NHRA Bolt in Rollbar for GTS

[Bandit400]

I went to Englishtown last night and got ripped apart by tech inspection for no rollbar. They limited me to over 11.5 and under 135 mph. First run was in the 10's and over 135, they called me up to the tower and gave me the riot act. This was the first time I have ever had a problem at Englishtown with such a strict tech. I hope this is not the new norm as I heard they have a new track manager. They even started to pull apart the install on my teamtech belts. On a good note, I got a chance to test out the new NT05R drag radial on my six spoke srt rim. I was very impressed with the traction. One you heat them up, they stick like glue.

Anyone know of a bolt in NHRA rollbar for the GTS? Looks like I need side bars that are removable. I also want to avoid hacking up the interior. I like the autoform design but I am not sure it has the side bars as on option. Thanks.

Bandit400

 

[ViperGeorge]

That stinks. Did they kick you out after your first run?

 

[Bandit400]

No, usually if you do it the second time then they boot you off the track for the night. Unfortunately, they also don't give you your timeslip for the run so you dont know exactly how fast you went.

 

[DrumrBoy]

Calling PhilC....calling PhilC....

Phil has a SC ACR and runs at E-town a bunch. Has a bolt in roll bar (4 pt) with removable sides. I can't remember the brand or specs but he might. He's at NJMP this weekend but PM him if he doesn't see this.....its at least a datapoint for you.

 

[Madduc]

The Autoform bar is available with removable side bars, either driver's side or both sides. The tech inspectors at my local track where fine with my Autoform bar.

 

[1BADGTS]

You need to be a CERTIFYED 10 SECOND BAR (Phils is thats but its more of a CAGE than a hoop ).Mike Napp has his techs cracking down over there.The techs name was not WAYNE PAUL was it.

 

[1BADGTS]

Ps To put a bar in that pass es DEFINATELY WILL IN INHIBIT THE INTERIOR.

 

[Fatboy 18]

Here you go

BTR Viper Performance Rollbar

Mark

 

[Madduc]

I had NO issues with my Autoform bar running my 10.47 time. Also the BTR bar is no longer made, I tried. With the side bar mount in my GTS, it does make it a bit more difficult getting in and out but not bad.

 

[1BADGTS]

I think it all is going to depend whether the track will want to see a 10 second certification on the bar .At Englishtown DEFINATELY.Over there depending on whose driving the car ect if your deep into the tens in front of thousands of people (sometimes) on test and tune nights driving a Viper (really stands out )they dot the is and cross the ts

 

[1BADGTS]

Ps i just spoke to my buddy whose a Teck over at Englishtown whose ever bar you use MUST have a 10 second cert stamped on it( not to mention ALL of the other saftey features need to run 10s_)on test and tune nights.For private track rentals though different story.

 

[Bandit400]

1BadGTS,

I believe the Techs name was Scott but there was another burly guy who actually pointed out to him that he should also check for the rollbar. It is ashame that these rules are getting so difficult. I understand the safety aspect but as you said. I may have a rollbar that technically compliant but I need a stamp on it. Who needs to stamp the rollbar? Can you get someone to certify the Autoform rollbar? This is the first time in years that I have been put through the ringer. Previous trips to E-town resulted in no issue even blasting off passes in the low 10's at 140 MPH. They also told me that I need a 9 second license because I went over 135 MPH. I may have to start going to ATCO which is ashame since I live 15 min from E-Town.

Bandit400

 

[1BADGTS]

1BadGTS,

I believe the Techs name was Scott but there was another burly guy who actually pointed out to him that he should also check for the rollbar. It is ashame that these rules are getting so difficult. I understand the safety aspect but as you said. I may have a rollbar that technically compliant but I need a stamp on it. Who needs to stamp the rollbar? Can you get someone to certify the Autoform rollbar? This is the first time in years that I have been put through the ringer. Previous trips to E-town resulted in no issue even blasting off passes in the low 10's at 140 MPH. They also told me that I need a 9 second license because I went over 135 MPH. I may have to start going to ATCO which is ashame since I live 15 min from E-Town.

Bandit400

Its way different since the Coletta accident.As you know E-Town is a flagship NHRA Track with a ton of exposure .As far as a bar i believe to get the certification its got to be 10 point cage (alot more protevctive than a simple roll bar ).Not to mention even if you were to install(CLUTTER UP THE INTERIOR ) there is alot of other BS Saftey items(because your trapping so high) needed.I grew up in Colys Neck (now live in Monmouth Beach )I am there a few times per year with the mag guys.The next time they rent for a private test your more tham welcome to come and run (I will pm you )in the condition the car is in now.

 

[Bandit400]

Thanks for the offer 1BADGTS

 

[1BADGTS]

Thanks for the offer 1BADGTS

Anytime esp for a local guy with a Heffner car .Great tuner (i got to know him over the years from the old zone events at Englishtown )

 

[Jerome Sparich]

Its way different since the Coletta accident.As you know E-Town is a flagship NHRA Track with a ton of exposure .As far as a bar i believe to get the certification its got to be 10 point cage (alot more protevctive than a simple roll bar ).Not to mention even if you were to install(CLUTTER UP THE INTERIOR ) there is alot of other BS Saftey items(because your trapping so high) needed.I grew up in Colys Neck (now live in Monmouth Beach )I am there a few times per year with the mag guys.The next time they rent for a private test your more tham welcome to come and run (I will pm you )in the condition the car is in now.

For such a know-it-all and someone who talks like they know everyone, you can't even get Scott's name right?

K a l i t t a

Go ahead, have a comeback. You can be my guest and have the last word.... no matter how wrong or full of BS you are.

Enjoy.

 

[plumcrazy]

how is island for tech issues like this ? i know its not nearly the track etown is, but its another option for ya.

 

[1BADGTS]

For such a know-it-all and someone who talks like they know everyone, you can't even get Scott's name right?

K a l i t t a

Go ahead, have a comeback. You can be my guest and have the last word.... no matter how wrong or full of BS you are.

Enjoy.

WRONG WHAT exactly DO YOU KNOW ABOUT THE GOINGs ON AT ENGLISHTOWN.

 

[1BADGTS]

how is island for tech issues like this ? i know its not nearly the track etown is, but its another option for ya.

They threw me out for low 11s without a bar.

 

[Jerome Sparich]

WRONG WHAT exactly DO YOU KNOW ABOUT THE GOINGs ON AT ENGLISHTOWN.

Reading comprehension = FAIL

 

[1BADGTS]

1BadGTS,

I believe the Techs name was Scott but there was another burly guy who actually pointed out to him that he should also check for the rollbar. It is ashame that these rules are getting so difficult. I understand the safety aspect but as you said. I may have a rollbar that technically compliant but I need a stamp on it. Who needs to stamp the rollbar? Can you get someone to certify the Autoform rollbar? This is the first time in years that I have been put through the ringer. Previous trips to E-town resulted in no issue even blasting off passes in the low 10's at 140 MPH. They also told me that I need a 9 second license because I went over 135 MPH. I may have to start going to ATCO which is ashame since I live 15 min from E-Town.

Bandit400

Another idea if you really want to public nights (PM me i call Wayne Paul) to see if you run NT if they will give you a few more runs.