2023 General Rules & Procedures
2022 2023 Fox River Racing Club Rules
SECTION – 1
FRRC 2022 2023 RULES
1.1 DEFINITIONS
Terms which appear throughout this Rule Book have the following meanings:
FRRC -The trade name of Fox River Racing Club, Inc.
FRRC Rules – The rules in this Rule Book, as amended from time to time.
FRRC Officers – The President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer of FRRC.
FRRC Officials – Employees, or agents of FRRC.
FRRC Technical Officials – FRRC Officials responsible for determining whether a car meets applicable specifications.
FRRC Member – An individual who has been accepted by FRRC as a member, and whose membership is current, has not expired, been canceled, suspended, or terminated.
Event – A FRRC sponsored event which includes: registration; inspection; practice; qualifying; and races. FRRC events also include: meetings; awards banquet; car shows; and any activity in which FRRC is a sponsor.
Competitor – A driver, car owner, crew member, FRRC Member, or other person who participates in a FRRC event.
Major Infraction
Major infractions include: violation of cubic inch displacement, compression limit, using non approved cylinder block, crankshaft, connecting rods, valves, valve lifters, rocker arms,
cylinder heads, intake manifold, carburetor spacer; carburetor (including altering of stock
boosters), traction control; fuel; failure to tear down car for inspection when requested; failure
to surrender to FRRC any part and/or equipment found during an inspection that does not
meet FRRC specifications; harassment, verbal abuse, or assault to any FRRC Officer, FRRC
Technical Official, or any persons serving under the direction of FRRC.
Minor Infraction
Any infraction that is not considered a Major Infraction by the Technical Director.
1.2 EFFECTIVE DATE
The FRRC Rules are effective on the date of adoption by FRRC, regardless of when published.
Once adopted, the FRRC Rules are in effect until the end of the competition season.
1.3 AMENDMENTS
The FRRC Rules may only be amended by publication of a bulletin by FRRC. An amendment
is effective on the date of publication by FRRC, regardless of when received by a Competitor.
1.4 APPLICABILITY
The FRRC Rules are applicable to all events sponsored by FRRC.
1.4.1 Promoters Of Wisconsin Auto Racing (POWAR)
The FRRC and WIR are members of POWAR and suspensions and actions unilaterally apply to all POWAR tracks and events
1.5 INTERPRETATION and APPLICATION
FRRC Rules are intended to ensure that FRRC sponsored Events are conducted in a manner
that is as fair as possible for all Competitors.
If there is a dispute regarding the interpretation or application of FRRC Rules, the decision by
FRRC Technical Officials, at the Event, is final. If a competitor believes a rule has been improperly applied, they can notify the FRRC Board of Directors (BOD) in writing stating the infraction in question and the reason for concern. The BOD will respond within 1 week of receipt of the concern. There will be a $100 fee charged for an appeal that will be refunded if the appeal is granted.
1.6 FINALITY of INTERPRETATION and APPLICATION
The interpretation and application of the FRRC Rules by the FRRC Officials at the track are
final. ALL FRRC MEMBERS AND COMPETITORS EXPRESSLY AGREE THAT DETERMINATIONS BY FRRC OFFICIALS AS TO THE INTERPRETATION AND APPLICATION OF THE FRRC RULES ARE NON-LITIGABLE, AND THAT THEY WILL NOT INITIATE OR MAINTAIN ANY KIND OF LITIGATION AGAINST FRRC OR ANYONE ACTING ON BEHALF OF FRRC, TO REVERSE OR MODIFY DETERMINATIONS, OR TO RECOVER DAMAGES, OR TO SEEK ANY OTHER KIND OF RELIEF. A FRRC MEMBER OR COMPETITOR WHO INITIATES OR MAINTAINS LITIGATION AGREES TO REIMBURSE FRRC FOR ALL COSTS OF LITIGATION, INCLUDING ATTORNEY’S FEES.
1.7 COMPETITOR REQUIREMENTS
1.7.1 Eligibility
Any individual is entitled to participate in a FRRC Event provided that the individual has
signed all required forms, waivers, & releases, and paid the required fee(s). Any individual
participating as a Competitor agrees to abide by FRRC Rules as described herein.
A Competitor who is not a FRRC Member is not eligible for any end of season point fund or
awards.
A Competitor who is a FRRC Member must participate in at least 65 percent of the scheduled
Events to be eligible for any end of season point fund or awards.
To enter the pit area of a FRRC Event, a Competitor must be at least 13 years of age.
Competitors between the ages of 13 through 17 must have an insurance waiver signed by BOTH parent or legal guardian.
To compete in a FRRC Event, a Competitor must be at least 13 years of age and turn 14 years old during the race season. Competitors between the ages of 13 14 through 17 must have a notarized insurance waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian. 12 year old competitors may be considered on a case by case basis to ONLY compete in the sport truck division with appropriate notarized insurance waiver and specific approval of the FRRC Officers. * SEE SPECIFIC SPORT TRUCK MINOR PROCEDURE*
A 13 or 14 year old competitor may be allowed to compete ONLY in the Sizzlin’ 4 or Super
Stock Division if they can provide documented proof of a minimum of 3 2 years of consistent
competitive racing experience. A formally submitted request will need to be submitted to the
club officers for review, including the documented past race experience. After reviewing this formal request, the final decision will be made by the club officers.
A 15 year old competitor may be allowed to compete on the ½ mile if they turn 16 years old during the race season and they can provide documented may be allowed to compete on the ½ mile if there is proof of a minimum of 3 2 years of consistent competitive racing experience. A formally submitted request will need to be submitted to the club officers for review, including the documented past race experience. After reviewing this formal request, the final decision will be made by the club officers.
1.7.2 Independent Contractor Status
All Competitors are considered independent contractors. A FRRC Officer or Official who
participates in an Event is considered a Competitor while on the race track. The Competitor is
responsible for compensation of, and for all actions of, their employees or representatives. The
Competitor is responsible for reporting and paying all fees, expenses, or taxes, if any, on any
funds received as a result of activities as a Competitor. All trackside help are considered
Independent Contractors.
1.8 SAFETY
Racing is an inherently dangerous sport. Each Competitor assumes the risk of injury or death
when he/she participates in an Event. Competitors are solely, and directly, responsible for the safety of their race cars and racing equipment. FRRC IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ADEQUACY OF A COMPETITORS RACE CAR OR RACING EQUIPMENT. NO EXPRESS, OR IMPLIED, WARRANTY SHALL RESULT FROM THE PUBLICATION OF, OR COMPLIANCE, WITH THESE RULES. These rules govern the conduct of an Event, and, by participating, Competitors are deemed to be in compliance with these rules.
SECTION – 2
2014 TRACK PROCEDURES
2.1 GENERAL
2.1.1 Race Decisions
All decisions by FRRC Officials involving track procedures are final, and non-appealable. The
FRRC officers have the right to experiment with new procedures to better the show, provided
it is communicated to the teams first.
2.1.2 Rain Outs
FRRC Officers will consult with the track owner to determine if the Event will be postponed.
In the event of a rain out prior to the opening of the pit gate, information can be obtained by
calling the race track. The track phone number is 1 (920) 766-5577.
In the event of a rain out after the pit gates are open, all heat races and dashes, on both tracks,
must be completed in order to receive points and purse. Completed races will receive full
points and purse. Uncompleted races will receive total points for the race and one half of the
purse for the race, divided equally among the race cars. Cars that would have transferred into the feature by means of their finishing position in the Semi-Feature, will be paid for the Semi- Feature if the Feature is rained out before the cars take the one to go signal to start the race.
2.1.3 Weigh In
Any race car under the allowable weight is subject to disciplinary action. Penalties will be imposed in accordance with Section 4 – Penalties. If a car does not meet minimum/maximum weight requirements on their first attempt to scale they will receive only one additional attempt to re-scale the car before they are determined to be in violation of the rules.
Random weight checks may be conducted at any time. Weights will be determined by the track scale, which is considered official. Crew members may NOT jack car prior to scaling and tech inspection. DQ and fine will result.
All heat race and dash winners must weigh their car after the race. The top five finishers in the
Late Model, Super Late Model, Super Stock and Sizzlin 4 semi feature and feature race must weigh their cars immediately after the race, plus any other designated cars.
2.1.4 Order of Events
As posted nightly at the Pit Office and at the Scale.
2.1.5 Qualifying
Wisconsin Sport Trucks, 4 cylinders and Super Stocks will receive two qualifying lap, which may be done in group qualifying sessions. If a driver receives the green or white flags during qualifying, the lap will be considered complete.
A driver may not wave off or disallow qualifying time. In the event of duplicate official laps,
the car having the duplicate qualifying time first will receive the highest qualifying position.
In the event of a duplicate official lap, the car having the fastest average time of the night will be used to break the tie. If BOTH LAPS are identical, the car having the duplicate qualifying time first will receive the highest qualifying position.
Late Model, and Super Late Model qualifying order will be determined by prior year’s SLM points champions car number and will be incremented by 10 each week. If a car number is required to go first 2 nights in a row, that car has the option of going later in the sequence. Drivers will present their car for qualifying in car number sequence and will be allowed
two consecutive laps. Cars breaking the qualifying line or the pre-tech line before qualifying will only receive one lap. A break in the qualifying line is constituted by not having a car in the staging box when the car timing receives the white flag, or failure to present a car within two minutes of the initial qualifying start time.
Late Models and Super Late Models will receive two consecutive qualifying laps. If a driver
receives the green or white flags during qualifying, the lap(s) will be considered complete. A
driver may not wave off or disallow qualifying times. The fastest lap will be the official lap. In the event of a duplicate official lap, the car having the fastest average time of the night will be used to break the tie. If BOTH LAPS are identical, the car having the duplicate qualifying time first will receive the highest qualifying position.
A driver that spins out on both laps, or has mechanical problems, will be positioned into all
races and must start all races in the last row. Past average qualifying time is not eligible for
qualifying points and may not be used to earn a position in the fast dash or feature race.
If the timing system fails, or weather eliminates qualifying, current point standings will be
used for drivers who have competed in 65% of the current year’s FRRC Events. If this occurs prior to the Red race, the previous years final point standings will be used. Drivers will not
receive qualifying points and prize money. Drivers who have not competed in 65% of the
current year’s FRRC Events will start in the last row of the heat races and semi feature or
feature race at the FRRC Officer’s discretion.
Late arrivals will receive one qualifying lap. No qualifying or late timing at intermission.
2.1.6 Race Line Up
2.1.6.1 Heat Races & Dashes
Wisconsin Sports Truck, Super Stocks, Late Model and Super Late Model heat races and
dashes will be lined up according to qualifying times, with the field inverted. The top two
finishers in the Wisconsin Sport Truck qualifying heat will be given the option to transfer to the feature and start in the last row.
2.1.6.2 Semi Feature & Feature Races
Wisconsin Sports Truck’s semi feature will be lined up according to qualifying times, with the
field totally inverted.
Late Model, Super Late Model and Super Stock semi features will be lined up according to
qualifying times (No Invert). The top four finishers in the Super Late Model, Late Model, super Stock and Sizzlin 4 semi features will be given the option to transfer to the feature and
start in the last two rows.
Wisconsin Sports Truck, Late Model and Super Late Model feature will be lined up according
to qualifying times, with the field partially inverted. The fast qualifier for Late Model
and Super Late Model feature will roll the die to determine starting position for the feature race.
Eight will be added to the number rolled to determine the number of cars inverted. The feature
winner from the previous week will start in front of the transfer cars in the Late Model
and Super Late Model feature. If a car(s) in the Late Model and Super
Late Model feature is (are) not within 0.750 seconds of the fast qualifier, the car(s) will be placed behind the fast qualifier straight up, according to qualifying time.
Super Stock feature race will be lined up according to qualifying times, with the field partially inverted. The Feature winner from the previous week will roll the die to determine the number of cars inverted for the feature race. Eight will be added to the number rolled to determine the number of cars inverted. Inverted cars will start the feature race ahead of the feature winner from the previous week. The feature winner from the previous week will start behind the fast qualifier in the feature. If a car(s) in the Super Stock feature is (are) not within 1.000 seconds of the fast qualifier, the car(s) will be placed behind the fast qualifier straight up, according to qualifying time.
For the Red/White/Blue (RWB) events, the 2nd Red race feature winner will start in front of the non-inverted cars for the first White race and White race 2nd feature winner will start in front of the non-inverted card of 1st Blue race feature.
Figure 8 race(s) will be lined up according to FRRC point standings, with the field totally inverted. The winner from the previous week will start in the last row, ahead of drivers without FRRC points. Figure 8 drivers signing in after 6:30 PM must start in the last row.
2.1.7 Race Start
All cars must be lined up in the proper position, when the pace lap starts. Cars entering the
race field after the pace vehicle begins to move, must start the race at the rear in the order they join the field. If the yellow flag occurs before the completion of one lap, the cars will be lined up in their original starting order except those cars involved in the incident, which must
restart the race at the rear. Lead cars are to be side by side at the restart line and get 2 chances to start the race or both cars will be moved back 2 rows
2.1.7.1 RACE RE-STARTS
All feature and semi-feature races on the 1⁄2 mile will be restarted double file until 5 to go in
the race, the last 5 laps of the race will restart single file regardless of previous double file
counts. Regular nights will have a maximum of 2 double file restarts and RWB events will have
a maximum of 3 double file restarts. After maximum is met, the remainder of the race will be
single file restarts regardless of lap count. Heat races on the 1⁄2 mile will be started single file.
All restarts on the 1/4 mile track for Wisconsin Sport Trucks, Super Stocks, and Sizzlin 4s will be double file.
All restarts for Figure eight will be single file if there are eight cars or less and
double file if there are nine cars or more.
2.1.7.2 PICK-A-LANE
When the caution flag comes out, cars will get in single file, based on FRRC scoring. After this
has been completed, a cone will be placed in the middle of the track. Each driver must choose
the inside or the outside lane prior to passing this cone and remain there until the race
resumes under green flag conditions. If a driver changes lanes after the cone, but before the
race starts, they will be instructed by our spotters tower to go to the rear of the field. If they do
not comply, they will be black flagged. If a complete lap is not finished prior to another
caution, the scorers will go back to the original lineup prior to the last pick-a- lane procedure,
as no car had advanced a spot fully under green flag conditions and not rightfully secured any
new starting position.
2.1.7.3 CARS INVOLVED IN CAUTION
If a car is deemed to be involved in the reason for the caution, they will go to the rear of the
field per our scoring tower. When the pick-a-lane procedure is implemented prior to the
restart, these car(s) will start at the end of the longest line on the restart Failure to restart at the rear of the race in the longest line after being deemed involved in the reason for the caution, will result in being scored at a lower finishing position at the end of the race and/or black flagged if several positions are involved. A gentlemen’s rule will be in effect, allowing a driver to take complete fault. This may be revoked at any time without notice.
2.1.8 Race Length
All heat races are subject to a time and caution limit. If the race is not completed within the
allotted time or caution limit, the car leading will be declared the winner. The laps, and time
limits and caution limits for division races is as follows:
Super Late Model and Late Models Car & Lap Counts:
16 cars qualify for feature by time
6 car dash-6 laps
Equal heats-8 laps (if 10 or more cars=10 laps)
Feature will consist of 16 plus 4 transfers from the semi.
Super Late Models : For Red, White and Blue race Features, the TOP 2 drivers in year to date weekly FRRC point standings that do not qualify into the feature as of the previous week may take two provisional spots and start in the 21st and 22nd starting positions. If these drivers want to forfeit these positions, they may compete in the semi feature to improve their starting position (16th-20th) but, if this is done, the next highest in FRRC points can take the surrendered provisional spot and start 21st or 22nd.
Division Laps Time Limit Transfers
Wisconsin Sports Truck
Qualifying Race 8 laps- 8 min. or 2 cautions (top two finishers option to transfer to feature) Semi feature 10 laps
Feature 20 laps
Late Model
Heat races 8 laps 8 min. or 2 cautions
Dash 6 laps 6 min. or 2 cautions
Semi feature 12 laps top four finishers option to transfer to feature
Feature 20 laps
Super Late Model
Heat races 8 laps 8 min. or 2 cautions
Dash 6 laps 6 min. or 2 cautions
Semi feature 15 laps top four finishers option to transfer to feature
Feature 35 laps
Super Stock
Heat races 8 laps – 8 min. or 2 cautions
Semi feature 12 laps
Feature 20 laps
Figure 8
Feature 13 laps – Must have minimum of 8 cars to race
All semi-feature and feature races may be subject to a time limit. If the race cannot be
completed due to unforeseen circumstances, the car leading will be declared the winner. Semi-
Feature laps may be adjusted according to car count. Any single driver causing two (2) yellow
flags in one race, or spinning out, unassisted, two (2) times in one race will receive the black
flag.
If slowing down and preparing to exit the track:
1/4 mile track – move to the outside lane and exit onto the 1/2 mile track.
1/2 mile track – move to the inside lane and exit on the back straightaway.
2.1.9 Car Repair and speeding in the pits
All ½ mile car repairs must be performed in the pit area. Repair of cars on the track, or pit lane, will result in disqualification. ¼ mile cars may be repaired in pits or on the ½ mile track near the entrance to the ¼ mile. When entering the pits, cars must slow to a reasonable speed. Failure
to slow to a “reasonable speed” may result in disqualification. The determination of reasonable
speed is a judgment call by FRRC Officials, which is final.
2.1.10 Testing
No in-race car testing without the permission of FRRC officers. The test driver must exit the
track when the “one lap to go” signal is given. Failure to follow testing provision will result in
the driver starting the next race in the last row.
2 x total testing sessions allowed per team on Thursdays from 10:30am-1pm (However, only 1 of those 2 can be on a Red, White and Blue night each season)
2.1.11 Flags
FRRC Officials will use flags and/or light signals to provide information to the drivers.
2.1.11.1 Green Flag
The green flag indicates the start of the race or the restart of the race after a caution period.
All race starts will be double file. At the start of the race, cars must maintain their assigned
starting position until they have crossed the start/finish line. The car on the inside of the front
row controls the start of the race. Any cars passing prior to the start/finish line are subject to
disciplinary action.
On restarts, the race resumes when the green flag is displayed. The car leading the race
controls the restart. Any cars passing prior to the green flag display are subject to disciplinary
action.
At the start of a race, or on restarts, the lead car must maintain a uniform speed and may not
unnecessarily speed up or slow down so as to cause the field to expand and contract (brake
checking). Failure of the lead car to maintain a uniform speed until the green flag is displayed will result in the lead car being placed at the rear of the field. The determination of whether the lead car is maintaining a uniform speed is the decision of the flagman, which is final.
2.1.11.2 White Flag
The white flag indicates that there is one lap remaining.
2.1.11.3 Checkered Flag
The checkered flag indicates that the race is complete. All cars receiving this flag must slow to a
reasonable speed and, with the exception of the winner, return to the pit area. Failure to slow
to a “reasonable speed” may result in disqualification. The determination of reasonable speed is a judgment call by FRRC Officials, which is final.
Race winners will report to the “X” on the figure 8 track or start/finish line on the 1/2 mile
track for post-race ceremonies.
Finishing positions will be determined by the number of laps completed, whether the car is
running, or not.
2.1.11.4 Yellow Flag
The yellow flag indicates caution on the track. All cars receiving this flag must slow, hold their
position, and form a single line behind the lead car. Absolutely no racing back to the yellow
flag. The penalty for racing back to the yellow flag, as determined by the scorer, is restarting the race at the rear. If a pace vehicle is used, the leader must line up behind it. Cars will be will be lined up as they were scored on the last completed lap. Lapped cars must maintain their track position. Any cars entering the pits during the caution period must restart the race at the rear, in the order they return to the track.
If the yellow flag occurs before the completion of one lap, the cars will be lined up in their
original starting order except those cars involved in the incident, which must restart the race at
the rear.
No car may pass the pace vehicle unless directed by a FRRC Official. Any car illegally passing
the pace vehicle is subject to the black flag. Prior to restarting the race, the flag man will signal one lap to go. No scuffing of tires is allowed after the one lap to go signal. Scuffing of tires after the one lap to go signal is subject to disciplinary action.
Any car spinning out as a result of contact will go to the rear of the field.
2.1.11.5 Red Flag
The red flag indicates that the race must stop immediately, regardless of the position of the cars on the track. If possible, cars should be brought to the start/finish line and remain on the track. Any cars entering the pits during a red flag must restart the race at the rear, in the order they return to the track.
If the red flag occurs before the completion of one lap, the cars will be lined up in their original
starting order except those cars involved in the incident, which must restart the race at the
rear.
If the red flag occurs after one complete lap, the cars will be lined up in single file according to
the last completed lap, then given a chance to pick a lane. Lapped cars must maintain their
track position.
Prior to restarting the race, the flag man will signal one lap to go. No scuffing of tires is allowed
after the one lap to go signal. Scuffing of tires after the one lap to go signal is subject to
disciplinary action.
2.1.11.6 Blue Flag with Diagonal Yellow Stripe (Move Over)
The blue flag with the diagonal yellow stripe indicates that faster traffic is approaching. Cars
receiving this flag must prepare to yield to faster traffic. Failure to obey a “move over” flag is
subject to disciplinary action. Cars on the ¼ mile should move to the outside of the track. Cars on the 1/2 mile should move to the inside of the track.
2.1.11.7 Green Flag with Two White Stripes (Pick a Lane)
The green flag with two white stripes indicates that a driver is intentionally blocking the car
behind. Car(s) receiving this flag must choose either the inside or outside lane. Failure to obey
a “pick a lane” flag is subject to disciplinary action.
2.1.11.8 Black Flag
The black flag means go to the pit lane immediately. The driver receiving the black flag will
also be notified by a sign board, at the flag stand, with the car number displayed. Failure to
obey a black flag is subject to disciplinary action.
2.1.12 Car Disqualification
If a car is disqualified in a race, every car below the disqualified car will move up in position,
points, and purse. Adjustments will be made the following week as “contingency” money.
2.1.13 Car and Driver Changes
Race cars may compete in only one division per night. Drivers may compete in any or all
divisions as long as the driver has paid an entry fee for each division and a separate car is raced
in each division. A single Super Stock car or Figure Eight car can compete in BOTH divisions for the Red, White and Blue races and any other designated Special Event nights, if they meet the rules of both divisions. This includes the appearance rule.
The driver must qualify and race the same car. If the primary car becomes disabled before or
during qualifying, the primary car must be withdrawn before the driver can switch to a second
car. The driver must re-qualify in the second car and start all remaining races in the last row. If
the primary car becomes disabled during a heat race, the car must be repaired or scratched
from the semi feature or feature. Switching to a second car is not permitted after qualifying is
completed.
2.1.14 Conduct
One individual must be designated as the sole spokesman for the driver, pit crew, and car
owner in any and all matters pertaining to an Event. This individual assumes responsibility for
the actions of the driver, pit crew, and owner. Harassment or abuse of FRRC Officials will not
be tolerated and is subject to disciplinary action. Penalties will be imposed in accordance with
SECTION 4 – PENALTIES.
2.1.15 Injuries
All injuries must be reported to a FRRC Official prior to leaving the race premises. The FRRC and Track insurance will not cover any unreported injuries.
2.2 POINTS and PRIZE MONEY
Points for any FRRC Event are awarded to the driver, regardless of the car he/she is driving,
Prize money for any FRRC Event and point fund money are paid to the car owner.
2.3 1/2 MILE TRACK PROCEDURES
No 3 wide racing is allowed on the ½ mile, unless it happens to avoid an off pace car. If a 3 wide pass happens the person deemed at fault will be docked 2 positions at the next caution or end of the race. If a 3 wide pass causes a wreck the person deemed responsible will be blacked flagged and receive last place points and pay for the race it happened in. The flag man will make the determination on all 3 wide decisions.
2.4 FIGURE 8 TRACK PROCEDURES
2.4.1 Flat Tire or Open Hood
Any car, during a race, with a flat tire or open hood is automatically disqualified and must
leave the track immediately. The black flag will be displayed to the driver and scoring of the car
will stop.
2.4.2 “X”
At the “X”, all cars must yield to the car coming from the right. Drivers striking another
drivers door are subject to disciplinary action.
2.5 TEAM DRIVING
2.5.1 Team driving will be allowed in all divisions. Teams will be limited to two drivers with a
primary driver designated. The team and designation of primary driver must be delivered to
the FRRC secretary the night of the first FRRC event. The team will earn points to align with the transponder on the primary car. If the primary car is disabled, the transponder can be mounted on a substitute team driven car.
SECTION – 3
INSPECTIONS
3.1 TIME and MANNER
All cars are subject to inspection by FRRC, at any time and in any manner, as determined by
FRRC Technical Officials. All decisions by FRRC Technical Officials regarding the timing and manner of inspection, as well as which cars will be inspected, are final. FRRC is responsible solely for the cost of standard gaskets and seals.
Any car using an aluminum head concept engine may be required, at any time, to remove the
cylinder heads for inspection by the manufacturer. At the end of the FRRC racing season, the
top three (or more) cars using aluminum head concept engines may be required to remove
their cylinder heads for inspection by the manufacturer. All monies for Event and point fund will be withheld until the cylinder heads pass inspection and are returned by the manufacturer.
3.2 INSPECTION AREA
Only those persons authorized by FRRC Technical Officials are permitted in the inspection
area.
3.3 CAR ELIGIBILITY
FRRC Technical Officials will determine whether a car meets the applicable specifications as
set forth in the Rule Book, as amended from time to time. Only cars meeting the applicable
specifications are eligible to compete in FRRC events. FRRC equipment, gauges, scales, and
measuring devices will be used to determine whether a car meets the applicable specifications.
Any car black flagged for mechanical reasons or involved in an accident requiring assistance
off the track by the safety crew, must pass inspection before returning to the race track.
3.4 COMPETITOR OBLIGATIONS
A Competitor must take whatever steps are required by a FRRC Technical Official to
accommodate inspection of the car.
3.5 INSPECTIONS PRIOR to the RACE
If a FRRC Technical Official determines that a car does not meet the applicable specifications,
the car will not be allowed to compete unless the deficiency is corrected. However, the car may
be allowed to compete in the event if, in the determination of the FRRC Technical Official, the
deficiency (a) is not safety related, (b) will not adversely affect the orderly conduct of the event,
(c) cannot be corrected prior to the start of the event and, (d) will not provide the Competitor
with a noticeable advantage over the competition, and (e) is insignificant. The car will not be
allowed to compete in future events until the deficiency is corrected.
A car that fails post qualifying inspection will be disqualified from the heat race or fast dash
and must start the semi feature race in the last row. The qualifying time will be disallowed for
future average time consideration. Penalties will be imposed in accordance with SECTION 4 –PENALTIES.
3.6 INSPECTIONS AFTER the RACE
If a FRRC Technical Official determines after the race that a car does not meet the applicable
specifications, FRRC may impose a penalty. Penalties will be imposed in accordance with
SECTION 4 – PENALTIES.
Any car may be impounded, after post race inspection, for additional inspection. The time and
location of inspection will be determined by FRRC Officers and Technical Officials.
3.7 PROTESTS
If a Competitor believes that a car does not comply with FRRC Rules, the Competitor may
protest the alleged violation. Protests must be made, by the Competitor, to a FRRC Officer
within five minutes after the completion of the division Feature race.
Protests must be accompanied by a cash fee as specified in Section 3.7.2.
A car that has been protested may be impounded for additional inspection. The time and
location of inspection will be determined by FRRC Officers and Technical Officials.
3.7.1 Protest Procedure
After receiving the protest, and protest fee, the FRRC Technical Official will conduct an
inspection, as necessary, to determine if the car complies with FRRC Rules.
The party losing the protest shall pay all inspection costs incurred by FRRC in connection with
the protest. FRRC inspection costs make up 25 percent of the protest fee, and will not exceed
$250.00
If the car is found to be in violation of FRRC Rules, the protest fee will be returned to the
protesting competitor. The protested competitor will be responsible for inspection costs
incurred by FRRC Technical Officials, plus any imposed penalties.
If the car is found in compliance with FRRC Rules, the protest fee will go to the protested
competitor, minus any inspection costs incurred by FRRC.
The decision of the FRRC Technical Official regarding any protest is final, non-appealable, and
non-litigable.
3.7.2 Protest Fees
P&G and compression test any 4 cylinders, inspect rocker arms and push rods: Super Late
Model and Late Model, $200.00.
Remove intake manifold and inspect camshaft: Limited Late Model, $150.00
Inspect crankshaft and connecting rod thru inspection plug: Super Late Model and Late
Model, $200.00. Remove one (1) cylinder head and inspect ports and valve size, “cc”
combustion chambers and intake runners, check bore and stroke, inspect camshaft, and
measure lifter size: Super Late Model, and Late Model (excluding Sealed Crate Engines)
$500.00
Remove engine from car, remove oil pan, remove and weigh crankshaft, and check connecting
rods: Super Late Model, and Limited Late Model $2,000.
3.8 EQUIPMENT or PARTS FAILING INSPECTION
FRRC has the right to confiscate any parts and/or equipment that do not meet FRRC
specifications.
3.9 CLAIMS
Claims listed here will be for the Super Late Model and Late Model Divisions. See Super Stock
Division for Super Stock claim rule, and Figure 8.
Division for Figure 8 Claim rule. Claims must be made, by the Competitor, to a FRRC Officer
within 5 minutes after the completion of the division semi feature or feature race (see appropriate division for equipment and claim fees). Claimee must have competed in semi feature or feature race, and finished within 3 positions of claimant.
Cash or cashiers check must be given to a FRRC Officer and include an additional 20% fee
which will go to FRRC point fund for the division in which the claim occurred. If the claimee
refuses to sell the claimed equipment, he/she loses all points and money up to and including
that race (this includes car and driver).
SECTION – 4 PENALTIES
4.1 GENERAL PROCEDURE
If a FRRC Technical Official observes, or is made aware of, a violation of the FRRC Rules, by a
Competitor, FRRC can impose an appropriate penalty.
4.2 EMERGENCY ACTION
If an act by a Competitor is determined by FRRC Officers, FRRC Technical Officials, to
threaten the orderly conduct of an Event, the FRRC Officers can take emergency action against
the Competitor. Such action may include: ejection from the racing premises; suspension from
competition; or any other action to remove the threat created by the Competitor. Examples of
conduct warranting emergency action include, but are not limited to: consumption of
alcoholic beverages in pit area before or during an event; use of illegal drugs before or during
an event; harassment, verbal abuse, or assault of any FRRC Officer, FRRC Technical Official, or
Competitor; fighting; reckless driving; and failure to obey a black flag or directions of an
Official. The emergency action will remain in effect for the period of time determined by the
Officials, except for an ejection, which is final and non-appealable.
If a driver or crew member approaches a car or driver he is not associated with on the racing surface, it will result in a one calendar year suspension for that individual and the rest of the race team’s consequences will be determined by the officer’s.
4.3 PAYMENT of FINES
Fines must be paid to FRRC and will be deposited in the current year point fund. Failure to
pay fines may result in suspension from competition. All unpaid fines may be collected, by
FRRC, by deducting the amount from the purse or point fund. If the Competitor is not a
driver, the fine may be deducted from the purse or point fund of the driver with whom the
competitor is associated at the time of the violation. Any unpaid fines remaining at the end of
the racing season will be carried over to the next racing season and be deducted from the
purse or point fund until all monies are collected.
4.4 SCOPE of PENALTIES
Penalties for violation of FRRC Rules are determined by the severity of the violation. Penalties
include, but are not limited to: fines; loss of points; loss of purse; disqualification; suspension
of driving privileges and/or membership; termination of membership. FRRC will use the
following guidelines for determining penalties. A greater or lesser penalty may be imposed
depending on the circumstances.
4.4.1 General
Any Competitor or Member who performs an act or participates in an act deemed by FRRC as
detrimental to auto racing or FRRC: a fine determined by FRRC Officers, and/or suspension,
and/or loss of points and money for Event, and/or loss of accumulated points for current year.
A FRRC Member may also have their membership terminated. Any Competitor who signs the
release sheet for any one else: ejection.
Any Competitor who harasses, verbally abuses, or assaults any FRRC Officer, Technical
Official, FRRC Member, or persons serving under FRRC direction: ejection; a fine determined
by FRRC Officers, and/or suspension, and/or loss of points and money for Event, and/or loss
of accumulated points for current year.
Any Competitor who participates in fights on the racing premises: ejection; a fine determined
by FRRC Officers, and/or suspension, and/or loss of points and money for Event, and/or loss of accumulated points for current year.
Any Competitor who, while participating in a FRRC Event, consumes any alcoholic beverages
and/or illegal drugs in pit area, or is under the influence of alcohol and/or illegal drugs: a fine
determined by FRRC Officers, ejection & disqualification.
Any Competitor who stops on the track to argue with a FRRC Official or FRRC Officer: a fine
determined by FRRC Officers, and/or suspension, and/or loss of points and money for Event,
and/or loss of accumulated points for current year.
Any driver not wearing a full driver’s suit and/or gloves during an event: “disciplinary” black
flag, a fine of $25.00; or both.
Any Competitor suspended by FRRC is also subject to additional suspension by W.I.R. upon
consultation by the FRRC Officers with the W.I.R promoter. FRRC and WIR are members of the Promoters Of Wisconsin Auto Racing (POWAR) and suspensions apply to all POWAR member tracks.
4.4.2 Inspection and Claim Procedures
Any Competitor who fails to tear down a car for inspection when requested to by a FRRC
Technical Official: a fine determined by FRRC Officers; suspension; and/or disqualification or your car may be impounded for further inspection.
Any Competitor who fails to sell claimed equipment: a fine of $200.00, loss of points and
money for Event and accumulated points for current year.
4.4.3 Race Procedures
Any car after qualifying or after a race that is 1 or more pounds under must meet minimum weight: loss of points and money for qualifying or race. A car will be allowed to be repositioned on the scale a maximum of three times to make minimum weight.
Any car after qualifying or after a race that has less than the minimum required right side
weight percent: loss of points and money for qualifying or race. A car will be allowed to be
repositioned on the scale a maximum of three times to make minimum weight.
Any driver failing to obey the “pick a lane” flag: stop and go penalty.
Any driver receiving a “disciplinary” black flag: stop and go penalty; and/or loss of points and
money for race.
Any driver scuffing tires after one lap to go signal: loss of one position at next caution flag. If
no caution occurs, the driver will be penalized one position at the end of the race.
Any Figure 8 driver, negligently, striking another drivers door: three week will result in a suspension.
4.4.4 Bodies, Parts, and Equipment
Any Competitor who fails to surrender to FRRC any part and/or equipment found during an
inspection that does not meet FRRC specifications: loss of points and money for Event; and/or accumulated points for current year; and suspension.
Any part and/or equipment found during an inspection that does not meet FRRC
specifications: confiscation of non- approved parts; loss of points and money for Event and/or
accumulated points for current year.
Any engine that exceeds the maximum allowable cubic inch displacement, compression limit,
or that is using non- approved cylinder block, crankshaft, connecting rods, valves, valve lifters,
rocker arms, rev-kits, cylinder heads, intake manifold, carburetor spacer; carburetor
(including altering of stock boosters): confiscation of non-approved parts; and/or suspension; and/or disqualification.
Any aluminum head concept engine modifications, changes, or deviations to any part of the
block, crankshaft, camshaft, lifters, cylinder heads, intake manifold, or any bolt-on parts, without prior approval: confiscation of non- approved parts, loss of points and money for Event, loss of accumulated points for current year, and 4 week suspension at all tracks using aluminum head concept engine.
Any car with a decibel reading of 95 or more: first offense, a loss of 5 points; second offense, a
loss of 10 points; third offense, a loss of 15 points; etc.
4.4.5 Fuel
Use of a fuel that does not meet FRRC specifications: loss of points and money for Event and/
or accumulated points for current year. Failure to cooperate with FRRC Officials in obtaining a
fuel sample during an event will subject the car to disqualification.
4.4.6 Tires
Any use of one or more tires during qualifying, or race, that are not FRRC approved, are
buffed, or treated, or are not in FRRC approved positions: loss of points and money for Event
and/or accumulated points for current year. Tires may not be removed from impound until an FRRC Club official approved their release from impound.
Wisconsin Sport Trucks MINOR Race Procedure
12 year olds in truck under 600cc Under Officers Supervision
Protocols:
- Driver must have experience of some form of racing
- Both parents must sign minor consent form and have it notarized (legal guardians, even if divorced, both signatures are needed)
- Must show that they can get out of the truck on their own in case of emergency
- Must start in the back of races until officers decide he/she is ready
- Must show respect to other drivers and members
- Must show up for practice to be evaluated by the FRRC Officers.