Zack
09-01-2004, 08:38 PM
Here it is word for word from the latest Hot Rod MAgazine, page 44, Oct. 2004:
There comes a time when technology advances faster than the rule book. Under the NHRA's current rules, bone stock 13-second convertibles, such as late model Camaros and Mustang Cobras, are illegal for competition right off the showroom floor, as edicts mandate a rollbar and driveshaft loop. In response to the growing problem of street racing-and how overly stringent rules might actually keep racers away from the track- the new Pure Stock Street Legal amendment permits factory-stock newer vehicles to run as quick as 11.50 without any safety equipment. The move also acknowledges the improved safety infused into production vehicles by the OE's concurrent with improved performance. With the exception of aftermarket exhaust systems and drag radials, vehicles must remain completely stock. Check out NHRA.com for full details.
There comes a time when technology advances faster than the rule book. Under the NHRA's current rules, bone stock 13-second convertibles, such as late model Camaros and Mustang Cobras, are illegal for competition right off the showroom floor, as edicts mandate a rollbar and driveshaft loop. In response to the growing problem of street racing-and how overly stringent rules might actually keep racers away from the track- the new Pure Stock Street Legal amendment permits factory-stock newer vehicles to run as quick as 11.50 without any safety equipment. The move also acknowledges the improved safety infused into production vehicles by the OE's concurrent with improved performance. With the exception of aftermarket exhaust systems and drag radials, vehicles must remain completely stock. Check out NHRA.com for full details.