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2009 ODS LATE MODEL DIVISION RULES AND REGULATIONS 
Version ODSLM2009.A Effective 12/6/08 Rev. 5/19/09

The ODSLM division is Old Dominion Speedway’s premier division. The cars are to be prepared in accordance with the 2009 NASCAR Rule Book, section 20F, and any NASCAR Technical Bulletins released which affect the LMSC division. These rules are subject to amendment at any time when notice has been given. Notice shall be deemed effective within two (2) weeks of the rule amendment and posting of the rule change by Old Dominion Speedway (ODS).

NOTE: In an effort to reduce costs and improve competition for the 2008 season, ODS modified its 2007 LMSC and 2007 Grand Stock Rules and Regulations to permit cars in those divisions to race together in a track division known as “ODS Late Model.” Performance was monitored closely and adjustments made as necessary to achieve and maintain parity and over the course of the 2008 season cars with each of the four basic combinations of weight/engine/carburetor competed closely and won races.  For the 2009 season those two sets of rules are being merged into a single set of comprehensive rules for the ODS Late Model division.

Starting inversions for the ODS Late Model division will be based on the average number of points earned by qualified entries over the previous three (3) races. The winner of the last race will start in eighth position. The top qualifiers will then be inverted for the remaining positions with the entry with the highest average in seventh position, the next highest in sixth, and so on. If a qualifier missed one of the three previous events, the inversion calculation will assume win points for that event. 

1. Competing Car Models

Open to two door American made passenger car production sedans, 1997 through 2009, that are approved for competition by ODS. No trucks or station wagons allowed.

1.1 Approved Competition Models

Chevrolet: 1997 – 2009 Monte Carlo/Monte Carlo SS
Dodge: 2000 – 2004 Intrepid, 2005 - 2009 Charger 
Ford: 1998 – 2005 Taurus, 2006 - 2009 Fusion
Pontiac : 2000 – 2003 Grand Prix

2. General Body requirements

2.1 Car Body Measurements: Car body measurements must comply with NASCAR LMSC rule 20F-3.12 if the car make / year / body is legal for 2009 LMSC competition. Car body measurements must meet ODS dimensions for all other make / year / body cars eligible per these rules.

2.2 Spoilers: Spoilers and Front air dams must comply with NASCAR LMSC section 20F-3.1.

2.3 Windows, Lights, Mirrors: All cars must comply with NASCAR LMSC section 20F-3.2. This rule governs windshields, Rear Windows and Window Nets. A side-mounted rear view mirror may be installed.  

2.4 Dash Panel, Fire Walls, Doors, Fenders, Grilles, Hood, Roof, Rear Deck Lid and Bumper Covers must comply with NASCAR LMSC sections 20F3.3 thru 20F3.10. Flat Hoods Only.

2.5 Identification/Car Numbers: See ODS rules for ALL Divisions section 2.

3. Car Weight

3.1 Overall Car Weight: All cars must comply with NASCAR LMSC rule 20F-2.2. Built motor cars must meet a minimum weight of 3,050 pounds, with a minimum right side weight of 1,375 pounds. Crate motor cars must weigh a minimum of:

GM part #88958603, 2,950 pounds, with a minimum right side weight of 1,325 pounds

GM part #88958604, 3,000 pounds, with a minimum right side weight of 1,350 pounds

Ford part #M-6007-351S, 3,000 pounds, with a minimum right side weight of 1,350 pounds

3.2 Added Car Weight: See ODS rules for ALL Divisions section 1.2.

3.3 Car Weight After Competition: Cars must meet the above minimum overall and minimum right side weights after competition with the following after race weight allowance for fuel and fluids consumed. The weight allowance will be seven tenths (.70) pound per race lap with no tolerance. Half of this allowance will be for the right side weight requirement. In the event of twin races, the weight allowance requirements will apply to each race on an individual basis. Example: Twin 100 lap races, 3,000 pound car. After the first 100 lap race, the car’s minimum allowed weight is 2,930. After the second 100 lap race, the car’s minimum allowed weight is still 2,930 pounds.

3.4 Minimum car weight requirements may be changed with one-week notice to all competitors.

4. General Engine Requirements

4.1 The following engines are allowed:

Chevrolet – 350 CID small block V8

Ford – 351 CID Windsor small block V8 ( Cleveland is not allowed)

Dodge – 360 CID small block V8 
(Consult ODS Tech for Detailed Requirements and location)

4.2 Optional Crate Engine - GM part # 88958603 and #88958604 and Ford part # M-6007-351S are approved.  Crate engine seals will no longer be required or recognized due to the availability and use of counterfeit and “black market” seals by some engine builders.

4.2.1 Crate engines may be purchased by racers through the track or from a number of other sources.  All crate engines must meet track specifications to be permitted to race.  Any crate engine meeting track specifications may be allowed to race at the discretion of track officials but will be subject to a complete technical inspection at any time.  Any crate engine will be subject to being pulled and dyno-checked at any time at the discretion of track officials.

4.2.2 Cars running the optional crate engine are permitted to run different manufacturers engines in different manufacturers bodies.

4.2.3 All crate engines must run a Mel’s Ignition with an internal built-in rev limiter (maximum allowed is 6500 RPM). The coil must be mounted on the engine side of firewall as close as possible. No amplifier boxes permitted; no MSD boxes; no magnetos. Mel's Ignition is required.

4.2.4 Engines must remain as they come from the manufacturer, no changes permitted. Balancers must be original. Rocker arms cannot be changed. Timing covers MAY NOT be changed. Everything must be original. NO EXCEPTIONS.

4.2.5 Paragraphs 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10 apply.

4.3 Carburetor: Cars with a Late Model built motor must run a Holley 2300 two barrel carburetor list number 7448 (350 cfm). Cars with a Grand Stock built motor and any crate motor cars must run a Holley 500 HP two barrel carburetor, part number 080583-1 (500 cfm).  This carburetor must remain as manufactured. No modifications allowed to carburetor except as specified (500 HP specs attached as Addendum A).

4.3.1 No drilling or changing of any diameter of air bleeds, metering plate passages, throttle shafts, etc.

4.3.2 No swapping of metering plates. Diameter of holes is specified in attached Addendum A. Boosters must be in stock location.

4.3.3 Choke butterfly may be removed. When choke linkage is removed, all linkage mounting holes must be filled with epoxy.

4.3.4 All vacuum ports/outlets must be removed and plugged with steel plugs or epoxy.

4.3.5 Jets and power valves may be changed. Power valve must be used, No power valve block-off plugs allowed.

4.3.6 Carburetor Spacer: Solid aluminum, .750 inches thick, with two 1.5 inch diameter holes located in the center that match the carburetor. Spacer must comply with NASCAR LMSC Rule 20F-5.10.2

4.3.7 Any carburetor held for inspection may be impounded for the week and will be returned the following Saturday at the track upon competitor’s arrival if Carburetor is found to be legal.

4.4 Air Cleaner and Air Intake: Air cleaner must be round and may be centered or offset on the carburetor.  Paper style filter element only. No devices to control the flow of air within the air cleaner are allowed. Must comply with NASCAR LMSC section 20F-5.12.

4.5 Must use distributor that comes with engine from factory. Stock OEM style ignition is permitted.

4.6 Any engine listed above may be used in any eligible car

5. Detailed Engine Requirements

5.1 Engine Location: Chevrolet engine must be located so that the center of the No. 2 spark plug hole is in line with or no more than one (1) inch forward of the center of the right upper ball joint. Ford engine must be located so that the front face/edge of the right side cylinder head is in line with or no more than one (1) inch forward of the center of the right upper ball joint. Center of crankshaft must be located on centerline of frame/tread width. See NASCAR LMSC rule 20F-5.1.

5.2 Engine Height: Engine height will be a minimum of twelve (12) inches from crankshaft center at the front pulley to the ground, measured with driver. See NASCAR LMSC rule 20F-5.2.

5.3 Engine Mounts: Engine mounts must comply with NASCAR LMSC rule 20F-5.3

5.4 Engine Displacement: Engine displacement and engine stroke will be stock for the engine being used with a maximum allowable overbore of sixty thousandths (.060) of an inch.

5.5 Engine Block: The engine block must be a stock cast iron block with an OEM part number. No aftermarket, GM Performance, or Ford SVO / SVT racing type blocks allowed. No angle cutting of block deck.

5.5.1 Pistons: Pistons must be flat top aluminum with two (2) or four (4) valve reliefs permitted. Ring grooves must remain in the stock position.

5.5.2 Connecting Rods: Connecting Rods may be OEM stock rods. No lightning or polishing permitted. Stock rod length and journal diameter must be maintained. Piston pin must be in stock location. Must be same weight as stock.

Alternate connecting rods approved for use are Eagle Specialty Products:

Chevrolet - SIR5700BPLW (press fit), SIR5700BBLW (bushed) 
Ford - SIR5956FP (press fit), SIR5956FB (bushed).

5.5.3 Deck Height: Minimum piston to deck clearance is zero (0). Piston may not protrude above the block deck.

5.5.4 Oil Pan: Oil pan must comply with NASCAR LMSC rules 20F-5.5.4A and 5.5.4B

5.6 Cylinder Head: Approved cylinder head is a 2 valve, cast iron head:

Chevrolet: No aluminum or Vortec heads allowed. Only angle plug cast iron GM head permitted. Minimum 64cc combustion chamber, Intake Valve size 2.02, Exhaust Valve size 1.60

Ford: 053030-2, 053030, 5303B, 5303A (fully assembled) Minimum 58cc combustion chamber Intake Valve size 1.94 Exhaust Valve size 1.60

Dodge: (Consult ODS Tech for Detailed Engine Requirements)

5.6.1 Cylinder Head Modifications: No angle milling of cylinder head block surface or intake surface is permitted. Valve angle in head may not be changed. Cylinder heads may not be ported or polished in any way. No 3-angle valve jobs permitted.

5.6.2 Valves, valve springs and retainers must be steel. No Titanium valves, springs or retainers. No high flow undercut valve stems allowed.

5.7 Crankshaft: crankshaft must be OEM stock cast iron crankshaft with minimum weight of 50 pounds. No steel crankshafts allowed. Polishing or lightening of crankshaft will not be allowed. No knife-edging permitted. Stock stroke must be used. Harmonic balancer must be OEM magnetic steel elastomer type balancer.

5.8 Camshaft, Rocker Arms

5.8.1 Camshaft may be hydraulic or solid flat tappet type cam. No roller cams/lifters. Camshaft lift must not exceed .550 inch measured at valve retainer with valve lash set to “0” lash. Valve lifters and pushrods must be magnetic steel and comply with NASCAR LMSC rule 20F-5.8.2

5.8.2 Rocker Arms may be stock or roller type. Rocker arm ratio must be the same for intake and exhaust. All 16 rocker arms must be of the same model, type and ratio.

5.9 Intake Manifold: The following intake manifolds must be used:

Chevrolet: Edelbrock #2101 (Only current design “Performer” manifolds are permitted. Older design manifolds with the same p/n are not permitted.)

Ford: Edelbrock #2181

Dodge: Edelbrock #2176

No angle milling of any surface on the manifold is permitted. No porting or polishing is allowed in any manner.

6. Engine/Car Electrical Systems

6.1 Ignition System: For built motors only, as per NASCAR LMSC rules: Stock OEM point type distributor is permitted; Stock OEM style electronic ignition system is permitted; Performance HEI distributor or Mel's distributor are permitted; Aftermarket electronic ignition systems, MSD or similar, using an external amplifier box, are allowed. Tachometer must be equipped with quick disconnect connector to allow easy removal.

6.2 Spark Plugs: Spark Plugs must comply with NASCAR LMSC rule 20F-6.2.

6.3 Alternator: Alternator must comply with NASCAR LMSC rule 20F-6.3.

6.4 The self starter must be in working order and installed in the stock location. Starter must comply with NASCAR LMSC rule 20F-6.4.

6.5 The battery must be installed in an enclosed battery box. Battery and Installation must comply with NASCAR LMSC rule 20F-6.5.

6.6 Electrical Switches: All electrical switches must comply with NASCAR LMSC rule 20F-6.6 An electrical cut-off switch that cuts off all power to the car must be mounted in the center of the dash that can be reached from both sides of the car and the driver.

6.7 Electrical Wiring: All wiring shall be routed in an open manner, visible, and traceable from termination point to termination point. Taping, wrapping or enclosing wires into looms is not permitted. Bundling and securing of wires is allowed using small CLEAR tie wraps only. Termination blocks are recommended for connecting or splicing wires were necessary. Terminal blocks, if used, must be in the open, visible and easily accessible. Wiring and any accessories must comply with NASCAR LMSC rule 20F-6.7.

6.8 Ignition Amplifier Box: If an external ignition amplifier box is used (MSD or other) the following rules must be followed at ODS.

6.8.1 Must use 6 position connector per NASCAR rule 20J-6.1F. This connector is a GM/Packard weather pack series sealed connector. (MSD p/n 8170). The plastic female housing with male contacts installed must be wired onto the ignition box. The mating connector, male housing with socket contacts must be used on the car wiring harness. The pin out must be as specified below:

Position A – Red - +12v Ignition

Position B – Brown or Green – Tach

Position C – Black – Negative Coil

Position D – Orange – Positive Coil

Position E – Green – Negative Distributor

Position F – Purple – Positive Distributor

6.8.2 The Power and Ground wires per NASCAR rule 20F-6.1K, must use a 2 position GM/Packard weather pack series sealed connector (MSD p/n 8173). The plastic female housing with male contacts installed must be wired onto the ignition box. The mating connector, male housing with socket contacts must be used on the car wiring harness. The pin out must be as specified below:

Position A – Red - +12v Battery

Position B – Black – Ground ( Battery Negative)

6.8.3 Ignition Amplifier Box must be mounted to the dash in a manner that is easily removable for inspection purposes. All wiring to the amplifier box, ignition coil and distributor shall be exposed and easily traceable. Taping wires together, heat shrink and/or wire looms will not be allowed.

7. Engine Cooling System

Engine Cooling System must comply with NASCAR LMSC section 20F-7.

8. Engine Lubrication

Engine Lubrication System must comply with NASCAR LMSC section 20F-8. No Accusump systems allowed.

9. Engine Exhaust System

Engine Exhaust System must comply with NASCAR LMSC section 20F-9 except as amended below:

9.1 Car exhaust system shall have one Magna Flow Performance Muffler (part # 12298) installed. The installed muffler will function as a Y-pipe, with the output of each header connected to the dual muffler inputs, and the single output of the muffler connected to the exhaust tailpipe. The specified muffler must remain stock as from the factory. No modifications will be permitted. The muffler outlet flange may not be covered by the exhaust tailpipe and must be visible for inspection purposes. Modifications to this muffler may result in the loss of all points and/or other penalties as deemed appropriate by track officials.

9.2 All exhaust pipe shall be three (3) inch outside diameter and painted white with high temperature paint.

9.3 Tailpipe must turn to face the ground, if the exhaust exits under the car. Alternatively, exhaust may exit through the door above the frame rail flush with the door exterior.

9.4 Cars must not exceed a 99 decibel (db) sound level, as measured by track officials. Sound levels may be monitored anytime cars are on track.

9.5 Exhaust leaks anywhere in the system as determined by track officials will not be allowed and must be corrected.

10. Drive train

10.1 Clutch: Must comply with NASCAR LMSC rule 20F-10.1 except as amended. Carbon fiber clutches are not allowed.

10.2 Flywheel: Must comply with NASCAR LMSC rule 20F-10.2.

10.3. Bell housing: Must comply with NASCAR LMSC rule 20F-10.3. No lightening holes may be drilled or cut into the bell housing. An inspection port measuring 4 inches wide and 3 inches in a front to rear dimension must be cut in the bottom of the bell housing to facilitate clutch inspection. This opening must be covered with a 1/8 thick steel plate measuring 5 inches by 4 inches.

10.4 Transmission: Must comply with NASCAR LMSC rule 20F-10.4 No weight reduction of any type is permitted.

10.5 Driveshaft: Must comply with NASCAR LMSC rule 20F-10.5.

10.6 Rear Axle: Must comply with NASCAR LMSC rule 20F-10.6 except as amended. Nine inch Ford or OEM axle assembly may be used as long as racing axles have been installed. Torque sensitive carriers are NOT allowed.

10.7 Wheels:

10.7.1 Wheels must comply with NASCAR LMSC rule 20F-10.7 except as amended. Wheel width will be eight (8) inches as measured between the mounting beads.

10.7.2 Tire bleeder valves are not allowed.

10.8 Tires: The track assigned tire is Goodyear model / compound # D2682. This tire is categorized as a Short Track Special, G19 (slick) tread configuration. No tire conditioner or softener may be used in any manner on tires.

10.8.1 ODSLM teams will be allowed to purchase and use two (2) new tires weekly for an event’s qualifying and race(s). Only 2 new tires will be permitted on the car for qualifying/racing for an event.

10.8.2 Teams will select their two (2) tires in the tire compound area on race day and have them mounted. Tires will be branded / marked and bar code numbers recorded by ODS officials for identification purposes. Tires used in qualifying and the race MUST have been purchased at ODS and contain the proper ODS brand / mark and bar code numbers.

10.8.3 Teams will be allowed to set air pressures and measure tires in the tire compound area.

10.8.4 Teams will move the tires directly from the tire compound area to an area designated for ODSLM tires by track officials. Tires should have air pressures set at the level that teams want them to be during impound, before qualifying.

10.8.5 Teams will not be permitted to work on the tires after they leave the tire compound.

10.8.6 Teams will be told by track officials when they may retrieve tires in preparation for qualifying.

10.8.7 Teams must race on the same tires that are used for qualifying.

10.8.8 Tires purchased and used for practice may not be used for qualifying/racing.

10.8.9 After the completion of the ODSLM feature race(s), teams will remove two (2) tires that had completed the race from the car and submit them to track officials for impound. The bar code numbers on these two tires will be recorded by track officials for identification purposes. These two tires will be impounded at the track until the next race. These two tires will be used for qualifying and racing at the next weekend of racing. If a team does not intend to buy tires for the next race they must submit four (4) tires for impound. Tires should be clearly marked with the team’s car# with tire chalk.

10.8.10 In the event of a rainout, all race tires will be impounded by track officials.

10.8.11 On the first night of competition only, competitors will be allowed to buy four (4) tires for qualifying and racing for that night. Additionally, ODS officials may designate another event during the season for teams to purchase and use 4 new tires, if deemed necessary.  In such an instance, teams will be notified at least one week in advance.

10.8.12 Any car found with the wrong tires after a race will be immediately disqualified and the driver penalized 50 points.

11. Frames

Frame must comply with NASCAR LMSC section 20F-11.

12. Suspension

Suspension must comply with NASCAR LMSC section 20F-12 except as amended below. This includes: springs, sway bars, A-Frames, spindles, wheel bearings, hubs, tread width, wheelbase, body height, ground clearance, car height adjustment devices.

12.1 All cars must compete with a wheelbase of 105 inches with a tolerance of plus (+) or minus (-) one half (1/2) inch.

12.2 Whatever bushing material is used in the left side suspension must also be used in the right side suspension.

12.3 Shocks: The track has assigned a specific shock absorber to be used in this division.  This shock absorber is a Koni gas mono tube shock.  The following part numbers are approved:

7436, 7325, 9325 and 9436, as well as any Koni numbers these shocks may have superceded.

These shocks may not be altered, re-valved or rebuilt by the manufacturer or any other individual.  Shocks and internal components are subject to inspection by tech officials at any time.  A shock as provided by Koni will be used as a guide in determining if a competitors shock is in compliance with this rule.  Any violation of this shock rule may result in loss of all points and/or other penalties as deemed appropriate by track officials.

12.4 Tread Width: The tread width must comply with NASCAR LMSC rule 20F-12.6. Wheel spacers, if used, must be magnetic steel and the same thickness used on the right and the left sides.

13. Steering Components

Steering Components must comply with NASCAR LMSC section 20F-13.

14. Brakes and Brake Cooling

Brakes and Brake Cooling must comply with NASCAR LMSC section 20F-14.

15. FUEL:

See ODS rules for ALL Divisions Section 5.

16. Fuel System

The Fuel System must comply with NASCAR LMSC section 20F-16. This includes: Fuel Cell, Fuel Cell Container, Installation, Fuel Filler, Fuel Cell Vent, Fuel Pump and Fuel Lines and Fuel Fill Containers.

17. Personnel Safety Requirements and Roll Bars

See ODS Rules for ALL Divisions Section 6.

18. Inspections, Protests, Claims, CRATE engines AND PENALTIES

18.1 Pre-Race Inspection: Any pre-race inspection failures or non-compliance with these rules may result in not being allowed to participate or compete in the event. Additional weight or rear of field starts may be imposed. The penalty for inspection failure is determined by the race director.

18.2 Post Race Inspection: Any post-race inspection failure may result in forfeiture of some or all prize money, contingency money and points earned for that event. Any illegal part found will be surrendered to NASCAR track officials. No equipment or part will be considered approved by reason of having passed through previous inspections. Pre-race inspections of a particular part or rule do not preclude post race inspections. The penalty for inspection failure is determined by the race director.

18.3 Protests: No protests will be accepted after ten (10) minutes past the drop of the checkered flag in the ODSLM feature race. Only drivers finishing in the top 5 positions AND who are in the top 5 in the division point standings may file a protest. Only drivers finishing in the top 5 positions AND who are in the top 5 in the point standings are subject to being protested. In the final two weeks of the season any competitor protests must be made to an ODS Tech official, who will determine if the protest is allowed. Track teardowns and post race inspections will be conducted as normal including the final night of competition. ODS will retain fifty (50) percent of all protest money. The protesting driver/owner will have the same part/parts inspected on their car. The cost to protest, (teardown fee), particular items is:

Carburetor $100

Cylinder Heads $200

Connecting Rods $400

Crankshaft $800

18.4 Teardowns: Any driver/owner refusing a request from NASCAR track officials to teardown for post-race inspection or protest for any reason will be placed on a one (1) race suspension. The driver will be held responsible for the refusal to teardown. The driver will lose all points earned for the current event. Refusal to teardown a second time will result in the loss of all points accrued during the season and suspension for the remainder of the current season. ODS track officials reserve the right to teardown at any time.

18.5 Crate Engine Inspections and Penalties

18.5.1 The primary means of technical inspection for crate engines will be a test on a track-designated dynamometer with the resulting data for peak horsepower, rpm and power curve evaluated against Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications and corresponding dynamometer data from speedway-owned crate engines.  Any significant difference between the two engines in the opinion of the track technical staff will be deemed a failure of the inspected engine to meet technical requirements.

 

18.5.2  If a dyno-checked engine meets OEM specifications and track data, the engine will be

considered legal and the cost of the technical inspection will be paid by the track.  If the engine fails to meet OEM specifications and track data, in the opinion of track technical officials, it will be considered illegal and the driver/car owner will be responsible for the cost of the technical inspection.  Further, the failed crate engine will not be permitted to race again until it has been fixed and successfully re-certified on the track-designated dynamometer at the drivers/owners expense.

 

18.5.3 Re-certification of crate engines that have been found to vary from the speedway standard will be performed at a date and time to be determined by track officials.

 

18.5.4 Crate engine disqualifications, suspensions, point penalties and fines will be addressed

by track officials and determined on an individual basis.

 

18.5.5 There will be no claim or claim/exchange on crate engines by competitors.

 

18.6 Carburetor Inspections and Penalties.

 

18.6.1 If a carburetor does not pass technical inspection after the race, the racer will be

disqualified for that night and forfeit all points and prize money. The racer will receive 0 points and $0.00 in prize money. The carburetor will be confiscated by the track and will not be returned. A $500.00 NASCAR fine will be levied. The racer will not be allowed to race at any NASCAR track until the fine has been paid. If a carburetor does not pass technical inspection after Qualifying, but BEFORE the Green Flag, the carburetor will be confiscated, a $500.00 Track fine will be levied, all winnings up to that point will be forfeited, and the racer will start at the rear of the field. The racer will not be allowed to start the race that night or any other races at a NASCAR track until the $500.00 fine has been paid. (The only things that can be changed on the carburetors are the power valves and jets. If anything else is different, then the carburetor is illegal.)

18.6.2 Carburetor Claim/Exchange. Any racer that finishes in the Top 5 will have the option to claim another competitor's carburetor that finished in the Top 5 that same race. The claim fee is $200.00. Both carburetors must pass technical inspection before exchanging. If a claim exchange is approved, both carburetors must be left at the track and at the next race, the Track Officials will ensure that the carburetors are put on and run. The Track reserves the right to deny any request for a Claim/Exchange.

Additionally, the owner of the claimed carburetor may opt to have the claimer buy his carburetor for a fee of $700.00. (This forfeits the $200.00 Claim Fee & the driver of the claimed carburetor will not receive the other's carburetor.) The Track reserves the right to deny any request for a Claim.

Speedway reserves the right to an exchange at any time during the night with any competitor. This will be a straight exchange with no money switching hands.

18.7       The track reserves the right to impound anyone's car or any part of anyone's car for the

purpose of technical inspection. If a racer refuses to allow his car to go through technical inspection, then the track will impound the car until the racer agrees to allow his car to be inspected.

18.8 Any effort by a racer to take advantage of “gray areas” in the rules that is determined to be an infraction by track officials will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis.

19. Administration

19.1 All competitors should read/review sections 1 thru 17 of the NASCAR 2009 Rule Book.

19.2 All competitors should read/review ODS General Rules and ODS All Division Rules. Any questions concerning these rules should be directed to a member of the ODS technical crew: Less Steger, Eric Stewart, Dickie Gore, Gary Gore, Hayne Dominick, Dave Menefee

19.3 Old Dominion Speedway welcomes all of its competitors to an exciting new racing season. Best wishes are extended for a safe, professional and successful racing season.