GENERAL RULES

2008PRO SERIES RULES & SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL RULES RED TEXT DESIGNATESCHANGES FOR 2008

1: All General rules and procedures in this book apply to allclasses within RC Pro. Contradictions may

occur within these rules by another rule in a specific class.The class specific rule will apply.

2: No person attending an RC Pro event will have any claim fordamages, expenses, lawsuits, or

otherwise against a promoter, track operator, RC Pro, itsofficials, agents, or employees, resulting from

any damage to any car, personal injury, or monetary loss of anykind whatsoever. All attendants waive

any claim they may have against a promoter, track operator, orRC Pro, when they participate in any

event being run under these rules.

3: Any driver, or pit crew, is required to wear closed toeshoes at all times while in the racing area.

4: Driver meetings prior to each event is mandatory. Rules,procedures, and race formats will be

discussed during this meeting. A one-lap penalty may be assedto any driver who does not attend the

meeting.

5: Registered drivers are the only ones who are allowed tocompete under that name. In other words,

drivers cannot have stand in drivers for them for any reason.

6: All drivers are responsible for the actions of his pit crew.

7: Spectator safety is a major concern and must be consideredwhen laying out

Tracks. Ample space to stop a car must be provided between thetrack area, and the spectator areas,

and any area accessible to spectators, drivers, officials, orpit crews. Track barriers must be securely

fastened so that contact by a car or individual will not causethem to fall. Track barriers must be in good

working condition and have no sharp or abrupt edges. Nothingmay be placed on a high-speed portion

of the track or at the end of a high speed straightaway, whichmay cause a car to launch off the track or

fly into any area where it may hurt spectators, or drivers.

8: It is the race directors responsibility to ensure thateveryone including spectators are in the

proper places and not in danger at any time.

9: Functioning portable UL approved 2-1/2 pound minimum, ABCrated dry chemical or halon fire

extinguishers, equipped with capacity gauges, must be in thepits and at trackside at all times.

10: Disqualification may be for a single class, the entireevent, or the entire racing season depending on

the level of deviation from the rules.

11: Any driver who is disqualified is required to leave theracing facility. There will be no refund of entry

fees to a disqualified racer.

12: Any of the following actions by a driver or his pit crewwill result in

Disqualification from the event:

a: Using non-authorized FCC frequency.

b: Not reporting to the inspection area when asked to do so.

c: Operating a car near the track that endangers others, orwhile a race is going on.

d: Drinking alcoholic beverages, use of illegal substances, orshowing evidence of being under the

influence of an illegal substance in the race area or pit area.

e: Taking part in a protest demonstration at any time anywhereon the racing premises.

f: Entering scoring areas or restricted areas withoutpermission.

g: Assaulting another individual.

h: Turning on a radio during a race with the purpose of harminganother driverâ€™s race.

13: The following may result in disqualification if the racedirector so sees fit:

a: Using any parts that do not comply with the rules.

b: Using improper language or actions with a race director.

c: Using a non-assigned frequency.

d: Allowing individuals to substitute for you in a race.

e: Ignoring a black flag.

f: Rough driving or intentional hacking.

14: Race Officials must witness and bring to the attention ofthe driver

before a penalty can be assessed. Track infractions may or maynot be announced during the race.

15: A driver that has been disqualified or penalized canprotest the decision of the Race Director to a

designated RC Pro Official at the event. The final decisionwill be made by the highest-ranking RC Pro

official.

16: If a driver is being protested and does not make his caravailable for inspection, will automatically

be disqualified.

17: In qualifying protests can only be made by a driver in thesame class. In the main events protests

can only be made by a driver in the same main. A protest mustbe in writing and must be accompanied

by a $30 fee per protest. Protests must be given to the RaceDirector within ten minutes of the race

being protested.

18: Unruly or unsportsmanlike conduct will not be tolerated.Individuals who cause any disturbance may

be disqualified and removed by the race director if he/she sosees fit.

19: First aid kits composed of individual packaged suppliesmust be available at the track or inside the

hobby shop, and the number for medical assistance should beposted near the main phone.

20: Race Directorâ€™s have the right to refuse any entry forvalid reason.

21: The race director may inspect any car at any time if forany reason there is a hazardous situation

suspected.

RACING AND PRACTICING CONDITIONS

22: Drivers are not allowed to drive or operate their carsinside, or outside the racing area while races

are being held to prevent frequency conflicts while races arebeing run.

23: A person, or another car may not push Cars across thefinish line. Cars must cross the finish line

under their own power. A driverâ€™s official time will be thetotal laps completed by his vehicle and the

total time elapsed from the starting time until the vehiclecrosses the finish line on the final lap. If the

final lap is not completed, the driver will be credited withthe number of full laps finished and the time

for those laps

24: The driver is scored, and not the car. A driver must racethe car teched and he used to qualify with.

Drivers or cars may not be changed

During qualifying or a main event.

25: Any material used to add weight to a car must be securelyfastened. If this weight falls off during

the coarse of a race, that car may be disqualified.

26: Before any driver is allowed onto the track, they mustcheck in with the race officials and give them

the driverâ€™s frequencies. Any changes in frequencies must beimmediately reported to the race

director.

27: Broken cars are to be removed from the track as soon aspossible. Work on the cars by corner

marshals is not allowed under any circumstance. If a car is brokenthen fixed by pitcrew, it must be

restarted from pit lane.

28: Any driver who is demonstrating rough driving,unsportsmanship, or is hazardous to other cars and

or people will be immediately black-flagged and may bedisqualified from the event.

29: If you receive a black flag during a race, you mustimmediately pull your car off the racing surface in

a safe manner. Again failure to do so may result indisqualification.

30: A black flag ruling may also be used at any time forabusive language to other drivers or race

officials.

31: In certain cases, warnings may be given. If any driverreceives three warnings that will result in an

automatic black flag.

32: Any driver that does not have complete control over hisvehicle must immediately pull his car off the

racing surface.

33: Any car that loses its body must pull off the track until apit crew can secure the body back onto the

car.

34: A driver practicing must have the appropriate frequencyclip on his radio. Frequency clips are not

allowed for any reason in the pit area and must stay inside theracing area.

35: Driverâ€™s must use assigned frequency. The Race Directoror a race official must approve any

frequency change.

36: If there are more than six drivers on 27 MHz in a main, theslowest will have to change to 75 MHz to

compete in that main event.

A driver who cannot or will not change will be forced toforfeit his right to run his main event.

37: In case of a frequency conflict, the driver with the lowestamount of points, or highest qualified

driver, has first choice.

TRACK RULES AND REGULATIONS

38: Barriers approximately 6" are to be used to divide alllanes of traffic. Such devices will not be

Higher than 8". They should be firmly secured to preventthem from moving during the corse of the

race.

39: A pit area will be provided on the outside of the primaryracing surface, where

Repairs are allowed. It must have a safety wall as noted in thein the barrier rule above.

40: A drivers stand will be provided that gives all drivers anequal view of the track.

A railing is required for any stand over 18" above theground.

41: A space for the handicapped must be provided either on, orseparate from the main driverâ€™s

stand.

EQUIPMENT RULES AND REGULATIONS

42: Radios used in RC Pro competition are limited to thefollowing channels:

27 MHz“Channels

1 through 6

75 MHz“Channels

61 through 90

2.4 GHz systems

43: All radios must conform to FCC rules.

44: Radios must have the ability to change frequencies. Atleast two sets of frequencies is required to

attend RC Pro events

45: Radios voltage is to be limited to the manufactures specifications.External transmitter battery packs

are not allowed.

46: Any radios operating more than two channels are notallowed(Except for in the Monster Truck

Classes). More than one function is allowed per device, but aservo is limited to one output shaft.

Reverse in competition is not allowed.

47: All race vehicles must be within the determined weight,height, and length requirements for each RC

Pro approved class found in this rulebook.

48: The use of traction control sensing devices, active suspensiondevices, and steering control are not

allowed.

49: Antennas must be flexible. Roll-over antennas are notallowed.

50: 2 or 3 speed transmissions are not allowed(Except for inthe Monster Truck Classes).

51: No hazardous or harmful material may be protruding anywhereoff of any racecar.

52: Any engine that is protested may only be torn down andinspected at the

end of the race.

53: Any wheel manufactured for competition may be used as longas it meets the class

specs. Wheels must be securely mounted to the vehicle at alltimes. Axles may not protrude more than

1/16" beyond the outer edge of the tire.

54: The wheel measurement is as follows:

Mounting bead:

this measurement is taken at the point where the tire beadmeets the wheel.

Maximum wheel diameter:

this is measured at the widest portion of the wheel.

55. Tires must be of one piece in circumference. No sectioningor piecing tires together. No spikes,

tubes, or additional items to be glued to the outside of tiresor passed through from the inside. Sidewall

lettering colors allowed. Only tires manufactured for aspecific class may be used. Must be rubber only

and available as a tire for that class. No tires created forother vehicle types even if they fit the

specifications will be allowed. Cutting or modifying the treadis allowed. Modifying the tire carcass in

anyway is prohibited.

56: Fuels may contain only methanol, nitro methane, and alubricant. Following additives are specifically

prohibited:

Hydrazine, hydrogen peroxide, propylene oxide, and toluene.

57: Fuel tanks are to be securely mounted.

58: Any carburetor may be used as long as long as they fitinside the specifications for that class.

Restrictors are allowed as long as they are securely fastenedin place. Throttle return springs are

requred on all vehicles.

59: Any type of bearings may be used.

60: No crimping of pipe outlet is allowed. See outlet sizeunder engine spec rules. In case of damaged

outlet pipe, the race director must approve repairs before thepipe can be used, and must still fit within

the specs.

61: Brakes in working condition on all cars is mandatory. Carsshould be able to sit still with the engine

still running, while the brakes are applied.

62: Exhaust pipes are also required on every car. The maximumsound level is 85 decibels, measured

at a ninety degree angle to the side of the car from a distanceof 30 feet, 3 feet above the ground, with

the car at maximum throttle and at all speeds.

63: Mufflerâ€™s must be round in shape and have a 90-degreeend.

64: An industrial quality digital caliper will be used to checkall engine specifications.

65: A car that loses its exhaust pipe will be black-flagged.

66: Variable exhaust timing, porting, or exhaust pipes withmoveable parts are not allowed.

66: Hydraulicsâ€™ of any kind are not allowed.

67: All engines must be available through hobby shops.

: Ceramic parts (piston and rod) are not allowed.

68: .12 Engine Specs:

Max. Displacement for .12 size = .129 ci., for .21 size = .214ci.

Max. carb bore for 12 = 5.5mm, for 21 = no limit.

Max. Crankshaft gas passage diameter for 12 size = 7.0mm, for21 = no limit

Max. Internal ports for 12 size = 4, for 21 size no limit.

Max. Muffler outlet pipe bore for 12 size = 5mm, for 21 size =8mm

Min. muffler outlet pipe length for 12 size = 15mm, for 21 size= 15mm

MonsterTruck

Scale - 1/10-1/8

Description:

To be a Monster Truck, the lowest point of the engine must sitat least 1.5" inches above the lowest

point along the front-back centerline when compressed (usuallythe "skid plates").

To tech questionable MTs, remove the wheels, place MT on flatsurface, compress the vehicle fully and

a ruler (or 1.5" gauge) could be used vertically tomeasure the engine above the surface. No flat chassis

(1/8 buggy style).

The following trucks are examples that fit within the abovedefinition: T (and S) -Maxxes, Savage, MGT,

Revo, TNX/TC, and LST providing no modifications have been madeto make the vehicle not meet the

Monster Truck rules.

Electric Monster Truck conforming to the rules of this class willbe allowed to participate. That means

they must meet the minimum weight. Electric trucks must make pitstops during mains. The appropriate

number to be determined at each event which will be equal to themajority of the stops required by the

nitro powered truck.

4 Stroke motors are legal. See the sizing chart below. Deiselfuel conversions are legal but must

conform to the engine, Db and fuel capacity rules.

Minimum track width - - - - - - - - - - - - - Continuous 10feet (same as 8th scales)

Wheel base - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Minimum 12inches

Wheelbase -------------------------------------- Maximum 16inches

Vehicle width maximum ---------- outside tire to outside tire----------- 19.5 inches

Transmission - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Must be multispeed gear reduction. Diffs inside the

transmission are allowed only. Front and rear brakes allowed.

Engine - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - .12ci to.28c

Motor -------------------------------------- Brushed or Brushlessmaximum 2 motors (mod or stock)

Carb ------------------------------------------------- No sizerestriction. Carb must mount securely to the

motor.

Exhaust ------------------------------------------- Pipes mustmeet the 85 decibel limit and have no movable

parts in them.

Minimum weight - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2 Stroke .12ci to.20.999ci Small blocks: OR 4 stroke .26 OR

Electric = 7lbs. 6 oz.minimum weight.

2 Stroke .21 to .28 Big blocks: 4 Stroke .40-.56 = 4300 grams(~9.5 pounds) minimum weight

Maximum weight for the safety of turn marshals------------------- 13 pounds 6 ounces

Power ------------------------------------- NIMH-NICD-Lipomaximum voltage 14.8v

Fuel Tanks - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Single fueltanks only.

Fuel Tank Volume Rule ----------------- Based on motor size..20999 or less will be limited to a maximum

of 150mililitres/cc ------------- .21 and over is limited to amaximum of 175mililitres/cc. This includes fuel

line from tank to carb and filter(s).

Bodies - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Truck orSUV (no buggy or car bodies allowed )

Bumpers - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Bumpers areoptional. If used, must not extend further than 1"

past the body on the front and rear.

Rear Spoiler/wing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A spoiler/wingis optional.

Skid Plates - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Skid Platesmust not extend further than 1" past the body on

the front and rear.

Wheels --------------------------------------------- Must bemanufactured for Monster Trucks.

Wheel Mounting -------------------------------- Wheel mounting- Must be securely mounted at all times.

Tires - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Must berubber only. No tires created for other vehicle types

even if they fit the specifications will be allowed. Cutting ormodifying the tread is allowed. Modifying

the tire carcass by sectioning or narrowing is prohibited. Dueto the varying sizes of wheels available for

Monster Trucks it IS legal to trim the mounting bead of a tireproduced for the Monster Truck class to

make it fit a Monster Truck rim. Example - Bowtie on a REVOwheel. All tire measurements reference

the carcass dimensions and does not include the tread depth orwidth.

Tire diameter- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Minimum -4.55" (mounted)

Tire width - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Minimum -2.25"(mounted)

Race lengths- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Qualifiers -5 to 10 minutes, Main events - 15 to 60 minutes

NOTES:

1. All Standard MT's will run in the same class. Bigblock/small block is no longer an issue, larger

displacement engines have a heavier minimum weight tocompensate.

2. If a truck is modified so it does not fit these rules itmust run in the Arena Truck Class. The RC Pro

official will make the final decision.

ArenaTruck Class

Scale -1/8

Description:

Any Monster Truck that does not 100% meet the MONSTER TRUCKspecifications while still meeting the

below guidelines will run in the Arena Truck Class.

Minimum track width - - - - - - - - - - - - - Continuous 10feet (same as 8th scales)

Wheel base - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Minimum 12inches

Wheelbase -------------------------------------- Maximum 16inches

Vehicle width maximum ---------- outside tire to outside tire----------- 19.5 inches

Transmission/diff - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Singlespeed direct drive (1/8 buggy) style driveline only.

Engine - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - .12ci to.28ci

Carb ------------------------------------------------- No sizerestriction. Carb must mount securely to the

motor.

Exhaust ------------------------------------------- Pipes mustmeet the 85 decibel limit and have no movable

parts in them.

Minimum weight - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7lbs. 6 oz.minimum weight

Maximum weight for the safety of turn marshals------------------- 13 pounds 6 ounces

Fuel Tanks - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Single fueltanks only no more than 150mililitres/cc. This

includes fuel line from tank to carb and filter(s).

Bodies - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Truck orSUV (no buggy or car bodies allowed )

Bumpers - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Bumpers areoptional. If used, must not extend further than 1"

past the body on the front and rear.

Rear Spoiler/Wing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A spoiler/wingis optional.