ATTENTION ALL DRIVERS!!!

All Shadbowl races will require the use of a RACEceiver radio system!!!

Coyer Enterprises and Hall Electronics are possible sources. Check their web-site for prices

The 2008 season marks the sixteenth year of Classic Modified Dwarf Car racing in the Ohio area. Once again, the association has partnered with Shady Bowl Speedway in DeGraff, Ohio to offer a full schedule of pavement races throughout the summer.

Classic Modified Dwarf Cars are 5/8 scale replicas of vintage coupes and sedans such as the '32 Ford coupe, the '34 Vicky, the '37 Chevy and the '40 Ford Sedan. Total weight must be more than 1240 pounds with driver, with a wheel base of 73" and a maximum width of 62". The cars are of all steel construction, with a 1X2-inch rectangular tube frame rail, and a full roll cage of round mild steel tubing. Body panels are made of sheet metal or aluminum, and fiberglass on an exception basis. Each car features an adjustable coil-over suspension front and rear, with an offset rearend from a Toyota or Datsun. Options include four wheel disc brakes and rack and pinion steering. A motorcycle engine limited to 1200cc powers the car, with the engine set sideways in the frame rails to permit the driveshaft to attach to the cycle sprocket. All major motorcycle manufacturers are represented, with the Suzuki GSXR and Kawasaki ZX engines the most popular. Both gas and alcohol may be used. The stock transmission provides five to six gears to select from depending on track size, while the stock clutch and starter permit quick line-ups and restarts. The key to the low cost approach of the Classic Modified Dwarfs is a hard compound 13" Goodyear tire limited to a maximum width of 8". The tires limit the effectiveness of high dollar engine and suspension modifications, and keep racing fun and affordable. Safety requirements include a firesuit, five-point harness, approved helmet, quick release steering wheel, fire extinguisher and fuel cell.

Dwarf Car packages are available from local dealers for as little as $7,000 for a complete car package without engine. Basic chassis packages can be obtained for less than $2,000. Used rolling chassis are available, often for well under $3,500.  Used engines can be purchased for $1,000 to $2,500, and can be used in stock condition. (Check our LINKS page for access to www.dwarfcarracing.com, featuring a popular classified message board for cars and parts.)  Weekly maintenance costs are very low, typically requiring only fuel, oil, spark plugs and filters. Engines typically complete an entire season without a rebuild, and tires rarely need replaced.

Dwarf car racing has had an outstanding safety record throughout the country.  Full roll cages, five point safety harnesses, fireproof suits and fuel cells are required. Regular, thorough inspections encourage fun, competitive, and safe racing.

by Issacs Photography