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12-08-2015, 03:39 PM
Richmond Raceway
328 Greens Crossing Road
Richmond, KY 40475
2015 Media Release #59- December 8, 2015: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact- Michael Despain (mgdespain@windstream.net; Twitter- @MichaelDespain; Facebook- Michael Despain)
Website- www.richmond-raceway.net
Richmond Raceway Announces 2016 Division Rules Package
Richmond, KY- December 8, 2015- Richmond Raceway track promoters Larry, Chad, and Sarah Yantz are pleased to announce the 2016 division rules package for all divisions that will compete at the 3/10 mile semi-banked red clay oval better known as “The Beast of the East” during the upcoming 2016 season.
Of note, the Pro Late Model division will be combined with the Super Late Model division to form one Late Model division for the season. Also, there will be a completely revised payout for all divisions and these will be released shortly. Those drivers that compete at Richmond Raceway in 2016 in the Late Model division that utilize a Crate engine package will be eligible for a weekly money bonus each week, with the highest finishing driver using a Crate engine receiving an extra $100, with the second highest finishing driver that is using a Crate engine receiving an extra $75, while the third highest finishing racer using a Crate engine will receive an extra $50. Other rules including weight and tire rules are listed in the division rules section included at the end of the release.
Richmond Raceway is located at 328 Greens Crossing Road, just a short drive from the city limits of Richmond, KY. Larry, Chad, and Sarah Yantz are the track promoters and will present dirt track racing on Saturday evenings. For more information about Richmond Raceway, contact track co-promoter Larry Yantz at (606) 510-5331 or track co-promoter Chad Yantz at (606) 510-4836 or by social media on the world wide web at www.richmond-raceway.net or via Facebook at www.facebook.com/groups/308149696058239/ or facebook.com/richraceky of via Twitter @MichaelDespain or @RichmondRaceway. The phone number at the track for information concerning race events and raceday information is (859) 624-5640.
Richmond Raceway 2016 Late Model Division Rules
Body Rules: Lucas Oil or UMP
Weight: Aluminum Block: 2300 lbs.; Steel Block (Including Sealed Crates): 2200 lbs. NO BURN-OFF, WEIGHT IS WITH DRIVER AT CONCLUSION OF RACE!!
Spoiler: 8” Spoiler on all cars
Tire Rule: (TIRE SAMPLES WILL BE TAKEN) (ABSOLUTELY NO ALTERING OF TIRES WITH CHEMICALS!)
Front Tires: Any tire or manufacturer allowed –Open
Rear Tires: Open Motors: Hoosier: 1300, 1350, 1600, LM20, & LM40; American Racer: 44, 48, & 56; Sealed Crate Motors: Hoosier: FT200, FT400, LSB21, LSB55, Crate 21, Crate 55, 1300, 1350, 1600, LM20, LM40, 1640, Spec D55; American Racer: Crate Spec 48, Crate Spec 56, 44, 48, 56 NOTE- Anyone found with chemically altered tires, will be suspended for 3 races and will lose all their points accumulated up to that race. Anyone found a 2nd time with chemically altered tires will be suspended for the remainder of the season. If a Tire Sample is taken from any car out of the “A”-Main, the drivers money will be held until the tire sample has cleared the lab.
Carb & Fuel: Only 1 Carburetor permitted, naturally aspirated. Racing Fuel or Gas Only. (No Alcohol, Methanol, Nitrous)
Misc: RACEceivers and Transponders are MANDATORY at all events.(Rentals are Available at track)
Richmond Raceway 2016 Open Wheel Modified Division Rules
Body: UMP Rules Apply
Weight: Open Steel Block - 2400 lbs. (minimum); GM602 or GM604 Sealed Crate – 2350 lbs. (minimum)
*No Aluminum Motors Permitted*
Tires: Hoosier: A40, H40,or Hard (Must Punch 54 “Cold” Minimum)(A40S is Not Allowed); American Racer: Hard or Extra Hard(Must Punch 54 “Cold” Minimum); Siping Is Allowed; No Grooving Allowed
NOTE- Anyone found with chemically altered tires, will be suspended for 3 races and will lose all their points accumulated up to that race. Anyone found a 2nd time with chemically altered tires will be suspended for the remainder of the season. If a Tire Sample is taken from any car out of the “A”-Main, the drivers money will be held until the tire sample has cleared the lab.
Carb & Fuel: Only 1 Carburetor permitted, naturally aspirated. Racing Fuel or Gas Only. (No Alcohol, Methanol, Nitrous)
Misc: RACEceivers and Transponders are MANDATORY at all events.(Rentals are Available at track)
Richmond Raceway 2016 KDRA Super Stock Division Rules
GENERAL
A. Must have stock frame that extends to at least the center of the rear end. (Tube Frame and Front Clip Only cars NOT ALLOWED)
B. Unibody frames acceptable. Must be tied together with 1”x2” 3/16” wall square or 1 3/4” 120 wall round tubing (Minimum)
C. 104” Wheel base. (Minimum)
D. Front bumpers must be constructed of 1 3/4” round or 1 1/2” square .095 tubing (Maximum). Must turn and extend rearward behind the nose a minimum of 6” (No welded 90* or sharp edges).
E. Rear bumpers must be constructed of 2” round or 2” square .095 tubing (Maximum). Must turn and extend forward behind the quarter panel a minimum of 18” (No welded 90* or sharp edges).
EXTERIOR BODY
A. Visible Numbers required on both sides and roof. 20” Minimum
B. Steel, Composite or Aluminum body panels will be permitted. Aftermarket stock appearing plastic nose is permitted. (Wedge late model type front nose pieces NOT ALLOWED)
C. 8” overall Maximum height rear spoiler permitted. (No other spoilers permitted)
D. 3 spoiler supports Maximum. All spoiler supports will be no more than 23 1/2”overall length, 4” max overall front height, and 8” max overall rear height. (See template for example KDRA site)
SAFETY
A. Racing seat required.
B. 5 point nylon quick release harness and safety belt required. Must be in excellent working condition at all times. (Harnesses must be attached to frame)
C. Approved fire suit mandatory. Fireproof; hood, gloves, socks, shoes and underwear recommended.
D. Full face helmet is required with lexan shield. (Must be minimum of snell 85approved)
E. Driver side window net minimum of 12” X 12” with ¾ webbing is Recommended.
F. An operational fire extinguisher properly mounted within the driver’s reach is mandatory.
G. Drive shaft loop required. Drive shafts must be painted white.
H. (not a nice word)(not a nice word)(not a nice word)(not a nice word)pit mounted master power kill switch required. (Must be acceptable from drivers window)
I. Isolators required on all fuel pressure gauges located inside the (not a nice word)(not a nice word)(not a nice word)(not a nice word)pit. (No fuel permitted inside the drivers compartment)
J. Battery must be securely fastened and contained away from fuel cell.
K. Fuel cell must be secure and firmly mounted in the trunk area. Fuel line must run under floor and/or covered in1 ½ inch tubing.
L. Must be approved fuel cell. M. All other safety rules will be governed by the hosting track.
ENGINE
A. Cast Iron Blocks ONLY. (No Aluminum Blocks)
B. Cast Iron Heads ONLY. (No Aluminum Heads)
C. Center of the #1 Spark Plug must be Centered with Front Ball Joint.
D. Only 1 Carburetor permitted, naturally aspirated. Gas Only. (No Alcohol, Methanol, Nitrous)
E. MSD ignition boxes allowed. F. No traction control devices of any kind allowed.
TRANSMISSION- Any transmission is allowed. (Must have working forward and reverse gears)
SUSPENSION
A. Weight Jacks are allowed.
B. 1 shock per wheel. (No Adjustable Shocks, Canister Shocks, or Coil Overs) (Schrader Valves Acceptable)
C. Control arms can be aftermarket.
D. No J Bars, No Pull Bars, No Lift Bars, No Coil Over Shocks, No Brake Floaters
E. Leaf spring rear suspension is acceptable
F. Coil spring cars will use factory design (Example: Metric cars will use 2 triangulated upper and 2 lower trailing arms)
G. 9” Ford rear ends are permitted. Floated rear ends acceptable. (No Quick Change Rear Ends Allowed)
H. No traction control devices of any kind allowed
TIRES & WHEELS
A. 8” Tires - Hoosier: A, H, or Hard / American Racer: Hard or Extra Hard(Hoosier A40s is Not Allowed) (Tires must durometer 54 “cold punch”)
B. No chemical alterations of tires allowed.
C. No grooved tires (Burn off period will allow for grooved tires on FRONT ONLY until June 1 2016, after which grooved tires will not be permitted.)
D. 1” lug nuts required
E. Racing wheels and bead lock wheels are permitted.
NOTE- Anyone found with chemically altered tires, will be suspended for 3 races and will lose all their points accumulated up to that race. Anyone found a 2nd time with chemically altered tires will be suspended for the remainder of the season. If a Tire Sample is taken from any car out of the “A”-Main, the drivers money will be held until the tire sample has cleared the lab.
WEIGHT- 3000 lbs MINIMUM weight
MISC- RACEceivers and Transponders are MANDATORY at all events.(Rentals are available at track)
328 Greens Crossing Road
Richmond, KY 40475
2015 Media Release #59- December 8, 2015: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact- Michael Despain (mgdespain@windstream.net; Twitter- @MichaelDespain; Facebook- Michael Despain)
Website- www.richmond-raceway.net
Richmond Raceway Announces 2016 Division Rules Package
Richmond, KY- December 8, 2015- Richmond Raceway track promoters Larry, Chad, and Sarah Yantz are pleased to announce the 2016 division rules package for all divisions that will compete at the 3/10 mile semi-banked red clay oval better known as “The Beast of the East” during the upcoming 2016 season.
Of note, the Pro Late Model division will be combined with the Super Late Model division to form one Late Model division for the season. Also, there will be a completely revised payout for all divisions and these will be released shortly. Those drivers that compete at Richmond Raceway in 2016 in the Late Model division that utilize a Crate engine package will be eligible for a weekly money bonus each week, with the highest finishing driver using a Crate engine receiving an extra $100, with the second highest finishing driver that is using a Crate engine receiving an extra $75, while the third highest finishing racer using a Crate engine will receive an extra $50. Other rules including weight and tire rules are listed in the division rules section included at the end of the release.
Richmond Raceway is located at 328 Greens Crossing Road, just a short drive from the city limits of Richmond, KY. Larry, Chad, and Sarah Yantz are the track promoters and will present dirt track racing on Saturday evenings. For more information about Richmond Raceway, contact track co-promoter Larry Yantz at (606) 510-5331 or track co-promoter Chad Yantz at (606) 510-4836 or by social media on the world wide web at www.richmond-raceway.net or via Facebook at www.facebook.com/groups/308149696058239/ or facebook.com/richraceky of via Twitter @MichaelDespain or @RichmondRaceway. The phone number at the track for information concerning race events and raceday information is (859) 624-5640.
Richmond Raceway 2016 Late Model Division Rules
Body Rules: Lucas Oil or UMP
Weight: Aluminum Block: 2300 lbs.; Steel Block (Including Sealed Crates): 2200 lbs. NO BURN-OFF, WEIGHT IS WITH DRIVER AT CONCLUSION OF RACE!!
Spoiler: 8” Spoiler on all cars
Tire Rule: (TIRE SAMPLES WILL BE TAKEN) (ABSOLUTELY NO ALTERING OF TIRES WITH CHEMICALS!)
Front Tires: Any tire or manufacturer allowed –Open
Rear Tires: Open Motors: Hoosier: 1300, 1350, 1600, LM20, & LM40; American Racer: 44, 48, & 56; Sealed Crate Motors: Hoosier: FT200, FT400, LSB21, LSB55, Crate 21, Crate 55, 1300, 1350, 1600, LM20, LM40, 1640, Spec D55; American Racer: Crate Spec 48, Crate Spec 56, 44, 48, 56 NOTE- Anyone found with chemically altered tires, will be suspended for 3 races and will lose all their points accumulated up to that race. Anyone found a 2nd time with chemically altered tires will be suspended for the remainder of the season. If a Tire Sample is taken from any car out of the “A”-Main, the drivers money will be held until the tire sample has cleared the lab.
Carb & Fuel: Only 1 Carburetor permitted, naturally aspirated. Racing Fuel or Gas Only. (No Alcohol, Methanol, Nitrous)
Misc: RACEceivers and Transponders are MANDATORY at all events.(Rentals are Available at track)
Richmond Raceway 2016 Open Wheel Modified Division Rules
Body: UMP Rules Apply
Weight: Open Steel Block - 2400 lbs. (minimum); GM602 or GM604 Sealed Crate – 2350 lbs. (minimum)
*No Aluminum Motors Permitted*
Tires: Hoosier: A40, H40,or Hard (Must Punch 54 “Cold” Minimum)(A40S is Not Allowed); American Racer: Hard or Extra Hard(Must Punch 54 “Cold” Minimum); Siping Is Allowed; No Grooving Allowed
NOTE- Anyone found with chemically altered tires, will be suspended for 3 races and will lose all their points accumulated up to that race. Anyone found a 2nd time with chemically altered tires will be suspended for the remainder of the season. If a Tire Sample is taken from any car out of the “A”-Main, the drivers money will be held until the tire sample has cleared the lab.
Carb & Fuel: Only 1 Carburetor permitted, naturally aspirated. Racing Fuel or Gas Only. (No Alcohol, Methanol, Nitrous)
Misc: RACEceivers and Transponders are MANDATORY at all events.(Rentals are Available at track)
Richmond Raceway 2016 KDRA Super Stock Division Rules
GENERAL
A. Must have stock frame that extends to at least the center of the rear end. (Tube Frame and Front Clip Only cars NOT ALLOWED)
B. Unibody frames acceptable. Must be tied together with 1”x2” 3/16” wall square or 1 3/4” 120 wall round tubing (Minimum)
C. 104” Wheel base. (Minimum)
D. Front bumpers must be constructed of 1 3/4” round or 1 1/2” square .095 tubing (Maximum). Must turn and extend rearward behind the nose a minimum of 6” (No welded 90* or sharp edges).
E. Rear bumpers must be constructed of 2” round or 2” square .095 tubing (Maximum). Must turn and extend forward behind the quarter panel a minimum of 18” (No welded 90* or sharp edges).
EXTERIOR BODY
A. Visible Numbers required on both sides and roof. 20” Minimum
B. Steel, Composite or Aluminum body panels will be permitted. Aftermarket stock appearing plastic nose is permitted. (Wedge late model type front nose pieces NOT ALLOWED)
C. 8” overall Maximum height rear spoiler permitted. (No other spoilers permitted)
D. 3 spoiler supports Maximum. All spoiler supports will be no more than 23 1/2”overall length, 4” max overall front height, and 8” max overall rear height. (See template for example KDRA site)
SAFETY
A. Racing seat required.
B. 5 point nylon quick release harness and safety belt required. Must be in excellent working condition at all times. (Harnesses must be attached to frame)
C. Approved fire suit mandatory. Fireproof; hood, gloves, socks, shoes and underwear recommended.
D. Full face helmet is required with lexan shield. (Must be minimum of snell 85approved)
E. Driver side window net minimum of 12” X 12” with ¾ webbing is Recommended.
F. An operational fire extinguisher properly mounted within the driver’s reach is mandatory.
G. Drive shaft loop required. Drive shafts must be painted white.
H. (not a nice word)(not a nice word)(not a nice word)(not a nice word)pit mounted master power kill switch required. (Must be acceptable from drivers window)
I. Isolators required on all fuel pressure gauges located inside the (not a nice word)(not a nice word)(not a nice word)(not a nice word)pit. (No fuel permitted inside the drivers compartment)
J. Battery must be securely fastened and contained away from fuel cell.
K. Fuel cell must be secure and firmly mounted in the trunk area. Fuel line must run under floor and/or covered in1 ½ inch tubing.
L. Must be approved fuel cell. M. All other safety rules will be governed by the hosting track.
ENGINE
A. Cast Iron Blocks ONLY. (No Aluminum Blocks)
B. Cast Iron Heads ONLY. (No Aluminum Heads)
C. Center of the #1 Spark Plug must be Centered with Front Ball Joint.
D. Only 1 Carburetor permitted, naturally aspirated. Gas Only. (No Alcohol, Methanol, Nitrous)
E. MSD ignition boxes allowed. F. No traction control devices of any kind allowed.
TRANSMISSION- Any transmission is allowed. (Must have working forward and reverse gears)
SUSPENSION
A. Weight Jacks are allowed.
B. 1 shock per wheel. (No Adjustable Shocks, Canister Shocks, or Coil Overs) (Schrader Valves Acceptable)
C. Control arms can be aftermarket.
D. No J Bars, No Pull Bars, No Lift Bars, No Coil Over Shocks, No Brake Floaters
E. Leaf spring rear suspension is acceptable
F. Coil spring cars will use factory design (Example: Metric cars will use 2 triangulated upper and 2 lower trailing arms)
G. 9” Ford rear ends are permitted. Floated rear ends acceptable. (No Quick Change Rear Ends Allowed)
H. No traction control devices of any kind allowed
TIRES & WHEELS
A. 8” Tires - Hoosier: A, H, or Hard / American Racer: Hard or Extra Hard(Hoosier A40s is Not Allowed) (Tires must durometer 54 “cold punch”)
B. No chemical alterations of tires allowed.
C. No grooved tires (Burn off period will allow for grooved tires on FRONT ONLY until June 1 2016, after which grooved tires will not be permitted.)
D. 1” lug nuts required
E. Racing wheels and bead lock wheels are permitted.
NOTE- Anyone found with chemically altered tires, will be suspended for 3 races and will lose all their points accumulated up to that race. Anyone found a 2nd time with chemically altered tires will be suspended for the remainder of the season. If a Tire Sample is taken from any car out of the “A”-Main, the drivers money will be held until the tire sample has cleared the lab.
WEIGHT- 3000 lbs MINIMUM weight
MISC- RACEceivers and Transponders are MANDATORY at all events.(Rentals are available at track)