2009 DRAG RACING FUN DAY at Heathcote Park RaceWay

[SirGeo]

It's a been a full year since the last Drag Racing Fun day, so it's time to hold it again.

USMuscle.com.au, Aus-Den Aust Pty and ‘Triple R Waste Management’ are proud to be sponsoring the 2009 DRAG RACING FUN DAY at Heathcote Park RaceWay (VIC).

This year it is being held on Saturday the 1st of August 2009, like last year if you are thinking of entering you need to get in quick as spots are limited to the first 100, so all entrants get plenty of runs.

So fill out your entry forms and send them in ASAP!

Steve.

DOWNLOAD YOUR ENTRY FORM HERE (http://www.usmuscle.com.au/images/DDay2009/Entry%20Form%20%20for%20drag%20day%202009.doc)
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DOWNLOAD YOUR ENTRY FORM HERE (http://www.usmuscle.com.au/images/DDay2009/Entry%20Form%20%20for%20drag%20day%202009.doc)
*Click the link and choose download.

[Tuff39]

Great I will be there... Great flyer btw....lol Jokes.... Flyer courtesy of me!

[RAW454]

Only just spotted this... I'm a quartermile virgin (in a car - did a 10.6 on my GSX-R600) and my rig is pretty mild compared to many, but I like the "FUN" bit of it.

Reckon worth a crack & won't embarrass myself if run pox times? Entires still available? Anyone else? (JJ - I'm lookin at you buddy...)

[SirGeo]

Yeah it's all about having a good time, not every car is quick there.. My wife runs her 39 :p (TUFF39 above)

It's more about getting together having a look at a few other cars, muscle and Rods, and it's a great family day too..

And last I heard i think there were a few more spots available...

[RAW454]

I'm getting pretty damn excited about popping my quartermile cherry at this & was just flicking through the Heathcote website, where I noticed it says you need a three-point seat belt at a minimum. http://www.heathcoteraceway.com.au/test_tune_info.shtml


I only have a lap-sash belt (legal for '67), does this mean I'm out? :( Surely there are other oldies attending that only have lap belts? Pleeeease??

PS - I sent Heathcote an email asking if can EFT instead of cheque, but no response. Hope don't miss out (If allowed anyway...)

[SirGeo]

I'm getting pretty damn excited about popping my quartermile cherry at this & was just flicking through the Heathcote website, where I noticed it says you need a three-point seat belt at a minimum. http://www.heathcoteraceway.com.au/test_tune_info.shtml


I only have a lap-sash belt (legal for '67), does this mean I'm out? :( Surely there are other oldies attending that only have lap belts? Pleeeease??

PS - I sent Heathcote an email asking if can EFT instead of cheque, but no response. Hope don't miss out (If allowed anyway...)


Try get in contact with Noel, his contact details should be on the entry form.. i'm sure he can let you know...

[WILD68]

I'm getting pretty damn excited about popping my quartermile cherry at this & was just flicking through the Heathcote website, where I noticed it says you need a three-point seat belt at a minimum. http://www.heathcoteraceway.com.au/test_tune_info.shtml


I only have a lap-sash belt (legal for '67), does this mean I'm out? :( Surely there are other oldies attending that only have lap belts? Pleeeease??

PS - I sent Heathcote an email asking if can EFT instead of cheque, but no response. Hope don't miss out (If allowed anyway...)

Hey Deano,
Just get a cheap harness and bolt it in using the front and rear original seatbelt bolts..
easy and theyre only about $145.00 for a RCI latch style,
Thats what i did anyway.:)

[RAW454]

Just get a cheap harness .. Thats what i did anyway.:)
Ta Jamie, Was that out of necessity for the rules? Or for safety coz you're a regular 'stripper'? ;)

This is pretty much a one-off for me, so an extra $150 & stuffing around (no rear seat belt bolts) is an option, but not ideal. Unless anyone wants a 'used-once-only' setup afterwards :D

Or would these kinda cheapies get me out of trouble / fit OK?
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/RACING-HARNESS-3-POINT-UNIVERSAL-SAFETY-SEAT-BELT-BLACK_W0QQitemZ120436167943
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/MITSUBISHI-LANCER-RALLIART-EVO-4POINT-HARNESS-SEAT-BELT_W0QQitemZ370218417483

[67cammy]

Deano,
I'll help you out and Buy the RCI ones off you afterwards. I'll need them one day anyway. I wouldn't be interested in the cheapies though. I'll give you whatever it costs you so it's like a freebee really

[RAW454]

I'll help you out and Buy the RCI ones off you afterwards.

What a bloke! Cheers Dave! Pick out whatever ones you want & PM me to hook it up / discuss further. Cheers!! :D

[67cammy]

What a bloke! Cheers Dave! Pick out whatever ones you want & PM me to hook it up / discuss further. Cheers!! :D

Hey Deano, I've had no luck looking on the net for them. If you can just get the one Jamie was talking about that will be fine. Around $150 will be ok. Either in black or red.

[RAW454]

Hey Deano, I've had no luck looking on the net for them. If you can just get the one Jamie was talking about that will be fine. Around $150 will be ok. Either in black or red.
Dave, do you like this style? http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=300324639790
Coz I just bought TWO (only listed last night) for $110! :D For your 'goodblokedness' supporting me with this, you can have one of them for $55 delivered and I'll just keep the other for the future. Sound good? :) Happy to keep both or offer one elsewhere if not.. ahem..

Sorry this thread has kinda turned from "Come to the drags!" into "Find me a belt!" :rolleyes:

[67cammy]

Dave, do you like this style? http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=300324639790
Coz I just bought TWO (only listed last night) for $110! :D For your 'goodblokedness' supporting me with this, you can have one of them for $55 delivered and I'll just keep the other for the future. Sound good? :)

Sounds EXCELLENT! Good find. And what about the timing! PM me your bank details and I'll sort it out today. Let us know how the installation goes with them.
Cheers Deano :D

[RAW454]

Sorry this thread has kinda turned from "Come to the drags!" into "Find me a belt!" :rolleyes:
Yes, yes, would like to get off this topic, but for anyone else intersted in coming, standard 2-POINT LAP BELTS ARE PERMITTED!!!

After a week of trying to get though to the Heathcote guys, I just now finally made contact & got confirmation that standard belts are OK :rolleyes: Obviously the harness I just bought is a smart move though ;)

Steve/Others
- Just an FYI that "Noel's" number on the entry form seems inactive (& not much response to the email on Heathcote site). I eventually got "Russell" via "Jacqui's" number - 0439 564 965. Freindly guy, but flying solo & under the pump, so be gentle :)

[TUFF68]

Yes, yes, would like to get off this topic, but for anyone else intersted in coming, standard 2-POINT LAP BELTS ARE PERMITTED!!!

After a week of trying to get though to the Heathcote guys, I just now finally made contact & got confirmation that standard belts are OK :rolleyes: Obviously the harness I just bought is a smart move though ;)

Interesting point there that Heathcote allow standard 2 point lap belts. Is this event an ANDRA sanctioned event ? As we are not allowed to run 2 point lap belts at any events at the Perth Motorplex.

[Nev68]

Deano,
I'll help you out and Buy the RCI ones off you afterwards. I'll need them one day anyway. I wouldn't be interested in the cheapies though. I'll give you whatever it costs you so it's like a freebee really

Dave,
If AIR ever opens up again I'll need a set of these belts too as I only have the lap belt.
Would I be too optimistic if I bought belts now?

Nev

[RAW454]

Interesting point there that Heathcote allow standard 2 point lap belts. Is this event an ANDRA sanctioned event ? As we are not allowed to run 2 point lap belts at any events at the Perth Motorplex.
Maybe a rule-bend, or I was mistaken. So lets pretend I said nothing :o Will fit harness anyhoo... The rules on the Heathcote website are clear.

[67cammy]

Dave,
If AIR ever opens up again I'll need a set of these belts too as I only have the lap belt.
Would I be too optimistic if I bought belts now?

Nev

Nev,
It's hard to say. How many times have we been told things are going to start happening and then get nothing. Your guess is as good as mine.
I'm getting a set off Deano coz I won't be waiting around. I want to make the trip to an eighth mile track somewhere. Possibly Mildura. Barmera is still trying to get a quarter mile track going and I found out they have eighth mile events on the Waikerie air strip! I never knew that. I feel that if I leave things till a strip gets going here I'll be too old. Seriously!:(

[TUFF68]

Dave,
If AIR ever opens up again I'll need a set of these belts too as I only have the lap belt.
Would I be too optimistic if I bought belts now?

Nev

Nev, i would advise not getting harness's until you actually need them. They are date coded and need to be replaced after a certain period of time whether you use them or not.

[Nev68]

Nev, i would advise not getting harness's until you actually need them. They are date coded and need to be replaced after a certain period of time whether you use them or not.

Thanks for the tip.
How long are they useable for?

Nev

[TUFF68]

Thanks for the tip.
How long are they useable for?

Nev

Nev, i looked it up in the ANDRA rule book last night and it seems i was only half right. Rule says you need to change the harnesses every 3 years only if you run quicker than 150mph.

[OldsmobilesDownUnder.com]

Go to - http://www.heathcoteraceway.com.au/scrutineering.shtml

for requirements to be able to race ... it's along drive to be knocked back

[67cammy]

Go to - http://www.heathcoteraceway.com.au/scrutineering.shtml

for requirements to be able to race ... it's along drive to be knocked back

Do these rules apply only to Heathcote or are they the same everywhere. I notice you need a cage if running quicker than 10.0. I thought it was anything quicker than 11.0 you needed a cage or has that all changed now. Also the Heathcote site says you don't need a harness until you get to 10.99?

[Nev68]

Do these rules apply only to Heathcote or are they the same everywhere. I notice you need a cage if running quicker than 10.0. I thought it was anything quicker than 11.0 you needed a cage or has that all changed now. Also you don't need a harness until you get to 10.99.

Dave,
AIR rules on seatbelts below:

Seat Belts / Harnesses:
Vehicles running 11.99 or slower require a minimum quick release 3 point lap sash seatbelt complying with the current Australian Standard.

Vehicles running 11.98 sec or 110 mph or quicker require a minimum quick release 4 point harness complying with the current Australian Standard.

Any vehicle running between 130 mph or quicker requires a 5 point harness incorporating a crutch strap.


Nev

[OldsmobilesDownUnder.com]

67cammy - I'm not sure ... I can only recommend you ask them.

nev68 - I noticed they state - 150mph must have a single parachute !

What if you don't realise you have a 150mph car 'til it runs down the quarter ? LOL ... bang !

i am interested to see the difference in time for premium vs LPG on dual fuel...

it's gunna be fun :)

[RAW454]

So back to the actual event - Who else is coming guys?

Is next Saturday... May still be able to sneak an entries in...?

[cluxford]

On a plane to London :(

[SirGeo]

I'll be there... :p

[TUFF68]

and don't forget your camera, we need to see plenty of pics :)

[RAW454]

and don't forget your camera, we need to see plenty of pics :)Haha.. way ahead of you Marty. Already been onto my techno-guru mate about fitting up some pencil-cams etc ;) Just not sure where to mount them..

Oh, any tips for the strip appreciated too, as I've never been down the quarter on 4 wheels, just my racebike (10.6sec).

[blackoutsteve]

It's on a Saturday. :( Damn!

[TUFF68]

Oh, any tips for the strip appreciated too, as I've never been down the quarter on 4 wheels, just my racebike (10.6sec).
Are you going to use slicks/drag radials Deano, or leaving the street tyres on ?

[RAW454]

Are you going to use slicks/drag radials Deano, or leaving the street tyres on ?
Yeah mate. Just my 275/60 street radials. So prob just going to wheelspin my way to a low/mid-15, but don't care coz my car's no drag weapon, just a mild cruiser.. but I want a 'base' 1/4 mile time & dyno figure before start hooking into the engine upgrades (sometime in 2014 the way it's going :rolleyes:).

Will drop pressures to mid 20s & try variations up doing the run in '3' vs going through the gears (T350, std stally), and cross everything I have that nothing beaks so can drive the 2hrs home :D Just a bit of fun.

Steve - You work Saturday's I take it? Can't imagine you having time for a job other than the meticulous craftsmanship in your build thread.. :)

[TUFF68]

Is this the type of video footage your after Deano......
http://www.camaros.net/forums/showthread.php?t=162028
Looks like this guy mounted the camera on his roll cage which does'nt help you. I've seen camera guy's mount cameras to the windscreen and rear window using suction caps, not sure if they have this type of setup for a pencil cam though. I'm thinking about doing something silmilar for Powercruise and Motorvation as well...

[blackoutsteve]

Steve - You work Saturday's I take it? Can't imagine you having time for a job other than the meticulous craftsmanship in your build thread.. :)

Yep..
How do you think I can afford to pay for all that crap? :D (..and thanks for the big-head.:p )

Actually, I haven't worked the last 2 saturdays as the job I'm on is finishing up.. Maybe I will be able to go this weekend.

[blackoutsteve]

Hey, maybe I missed it, but what does spectator entry cost?

I'm assuming a "Buddy Pass" of $10 booked or $15 on the day is entry only with a racing entry.

[RAW454]

Is this the type of video footage your after Deano......
http://www.camaros.net/forums/showthread.php?t=162028 Yeah, kinda mate. Content won't look/sound as sweet as that though! :rolleyes: May need one pointing at a rear wheel so I can use evidence of wheelspin as an excuse for crapola times :D (Getting excited nerves thinking about it already! :o HA!)

[cluxford]

Dean, how'd you go, got any pics / video for us ?

[RAW454]

Dean, how'd you go, got any pics / video for us ?
Maybe in about 156 hours time. (Is not till this Saturday :D)

(Black) Steve - My understanding is $15 gate entry for spectators, not just those with an entrant. (SirGeo) Steve may prove me wrong...

[blackoutsteve]

Thanks. Just want to let some friends know how much. ;)

[hpheaven]

Hi All,
Make sure to come and see us at Heathcote this weekend to pre-order your copy of the EVENT DVD HPHeaven will producing.

For all quieres and further info contact us at:
www.hpheaven.com.au
or
info@hpheaven.com.au

[OldsmobilesDownUnder.com]

Hey All ... I'm spewin' I have something else on tomorrow now ... have a great day though and I hope to see some pics here !

[OldsmobilesDownUnder.com]

Just wondering

[SirGeo]

Was a great day, weather held, and there were plenty of cars out. No accidents for once as well :p

I'll get some pics up soon...

P.S. Good to finally meet you Dean, and well done on your times ;)

[SirGeo]

2 vids from the day.. getting the photo's up now...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ie3MhTqezss

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQd8yMtbaVY


(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ie3MhTqezss)

[USA-69Z]

Man , thats a sweet camaro ! sounds killer too!

[blackoutsteve]

What did it run? I couldn't read the clocks..

[USA-69Z]

put those fandangle goggles on steve! :p

p.s i cant read it either :(

[SirGeo]

it ran an 11.62@118.05

2417

2418



Rest of the Pics will be up soon..

[blackoutsteve]

Very nice.
I don't see a problem with traction from those huge meats, but 1.75sec 60fts shows it really needs more converter and/or gears.
Hey, isn't this car owned by a member here?

If I could bring myself to cut up perfectly good, original, rust-free sheetmetal, I'd be fitting rubber like that.. Looks Killer.

[SirGeo]

It's a friends, Steve (obviously a good name :p).. picked it up recently...

It's set up on the bottle, but didn't use it, he was just testing to see how it went on the day, i don't think he gave it 100%..

[hpheaven]

All the photos are up and can be viewed here.

http://www.hpheaven.com.au/
or
http://www.hpheaven.com.au/media.php?p=Car%20Images&gal=214

HPHeaven

[RAW454]

My vids & a few pix now here : http://www.usmuscle.com.au/Forum/showthread.php?t=3394