RACING ?

[jammer]

Is there a actual racing group that races in colorado 1/4 mile
FWD
heads up or bracket
half back or full tube chassies
The real deal?

[stu]

At Bandimere.

[Conrad]

do you live in casper?

[chrisbarnett01]

Is there a actual racing group that races in colorado 1/4 mile
FWD
heads up or bracket
half back or full tube chassies
The real deal?


Do you even know what those terms mean? It's back-half btw, not half back.

[jammer]

yeah thats what I ment back half my bad yeah I know what it means I been around drag racing for a long Time.
What type of classes are at bandimare.

[stu]

We were just trying to see if you were talking about real racing, or street racing is all.

www.bandimere.com

[jammer]

We were just trying to see if you were talking about real racing, or street racing is all.

www.bandimere.com
Are there any heads up classes prob not but thought I would ask kinda confusing on bandimare's web site.

[chrisbarnett01]

For a series? No.

The NHRA sport compact race as well as the street tuner showdown near the end of the season both have sport FWD heads up classes. The NHRA sport compact race has the standard Pro FWD, All Motor and Hot Rod classes too.

Series wise, the only thing intended for FWD cars is Casstrol ET series, Street sport compact class. It's bracket racing though, not heads up.

[Conrad]

Do you have to have the roll cage and everything on test and tune nights?

[Skaterkid]

If you're running the times that require a cage.

[chrisbarnett01]

NHRA ET rules are enforced at any/every NHRA event, test and tunes too.


Cages aren't needed until 10.99, and sometimes 9.99. Roll bars aren't needed until 11.49. Convertibles are slightly different though.

[rmcdaniels]

Come to NC, I can race a jet-powered 6-second shopping cart with no brakes buck naked at T&T if I can get it down the staging lanes. Of course T&T may not be quite as safe here as up there, but that's the tradeoff.

[HONDA GHANDI]

yikes

[hsunchen]

Come to NC, I can race a jet-powered 6-second shopping cart with no brakes buck naked at T&T if I can get it down the staging lanes.[/font]

Not even a condom?

[rmcdaniels]

Not even a condom?
I'll have to review the rules, but I believe condoms are only required on rocket powered shopping carts, jet powered carts are not quite as fast.

[doctorstupid]

Finally! A place to race the jet dumpster I've been building in secret!

[hsunchen]

Finally! A place to race the jet dumpster I've been building in secret!

Dude, we've been waiting for you to bring it out autocrossing - the SCcA has a catch-all class for all non-conforming vehicles - OSP ("other street prepared").

[Robert_K]

Rules/FAQ @ Bandimere:
Bandimere Speedway has compiled a number of frequently asked questions and answers to help you better understand the rules, safety and technical guidelines of drag racing and increase your enjoyment at our facility. If the following still doesn't answer your questions please contact us at clint@bandimere.com.

Does Bandimere Speedway make the safety rules?
The National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) establishes rules for every type of vehicle that can run down the quarter-mile. All NHRA member tracks must follow these safety guidelines. Each year, a new NHRA Rulebook is published with revisions and updates. Rulebooks are available at the track for $10, and are highly recommended for anyone who is interested in participating more frequently or building a car.

I have a street car. What do I need to come out and test or race?
The basic items needed to pass tech inspection for the typical street car include good tires, a battery tie-down, radiator overflow catch-can, operable neutral-safety switch, seat belts, and a valid state driver's license or NHRA competition license is required for all participants. Don’t forget to wear long pants, shoes, and a shirt!

What do I need to race my street bike?
Again, a valid state driver's license or NHRA competition license is required. NHRA approved helmet, denim or heavier pants, a leather jacket, leather gloves, and leather shoes that rise above the ankle. If the bike runs quicker than 10.99 or faster than 120 mph, additional requirements apply.

Do I need a helmet?
A helmet is one of the first safety items that you may need to purchase. Any vehicle that runs faster than 13.99 seconds, and all motorcycles and dune buggy-type cars, must have an approved helmet. Helmets that meet NHRA requirements include those that have a SNELL approval of 90 or 95, as well as those with an SFI rating of 31.1, 31.2, 41.1, or 41.2.

Can I use nitrous oxide?
NHRA allows the use of nitrous oxide in bracket classes. Check the track's specific class rules to be certain, but in most cases you can use nitrous. Nitrous bottles must be vented to outside the driver compartment if it is mounted in the same compartment as the driver. All bottles must be stamped with a DOT – 1800 pound rating.
What are some of the major safety items I will need as I go quicker?
The following is a list of major items that are required as specific ET’s and speeds. This list is a guideline, and we recommend consulting a current NHRA rulebook for specific details, specifications, and diagrams.

13.99 seconds
- Drive Line Loop with slicks (13.00 with street tires)
- Approved helmet and roll bar in convertibles
- SFI seat belts in convertibles

11.99 seconds
- SFI approved jacket and roll bar
- SFI approved seat belts
- SFI Flywheel / Clutch / Bellhousing Steel Valve Stems / Arm Restraints (open cars)

10.99 seconds or Super Stree
- SFI Transmission Shield,
or at 135 mph - Aftermarket axles
- SFI Harmonic Balancer
- Roll Cage with altered floor pans,
or 135 mph - Window net required
- Ignition cut-off on all bikes / snowmobiles that exceed 135 mph

9.99 seconds or Super Gas or 135 mph
- NHRA Chassis Certification
- NHRA Competition License
- SFI neck collar
- SFI gloves SFI flexplate / flexplate shield

150 mph
Parachute.

I bring my children to the track. Where are they able to go with me?
A minor release form is available at Tech Inspection for children from ages 14-18 years. This release will allow them to ride in vehicles 14.00 seconds and slower, or to be in a restricted access area. The restricted access area is defined to start at the back of the tower and extend through the track and return road to the ET Slip Booth. We ask that if your child is helping with your car, he or she is only in this area while your car runs. Anyone under the age of 14 or children without a Minor Release on file must remain INSIDE of a tow vehicle or not enter the restricted areas. Children under age 14 are not allowed on motorcycles or 4-wheelers. No one under 16 years of age is allowed to operate motorcycles or 4-wheelers.

[computingfuture]

or 135 mph - Window net required
- Ignition cut-off on all bikes / snowmobiles that exceed 135 mph


Ouch 135 on a snowmobile.

[blue]

good info 03EvolutionVIII

[Robert_K]

Thanks.

[chrisbarnett01]

Roughly half of that info is wrong actually.

NHRA revamped their ET guidelines for 2005.

Rollbars/harnesses/scattershields aren't required until 11.49 now, convertibles don't need rollbars at 13.99, etc.

NHRA's 05 rulebook has the changes, Bandimere's site does not.

[Conrad]

Roughly half of that info is wrong actually.

NHRA revamped their ET guidelines for 2005.

Rollbars/harnesses/scattershields aren't required until 11.49 now, convertibles don't need rollbars at 13.99, etc.

NHRA's 05 rulebook has the changes, Bandimere's site does not.

NICE!

[Weston]

Dude, we've been waiting for you to bring it out autocrossing - the SCcA has a catch-all class for all non-conforming vehicles - OSP ("other street prepared").

:werd: Let's see the StupidMobile already...

[jdm95integra]

just wondering when does bandimere open this year i wanna make sure i have something ready

[dsm king]

April 9th. its a tech/test 9a.m.-5p.m.

You can go to Bandimere.com and print out the wjole '05 season