Competition model for 2019 adds dqs, alters inspection. American series rule book, section 20f, and any nascar technical bulletins released which affect the lmsc division. Nascar racing may have been a freeforall in the early days, but today it is highly regulated, especially when it comes to the cars on the track. Per 2017 nascar late model rule book or latest edition note. The cars are to be prepared in accordance with the 2017 nascar whelen allamerican series rule book, section 20f, and any nascar technical bulletins released which affect the lmsc division. Nascar approves a major technical change for one of its racing series cole frederick, january 4, 2018 10. Enter your usernameemail and password below to login to the rule book and parts database. Larry king laws langley speedway 2017 late model stock.
Nascar issues five different rule books, each of which includes in its title reference to a particular nascarsanctioned series. What is the size of the nascar cup series rule book in. Effective january 1, 2018 the following are amendments to the 2017 nascar whelen allamerican series rule book that will be incorporated into the 2018 nascar whelen allamerican series rule book. No kick outs are permitted between the bolt on flange and the top of the added sump. 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. There were no illegal parts on the car, but the manner in which they were assembled altered the original design for the parts. With persistent cold rains washing out qualifying for sundays sprint cup race at chicagoland speedway, kyle busch earns the pole per the nascar rule book. For the first time since i started covering nascar in 2004, i recently received a copy of the nascar sprint cup series rule book. The claim must be made in writing within 10 minutes of the. Nascar issues technical bulletin outlining rule changes. It is also an option for the nascar camping world truck series at select tracks. The standard nascar whelen allamerican series late model stock rule book will be updated to include an upgraded camshaft.
This track rule will be used in place of the language defining travel limiting devices only, in section 20f 12. Contact tech official if you need clarification to this rule. So nascar named the innovation illegal, invoking the allencompassing article 124a in the rule book, otherwise known as actions detrimental to stock car racing. Aftermarket valve covers are the only part that may be changed on the crate engine. All rules and regulations in cars tour rule book are. Nascar issued a technical bulletin today to nascar home tracks members which contained the nascar whelen allamerican series late model stock car rule changes. Nine consecutive nights of some of the best shorttrack racing of the season. The engine, for example, must be a carbureted v8 with an iron block. Nascar officials announced wednesday a tweak in the 2019 baseline rules package for select tracks, adding aero ducts to the three remaining race tracks where a 550 horsepower engine will run, but.
These rules shall govern the condition of all events, and by participating in these events, all participants are deemed to have complied with. Notice shall be deemed effective within two 2 weeks of the rule amendment and posting of the rule change by old dominion speedway ods. Nascar issues a different rule book for each racing series. Will follow the 2020 nascar rule book with the following exceptions. Nascar approves ford camshaft upgrade for late model. The engines teams find work best each and every week, from a competitive standpoint, will not be compromised or enhanced based on.
Photo by sean gardnergetty images 2019 nascar aero rules. The late model stock car division will run directly out of the 2018 nascar whelen allamerican series rulebook. See late model stock nascar rulebook for oil pan rules. Larry king laws langley speedway 2017 late model stock car engine and weight package engine type total weight right side weight max rpm carburetor gm built 3050 60. Nascar approves lmsc spec engine in technical bulletin. In the inaugural race at talladega, a 69 ford had its engine set back six inches to a foot from its stock location for better weight distribution in clear violation of the rules.
Late model rules bobby watsons carteret county speedway. Cars are to be prepared using the 2020 nascar whelen allamerican series rule book, section 20f, with the following exceptions listed below. The update was first published by in a tech bulletin released by ford performance, it was announced that the m6007 camshaft has been approved by nascar for use during the 2019 season. Driversteams racing a backup car will have to start races in the back, regardless of whether or not they qualified their. In addition to determining the points system, nascar also develops the rules that govern how cars are built and races are run. Nascar approves a major technical change for one of its racing series. The late model stock car lmsc division is designed off the rule book for nascars lmsc division. The set back required some pretty high handed modification to the firewall that should have been evident to even a casual observer. This carburetor may be reworked per nascar lmsc rule 20f5. All divisions except lmsc and pure stock protest fees will be as follows. The cars are to be prepared in accordance with the 2008 nascar rule book, section 20f, and any nascar technical bulletins released which effect the lmsc division. Nascar sprint cup series cars weigh 3,450 pounds, and their engines produce about 850 horsepower, meaning the cars can reach speeds above 180 mph at some tracks.
Per 2020 nascar late model rule book or latest edition. Cams may be solid or hydraulic but must have a maximum valve lift of no more than. Late model stock car southern national motorsports park. Ive thumbed through friends copies of the book before, but never. These rules are subject to amendment at any time when notice has. There is a nascar rule book for the nascar nextel cup series, a nascar rule book for the nascar busch series, nascar craftsman truck series, nascar regional touring series and nascar weekly racing series.
The lmsc division is old dominion speedways premier division. His passion and determination for lmsc helped grow the brand of not only but the reputation of lmsc racing. The national association for stock car auto racing nascar makes and enforces numerous rules and regulations that transcend all racing series. The nascar sprint cup series is where you can find nascars stars, including jeff gordon, jimmie johnson, and dale earnhardt, jr.
Tire rule all lmsc competitors may purchase up to 4 race tires per event. Weekend stars competing with friends, coworkers and neighbors at their local short track is the foundation of nascar. During protest, crewmembers of the protested car and 1 representative from protester, being driver or crew chief allowed during actual tear down. For specifics on spring rules, refer to the current nascar rulebook. Nascar places strict limits, for instance, on how engine cylinders are bored that is, how theyre made larger by removing material. Changes coming to martinsville speedways valleystar. Limited late model rules southern national motorsports park. Any reference to nascar lmsc rule or section within these rules refers to the 2008 nascar rule book. The nascar rule book is basically a suggestion for teams and tracks, so they can pick and choose which engines they want to use. For any additional late model stock car rules, please see the 2020 nascar whelen all american series rulebook or contact speedway personnel. Late model cars are to be prepared in accordance with the 2016 nascar whelen allamerican series rule book, section 20f, and any nascar technical bulletins released which affect the lmsc division.
Competition officials announced rules changes tuesday for the 2020 nascar cup series season, adjusting only a handful of costsaving. Lmsc, which race primarily throughout the southeast region. What i learned from the nascar sprint cup series rule book. Nascar issued a technical bulletin to nascar home track members on wednesday containing changes to the nascar whelen allamerican series late model stock car rule book. Nascar competition officials announced monday that postrace inspection for all three national. Nascar approves a major technical change for one of its. Carburetor rework must follow the rework guidelines set forth in the nascar 2016 rule book for the main body, boosters, venturi, carburetor throttle body base plate. This is a division you normally see across large portions of the usa at nascar home tracks, this division also races for national points in the nascar whelen all american series. Nascars rule book says it will judge such matters on a casebycase basis, but also states that a crew chief, tire carrier and tire changer. Rear spoiler must meet 2020 nascar lmsc specifications. Rule book disclaimer the rules and regulations set forth herein are designed to provide for the orderly conduct of racing events and to establish minimum acceptable requirements for such events. Nascar officials release minimal updates to 2020 rules nascar. These rules are subject to amendment at any time when notice has been given. Must conform to 2019 nascar rule book specifications.
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