GARDEN TRACTOR PULLING CONTEST
Sponsored by Northwest Gravel
Section 1 Dept 22
Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. - Knapp Show Arena
Ryan Dombrowski, Superintedent, 12020 Wood Rd., Albion, PA 16401 • (814) 756-5872
Ken Kiedaisch, Asst. Superintendent, 9937 Rt. 6N, Albion, PA 16401 • (814) 756-0721
CLASSES
Ages 10 -15 Only
Lawnstock 700 lbs. 13 Hp & under
Lawnstock 950 lbs. 13 Hp & under
Stock 950 lbs. 13 Hp & under
Ages 10 and Over
Stock 950 lbs. 13 Hp & under
Stock 1050 lbs. 16 Hp & under
Stock Twin Cyl 1050 lbs. 20 Hp & under
Modified Stock 1050 lbs. 20 Hp & under
Stock Altered 1100 lbs
Premium Pay Outs 1st 2nd 3rd
$25.00 $15.00 $10.00
Pull will be made on dirt track
Weigh-in at track between 5-7 p.m.
ALL CONTESTANTS MUST USE BEST AVE. TO ENTER FAIRGROUNDS
RULES:
1. All pullers must wear shoes, helmet, shirt and long pants.
2. Pullers and track personnel, only, allowed in the pulling area.
3. Puller and track personnel only allowed on the track unless others are authorized, personally by superintendent.
4. Whenever the sled is pulled back to the starting line, the next driver has two minutes to hook up and start his pull, after the sled is set.
5. The number one puller will be the test puller and may take the pull if working condition of the sled is satisfactory, as determined by the track judges. He may then have the option to take a second pull in the third position and forfeit the first pull distance. If the sled needs adjustment, the first puller after each adjustment will pull as the first puller of the class. All decisions must be made
before the puller is unhooked from the sled. On any re-pulls caused by equipment malfunction, the puller will immediately
rehook. If the number one puller is disqualified on his test pull, he is still able to take a second pull (in the third position).
6. Once a puller drops out of the class, he may not re-enter the class.
7. Tractors can only be used in one class pull, drivers may compete in different classes on different tractors.
8. If the tractor touches lines or the sled hits the markers, the driver will be disqualified.
9. Puller may stop before the 25 foot marker and repull as long as they did not cross the side lines. Each puller will be given two attempts to start sled within 25 feet.
10. All tractors will be weighed and hitch height checked with the driver sitting on the seat, and with his/her helmet.
11. Front weight bar measured from center of rear axle forward may not exceed 84 inches. Rear weight bar and weights measured from center of rear axle backward may not exceed 18 inches. Tractor width including weights and bars may not exceed 4 feet, and must fit on the scales. All weights and bars must clear the scales to avoid damaging the equipment. If the tractor fails to clear
the scales (the weight bar or weights hit) you will be disqualified for the day or until the problem is rectified.
12. Weights may be moved from one place to another after weigh in as long as no more weight is added. Tractors will be confined to a line up area after crossing the scales. Any tractor leaving this area will be disqualified.
13. All weights must be safely secured to the tractor. No weights are permitted on seat or deck and can not be higher than the seat. Anything lost during the pull is cause for disqualification. If the front of the tractor tires are in the air when the flagman flags the tractor indicating the pull is over, and the contact with the ground causes an object to be lost; the puller will not be disqualified.
14. Top 3 tractors in each class must weigh out.
15. All pullers must start with a tight hitch. All tractors must have a stationary minimum 11/2 inch horizontal “D” ring or a horizontal hitch approved by the track official. No portion of the tractor may interfere with the weight transfer machine, chain or hook during the pull or while being hooked or unhooked.
16. Any tractors may shift gears without stopping during the pull.
17. No adjustments can be made as the tractor is pulling down the track.
18. All classes must have a tractor type seat with a back or aluminum with a 3 inch back and the seat must stay in position during the pull. The driver must remain in the seat, but not on the seat back, with one hand, full grasp (no finger tipping) on the wheel at all times and both feet remain straddling to the tractor or be disqualified.
19. Tractor puller must keep their machines under control at all times on and off the track as determined by the track judges. No excessive speed will be permitted on the grounds of the pull. There will be only one warning, the second time you will be told to load up and leave and your entry fee will not be refunded.
20. All tractors must have a hood, grill, seat and fenders suitable for protecting the driver; and all pulleys and belts must be covered, except the starter generator belt. If tractor is not equipped with the factory side shields then you must have a 1/8 inch solid shield or 3/16 aluminum secured on opposite side of cam to top of the block on modified and stock altered class tractors.
21. All tractors must have working brakes and working reverse. Stock altered may choose not to have working reverse, but then must unhook themselves.
22. Only four cycle tractors are permitted.
23. Exhaust may be altered to straight pipe, but must discharge vertically, at 90 degrees upward.
24. No dual wheels, tire chains, studded, ATV, mini sprints, 4x4 tractors, implements or webs are permitted.
25. Pump gas only, must meet .750 specific gravity. No alcohol fuels. No electric fuel pumps except in stock altered class. No
pressure tanks. No additives.
26. All tractors must have stock ignition.
27. Wheelie bars are required for your safety. Wheels must be 1 1/2 inches wide, minimum. Pads must be in a fixed position and 1 1/2 inches wide, minimum with a 3 square inch coverage minimum. Wheels or pads measured from trailing edge of the tire to the front edge of the wheel or pad must be 5 inches and no higher than 5 inches from the ground. Stock, modified and altered stock class tractors must have a kill switch and it must be in operation and easily accessible.
28. Fighting between pullers will be grounds for disqualification of all parties involved. Complaints
will be heard and ruled on in a reasonable manner. Any and all protests made to a rule violation by an individual (plaintiff) must be accompanied by a $100 fee which will be refunded to the plaintiff if the other person (defendant) is found to be in violation of any rule. If there is no violation of the rule, the money will be given to the defendant.
29. If the track official senses a violation or failure to comply with these rules, he may without the
posting of the $100 request that the tractor in question prove compliance to the rules. This may happen at any time.
30. No drinking of alcoholic beverages or use of illegal drugs will be permitted on the grounds of the event and no intoxicated or drug impaired driver will be permitted to pull.
31. Drivers may not smoke cigarettes, cigars or pipes while hooked to the weight transfer machine.
32. Registration closes 15 minutes before the pull is scheduled to begin. Drivers must arrive early, pick their classes and register. No changing of classes will be permitted after the pull begins.
4-Wheel Drive Pulling Contest Sponsored by Zimmer’s Service Center
Section 1, Dept 22
Wednesday, 6:30PM Knapp Show Arena
Allen Mikovich, Superintendent
14160 W. Cherry Hill Rd Albion, PA 16401 (814) 450-7224
Weigh in with driver between 12PM and 5:30PM Scales close at 5:30PM.
All contestants use Best Ave Entrance
Waiver: A waiver is required to be signed by all participants. If participant is under the age of 18, the waiver must be signed by a parent or legal guardian.
Prizes:
ON STOCK ONLY
A. First Place --------------------------------$30, trophy
B. Second Place------------------------------$25, trophy
C. Third Place--------------------------------$20, trophy
D. Fourth Place-------------------------------$15
E. Fifth Place---------------------------------$10
Open Class Gas Stock
A. First Place ---------------------------------Trophy, no cash prizes
Diesel Class
A. First Place ---------------------------------Trophy, no cash prize
General Rules:
1. No alcohol or drugs permitted
2. Drivers must show proof of:
a. Proof of ownership and insurance
b. Must be street legal
c. Must have valid drivers license
d. Every driver must wear a seatbelt
3. Vehicles will pull a transfer sled
4. Vehicle must remain within designated guidelines during pull
5. Distance of pull is 125 feet
6. Each vehicle will have one try to pull the required distance. In the event a vehicle fails to pull the required distance, vehicle will be placed in order of distance pulled.
7. Two vehicles must qualify to receive prizes
8. Load must be started from a tight hitch. No jerking
9. Driver’s window must be half-way up
10. During pull, drivers must keep hands, arms, and head in the truck at all times
11. Must have windshield clean of numbers. We assign numbers
12. Once weighed-in trucks are not permitted to leave pulling area
13. Must have stock gas tank, not in bed or cab of truck
14. NO sharing of weights. Subject to IMMEDIATE DISQUALIFICATION
15. No excessive spinning will be allowed, once load cannot be moved. The decision of the judges is final
16. If damage is caused to vehicle and parts or fluids hit the track, it is cause for disqualification.
17. A driver will be eligible to drive only one vehicle in the contest
Stock Truck Rules:
1. Open to any 4-wheel drive vehicle that is street legal on rubber tires. NO dual wheels. Subject to inspection. Committee’s decision is final.
2. Must have stock hitch or factory hitch, maximum 26 inches high must be at extreme rear of bumper. Must be secure, no floating hitches, hitch must hold a 3-inch hook.
3. No front mounted weights or spare tires permitted. If weight is needed, it must be in cargo area. No weight permitted in passenger area. No weights in cab area or engine compartments. No hanging weights permitted anywhere on truck
4. Open exhaust allowed during pull only
5. Suspension must be stock with the exception of lift kits or extra spring leaves/ No blocks between frame and axle and no solid suspension with the exception of rubber snubbers so long as one inch of play remains
6. Engine and drive train must be completely stock, one four barrel on stock intake allowed
7. Stock class can have two performance upgrade of the following;
a. Aluminum intake
b. Headers
c. Clamps or springs
d. Suspension blocks
e. Open element air cleaner
f. Traction bar
8. Stock trucks with more than two performance upgrade will move to open class.
9. NO excessive front bumpers (this will be a judges decision)
10. Vehicles will compete in the following weight classes, NO DIESEL:
a. 4250 lb class
b. 5250 lb class
c. 6050 lb class
d. 7000 lb class
**Each truck must reweigh after their pull is complete.
All winners must complete name address, phone number to receive prize money
11. No trailered trucks
12. Anyone interested in helping is welcome. Contact Super or Asst Super for information.
Open Gas Stock Class Rules:
1. Inspection tech will inspect vehicle prior to entering scale house
2. Open Stock class can have more than two performance upgrade of the following;
a. Aluminum intake
b. Headers
c. Clamps or springs
d. Suspension blocks
e. Open element air cleaner
f. Traction bar
3. Vehicle will compete in the following weight classes for open gas stock, NO DIESEL:
a. 5,000 lb class
b. 6300 lb class
*Each truck must reweigh after their pull is complete.
4. Stock trucks with more than two performance upgrade will move to open class
5. Any other modifications not listed will move the truck into the open class. Inspection Tech makes the final decision.
6. Must have stock hitch or factory hitch maximum 26 inch high. Hitch must be at extreme rear of bumper. Must be secure. No floating hitched. Hitch must hold 3-inch hook. The hitch must bolt no further than rear plane if rear differential.
7. Stock snowplow frames allowed. No snowplow pump, motors, or cylinders.
8. No dual tires
9. No trailered trucks
Diesel Stock Class Rules
1. Must pull from rear bumper or Reese Hitch
2. DOT tires only. No cut tires. No dual tires allowed
3. Diesel fuel only. No propane enhancers or injectors.
4. No changes of pulling vehicle from manufacture original intentions
5. Certified tech will check diesel trucks prior to weighing
6. Excessive smoking will be grounds for disqualification. Final decision made by judges and or Certified Tech
7. Stock snowplow frames allowed. No snowplows pump, motors, and cylinders
8. Vehicles will complete in the following weight classes:
a. 8000 lb class
*Each truck must reweigh after their pull is complete.
Superintendent Bill
Bolte
10140 Thrasher Road, Cranesville, PA 16410
814-881-8652 or 814-756-3811
Assistant
Superintendent Bill Bolte, Jr. 814-440-1878
All Drivers must use the Best Avenue to Enter
Fairgrounds
Weigh-In 3 PM –
6:45 PM Driver must remain on tractor during Weigh-In
1. Anyone disrupting
the event or feels they need to argue with the judges
or other pullers after a decisions has been made, will
be escorted off fair grounds by fair security.
2. Open to tractors
1960 and older.
3. Pullers must be a
minimum of 12 years old at the time of pull.
4. All pullers must
sign a waiver at registration time. Pullers 12 to 18
years old must have a parent or guardian sign and be
present at the time of pull.
5. Any Tractor with
its engine running must have an operator sitting in
the seat at all times, If the operator needs to leave
the seat, the engine shall be turned off or have
another operator must get into the seat. NO
EXCEPTIONS!
6. All Tractors must
have working brakes.
7. Weights must be
bolted on.
8. No weight can be
bolted in the driver area. (Meaning Floor or seat
area)
9. Tractors can only
pull in one weight class
10. Registration
closes at 6:45. No registrations will be accepted
after that time. NO EXCEPTIONS!
11. Any tractor
leaking excessive fluids will be grounds for
disqualification at the discretion of the committee.
12. All tractors will
be in stock conditions the came from the factory with
no pulling enhancements modifications. Stock block and
naturally aspirated (Exception: Tractors originally
equipped from the factory GM two-stroke diesel
engines). Stock head, manifold, carburetor and air
cleaner. Replacement manifolds are to be replacement
parts accepted for that make and model tractor. Stock
engine RPM. Engine parts not in parts books for that
specific tractor cannot be used.
13. No racing on aviation
gasoline octane booster permitted. Tractors must be
dynamometer on the fuel used for the pull.
14. All tires are to be no
larger or smaller than two sizes over or under factory
original. No cut tires, radial tires or chains.
15. Tractors will pull from
original factory drawbar as measured at top drawbar or
at pull point, stationary in all directions, with a 17
maximum height and 22‖ minimum length from the
center of the axle for 6500 lb. class and under. 20‖
maximum height and 25‖ maximum length for 7000
lb. Class and over.
16. Factory clevis or shackle
may be used, straight or twisted type with a minimum
of 2-1/2‖ hole, bolted or pinned tightly with
spacer to drawbar. Pull plate material will be
allowed; material cannot be thinner than ¾‖ and
not thicker than 1-1/4‖. Plate must have a 2-1/2‖
hole with 1‖ material thickness around the hole.
The drawbar must remain inside the open of the clevis.
Any tractor pulling the NON fixed drawbar [i.e Draft
control, three point hitch or two point hitch] MUST
SECURE THE HITCH IN THE LOCKED POSITION. All tractors
without stationary hitches will pull exhibition only. TOP
OF HITCH ADJUSTER CANNOT BE ABOVE CENTER LINE OF AXLE
OR HUB. Except for factory mounts.
17. All tractors will be
checked by the tech crew and could be subject to a
dynamometer and tachometer testing. All decisions of
the tech crew, safety committee, and track officials
are final.
18. Track officials will stop
the pull at any time they feel the tractor or driver
is unsafe or the front wheels have exceeded 16".
19. No shifting of gears
during the pull-including torque amplifiers.
20. Tech crew will determine
if the driver is capable. Driver cannot be under the
influence of drugs or alcohol. Driver must remain
seated. Driver must weigh-in tractor and maybe subject
to re-weighing after pulling.
21. Participants will have 3
minutes to get their tractors to the line upon notice
of class line-up; or the line-up committee can
disqualify them.
22. Appearance; only parts
from the parts book for that model of tractor are
allowed. Seats must be stock or a replacement seat
with stock mountings. Replacement alternators or
straight exhaust pipes are allowed. Stock side shields
allowed if factory equipped. Tractor and wheel weights
will be to an acceptable width, not exceeding 8"
6"
23. Weight
Classes:
2500 lbs. and under
3000 lbs. and under
3500 lbs. and under
4000 lbs. and under
4500 lbs. and under
5000 lbs. and under
5500 lbs. and under
6500 lbs. and under
7000 lbs. and under
7500 lbs. and under
24. Rules subject to
change.
25. All tractors that
show up may pull exhibition.
26. 3
MPH WILL BE USED THIS YEAR> ONE WARNING HORN WILL
BE GIVEN> A SECOND HORN WILL MAKE IT EXHIBITION. NO
EXCEPTIONS.
27. ANY
UNFORSEEN PROBLEMS OR OVERSIGHTS WILL BE RULED ON BY
PRESENT COMMITTEE MEMBERS.RULING WILL BE FINAL.
28. Driver must
remain on tractor during weigh-in.
Friday, 11 a.m. - Grandstand
Jeff Schmidt, Superintendent
Fred Swift, Assistant Superintendent
Tawnya Gibas, Secretary
ALL CONTESTANTS MUST USE BEST AVE. TO ENTER FAIRGROUNDS
(Weigh-in from 8:00 a.m. - 11 a.m. at scales by Knapp Show Arena)
ALL TRACTORS MUST BE WEIGHED-IN PRIOR TO 11 A.M. NO EXCEPTIONS. CLASS A & B TRACTORS WEIGH IN EARLY, YOU WILL BE PULLING EARLY.
RULES:
1. No alcoholic beverages permitted.
2. Open to any farm-owned and operated tractor on rubber tires.
3. Tractor will pull from factory drawbar. No pulls from 3 point hitch! HITCHER MUST HAVE CLEAR ACCESS TO DRAWBAR!
4. Drawbar heights are as follows:
• Classes A, B & C will pull from factory drawbar not to exceed 18 inches in height as measured to the top of the drawbar.
• Classes D & E will pull from factory drawbar not to exceed 20 inches in height as measured to the top of the drawbar.
5. Tractor will pull a mud boat with cement blocks.
6. Distance of pull will be 20 feet.
7. Each tractor will have two trials to pull the load 20 feet. All second pulls will be started in the same designated spot. This spot will be determined by the judges. A driver must take his second pull in his normal rotation. In case a tractor fails to pull the load, the tractor will be placed in order of distance pulled.
8. ABSOLUTELY NO TRACTOR WILL BE WEIGHED-IN AFTER 11:00 A.M. THIS RULE WILL NOT BE WAIVED AT ANY TIME. WEIGH-IN EARLY!
9. Tractors will compete within the following weights:
Class A - Not to Exceed 5,000# Class D - Not to Exceed 12,500#
Class B - Not to Exceed 7,500# Class E - Not to exceed 15,000#
Class C - Not to Exceed 10,000#
10. Two tractors must qualify to receive prizes. Any tractor without competition may pull in the next heavier class.
11. The load must be started without jerking as each jerk will be counted as one try. DRIVER
MUST REMAIN SEATED AT ALL TIMES. Rocking the load will not be permitted. THE DECISION OF THE
JUDGE(S) IS FINAL AND IS NOT OPEN TO DISCUSSION. DISPLAYS OF UNSPORTSMANLIKE CONDUCT WILL NOT BE TOLERATED. YOU WILL BE DISQUALIFIED AND ASKED TO LEAVE THE FAIRGROUNDS.
12. All weights such as concrete blocks, anvils, railroad irons, high lifts, log chains, etc. will be barred from the contest in the
interest of safety.
13. No excessive spinning will be allowed, particularly after the load cannot be moved. THE DECISION OF THE
JUDGE(S) IS FINAL AND IS NOT OPEN TO DISCUSSION. DISPLAYS OF UNSPORTSMANLIKE CONDUCT WILL NOT BE TOLERATED. YOU WILL BE DISQUALIFIED AND ASKED TO LEAVE THE FAIRGROUNDS.
14. If there are less than four tractors to compete in any one event, second and third prize only will be given. If less than three, second only will be given.
15. The winner in each class may compete in the next higher class, pulling in last position.
16. The Fair Association will offer the following premiums: first prize of $50; second prize, $35; third prize, $25; fourth prize, $15; fifth prize, $10.
17. A driver may only drive one tractor in the contest.
18. No advance entries necessary.
19. In case of dispute on weight, the disputed winner must weigh out.
20. No weights may be moved after the contest begins.
21. All contestants will be assigned a number to be displayed on the tractor.
22. 4-wheel drive tractors not allowed. No dual wheels allowed.
23. All tractors must have functioning brakes
24. There will be a mandatory drivers’ meeting prior to the pull.
25. In the interest of safety, the only people permitted in the pulling area are
committee members and pullers of the current class.
26. The Tractor Pull Committee reserves the right to render a decision on any circumstances that are not addressed in these rules, and to cancel any or all parts of the contest in the interest of safety.
27. Any leakage of fluid from any tractor can be cause for disqualification at the discretion of the committee. ALL CONTESTANTS MUST USE BEST AVE. TO ENTER FAIRGROUNDS
11651
Route 6N, Albion, PA 16401 • (814) 756-5281
Art Harrington, Asst.
Superintendent,
12270 Carter Rd., Albion, PA 16401
RULES AND REGULATIONS:
1. No alcoholic beverages permitted.
2. Horse and pony teams will compete separately.
3. Teams will be driven and hooked by one driver only.
4. There will be three field judges and one scorekeeper.
5. Four place rosettes, plus a teamster’s rosette (men and women) will be awarded.
6. Events will be judged on time, accuracy and horsemanship.
7. Scoring will be as follows:
A. Timed by stop watch from the time team steps over starting line until contestant stops on last log and notifies the scorer or timekeeper.
B. One point will be given for every one-eighth (1/8) inch from boundary line in court.
C. In case of a tie in time and points, it will be up to the field judge to make final decision.
8. Court will be 43-1/2 yards long, divided in three (3) equal parts with reference stakes at side of court. Court will be 14 feet wide.
9. Lowest score, that is a combination of points added to total elapsed time in seconds, wins.
10. 50 point penalty to each out of bounds.
11. Exhibitors and 4-Hers only compete for ribbons and trophies
12. Participant can only participate in one class. ALL CONTESTANTS MUST USE BEST AVE. TO ENTER FAIRGROUNDS
