2021 Rules and Classes

COMPETITION RULES:

1. MUFFLERS ARE MANDATORY FOR RACING AT COMBS MOTOR SPEEDWAY! You must match a stock muffler to a stock engine, and a Mod muffler to a Mod motor.

2. Drivers WILL NOT be allowed to race in multiple classes, unless approved by Management.

3. All drivers are required to wear a full face helmet (SNELL 2010 or newer, K98 and Jr. Helmets only), a racing or track approved jacket or race suit, closed toe shoes, racing gloves and a neck brace while driving. All of these items must remain in working order while on race track (i.e. if neck brace comes off you will be black flagged). All helmets must have a VISOR and must remain in the down (closed) position while on track during racing conditions. 

4. All starts will be off turn 4 with front row side by side. All restarts will be between the two red tires in turn 4. No weaving allowed on caution laps. Penalty for jumping restarts will be one position for each kart passed. The leader sets the pace and everyone else is expected to keep his pace without bumping and pushing on the start. Repeat offenses after 1 warning may result in being put to rear of field for restart. 

5. We do NOT race back to the yellow. A red flag will be used if any driver is in danger or if track repairs need to be made. Go to the bottom of the track and come to a complete stop if a RED FLAG is thrown. 

6. If engine stalls on track, track workers (if possible) will give two (2) pulls to attempt to start. If the engine does not start, you will go to the pits. NO WORKING ON KART WHILE ON THE TRACK. If a member of your crew comes onto the track unauthorized, you will be BLACK FLAGGED for that race. Running onto the track is dangerous for all parties. 

7. RED FLAG- stop as quickly and safely as possible. No work can be done on karts during red flag. Track officials will be allowed to pull damaged kart bodies off while under red flag conditions (when possible). Go to the bottom of the track and come to a complete stop if a RED FLAG is thrown. 

8. The top three drivers in each class MUST cross the scales after their feature race. Failure to do so may result in disqualification! ONLY DRIVER + ONE PERSON IS ALLOWED TO BE IN TECH AREA UNLESS APPROVED BY HEAD TECH MAN. 

9. Any racer, whether minor or adult, is responsible for the conduct of their pit crew at all times. Officials have the right to suspend crew members and /or drivers at their discretion. 

10. Combs Motor Speedway is a family-friendly venue. ALCOHOL, FOUL LANGUAGE AND DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR BY ANY ONE WILL NOT BE TOLERATED. 

11. NO kart maintenance/repair allowed on the track!! Pit area only. 

12. Any driver who fails to drive in a safe manner will be subject to being “BLACK FLAGGED” off the track. Failure to obey the black flag could result in race suspension at the discretion of track officials. 

13. NUMBERS: All karts must have numbers on three (3) sides of the kart (Minimum 6” numbers). All numbers must be clearly visible by scorers and must be in sharp contrasting colors.. Black on white or white on black preferred. Scoring officials have final approval on all numbers. If they ask you to change them, you will be required to do so.  

14. Replacement drivers: If you have a qualified kart and decide to change drivers or require a replacement driver, replacement driver will start race in the rear of lineup. Points go to the driver, not the kart. 

15. Please DO NOT put used oil in the trash cans. Please put it in a bottle or container with a lid, and put them outside the trash cans. We will dispose of it in oil containers. 

16. SPECTATORS: Standing at fence in front of grandstands or restricted areas will not be tolerated. You will be subject to ejection if you refuse to find somewhere else to spectate. 

 TECHNICAL RULES: 

1. All karts must be safety inspected prior to going onto track for hot laps or heat race. NO EXCEPTIONS!! 

2. Open tire rule will be in effect until further notice. (Any tire including grooved tires is legal). 

3. All open karts must have full bodies and full rear bumpers (Measuring no more than 4 inches from outside of the tire). Or a ‘Hop Stopper’ on the left rear. 

4. All Jr. Class flat karts must have full loop bumpers. 

5. All bumpers must stay in place and intact throughout race. Flat Karts: No front bumpers or nerf bars may protrude outside of the bodies. Only champ karts may have exposed front bumpers. 

6. Side panels coming loose will be tolerated unless deemed unsafe for anyone on track. 

7. The distance from the ground to the lower bar on the rear of the kart must be no greater than five (5) inches. 

8. All karts in all classes must have operational clutches. 

9. RESTRICTOR PLATES: They are required to be in place for all practices and races. They may be inspected at any time (discretion of tech man). If requested, you will be obligated to produce plate within 10 minutes of request. Failure to do so may result in loss of pay/points or starting positions. 

10. LOSS OF AIR FILTER: If you lose your air filter, you will be credited for the caution and sent to the rear of the field. You may re-install your air filter while in the infield only.  

SAFETY GUIDELINES: 

Listed here are some guidelines for safety issues regarding Kart racing. These items will be inspected during safety tech before the kart will be allowed to go onto the track for practice or racing. 

1. All steering components must be safety wired or cotter pinned. This includes spindles, tie rod end bolts, tie rod to steering bolts, steering wheel to steering hub bolts (3 bolts) and steering shaft nut. On Champ Karts, the 3 bolts connecting the steering wheel to quick connect hub must be safety wired. 

2. Brakes: All bolts fastening the master cylinder and calipers must be safety wired. Brakes must be in good working condition. A wolf plate protecting the driver from the rotor is mandatory. 

3. Helmet: Must be Snell 2010 or later. K98 and Jr. Helmets will be allowed at tech inspector’s discretion. 

4. Muffler must not to extend past rear bumper. 32. Snap rings required on axle ends. 

5. ALL LEAD MUST BE PAINTED WHITE WITH KART NUMBER PERMANENTLY MARKED ON IT. Minimum bolt size for lead is 5/16” with double nut or safety wire. Any lead weighing over 7 pounds must be secured with two 5/16” bolts both having double nuts or safety wire. If you lose lead on the track, you will be disqualified for that race. NO weight allowed on nerf bar or bumpers except inside the nose.