2015 Rule Book Version 02 07 15

2015 OUTLAW HOT ROD PULLERS RULES & REGULATION REFERENCE BOOK
2015 OFFICIAL RULES & REGULATIONS

REVISION 2015
VERSION 02.07.15
It is the duty and responsibility of all

participants to read and obey the following
rules and regulations.
OFFICIAL SIGNED BOOK
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3 MINUTE RULE pg.5

APPROVED FUELS pg.5
ASSOCIATION RIGHTS pg.5
BACK-UP LIGHT SYSTEM pg.5
BRAKES/STEERING pg.5
CHAIN DRIVE pg.6
CHEATING pg.6
COMPUTERS/ELECTRONICS DEVICES pg.6
DEFLECTION SHIELD pg.6
DRAWBAR pg.6
DRIVER CHECK IN pg.7
DRIVER PARTICIPATION pg.7
DRIVERS AGE pg.7
DRIVERS MEETING pg.7
DRIVERS PPE GEAR pg.7
DRUGS AND ALCOHOL pg.8
ELIGIBILITY pg.8
ENGINE FANS pg.8
ENGINE STARTER pg.8
ENTRY pg.8
ENTRY TRAILER pg.9
EQUIPMENT LOST WHILE PULLING pg.9
EQUIPMENT STANDARDS pg.9
EXHAUST SYSTEMS pg.9
FIRE EXTINGUISHER pg.9
FRONT END pg.10
FRONT SKID/FRONT AXLE SUPPORT pg.10
FUEL LEAKS pg.10
FUEL LINES AND FITTINGS pg.10
FUEL SHUT OFF pg.10
FULL PULL pg.10
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GRIEVANCES pg.10
HARMONIC BALANCER/HUB pg.11
HOOKING TO THE SLED pg.11
HOT AREA pg.11
HOT RODING/ABUSIVE BEHAVIOR pg.11
KILL SWITCH pg.11
LATE DRIVER pg.12
LENGTH/WIDTH OF TRACTOR pg.13
MEMBER PARTICIPATION pg.13
MEMBERSHIP pg.13
MID-SEASON TRACTOR REBUILD pg.14
MULTIPLE DAY PULL pg.14
NEUTRAL START SWITCH pg.14
NUMBER 1 PULLER pg.14
OUT OF BOUNDS pg.14
OUTLAW STAFF pg.15
PAY OUTS pg.15
PAYOUT CHECKS pg.16
PERSONNEL ON THE TRACK pg.16
POINTs pg.16
PROCEDURES pg.17
PROTESTING A TRACTOR pg.17
PULL BACK DEVICE pg.18
PULL OFF pg.18
PULLING pg.18
PULLING TRACK pg.18
PUSH BAR pg.18
RAIN OUT pg.19
REASONS FOR DISQUALIFICATION pg.19
ROLL BAR pg.20
ROLL BARS/SEAT BELTS pg.20
RULES VIOLATIONS pg.20
SAFETY VIOLATIONS pg.21
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SEATS AND FENDERS pg.21
SLED BRAKES pg.21
SLED BREAKAGE pg.21
SLED CHANGE pg.22
SLED INTERFERES pg.22
SLED REPOSITIONING pg.22
SLED RE-WEIGHT pg.22
STAGING AREA pg.22
SUPER CHARGERS/TURBO CHARGERS pg.23
THROTTLE LINKAGE pg.23
TIRES/WHEELS pg.23
TOWING pg.23
TRACTOR APPEARANCE pg.23
TRACTOR CLASSES pg.24
TRACTOR MECHANICAL PROBLEMS pg.25
TRACTOR NOT QUALIFYING FOR A CLASS pg.25
TRACTOR RUNNING IN THE PIT AREA pg.25
TRANSMISSIONS pg.25
U-JOINTS/DRIVE SHAFTS pg.26
VIDEOTAPING OR PHOTOGRAPHY pg.26
WEIGHTS pg.26
WHEELIE BAR pg.26
3 MINUTE RULE
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Contestants must pull at position with 3 minutes to hook after sled is positioned
and set. Any intentional delay may be cause for disqualification. If contestant
cannot pull when the sled is ready, that puller will assume last pulling position.
APPROVED FUELS
Fuels that will be allowed are alcohol and racing gas. No oxygen, nitro, nitrousoxide or oxidizers, and pressurized fuel bottle in any form will be allowed.
ASSOCIATION RIGHTS
The Outlaw Hot Rod Pulling association reserves the right to suspend a
competitor for any rules violation.
Outlaw hot rod pulling association reserves the right to spot check any tractors at
any time.
Outlaw Hot Rod Pullers Association reserves the right to refuse any competitor
the right to attend or participate at any event.
All pulling vehicles must pass a tech inspection and meet all safety requirements
before they can pull at any event. The Outlaw Hot Rod Pullers Assoc. retains the
right to inspect any vehicle at any time. Refusal will result in disqualification.
BACK-UP LIGHT SYSTEM

A back-up light system (a white light is preferred with a minimum of 2 inches in
diameter) must be mounted on the rear center of the tractor. An indicator light on
the dash must be operated off the same system. These lights must be operated by
the shift lever and indicate when the tractor is in reverse gear. No other lights will
be allowed on the rear of tractor.
BRAKES/STEERING
All tractors will have working brakes and suitable steering
.
All tractors must be equipped with working rear wheel brakes
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CHAIN DRIVE
All tractors with chain drive shall have shielding 360 degrees around made of 1/8
inch steel and will be allowed with an opening at the bottom of the shielding no
more than 2 inches wider that diameter of the sprocket, inch below the bottom
of the sprocket. Shields should be mounted by either welding or with a minimum
of 4 grade 5 bolts, 3/8 inch diameter.
CHEATING
Anyone caught cheating will forfeit all points to date and be restricted from
pulling at the next two events. This includes driver and tractor.
COMPUTERS/ELECTRONICS DEVICES
No computers or electronic devises will be allowed that will control any
mechanical operation of the pulling tractor.
DEFLECTION SHIELD
A deflection shield is required on both sides of the engine. This shield must
extend the full length of the block castings and be securely fastened. The
minimum thickness is .060 inch for either steel or aluminum.
Shields on mini rod engines shall be from the bottom of the heads (top of block)
and extend to 2 inches below the bottom center throw of the crankshaft.
Shields on 6 cylinder equipped tractors will extend 6 inches above and 6 inches
below the center of the crankshaft.
DRAWBAR
A minimum drawbar length of 6 inches from the center of the rear axle to the
point of hook. Drawbar is to be stationary in all vertical movement. Maximum
height is 13 inches from the top of the drawbar devices when parallel to the
ground. Cross sectional thickness of the hitching device must be equivalent to
inch flat stock and have at least a 2 inch in diameter circular opening. A safety
cable is to go around the rear of the hitch opening and connect over the pinion or
hook to something of equal strength; the cable must be a least 3/8 inch aircraft
cable. The safety cable is not mandatory but suggested.
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Drawbar height will be checked prior to each hook. All drawbars must be secured
with at least 1 grade 5 bolt, inch diameter.
DRIVER CHECK IN
All drivers must be present and checked in with the Outlaw secretary at least 1.5
hour before the pull starts.
DRIVER PARTICIPATION
A driver may not be allowed to participate for emotional or physical reasons. (i.e.
including drinking or illness, etc)
DRIVERS AGE
All drivers will be fully capable of handling the tractor. All contestants under the
age of 18 must have written consent of their parents and no one will be allowed to
pull under the age of 16.
DRIVERS MEETING
A drivers meeting will be held one hour before the start of each pull the location
of the meeting will be told to the driver at check in.
DRIVERS PPE GEAR

All drivers must wear protective type clothing while operating a tractor, a driving
suit is required and it must meet SFI-1 certified specifications. Pair of driving
gloves that have a single layer of Nomex that meet SFI 3.3-1 standards, A Nomex
head sock with single or dual eye port that meet SFI spec 3.3 standards, A full
360 degree neck collar meeting SFI spec 3.3 and driving shoes that meet SFI 3.35 standards. The fire suit must be in good condition free from rips, holes and fit
the driver properly. The driver will not be allowed to pull if their fire suit is not in
good condition and will conduct themselves and their tractors in a safe and
responsible manner at all events.
All drivers must wear an S.E.M.A approved helmet with full face shield. The face
shield on the helmet will remain down or in place before the puller may leave the
line.
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DRUGS AND ALCOHOL

Any driver who presents him or herself under the influence of drugs or alcohol
will be restricted from driving that day and must leave the pit area.
Any member who presents him or herself under the influence of drugs or alcohol
before or during the event must leave the pit area.
No members can consume alcohol before or during the event in the pit area
ELIGIBILITY
Eligibility for any points at any event depends on competitor paying entry fee and
passing tech inspection. It is competitors responsibility to have a tech official
inspect their vehicle.
ENGINE FANS
All engine fans must be shrouded with 24 gauge or thicker steel or 12 gauge
thickness or thicker aluminum for 360 degrees. Electric fans are exempt.
ENGINE STARTER
All tractors will be equipped with a starter system other than pushing or pulling.
This will be used unless breakage occurs.
ENTRY
Each tractor may be entered in only two (2) classes.
Classes in a given session will be run in the session, but not necessarily in the
posted scheduled order.
If a puller breaks on a previous class and cannot make pull order in the next
session, the puller may check with track officials for extra time. It is the track
official's decision to allow the puller to drop position.
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Once entries have closed, (1 hour before the start of the event), Outlaw teammates only, (which will be predetermined at the seasons start), will be staggered
in the lineup if possible. The only place not permitted will be the last two hooks
of the class.
ENTRY TRAILER
The entry trailer (or other designated site) opens for a minimum of two (2) hours
prior to the start of each event and secretary will make him/her available for one
(1) hour after the end of the session.
EQUIPMENT LOST WHILE PULLING

Any ballast of safety equipment lost while hooked to the sled will be cause for
disqualification. If weights drag on the ground although they may still be
attached to the tractor this will result in a disqualification unless it is caused by
the sled.
EQUIPMENT STANDARDS
If for any reason equipment is not up to the associations standards a driver will
be allowed to pull, but must repair the suspect item before the next event. This
does not include safety equipment
EXHAUST SYSTEMS
All exhaust systems must discharge upward and not more than 45 degrees off
plumb in any direction. The height is to be a minimum of 12 inches after the last
bend in the pipe which discharges upward (measured from top of pipe to bottom
of bend). All exhaust must be securely attached.
FIRE EXTINGUISHER
A fire extinguisher is required for all classes. Mini rods must be equipped with a
2 pound (minimum) fire extinguisher, fully charged and in working condition with
a current annual inspection tag it must also be convenient to the driver. A dry
chemical or halon extinguisher must be used.
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FRONT END
All tractors must have a wide front end with no less than 2 feet between front
tires.
FRONT SKID/FRONT AXLE SUPPORT

Front skid/front axle support should have radius to prevent digging into track.
Front axle support frame should be strong enough to support front end weight of
tractor. Support should have a maximum of 2 ground clearance.
FUEL LEAK
Any tractor coming on the track with a fuel leak will be prohibited from pulling
until repaired.
FUEL LINES AND FITTINGS

Approved fittings and lines must be used with alcohol fuel.
FUEL SHUT OFF

All fuel shut offs must be operative from the drivers seat. A push-pull cable is
recommended.
FULL PULL
All pulls within the boundary lines and beyond the furthermost measurable point
will be a full pull.
GRIEVANCES
Any grievances, concerns or possible rule changes by a member needs to be
submitted to the president in writing no verbal statements will be accepted.
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HARMONIC BALANCER/HUB
All engines will have a bolt in the front of the crankshaft to hold any type of
harmonic balancer or hub onto the crankshaft. Harmonic balancers, except for
SFI approved, will be shrouded 270 degrees with no less then inch steel and be
no more than 2 inch away in any direction. Balancers will have a strap across
front of shroud and be mounted securely to engine.
HOOKING TO THE SLED

Tractors will be in neutral before hooking up to the sled, the driver will signal this
condition by raising his/her hands.
HOT AREA
During the pull, safety is in the front of everyone's mind. The crowd must be kept
at least 25 feet from the track unless a concrete or wooden barrier is used or with
reasonable approved exceptions. The ends of the track must be kept open at all
times. A pull will not be conducted if a safety hazard is posed to anyone. Only
members will be allowed in any of our "hot" areas during the pull. Staging areas,
competition track, pit area and etc. are considered hot areas.
HOT RODING/ABUSIVE BEHAVIOR

The officers and /or the promoters may prohibit anyone from pulling for a
substantial reason, such as hot Roding or abusive behavior. There shall be no
alcoholic beverages consumed on the track or in the pit before or during any
event.
KILL SWITCH
All tractors will have a rear mounted kill switch mounted above the drawbar hook
point (maximum of 6 inches off center in any direction) and at least 30 inches
above the ground. The ring should be easily accessible and have a minimum
diameter of 1 inch.
The kill switch will short out or kill the power to the ignition system and the
electric fuel pump (if applicable).
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In the event that the kill switch kills the tractor, for any reason other than a sled
malfunction, the pull will be measured at that point.
All kill switches must be mounted independent of drawbar and/or wheelie bars.
All pulling vehicles must have an automatic/ignition kill switch and/or air shutoff,
in working order at all times. Track officials and/or tech inspectors must have the
option of checking kill switches, as many times as they feel is adequate at any
event.
On a spark ignition engine, kill switch must break or ground the ignition circuit.
On vehicles equipped with spark ignition engines and electric fuel pump(s) the
kill switch must also break current to the fuel pump(s). Switch must be checked
with the engine running.
The breakaway kill switches must have attached to them a minimum of 1/8"
cross-sectional thickness. The cable from the sled will be attached to this ring.
Portion of the kill switch and mounting bracket(s) must be able to withstand 32
pounds of pull per switch when pulled independently or collectively.
Kill switch ring must be secured with a single nylon tie wrap (1/8"). The tie wrap
must be broken for a re-pull. Addition: Competitor will be responsible for
replacing the kill switch mechanism and securing the tie wrap once the kill switch
is checked by tech official.
If vehicle has a kill switch or shutoff located in legal position, and during the pull
it is pulled and the nylon strap brakes, and the presiding judge inspects and finds
switch capable of operating properly under normal conditions, the vehicle will be
allowed to re-pull immediately or drop six positions. Decision to drop must be
made before the vehicle leaves the track. It is the puller's responsibility to see that
an official checks the switch before leaving the track.
All ignition engines must have bar type master switch for all motors in working
order within easy reach of driver.
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LATE DRIVER
Any puller wishing to enter must be cleared by the board and pull in the last
position. All drivers must be at the event 2 hours prior to the event start time.
LENGTH/WIDTH OF TRACTOR
No portion of any tractor may exceed 8 feet forward of the center of the rear
wheel. No portion of any tractor shall exceed six feet in width
MEMBER PARTICIPATION
During the drivers meeting members will be asked to help with the event. We
cannot use non-members to help because of insurance reasons. These positions
can be worked on a per class bases or for that whole event. The list of positions
needed but not limited to be as follows. A signup sheet will be available at the
drivers sign in area for any volunteers wanting to help with the pull.
Sled hook person, flag person, tee shirt sales person, distance person, video
person and many other volunteers
Nonmember assistance maybe used with board approval only.
MEMBERSHIP
Competitions membership, entitles you to all newsletters, a membership card,
voting rights and hook points. Cost $40.00. A paid member must participate in
50% of all Outlaw sanctioned pulls to qualify for the final pull off at the state fair
or other location. A member must have their membership paid before they may
participate in an event.
An additional fee of $120.00 will be charged for insurance premiums and/or hook
fee to members with tractors that will be competing.
One time competition membership fee of $40.00 and a $20.00 fee per hook entitle
you to a payout for each class entered. No award points are given for this type of
membership
If a tractor is entering in more than one event a full membership fee will be
required. The onetime fee will be subtracted from the cost
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Once a puller has hooked to the sled, whether he/she can make a measurable pull
or not he/she may not be refunded his/her membership/hook fee for that class.
MID-SEASON TRACTOR REBUILD

A person can rebuild existing tractor in mid-season and retain previous points
with paid membership. Points go with vehicle not driver. All pulling tractors will
be required to have an Inspection/Weight Certification sticker in place after being
certified each season. Any mid-season modification will require being re-certified.
This will be required each year.
MULTIPLE DAY PULL

In the event of a multiple day pull at the same location, each day will be
considered a separate event.
NEUTRAL START SWITCH

All tractors shall be equipped with a neutral start switch. On automatic
transmission equipped tractors this means the engine will start only when the
transmission is in neutral or park shift positions. On tractor with manual shifting
transmissions the engine will only start when the clutch pedal is depressed
(neutral switch or clutch disengagement switch).
NUMBER 1 PULLER
The number 1 puller has the option of a re-pull, if he so states to the judge before
he unhooks from the sled, and must pull between the number 3, and number 4
puller or last, if he elects to take his optional pull.
OUT OF BOUNDS
If a tractor goes out of bounds after 100 feet the tractor is disqualified and no
measurement is taken. The tractor will be awarded last place points and last place
payout based on the number of entries for that class. Ties are split. Should your
tractor go out of bounds and you are the number 1 puller, you have the option of
one of the following:
A. Immediate re-pull
B. Dropping to the 3rd pulling position
C. Dropping to the last pulling position
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Any other pulling position that goes out of bounds before 100 feet only has the
option to immediately re-pull. In the event of a pull off, if a puller goes out of
bounds the driver will be marked at the point and is not disqualified.
If during a pull, any part of a tractor goes outside the track boundary lines, after
100 feet, this will be cause for disqualification and the tractor will lose its second
pull option. A test puller will be given an option hook. The sled may go out of
the track boundary lines, but not the tractor.
OUTLAW STAFF
One president, one secretary, one treasurer, and four (4) board of directors will be
elected from the membership for a two year term. Elections will be held at the
end of term and results will be announced at the annual banquet/meeting, when
held. These positions have a 2 term limit and the member must sit out for one year
before being re-elected to that position again.
PAY OUTS
1950/2000 N/A class payouts per class
1. $120.00
2. $110.00
3. $100.00
4. $90.00
5. $80.00
6. $70.00
7. $60.00
8. $50.00
9. $50.00
10. $50.00
11. $50.00
All additional payouts will be $50.00
2025/2050 Blower class payouts per class
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
$150.00
$140.00
$130.00
$120.00
$110.00
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6. $100.00
7. $90.00
1800/1850 Small block class payouts per class
1. $75.00
2. $65.00
3. $50.00
4. $50.00
In the event of a tie Example: If tied for 1st, add 1st and 2nd total points 30 + 29 =
59 divide by 2 = 29.5 each for points. Next position would be 3rd for 3rd place
points. Same with payouts add the 2 pays together and divide by 2.
PAYOUT CHECKS
All payout checks will be written to the driver of the tractors unless arrangements
have been made with the treasurer before the start of the event
All pay out checks can be picked up from the treasure after all checks have been
written. The payout checks can only be given to the driver for whom it was
written a board member will be present at the entry trailer to answer any questions
that a driver may have about their pay outs or points.
PERSONNEL ON THE TRACK

Only authorized personnel will be permitted on the track during the pull.
POINTS
A points system will be used to award points to the tractor are as follows:
1st place 30 points
2nd place 28 points
3rd place 26 points
4th place 24 points
5th place 22 points
6th place
7th place
8th place
9th place
10th place
20 points
18 points
16 points
14 points
12 points
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11th place 10 points

12th place 8 points
Any tractor hooking to a sled and making a measurable pull will be will be
awarded position points and the position pay.
Any tractor not making at least one measurable pull during an event will not
receive any points or payout for that event
If a tractor, entered in two classes, has a break down during its first pull, the
tractor will be awarded last place points and last place payout based on the
number of entries for each class entered. Ties are split.
Points must be obtained by vehicle. If frame, body, and/or design changes for
mechanical reasons during the season, or ownership changes during the offseason, must be approved the Outlaw Hot Rod Association.
PROCEDURES
Upon arrival at the event, a minimum of 2 hours before the start of the event
immediately go to the entry trailer designated to enter participants.
Present Membership Card to entry clerk. The driver must hold a current card.
Enter all classes in which you will be participating.
Competitors who are not current Competing Members will be able to pay their
membership and insurance fees at the time of registration.
The entry officials and/or presiding official have the authority to refuse and return
entry fees and to revoke pit passes for any competitor they believe has
fraudulently violated the entry procedure for any reason.
Entries close one hour prior to the scheduled start of a session.
A puller may enter late with permission of presiding officials. An event Official
must be notified of the competitors intentions to compete before close of entries
to be eligible for late entry.
PROTESTING A TRACTOR
Any contestant who feels another contestants tractor is illegal may protest that
tractor by consulting the director or president in a respectful and considerate
manner. All protest will be handled before or immediately after the pulling event.
All expenses will be paid for by the party in the wrong.
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PULL BACK DEVICE

All tractors will be equipped with a loop or hook on the front of the tractor to
facilitate a pullback rope.
PULL OFF
In a pull off, after the first tractor has made a legal pull, all remaining tractors
must hook onto the sled and pull at that weight. All full pulls or ties in
measurements shall be decided by a pull off, or if in agreement may add the prize
money of the places represented and split it.
In a pull off each puller will hook in the order that they pulled in original class
line up. No dropping of position is allowed in a pull off.
If the track officials believe that an error has occurred in sled setting, pull-off may
be restarted. In this case, the first puller may come right back or drop to the last.
In a pull off, a floating finish line will be used for all competitors.
PULLING
Pulling will be considered over when forward motion stops. Puller must stop
immediately when red flagged or be disqualified.
PULLING TRACK
All officially sanctioned contests must have available a dirt track of not less than
250 feet in length, not to exceed 400 feet, and not less than 30 feet wide.
Spectators must be kept 25 feet or more from the track with a barrier.
PUSH BARS
Push bars are mandatory. The design should fully protect the rear of the tractor
chassis and rear wheels. Exact specifications are left to builder.
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RAIN OUT
In case of a rain out, if over half the classes are completed the event will be
considered completed. The payouts will be divided up evenly to the tractors that
were not able to pull in their classes. The event will be rescheduled, if possible, if
half or less than half of the classes are not completed.
In case of a rain out or safety concern after the event is started by the Board
members. If over half the classes are completed the event will be considered
completed. The payouts will be divided up evenly to the tractors and each tractor
will be awarded 5 points. The event will be rescheduled, if possible, if half or less
than half of the classes are not complete
When a class has been officially presented, but must be called off because on any
reasons, the purse and the points will be split equally for all competitors based on
the number of entries in the class if the event cannot be rescheduled.
REASONS FOR DISQUALIFICATION

Out of bounds, this is described as any part of the pulling vehicle touching the
white boundary line.
Loss of weight under green flag
Loss or failure of safety equipment or equipment belonging to vehicle under green
flag
Illegal fuel
Unsportsmanlike conduct-any competitor or crew member displaying
unsportsmanlike conduct at any Outlaw sanctioned events whether verbal or
physical will be reason for that teams loss of points and purse for the event where
the actions take place.
Any second offense after official notification in writing by the Outlaw office will
be cause for the competitor and team suspension for the remained of that pulling
season. Season is January through December.
Illegal Equipment
Leaving the starting line under red flag
Excessive argument with track official or board member
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Deliberate delay on event

Attacking of official
Intoxication of driver
Track Official decisions are final. There is no appeal process. Disagreement will
result in disqualification.
Disqualifications will receive last place points and last place payout based on
number of entries for that class.
Any tractor found to be out of compliance will be disqualified for that class only
ROLL BAR
All tractors must have roll bars of 1 3/8 inch diameter and a minimum of .050
inch thickness or equivalent should be securely fastened to frame. Mounting
should be either by welding or bolting using 2 grade 5 bolt of 3/8 inch diameter at
each bar point.
ROLL BARS/SEAT BELTS

All tractors with roll bars must be equipped with seat belts and a shoulder harness,
four points minimum.
RULES VIOLATIONS
Any first time violation may result in disqualification from the event if deemed
necessary by the board.
Second time violation for the same in fraction will result in season long
suspension.
If there is more than one disqualification in a class, the last points and last place
payout based on number of entries will be split equally among those disqualified.
Anyone suspended will not be allowed in the track or pit area for the duration of
the suspension. If vehicle is sold, vehicle will be allowed to pull, but suspended
party must not be involved with the vehicle in any way.
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SAFETY VIOLATIONS
Any safety violations or concerns found by a member needs to be reported to a
board member or track official right away.
SEATS AND FENDERS

All tractors must have a substantial seat with a minimum of 4 inches of back
support and firmly attached. A manufactured seat of equal strength is acceptable.
Drivers will remain in the tractors seat with no bouncing, drivers feet will remain
on footrests anytime the tractor is in motion at any event. Drivers will not leave
their seat, for weight distribution, during the pull, or disqualification will occur.
Tractors will have fenders. Fenders are to consist of a barrier between driver and
tire. They must be adequately braced and have a secure frame around the drivers
sides and back.
All tractors must have a strong and rigid seat; all tip seats must be securely
fastened while pulling. All seats must have side rails that are minimum of 4"
above the edge of the seat, must extend a minimum of one-half the distance from
the back of the seat to the front edge; minimum strength equivalent to 1/2" pipe. If
fenders are 6" or greater above the seat, and are 6" or less from the seat, no seat
side rails are required. Seats will be thoroughly inspected by officials.
All tractors must have a shield between the driver and the tire, (not necessarily
fender), to consist of a solid barrier between driver and any part of the rear tires to
be able to sufficiently support weight of the driver. The barrier must be a
minimum of 6" wide at the bottom, increasing to a minimum of 36" wide at the
top and the barrier must curl a minimum of 6" from vertical out over the tire in the
same configuration as the tire.
Fenders or tire shields must be constructed so that when the driver is seated and
the hands are on the wheel, he/she cannot touch the rear tire with any part of
his/her body.
SLED BRAKES
The sled operator may use sled brakes or remote tractor shut off if he feels it is
necessary for safety. The individual pull will end at this point. A re-pull may be
allowed depending on the track officials decision.
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SLED BREAKAGE
If the mechanical sled should break down during a class and cannot be repaired
within a reasonable time, that class will be pulled over starting with the number 1
puller.
SLED CHANGE
If a class restarts due to a sled change, pulling positions will also restart with the
number 1 puller being the test puller.
SLED INTERFERES
No portion of the tractor or weights shall interfere with the sled or the sleds hitch
during the pull.
SLED REPOSITIONING
Puller may spot the sled anywhere in bounds and behind starting line if they wish.
This must be done while sled is coming back to the start line from the previous
pull. Only one sled spotting is allowed. All pullers must start from a tight hitch
from the same starting line. No jerk starts will be allowed. Contestants will be
allowed 3 attempts at 100 feet to start sled and on the third attempt the driver will
move to the last position.
SLED RE-WEIGHT
If the sled is re-weighted it must be done before the 3rd tractor pulls or at the
discretion of the sled operator and two board members.
If the sled is re-weighted the number 1 puller again has the option of a re-pull. If
the number 1 does not want to pull in the number 1 position the number 2 puller
will assume the number 1 position and have his option of a re-pull. The original
number 1 puller will assume the last pulling position.
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STAGING AREA
All tractors /Drivers must be lined up and ready to pull in the staging area 15
minutes before its class starts. The location of the staging area will be determined
at the drivers meeting. If the tractor /Driver are not in the staging area before the
start of the class the tractor can be disqualified or be moved to last position in the
class.
SUPER CHARGERS/TURBO CHARGERS

All super charger drive components must conform to S.E.M.A. specifications.
Optionally: super chargers drive units must be secured with an approved cable or
restraint on blower. Restraint must be a minimum of 3/16 inch air craft cable if
used. All super chargers shall have a metal belt shield at the sides and top of belt.
This shield, minimally, should be 1/16 inch. All turbo units must be shrouded
with 1/16 inch steel for 360 degrees around.
THROTTLE LINKAGE
All tractors will have a positive return throttle linkage. All throttles will have 2
return springs mounted at the carburetor or injector. All pulling vehicles must be
equipped with a dead man throttle. All throttles working in a forward-rearward
direction shall be closed in the rearmost position. No hydraulic throttle linkage
allowed. The throttle must be positive, two-way, mechanical linkage. All foot
throttles must have a toe strap
All throttles on mini rods must be self-returning to the idle position when
released.
TIRES/WHEELS
Tires are limited to 18.4 to 16.1 or 15X15X31 (Limited Modified)
Wheels must be either steel or aluminum.
TOWING
Only the driver will be allowed on vehicle when it is being towed or driven.
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TRACTOR APPEARANCE
All tractors will be clean and painted
TRACTOR CLASSES
1800 lbs. LIMITED MODIFIED class. aspirated only, carbureted or fuel injected.
Class open to mini rods with rubber tires. No four wheel drive allowed. No dual
tires, tire studs or chains permitted. All power must be transmitted through the
wheels. Maximum tire size is 15x15.5x31. The engine size is limited to small
block engines. Weight of the tractor, driver and safety equipment cannot exceed
1800 lbs.
1850 lbs. LIMITED MODIFIED class. aspirated only, carbureted or fuel injected.
Class open to mini rods with rubber tires. No four wheel drive allowed. No dual
tires, tire studs or chains permitted. All power must be transmitted through the
wheels. Maximum tire size is 15x15.5x31. The engine size is limited to small
block engines. Weight of the tractor, driver and safety equipment cannot exceed
1850 lbs.
1950 lbs. MODIFIED class. aspirated only, carbureted or fuel injected. Class
open to mini rods with rubber tires. No four wheel drive allowed. No dual tires,
tire studs or chains permitted. All power must be transmitted through the wheels.
Tires are limited to 18.4 to 16.1. The engine size is limited (maximum) to 640
cubic inches. Weight of the tractor and driver plus safety equipment should not
exceed 1950 lbs.
2000 lbs. MODIFIED class. aspirated only, carbureted or fuel injected. Class
open to mini rods with rubber tires. No four wheel drive allowed. No dual tires,
tire studs or chains permitted. All power must be transmitted through the wheels.
Tires are limited to 18.4 to 16.1. The engine size is limited (maximum) to 640
cubic inches. Weight of the tractor and driver plus safety equipment should not
exceed 2000 lbs.
2025 lbs. SUPER MODIFIED class. Class open to mini rods with rubber tires.
No four wheel drive allowed. No dual tires, tire studs or chains permitted. All
power must be transmitted through the wheels. Tires are limited to 18.4 to 16.1.
The engine size is limited (maximum) to 575 cubic inches. Weight of the tractor
and driver plus safety equipment should not exceed 2025 lbs.
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2050 lbs. SUPER MODIFIED class. Class open to mini rods with rubber tires.
No four wheel drive allowed. No dual tires, tire studs or chains permitted. All
power must be transmitted through the wheels. Tires are limited to 18.4 to 16.1.
The Engine size is limited (maximum) 575 cubic inches. Weight of the tractor
and driver plus safety equipment should not exceed 2050 lbs.
No tractors shall pull in more than two classes.
TRACTOR MECHANICAL PROBLEMS

Any driver not ready at his turn due to mechanical problems will have the option
to pull in the last position if officials are notified before the start of the class.
For mechanical reasons only, a puller may drop to last position in the class. This is
allowed by track officials discretion. Safety equipment does not qualify for a
mechanical problem.
TRACTOR NOT QUALIFYING FOR A CLASS

Any tractor not qualifying for a class because of weight or equipment noncompliance (other than safety requirements) and being approved by officers and
sled operators will be allowed to make an exhibition pull
TRACTOR RUNNING IN THE PIT AREA

A tractor must have a qualified driver in the seat or one who is knowledgeable of
the controls while the tractor is running in the pit area, or on the pulling track.
TRANSMISSIONS
The use of torque converters, automatic shifts, and similar devices will be allowed
during events. All tractors with automatic transmissions must have a reverse lockout.
All tractors must be equipped with a neutral start switch, meaning the engine will
only start when the transmission is in neutral or park. A metal cover, (no plastic will
be used under the torque converter on automatic transmissions) is required. SFI
certified scatter blankets, SFI certified shields or SFI certified transmission cases
w/SFI clutch plate are required on all transmissions. Blankets must start at the motor
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block and extend to the tail housing and provide 360 degrees protection around
transmission. Blankets must be secured tightly in all directions.
All automotive type engines will be equipped with current S.E.M.A. blow-proof
bell housings and block plates used with clutch units. All bolts will be in place in
bell housings. All bolts shall be a minimum of grade 5. All manual transmissions
will have a neutral start switch.
U-JOINTS/ DRIVE SHAFT

All u-joints and drive shafts must be shielded full length 360 degrees with a
minimum of 1/4 thick aluminum or 1/4 thick steel. Inside diameter of shield
will be no more than two inches larger than u-joint or coupler.
VIDEOTAPING OR PHOTOGRAPHY
No videotaping or photography is allowed closer than 30 feet from the track or
unless directed by head track official.
WEIGHTS
All weights must be safely secured with solid mechanical device to the tractor, not
to extend beyond the rear tires.
Any weights or safety equipment lost while hooked to the sled will result in a
disqualification
Weights must be securely fastened with solid mechanical device and no transfer
of weights while the vehicle is moving will be allowed.
All tractors will be required to weight before hooking to the sled unless weights
have been previously certified by the association.
Weights may be repositioned on re-pull of false start.
WHEELIE BARS
All tractors will have two wheelie bars at least 10 inches apart measures from the
inside edge of wheels or pads and have at least 1 inches wide wheels or 3 inch or
larger square pads not more than 6 inches off the ground and not less than 1 inch
behind the rear tires. These bars should be strong enough to support the weight of
the tractor. The wheelie bars will in no way interfere with the sled during hookup
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or the pull. The drawbar and drawbar assembly will not in any way be attached to
the stabilizer bar assembly.
All pulling tractors will be inspected each year. No

one will be permitted to compete until the tech
officials do such inspections. No one will be allowed
to compete unless they have all required safety
equipment in place. No exceptions.
SAFETY
At every Outlaw Hot Rod Pullers Association sanctioned event, safety is the name of the
game. The sport of tractor pulling has more brute horsepower than any other motor sport
in the world. With machinery this powerful, safety cannot be over emphasized.
There are many different types of safety equipment requires and will appear on many
different areas of the pulling vehicle.
During the pull, safety is in the front of everyone's mind. The crowd must be kept at least
25 feet from the track unless a concrete or wooden barrier is used or with reasonable
approved exceptions. Spectators in the pit area must be kept to a minimum and everyone
in the pit area. The ends of the track must be kept open at all times. A pull will not be
conducted if a safety hazard is posed to anyone. No one 14 or under will be allowed in
any of our "hot" areas. Staging areas, competition track, pit area and etc. are considered
hot areas.
Safety is everyone's responsibility. The promoter, track workers, spectator and officials
must work together to ensure the safety of all involved.
Warranty Disclaimer: These rules are intended as guidelines for the sport of tractor
pulling. The rules relating to the safety of equipment are the responsibility of each driver
who participates in the sport of tractor and pickup pulling under these rules. No expressed
or implied warranty of safety is intended or may be inferred from the publication of these
rules, or the compliance therewith. Nothing herein should be construed as a guarantee
against injury or death to participants, bystanders or spectators.
Rules and specifications as set forth in this rulebook are based upon the recommendations
of competing members, crewmen and other participants in the sport of tractor pulling. All
participants must assume all liability for any damage or loss caused by or flowing from
their equipment and their use thereof.
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The Outlaw Hot Rod Pullers Association specifically states that it has not tested any
equipment or use of equipment that it refers to in the rulebook and makes no warranties
either specific or implied with regard thereto and any use thereof must look to the
manufacturer thereof with regard to said warranties.
This 2015 Official Rules & Regulations Book was approved by the President and the Board of
Directors on Saturday February 07, 2015
___________Gary Burman_______________ 2015 President
_______John Hitchcock___________________2015 Secretary
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