Planning to race at Mo-Kan? READ THIS

[MoKanMan]

HAMB Drags reality check

OK gang, looking forward as most of you are, to the up coming drags here at the ‘Kan.

BUT, I want to make sure that everyone who plans to go down the drag strip understands that what you are about to do is dangerous, and that you have the GONADS to except the consequences if you crash. You can be hurt real bad, or you can be killed.

It's called racing folks, and it dangerous. We do our best to keep the track clean, dry and free of junk. But from time to time we miss something. So keep in mind when you turn the stage bulbs on, you are saying you accept the track AS IS.

We will check each car for our minimum safety requirements, which you can view here;

http://www.mokandragway.com/rules/safety.html

ALSO roadsters will need a roll bar!

Pay close attention to the first paragraph;

Drag racing is a dangerous sport that can result in serious injury or death. Participation in all aspects of the sport is voluntary. The ultimate responsibility for participant and vehicle lies with the participant, vehicle owner, driver and crew members.

Track prep;
We will do a normal track prep, which includes spraying VHT to the 1/8 mile. If your car needs more than that, maybe you should be running NHRA National events.

With the number of street tires that will be on the track, and the heat, I don’t think we will see the best track of the year. But again, if you need more traction than we can provide, maybe YOU should change something!

OK guys and gals, sorry about the negative tone, but this needed said.

Other questions about tech, fire away!

[The Shocker]

Fair enough ,somethings gotta take me out .The track seemed well preped and kept up to me last time i ran there.See you in August ...

[Model A John]

Do you require a battery shut off switch at the rear of the car for a 13 second street tire car with a rear mounted battery?

[Roothawg]

Hi Carl.

[Dirty2]

Do you require a battery shut off switch at the rear of the car for a 13 second street tire car with a rear mounted battery?




Master Cutoff
Mandatory when battery is relocated. An electrical power cutoff switch (one only) must be installed on the rearmost part of the vehicle and be easily accessible from outside the car body. This cut off switch must be connected to the positive side of the electrical system and must stop all electrical functions including magneto ignition. The off position must be clearly labeled with the word "OFF." If the switch is "push/pull" type, "push" must be the action for shutting off the electrical system.


It really dosen't say the times so I would like to know also .

[Dirty2]

Fair enough ,somethings gotta take me out .The track seemed well preped and kept up to me last time i ran there.See you in August ...


Whats going to take you out ? :confused:

[Rodshop]

Fair enough, glad you are willing to have us!
Rodshop

[The Shocker]

Whats going to take you out ? :confused:

I was trying to be whitty about the "Racing is dangerous part" .Sorry ,it was a poor attempt at humor ...

[Roothawg]

Mine does.

[The Shocker]

Neutral Safety Switch
All cars must be equiped with a functioning neutral safety switch that prevents the car from being started in a forward or reverse gear.

I dont know any that have this,

My Dodge does .It has a Hurst Qaurter Stick and the nuetral safety switch is hooked up and works properly ...

[Rusty]

Mine does.

Hell yeah, is it gonna make a pass this year?

[Roothawg]

Yeah, we'll be there.

[madmak95]

Hell yeah, is it gonna make a pass this year?
being there and makeing a pass is to differant things.....:D

[Roothawg]

I always make a pass, even if it causes damage.

[Pooch]

Sometimes he even makes two...

[Roothawg]

I have 2 words for you Pooch.....

Shut Up.

[The Shocker]

I have 2 words for you Pooch.....

Shut Up.
Can i be in the other lane on your first pass ? Man ,these guys are busting your chops ...

[Roothawg]

I consider the source....he's a girly yukon guy.

[Pooch]

With a pretty Yellow car.

[Blakmerk]

Guess I gotta make a solo/non-passenger pass again. Geez.

[flamedabone]

Here is a shot of Blakmerks Merc to prove sleds don't have to be turds.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v700/flamedabone/racemerk04.jpg

See you in August, -Abone.

[WZ JUNK]

Bring a helmet or borrow one from me.

John

[LUX BLUE]

With a pretty Yellow car.

I don't know that I would go so far as pretty Yellow...I think awfully Yellow is a little more on par.:D

[Roothawg]

Yeah it's yellow fo sho.

[Jagerbomb]

You running the 55 this year Pooch?

[Pooch]

Yes

[Ratty55]

I know this is a newbie stupid question, but are drag radials considered slicks? If i run drag radials do i have to have a drive shaft loop as per the rules?

[Roothawg]

I don't think so, but a loop is good insurance, even for a street car.

[APACHERACING]

Did we ever get an answer to the camping at Mokan question http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=385020

[jalopy gal]

Did we ever get an answer to the camping at Mokan question http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=385020


This is what I put on another post when someone asked the same question: Dude, you need to PM Ryan or MoKanMan to get the straight answer on that but my guess is no. Gates are not open and no one is there. The hotel is where all the action is anyway.

[Hemibaker]

Root, Tenpenny is looking for a Gurdge race are up to it? He said the Six would wax your V-8. Got any words for him I can pass along?

[Roothawg]

Yeah, tell him I think he should run by himself. I saw his driving skills in those pictures.........

[Kustm52]

ALSO roadsters will need a roll bar!




Does this statement mean all roadster or modifieds will need a roll bar, even if not as fast as the rules state?

Roll Bar/Roll Cage
Roll bar required on vehicles running 11.49 or quicker 1/4 mile or 7.50 1/8 mile. Roll bar is recommended at 11.99 or quicker 1/4 mile. Roll cage required on vehicles running 9.50 or faster 1/4 mile or 6.00 1/8 mile.

I've ran at Mokan before without one, just wondering if I needed to build one before coming this year.

Thanks,
Brian

[andysdeuce]

Heck Brian, as hard as your head is a ball cap would probably be enough protection for you!!!!:eek::p:D See you guys there. Look for the black Galaxie again this year. Your boy about ready to drive yet???

[Kustm52]

Heck Brian, as hard as your head is a ball cap would probably be enough protection for you!!!!:eek::p:D See you guys there. Look for the black Galaxie again this year. Your boy about ready to drive yet???

You know me pretty good don't you..:D Yep, he got his learner's permit last week. At least I can nap on the way home.. well, probably not.:eek: Was hoping to have his truck at the drags, but didn't get it done in time...

Brian

[Twisted Okie]

My daughter accidently let the cat out of the bag. She said that Haymaker told her he is doing all he can to beat my 46 Ford Sedan with his bobber pick up. He keeps his truck in my shop..... Hmmm, I may have to do some tuning for him.......

[interstatemaster]

In the pre '65 stock class can you run open exhaust? The Mo-Kan rules seem like I'd have to run through the mufflers.
At the track loud is good!!

[MoKanMan]

You must be looking at rules for the Real Street. The only thing we are concerend about is the General Saftey regulations.