fwd 4 cyl. Pony Stock Speed Tips,,,,

http://www.spartanspeedway.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=6

Speed Secrets & tricks
This is one of the message threads extracted from the older Spartan Speedway message board.
This is a collection of notes (along with links to other helpful sites on the internet) pertaining to getting the most from a 4 cylinder front-wheel drive Pony Stock race car.
WARNING: Some of this stuff may not be legal by the rules!

http://spartanspeedway.com/OldBoardStuff/PonySpeedSecrets.html

also here is a Rules thread,,,,

http://spartanspeedway.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=234

Spartan Speedway in lansing michigan has been running 4 cyl fwd cars the longest, and has the most equitable rules.

They even up the competiton between the 2 valve per cylinder cars and the 4 valve per cylinder cars in very simple, low cost, and easy to tech ways,

2 valve cars have are allowed a bigger engine ( 2.5 L)  and a bigger EXHAUST outlet ( 2 in OD), and weigh less( 100lbs)

4 valve cars (Neons)  have a Smaller engine ( 2.0 l) and a smaller exhaust outlet ( 1.5 in OD ) and weigh 100 lbs more.

PLUS all cars have to use NARROW street tires.

http://spartanspeedway.com/Info/rules2007/2007Rules19.php

SECTION 19
Spartan Speedway PONY STOCK RULES

  A. ELIGIBILITY
  B. BODIES & CHASSIS
  C. FUEL SYSTEMS
  D. SUSPENSION
  E. TIRES AND WHEELS
  F. TRANSMISSIONS
  G. BRAKES
  H. WEIGHT
  I. EXHAUST
  J. SAFETY

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Notice: These rules are set to provide for the new and inexpensive class for the novice driver. This class is designed to give the entry level person the opportunity to experience the thrill of racing. Any interpretations of the rules are left to the officials, whose decisions are final. Just because it is not written, does not mean you can do it. The two words to remember in this class are STOCK ONLY. In the event a car is deemed to have illegal parts the car is subject to being banned from all future race events at Spartan and Springport Motor Speedways. The driver is subject to loss of all points to date, all prize money for the night and suspension from property.

Notice: If you are considering building or purchasing a Pony Stock we highly recommend you receive pre-registration approval prior to doing so. There may be cars that have been permanently suspended from Spartan and Springport Speedways because of rule infractions.

Notice: Due to the many makes and models available for use, restrictions may be added to any specific make or model to maintain fair and equal competition.

A. ELIGIBILITY:

a) 4 cylinder front wheel drive.
b) No convertibles, trucks or two seat coupes.

c) No turbo, multi-carburetor, rotary, mid or rear engine, Cosworth, Neon ACR, Magnum, RT or engines with more than 8 valves. Exception: Single OHC, 2.0, 16 valve Neon - 1995 to 1999. Neons 2000 and up are limited to the 132hp base engine. Neons with DOHC engines and 150hp SOHC Magnum engines are NOT ALLOWED.

d) Factory stock fuel injection allowed.

e) Maximum engine size 2.5 L , NEONS 2.0 L

f) The use of O.E.M. or after market performance parts is not allowed.

B. BODIES & CHASSIS:
a) Must be stock and in stock locations.
b) No adjustable struts/shocks.

c) Neons - May replace the factory 8 mm right front hub with a 10 mm hub.

d) Body and frame must match the same make and model and year.

e) Must have full windshield (Lexan may be used) with all the other glass removed. Lexan quarter windows allowed.

f) Front and rear firewalls must be original and in stock locations.

g) All holes and openings in firewalls must be covered with metal.

h) Aluminum racing seats that are properly mounted are MANDATORY. (No fiberglass seats).

i) Dash must remain in stock location.

j) No mirrors.

k) Stock radiators mounted in stock location only.

l) The battery may remain in the original factory location provided it is in a safe location and securely mounted. If the battery is relocated, it may only be relocated to the trunk area. Batteries mounted in trunk must be secured by (2) two 1" metal straps. No batteries mounted in driver's compartment.

m) No pedal extensions.

n) Must have a battery kill switch mounted on "A" pillar.

o) Doors must be welded or bolted shut.

p) Interior door panels, upholstery and headliner must be removed.

q) Tube may be reinforced between cage and strut tower. A tube may also extend beyond the strut tower to the front, continued across the front and end at the opposite strut tower but may not compromise the original unibody construction. No non-factory tower to tower brace.

C. FUEL SYSTEMS:
a) Fuel tank to be mounted in trunk and secured with (2) two 1" metal straps (made for racing fuel cells are recommended). May run OEM plastic gas tank if it is located in front of rear axle, under floor pan, and is fully covered with a steel skid plate. Fuel lines must run below floor pan. Tanks that are mounted in the trunk must have protective hoop and 10" of ground clearance.
b) External electric fuel pumps allowed, but must be wired to oil pressure shut down switch.

D. SUSPENSION:
a) Must be factory stock and in stock location with no alterations and must match year, make and model. Camber RF maximum 8 degrees, all other corners maximum 2 degrees.
b) No modifications are allowed to any front or rear suspension part including (but not limited to) axle assemblies, k-frames or frame crossmembers, control arms, struts, and spindles. Control arm mounting points, k-frame and crossmember mounting points may not be modified or relocated.

c) Removal of stabilizer bars are allowed. Addition of stabilizer bars are allowed only if original factory equipment. If stabilizer bars are used, stock unaltered mountings and mounting parts must be used.

d) Stock appearing springs front and rear must be used. Extra heavy duty, aftermarket racing or performance springs are not allowed. Left and right must be equal, including number of coils, free length, etc. Only original factory rubber spacers may be used on top or bottom of springs. If spacers are used, left and right must match. No spacers of any kind are allowed between the coils. Spring coils must not be close to binding at a standstill. Vehicle must sit reasonably level, left to right, at a standstill.

e) Stock-type shocks and struts must be used. No aftermarket racing or performance struts or shocks allowed. Modifications to shocks, struts, mounting points, and upper and lower spring mounts are not allowed. Shocks and struts must be allowed to have full free travel up and down without binding. Mounting points must be stock.

E. TIRES AND WHEELS:
a) Steel wheels only, stock for that year, make and model.
b) Maximum width of 6" steel wheels only.

c) Any D.O.T. stamped tire. Max width P195, Neon 185 front (rear may be 195). Minimum 70 series (no 65, 60, etc. series). Minimum tread wear rating of 300.

d) All wheels and tires must be the same size, except LR may be different. Neon tires - Front must be maximum 185 and the same. Rear may be different.

F. TRANSMISSIONS:
a) Stock automatic only
b) Stock converter with no alterations.

c) Must have working forward and reverse gears.

G. BRAKES:
a) Must have 4 wheel hydraulic brakes in working order.

H. WEIGHT:
a) Minimum weight of 2350 lbs., (Neon 2450) post race with driver.
b) All added weight must be secured with two 1/2 inch bolts. Weight must be painted white with car number on it.

I. EXHAUST:
a) Must be stock from manifold back.
b) Catalytic converters must be removed.

c) A maximum 95 DB reading.

d) Maximum O.D. outlet size is 2" for the last 6", must exit behind driver and be fully visible. Neons to be 1.5" maximum O.D. System may not have leaks.

e) No exhaust leaks allowed.

J. SAFETY:
a) The roll cage must be of four post design with four driver's side door bars and three right side door bars. From front up right to rear upright and from top door bar to frame rail. A 1/8" steel plate is mandatory on driver's side door bars from front upright to rear upright and from top door bar to frame rail.
b) Driver's window must have approved window net.

c) Racing seat must be secured to roll cage with a minimum of six (6) 3/8" bolts.

d) Approved aluminum racing seat and mandatory.

e) All bars within driver's reach must be padded with approved safety and fire rating.

f) Steering wheel centers must be padded.

g) Quick release steering wheels are optional.

h) Quick release five (5) point safety belt with three (3) inch minimum belt width harness securely mounted to roll cage is mandatory. The belts must also contain the original certified date tag and must be less than 3 years old.

i) A 2 pound fire extinguisher in working order must be securely mounted and within driver's reach

j) All other required safety equipment and specifications are addressed in Section 4 of this rule book.

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Revised 3-27-07

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Heh...sounds like someone really wants to go mini stock racing!

Great info though.  Its probably gonna have to happen sooner or later.

Heh...sounds like someone really wants to go mini stock racing!

Great info though.  Its probably gonna have to happen sooner or later.

I think it is obvious that he is Spamming us...i dont know where the admin and other staff are to do something about it.

He's not spamming us, his info is actually relevant...As long as the 4-cylinders aren't incompatible with what's around (to a point) I'm not sure it can fail...