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"1/4 Mile at a Time"
Questions Contact
Jose Hernandez
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Drag Race
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Come one,
come all to run your car 1/4 mile at a time. It is both fun and a real
challenge, but even beginners can do it!
Click
Here for the 2008 Race Schedule at Gateway International Raceway
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What is drag racing?
Who can do it?
What kind of cars drag race?
Where is drag racing held?
How much does it cost?
What do I need to drag race?
What do I need to do to my car to drag race?
Where can I find out more about drag racing?
For more detailed information, checkout Drag Racing for Beginners.
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What is Drag Racing?
In its
purest form, a drag race is held between two cars from a controlled set of
lights over a measured quarter mile straight track with the first to the
finish line declared the winner. There are various types of race formats
from heads-up competition to bracket racing.
Bracket
racing is a form of drag racing whereby vehicles of different performance
levels can compete on a potentially even basis. The anticipated elapsed
times are compared for each vehicle, with the slower car receiving a head
start equal to the difference of the two. With this system, virtually any
two vehicles can be paired in a competitive drag race.
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Who can do it?
Anybody can
race, so long as they have a valid driver's license and parental consent
(if under 18). Competitors will also need long pants, closed toe shoes and
a long sleeve shirt.
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What kind of cars Drag Race?
Most any
type of car can bracket race, so long as it passes tech inspection as
performed by the track personnel.
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Where is Drag Racing held?
Races are
held at Gateway International Raceway in Madison, IL.
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How much does it cost?
Depending
on the type of race, the cost may vary. Please check the Gateway website
for exact prices.
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What do I need to Drag Race?
Driver's
license, Tech Card, long pants, shirt with long sleeves and close toed
shoes. If your car runs faster than 12.99ET, you will need a helmet.
There are not typically loaner helmets available.
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What do I need to do to my car to Drag Race?
When you go
to a drag race, you will have to put your car through a tech inspection. At
the tech inspection your vehicle is checked to ensure that basic safety
systems are working. They will check your brakes, lug nuts, throttle return
spring, that your battery is tight so that they cables don't come undone if
your battery slides around, your seat belt is functional, and your radiator
overflow catch can. They check to make sure you do not have any fluid
leaks. They have you remove you center caps.
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Where can I find out more about Drag Race?
Try Gateway International
Raceway and NHRA
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