Information on the nhra and ihra safety requirements for specific 14 mile times. A roll cage vs a roll bar vs a 6 point cage lets try this again, except this time theres going to be one huge difference. Many import drag racing organizations will accept the autopower boltin roll bar or cage. I mentioned in the nhra rules and regulations article that every race car i built got at least a fivepoint cage.
As a reminder to all racers, a new roll cage padding rule goes into effect june 1, 2011. Additional information on mustang modifications,maintenance,parts,and technical specifications. Is there a place on line where you can read the nhra rule book instead of having to buy one. The dodge challenger srt demon, which is a good and righteous car, is also too quick and too fast to be nhra legal off the lot. The 2020 nhra rulebook is now online and viewable by all who wish to compete in the nhra arena. Ive searched and read most every post and looked at every image of roll bar installations on the board. Almost all organizations will allow you to have the roll bar or cage installed if your car class does not require you to have one.
This thread is to try and answer the questions on safety equipment needed on stuff like helmets, roll bar roll cage, driveshaft loops, 5point harnesses, etc. Taken from the 1958, official nhra rule book pertaining to the gas coupesedan class aka gas class or gassers for short. Section, 4a, page 5, and in general regulations, section 20, page 20, it states, beginning. Post pics of your roll cage page 2 honda d series forum. Check the nhra rulebook or call maple grove race track and ask for someone who knows for certain like one of the tech inspectors. Apparently you can bolt in a bar cage, but they make sure its not going anywhere. Seems pretty straight forward, however some questions. Nhra ihra safety requirements mustang parts and tech.
In no way are these rules intended to supersede or replace the current nhra andor track rules. I was just looking through the nhra web site and see that they are requiring side steering roadsters what ever the hell they are. Hi guys, i was able to score a 1964 nhra drag rules rulebook and i. As a fan, youll love it, because it brings you inside the highly technical world of nhra drag racing like nothing else can. Classbyclass regulations and requirements, racing procedures, and. Nhra, roll cage question s for a bodies only mopar forum. Street cars the following items are required for a vehicle and driver to pass tech.
Refer to the current nhra rulebook or rules revisions for vehicledriver requirements, specifications, and general regulations. Ok, so im looking to put a cage in my gremlin and looking for any tips on the subject. Pennocks fiero forum 8 pt roll cage by buildamonster. Safety requirements for nhra rollbar, rollcage, harness. I am going to explain the key rules and requirements on building a 10 point, or 8.
I am going to explain the key rules and requirements on building a 10. Must be attached to frame or crossmember with minimum of two 12 inch bolts. Greater wall thicknesses may be bent with the smaller o. Roll bars, rules and the envelop turbo buick forum. A quickrelease, 3inch shoulder harness meeting sfi spec 16. It has been many years since i drag raced but it could be things like cage. If anyone has or knows someone who has one, please let me know. Per the nhra rule book, on unibody cars with stock floor and firewall wheel tubs permitted, the roll cage may be bolted or welded to the floorrocker box. Discussion in the hokey ass message board started by valtteri, jun 7, 2015. This is general information only and you should always refer to the current official nhra rule book. I could easily write an article five times this size when it comes to explaining how roll cages work in a variety of ets and car configurations. I was just reading the nhra rulebook regarding roll cages yesterday. For example, the feet of the cage need to be welded to metal plates at least 6x6, and the plates in turn must be welded to the floor.
We now offer a weldin cage by autopower that is nhra. This isnt about any build or any company or any person. Classbyclass regulations and requirements, racing procedures, and more are all covered in this. The national hot rod association, the premier governing body in the sport of drag racing, outlines a number of requirements for roll bars and roll cages for racers.
Even nhra sanctioned race tracks will bend around some rules and hype about others. Nhra rule book download pdf throughout this rulebook, a number of references are made for particular products to meet. Roll cages available in mild steel or 4 chrome moly 1 58 x. The 2009 rule book is at the printers right now and should be available very soon. Nhra roll cage rules 10 out of 10 based on 436 ratings. It seems the 8 point design is becoming what commonly used. Only 100 pounds removable ballast permitted, including box twobox maximum with 50 pounds each. If youre a serious fan or a potential racer, this book is for you. Driver restraint system must be clearly labeled as meeting sfi spec 16. Basic nhra safety rules v072015 this is general information only and you should always refer to the current official nhra rule book. Jr street rules section of nhra rulebook hot rod heritage racing. Roll cages are mandatory for any car either running 10.
Every year, nhra shares its secrets and makes its complete rules available to the public for every class from top fuel to the e. Roll cages provide the most safety in a catastrophic wreck. Recognizing the safetyinspired design and construction of todays late model vehicles, the nhra has actually rescinded its previous guidelines for street vehicles running 9. One way that nhra consistently achieves these important objectives is through the development of a rulebook designed to. Requirements for top dragster are the same as those for e.
Being in australia, an off the shelf cage is not an option so a local fabrication shop will be engaged. What is everyones opinion on roll cage metal and size. Keep in mind these are nhra rules overall, and your track may enforce stricter rules than these unfortunately some tracks enforce much less, but better safe than sorry in my opinion. We do have a certified tig and mig guy but dam i hope he dont screw up. Basic nhra safety rules all cars must meet nhra rules. Excessive weight reduction of bodies or body parts is not per mitted.
Safety requirements for nhra rollbar, rollcage, harness, etc. Ok after reading thoroughly thru the 2016 nhra rule book, section 20 general regulations, on roll cages, it states that all of the drivers body be confined inside of cage, well installing a cage in a s10 using outriggers, the factory frame rail is under the body not outside, so a lower rocker bar would seem to be required, so i called someone i know. I want a safe, nonintrusive roll bar that will still allow someone to get into the back seat. Ihra or nhra official rule books and our recommendations may exceed. Roll cage must also be certified by nhra every 3 years, and have a serialized sticker affixed prior to participation. The level of cage required varies based on the et capabilities of the vehicle, but the 12point roll cage below would allow a camaro, mustang. The cage must be padded anywhere the drivers helmet may contact it while in the driving position. The national hot rod association, the premier governing body in the sport of drag racing, outlines a number of requirements for roll bars and roll cages for racers when building a race car, one of the most frustrating and misunderstood parts of the build can be the roll cage. I just have questions from time to time about certain classes. Dons guide to passing tech inspection maritime drag racing. Im reading the nhra rule book and have a guick question about cages, probly more to come. I was in ireland and the brother of a friend was into rallying. All competitors must have nhrda competition number and class abbreviation in clear visible area on the front window, tower side window and back window of competition vehicle. The roll cage must be constructed of minimum 1 58 o.
I absofreakinglutly do not want this thread derailed. Some of the wording might not be exactly the same as either the. Roll cage with altered floor pans, or 5 mph window net required. Looking for a passenger side tail light bucket for a 69 barracu. The 2012 nhra rulebook has 12 pages in the general regulations section that pertain to frame requirements, which is far more than we. I think the convertible rules are a tad strictor, like a helmet no matter how fast and a cage at 12. The rules regarding roll cages are pretty specific. Chart intended to supersede or replace the current nhra rulebook quartermile e. Section, 4a, page 5, and in general regulations, section 20, page 20, it states, beginning our roll cage a chris alstons chassisworks prebent 10point. At the time a roll cage was not required but after a serious crash cages were required. Ihra or nhra official rule books and our recommendations may exceed some. Ballast, our rules state that weight box permitted. Any under the hood modifications necessary for engine installation will be allowed. Is there any real advantage to tig welding the cage.
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