2011 Loors Lucas Oil Regional Stock Truck Class - ASCC

2011 Loors Lucas Oil Regional Strock Truck Class Low Buck Racing Front

It seems these days that it costs a small fortune to do any kind of off-road racing. But, alas, some relatively low-buck classes do exist. One of these is the 2011 LOORS Lucas Oil Regional Stock Truck Class, which allows only fullsize trucks or SUVs sold in the United States that are at least 10 years old or older. The Lucas Off Road Racing Series is working to foster growth in grassroots short-course off-road racing. We recently attended one of its races at Firebird Raceway in Phoenix as part of the Arizona Short Course Championship (ASCC).

This class was designed to be one that could attract participation from owners who may already own an inexpensive base truck. Say you have an aging domestic V-8 truck that’s been retired from daily-driver status, and you’re looking for more off-road play, this may just be your way into some weekend competition.

As with all racing vehicles, some safety upgrades are mandatory. All of the trucks must have a six-point rollcage constructed of 1.75-inch-or-larger tubing. All glass and external stock lighting must be removed. Doors must be welded or bolted closed.

Drivers and passengers must wear driving suits, gloves, and boots, along with a full face helmet. Additionally, the truck is required to have racing seats, head and neck restraints, five-point harnesses, and window nets.

For more information on ASCC racing, check out www.arizonashortcourse.com. Other regional races are being held in other locations in the United States and a number of the sanctioning bodies are trying to consolidate rules to a common national set.

Some of these guys have put together race trucks for about $5,000 and a lot of sweat equity. Shopping for parts deals and using the help of friends is all a part of grassroots racing.
Some of these guys have put together race trucks for about $5,000 and a lot of sweat equit
Rules allow removal of front and rear inner fenders and the truck bed. OEM frames and cab sheetmetal are required and can be reinforced as needed. Radiators can be mounted in the stock location or relocated to the rear area of the ’cage. Fuel cells are required and are mounted in the bed area.
Rules allow removal of front and rear inner fenders and the truck bed. OEM frames and cab
Flip ’em, then patch ’em! Steven Arlia managed to get his money’s worth a couple of times out on the track. Six-point rollcages and looped front and rear bumpers help protect colliding vehicles and occupants in the event of a rollover.
Flip ’em, then patch ’em! Steven Arlia managed to get his money’s worth a couple of times

Stock class trucks can be either 2WD (3,700 pounds minimum) or 4WD (4,200 pounds minimum) so you can decide if the extra 500 pounds is worth it for the advantage of a front drive axle, plus the complexity of more drivetrain components. Maximum tire diameter is set at DOT-approved 32-inch treads. Beadlocks and inner liners are not allowed.
Stock class trucks can be either 2WD (3,700 pounds minimum) or 4WD (4,200 pounds minimum)
Most of the racers run heavy-duty axles or trussed housings to handle the stress of airing and landing these fairly heavy trucks. This third member decided to split open during the Sunday heat race.
Most of the racers run heavy-duty axles or trussed housings to handle the stress of airing
We were impressed with the air these trucks put under their tires. Front and rear wheel travel is limited to 12 inches. Stock suspension configuration must be maintained, but components can be reinforced and shock mounts can be moved. Shocks are limited to three 2-inch-diameter or one 2.5-inch-diameter shock per corner.
We were impressed with the air these trucks put under their tires. Front and rear wheel tr

Here’s a cheap trick we saw. Take an OEM front sway bar, mount it to some tubework in the bed and link it to the rear axle to provide greater stability at the rearend. A few other tricks we observed included the use of steering quickeners, leaf-spring link bars, modified front axle camber angles, and the use of longer leaf-spring shackles.
Here’s a cheap trick we saw. Take an OEM front sway bar, mount it to some tubework in the
When it comes to engine power, only OEM production cast iron blocks and heads are allowed. Maximum engine displacement is limited to 360 cubic inches. All engines must be fed with a carburetor and be naturally aspirated. Motors must run 91-octane pump gas.
When it comes to engine power, only OEM production cast iron blocks and heads are allowed.
Class rules dictate that driveshafts be painted white and marked with the competitor number. It seems to help them keep track of which driveshaft belongs to whom. We saw a couple leave their assigned vehicles and hit the dirt on Sunday.
Class rules dictate that driveshafts be painted white and marked with the competitor numbe