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. Napp developed the first smallscale replica dragster for his son in 1991 and the first pair of nhra jr. All model, engine, or equipment changes or modifications not specifically addressed in this rulebook must be submitted in writing to nhra for consideration. Junior drag racing rules reconsidered in australia after 8. Built from an engine platform with a 17 year proven record of. Though it may not go from 0 to 85 right away, investing in a basic jr. Superseded andor replacement parts superseded parts are restricted to cylinder heads, intake manifold, crankshaft, cylinder block, and transmission only when manufacturer lists such parts in its published parts book, notifies nhra. Draft requirements and specifications for electric jr. Top fuel dragsters are the quickest accelerating racing cars in the world and the fastest sanctioned category of drag racing, with the fastest competitors reaching speeds of 335 miles per hour 539 kmh and finishing the 1,000 foot 305 m runs in 3. The junior comp category is envisioned as being a 6. Requirements for top dragster are the same as those for e. Drag racing league is that boys and girls of all ages can join.
Drag racing league jdrl by giving competitors a faster class with all of the standard big car safety features. Refer to the most current ihra rule book for complete jr. 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. Nhra has developed this nostalgia rules supplement program, which incorporates technical and competition guidelines, to accommodate those categories in an accepted alternate sanctioning organization and not clearly defined by the nhra rulebook. In 1992 jr race car began manufacturing parts for the newly accepted nhra junior drag racing. Nhra drag racing rule book rules and regulations if you are building a drag car of any kind this serious will guide you throw the rules of nhra drag racing and how to set up your drag racing car. One of the great things about the nhra summit racing jr. Nostalgia eliminator 1 nostalgia eliminator 2 nostalgia eliminator 3 a gas b gas c gas d gas hot rod please note all classes are not run at all events. The junior dragster program is designed to allow youth, as young as 8 years of age and up to 17, the opportunity to race against their peers in near replicas of the models that the pros drive. Dragster exhibition race by jill caliendo and napps son, david. 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. Drivers are required to have an nhra summit racing jr. Our focus is on giving the spectators and tracks the best show possible and having fun. As such, it provides a natural progression from a jr.
Buy a rulebook 2019 to 2020 rulebook amendments 2020 rulebook 2020 rulebook amendments junior dragster racing league rulebook. Virtually anyone ages 517 can participate in nhra summit racing jr. Welcome to the official facebook page of the nhra summit racing jr. Nhra has recogized this, and the rules allow for replacement and superseded parts excerpt from the rule book. The lightweight drag rails can travel a quartermile in 4. Additionally, the online version of the 2020 nhra summit racing jr. The most popular powerplant is a 7,500 to 8,000 horsepower crateengine version of the chrysler 426 cubicinch, 90degree v8 hemi.
Refer to the current nhra rulebook or rules revisions for vehicledriver requirements, specifications, and general regulations. The rules and regulations set forth are as complete as the midwest jr. Class is for dragster, open bodied altered, street roadster, or funny cartype vehicles only. All cars competing in the outlaw 330 class must meet nhra ihra technical rules. In the united states, drivers as young as five years old are permitted to compete, according to rules set by the national hot rod associations summit racing jr. Nhra also places speed and elapsedtime restrictions on competitors based on their age and experience. Nostalgia top fuel dragster nostalgia funny car group 1. American outlaw 330 rules and regulations general rules. The nhra hot rod heritage racing series features four class groups comprising the categories.
The junior comp category is for drivers 14 20 years of age. Super series are designed on a simple premise junior drag racing is a sport designed for the fun and enjoyment of the whole family. Dragster are the same as those for nhra castrol gtx jr. Every year, nhra shares its secrets and makes its complete rules available to the public for every class from top fuel to the e.
Each car is required to have a nhra or ihra chassis certification along with each driver having a current competition license. Lucas oil drag racing series tech card member track tech card. Terminator 312 racing engine complete craws racing. Nhra releases online version of 2020 nhra summit racing jr. Weve all heard the rumblings and the joke that it isnt pro stock but rather pro camaro due to the overwhelming number of those cars in. Class is for dragster, open bodied altered, street roadster, or funny cartype vehicles only running between 6. Junior drag racing engines and components blossom racing. Said to have started with a rustfree texas car, the build maintains original sheet metal under speed shop advertising lettering.
The spirit and intent of that principle is the standard by which the series is guided. Just like their fullsize top fuel counterparts, jr. This will serve as a steppingstone between the dialin bracket racing in the jdrl to the headsup racing in the super categories. Corporately correct engines chevy engine permitted in any gm car, etc. Dragsters launched down the raceway park dragstrip in 1992. The 2020 nhra rulebook is now online and viewable by all who wish to compete in the nhra arena. Here you can view the ihra rulebook, order a physical copy and check out all of the latest competition updates and revisions. Frame rails shall be production or modified production units, or 1. With great products from names like mikuni, polar, blockzilla, arc, and raptor, our technology is race proven with championship winning. This is a demo nhra hot rod heritage racing series. If the car includes an engine, check the approved engine list in the rulebook to ensure the one you are buying is legal. Nhra top fuel dragsters are the worlds fastest accelerating land vehicles. Any documented violation of age, engine capacity rules or falsification of. Penalties will be imposed regardless of whether the infractions occur during time trials or eliminations.
Blossom racing has been around since the beginning of junior dragsters and knows how to build winning combinations. Drag racing league was founded in 1993 by nhra and old bridge township raceway park founder vinnie napp. The dragster and altered racers were the thrill seekers, the guys in the black jeans and leather jackets. Dragsters july 9, 1992, during the 23rd annual mopar parts nationals at napps old bridge township raceway park in englishtown, n. As a fan, youll love it, because it brings you inside the highly technical world of nhra drag racing like nothing else can. In qualified events, no racer can qualify quicker than 12. Drag racing league rulebook will periodically be updated to reflect changes made to the rule amendments documents. Jr street rules section of nhra rulebook hot rod heritage racing series rulebook. Jr race car initially offered components such as turn key jr dragster chassis, engines, clutches and chassis components manufactured in house from the beginning. Nhra engine blueprint specifications blueprint specifications contain information vital to building nhra legal stock and super stock engines. Top fuel dragster engines must follow strict guidelines set by the nhra governing body when competing in championship drag racing events in the united states and canada. Automotive free delivery possible on eligible purchases. It is mandatory that a driver be seated in the car in the normal driving position anytime the engine is running.
Drag racing league participant card and must be capable of the safe operation of the vehicle. If youre a serious fan or a potential racer, this book is for you. Junior dragster rules national electric drag racing association. Craws racing junior dragster engines and products are built in house using the best machining technology available and tested extensively on track. Drag racing league for nhras youngest drivers is based on halfscale dragsters and a single cylinder engine. Pro mod drivers compete at 12 nhra mello yello drag racing series events. Junior dragsters are halfscale versions of full sized top fuel drag racing vehicles with single cylinder, fivehp engines powering these long nosed racers. Created a few years ago for front engine dragsters with mechanical fuel injection, on methanol and using a powerglide transmission, these dragsters resemble dragsters from the 1960s, yet can run in the high 6s with a relatively small v8 380410 cid for most cars. Juniors may compete through the calendar year of their 18th birthday. Drag racing league offers kids ages 517 the opportunity to experience the. Drag racing league rulebook will continue to be posted as needed on nhraracer. Critical dimensions, as well as casting numbers for cylinder heads, intake manifolds, etc. Dragster can go as fast as 85 mph and as quick as 7.
All applications must be printed in color, all verbiage appearing red on screen must print in red. The official site of the national hot rod association offers the latest news, results, photos, and audiovisual highlights from the nhra drag racing tour. Dragster engines, clutches, wheels, tires and other junior dragster parts and components since 1995. Using a five horsepower, singlecylinder engine, a jr.
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. The rules and regulations set forth in this supplement apply specifically. For more information, please visit our website, jrdragster. Classbyclass regulations and requirements, racing procedures, and.
Street cars the following items are required for a vehicle and driver to pass tech. Jan 30, 2008 please check current nhra rule book when building a car 1. Nhra classes overview top fuel, funny car, and pro stock are just three of the more than 200 classes of vehicles featured in nhra competition. Dragster to the much faster 14mile super categories. International hot rod association rules junior dragsters. Jun 22, 2009 junior stock drag racing when stock was hot.