Racers...
All classes must pass tech and be tagged prior to start of race, or any qualifying. It is the responsibility of the driver to ensure all components of the safety rules and regulations are met.
Classes Defined
Small Tire Class
Definition... any vehicle that is modified for off-road recreational use.
- 30" to 43" tire
Unlimited Class
Definition... any purpose built off road vehicle for the intent of racing or competition.
- 44" tire and over
GENERAL VEHICLE COMPONENTS
-The vehicle occupants must be able to quickly and easily enter and exit unassisted with the vehicle in any position.
- All vehicles must have an all-metal firewall separating the occupants’ compartment from the danger of fire from the engine and fuel supply.
- Floorboards are required on all vehicles and must cover the entire area from in front of the pedal assembly to behind the seat(s), and from the outside edge to the outside edge of the vehicle.
-Loose objects and materials, all vehicles must be free and clear of loose objects, including sub boxes, tools, jacks, recovery equipment, coolers, slip tanks, fuel jugs bottles, cans, clothing etc.
-Recovery points, must be available and clearly marked at both the front and rear of each vehicle, and as well secure and rated for the recovery and weight of the vehicle.
HELMET
-Small Tire Class - will be permitted to wear dirt bike style or motorcycle style full face, or open face helmets. Beanie or skull bucket type will Not be permitted.
-Unlimited Class - helmets must be approved by, and bear the sticker of, one of the following: Snell or DOT. All helmets must work in conjunction with neck ring / HANS device. Full face helmets are highly recommended.
EYE PROTECTION
-Shatter resistant eye protection is required for all competitors.
NECK BRACE
- Neck braces are required for all competitors. Neck braces should be worn and provide adequate support and have a fire-resistant covering in good or like- new condition.
RACE SUIT
-Small Tire Class - will be permitted to wear fire retardant Outerwear (coveralls are NOT approved). One-piece fire suits are recommended but not required. Suits must cover from the neck to the ankles and to the wrists.
-Unlimited Class - single layer fire suits are required (coveralls are NOT approved). Suits must cover from the neck to the ankles and to the wrists. The suits must not have any holes, rips, or tears, nor be worn thin. Suits must also be free from any petroleum-based contaminants.
- A minimum of a two-layer fire suit, is recommended. Fire resistant gloves and footwear are very highly recommended.
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
-Two 2.5lb Fire extinguishers are required in all classes. One securely fastened to vehicle outside and one fastened in the cab.
SEAT BELTS
-Small Tire Class, OEM type seat belts are acceptable, and must be in good working condition, 5-point safety harnesses are highly recommended.
-Unlimited Class, 5-point harness are required.
RECOVERY
-All classes must have a winch line weight or synthetic winch line, recovery strap and shackle.
WINDOW NETS
-Window nets are not required but highly recommended
DOORS
-All vehicles must have doors or door bars that hold them in at shoulder height protecting the driver and co-driver in case of a rollover.
ROOF
-All vehicles must have a metal plate minimum .125 thick fastened over the occupants heads on the cage to prevent injuries in the case of a rollover.
-When sitting in the vehicle your hands should not pass the brow bar. They must be even with or inside the cab.
ROLLCAGE
-Roll cages are required for all classes to prevent injuries in case of a rollover.
-3800lbs and under 1.75".120 tube on all main halos a-pillars, b-pillars and chassis. Filler tubes and cross braces can be o.d.
-3800lbs to 7000lbs minimum 2".120 wall tube.
-7000lbs and up must use minimum 2".188 wall on the main halo or have a 2".120 double halo with heavy trussing. All drivers must have an X or Y behind the driver.
-Seat belt bars will be 1 to 2 inches below the shoulder no higher, no lower.
-Any bars or roof over the seats will be a minimum of 5" above the heads of both driver and co-driver with helmets on.
FLUIDS & CONTAINMENT
-All participants and racers will take responsibility for any spills or environmental damage caused by fluids. No fluids are to be disposed of on site.
-Work areas (pit area) must be lined with tarp to prevent fluid transfer to the ground.
MUFFLERS / EXHAUST
- Mufflers are required on all vehicles. Exhaust system outlet must extend a minimum of one foot past the rear of the occupants’ compartment; be directed rearward out of the body away from the occupants, fuel cells and tires.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
-Kill switch recommended but not required.
-Wiring to be in good condition, and run in a manner to not rub, creating electrical or fire hazards.
FUEL: PLUMBING
-Small Tire Class - Fuel tanks and fuel cells must be securely mounted, ratchet straps and bungee cords are NOT permitted for securement. Jerry cans and marine type fuel cans are NOT permitted.
-Unlimited Class - approved fuel cells are required, OEM fuel tanks are approved, Alcohol and nitromethane are permitted.
General
Drivers meeting
- All competitors must attend the Driver’s Meeting. Specific information is given at these meetings, as is posting of running order and staging assignments. Failure to attend is not an excuse for infractions, rule changes or not knowing information given at the Driver’s Meeting.
Course
-Course will be set using gate markers, flags ribbons or cones, it is driver’s responsibility to know and understand racecourse. Map of course will be provided prior to race start and or course pre run or walk through will be available. Driver must pass between gate markers in order, failure to do so will result in penalties or DQ
Penalties, DQ
-To be discussed at drivers meeting.
-Vehicles late to stage may result in time penalty or DQ
-Zero tolerance for the abuse of any volunteer or track staff, abuse may result in penalties or disqualification from event.
Alcohol / Illegal substance
-Drivers, co drivers, pit crew are to be free from the effects of alcohol or illegal substances while operating, racing, driving, or assisting during race time or competition.
*** Thunder Mountain Off Road Park race officials have the right to modify, amend or make changes to rules as needed to create a safe and competitive environment.