Tech Inspection Line-up Revised 4-09-09

All cars must pass the following criteria to compete in the Supermileage Challenge!

STATION 1 - Vehicle Safety

1. New Vehicle Verification. Older model vehicles must be able to explain changes to this year’s car. 1-B-5

2. Stock Engine is box stock? Muffler, air cleaner, spark plug, etc.. Governor can be removed! l-B-1

3. Fire extinguisher of proper size and type (gauge reads full), and placed in an operational position? ll-G

4. Helmet & required eye protection? (motorcycle type DOT or SNELL certified) II-D

5. Safety Flag Mount. The flag will be given at the completion of Technical Inspection. II-O

6. Seat Belts Required. Must be automotive type-quick release. II-N

STATION 2 - Vehicle Structure

7. Brake Test. Driver and vehicle will be placed on the 15 degree ramp, and the driver must hold the vehicle on the ramp without any downward movement. II-E-1

8. Longitudinal stability (15 degree Ramp Test) (Driver must maintain driving position -steering wheel turned lock to lock)? I-D

9. Exit ability - Can the driver exit the vehicle in less than 15 seconds? II-J

10. Driver visibility? A full 180 degrees, 90 degrees of straight ahead. II-L

11. Mirror check? Both mirrors-engine running, (with vibration=geometric shapes). II-K

12. Idle test? - can the engine idle without stalling or moving the car? I-G

13. Exterior kill switch clearly marked with 2" square of bright color? II-A

STATION 3 - Vehicle Maneuverability

14. Turning ability- can the vehicle turn in a radius of under 35 feet? I-C

15. 2-3 Kill switches are 1/2" paddle, toggle type? (Driver’s compartment, pit crew, original on engine. Check both switches engine running- third switch on the engine should be functional Test all 3 switches.) II-A

16. Welds are sound? (Good quality, penetration!) II

17. Wheels mounted securely? II

18. Steering system secured? II

19. Substantial roll cage encloses driver? ** 2" above helmet of all Drivers. * This is to protects all drivers from road contact and from other cars. I-A-4,II-B

20. Floor and side of drivers compartment totally enclosed & constructed of substantial material? **This is to protect the driver from road contact and from other cars. I-C

STATION 4 - Vehicle Components

21. Fire wall seals the engine compartment from driver? II-I

22. Exhaust system correct and properly vented? II-H-all

23. No fuel or lubrication leaks. All push on fuel fittings are clamped? No more than 24” of clear and colorless line. II-E

24. Car equipped to safely support official fuel tank? Check Bottle & Official Filter. II-E

25. Moving power train components guarded from accidental contact? II

26. Batteries mounted & strapped safely? (for starters, or for use with optional on-board equipment) I-H

27. Electric start - meets modified restrictions? l-H-1 all