Demolition Derby Nova Scotia Style
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Demolition Derby

 

General REGULATIONS:

 

1. Any entries MUST be filed NO LATER THAN AUGUST 13, 2003, and only one (1) entry per person. Entries WILL NOT be accepted after this date. Officials reserve the right to accept or reject any application.

2. Each car entry of $25.00 includes admission for the driver and one (1) pit crew member to the Exhibition Grounds. (must be a minimum of 16 years or age)

3. Only American made full bodied passenger cars & station wagons will be allowed. NO trucks, carry-alls, limousines, convertibles or four-wheel drive vehicles are allowed. NO IMPERIALS ALLOWED.

4. NO derby cars are permitted in the competition area (track field) prior to the actual competition. All cars will go through a tech inspection for approval before entering the competition area.

5. ANYONE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF INTOXICATING BEVERAGE OR DRUGS, prior to or during the competition will be disqualified.

6. A car will be disqualified if the drivers' door comes open during the event.

7. There will be NO "BUDDY SYSTEM" or SANDBAGGING. This may result in disqualification. HITS MUST BE AGGRESSIVE. SIMPLE CONTACT within the time limit DOES NOT constitute combat and COULD LEAD TO DISQUALIFICATION.

8. There will be NO hitting on the drivers' door and no head on crashes.

9. When your vehicle is out of competition, the white flag attached to the vehicle by the derby committee personnel is to be broken off. Any competitors hitting a vehicle with a broken flag on purpose will be disqualified.

10. There will be a horn used for starting, stopping, and caution stops as needed for the competition. This must be adhered to at all times.

11. A drivers' meeting will be held at 6:30pm. All cars must be through tech inspection by this time.

12. The Nova Scotia Provincial Exhibition, the derby committee, or sponsors of the event are not responsible for any cars, parts or personal property before, during or after the show.

13. ALL CARS MUST be removed from the track and pit area IMMEDIATELY following the competition.

14. These rules supersede any, and all rules which may have been previously in effect.

15. The decisions of the officials will be FINAL.

16. A pick-up service for wrecks will be available if needed

 

Demolition Derby

 

CAR SET UP:

 

1. Stock gas tank MUST be removed. An auxiliary tank MUST be no further forward than the rear of the front seat.

2. Auxiliary gas tanks MUST be securely fastened. NO bungee cords, wood, or rope can be used.

3. Fire shield MUST be placed between the driver and the tank. Fire shield is a non-flammable material securely fastened around the tank, completely covering the tank, to keep gas from splashing on the driver if it should rupture. The back of the rear seat will serve as a fire shield if the tank is mounted in the trunk. However, any and all holes in the rear ledge MUST be covered.

4. ABSOLUTELY NO one (1) gallon or five (5) gallon carrying cans (gas cans) are allowed to be used for auxiliary tanks. The auxiliary tank MUST be made of steel or neoprene and MUST have gas line fittings in place. NO lines can be jammed in through a hole and sealed. A securely installed fitting will be acceptable.

5. Any fuel leakage will lead to immediate disqualification. Electrical fuel pumps are permitted, but must have a fuel shut off switch within driver reach.

6. ALL glass MUST be removed (not smashed out). This includes all outside mirrors, taillights, headlights, and windshields. Any broken glass MUST be removed from the car. Rolling the windows down is NOT acceptable.

7. Safety glasses, goggles or face shield MUST be worn. Approved safety helmets MUST also be worn. (D.O.T. approved with chin straps.)

8. Chrome mouldings, antenna, sun-visors, and dangerous objects MUST be removed.

9. Approved seat belts are required. (Original Manufacturers Equipment)

10. NO roll cage or supporting bars are allowed inside cars.

11. Only one (1) automotive type battery is permitted and it may be located in any position in the car. Battery MUST be securely fastened and covered.

12. It is recommended the engine mounts be chained, wired, or welded down.

13. Radiator and transmission cooler MUST remain in original position OR be removed.

14. NO cutting front bumper ends. Fenders may be cut for wheel clearance ONLY.

15. Cars MUST be CLEANED OF ALL DEBRIS prior to coming to the track.

16. All cars MUST have brakes.

17. All entries MUST have a 24" diameter hole in the hood around the carburetor.

18. All doors MUST be securely fastened by chain, wire, or welded.

19. The drivers' door MAY be reinforced on the outside using plate steel, or grader blades. Reinforcing material MUST NOT extend more than one foot ahead of or behind the drivers' door.

20. Hood may be fastened down in four places. Trunk or tailgate may be fastened in four places. Wire or chain (no bigger than 1/4") may be through each hole. NO bolts, pins or washers can be used. NO welds on hood, truck or tailgate.

21. ALL fastened trunk lids MUST have a 12" diameter inspection hole cut in the trunk lid.

22. Rear bottom seat cushion MUST be removed.

23. Only stock bumpers are allowed. Any trailer hitches MUST be completely removed. NO reinforcing.

24. ABSOLUTELY NO REINFORCING, ALTERING, OR WELDING rear leaf springs. Leaf springs MUST conform to stock equipment.

25. NO blocked shocks, spring jacks, or shackles. Car MUST have free suspension. Air shock lines MUST be cut.

26. Both front doors SHOULD BE PAINTED WHITE and left blank for your number until it is approved. Special numbers can be requested on the entry form BUT are on a "first come, first served" basis.

27. Cars may only be decorated in good taste.

28. All work on the cars MUST be completed before entering track area.

29. NO double or liquid filled tires. Tires MUST not exceed 15" or 4 ply load range "B" rating. NO studs or screw in rims to hold tires.

30. Welding or chaining of parts or body to frame is NOT allowed.

31. All cars will be inspected before the derby.

32. A driver $100.00 protest fee is required to contest another car. Fee will be refunded if car is found ineligible.

 

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