Gates open 5 p.m. Race Time 7 p.m.
Download the 2010 Demo Derby Rules 
DRIVER INFORMATION:
1. ENTRY: You MUST complete entry form as instructed. Drivers MUST be 16 years of age or older and hold a VALID PERMIT with experience. ALL drivers/pit crew members under the age of 18 MUST have a parent or legal guardian with them at the pit gate to sign a Minors Release. Drivers MUST wear clean, long pants and long sleeve shirts when in competition (coveralls recommended). Drivers MUST wear a SNELL or DOT approved FULL FACE HELMET and some form of eye protection. Drivers MUST wear a safety belt and shoulder harness during competition. Shoulder harness MUST be a quick release type such as in any new automobile.
2. CONDUCT: Drivers are responsible for the actions of their crew members. Any driver or crew member not obeying the rules will be disqualified. Officials will shut down any car that is deemed a safety risk to drivers and spectators.
3. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES: are PROHIBITED in the pit area. Violation by any driver or crew member means disqualification of car and pit pass forfeiture.
4. THE OFFICIAL’S DECISION IS FINAL: Any participant who violates the intent of the rules shall be considered to have engaged in unsportsmanlike conduct and will be disqualified.
INSURANCE/PIT INFO: All drivers and pit crew members entering the pit area MUST purchase a pit pass and sign a WAIVER & RELEASE.
5. WAIVER & RELEASE: Anyone signing a waiver and release form at the pit sign in booth and purchasing a pit pass will be covered by insurance.
6. PIT PASSES: There is no age limit to enter the pit area. All minors must have a Minor’s Release Form filled out by a parent or guardian.
7. PIT GATE: All cars must be in the pit area by 7 p.m. Gates open at 5 p.m.
8. PIT AREA: A MAXIMUM speed limit of 5 MPH MUST be obeyed at all times in the pit area, parking lot and driveways. Coolers will not be allowed in the pit area.
SAFETY AND CAR SPECIFICATIONS: All cars must pass a safety inspection and comply with the official’s decision. Unobserved items escaping detection during inspection does not make them legal. Non-conformance to the rules will be called illegal. It is recommended that each car be equipped with a dry chemical extinguisher within the reach of the driver.
9. CARS PERMITTED:
a. Any two or four door, hardtop, stock 2-wheel drive car or 1980 and newer station wagons weighing between 2,600 and 4,800 pounds is permitted (Weight source- NADA Used
Car Guide or bluebook) with the exception of pre-1989 Chrysler Imperials, and all 4 x 4s, T-tops, Camaros, Firebirds and El Caminos of ANY weight are NOT permitted.
b. Car must be stock (see exceptions noted below, or on the entry). Stock means manufactured showroom equipped including the same make/model for engine, transmission and differential components.
c. Each car must have the original, complete dashboard and VIN number.
10. TRAILER HITCHES: All trailer hitches must be removed including any added hitch brackets.
11. BRAKES: All cars MUST have 4 wheel brakes in good operating condition.
12. BUMPERS: You may re-bolt using same size in existing holes (no Drilling) or tack-weld the bumper to the frame, bumper shock or mounts. Each bumper is allowed only four, ½ -inch tack
welds. This is the only alteration allowed. Plastic bumpers will be permitted. Plastic bumper covers that appear loose must be removed.
13. CARBURETOR AIR FILTER: MUST be in place.
14. DIFFERENTIALS: Cars with locked, welded, modified posi-traction or modified limited slip differentials are ILLEGAL. TEST OF STOCK DIFFERENTIAL: With one wheel jacked up
and the other wheel on the ground, wheel must rotate 360 degrees with transmission in neutral or driveshaft removed.
15. DOORS: All doors MUST be chained shut. ONLY the driver’s side doors may be welded shut by using no more than 12-inches of weld on each door.
16. DRIVER’S COMPARTMENT: Reinforcements are only permitted inside the driver’s compartment for safety. Although a (NASCAR TYPE) roll cage/roll over bar or door-to-door bar is
permitted they are not required. Reinforcements cannot be secured to the frame.
17. ENGINE MOTOR MOUNTS: Engine may be secured to the frame by any method that does not strengthen any other components.
18. ELECTRICAL UNITS:
a. One car battery (6 or 12 volt only) solenoid, voltage regulator, computer electronics, may be relocated, provided they remain under the hood and forward of the front firewall.
b. Battery may be installed in a steel case providing the terminal side remains open.
c. All fuses MUST be removed except those controlling ignition, gauges and charging system.
d All air bags must be disconnected.
19. EXHAUST PIPES: MUST remain STOCK and extend beyond the driver’s seat. Muffler and converter may be removed. Cars that smoke excessively will be disqualified.
20. FAN BLADE: MUST be a clutch or electric fan and may be of any make or model. Clutch fans MUST be protected by a radiator fan shroud or the fan blade must be removed.
21. FENDERS AND INNER / OUTER WHEEL WELLS: MUST be in place, NO cutting, folding or bending is permitted.
22. GAS TANK:
a. MUST be stock and remain in original position (unless otherwise noted on entry). Factory tanks located inside the vehicle will not be permitted.
b. MUST be chained or wired up through the car or trunk floor.
c. No more than 3 gallons of gasoline permitted.
d. There MUST be a sheet metal screw in the fuel tank that can be easily removed to check fuel level. This screw must be inserted on one side of the gas tank, three (3) inches up
from the lowest part of the tank.
e. A protective cover (rubber, metal or plastic) no thicker than 3/16 inches, may be placed around the gas tank secured by a chain or wire. (Reinforcement is for the gas tank protection only. The plate or cover cannot be secured to the frame or any other part that would strengthen the car.)
f. Gas line may be replaced with new rubber gas line providing it remains under the car.
23. GLASS: All glass MUST be removed, including headlights, plastic taillights, bulbs, mirrors and windshield. Broken glass anywhere in the car (doors, body panels, trunk, etc.) must be
removed or the car will not be admitted. Stop lights working during the event means disqualification as it poses a fire hazard.
24. HEATING/COOLING SYSTEM:
a. Radiator may be bypassed, but MUST remain in original position with no reinforcement. All antifreeze must be drained and replaced with water.
b. Heater system may be bypassed or removed.
c. Freon MUST be removed from ALL air conditioning units per Federal Regulations.
25. HOOD AND TRUNK: --FIRE REGULATION-- To prevent hoods and trunks from opening, each must be tied down in 2 or 3 positions after inspection.
a. Use no more than 2 strands of COAT HANGER WIRE or 1 strand of #9 wire on each, to prevent them from opening.
b. Two positions may be tied down, each with one (1) 24-inch long by ¼-inch maximum link diameter chain or smaller. The chains must have 1 link of slack and cannot reinforce any
other part of the car.
c. A hole must be cut in the hood 1-foot to the side of the center of the air cleaner and no larger than 8 inches in diameter.
d. Hood and trunk hinges must remain hooked up but all springs must be disconnected.
26. IGNITION SWITCH: (HOT WIRING) Complete ignition switch may be relocated and/or altered providing key or toggle switches are accessible within 16 inches of the steering wheel.
27. INTERIOR/EXTERIOR:
a. ALL carpet, visors and both rear seat cushions MUST be removed. (Front passenger seat must remain in place.) Exception: If front passenger seat is removed, a bar must be installed
from the driver’s door to the passenger door, directly behind the front seat for extra support. It is recommended that driver’s door panel upholstery be left in place, driver’s side
padding is required.
b. Fiberglass/plastic front/rear clip and grill parts and all loose materials, mirrors, wheel covers, sharp hood ornaments, trailer hitch/hitch brackets and all soft chrome molding MUST be removed.
c. All dirt and loose pieces of glass MUST be swept / vacuumed out of car and doors.
d. Door handles may be left on the car.
28. ROOF: All sunroofs must have glass removed and covered/fastened with sheet metal of same strength as roof material. Vinyl roof cover may be removed.
29. SUSPENSION: Suspension MUST be factory soft and move up and down freely a total of 6 inches by one man’s effort. Car MUST sit at stock height,
(maximum 20 inches from the ground to the center of the stock front and rear bumper.) Frozen shocks are illegal.
30. TIRES:
a. CAR TIRES ONLY! Any 2-4 ply, original rim size. MAXIMUM TIRE PRESSURE - 35 PSI HOT. Officials must be able to read ALL digits and wording: make of tire,
tire size and ply. No LT or truck tires permitted.
b. NO RECAPS on drive wheels.
c. NO INNER LINERS or STUDS. Inner tube is permitted provided they are filled with air only -- NO liquids or solids.
d. NO DONUT TIRES permitted.
e. ALL wheel weights MUST be removed.
31. TRANSMISSION: It is ILLEGAL to alter or relocate shifting method of transmission from factory stock; however, to stop shifting linkage from coming off, it is recommended to wire,
clip, tack weld or change linkage to prevent this. The transmission lines may be bypassed; transmission cooler must remain under the hood.
The winning car is under OFFICIAL PROTEST by Fulton Speedway prior to awarding any prize money.
No refunds on pit passes and or entry form if a car doesn’t pass tech inspection. It is your responsibility to check on rules.
For tech information please call (315) 297-6154. Track phone (315) 593-6531.