It is the responsibility of each competitor to read and understand. All cars must meet nhra rules and pass technical inspection. The rule book will dictate major parts, from legal major castings to limitations on. Nhra horsepower ratings for the 273 for a bodies only mopar. Many people attending an nhra or ihra event may watch class racing and wonder what all the letters and classes mean on a car, and how they get there.
In this article we take a look at the history of nhra stock class drag racing by focusing on junior stock class in the 1960s which featured almost totally stock production musclecars racing hot. All other stock rules as found in the latest version of the nhra rulebook and nhra rulebook amendments apply. March 1417 amalie motor oil nhra gatornationals, gainesville, fla. Per the nhra rule book, on unibody cars with stock floor and firewall wheel tubs permitted, the roll cage may be bolted or welded to the floorrocker box. Classbyclass regulations and requirements, racing procedures, and. The book focuses on nhra stockclass drag racing that took place between the years 1964 and 1971. The 2020 nhra rulebook is now online and viewable by all who wish to compete in the nhra arena. There are many classes within nhra s stock and super stock eliminators. Jan 01, 2005 2006 national hot rod association championship nhra drag racing rule book. Junior stock drag racing nhra production race class history. This is the second book by doug boyce, the first being the acclaimed, grumpys toys. Computer prohibited unless stock oem equipment or replacement. Modified was cool, but, it was way more work than a current comp altered or sm.
Pro stock world champion, bob glidden, pro stock ford pinto. In the 1973 nhra rule book it states that cars in stock class are required to use street tires with full tread pattern. Every year, nhra shares this knowledge and makes its complete rules available to the public for every class from top. Having it taken away because of a rule violation would be agony. Our focus centers around nhra classes such as super stock, stock, super comp, super gas, super street, top sportsman, and top dragster along with both big dollar and local bracket racing and the ihra. Im seeing a sign here for our drag race im wanting to hold on the runway on oct 10th. Dec 25, 2011 taken from the 1965, official nhra rule book pertaing to the gas coupesedan class aka gas class or gassers for short. Get your facts straight with the 2020 nhra rule book. This publication supersedes all previous lvms rule books and rule updates. Mar 25, 2011 i could easily write an article five times this size when it comes to explaining how roll cages work in a variety of ets and car configurations. If the battery is not in the stock location, and relocated to the trunk, for example, you must have an. There are many classes within nhras stock and super stock eliminators. Heim ends allowed in place of rear control arm bushings.
As a fan, youll love it, because it brings you inside the highly technical world of nhra drag racing like nothing else can. You can purchase your own rule book during any regular event in the firebird sport shop. The street section is for dualpurpose cars capable of starting under their own power. The actual formula can be found in the nhra rule book. Jun 22, 2009 in this article we take a look at the history of nhra stock class drag racing by focusing on junior stock class in the 1960s which featured almost totally stock production musclecars racing hot. Nhra rule book download pdf nhra rule book download pdf nhra rule book download pdf download. Nhra rules gas coupessedans g 1965 nostalgia gassers. It provides all the critical information behind the technical world of nhra drag racing like nothing else can.
Can someone share a link to rules for the class or scan and post rules i have had a few people ask about rules as they want to build cars for the. This is general information only and you should always refer to the current official nhra rule book. The stock and super stock cylinder head rules for 2020 will now revert back to the 2019 rules also shown below. Only one button regardless of function will be allowed on the steering wheel. Nhra rule book download pdf throughout this rulebook, a number of references are made for particular products to meet. If relocating battery, please see nhra rule book general reg 8.
This is the second book by doug boyce, the first being the acclaimed, grumpys. Tow vehicles are allowed in super pro, super pro bike and junior dragsters only. All three have a multitude of individual subclasses, classes, and rules. Reserved for 1955 or newer modelyear factory production automobiles and some sports cars. Please refer to the nhra rulebook for complete rules listings. I looked in the rule book and cant seem to figure it out. The theory of the classes the fundamental goal for class racing for stock or super stock eliminator competition is to have competitors in a class be somewhat equal in performance potential. The national hot rod assn has created a program for super stock and stock class eliminations, which will be introduced at select nhra national events during the 2011 nhra lucas oil series season. I just sat down with the guy that builds my motors and using the actual specs of the motor stock from the factory to include the stock steel shim gasket and the domed piston you get a little over 12. Oct 02, 2015 complete eliminations from the 2nd annual auto meter northern class nationals at national trail raceway in hebron oh. The 2 barrel motor using the stock specs the motot cr comes in slightly over 9.
In nhralegal class racing, such as within the ranks of stock eliminator, the game rules are strictly defned. Every year, nhra shares its secrets and makes its complete rules available to the public for every class from top fuel to the e. Street cars the following items are required for a vehicle and driver to pass tech. Basic nhra safety rules all cars must meet nhra rules and pass technical inspection this is general information only and you should always refer to the current official nhra rule book. Lvms reserves the right to alter or amend these rules and regulations in the interest of safety, cost control, andor fair competition. Drag racing the family sedan is a 2012 book by author doug boyce. Classified per nhra performance rating as listed in the official nhra stock car classification guide. Cars in classes a through m are permitted the use of a manual transmission following the same transmission rule as super stock classes. Looking for a passenger side tail light bucket for a 69 barracu. The tech department has issued a list of frequently asked questions and answers on the subject of crankshaft modifications in super stock and super stock gt. Rear upper control arm mounts maybe moved and fabricated as long as you meet rule 3 above. Complete eliminations from the 2nd annual auto meter northern class nationals at national trail raceway in hebron oh. If anyone has or knows someone who has one, please let me know. Nhra legal stock eliminator 283 chevy engine masters.
I am going to explain the key rules and requirements on building a 10 point, or 8. Taken from the 1965, official nhra rule book pertaing to the gas coupesedan class aka gas class or gassers for short. At selected events, super stock drivers also compete in class eliminations, where drivers in each class compete for individual honors. Here you can view the ihra rulebook, order a physical copy and check out all of the latest competition updates and revisions. Drivers competing in nhra summit racing series competition at nhra mello yello drag racing series events will be required to be 16 years of age or older. The only major rule revision is that any intake manifold, as long as it has the same basic configuration as the stock manifold, can be used on stock vehicles i dont have a 1966 rule book but that sure surprised me, i thought it was stock intake only for stock class, always up til today.
Requirements and specifications for gt classes are the same as those for super stock classes, with the following exceptions. Lvms reserves the right to alter or amend these rules and regulations in the interest of safety, cost control, and or fair competition. The nhra stock car classification guide is used to position a vehicle in its proper class. General information reference current nhra rule book.
Cars in this section must be capable of being driven on the street. Understanding class racing stock eliminator dragzine. I could easily write an article five times this size when it comes to explaining how roll cages work in a variety of ets and car configurations. By entering and participating in an event, participants are deemed to unders.
Nostalgia super stock eliminations class nationals 2015. Nhra sets new stock, super stock rules speed sport. If your interested in helping the cause see the link in my signature. The top fuel, funny car, pro stock, and pro stock motorcycle classes share. The nhra technical department is rescinding the stock and super stock cylinder head rule changes shown below that were released in the 1242019 version of the nhra amendments. Same electronic rules as super pro cars applies to motorcycles. Below on this page, you will find all years and makes in the nhra stock car classification guide. Aug 12, 2007 in the 1973 nhra rule book it states that cars in stock class are required to use street tires with full tread pattern.
However, no device capable of controlling traction andor the power applied to the drive wheels other than the foot throttle is allowed, with the exception of an eracorrect. This rule seems to state specifically that even though i am in a completely stock car, i need a roll cage. At nhra mello yello drag racing series events, fans may see more than 200 classes of vehicles in 15 categories, or eliminators. Sep 07, 2012 in nhra legal class racing, such as within the ranks of stock eliminator, the game rules are strictly defned. April 2628 ngk spark plugs nhra fourwide nationals, charlotte, n. If youre a serious fan or a potential racer, this book is for you. Our goal is to provide sportsman racing news, results, and updates to our viewers on a daily basis. However, no device capable of controlling traction and or the power applied to the drive wheels other than the foot throttle is allowed, with the exception of an eracorrect. New unread 1968 nhra drag racing rules rule book top fuel top gas super stock. Super stock rules these rules are in effect as of january 1, 2016. I just have questions from time to time about certain classes. Prohibited unless stock vehicle by new car manufacturer.
Is there a place on line where you can read the nhra rule book instead of having to buy one. If you need help with any tech questions or rules about racing at renegade please contact. All 2019 nhra safety requirements supersede this book these rules are designed to provide for the orderly conduct of racing events and to establish standards for such events. Class eligibility is based on requirements that include type of. Super stock racers compete on a handicap start and the breakout rule is enforced, except when two cars in the same class are racing in which case. The national hot rod assn has created a program for super stock and stock class eliminations, which will be introduced at select nhra national events during the. Any tire wheel combination may be used if it will fit into the original wheel well opening.
While volunteering at eagle field during the flyin i found this 1966 ahra rule book. As with any category, engine builders in super stock are constantly looking at smaller and smaller details in their quest for horsepower. Each class is defined by a ratio of vehicle shipping weight and a horsepower factor. Jun 14, 2009 while volunteering at eagle field during the flyin i found this 1966 ahra rule book.
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