The fia is the governing body of motor sport and promotes safe, sustainable and accessible mobility for all road users across the world. Discussion in promod tech questions started by drew556, feb 20, 2017. Nhra publishes an annual rule book that covers every classification from top fuel to et bracket racing and is used by pacific raceways tech crew. Drivers in supercharged, front engine, openbodied cars and funny cars must wear a helmet meeting snell sa2010, sah2010, or sfi 31. Basic nhra safety rules v072015 this is general information only and you should always refer to the current official nhra rule book. Street vehicle drag racing regulations issued 1 st december 2011 updated 16th january 2017. Oct 27, 2004 i would suggest you get a nhra rule book, and look at the sportsman bracket requirements, then decide how fast you want to go, and build the car to meet those requirements.
Held under the general regulations of the motor sports association ltd incorporating the provisions of the international sporting code of the fia and the. Classification the classification of a bike entered is the responsibility of the scrutineer as. My question is, what aerodynamic modifications would you. Looking at doing a bit of sprint racing, but the blue book is so complicated im getting lost i think as a modified mini with a 80 it will be classed as an a1.
Msa rules for sprint racing minis in motorsport the mini. The msa book uses different sizes and thicknesses than those accepted by the drag racing world. If i remember correctly the msa has inch and three quarter tubing with a 2mm wall and the drag book. Classification the classification of a bike entered is the responsibility of the scrutineer as well as. Shop with computech racing systems today and grab a paper log book. While the sub focuses mostly on the independentamateur drag racer, everything is welcome. The class regulation may restrict these rules or permit further modifications. Franco scribante racing have taken the rule book and thrown it out of the window. Close observance of the standards set forth in this rule book, the motorsport uk yearbook and the fia drag racing appendix in the fia yearbook is an important fundamental. Drag racing is an established sport in south africa, with a number of strips around the country including tarlton international raceway and odi raceway. These regulations are detailed in the motorsport uk yearbook, commonly known as the blue book.
Drag racing is an acceleration contest between two vehicles from a standing start, over a measured distance, usually the quarter mile. International hot rod association 2016 ihra online rulebook. Drivers 18 years of age and over are required to have valid state driver license, and must be capable of the safe operation of their vehicle. Forums racing talk promod tech questions alky pro or drag racing pro. Drag racing is controlled by motorsport south africa and all drivers are required to hold a valid motorsport south africa license. Door cars and trucks only no dragsters, altered, bikes, buggies. The msa have extended the usable life of these harnesses by 5 years. The rules say the trunk has to be completly sealed off from the driver,and although i did my best and there are no gaps,its not an air tight seal around the rollbars. Reserved for pre1980 automobile bodied, nitroburning funny cars built specifically for allout drag racing competition. Elapsed time and quicker require a nhra competition license and the chassis must have a current nhra chassis certification.
The msa drag racing handbook has all that stuff in it and, again, you can find all that on the internet. Kzn drag racing, racesa, 011 street society brings you line up series, part 2. Group 1 drag cars top, senior, super competition, competition eliminator a. Pro modified, also known as pro mod, is a class or division in the sport of drag racing used in the nhra and fia quartermile and the professional drag racers association pdra eighthmile. Rule changes for fia approved race harnesses and seats msa. Nos may be turned on and off only once with delay box or timer. The speed limit is 10mph so please abide by this rule this rule also applies in the pairing lanes and return road. The drag strip is used for racing, not the rest of the facility so please be sensible when travelling to and from the pits. It follows that the class regulations are subject to these regulations. These supplementary regulations are in addition to the 2011 msa competitors yearbook bluebook, the 2011 msa official drag racing rulebook and the 2011 fia drag racing rule book. Two light beams connect to photocells on the track that are wired to the tree and cross the start line.
This paper log is easily accessible so you can keep track of information before entering the data into an electronic log book. Total responsibility for drag racing s progress, however, must be shared by everyone associated with the sport. A 10 mile test ride may be required on any vehicles trailered to the track moderator discretion. Any automotive production carburettor with any internal modifications or mechanical fuel injection permitted. Motorsport uk british drag racing championship pro mod. These supplementary regulations are in addition to the 2017 msa competitors yearbook bluebook, the 2017 msa official drag racing rulebook and the 2017 fia drag racing rule book. All vehicles running slicks are required to utilize an engine diaper or belly pan. Its a great way to keep track of all of your pertinent drag racing information on race day.
This is not f1 related, but its technical and involves cars, so i posted it here. Popular drag racing books meet your next favorite book. Street legal 254 top 10 list rules little river dragway. The following safety regulations are for road going street based vehicles that wish to race at minor drag racing events effective december 1st 2011. At nhra mello yello drag racing series events, fans may see more than 200 classes of vehicles in 15 categories, or eliminators. Unlike nhra you pretty well have to buy a rulebook to find out anything at all. Any inseason amendments to the gold book can be found on the technical. The tubes and braces must have a diameter of at least 1. It is similar to the top doorslammer class as defined by the andra. Electronic fuel injection accepted on nitrous cars only and then with a maximum of eight 2. Rule changes for fia approved race harnesses and seats msa update bulletin september 2018. Drag racing is a type of motor racing in which automobiles or motorcycles usually specially prepared for the purpose compete, usually two at a time, to be first to cross a set finish line.
However before they reach the committee, regulations. Interpreting msa rule book re roll cages page 1 drag. Pm usplendidtree for information in becoming a rdragracing mod discussion, information, and news on all forms of legal drag racing. Hopefully this is has a positive outcome on uk motorsport and helps to keep club level racing and rallying costs down. If you think that you may eventually be running in the 11s, for instance, build the car for that, even if you have a mild motor to start. Point scoring refer to msa drag racing rulebook nationalregional championship point scoring. Click here to read the msa updates on harnesses and seats. Nostalgia funny car designation nfc, preceded by number.
International hot rod association 2016 ihra online. Msa rules for sprint racing posted in minis in motorsport. Total responsibility for drag racings progress, however, must be shared by everyone associated with the sport. All regulations proposed by the specialist committees come before the rules committee for debate and ratification. The 1965 accident that took the life of the child did not cause nascar to drop drag racing as they continued sanctioning drags through 66 and into 67. The only exemptions to any of the above rules is if your vehicle is fully compliant with all msa fia drag racing regulations. Motorsport uk regulations are designed to ensure safety and fair play across fourwheel uk motorsport. Feb 11, 2014 msa rules for sprint racing posted in minis in motorsport. Rule changes for fia approved race harnesses and seats. Hope so as ive already got one do the seats and harnesses have to be in date etc. I used 22 gauge galvanized sheetmetal so i wouldnt have to paint it,but i used sheetmetal screws to. It finally got above freezing today and i used the time to make a new rear firewall bulkead for the dodge. Street cars the following items are required for a vehicle and driver to pass tech.
All cars that run down the drag strip are required to undergo a technical inspection by the tracks tech crew. The motorsport uk yearbook, commonly known as the blue book, is the bible of uk motorsport, containing all of the motorsport uk general regulations that help to ensure safety and fair play across the sport. Any rule violations, crashes or issues during any race are to be reported after the race and a committee will decide the outcomes of any complaints the next day prior to posting results. Allows you to enroll as a member of santa pod racers club. Street legal 254 top 10 list racing class summary headsup, sportsman tree, for fwdrwdawd streetdaily driven sportcompact vehicles.
We are talking about the baddest group of street race cars assembled from around sa and probably the fastest cars and bikes to ever race in kzn. Welcome to the motorsport uk british drag racing championship. No operational throttle stops or like devices allowed air or electric. Riders of motorcycles, quad bikes, go karts and anything else deemed similar by the track manager are required to wear suitable protective clothing. Passengers must be 17 years of age and over photo id required. Regulations motorsport uk the beating heart of uk motorsport. Related documents fia drag racing ladders et, sportsman 2016.
The official rulebook of andra championship drag racing. Any regulation changes affecting future editions of the blue book are announced in advance here. I need a little help, as im not an expert in hillclimb or drag racing, but i would like to know more, as i maybe entering this field soon. Index racing little river dragway little river dragway. Drivers of nhra lucas oil drag racing series and e. Pro modified became the designated class of the motorsport uk championship previously msa in 2007 and consists of six rounds, contested between easter and late september on the renowned santa pod raceway quartermile. The msa have extended the usable life of these seats by 2 years. Apr 22, 2008 since racing was their only income in those days they went drag racing to keep a paycheck coming in. Quads q see msa drag racing rule book for detailed specifications. The acu handbook has been split into the following sections for ease of use. Aerodynamics for sprints, hillclimb and drag racing. To be used by teams that require a pit space bigger than 7 x 18 metres. Yearbook motorsport uk the beating heart of uk motorsport.
The motorsport uk karting yearbook the gold book is a separate publication containing individual class regulations for karting. Aerodynamics for sprints, hillclimb and drag racing posted in the technical forum archive. Pro street bikes pst see msa drag racing rule book for detailed specifications. The race follows a short, straight course from a standing start over a measured distance, most commonly 1.
Supplementary rules and regulations for drag racing held under the general competition rules gcrs and standing supplementary regulations ssrs. Here you can view the ihra rulebook, order a physical copy and check out all of the latest competition updates and revisions. Jr street rules section of nhra rulebook hot rod heritage racing. Complainants need to provide the following in writing on the night. Class eligibility is based on requirements that include type of. Willowbank raceway street vehicle drag racing regulations.