SPIRIT OF THE PROGRAM

There shall be a governing spirit given to the program which will inspire simple fun for the family while encompassing all the realism, detail and excitement of 1:1 racing at a separate level.  We shall strive to provide a clean and suitable atmosphere for all participants and spectators.  This will be best achieved by displaying the proper attitude at all times and treating each other with respect and appreciation.  We are purveyors of miniature model car racing and participate in a miniature arena. This little racing thing sometimes brings out big blasts of ego enlargements which are not tolerated.  There is to be Zero Tolerance for a bad sport!

Given the above, attention to detail is required at the highest levels of participation but simple yet structured programs will be featured for those new to our wonderful hobby/sport.

This program was developed specifically for the Cruzin' 500 Model Slot Car Race using the National USRA Rules as a guideline and may be modified at any time to better define the spirit of the rules. 

I.  DRIVER CLASSIFICATION.

A.  YOUTH 7-12 & JUNIOR 13-16 years of age.

1.  Car Classes.

1. NASCAR 2000-05 1/24 Revell Model Kits. $20 entry fee gets participant one Pro-Track Hardbody Roller Slot Car (value $34.95) plus choice of 1/24 Revell NASCAR Model kit (value $15+); Free weekly Slot Car Clinic @ Cruzin'.  Pre register required.  50 available, first-come-first-serve.  No exact duplicate sponsored cars, register early to pick your favorite sponsor or make your own!  Entries with own equipment may also pre register.

2. CLASSIC STOCK/MUSCLE CAR 1960's-70's.  Must have own car.

2.  Race Day Saturday.

3.  Top finishers receive Donated Prizes.

B.  CHALLENGERS.  Racers with average driving and technical ability and newer racers 17+ years of age who are not sponsored and have not placed (1-2-3) in Local, Regional or National Slot or RC Championships/Series.  Qualified Youth & Junior racers may also enter Challenger classes.

1.  Car Classes.

1. 2000-05 NASCAR 1/24 Revell Model Kits.

2. 1960's-70's CLASSIC STOCK/MUSCLE CAR.  1/25 AMT, 1/24 Polar Lights & 1/24 & 1/25 Revell.

3. PRODUCTION SPORTS CAR. 1/24 Revell &Tamiya.

4. PROTOTYPE (Le Mans). 1/24 Revell & Tamiya.

2.  Race Day Sunday.

3.  Top finishers (1-2-3 or more depending on entries) receive Cruzin' Race Bucks.

C.  MASTERS.   Any racer with exceptional driving ability.   Qualified Challengers may also enter as Masters.

1.  Car Classes.  Same as Challengers above.

2.  Race Day Sunday.

3.  Top finishers receive CASH pay based on percentage of entry fees received.  1st 50%, 2nd 20% & 3rd 10%.

II.  RACE PROCEDURE

A.  REGISTRATION

1.  Upon payment of entry fee registrant will receive a general information and technical specifications form to fill out and return with car for tech inspection.

2.   All cars shall be inspected & impounded prior to racing.

3.    No cars will be accepted after announced registration closing time.

4.     Chassis & body will be marked for ID.

B.  ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

All racers entering an event are responsible to be informed of the rules governing it, and withdrawal is not an option in the case of a protest.  All racers participate at their own risk.  By entering a race program you hold harmless Cruzin' and agree not to bring any legal action against Cruzin'.  Protect your property, Cruzin' accepts no liability for lost or stolen items.

III.  NO SMOKING

Smoking is prohibited within the facility.

IV.  NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES OR DRUGS

No alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs may be possessed nor consumed within the raceway or within close proximity. 

V.  DRIVERS MEETING

A drivers meeting will be held prior to racing to discuss racer conduct, racing procedures, marshaling responsibilities, track calls, track tech, penalties/disqualification's, etc.  Drivers with specific questions should ask them at this time.  This will not be a general rules meeting or discussion and will proceed expeditiously.

VI.  TRACK CONDITIONS

A.  SPRAY GLUE

1.  The track will be cleaned and sprayed prior to racing and may be re-sprayed as deemed necessary by the race director(s).

B.  TRACK CLEANING

1.  All braid and track surface of all straight sections may be cleaned with mechanics type rag & Coleman fuel (Naptha, lighter fluid or similar substance) in a safe manner.  Handle FLAMMABLE material with great care!

2.  At no time will there be any substance applied directly to the track.

C.  TIRE DRESSING

1.  Coating tires with sticky substance not allowed.  Tire cleaner & "Zip Grip" type substance allowed specifically to clean tires provided no residue is left on track surface.

VII.  QUALIFYING

A.  FORMAT

1.  Youth, Junior & Challengers shall race consolation races with winners moving up to semis & main.

2.  Masters shall have one one minute run to establish fastest single lap.  Back up times will be recorded to break ties.  Order will be selected by random.

VIII.  RACE FORMAT

A.  EUROPEAN LANE ROTATION

1.  Races will use European or staggered rotation.

1. Consolation Races - Racers will race on either the red or black set (may be different depending on lane colors).  Racers on the red set (red, green, blue, purple) rotate down the track to purple then jump to red continuing rotation down the track.  Racers on the black set (black, yellow, orange, white) rotate up the track to white and then jump to black continuing rotation up the track.

2. Semi & Main Event - Racers running on the red set rotate (every other lane) down the track to purple, keeping on the red set.  After running purple, rotate to black and continue on the black set up the track.  After white continue to red until all 8 lanes have been run.

B.  YOUTH, JUNIOR & CHALLENGERS.

1.  Consis will be 4 heats running either the red or black lane sets. For 2 consis the top four from each consi move to Semis.  For 3 or 4 consis, top two move to Semis.

2.  Semi & Main events will be 8 heats.  Top four from each Semi move to Main.

C.  MASTERS

1.  Top 8 qualifiers will be placed in 2 semis.  Top four from each Semi move to Main.

2.  Qualifiers 9 and on shall be placed in consis.

D.  MOVE-UPS - All races will be on a "move-up" basis.  The following schedule ensures a minimum of 4 driver's move up from each race.

1-8 entries:  Main event only

9-11 entries:  Round robin Main Event

12-22 entries:  two Round robin Semis to Main.

23 entries:  one Round Robin Heat, two Semis and Main.  Top laps from Round Robin into Semis.

24-44 entries:  Four Consis, two Semis & Main.  Top four in each Consi to Semi; top four in each Semi to Main.

45-46 entries:  Two Round Robin Consis, two Semis & Main.  Ditto above.

47-60 entries:  Four Round Robin Consis, two Semis & Main.  Ditto above

61-76 entries:  Four Sub Consis, four Consis, two Semis & Main.  Ditto above

76+ entries:  Sub-Sub Consis & ditto above.

            E.  LANE CHOICE will be selected by random.

IX.  DURATION OF RACES

                 RACE                                  SEGMENTS                        SEGMENT LENGTH           LANE CHANGE

            A.  MAIN                                               8                                  3 minutes                      2 minutes         

            B.  SEMIS                                             8                                  2 minutes                      2 minutes

            C.  CONSIS                                           4                                  2 minutes                      2 minutes

X.  MISCELLANEOUS PROCEDURES

A.  BLACK FLAG

The Race Director is obliged to black flag any car which is dragging, interfering with other cars, or continuously de-slots due to mechanical problems.  Upon being black-flagged, the driver must bring the car in for repairs immediately.  If the problem is not corrected, the black flag may be enforced again as required.

B.  TRACK CALLS

1.  The power will only be turned off for extremely unfair or dangerous situations.  The following are the only acceptable reasons:

1. Braid up.

2. Power failure (one lane or all).

3. Debris in slot.

4. Un-marshallable car.

5. Lap counter or track equipment failure.

6. Rider.

2.  During a track call, there will be absolutely no work performed on the cars or lane preparation.  Doing so will result in a lap penalty.  A second infraction will result in disqualification.  This restriction applies to drivers & pit helpers.

C.  LAP COUNTER

1.  The lap counter will be considered correct unless it can be proved otherwise.  The counter should be corrected when a car is a rider across the counter in another lane.  If a major error occurs in the counting process that cannot be corrected, the race director may at his option:

1. Assign responsible stewards to count laps or verify the counter.

2. Add or subtract mutually agreed upon laps as established by race officials and drivers.

3. Restart segment.

4. Restart race from latest possible point.

2.  Laps should not be added or subtracted unless the race director is certain the counter is incorrect.

3.  For a major error in counting, steps taken should preserve as much of the race as possible, while remaining as fair as possible to all racers.

D.  MARSHALLING

Good marshaling sets a good pace and can help the program tremendously.  All drivers are required to help marshal the racing program.  Substitute marshals must be acceptable to race director & drivers.  Failure to fulfill marshaling duties will result in lap penalties and/or disqualification.  Cars may be impounded after each race to insure fair and proper marshaling responsibilities are carried out.  Cars will be returned to move-up drivers to give equal time for race preparation.

E.  LANE CHANGE

1.  Following each lane change, all cars must be returned to the track where they stopped.  It is the driver's responsibility to know where his/her car stopped.  It is suggested a lane change card be used to temporarily mark positions.  Drivers rotating out for round robin race should mark their position with initialed lane sticker.

F.  CODE OF CONDUCT

1.  Everyone involved in the race program as well as spectators are required to act in a fair & responsible manner.  Slot racing involves a lot of excitement in a relatively small area and extra care towards inspiring a Friendly, Family atmosphere tops the list of things to do.

2.  Unsportsmanlike conduct on the part of a driver or turn marshal will subject violators to lap penalties or disqualification at the discretion of the race director.  Verbal abuse & profanity will not be tolerated.  Warnings will issue, continued & serious abuse will result in a request for the offending party to leave the facility.

G.  PROTEST

A competitor may protest another racers equipment by officially informing the race director. 

1.  A racer must be aware of the rules when entering an event and withdrawal is not an option in the case of a protest.

2.  Any racer whose motor is protested and then refuses to have his/her motor professionally disassembled shall be disqualified.

3.  Protest procedure.

1. The protestor may "buy-a-look" by posting a $2 fee.  He/she is then entitled to have a look at the suspected rules violation at the completion of the segment or, if not racing, immediately.

2. If not satisfied regarding a motor, he/she may formally protest by posting a fee equal to double the current manufacturers suggested retail price of the motor.  The "buy-a-look" fee is transferable.

3. At this time, the motor must then be non-destructively and indelibly marked for ID.

4. An impartial race steward must then be charged with the responsibility of observing and verifying the authenticity of the armature or motor parts for post race inspection.  The race will then be restarted.

5. A thorough disassembly and inspection must be conducted immediately upon completion of racing, in a manner assuring accurate technical verification.  Arm stack length will be measured, and if within specs, the inspection will then proceed to the wire.  This will require torching wire to burn epoxy to enable examination of wire size and amount of turns.

6. The fees will be held by the race director until resolution of the matter, then promptly given to the appropriate party.  Likewise, any winnings and/or points will be held pending the outcome of the inspection.

7. "Buy-a-look" proceeds go to the protested party if not applied to a formal protest.

XI.  GENERAL TECHNICAL RULES

All cars/racers are required to comply with these guidelines.  All drivers are responsible for the legality of their equipment.  There is one car per driver per class, and one driver per car per class.  Any rule that is in question or is being interpreted improperly will be clarified by the race director.

A.  SCALE

The scale to which the cars must be built is 1/24, 125 or 1/32 of the size of an actual racecar. 

B.  WIDTH

All cars may not be more than 3.25 inches (82.55 mm) wide at any point.  Exception is PROTOTYPE (Le Mans) Sports Cars.

C.  WHEELS

All cars must have two fronts and two rear wheels with black rubber tires.

D.  CLEARANCE

For all classes, the minimum track clearance of chassis, gear, and motor is .062 inches (1.16" or 1.58mm) at start of race unless otherwise specified.  No parts may drag excepting flag/braid and tires.

E.  GUIDE FLAG

One guide flag or pickup device per car.

F.  BODY

Bodies will be from currently available model kits.  Refer to model manufacturers web site list.  Bodies from kits no longer in production may be submitted for approval.

1.  Bodies may not be cut or shaved to reduce/shift weight or to lower ride height.  Reinforcement is recommended inside body using thick adhesives & other material to increase strength.

2.  Bodies must be painted and detailed to resemble full-size racecars. 

3.  All cars must display appropriate scale sponsors and three numbers.

4.  Lexan interior may be used fully painted and detailed.

5.  Windshields & rear window must be original as supplied with kit.  Side windows not necessary.  Other detail optional.

6.  Wheel wells may not be radiused or cut in any way.  Exception is CLASSIC STOCK CAR however care should be taken to insure strength at wheel well is not compromised.

7.  Guide and tires may not protrude beyond body when viewed from above.  Exception is CLASSIC STOCKCAR, rear tires may extend beyond body by a maximum 1/8" including any body/chassis movement.    

8.  Rear spoiler may be replaced, if broken with .030 lexan but must maintain original appearance.

G.  AXLES must be drill blank.  No hollow or other lightweight material allowed.

XII.  PARTS REPLACEMENT

Any component may be replaced during competition except the original chassis or body.  Violations will result in disqualification.  All replacement parts must conform to the rules of its class.

XIII.  CONTROLLER SPECIFICATIONS

Any controller/choke may be used as long as the item uses no batteries or additional power sources to increase or regulate voltage/amperage at track braid.  Specifically prohibited are voltage multipliers or doublers, transformers, batteries, encapsulated components, and capacitors.  Specifically allowed are simple wire chokes and diodes, which lower power but do not regulate it.  A variable choke operated by a driver is not considered regulated.  DR controllers allowed.

Controllers with variable brake and/or sensitivity specifically not allowed in Youth & Junior NASCAR program.

XIV.  CAR SPECIFICATIONS

            All general rules apply unless otherwise noted. 

NASCAR

Bodies are 1/24 scale Revell NASCAR 2001-2005.

A.  YOUTH, JUNIOR & CHALLENGERS

1.  Motor - Parma Deathstar 501.  No modifications.  Stock replacement springs/brushes.  Motor may be soldered to chassis at more than one place.

2.  Chassis - Pro-Track "hardbody".  No modifications.

1. May add lead weight.  Weights must be solidly, rigidly attached and not used as brace.

2. May use alternate axle spacers.

3. Any lead wire, guide & braid.

4. Stock gears & ratio 9:33.  No steel pinion.

3.  Tires.

1. Fronts must be 27 mm diameter x 10 mm wide.  No shaving of tire to reduce friction.  May apply polish or other similar substance that hardens & coats tire to reduce friction.

2. Rears must be 27 mm diameter x 18 mm wide.

B.  MASTERS

Masters may also use 1/25 scale AMT model kits.

1.  Motor - Parma Super 16D 502.  No modifications.  Stock replacement springs/brushes.

2.  Chassis - any 4.5" production type modified to allow angle wind motor mount.  May extensively modify chassis employing a pan system similar to production stamped steel pans.  Specifically no shuttle type. 

1. Minimum 3/32 axle front/rear.

2. Ball bearings allowed on 1/8 rear axle only; bushings required for 3/32 rear axle.

3. Any 48 or 64 pitch gears allowed.

3.  Tires - same as above.

CLASSIC STOCK/MUSCLE CAR

Bodies are 60's & 70's 1/25 AMT, 1/24 Polar Lights & 1/25 Revell. Classes will be Youth, Junior, Challengers & Masters.

1.  Motor - Parma Deathstar 501.  No modifications.  Stock replacement springs/brushes.

2.  Chassis - any 4.5" production type modified to allow angle wind motor mount.  May extensively modify chassis employing a pan system similar to production stamped steel pans.  Specifically no shuttle type. 

1. Minimum 3/32 axle front/rear.

2. Ball bearings allowed on 1/8 rear axle only; bushings required for 3/32 rear axle.

3. Any 48 or 64 pitch gears.

3.  Tires must be reasonably scale appearing in size.

1. Fronts must be 7/8" minimum diameter x 1/2" wide.  No shaving of tire to reduce friction.  May apply polish or other similar substance that hardens & coats tire to reduce friction.

2. Rears must be 1" minimum diameter and may be narrowed.

PRODUCTION SPORTS CARS & PROTOTYPE (Le Mans)

Bodies are 1/24 scale Revell & Tamiya.  Classes will be Challengers & Masters.  Qualified Youth & Junior may enter as Challengers.

1.  Motor - Parma Super 16D 502.  No modifications.  Stock replacement springs/brushes.

2.  Chassis may be scratch built using piano wire & brass.  Spring steel nosepiece may be used but no other spring steel allowed.

1. Minimum 3/32 axle front/rear.

2. No ball bearings.

3. Any 48 or 64 pitch gears. 

3.  Tires must be reasonably scale appearing in size.

1. Fronts must be 7/8" minimum diameter x 1/2" wide.  No shaving of tire to reduce friction.  May apply polish or other similar substance that hardens & coats tire to reduce friction.

2. Rears must be 7/8" minimum diameter and may be narrowed.

XV.  RACE SCHEDULE & TRACK

YOUTH & JUNIOR classes will be run on the Tri Oval @ 12 Volts.  All NASCAR will be run on the Tri-Oval.  CHALLENGER & MASTERS classes will run on the Blue King @ 13.8 Volts.

1. Open Practice - Raceway Open 6:00AM to Tech Close @ 10:30AM.

2. Registration each day - From Raceway Open 6:00AM to 10:00AM. Pre-registration recommended.

3. Tech closes each day @ 10:30AM.

FRIDAY - PRODUCTION SPORTS CAR ENDURO.  Tires Sponsored by Pro-Track.

1. $10 entry per person.

2. PRODUCTION SPORTS CAR rules apply.

3. Tech closes @ 8:30AM.  All cars in the program will be teched.

4. Racing begins @ 9:00AM & continues to finish @ 9:00PM.

5. Racing will be 8 heats divided into 30-minute segments with 1 minute off to change lanes.

6. All work on car will be with power on only.

7. Any amount of team members may be used.  Driver status will be unclassified yet it is advised teams be selected for fairness, i.e. fair balance between Youth, Junior, Challenger & Masters per team.  Each racer may run their own car or another team members car.  Team members must run a similar amount of time.

8. Race plaques for all participants.  Main Event winners (1-2-3) receive payout of entry fees collected.  1st - 50%, 2nd - 20%, 3rd - 10% in Cruzin' Bucks as merchandise certificates.

SATURDAY - YOUTH & JUNIOR

1. $20 entry fee, $10 each additional.

2. YOUTH NASCAR Racing @ 10:30AM. 

3. LUNCH @ approximately Noon.

4. JUNIOR NASCAR Racing @ approximately 3:00PM.

5. DINNER @ approximately 5:00PM.

6. YOUTH & JUNIOR CLASSIC STOCK CAR Racing @ approximately 6:00PM.

7. Race plaques for all participants plus donated prizes/trophies.

SUNDAY - CHALLENGER & MASTERS

1. $20 entry fee for 1st car, $10 each additional.

2. CHALLENGER NASCAR Racing @ 10:30AM

3. LUNCH @ approximately Noon.

4. CHALLENGER CLASSIC STOCK CAR Racing @ approximately 1:00PM

5. MASTERS CLASSIC STOCK CAR Racing @ approximately 2:00PM.

6. CHALLENGERS PRODUCTION SPORTS CAR Racing @ approximately 3:00PM

7. MASTERS PRODUCTION SPORTS CAR Racing @ approximately 4:30PM

8. DINNER @ approximately 6:00PM.

9. CHALLENGERS PROTOTYPE (Le Mans) Racing @ approximately 7:00PM

10. MASTERS PROTOTYPE (Le Mans) Racing @ approximately 8:30PM

11. Race plaques for all participants.  Main Event winners (1-2-3) receive payout of entry fees collected.  1st 50%, 2nd 20% & 3rd 10%.  Challengers receive Cruzin' Bucks as merchandise certificate.  Masters receive cash.

XVI. MODEL CAR CONTEST

Cruzin' will host a model car contest to help inspire model vehicle building.  The following classes will be featured and we welcome other entries as well.  All participants will receive dash plaques plus donated prizes and/or trophies.

1. Competition
   a. Open Wheel
   b. Closed Wheel

2. Street Rod

3. Rat Rod

4. Commercial
   a. Police/Fire/Med
   b. Trucks

5. Custom

6. Low Rider

7. Box Stock

Modeling:  Constructive Fun for Boys and Girls!

In addition to the Model Contest, Cruzin' will sponsor a supervised Revell Make 'N Take program for youth.  We will have 24 each 2004 Corvette & Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible SnapTite model kits @ $5 each on a first come first served basis.  All participants will receive a dash plaque. 

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2018 North Arizona Ave., Suites 118-126
Chandler, AZ  85225
Cellular: (602) 315-6150
Email CruisinBob@juno.com

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