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RWD Figure 8

The Regular RWD Figure-8 Derby Class is designed for the use of V-8 automobiles with a maximum 116 inches wheelbase ONLY. No 4×4’s, All Wheel Drives, SUV’s, FWD or Convertibles.

The FWD Class automobile can have a maximum wheelbase of 111” and a maximum of six (6) cylinders. NO RWD,NO FULL FRAME, 4-WHEEL DRIVE, SPORT UTILITY, T-TOPS OR CONVERTIBLE VECHILES ALLOWED IN THIS CLASS. FWD CARS MUST HAVE FACTORY BODY FROM FRONT TO BACK, BODY MAYBE MODIFIED.

SAFETY & SET-UP PREPARATION
FWD/RWD FIGURE-8 and RWD BUMP N RUN

  1. (RWD) STOCK GAS TANK MUST BE REMOVED. An auxiliary tank must be placed on floor pan from mid line of car interior to left side of vehicle behind the driver’s seat and no further rearward than front of rear axle. (FWD) this is highly recommend. On FWD cars if tank is behind rear axle it must be moved inside. If fuel tank remains under car there must 2 extra straps in case factory ones break. NO EXCEPTIONS.
  2. Auxiliary tank must be of steel or a designated plastic fuel tank. Portable marine outboard tank recommended or racing cell.
  3. Auxiliary tank must be securely fastened to floor pan or securely mounted to roll cage.
  4. ALL GAS LINE THROUGH INTERIOR OF CAR MUST BE STEEL OR BRAIDED STEEL. However, a maximum length of twelve inches (12”) of non-steel/braided steel gas line hose and clamps can be used for coupler (connection) off the auxiliary tank.
  5. PUMP GAS ONLY. Tank must have a secured cap and all gas lines and fittings must be leak -proof.
  6. Auxiliary tank must be completely covered and cover secured such that it precludes gasoline from splashing on driver in the event of rupture. Auxiliary tank cover must be removed for vehicle inspection.
  7. ABSOLUTELY NO one (1) to five (5) gallon carrying gas cans allowed for auxiliary tank.
  8. Any leakage of fuel will lead to immediate disqualification of car. Electric fuel pumps must have on/off switch. Must be within driver’s reach and labeled.
  9. ALL GLASS MUST BE COMPLETELY REMOVED FROM AUTOMOBILE. Includes mirrors, tail and headlights, windshield (mud screen is permitted), all door glass (simply rolling door glass down is not allowed) and any broken glass inside automobile must be removed.
  10. Mandatory chain, cable or bar must be installed between roof and cowl (middle of windshield) to prevent hood from entering driver’s compartment.
  11. Driver’s window net, if used, must be WEB STYLE and quick release. NO steel, screen or permanent fixture of any kind over driver’s door window opening.
  12. Safety glasses, goggles or shield must be worn for eye protection and a full faced helmet (DOT Approved).
  13. Seat belt (LAP BELT ONLY) or 5 point harness is recommended and full helmet with chin strap are required. ( NO SINGLE SHOULDER HARNESS ALLOWED)
  14. Chrome moldings, ornaments, door handles, or plastic components must be removed. Any protruding front or rear frame horn must be rounded or flattened.
  15. (RWD) Full roll cage and 4 point cage minimum it is mandatory. Top roll bar height must be above driver’s head as seated in car. Door protection bars must remain inside door outer sheet metal. Roll bar and cage are designed for protection of the driver and must be welded to frame. FWD/RWD bar, chain or wire must be place in center of windshield area (this is for drivers protection from the hood). (FWD) This is highly recommended. At the minimum you must have 2 uprights from floor to roof for rollover bars. Drivers door protection is mandatory. (see below)
  16. Only one (2) automobile type battery is permitted and it may be located in any position of the car. Battery must be securely fastened and covered.
  17. Motor mounts maybe reinforced, welded, or chained.
  18. Must have working brakes at all times.
  19. All excessive holes in firewall and front floor pan must be covered.
  20. Cars must be clean of all debris prior to coming to this event.
  21. Must run an ignition switch. NO bare wire ends allowed for ignition off-on or starter.
  22. If equipped, all steering and passenger air bags are to be completely removed.
  23. Fender and 1/4 panel wheel arch can be cut, folded or welded for tire clearance.
  24. Driver’s door sheet metal must remain STOCK HEIGHT also interior upholstery must remain in place or be suitable replaced.
  25. DRIVER’S DOOR MUST BE REINFORCED. Reinforcement may be achieved by way of using an appropriate roll bar with cage or must be made by one of these methods: a) cement in door; b) recommended method is a steel plate,18” minimum width welded flat to outside of the door. NO HWY GUARD RAIL, CHANNEL OR ANGLE IRON MUST LAY FLAT. All other doors must be securely fastened by chain, wire, seat belt or welded shut.
  26. Should outer driver’s door skin or reinforcement get ripped off, torn or fall off, car will be disqualified. Car will also be disqualified if any door comes open during competition.
  27. Special numbers will be permitted on a first come basis. It is mandatory your number be placed on a fin plate firmly mounted to the top of roof. Cars may be decorated, but only in good taste.
  28. All modified exhaust pipes must exit down or straight up through hood.
  29. Valve stem protectors are permitted. NO studs or screws in rim to hold tire. NO WHEEL WEIGHTS, NO TRACTOR, HILO, PADDLE OR 4 WHEELER (ATV) TIRES ALLOWED.. Tires must pass official’s inspection.
  30. (RWD)A minimum of one (1) inch lug nuts must be used on all wheels. Heavy duty or racing rims recommended.
  31. ALL (RWD) CARS MUST HAVE A FULL WIDTH MUD FLAP ACROSS REAR BUMPER. MUD FLAP CAN NOT BE MORE THAN 3” FROM THE GROUND. THIS IS NOT ONLY TO PROTECT THE USA CREW BUT YOUR LOVED ONES IN THE STANDS!!
  32. NO steering knobs. NO starting fluid inside auto during competition.
  33. Hoods must be securely fastened down in a minimum of 4 places. Car must have fire extinguisher excess to top of engine for fire protection. Hood sheet metal must remain over the top of the fan blade. Electric fans are OK. ALL CARS MUST HAVE A HOOD TO RUN.
  34. Radiator must remain in original position or be removed. If transmission oil cooler is modified out of its original position, it must be completely covered and steel or braided steel lines used. Anti-freeze should be flushed and only water added.
  35. Trunk lid must be wired, chained or welded solid.
  36. You may interchange any stock automotive bumper front or rear. Bumpers maybe stuffed and plated. Bumpers maybe fabricated from steel. NO BUMPERS MAY HAVE ANY KIND OF POINT OR SHARP PROTRUDING OBJECTS. POINTS WAND PROTRUDING OBJECTS WILL BE CUT OFF OR YOU WILL NOT RACE.
  37. All work on cars should be completed before entering track. Driver and pit crew fully accept and assume the responsibility and liability of properly and safely constructing their Figure-8 car as well as their actions and behavior at the event, and acknowledge that USA Demolition Derbies LLC does not expressly or implied warrant the safety of, or the manner in which the participants have constructed their Figure-8 car or any of its component parts, or their actions and behavior at the event.

 If you have any additional questions please call the office at (989) 860-5045 or (616) 636-8180.