Welcome To The Newport RI Lions Club Website

THE DERBY HOT LINE IS OPEN:

For Questions About The Race CALL (401) 848-5884 or E-Mail ddittmann@cox.net

For Technical Questions CALL (401) 841-5481 during the day or (401) 848-5916 after 6PM
or Email jgomes8884@cox.net.

1. The All-American Soap Box Derby is presented by The Newport Lions Club of Newport, RI, with the assistance of the Viking Riders Club. The winners of this race will receive a a $1,000 check from the Newport Lions Club.

2. The race is open to boys and girls between the ages of 8 and 17. You must be 8 by May 12, 2009 and not turn 18 before August 1, 2010. There will be three racing classes: Stock - The total weight of the car and driver may not exceed 200 pounds; Super Stock - The total weight of the car and driver may not exceed 230 pounds, the “Super Kids” Division, special needs children will be driven down the course in special 2 seated cars.

3. All racers must use car kits provided by the All-American Soap Box Derby. The cost of a white Stock Car kit, wheels and helmet, including shipping, is $567.00. Blue and red Stock cars are available for an additional $15.00. The cost of a Super Stock Car kit, wheels and helmet, including shipping, is $617.00. For the “Super Kids” Division, please call the Soap Box derby Hotline (846-8873). Order forms are available by calling the Soap Box Derby Hotline or on the Internet at www.aasbd.org . You can continue to use these cars in as many All-American sanctioned local or rally races as you want. Rally races are held throughout New England each year and we can provide you with the dates for these events

4. The cost to decal/letter your Stock car with sponsor’s name etc. may add $85.00. Super Stock and Masters cars may be painted. Cost of painting depends on your taste. The entry fee for this race is $75.00. This totals about $800.00 for the first year. After the first year, your only cost is the entry fee. Your sponsor should be aware of this.

5. Most racers have a sponsor to help pay all or a large part of the cost of the car and entry fee. Please discuss ownership of the car with your sponsor. Some prefer to keep the car and pick a different driver each year, while others use the same driver until that driver outgrows the car. lf you need help in locating a sponsor, please let us know. THIS IS A TOBACCO AND ALCOHOL FREE EVENT AND WE DISCOURAGE A SPONSOR IN EITHER BUSINESS.

6. If you have any doubt that you may not be able to fit in a car, please call us. We have sample cars available for you to try before you buy your own car kit.

7. The driver must participate in the car assembly. If the car was raced in a previous year, it must be updated to the rules for the current year. If a new driver is assigned, the car must be disassembled and reassembled by the driver that will race the car.

8. We will have clinics in April 2010 for new drivers to ensure their car is assembled properly and that it meets all safety requirements. New drivers must contact Johnny Gomes at 846-8873 or jgomes884@cox.net.

9. Several rules have changed this year. We suggest that you download and print them from the All American site: www.aasbd.com . Because of the new All American sponsors – Home Depot and NASCAR, several requirements have changed with regards to safety and markings on the cars. You will be required to wear the new style helmet that was introduced two years ago, for Stock and Super Stock Divisions.

10. Please note the following about weight: Consult your rule sheet or call if you have any questions. Weight must be clear of both axles and the rear radius rods by 1-inch minimum. Weight must be clear of radius rod tie block and the brake pulley block by a minimum of 1/8 inch. There is a weight-free zone between the steering pulleys and the original floorboard holes where the brake pedal is mounted. Weights cannot contact the car body. Individual weights cannot be longer than 12 inches in the direction of the car’s length. They can be wider than 12 inches if they do not contact the car body. Weight in the area of the seat cannot be more than 1-1/2 inches high from the floorboard. All weights must be painted and have the weight value marked. You must use only the five 5/16” holes near the center of the floorboard or the two adjustable weight bolts provided in the kit. You may not drill any weight holes in the floorboard or use any other fasteners to mount the weight. Weights mounted to the five holes near the floorboard center should have 5/16” bolts with washers on the top and bottom and the bolts should be cut such that the ends inside the car are not a safety hazard. If you use bar bell style weights, it is required to cut a piece of wooden dowel to fit in the center hole, then drill a 5/16” hole in the dowel so the weight cannot move in the car. These notes cover most of the difficulties we have seen. For a more complete version, see your assembly directions that are available at the clinics.

11. When we receive your registration and bio forms with a check for $75.00, we will assign a number to your car, and we will provide and attach that number to the car during your final inspection. We accept registrations and assign numbers on a first come basis up to 75 cars. After that, all others are in a stand-by category. All applications must be received by April 23, 2010 in order to race.

12. Cars will be final inspected and impounded on Wednesday, May 19 and Thursday, May 20. Cars must arrive with the body shells removed or held with a few screws to facilitate internal inspection. The driver and his/her parent should be prepared to reinstall the body shell after inspection. Cars that cannot be brought up to current rules before the end of impoundment, will not be allowed to race. Test runs will be on Saturday, May 22nd starting at 7:00 AM. The Race will start at 9:00 AM.

For other specific information, questions about assembly or whatever, contact the Soap Box Derby Hotlines - general info – (401) 255-1049 / technical info (401) 846-8873 or email ddittmann@cox.net

For other specific information, questions about assembly or whatever, contact the Soap Box Derby Hotline at 401- 848- 5884. Or Email ddittmann@cox.net