Want to hit Track

[Brocket]

Guys,

I've never legally dragged a car before and would like to start hitting a local 1/4 mile drag strip to see what I and my car can do. What's the closest to the Tracy, CA (Infineon?)area and is anyone up to joining me? Also, what will I need to drag race: Helmet, drive loop, ...? Can the helmet be rented at the track, etc...

[fireman2118]

Infinean raceway

Wednesday Night Drags | Raceway Info | Infineon Raceway


Anyone with a driver's license can compete, providing their vehicle or motorcycle passes a simple technical inspection. All vehicles must have mufflers. To see the rules and regulations for STP Wednesday Night Drags, please click here.


Sac raceway


Basic Requirements

1. All drivers must have a valid driver's license.
2. All vehicles must pass a basic NHRA ET Bracket safety inspection. For a full listing of requirements, consult an NHRA Rulebook.
3. A single co-driver is permitted in vehicles running slower than 14.00 seconds. Co-drivers must be at least 16 years old and must sit in the front seat.
4. All drivers and co-drivers must wear long pants and shirts with sleeves (no tank tops).
5. SFI approved helmets are required for all vehicles running quicker than 14.00 seconds.
6. Motorcycle racers slower than 10.99 seconds are required to wear a heavy jacket, gloves, full face helmet with visor, and shoes covering the tops of the ankles. Bikes faster than 10.99 seconds or 120 mph MUST have one piece or all around zip together full leathers. All bikes must run a chain guard covering entire top of chain
7. Drivers under 18 must have a waiver of liability form on file at the track and must be signed by parents to participate in Sacramento Raceway's drag racing events.

[augie]

Originally Posted by Brocket

Guys,

I've never legally dragged a car before and would like to start hitting a local 1/4 mile drag strip to see what I and my car can do. What's the closest to the Tracy, CA (Infineon?)area and is anyone up to joining me? Also, what will I need to drag race: Helmet, drive loop, ...? Can the helmet be rented at the track, etc...

sac raceway is closer!

[Brocket]

Thanks for the info Bill. I would not have thought about the long sleeve shirt rule. Guess I'll be hunting for a helmet before I go as well.

Originally Posted by fireman2118

Infinean raceway

Wednesday Night Drags | Raceway Info | Infineon Raceway


Anyone with a driver's license can compete, providing their vehicle or motorcycle passes a simple technical inspection. All vehicles must have mufflers. To see the rules and regulations for STP Wednesday Night Drags, please click here.


Sac raceway


Basic Requirements

1. All drivers must have a valid driver's license.
2. All vehicles must pass a basic NHRA ET Bracket safety inspection. For a full listing of requirements, consult an NHRA Rulebook.
3. A single co-driver is permitted in vehicles running slower than 14.00 seconds. Co-drivers must be at least 16 years old and must sit in the front seat.
4. All drivers and co-drivers must wear long pants and shirts with sleeves (no tank tops).
5. SFI approved helmets are required for all vehicles running quicker than 14.00 seconds.
6. Motorcycle racers slower than 10.99 seconds are required to wear a heavy jacket, gloves, full face helmet with visor, and shoes covering the tops of the ankles. Bikes faster than 10.99 seconds or 120 mph MUST have one piece or all around zip together full leathers. All bikes must run a chain guard covering entire top of chain
7. Drivers under 18 must have a waiver of liability form on file at the track and must be signed by parents to participate in Sacramento Raceway's drag racing events.

Thanks, which has the better drag strip with less wait time?

Originally Posted by augie

sac raceway is closer!

[CarGuySkye]

I'm assuming its a stock 5.7 hemi? If so, you wont need a helmet or drive shaft loop.

[CarGuySkye]

Originally Posted by Brocket

Thanks for the info Bill. I would not have thought about the long sleeve shirt rule. Guess I'll be hunting for a helmet before I go as well.

You don't need a long sleeve shirt, just a sleeved shirt, tshirt will be fine.

[Brocket]

Giving current mods and tune I expect with good driving and some weight savings before going I could break into high 13's low 14's. I know I have high expectations but that's why I want to do some base lines to see where I'm at. This is all dependent on whether I can find a set of stock 18's to run with prior, otherwise with 275 20's I expect good grip but heavier rotational weight. With the 20's I would expect to hit mid to low 14's. Does this sound right?

Originally Posted by CarGuySkye

I'm assuming its a stock 5.7 hemi? If so, you wont need a helmet or drive shaft loop.

Thanks, I miss interpreted that

Originally Posted by CarGuySkye

You don't need a long sleeve shirt, just a sleeved shirt, tshirt will be fine.

[eTag]

hmm...this is good info...wonder how mine would hold up?...

[SMosher]

Originally Posted by eTag

hmm...this is good info...wonder how mine would hold up?...

Your ride maybe 19s ;d

[gt4948c]

My best in my essentially stock 5.7 (CAI only, Daytona R&T package) is 14.1 sec. Wondering if the new exhaust will help improve that.

I plan to hit a wednesday night in sac at the end of the month with a buddy from work with a stock 5.7 2011 R/T . When a figure out which week, I'll let you know.