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meatbag
January 03, 2017 at 05:35:46 AM
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Is there anything happening with the proposed rule of the "5" dzus' on mud covers this year?


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staggerman
January 03, 2017 at 06:39:38 AM
Joined: 12/01/2004
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For Woo.

December 17,

WoO Craftsman Sprint Series 2017 Rules Bulletin #1

15.9 Wheels

D.) Wheel covers: it is highly recommended that wheel covers have a minimum of 5 mounting points. However, both 5 and 3 mounting point wheel covers will be allowed for competition under the following conditions: Beginning with the 2017 racing season wheel covers having a minimum of 5 attachment points may continue to use dzus fasteners. Said dzus fasteners must be made of steel only. Wheel covers having only 3 attachment points must be bolted-on at all 3 points utilizing a minimum 5/16”, flanged steel bolt and an approved fastening (nut assembly) system.

Approved fastening (nut assembly) systems: Keyser Manufacturing, part #100 7-101.

Optional fastening systems that are equal or superior to the above approved system will be readily approved at the sole discretion of WoO Technical Officials.

The above information is subject to change per World of Outlaws guidelines.

December 20, 2017

WoO Craftsman Sprint Series 2017 Rules Bulletin #2

15.5 Chassis/Frame

X.) Carbon Fiber: No carbon fiber parts, excluding torque tubes and brake rotors, will be allowed in the suspension (includes radius rods), steering components, or drive line.

The above information is subject to change per World of Outlaws guidelines.



MoOpenwheel
January 03, 2017 at 08:53:43 AM
Joined: 07/27/2005
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Who sells the steel dzus buttons to replace the aluminum ones in wheels covers?  They need the step to put the plastic washer on to keep them on the cover.  We're thinking just drill 3 more holes and run 6 to keep them even.  That will work with Weld beadlock rings but not with some other brands.  Only issue is the newer covers have the hole partially recessed in the lip.  That won't be easy to deal with.    

The bolt option doesn't look bad either.  $15 per beadlock ring and $21 for a set of bolts for a cover.  MIght take a little longer to put them on and take off but probably not much.  




Keyboard Jockey
January 03, 2017 at 10:42:36 AM
Joined: 04/16/2014
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I think Sanders made 5 tab beadloc rings for several years but have any of the other wheel companies addressed this? Looking at Weld's website there is no mention of anything other than the 3 tab design. 



410orbust
January 03, 2017 at 12:37:54 PM
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Bolt kits are available at Behling Racing (262)783-7474. They are trick. I cant figure out how to post a picture of them.

 

 

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staggerman
January 03, 2017 at 01:38:12 PM
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410orbust
January 03, 2017 at 03:19:47 PM
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Posted By: staggerman on January 03 2017 at 01:38:12 PM



Thank you!



Jake B.
January 03, 2017 at 08:52:46 PM
Joined: 10/21/2005
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I remember hearing about this last year and I'm still not sure of the reasoning behind the rule changes.  Was there a rash of wheel covers coming off that I didn't hear about?  Or is this someone's idea of preventing a potential problem that may not exist?


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oswald
January 03, 2017 at 11:14:14 PM
Joined: 11/30/2004
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A mud cover did get into the stands somewhere. The lawsuit is still ongoing.  Not going to give everyone any details cause I may not remember them properly. 




turn4guy
January 04, 2017 at 12:11:15 AM
Joined: 04/23/2015
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Gotta move to steel. It doesn't matter if there are 9 mounting points , when they get worn out from being taken on and off 50 times a week, they will fall out. Steel will increase the longevity. It's one of the most dangerous things at a racetrack. 



saphead
January 04, 2017 at 06:34:43 AM
Joined: 11/30/2004
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Reply to:
Posted By: Jake B. on January 03 2017 at 08:52:46 PM

I remember hearing about this last year and I'm still not sure of the reasoning behind the rule changes.  Was there a rash of wheel covers coming off that I didn't hear about?  Or is this someone's idea of preventing a potential problem that may not exist?



I've seen a few go flying off in the last couiple years. One came off of a car heading into the 1st turn at Eldora like a frisbee and landed somewhere behind the bleachers near the souvenir trailers. Could've been bad. 

 



Jake B.
January 04, 2017 at 10:07:12 AM
Joined: 10/21/2005
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Wow, thanks for the info guys.  I don't believe I've seen this happen before so I didn't know it was an actual problem.


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