2008 RULE CHANGES
(This post updated 12/29/07)pg. 25 #8 Change $200 to $300
pg. 17 add letter "q"- Roll cage padding is required where the helmet may come
into contact with the cage.
pg. 10 #14 Change to- All drivers must wear shoes that are defined as footwear
that cannot slip off the feet.
pg. 17 letter "o"*Will be in effect 2009* change to- all vehicles will have a
diagonal bar from the top of the cage above the occupant(s) head, to the
opposite side of the cage at the frame mount.
pg. 17 letter "m" *Will be in effect 2009* change to- all vehicles must have a
dash bar in the front hoop for drivers safety. Center seat vehicles are exempt.
pg. 8 #4a *Will be in effect 2009* Change to- All drivers must wear approved
fire retardant suits SFI 3-2A/1 rated. Recommended: Nomex underwear also be
worn.
Here are the rules changes for 2006:
1. Page 10, # 15. Arm restraints or nets on all vehicles, except Street stock.
2. Page 20 #11b, Remove co driver restrictions.
3. Page 44, #20. Vehicles can be inspected by rules people at their option by lottery (such as class winner, fuel, weight, etc).
4. Page 8, #4 Fire suits are required for D class and up only. Remove any classes lower.
5. Page 8, #3. Include nitrous as well. Must wear Head sock, socks, gloves and fire suit.
6. Page 53 #4 If running NHRA style race, must run by runs.
7. Page 53 #9 Clubs must give reasonable time for drivers to get ready if there is a track groom, or disruption to the race.
8. Page 43 #19 – Cubic in check, if you are found legal you will get $75.00 not $300.
Here are the rules changes for 2005:
Page 8 (4a): Fire suits are now also required for C & D in 2005 and E & F in 2006
Page 10-17: Side nets & arm restraints must be reconnected immediately if they come loose, before proceeding with the race.
Page 20-21: If you are an obstacle driver, you can’t co-drive with another driver during their obstacle run. It has been a rule in Michigan, but wasn’t for EC4WDA.
Page 26: Engine factor points have changed
Page 31, F: Fly cut stock pistons: valve relief only
Page 29, J: Nitrous - 1 thru 4 only now, eliminated the last line from the old rules
Page 31, D: Regarding aftermarket pistons
Page 42-9: Teardown procedures
Page 50: Gasoline
Page 14-20: All vehicles require a DOT approved tail light or a 3x3 size, and it must work.
Page 25-28: Driver is fined $300, now vs. $200 if they come in under weight