Its time again for the nmra world finals VMP terminator/gt500 shootout in Bowling Green KY on Oct 2-5!! As we all know last yrs event was a rain filled weekend this will be out 7th shootout and it has been alot of fun and the last race at MIR was a huge success thanks to Jake standing in for me since i couldnt make the trip. All the usual trophies and awards will be the norm and both Jake and I are working the parts vendors for some extra goodies for you guys!!
All the rules remain the same,
Class Description Terminator / GT500 Shootout is for OEM chassis (VIN verified) '03-'04 Cobra and '07-'14 GT500 stock appearing vehicles using a Ford modular 4.6 or 5.4 V-8 (4v) based engines only. Qualifying Information Ladder Type & Tree: All Run, NHRA Pro .400 tree, Heads-Up
1: ENGINE Engine must be a Modular 4.6/5.4 based V-8 Ford engine. Internal modifications are permitted COOLING SYSTEM Entire cooling system must be contained within the engine compartment. Engine fluid must pass through a radiator and be functional. OEM production-style or aftermarket radiator is required and must be mounted in stock location. Stock core support is required. EXHAUST Any header size / tubing permitted. Exhaust must exit underneath vehicle after mid-pipe, no fender or side exit exhaust in front of door. FUEL-DELIVERY SYSTEM : OEM or aftermarket tank in stock location or behind passenger compartment FUEL:All fuels permitted including ethanol NITROUS OXIDE\SUPERCHARGER\TURBOCHARGER: Any power adder or combination of power adders permitted (nitrous oxide, supercharger, or turbocharger or a combination) Meth injection ok OILING SYSTEM: Wet sump systems only INTAKE MANIFOLD: Intake manifold and piping must be contained forward of the firewall. No air intake coolers in passenger compartment
2: DRIVETRAIN REAREND: OEM or Bolt in 8.8 or 9 inch TRANSMISSION: Any automatic or manual transmission permitted
3: BRAKES & SUSPENSION FRONT SUSPENSION: K-MEMBERS: Aftermarket K-Members permitted, but must attach to the chassis using only the original factory OEM type mounting bolts in the factory mounting location. Engine must mount to k-member, no motor plates. No part of the K-member may be permanently attached to the chassis. K-member may be modified in oil pan area to allow oil pan enlargement or removal. CONTROL ARMS: OEM or tubular stock type control arms required which must be attached in stock location SHOCKS/STRUTS/SPRINGS: OEM or aftermarket shocks/struts/springs permitted. May use coil overs in front REAR SUSPENSION: STOCK TYPE SUSPENSION: Stock type suspension may utilize aftermarket, direct replacement type suspension components including aftermarket replacement shocks, springs, coil overs and/or control arms. All stock type 3-link and 4- link suspensions must maintain stock lateral angles and attachment points, but may be moved up or down on rear axle. Aftermarket torque arms permitted. CONTROL ARMS: Replacement aftermarket OEM style upper and lower control arms permitted. Control arms may use any type bushing, bearing, or rod end. Control arms may be adjustable to any length PANHARD BARS: Panhard bars permitted to control lateral movement of rearend housing. Panhard bars must be located aft of rearend housing, and control only lateral rearend movement. Panhard bars may be welded SWAY BARS: Aftermarket or factory sway bars permitted. Aftermarket sway bars may be welded to both chassis and rearend housing TORQUE ARMS: Permitted WHEELIE BARS: Prohibited
4: FRAME Stock, unaltered frame rails required. Subframes may be joined under car. If connector protrudes through floor, floor must be completely welded to connector. Stock front /rear subframes must remain stock, unaltered, and in stock location
5: TIRES & WHEELS Tires: Any tire allowed Wheels: Spindle mount wheels prohibited
6: INTERIOR Must maintain stock appearance; including factory OEM dashboard, headliner & steering column cover. Heater/air conditioners/radio may be removed CARPET: Floor and tunnel where visible must be upholstered or carpeted. Headliner required SEATS: Upholstered OEM or aftermarket upholstered seats in stock location are required. Passenger seat may be removed for weight reduction not permanently. Rear seat may be a finished rear seat delete DOOR PANELS: Stock door panels
7: BODY OEM steel (fiberglass/composite if OEM equipped) body shell required. Aftermarket body parts are permitted. Hood is required, may be made of lightweight material. Any rear wing permitted. OEM safety glass windows required & must be functional. Lexan / Proglass prohibited FIREWALL: Stock, unaltered firewall required
8: ELECTRONICS Trans brake, 2 step, and aftermarket ECU permitted.
any questions you may have you can contact Jake or I here on SVTPERFORMANCE We will post up hotel info, the awards and giveaways soon as we are both trying to get all the vendors nailed down
THANKS EVERYONE ........JIM
All the rules remain the same,
Class Description Terminator / GT500 Shootout is for OEM chassis (VIN verified) '03-'04 Cobra and '07-'14 GT500 stock appearing vehicles using a Ford modular 4.6 or 5.4 V-8 (4v) based engines only. Qualifying Information Ladder Type & Tree: All Run, NHRA Pro .400 tree, Heads-Up
1: ENGINE Engine must be a Modular 4.6/5.4 based V-8 Ford engine. Internal modifications are permitted COOLING SYSTEM Entire cooling system must be contained within the engine compartment. Engine fluid must pass through a radiator and be functional. OEM production-style or aftermarket radiator is required and must be mounted in stock location. Stock core support is required. EXHAUST Any header size / tubing permitted. Exhaust must exit underneath vehicle after mid-pipe, no fender or side exit exhaust in front of door. FUEL-DELIVERY SYSTEM : OEM or aftermarket tank in stock location or behind passenger compartment FUEL:All fuels permitted including ethanol NITROUS OXIDE\SUPERCHARGER\TURBOCHARGER: Any power adder or combination of power adders permitted (nitrous oxide, supercharger, or turbocharger or a combination) Meth injection ok OILING SYSTEM: Wet sump systems only INTAKE MANIFOLD: Intake manifold and piping must be contained forward of the firewall. No air intake coolers in passenger compartment
2: DRIVETRAIN REAREND: OEM or Bolt in 8.8 or 9 inch TRANSMISSION: Any automatic or manual transmission permitted
3: BRAKES & SUSPENSION FRONT SUSPENSION: K-MEMBERS: Aftermarket K-Members permitted, but must attach to the chassis using only the original factory OEM type mounting bolts in the factory mounting location. Engine must mount to k-member, no motor plates. No part of the K-member may be permanently attached to the chassis. K-member may be modified in oil pan area to allow oil pan enlargement or removal. CONTROL ARMS: OEM or tubular stock type control arms required which must be attached in stock location SHOCKS/STRUTS/SPRINGS: OEM or aftermarket shocks/struts/springs permitted. May use coil overs in front REAR SUSPENSION: STOCK TYPE SUSPENSION: Stock type suspension may utilize aftermarket, direct replacement type suspension components including aftermarket replacement shocks, springs, coil overs and/or control arms. All stock type 3-link and 4- link suspensions must maintain stock lateral angles and attachment points, but may be moved up or down on rear axle. Aftermarket torque arms permitted. CONTROL ARMS: Replacement aftermarket OEM style upper and lower control arms permitted. Control arms may use any type bushing, bearing, or rod end. Control arms may be adjustable to any length PANHARD BARS: Panhard bars permitted to control lateral movement of rearend housing. Panhard bars must be located aft of rearend housing, and control only lateral rearend movement. Panhard bars may be welded SWAY BARS: Aftermarket or factory sway bars permitted. Aftermarket sway bars may be welded to both chassis and rearend housing TORQUE ARMS: Permitted WHEELIE BARS: Prohibited
4: FRAME Stock, unaltered frame rails required. Subframes may be joined under car. If connector protrudes through floor, floor must be completely welded to connector. Stock front /rear subframes must remain stock, unaltered, and in stock location
5: TIRES & WHEELS Tires: Any tire allowed Wheels: Spindle mount wheels prohibited
6: INTERIOR Must maintain stock appearance; including factory OEM dashboard, headliner & steering column cover. Heater/air conditioners/radio may be removed CARPET: Floor and tunnel where visible must be upholstered or carpeted. Headliner required SEATS: Upholstered OEM or aftermarket upholstered seats in stock location are required. Passenger seat may be removed for weight reduction not permanently. Rear seat may be a finished rear seat delete DOOR PANELS: Stock door panels
7: BODY OEM steel (fiberglass/composite if OEM equipped) body shell required. Aftermarket body parts are permitted. Hood is required, may be made of lightweight material. Any rear wing permitted. OEM safety glass windows required & must be functional. Lexan / Proglass prohibited FIREWALL: Stock, unaltered firewall required
8: ELECTRONICS Trans brake, 2 step, and aftermarket ECU permitted.
any questions you may have you can contact Jake or I here on SVTPERFORMANCE We will post up hotel info, the awards and giveaways soon as we are both trying to get all the vendors nailed down
THANKS EVERYONE ........JIM
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