The rules in this booklet were compiled by men with much experience in this field, who are interested in the racing business with the sole intent and purpose of building better racing cars, a safer association for the drivers, and the entertainment of the public who attend the race meets.

These rules were not made to be broken, to penalize any one man, or to cause any undue hardship or cost in the building of race cars to compete in these races. These regulations were written to help create better, safer racing machines, free from as many mechanical imperfections, accidents and hazards as is possible. We also believe that they will contribute much toward public interest and enthusiasm for this very fine sport.

Read these rules: Know your rules and abide by them:

Good sportsmanship, showmanship and cooperation are fine qualities for a good show.

Let us keep auto racing the most exciting, cleanest, the most competitive, the fastest growing sport in America. Do your part – be a good sport – drive hard!

Good Luck!

Paul Hedrick

These fine words were written by a great driver who contributed much to automobile racing.

The Colorado Automobile Racing Club, Inc. was formed for the conduct of honest, clean, profitable automobile racing, worthy of public confidence and support. Much time, effort and thought as well as money has been spent in accomplishing this purpose.

Protect your Club and it will protect you and your sport!

AMENDED January 2012 2

MEMBERSHIP SHALL BE LIMITED TO PERSONS WHO HAVE REACHED THE AGE OF 16 YEARS. Any applicant having reached the age of 16 years but not the age of 21 years, shall be granted membership only upon presentation to the Secretary of the Club, a "Waiver and Release" signed by his/her parents or legal guardian(s), duly subscribed and sworn to by such parents or guardian(s) before a Notary Public.

PROOF OF AGE WILL BE REQUIRED.

Any person found to be of illegal age or who has falsely gained membership will be suspended from all activities sanctioned by C.A.R.C. and no refund of fees paid shall be made.

All applicants for membership agree to abide by the By-Laws and other rules established by the C.A.R.C., Inc.

A BAD CHECK PASSED TO THE CLUB AUTOMATICALLY VOIDS THAT PERSONS MEMBERSHIP.

Every member of the C.A.R.C. shall conduct themselves as ladies and gentleman at all times when appearing before the public as a contestant or as an official. Each driver and pit attendant will be furnished the proper identification tags which must be available at all times during race meets. Anyone found giving his pit pass away to allow someone in the pits who is not entitled to be there, will cause themselves and their car to be barred from further competition in that race meet. The pits are for working and not for visiting.

Everyone seeking admission to the pits must respect the Gateman in their fulfillment of his/her duties.

It is recommended that all officials wear light colored clothing while on the track, in the infield or in the pits. All C.A.R.C. members are encouraged to represent themselves, their Club and their car by wearing neat clean apparel.

NOTE: A drivers license or picture I.D. will be required if a persons age is in doubt by officials. 3

Any person or member of the C.A.R.C. who engages in unsportsmanlike conduct ( as determined by the Board of Directors) at any C.A.R.C. sanctioned race meet or other Club event may be suspended for one (1) or more race meets and may be otherwise penalized at the discretion of the Board of Directors.

Any member of the C.A.R.C. who agitates a strike or demonstration against the C.A.R.C. may be suspended for one (1) or more race meets or be otherwise penalized at the discretion of the Board of Directors.

Any person engaged in fighting (physical contact or throwing objects) at any sanctioned C.A.R.C. race meet or other Club event may be fined up to $100 and can be suspended for up to one calendar year as determined by the Board of Directors. The Board will consider a person who enters another's pit area the aggressor if a problem arises.

- Drivers/car-owners/crew members disqualified for conduct may be subject to track

penalties and/ or CARC penalties.

- Penalties may include : fines, suspensions, and loss of points and prize money.

- Track rules prevail, however, the CARC reserves the right to uphold, increase or

decrease track penalties, as necessary.

- Points, trophies, and prize money earned prior to disqualification are not subject to

penalty unless specifically addressed by the CARC.

In all situations relating to enforcement of the Conduct and/or Fighting Rule, the board will provide to the general membership, a written summary of the facts pertaining to the situation in conjunction with procedures used to reach the decision.

The use or suspected use of intoxicants or drugs by drivers, car owners, mechanics, officials or pit attendants during a C.A.R.C. sanctioned race meet is strictly prohibited under penalty of immediate expulsion by any track official and later as decided by the Board of Directors. The ambulance attendants will be utilized to assist in deciding whether or not a person is impaired by liquor or drugs.

Drivers and pit personnel are responsible for reporting each and every accident immediately to the track medic and track officials.

Anyone entering the pits for the purpose of driving a car or as either member of a pit crew or as a spectator will sign a General Medical Release at the time a pit pass is purchased stating that to the best of their knowledge their physical condition is good.

Persons holding membership cards from other clubs must take out a C.A.R.C. membership if they wish to participate in more that one (1) race meet. Visiting cars will not be awarded points for that event.

No non-registered cars will be allowed to participate in any regular C.A.R.C. "point season" race meet unless the vehicle conforms to the rules set forth in this book.

Exception to the above paragraph will only be made when, with the approval of the C.A.R.C. registered owners, a special invitation has been issued to said car or cars, in advance of the date for which the race meet has been scheduled.

See also Rule concerning conflict of numbers, located elsewhere in this book.

Visitors are subject to all rules and regulations contained in this Rule Book or any other regulations of the C.A.R.C.

No car number shall be more than two (2) digits (#00 through #09 and also #1 through #99) unless, due to excessively high requests for registration’s the need for higher numbers become necessary.

The numbers 19 & 99 have been retired by the C.A.R.C. out of respect for the contribution to the C.A.R.C. by John Pachello (19) and Bob Land (99). The numbers 19 & 99 shall never be reissued to any other C.A.R.C. competitor as voted on by the Board of Directors.

Numbers must appear on both doors of the car; on the roof of the car, or on sides of the wing; small numbers on front and back of car. Numbers on top of hood must face grandstands.

Numbers must be readable from across the track and clearly visible to those in the judge’s booth. 5

Numbers must be registered on each car but are the property of the car owner and must be retained by him. If a car changes ownership the number must be removed unless a re-issue and transfers are approved by the Club Secretary.

New cars joining the C.A.R.C. will not be allowed to run under any number which has already been registered with the Club. A new number will be issued in case of such duplication or conflict.

One full year will be considered March 1

All C.A.R.C. members must present their membership cards before an election. Proof of eligibility to vote will be stamped on membership cards. Any C.A.R.C. member who votes and is not an eligible voter will be considered a member not in good standing. Should a non-member vote, this person will be denied membership for that year. All C.A.R.C. members are responsible as concerned Club members to assist in holding fair and honest elections so that the purpose and principles of C.A.R.C. can be upheld with the cooperation of all members.

Everyone that enters the pits must obey all safety rules while working on cars, watching races or driving in an event.

It is the driver’s responsibility that his/her vehicle is inspected before entering the race track. This vehicle must have the approved inspection sticker in plain view. Any vehicle should be inspected after a wreck. Failure to do this may result in a fine or disqualification from race meet or meets. Depending on the decision of the track official.

When approval of a vehicle by the C.A.R.C. Inspector is given it means only that the vehicle is approved for participation in a competitive event and shall not be construed in any way that the inspected vehicle is guaranteed mechanically sound. All drivers should be aware that the C.A.R.C. Inspector shall not be liable nor shall the sanctioning body be liable for any mechanical failure or for any losses for injuries resulting from same.

Fire suits are mandatory for ALL DRIVERS IN ALL CLASSES. Fire retardant underwear and gloves are required for ALL DRIVERS IN MODIFIED CLASS.

Fire retardant shoes will be required for all drivers. 6

C.A.R.C. MEMBERSHIP CARDS MUST BE IN OWNER’S POSSESSION AT ALL TIMES! MEMBERHIP CARDS HAVE TO BE PRESENTED BEFORE PIT PASSES ARE BOUGHT. PIT PASSES MUST BE PRESENTED TO GUARD AT GATE.

NO CAR MAY HAVE MORE THAN ONE REGISTERED OWNER!

NOTE: The officials of the C.A.R.C. recommend that all pit personnel, officials and drivers use some type of ear protection (such as ear plugs) while in the pit area or driving a race car.

Drivers will be required to wear regulation type helmets Snell 2005 or newer specifications. No open face helmets.

Shoulder straps are mandatory in addition to seat belts as specified elsewhere in this book. Shoulder straps or harnesses that fasten around chest must unbuckle in the front. 5 point harness mandatory.

NOTE: ALL RULES CONTAINED IN THIS BOOK WHEN PERTAINING TO SAFETY FACTORS WILL BE STRICKLY ENFORCED BY SAFETY TECHNICIAN, AND TRACK PERSONNEL.

The tech inspection team will consist of one primary tech inspector(appointed by the Board of Directors) and at least two (2) assistants. The tech inspector will not be directly associated with any car or team. The team will be assisted by the race liaison (if necessary).

The tech inspector will:

1. Perform the standardized technical inspection on selected car(s) as set forth in the C.A.R.C. rulebook. The inspection will include checking the car for minimum weight and left-side weight.

2. Enforce all safety requirements set forth in the C.A.R.C. Rule Book.

3. Perform post-race technical inspection after ALL main events.

The race liaison/tech inspection team will: 7

1. Notify CNS track officials (if applicable) which finishing have been selected for post-

race tech.

2. Directly notify spotters of cars selected for race-race tech.

3. Visually monitor pits to ensure selected cars go directly to tech inspection area.

The car owner/crew/driver will:

1. Ensure two (2) adjacent intake manifold bolts are predrilled with 1/8" holes to allow

installation of an engine seal after inspection. If these bolts are not drilled you may be

subject to re-inspection or disqualification.

2. Ensure his selected car proceeds directly to the inspection area after the race. No

intermediate stops are allowed.

- Any car properly notified to go to post-race tech that makes ANY stop enroute to

tech inspection area will be penalized to the last running position on the racetrack.

Car will receive points/monies for that position. Car must pass post-race tech

inspection. Drivers with special circumstances (i.e. competing in multiple divisions)

must notify C.A.R.C. officials of their situation prior to the main event.

3. Provide all tools/equipment necessary to prepare the car for inspection. Remove parts

at the direction of the tech inspector. You will need tools to remove both valve covers,

two (2) rocker arms, a spark plug and to disable the ignition. Your starter must be

capable of turning the engine over at 150-200 rpm. Notify the tech inspector if your

starter is inoperable.

4. Cooperate with the tech inspector during the inspection to ensure a thorough inspection

is completed. Make no attempt to add/remove equipment from the car without tech

inspector approval.

5. A maximum of two (2) crew members plus the driver may be directly involved in the

tech inspections. At least one (1) crew member qualified to remove parts/answer

questions will remain with the car until inspection is complete. At no time will car be

left unattended.

6. Except in adverse weather conditions, the entire post-race inspection will be completed

in the designated inspection area. At the tech inspectors discretion, the number of cars

to be inspected may be changed or post race inspection may be cancelled.

7. Open discussion of rules interpretation is encouraged. Foul or abusive language will

not be tolerated.

1st & 2nd place finishers will ALWAYS be subject to post-race inspection. One (1) randomly chosen 3rd to 10th place finisher will normally be selected for post-race tech. Additional cars may be chosen for inspection as deemed necessary by the tech inspector/race liaison.

In the event that driver/car owner should refuse the tech procedure, the driver automatically forfeits all points and money for that event. Further penalties may be imposed if deemed necessary. 8

In the event the car is found illegal, that driver will lose points and money for that event..

In the event the engine is illegal, points will be taken for the entire season up to that point.

- Scales are accurate to 1/10 of 1% (0.1)

- Left-side weight of 56.1 % will be allowed

- Minimum weight of 2098 lbs.(1998 lbs. w/crate motor) will be allowed. Weight will

include driver/equipment as it comes off the racetrack.

Note: In the event that a car selected for inspection has lost parts during the race, every effort will be made to return parts to the car prior to the post-race weight check. Every situation is unique, the decision of the tech/inspector/ Board of Directors will be final.

- Cars found illegal will be moved to last place in the finishing order. Drivers will lose all points for that race event. No prize money will be awarded for that event. Car must be inspected prior to returning to competition.

Owner will be fined when:

Once found illegal on engine, transmission, or fuel.

Twice found illegal on chassis.

Both the protested car and the protestor’s car must be in the pits at the time of the protest. Should the protested car owner want to counter-protest, he/she will have ten (10) minutes in which to do the same.

Only qualified car owners are eligible to protest a car. A qualified car owner is one who has qualified for seventy-five percent (75%) of the current race season’s race meets and is a C.A.R.C. member in good standing. The protester’s car must be in the pits at the time of the protest and must remain in the pits until officially released by the Board of Directors. If the protester’s car leaves the pit before being released, the protester shall lose protest money and all points gained that race meet.

No person may participate as a helper at a tear down unless he/she is a currant C.A.R.C. member in good standing prior to the protest. 9

IF THE PROTESTED CAR IS FOUND LEGAL, THE PROTESTER FORFEITS ALL OF THE

SECOND OFFENSE ON CHASSIS WILL BE THE SAME PENALTY AS ENGINE OFFENSE,