Engine Diaper or Catch Pan is HIGHLY ENCOURAGED!
Class Definition
- H-pattern, clutch-operated transmission class
- Open to all makes and models
- Heads-up competition
- Class split into Outlaw, Pro, and Street based on qualifying performance
Race Format
- NHRA safety rules apply
- 1/4 mile racing
- Heads-up competition
- .400 Pro Tree
- Open qualifying for all competitors
- Maximum field size: 40 vehicles
- All qualified competitors advance to eliminations
- Field split after qualifying:
- Positions 1–8: Outlaw
- Positions 9–24: Pro
- Positions 25–40: Street
- Pro ladder eliminations within each class
- Courtesy staging is strongly enforced
- Final eliminations held on Sunday
Class Structure
- Qualifying Positions 1–8 → Outlaw
- Qualifying Positions 9–24 → Pro
- Qualifying Positions 25–40 → Street
Class splits are determined solely by qualifying performance and are final once eliminations begin.
Breakout Structure
Outlaw
- No breakout
Pro & Street
- Breakout is 0.10 seconds quicker than each competitor’s best qualifying pass
- Running quicker than breakout results in disqualification
OFFICIAL CLASS RULES
STICK SHIFT
Eligibility and Verification
- Must be Ford-powered
- Automatic and clutchless transmissions are not permitted
- Must return from a pass under its own power
- Subject to verification at any time
Transmission and Driver Control
- H-pattern manual transmission required
- Clutch must be foot-operated
- Driver must manually shift all gears
Permitted:
- Strain gauge for ignition/timing cut only
Not permitted:
- Pneumatic, hydraulic, or electric shifting
- Sequential transmissions
Chassis and Body
- Factory-based chassis required
- No full tube chassis
Tires and Wheels
- 28×10.5 slick or 275 radial
- No motorcycle tires
Engine and Power Adders
- No restrictions
Safety Equipment
- NHRA safety rules apply
Final Authority
- All decisions are final