"Return of the Halloween 24-Hour" Portland International Raceway, Portland OR

Version 1 Sept. 3, 2014
Optima Batteries ChumpCar World Series Proudly Presents
"Return of the Halloween 24-Hour"
Portland International Raceway, Portland OR
October 24, 25 & 26, 2014 5+13+6 Format
OPTIMA BATTERIES
DISTRIBUTION EVENT!
Details inside…
BACK WHERE IT ALL STARTED…PORTLAND!
Back in October 2009, a brand new road course endurance racing series was just hitting the
motorsports scene…making its debut at Portland International Raceway! How many of you chumps
were there to experience this epic 24 hour overnight event, which was red flagged in the wee hours
of the morning due to unprecedented fog? Take a moment to relive this momentous event by
viewing https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UlOynuOTpTU. Following that event, the City received
“a few calls” regarding the purr of race cars after hours, ending the track’s overnight racing program.
After growing to 70+ races in 3 countries annually, ChumpCar was determined to bring back some
form of 24 hour racing to Stumptown!
This road course is almost perfectly flat, runs clockwise, includes a hard chicane at the end of the
front straight and involves twelve turns at length of 1.967 miles.
Portland International Raceway
Address: 1940 N Victory Blvd, Portland, OR 97217
Phone: (503) 823-7223 www.portlandraceway.com
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Entry Fee: $1200 (includes 1 car entry + 3 drivers)
Add’l drivers $50 each, Crew $20 each
Transponders: If needed, $50 transponder rental
Crew & Driver Membership Fee 2014: $20 more details below
Registration Deposit: $250
Format: 5+13+6 Hours
Payment Deadline: 10 September 2014 / $200 Late Fee if missed deadline. If the registration
system hits you with a $200 late fee before 9/10/14, simply pay your balance less the $200
and email [email protected] to have the late fee reversed.
*** Remember that ChumpCar’s policy is no more than 37.5 cars per mile of asphalt. Space
permitting, we’ll take team entries up until Oct. 24th***
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Registration must be completed on-line at www.ChumpCar.com as outlined in ChumpCar
Rules, Section 6. Entries and Teams
If you have any questions re: the rules, technical items, valuation, etc., please feel free
to contact ChumpCar West Region Technical Director, Mr. Chris Wilhelm, at
[email protected]
Registration assistance can be provided by contacting Marcia Blas at
[email protected].
P.O. Box 1541
Morgan Hill, CA 95038
www.chumpcar.com
[email protected]
CHUMPCAR 2014 MEMBERSHIP INFO...
Per the email blast last month (and the Forum post
http://forum.chumpcar.com/index.php?/topic/11097-club-membership-required-dues/), there are
some advantages to both drivers and crew to purchase their 2014 $20 prorated membership fees
either online (see below) or at the track this weekend with Marcia.
Drivers Benefit: For 2015 event registration which opens Nov. 1, 2014, you must be a member.
Purchasing your 2014 membership provides you with a two month advantage for registering for next
year’s events. More below.
Crew Benefit: With membership, you receive free crew entry to remaining 2014 races. So for the
same $20 you’ll pay for a Crew band at PIR this weekend, you can pay your $20 2014 membership
and receive entry to all remaining 2014 events.
To recap...if a team is not racing with us after 15 September 2014, they don't have to have a 2014
membership… they need not be a member until they want to race with us again. After 15
September 2014, any participation with ChumpCar will require a paid membership (including the
November Chumpionship Las Vegas).
However, teams need to note that if they plan on making 2015 event reservations and paying a race
deposit once the 2015 schedule comes out (on 1 November), they will have to be a member to
access the on-line registration process, so they may have to pay the 2014 membership dues
anyway. For certain 2015 events, they may be put on a waiting list if those events fill-up while
they're trying to save a few bucks by delaying paying their 2014 membership dues. Regular 2015
membership dues will open and be available for payment on 1 January -- that's 2 months of preregistration that they'll be behind the curve on. What this does is it provides CURRENT members
with an advantage to register early for next year's events.
To purchase your membership online, visit https://www.chumpcar.com/register/main.php:
P.O. Box 1541
Morgan Hill, CA 95038
www.chumpcar.com
[email protected]
SCHEDULE
FRIDAY 24 OCTOBER 2014
7:00am
8:00am – 11:00am
11:00am
11:45am
11:50am
12:00pm
5:00pm
5:00pm – 5:30pm
5:30pm
Gates Open/ChumpCar to Pit Lanes & Paddock Area
Tech/Registration/Gear Check in Timing Tower/Paddock
MUST BE IN LINE BY 10:00AM, SEE BELOW
Mandatory Drivers Meeting/Paddock
Gates to exterior of track close until end of race, see below
Cars on Grid
Green Flag
Checker Flag*
Impound
All cars removed from hot pit lane; moved to paddock to
accommodate PIR’s Friday night drag events.
* Race begins at 12:00pm and ends promptly at 5:00pm regardless of when the green flag is
dropped, weather impact or any red flag delays.
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All teams are required to complete Tech/Registration! Should you arrive after
10:00am on Friday, ChumpCar will not be able to conduct Tech Inspection on your car
until after the green flag at 12:00pm and when ChumpCar staff becomes available once
the race is successfully underway. WE’RE ON A VERY TIGHT SCHEDULE! Don’t show
up at the last minute; cars in line for Tech by 10:00am will be processed…the rest of you
late birds will watch the race start without you!
If you already have a 2014 Annual Tech Sticker, you are not required to bring the car
through the Tech line. However, you are required to bring your log book to West Region
Tech Director, Chris Wilhelm for sign-off and advise him of any cheaty additions or
changes to your car BEFORE PROCEEDING TO REGISTRATION.
If you cannot make Friday’s Tech & Registration hours, please contact
[email protected] ASAP; we’ll try to make other arrangements.
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Teams must print their Tech Inspection forms before arrival and fill-out all forms before
entering the Tech line. AND BE SURE TO BRING YOUR LOG BOOK. New teams will
receive one during Tech. And veteran teams who have lost their Log
Book…hmmm…that could be real bad 
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REMEMBER THAT THIS TRACK HAS AN INTERIOR PADDOCK AREA THAT IS NOT
ACCESSIBLE BY VEHICLE FROM THE OUTSIDE DURING THE RACE (I.E., WHILE
THE TRACK IS HOT). It is advisable that all teams park a service car outside the
paddock, near the foot bridge, for all fuel runs, off-track service, parts and supply needs.
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BE SURE TO CHECK THAT YOUR GEAR HAS NOT EXPIRED PER CHUMPCAR’S
RULES, SECTION 3. For example, you will not be allowed to run with an SA2000
helmet. Snell SA2005 or SA2010 is mandatory. FIA 8860-2004/2010 certification is
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acceptable. NEED EQUIPMENT? We highly recommend Armadillo Racing
(www.amadillloracing.com); be sure to call Andy Armadillo at 888-211-9129 or email at
[email protected]. He offers great starter packages for Chumps. Andy will be
at the track on Friday and Saturday!
BE SURE THAT YOU HAVE THE PROPER CAR NUMBERS APPLIED TO YOUR RACE CAR
PER RULES, SECTION 9.5…OR YOU WON’T RUN!
Download Panel & Light
Installation Guidelines at
https://app.box.com/s/rjqjt60ag1r
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Headlights/Door Lights: Headlights AND Door Lights are required for this race, please refer to
Rule Section 9.5.5. Number Illumination Section 9.7. Headlights, Taillights and Brake Lights. If you
do not yet have door lights, they can be ordered online at the ChumpStore (allow 2 weeks for
delivery).
Sound Limits: A 92dB noise restriction will be strongly, strictly and unimaginably enforced. (Own a
rotary? Don't even think about running here without a stock muffler system.)
Novice School: Novice school will not be held for this event. If you have any green bean drivers,
please have them download a copy of the ChumpCar driver handbook at
http://tinyurl.com/chumpcarhandbook. And as always, they can contact us at
[email protected] with any questions…we’re here to help!
Saturday Schedule 25 October 2014:
7:00am
8:00am – 8:30am
8:30am
8:50am
9:00am
10:00pm
10:00pm – 10:30pm
Gates Open
Last minute Gear Check
Mandatory Drivers Meeting/Paddock
Cars on Grid
Green Flag
Checker Flag*
Impound
* Race begins at 9:00am and ends promptly at 10:00pm regardless of when the green flag is
dropped, weather impact or any red flag delays.
P.O. Box 1541
Morgan Hill, CA 95038
www.chumpcar.com
[email protected]
Sunday Schedule 26 October 2014:
7:00am
8:30am
8:50am
9:00am
3:00pm
3:00pm – 3:30pm
3:30pm
5:00pm
Gates Open
Mandatory Drivers Meeting/Paddock
Cars on Grid
Green Flag
Checker Flag*
Impound
Awards Ceremony – You don’t have to podium to win!
All teams must vacate the track; no overnight
camping in paddock
* Race begins at 9:00am and ends promptly at 3:00pm regardless of when the green flag is
dropped, weather impact or any red flag delays.
Portland Supplemental Rules
Driving and Track Supplemental Rules:
 SR1 – Pit Lane Speed Limit is 25 mph. (That’s about 1,500-2000 RPM in second gear for most
cars.) The speed limit shall be in effect for the entire length of the outer pit wall. Paddock
Speed Limit is 15mph and paddock traffic will run in one direction only.
 SR2 - Sound Limits: A 92dB noise restriction will be strongly, strictly and unimaginably
enforced. (Own a rotary? Don't even think about running here without a stock muffler system.)
While ChumpCar’s db limit is 92, the track’s db level is reduced to 90 db after 10:00pm each
night….we need to be extra vigilant in our attempt to keep the noise down.
 SR3 – At this time, we do not anticipate assigning pit stalls. Paddock spots and pit stall lanes
are available on a first-come, first-served basis. HOWEVER, in the event we do end up with a
large field, pit stalls will need to be shared. We will keep teams posted on this so that you’ll the
opportunity to request to share a stall with your fellow chumps. And if car count exceeds pit
lane capability, the paddock will be used for pit stops.
Again, Pit lane stalls will not be assigned (nor available for reservation) but rather available on a
first-come, first-served basis. NEW – WE ASK THAT YOU MARK YOUR STALL ON HOT PIT
LANE IN SOMEWAY WITH YOUR CAR NUMBER SO THAT PIT MARSHALS MAY FIND
YOU. Duct tape made into your car number on the pavement in front of your pit stall works
well…again, on the hot pit lane side 
Pit & Paddock Supplemental Rules:
 SRPP1 – Fueling of all race cars shall be completed by use of 5-gallon plastic jugs and funnels,
hoses or other fueling adapters as specified in the BCR. Jugs must have sealable lids/caps.
Metal fuel drums or other fuel containers (no overhead fuel rigs) and caddies with manual
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pumps (no electric pumps) and hose lines are allowed to re-fill plastic jugs but are not allowed
for re-fueling race cars. All fuel storage must be maintained on the ”cold” side of the pit wall or
kept within your transporter.
Effective 2014, all fueling / gasoline catch pans MUST:
1) be manufactured of metal or sturdy, chemical-resistant, vacuum-formed plastic
2) maintain a minimum 3" lip around the entire circumference or edge
3) must hold a minimum of 1-gallon (4-quarts) of liquid
4) must be larger than 12" square or 12" in diameter and shall not exceed 24" square or
24" in diameter
Notation: flat drip pans or trays (whether metallic or plastic), rugs, cardboard and/or any
other so-called "container" is no longer approved for use.
 SRPP2 – All teams shall have one (1) fully-charged 10LB ABC fire extinguisher in their pit area.
All teams shall have one (1) 10LB bag of kitty litter or other reasonable absorbitant for oil leaks
and/or fuel spillage in their pit area. Having a broom handy is also be advisable.
 SRPP3 – Drivers may remain in the car during fueling and driver changes may also be
completed PROVIDED VISORS ARE KEPT DOWN. All engines and electrical kill switches
must be off during fueling. NO WORK ON ANY CAR SHALL BE COMPLETED DURING
REFUELING. (Note: Replenishing of cool-suit or drinking liquids is considered additional work
and is not allowed. Cleaning of windshields has been disallowed from approved operations.)
 SRPP4 – All work and/or repairs that can be made to your race cars in under thirty (30) minutes
may be executed in the Pit Lane; all repairs requiring more than 30 minutes time must be
completed in the Paddock Area. A penalty of 1 lap for every five (5) minutes of work in the pit
lane that exceeds 30 minutes shall be levied.
 SRPP5 – Those involved in fueling race cars must wear a Nomex driver’s suit, gloves and fullface helmet WITH VISOR DOWN. No crew members, tools or staged fuel jugs are allowed
over the wall until the team car has come to a complete stop in the pit box. Only one fuel jug
over the wall at a time!
Any team member over the wall (including fire bottle attendant) while fuel is being added to a
race car must wear fireproof safety equipment. This includes fire suit, gloves and helmet with
visor down. Balaclava and goggles are no longer accepted per the 2014 rules. Non-driver, crew
members may utilize a single-layer suit without underwear, but gloves and full face helmet with
closed visor are required. Other than non-open toed shoes, shoes and socks are open for nondriving crew members performing (re)fueling but fireproof socks and leather shoes are HIGHLY
advisable.
 SRPP6 – Electric, propane or kerosene heaters within the “cold” side of the pit wall are allowed
provided all heating elements or flame sources are directed away from any flammable material
and are kept a minimum of 20’ from any fuel storage. No open flame stoves or BBQs are
allowed in the cold pits. However, BBQ’s are allowed in the transporter parking area and
paddock area, provided all BBQ’s are supervised at all times, a fire extinguisher is within 15’ of
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the open flame, and all open flames are (at a minimum) 30’ from all race cars, fuel storage or
other flammable sources.
 SRPP7 – All cars, used or junk parts too big for a normal trash can, empty fuel drums and
anything else you brought with you must be taken out with you.
 SRPP8 – Portland’s road course has limited pit lane and front straight track lighting, as well as
minimal pit/paddock area lighting. Be advised that ambient lighting may not be sufficient for
fueling or mechanical repairs. Therefore, teams are advised to consider alternate power
and lighting sources. Teams are also advised to consider outfitting all team members with a
good flashlight.
OPTIMA BATTERY DISTRIBUTION/ALL CHUMPS:
ChumpCar and series sponsor, Optima Batteries is pleased to host another battery distribution
event at PIR! Batteries will be distributed to each team who presents a completed Log Book on
Saturday night, October 25, from 3:00pm-5:00pm at Race Central at the Timing Tower in the
Paddock. If your team has previously received a battery from ChumpCar, you are not eligible to
receive another battery. When you receive your battery, the battery serial number will be noted for
warranty exchange purposes. And be advised that we have no input as to which model of battery is
delivered by Optima…yellow, red, or blue top…we get what we get.
If you are not racing, you can still present your team’s Log Book to receive your battery. At this time,
there is no shipping of teams’ free batteries…get your chump rump to a battery distribution party!
Other Info That You Need To Know…
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS & YOU LOVE TO EARN RACE CREDITS
We’re looking for folks to work as pit marshals, pit in/out, etc. If you have extra folks with your posse or
your crew/drivers who want to help earn race credit, please contact us ASAP at
[email protected]. Even a 4-hour shift helps the cause and you earn $50 race credit for a half
shift (i.e., 4 hours) and $100 race credit for a full shift …and we feed you & water you! Volunteers
must sign-in with registration coordinator Marcia Blas when they arrive at the track; you’ll be issued a
sexy orange safety vest and a ChumpCar radio. When you complete your shift, you must also sign out
with Marcia in order to receive your ChumpChange.
P.O. Box 1541
Morgan Hill, CA 95038
www.chumpcar.com
[email protected]
Pit Passes – Spectators and Guests: $20 pit pass for Friday, Saturday & Sunday which includes
in & out privileges (or $10 per day). Children 16 and under are free when accompanied by an adult.
All teams, drivers, crew, family & friends are required to have a wristband anywhere & everywhere
on the PIR property. And to be on hot pit lane, you must have a $20 crew wristband. Btw, all dogs
must be on leash at all times and all children must be watched closely in the paddock, live track
area.
Concessions: The raceway food concession stand will be open for the event.
Living Timing: We will be broadcasting Live Timing via both www.ChumpCar.com; look for the Live
Timing button in the upper right-hand corner of the Endurance page. An app for iPhones & Android
is available for a small download one-time download fee…called Race Monitor. Learn more at
http://www.race-monitor.com/.
Purse/Trophies/Chumpionship Qualification:
Friday 5-Hour - First Place $600; Second Place $400; Third Place $200
Saturday 13-Hour Race - First Place $800; Second Place $500; Third Place $300; Fourth Place $200
Sunday 6-Hour Race - First Place $600; Second Place $400; Third Place $200
*If less than 35 entries, 75% of purse rounded to the nearest $100 will be awarded, issued in
redeemable ChumpChange (see Rules Section 1.5 Winners & Awards). And some really nice
trophies and all the bragging rights. The Top 10 finishers will qualify for an invitation to the 2014
Chumpionship to be held at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on November 22- 23, 2014 provided they
have participated in two (2) ChumpCar events this year!
Designated ChumpCar Hotel: Portland Days Inn, 9930 N Whitaker Rd, Portland, OR 97217
(503) 289-1800. Be sure to ask for the heavily discounted ChumpCar room rate.
Overnight Camping: Overnight camping will be allowed on Friday and Saturday night at no charge
(no camping on Thursday or Sunday nights). Tent camping is OK.
Barbecues: BBQ’s are allowed in the paddock area, provided all BBQ’s are supervised at all times,
a fire extinguisher is within 20’ of the open flame, and all open flames are (at a minimum) 30’ from
all race cars, fuel storage or other flammable sources.
Alcohol/Smoking: And as with all ChumpCar races, absolutely no alcohol during the
race…including your team guests (it’s grounds for immediate removal of your car and team from the
race and property…period). And glass is never allowed on property. NO SMOKING ON PIT LANE
(HOT OR COLD).
Fuel: Fuel will NOT be available at the track, so plan ahead. It is advisable that all teams park a
service car outside the paddock, near the foot bridge, for all off-track service, parts and
supply needs.
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Onsite Equipment Vendor: Once again Armadillo Andy Collins from Armadillo Racing will be
onsite Friday and Saturday to support your racing equipment needs. Andy can be reached at 1888-211-9129 or by email at [email protected].
Radio Equipment Vendor: We recommend series sponsor Sampson Racing Communications. If
you need something in advance, be sure to call Shawn or Morgan at 866 396-7231,
[email protected] or www.sampsonracing.com.
Pit Vehicles: Pit vehicles are allowed in the paddock (but not anywhere else on track or off
pavement), and must obey the 10 mph paddock speed limit. No one under 16 allowed on any ATV,
golf cart, motorized bike, scooter or skateboards. Any pit vehicle violations will result in penalty laps
to the associated team.
Track Walk: People may walk or ride a bicycle on the track after hours with permission from track
management. Nothing motorized; no scooters, barstools, ice chests, golf cars, race cars, passenger
vehicles or skateboards (yes, there is a story).
Weather: We’re racing, regardless of the weather or meteorites!
Auto Parts Stores:
Auto one
4803 North Lombard Street, Portland, OR 97203 1.6 mi SW
(503) 289-6800
Baxter Auto Parts-Delta Park, 9444 North Whitaker Road, Portland, OR 97217.8 mi SE
(503) 285-2548 baxterautoparts.com
Knecht's Auto Parts, 7515 North Mississippi Avenue, Portland, OR 1.6 mi SE
(503) 283-9000
Napa Auto Parts, 430 Northeast Columbia Boulevard, Portland, OR 2.0 mi SE
(503) 285-0441
Wrecking Yards:
B & R Auto Wrecking
511 N Columbia Blvd, Portland, OR 1.5 mi SE
(503) 285-2611
Affordable Auto Wrecking
12001 North Portland Road, Portland, OR 1.1 mi NW
affordableautowrecking.net
(503) 285-6152
A Better Deal Auto and Truck Recycling
9501 North Columbia Boulevard, Portland, OR 3.2 mi W
Auto Adventure
125 Southeast Clay Street, Portland, OR 6.0 mi S
205 Auto Salvage, Inc.
5605 NE 105th Avenue, Portland, OR 7.1 mi E
P.O. Box 1541
Morgan Hill, CA 95038
autowrecking.net
(360) 891-5996
(503) 238-6218
(800) 336-2562
www.chumpcar.com
abdautoparts.com
autoadventure.net
205autosalvage.com
[email protected]
The Supplemental Rules May Be Updated Without Notice. Teams Are
Advised To Check Them With Regularity And
Print A Copy For Reference Prior To Coming To The Event.
BRING A COPY OF THESE SUPPLEMENTAL RULES
TO THE DRIVERS MEETING FOR A CHANCE TO WIN
A BenchtopPRO Parts Washing System Kit ($349
VALUE) compliments of Andy’s Auto Sport. To learn
more, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-BHi7lBKtY &
http://www.andysautosport.com/shopbybrand/the_benchtoppro.html.
www.andyautosport.com
Thank you to Andy’s Auto Sport!
P.O. Box 1541
Morgan Hill, CA 95038
www.chumpcar.com
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