2026 Compact Enduro Rules

                  

SMP 2026 COMPACT CAR RULES 

 

 

Here is what an ENDURO is all about. There will be a maximum of 100 cars that will begin the race at the same time. Pit stops are allowed but they will be made under the GREEN flag.  There will be no mandatory pit stops. If we need to water

the track we will pull cars to the infield to do so.

MUST BE IN LINE FOR SAFETY INSPECTION 2 HOURS BEFORE RACE TIME IF YOUR CAR HAS NOT GONE THROUGH SAFETY TECH YET IN 2026.  AFTER THAT TIME, AND IF TIME PERMITS, WE WILL CHARGE A $20 FINE FOR INSPECTION.  THIS IS SAFETY INSPECTION ONLY.  MUST HAVE INSPECTION STICKER TO ENTER TRACK. TECH INSPECTION IS AFTER COMPLETION OF EVENT.  IF YOU SEE ANYTHING THAT IS UNSAFE AND IT IS NOT CORRECTED TO YOUR SATISFACTION, DO NOT RACE.

Scoring will be all done electronically using the My Laps Scoring System with no need for hand scorers. Each car must have a transponder that is compatible to the My Laps Scoring System, (the cart racing doesn’t work, must be car racing type transponder). If you don’t own your own, we will have rentals available at the track for $30. It is the driver’s responsibility to make sure you have a mount for the transponder. We will perform a transponder check approximately 30 min prior to race time.  

RULES OF THE RACE:

  1. The first car to Complete 200 laps or is Leading the Race at the end of 1 1/2 hours is the Winner.
  2. The race will be started two cars wide with the Green Flag given to the 1st car to line up or by a draw for position.
  3. The start will be a Rolling Start like all other races and cars must hold their positions until the Green Flag is dropped.
  4. Cars that are not running well are asked to move off the race track as far and as quickly as possible to avoid blocking the track and allowing the race to be as continuous as possible.
  5. Red Flags will be used for safety concerns. 2 lap penalty if you pit during a Red Flag deducted after race is complete.
  6. Cars may enter the pits during a Green Flag Race condition. You only enter at the pit entrance. 
  7. Driver changes during the race will not be allowed unless multiple entries are paid.
  8. MANDATORY PIT MEETING FOR ALL DRIVERS 1 HOUR BEFORE RACE TIME.
  9. Officials reserve the right to hold pay if they feel there is a question on finishing order.
  10. Race Receivers will be used to communicate with all Drivers. Race Receivers are MANDTORY. We will have some available to rent if you don’t have your own. Please bring your own ear buds.

CAR AND BODY:

  1. Any 3,4, or 6 cylinder car allowed to participate. NO trucks, vans or all wheel drive allowed.
  2. Driver protection roll bars are REQUIRED.  4 point, 1 1/2” tube minimum.  CAGE MUST BE FRAME TO FRAME AND ABOVE DRIVERS HEAD, WITH HELMET ON.  Top of roll cage should be no more than 1” below roof line, at center of roof.  
  3. The stock gas tank may be used as long as it is in FRONT of the rear axle, otherwise it must be REPLACED with one steel GI outboard gas tank, or Racing Fuel Cell or other approved steel thick walled gas tank, 12 gallon maximum, securely mounted with steel straps (at least two) should be at least 1/8” by 2” steel.  No plumbers strap, bungees, etc. Mount near the front of the trunk so to be protected from rear end collisions.  Tank must be sealed within the trunk.  No plastic fuel filters. 
  4. Stock bumper must be used or a 2x3x3/16 piece of square tubing mounted in two spots no wider than the front wheels and booth ends must be capped.
  5. BUMPERS MUST BE ANCHORED SECURELY BY WELDING, CHAINED, OR STRAPPING.  YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO RACE WITHOUT A REAR BUMPER IN PLACE.  Do whatever you need to do to keep it from coming off.
  6. All doors must be welded, chained, or bolted shut.  Any moon roof or t tops must be covered with metal.    
  7. All glass must be removed. Windshield is optional.  If the windshield is removed, a heavy gauge rock screen with at least 3 metal window supports is required for driver protection.
  8. Mirrors are allowed. No more than 3 mirrors.
  9. All of interior must be removed from the car prior to arrival at the track. Door panels and dash may be left in.
  10. All floor pans and fire walls, both front and rear, must be in place and have any/all holes sealed off.
  11. A 5 point racing harness with lap and shoulder belt is mandatory.
  12. Fire suits are mandatory. Window net, neck brace and fire retardant gloves are highly recommended.
  13. Hoods must remain in place at all times with no more than 4 bolts holding down hood.
  14. Minimal cutting for tire clearance is allowed.

SUSPENSION:                       

  1. Stock spring, struts and shocks only. Stock springs may be altered. No Racing Springs. One (1) rubber spring spacer is legal. It must be full circle, no more than 2” thick.  It is allowed on any corner. Stacking of bump rubbers allowed on the right rear only.  Sway bar links may be different lengths.
  2. Camber is allowed with a maximum of 1.25 inch on the front and 1 inch on the rear measured as the difference from the top of the rim to the bottom of the rim using a carpenter’s square. Camber kits are allowed for camber adjustment only.
  3. One inch (1”) lug nuts are recommended; Valve Stem protectors are allowed.
  4. No bias weight allowed at any time.

TIRES:

  1. Any D.O.T. approved tire is allowed. No studded or race tires allowed.
  2. RACE WHEELS ARE ALLOWED 3,4,5 INCH OFFSETS ONLY. 

ENGINE:

  1. The engine must be strictly stock for that model, make, and year and must idle. It must be in the original mounts and may not be altered in any way.
  2. No turbo charge, supercharged, or rotary engines allowed.
  3. Any air cleaner may be used.

TRANSMISSION AND REAR END:

  1. Stock only.  Brand for Brand only.
  2. Limited slip or locked differential is allowed.
  3. Transmission coolers are allowed and must remain in engine compartment.

MISCELLANEOUS:

  1. The battery may be secured under the hood or in the driver’s compartment in a marine box with a cover securely mounted.
  2. No unsportsmanlike display of temper in the infield or track at any time.
  3. If you’re leaking gas you will be Black Flagged and must leave the track immediately.
  4. Helmets and eye protection must be worn at all times during race conditions.
  5. No consumption of alcohol allowed in the infield area before the race is completed.
  6. A fire extinguisher is required to be mounted securely within the driver’s reach.
  7. Anything not covered in the rules will be decided by officials.  Official decisions will be final.
  8. 1 Pit Person per car allowed on the race track to help the driver with inspection after the race is complete.
  9. Travel in the pits must be done in a safe manner.  Speeds in the pits will never exceed 10 mph.
  10. Questions call Jeff Nelson 507-202-3835

NUMBER ASSIGNMENT:

  1. Numbers will be assigned upon receipt of entry form and payment on a first come first serve basis. No duplicate numbers. 
  2. Entries on the day of the event will be accepted.

  *Iron Man Award* 

The Top 5 Drivers to log the most laps after competing in all events will be awarded the Bonus.

(Must compete in every event of year to be eligible for Iron Man Award)

1st place $250     2nd place $200   3rd place $150    4th place $125    5th place $75

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