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Earlier today the NHRA Technical Department released the most recent 2011-2012 Exhibition Vehicle Rulebook Supplement Amendments and the 2012 Exhibition Vehicle Rulebook Supplement. Both documents can be accessed by navigating to the TECH, Rules, 2011- 2012 Exhibition Vehicle Rulebook Supplement Amendments or 2012 Exhibition Vehicle Rulebook Supplement. Please continue to visit NHRAracer.com periodically to get updates on the most recent Rule Amendments. 50025

As the result of runs under the Automatic Horsepower Factoring System (AHFS) 1.20-second under policy at the NHRA Four Wide Nationals, the following changes have been made. The horsepower rating for 2012 Ford Cobra Jet, entries with the 330 cubic inch engine and a factory rating of 510 currently rated at 551, has been increased by twenty four horsepower, to 575 horsepower; for Super Stock Eliminator. The horsepower rating for 1980 GM SS/GT, entries with the 305 cubic inch eng

Question: I was thinking about installing a removable steering wheel adapter on my Pro ET 1984 Chevette. What NHRA rules would I need to follow? Steering Wheel Scott Answer: Steering Wheel Scott, NHRA Classes 7.50 and quicker in the ¼-mile require steering wheel hub to be certified as SFI 42.1. For your Pro ET car in the 2012 NHRA Rulebook on page 15, 3:3 Steering in the General Regulations section it states “Commercially available quick-disconnect steering w

Question: I was thinking about running my Super Pro Pontiac GTO in the NHRA Super Street class. I heard somewhere that I would need to put a diaper on the car, is this correct? Oil Pan Pete Answer: Oil Pan Pete, You heard correctly. In the 2012 NHRA Rulebook, Section 7 Super Street, page 2, Oil-Retention Device it states “All vehicles must utilize an NHRA-accepted lower oil-containment device; may use a belly pan in lieu of a device attached to the engine. If b

Question: I’m building a Pro ET 1984 Mustang that I think will run 11.30 in the 1/4-mile. I was thinking about running the original front wheels to start with and wanted to know if I use the OEM wheels will I be able to run the rubber valve stems? Valve Stem Vern Answer: Valve Stem Vern, In the 2012 NHRA Rulebook, General Regulations section 20 page 28, 5:1 Tires it states “Metal screw-in valve stems mandatory in tubeless tires, front and rear, on vehicles running 11.99 or q

Question: My racing buddies and I were bench racing and discussing what would happen if on a single run our car crossed the center line of the track. Would we be disqualified on a single run? Lane Jumper Lance Answer: Lane Jumper Lance, In the 2012 NHRA Rulebook section 2, page 6, Single Runs, it states “In situations where the driver is making a single run, he or she is considered the winner once he or she stages and receives the start signal or is declared the wi

Earlier today the NHRA Technical Department released the most recent 2012 Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series Rules Supplement. All amendments up to March 19th have been incorporated into this document. The 2012 Hot Rod Racing Series Rules Supplement can be accessed by navigating to the TECH, Rules, 2012 Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series Rules Supplement or by visiting the nhrahotrodheritage.com site and navigating to Rules, 2012 Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series Rules Supplement. Pleas

Question: I drive a Dodge Caravan with hand controls since I no longer have use of my legs. I read an article about a Top Sportsman racer that has a high 6-second, 200 mph car that he drives with hand controls. I was wondering what requirements I must follow to set up my 10 second Camaro with hand controls. Hand Control Hank Answer: Hand Control Hank, In the 2012 NHRA Rulebook section 20, page 15, 3:1 Brakes, it states “NHRA-accepted hand controls for the physic

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 2010 Ford Cobra Jet, entries with the 281 cubic inch engine and a factory rating of 235 currently rated at 248, has been increased by nine horsepower, to 257 horsepower; for Stock Eliminator. NHRA's 2012 Automatic Horsepower Factoring System outlines that any run of 1.20-seconds

Earlier today the NHRA Technical Department released the most recent 2012 Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series Rules Supplement Amendments. The 2012 Hot Rod Racing Series Rules Supplement Amendments can be accessed by navigating to the TECH, Rules, 2012 Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series Rules Supplement Amendments or by visiting the nhrahotrodheritage.com site and navigating to Rules, 2012 Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series Rules Supplement Amendments. The reason for the latest version of

NHRA has disqualified both Nostalgia Top Fuel driver, Rick White and Nostalgia Funny Car driver, Tim Boychuck from the 2012 Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series March Meet for a rules violation. Following a post-race inspection both driver’s fuel pumps exceeded the maximum allowance for fuel delivery. These disqualifications will result in a loss of all points earned toward the Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series and a loss of the purse money from the event. 49625

As the result of runs under the Automatic Horsepower Factoring System (AHFS) 1.20-second under policy at the Tire Kingdom NHRA Gatornationals, the following changes have been made. The horsepower rating for 2010 Ford Cobra Jet, entries with the 281 cubic inch engine and a factory rating of 235 currently rated at 235, has been increased by thirteen horsepower, to 248 horsepower; for Stock Eliminator. The horsepower rating for 09-10 Dodge Drag Pak, entries with the 370 cubi

Question: I have a Pro Street style 1964 Chevy II that I drive on the street and would like to take it to my local NHRA Track on their Test & Tune nights. I have moved the battery to the trunk and was told that I need a battery shutoff on the back of the car. Is this true? Battery Box Billy Answer: Battery Box Billy, Yes it is. In the 2012 NHRA Rulebook section 4A, E. T. Handicap Racing, page 7, Electrical: 8, Master Cutoff it states “Mandatory on any car with a

Question: I have a Chevy S-10 that I’m building to go E.T. Racing at my local NHRA track. I think it will run in the low 11-second range and I know it will need a roll bar. It has the original floor and firewall. My question is can I put the roll bar on 6” X 6” plates welded to the floor? Roll Bar Ronnie Answer: Roll Bar Ronnie, No, all vehicles with OEM frame, such as an S-10 must have 1 ¾” roll bar welded or bolted to frame; also the installation of frame con

Earlier today the NHRA Technical Department released new amendments to the 2012 Rulebook. These latest amendments document the NHRA rule changes that will come into effect beginning March 5, 2012. The 2012 Rule Amendments can be accessed by navigating to the TECH, Rules, 2012 Rule Amendments or by clicking 2012 Rules Amendments. Please continue to visit NHRAracer.com periodically to get updates on the most recent Rule Amendments. 49413

Question: I recently went to my local track and on inspection of my SFI 3.3/5 gloves they were found to have a quarter sized hole in them. The technical inspector was very polite, but said that my gloves would be confiscated and would not be returned to me. Can a technical inspector do that? Confiscated Conrad Answer: Confiscated Conrad, Yes they have that right, per Section 1, Administrative Procedures and Appeals, 1.6.4 Retention of Vehicles and Parts: if NH

Question: I have an SFI 3.2A/15 firesuit, but the class I want to compete in only requires an SFI 3.2A/5. Can I use my SFI 3.2A/15 firesuit? Firesuit Frank Answer: Firesuit Frank, Yes, per page xv of the 2012 NHRA Rulebook: Additional safety equipment or safety-enhancing equipment is always permitted and the levels of safety equipment stated in this Rulebook are minimum prescribed levels for a particular type of competition and do not prohibit the individual racer

Question: I run a 12.00 index class at my local track and have a roll bar in my car even though it is not required. Is roll bar padding required? Roll Bar Padding Patty Answer: Roll Bar Padding Patty, Yes, as written in paragraph 10:6 Head Protector, Page 40 of General Regulations in the 2012 NHRA Rulebook: In any car where a roll bar or roll cage is installed, it must be padded wherever it may come in contact with the driver's helmet. 48950

Question: I drive a Super Gas car. Is it still OK to wear a 3.2A/5 jacket and pants in this category? Super Gas Sam Answer: Super Gas Sam, Yes that is OK with the following exception. If the vehicle is supercharged or turbocharged with alcohol or when automatic transmission is located in drivers compartment, then the jacket and pants or a suit must meeting SFI Spec 3.2A/15 is required. Also required with these exceptions are SFI Spec 3.2A/5 gloves and boots or shoes

The following Edelbrock cylinder head has been accepted for use in Stock and Super Stock. Please refer to the NHRA Stock Car classification for more details. 60767 - 64-91 Mopar 273-360 48948