ECTA "Ohio Mile" & HRM "Street Car Shootout" - April 28-29, 2012

[Monster]

The first East Coast Timing Association (ECTA) event for the 2012 Speed Trials racing season will be at our new home in Wilmington, Ohio on April 28-29, 2012. It will also be the annual Hot Rod Magazine "Street Car Shootout" event and we are looking for large participant and spectator numbers.

Track set-up will be Friday, April 27. We have lots of track and race positions to populate, so if you are interested in volunteering, please contact Dan Stokes, Volunteer Coordinator.

Are you coming and more importantly ... is your junk ready ?

[Bamfster]

This could be fun .... what is the street car shootout that you speak of Steve?

[captthundarr]

For the last several years Hot Rod mag has sponsered the "Hot Rod Magazine Street Car Shoot out" at the first ECTA event of each season. The winners get bragging rights, a short write up in the mag and a real cool jacket. I beleive the are class breaks but not sure.

[67ragtop]

Top Speed Challenge

Steve, Its called the "Top Speed Challenge"

[geezer1]

Steve, Its called the "Top Speed Challenge"

I pulled this right off the ECTA site:
April 28-29 Hot Rod Magazine Street Car Shootout

It was called the Top Speed Challenge-

There were 2 awards up for grabs. I guess we'll see if anything has changed.

Geo Turner
Geezer Racing

[67ragtop]

I'm sorry I did not realize it had been changed.

[Monster]

This could be fun .... what is the street car shootout that you speak of Steve?

Dan, it is a blast alright.

Basically, Two classes; Real Street for single carbs and no power adders, and Super Street for multiple carbs, EFI or power adders.

I'll scan the Rule Book for appropriate basic rule sections and post up shortly.

Freiburger write-up in Hot Rod; http://www.hotrod.com/eventcoverage/...eed_challenge/

.. and his 2011 write-up with lots of pictures.

http://www.hotrod.com/eventcoverage/hrdp_1105w_2011_hot_rod_top_speed_challenge/

Here, I'm waiting to get clearance to send the pick-up down the Maxton "Monster Mile".

[Monster]

I'm sorry I did not realize it had been changed.

Maybe it hasn't, possibly the person putting it on the site, got confused with the Superbike Shootout we usually host in September. The HRM event has been the "Top Speed Challenge" for the last eight years.

Anyhow, I just cut 'n paste baby ... cut 'n paste.

[geezer1]

Maybe it hasn't, possibly the person putting it on the site, got confused with the Superbike Shootout we usually host in September. The HRM event has been the "Top Speed Challenge" for the last eight years.

Anyhow, I just cut 'n paste baby ... cut 'n paste.

The move to Wilmington was in this month"s Hot Rod. They still called it out at the Top Speed Challenge -

Either way, the lights on our new Firebird work - AA/BGC, we plan to run the event. See you there.

Geo Turner
Geezer Racing

[Monster]

OK, for anyone interested, here are some "excerpts" from the 2011 Rule Book, so keep in mind these are not all the rules, merely some of the basic ones that will answer most of your initial questions.

If you are interested, I recommend that you obtain a 2012 ECTA Rule Book for $10 from their website, for a complete list of all current rules and regulations. To race, you must be an ECTA member (and you get a free Rule Book with your membership kit, so that may be the way to go).


Here are some of our more popular classes ...


5.G TIME ONLY-T/O
Under 135 MPH
Street cars running under 135 MPH shall be allowed to run with the following exceptions to the rules: No roll structure (unless a convertible), no fire extinguishing system, no throttle pedal toe strap. Factory seat belts are acceptable, 3-point minimum. These exceptions do not include CONVERTIBLES or PLASTIC BODIED cars.
Drivers without the recommended SFi 3.2A/1 fire suit must wear long sleeve shirt and pants (cotton recommended).
Once a car exceeds a 5 MPH cushion it will not be allowed to run again until it is in full compliance with competition rules.

135 MPH and Over
All vehicles must conform to the safety requirements for the speed intended.

5.H STREET CATEGORY (ECTA ONLY)
This category is intended for street driven vehicles only. Cars, Street Rods, Pick-up Trucks and Sports Cars are included. In keeping with the intent of the class all vehicles must be licensed/tagged and insured, PROOF REQUIRED. Fiberglass reproductions or phantom bodies are acceptable as long as the vehicle is street legal.
All street equipment must be retained and in working order. These items shall include but not be limited to: functional windows, wipers, horn, working lights & directionals, alternator, radiator, (power steering & power brakes if installed must be operable) full street legal interior minus rear seat. MUFFLERS are required and must be in use. Choice of engine, transmission and rear end is unlimited.

5.H.1 SUPER STREET - /GSS, /FSS, /BGSS, /BFSS
Multiple Carburetion, Fuel Injection and Superchargers / Turbochargers allowed In Super Street. Nitrous Oxide is the only additional fuel additive allowed in the fuel class, Alcohol and Nitromethane are NOT permitted. No items are allowed that would make any vehicle illegal for street use.
All engine classes are allowed.

5.H.2 REAL STREET-/GRS/FRS
Real Street vehicles are limited to single 4-bb! carburetor or any combination originally offered and installed by the factory, not to exceed four one-barrel carburators, No fuel injection and no supercharging. No items are allowed that would make any vehicle illegal for street use.

All vehicles must conform to the safety requirements for the speed intended. All engine classes are allowed.

[Monster]

1.M DRIVER LICENSING
All drivers/riders shall have a current State issued driver's license. ALL DRIVERS MUST COMPLETE & SUBMIT A MEDICAL INFORMATION FORM. A driver under the age of 18 shall have a signed Medical & Minor Release Form from a parent or guardian before (s)he will be allowed to compete.

Cars-Competitors 16 years of age and over may compete with valid State issued driver's license.
Bikes-Competitors 18 years of age and over may compete with valid State issued driver's license.

All new vehicles/drivers/riders or drivers/riders new to the vehicles or course may be required to make runs at less than full throttle or less than full course length. Successful completion of the license requirements shall include, but not be limited to, starting line procedure, course navigation and shutdown procedure, as determined by the Board. ALL NEW DRIVERS/RIDERS SHALL ATTEND A ROOKIE ORIENTATION MEETING PRIOR TO THEIR FIRST COMPETITION RUN. Upon completion of the rookie orientation, all new drivers/riders MUST make passes at the incremental levels starting with the D license speed of 125 MPH and progress upward in speed through each license category. After each run, the time slip must be taken to registration for verification. Drivers may use a BNI or SCTA license to obtain an ECTA license in that category only. Experienced drivers/riders holding licenses in a slower category may qualify for the next faster category by satisfactorily completing one or more runs at a speed within the minimum and maximum for the next faster category. Licensing requirements are: a current and valid driver's license, an ECTA driver's license, and a timing slip for the next higher category verified by an ECTA official. The categories are as follows:

Category E Current and valid state driver's license
Category D 125 to 149 MPH
Category C 150 to 174 MPH
Category B 175 to 199 MPH
Category A 200 to 249 MPH
Category AA 250 to 299 MPH
Unlimited 300 MPH and faster

2.A Engines

ENGINE CLASS BREAKS
Class Cubic Inch Displ. Liter Equiv.
AA 501.00 cid and over 8.210 liters and over
A 440.00 to 500.99 cid 7.210 to 8.209 L
B 373.00 to 439.99 cid . 6.112 to 7.209 L
C 306.00 to 372.99 cid 5.015 to 6.111 L
D 261.00 to 305.99 cid 4.277 to 5.014 L
E 184.00 to 260.99 cid 3.015 to 4.276 L
F 123.00 to 183.99 cid 2.016 to 3.014 L
G 93.00 to 122.99 cid 1.524 to 2.015 L
H 62.00 to 92.99 cid 1.016 to 1.523 L
I 46.00to 61.99 cid 0.754 to 1.015 L
J 31.00 to 45.99 cid 0.508 to 0.753 L
K up to 30.99 cid 0.507 L and under

In classes where not all engine breaks are available, the smallest displacement class allowed is open to all engine displacements that fall within it and below it.

The displacement of reciprocating engines shall be computed by the following formula: bore x bore x .7854 x stroke x number of cylinders. For non-reciprocating engines, equivalent displacement (ED) will be calculated by the following formula: ED=SV x 2 where SV is the Swept Volume. The cubic inch to liter conversion shall be computed by the formula: cid/61.024 = liter.

2.B FUELS
In fuel classes, any approved liquid fuel may be used. Examples of approved fuels are: nitrous oxide, nitromethane, alcohol, and hydrogen.

In gasoline classes, you must run fuel supplied by our fuel vendor and have your tank sealed. You may bring gasoline in a factory sealed container to be dispensed by our fuel vendor at a cost of $20 per event. Water injection is allowed, but water tanks must be inspected and sealed by an ECTA official. Engines using LPG or diesel fuel may compete in gasoline classes.
For all record attempts, the competitor must submit to a fuel tank check in impound after the record run.

2.F TIRES
Due to the extended duration of this type event, Drag slicks are not recommended. No recaps allowed. Any tire deviation must be submitted to the ECTA Race Committee, in writing, 45 days prior to any meet. Tubes are required, except for tires expressly designed for use without tubes. Entrants shall follow tire manufacturer's recommended inflation pressure. Higher pressures may be required, based on weight and speed. However caution should be exercised on excessive pressures (i.e. 100 psi.) Exceptions to any part of the forgoing may be granted in the face of a letter from the manufacturer stating the speed and pressure at which a tire may be run.
Tires may be inspected at any time by the Race Committee. Adequate tire clearance between the tire and body or chassis is required. Tubeless tires must use metal valve stems, unless in Production or Street Car categories below 135 rnph. Metal valve stem caps must be fitted to all valve stems.

Land Speed Tires, approved and meeting the minimum requirements, are acceptable in all classes.

The minimum tire requirements will be governed by ECTA inspection officials as follows:
Up to 125 MPH: Original equipment tire OR & RR
Up to 150MPH: SR, TR or UR rated tires
Up to 175 MPH: HR rated tires
Up to 225 MPH: VR, WR, YR or ZR rated tires or steel-belted drag radials
Up to 250 MPH: NASCAR spec. Speedway tires.
In Excess of 250 MPH: Special tires designed by the manufacturer (i.e. Bonneville or Land Speed tires)

2.G WHEELS
All nonferrous wheels on which lug nuts would come in direct contact with the wheel shall have a 1/4 in. thick steel retaining plate or large OD heavy gauge individual washers under all lug nuts. This does not apply to spindle mounted nonferrous wheels.
Magnesium wheels are not recommended and, if used, shall have an initial Zyglo certificate and stamp available. Inspections made with tires mounted are accepted. Wheels are to be re-inspected if any adverse condition arises. It is recommended that tire pressure used on two-piece wheels does NOT exceed 60 PSI or manufacturer's specifications
ALL CLASSES UNDER 200 MPH: The smallest part of the hex of a lug nut must be larger than the largest part of the taper of the mounting hole. Lug nuts must torque totally against a wheel's tapered surface. A minimum of 5/8 in. of the stud threads must be engaged within the lug nut.

ALL CLASSES OVER 200 MPH: One inch (1 in.) lug nuts are required on all vehicles. Wheels used must be manufactured for racing or reinforced as below:

[Monster]

3.A DRIVER'S CLOTHING
All drivers, 135 MPH and over or all open cockpit vehicles, must wear a driver's suit, gloves, head sock or helmet skirt, and boots. Protective underwear is highly recommended. All items shall be in clean and serviceable condition. It is advisable not to wear synthetic clothing material under the driver's suit. All Drivers' suits must be SFI certified and have the SFI rating tag attached.

3.A.1 Minimum Driver's Suit Requirements
Type of Vehicle
Blown cars, open or closed over 200 MPH
- Suit SFI3.2A/20
- Boots SFI 3.3/15
- Gloves SFI 3.3/15
- Head sock SFI 3.3

Blown cars, open or closed under 200 MPH and Unblown, open or closed over 200 MPH
- Suit SFI3.2A/15
- Boots SFI 3.3/5
- Gloves SFI 3.3/15
- Head sock SFI 3.3

Unblown, open cars under 200 MPH and Unblown, closed cars between 150 MPH and 200 MPH
- Suit SFI 3.2A/5
- Boots SFI 3.3/5
- Gloves SFI 3.3/5
- Head sock SFI 3.3

Unblown closed cars between 135 MPH and 150 MPH
Recommended on all closed cars under 135 MPH
- Suit SFI3.2A/1
- Boots SFI 3.3/5
- Gloves SFI 3.3/5
- Head sock SFI 3.3

While it is recommended above that a minimum of SFI 3.2A/1 be worn for closed cars running 135 MPH or less, a minimum of a long-sleeved shirt and long pants is required.

ALL DRIVERS SHALL WEAR A SFI 3.3 HEAD SOCK OR A SFI 3.2 HELMET SKIRT.

3.A.2 Driver's Helmet
All drivers/riders must wear a full-face helmet with face shield. A Snell Foundation tag reading Snell SA2005 (FIA 8860-2004} Competitors are encouraged to upgrade to the now available Snell SA2010 (FIA 8860-2010), Snell SAH2010 or FIA 8860-2010 standard helmets if making a new purchase. No open face helmets will be allowed. Helmets will be visually inspected at least once each year. Helmets shall be undamaged and in serviceable condition. Eyeglasses worn under the helmet must be shatterproof. All enclosed cockpit car and motorcycle streamliners, require SA rated helmets. The Snell rating label change from 2005 to 2010 will occur in 2016.

3.A.3 Driver's Helmet Support
A side and rear helmet support system is recommended for use in all vehicles.
Forward movement: All cars over 200 mph shall have an engineered and tested SFI spec 38.1 type head and neck restraint system.
Lateral movement: The seat or roll cage structure shall provide restriction to lateral head movement of less than 2 in. per side inclusive of structure deflection, for vehicles over 200 MPH.

All cars over 175 mph will be required to meet this rule.

[Monster]

3.B ROLL CAGES AND ROLL BARS
All cars in competition over 135 MPH, must be equipped with a roll bar or roll cage structure. All closed cars between 135 MPH and 150 MPH must have a 4-point roll bar. All closed cars between 150 and 175 MPH must have a 6-point roll bar. All closed cars over 175 MPH must have a full roil cage. All open cars are advanced one bar / cage category over closed cars. Any individual wishing to enter a vehicle which deviates from these rules MUST contact the ECTA 45 days before the event for approval.

3.D DRIVER RESTRAINTS

3.D.1 Seats
All vehicles over 150 MPH require a seat designed for racing. The seat shall be made of a metal, alloy sufficient to retain the driver under high "G" loading. Composite seats must be pre-approved by the technical committee. No "plastic" seats will be allowed. The seat shall be securely fastened and have a maximum of 1 in. padding. Sprung or compressible seats are prohibited. Seats shall be securely installed and braced to prevent rearward collapse.

3.D.2 Seat Belts
All vehicles 135 MPH and under require a lap belt and shoulder belt (3-point).

All vehicles over 135 MPH, seat belts meeting SFI specification 16.1 or SFI specification 16.5, quick release, competition type seat belts and shoulder harness, with 3 in. lap belt, 3 in. shoulder belts or 2 in. shoulder belts (designed to meet the installation requirements of a helmet support system, SFI 38.1), and 2 in. crotch strap are mandatory in all categories. All seat belt and shoulder harness installations shall be mutually compatible, originally designed to be used with each other. Crotch straps are required in all categories. All belts shall be in good condition, and have a manufacturer's tag with a legible date not more than 5 years old on the label. It is recommended that seat belts be upgraded every two to three years. When arm restraints are worn with a belt system that utilizes a "latch lever" with a built-in latch lock, a protective cover shall be installed to prevent the arm restraint from accidentally releasing the latch lever. Tape is not sufficient as protection.

Seat belts and shoulder harnesses shall be installed to the manufacturer's specifications and in compliance with the helmet support system requirements with special consideration given to shoulder belt interaction with HANS type device, i.e. belts not being properly retained in support of the device. Seat belts shall be securely fastened to the frame, cross member or reinforced mounting points so that fittings are in direct line with the direction of pull. Participants are cautioned that the usual "factory" mounting through the floorboard is inadequate and will not be permitted without additional reinforcement. Mounting shall be accomplished with a minimum of grade 5 bolts. Under no circumstances are bolts to be inserted through the belt webbing. The shoulder harness must be mounted in a manner as to prevent slipping off the driver's shoulders.

3.D.3 Arm/Leg Restraints
Vehicles 135 MPH - 175 MPH: Arm restraints or a full door net is Required.
Vehicles 175 MPH and over: Arm restraints AND a full door net is required.

Effective January 2010, SFI specification 3.3 arm restraints with a manufacturer's date of 2006 or later are required in all vehicles. Legs shall be restrained by tethers, panels, bars or net. The restraint system shall be capable of preventing the driver's arms/legs from extending outside the roll structure and/or frame rails in case of an incident that includes a body panel separation. Participants are cautioned that all controls be mounted as close to the steering wheel as possible to keep all arm restraints as short as possible. Arm restraints shall be combined with the driver belt system such that the arm restraints are released in conjunction with driver's belts.

3.M PARACHUTE
An approved parachute is required on all cars over 175 MPH. Vehicles that exceed 225 MPH with two wheel brakes and 250 MPH with four wheel brakes, shall be equipped with two independent parachute systems. Parachutes must be securely mounted to a suitable cross member. All parachutes shall be opened during inspection. Special attention shall be given to the length and mounting point of the parachute tether line. The manufacturer's recommendations should be followed regarding parachute size, mounting, etc.

3.Q FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS (ECTA ONLY)
Approved agents include Halon 1301, Halon 1211, DuPont FE36, and certain AFFF systems including Cold Fire 302, Firefox Gem Foam or other Halon replacement certified by the manufacturer for use in a confined space. Dry chemical and CO2 may be used in the engine compartment only. The application and installation shall be in accord with the manufacturer's recommendations and consistent with the size and shape of the driver's compartment. The discharge rate should be designed to allow sufficient protection for the time it will take the car to stop from speed.

NOTE: Aqueous systems require that the nozzles be directed at the surfaces that require cooling, i.e. the firewall, cowl, floor pan, or transmission tunnel. Aiming of the nozzles is critical so that none of the agent impedes the vision of the driver at any time (not to spray on the windshield or driver's visor). Additionally, fresh air venting or breathing systems may be necessary in a confined space.
Vehicles over 150 MPH must have 5 Ibs. of approved extinguishing agent, driver controlled, designed and applied to function as driver protection. The application and installation shall be in accordance with the manufacture's recommendations and consistent with the sizes and shape of the driver's compartment. The discharge rate should be designed to allow sufficient protection for the time it will take the car to stop from speed.

All vehicles over 175 MPH, in addition to the above requirements, must be equipped with an additional/separate 5 Ib. (10 Ibs. total) driver controlled fire system to serve the engine area. This system may utilize dry chemical (not recommended), C02, Halon or a foam-type agent and must have a minimum of two directional nozzles in the engine compartment which are aimed at the header/oil pan area.

Minimum Agent Requirements:
150-175 MPH 5 Ibs. min. Driver area
176+ MPH 10 ibs. min. Driver & engine

Note: The amount of required agent should not be confused with total bottle weight. All push/crew vehicles are required to have a minimum of one 5 Ib. portable fire extinguisher.

All competition vehicle extinguishing system control valves must be within the reach of the driver while strapped in position. The valves shall be designed to remain open oncactuated. All agent lines and nozzles must be metal, and securely mounted. Extinguishing agent cylinders within the driver's compartment shall be mounted with a system more substantial than hose clamps alone. The use of hose clamps as a primary mounting system is prohibited.

A current inspection/filling certification (no more than 24 months old) for each agent bottle shall be visible to the technical inspector without removing the bottle.

NOTE: Agent delivery lines are subject to dust and moisture clogging. Participants are responsible to assure that the fire system is full and operable before each event. Frequent clearing of the lines is recommended.

Questions concerning fire-extinguishing systems may be directed to the Fire Extinguishing System Specialist, Joe Timney.

3.U WINDOWS AND WINDSHIELDS
All non-stock windows and windshields shall be made of shatter resistant plastic, such as polycarbonate (Lexan), and shall provide 120 degrees of adequate vision forward. On al open body cars, a windshield is recommended, but shall not restrict driver entrance or exit In all classes where a headrest fairing is permitted, the windshield may sweep around the driver's head and connect to the fairing on either side (refer to Driver's Compartment rule concerning sharp edges).
All windshield wiper blades and arms shall be removed. On front and rear windows, retaining tabs or straps are required over 175 MPH.
Vehicles with T-tops or moon roof panels must have the panels retained with tabs or straps.

3.V HOODS
Hoods are required in all categories (except Special Construction Category) and shall be secured by metal fasteners, leather or webbing straps. Production hood latches are not sufficient unless the hood opens from the rear. Hood side panels (such as found on '29 Ford) may be removed. Early type hood hold-downs (spring type) are inadequate.

[Bamfster]

Hmmmm ..... so I can basically show up with the chevelle and run T/O for fun as long as I stay under 135 mph.

[Monster]

Yep, become an ECTA member, register your vehicle, pass Technical Inspection, attend Rookie Orientation, wear a long sleeve cotton shirt & pants, with a certified helmet and you're good to go.