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Question: Am I required to have a towing flag on my Jr. Dragster if I am using a front-end dolly and no driver is in the cockpit? Orange Flag Ollie Answer: Orange Flag Ollie, On page 44 of the 2013 NHRA Jr. Dragster Rulebook in the towing section it states “A fluorescent or brightly colored flag, attached to Jr. Dragster anytime vehicle is towed, mandatory. Minimum height above ground when attached is 5 feet.” 55026

Question: My local race track official told me I could not test my torque converter in the staging lanes before I run. What are the NHRA rules? Trans Brake Ted Answer: Trans Brake Ted, That is correct. In the 2013 NHRA Rulebook section 20, page 38, 9:14 Warm-ups it states “The practice of transbrake testing, converter stalls, line-lock testing, and/or transmission warming is prohibited in all classes, in all areas of the event except in starting-line approach ar

Earlier today the NHRA Technical Department released additional 2013 Rule Amendments. Unless otherwise noted in this document, these additional amendments will come into effect immediately. This document, 2013 NHRA Rulebook Amendments, can be found under the Rules section of NHRAracer.com 55005

Question: I have a full bodied car that runs in the 9.50 range in the ¼ mile. If I have a ribbon-type window net, does it need to meet SFI 27.1 and be replaced every 2 years? Window Net Walt Answer: Window Net Walt, With the speed that you are running, a current SFI 27.1 tag is only required on a mesh-type window net. As stated on Section 20, page 30, of the 2013 NHRA Rulebook, under section 6:3, “For full-bodied cars running 7.50 (*4.50) to 9.99 (*6.39) or if a vehicle r

Question: I’m having a clearance problem with my SFI 30.1 flexplate shield. Is it legal to cut and notch my steel flexplate shield so it will fit better? Flexplate Flipper Answer: Flexplate Flipper, No it is not. In the 2013 NHRA Rulebook HOW TO USE THIS RULEBOOK section on page XV close to the front of the book it states “Under no circumstances may any certified product be modified, altered, or in any way vary from the “as manufactured” condition. Such practice

Question What is the size of rear wing I will need on my Top Dragster? I will be running faster than 200 mph. Rear Wing Willie Answer: Rear Wing Willie, In the 2013 NHRA Rulebook section 6B Top Dragster on page 8, body, it states “A rear wing is mandatory on all cars that exceed 200 mph; minimum area 360 square inches, maximum 750 square inches, minimum height 55 inches (measured vertically from trailing edge to ground). Spill plates must be flat/straight and parallel a

Reminder: Stock and Super Stock Competitors that have a 1969 Camaro with the 255hp, 350 CID engine combination are reminded that the ZL2 cowl induction hood was not a factory option. This combination MUST use a flat hood and be in compliance on or before August 1, 2013. 54765

Earlier today the NHRA Technical Department released additional 2013 Rule Amendments. Unless otherwise noted in this document, these additional amendments will come into effect immediately. This document, 2013 NHRA Rulebook Amendments, can be found under the Rules section of NHRAracer.com 54392

Earlier today the NHRA Technical Department released the most recent 2013 Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series Rules Supplement Amendments. The 2013 Hot Rod Racing Series Rules Supplement Amendments can be accessed by navigating to the TECH, Rules, 2013 Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series Rules Supplement Amendments. 54391

Question: I have an original steel floor, firewall and body 1985 Camaro that I’m building for Pro ET. It should run in the mid-10 second range. Do I need to install a complete roll cage or will a roll bar suffice? Roll Bar Ralphie Answer: Roll Bar Ralphie, In your application the roll bar will work just fine. In the 2013 NHRA Rulebook, ET Section 4A, page 5, Roll Cage it states “In full-bodied cars, with unaltered firewall, floor, and body (from firewall rearward, wheeltub

Earlier today the NHRA Technical Department released the 2013 Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series Rules Supplement. All amendments up to March 28th have been incorporated into this document. The 2013 Hot Rod Racing Series Rules Supplement can be accessed by navigating to the TECH, Rules, 2013 Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series Rules Supplement or by visiting the nhrahotrodheritage.com site and navigating to Rules, 2013 Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series Rules Supplement. Please continue t

Question: I’m planning on building a dragster or altered to run an elapsed time in the low seven second range. I’ve been told that cars running at that performance level must meet some minimum specifications, and be inspected and certified by NHRA periodically. Is this true? Advanced Adam Answer: Dear Advanced Adam, That is true. The 2013 NHRA Rulebook, Advanced E.T., Section 4B, page 11 reads: The following SFI Chassis Specs are effective for all new chassis

As the result of runs under the Automatic Horsepower Factoring System (AHFS) 1.20-second under policy at the Cajun Sports Nationals, the following changes have been made. The horsepower rating for 2011 Dodge Drag Pak, entries with the 512 cubic inch engine and a factory rating of 450 currently rated at 478, has been increased by twenty one horsepower, to 499 horsepower; for Stock Eliminator. The horsepower rating for 1986 Chevrolet C-10 truck, entries with the 350 cubic i

Earlier today the NHRA Technical Department released additional 2013 Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series Rules Supplement Amendments These amendments document the rule changes that will come into effect beginning March 19, 2013. The 2013 Hot Rod Racing Series Rules Supplement Amendments can be accessed by navigating to the TECH, Rules, 2013 Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series Rules Supplement Amendments. The entire 2013 Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series Rules Supplement, with these amendm

As the result of runs under the Automatic Horsepower Factoring System (AHFS) 1.20-second under policy at the Gatornationals event, the following changes have been made. The horsepower rating for 09-10 Dodge Drag Pak, entries with the 360 cubic inch engine and a factory rating of 275 currently rated at 317, has been increased by eleven horsepower, to 328 horsepower; for Stock Eliminator. The horsepower rating for 1986 Chevrolet C-10 truck, entries with the 350 cubic inch e

Question: I would like to change my driver’s side 1 5/8-inch roll cage door bar to a swing-out style bar. Any special requirements I need to follow? Door Bar Dave Answer: Door Bar Dave, In the General Regulations section on page 27 of the 2013 NHRA Rulebook it states “Swing-out side bar permitted on OEM full-bodied car 8.50 e.t. and slower. The following requirements (a through d) apply:” Read (a through d) for details on installation and size. 54210

As the result of runs under the Automatic Horsepower Factoring System (AHFS) 1.20-second under policy at the LODRS Division 2 event, the following change has been made. The horsepower rating for 20008 Ford Cobra Jet, entries with the 330 cubic inch engine and a factory rating of 425 currently rated at 477, has been increased by sixteen horsepower, to 493 horsepower; for Stock Eliminator. NHRA's 2013 Automatic Horsepower Factoring System outlines that any run of 1.20-seconds o

Question: I have a 1967 Camaro and compete in the NHRA’s Stock category. Is it legal like to replace the old original driver’s seat with modern racing type seat? Stock Seat Pete Answer: Stock Seat Pete, Per the 2013 NHRA Rule Book SECTION 10: STOCK CARS, INTERIOR: 6, UPHOLSTERY (Page 9), it states “Full-size aftermarket or corporate OEM front seats permitted; must be upholstered and supported. Driver and passenger side seats must be identical in appearance. “ 54045

Today the NHRA Technical Department released the 2013 Exhibition Vehicle Rulebook Supplement Amendments and the 2013 Exhibition Vehicle Rulebook Supplement. The 2013 Exhibition Vehicle Rulebook Supplement Amendments documents the changes made between the 2012 and 2013 season. Both of these documents can be found under the Rules section of NHRAracer.com 54046

Question: My Son and I are going to replace his Jr Dragster carburetor with a Mikuni carburetor for 2013. One of the other Jr Dragster teams said I would need a carb support since I was rubber mounting it to the manifold. What will I need? Carb Support Carl Answer: Carb Support Carl, Yes, you will need a carb support. It states in the 2013 NHRA Summit Racing Equipment Jr Dragster Rulebook on page 36, FUEL SYSTEM “Carburetors that are mounted via rubber boots/ad