It is our belief and focus that all the vehicles competing directly resemble as closely as reasonably possible the "gas class" vehicles of the mid 60's - the so called
"Gasser Wars" relived.
 
Geezer Gassers Guidelines & Directives

These guidelines are presented as the basis and foundation for the group and our motto" Drag Racing The Old Way". It is our belief and focus that all the vehicles competing directly resemble as closely as reasonably possible the gas class vehicles of the mid 60's - the so called "Gasser Wars" relived. Anything that makes a vehicle look or act like current generation "bracket car" is cause for immediate disqualification from participation. All decisions made by the technical staff relating to appearance and safety are final. Our focus is safety, entertainment, putting on a good show and having fun. Competitive spirit is welcome, bad attitudes are not. These rules are subject to change and interpretation by the Geezer Gassers technical team. All decisions are final.

  1. SAFETY
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    2. All vehicles will be required to meet the safety criteria of the sanctioning body or host track affiliation i.e. NHRA, IHRA, Goodguys VDRA.
    3. Chassis certifications are encouraged for all vehicles, but not required.
    4. Track or sanctioning body technical inspectors have the final word.
    5. You must gave at least one working red rear taillight
    6. Wheelie Bar(s) REQUIRED on any vehicle that is capable of pulling the front wheels 12 inches or more on launch or when shifting gears.
    7. All vehicles are required to have in place a non SFI lower engine containment device or a SFI lower engine containment device.
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  2. ELECTRONICS
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    2. Absolutely NO electronic engine, transmission, or power train controls are permitted in competition.
    3. This includes but not limited to:
      1. Delay boxes
      2. Throttle Stops
      3. Crossover boxes
      4. Data recorders/monitors/playback systems
      5. Traction control/monitors/regulators
      6. Infrared starting line systems
      7. Air Shifters
    4. Exceptions to the rule are:
      1. Line locks
      2. Trans brakes
      3. Rev limiter/Playback tachometers/Ignition boxes
        1. Rev limiters can be used only as engine protection. They are not to be used for launch or start line process.
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  3. BODY TYPES & Suspension
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    2. All body type must be based on a 1952 or earlier year of production.
      1. Fiberglass reproduction of complete bodies as well as components are permitted
    3. All bodies must retain the appearance of the original.
    4. No body enhancements or aerodynamic improvements are permitted
    5. This will include but not limited to:
      1. Raised quarter panes or rear fenders
      2. Wings or airfoil spoilers
      3. Pro stock or snorkel type hood scoops
    6. Period type/correct paint schemes are required
    7. No present day graphics or schemes are permitted.
    8. Primer is OK - any color or tinting
    9. Any lettering - driver identification, sponsorship, nicknames must be in good taste - permanent paint or vinyl lettering is acceptable.
    10. Front suspension - straight axle front ends, suspension of the '60's a must.
    11. Rear suspension - parallel leaf springs, transverse leaf springs, coil overs and ladder bars are acceptable. 4-link suspension will be considered on individual competition basis.
    12. No full tub/round tube chassis vehicles allowed
    13. Wheels from the period are the only ones accepted i.e. aluminum slots, Cragars, Halibrands, painted steel wheels are the first choice. Absolutely no late generation billet or spun aluminum wheels i.e. Centerlines, Welds

      Incorrect wheel examples

      Not period correct wheel example Not period correct wheel example

    14. Rear tires cannot be wider than 12" (tread width) and no larger than 32" tall (diameter)
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  4. POWER TRAIN
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    2. This is a "GAS" class, therefore ABSOLUTELY NO ALCOHOL, NITROMETHANE, or other exotic type fuels or additives are permitted. NO NITROUS OXIDE IS ALLOWED.
    3. Engines are permitted, any OEM or after market iron or aluminum cylinder head.
    4. Superchargers are restricted to Roots type only, no larger than 8:71. No screw, Whipple or centrifugal type.
    5. No exhaust driven turbochargers.
    6. Any OEM or after market iron or aluminum intake is permitted. Carburetor or mechanical fuel injection may be used for fuel delivery alone or with supercharger.
    7. Any transmission may be used to include full automatic, stick shift or manual, clutch flite or hydromatic.
    8. Any ignition type i.e. magneto, points, transistorized or MSD.
    9. Car will have to be self starting (no remote battery carts or starters) and will have to drive under it's own power from the pits to the staging lanes. After the pass down the track, the car must drive under it's own power down the return road to return to the pit area.

Last revised 3/01/08