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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 53977

Question: What rules do I need to follow to use a video camera in or on my race car? Video Camera Vic Answer: Video Camera Vic, Camera must be securely attached to the vehicle with appropriate fasteners. May not be attached with suction cups, wire ties, hose clamps etc. For any camera mounted external to the enclosed driver’s compartment of a full-bodied door car, anywhere on any open-bodied car (including FC, TAFC, and Competition Eliminator and E.T. Funny Car-ty

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 53903

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. 53868

Earlier today the NHRA Technical Department released additional NHRA Harley Davidson Drag Racing Series Rulebook Supplement Amendments. Unless otherwise noted in this document, these additional amendments will come into effect immediately. This document can be found under the Rules section of NHRAracer.com. 53828

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 2013 Ford Cobra Jet, entries with the 302 cubic inch engine and a factory rating of 350 currently rated at 350, has been increased by nineteen horsepower, to 369 horsepower; for Stock Eliminator. NHRA's 2013 Automatic Horsepower Factoring System outlines that any run of 1.20-secon

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. 53728

Question: Where would I look for 2013 NHRA Rulebook amendments? Rulebook Ralph Answer: Rulebook Ralph, The best place to view 2013 NHRA Rulebook amendments is to go to nhraracer.com and then click on rules. You will then be able to open different rulebook amendments for the NHRA Rulebook, Summit Jr Dragster Rulebook, Hot Rod Heritage Rulebook and the Exhibition Vehicle Rulebook. 53691

Question: One of my fellow racers said that there was new wording added to the automatic transmission locking dipstick tube rule for 2013. Dipstick Dave Answer: Dipstick Dave, Yes there was additional wording added for 2013. In the 2013 NHRA Rulebook, General Regulations Section 20, 2:14 Transmission, Automatic/NHRA-Accepted, the new added wording states “and dipstick/filler tubes must be securely fastened (i.e., bolted, aircraft clamped). Wire ties, hose clamps,

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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. 53663

The 2013 Junior Drag Racing League (JDRL) Rulebook is now available on NHRAracer.com under Tech, Rules, 2013 JDRL Rulebook or by clicking this link. Amendments showing changes made from 2012 to 2013 can be viewed on NHRAracer.com under Tech, Rules, 2012 to 2013 JDRL Amendments. 53641

Today the NHRA Technical Department released the 2013 NHRA Harley Davidson Drag Racing Series Rulebook Supplement. The 2013 NHRA Harley Davidson Drag Racing Series Rulebook Supplement can be found under the Rules section of NHRAracer.com 53632

Questions: I have a 1974 Chevrolet Camaro that I plan to compete with in the NHRA Super Street class. Am I required to install a parachute before I am allowed to race? Parachute Paul Answer: Parachute Paul, Your answer can be found in the 2013 NHRA Rulebook, Section 7, page 3, Parachute. This section says that parachutes are, “Mandatory on any car that runs 150 mph or faster.” 53574

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 January 21, 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 amen

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. 53588

Question: I am building an ’87 Ford Mustang to run in the Pro division at my local track. I expect that it will run around 9.50. Do I need to install a master cutoff? Mustang Marc Answer: Mustang Marc, In the 2013 NHRA Rulebook, Section 4A, page 7, Master Cutoff, it states, “Mandatory on any car with a battery running 9.99 (*6.39) or quicker, any car exceeding 135 mph, or any car where the battery is relocated into the trunk area.” 53572

Today the NHRA Technical Department released additional 2013 Junior Drag Racing League Amendments. The 2013 Junior Drag Racing League Amendments document the changes made between the 2012 and 2013 season. This document can be found under the Rules section of NHRAracer.com. 53585

After several inquiries regarding the AHFS, and National Opens; the NHRA Technical Department has made the following changes, to clarify what events will trigger a review or automatic adjustment for 2013. Automatic Horsepower Factoring System (AHFS) explained 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 cum

Question: I have a Super Pro ET dragster that I race at NHRA tracks around the country. At times I use nitrous oxide, and I would like to know if I can also use water injection? Super Pro Stan Answer: Super Pro Stan, Yes you can use an aftermarket water-methanol injection system. Per the 2013 NHRA Rulebook, Section 4A, page 2, Induction, “Aftermarket water-methanol injection systems permitted. Must be installed and used per manufacturer’s instructions. Tank, pump, lines,