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VRA MIDGET 2011 Rules
2011 VRA
Technical Specifications |
Design and
Construction
All phases of design and construction
are subject to the approval of the VRA
Technical Director. The Chief Steward
and the Technical Director may exclude
any car, design or construction, which
they deem unsafe or not meeting the
specifications, the spirit and/or the
intentions of the rules contained
herein.
Dimensions and
Weight
A. The wheelbase must be at least
66 inches and no more than 76 inches.
B. The overall width will be a
maximum of 65 inches.
C. All cars must weigh a minimum
of 1,050 lbs., including water, oil,
fuel, and with the driver or without the
driver - 900 lbs..
D. Cars powered by four cylinder,
horizontally-opposed, two valves per
cylinder, intake and exhaust valves,
in-line and on the same axis, must weigh
1,000 lbs., including water, oil, fuel,
and with the driver or without the
driver - 850 lbs..
E. Cars may be weighed prior to
and/or following any event.
F. All ballast, excluding
floorpans, must be securely bolted
within the confines of the frame tubes
and must be forward of the rear engine
mounting plate and behind the front
axle.
Car Construction
A. All cars shall be rear drive
only. Engine offset is limited to a
maximum of one (1) inch, (two inches
overall), from the chassis centerline as
measured at the centerline of the
crankshaft. Engine inclination is
limited to forty-five degrees from
vertical as measured from the vertical
centerline of the cylinder bore. V type
engines are limited to 45 degrees
inclination from vertical as measured
from the centerline of the cylinder
bore. Only torque tube type drivelines,
utilizing only one u-joint, will be
allowed. The torque tube must be bolted
directly to the face of the rear axle
center section without any
interruptions; the torque tube must be
one solid piece. All cars must be
equipped with a drive shaft restraining
hoop securely attached to the chassis.
Minimum hoop material is one inch X .095
steel tubing. Radius rods may not be
attached within the confines of the
cockpit.
B. The driver shall be seated
directly behind the engine and on the
centerline of the chassis. The cockpit
opening must be at least five hundred
(500) square inches measured on a plane
parallel to the ground and level with
the uppermost part of the body or
windscreen.
C. All Body panels must be
readily removable. Body panels rigidly
attached to the frame, to prevent
chassis flex, will not be permitted. The
car's bodywork must be on the centerline
of the chassis.
D. The front part of the body,
known as the nose assembly, shall not be
wider than the parallel lines of the
body and may not exceed the width of the
frame. The nose assembly may not extend
forward beyond the confines of the front
bumper. The top surface of the nose may
not be dished or concave more than one
(1) inch. This dimension will be
measured from a straight edge lying on
the longitudinal axis of the car. This
one (1) inch dimension includes any
flairs or wicker bills. Vertical spill
plates are not allowed. The positioning
of the nose may not extend above or
below the downtube more than two inches.
Any air deflector that is used to direct
air for cooling shall be completely
inside the confines of the nose and the
solid sides of the nose shall cover this
deflector. This deflector will not be
movable.
E. The engine must be covered
with a cowling or hood secured in place.
The hood or cowling need not enclose the
sides of the engine. A forward facing
scoop, or ducting, supplying “forced air
induction” to the injection inlets is
not permitted. Side panels covering the
sides of the engine may not extend
vertically any higher than any part of
the hood covering the engine bay behind
the front engine mount. A maximum
overlap of two inches is allowed for
proper fastening. Side panels that
include exit ducts may not extend more
than 5 inches from the frame rails and
may not extend past the front engine
plate. These ducts must start behind the
front axle. The sides of the frame must
be covered from the firewall to the
leading edge of the seat
F. Right side cockpit panels may
be a maximum of 33 1/2 inches high as
measured from the top of the bottom
frame tube at the motor plate and
projected rearwards. Left side cockpit
panels may be a maximum of 20 1/2 inches
high as measured from the top of the
bottom frame tube at the motor plate and
projected rearward. Any hood or cowl
panels higher than 33 1/2 inches on the
right side and 20 1/2 inches on the left
side may not extend rearward past a
point 24 inches forward of the rear
vertical (or most forward) roll cage
tube. Side panels cannot extend rearward
past the rear diagonal roll cage
tube/brace or an imaginary line between
the back edge of the rear torsion tube
and the back edge of the rear roll cage
member. The rear roll cage member is
defined as the top tube behind the
driver where the a-frame connects.
Regardless of the imaginary line, side
panels may not extend horizontally
beyond the most rearward cage uprights.
The trailing edge of side panels may be
flared a maximum of one inch. Sail
panels between the rear cage upright and
brace are allowed. Sail panels may not
extend past the structural rear downtube.
Regardless of roll cage construction,
sail panels may not extend rearward past
a vertical line from the most rearward
torsion tube. This rearward vertical
line cannot be more than 14 inches from
the back edge of the rear axle, also
this panel may not be any wider than
twelve inches (12) wide above the
allowed right side panel height. Sail
panels may not be flared outward. Sail
panels may not extend forward past a
cross plane established by the most
rearward part of the seat.
G. All cars must have a
floorboard or bellypan, utilizing
aluminum or equivalent alloy, under the
cockpit area. The bellypan must extend
from the engine plate to behind the
leading edge of the seat. Bellypans or
floorboards must be bolted to the
chassis in the cockpit area and should
be mounted above the frame mounting
tabs. The bellypan may not extend
rearward past the leading edge of the
rear axle and must be flat from side to
side without any aerodynamic aids.
Horizontal panels may not extend below
the plane of the underpan or fuel tank.
It is recommended that a fireproof
absorbent pad be used under the engine.
H. Sun visors are limited to five
(5) inches in length from top to bottom
including any tabs, extensions, etc. and
may not be wider than the width of the
cage. Sun visors cannot extend above the
cage. Sun visors must be flat on both
sides without any bends, wickers or
aerodynamic advantages. For fan
recognition, all teams are encouraged to
place the drivers' name on their visors
in large letters. Panels may be attached
to the inside of the nerf bars providing
they are parallel to the centerline of
the chassis, perpendicular to the ground
and not lower than the bottom frame
tube. These panels must be securely
bolted within the confines of the nerf
bar on all sides and not be more than 10
inches in height and 36 inches in
length. Nerf bar panels may be no
thicker than .125 inch. Any loose or
damaged panels, during an event, could
subject the car to a black flag penalty.
I. Airfoils, wings, spoilers or
other aerodynamic appendages will not be
permitted. The Chief Steward or
Technical Director may have any panel or
part removed which in their opinion is
not within the spirit or intent of this
rule.
J. With the exception of
suspension components, induction and/or
exhaust systems and nerf bars, no
accessory or component of the car may
extend more than 6 inches from the main
frame tubes. Cylindrical oil tanks
mounted outside the frame, behind the
engine must be mounted as close to the
frame as practical.
K. Rear view mirrors are not
permitted.
Roll Cage
A. All cars must have a roll cage that
is integral with the frame and does not
encroach upon an imaginary cylinder, 20
inches in diameter, extending through
the top cockpit opening directly above
the seat. The roll cage must be
adequately braced fore and aft, and side
to side, to secure it in an upright
position in case of rollover. The roll
cage must be gusseted in all four
corners with tubular gussets 11/16 inch
OD X .095 wall thickness or 7/8 inches
OD X .065 wall thickness. Gussets must
be attached a minimum of 2 inches from
the centerline of the angle being
gusseted. The roll cage should extend
four inches above the driver's helmet
when seated in the driving position. Any
manufacturer wishing to produce a design
that is a departure from standard Midget
car construction must submit a finite
analysis report for the roll cage
structure proving their design is equal
in strength.
B. Roll Cage Construction
1. Cars constructed after 1/1/95
4130 steel tubing - Minimum O.D. 1-3/8;
Minimum wall thickness .095
2. Cars constructed after 1/1/98
main uprights forming the roll cage must
be a minimum of 1-3/8 inches O.D. x .095
wall thickness.
C. No water or oil coolers are to
be placed above or beside the cockpit
opening.
Fuel System
A. A conventional tail tank, fuel
cell and the fuel contained must be
carried on the centerline of the chassis
and be located
behind the driver. All cars must be
equipped with a fuel cell and tail tank
meeting the requirements of VRA and SFI
Specifications 28.2. Tail tanks may not
be made from aluminum, carbon fiber or
carbon/Kevlar material. The conventional
tail tank shape cannot be modified and
must be of one-piece construction. Spill
plates, skirts or air deflectors may not
be attached or used to aerodynamically
enhance the tail tank. Any tail tank
surface that is modified to provide
access for the fuel cell must, when
covering this opening, maintain the same
shape as the original tank. Any cover
used must be securely bolted around its
entire perimeter.
B. The minimum capacity of the
tank must be 18 U.S. gallons.
C. The tail tank must be
constructed and supported in a manner
that will insure every precaution has
been taken to avoid rupture or breakage.
All tanks must have a minimum of four
mounts to the chassis. Mounting points
must have inner and outer plates
attached to the shell. These plates must
be of adequate size to insure the tank
being secure to the chassis. Fuel tanks
may not be mounted to the chassis
utilizing any portion of the access
plates or the nut plates bonded into the
fuel bladder. All access covers must be
made of material equal to or greater
than 2024 T4 aluminum .1875 in
thickness. It is highly recommended that
the fuel tank have an adequate
supporting structure under the forward
section of the lowest portion of the
tank. This structure should follow the
contour of the tank and be welded or
securely attached to the frame of the
car on each side.
D. The main fuel supply line must
use high performance fittings and hose.
Braided stainless steel AN line is
recommended.
E. A flush or screw type cap is
mandatory. The top access cover must be
installed in direct contact with the
fuel cell. A protective cover may be
used on the top of the tail tank
providing it is no more than 9 inches in
height, 12 inches in length and not
wider than the top (head rest) of the
tank.
F. The tank vent must have a
check valve.
G. The engine must be equipped
with a fuel shut-off device located
within easy reach of the driver.
Firewall
An effective firewall of metal at least
0.0625 inch thick or other approved fire
retarding material must be installed
between the engine compartment and the
cockpit. It must be as leak proof as
practical. The motor plate may not be
made from carbon fiber, honeycomb, or
other composite materials.
Revolving Parts
A suitable guard must shield all
revolving parts inside the cockpit.
Bumpers
A. The car must be equipped with
a rear bumper securely fastened to the
structural components of the chassis and
designed without any stubs pointing
downward.
B. The bumper should follow the
contour of the tail and have adequate
clearance to permit moving the car by
the bumper. The bumper must be squared
at the rear.
C. The bumper must be constructed
of SAE 4130 or equivalent tubing with a
minimum O.D. of 7/8 inch and having a
minimum wall thickness of .065 inch and
a maximum wall thickness of .120 inch.
No ballast is allowed in the bumper
tubing.
D. All cars must have a tubular front
bumper with a minimum O.D. of 3/4 inch
extending forward not more than 21
inches from the leading edge of the
front axle. Bumpers must be constructed
so as not to cause a safety hazard.
Nerfing Bars
A. All cars must be equipped with rear
wheel nerf bars. The right rear nerf bar
cannot extend beyond the outside of the
right rear tire when the right rear tire
is at maximum offset.
B. Nerf bars must be constructed
from 4130 or equivalent tubing having a
maximum O.D. of one inch and a minimum
O.D. of 7/8 inch. Wall thickness is
limited to a minimum of .065 inch and a
maximum of .120 inch. A maximum of three
horizontal and/or three vertical tubes
are allowed in the construction of nerf
bars. No ballast is allowed in the nerf
bar tubing.
C. With the exception of the
exhaust system, no components or
accessories may be attached to the nerf
bar assembly.
Steering and
Suspension
A. The steering mechanism must be
engineered and assembled in accordance
with sound engineering principles.
B. All highly stressed steering
parts must be made from SAE 4130 steel
or an alloy, specified by the
manufacturer as equivalent in necessary
strength for its intended use.
C. The steering wheel hub must be
padded with a resilient material of not
less than 3/4 inch thickness.
D. Removable steering wheels
incorporating a quick release mechanism
conforming to SFI Specification 42.1 are
mandatory. Pip pin type mechanisms are
not allowed.
E. Any welded aluminum or
titanium suspension parts are
prohibited. Welded aluminum jacobs
ladders (Watts linkage) may be utilized.
F. The use of carbon fiber or
other composite material as a structural
component or suspension component is not
allowed. Carbon fiber torque tubes are
prohibited
G. Shock absorbers must have all
valve mechanisms housed in a single
cylindrical unit. Shock absorbers may
have only one external adjustment and
may be adjusted remotely only by manual
methods. Shock absorbers cannot operate
or be adjusted electrically.
Axles
A. Independent suspension is not
permitted.
The car's axles connecting the wheels
must be of one-piece tubular
construction without the capability of
camber or independent castor adjustment
to the wheel assembly. Offset kingpin
bushings are allowed. Any other
construction will be considered as
independent suspension.
B. Axle spools attached by the
coping method must have the axle wrap
around the spool at least two thirds of
the spool diameter. Gusset plates are
recommended on all spools.
C. All front axles must be
constructed of SAE 4130 steel or a steel
alloy equivalent in structural strength.
Titanium front or rear axles are not
permitted.
D. The rear end gear assembly
must be of conventional design with only
one set of spur gears located behind the
ring and pinion.
Wheels
A. The number of allowable wheels
is restricted to two (2) front wheels
and two (2) rear wheels on each car.
B. The rim diameter must be 13
inches.
C. The rim width is limited to
eight (8) inches for both front wheels
and the left rear. The right rear wheel
may be a maximum of ten (10) inches in
rim width. Cars powered by four cylinder
horizontally opposed, two valve per
cylinder, intake and exhaust valves
in-line and on the same axis, may use a
right rear wheel with a maximum width of
twelve (12) inches.
D. A VRA approved tire bead
locking device must be used on the outer
bead seat of the right rear tire and
wheel assembly.
E. Wheel assemblies, which
utilize a separate wheel cover that
attaches to the wheel, must have a
register that is
continuous with the outside diameter of
the wheel cover to prevent slippage. The
cover must be securely attached to the
wheel assembly at a minimum three
positions. Small bolts or sheet metal
screws will not be acceptable. Access
holes in the center of wheel covers may
be plugged or covered with a soft
material such as a plastic plug with a
register.
F. All wheels are subject to the
approval of VRA. Manufacturers are
required to submit a certified
test report, from an independent testing
laboratory approved by VRA, showing
dynamic radial fatigue, dynamic
cornering fatigue and hydrostatic burst
tests. All tests must meet or exceed VRA
specifications.
G. All wheels should be
inspected, at least annually.
Tires
A. All tire sizes and compounds
will be designated by VRA.
B. Any device(s) used for warming
the tires prior to competition is
prohibited.
C. Any solvents or chemicals
applied to the tire that alter the
chemical makeup of the compound or have
the effect of altering tire durometer is
prohibited. Any tire that is found to
deviate from the original factory
specifications will be confiscated. The
maximum penalty for chemically altering
a tire is a one year suspension from
competition and loss of all points
earned for the season.
Throttle
A. Throttle toe straps are
mandatory. A minimum of three (3) return
springs must be connected to the
throttle and at least one of these must
be connected to the butterfly shaft.
B. If the throttle actuating
mechanism is the cable type, the cable
must be encased.
C. The throttle pedal must have a
wide-open pedal stop.
D. It is recommended that all
cars utilize an emergency shut off
switch in conjunction with the throttle
return strap.
Brakes
A. Cars must be equipped with an
effective braking system.
B. Master cylinders not fixed to
the frame must have flexible lines.
Copper tubing is not acceptable anywhere
in the system.
C. Brake discs are limited to
being manufactured of steel, ferrous or
aluminum alloy. Carbon or carbon
composite brake discs or components are
not allowed. Brake pad material is open.
D. If at any time during
competition it becomes evident that a
car is without brakes, the necessary
repairs must be completed before the car
can continue in competition.
Engine Starter and
Clutch
The use of starters and a de-clutching
device is optional. If utilized they
must have a neutral position in the
final drive. Any removable starter shaft
must have a free turning collar,
preferable of non-metallic material,
securely fixed fore and aft to the shaft
and able to rotate independently of the
starter shaft.
Engine Size Limits
VRA reserves the right to require inlet
restrictors in any engine classification
for the purpose of equivalency.
A. Pushrod Type Engines
1. Four cylinder in-line, two
valves per cylinder, water cooled, with
intake and exhaust ports on the same
side of the
head using an aluminum block and
approved non-cross flow aluminum
“Fontana” cylinder head.— Maximum of 174
CID (2852cc)
2. Four cylinder in-line, two
valves per cylinder, water cooled,
utilizing an aluminum block and/or
head.— Maximum 166 CID (2721 cc)
3. Four cylinder horizontally
opposed, two valves per cylinder. Intake
and exhaust valves must be in-line and
on the same axis.— Maximum 174 CID (2852
cc)
4. Maximum of six cylinders,
V-type, (maximum 90 degrees), two valves
per cylinder, in-line, water cooled,—
Maximum 174 CID (2852 cc)
(a) Same as (4) above, utilizing an
aluminum block and/or heads. — Maximum
166 CID (2721 cc)
B. Single Overhead Camshaft Type
Engines
1. Maximum of six cylinders
in-line or V-type (maximum 90 degrees),
water-cooled two valves per cylinder.—
Maximum 146 CID (2393 cc)
2. Four cylinder horizontally
opposed, rocker arm actuated four valves
per cylinder, water-cooled engine.—
Maximum 122 CID (2000 cc)
3. Four cylinder in line,
aluminum block and head,” Pinto” engine.
Alteration of the basic design of the
head or block is prohibited.— Maximum
161 CID (2639cc)
C. Double Overhead Camshaft Type
Engines
1. Four cylinder in-line,
water-cooled, maximum of four valves per
cylinder.— Maximum 122 CID (2000 cc)
D. The preceding engine sizes are
maximum permitted. No clean up allowed.
E. All engines must be normally
aspirated, internal combustion, four
cycle, reciprocating piston type,
incorporating a maximum of six
cylinders. Only one spark plug per
cylinder will be allowed. Camshaft
timing must be fixed. Any device used to
alter camshaft timing during engine
operation is prohibited. Severe
penalties will be issued to the entrant
and engine builder if such devises are
found.
F. Complete engines and/or major
components must be available in a
reasonably sufficient supply to all
competitors at comparative prices.
G. VRA reserves the right to
disallow any engine for competition,
which in its judgment does not meet the
spirit and intent of competitive racing,
in regards to cost and/or performance.
Any engines not covered by the preceding
specifications must be submitted for
approval prior to entering a
competition.
H.EST (Electronic Short Track)
Engine.161 cubic inches, 2 3/16
injector. Electromotive TECS ECU (Tamper
Proof). Esslinger part # 2230 steel
billet camshaft .655 lift / 293.5
duration @ .050 lift.All engines will be
sealed to prevent tampering with
Crankshaft, Connecting rods, Camshaft
and Cylinder head.
Fuel - Air
A. Fuel is restricted to methanol
only. The addition of any unauthorized
material(s) to the fuel is strictly
prohibited.
B. The addition of any material(s)
to the intake air or the addition of any
mechanical device(s) essential to the
application of this material(s) is
strictly prohibited.
C. Any device, which artificially
reduces the temperature of the fuel, is
strictly prohibited.
D. All fuel is subject to testing
at any time. Any fuel that does not
conform to the VRA standards, as
administered at the track, will be
considered illegal. The use of illegal
fuel could result in disqualification
from the event and/or the entire
program.
Ignition and
Electronic Equipment
A. All cars must be equipped with
an ignition switch or emergency shut-off
located within easy reach of the driver.
B. Electronically controlled fuel
injection systems are not permitted.
C. Any ignition, other than
magnetos, must be approved by VRA prior
to their use in competition. It is the
responsibility of the participant, not
the manufacturer, to obtain proper
approval.
D. All engine electronics must be
mounted under the hood. Electronic
tachometers may be in the cockpit
providing all connectors are on the
engine side of the firewall.
E. Electronics that provide
traction control are prohibited. All
electronic components may be inspected,
sealed or confiscated by VRA at any
time. The maximum penalty for utilizing
traction control is a one year
suspension from competition and loss of
all points earned for the season.
F. The use of electronic logic
processors to control any function of
the race car and/or any system for
gathering continuous data from any
function of the race car is strictly
prohibited.
G. Data may be gathered from the engine,
however, this data may not be in
communication with ignition electronics
except for the tachometer. A throttle
position sensor (TPS) may not be part of
the engine data collection.
H. On board cameras will not be
allowed during competition.
Radios
A. The use of in-car radio
transmitting devices is prohibited.
B. Only one-way communication
from VRA Race Control will be allowed
and is mandatory.
1. Each participant is required to have
a radio with two receiving channels.
Channel #1 Frequency 464.5500
Channel #2 Frequency 466.6875
Oil Supply
A. The entire engine lubricating
system must be of the dry sump type.
B. Oil tank vents and/or
breathers must be located so as not to
endanger the driver.
C. Oil may not be added to the
engine supply during a race, without
first receiving permission from the VRA
Technical Director or Chief Steward.
Exhaust
A. Exhaust systems must be
designed to create a minimum fire hazard
and a minimum hazard to other
competitors.
B. Cars having exhaust pipes
passing the cockpit in close proximity
to the driver must have raised metal
guards adjacent to the cockpit to afford
protection to the driver and mechanics.
C. The car must run with a VRA
approved muffler. Mufflers should be
bolted and clamped to the exhaust
collector. Mufflers should be attached
so as they follow the angle of the
nerfing bar as closely as possible.
D. All cars must compete with a
VRA approved windshield rock screen at
all times.
Seating System
A. Aluminum and approved
composite seats may be used. The seating
system should provide a lateral support
on both the left and right sides. It is
recommended that the seat provide left
and right lateral support for both the
shoulders and head. The seat bottom must
be mounted on the centerline of the
chassis. The seat must be mounted to the
chassis in a minimum of four positions
with a minimum 5/16 steel bolt and nut.
Each mounting hole in the seat must have
a steel (minimum .060 thickness) or
aluminum (minimum .125 thickness)
doubler with a minimum 2-inch diameter.
B. It is absolutely necessary to
provide a kick-up (roll-up) forward to
the buttocks of sufficient height and
strength to prevent forward movement
and/or rotation of the torso under the
seat belt.
C. It is mandatory that all cars have a
headrest of high impact, shock-absorbing
material meeting SFI Specification 45.2
behind the driver's head with a minimum
thickness of one (1) inch. Seats with
built in headrests must also comply with
this requirement by having padding on
the seat back or on the A-Frame behind
the seat.
D. Adequate padding must be used
under the buttocks to absorb impact.
E. Seat Belts - The use of an
approved seat belt with a latch/lever
release mechanism is mandatory. Rotary
mechanisms are not allowed. Both the
fastening design and condition of the
belt are subject to the inspection of
the Technical Director. Life of the
belts in use shall not exceed two (2)
years and must be date stamped by the
manufacturer. All belts must have a
label showing that they meet SFI
specification 16.1 or 16.5.
1. Seat belts must be worn as
tight as possible.
2. Seat belts must be worn in
such a manner that it passes around the
pelvic area at a point below the
anterior superior iliac spines. Under no
condition may it be worn over the area
of the intestines and abdomen.
3. Seat belts must come through
the seat at the bottom on each side
thereby wrapping and holding the pelvic
area over the greatest possible area. At
any point where the belt passes through
the side of the seat, the seat edges
must be rolled or have grommets to
prevent chafing or cutting of the belt
material.
4. Five or six point (crotch)
belts connected to the main belt quick
release mechanism and securely attached
to the chassis are mandatory.
F. Shoulder Harness - The use of
double over-the-shoulder straps is
mandatory. The minimum width of shoulder
straps is two (2) inches. Both the
fastening design and condition of the
straps are subject to the inspection of
the Technical Director. Life of the
shoulder straps in use shall not exceed
two (2) years and must be date stamped
by the manufacturer. All straps must
have a label showing that they meet SFI
specification 16.1.
1. Shoulder straps must be
attached directly to a strong structural
member of the chassis close behind the
driver's head and neck. At points of
attachment they should be four (4) to
six (6) inches apart. They should be
attached in a line approximately 90
degrees to the seat back and be
approximately level with the top of the
driver's shoulders. They should not be
more than two inches below the through
hole in the seat back.
2. Where the straps pass through
the seat, the edges must be rolled or
have grommets to prevent chafing or
cutting of the strap material.
3. Shoulder straps must be
secured behind the drivers shoulders so
that they are prevented from sliding
sideways
more than one (1) inch in either
direction.
4. Two belts joining in a “Y”
behind the neck to form one strap may
not be used.
5. The shoulder harness should be
worn as tight as possible.
G. If using approved composite seat,
approved bracketry must be used and
installed according to manufactures
specifications.
Fire Equipment
The entrant or crew chief of each car
must have in his pit a fully charged
five-pound dry powder extinguisher or
its equivalent. A gauge or current
inspection tag shall be attached to each
fire extinguisher.
Fire Prevention
A. No smoking will be permitted
in the pit area whenever fuels may be
exposed to the atmosphere. Anyone found
violating this rule will be removed from
the pit area and will be subject to
fine.
B. Extreme care should be taken
in the handling of fuels. Where local
regulations are posted, they become a
part of the VRA rules. Any individual
found violating these regulations will
be subject to fine and may be removed
from the pit area. The car entrant will
be responsible for the actions of his
crew.
Safety Equipment
It shall be the responsibility of the
Technical Director to inspect all safety
equipment prior to each event. Any
participant not complying in full with
all safety requirements in this Rule
Book will not be permitted to compete.
A. Helmets - All participating
drivers must wear safety helmets
designed specifically for auto racing
that meet or exceeds the 2000 or 2005
Snell Foundation or SFI Foundation 31.1
Specifications and are labeled as such.
Helmets will be subject to inspection at
each event by the Technical
representative.
B. Uniforms - All drivers must
wear fire resistant head sock/helmet
skirt, underwear, socks, shoes, gloves
and a
one-piece uniform fitted snugly around
the neck, wrists and ankles. It is
recommended that these items meet SFI
Foundation Specifications 3.2A and 3.3
C. Arm Restraints - Arm
restraints are mandatory and must be
worn at all times during competition.
D. Roll Cage Nets - It is
mandatory that all cars be fitted with
roll cage nets on both the left and
right sides of the roll cage for all
events. All roll cage nets must conform
to SFI Specification 37.1, which
specifies a functional quick release
opening mechanism. The life of roll cage
nets shall not exceed two (2) years.
Caution should be used when positioning
head restraining nets to be certain that
the driver's head cannot get under the
net in case of an accident. The bottom
of the roll cage net should be as close
to the top of the shoulder as possible.
Mandatory - both nets required; LHS and
RHS. Roll cage nets will not be required
if VRA approved full containment seats
are utilized.
E. Roll Cage Padding - All
chassis protrusions, roll cage tubes and
roll bars in close proximity to the
driver's helmet must be padded with a
securely attached high impact material
conforming to SFI Specification 45.1.
This includes any vertical
anti-intrusion supports alongside the
driver.
F. A SFI approved head and neck
restraint system is recommended.
Dentures
All drivers are required to remove all
dentures before starting an event.
Car Numbers
A. All car numbers are assigned
by the Director of Competition or his
designate.
B. Every car must carry its
assigned number prominently painted on
the nose and on each side of the tail.
C. The numerals shall be in white
on black background or black on white
background or contrasting equivalents.
The final
decision on the adequacy of the number
will rest with the Director of Timing
and Scoring.
D. Numbers 2 through 99 will be
assigned to entrants on a permanent
basis providing a car registration has
been received in a timely manner as
posted by VRA. To be eligible to retain
a number an entrant must have entered
and/or made an effort to compete in 51%
or more of the scheduled races in the
previous season. The number 1 is
reserved for the VRA Champion driver and
will not be reassigned. The use of the
number 1 is not cause to relinquish the
competitor's permanent number. Numbers
may be voluntarily released by the
holder at the end of the season. The
Director of
Competition may reassign numbers at the
conclusion of the season. Any number
released by a competitor must be
reassigned by the Director of
Competition. Numbers may be reassigned
if the number was not actually used in
competition the previous season. Other
numbers will be assigned in the order
that car registrations are received.
E. After a number is assigned to
a particular car and entrant, it will
remain with the entrant until the end of
the racing season.
F. Should two or more cars with
the same number be entered in a
competition, the Stewards will require
that one or more cars be temporarily
renumbered.
Car Names
A. A car may not be named after a
manufacturer or organization, unless the
manufacturer or organization has given
its written consent.
B. A car may not be named after a
car manufacturer unless at least the
engine was designed by the manufacturer.
C. If a car is named after an
automotive product, other than a car,
the product must be used in its proper
relationship to the car. |
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Midget Tech Updates and
Special Announcements
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VRA 2011 Midget tires |
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This is a
list of the midget tires that you are
allowed to run in the 2011 VRA Midget
series. |
RR Tire 82/12-13 compound WCM
(Hoosier)
LR Tire 74/10-13 Compound focus (Hoosier)
LR Tire 76/10-13 Compound focus (Hoosier)
LR Tire 78/10-13 Compound focus (Hoosier)
LR Tire 80/ 10-13 Compound focus (Hoosier)
Fronts 68/7-13 Compound D-12, D-15, D-20 (Hoosier) |
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Mufflers currently approved for the VRA
Midgets |
Shoenfeld Part Numbers:
14272735
Extreme Mufflers Part Numbers:
3512-3030
3512-3030 SS
with insert 2312-30
Coast Fabrication:
300x625x17-2sVRA
400x625x17-2sVRA |
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