THE OFFICIAL BABY GRAND RULE BOOK
Effective Date:
January 21, 2003

 

INTRODUCTION: The rules contained in this manual are drafted with the intent of providing fair and equitable racing for owners of BABY GRAND STOCKCARS. The rules and specifications set forth in this manual shall not be given a strained or tortured interpretation and shall be applied in a logical manner, keeping in mind that it can not specifically cover all possible situations. The word "shall" or "can" (either positive "shall" or "can" negative "shall not" and "can not") is mandatory. The word may is permissive. If an item is not covered by these Rules, the Chief Steward shall make an Official Ruling. These rules are an attempt to give every individual the chance to be competitive at any BABY GRAND Event in the nation. These rules are also designed to develop orderly conduct at racing events, both on and off the track. No express or implied guarantee of safety will result from publication of, or compliance with these rules and regulations. They are intended as a guide for competition, and in no way rule out the chance for injury, disability, or death to participants, spectators, or others. It is the responsibility of each participant to inspect for and determine that his or her individual safety is not jeopardized during an Event. These rules are subject to change in whole or in part. Changes may also occur through special bulletins or upgrades from the factory. The rulebook or bulletin insert with the latest publication date shall prevail. Changes go into effect on publication date, not the date that competitors receive notice. It is the responsibility of the participant to know, and comply with these rules. If a Member is unclear on the Rules or content herein, the Member may send a written request for clarification to BGSCA by e-mail, fax, or mail to the Sanctioning Body at the address in Section 1.4. Verbal interpretations will not be given. After the Sanctioning Body receives your request, a three-member panel consisting of the two Driver representatives on the Rules Committee and an appointed representative of BGSCA will consider the request. Upon thorough examination of the Rules and their original intent, a ruling will be made. This ruling will be mailed to the requesting Member, the Distributor, the BGSCA Official for the Region, and to National BGSCA Officials. The BGSCA Rules contained in this manual shall prevail at all BGSCA Sanctioned Events. If there is a dispute or disagreement in interpretation of these rules, the ruling of the BGSCA Official shall be binding and final.