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Old 01-10-2007, 10:52 PM
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I'm going, anyone else want to come?
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Where is it and what is it?
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Firebird Raceway in Phoenix. Open drag night.
Old 01-11-2007, 08:40 AM
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I would, but I'm runing the GM Performance parts booth until 10:00 at the world of wheels show. Bring that thing by here though, i need to see it .
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You got some long days there, hopefully the show will be cool
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sounds like fun too bad i am working.
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What are the rules regarding sub 13 sec cars?
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What are the rules regarding sub 13 sec cars?
lol, pretty much if you have a helmet you are tech'd up to 11.5 haha

Unless you're running N20, then you need a jacket...

Basic NHRA stuff
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Under 14.0 needs a helmet, under 13.0 needs a DS loop, under 12.0 has "special requirements", not sure what that means. Also, any aftermarket power adder (turbo, s/c, nitrous) you need an approved fire jacket.

Helmets: Drivers of all vehicles running 13.99 or quicker, and ALL convertibles regardless of E.T., must wear an SFI-approved helmet with a Snell rating of 95 or newer. Passengers in convertibles running 14.00 and slower must also wear an approved helmet. (Note: DOT-only helmets are not permitted. SFI-approved helmets are not permitted if the Snell label inside the helmet is missing or illegible. In other words, a Snell-rating on the outside of the helmet is not good enough.)

If your rear-wheel-drive vehicle is capable of running quicker than 13.00 in the quarter-mile, a driveshaft loop is required. Consult with our Tech Inspectors for specifics.

If your vehicle is capable of running quicker than 12.00 in the quarter-mile, please consult with our Tech Inspectors for additional safety equipment requirements.

As of February 1, 2006 all vehicles with an aftermarket power adder, (nitrous, turbocharger, or supercharger) will be required to wear an SFI approved fire jacket
http://www.firebirdraceway.com/06web...reetdrags.html
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Have they ever checked for a DS loop for you?

Cause they sure as hell never did for my old Camaro...
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I haven't made it into the 12's yet
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What is a DS loop and could you get helmets at the track? Thanks guys
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They don't have helmets at the track. DS Loop = Driveshaft loop - keeps your driveshaft from pole vaulting your car if it breaks.
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looks like it might be a bit rainy
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Im thinking about heading up to Speedworld tomorrow night (doing a rain rain go away dance) gonna bring my new video camera and my new exhaust!!!! Magnaflow FTMFW
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Firebird was closed due to rain

I might hit up SW tomorrow, we'll see how the day goes.
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Originally Posted by thunder550
They don't have helmets at the track. DS Loop = Driveshaft loop - keeps your driveshaft from pole vaulting your car if it breaks.

Thank you




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