Nhra rule book roll bar

The street section is for dualpurpose cars capable of starting under their own power. Roll bar roll bar mandatory in all cars running 11. Nhra amends roll barcage rules for 08later street vehicles dragzine. I dont have a copy here handy, but basiclly it talks about having to use a minimum 38 bolt and goes over the positioning of the pivot point and upper latching point. All cars with an oem frame must have roll bar attached to frame it also says.

Nhra rules gas coupessedans g 1965 nostalgia gassers. The roll bar can be bolted or welded to the floor, see diagram for specs. While there are exceptions, nhra et rules state that a car can run 11. Nhra amends roll barcage rules for 08 later street vehicles. There is a section in the nhra rulebook that covers the swing out door bars. 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. May 22, 2014 while there are exceptions, nhra et rules state that a car can run 11. The rollbar must be constructed of minimum 1 inch o. If you dont have one i would suggest you get one otherwise you may be disappointed at the track some time. Jan 17, 2017 ihra roll bar rules a drag race antiroll bar, on the other hand, is intended to keep both rear tires firmly planted on the ground by counteracting the natural rollrotation of the car 2014 champions top street chris shaffer 2702 points. Ive searched and read most every post and looked at every image of roll bar installations on the board. What to expect when you get to an nhra member track for an nhra drags street legal style presented by aaa event, youll pay your entry fee and get a tech card. But i can not find reference to the amendment anywhere in the rule book.

The nhras annual round of rule amendments to be included in the 20 rulebook include a wide range of changes across every category in the sport. Safety regulations for nhra classes and brackets racingjunk. Dec 25, 2011 taken from the 1965, official nhra rule book pertaing to the gas coupesedan class aka gas class or gassers for short. Elapsed time and quicker require a nhra competition license and the chassis must have a. Ihra roll bar rules a drag race antiroll bar, on the other hand, is intended to keep both rear tires firmly planted on the ground by counteracting the natural rollrotation of the car 2014 champions top street chris shaffer 2702 points. Cars without frame use 6 square 18 steel plates on top and bottom of floor, securely bolted together with at least four 38 bolts, or top plate welded to rocker sill. Ihra or nhra official rule books and our recommendations may exceed. Section, 4a, page 5, and in general regulations, section 20, page 20, it states, beginning june 1, 2011, rollcage padding meeting sfi spec 45. I know of a few that compete on the nhra schedual and the bar is,, lets say not quite per the book. I just upgraded a brogie built 27 t sg roadster by adding gusset tubes because the mandated side bar was too far from the lower crossmember where it met the uprights in the back of.

We break down the rules bar by bar using a chris alstons. Nhra drag racing rule book rules and regulations if you are building a drag car of any kind this serious will guide you throw the rules of. Safety requirements for nhra rollbar, rollcage, harness. The rules focus on helmet distance from the roll barmain hoop and reinforcements to race seats of aluminum or fiberglass. May 25, 2017 roll bar and roll cage requirements not only apply to nhraihra sanctioned events, but also apply at every independent event taken place at any nhraihra sanctioned tracks. Roll bars, rules and the envelop turbo buick forum buick. Basic nhra safety rules all cars must meet nhra rules and pass technical inspection this is general information only and you should always refer to the current official nhra rule book.

See the nhra rule book for more detailed information. Oct 11, 2005 the rule book cover is missing so i dont know if it is a 2005 version im looking at says. As a reminder to all racers, a new roll cage padding rule goes into effect june 1, 2011. The 2020 nhra rulebook is now online and viewable by all who wish to compete in the nhra arena. Nhra competition drivers license required, done by car designation dragster, door car, etc. No expiration date per 2008 nhra rule book, but some have said 2 years on expirationrecert. Bpg event cageroll bar nhra rules strictly enforced.

Chart intended to supersede or replace the current nhra rulebook quartermile e. Buy a rulebook 2019 to 2020 rulebook amendments 2020 rulebook 2020 rulebook amendments junior dragster racing league rulebook. Jul 18, 2012 the three diameters rule covers situations where it is difficult to place a group of tubes in one place or get rule book specified tubes to meet for some reason. I want a safe, nonintrusive roll bar that will still allow someone to get into the back seat. This is an engine diaper or belly pan per the 2009 rule book. I love running at vmp and will definitely go back, but are they able to not follow the rule book. 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. Nhra rules on rollbars viper club of america discussion. Earlier today we got word of an important change to the 201220 rulebook. If your car is capable of running between 11flat and 11.

Roll bar required on all cars including ttops running quicker than 7. All roll bars must be within 6 of the rear, or side, of the drivers head, extend in height at least 3 above the drivers helmet with driver in normal driving position and be at least as wide as the drivers shoulders or within 1 of the drivers door. What to expect when you get to an nhra member track for an nhra drags street legal style presented by aaa event, youll pay your entry fee and get a. A mustang gt and a fiesta rally car at an unknown track. Apr 08, 2015 if your car is capable of running between 11flat and 11. According to the 1997 nhra rule book general regulation 10. The roll bar below does not meet any nhra standard. All 4 chromoly tube welding must be done by approved tig heliarc process. Every year the nhra makes amendments to many of its rules and regulations in hopes of further streamlining their events. A physical, 2 nhra licensed drivers to witnesssign your forms and minimum 6 runs are required. The rule book cover is missing so i dont know if it is a 2005 version im looking at says. Cars in this section must be capable of being driven on the street.

Basic nhra safety rules v072015 this is general information only and you should always refer to the current official nhra rule book. Dec 12, 2012 nhra amends roll barcage rules for 08 later street vehicles by andrew wolf december 12, 2012 the nhras annual round of rule amendments to be included in the 20 rulebook include a wide range of changes across every category in the sport, but one in particular is of rather great significance to street legal drag racers and the enthusiast. Classbyclass regulations and requirements, racing procedures, and. If you plan to race frequently, get an nhraihra rule book and read up on everything so youll be well versed before hitting the track. Most fellows these days will go ahead and build a cage while they have the welder and their tools fired up, but well cover the bar for those of you who dont plan on going 9s or quicker. Jun 10, 2014 this is what nhra rule book says about welding on roll bars and cages. Select year 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 20 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986 1985.

To download pdf versions of minor past revisions, please visit our tech advisories page under the tech and safety tab. Here you can view the ihra rulebook, order a physical copy and check out all of the latest competition updates and revisions. Nhra has amended the roll bar rule for 20, a stock 2008 and newer car can run faster than 11. Nhra rules on rollbars viper club of america discussion forums. Dec 02, 2018 nhra drag racing rule book rules and regulations if you are building a drag car of any kind this serious will guide you throw the rules of nhra drag racing and how to set up your drag racing car. Hmm i am reading this as i need at least a roll bar in fullbodied cars, with unaltered firewall, floor, and body from firewall rearward, wheeltubs permitted, running between 10. If installing a cage per nhra not a roll bar those plates have to be fully welded to the floor. From our mailbox is a rollbar and a rollcage the same thing or is a. Jun 09, 2017 roll cage nhra requirements 9 out of 10 based on 493 ratings. Sfinhra set the standard to follow, giving the installer the latitude to fit it for each make of vehicle as long as it follows their guide line. I dont have a copy here handy, but basiclly it talks about having to use a minimum 38 bolt and goes over the positioning of the pivot point. Roll bar must be padded anywhere the drivers helmet may contact it while in the driving position. Roll bars, rules and the envelop turbo buick forum.

Nhra amends roll barcage rules for 08later street vehicles lsxtv show full signature. Rollcage roll cage mandatory if vehicle has altered floor. The nhra rule book states that the drivers head must be 3 inches below the height of the hoop when sitting in the seat. Also, drag radials would make the car no longer stock and then require a number of other requirements. The nhra rule book keeps you up to date with all the info you need to stay safe and competitive. That rule went into effect may 1 of this year at all local tracks and i believe also in. The forward bar may be swing out or take out for normal driving, you need nhra cert on roll bar. Parachute mandatory on any car that runs 125mph or faster. Aug 05, 2003 i thought that you had to have a roll bar 4 point at 11. Roll cage with altered floor pans, or 5 mph window net required. We are in the beginning stages of doing a mustang and capri roll cages and we bought the nhra rule book, because they have some very specific specs on how and where all the bars must go. If your friends have a rule book have em look it up and if i remember i will too.

Dons guide to passing tech inspection maritime drag racing. By adding diagonal door bars, this type of roll bar gives the vehicle a significant increase in rollover protection. A quickrelease, 3inch shoulder harness meeting sfi spec 16. Sfi nhra set the standard to follow, giving the installer the latitude to fit it for each make of vehicle as long as it follows their guide line. By adding diagonal door bars, this type of roll bar gives the vehicle a significant increase in rollover protection because the main hoop is supported both front and rear. Nhra amends roll barcage rules for 08later street vehicles. The tree has just gone green and both drivers are launching. The nhra rules state, all roll bars must be within six inches of the rear, or side, of the drivers head, extend in height at least three inches above the drivers helmet with driver in normal driving position or be within one inch of the roofheadliner in the area above the drivers helmet, and be at least as wide as the drivers shoulders or within one inch of the drivers door. Driver restraint systems a quickrelease, 3inch shoulder harness meeting sfi spec 16. All vehicles required to have roll bar or roll cage sfi 16. Roll cages are mandatory for any car either running 10. The tech guy said he was aware of the rule change, but that if he saw me dip below 1149, i would not be able to run the car without a roll bar.

This topic will cover a 5point roll bar as opposed to a roll cage. Taken from the 1965, official nhra rule book pertaing to the gas coupesedan class aka gas class or gassers for short. Roll bar and roll cage requirements not only apply to nhraihra sanctioned events, but also apply at every independent event taken place at any nhraihra sanctioned tracks. When do i need a roll bar or roll cage, and what should it look like. 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. Look it up in the nhra rule book, they call a 5 or 6 point a roll bar as. Ive never seen a nhra offiicial pay any attention to a roll bar.