No Blinders

[Stan Weiss]

This is from the 2020 rule book, I don't know if it changed since then. But it looks like what some have or want has not been legal.


Stan

[Jim Caughlin]

Originally Posted by Stan Weiss

This is from the 2020 rule book, I don't know if it changed since then. But it looks like what some have or want has not been legal.


Stan

That is the description that has been in the rulebook for the past several years.

[Alan Roehrich]

Originally Posted by Stan Weiss

This is from the 2020 rule book, I don't know if it changed since then. But it looks like what some have or want has not been legal.


Stan

What we have always used fits well within those regulations. It attaches to the roll cage, pivots, and is well within the size restrictions.

[MR DERBY CITY]

Hey, I am all for safety . While we are at it how about those guys with 5 or 6 trophy stickers on the windshield remove them. You know, in the name of SAFETY. I won’t dare reveal his name but there is a certain OLD Chevy wagon that must have 15 Trophy decals on his windshield ….The rule book sez the windshield must be CLEAR ….

[Hagen Gary]

Originally Posted by MR DERBY CITY

Hey, I am all for safety . While we are at it how about those guys with 5 or 6 trophy stickers on the windshield remove them. You know, in the name of SAFETY. I won’t dare reveal his name but there is a certain OLD Chevy wagon that must have 15 Trophy decals on his windshield ….The rule book sez the windshield must be CLEAR ….

Soooo, the “No Sandbagging Rule” isn’t real? Could you please quote you the rule you said exist? Some of us who regularly hold 1-2 tenths would like to know exactly what rule we are breaking. Btw, Every rule is not all about safety. Motorsport isn’t exactly the safest activity. This “no blinder” rule is probably has more to do with eliminating driver aids in a class that is more about drivers and less about driving aids. If you need a blinder and can’t hit the bottom bulb, go .90 racing.

[MR DERBY CITY]

Well Mr. Gary, I am soooo sorry but I don’t have a current rule book. Back in the day we (the members of NHRA ) actually received a rule book in the mail every year. What a NOVEL idea ? You see there is a difference between you and me. You can hold 3 tenths for all I care !! But heaven forbid if I use a blinder because YOU don’t use one. By the way , I have been searching for the KMA icon….I can’t find it …With Warmest Regards ………M J QUINN.

[Hagen Gary]

Originally Posted by MR DERBY CITY

Well Mr. Gary, I am soooo sorry but I don’t have a current rule book. Back in the day we (the members of NHRA ) actually received a rule book in the mail every year. What a NOVEL idea ? You see there is a difference between you and me. You can hold 3 tenths for all I care !! But heaven forbid if I use a blinder because YOU don’t use one. By the way , I have been searching for the KMA icon….I can’t find it …With Warmest Regards ………M J QUINN.

https://www.nhraracer.com/Files/Tech...k_22_11_08.pdf

There is a link to the rule book, but I’m sure NHRA made another terrible move by providing a digital copy for free to everyone, even non-members, right? Sooo, about that “no sandbagging rule”…

Btw, I don’t care if you use a blinder or not. I didn’t change that rule, I just play by it. Now, the SS/QA rule, I’ll take credit for that one, with the help of Paul Wong. But it was definitely my idea and NHRA listened to a logical argument. I still haven’t heard a logical argument from you about the BS “Sandbagging is Illegal” rule you created in your own head. I’ve provided you with all you need to prove me wrong. Good day sir.

[Markeracer]

Yo Ken,

How about creating a blinder poll.

Ok with rule change, or Not happy with rule change.

[MR DERBY CITY]

Originally Posted by Hagen Gary

https://www.nhraracer.com/Files/Tech...k_22_11_08.pdf



Now, the SS/QA rule, I’ll take credit for that one, with the help of Paul Wong. But it was definitely my idea and NHRA listened to a logical argument. I

Mr. Gary, I am confused….Superstock eliminator needed to add another class LIKE you need ANOTHER hole in your head. After reading your diatribe it is apparent you clearly have your own agenda. You do REALIZE that class win $$ disappeared because of TOO MANY CLASSES . You convinced Pat C. to add a class that MIGHT affect 2 cars in the USA. WOW, I AM IMPRESSED !!…..Your exact words….I’ll take credit for that one/but it was definitely my idea…..I just hope that you can find a helmet big enough to fit that noggin of yours …Respectfully yours ……..,,MJ

[Mark Yacavone]

Originally Posted by MR DERBY CITY

Hey, I am all for safety . While we are at it how about those guys with 5 or 6 trophy stickers on the windshield remove them. You know, in the name of SAFETY. I won’t dare reveal his name but there is a certain OLD Chevy wagon that must have 15 Trophy decals on his windshield ….The rule book sez the windshield must be CLEAR ….

You are 100% right, big boy.
I'm sure you remember when we had to peel the T's off before the next race..Guys would move them to the tail gate, the door panels, their tool boxes, the back of their helmets, the top of their heads on a sunny day.
The point is everybody knew they had to be removed.
Along comes the no tech tech, and what do you know? Guys abused the rule.
This whole thing might be a reaction, or an overreaction, to a safety rule, brought on by the racers, themselves..