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Crate Late Model Rules

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2008 CRATE LATE MODEL RULES

UMP DIRTcar Late Model Rules will apply except in the specific areas outlined in this document.

UMP DIRTcar Pro Late Model Specifications in addition or replacing Super Late Model rule:


1.1 Body

a) Maximum Spoiler Height is 8 inches

1.11 Frame

a) No rear push-bars to extend beyond 6” (six inches) of rear quarter panel. 

1.21 Engine

a) All headers must be pointed away from ground, horizontal and preferably outside of car. Tri-Y headers are not allowed

B) GM Performance Parts 602 crate engine (Part #88958602) and the GM Performance Parts 604 crate engine (Part # 88958604) are the only two engines allowed to participate in any UMP DIRTcar Pro Late Model sanctioned event. All engines are sealed from the factory and such seals may not be removed, touched, modified or broken.

c) All Engines and and all components there of must be in original form as delivered from the factory. Any changes to the factory sealed delivered configuration and assembly will result in disqualification and no points awarded. No upgrades are allowed to any engine.

d) Any part that a sealing bolt has been tampered with and or removed will result in a $1000 fine, loss of points for the year, loss of winnings for the night.

e) Penalties may include, and not be limited to; a suspension of the car, driver, car owner, engine builder from all participation of any UMP DIRTcar, DIRTcar Northeast or World of Outlaw events. The car and/or driver will not be allowed to participate until fine has been paid in full.

This is considered to be a serious offense and will be treated as such.

f) Any participant (driver, car owner, engine builder)  caught with illegal parts within the sealing bolts on the engine will lose all points accumulated for the season, forfeit all earnings, forfeit said illegal parts and competitor will be banned from any/all future UMP DIRTcar Pro Late Model Sanctioned Events.

1.23 Fuel System
a) all cars must have fuel cells - 32 (thirty-two) gallons maximum capacity meeting SFI specifications.

b) Fuel cell must be completely enclosed in 18-gauge steel container. No aluminum allowed.

1.25 Weight

All cars using the GM Performance Parts #602 engine must weigh 2250lbs. at all times.

All cars using the GM Performance Parts #604 engine must weigh 2400lbs. at all times.

1.21 Carburetors

a) Any 750 CFM Carburetor or smaller.  Must have 1 11/16th base plate maximum. No exceptions. (Measured with go/no-go gauge)

b) 1” (one inch) Spacer maximum on Crate Engines. 1” is measured top to bottom of spacer including any gaskets that are between any parts of spacer on 2 piece spacers.

c) Please take time to check your plate. It is your responsibility to make sure its right. It is the Series responsibility to make sure its legal.

d) Spacer must not be more than 1” at any point. Not just around the edges

e) No spacer may protrude into intake.

f) One gasket allowed on top from carburetor to spacer. One gasket allowed from bottom of carb to intake.

g) Legal gaskets are standard gaskets only. (Completely up to the discretion of Official)

h) Two throttle springs strongly recommended!

I) Billet base plates may be used but cannot be taller than standard Holley base plate. (.570 maximum)

1.21 Oil Pump

a) Wet sump only.

b) No external oil pumps period. Even if considered “wet”:

c) Remote oil filter and lines permitted. (One) remote oil filter.

d) Oil cooler allowed. (One)

1.21 Distributor

a) No magnetos.

b) Electronic ignition allowed.

c) MSD type box allowed.

Series retains the right to change MSD boxes with any car at any time without notice.

1.21 No Electronic Water Pumps

1.21 No Vacuum Pumps

1.14 Drive Shaft

b) Two 1 1/2” (one and a half inch) 18-gauge steel drive shaft loops or sling is mandatory. 

c) Steel, aluminum or carbon fiber drive shafts are permitted. Drivers are encouraged to perform systematic checks on their drive train to help reduce maintenance-related driveshaft problems.

1.20 Tires

a) Hoosier Racing Tire WRS-2-55 and LM 40 are the only tires allowed or as amended by bulletin.

b) Mud plugs should be foam or bolted securely behind bead lock to the wheel. Any driver who loses a metal or plastic mud plugs on race track is subject to a $100.00 fine. 

c) Steel and aluminum wheels are permitted and must be mounted with lug nuts. Center lock wheels, carbon fiber wheels or plastic wheels are not permitted.

d) All wheels must fit template with 14” (fourteen inches) maximum width.

1.27 Shocks

a) Canister shock are not allowed

b) UMP Dirt car will impose a $200.00 shock claim and exchange. Promoter, Driver or UMP DIRTcar has the right to claim shock. If you turn down claim, you will lose all monies and points for that event.

1.28 Miscellaneous

a) SERIES DECALS AND PATCHES

1.1.   All participants shall display required decals as provided on decal verification sheet to be allowed to compete.

1.2.   Series Decal on both side of the car is mandatory, Drivers series patch mandatory to receive point fund distribution.

 To receive any contingency sponsorship awards, team must meet the requirements of the award such as; decals, patches, product use, product

b) Drivers last name in minimum 8 inch letters should be displayed under the cars number

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