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Pulling Rules and Regulations

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Volunteer Fire Company

Truck Pulling Rules
Classes:
Small Block Showroom
Big Block Showroom
High Output
Modified
Diesel
Small Block Stock
Big Block Stock
High Output
Modified
6,000 lbs.
6,000 lbs.
6,000 lbs.
6,200 lbs.
7,000 lbs.
6,500 lbs.
6,500 lbs.
6,500 lbs.
6,500 lbs.

    General Rules: These rules apply to all vehicles in all classes
  1. Weight classes
  2. All classes required a minimum of three pullers
  3. NO alcoholic beverages of any kind on track or in pit areas. Any driver believed to be a potential safety hazard will be barred. Driver is responsible for his or her own pit crew. Failure to observe rules will result in disqualification and will not be refunded entry fee.
  4. Pulling or tow vehicles must be operated in a safe manner at all times
  5. ALL drivers must wear shirt, pants, and shoes in competition
  6. Seat belt are recommended
  7. ALL weights must be securely fastened. NO weights permitted in cab or under hood. NO lose ballast or bags
  8. Vehicle must start and stop on signal of track judge, NO use or rear view mirror. Pull will be considered over when forward motion stops. Violators will be disqualified
  9. ALL vehicles MUST weigh in and pass safety inspection. A 2-½ pound fire extinguisher required. (Track judges reserve the right to reweigh any pulling vehicle.)
  10. NO one is allowed on track or within 25 feet of track except track officials, judges and contestants.
  11. NO pit crew member is permitted on, except to start vehicle and hook it to sled
  12. NO one other than driver permitted in vehicle while vehicle is pulling
  13. Vehicle must start with tight hitch, no jerking or working the clutch after pull is started. Any violation will be disqualified.
  14. Vehicle and sled must remain in marked boundaries during pull. Any attempt to move sled is considered measurable.
  15. Contestant must pull in assigned position and within 3 minutes of sled spotting. (Track official to determine position change if necessary.)
  16. Entries close at start of class, unless due to traffic hold up
  17. Judges decisions are FINAL in all cases
  18. First puller is a test puller, with the option to re-pull in third position. All decisions on re-pull MUST be made before vehicle leaves track with the judge’s approval. Any disqualification on first pull, bars second attempt. During pull off only one attempt is allowed to make a measurable pull.
  19. Rain out (a) during pull; any class not complete will be treated as a rain out. If class must be cancelled after 2/3 of entries have pulled, purse for class must be paid. (b) Pulling season can be called complete if ½ of advertised classes are complete. We reserve the right to reschedule.
  20. If open top, roll bar and helmet with a face shield is required. All vehicles must have a windshield.
  21. Electric fuel pump allowed in all classes
  22. All vehicles while being hitched and unhitched will be in park (automatic) or neutral (standard) with drivers’ hands in the air
  23. Excessive loss of liquid on the track or loss of parts is caused for disqualification
  24. All vehicles with state inspection will pull in one class ONLY
  25. Arguing or unsportsmanlike conduct toward officials or judges is cause for disqualification of BOTH truck and driver for the day
  26. Judges have the option to re-pull all first pullers
  27. MUST be at least 16 years or older to enter any class
  28. ALL PULLING IS AT PULLERS’ OWN RISK
  29. NO dual rear wheels
  30. Summer Pulls $10.00 fee
  31. Jubilee Pull $15.00 Fee
    Revised 2006
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Showroom Trucks
Classes:
Showroom Stock Classes
Small Block
Big Block
6,000 lbs.
400 C.I. and Less
401 C.I. and Up

  1. All general rules apply
  2. One add on or modification is allowed. Add ons being - aluminum intake - headers - Holley Carburetor
  3. Rough idle will be considered a modification
  4. Vehicle should look and sound like an everyday driver
  5. Inspection and license necessary, owner’s card and insurance card may be asked for to verify legality of vehicle
  6. D.O.T. tires ONLY - cut tires allowed - tread cannot be deeper than original tread
  7. Must pull bumper or Reese hitch - hitch point must be rear most part of vehicle
  8. Hitch point cannot be higher than frame
  9. NO heavy front bumpers or hanging on weights. Snow plow rigging allowed
  10. Weights can be put in bed -NO weights in cab
  11. Summer Pull $10.00 Fee
  12. Jubilee Pull $15.00 Fee
    Revised 2006
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Modified Trucks

  1. Fuel injection, turbos and supercharges will be allowed. Headers may protrude through hood. Hood modifications allowed for fuel injection, turbos and supercharges providing stock appearance is maintained. Multiple carburetions allowed.
  2. Modified trucks may run without radiator and motor may be moved forward, but must stay behind grill.
  3. Engine may be different manufactured than chassis entered.
  4. Frames may be different than make and model of the truck body, but wheels must be original wheel well location in relationship to the body being used. Center of wheel must be within 6 inches plus or minus of center of original wheel well of body being used.
  5. Hitch can not be higher than frame
  6. Fuel: Gasoline, Alcohol, Aviation Fuel or any pump gas. NO nitro or nitrous oxide as fuel or additives.
  7. Hook height - 26 inches. Point of break to center of axle should not be less then 27% of the wheelbase.
  8. Weight bracket allowed. Weights can be no further than 60 inches from the center of the front axle.
  9. Summer Pulls $10.00 Fee
  10. Jubilee Pull $15.00 Fee
    Revised 2006
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High Output Stock

  1. All general rules apply
  2. NO frame alterations
  3. Limited to one (1) four-barrel carburetor. High-rise manifold allowed. NO tunnel rams.
  4. Factory fuel injection and turbo changes allowed.
  5. Must have a fan shroud.
  6. Headers allowed with mufflers.
  7. Pump gas ONLY.
  8. Suspension blocking allowed.
  9. Internal engine changes permitted.
  10. Posi or welded front ends allowed.
  11. Hook height - 26 inches. Point of break to center axle should not be less than 27% of the wheelbase.
  12. Pennsylvania inspection and registration required. Must be street legal.
  13. NO wider than 10 inch rims. Tread width must not exceed 12 inches.
  14. Engine must be the same as manufactured chassis.
  15. Weight bracket allowed. Weights cannot be further than 60 inches from center of front axle.
  16. Summer Pulls $10.00 Fee
  17. Jubilee Pull $15.00 Fee
    Revised 2006
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Stock Trucks
Stock Classes:
Small Block
Big Block
400 C.I. and Down
401 C.I. and Up

  1. Must have original equipment as intended by manufacture, with body, hood and fenders. Bed must be factory installed with floor
  2. NO frame alterations, NO hood modifications
  3. Must be street legal or pass Pennsylvania State Inspection
  4. Fuel: Gasoline or Gasohol. All forms of nitro, including nitrous oxide, are illegal as a fuel or additive
  5. Tire size: limited to 12 inches and 10-inch rims. Must be D.O.T. approved. NO dual tires, chains or studs. NO wrangler type tires
  6. Suspension blocks are permitted. Lift kits and solid suspension allowed
  7. Factory fuel injection or turbochargers ONLY
  8. Any battery powered ignition may be used
  9. NO shift kits or small converters
  10. NO welded front ends
  11. Must hitch off bumper or rear most part of vehicle
  12. Two add ons or modifications allowed. Modifications
  13. Inspection and license necessary – owner’s card and insurance card may be asked for to verify legality of vehicle
  14. D.O.T. tires ONLY – cut tires allowed – tread can be no deeper than original tread
  15. Heavy front bumper and hang on weights allowed. Weights must be securely fastened no further than 12 inches from the grill
  16. Can use a pulling hitch – hitch cannot be higher than 26 inches – hitch must be rigid in all directions
  17. All general rules apply also
  18. Weights must be bolted, chained in place, ect. Any weights or parts being lost while on pulling track will disqualify the driver
  19. No weight frame or weight may be extended more than 24 inches beyond the front of the truck
  20. Any jerking of the sled or hot rodding in the pit or pit area will disqualify the driver
  21. Judges will inspect all trucks, to determine if trucks are safe and will be checked for illegal modifications
  22. Judges will decide what class trucks will pull in
  23. Truck must stay within marked boundaries
  24. All vehicles while being hitched and unhitched will be in park, neutral, or with engine shut off, with both hands in the air to signal to the hitcher his safety
  25. NO one on the track except track officials and one puller
  26. NO loss of liquid on the track
  27. NO alcoholic beverages of any kind
  28. Judges have the right to stop and disqualify any truck if it is not being operated in such a manner that would be considered safe
  29. Arguing or unsportsmanlike conduct towards track officials is cause for disqualification of both the driver and truck for the day
  30. If there is a protest the pulling track officials will decide if it is legitimate complaint. (Example: engine modifications and ect.). If they decide it is a legitimate complaint the protested truck will be disqualified
  31. Judges have the option to repull all first pullers
  32. All decisions by the track officials are FINAL
  33. NO weights can be changed while on the track
  34. Summer Pulls $ 10.00 Fee
  35. Jubilee Pull $ 15.00 Fee
    Revised 2006
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Tractor Pull - Western Style Stock Pull
Classes:
4,500 lbs.
5,500 lbs.
6,500 lbs.
7,500 lbs.
9,500 lbs.
12,500 lbs.
15,500 lbs.
18,500 lbs.
Open Class (Jubilee Only) Sunday at noon

  1. Each driver has 50 feet to decide to make a repull.
  2. Drivers must be old enough to drive in a safe and responsible manner on and off the track.
  3. Drivers must be with their tractors and in line while their class is being pulled.
  4. The drawbar cannot be more than 20 inches from the ground, from a stationary point. The hitch cannot move more than 1 inch up or down.
  5. There must be a 3 – inch hole in the clevis or drawbar to accept the 3 – inch hook on the sled. Back of hitch must be less than 3 – inches.
  6. All drivers must have a ¾ - inch pin or larger to adapt to clevis, hitch, or tractor.
  7. Tractors must meet the approval of pulling track officials.
  8. NO modifications of chassis, except for tire size.
  9. NO modifications of engines of any kind in stock classes.
  10. NO duals or chains.
  11. Tires and rims may be changed as long as they meet the approval of pulling officials.
  12. Four wheel drive tractors can pull, but front wheels must be in neutral or any assists that would power the front wheels.
  13. Tractors must have original shields and guards in place.
  14. Each tractor can weigh in 2 times, after that there is a $ 5.00 charge each weigh in.
  15. Three point hitches must be anchored down if being pulled by it. Any visual assist on this type of hitch will give the driver an automatic disqualification.
  16. Weights must be bolted, chained in place, ect. Any weights or parts being lost while on the pulling track will disqualify the driver.
  17. NO weight frame or weight may be extended more than 24 – inches beyond the front of the tractor.
  18. Any jerking of the sled, hot rodding tractor in pit or pit area will disqualify the driver.
  19. Judges will inspect all tractors. To determine if all tractors are safe, and will be checked for modifications that is illegal.
  20. Judges will decide what class tractors will pull in.
  21. Tractors must stay within marked boundaries.
  22. All vehicles while being hitched and unhitched will be in park, neutral, or with the engine shut off, with both hands in the air to signal hitcher his safety.
  23. NO one on the track except the track officials and the puller.
  24. NO loss of liquid on the track.
  25. NO alcoholic beverages of any kind.
  26. Judges have the right to stop and disqualify any tractor if it is not being operated in such a manner that would be considered safe.
  27. Arguing or unsportsmanlike conduct towards pulling track officials is cause for disqualification of both the driver and tractor for the day.
  28. If there is any protest, the pulling track officials will decide if it is a legitimate complaint. (Example: engine modifications and ect.) If they decide it is a legitimate complaint the protested tractor will be disqualified.
  29. Pulling of one or more classes; any tractor pulling in a scheduled summer pull, may pull in more than one class.
  30. Judges have the option to repull all first pullers.
  31. The decisions by the track pulling officials are FINAL.
  32. NO weights can be changed while on the track.
  33. Summer Pulls $ 5.00 Fee
  34. Jubilee Pull $ 10.00 Fee
    Revised 2006
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Pure Stock Class Tractor Pull - Western Style
Classes:
4,500 lbs.
5,500 lbs.
6,500 lbs.
7,500 lbs.
9,500 lbs.
12,500 lbs.
15,500 lbs.
18,500 lbs.
Open Class (Jubilee Only) Sunday at noon

  1. Drivers must be old enough to drive in a safe and responsible manner on or off track
  2. Drivers must be with their tractor and in line while their class is being pulled
  3. The drawbar cannot be more than 20 inches from the ground, from a stationary point. The hitch cannot move more than 1 inch up or down.
  4. There must be a 3 – inch hole in the clevis or drawbar to accept the 3 – inch hook on the
  5. sled. Back of the hitch must be less than 3 – inches.
  6. All drivers must have a ¾ inch pin or larger to adapt to the clevis, hitch, or tractor.
  7. Tractors must meet approval of the pulling track officials.
  8. NO modifications of the chassis
  9. NO modifications to engines of any kind in the stock classes
  10. NO duals or chains
  11. Rims must be factory stock. NO oversize tires
  12. Four – wheel drive tractors can pull, but front wheels must be in neutral or an y assists that would power the front wheels
  13. Tractors must have original shields, guards in place and factory sheet metal.
  14. Three – point hitches must be anchored down if being pulled by it. Any visual assist on this type of hitch will give the driver an automatic disqualification
  15. Weights must be bolted or chained in place, ect. Any weights or parts being lost while on pulling track will disqualify the driver.
  16. NO weight frame or weight may be extended more than 24 – inches from the front of the tractor
  17. Any jerking of the sled or hot rodding tractors in pit or pit area, will disqualify the driver
  18. Judges will inspect all tractors. To be sure tractors are safe, they will be checked for any modifications that are illegal
  19. Judges will decide what classes tractors will pull in
  20. Tractors must stay in marked boundaries
  21. All vehicles, while being hitched and unhitched will be in park, neutral, or with the engine shut off, with both hands in the air to signal the hitcher his safety
  22. NO one on the track except the track officials and puller
  23. NO losses of liquid on the track
  24. NO alcoholic beverages of any kind
  25. Judges have the right to stop and disqualify any tractor if it is not being operated in such a manner that would be considered safe
  26. Arguing or unsportsmanlike conduct towards track officials is cause for disqualification of both the driver and tractor for the day
  27. If there is a protest the pulling track officials will decide if it is legitimate complaint.
  28. (Example: engine modifications and ect.). If they decide it is a legitimate complaint the protested tractor will be disqualified
  29. Classes 4,500 – 7,500 pounds must pull in FIRST gear only. Classes 9,500 – 18,500 pounds can pull in any gear, but no shifting while pull is being made
  30. Judges have the option to repull all first pullers
  31. All decisions by the track officials are FINAL
  32. NO weights can be changed while on the track
  33. The flagman will determine the pace
  34. Tractor MUST have a working P.T.O.
  35. Each tractor can weigh in 2 times, after that it is $5.00 each weigh in
  36. Summer Pulls $ 5.00 Fee
  37. Jubilee Pull $ 10.00 Fee
    Revised 2006
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Garden Tractors

Classes:

Class 1
Class 2
Class 3
Class 4
Class 5
0 - 700 lbs.
701 - 900 lbs.
901 - 1200 lbs.
1201 - 1500 lbs.
1501 - 1800 lbs.

Clipper Class:

Class 6
Class 7
Class 8
700 - 900 lbs.
901 - 1200 lbs.
1201 - 1500 lbs.

Weight Classes:

700 lbs.
 
900 lbs.
 
1100 lbs.
 
1300 lbs.
 
10 H.P. Single Cylinders
       23 - 10.5 x 12 Tires
14 H.P. Single Cylinders
       23 - 10.50 x 12 Tires
20 H. P. Single & Twin Cylinders
       26 - 12.00 x 12 Tires
20 H. P. Single & Twin Cylinders
       26 - 12.00 x 12 Tires
  1. The first driver in each class has the option to return in the third position to repull.
  2. Drivers must be old enough to drive in a safe and responsible manner on or off the track.
  3. All tractors will be weighed prior to pull. Weight includes driver.
  4. All tractors must be of ridding type.
  5. Drivers must be with their tractor and in line while their class is being pulled.
  6. All tractors must be stock (patented and factory built .030 oversized will be considered stock bore). In the event a tractor breaks down, it must be repaired with original factory replacement parts (nothing added or taken away). If legality of tractor is questioned, a committee may check the tractor as necessary to determine if legal.
  7. If there is a protest, the pulling officials will decide if it is a legitimate complaint (engine modifications and ect.). If they decide that the complaint is legitimate the protested tractor will be disqualified.
  8. Four-wheel drivers can pull but front wheels must be neutral or any other assists that would power the front wheels.
  9. All tractors must be equipped with grill, hood, and seat.
  10. There will be no governor strings allowed.
  11. All weights must be secured on. Any falling off will be a disqualification.
  12. NO part of the original frame or any part of original equipment that has bolts to the frame can be cut or burned, except hitch and exhaust may be turned up.
  13. Judges will inspect all tractors and determine if tractors are safe and also check for modifications that are illegal.
  14. Weights may be changed from one position to another after weigh – in, provided no additional weight is added.
  15. Hitch height; maximum hitch height of bottom point 12 inches measured to inside of bottom of ½ clevis. All tractors must be equipped with ½ inch clevis or equal.
  16. Hitch must be stationary in all directions.
  17. Anti – roll equipment must be on tractor if front end is to rise. This equipment must be made using 2 wheels or 2 pads a minimum of 6 inches apart. They must satisfy the committee from the sponsoring the pull.
  18. If tractors’ front rises to a point the judges feel endangers the driver, worker, or spectator the judges may stop the pull.
  19. Driver must stop tractor immediately upon signal from judge or official.
  20. Tractor seat must stay in a fixed position during the pull.
  21. Jubilee Pull $ 10.00 Fee
    Revised 2006
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All - Terrain Vehicle Pull
Classes:
Class 1
Class 2
Class 3
Class 4
Class 5
Class 6
Class 7
Class 8
124 and Down
125 - 200
201 - 250
251 - 400
401 and Up
601 and Up
4 x 4 - 400 and Down
4 x 4 - 401 and Up

  1. Three and four wheelers will pull together according to above class description.
  2. Stock equipment only will be permitted.
  3. Stock hitch must be used.
  4. Hitch height can be no higher than the rear axle. Hitch must be stationary in all directions.
  5. A one – inch clevis must be used when making a pull.
  6. NO additional weights are permitted.
  7. There will be no need to weigh all – terrain vehicles.
  8. When vehicle stops, the pull is complete.
  9. All drivers MUST wear a helmet.
  10. Both hands must be kept on the handlebars at all times.
  11. Driver must stay seated on the seat.
  12. Each driver must be old enough to drive in a safe and responsible manner on or off the track.
  13. Drivers must be with their RV and in line while their class is being pulled.
  14. RV must meet approval of pulling officials.
  15. NO modifications of chassis except for tire size.
  16. NO duals or chains.
  17. Any jerking, hot rodding RV in pit or pit areas will disqualify the driver.
  18. Judges will inspect all RV’s and determine if RV’s are safe, and will check modifications that are illegal.
  19. Judges will decide what class to pull in.
  20. Vehicle must stay within marked boundaries.
  21. NO one on the track except officials and one puller.
  22. NO alcoholic beverages of any kind.
  23. Judges have the right to stop and disqualify any RV if it is not being operated in such a manner as would be considered safe.
  24. Arguing or unsportsmanlike conduct toward officials is cause for disqualification of BOTH RV and the driver for the day.
  25. If there is a protest, the pulling officials will decide if it is a legitimate complaint. (Example: engine modifications and ect.) If they decide that the complaint is legitimate the protested RV will be disqualified.
  26. All decisions by officials are FINAL.
  27. Judges have the option to repull all first pullers.
  28. NO fluid in tires.
  29. Jubilee Pull $ 5.00 Fee
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Contact Dean Brant at 814-443-4134 or Peggy Hay at 814-443-3714 for more information on rules and regulations.

In case of rain cancellation, listen to WQZS 93.3 Radio Station.

Sponsored for the benefit of New Centerville & Rural Volunteer Fire Company.
 

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For more information on rules and regulations, contact:
Dean Brant at
814-443-4134
or
Peggy Hay at
814-443-3714



814-926-4333
3054 Kingwood Road
Rockwood, PA 15557
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