| Meeting tech is pretty easy
depending on how fast your vehicle goes so read this information carefully.
The following list should answer a few of the more common questions
concerning what is required to race at LACR. It is presented as general
information only and you should always refer to the Current "Official
NHRA Rule Book" or your local track before heading out to race.
If you have any questions Call Moldy @ (661)
944-2299 or L.A.C.R. (661) 533-2225
For most of you entering the show these rules
will apply. Vehicles running 14.00
sec and slower
License:
Virtually anyone can compete in drag racing. Drivers are required to
have Valid State Drivers License and must be capable of the safe operation
of their vehicle. Vehicles running a 9.99 ET require an NHRA Competition
License.
Roll Bars:
Unless otherwise required by your class: Roll Bars required on
convertibles running quicker than 11.00 - 13.99. Roll Bars required on all
cars running quicker than 11.00 - 11.99.
Liquid Overflow:
All cars must have a recovery system or catch can for the car's
radiator.
Seat Belts (Lap Belts):
All cars running 14.00 sec and slower must be equipped with an accepted
quick release type driver seat belt. All cars in competition requiring a
roll bar or roll cage, or as outlined by Class Requirements, require a
Driver Restraint System as outlined below.
Wheels & Tires:
All wheels must have ALL lug nuts in place and securely fastened. All
street tires must have minimum 1/16 inch tread depth.
Auto Trans Reverse Lockout:
Any non-OME automatic floor-mounted transmission shifter must be
equipped with a spring-loaded positive reverse lockout device to prevent the
shifter from accidentally being put in reverse gear.
Helmets:
Drivers of all 13.99 or quicker cars, and co-drivers in 14.00 to 14.99
second cars, must wear a helmet meeting Snell 90 or Newer, or SFI 31.1,31.2
specs.
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Faster Vehicles:
Roll Cages:
Roll Cages required on convertibles running 10.99 or faster than 135mph.
Roll Cages required on all cars running 10.99 or faster than 135mph. - One
exception: full bodied cars running between 10.00 and 10.99, with unaltered
firewalls, floor and body (from firewall rearward - wheel tubes permitted)
can compete with just a roll bar.Faster than a 9.99 you need a chassis
sticker and have the car reinserted every 3 years.
Nitrous Oxide:
The use of any agents other than NOS as part of, or mixed with, this
pressurized fuel system is strictly prohibited. All bottles must be securely
mounted, stamped with minimum DOT 1800 pound rating, and identified as
nitrous oxide. Nitrous oxide bottle(s) located in the driver compartment
must be equipped with a relief valve and vented outside the compartment.
System must be commercially available, and installed as per manufacture's
recommendations. Commercially available thermostatically controlled
blanket-type warmer accepted. Any other external heating of bottle(s)
prohibited.
Drive-shaft loop:
If you have slicks, you must have a drive-shaft loop. If your car runs 13.99
or quicker, you will need a drive shaft loop, even if you are running street
tires.
Battery Relocation:
If the battery is not in the stock location, and relocated to the trunk for
example, you must have an external cut-off switch on the back of the car
which cuts off the electrical system and must also stop the car from
running.
Driver Restraint Systems:
A quick-release, 3-inch shoulder harness meeting SFI Spec 16.1, including
crotch strap, is mandatory in all cars in competition required by the rules
to have a roll bar or a roll cage. Driver restraint system must be clearly
labeled as meeting SFI Spec 16.1 and be dated by manufacturer. System must
be updated at two-year intervals from date of manufacture. All seat belt and
shoulder harness installations must be mutually compatible, originally
designed to be used with each other, and produced by the same manufacturer.
Cars using OEM or OEM type seat may route crotch strap in front of seat
instead of through seat. Only those units that release all five attachment
points in one motion are permitted. When arm restraints are worn with a
restraint system that utilizes a "latch lever", a protective cover
must be installed to prevent arm restraint from accidentally releasing the
latch lever. Protective cover not needed if system uses "duckbill"
latch hardware. All harness sections must be mounted to the frame,
crossmember, or reinforced mounting, and installed to limit driver's body
travel both upward and forward. Seat belts may not be wrapped around lower
frame rails. Under no circumstances are bolts inserted through belt webbing
permitted for mounting. Check manufacturers instructions.
Motorcycles:
Helmut, eye safety goggles or visor, gloves, and
leathers are required.
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