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Posted by Sicc98GT (Member # 1862) on :
 
im planning to head out to sac in a couple of weeks to see what my car can run. i was curious on the rules. say i ran a 13 what would i need to be nhra legal, or are they not really strict on picky rules [Confused]
 
Posted by Jeff S (Member # 371) on :
 
In a hardtop you would need a helmet and if you run slicks you will need a driveshaft safety loop.
 
Posted by Sicc98GT (Member # 1862) on :
 
what kind of helmet exactly? could you use a motorcycle helmet?
 
Posted by Sicc98GT (Member # 1862) on :
 
is there any place online that states the rules?
 
Posted by twstd5o (Member # 1981) on :
 
www.sacramentoraceway.com
[patriot]
 
Posted by Sicc98GT (Member # 1862) on :
 
i checked the site but it just says check the nhra rule book
 
Posted by twstd5o (Member # 1981) on :
 
Basic Requirements

All drivers must have a valid state driver's license.
All vehicles must pass a basic NHRA ET Bracket safety inspection. For a full listing of requirements, consult an NHRA Rulebook.
A single co-driver is permitted in vehicles running slower than 14.00 seconds. Co-drivers must be at least 16 years old and must sit in the front seat.
All drivers and co-drivers must wear long pants and shirts with sleeves (no tank tops).
SFI approved helmets are required for all vehicles running quicker than 14.00 seconds.
Motorcycle racers slower than 10.99 seconds are required to wear a heavy jacket, gloves, helmet with eye protection, and shoes covering the tops of the ankles. Significant additional requirements including full leathers are required for motorcycles quicker than 10.99 seconds.
Racers running and NHRA ET number and winning 3 or more times (not including motorcycles) must run Street Pro
 
Posted by twstd5o (Member # 1981) on :
 
I think the basic rules should cover you just fine.

I've never had any problems there as they don't seem to be too picky.

[patriot]
 
Posted by eljefe (Member # 1753) on :
 
just bring a helmet if you plan on running in the 13's. you'll need a snell 95 or up
 
Posted by Sicc98GT (Member # 1862) on :
 
thanx guys [patriot]
 
Posted by TRIX02GT (Member # 2844) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by eljefe:
just bring a helmet if you plan on running in the 13's. you'll need a snell 95 or up
Just checking cuz my buddy went up to Sac and i thought he said that at tech the Snell rating had gone up from 95? [Confused] This was a few weeks ago?

Could you clarify for me....thanks.
 
Posted by twstd5o (Member # 1981) on :
 
I was there less than a month ago and they didn't even look at my helmet...
 
Posted by SF Coupe (Member # 1810) on :
 
I used a snell 95 three weeks ago, they said nothing about it.

About the slicks, does the drive shaft loop rule apply to DOT approved tire (et streets, QTPs)?
 
Posted by Sicc98GT (Member # 1862) on :
 
btw, anybody know of a good site/or place to pick up a helmet?
 
Posted by SF Coupe (Member # 1810) on :
 
There's a guy selling brand new snell 95 helmets for $50 on Craigslist
 
Posted by Blue97GT (Member # 4241) on :
 
theyre not really that strict. my friend "saleen03" just brought his dirtbike helmet and they said its okay...its a helmet...if you just bring one of those itll be okay.
 




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