Pacific Division News

5/31/2017 As the result of runs under the Automatic Horsepower Factoring System (AHFS) 1.20-second under policy at the LODRS division 1 event, the following change has been made. The horsepower rating for 2017 Chevrolet COPO Camaro, entries with the 350 cubic inch engine and a factory rating of 590 currently rated at 590, has been increased by twenty six horsepower, to 616 horsepower; for Stock Eliminator. NHRA's 2017 Automatic Horsepower Factoring System outlines that any ru

After reviewing the FGT/A and FGT/B indexes, the NHRA Technical Department will decrease the indexes for Super Stock FGT/A to 8.80 and FGT/B to 9.20, This change is effective retroactive from the start of the 2017 season. Part of the decision to change the indexes were due to a typographical error, and the performance potential of the combinations eligible to run these classes. 69699

The NHRA Technical Department has released additional 2017 Rule Amendments. Unless otherwise noted in this document, these additional amendments will come into effect immediately. The 2017 NHRA Rulebook Amendments can be found under the Rules section of NHRARacer.com 69686

The NHRA Technical Department has released additional 2017 Junior Drag Racing League Rulebook Amendments. Unless otherwise noted in this document, these additional amendments will come into effect immediately. The 2017 Junior Drag Racing League Rulebook Amendments can be found under the Rules section of NHRARacer.com 69687

Question: Are there any specifications that the oil lines on my 2017 Chevrolet Camaro Top Sportsman car must meet prior to competition? Answer: All flexible-pressure oil lines, excluding return lines and any line 30psi or lower in pressure, must pass a minimum 300psi test for 30 seconds with no indications of separation, weeping, leaking, etc. 69369

Please see details of the Corbeau USA 5-Point Camlock Harness Belt Recall at: http://corbeau.com/product-recall/ 69675

http://www.nhra.net/2017/images//Slow Averages TK1.pdf

Beginning June 1, 2017, 2.9L Whipple supercharger rotors used in the Stock and Super Stock categories can be no more than 268 millimeters (10.550 inches) in length and no larger in diameter than 104.4 millimeters (4.110 inches). The NHRA Technical Department will periodically confiscate and inspect these superchargers to insure compliance with this policy. Anyone found to have a larger supercharger rotor or to be modifying any part of the supercharger to improve performance w

Question: I was told by my local technical inspector that my Advanced E.T. Chevy Cobalt is required to have a fire extinguisher system. I did not think this was the case. Can you please tell me who is correct? Answer: Your local technical inspector is correct. A 5-pound, minimum, fire extinguisher system is mandatory on all cars, except rear-engine cars without an enclosed cockpit. 69368

Question: Can I add a wing to the back of my Super Pro 68 Camaro? Answer: Yes you can. First off let me state that a wing/airfoil has air flowing above and below the surfaces and a spoiler is attached to the body and air only flows over the top. So, if you add a wing/airfoil to the Camaro it must be permanently attached to the frame or roll cage and be non-adjustable during the run. 69367

May 16, 2017 The NHRA Technical Department recently made additions to the Class Guide. 15-17 Dodge Challenger Hellcat 378 600/600 added 69622

May 16, 2017 The NHRA Technical Department recently made changes to the blueprint specifications. 15-17 Chry 378 600 added 2015 Chry 354 540 added manifold casting MRE100047 09-10 Chry 345, 370, 392 alt manifold casting P50049330AC 69621

Based on performance numbers from the first four races of the NHRA J&A Service Pro Mod Racing Series, the NHRA Technical Department is reducing the maximum allowable overdrive limit on Supercharged entries from 20 percent to 16.5 percent. This rule change will go into effect immediately. 69601

http://www.nhra.net/2017/images//Slow Averages Web.pdf

Question: I have a Snell 2010 helmet that I am using at bracket races throughout my division. My helmet is in good condition, but I think that it will not be legal soon. Is this the case or can I continue to use it for a while? Answer: Your helmet does not expire for a few more years. The Snell 2010 helmet expires on 1/1/2022. 69366

Based on performance numbers from the first three races of the NHRA J&A Service Pro Mod Racing Series, the NHRA Technical Department is decreasing the allowable minimum weight on Nitrous assisted entries by 25 pounds. The new allowable minimum weight for the Nitrous assisted entries will be limited to a minimum of 2,425 pounds. The minimum allowable weight for Supercharged entries will remain unchanged at 2,600 pounds and Turbocharged entries will also remain unchanged at 2,6

Question: I recently purchased a 1989 Ford Mustang that I plan to use to compete in Stock Eliminator. Are there any restrictions on what fuel I can use? Answer: There are fuel restrictions in Stock Eliminator. You may only use NHRA-accepted racing gasoline. To find a list of these fuels, please see NHRA’s Accepted Product List which can be found on NHRARacer.com. 69365

http://www.nhra.net/2017/images/Racer/Slow Averages Web.pdf

Question: I have a motorcycle with tubeless tires that is capable of running in the 10-second zone. Will I need to have metal valve stems installed? Answer: Yes you will need metal, screw-in valve stems. These valve stems are mandatory in tubeless tires on any vehicle running 11.99 or quicker. 69364

I am building a car to compete in Stock Eliminator. The car came with power steering but I would like to remove this system. Am I allowed to do this? Answer: Yes you are allowed to make this change. In Stock Eliminator power steering “may be removed or converted to manual steering.” 69363