B. All wheels must be WISSOTA-certified, stamped and stickered with WISSOTA logo.

Steel wheels only: maximum 8-inch wheels; bead locks will be allowed on the right rear

and right front wheels only: 3/4-inch tolerance will be allowed for bead lock. If screws are

used, the wheels may not exceed the 8-inch limit. No modifications allowed on wheels.

Steel bead lock only. Wheel spacer and/or adapter from the rotor to the rim cannot

exceed 1-inch total thickness and may be aluminum.

C. Any hard-surface wheel disc, when used, must be mounted under a bead lock or

bolted on wheel with at least three (3) bolts. No other hard-surface wheel discs

allowed. Wheel spacers/adapter may not exceed one (1) inch.

[6] DRIVE TRAIN

Transmissions & Clutch Rules

A. All cars must have transmission with working clutch.

B. All transmissions with working clutch must be able to shift to forward and reverse with

engine running.

C. No in or out box transmissions are allowed.

D. All cars must start and move both in forward and reverse without being pushed or

pulled onto the race track.

E. No ball spline type transmissions allowed.

F. All transmissions must have a stock type slip yoke.

G. Quick change transmissions allowed.

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H. Drive shafts must be a minimum outside diameter of 2" and must use a conventional slip

yoke design. Drive shafts must be constructed of steel and painted white.

Rear-Ends

A. Any passenger car or truck stock appearing rear end may be used. Quick change

rearends are also allowed but with steel tubes only. Aluminum spool allowed in quick

change only. All bird cages, pullbar mounts, pinion mounts, J bar/panhard bar mounts and

all other bolt-ons must be steel. 10” ring and pinion only.

B. No limited slip type rear ends allowed (Gold Tracker, Detroit Locker, etc.)

C. No lightwight metal rear ends allowed, including aluminum, magnesum, titanium or exotic

materials. No aluminum or exotic metal hubs, hats, rotors, calipers, A-frames, spindles,

drive shafts or weight jacks allowed.

D. The only aluminum allowed on the rear end is as follows: aluminum leaf spring spacer

blocks, shackles, shock heim ends, drive plates and dust caps. In addition, aluminum or

magnesium quick change center section is allowed. Aluminum ring and pinion carrier in

quick change is allowed.

[7] ENGINES

Cylinder Heads The following machining can be done to cylinder heads in the following

engine combinations: 0-362 c.i. Spec Engine, 0-410 c.i. Claimer Engine, and WISSOTA

Modified Concept Engine (this does not apply to the GM 604 Sealed Crate Modified

Engine: All heads, including stock and aftermarket heads in all options, can have guide

plates installed. Push tube area of heads can be opened up. Valve guide seals can be

installed. You are allowed to replace valve guides but must follow stock geometry. Can

use valve spring buckets/valve spring locators. Valve spring shims are allowed. Heads

can be milled according to class rules and specific milling rules. Must follow all other class

rules.

0-362 c.i. Spec Engine

A. The word "Spec" must be in bold letters on hood, hood scoop or on left front window

post in clear view of officials.

1. No aluminum heads, no aluminum blocks.

B. Head Rule - Spec Engine Only WISSOTA-approved cast iron heads only. No polishing,

porting, grinding or adding of foreign material to ports or runners. Combustion chamber

may be polished.

1. Competition valve job permitted with the bottom cut not to exceed 3/4-inch below

actual valve seat – Ford and Chrysler only. 1 inch below actual valve seat on the

sportsman II head and 1-1/4 inch below actual valve seat on the bowtie heads.

Any cut over 60 degrees must be cut with cutter not by a stone.

2. Roller rockers and roller cams allowed.

C. The heads listed in C-1, C-2, C-3 and C-4 are WISSOTA's choice of cast iron heads.

1. Chevy "bowtie" heads. Intake port size 1.240 width, 2.140 height; exhaust port

size 1.365 width, 1.300 height. No turbo heads.

2. World Products Sportsman II Part No. 1115, Casting No. 1-037 port sizes.

Early Sportsman: Intake width 1.235, height 2.010; Exhaust width 1.420, height

1.500. Later Sportsman: Intake width 1.235, height 2.035; Exhaust width 1.425,

height 1.345. Newer Sportsman: Intake width 1.240, height 2.050; Exhaust width

1.425, height 1.420.

3. Chrysler W-2 heads only. Intake port size 1.350 width, 2.250 height; exhaust port

size 1.450 width, 1.440 height.

4. Ford S.V.O. cast iron head, part no.'s M-6049-E351 and M-6049-N351. Intake port

size 2.05 width, 1.220 height; exhaust port size 1.575 width, 1.486 height.

D. No dry sumps allowed. No external engine oil pumps of any kind allowed. No vacuum

pump/air pumps allowed.

E. No titanium or exotic materials parts allowed except for valves and retainers.

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F. Minimum 3/4-inch inspection hole in side of oil pan 2-1/2 inches down from pan rail in

line with a journal. Inspection hole must be easily accessible to inspector.

G. The intake manifold height limit is a maximum of 7-1/4 inches from the bottom of intake at

valve galley rail to base of carburetor. Any spacer may be used to raise carb to the

7-1/4-inch height. A maximum of 300 thousandths of material is allowed between the

bottom of the intake manifold and the lifter galley rail.

H. No magnetos. GM HEI distributor can be interchanged in Ford and Mopar engines.

I. Any American-made engine may be used as long as rear of engine (bellhousing flange)

is mounted at least 72 inches forward from the centerline of the rear axle. Engine offset

must be kept within the frame rails.

J. These cars must weight a minimum of 2,450 pounds after all races with the driver and

weight must be posted on side of race car in view of officials.

K. NO CLAIM on spec engine - this engine cannot be claimed and it cannot claim.

RPM Chip Rule All cars must run a functioning 8500 RPM chip in the ignition system.

Working dial RPM boxes are also acceptable. Ignition system components must not be

within the driver’s reach while in the race car. A rotary or clicker box may be used to limit

RPMs. Violation of the RPM rule is a speed infraction as defined in general rules.

0-410 c.i. Claimer Engine

A driver using this type of engine can be claimed and can claim.

A. No aluminum heads or blocks allowed.

B. Stud mounted roller rockers allowed. No offset roller rocker arms allowed. 1.5 maximum

rocker arm ratio. Ford can run 1.60 rocker arms. No roller cam. Lifters must be steel or

iron and must be free to rotate.

C. 0 - 410 c.i.d. Engine

1. 0 - 410 c.i.d. Spec head rule. WISSOTA approved cast iron heads only.

No polishing, porting, grinding or adding of foreign material to ports or runners.

Combustion chamber may be polished. Competition valve job permitted with the

bottom cut not to exceed 3/4 inch below actual valve seat – Ford and Chrysler only.

1 Inch below actual valve seat on the sportsman II head and 1-1/4 inch below

actual valve seat on the bow-tie heads. Any cut over 60 degrees must be cut with

cutter, not by a stone.

2. Chevy "bowtie" heads. Intake port size 1.240 width, 2.140 height: Exhaust port

size 1.365 width, 1.300 height. NO TURBO HEADS.

3. World products sportsman part number 1115, casting number 1-037. Intake port

size 1.235 width, Exhaust port size 1.425 width, 1.345 height. Early sportsman:

Intake 1.235 width, 2.010 height: Exhaust 1.420 width, 1.500 height

4. Ford S.V.O. cast iron head. Part number M-6049 – E351 and world products part

number 053020B, casting number 1-051, Intake port size 1.10 width, 2.03 height;

Exhaust port size 1.20 width, 1.33 height.

5. Chrysler W-2 heads only. Intake port size 1.350 width, 2.250 height; Exhaust port

size 1.450 width, 1.440 height.

6. Heads listed in C-2, C-3, C-4, and C-5 are the only spec heads allowed on the

0-410 engine.

D. Non-spec heads allowed that can be ported. Chrysler or Ford stock production cast

iron cylinder heads (this does not include W-2 or SVO head). GM straight plug casting

number allowed: 461, 461X, 462, 291, 186, 187, 040, 041, 041X and 492 (No GM

angle plug or turbo heads allowed). These cars must weigh a minimum of 2500 lbs.

after race with driver. Weight must be posted on side of race car in view of officials.

E. 0-410 engines using any other cast iron heads than the ones covered in C-2, C-3, C-4

and C-5 and letter D, whether ported or unported, must weigh a minimum of 2550 lbs.

After race with driver. Weight must be posted on side of race car in view of officials.

F. 0-410 c.i.d. intake manifold rule. Maximum height limit of 7-1/4 inches from bottom of

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intake at valve galley rail to base of carburetor. Any spacer can be used to raise

carburetor. Spacer may have four holes or open plenum.

G. No dry sumps allowed.

H. No magnetos. Only one ignition box allowed.

I. Any American made engine may be used as long as rear of engine (bellhousing flange)

is mounted at least 72 inches forward from the centerline of the rear axle. Engine off

set must be kept within the frame rails.

J. These weight differences may be adjusted up or down at a later date at the discretion

of WISSOTA.

K. One (1) radiator; it must be mounted in front of engine.

L. No vacuum pump/air pump allowed.

M. No crank trigger ignitions allowed.

N. Maximum RPM chip rule: 7200 RPM.

WISSOTA Modified Concept Engine

1. Any cast iron block, no unnecessary machine work inside or outside of block. No

lightening, no coating, painting, or any other work to inside of intake manifolds,

heads and block lifter galley allowed.

2. 362 cubic inch maximum.

3. 14 to 1 maximum compression.

4. Steel oil pan only, wet sump oil system, cast iron oil pump in stock location.

Oil pan must have an inspection hole.

5. Aluminum intake untouched. 7.25 inches from bottom of intake to base of

carburetor, including spacer and gaskets.

6. WISSOTA spec Brodix Chevrolet SPCH, Ford SPFO, or Mopar SPMO spec heads,