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since they rarely do because of the miles and miles of walking



Perhaps, In Jay Leno's words's, as one of the "fattest" nations on the earth, a little walking would do us some good.

You might also want to think about the fact that if you or someone in your family "hits" someone, you will probably be involved in a law suite. The tracks insurance does not cover you, the racer, and your own insurance frequently has a clause that allows them to hang you out to dry in such cases - participation in contest of speed. You could own a whole lot less assets in the future if that happens.

Most tracks with a web page, also have a first time racer page.. here is one:

http://www.sirace.com/rules/newracer.htm

Some key things, that have been covered before are:

1. NHRA requires at minimum a state drivers license.
2. Seatbelts - they may need to be SFI date coded and 3" width if your ET is 11.99 or quicker (13.99 or quicker if a convertible).
3. Safe tires (no cord showing)
4. All lug nuts in place. The wheel studs have to protrude thru the wheel and into the nut at least the diameter of the stud - and the nut will have to be open ended to allow the inspector to verify that.
5. No wheel covers
6. Radiator coolant overflow catch canister (the factory one may be OK) min 16OZ
7. No fluid leaks
8. Battery tied down
9. Long pants (no shorts allowed), and no tank tops.
10. If your car runs faster than 13.99 you will need an approved (SNELL 90 or better) helmet.
11. Opreational neutral start switch.
12. One functional rear tail-light for night operations.
13. 13.99 or quicker - drive shaft loop (on street tires your OK to 13.00)
14. If floorshifter - need a reverse lockout on the shifter.
15. Battery in trunk - you need a battery cutoff switch.

Your track may have other requirements too, and the tech inspector has the final say...

68 RR 528" INDY MAXX 07 2500 CTD Southwest International Raceway - IHRA - Tucson, AZ