Ozark Mountain Super Shifters By-Laws (updated 3/30/23)
Board Members
A term is 3 years
Board members can be re-elected
The Director will also serve as a board member
An election will take place annually at the Spring Meeting
o The Director will call for nominations
o Each paid OMSS member will get 1 vote
o Votes will be on written ballots
o The nominee receiving the most votes will be elected
o If there is a tie there will be a subsequent vote between the 2 nominees in the tie
2023 Board Members
David Steward, Director
Justin Clark
Chad Davidson
Ron Niles
Charlie Reay
Secretary-Treasure
Amy Steward
Vehicle Requirements
Standard, manual transmissions required. Must have a foot operated clutch. Shifting must be
done manually by the driver. Hydraulic clutches are allowed. The following are not allowed:
o Magnets
o Clutch turbos
o Air cylinders
Nitrous oxide, turbos, superchargers and electronic fuel injection are allowed
Only fullbodied, rear wheel drive cars and trucks will be allowed
All vehicles must pass NHRA, IHRA, OMSS and Track Tech Inspection
Cars must dial:
o 10.99 or faster in ¼ mile
o 8.99 or faster in 1,000 feet
o 6.99 or faster in 1/8 mile
Computer, electronic and airshift are not allowed
Electronic devices, throttle stops and delay boxes are not allowed
RPM rev limiters, play back tachs and commercially available data recorders are allowed
Racing fuel and racing alcohol (legal weight) are allowed
All vehicles must have an engine diaper or belly pan system
All cars, drivers and equipment/gear must meet NHRA/IHRA Safety Rules
Rearview mirrors are strongly recommended
Driver’s name must be on the driver side window and legible from the tower
ET dial must be on the front window and tower side window and legible from the tower
Each car must display 2 Ozark Mountain Super Shifter logo decals
Sponsor decals should be 2”x 5” in dimension
NOTE: ANY DEVICE NOT MEETING TECH COMMITTEE INSPECTION MUST BE REMOVED PRIOR TO THE
START OF THE FIRST ROUND OF ELMINATIONS.
Membership
Annual membership fee is $150 and must be paid prior to the Spring Meeting to vote for the
current calendar year
All new members and cars must be approved by the Board of Directors prior to membership
money being accepted
Members are also responsible for providing sponsorship money as follows:
1. Have 1 sponsor that pays a minimum of $500 in sponsorship money
OR
2. Pay $350 in personal sponsorship money (if a member joins late in the season with less than
½ of the scheduled races remaining this fee will be $175)
Alternate drivers for a sponsored car pay the $150 membership fee only
The Board of Directors has the right to accept, reject and revoke the membership of any racer
that does not meet the OMSS requirements. This includes:
o Race car appearance
o Conformation to the bylaws
o Racer/crew conduct
$100 Cars
Racers with cars meeting the OMSS rules and inspection may race an unlimited number of races
paying $100/race
Payout as follows:
o 4 round race—2 nd round $75, 3 rd round $125, Runner-up $200 and Winner $250
o 5 round race—2 nd round $75, 3 rd round $100, 4 th round $150, Runner-up $200 and
Winner $250
Sponsors
Each racer is eligible for the following for each $500 sponsor they bring to OMSS:
1. 10% return to cover the cost of decals, entertainment and miscellaneous costs
OR
2. 3 complimentary t-shirts
Each car must display 2 decals for every $500 sponsor
o Upon receiving decals you have until the next race to put them on your car
o Failure to display all decals may lead to payout withholding
Track Entry Fees
Most tracks give free entry to the driver and 1 crew member
o In the case that free entry is not provided it is expected that the fee is paid at the gate
o Please refrain from leaving crew names for free admission at the gate if they are not
traveling with you
Tech
Cars should be taken through the track tech prior to time trials on race day
Some tracks offer a tech sticker good for the season. In this case you do not have to tech as long
as you have the season sticker, and your car has passed inspection and is registered with the
track.
Tech inspections can be done at any time by the OMSS Director and BOD
The decisions of the Director and BOD are final
Driver’s Meeting
There will be a driver’s meeting prior to the first round of eliminations in the OMSS pit area
If your car is broke please let the Director know ASAP
There is a $50 entry fee which should be paid prior to the meeting. Failure to do so could result
in a $20 fine.
o All race entry fees will go into the Top 10 Points Fund and paid out at the Annual
Banquet
Drivers will draw chips to determine ladder pairings
o If you are unable to attend the meeting you can send a representative
Starting Line/Race
Push starts are allowed
One burnout across the starting line is allowed—it is a courtesy to inform your opponent
Dry hops should not cross the starting line unless instructed by the starting line personnel
Full five-tenths tree—please practice courtesy staging
ET dial can be changed in between rounds with lane choice being given to the faster car in each
pairing
During elimination rounds the car committing the first or worst foul is eliminated
If the winner has broken but was staged it does not have to make the run. In this case the car
must break the beam in order to return for the next round. If the winner is unable to return for
the next round both cars are eliminated.
Reruns require tower consultation, agreement by both drivers and OMSS BOD approval
Drivers should get paired up for a smooth transition in the staging lanes for the start of our class
Bye car will run last in our class
Points
Points are awarded to each driver in designated OMSS Points Races
Mid-race car swaps are not allowed
100 points awarded to each driver for showing up with their car and paying $50
25 points awarded for each car staging under it’s own power. Note: engine does not have to be
running after the completion of the burnout
25 points are awarded for each round advance. Example: 5 round race winner gets 250 points
and runner up gets 225 points.
Race winner gets an additional 2 points and runner up gets 1 additional points
One drop race will be allowed per season. The driver will choose which race they would like to
drop.
Payout
Payout could vary per race
Payout is determined by track payment and annual sponsorship money
Winner is typically $600-$700, Runner-up $400-$500 and on down to first round loser at $75-
$100
o This is determined by total dollars allotted to each race and car count
Consolation race will be allowed when time and the track allows
o First round losers are eligible
o $20 entry fee
o Winner gets 66% and Runner-up gets 33%
o A ladder will be drawn if necessary
Rain Policy
In the event of a rainout before completion of the 1 st round the entire race will be rescheduled if
possible
Show up points will be awarded to those in attendance (100 points)
If 1 st round is completed the race will not be rescheduled
Payout will be determined by the BOD with consideration of the track’s payment
o There is a possibility if the race is cancelled between the 1 st and 2 nd round the 1 st round
losers might be overpaid. This will be corrected at the next race.
If a rainout occurs on a Saturday night and the track offers to race on Sunday we would consider
this if we could retain enough cars. We would make every effort to satisfy the track and earn
their payments. Show-up and payout will be determined by the BOD.
Board Members
A term is 3 years
Board members can be re-elected
The Director will also serve as a board member
An election will take place annually at the Spring Meeting
o The Director will call for nominations
o Each paid OMSS member will get 1 vote
o Votes will be on written ballots
o The nominee receiving the most votes will be elected
o If there is a tie there will be a subsequent vote between the 2 nominees in the tie
2023 Board Members
David Steward, Director
Justin Clark
Chad Davidson
Ron Niles
Charlie Reay
Secretary-Treasure
Amy Steward
Vehicle Requirements
Standard, manual transmissions required. Must have a foot operated clutch. Shifting must be
done manually by the driver. Hydraulic clutches are allowed. The following are not allowed:
o Magnets
o Clutch turbos
o Air cylinders
Nitrous oxide, turbos, superchargers and electronic fuel injection are allowed
Only fullbodied, rear wheel drive cars and trucks will be allowed
All vehicles must pass NHRA, IHRA, OMSS and Track Tech Inspection
Cars must dial:
o 10.99 or faster in ¼ mile
o 8.99 or faster in 1,000 feet
o 6.99 or faster in 1/8 mile
Computer, electronic and airshift are not allowed
Electronic devices, throttle stops and delay boxes are not allowed
RPM rev limiters, play back tachs and commercially available data recorders are allowed
Racing fuel and racing alcohol (legal weight) are allowed
All vehicles must have an engine diaper or belly pan system
All cars, drivers and equipment/gear must meet NHRA/IHRA Safety Rules
Rearview mirrors are strongly recommended
Driver’s name must be on the driver side window and legible from the tower
ET dial must be on the front window and tower side window and legible from the tower
Each car must display 2 Ozark Mountain Super Shifter logo decals
Sponsor decals should be 2”x 5” in dimension
NOTE: ANY DEVICE NOT MEETING TECH COMMITTEE INSPECTION MUST BE REMOVED PRIOR TO THE
START OF THE FIRST ROUND OF ELMINATIONS.
Membership
Annual membership fee is $150 and must be paid prior to the Spring Meeting to vote for the
current calendar year
All new members and cars must be approved by the Board of Directors prior to membership
money being accepted
Members are also responsible for providing sponsorship money as follows:
1. Have 1 sponsor that pays a minimum of $500 in sponsorship money
OR
2. Pay $350 in personal sponsorship money (if a member joins late in the season with less than
½ of the scheduled races remaining this fee will be $175)
Alternate drivers for a sponsored car pay the $150 membership fee only
The Board of Directors has the right to accept, reject and revoke the membership of any racer
that does not meet the OMSS requirements. This includes:
o Race car appearance
o Conformation to the bylaws
o Racer/crew conduct
$100 Cars
Racers with cars meeting the OMSS rules and inspection may race an unlimited number of races
paying $100/race
Payout as follows:
o 4 round race—2 nd round $75, 3 rd round $125, Runner-up $200 and Winner $250
o 5 round race—2 nd round $75, 3 rd round $100, 4 th round $150, Runner-up $200 and
Winner $250
Sponsors
Each racer is eligible for the following for each $500 sponsor they bring to OMSS:
1. 10% return to cover the cost of decals, entertainment and miscellaneous costs
OR
2. 3 complimentary t-shirts
Each car must display 2 decals for every $500 sponsor
o Upon receiving decals you have until the next race to put them on your car
o Failure to display all decals may lead to payout withholding
Track Entry Fees
Most tracks give free entry to the driver and 1 crew member
o In the case that free entry is not provided it is expected that the fee is paid at the gate
o Please refrain from leaving crew names for free admission at the gate if they are not
traveling with you
Tech
Cars should be taken through the track tech prior to time trials on race day
Some tracks offer a tech sticker good for the season. In this case you do not have to tech as long
as you have the season sticker, and your car has passed inspection and is registered with the
track.
Tech inspections can be done at any time by the OMSS Director and BOD
The decisions of the Director and BOD are final
Driver’s Meeting
There will be a driver’s meeting prior to the first round of eliminations in the OMSS pit area
If your car is broke please let the Director know ASAP
There is a $50 entry fee which should be paid prior to the meeting. Failure to do so could result
in a $20 fine.
o All race entry fees will go into the Top 10 Points Fund and paid out at the Annual
Banquet
Drivers will draw chips to determine ladder pairings
o If you are unable to attend the meeting you can send a representative
Starting Line/Race
Push starts are allowed
One burnout across the starting line is allowed—it is a courtesy to inform your opponent
Dry hops should not cross the starting line unless instructed by the starting line personnel
Full five-tenths tree—please practice courtesy staging
ET dial can be changed in between rounds with lane choice being given to the faster car in each
pairing
During elimination rounds the car committing the first or worst foul is eliminated
If the winner has broken but was staged it does not have to make the run. In this case the car
must break the beam in order to return for the next round. If the winner is unable to return for
the next round both cars are eliminated.
Reruns require tower consultation, agreement by both drivers and OMSS BOD approval
Drivers should get paired up for a smooth transition in the staging lanes for the start of our class
Bye car will run last in our class
Points
Points are awarded to each driver in designated OMSS Points Races
Mid-race car swaps are not allowed
100 points awarded to each driver for showing up with their car and paying $50
25 points awarded for each car staging under it’s own power. Note: engine does not have to be
running after the completion of the burnout
25 points are awarded for each round advance. Example: 5 round race winner gets 250 points
and runner up gets 225 points.
Race winner gets an additional 2 points and runner up gets 1 additional points
One drop race will be allowed per season. The driver will choose which race they would like to
drop.
Payout
Payout could vary per race
Payout is determined by track payment and annual sponsorship money
Winner is typically $600-$700, Runner-up $400-$500 and on down to first round loser at $75-
$100
o This is determined by total dollars allotted to each race and car count
Consolation race will be allowed when time and the track allows
o First round losers are eligible
o $20 entry fee
o Winner gets 66% and Runner-up gets 33%
o A ladder will be drawn if necessary
Rain Policy
In the event of a rainout before completion of the 1 st round the entire race will be rescheduled if
possible
Show up points will be awarded to those in attendance (100 points)
If 1 st round is completed the race will not be rescheduled
Payout will be determined by the BOD with consideration of the track’s payment
o There is a possibility if the race is cancelled between the 1 st and 2 nd round the 1 st round
losers might be overpaid. This will be corrected at the next race.
If a rainout occurs on a Saturday night and the track offers to race on Sunday we would consider
this if we could retain enough cars. We would make every effort to satisfy the track and earn
their payments. Show-up and payout will be determined by the BOD.