2011 NMT MUDBOG!!!!
Socorro,NM

SATURDAY APRIL 9TH

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Registration Packet          Flyer

8AM-4PM

Doors open at 9am for spectators  
Doors Open @ 8AM for Competitors

  

Tech Students: Free w/ ID

  Non-Tech: $10 per car

(limit 5 people/car)

 

Reserve a room at SUPER 8 Motel or ECONOLODGE w/ a discounted price

NO ALCOHOL ON PREMISES!

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---There will be CONCESSIONS:  Burgers, Hot dogs, drinks, snacks etc. for sale!  Small bills please---

---Mudbog and other club shirts for sale---

---Raffle---

---Make sure the kids wear close they can get dirty in.--



SPONSORS:

Looking for Sponsors!!!!!
See Contacts at bottom of page

8:00-9:30AM  Registration

9:45AM          Driver’s Meeting

10:00AM        First run starts

11:45              Half Time

12:15              Start 2nd Runs

3-4pm            Event Closing

 

CLASS (MODIFIED NMMR CLASSES) SEE CLASSES BELOW

ENTRY FEE

Stock

$30

Pro-Stock

$50

Modified

$60

Pro-Modified

$70

Outlaw-Mod (OPTIONAL-Need 3 entrants min)

$70

OPEN

$70

QUESTIONS CALL: 575-517-6303 or 505-577-0230

PAYOUTS!!!

% of Class Entries


SUBJECT TO CHANGE!!!!

All Classes: 1rst 50%, 2nd 25%, 3rd 15%

3 Entrants or Less: 1rst Place 75% Only

MAP/DIRECTIONS

map to mudbog pit

From North:  Exit 152, Follow road to the west, Take first Rt.

From Socorro:  Head toward Golf Course & EMRTC, follow signs

CLASSES

Note:  These classes are based on NMMR classes, but slightly modified.

PLEASE keep an eye on these rules.  They are subject to slight changes.

CLASS designations handed out at race are final.

LAST UPDATED: 03-26-2009 (IN RED)

All Classes

All vehicles must meet safety requirements.

Mud Bog officials are the final authority on which classes a vehicle is eligible for.

When in doubt, tire size will be determined by tape measure.

Stock Class: (S-#)

  1. Tires 37” Max D.O.T. (No Cuts, No paddles, No tractor tires, etc)
  2. Stock displacements only, must be correct for year, make, and model of vehicle. No strokers, Max .060 overbore.
  3. To clarify: Vehicle original body type matches engine type Ford-Ford, Chevy-Chevy, etc.
  4. No race ignition
  5. Gasoline or diesel only.
  6. No roller lifters, no roller rockers, stock stamped only.
  7. Must maintain 13 inches vacuum @ 800 rpm
  8. OEM cylinder heads only, original aluminum only.
  9. Any dual plane manifold allowed, open plenum ok.
  10. Headers allowed, must exit down, and may be open.
  11. 600cfm single inlet carb max. Any OEM ok.
  12. Pump gas only, 92 octane max no additives. No 101.
  13. No body swaps, or interior gutting.
  14. Lifts okay
  15. BOTTOM LINE…THIS IS A STOCK VEHICLE

Pro-Stock Class: (PS-#)

  1. Tires 40” Max D.O.T. (No Cuts, No paddles, No tractor tires, etc)
  2. Max cubic inch displacement, SB 412, BB 473.
  3. OEM cast iron engine blocks only.
  4. OEM cast iron cylinder heads only.
  5. To clarify: Vehicle body type matches engine type Ford-Ford, Chevy-Chevy, etc.
  6. No nitrous, no blowers, no turbos, no alcohol allowed.
  7. Single carb 750 cfm max.
  8. Double pumpers and Demon carbs allowed. No Dominators or Predators.
  9. Race headers allowed.  Can point up, but not sideways.
  10. Race fuel allowed, no masking or cover scents allowed.
  11. OEM style transmission only.
  12. Must have full stock body, minor fender trimming for tire clearance only.
  13. No fiberglass replacement parts
  14. May remove bumpers and tailgate.
  15. Full stock frame required.
  16. Full OEM glass required.
  17. Blazers/Suv type vehicle with pickup kit legal.
  18. Battery may be relocated .
  19. Must maintain OEM suspension, lift kits ok.
  20. Ladder bars and traction bars allowed.
  21. Must have roll protection if open top

 

Modified: (M-#)

  1. Tires 44” Max D.O.T. (No Cuts, No Paddles, No tractor tires, etc.)
  2. Max cubic inch displacement SB 434, BB 514
  3. Aftermarket blocks allowed, cast iron only.
  4. No blowers, turbochargers, or nitrous oxide allowed.
  5. Turbo diesel ok, single turbo only.
  6. Headers must point rearward or up, not sideways.
  7. Any internal engine modifications allowed.
  8. Dual carbs, Demons, Dominators, Predators ok.
  9. O.E.M transfer case only, No chain drives.
  10. Trans brakes allowed if you have trans shield. Driveshaft loops and U-joint sheilds reccommend
  11. O.E.M frames only, No tube or box frames, and may be shortened or lengthened.
  12. Ladder bars and traction bars allowed.
  13. 3 and 4 link suspension allowed, coil over suspension allowed.
  14. Front fenders and grille must surround engine
  15. Engine must not extend beyond front of the body.
  16. Glass may be removed from vehicle.
  17. Gutting allowed to remove weight.
  18. No narrowed or race bodies.
  19. Body may not be completely removed.
  20. Must still have a firewall
  21. Helmet & fire extinguisher required
  22. Must have roll protection
  23. Firesuit, gloves and headsock required on open top.

Pro-Modified Class: (PM-#)

  1. Tires 49” Max DOT, Cuts allowed, 49” Max Tractor Tire, No Paddles
  2.  Race gas or Methanol only, No nitro methane.
  3. No Nitrous Oxide
  4. Max displacement 665 cubic inches
  5. Aluminum heads and blocks allowed.
  6. No Superchargers or Turbochargers allowed
  7. Any internal engine modifications allowed.
  8. Any carburetion system allowed.
  9. Any fuel injection allowed.
  10. Must have kill switch externally accessible.
  11. Trans brakes allowed if you have trans shield. Driveshaft loops and U-joint shields recommended
  12. Frame must pass safety inspection.
  13. Frame may be lengthened or shortened to fit body.
  14. Must have metal firewall
  15. Engine must remain forward of firewall.
  16.  Any suspension system allowed.
  17. Must have some form of a body (fiberglass okay)
  18. Gutted bodies must have minimum 4 point roll cage.
  19. Must have some type of metal roof panel.
  20. Must have harness belts, fire extinguisher, approved firesuit, headsock, and gloves.

OUTLAW-Modified Class: (OM-#)

(OPTIONAL - NEED AT LEAST 3 ENTRANTS)

  1. Any cut tire, tractor tires to 46”, No Paddles
  2.  Gas or Diesel, No alcohol
  3. Single Stage Nitrous systems allowed.
  4. Any automotive engine allowed.
  5. Aluminum heads and blocks allowed.
  6. No Superchargers or Turbochargers allowed
  7. Any internal engine modifications allowed.
  8. Any carburetion system allowed.
  9. Any fuel injection allowed.
  10. Must have kill switch externally accessible.  
  11. Trans brakes allowed if you have trans shield. Driveshaft loops and U-joint shields recommended
  12. No tube or box frames (OEM frames only)
  13. Frame must pass safety inspection.
  14. Frame may be lengthened or shortened to fit body.
  15. Must have metal firewall
  16. Engine must remain forward of firewall.
  17.  Any suspension system allowed.
  18. Must have body panels in original locations (fiberglass okay)
  19. Gutted bodies must have minimum 4 point roll cage.
  20. Must have some type of metal roof panel.
  21. Must have harness belts, fire extinguisher, approved firesuit, headsock, and gloves.

 

OPEN: (O-#)

This class is for those who don't fit any other class, but still want to run.

Basically anything goes, if determined by officials to be SAFE.

 


Mud Bog 2011

 

Official Rules

1.         Running order will be determined randomly before the competition.  All entries received after that will run last.  All drivers are allowed to run twice.  Second runs are in reverse order.
 
2.         Each vehicle will only be allowed to run with two different drivers or in two different classes and only if a tire change or class mod is performed.
 
3.         Drivers are responsible for ALL damage to their vehicles.
 
4.         Drivers will be responsible for the correct staging order.
 
5.         All drivers will submit to a pre-race vehicle inspection.  Helmets are strongly recommended.
6.         When a number is called, the driver has 1 minute to start heading toward the line or be disqualified.
 
7.         All drivers must obey the starting line judge.  Entrants will line up with the center of the front tire on the starting line and will not move until OK’d by the starting line official.
 
8.         Drivers will stay between the pit edges and have 5 minutes time to make it through, but must be moving forward during all that time.  If the vehicle ceases to move forward for longer than 30 seconds the flagman will signal to the driver who will stop the competition.
 
9.         Measurement will be from the starting line to the final resting place of the center of the front tire.  Time will be taken from the first movement of the vehicle until the center of the front tire crosses the finish line.
 
10.        The driver must OK the tow hook up.
 
11.        Drivers must not exceed 5 MPH while exiting/entering the competition area.
 
12.        All vehicles will be removed from the competition area by 24 hours after the event.
 
13.        No alcoholic beverages will be allowed before, during, or after competition or on the NMT campus.
 
14.        Disobeying these rules will result in disqualification and the driver/crew may be asked to leave campus.
 
15.        All drivers must have a current, valid driver’s license.  Drivers under the age of 18 must have guardian present and must have written permission from guardian to compete.
 
16.        Official’s rulings are FINAL.  Disputes of class placement must take place before first mud run.  Further disputes of            class placement, or recorded times, distances, final standings etc, cost $50 which will be returned if you win, and kept if you lose.

 

SAFETY

At no time are drivers to exceed 5 MPH while in the pit area.

No alcoholic beverages or intoxicated drivers will be allowed at the event.

No glass containers allowed at the event site.

Nobody under 16 allowed in the pitting area or in the mud pit.

All participants will have and use a functioning safety belt.

All vehicles must have eye protection.

All vehicles must have ALL lug nuts.

All vehicles must have brakes in good working condition

All vehicles must be cleared of debris.

It is strongly recommended that all participants use a helmet.

All batteries are to be secured to the vehicle in an appropriate location.

Open headers must be pointed in a safe direction.




DISCLAIMER
 

The New Mexico Tech Mud Bog is held by a group of individuals who promote Off Road Racing events to provide fun and safe entertainment for the NMT student body and the local community.  Mud Bog racing is a hazardous activity.  Being such, it is expected that all contestants and support personnel realize these dangers and take all necessary precautions to minimize these dangers.  Participation in the New Mexico Tech Mud Bog is VOLUNTARY.  If the driver feels that he or she does not have enough training or experience to operate a vehicle in the mud, he or she is highly encouraged to refrain from entering the competition. New Mexico Tech, its staff, sponsors, organizations, clubs, or any one else involved with the Mud Bog WILL NOT be held responsible for thefts, accidents, deaths, injuries, vehicle damage, or any other property or personal loss associated with this event.

 

  LIABILITY WAIVER 

I, the undersigned, have read and understand the above disclaimer and the rules.  I agree to follow all rules and obey the track official’s rulings.  I will not hold New Mexico Tech, its employees, sponsors, and affiliates responsible for any damage or injuries that are suffered or inflicted by or from my participation in this voluntary Mud Bog event.  I also understand that there is a possibility that my vehicle will be damaged and I will not hold New Mexico Tech or any one involved with this event responsible for said damage.

 

QUESTIONS CALL: 575-517-6303 or 505-577-0230
EMAIL: rrivera@nmt.edu