Pacific Division News

Question: My son will begin driving Jr. Dragsters later this season, but, being new to racing, I am still learning how everything works. I know that arm restraints are required, but could you give some insight as to how they need to be installed? Arm Restraint Robert Answer: Arm Restraint Robert, Arm restraints must be adjusted so that the driver’s hands and/or arms cannot be extended outside of the roll cage and/or framerails. Additionally, they should be combined with t

The NHRA Technical Department recently made changes to the Class Guide. 2014 Ford 429 450 change to 429 465 for SS/GT 2014 Chevy COPO Camaro 450 CID engine removed. As GM opted to not build this combination. 58255

The NHRA Technical Department recently made a change to the 2014 Chevrolet COPO Camaro by removing the 450 CID engine, as GM opted to not build this combination. 58254

Following the amendment to the Exhaust rule in General Regulations, the National Hot Rod Association’s Technical Department would like to clear up some confusion regarding the requirement of the NHRA-accepted header tethers. If you have a vehicle that has removable multi-piece exhaust collectors/stacks, you must secure them using one of the following methods: · Secure the collectors/stacks with an NHRA-accepted header tether. · Secure the collectors/stack

Question: I have a ’73 Duster that I compete in Pro ET with at my local NHRA track. The car currently has a roll bar in it. The car has a back-half installed, but the firewall, floor, and body are all stock. This offseason I plan to build a new engine that should put my car into the low 6 second range in the eighth mile. Will I need to install a complete roll cage? Duster Dave Answer: Duster Dave, If your car will be running quicker than 6.40 in the eighth mile or 10.00

Earlier today the NHRA Technical Department released additional 2014 Rule Amendments. Unless otherwise noted in this document, these additional amendments will come into effect immediately. The 2014 NHRA Rulebook Amendments can be found under the Rules section of NHRARacer.com 58126

Earlier today the NHRA Technical Department released additional 2013-2014 Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series Rules Supplement Amendments These amendments document the rule changes made from the end of the 2013 season until the beginning of the 2014 season. This document can be found under the Rules section of NHRARacer.com. 58125

The NHRA Technical Department recently made corrections to the 2012 Chevrolet 327 500 throttle body casting number. 58152

The NHRA Technical Department recently made changes to the Class Guide, due to clerical errors. 2014 Ford 429 450 change to 429 465 for Stock and SS Eliminator 58151

Question: I am just finishing up my street roadster to compete in bracket races at my local NHRA Member Track. Am I required to wear arm restraints in this new car? Arm Restraint Ralph Answer: Arm Restraint Ralph, The NHRA requires the use of arm restraints in all open-bodied cars that run 11.99 (7.49 in the 1/8 mile) or quicker. Since your car is a street roadster, it is considered open-bodied and therefore will require arm restraints if you run at the speeds listed abov

Earlier today the NHRA Technical Department released additional amendments to the 2014 Harley-Davidson Drag Racing Series Supplemental Rulebook. Unless otherwise noted in this document, these additional amendments will come into effect immediately. The amendments can be found under the Rules section of NHRARacer.com 58103

Question: If I change my fuel from gasoline to E-85 will I need different protective clothing? Fuelish Frank Answer: Fuelish Frank, In the 2014 NHRA Rulebook section 20, page 45 it reads. For unaltered full-bodied OEM vehicles with an unaltered fuel system using ethanol or methanol and unleaded gasoline fuel blends such as E-85 or gasohol the Protective Clothing requirements are the same as those for gasoline. For any vehicle other than an unaltered full-bodied OEM vehicle

This is just a reminder for all competitors that participate in classes that prohibit a delay device. You must be sure that any type of delay device is completely removed from your vehicle prior to technical inspection and throughout the entire event. 57906

The NHRA Technical Department recently made changes to the Chevrolet 90-92 Super Stock and SS/GT, by adding replacement cylinder heads. Additional changes to the Class Guide, due to clerical errors were as follows. 1964 Mopar 383 330/281 change to 383 330/280 Stock Eliminator 1964 Mopar 426 365/305 change to 426 365/296 Stock Eliminator 57899

Earlier today the NHRA Technical Department released amendments to the 2014 NHRA Harley-Davidson Drag Racing Series Rulebook. Unless otherwise noted in this document, these additional amendments will come into effect immediately. The 2014 NHRA Harley-Davidson Drag Racing Series Rulebook can be found under the Rules section of NHRARacer.com. 57875

Question: I have purchased an original 2013 ZL-1 Camaro, and, since GM is not going to release the motor or the car to run in stock eliminator, my question is can I bracket race the car as it is from the factory with no modifications in any way? GM Gary Answer: GM Gary, For all 2008 OEM model-year and newer unaltered production cars running slower than 9.99 and 135 mph, they do not have to meet the requirements and specifications for the Summit Racing Series unless the car

Earlier today the NHRA Technical Department released additional 2014 Rule Amendments. Unless otherwise noted in this document, these additional amendments will come into effect immediately. The 2014 NHRA Rulebook Amendments can be found under the Rules section of NHRARacer.com 57873

This is a reminder for all competitors that electronic devices such as Electronic Fuel Injection Systems, Delay Boxes, Data Recorders and other components must be accepted by the NHRA Technical Department prior to being used in competition. Please refer to the 2014 NHRA Rulebook to find out which components must be accepted for your vehicle. A list of all Accepted Products is available on NHRARacer.com. 57855

This is a clarification about iterative staging devices (i.e. the Bump Box) and the legality of such devices. These devices are only allowed to be used within the NHRA Pro Mod Series class where they are specifically allowed by the 2014 NHRA Rulebook. These devices are not allowed to be used in any other category. 57856

Following several discussions about the new body requirements for the Summit Racing Equipment Jr. Drag Racing League, the NHRA has developed a set of guidelines to help clarify whether your car does or does not meet the new rule. Please click on this link to view this set of guidelines. If you still are unclear about your vehicle, please direct all questions to the NHRA Technical Department.TechDL@nhra.com 57835