I. GENERAL RULES:

1. Contest is open to two wheel drive, rear wheel drive, rubber tired tractors. No re-capped tires, dual wheels, chains, studs or paddle tires permitted.

2. Drivers and/or any pit crew under the age of 18 years old must have a parent/guardian signed consent form on file prior to competing (only necessary to be signed once per season). Minimum age for drivers is: 5 years old for Stock Off The Lawn and Stock up to 12.5 HP., 8 years old for Open Stock up to 16 HP., 12 years old for Sport Stock up to 20 HP and all NQS classes, 16 years old for Sportsman, 1500 lb. Hydro, Modified, Super Modified, and V-8 Modified. Children ages 5-8 years old must have a parent or legal guardian’s supervision while competing. All adult drivers must sign a liability release at each pull.

3. All tractors are subject to safety and tech. inspections by officials for compliance with all rules that apply. Tractors will be inspected once annually by officials or whenever deemed necessary. Safety and Tech. Committee’s decision is final.

4. Any competitor refusing to have his/her tractor inspected for eligibility will not be allowed to enter and/or pull in the classes in question until legality is established.

5. All drivers should be clean and neatly attired. Tractors should be clean and painted. Paint jobs, emblems, logos, and wording on tractors and haulers should be acceptable for general family entertainment.

6. It is mandatory that ALL drivers attend any driver meetings that may be held by the promoter and/or officials. At the discretion of the official, a driver who does not attend a driver meeting may not be allowed to compete during the accompanying session of pulling.

7. Judgment calls by the event official are final and non-appealable.

II. OPERATIONS:

1. If there is no barrier, distance from the track to the crowd will be a minimum of 25’ which is to include a 10’ “no-man’s land”. If there is a barrier, and due to limited space, the promoter wishes the crowd to be closer to the track, the distance from the barrier to the crowd will be a minimum of 10’ which may include the required “no-man’s land”. During active competition, the only personnel inside of the “no-man’s land” shall be the track officials, active competitor and sled operator. ONLY active competitor’s pit-crew and other properly credentialed people are allowed between “no-man’s land” and the crowd.

2. Anyone assigned to an operational position will remain on that duty for the entire class (i.e. flagman, sled operator, scale operator, hooking operator).

III. SAFETY PRACTICES:

1. Driver will remain in seat for duration of pull attempt.

2. During active competition, driver will have at least one hand on the steering wheel.

3. No portion of the tractor may interfere with the chain or hook on the sled during the pull attempt or while being hooked or unhooked. The chain, hook and kill switch must be easily accessible without interference.

4. A qualified operator must be in the seat of any tractor when the engine is running or being started, unless the tractor is hooked to the sled.

5. Whenever a tractor is under its own power, but not hooked to the sled, speed will be comparable to being towed.

6. Vehicles with only one seat will have only one occupant. This includes tow and maintenance vehicles.

7. The flagman has the responsibility to stop any pull attempt considered unsafe.

8. No smoking on the track.

9. All tractors must be in neutral before the sled will be hooked to the tractor.

10. It is the official’s responsibility to observe that all ballast is properly located front and rear to safely balance competition tractor before pull attempt is made.

IV. CLOTHING:

1. All drivers in NQS, Sportsman, 1500 lb. Hydro, Modified, Super Modified, and V-8 Modified classes must wear a DOT or SNELL rated helmet with chin strap fastened

******************ALL DRIVERS UNDER THE AGE OF 18 MUST WEAR************************************************APPROVED HELMETS*********************************

2. All drivers in ALL classes MUST wear a minimum of long pants, shirt and covered foot shoes/boots.

3. All drivers in NQS, Sportsman, 1500 lb. Hydro, Modified, Super Modified, and V-8 Modified classes must wear a full 1 or 2-piece SFI approved fire suit.

4. If any driver is wearing a jacket, it must be closed to prevent it from hanging down loosely.

V. EQUIPMENT AND GENERAL SAFETY

1. All tractors must have a secure seat that may not extend behind rear wheels. Seat must have a back which stands a minimum of 3” above the seat surface.

2. All tractors must have functional rear brakes and steering.

3. All tractors must have sturdy, safely secured rear fenders that will protect the driver from the tires. Drivers that put their hands between fender and tire during active competition will be disqualified.

4. All tractors, other than Stock Off The Lawn, must have a fully charged, functional fire extinguisher with a gauge, mounted within easy reach of the driver.

***************Minimum Extinguisher Specs: 1.5 lb. Dry Chemical;***************************************1.25 lb. Halon or equivalent*************************

5. All tractors other than Stock Off The Lawn must have a “DEAD MAN THROTTLE”. Throttle must have a positive two-way mechanical linkage with the rear-most position being idle. All 1500 lb. hydro, Sportsman, Modified, Super Modified, and V-8 Modified tractors using a foot throttle must have a toe strap.

6. All tractors that have non-stock exhaust must discharge exhaust vertically (+ or – 20 degrees) upward, a minimum of 12” from the exhaust port. No rain caps allowed.

7. All weights must be securely fastened to tractor and stationary in all directions during pull attempt. Any loss of ballast, safety equipment, or shields during active competition will result in disqualification.

8. Rear weights may not extend behind rear tires on all tractors in NQS classes. Rear weights may not extend more than 6” behind rear tires for tractors in all other classes except 1500 lb. Hydro, which may only extend no more than 19” behind rear tires.

9. All tractors with the exception of N.Q.S. and Sportsman tractors must have reverse gear.

10. Stabilizer bars must be used on all tractors, with the exception of Stock Off The Lawn. The device must consist of two separate sections, each equipped with either skid plates or wheels. Skid plates are to be at least 3” square at the ground contact point. Wheels shall be at least 1” wide and 4” in diameter. Skid plates, or contact point of wheels, are to be NO LESS than 5” behind the rear of the rear tires, and NO MORE than 5” above the ground. One shall be on each side of the tractor with the combination of the two being strong enough to support the weight of the tractor when a jack is placed under them to raise the tractor. NO SPRING LOADED anti-tip over devices will be allowed. The anti-tip over device shall not be included in the length of the tractor. It is a requirement that Sport Stock, Sportsman, 1500 lb. Hydro, Modified, Super Modified, and V-8 Modified tractors have bumper bars as part of the above described anti-tip over devices. Bumper bars consist of a bar extending vertically 6” from the rear most tip of the skid pads. The top of the vertical bar would be supported by a brace which extends to the wheelie bar, chassis, etc.

11. No portion of tractor or weights may extend behind bumper bars.

12. All tractors must have a drawbar that is stationery in all directions. Drawbar may not be any more than ¾” in thickness and must have an opening that is 1 ½” in diameter. Cross-sectional thickness must be equivalent to ½” round stock, and pulling point may not be any more that 13” above the ground. The hitching point cannot be closer than 6” from the center line of the rear axle. Stock Off The Lawn tractors may use a clevis, and maximum hitch height is 10”.

13. All tractors except Stock Off The Lawn, Stock up to 8 HP, and Stock up to 12.5 HP must have a kill switch that is capable of shutting down the engine as well as the electric fuel pump (if so equipped) in case of accidental separation from the sled during active competition. This kill switch shall be located at the rear of the tractor in a position that will allow for easy attachment/detachment. The switch must be above the hook point (recommended to be 10” to 16” above the hook point) and near enough to the centerline of the tractor, so that turning will not cause inadvertent pulling of the kill switch (suggested to be within 6” either side of center). On diesel engines, the kill switch must activate the air shutoff. Diesel systems may use a spring-loaded cap activated by cable and it shall be deemed acceptable if it at least prevents the building of boost.

14. Flywheels on any engine turning more than 4500 r.p.m must be of billet steel or billet aluminum (no cast iron/steel or cast aluminum) and no welded fins. All starter pulleys turning more than 4000rpm must be of billet steel or billet aluminum (no cast iron/steel or cast aluminum) with a maximum weight of 5 lbs. and must have a retaining device to prevent the pulley from coming off the crankshaft.

15. All modified, super modified and V8 modified tractors with an automatic transmission must have a park start only switch. All tractors listed above with a manual transmission must have a clutch depress or neutral start switch.

16. All tractors must have fuel lines that are either routed or suspended to keep them away from hot engine components or use steel braided fuel lines.

17. All tractors except Stock Off The Lawn must have a manual fuel shut-off valve.

18. All tractors in Stock Off The Lawn, Stock, Open Stock, and Sport Stock classes that have ignition points must have ignition points covered.

19. All modified, super modified and V-8 modified tractors equipped with an automatic transmission must have reverse gear lockout. Definition: any mechanism that prevents the automatic transmission from inadvertently switching into reverse gear during a pull attempt.

20. Automotive engines equipped with a harmonic balancer must have a balancer that is SFI approved.

21. No tarp straps will be allowed for any purpose on pulling vehicles.

22. All hoods must have the capability to tilt in an upward fixed position or must be equipped with quick release fasteners so that engine compartment can be quickly accessible.

23. Tractors equipped with a 5-point harness must have all controls within easy reach when the operator is tightly strapped in.

24. Inner tubes required on front tires for all modified, super-modified and V-8 modified tractors.

25. S.F.I. approved fire resistant gloves, S.F.I. approved shoes, S.F.I. approved 360 degree neck collar required for all modified, super-modified and V-8 modified tractors.

26. Modified, super-modified, V-8 modified tractors with a full roll cage must be equipped with a quick release or swing-away steering wheel.

27. Modified, super-modified, V-8 modified tractors with a full roll cage must be equipped with a minimum of a 4-point quick release safety harness.

28. All super-modified, V-8 modified tractors must be equipped with a skid plate.

Skid plate must be one of the two types listed below:

A. Skid plate mounted to center of axle must be a minimum of 10 in. wide with rolled edges both front and rear. Plate must be a minimum of 4 in. in length. Plate must be centered and securely mounted to front axle and/or frame.

B. Skid plate mounted in line with each frame rail (on both sides) equal in strength to frame rail material. Skid must be securely mounted and braced to the chassis. Skid surface to be a minimum of 2 in. wide and 10 in. long with a minimum 2 in. curve when measured from the front most part of rolled edge.

Note: Both types must be able to support the weight of the front end when checked with a jack. Maximum ground clearance not to exceed 2 in. with front tires in normal operating position.

VI. CLASSES

STOCK OFF THE LAWN: (900 lbs.)

Stock Off The Lawn is intended for youth. Ages 5 years old and up to and including 16 years of age shall be in this class. Children ages 5 – 8 years old must have a parent or legal guardian’s CLOSE SUPERVISION ON THE TRACK during duration of pull attempt. Movement up to another class is allowed, however, said move shall be PERMANENT and NON-REVERSIBLE.

A. Stock tractors only. No alterations or modifications allowed except for the following:

1. Tractor: Should be easily converted back to mowing capability.2. Exhaust: May run a straight pipe. Must discharge vertically upward.3. Wheelie Bars: Are suggested but not mandatory.4. Hitch Point Height: Will be no greater than 10”.5. Tires: Maximum tire size is 23”x10.50”x12”. Turf type tread only. No cutting of tread.6. All original safety shields and guards must be in place.7. Maximum governed rpm is 3600 at no load.8. Read and follow all rules that apply in Sections I-V and VII.

STOCK: (up to 8HP 900 lbs.) (up to 12.5 HP 1050 lbs.)

OPEN STOCK: (up to 16HP 1050 lbs.)

SPORT STOCK: (up to 20 HP 1050 lbs.)

A. CHASSIS

Stock and Open Stock tractors must utilize the original transaxle and chassis for make and model of tractor being used. Length of chassis and original wheel base may not change. Garden tractor transaxle for Sports Stock tractors need not be original to chassis being used. Length of wheelbase may not exceed 52”. Non-stock hood, grill and modification to chassis (notching) to accept engine being used on Stock, Open Stock and Sports Stock tractors permitted. Front weights including weight booms may not extend more than 7’ ahead of the center line of the rear axle. Open stock and sport stock tractors must also have a rear kill switch. All tractors must have wheelie bars and a fire extinguisher. Maximum hitch height is 13”. See Section V. EQUIPMENT AND GENERAL SAFETY.

B. ENGINE

Limited to any mass-produced stock LAWN AND GARDEN 4-stroke, flat head, overhead valve, overhead cam, air or liquid-cooled gasoline engine. Engine need not be original to chassis being used. No professional pulling, racing, or aftermarket engines. Only stock over the counter replacement parts allowed. No alterations or modifications except for the following: .030” over

original bore, non-stock cam, points, exhaust manifold, air cleaner, starter and fuel pump allowed. Porting and polishing to intake and exhaust ports allowed in sport stock class only. Maximum governed RPM is 4000 at no load for stock classes. Maximum governed RPM is 4500 at no load for open stock and sport stock classes. Billet steel and Billet aluminum flywheels allowed in open stock and sport stock classes. No welding of fins. Pump/race gasoline only. No additives except lead substitute. No oxygen creating fuel.

C. DRIVELINE

Non-stock components to clutch, driveline and stock-appearing garden transaxle assembly allowed. Maximum tire size 26”x12.00”x12”. Bar/ag. Tires are allowed. Tires available directly from any manufacturer with a double cut design for competition use are not allowed. Cutting, grinding and shaving of tires permitted.

D. SHIELDING

All flywheels, clutches, drive shafts, universal joints, belts and pulleys must be shielded. Flywheel and clutch must be shielded 360 degrees. Driveshaft and universal joints must be shielded the full length top and sides. Belt(s) must be shielded top 180 degrees. Original factory shielding for chassis being used is allowed as long as all requirements are met. Homemade shielding permitted. Must be 1/8” steel or 3/16” aluminum.

N.Q.S.NATIONAL QUARTER SCALE PULLERS

Central New York Garden Tractor Pullers Association Inc. strives to promote and include all NQS classes at our events. Listed below are NQS classes we have slightly adjusted to fit our needs in our general pulling area.

CLASSES:

1. PRO/SUPER/TWIN CLASS (PST) – CNYGTPA, INC. version

NQS 1050 lb. PRO-STOCK. (Pro-Stock block) 1.2 “ carburetor, 13” hitchNQS 1025 lb. PRO-STOCK. (Pro-Stock block) Open carburetion/fuel injection, 13” hitchNQS 1050 lb. 39 Cubic Inch V-TWIN. 1.2” carburetor, 13” hitch

2. NQS STOCK ALTERED – CNYGTPA, INC. version

NQS 1050 lb. STOCK ALTERED. 1” carburetor, 13” hitchNQS 1000 lb. 30 CUBIC INCH. Open carburetion/fuel injection, 13” hitch

These rules can be changed in order to promote fairness at anytime during the current season.

PLEASE NOTE: All other NQS general rules apply. Go to www.midwestsupercub.net.

Any NQS competitor(s) wishing to compete in an NQS class or classes not currently listed above, please contact Greg Hurley, President, at home (315) 597-8950 or cell (315) 871-9078. We are sure we can include said classes at our events. As always, we look forward to and encourage your participation with our organization.

1500 LB. HYDRO

A. CHASSIS

Homemade chassis allowed. Maximum length is 6’ from center of rear axle to furthest point forward. Maximum width is 4’. Front tires must track within the tread of the rear tires. Engine may not be used as the primary support structure of the frame. Hoods and grills are optional. Wheelie bars, rear kill switch, and fire extinguisher required. Maximum hitch height is 13”. See Section V. EQUIPMENT AND GENERAL SAFETY.

B. ENGINE

1500 lb. Hydro tractors are limited to one 4 stroke internal combustion engine with no more than 8 cylinders and 375 cubic inch maximum displacement plus .030” overbore. All 6 and 8 cylinder engines are push rod type only. No overhead cams allowed. Cylinder heads are limited to 1 spark plug, 1 intake valve and 1 exhaust valve per cylinder. 4-cylinder engines with multiple intake and exhaust valves along with overhead cams allowed. All engine blocks may be water or air cooled; cylinder heads and engine blocks are cast aluminum or cast iron. All engines are naturally aspirated using 1 carburetor. Pump/race gasoline, alcohol only; no additives except lead substitute and no oxygen-creating fuel.

C. DRIVELINE

All drive shafts must be solid steel and a minimum of 1” diameter. Power from engine must be transmitted through a stock appearing, mass produced, factory manufactured Garden Tractor Hydro Transaxle assembly to drive the rear wheels. RPM of hydraulic pump may not exceed RPM of engine; must be 1:1 drive, no over or under drives allowed. Maximum tire size is 26”x12.00”x12”. Bar/Ag tires allowed. Tires available directly from any manufacturer with a double cut design for competition use are not allowed. Cutting, grinding, and shaving of tires permitted.

D. SHIELDING

1. Engines must be shielded from the bottom of the block to the bottom of the head, extending the complete length of the block and on both sides of the block. Shielding must be a minimum of 1/16” steel or 1/8” aluminum. Shield must be attached to the chassis/hood in a secure manner at both top and bottom. Attaching a shield solely to the engine shall not meet the minimum requirements. Solid frame rails may serve as part or all of shield, provided that it covers the area of block casting.

2. All drive shafts and U-joints must be completely shielded 360 degrees with a minimum 3/16” steel or ¼” aluminum. The distance between the shield and the drive shaft U-joint assembly may not exceed 1” in any direction.

3. The hydrostatic pump must be shielded the complete length of the pump 360 degrees with a minimum 3/16” steel ¼” aluminum or with an approved scatter blanket. Solid frame rails and chassis sheet metal are allowed for shielding pump as long as all requirements are met.

4. The circumference of the starter ring gear must be completely shielded with minimum 3/16” steel or ¼” aluminum. The exposed face of the starter ring gear must be shielded with minimum 1/8” steel or 3/16” aluminum.

1250 LB. SPORTSMAN

A. CHASSIS

Homemade chassis allowed. Maximum length is 8’ from center of rear axle to furthest point forward. Maximum width is 4’. Front tires must track within the tread of the rear tires. Engine may not be used as primary support structure of the frame. Hoods and grills are optional. Wheelie bars, rear kill switch, and fire extinguisher required. Maximum hitch height is 13”. See Section V. EQUIPMENT AND GENERAL SAFETY.

B. ENGINE

Any engine or combination of multiple engines allowed. Engine(s) must be 2 or 4-stroke piston type and run on gasoline only. Maximum combined displacement of engine(s) is 1,000 cc. plus .030” overbore. Engine(s) are naturally aspirated. Open carburetion, fuel injection permitted. Pump/race gasoline only. No additives except lead substitute. No oxygen-creating fuel.

C. DRIVELINE

Unlimited driveline. All drive shafts and jack shafts must be solid steel and a minimum of 1” in diameter. Maximum tire size is 26”x12.00”x12”. Professional pulling tires allowed. Cutting, grinding and shaving of tires permitted.

D. SHIELDING

1. Centrifugal clutch sheaves (both primary and secondary) must be completely shielded radially, 360 degrees with a minimum 1/8” steel or 3/16” aluminum. Shield must be wider than the clutch assembly and be securely mounted. This shielding may be incorporated with the belt shielding.

2. All drive shafts must have securely fastened round metal loops shielding the drive shaft. Maximum distance of 12” between loops; minimum of 2 loops. The 360 degree loops must be a minimum of 3/16” steel or 1/4” aluminum, 3/4” wide, and not more than 1” from the drive shaft in any direction. It is acceptable to use a tube, 3/16” steel or ¼” aluminum to meet the above requirements.

3. All U-joints must be shielded 360 degrees with 3/16” steel or 1/4” aluminum. The minimum length of the shield must be at least 1/2” longer than the U-joint assembly and no more than 1” away from the U-joint assembly in any direction.

4. All drive chains and drive belts must be shielded top 180 degrees with a minimum 1/16” steel or 1/8” aluminum. Shield must be wider than chain or belt.

5. Jackshafts must be shielded top and sides with a minimum of 1/8” steel or 1/4” aluminum.

6. Solid frame rails, and chassis sheet metal are allowed to shield chains, belts, and jackshafts as long as all minimum requirements are met.

1350 LB. MODIFIED

1600 LB. SUPER MODIFIED

A. CHASSIS

Homemade chassis allowed. Maximum length is 8 ft. from center of rear axle to furthest point forward. Maximum width is 58” for modified and 72” for super modified. Front tires must track within the tread of the rear tires. Engine may not be used as the primary support structure of the frame. Hoods and grills are optional. Wheelie bars, rear kill switch and fire extinguisher required. Maximum hitch height is 13”. See Section V. EQUIPMENT AND GENERAL SAFETY.

B. ENGINE

Any engine or combination of multiple engines allowed. Engine(s) must be 2 or 4-stroke piston type and run on one of the following fuels: gasoline, alcohol or diesel. Total maximum combined displacement of engine(s) is 2.3 liter plus .030” over bore for modified class, and 2.55 liter plus .030” over bore for super modified class. Open carburetion, fuel injection permitted. One single stage turbocharger allowed on diesel engines only. No supercharging, oxygen-creating fuel or additives except lead substitute.

C. DRIVELINE

Unlimited driveline. All drive shafts must be solid steel and a minimum of 1” in diameter. Maximum tire size is 26”x12.00”x12” for modified class, 31”x15.5”x15” for super modified class. Professional pulling tires allowed. Cutting, grinding and shaving of tires permitted. No tire repairs (boots, section repair, vulcanized spots, etc.) will be allowed.

D. SHIELDING

1. Automotive engines must be shielded from the bottom of the block to the bottom of the head, extending the complete length of the block and on both sides of the block. Shielding must be a minimum of 1/16” steel or 1/8” aluminum. Shield must be attached to the chassis/hood in a secure manner at both top and bottom. Attaching shield solely to the engine shall not meet the minimum requirements. Solid frame rails may serve as part or all of shield, provided that it covers the area of block casting.

2. Tractors with automatic transmissions must have an SFI approved flex plate safety shield. Top center area of automatic transmission must also be shielded with an SFI approved transmission shield. SFI approved scatter blanket is allowed as long as area listed above is completely shrouded. Tractors with manual transmissions must shield clutch and flywheel 360 degrees with an SFI approved blow-proof bell housing. Once a bell housing has contained a clutch explosion, it must be replaced.

3. Centrifugal clutch sheaves (both primary and secondary) must be shielded radially, 360 degrees with a minimum 1/8” steel or 3/16” aluminum. Shield must be wider than the clutch assembly and be securely mounted. This shielding may be incorporated with the belt shielding.

4. All Drive shafts must have securely fastened round metal loops shielding the drive shaft. Maximum of 12” between loops; minimum of 2 loops. The 360 degree loops must be a minimum of 3/16” steel or 1/4” aluminum, 3/4” wide, and not more than 1” from the shaft in any direction. It is acceptable to use a tube, 3/16” steel or 1/4” aluminum to meet the above requirements.

5. Jackshafts must be shielded top and sides with a minimum of 1/8” steel or 1/4” aluminum.

6. All U-joints must be shielded 360 degrees with 3/16” steel or 1/4” aluminum. The minimum length of the shield must be at least 1/2” longer than the U-joint assembly and no more than 1” away from the U-joint assembly in any direction.

7. All drive chains and drive belts must be shielded top 180 degrees with a minimum 1/16” steel or 1/8” aluminum. Shield must be wider than chain or belt.

8. Solid frame rails and chassis sheet metal are allowed to shield chains, belts and jackshafts as long as all minimum requirements are met.

9. All turbo chargers not under the hood must be completely shielded with 1/16” steel or 1/8” aluminum except for the inlet and exhaust pipes.

10. All radiator fans must be shielded radially 360 degrees with 1/16” steel or 1/8” aluminum. This rule does not apply to electric fans.

1850 LB. V8 MODIFIED

A. CHASSIS

Homemade chassis allowed. Maximum length is 8 ft. from center of rear axle to furthest point forward. Maximum width is 6 ft. Front tires must track within the tread of the rear tires. Engine may not be used as primary support structure of the frame. Hoods and grills are optinal. Wheelie bars, rear kill switch and fire extinguisher required. Maximum hitch height is 13”. See Section V. EQUIPMENT AND GENERAL SAFETY.

B. ENGINE

1850 lb. modified tractors are limited to one 4-stroke internal combustion engine with no more than 8 cylinders and 410 cubic inch maximum displacement. Cast iron block, single camshaft, push rod type engine only. Cast iron, cast aluminum cylinder heads using one spark plug, one intake and one exhaust valve per cylinder only. Engines are naturally aspirated using one carburetor. Pump/race gasoline only. No additives except lead substitute and no oxygen-creating fuel.

C. DRIVELINE

Unlimited driveline. All drive shafts must be solid steel and a minimum of 1” in diameter. Maximum tire size is 31”x15.5”x15”. Professional pulling tires allowed. Cutting, grinding and shaving of tires permitted. No tire repairs (boots, section repair, vulcanized spots, etc.)will be allowed.

D. SHIELDING

1. Automotive engines must be shielded from the bottom of the block to the bottom of the head, extending the complete length of the block and on both sides of the block. Shielding must be a minimum of 1/16” steel or 1/8” aluminum. Shield must be attached to the chassis/hood in a secure manner at both top and bottom. Attaching shield solely to the engine shall not meet the minimum requirements. Solid frame rails may serve as part or all of shield, provided that it covers the area of block casting.

2. Tractors with automatic transmissions must have an SFI approved flex plate safety shield. Top center area of automatic transmission must also be shielded with an SFI approved transmission shield. SFI approved scatter blanket is allowed as long as area listed above is completely shrouded. Tractors with manual transmissions must shield clutch and flywheel 360 degrees with an SFI approved blow-proof bell housing. Once a bell housing has contained a clutch explosion, it must be replaced.

3. All Drive shafts must have securely fastened round metal loops shielding the drive shaft. Maximum of 12” between loops; minimum of 2 loops. The 360 degree loops must be a minimum of 3/16” steel or ¼” aluminum, ¾” wide, and not more than 1” from the shaft in any direction. It is acceptable to use a tube, 3/16” steel or ¼” aluminum to meet the above requirements.

4. All U-joints must be shielded 360 degrees with 3/16” steel or ¼” aluminum. The minimum length of the shield must be at least ½” longer than the U-joint assembly and no more than 1” away from the U-joint assembly in any direction.

5. All radiator fans must be shielded radially 360 degrees with 1/16” steel or 1/8” aluminum. This rule does not apply to electric fans.

VII. PULLING DAY PROCEDURES

1. Each contestant will draw a number for pulling positions, pay entry fees and club dues if not previously paid. All tractors have an assigned number. All entries must be in one-half hour before designated event start time.

2. If a competitor arrives after registration closes, he/she will be entered last in the lineup. It is the competitor’s responsibility to arrive on time to register before registration closes.

3. Each puller will have 3 minutes to get hooked to the sled after being directed to do so by an official. If a puller has mechanical problems, he/she may drop to last position if the problem is VERIFIED BY A TRACK OFFICIAL.

4. If a competitor wishes to spot the weight transfer sled, he/she must do so before the sled returns to the starting line.

5. All pull attempts must start from a tight hitch. Intentional jerking of the chain/sled at anytime during the pull attempt will be grounds for disqualification.

6. The pull attempt shall be considered over when the forward motion of the sled stops.

7. Tractors must be stopped safely upon signal from the track flagman.

8. A full pull is declared only when the front leading edge of the weight transfer sled crosses the full pull line.

9. Only one official pull is allowed per tractor, per class, unless a tie is declared for any position.

10. The first competitor in each class will be the test puller, and he/she will have the option of accepting their first attempt or returning for a second hook. If the weight transfer sled is adjusted at any time during the class in session, the class will start over beginning with the original test puller.

11. Tractors must remain within the boundary lines of the track, or they will be disqualified. The weight transfer sled may go out of bounds without the competitor being disqualified.

12. A tractor is out of bounds when it touches the marked boundary line.

13. There are no boundary lines beyond the full pull line.

14. There will be no false starts in the event of a pull off.

15. Power shifting allowed. Pull chain on sled must remain tight when power shifting occurs.

16. The false start line for Stock Off The Lawn, all Stock classes, Open Stock, Sportstock and all N.Q.S. classes is 50’. The false start line for Sportsman, Hydro, Modified, Super Modified and V-8 Modified is 100’.

17. All competitors will immediately be given a second attempt if they go out of bounds or attempt to stop BEFORE CROSSING THE FALSE START LINE.

18. Only the test puller will be allowed a second attempt if they go out of bounds after crossing the false start line.

19. Excessive loss of fluid on the track before or during a pull attempt will result in disqualification. Excessive loss of fluid will be determined by track official.

20. A competitor WILL NOT BE DISQUALIFIED if they go out of bounds, lose any ballast, shields, or safety equipment after the track official waves the red flag.

21. Exhibition tractors will be allowed to enter two classes at any given event. Rules for classes

must closely match specifications for the exhibition tractor being entered. Exhibition tractors will pull in the last position, and no prize money or points will be awarded. All general and safety rules apply.

22. There will be no entry fee refunds after the event starts. Exceptions to this rule are mechanical breakage before a competitor is scheduled to pull, a family emergency, or the event is terminated for any reason. It is the competitor’s responsibility to collect any refunds owed to them before they leave the event site.

23. Prize money will be awarded at the end of the event. It is the competitor’s responsibility to collect any awards they may have earned before they leave the event site.

24. Any prize money not collected at the end of an event will be considered a donation to CNYGTPA, Inc.

25. All tractors must weigh out immediately after an official pull, with the exception of ties/full pulls, which may require another hook. After the final pull, weigh-out is mandatory. Failure to do so will result in a disqualification.

26. Class jumping is allowed but will be limited as follows. A tractor can only move UP TO THE NEXT level of competition that the tractor is officially assigned to. The maximum number of classes a tractor can enter at any one event is four. Official(s) reserve the right to not allow class jumping at any event for reasons deemed necessary.

27. No consumption of alcoholic beverages in the track area or pit area either before or during the pull event. If the officials believe any driver to be a potential safety hazard because of such consumption or for any other valid reason, said driver may be barred from the pull.

28. Verbal and/or physical abuse of any Track Official will not be tolerated. Said offender forfeits any and all entry fees, winnings and points for that pull, if applicable, and will be asked to leave immediately. Further violation will result in removal and/or ban from the club and all future events.

29. If a competitor is tech. for r.p.m. legality AFTER an official pull attempt, said competitor will be allowed at that time only without disqualification a 4% tolerance over the maximum legal r.p.m. limit for the class being entered.

However, PRIOR to any competitor making an official pull attempt , the maximum legal r.p.m. limit for the class being entered will be strictly enforced WITHOUT the 4% tolerance being allowed. This rule only applies to classes that require a governed r.p.m. limit.

Please note:

Stock Off The Lawn (3600 r.p.m. +4%=3744 r.p.m.)8 H.P. Stock, 12.5 H.P. Stock (4000 r.p.m. +4%=4160 r.p.m.)16 H.P. Open Stock 20 H.P. Sportstock (4500 r.p.m. +4%=4680 r.p.m.)

30. All competitors will be given a 5 lbs. allowance over the maximum legal limit for the class entered at the time of weigh out only.

31. The Board of Directors and the general membership agrees from this date (JANUARY 1, 2012) forward to not change, alter or revise any rules regarding chassis, engine, or driveline for all classes for the next three years from the date listed above.

32. The pull is to be governed by the officials running said event, WITH ALL DECISIONS FINAL.

33. READ ALL SECTIONS OF THIS RULE BOOK, AND FOLLOW ALL RULES THAT APPLY.

CLASS ORDER

CLASS TIRE SIZE WEIGHT (lbs.)

1. 12.5 HP Stock 4000 RPM 26” x 12.00” x 12” 1050

2. 20 HP Sport Stock 4500 RPM 26” x 12.00” x 12” 1050

3. NQS Pro/Super/Twin (PST) – CNYGTPA version 26” x 12.00” x 12” See rules

4. 8 HP Stock 4000 RPM 26” x 12.00” x 12” 900

5. Stock Off The Lawn 3600 RPM (turf tire) 23” x 10.50” x 12” 900

6. Hydro 26” x 12.00” x 12” 1500

7. 16 HP Open Stock 4500 RPM 26” x 12.00” x 12” 1050

8. NQS Stock Altered – CNYGTPA version 26” x 12.00” x12” See rules

9. Sportsman 26” x 12.00” x 12” 1250

10. 12.5 HP Stock 4000 RPM 26” x 12.00” x 12” 1050

11. NQS Pro/Super/Twin (PST) – CNYGTPA version 26” x 12.00” x 12” See rules

12. 20 HP Sport Stock 4500 RPM 26” x 12.00” x 12” 1050

13. Hydro 26” x 12.00” x 12” 1500

14. Stock Off The Lawn 3600 RPM (turf tire) 23” x 10.50” x 12” 900

15. 8 HP Stock 4000 RPM 26” x 12.00” x 12” 900

16. 16 HP Open Stock 4500 RPM 26” x 12.00” x 12” 1050

17. NQS Stock Altered – CNYGTPA version 26” x 12.00” x 12” See rules

18. Sportsman 26” x 12.00” x 12” 1250

19. 2.3 Liter 4 Cylinder Modified 26” x 12.00” x 12” 1350

20. 2.5 Liter 4 Cylinder Super Modified 31” x 15.5” x 15” 1600

21. 410 Cubic Inch V-8 Modified 31” x 15.5” x 15” 1850

22. 2.3 Liter 4 Cylinder Modified 26” x 12.00” x 12” 1350

23. 2.5 Liter 4 Cylinder Super Modified 31” x 15.5” x 15” 1600

24. 410 Cubic Inch V-8 Modified 31” x 15.5” x 15” 1850

CENTRAL NEW YORK GARDEN TRACTOR PULLERS ASSOCIATION, INC.

POINT SERIES

1. All competitors must pay club dues, register tractor to be entered before any points can be awarded.

2. All points will be awarded to the tractor entered.

3. Points for both divisions of each class of tractor will be combined for point total.

4. Legality of a competing tractor must be established before any points can be awarded.

5. No exhibition tractors will be allowed to earn points or receive prize money.

6. In order for an official C.N.Y.G.T.P.A. Inc. class to qualify for the point series, said class must have no less than 2 tractors registered at a sanctioned event.

7. These requirements are mandatory at no less than half of the scheduled events for the current season.

8. If during an official pull attempt a competitor is disqualified for any reason, all points earned at that event will be lost for class entered.

9. If after an official pull attempt a tractor is found to be illegal, all points earned at that event will be lost for class entered.

10. If after an official pull attempt during the current season a tractor is found to be guilty of a second offense for any reason, all points accumulated up to that time may be lost for class entered.

11. Points will not be tallied at special events pulls such as tech. and tune pulls or fun day pulls.

12. The C.N.Y.G.T.P.A. Inc. Board of Directors reserves the final authority to settle any questions or disputes regarding points awards.

CENTRAL NEW YORK GARDEN TRACTOR PULLERS ASSOCIATION, INC.

POINTS AWARDS

The C.N.Y.G.T.P.A. Inc. shall award points in the following manner:

1st 15 place points + 15 hook points = 30 points2nd 14 place points + 15 hook points = 29 points3rd 13 place points + 15 hook points = 28 points4th 12 place points + 15 hook points = 27 points5th 11 place points + 15 hook points = 26 points6th 10 place points + 15 hook points = 25 points7th 9 place points + 15 hook points = 24 points8th 8 place points + 15 hook points = 23 points9th 7 place points + 15 hook points = 22 points10th 6 place points + 15 hook points = 21 points11th 5 place points + 15 hook points = 20 points12th 4 place points + 15 hook points = 19 points13th 3 place points + 15 hook points = 18 points14th 2 place points + 15 hook points = 17 points15th 1 place point + 15 hook points = 16 points

If the end of the season points race results in a tie, it will be broken by comparing the number of 1st place finishes during the season. If a tie still exists, 2nd place finishes, 3rd place finishes, etc., will be counted until the tie is broken.

CENTRAL NEW YORK GARDEN TRACTOR PULLERS ASSOCIATION, INC.PROTEST PROCEDURE

1. A tear down protest consists of a deposit of $100.00 for the first item, $50.00 for each additional item in question. This deposit shall be made at the time of protest. Protest may be made by anyone competing in the same class as the tractor in question.

2. Verbal protest must be made within 5 minutes after the end of the class in question. This must be followed by the formally written protest which must be delivered to an official within 30 minutes. The protest must specifically identify the nature of the violation. Forms are to be made available by CNYGTPA. The protested tractor can be entered in other classes at that event before submitting to be checked. If the protested tractor owner/driver will not submit to inspection, he/she will be considered illegal. An illegal tractor must be proven legal before being allowed to compete again.

3. The item(s) in question to be checked for legality on the protested tractor must FIRST be checked on the competitor’s tractor who submitted the protest. If said tractor is found to be illegal, the tear down procedure stops and the protested tractor will not be checked. All protest fees deposited and all prize money, if awarded to the protestee, will be forfeited back to CNYGTPA. If the protestees tractor is found to be legal, the protested tractor will then be torn down.

4. For each protested item found to be legal, the protester shall forfeit the corresponding deposit. If said tractor is illegal, the owner will forfeit all winnings, points and entry fees of the day for all classes that the tractor would be in violation. The deposit for all items proven illegal will be returned to the protester.

5. Tear down is by owner or owner’s mechanic. At the request of the owner of the tractor in question, this process may be completed with the only witnesses being the owner, owner’s mechanic and the official.

6. Protests must be addressed at the event in question. Even if the situation cannot be resolved at said event, all relevant data (including photos if applicable) must be collected prior to the tractor in question leaving the event site.

7. A second sustained protest against either owner or driver within a 3-year time can result in up to a 1-year suspension from time of second protest plus a loss of accumulated points.

CENTRAL NEW YORK GARDEN TRACTOR PULLERS ASSOCIATION, INC.

CURRENT ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEES

Adult Competing $30.00Minor Competing $25.00Associate Member (non-voting) $25.00Family $45.00

ONE EVENT MEMBERSHIP FEES (all non-voting)

Adult Competing $15.00Minor Competing $10.00Associative Member $10.00Family $20.00

ENTRY FEES

Stock off the lawn $8.00 per classExhibition $5.00 per classAll other classes $10.00 per class

PAY OUT SCHEDULE

Stock off the lawn: 1st – Ribbon 2nd – Ribbon3rd – Ribbon

ALL OTHER CLASSES

Classes with 5 or more tractors: 1st - $20.002nd - $15.003rd - $10.004th - $ 5.00

Classes with 4 tractors: 1st - $15.002nd - $10.00

Classes with 3 tractors: 1st - $15.002nd - $ 5.00

Classes with 2 tractors: 1st - $10.00

Classes with 1 tractor: 1st - $ 5.00

Exhibition Tractors: None

CENTRAL NEW YORK GARDEN TRACTOR PULLERS ASSOCIATION, INC.

2014

OFFICERS

President: Greg Hurley

Vice President: Bill Anderson

Secretary/Treasurer: Jill Henry

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Chairman: Greg Hurley

Board Members: Hal MonellAl WaldronMark SpinglerRich WhiteBill HansonRod HenryDave WhiteSteve ButtsLarry Shaffer

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CALL:

Greg Hurley: (315) 597-8950 or (315) 871-9078Bill Anderson: (315) 408-8336