Greg,xanthrum wrote:Randy -- I am so glad that you pointed that out -- I do not know how to write the rules and we will shortly be announcing a Big Rig "B" Division - where as you can build a car exactly as you have described - with out a pin, with out 18 wheels .... like a Fire Truck -- A Russian Missile Launcher, a Train, etc. Essentially a Wide Open Division that Craftsmanship and design can be used to the fullest extent. I just need some assistance and direction in crafting or coming up with some bases for some type of rules for the Big Rig "B" Division - -Not Semi Trucks but rather just a cool Big Rig... Please send any and all recommendation to me -- I will immediately get these posted on the website... I like Simple Easy to Inspect - that keeps the Spirit of the Division Fun and based on Craftsmanship .
Well, you might want to craft those "B" division rules such that if you don't get enough entries for two truck divisions that the semis can run instead in the "B" division. So, make the "B" division rules have the same width, min and max overall length, rail clearance, and overall weight as the semis. Maybe keep the BSA wheel requirement.
So, here's what I would propose:
Section I - Same as Big Rigs
Section II. Body Specifications
+ You can use a BSA Big Rig Kit or Beta Craft Kit or you can make your own as long as it meets the Body Specifications. Bodies can be made out of Pine, Balsa, Basswood, Aspen, to name just a few any material may be used that does not interfere with the equipment or the other trucks
+ Width - not to exceed 3 3/8 inches
+ Length – Minimum length is 17 inches, maximum length is 19 inches
+ Height – Must have clearance under Finishing Gate – not to exceed 6 ½ inches, Minimum height requirement of 3 inches
+ Center Rail Clearance – Must clear the center rail which is 1 5/8 inches wide by ¼ inch tall along the entire length of the vehicle.
+ Weight – The overall weight is not to exceed 25.0 ounces – 711.5 grams measured on Official Race Scale
+ Body Design – may be enhanced by adding other stable materials such as plastic, metal, or details. All additions must be firmly attached and conform to size specifications. No loose materials will be allowed.
+ No Part of the truck can extend beyond the starting peg on the track what so ever.
Section III - Same as Big Rigs
Section IV - Remove the number of wheels requirement from the Big Rig rules.