B.C.S.S.M.A.
H.S. TECH BULLETIN: 2008
To
avoid future confusion and possible rejection from competing, the Tech
Department(s) request that the instructors/sponsors of
High School Race Teams pass the following information along.
TO
AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT AND/OR FRUSTRATION
IN
YOUR RACING ENDEAVORS…
·
Vehicles should arrive at the race
track Tech area fully prepared to race.
·
Have your club/team purchase a CURRENT
year NHRA rulebook - these are available from your local speed shop or the
track souvenir booth.
·
Please have your vehicle inspected by
your Autoshop/Sponsor teacher before bringing it out to the track…be prepared to demonstrate that all safety requirements are
being met.
·
Fill out your Tech Card COMPLETELY and
CORRECTLY BEFORE you bring your vehicle to the Tech Inspection area.
TOP TWELVE MOST
COMMON PROBLEMS FOUND ON H.S. RACE VEHICLES:
1. Hubcaps/Wheel
covers must be removed…inspectors will check f or incorrect, loose or missing
lug nuts, cracked wheels, worn or oversized lug holes. Wheel studs must be threaded into HEX PORTION of lug nut at least the
distance of the diameter of the stud.
2. Batteries
must be securely mounted, stock or metal hold-down straps/bolts, with a minimum
of 3/8" diameter.
3. Fuel
lines - a maximum of 12" total of rubber fuel line/hose permitted (This
refers to the complete fuel system from the tank to the carb(s). Plastic and/or
glass filters are prohibited.
4. Automatic
transmissions must be equipped with a functional NEUTRAL SAFETY SWITCH.
5. Firewall(s)
- must be completely sealed between engine and driver's compartment. Rear
firewall is required, also completely sealed, if fuel tank and/or battery are
relocated to inside of trunk.
6. Aggressive
treaded tires are prohibited - i.e.: Snow tires, All-terrain, etc. Tires most be of legal tread depth and in good shape (No cracks, cuts
or abnormal wear pattern).
7. Crankshaft
centerline must not exceed 24" from ground, "except for OEM trucks
where centerline must not exceed 36" from ground.
8. Cooling
Systems- A coolant overflow container having a minimum of 16oz capacity. NOTE:
Antifreeze is prohibited at Mission Raceway except for 1995 and newer vehicles
factory equipped with CLOSED COOLING SYSTEMS.
9. Windows
and windshields must be clear, free of cracks, NON-TINTED (except
for OEM tinted safety class). Windows must be closed during races…they need not
be operable. Decals are permitted on rear quarter and rear window only.
10. A
drive shaft loop is required on all cars running 13.99 seconds or quicker,
except cars equipped with street tires running 13.00 seconds or slower.
11. Oil
pressure gauge line must be either metal or steel braided – Plastic lines
prohibited.
12. A
positive-acting throttle return spring must be directly secured to the
carburetor throttle arm and engine to prevent throttle from sticking in an open
position.
DRIVERS: Helmet meeting SNELL rating: K-2005, M or SA
Rated - 2000, or 2005 or SFI Spec 31.1A, 31.2A, 41.1A or 41.2A mandatory in all
high school cars (Must have specification decal secured inside of helmet).
Please note: DOT approved helmets DO NOT meet SNELL or NHRA specifications. Must wear full-length pants, shoes, socks and a T-shirt (No tank
tops). Nylon or Nylon-type clothing and open-toe shoes prohibited.
PASSENGERS: No more than one
passenger permitted in 14.00 second and slower ET cars; Passengers must be a
minimum of 16 years of age and must wear an NHRA approved helmet. Must wear full-length pants, shoes, socks and a T-shirt (No tank
tops). Nylon or Nylon-type clothing and open-toe shoes prohibited. Passengers
are NOT allowed in Eliminations.
VEHICLE
APPEARANCE:
Vehicles participating in drag racing events must be presentable in appearance
at all times; those vehicles considered improperly prepared may be rejected by
the Tech Department.
B.C.S.S.M.A. HIGH SCHOOL CLASS:
Minimum E.T. (Elapsed Time) is 12 seconds in
¼ mile. Disqualification
and Penalties are imposed on breaking this rule. See BCSSMA Rules and Race
Procedures for more information.
PROHIBITED EQUIPMENT: PERMITTED
EQUIPMENT:
·
Nitrous
Oxide q Playback Tach
·
Transbrakes
q Single Rev Limiter
·
Delay
Boxes q Non-Drive Wheel Line Lock
·
Throttle
Stops
·
Automated
Shifters
·
2
and 3 Step Ignitions
·
Drive
Wheel Line Lock
Note: Leaking oil/coolant etc. from the vehicle
prohibited.
Helmets must be in
good condition without cracks and chips
If you have any
questions feel free to contact your local Racetrack's Technical Department or
you can contact the BCSSMA Tech Dept. at: tech@highschooldragracing.org
Enjoy the upcoming race season!