Driveshaft safety loop???

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Mar 16, 2007 | 11:06 AM

stdjsw311

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Driveshaft safety loop???

hey do i need a drive shaft safety loop when running 12.0's on DR's

Mar 16, 2007 | 11:24 AM

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I don't know if the rules will require it, but I'd get one to protect myself and my car. Just my 2 cents.

Mar 16, 2007 | 11:30 AM

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yeah i agree. i am going to run at pinks all out tomorrow and i was just wondering becasue if i need to weld it in tonight.

Mar 16, 2007 | 11:59 AM

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Loops are for anything 12.99 or under or using slicks regardless of ET. They should be either 1/4-inch thick and 2-inches wide (aluminum or steel) or 7/8-inch x 0.065-inch welded steel tubing (steel only).

-Mark

Mar 16, 2007 | 01:40 PM

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I got tossed for not having one back in 1999 at HRP,
racing my Camaro at one of the Import/Domestic Drag Wars,

After I made 2 passes and beat some guys,
they came and checked my car for a variety of things,
I got booted for no driveshaft safety loop, and no park neutral safety switch.
I think it was a conspiracy though, since I was an old 79 Camaro with a big hole in my hood w/ air cleaner sticking out and a big windshield sticker that said " I EAT IMPORTS" at a 95% import event. Was running 12.50's on ET STREETS.

Mar 16, 2007 | 05:26 PM

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If you're going to get one, I suggest the Lakewood p/n 18022. Bolts right in, about a 10 minute install.

Mar 16, 2007 | 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by NHRATA01

If you're going to get one, I suggest the Lakewood p/n 18022. Bolts right in, about a 10 minute install.

YUP..Lakewood DS LOOP/TUNNEL BRACE....Just looked also---that is the one for sure. You do not have to drop DS for installation...little screwy trying to do it..after 10 min. I did it though...[much sweat] Hang the loop first-[not quite as easy as it looks...tried all sorts of angles .etc...Can be done though]----then bolt in brace--then bolt loop to brace.