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Class Description:
The Orme Bros Open Comp is a "Door Car" class
that is designed for all vehicles and
trucks that run slower than 8.50 seconds in the 1/4 mile. Dragsters,
Alters & Motorcycles are not permitted. The "Open Comp" class
will be run on an Open Comp format with a 1-tenth (1/10th) breakout.
What this means is, you get 3 rounds of qualifying. You take 1/10th off
your quickest time and that is your automatic dial-in for eliminations.
This time will be yours throughout eliminations (it does not change).
The best reaction time is the #1 qualifier, you will then be put on a
Sportsman ladder for eliminations. There is basically no rules in this
class, so come out and have some fun.
Class Guidelines
Rules & Regulations:
Open Comp is based on an Open Comp
format, which uses a " 4/10ths Pro Tree" start system. Any "door
slammer-type" vehicle is permitted. Any modifications, any tires,
any vehicle weight, or power adders are permitted. Trans-brakes and 2-3
step Rev-Limiters are permitted. Delay boxes, Throttle-stop, crossover boxes, or any "reaction-time related" electronic
aides (See Electronics Policies Below) are strictly prohibited. If your car has any of these "Bracket
Race Aides" Please check out our
Bracket
1 Class
Engine Oil-Retention Device:
All
Open Comp Cars quicker than 9.99 will be required to utilize an
NHRA-accepted lower engine oil-retention device. SFI Spec 7.1 or 7.2
Lower Engine Containment Device also permitted. The lower engine containment
device must cover the sides of the block and pan up to one inch of the
head mating surface and extend within 1 1/2 inches of the front and rear
of the cylinder case area. A belly pan may be used in the lieu of a
device attached to the engine. The belly pan must extend from framerail
to framerail and extend forward of the harmonic balancer and to the rear
of the engine block and must incorporate a minimum 2-inch-high lip on
all sides. A nonflammable, oil-absorbent liner mandatory inside of
retention device. Any device that fails to perform as required must be
replaced or repaired to the satisfaction of the technical staff prior to
any further runs. Electronics Policies:
The
Following Devices are Illegal: (And Have
To Be Completely Removed From Car)
*Electronic / Pneumatic / or any Remotely
Activated Throttle Stops
*Optical Sensors / Stutter Boxes Delay Boxes
*Cross-Over Boxes
*Electric / Hydraulic Pneumatic Shifters (All
Shifts Must Be Made By Driver)
*Electronic Nitrous
Controllers
*Any and All "Traction
Control Devices"
The
Following Devices are Legal:
* 2 & 3 Step Rev-Limiters
*Trans-Brakes
*Electric /
Hydraulic Pneumatic Clutch Release Devices
*MSD-7 and/or
any other Ignition Box that contains Programmable Timing Functions
E.T. Limits:
The quickest ET permitted in the Open Comp class is 8.50. Any qualifying
or elimination pass quicker than 8.50 will be disqualified and will not
count. Competitor will be permitted to re-qualify (if additional
qualifying rounds are left) slower than 8.50. Competition will be
regulated under standard NHRA "First or Worst" competition policy during
qualifying and eliminations Staging
& "DEEP" Staging:
All Open Comp
drivers must stage the car on his/her own without the assistance of
a crew member (You will be Disqualified by the starter if you
have assistance).
Deep staging is permitted. Please have the
word "DEEP" clearly written on all four
windows if you expect the starter to identify
that you plan on going deep. You
do not have to have the word
"Deep" to legally
"Deep Stage"
Courtesy
Staging:
Courtesy staging will be in effect during eliminations. Each
competitor must light only their pre-stage bulb and wait for their
competitor to light their Pre-stage bulb.. Once both pre-stage bulbs are
lit either driver can then fully stage...EXAMPLE: If you're the first
car to go up and stage and you light both your Pre-stage and stage bulbs
before your opponent lights their Pre-stage bulb, you will be
Disqualified by the starter... If you have any questions on Courtesy
Staging, don't hesitate to call Mel @ 661-917-3078 Burn-Out
Procedure:
Open Comp does not allow burn-outs
across the starting line. You must complete and stop your burn-out
without crossing the starting line. Lane Choice:
During
1st round of elimination's the higher qualified car will have lane
choice.. In the 2nd round and beyond, the driver that is closest to
his/her dial without going quicker will be awarded lane choice. If both
drivers go under their dial-ins, the driver that is closer to his/her
dial will be
awarded lane choice for that round. Tow Vehicles:
Open
Comp does not allow tow vehicles of any sort in the staging lanes. You
can tow your vehicle back to the pits at the conclusion of your run
after exiting the racing surface.
Registering For The Class:
All
Open Comp Racers must register (Please bring your NHRA Track Tech Card
with you) at the PSCA Event Trailer before taking your car to tech....
Payouts:
All Open Comp Racers that earn prize money can go directly to
the PSCA trailer after eliminations and pick up his/her Winnings.
Winners Circle Picture & Contingency Verification:
Open Comp Winner & Runner-up must return to the PSCA Winners
Circle Area for Official Photographs and Contingency Verification.
Failing to do so, will result in loss of all contingency monies earned.
There are no exceptions!!! PSCA Required Decals:
Class Sponsor Decal
A Orme Bros Inc. decal must be installed on base of windshield on the
passenger side. (Bottom left hand side when looking at front of vehicle windshield)
before entering the tech area..
PSCA Oval Decals
1 PSCA Oval decal must be placed on each side of every car in a
visible location before entering the tech area..
Series Sponsor Decal
TBA decal must be installed on base of windshield on the
drivers side. (Bottom right hand side when looking at front of vehicle
windshield)
Contingency Program & Contingency Decals:
In order to become eligible for PSCA official contingency
program, You must first become a member of the PSCA. You can do this at
the PSCA Event Trailer during registration or on-line at the PSCA
Store. In order to receive Contingency Monies from any of the
listed Contingency Sponsors, you must have the correct product listed
and matching Contingency Decal for that product on your car for the
entire PSCA Racing Event... Racers will be checked for Products &
Decals while be teched in and winners & runner-ups again will be
checked in the Winner's Circle after the conclusion of each event.
Winners & Runner-ups failing to show up for this mandatory Inspection
will forfeit all Contingency Money that is owed!!!! All Contingency
Decals may appear anywhere on the vehicle in a clear and
organized fashion. Contingency decals may not be overlapped or modified.
Most decals are available at the PSCA Event Trailer, but in the event
the PSCA does not have the decals in stock, it is the racer's
responsibility to obtain the proper decals to be eligible for the
Contingency payout.
Penalties For
Violating any PSCA Class Or Contingency Program Rules:
Penalties will vary for any PSCA Class
& Contingency Program Rule violation's from
Championship Point Deduction, Race Suspension, Probation and/or Re-instatement
Fine (Paid to St Jude In the name of the PSCA) If you are in any
violation that directly effects our "Electronics Policies"
(Example: Use of a Delay Box, Use of a Throttle Stop, etc..) You can receive the Maximum Penalty
(Disqualification from Event with loss of 50 Championship Points,
Two-Race Suspension and a $500 Re-Instatement Donation) You will also be
listed on a Web Page for all to view what violation and penalty any
racer receives..
PSCA Point System:
We will be calculating points at each
event, and will crown a champion at the conclusion of the season. (More
points info on the Champ Chase page)
Open Comp Points Page
Orme Bros Open Comp Payouts:
Up to 64 Car Field
$650.00 to Win
$250.00 Runner-up
$125.00 Semi's
65 Car & Up Field
$750.00 to Win
$250.00 Runner-up
$125.00 Semi's
$50.00 1/4's
$50.00 PSCA Class Entry fee + Track gate fee
PSCA
Race Day Rules and Procedures...Click
Here
All
drivers and vehicles must meet current NHRA and track requirements.
For questions or
more information on these rules, please contact Mel Roth at
661-917-3078
#2
in Open Comp 2009 Championship
Mike Nordahl
#3 in Open Comp
2009
Championship Steve Pramov
#4 in Open Comp 2009 Championship Doug
Crumlich
#5 in Open Comp
2009
Championship
Ron DeHoop
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