Phil burgess, nhra national dragster editor dragster insider in american, history, few images are more evocative, romantic, or nostalgic than that of a. The twoway its an extraordinary speed for an eightyearold to be having the sole control of a vehicle, said acting. Drag racing league rulebook on under rules and under the rulebookamendment section on jrdragster rule. Also need to be familiar with the nhra rulebook and the jr. Junior comp is the newest category being offered by nhra. Dragster drivers top fuel and aafc driver bruce littons 5yearold grandson, landon, tells grandpa he wants to drive the u. Company name state phone website product categoryies amends oh 419 6867635. Each year, several nhra national records are broken there during the nhra. Nhra releases online version of 2020 nhra summit racing jr. The spirit and intent of that principle is the standard by which the series is guided. Dragster exhibition race by jill caliendo and napps son, david. Additionally, the online version of the 2020 nhra summit racing jr. All applications must be printed in color, all verbiage appearing red on screen must print in red. They will not be allowed to drive there dragster through the pits.
Dragster program will be contested in 2 different groups for the 2019 season. Basic nhra safety rules v072015 this is general information only and you should always refer to the current official nhra rule book. Draft requirements and specifications for electric jr. True start will be utilized at all track where available. Each car is required to have a nhra or ihra chassis certification along with each driver having a current competition license. For more information, please visit our website, jrdragster. Junior dragster rules there are several classes for children to race in purposebuilt dragsters. Firebird raceway is a nhra drag racing facility with a full season of racing. 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.
Drag racing league was founded in 1993 by nhra and old bridge township raceway park founder vinnie napp. The vehicle must meet basic safety criteria outlined in this rulebook. Many of our members are original junior fuel drivers from the past that are still racing on the strip today. Dragster are the same as those for nhra castrol gtx jr. Drag racing league jdrl by giving competitors a faster class with all of the standard big car safety features. Requirements for top dragster are the same as those for e. Those interested in competing should contact a member track by using the member track locator at nhra. Regulations can be found in the nhra 2018 official rule book which can be purchased at lucas oil raceway main office. Forms are available on the web site, at the track, or we can email them to you. One in wentzville, mo used a 1969 rule book to classify cars and. In qualified events, no racer can qualify quicker than 7.
Street, a racing program for 16yearolds that gives them the opportunity to race against their peers in. The program was discontinued at the end of the 2007 racing season. 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. To download pdf versions of minor past revisions, please visit our tech advisories page. 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. 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.
Junior drag racing rules reconsidered in australia after 8. In addition to having the parts and pieces needed to make a jr. Dragster program from 2002 through 2007 for drivers, 8 16 years of age. Napp developed the first smallscale replica dragster for his son in 1991 and the first pair of nhra jr. Nhra s home division for illinois, indiana, kentucky, michigan. Prime responsibility for the safe condition and operation of a vehicle in competition rests with the vehicle owner, driver, and crewmembers. Jr street rules section of nhra rulebook hot rod heritage racing. Get your official nhra national hot rod association rule book to stay compliant at the strip. Create a book download as pdf printable nea member benefits pdf version. At nhra mello yello drag racing series events, fans may see more than 200 classes of vehicles in 15 categories, or eliminators. As part of a special, youthoriented issue, nhra national dragster took a look at jr. No, there has not been a change in helmet bars in jr dragsters since 2008. The 2012 nhra jr dragster rulebook states helmet bars 34inch od x.
Blossom racing engines and components is one of the premier engine builders and component suppliers for nhra and ihra jr. Electric, methanol or gas powered jr dragsters utilizing any form of. If you are looking at used cars, make sure they comply with all rules. Nhra rules will apply to all nhra approved classes. You can also learn more information below on the nhra junior street program. Nhra has posted the online version of the 2020 nhra summit racing jr. Here you can view the ihra rulebook, order a physical copy and check out all of the latest competition updates. Super series are designed on a simple premise junior drag racing is a sport designed for the fun and enjoyment of the whole family. Drag racing league offers kids ages 517 the opportunity to experience the thrill of racing halfscale dragsters in a controlled racing environment at many of nhra s member tracks across the united states and canada. Dragsters launched down the raceway park dragstrip in 1992. As others have said there are also a bunch of smaller, regional races with varying rules, but generally they are bracket races. The 2020 nhra rulebook is now online and viewable by all who wish to compete in the nhra arena. The junior comp category is for drivers 14 20 years of age. 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.
They must use the required safety flags when moving about the pit area. Class is for dragster, open bodied altered, street roadster, or funny cartype vehicles only running between 6. Drag racing league rulebook will continue to be posted as needed on. Please remember that you must also submit a points program registration form and a w9 form also. Pro mod drivers compete at 12 nhra mello yello drag racing series events. Drag racing league rulebook on under rules and under the rulebookamendment section on jrdragster. 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. All junior dragster classes run to the 18th mile as opposed to a full 14 mile like other classes. They must be towed or pushed back to their pit area. Class eligibility is based on requirements that include type of. You can purchase your own rule book during any regular event in the firebird sport shop.
Every year, nhra shares its secrets and makes its complete rules available to the public for every class from top fuel to the e. Nhra junior dragsters are restricted to competition in halfscale cars over a distance of 18 mile. This exciting new category is designed to compliment the nhra jr. International hot rod association rules junior dragsters. This course will be taught with both students and parents in attendance. 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. 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. The amendments document the jdrl rule changes that will come into effect beginning jan. Rules link the above information is avalible as a free download. The official site of the national hot rod association offers the latest news, results, photos, and audiovisual highlights from the nhra drag racing tour.
All drivers must also wear long pants and arm restraints while behind the wheel of their jr. Dragster dad chad moss, for the dads, anything you learned about a big car, throw it out of the window. Drag racing league participant card and must be capable of the safe. Review the checklists at the top of the pplication to determine which documents are required for a your childs application. Dragsters july 9, 1992, during the 23rd annual mopar parts nationals at napps old bridge township raceway park in englishtown, n. Today at old bridge township raceway park, the birthplace of the nhra summit racing jr. Racers must stop as soon as they exit the racing surface.
Rules of the nhra rule book will be followed unless they are noted and or superseded by the lucas raceway at indianapolis addendum. Having it taken away because of a rule violation would be agony. Street cars the following items are required for a vehicle and driver to pass tech. 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. Jr race car initially offered components such as turn key jr dragster chassis, engines, clutches and chassis components manufactured in house from the beginning. Throughout this rulebook, a number of references are. I ran a junior stock 59 chevy biscayne 293 2 barrel, 185hp with a 4 speed in ps in the late 60s in s fla. There, drivers compete for an eastern or western conference title in eight age brackets.
Virtually anyone ages 517 can participate in nhra summit racing jr. All of our teams are professional from the word go, not only in appearance, but attitude. Nhra publicationss books and publications spotlight. Class is for dragster, open bodied altered, street roadster, or funny cartype vehicles only. Drag racing league rulebook contains complete rules for construction of a jr. Drag racing league participant card and must be capable of the safe operation of the vehicle. Dragster b when the tree counts down to each cars starting green light. If youre a serious fan or a potential racer, this book is for you. Drivers are required to have an nhra summit racing jr. Nhra north central division 3, indianapolis, indiana. To download pdf versions of minor past revisions, please visit our tech advisories page under the tech and safety tab.
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. As a fan, youll love it, because it brings you inside the highly technical world of nhra drag racing like nothing else can. Refer to the current nhra rulebook or rules revisions for vehicledriver. Jr race car initially offered components such as turn key jr. The nhra rule book keeps you up to date with all the info you need to stay safe and competitive. Drag racing league can seem daunting at first, but with careful planning and some help, it doesn. 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.
All of nhra s member tracks are eligible to conduct nhra jr. Junior dragster rules national electric drag racing association. 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. In 1992 jr race car began manufacturing parts for the newly accepted nhra junior drag racing. Nhra technical department releases 2019 to 2020 rulebook. Junior dragsters are halfscale versions of full sized top fuel drag racing vehicles with single cylinder, fivehp engines powering these long nosed racers.
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