battery mounting,kill switch Q? - Page 2

DIV3CR · 08-17-2015, 03:30 PM

I have a battery in the trunk which runs the ignition, fuel pump
and the starter. I have a shutoff switch in the rear for that battery
I also have one under the hood that runs the accessory like water
pump and fan, lights, I never seen in rule book they have to be hook together. Thanks for the help with the switch.
Bob

FireSale · 08-17-2015, 03:57 PM

There must be one master cutoff that disables all electrical functions of the car. Running two batteries, one in front and one in back is not a usual setup and isn't addressed in the rules. The idea is for rescue personnel to be able to kill all electrical flow in the car from one switch on the outside in the event of an accident. Your running stuff under the hood could start a fire in the event of a fuel spill.

This is in the general Section.

"8:4 MASTER CUTOFF"
Mandatory when battery is relocated, or as outlined in Class Requirements. An electrical power cutoff switch (one only) must be installed on the rearmost part of each vehicle and be easily accessible from outside the car body. This cutoff switch must be connected to the positive side of the electrical system and must stop all electrical functions including magneto ignition. The off position must be clearly indicated with the word “OFF.” If switch is “push/pull” type, “push” must be the action for shutting off the electrical system, “pull” to turn it on. Any rods or cables used to activate the switch must be minimum 1/8-inch diameter. Plastic or keyed switches prohibited. Switches and/or controls must be located behind rear wheels on rear-engine dragsters.

Dale

Tom keedle · 08-19-2015, 06:05 PM

well, now that we have the switch issue solved, how about the battery box?
does it need to be IN a box or can it be in a tray bolted to the floor?

DIV3CR · 08-19-2015, 07:07 PM

See 8-1 general regulations in box or strap down with metal strap

Bob Mulry · 08-20-2015, 12:52 PM

Does anyone know when the front mounted battery in Stock Eliminator will become optional??????????????????????

Bob

Mark Yacavone · 08-20-2015, 01:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bob Mulry

Does anyone know when the front mounted battery in Stock Eliminator will become optional??????????????????????

Bob

When the alternator goes away, Bob. Not long.
All these switches and levers and cables are looking more and more like Bracket Two every day.

Meanwhile, what's wrong with one of these?

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08-17-2015, 03:30 PM	#11
DIV3CR Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: WISCONSIN Posts: 50 Likes: 0 Liked 3 Times in 1 Post	Re: battery mounting,kill switch Q? I have a battery in the trunk which runs the ignition, fuel pump and the starter. I have a shutoff switch in the rear for that battery I also have one under the hood that runs the accessory like water pump and fan, lights, I never seen in rule book they have to be hook together. Thanks for the help with the switch. Bob

08-17-2015, 03:57 PM	#12
FireSale VIP Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Lakewood Washington Posts: 1,407 Likes: 29 Liked 237 Times in 126 Posts	Re: battery mounting,kill switch Q? There must be one master cutoff that disables all electrical functions of the car. Running two batteries, one in front and one in back is not a usual setup and isn't addressed in the rules. The idea is for rescue personnel to be able to kill all electrical flow in the car from one switch on the outside in the event of an accident. Your running stuff under the hood could start a fire in the event of a fuel spill. This is in the general Section. "8:4 MASTER CUTOFF" Mandatory when battery is relocated, or as outlined in Class Requirements. An electrical power cutoff switch (one only) must be installed on the rearmost part of each vehicle and be easily accessible from outside the car body. This cutoff switch must be connected to the positive side of the electrical system and must stop all electrical functions including magneto ignition. The off position must be clearly indicated with the word “OFF.” If switch is “push/pull” type, “push” must be the action for shutting off the electrical system, “pull” to turn it on. Any rods or cables used to activate the switch must be minimum 1/8-inch diameter. Plastic or keyed switches prohibited. Switches and/or controls must be located behind rear wheels on rear-engine dragsters. Dale __________________ Dale Shearon 68 Mustang 6394

08-19-2015, 06:05 PM	#13
Tom keedle Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Berthoud, Coloraduh Posts: 695 Likes: 13 Liked 8 Times in 7 Posts	Re: battery mounting,kill switch Q? well, now that we have the switch issue solved, how about the battery box? does it need to be IN a box or can it be in a tray bolted to the floor? __________________ without losers,winning means nothing.

08-19-2015, 07:07 PM	#14
DIV3CR Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: WISCONSIN Posts: 50 Likes: 0 Liked 3 Times in 1 Post	Re: battery mounting,kill switch Q? See 8-1 general regulations in box or strap down with metal strap

08-20-2015, 12:52 PM	#15
Bob Mulry VIP Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Coarsegold, CA Posts: 1,016 Likes: 57 Liked 319 Times in 101 Posts	Re: battery mounting,kill switch Q? Does anyone know when the front mounted battery in Stock Eliminator will become optional?????????????????????? Bob __________________ Bob Mulry 7516 STK A & M Motorsports