THE RATTLETRAP 2019
Note: This is not a speed event
Vintage Hot Rod - Vintage Race Cars - Vintage Bikes
Beach Trials Crowdy Head
NSW Permit Scheme Vehicles use
Run Number 4-12518Y
Event Rules
ALCOHOL:
A
NO alcohol policy applies to all officials and competitors during the
running of the event. In particular, No alcohol is allowed in the pits or on
the course or the stopping area. Any participant who shows signs of
intoxication will be barred from the event.
ENTRIES:
All entries must be via
application and subject to approval from the Drag-ens HRC and must comply
with the spirit of the event. All entries must be paid for and must be
accompanied with a signed Declaration and Waiver of Liability form. All
entrants must be 18 years +. NOTE: The entry covers the vehicle/bike and one
driver/rider. If additional drivers/riders will use a vehicle they are also
required to have read and completed the Declaration and Waiver of Liability
form and pay an entry fee.
DRIVER/RIDER LICENSE:
The driver /rider must be
able to produce a current driver /rider license for their home state. Learner drivers will not be eligible to compete in the event. There is a
maximum number of two drivers per vehicle and the number of runs shall be
per vehicle not driver (i.e. two drivers mean half the runs). NO - vehicle or
rider passengers permitted.
CLOTHING:
All competitors must wear long sleeves
and long trousers (or jeans or overalls) and closed shoes when competing, No
Nylon.
HELMETS:
Driver/riders must wear an approved crash helmet when competing on
the course.
GOGGLES:
If a vehicle or bike does not have a windscreen,
goggles or a full face helmet must be worn as eye protection.
RULES:
The rules contained here within are intended as a guide for the conduct of the event
are in no way a guarantee against injury or death to a participant, official or spectators.
DRIVER/RIDER
CONDUCT:
The use of the course before, during or after the event without
authorisation is prohibited. Any driver/rider who disobeys the directions of
any official or displays inappropriate behaviour will be banned from further
participation in the event.
PERIOD CORRECT:
Overall appearance is important
for vehicles and bikes to be chosen. Cars and motorcycles should be hopped
up like authentic vehicles from pre to post war era. Drivers are encouraged
to dress in the spirit of the event.
Participation in this event is at the discretion of the Chief Scrutineer, (for either car or bike).
Hot Rod & Vintage Race Car Eligibility
All vehicles must be manufactured on or
before 1941 or a purpose built Hot Rod rebuilt in the style of a traditional
hot rod, custom or vintage race car.
These vehicles do not have to be period
perfect recreations, rather vehicles built to evoke the spirit of a bygone
era. (Old cars modified using old parts or hop up gear available in that
era).
Motorcycle Eligibility
All Motorcycles must be pre 1960 or a reproduction thereof, and comply with the traditional style of that era. OEM frames or custom frames are accepted as long as they reflect the era. Traditional styled bobbers and choppers must have kick or electric start. NO push starting. No sheet metal stamped frames allowed (e.g. postie bikes etc)
Scrutineering (Tech Inspection)
All entrant vehicles and bikes must be scrutineered and be accepted by the Chief Scrutineer (cars) or Chief
Scrutineers (Bikes) before the drivers briefing.
All drivers and riders who
wish to compete on the course MUST attend the driver /rider briefing prior
to the event. Any deviation from the Vehicle Rules or the Bike
Rules is left to the Chief Scrutineer of that department. The decision of
the Chief Scrutineer is FINAL
Hot Rod & Vintage Race Car Rules
These rules
are set to provide a minimum acceptable standard for vehicle safety for the
participant, officials and the public.
FRAME OR CHASSIS:
Any frame design is
subject to the approval of the Chief Scrutineer and shall be of sufficient
strength to resist flex or twist. The burden of proof of strength lies with
the entrant.
TAIL SHAFT LOOP:
All vehicles must have a tail shaft loop (or
enclosed tail shaft) or a device fitted to prevent the tail shaft from
dropping, by way of a cross member, these will be at the discretion of the
Chief Scrutineer.
BRAKES:
All vehicles must have as a minimum, rear wheel
brakes that are capable of stopping the vehicle. The burden of proof of lies
with the entrant.
WHEELS:
A wheel nut is required on every wheel stud. The
maximum rim width is 6 inches.
TYRES:
Solid tyre, nonrated tyres (e.g. farm
implement or aircraft tyres), drag slicks and four wheel drive tyres are not
acceptable. Cross ply tyres must have inner tubes.
EXHAUST:
Exhaust gasses
must be directed away from the driver and course surface.
DRIVER
COMPARTMENT:
The driver’s compartment must provide easy access and exit from
the vehicle.
There must be no exposed sharp edges that could injure the
driver. The design of the driver compartment must provide easy access to
controls (i.e. hand brake, ignition switch, pedals etc. The driver’s
compartment must have an adequate floor
FIRE EXTINGUISHER:
A fire
extinguisher (A minimum capacity 1Kg) must be mounted in the driver area and
be accessible to the driver.
DRIVER’S SEAT:
The driver’s seat must be
constructed in conjunction with the seat belt to secure the driver. The seat
must be secured to the floor or floor frame. Plastic seats are not
acceptable.
SEAT BELTS:
All vehicles must have seat belts. Three point
inertia seat belts are preferred. Full harness belts are recommended for
purpose built vehicles.
FIREWALL:
All vehicles must have a firewall.
BATTERY:
The battery must be firmly secured. An isolating switch is
strongly recommended on all vehicles.
ENGINE:
The engine must be capable of
self starting. No push start. If a vehicle fails to start it will be moved
out of the way. Pushrod engines must be naturally aspirated.
Motor Cycle Rules
These rules are set to provide a minimum acceptable standard for
vehicle safety for the participant, officials and the public.
FRAME:
OEM
frames, modified or custom built frames are acceptable.
CHAIN GUARD:
All
chain or belt driven motorcycles shall be equipped with a chain guard. The
guard should be mounted in two places.
FORKS:
Period forks and suspension
preferred. All moving parts of the steering system shall operate freely,
without excessive play.
BRAKES:
Minimum of an operational and effective rear
brake, operated by foot pedal or hand lever on the handlebars.
TYRES:
Nothing over four inch rims, no paddle or drag slicks permitted. Bias ply tyres must have inner tubes fitted.
FUEL SHUT OFF:
mandatory shut off must
be operable from the rider’s position.
FUEL LINES:
Plastic lines will not be
accepted. Fire resistant lines and connectors are preferred.
THROTTLE:
A
self closing throttle shall be fitted to all motorcycles or a safety kill
switch attached to a lanyard connected to you.
EXHAUST:
the exhaust system
shall direct the exhaust gasses away from the rider, the rear tyre and the
course surface.
NUMBER PLATES:
Period number plates with racing number
clearly visible on both sides of the bike or front forks. An alternative is
paint or shoe polish on both sides of the gas tank is OK.
Indemnity
All entrants and officials will be required to read and sign a Declaration and Waiver of Liability at Scrutineering.
TICKETS AND ENTRY FORMS
Please note that entrants to the event will need to click on the following link to pay the entry fee and obtain a receipt to enable completion of the entry form.
This form is to be completed by all entrants.
