Pacific Division News

The NHRA Technical Department has released the latest version of the 2019 NHRA Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series Rulebook Supplement. The 2019 NHRA Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series Rulebook Supplement can be found under the Rules section of NHRARacer.com. 71379

https://www.nhra.net/2019/images//detailed run schedule PA1_19.pdf

Question: I have a 1995 Mustang GT that I think will run in the mid 12 second range. If I run DOT street tires will I need a drive shaft loop? Answer: In the 2019 NHRA Rulebook section 4A page 4 of E. T. DRIVELINE it reads “Driveshaft loop required on all cars running 13.99 (*8.59) or quicker and utilizing slicks, except vehicles running 11.49 (*7.35) seconds or slower equipped with street tires.” 71331

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Under the direction of the Division Director, primary responsibilities include assisting in processing all new and renewal race licenses, assisting racers in navigating the rulebook in regard to technical questions or directing them to the Division Tech Director, coordinating the Divisional events for all Series and Track Operator meetings and Annual Awards Banquet.

Feb. 14, 2019 The NHRA Technical Department recently made changes to the blueprint specifications. Chev 350 600 corrected intake casting 2019 Chev 350 630 corrected intake casting 2019 71375

2/13/2019 As the result of runs under the Automatic Horsepower Factoring System (AHFS) 1.20-second under policy at the NHRA national event, the following change has been made. The horsepower rating for 1976 Ford Mustang, entries with the 302 cubic inch engine and a factory rating of 133 currently rated at 153, has been increased by five horsepower, to 158 horsepower; for Stock Eliminator. NHRA's 2019 Automatic Horsepower Factoring System outlines that any run of 1.20-seconds

Question: I currently have a mid 9-second 1980 Monza bracket car with a big block Chevy that I was thinking of running in Super Gas. Will I still be able to use my nitrous oxide system? Answer: You would only be able to use a nitrous oxide system in a Super Street, Super Gas or Super Comp car if the engine is a diesel-powered turbocharged engine. 71330

Please review the following link for the Sportsman Hold Lot. Link: Magic Dry Organic Absorbent NHRA Arizona Nationals Parking Notice 71370

http://www.nhra.net/2019/images/NHRARacer/detailed_run_schedule_PC1_19.pdf

Question: My 15 year old son would like to help tech ET cars at our local NHRA Member Track. When will he be able to take the NHRA/SFI Bronze Tech Certification test? Answer: The following criteria are presented in a chronological order; i.e. applicant may not take the written test before attending a seminar, must be 18 years old to attend the seminar, etc. Work experience may be accumulated before the 18th birthday. 1. Applicant must have work experience at an

Feb. 4, 2019 The NHRA Technical Department recently made changes to the blueprint specifications. Ford 327 595 deleted Cobra Jet 2019 Ford 327 610 added Cobra Jet 2019 71361

Feb. 4, 2019 The NHRA Technical Department recently made changes to the Class Guide, due to clerical errors as follows. Chev 305 145/180 corrected shipping weight 1978 Caprice Ford 327 610/610 added Cobra Jet 2019 Ford 327 595/595 deleted Cobra Jet 2019 71362

At the eight SAMTech.edu NHRA Factory Stock Showdown events to be held in 2019, competitors will qualify and compete in their own separate eliminator from Stock. Those not qualifying will not be permitted to run in the Stock eliminator as in past years. The SAMTech.edu NHRA Factory Stock Showdown qualifiers will be competing for the NHRA Wally trophy, event champion’s jacket and an event purse. Factory Showdown qualifiers will not receive Lucas Oil Stock Eliminator national c

The NHRA Technical Department has released additional 2019 Rule Amendments. Unless otherwise noted in this document, these additional amendments will come into effect immediately. The 2019 NHRA Rulebook Amendments can be found under the Rules section of NHRARacer.com. 71356

Question: What rider’s safety gear must be worn in PS Motorcycle to help protect them during a 190 mph slide? Answer: The 2019 NHRA Rulebook states “Full all-leather or non-leather suits meeting SFI 40.1/2 mandatory, leather boots that completely cover the ankle, and leather gloves are mandatory. Gloves must be Kevlar-lined or equipped with slide buttons. Suits may be one-piece design or joined with a metal 360-degree zipper at the waist. 71328

Competitors in the popular SS/AH and Factory Stock Showdown (FSS) will now also have classes within Competition Eliminator in which to compete at all NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series divisional and national events.

Jan. 26, 2019 The NHRA Technical Department recently made changes to the Class Guide, due to clerical errors as follows. Chev 302 360/360 added COPO 2019 Chev 350 600/600 added COPO 2019 Chev 350 630/630 added COPO 2019 Chev 350 247-250 added replacement head 90-91 Chev 376 410/424 added COPO 2019 Chev 427 470/481 added COPO 2019 Dodge 392 390/390 added Challenger 1320 2019 Ford 302 335/335 added Cobra Jet 2019 Ford 315 585/585 added Cobra Jet 2019 Ford

Jan. 26, 2019 The NHRA Technical Department recently made changes to the blueprint specifications. Chev 302 360 added COPO 2019 Chev 350 600 added COPO 2019 Chev 350 630 added COPO 2019 Chev 376 410 added COPO 2019 Chev 400 180/311 change to 400 180-315 GT/RWD Chev 427 470 added COPO 2019 Chry 392 390 added Challenger 1320 2019 Chry 360 275 corrected valve size 09-10

To All 2019 Sportsman Participants. NHRA has revised the parking Stack Schedule for 2019. The time has consistently been moved back from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. Please be aware that this change will affect some tracks and their agreement with local jurisdictions pertaining to loading up area roadways. Races early in 2019 that this will affect are Phoenix and Las Vegas. Early arrivals that impact traffic loading is subject to a violation citation from the local authority