Dear Friends, 
It's that time again! We hope you had a very Merry
Christmas and are having a great New Year. Over the winter
months we have had our rules fights (I mean meetings ) and
come up with some changes I think you will all like. Our main
goal is to make it fun and fair for all, "that's not easy" you
can't please everyone, but we are trying.
When this club was formed 7 years ago, by 5 pullers
from Pa. They didn't win very often, but with their hard work,
dedication, and love for the sport the club has grown to over
25 members from three states. These members have built
some of the most competitive pulling tractors in the nation
today. I for one am very proud to be apart of this club. We have
all had our turn at the back of the pack. Where you go from
there is up to you. Keep up the great work ladies and
gentleman. See you at the pulls.
Your friend and fellow puller,
Chairman GGTP Inc.
Ray Evans
General Rules: APPLY TO ALL TRACTORS UNLESS NOTED DIFFERENTLY
ALL TRACTORS MUST BE TECHED & ON CLUB FILES BEFORE REGISTERING TO PULL.
( NO EXCEPTIONS ! )
1. Contest will be governed by committee and it's appointed referees.
The officials decisions are final !
2. At registration each entrant ( in case of entrant under 18, parent/legal guardian) must sign a statement relieving the committee referees, and appointed officials of any liability.
3. Operators under 18 on the day of the event shall have written permission from a parent/legal guardian. Minimum age of operators in the modified classes is 16 years old on the day of the event. Anyone under16 must wear a helmet in all classes.
4. All tractors shall be operated in a safe and orderly manner at all times and must be equipped with working brakes. Referee's may disqualify any unsafe operator from all events.
5. Operators must remain seated and have one hand touching the steering wheel during the pull.
6. Pulling position will be determined by random drawing. Registration will be closed 15 minutes prior to the start of the pull.
7. Each driver may enter only two tractors per class. Each tractor may only pull once per class.
8. Tractors equipped with an electric fuel pump must have a working kill switch at the rear of the tractor to disable power to fuel pump.
9. Draw bar height and tractor weight, including operator, should be checked before the start of the class. After completing your pull, the tractor Must stay trackside until the next puller completes their pull, if questioned, your weight, RPM's, and hitch height will be re-checked by tech officials. If tractor is found to be illegal by any of these means it will be disqualified from that class.
10. Number one puller in each weight class will be test puller and may take the pull or re-pull in third or last position. Test puller must decide before the tractor is un-hooked if he / she will take the pull or re-pull.
11. Tractors must be Two wheel drive, on rubber. No cleats, tracks, dual wheels, tire chains, or steel wheels permitted.
12. Start must be made with a tight chain ( NO JERKING START ).
13. The draw bar must be stationary in all directions and may not exceed more than 6 inches from the back edge of the rear tires. Draw bar height is determined by the class. Hook hole must be a Minimum 1-1/4 inches in diameter, located within 1 inch of the rear edge of draw bar.
14. No weight or bracket may exceed 12 inches from any part of the tractor. Weights must be secured to the tractor. Wheel weight rods must be covered. Vertical rods must not extend higher than seat back. Weights may not be transferable while pulling.
15. Tractor will be disqualified from that class if any safety equipment (guards, shields, etc.) or weights fall off during the pull.
16. Working zone for the track will be 25 feet wide minimum, 150 feet long minimum including a 30 foot shut-down line. Tractors will be disqualified for touching or going over either side of the boundary lines.
17. Any disqualification forfeits the entry fee for that class, and the operator & tractor will be ineligible for any prizes or club points for that entry.
18. All tractors must discharge exhaust above highest point of tractor, or have a working muffler.
19. Off the lawn, stock, & stock altered tractors must be equipped with a working OEM type starter or pull rope and must start without assistance of pony motors. Jumper batteries may be used to aide tractor battery.
20. ALL TRACTORS MUST HAVE WHEELIE BARS IN PLACE (NO EXCEPTIONS) capable of supporting combined weight of tractor and operator. Wheelie bars must be a minimum of 5inches behind the rear most part of back tires and a maximum of 5 inches from the point of ground contact. Wheels must be a minimum width of 1"x 4" with a maximum of 9" in diameter. Skid pads must be a minimum of 1"x 3"and a maximum of 6"x 6".
21. Rear mounted kill switch , dead man throttle , or any other proven safety devices may be utilized , unless otherwise specified.
22. There must be a minimum of three tractors registered to constitute a class.
23. Tractor engines may be protested - $50.00 Off the lawn thru Super Stock - $200.00 for modified. Protest may only be made by another participant in that class, and must be made known to a tech official within 10 minutes of class completion. It is the owners responsibility to prove the validity of engine specifications.
24. Fuel for off the lawn, stock, and stock altered must be available from a gas station for use by the general public, with a maximum octane of 116, no additives of any kind with the exception of lead will be permitted. No oxidizers/ oxygenaters / nitro methane / nitrous oxide/ methanol or mixing of any other fuels permitted.
25. Off the lawn and stock must utilize OEM parts and sheet metal, unless otherwise specified.
26. Carburetors for Off the Lawn & Stock must be as follows: (12 Hp - maximum Venturi of 3/4") (14 HP - 15/16") - (16 HP - 1") with no modifications - Stock Altered - may run reworked stock carburetors.
27. Absolutely no drugs or Alcohol will be permitted while participating or in pit area, anyone caught under the influence or in possession will be removed from the event.
28. Unsupervised children will not be allowed in pit area, or in registration booth.
Prize money will be paid as follows:
1st Place - $20.00
2nd Place - $15.00
3rd Place - $10.00
Additional rule books available at $2.00 each.
Club membership fees:
New membership - $25.00, Spouse - $10.00
$10.00 annual renewal fee per person
New members will receive a free club T- Shirt or hat
Contact a board member for details and benefits.
BOARD MEMBERS:
Chairman - Ray Evans (570) 937-4847
Co Chairman - Jim Anthony (914) 754-0891
Sec./Treasurer - Stephanie Ballard (914) 626-3358
Pull Coordinator - Steve Ballard (914) 626-3358
Senior Tech Official - Vic Stevens (914) 586-4391
Points Official - Roger McKinney (570) 937-4723
OFF THE LAWN - TURF CLASS ( Beginners Class )
Weight Class - 1000 lbs.
RULES: ( One Class Of 1000 LBS.@ GDS Fair only )
1. Tractors must be stock in appearance and have hood, grill, fenders, and seat with back. Electric or mechanical PTO's, lifting mechanisms or brackets if applicable.
2. Tractor frame may not be altered or modified in any way.
3. Engine need not be original equipment but must be available from the factory in that model.
A. Originally rated 20 HP or less
B. 1 or 2 cylinders, 4 cycle gas, or diesel - 3 cylinder in diesel only
C. NO ENGINE MODIFICATIONS !
D. .030" overbore and or head resurfacing allowed
E. Maximum 4000 RPM limit. Tractors found in violation will be disqualified !
F. Gas engines - gas only, Diesel engines - diesel only. No pressurized fuel tanks.
G. No electric fuel pumps (unless original factory equipment)
H. Must utilize stock ignition system.
4. Transmission must be stock and must be original equipment for the tractor. Extra springs or rosin may be used to prevent slippage
5. Hitch may be modified but must not exceed 10 " in height.
6. All tires must be of a turf type, maximum of 23 x 10.50 x 12" or stock for tractor. Widened rims allowed 10.5" rim width maximum. No cut tires or aluminum rims
7. A 15 foot shut down line will be used in the Off the Lawn class only.
Weight Classes: 1st Class - 1000 lbs. (0 - 12 HP )
2nd Class - 1100 lbs. (0 - 16 HP )
3rd Class - 1200 lbs. (0 - 20 HP )
RULES:
1. Tractors must be stock in appearance & have OEM sheet metal hood , grill, fenders & seat ( with back ) in place.
2. Tractor frame may not be modified or wheel base lengthened or changed.
3. Transmission or transaxle must be original equipment for the tractor. Extra springs or rosin may be used. Transmission may be modified to prevent breakage, but must pull in a factory gear ratio, if after market ratios are installed there must be a bolt on lock out to prevent use of those gears.
4. Engine need not be original equipment but must be available from the factory in that model. No mixing or matching of parts allowed.
A. Horse power determined by class
B. 1 or 2 cylinders, four cycle gas. Or up to 3 cylinders diesel only.
C. The only engine modifications are porting and polishing or head resurfacing and relieving allowed. .030" maximum overbore.
D. Maximum 4000 RPM tractors found in violation will be disqualified.
E. Gas engines - gasoline only. Diesel engines diesel fuel only. No pressurized fuel tanks.
F. No electric fuel pumps (unless original factory equipment)
G. Must use stock ignition system.
5. Tires need not be original equipment. Maximum size 26" x 12" x 12"or up to 16"x 8" tires and rims will be allowed if original equipment for that tractor. Widened rims will be permitted.
A. Tread design may be agricultural or turf type.
B. Tire cutting will be permitted any style.
C. No professional pulling tires or paddle type tires.
6. Hitch may be modified but may not exceed 13" in height.
Weight Classes:
Single Cylinders - 1s Class - 1000 lbs. Up to 18 HP, 36 cu. in. or less 2nd Class - 1100 lbs. Up to 18 HP, 36 cu. in. or less
Twin Cylinders - 1st Class - 1100 lbs. Up to 25 HP, 60 cu. in. or less 2nd Class - 1200 lbs. Up to 25 HP, 60 cu. in. or less
RULES:
1. Tractors must be stock in appearance and have hood, grill, fenders, and seat (with back ) in place. Mixing and matching will be permitted.
2. Tractor frame may be modified to accept non original engine, but may not be lengthened. Wheel base may be changed to a maximum of 56".
3. Transmissions must be commercially manufactured for a garden tractor. Gear ratios may be changed to non stock ratios. Mixing and matching will be permitted. Clutches and drive line may be modified. Professionally made billet flywheels may be used. No excessive vibration will be tolerated.
4. Engine must be commercially manufactured for a garden tractor or a direct replacement. Mixing and matching will be permitted.
A. Engine must maintain stock appearance. No intake standoffs , velocity stacks, or turbos. Must use OEM intake manifolds
B. Engine may be modified maximum .040" overbore. Stroke may not be changed. Billet heads may be used.
C. Maximum RPM's , single cylinder flat head - 4500, single cylinder OHV - 4000, Twins - 4250. Tractors found in violation (will be disqualified)
D. Gas engines - gasoline only, Diesel engines - diesel fuel only. No pressurized fuel tanks.
E. Electric fuel pumps may be used .
F. Must use stock type ignition system.
G. Cooling fans must be shrouded.
5. Tires need not be original equipment. Maximum size 26' x 12" x 12"up to 16" x 8" if original equipment for that tractor any tread design, cutting will be permitted -any style. No paddle tires. Widened rims will be permitted.
6. Hitch may be modified but may not exceed 13" in height.
7. Horse power and cylinders determined by class.
8. Front weights may not extend more than 7 feet from the center of the rear axle to the farthest point forward.
Weight Classes: 1st Class - 1050 lbs. 2nd Class - 1100 lbs.
RULES:
1. Tractors must be stock in appearance and have hood, grill, fenders, and seat in place.
2. Tractor frame may be modified to except non original engine, but may not be lengthened.
3. Transmissions and rear axle housings need not be original equipment for the tractor, but must be originally manufactured for garden tractor use, interior parts may be modified. Professionally made billet fly wheels may be used.
4. Engine need not be original equipment, but must meet the following rules:
A. 1 or 2 cylinder
B. 4 cycle
C. Originally manufactured for garden tractor use
D. Originally rated 20 HP or less
5. 1/16" metal shields must be provided over all belts- pulleys- chains- etc.
6. 1/8" metal shields must be provided over turbo chargers
7. 1/8" metal shields must be provided 360 degrees around the fly wheels and clutch (1/4" steel shields if cast iron fly wheel is used )
8. Oxidizers ( i.e. nitrous oxide ) and or pressurized fuel tanks will not be allowed there are no other limitation on fuel or fuel systems.
9. Tire rim diameter may not be larger than original equipment. Rim width need not be original size. (No Duals) There are no other limitations on type or size of tires .
10. The hook hole in the draw bar will be a minimum of 11/4 inches in diameter. The material around the rear of the hole in draw bar must be equal to a 5/16" chain and no more than 1".
11. Helmets are required to be worn whenever tractor is hooked to the sled.
12. Tractors must be equipped with a kill switch at the rear of the tractor. The ring must have a 1" diameter for connection to the transfer sled.
Weight Classes:
1st Class 1300 lbs 2nd Class - 1400 lbs. 3rd Class - 1500 lbs.
RULES:
1. Tractor may be home made, but are limited to 8' in length, from center of rear axle to the farthest point forward, including weights.
2. Engines will be limited as follows:
A. Internal combustion, piston or rotary type, no turbines.
B. Any combination of single or multiple engines, not to exceed 4 pistons or 2 rotors total.
C. Original displacement may not exceed 2300cc for piston type engines or 1600cc for rotary type engines.
D. .060" over bore allowed for wear.
E. No blowers, turbos may be used on diesel engines 2000cc's or less. Only #2 diesel fuel, no alcohol or other additives permitted.
F. Cooling fans must be shrouded.
3. Any type ignition is permitted.
4. Fuel and fuel systems are limited as follows:
A. Carburetors or fuel injected systems only for piston type engines. Carburetors only for rotary engines.
B. No oxidizers ( nitrous oxide ) or pressurized tanks.
C. Gas, diesel fuel, alcohol, octane boosters , and lead additives are the only permitted fuels.
5. Maximum overall tire size is 31 x 15.50 x 15 inches.
6. Tire tread pattern may be bar or turf type, cutting is allowed any style, no paddle tires.
7. 1/16" thick metal shield must be provided over belts, fans, etc., 1/8" thick metal shield must be provided over chains.
8. 1/8" x 4" wide steel shields must be 360 degrees around fly wheels and clutches on automotive style engines and must extend at least 4" from engine block over bell housing.
9. 1/8" thick metal shields or approved safety blanket must be around top 180 degrees of automatic transmission.
10. 1/8" thick metal shields must be provided on both sides of engines. Each shield must be as long as the block and must extend from frame rails to the under side of the cylinders.
11. 1 �" x 1/4" thick steel or 1 �" x 3/8" aluminum band must be provided 360 degrees around drive shaft securely fastened to frame.
12. Tractors must have fenders, to protect driver from rear tires.
13. Tractors with automatic transmissions must be equipped with a positive reverse lockout to prevent accidental engagement.
14. Helmets are required to be worn, whenever tractor is hooked to the sled .
15. Tractors must be equipped with a kill switch at the rear of the tractor. The ring must have a 1"diameter, for connection to the transfer sled.
16. All tractors must have a working fire extinguisher.
17. Hitch height must not exceed 13 inches.
POINTS SYSTEM
1. You do not have to be a member of the club to receive and accumulate points.
2. To be eligible you must pay a one time registration fee of $5.00 for each tractor ( per weight class ) for the year.
3. All points money must be paid prior to the event for the points to be collected. Example: If you want your points to count for the 1st sanctioned pull you must register and pay before the start of that pull. You may not count back pulls if you register at a later pull.
4. Points will be accumulated by the tractor not the puller.
5. All points pulling tractors must display a number on them and on the registration forms at the time of registration. Failure to have said # will result in no points being awarded. Last years numbers will carry over - the rest are "First Come First Serve"
6. No points will be given for any disqualification !
7. If there are 10 or more sanctioned pulls, 2 pulls points will be automatically dropped. If there are between 6-10 sanctioned pulls, 1pulls points of the lowest score will automatically be dropped. Classes with less than 6, no points will be dropped. Points will be dropped by individual weight class.
8. If the end of season points race results in a tie, it will be broken by comparing the number of 1st place finishes during the season. If a tie still exists, 2nd place finishes, 3rd place finishes, etc., will be counted until the tie is broken.
9. End of year awards will be given to the top three places of each weight class.
Points are given as follows:
1st - 15 place points + 5 hook points = 20 point
2nd - 14 place points + 5 hook points = 19 points
3rd - 13 place points + 5 hook points = 18 points
4th - 12 place points + 5 hook points = 17 points
5th - 11 place points + 5 hook points = 16 points
6th - 10 place points + 5 hook points = 15 points
7th - 9 place points + 5 hook points = 14 points
8th - 8 place points + 5 hook points = 13 points
9th - 7 place points + 5 hook points = 12 points
10th - 6 place points + 5 hook points = 11 points
11th - 5 place points + 5 hook points = 10 points
12th - 4 place points + 5 hook points = 9 points
13th - 3 place points + 5 hook points = 8 points
14th - 2 place points + 5 hook points = 7 points
15th - 1 place point + 5 hook points = 6 points
16th or lower = 5 hook points only
The amount of points money collected will determine trophy size.
CLASS ORDER
STOCK - 1000 LB. ( 0 - 12 HP.)
STOCK / ALTERED (single)-1000 LB. (up to 18 HP- 36 cu. in.,or less)
SUPER STOCK - 1050 LB.
MODIFIED - 1300 LB.
STOCK / ALTERED (twin) - 1100 LB. (up to 25 HP-60 cu. in., or less)
SUPER STOCK - 1100 LB.
MODIFIED - 1400 LB.
STOCK / ALTERED (single) - 1100 LB. (up to 18 HP- 36 cu. in., or less)
STOCK / ALTERED (twin) - 1200 LB. (up to 25 HP- 60 cu. in., or less)
MODIFIED - 1500 LB.