Basic Tech Rules

The following is a basic guideline of the tech rules for our drag race events. For further detailed rules please visit the IHRA website: http://ihra.com/OnlineRulebook/

Tech inspector has the right to refuse any vehicle if they feel the vehicle is unsafe and/or does not pass inspection.

  • Vehicles cannot leak fluids, parts, or pieces.
  • Frame’s/undercarriage must be 100% free of mud excessive dirt etc.
  • Steering components 100% functioning… steering wheel secured & no excessive play.
  • Brakes have to stop the vehicle. Brakes can/will be checked for excessive play etc.
  • Tires must have no cords showing, no weather checking etc.
  • Carburetor must have return throttle spring.
  • Must have neutral safety switch
  • Battery secured and external shut off for rear mounted battery.
  • Must have radiator overflow catch can.
  • All windows intact & rolled up.
  • All truck boxes must be empty and clean. No garbage, tidy tanks, 5th wheel hitches etc.
  • All wheel lugs present/exposed & tight.
  • Driveshaft loop required when running 13.50 (8.60) or faster with bias ply drag slicks.
  • Quads, bikes & sleds must have tethers. Operator must have leather suit.
  • Helmet mandatory and in acceptable condition.
  • Driver must wear sleeved shirt and long pants. No open toe shoes allowed.
  • Seat belts mandatory. Belts & seats must be in good condition and securely mounted.
  • Roll bars required when running 11.50 (7:50) and faster, convertibles 13.50 (8.65) and faster, 2008 and newer vehicles 10.00 (6.40) and faster.
  • Night Race MUST have at least one head light and one tail light operating.

Tech Process

Once you arrive on the grounds… follow the signs to our registration shed. Once registered they will give you a tech slip. From there take your race vehicle straight to tech.