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Printer-Friendly Scale Stop
Purpose: The contestant is required to drive across the scales and stop with the designated tires in the scoring zone. The driver is allowed only one stop. Scoring: Position score minus penalties - see below. Measurements: A 30" Score zone is used with the center being a 6” wide 50 point zone and reducing both forward and backward scoring zones as shown in diagrams. The designated tires must be totally within the confines of the scale box to qualify. Use a standard measuring stick from the center of the rearmost passenger side axle (for single axle trailers) or from dead center between passenger side axles (for tandem axle trailers) down to the scale. The driver shall blow his horn when ready for measurement. Penalties: 15 points - for each instance of striking course fixtures. 25 points - for failing to maintain normal driving position. 25 points - for failing to follow instructions. No Score - for stopping and moving before being measured. 15 points- for going out of bounds. Dimensions: A= 24" longer than tires B= 12" wider than tires and/or vehicle C= 30" scoring zone Approach should be no less than 50' from a 90 degree turn. 
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