For those of you attending the California Speedway Street Legal Drags (Sept. 8th & 9th)
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For those of you attending the California Speedway Street Legal Drags (Sept. 8th & 9th)
I would like to remind everyone to read the rules to avoid any of you making a useless trip & not being able to race. http://www.californiaspeedway.com
DRAG RULES
California Speedway Street Legal Program Rules
Basic Technical Requirements
Vehicle must have current registration, license and a valid proof of
insurance. Vehicles must be driven into the speedway – NO
TRAILERING of vehicles onto the property will be permitted. All
vehicles must enter off of Cherry Avenue. The speedway is located at
9300 Cherry Ave., Fontana.
Vehicle: no water, fuel, oil or trans leaks.
Electronics: No aftermarket electronic devices allowed (throttle stops,
delay boxes, etc.)
Exhaust: Must be routed through street legal muffler(s). All runs will be
monitored on a decibel meter (100db at 100’ from the strip). If it is too
loud you will not be allowed to run. NO EXCEPTIONS! It is your
responsibility.
Tires: Street legal DOT approved treaded tires, front and rear required
on all vehicles. Tires will be inspected for overall condition (no bare
tires).
Wheels: All wheel studs, with lug nuts required. Broken or missing
studs/lugs must be replaced before racing. Hub caps/wheel covers
must be removed for inspection.
Lines & Hoses: All fuel, transmission, brake and power steering lines
must be secure and free of leaks. Neoprene fuel lines limited to 12”
overall.
Radiator: Overflow catch tank mandatory on all vehicles and no leaks.
Driver: Must have valid state driver’s license. No shorts, bare legs,
tank-tops, bare torsos, bare feet permitted when racing. (Insurance
requirement).
Helmet: Required in all vehicles faster than 13.99 seconds. Helmet
must meet SNELL 85 (effective Jan. 98) or better standards (must
have label inside of helmet).
Seats: Must be securely fastened to floor or frame with minimum 4
attaching bolt and nuts. No sheet metal screws.
Seat Belts: All cars and trucks must have as a minimum, an
O.E.M.-type lap belt system, securely mounted to frame or floor.
Batteries & Ballast: Batteries must be secured per OEM, or with
minimum of 2 (two), 3/8” diameter bolts (no straps, bungee cords,
wire, etc.). Loose ballast is not permitted on the racetrack, so be
prepared to empty trunks and interiors of all loose items. Spare tires,
jacks, etc. must be securely mounted or must be removed. Tools, jack
stands, coolers, loose speakers, wheel covers, etc. are considered
loose ballast and are not permitted on the track. If you don’t need it,
or don’t want to leave it unattended, leave it at home.
Neutral Safety Switch: All vehicles must be equipped with an
operational Neutral Safety Switch. The neutral safety switch prevents
the vehicle’s starter from turning the engine over unless the
transmission is in Park or Neutral (or unless the clutch pedal is
depressed with a manual transmission).
Nitrous Oxide: Bottles must be stamped as meeting DOT 1800-pound
standards and must be securely bolted to the frame or floor (no
bungee cords, hose clamps, etc). All fittings, hoses, etc. must be
compatible from same manufacturer, vented to outside of driver
compartment.
Roll Bars & Cages: Roll bar required in any vehicle running between
10:00 and 11:99 E.T. (convertibles between 11:00 and 13:99). Roll
cage required in any vehicle faster than 9.99 (convertibles quicker
than 10.99). Roll bar / cage structures must meet minimum NHRA
standards as found in the 1999 rulebook.
Motorcycles: Must be registered for the street, front and rear brakes,
chain guards, ignition cutoff switch, and functioning snapback throttle
mandatory. Any pressurized container (air shifter bottles, nitrous
bottles) must be stamped as DOT 1800-pound standards. Leather
jacket, gloves and leather (above ankle) shoes mandatory (up to 120
mph). full-face helmet labeled as meeting SNELL 85 or better
Mandatory.
Note: When elapsed times are quicker than 11.99 specialized racing
equipment is required. For example, when a roll bar or cage is
required, so is an approved 5-point shoulder harness assembly. If you
know or suspect that your vehicle will exceed these ET limits, we
suggest contacting the NHRA Tech Department at (626) 914 4761 with
your questions.
After Tech Inspection Move your car forward and walk to the “Tech
Registration Table” Where you will show I.D., sign a release of liability
and get a wristband for restricted area access. Once you have
completed registration, return to your car to have your number
applied to your windows. You may now find yourself a “pit” location
(10’ X 20’ max per car).
Hear the Call Tune your car radio to 104.7 fm for the Speedway’s PA
announcements. All categories will be called to the staging lanes at
random rotation. Listen for your category to be called. Please DO NOT
come to the lanes until your category is called. Be sure to bring your
“RUN CARD” and have all safety items in place with seat belts on. Also,
leave all loose items out of vehicle.
Rev it up When you get to the back of the staging area, you will be
directed to a lane. At the front of the lane you will be asked for your
“RUN CARD”, get it punched and proceed as directed.
Burn – Out!!! You will be directed to the “box”, where a 5 second burn
– out is permitted. On the Starting Line Official’s signal, roll your car
forward until the top two small yellow bulbs on your side of the
christmas tree are lit… STOP. You are now STAGED and ready. When
the tree is activated, you will see 3 amber bulbs flash ½ second apart
then GREEN…GO!!! GO on the GREEN. Hint: Try to leave on the last
amber for a better reaction time.
Top Speed After crossing the Finish Line, let off the gas slowly apply
the brakes. Stay in your lane and drive to the end of the track, turn
left and return to the pits, stopping at “TIME-SLIPS” booth. Return road
speed limit is 15 MPH.
Quiet Please In our continued efforts to be good neighbors, we will be
enforcing our “zero tolerance” policy for decimeter readings over limit.
Also, please be considerate of what our neighbors think of us when
leaving the facility…Please Drive Safely.
California Speedway reserves the right to deny participation and
revoke all rights and privileges pertaining to this event.
No Alcoholic Beverages are permitted on the premises.
[Modified by BLITZ, 4:45 PM 8/30/2001]
DRAG RULES
California Speedway Street Legal Program Rules
Basic Technical Requirements
Vehicle must have current registration, license and a valid proof of
insurance. Vehicles must be driven into the speedway – NO
TRAILERING of vehicles onto the property will be permitted. All
vehicles must enter off of Cherry Avenue. The speedway is located at
9300 Cherry Ave., Fontana.
Vehicle: no water, fuel, oil or trans leaks.
Electronics: No aftermarket electronic devices allowed (throttle stops,
delay boxes, etc.)
Exhaust: Must be routed through street legal muffler(s). All runs will be
monitored on a decibel meter (100db at 100’ from the strip). If it is too
loud you will not be allowed to run. NO EXCEPTIONS! It is your
responsibility.
Tires: Street legal DOT approved treaded tires, front and rear required
on all vehicles. Tires will be inspected for overall condition (no bare
tires).
Wheels: All wheel studs, with lug nuts required. Broken or missing
studs/lugs must be replaced before racing. Hub caps/wheel covers
must be removed for inspection.
Lines & Hoses: All fuel, transmission, brake and power steering lines
must be secure and free of leaks. Neoprene fuel lines limited to 12”
overall.
Radiator: Overflow catch tank mandatory on all vehicles and no leaks.
Driver: Must have valid state driver’s license. No shorts, bare legs,
tank-tops, bare torsos, bare feet permitted when racing. (Insurance
requirement).
Helmet: Required in all vehicles faster than 13.99 seconds. Helmet
must meet SNELL 85 (effective Jan. 98) or better standards (must
have label inside of helmet).
Seats: Must be securely fastened to floor or frame with minimum 4
attaching bolt and nuts. No sheet metal screws.
Seat Belts: All cars and trucks must have as a minimum, an
O.E.M.-type lap belt system, securely mounted to frame or floor.
Batteries & Ballast: Batteries must be secured per OEM, or with
minimum of 2 (two), 3/8” diameter bolts (no straps, bungee cords,
wire, etc.). Loose ballast is not permitted on the racetrack, so be
prepared to empty trunks and interiors of all loose items. Spare tires,
jacks, etc. must be securely mounted or must be removed. Tools, jack
stands, coolers, loose speakers, wheel covers, etc. are considered
loose ballast and are not permitted on the track. If you don’t need it,
or don’t want to leave it unattended, leave it at home.
Neutral Safety Switch: All vehicles must be equipped with an
operational Neutral Safety Switch. The neutral safety switch prevents
the vehicle’s starter from turning the engine over unless the
transmission is in Park or Neutral (or unless the clutch pedal is
depressed with a manual transmission).
Nitrous Oxide: Bottles must be stamped as meeting DOT 1800-pound
standards and must be securely bolted to the frame or floor (no
bungee cords, hose clamps, etc). All fittings, hoses, etc. must be
compatible from same manufacturer, vented to outside of driver
compartment.
Roll Bars & Cages: Roll bar required in any vehicle running between
10:00 and 11:99 E.T. (convertibles between 11:00 and 13:99). Roll
cage required in any vehicle faster than 9.99 (convertibles quicker
than 10.99). Roll bar / cage structures must meet minimum NHRA
standards as found in the 1999 rulebook.
Motorcycles: Must be registered for the street, front and rear brakes,
chain guards, ignition cutoff switch, and functioning snapback throttle
mandatory. Any pressurized container (air shifter bottles, nitrous
bottles) must be stamped as DOT 1800-pound standards. Leather
jacket, gloves and leather (above ankle) shoes mandatory (up to 120
mph). full-face helmet labeled as meeting SNELL 85 or better
Mandatory.
Note: When elapsed times are quicker than 11.99 specialized racing
equipment is required. For example, when a roll bar or cage is
required, so is an approved 5-point shoulder harness assembly. If you
know or suspect that your vehicle will exceed these ET limits, we
suggest contacting the NHRA Tech Department at (626) 914 4761 with
your questions.
After Tech Inspection Move your car forward and walk to the “Tech
Registration Table” Where you will show I.D., sign a release of liability
and get a wristband for restricted area access. Once you have
completed registration, return to your car to have your number
applied to your windows. You may now find yourself a “pit” location
(10’ X 20’ max per car).
Hear the Call Tune your car radio to 104.7 fm for the Speedway’s PA
announcements. All categories will be called to the staging lanes at
random rotation. Listen for your category to be called. Please DO NOT
come to the lanes until your category is called. Be sure to bring your
“RUN CARD” and have all safety items in place with seat belts on. Also,
leave all loose items out of vehicle.
Rev it up When you get to the back of the staging area, you will be
directed to a lane. At the front of the lane you will be asked for your
“RUN CARD”, get it punched and proceed as directed.
Burn – Out!!! You will be directed to the “box”, where a 5 second burn
– out is permitted. On the Starting Line Official’s signal, roll your car
forward until the top two small yellow bulbs on your side of the
christmas tree are lit… STOP. You are now STAGED and ready. When
the tree is activated, you will see 3 amber bulbs flash ½ second apart
then GREEN…GO!!! GO on the GREEN. Hint: Try to leave on the last
amber for a better reaction time.
Top Speed After crossing the Finish Line, let off the gas slowly apply
the brakes. Stay in your lane and drive to the end of the track, turn
left and return to the pits, stopping at “TIME-SLIPS” booth. Return road
speed limit is 15 MPH.
Quiet Please In our continued efforts to be good neighbors, we will be
enforcing our “zero tolerance” policy for decimeter readings over limit.
Also, please be considerate of what our neighbors think of us when
leaving the facility…Please Drive Safely.
California Speedway reserves the right to deny participation and
revoke all rights and privileges pertaining to this event.
No Alcoholic Beverages are permitted on the premises.
[Modified by BLITZ, 4:45 PM 8/30/2001]
