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2008 International Karting Federation (IKF)

Competition Regulations and Technical Manual

4 Corners Kart Club (4KC)   Supplement

 

In accordance with IKF rule 110.1.2 the 2008 IKF Competition Regulations and Technical Manual is supplemented as follows:

102 Added   Terms explained for 4KC  Supplement:

                                    Will- indicates a mandatory requirement.

                                    Shall- indicates a mandatory requirement.

                                    Should- indicates a recommended procedure that is required if practical.

                                    May- indicates an acceptable or suggested means of accomplishment.

 

102 Added   Changes, additions or deletions to the  supplement should not be accomplished at the track. Any changes to the 4KC supplement should be discussed and voted on at 4KC meetings only.

102 Added   At the Race Directors discretion, first time competitors may be granted a waiver for up to two races to deviate from IKF/4KC regulations at the approval of the Race Director. Waivers will NOT be granted for critical safety rules.

104 Added    4KC  memberships and Event Fees 2008.

104 Added    Event fees will be as follows:

 

DRIVER

        CLUB EVENT

Member

                                          $25

Non-Member

 

Non-Member for joint track events

                                          $35.00                                             

$25.00 

Additional Class (member)

                                          $25.00

Additional Class (non-member)

                                          $25.00

Pit Pass (non-driver)

                                          $ 8.00

 

 

 

 

 

105 Added   One inspected 5 pound dry powder fire extinguisher supplied by 4KC and rated for use on A, B & C fires shall be located on the starting grid and at each flag station on the track to satisfy the individual fire extinguisher requirements for each entrant.

106 Added   Drivers should have only one person on the starting grid with them for starting purposes.  No starter devices or service equipment (including stands, tool boxes or spares) will be left in start grid area. Starters must be placed in designated storage areas away from the starting grid. All drivers karts on grid must be behind the emergency vehicle entrance to the track at all times.

 

106 Added    All personnel will maintain and leave their pit area in a clean condition by removing any acclimated trash from the facility after the race event.

 

 

108 Added    After exiting the track, drivers shall proceed directly to the scales at a slow speed. Drivers shall stop their karts and shut off their motors before reaching the scales. Senior drivers shall not have anyone at or before the scales or in the impound area. Junior drivers may have one person meet them at the scales to assist in weigh in.  The first place finisher in the heats, second place in the mains, shall be responsible for weighing all the competitors. Any discrepancies shall be reported to the race director. All class competitors must remain in the scale area until all karts for that class has been weighed. All karts must weigh, even if they do not finish to get points.

108 Added   Entrance to the track will only be done in front of the flag stand under the flagman's direction. Intentional exits will be on the back straight.

108 Added           Races will not exceed double the prescribed number of laps including pace and yellow laps.

109 Added    No race will receive the green flag unless there are corner workers at both turn stations.

109 Added  A competitor may receive a black flag by the race director after causing his/her third yellow flag.

110 Added    Classes with 3 or less entries should be combined appropriately with another class. Points will be awarded separately.

114 Added   There shall be no alcohol or illegal drug use on the grounds of Kart Kanyon Speedway. All City of Aztec Open Space regulations apply as to the use of Kart Kanyon Speedway.

 

114 Added    Persons who verbally or physically assault another individual(s) will be put on suspension pending review from the 4KC Board of Directors, and appointed committee. The race director shall be responsible for placing this person on suspension and ejecting them from the event. Persons will not be allowed to enter the grounds of Kart Kanyon Speedway until said committee and/or 4KC Board has reached a decision on the punishment for the infraction. The punishment could include up to a one year suspension and a $500.00 fine prior to reinstatement, or any other action or actions that the 4KC Board determines necessary for the infraction. In the event a drivers crew member is involved in an altercation, the driver may also receive the same penalty as the offender.

114 Added    Shall a participant at any time owe money to 4KC, they shall be suspended from all events until such time that restitution has been made, this includes “Insufficient Funds” for checks written.

 

      

 


 

401 Added  Numbers are chosen when 4KC  dues are paid based on available numbers by class. Duplicate numbers will add a letter approved by the head scorer.

406 Added All electronic scoring beacons shall be located on the infield facing north, near the start/finish line.

407 Added     A time line for each event should be posted at the pit entrance gate prior to the gates being officially opened. Any driver that is late for pre-race technical inspection or registration shall start at the rear of both heat races.

407 Added   Junior drivers shall attend the drivers meeting with a responsible adult or their appointed guardian. Any driver not present at the drivers meeting shall start at the rear of both heat races. Drivers shall be responsible for any information distributed at the drivers meeting.

407 Added   No initial starts will be allowed prior to the cone or chalk line displayed in turn four. If a race is not successfully started after two initial attempts then the race director has the option of initially starting the race single file, or moving one or both of the front row starters to the rear of the field. On single file restarts the leader may pick up the pace anytime after the cone displayed in turn three. On all starts the pole position sets the pace. The race director is responsible for ensuring that this time line is adhered to.  The race director’s time is the official track time.

407Added    During yellow flags, drivers will assume the position they were in on the last completed lap prior to the display of the yellow flag. Attempts to improve position on yellow flags will result in the violator being placed to the rear and may result in disqualification from the race. At the Race Directors discretion, Drivers not complying with the Race Director or Head Flagman's placement instructions after 2 laps should result in the violator being placed to the rear or disqualified from the race.

                 

407 Added  If a red flag is displayed, drivers should stop in turn 4 and shut their motors off. All uninjured drivers will proceed to the infield immediately. Drivers who do not proceed to the infield (other than those injured) or perform maintenance on their karts will be disqualified from that race. No personnel other than drivers, parent/guardian of injured junior drivers, medical personnel, or race officials are permitted on the track until the Race Director allows them.

407 Added    heats. All karts except cadet class shall participate in any necessary pre race track-packing. Refusal to participate in track packing will result in starting in back of both heat races. 

408 Added     Classes with 10 or more entries should be divided into 2 flights for heat races.

408 Added   Posting of all finishes shall be made public at the completion of the event after the review of the official scorer.

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408 Added    In the event of inclimate weather, a meeting of registered drivers or their representatives will be held at the time of the normal driver’s meeting.  At this time it will be announced that if we can’t race by 9:00 PM, racing is automatically postponed to Sunday morning.  At 9:00 PM a meeting will be held to announce race time on Sunday. Two completed heat races (per class) constitutes a complete race. Results will be according to accumulated points from the heat races. This will not apply to IKF regional races.

408 Added   Saturday weather cancellations will be run the following Sunday. Gates to open at 11:00 AM, drivers meeting at 12:00, racing at 1:00 PM.  This is a suggested time.  The official time will be determined by the race director.  Sunday weather cancellations will result in race cancellation.

 

408 Added    4KC Championship Points and Awards.

408 Added    Drivers must be members of 4KC  and compete in at least 6 events to be eligible for year-end championship awards in that class.

408 Added   Classes with less than 3 entries eligible for year end awards (excluding junior classes) will receive only first place awards. Dollar value of the awards should not exceed 50% of the cost of the first place award for classes with more than 3 eligible entries.

 

502 Added   After a kart has successfully passed pre-race technical inspection, a dated sticker with class weight should be placed on the front of the kart where it is easily recognized.

504 Added  Only the first two finishing karts are required to proceed from the scales directly to the impound area.  Karts that do not proceed directly to the impound area shall be Disqualified. This differs from the IKF Regulations in that all karts are to go to impound.

504 Added   Engine technical inspection will be determined by a public random pill draw of at least 1 pill for each; 2 cycle, 4 cycle and kid kart after the finish of the last main event.

507 Added    Scoring protests shall be submitted in writing to the race director no later than 20 minutes following the disputed race.

507 Added    Engine/Mechanical protests must be accompanied by a $50 fee payable to the driver being protested. This fee is to cover the cost of the rebuild. If the component being protested is found to be legal, the Driver will keep the $50.00. If the component is found to be illegal then the fee will be refunded to the protester, and all points for the race event for that driver will be listed as DQ (zero points). Any refusal to comply with above inspection will also result in a DQ for the race event and the appropriate action will be taken with the offender. All components being protested should be tech inspected within six hours of the protest, or other arrangements made.

601 Added   This is the primary method of fuel tech at Kart KanyonSpeedway. All karts are subject to fuel check at any time. If the Digitron Gasoline Meter being used by the Fuel Technical Inspector registers a competitor’s fuel at +1 this is illegal, regardless of what any other Digitron Gasoline Meter reads. Courtesy checks from the meter to be used for that event will be available prior to the drivers meeting.

617 Added    The weight addition for restricted engine classes may be waived for local events. On IKF race event nights, all entrants in restricted classes must agree to waiver before deviating from IKF rule (617.21) 

105.1.6.3.6 Added   Rib Braces/Chest Protection:         As of March 1, 2006, all drivers in all kid kart, junior 1, rookie, and cadet classes in all divisions, are required to present for pre race tech inspection, a chest protection device with a section 20.1 SFI certification.This device must be worn whenever such drivers are on the track in their kart.

Added:      Kart Kanyon Speedway is no longer a Burris tire track. Any brand of tire may be used.

 

Kart Kanyon Outlaw Sprint Kart Racing

Rules and Regulations

 

All who attend races and purchase a pit pass must sign an insurance release.

*  Minors Release-MANDATORY for all drivers under the age of 18 and for other minors who plan on being in the pit area on a regular basis.  ATTENTION PARENTS AND GUARDIANS: Be sure that you have read and understand the release form that you sign when you  enter the pits.  Be sure that it is explained to each every minor( anyone under the age of 18 years.)  racing or not, in your care, custody and control.  The minor’s release is good for the entire race season.  The Minor’s Release, the Waiver of Liability, and the Designated Guardianship forms are all legal and binding documents.   Be sure you have read them and know what they say! 

*    Rulebook - To be read by all drivers, kart owners and pit crew.  All drivers must understand all rules and regulations.

 

Disclaimer:

The rules and/or regulations set forth herein are designed to provide for the orderly conduct of racing events and to establish minimum acceptable requirements for such events.  These rules shall govern the condition of all events, and by participating in these events, all participants are deemed to have complied with these rules.  NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF SAFETY SHALL RESULT FROM PUBLICATIONS OF, OR COMPLIANCE WITH THESE RULES AND/OR REGULATIONS.  They are intended as a guide for the conduct of the sport and are in no way a guarantee against injury or death of a participant, spectator or official. 

 

The race director shall be empowered to permit minor deviation from any of the specifications herein or impose any further restrictions that, in his opinion, do not alter the minimum acceptable requirements.  NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF SAFETY SHALL RESULT FROM SUCH ALTERATION OF SPECIFICATIONS.  Any interpretation of deviation of these rules is left to the discretion of the officials.  Their decision is final. 

 

Drivers and parents of minor drivers are responsible to read and understand the rules and regulations set forth in this book.

 

IF WE DON’T SAY YOU CAN- YOU CAN’T!

 

Minimum Weight Rules and age requirements:

     Open = 430 lbs. / 18+ yrs.

     Open Intermediates = 375 lbs. / 16+ yrs.

      

                                                           CLASSES

                                                         Open Outlaw

                                                     Open Intermediate                                                            

 

Information and phone numbers:

505-632-8564 Al Cordova

505-324-9056 Kerry Sanders

505-632-0234 Roy & Misty Eavenson                                                                

www.qrckarts.com

                          

 

You are responsible for the safety of you and your kart!

 

       ALL CLASSES:

1.      Everyone MUST sign insurance release.

2.      Frames must be of kart configuration.  Not to exceed 90” in overall length.  NO EXCEPTIONS. Kart not to exceed 350 lbs. including full tank of gas.

    

3.      Cages are mandatory.  Must be for protection of driver.  Not for looks or wing mounts.

4.      Wing sides must stay within 3” from outer most edge of Kart.  No sharp edges or too long of bolt.  Overall length 48” maximum.

5.      Uppermost part of kart and wing not to exceed 72”

6.      Bodies can be any material, except wood.  No sharp edges or protruding parts.

7.      Wing, hood, and tail piece are mandatory in all classes.

8.      No bars, other than regular Nerf bar, may extend out past outer edge of tire on either side of kart.

9.    Noise

a.       Must meet state noise levels.

b.      Karts in violation may not race until standards are met.

10. ALL KARTS MUST DISPLAY A MINIMUM OF 10” NUMBERS ON RIGHT AND LEFT SIDE OF WING AND A MINIMUM OF 6" NUMBERS ON HOOD AND TAIL SECTION. Numbers not legible will not be scored.

11. Duplicate numbers only in open class.  Duplicate numbers must include a letter.  Must be a minimum of 4”.

12.  Numbers must be displayed on contrasting background.

13. Safety committee and track officials’ decision is final.

14.  This is open wheel racing.  No front-end cowcatchers. If in doubt, see officials.    

15. Fuel:

a.       Fuel must pass the following tests:

1. Visual;

2. Continuity meter;

3. Gravity test;

4. Gas, alcohol and water mix.

c. Karts will be tested for fuel requirements.

d. All 4-cycle motors are subject to fuel and oil additive inspection.

 

SAFETY

 

You are Responsible for the safety of you and your kart.

1.      Brakes must be in good working condition at all times.

2.      All karts must have seat belts and shoulder harnesses.  Shoulder harnesses must be mounted in a way to restrict forward body motion independently of seat.  Lap seat belts should be mounted on frame.  Cut or frayed seat belts will not be allowed.  This entire rule will be strongly enforced.

3.      Approved neck braces and arm restraints are mandatory.  Wrist restraints must be attached to lap belt and worn below the elbow.

4.      Helmets:

a.       Snell or DOT approved only. 2000 SA and M, 2005 SA and M, 2005 K.

b.      Must fit driver’s head

5.      Aluminum high back seats are MANDATORY.  The top of the seat should be at the middle of the driver’s head.

a.       Seat mounts.    

                                                                                       i.      Securely mounted to the frame.

                                                                                     ii.      No excessive holes.

                                                                                    iii.      Any suspended seat is to have safety cable attached to seat.

6.      All drivers must maintain a working fire extinguisher in their pit area.

7.      All karts must have a 6” nylon tie attached to spark plug wire.

8.      Kill switch is MANDATORY. Mounted on steering wheel or steering wheel post.

9.      Minimum standard for roll cage ( tubing thickness):

a.       All classes ¾ .083 chrome moly or 1” .06 chrome moly or 1” .083 steel.

b.      No exotic steel.

10.   Driving apparel:  No shorts or cutoff pants.  Fire retarding apparel is MANDATORY. SFI rating of 3.2A1 or better.

      Undergarments of nomex or equivalent material are recommended. 

11.  No sharp or protruding objects on any part of the kart.

12.  Roll cage must be securely fastened with a safety pins and grade 5 or better bolt, in at least four spots.

a.       Driver’s body must be completely inside roll cage.

b.      Roll cage height minimum of 2” clearance above driver’s head.

13.   Fuel line location cannot be closer than 2” to any of the exhaust system at any time and shall not be above the exhaust.  If closer than 2”, fuel line must be insulated.  Fuel line must have ample slack for cage movement.  Must be petroleum grade fuel line.

14.  Fuel tank location:  Out board mounted fuel tanks must have metal protection, particularly fuel petcock area.

15.  Suicide doors:  No suicide bars.  Side bar must open from the rear.  Left side protection is recommended.

16.  No axle protrusion beyond wheel rim.

17.  Tail piece protection:  If the top of the tail section protrudes above the seat, tail must be padded.  Suggested padding: Plumbing foam.  Tail section must be securely attached to the frame.

18.  Smoking in pit area is not recommended.  Use common sense.

19.  Red lights and trophy dash presentations:  Only one pitman per kart allowed on racetrack or infield.

20.  Pitmen are not allowed on racetrack or infield while race is in progress. Violators will result in their kart being docked one lap or disqualification.

21.  During a yellow flag, work on karts on the racetrack is prohibited.

22.  Pits will be cold pits at all times.

23.  Any official is permitted to remove karts from racetrack due to unsafe conditions to driver and/or other karts.

24.  Safety Committee and Track Officials’ decision is final.

25.  Chain guards are mandatory.  Appropriate design to prevent injury to arm.  If in doubt, see safety tech.

26.  Karts will be inspected using the following safety list.

IMMEDIATE- Must be fixed same day.

SECONDARY-  must be fixed by following race date or pay $25.00 fine.  Failure to fix items by third race will result in suspension of kart.

 

 

IMMEDIATE

*      Helmet- fit/condition-rating

*      Seatbelt & harness mounted, 5-point harness

*      Arm restraints

*      Neck brace

*      Brakes, mounting bolts safety wired and brakes operational

*      Suicide doors

*      Steering link, lock nuts or cotter keys or safety wire

*      Steering wheel- securely mounted and safety wired to quick release

*      Protruding objects

*      Axle Protrusion

*      Fuel Line Location

*      Spindles- Cotter Keyed or safety wired

*      Cage-Mounts, height-2"or more above drivers helmet

*      Frame, Nerf Bars, Bumpers, and Roll Cage

 

SECONDARY

*      Seat- Condition/Mounting

*      Wing-Mounts

*      Suspended Seat Karts

*      Kill Switch

*      Wheel Condition

*      Rear Axle Keepers

*      Floor Pan Condition

*      Hood and Tail Mounts

*      Tail Piece Protection

*      Fire Extinguisher in pit stall

*      Number/Letter- Size/Location

*      Chain Guard

Any Official has the authority to disqualify a kart for safety violations.

 

Racing Rules and Etiquette

1.      Green Flag:  The entire track is open for racing.  Passing will not be permitted before the green flag is displayed, at designated point.  Single file starts will be at MEDIUM SPEED, until the lead kart begins to race. At this pint the green flag will be displayed and racing will begin.

a.       Double file starts. The two lead karts must stay side by side, at MEDIUM SPEED, until reaching turn four and the green flag is given.  Failure to do so will result in both karts being sent to the back of the pack.

2.      Red/Yellow Flag:  Restart race.  This on the first lap only.  All races will be entitled to one restart.

3.      Yellow Flag:  CAUTION. Race to yellow flag WITH CAUTION.

a.       All karts must come to a parade lap speed. Failure to so will result in being sent to the back of the pack.  Single file formation.  

4.      Red Flag:  STOP AS SOON AS SAFELY POSSIBLE.

a.       Revert back to previous lap for lineup.

b.      May pit on red without penalty.

c.       Red flag will not be used on the last lap.

d.      FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE RED FLAG WILL RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION.

5.      Blue/Yellow Flag:  MOVE OVER.  To inform slower moving karts that leaders are about to pass.  Move over WITH CAUTION.

6.      Black Flag:  PROCEED TO PIT AREA for consultation.  Kart will cease being scored from time flag is displayed.

7.      White Flag:  ONE LAP TO FINISH.

8.      Checkered Flag:  Race is officially over.  All karts must pass under this flag to be scored..

9.      If a Kart has a MINOR problem on racetrack and an Official can easily fix it, kart will resume position.

a.       If the kart is sent to the pits or work area and returns to track, kart will line up in rear of pack.

10.  Jump starts will result in a loss of two positions.

11.  Drivers who are involved in or th