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The AHFS is used to review and evaluate runs in Stock and Super Stock for possible horsepower adjustments. The review is conducted twice per racing season. The two reviews are compiled individually so the data is not cumulative. Runs included in the AHFS database are limited to final qualifying runs (Q data) and all elimination runs (E data) at all NHRA National and LODRS events.

The NHRA Technical Department recently made changes to the Class Guide. 61-70 Chevrolet small block added Edelbrock head part numbers 60887, 60947, 60637, and 60617. 61905

The NHRA Technical Department released Horsepower changes December 19, 2014 after review and evaluation of written requests from Lucas Oil Sportsman Series competitors. All changes are effective January 1, 2015. Only those requests received by November 18, 2014 were considered during this scheduled evaluation. Any requests received after November 18, 2014 will be reviewed during the next scheduled evaluation of 2015. Letter review is part of NHRA's commitment to evaluating in

Beginning January 1, 2015 two new changes made to the Automatic Horsepower factoring System will go into effect. These two changes are described below and are further defined in the highlighted text found in the Automatic Horsepower Factoring System (AHFS) Explained document also shown below. “Mineshaft” Events To decrease the potential for horsepower/index adjustments when favorable atmospheric (i.e. “mineshaft”) and/or track conditions may have contributed to extraordina

The following Stock/Super Stock horsepower changes were released December 19, 2014 produced by the Automatic Horsepower Factoring System (AHFS). This is the second of two scheduled horsepower adjustments for this year. All changes are effective January 1, 2015. It should be noted that these changes include only results produced by the AHFS, and do not include written letters or requests. Those changes are listed separately. The AHFS is a program based on actual run da

The NHRA Technical Department has posted the approved fuel list for 2015. This fuel list includes the newly approved Sunoco racing fuels for the Pro Stock, Pro Stock Motorcycle and Competition Eliminator categories. The approved fuel list can be found in the NHRA Accepted Products List found on www.NHRARacer.com or by clicking on this link. The following chart has been provided to help cross reference between the VP Racing Fuels and the Sunoco Racing Fuels. This chart is p

Question: I am building a dragster, and I am going to have the chassis powder coated. The powder coating technician advised us to check and see if there are any rules about types of coating on the chassis, especially in regards to those finishes with texture. I read the rules, but didn't see anything to that regard. Can you please clarify? Powder Coat Paul Answer: Powder Coat Paul, We do not have any restrictions as to the type of powder coating that can be used on your cha

Earlier today the NHRA Technical Department released the 2015 NHRA Harley-Davidson Drag Racing Series Rulebook Supplement.

Earlier today the NHRA Technical Department released the 2014 to 2015 NHRA Harley-Davidson Drag Racing Series Rulebook Supplement Amendments.

Today the NHRA Technical Department released the 2015 Junior Drag Racing League Amendments. The 2015 Junior Drag Racing League Amendments document the changes made between the 2014 and 2015 season. This document can be found under the Rules section of NHRAracer.com 61870

Earlier today the NHRA Technical Department released 2015 Rule Amendments. Unless otherwise noted in this document, these additional amendments will come into effect immediately. The 2015 NHRA Rulebook Amendments can be found under the Rules section of NHRARacer.com 61869

STOCK Class Weight Break Index FS/A 6-6.49 9.7 FS/B 6.50-6.99 10 FS/C 7-7.49 10.3 FS/D 7.50-7.99 10.6 FS/E 8-8.49 10.95 FS/F 8.50-8.99 11.2 FS/G 9-9.49 11.35 FS/H 9.50-9.99 11.5 FS/I 10.00-10.49 11.65 FS/J 1

Earlier today the NHRA Technical Department released 2015 Rule Amendments. Unless otherwise noted in this document, these additional amendments will come into effect immediately. The 2015 NHRA Rulebook Amendments can be found under the Rules section of NHRARacer.com 61861

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The NHRA Technical Department has received several questions pertaining to the new rule in Pro Modified requiring a panel in the roof area of the roll cage. For those of you who do not know about this rule, it is highlighted below: SECTION 5: NHRA PRO MOD DRAG RACING SERIES, FRAME: 4, ROLL CAGE Chassis must meet SFI Spec 25.1. Chassis must be recertified yearly by NHRA and have serialized sticker affixed to roll cage before participation. See General Regulations 4:4, 4:11,

Earlier today the NHRA Technical Department released 2015 Rule Amendments. Unless otherwise noted in this document, these additional amendments will come into effect immediately. The 2015 NHRA Rulebook Amendments can be found under the Rules section of NHRARacer.com 61852

Question: Do I need to have my competition number on the front of my car prior to running my first event? New Racer Nick Answer: New Racer Nick, Yes you do. Per the NHRA Rulebook, “Driver numbers and class designation letters must be displayed on both side windows and the windshield. Numbers on side windows must be a minimum 6 inches high and 1 1/2 inches wide. Class designation letters must be a minimum 3 inches high and 1 inch wide. Numbers and class designation on winds

Question: I recently purchased a supercharged rear-engine dragster that I will be bracket racing at my local track. The car should run in the low 7 to high 6 second range. Could you please tell me what type of helmet I will need? Helmet Hank Answer: Helmet Hank, For the car you described, you will need to wear a full-face Snell SA2005 or SA2010 helmet and shield. Also be aware that the Snell SA2005 helmet will expire on 1/1/2017. 61682

Earlier today the NHRA Technical Department released an update to the 2014 to 2015 Rule Amendments. These amendments document the NHRA rule changes that will come into effect beginning January 1, 2015. The 2015 Rule Amendments can be accessed by navigating to the TECH, Rules, 2014 to 2015 Rule Amendments or by clicking 2014 to 2015 Rules Amendments. Any additional product specifications called out in the rulebook can be obtained by navigating to NHRARacer.com, TECH, NHRA Acce

Earlier today the NHRA Technical Department released the 2014 to 2015 Rule Amendments. These amendments document the NHRA rule changes that will come into effect beginning January 1, 2015. The 2015 Rule Amendments can be accessed by navigating to the TECH, Rules, 2014 to 2015 Rule Amendments or by clicking 2014 to 2015 Rules Amendments. Any additional product specifications called out in the rulebook can be obtained by navigating to NHRARacer.com, TECH, NHRA Accepted Products