General Rules

Spirit and Intent

All rules for the 330-TopGuns series are based on this simple premise – junior drag racing is a sport designed for the fun and enjoyment of the whole family.

The spirit and intent of that principle will be the standard by which our series will be guided. In the history of junior drag racing, there have been attempts to circumvent series rules in violation of the spirit and intent of this series. The rules and regulations set forth below are as complete as we can humanly make them. However, it is impossible to craft rules that cover every contingency. When an unforeseen circumstance arises that tests the spirit and intent of the rules, event officials are authorized to decide if an equipment change or design is an attempt to "beat" the rules.

Event officials can and will disqualify an entry in violation of the spirit and intent of the rules. Officials shall have the right to correct conditions not in compliance with the spirit and intent of the regulations.

Participant Conduct

Participants include drivers and crew. Participants are expected at all times to conduct themselves in a professional and non-disruptive manner.

Any participant that:

Verbally or physically threatens another participant or other person,

Uses vulgar or derogatory language,

Engages in un-sportsmanlike conduct or conduct detrimental to the sport of junior drag racing,

Causes or contributes to the destruction of property,

Or otherwise creates a condition or circumstance that is unsafe, unfair or out of order may be excluded, disqualified or asked to leave the event.

Track Rules

Track rules governing pit vehicles to be observed.

Other Rules

100.1

Any car that is started in the staging area must have the driver in the seat and the drive belt must be off.

100.2

The kill switch wire must be soldered or bolted to the back of the ignition coil. The connection and wire must also be encased in silicone to reduce breakage from vibration.

100.3

The car and driver are the entry. No car or driver changes are permitted after first round qualifying or first round eliminations.

100.4

Any documented violation of age, engine capacity rules or falsification of documents may result in a minimum six-race suspension, a cash fine, and /or loss of all series points.

100.5

Age: A driver’s age is the actual attained age as of May 1, 2008. A driver who ages up during the year may continue to compete in the class they started the year in or may move to a higher class once their actual age qualifies them. Points are not transferable from class to class.

100.5.1

Drivers are required to have a valid birth certificate along with their driving license (IHRA / NHRA) in their possession and available for inspection by race officials if requested.

100.6

Courtesy staging is expected. Both competitors must activate their pre-stage lights before either may advance into the staging beam. Violations of this request will result in a warning. Further offenses may result in disqualification.

100.7

No touching of the car after the pre-stage beams is activated. Repeated non-compliance will result in disqualification.

100.8

Single / Bye runs: The car must stage under its own power to claim the run.

100.9

No treating / prepping of tires past the water box.

100.10

Brakes, Wiring and Chassis: Unless otherwise noted, the prevailing sanctioning body rules apply (NHRA track = NHRA rules) (IHRA track = IHRA rules)

100.11

Deep staging is permitted but not guaranteed (except in 330 TopGuns) – participants wishing to deep stage should indicate “deep” on both sides of the car.

100.12

The 12.90 Index class is reserved for 8 + 9 year olds only.

100.13

Tire covers must be removed prior to crossing the water box –OR- before the engine is started unless otherwise stated by the race officials before the start of competition.

100.14

A mechanical ignition kill switch is mandatory for all cars.

100.15

Tire warmers are prohibited.

100.16

Bye Runs go to the best reaction times from the previous round.

100.17

For non laddered classes, pairings will be by draw at 8 (or less) cars.

100.18

Once the starter calls for a single run, the other car may not stage.

100.19

10-12 bracket class - maximum E.T. = 8.90

100.20

At sanctioned IHRA tracks, a 12 year old with a IHRA masters license has the option to run in the 13-14 bracket or the 7.90 index class but may not score series points. The entrant must notify the race director if this option is being exercised and present their masters license.

100.21

A driver may enter an index class or the sportsman bracket class, but not both (Saturday program)

ET Limits (practice, time runs & eliminations)

200.1	12.90 index and 8+9 age group. Any driver who exceeds 12.70 will receive one warning. After the warning, a second offense will result in disqualification from the class.

200.2	8.90 index and 10-12 age group. Any driver who exceeds 8.70 will receive one warning. After the warning. A second offense will result in disqualification from the class

200.3	7.90 index – 13+14 age group – 15&up age group – Q32 – 330 TopGuns. Any driver who exceeds 7.70 will receive one warning. After a warning, a second offense will result in disqualification from the class.

200.4	Quick 32 and 330 TopGuns. Any driver who exceeds 4.10 in the 330 will receive one warning. After the warning, a second offense will result in disqualification from the class.

200.5	ALL CLASSES. Any driver who exceeds 85 mph will receive one warning. After a warning, a second offense will result in disqualification from the class.

* Numbers in red are rules that were changed or added for 2008 series.

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