The nhra rule book keeps you up to date with all the info you need to stay safe and competitive. Drag racing league participant card and must be capable of the safe operation of the vehicle. One in wentzville, mo used a 1969 rule book to classify cars and. As others have said there are also a bunch of smaller, regional races with varying rules, but generally they are bracket races. The official site of the national hot rod association offers the latest news, results, photos, and audiovisual highlights from the nhra drag racing tour. Drag racing league rulebook on under rules and under the rulebookamendment section on jrdragster. The junior comp category is for drivers 14 20 years of age. Please remember that you must also submit a points program registration form and a w9 form also. The program was discontinued at the end of the 2007 racing season. This course will be taught with both students and parents in attendance. Nhra north central division 3, indianapolis, indiana. You can purchase your own rule book during any regular event in the firebird sport shop. Dragsters and are halfscale versions of top fuel dragsters. First created by nhra as an insert to national dragster and reproduced here with additional rare historical photographs, wally parks, hot roddings hero features interviews with parks himself and is an inspiring mustread for race fans of all ages.
They will not be allowed to drive there dragster through the pits. In qualified events, no racer can qualify quicker than 7. Additionally, the online version of the 2020 nhra summit racing jr. The spirit and intent of that principle is the standard by which the series is guided. As a fan, youll love it, because it brings you inside the highly technical world of nhra drag racing like nothing else can. All of our teams are professional from the word go, not only in appearance, but attitude.
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. Dragster exhibition race by jill caliendo and napps son, david. Today at old bridge township raceway park, the birthplace of the nhra summit racing jr. At nhra mello yello drag racing series events, fans may see more than 200 classes of vehicles in 15 categories, or eliminators. Dragster dad chad moss, for the dads, anything you learned about a big car, throw it out of the window. Having it taken away because of a rule violation would be agony. Pro mod drivers compete at 12 nhra mello yello drag racing series events.
Nhra junior dragsters are restricted to competition in halfscale cars over a distance of 18 mile. As part of a special, youthoriented issue, nhra national dragster took a look at jr. Requirements for top dragster are the same as those for e. Dragsters launched down the raceway park dragstrip in 1992.
Drag racing league rulebook will continue to be posted as needed on. Throughout this rulebook, a number of references are. Prime responsibility for the safe condition and operation of a vehicle in competition rests with the vehicle owner, driver, and crewmembers. For more information, please visit our website, jrdragster. This exciting new category is designed to compliment the nhra jr. Drag racing league participant card and must be capable of the safe. Refer to the current nhra rulebook or rules revisions for vehicledriver. Draft requirements and specifications for electric jr. Basic nhra safety rules v072015 this is general information only and you should always refer to the current official nhra rule book. Any documented violation of age, engine capacity rules or falsification of documents may result in a minimum six race suspension, a cash fine, andor loss of all series. The nhra 101 video series presented by national dragster explains the rules, drag racing terms and what to expect at a nhra mello yello drag racing event. International hot rod association rules junior dragsters. Junior dragsters are halfscale versions of full sized top fuel drag racing vehicles with single cylinder, fivehp engines powering these long nosed racers. Drag racing league as either a nondriving member or a driverparticipant.
We will start in the classroom where we will get to know each other and begin with the very basics safety equipment and how to properly wear it, seatbelts, controls, and proper operational procedure of the car. Dragster drivers top fuel and aafc driver bruce littons 5yearold grandson, landon, tells grandpa he wants to drive the u. Nhra has posted the online version of the 2020 nhra summit racing jr. No, there has not been a change in helmet bars in jr dragsters since 2008. While smaller, these race cars can still do up to 85 mph on an 18 mile track although mostly, younger racers are restricted from going this fast but they are a great way for the 5 17. Review the checklists at the top of the pplication to determine which documents are required for a your childs application. Nhra s home division for illinois, indiana, kentucky, michigan. Get your official nhra national hot rod association rule book to stay compliant at the strip.
Junior drag racing rules reconsidered in australia after 8. Drag racing league rulebook on under rules and under the rulebookamendment section on jrdragster rule. Phil burgess, nhra national dragster editor dragster insider in american, history, few images are more evocative, romantic, or nostalgic than that of a. Jr race car initially offered components such as turn key jr. Electric, methanol or gas powered jr dragsters utilizing any form of. You can also learn more information below on the nhra junior street program. All applications must be printed in color, all verbiage appearing red on screen must print in red. Super series are designed on a simple premise junior drag racing is a sport designed for the fun and enjoyment of the whole family. Earlier today the nhra technical department released the 2019 to 2020 nhra summit racing jr.
True start will be utilized at all track where available. Every year, nhra shares its secrets and makes its complete rules available to the public for every class from top fuel to the e. Dragster program will be contested in 2 different groups for the 2019 season. The latest issue of nhra national dragster magazine, being offered in digital format only and free to the racing community during the covid19 pandemic, is the most interactive issue in the. The twoway its an extraordinary speed for an eightyearold to be having the sole control of a vehicle, said acting. Dragster program from 2002 through 2007 for drivers, 8 16 years of age.
Dragster are the same as those for nhra castrol gtx jr. Class is for dragster, open bodied altered, street roadster, or funny cartype vehicles only. Drag racing league was founded in 1993 by nhra and old bridge township raceway park founder vinnie napp. There, drivers compete for an eastern or western conference title in eight age brackets. The vehicle must meet basic safety criteria outlined in this rulebook.
Nhra releases online version of 2020 nhra summit racing jr. Racers must stop as soon as they exit the racing surface. Street, a racing program for 16yearolds that gives them the opportunity to race against their peers in. Dragster b when the tree counts down to each cars starting green light. In addition to having the parts and pieces needed to make a jr.
Napp developed the first smallscale replica dragster for his son in 1991 and the first pair of nhra jr. Junior comp is the newest category being offered by nhra. Also need to be familiar with the nhra rulebook and the jr. Welcome to the official facebook page of the nhra summit racing jr. Nhra technical department releases 2019 to 2020 rulebook. All 2019 nhra safety requirements supersede this book these rules are designed to provide for the orderly conduct of racing events and to establish standards for such events. To download pdf versions of minor past revisions, please visit our tech advisories page under the tech and safety tab. Dragster run, nhra requires that racers be licensed members of the jdrl and have necessary items such as an approved helmet, jacket, neck collar, and gloves.
Rules link the above information is avalible as a free download. All drivers must also wear long pants and arm restraints while behind the wheel of their jr. Blossom racing engines and components is one of the premier engine builders and component suppliers for nhra and ihra jr. Virtually anyone ages 517 can participate in nhra summit racing jr. The junior dragster program is designed to allow racers between the ages of 7 and 17 the opportunity to race against their peers in nearreplica models of the cars that the pros drive. No exceptions, any car that is started in the staging area must have the driver in the seat and the drive belt must be off. Drag racing league rulebook contains complete rules for construction of a jr. Each year, several nhra national records are broken there during the nhra. The 2012 nhra jr dragster rulebook states helmet bars 34inch od x. Jr street rules section of nhra rulebook hot rod heritage racing.
Forms are available on the web site, at the track, or we can email them to you. Regulations can be found in the nhra 2018 official rule book which can be purchased at lucas oil raceway main office. To download pdf versions of minor past revisions, please visit our tech advisories page. If youre a serious fan or a potential racer, this book is for you. Drag racing league can seem daunting at first, but with careful planning and some help, it doesn. If you are looking at used cars, make sure they comply with all rules. Class is for dragster, open bodied altered, street roadster, or funny cartype vehicles only running between 6. Company name state phone website product categoryies amends oh 419 6867635.
Nhra rules will apply to all nhra approved classes. Those interested in competing should contact a member track by using the member track locator at nhra. Drivers are required to have an nhra summit racing jr. They compete at the local track level and selected divisional events as well as at the summit team finals and at individual junioronly team finals events. The 2020 nhra rulebook is now online and viewable by all who wish to compete in the nhra arena. Many of our members are original junior fuel drivers from the past that are still racing on the strip today. Jr race car initially offered components such as turn key jr dragster chassis, engines, clutches and chassis components manufactured in house from the beginning. Junior dragster rules there are several classes for children to race in purposebuilt dragsters. Dragsters july 9, 1992, during the 23rd annual mopar parts nationals at napps old bridge township raceway park in englishtown, n.
Create a book download as pdf printable nea member benefits pdf version. Firebird raceway is a nhra drag racing facility with a full season of racing. They must be towed or pushed back to their pit area. All of nhra s member tracks are eligible to conduct nhra jr. Class eligibility is based on requirements that include type of. They must use the required safety flags when moving about the pit area. Street cars the following items are required for a vehicle and driver to pass tech. All junior dragster classes run to the 18th mile as opposed to a full 14 mile like other classes. Nhra publicationss books and publications spotlight. Rules of the nhra rule book will be followed unless they are noted and or superseded by the lucas raceway at indianapolis addendum. Here you can view the ihra rulebook, order a physical copy and check out all of the latest competition updates. Blossom racing has been around since the beginning of junior dragsters and knows how to build winning combinations.
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