Was not clear when reading the rules, but do all Challenge cars need a fire extinguisher or just the faster ones that might dip into the 11's?
Pete
Was not clear when reading the rules, but do all Challenge cars need a fire extinguisher or just the faster ones that might dip into the 11's?
Pete
In reply to NOHOME :
Just the fast ones.
You do not need a fire extinguisher
In reply to John Welsh :
You sure? I've had one at every Challenge and I'm slow.
In reply to Stampie :
Has there been a rule change? I have never had one in my 4 cars of 2014-2017. They were cars that ran about 14.9 second drag times.
I've never had a time where I thought it was a bad idea to have a fire extinguisher.
These are the only exemptions for slower than 11.49
We realize that the NHRA rulebook has a few issues when it comes to this event. The following rules may be ignored if your car runs slower than 11.49 E.T.:
Windows must be rolled up during drag runs (if you don't have windows, you'll be required to wear a full-face helmet).
Welded differentials prohibited.
Mandatory C-clip eliminators.
Partially excepted: Battery shutoff switches. Alternative construction and placement acceptable. Must remain within driver's and first responder's reach and be clearly labeled on the exterior of the vehicle.
glueguy said:I've never had a time where I thought it was a bad idea to have a fire extinguisher.
Right and adding one is like $20 at Home Depot and 5 minutes of your time.
As someone who has had to use one at the challenge I wholeheartedly recommend bringing one. At least to the hotel.
Can I Stampie Rule someone's fire extinguisher?
In reply to slowbird :
Funny you say that. Pretty sure I have an extra. Let me go look in my truck.
slowbird said:Can I Stampie Rule someone's fire extinguisher?
I do and it's yours to borrow. If you want to mount it you'll need two screws.
In reply to Stampie :
Sweet! I'll bring screws.
Look at us, bein' all safe and responsible and E36 M3. 
Stampie said:These are the only exemptions for slower than 11.49
We realize that the NHRA rulebook has a few issues when it comes to this event. The following rules may be ignored if your car runs slower than 11.49 E.T.:
Windows must be rolled up during drag runs (if you don't have windows, you'll be required to wear a full-face helmet).
Welded differentials prohibited.
Mandatory C-clip eliminators.
Partially excepted: Battery shutoff switches. Alternative construction and placement acceptable. Must remain within driver's and first responder's reach and be clearly labeled on the exterior of the vehicle.
Not that I disagree that a fire extinguisher is a good idea - where do the NHRA rules require a fire extinguisher?
I agree with John that a fire extinguisher has not been required at previous challenges.
Tib has to have one anyway, I think I'll just grab the one out of the truck for this week.
In reply to Robbie :
Maybe it's an SCCA rule. I know my first year autocross was run by an SCCA club so maybe we had to have them then?
Do, you don't need a fire extinguisher. They are budget exempt if you want to add one, though.
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