Diapers are mandatory

Stick Racing · 02-01-2011, 07:26 PM

According to Maple Grove's website, diapers will be required in 2012. Indy's million dollar race also require and I have heard they require on all races in 2011.

Did I miss an announcement by NHRA or are the tracks taking it upon themselves (with some encouragement) to force the racers to make yet another investment?

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Andy Stone 1102 A/S 1112 SS/C

Ed Fernandez · 02-01-2011, 07:35 PM

Andy,it was only a matter of time.Now let's see if the diaper manufacturers are going to
stand behind their products if a sportsman car dumps oil out of the diaper on the track.
I think they would be partially liable,as long as the fluid got past the diaper.A radiator,
trans leak or hose leak outside of the diaper wouldn't be their responsibility.
How about it Dennis?

Still kinder and gentler.

Tom Goldman · 02-01-2011, 07:50 PM

Quite a few bracket tracks have been requiring , or offering incentives for ET racer to use diapers.
Not a big deal on a dragster or tube frame car, and I can personally attest to the fact that they work. ...Not a drop of oil or parts with a hole in the pan big enough for your fist to go thru.

Bill Belden · 02-01-2011, 08:06 PM

9.99 or quicker gets the diapers in 2012

Bryan Worner · 02-01-2011, 08:09 PM

I guess I'll slow my car down so it doesn't run quicker than 10.0 then!!! And won't be racing at Maple Grove!!

Ed Wright · 02-01-2011, 08:13 PM

Makes me glad this is probably my last year. If not I'll damn sure run a class where they aren't required. Considered dropping a class this year to avoide flex plate shields. Is anybody really blowing up SFI flex plates? Seriously?

Stick Racing · 02-02-2011, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Bill Belden

9.99 or quicker gets the diapers in 2012

Bill, the way I read the rules, they apply to all cars. I can see the diaper rule for a National event because of time limits. Not the locals. Hell, now they want bracket racing at divisionals to kill some time.(and make some entry fee money)

After looking at both cars I have, there is no way a diaper will fit between the oil pan and crossmember on the stocker. I may change pans-which will not be legal-or cut the crossmember, which I will not do.

The S/S car has a custom oil pan and custom headers made just for that car. If a few modifications can provide enough space for a diaper, I may use one.

Otherwise I will patronize Pro Stick and some of the TriState and ECSSS series races, and IHRA.

I'm am getting tired of NHRA dreaming up new ways for me to hand them money like insurance, entry fees, pit bike fees, oil down fees, threaten me with fines for environmental fees while the payouts won't cover the the expenses incured on the average weekend unless you win-provided you can collect any contingency money. The racer has to pay/assume all the risk while someone else reaps the benefit. You can only push so far....

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Andy Stone 1102 A/S 1112 SS/C

mannymen · 02-02-2011, 09:42 AM

Dyno the diaper with the crosslink going through the pan will probably look and work like a diaper that has factory motor mounts as my 69 Camaro had.

As for those with ridiculous oil pan configs, just put the stock style one back on and the problem is solved. Who cares about the 20-30 hp you lose. What is a tenth when you're still being out run by 4 tenths from a cobra jet or challenger with a diaper.

I don't wish this upon anyone, but some of you guys need to get the shiz knocked out of you when you crash up your 100K racecar from an oil down. secondly I'm not paying for your car either when I *** end your antique because I oiled down the track and slid into your lane.

Think of the others next to you and not yourselves or how it's NOT going to fit.

As A MGR, Director, VP or a person in charge might say to you. JUST GET IT DONE AND NO EXCUSES

02-01-2011, 07:26 PM	#1
Stick Racing Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 169 Likes: 4 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Diapers are mandatory According to Maple Grove's website, diapers will be required in 2012. Indy's million dollar race also require and I have heard they require on all races in 2011. Did I miss an announcement by NHRA or are the tracks taking it upon themselves (with some encouragement) to force the racers to make yet another investment? _________________________________ Andy Stone 1102 A/S 1112 SS/C

02-01-2011, 07:35 PM	#2
Ed Fernandez Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: NOO JOISEY nexta NOO YAWK Posts: 5,879 Likes: 38 Liked 100 Times in 45 Posts	Re: Diapers are mandatory Andy,it was only a matter of time.Now let's see if the diaper manufacturers are going to stand behind their products if a sportsman car dumps oil out of the diaper on the track. I think they would be partially liable,as long as the fluid got past the diaper.A radiator, trans leak or hose leak outside of the diaper wouldn't be their responsibility. How about it Dennis? Still kinder and gentler. __________________ Former NHRA #1945 Former IHRA #1945 T/SA

02-01-2011, 07:50 PM	#3
Tom Goldman VIP Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Allentown,PA Posts: 2,474 Likes: 885 Liked 858 Times in 234 Posts	Re: Diapers are mandatory Quite a few bracket tracks have been requiring , or offering incentives for ET racer to use diapers. Not a big deal on a dragster or tube frame car, and I can personally attest to the fact that they work. ...Not a drop of oil or parts with a hole in the pan big enough for your fist to go thru. __________________ Tom Goldman 1500 SG , 1506 STK

02-01-2011, 08:06 PM	#4
Bill Belden Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: York, PA Posts: 241 Likes: 0 Liked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Diapers are mandatory 9.99 or quicker gets the diapers in 2012 __________________ Bill Belden Retired Stock Eliminator [emailSTK1100@comcast.net[/email]

02-01-2011, 08:09 PM	#5
Bryan Worner Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Duncannon, PA Posts: 819 Likes: 131 Liked 478 Times in 80 Posts	Re: Diapers are mandatory I guess I'll slow my car down so it doesn't run quicker than 10.0 then!!! And won't be racing at Maple Grove!!

02-01-2011, 08:13 PM	#6
Ed Wright Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Sand Springs, OK Posts: 8,132 Likes: 896 Liked 390 Times in 170 Posts	Re: Diapers are mandatory Makes me glad this is probably my last year. If not I'll damn sure run a class where they aren't required. Considered dropping a class this year to avoide flex plate shields. Is anybody really blowing up SFI flex plates? Seriously? __________________ Ed Wright 4156 SS/JA

02-02-2011, 09:42 AM	#8
mannymen Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 728 Likes: 5 Liked 13 Times in 7 Posts	Re: Diapers are mandatory Dyno the diaper with the crosslink going through the pan will probably look and work like a diaper that has factory motor mounts as my 69 Camaro had. As for those with ridiculous oil pan configs, just put the stock style one back on and the problem is solved. Who cares about the 20-30 hp you lose. What is a tenth when you're still being out run by 4 tenths from a cobra jet or challenger with a diaper. I don't wish this upon anyone, but some of you guys need to get the shiz knocked out of you when you crash up your 100K racecar from an oil down. secondly I'm not paying for your car either when I *** end your antique because I oiled down the track and slid into your lane. Think of the others next to you and not yourselves or how it's NOT going to fit. As A MGR, Director, VP or a person in charge might say to you. JUST GET IT DONE AND NO EXCUSES __________________ N/A