First year competing at divisionals

[J518]

Hey guys new to this site and have been competing at the local track the last two years, bracket racing.

I just wanted to reach out to some of you guys that have been competing in nhra divisional events for years now and see if I'm missing anything in order for me to compete at maybe 2 or 3 events this year to get my feet wet.

I want to compete in super street(divison 5), the car will not be faster than 135mph. I don't have a 9.99 or quicker license but do have nhra competition number/license for bracket racing. I will be getting a license for super street but just wanted to check what else I might be missing? From what I've read in the rule book the car will pass tech. Just feels like theres gotta be more left to do than just show up at the next divisional!

[Robbie Welch]

Welcome to the class, S/St you need an NHRA membership a S/ST completion number. The car must pass NHRA tech, you need an engine diaper, collector tethers plus all the normal stuff. No rubber fuel lines, a battery disconnect ,if the cars a ladder bar car the front hiems are suppose to have safety around them, up to date seatbelts and helmet. Any other questions just ask. PS a name to your post would be helpful. Welcome to the ZOO. Robbie

[J518]

Speaking of tethers. I'll check the decibels when it gets warmer out but have any of you seen a sbc(355) with open headers break the decibel rule??

[Tom Goldman]

They havent checked sound level for years, Don't be concerned about it.

[Tim Quintin/Cole s/g]

Originally Posted by Tom Goldman

They havent checked sound level for years, Don't be concerned about it.

Haha my dad still has the mufflers from when they were going to make him and many others run them because of the sound level.

[Bob Verwold]

If you're staying at the track overnight, go out and visit some of the other s/st people. We always enjoy meeting with new racers. I'm sure you'll enjoy the experience and don't be afraid to introduce yourself.......