Question 1

Class Rules

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WEIGHT MINIMUMSDUAL POWER ADDERS PROHIBITEDNITROUS OXIDEUp to 965 cu in – 2,300 lbs. Add 15 lbs. for transmission with four (4) or more forward gears – converter-driven combinations only. Addition does not apply to clutch combinations.5.300-inch maximum bore spacing, 12.6-inch maximum deck height.CENTRIFUGAL SUPERCHARGERBig Block Centrifugal Supercharger w/o Lock-Up – 2,660 lbs.Big Block Centrifugal Supercharger w/ Lock-Up – 2,710 lbs.The maximum specification for the compressor wheel tip to tip is limited to 140.99mm inducer diameter. Measurement will be taken at the point where the leading edge of the compressor wheel meets the inlet housing. All air entering the Supercharger must pass through a single inlet opening. Exducer backing plate and blade tip-to-tip dimensions may not exceed 188.99.No Centrifugal Supercharger entry with any gear drive or blower that is not readily available for immediate sale and delivery at least 21 days before race.No test/prototype model of any kind allowed.

Deduct 50 lbs. for ProCharger F3R-136. ProCharger F4X-136 not eligible for deduction.Add 25 lbs. for transmission with four (4) or more forward gears – converter-driven combinations only. Addition does not apply to clutch combinations.ROOTS SUPERCHARGERBig Block Roots Supercharger w/o Lock-Up – 2,425 lbs.Big Block Roots Supercharger w/ Lock-Up – 2,460 lbs.Add 25 lbs. for transmission with four (4) or more forward gears – converter-driven combinations only. Addition does not apply to clutch combinations.SCREW SUPERCHARGERBig Block Screw Supercharger (C-Rotor, Max 92% O/D, w/o Lock-Up) – 2,610 lbs.Big Block Screw Supercharger (C-Rotor, Max 92% O/D, w/ Lock-Up) – 2,660 lbs.Add 25 lbs. for transmission with four (4) or more forward gears – converter-driven combinations only. Addition does not apply to clutch combinations.TURBOCHARGERBig Block Twin-Turbocharger (88mm w/o Lock-Up) – 2,610 lbs.Big Block Twin-Turbocharger (88mm w/ Lock-Up) – 2,685 lbs.Small Block Single Turbo (122mm w/Lock-Up) – 2150 lbs.Small Block Single Turbo (131mm w/Lock Up) – 2250 lbs.Turbocharger must comply with the following measurements: Compressor 88 mm inducer – Turbine/Hot Side 113 x 125 – .312 maximum surge slot.Stepped compressor wheel prohibited (must be continuous contour of inducer to exducer.)Add 25 lbs. for transmission with four (4) or more forward gears – converter-driven combinations only. Addition does not apply to clutch combinations.All turbochargers must have cross bolts in the exhaust to prevent the turbine from discharging in the event of a failure. Cross bolts are to be3/8” grade 5 minimally and mounted within 1” of the turbine discharge flange.It is required that all turbochargers have ballistic compressor blankets installed on the compressor housings.NOSTALGIA BODIES/WEIGHT MAXIMUMThe following body styles may deduct 25 pounds from their minimum weight: 1937-1938 Chevy, 1937-1942 Willys, 1949-1950 Mercury, 1953- 1959 Studebaker, 1958 Plymouth Fury, 1953-1962 Corvette, 1955-1957 Chevrolet, 1955-1957 Buick, 1968-1972 Chevelle/GM A-Body).·         Regardless of weight additions, no combination will be greater than 2,800 lbs.FUELRacing gasoline and methanol permitted. The use of nitro methane, nitro-paraphins and/or propylene oxide is strictly prohibited. WHEELSWheels meeting SFI Spec 15.1 or 15.3 with bead locks or liners mandatory. Maximum width of 18-inches. Modification and/or lightening prohibited. Wheel discs or covers are prohibited.PIT VEHICLESAll pit vehicles entering the facility must display race vehicle number and class designation on both sides of the vehicle.Every pit vehicle entering the racing facility must be assigned to; and is the responsibility of; the competitor of an entered vehicle in the Pro Mod Invitational competition. The competitor will assume full legal responsibility for any damage to property (or other damages) caused by pit vehicles bearing their competition number, whether the driver is operating a pit vehicle or not.Pit vehicles may be operated from “Gate Opening” until two hours after competition ends each day. Pit vehicles in operation after this period may be impounded until after the event is completed.Motorized or Electric Skateboards, Roller Blades, Roller Skates. Push Scooters, and other vehicles of this type are STRICTLY PROHIBITED from the pit and restricted areas.Operators of pit/support vehicles must be 16 or older and have a valid driver’s license. All vehicles are limited to a 10mph speed limit.Pit vehicles will be impounded, until after the event is completed, for any infraction of above rules, reckless operation of pit vehicle or any operation deemed inappropriate or unsafe by MT Productions facility officials. The driver of the entered vehicle may be disqualified from competition, fined and/or removed from the property for failing to comply.PROPER USE OF SAFETY EQUIPMENTSeat belts must be worn and adjusted in such a manner that the driver’s torso and head cannot extend outside the parameters of the roll cage.The loosening and removal of seat belts, helmets, gloves, window nets, lifting of helmet shield and removal of any safety equipment is prohibited from the time the vehicle leaves the ready line until the vehicle comes to a complete stop on the return road.Fire bottle safety pins/clips must be removed from fire suppression controls from the time the vehicle enters the water box until the vehicle comes to a complete stop on the return road. Fresh air systems must be on and providing airflow to the driver’s helmet from the time the vehicle leaves the ready line until the vehicle is on the return road.Violators will be subject to disciplinary action in the sole and absolute discretion MT Productions. TECHNICAL INSPECTIONPrior to competition, all cars and drivers must pass MT Productions Pro Mod Point Series technical inspection. Prior to technical inspection, competitors are required to fill out the Pro Mod Invitational Competitor Registration Form with 100-percent accuracy, including exact engine displacement. Any false information on the Pro Mod Invitational Competitor Registration Forms is grounds for disqualification and removal from MT Productions Pro Mod Point Series. During the initial tech procedure, MT Productions Pro Mod Point Series technical staff reserves the right to inspect any and every portion of the competing vehicle to ensure rules compliance, including teardowns, weight checks, displacement verification, etc. Do not enter your vehicle for competition if you are not prepared to prove the legality and compliance of your vehicle. Prior to, during, and after the qualifying and/or eliminations, MT Productions reserves the right to inspect, seal, impound, and/or teardown any racer’s vehicle for any reason or impound any vehicle and/or parts as deemed necessary. Refusing teardown inspection and/or disassembly can result at minimum in the disqualification of the vehicle from competition, and immediate removal of the vehicle, owner, and crew from the racing facility. Any engine, transmission, or power adder (e.g., turbo, supercharger, nitrous etc.) change that occurs following the initial tech process and during qualifying or eliminations must be reported to the MT Productions Technical Department for proper inspection before any further qualifying or elimination passes are made. Failure to follow this procedure may result in the disallowance of the qualifying or elimination run.Prior to competition, all vehicles and driver equipment must undergo a technical inspection. MT Productions makes no representations, warranties, or assurances that a technical inspection will:1)  Detect any problem with a vehicle or a driver’s personal equipment or clothing.2)  Detect any problem with rules compliance, or3)  Prevent injury, death, or property damage.The competitor agrees that the competitor always bears the ultimate responsibility to ensure the safety of competitors’ vehicles and to ensure that competitor complies with all applicable Pro Mod Invitational and NHRA rules. The competitor agrees that the competitor is in the best position to know about the construction and operation of participant’s vehicle, equipment, and clothing, and whether there has been compliance with all applicable Pro Mod Invitational and NHRA rules. If a competitor changes engines during an event, they must report to tech to make the Director of Competition aware of the change. Failure to do so may result in disqualification from the event.       DRIVER REQUIREMENTSRacers must possess a government issued, current, valid driver’s license.All drivers must sign a liability waiver and photo release during registration.If the driver is not the car owner, the driver must have all required documents (as stated below), and must attest as stated in the waiver that they have the car owner’s permission to be in possession of and to race the vehicle.Drivers must be at least 16 years of age to compete. If drivers are at least 16 years of age, but under 18 years of age, their custodial parent or legal guardian must be in attendance with them during on-site tech and registration, as well as for the duration of the event. Both the custodial parent and child will be required to appear in person during tech and registration in order to sign the releases and waivers onsite.Drivers must have a valid NHRA license.CONDUCTAny participant found under the influence of alcohol or narcotics is subject to immediate disqualification and removal from the event and the potential for being banned MT Productions events.Unsportsmanlike conduct or actions deemed by the race director or other event official to be unsafe may result in disqualification or removal from the event and the potential for being banned from other MT Productions events.TIMING SYSTEMAll races are run on auto start.Any computer or tree malfunction resulting in any error that would change the outcome of the race will be rerun at the discretion of MT Productions.RACE FORMATThe event is contested over the eighth-mile. MT Productions utilizes a .400 professional tree. QUALIFYING FORMATAll competitors are provided four qualifying sessions over the course of two days (two per day) prior to final eliminations unless otherwise dictated by weather conditions or other uncontrollable circumstances.All competitors are required to alternate lanes for qualifying passes.  ELIMINATION FORMATElimination round pairings will be utilizing an NHRA Pro Ladder format. Quicker qualified car will have lane choice in the first round. In the remaining rounds, lane choice will be given to the quicker car from the previous round.

Question 2

Point Series Rules

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1. Series FormatThe Pro Mod Point Series consists of four (4) racing events; Money on the Line, Payday, Break the Bank and Paid in Full. Drivers will earn *points through Qualifying, the Main Event and the 2nd Chance Event. (* See points layout)2. Entry Fee, Lock-In and PayoutsThe Point Series entry fee for each event is $2,500.00, which includes:•	Tuesday: Pro Mod Only Test & Tune•	Wednesday: Open Test & Tune•	Thursday-Friday: Qualifying (2 Rounds per day) •	Saturday: Main Event entry•	Saturday: Runner Up Event entryA $1,000.00 non-refundable deposit is required to lock in your spot, with the remaining balance due in cash day of event.All Pro Mod competitors must be locked in before the event to participate. The final day to lock in is 14 days prior to each event. The Pro Mod class will be limited to a 32-car field. All entries must compete in a qualifying session to earn a spot in the Main Event. The 32 quickest cars based on elapsed time (E/T) will advance to the Main Event, while all remaining qualifiers will advance to the Runner-Up Event. Both events will be contested head-to-head. (*Car count may change after 1st event depending on number of participants) All monies payouts will be issued via 1099. 3. Event FormatEvery locked-in competitor is guaranteed entry to test, to qualify, and two (2) race opportunities during each Point Series event:•	Qualifying Round •	Main Event •	Runner Up Event 4. Driver & Vehicle RegistrationOnly one (1) driver may be registered per car for the Point Series. When locking in, the driver's name and a description of the vehicle must be provided. The registered driver is locked into that specific car for the event.5. Multiple Car OwnersIf a car owner enters multiple cars at the same event, each car must have a different designated driver. A driver may only compete in one registered car per point series event.Car owners may enter a different vehicle at future Point Series events; however, points are awarded to the registered driver for each event, not to the vehicle.6. Event PayoutsMain Event •	Qualifying: 32-car field•	Start: Pro Tree•	First Round: Friday Night•	1st Place: $84,000.00 Total Payout•	2nd Place: $20,000.00 Total Payout •	Round Money: Each round winner will automatically receive $1,000.00- $1,500.00 (total of $41,850.00 will be paid out)2nd Chance  •	Start: Pro Tree•	First Round: Friday Night•	1st Place: $35,000.00•	2nd Place: $15,000.00See Point System 7. Championship AwardDuring the final event, all points will be totaled, and the Grand Champion Point Series Winner will be awarded. Best 3 of 4 events count toward the final championshipThe Grand Champion Point Series Winner will receive $200,000 and MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN. Winner will win trophy. 8. Tie BreakerIf two or more competitors are tied for the Point Series Championship after the final event, the tied competitors will compete in a head-to-head tiebreaker race at Paid in Full to determine the Grand Champion.9. Points StandingsUpdated Point Series standings and the current points leader will be posted on the MT Productions website following each Point Series event.10. SafetyDriver must take the following safety precautions to run in the point series:•	Up to date harness•	Helmet •	Fire Suppression •	Fire Suit

Question 3

Point System

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POINTS SYSTEM 1. SERIES FORMATThe championship will consist of four drag racing events.The purpose of the points series is to reward racers for:•   Bringing their race car to each event•   Participating in qualifying•   Having strong reaction times•   Qualifying for the Top 32•   Winning rounds in the Main EventChampionship Format: Best 3 of 4 events count toward the final championship.2.   PROPERTY / SHOW-UP POINTSA racer receives: 25 POINTSfor having their race car on the property and being entered for the event.The car must:•   Be present at the event•   Be entered in the series•   Pass the required technical inspection A no-show receives 0 property points.3.   MAIN EVENT   REACTION-TIME POINTSReaction-time points are awarded for the best legal reaction times recorded during the event.Reaction-Time PositionPoints1st502nd403rd354th305th256th207th158th10A red-light reaction does not qualify for reaction-time points.Reaction-time points may be earned by racers who qualify for the Top 32 and racers who compete in Second Chance.The fifth and final Point Series event, held during Paid in Full, will award double points.4.   TOP 32 QUALIFYING POINTSEvery racer who officially qualifies for the Top 32 receives:50 POINTSA racer who does not qualify for the Top 32 receives 0 Top 32 qualifying points, but remains eligible for the Second-Chance race.5.   MAIN EVENT ROUND POINTSRacers qualifying for the Top 32 earn points for every round they win.Main Event AchievementPointsWin Top 32 Round100Win Top 16 Round125Win Quarterfinal150Win Semifinal175Win Final / Event250Maximum Main Event Round PointsA racer who wins the entire event earns:100 + 125 + 150 + 175 + 250 = 800 round pointsWhen combined with the 25 property points and 50 Top 32 qualifying points, a perfect event is worth:875 POINTS + REACTION-TIME POINTSThe maximum possible event score, including first-place reaction-time points, is: 925 POINTS6.   SECOND-CHANCE RACEAny racer who does not qualify for the Top 32 may compete in the Second-Chance race.Second Chance gives racers an opportunity to continue earning championship points. Second-Chance round points are 50% of the corresponding Main Event round points, rounded to whole numbers.Second-Chance RoundPointsRound 1 Win50Round 2 Win63Round 3 Win75Round 4 Win88Second-Chance Final Win125Second-Chance WinnerA racer who wins the entire Second-Chance race earns:50 + 63 + 75 + 88 + 125 = 401 round pointsThese points are added to the racer's property and reaction-time points.A racer may not compete in Second Chance after qualifying for the Top 32.7.   CHAMPIONSHIP TIE-BREAKERSIf two or more racers finish with the same championship point total, racers will compete head to head to determine championship winner. 8.          SERIES RULES Points EligibilityPoints are awarded only to racers who are officially entered in the series and comply with all applicable event and technical rules.

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