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Official Statements Released by NMRA Technical Department
Date: Friday, August 15

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HALFACRE SUSPENDED FOR FAILING TO COOPERATE WITH TEARDOWN

The NMRA Technical Committee has formally confirmed the decision of Promedia regarding the protest and teardown non-compliance infraction on Jarrett Halfacre’s Super Street Outlaw '93 Ford Mustang that occurred at the Nitto Tire NMRA Ford Nationals at Atco Raceway in Atco, NJ on August 09, 2008.

The NMRA’s Head Technical inspector was provided an Official Protest Letter against Mr. Halfacre’s vehicle. Upon inspection of the vehicle it was discovered to have what appeared to be a solenoid which may not be in compliance with the rule on page 58 of the 2008 NMRA Rulebook, where under NITROUS OXIDE, it reads in-part, "NITROUS OXIDE: If entry is entered as a non-nitrous entry, all solenoids, lines, fittings, and bottles must be removed prior to technical inspection and any competition runs.” And whereas the high pressure line apparently attached to said device was not verifiable due to containment area, and the high pressure line could not be 100% verified that it did not connect to the engine or induction system which could violate the rule on page 58 of the 2008 NMRA Rulebook, where under NITROUS OXIDE, it reads in part, “Nitrous oxide may not be used in conjunction with any other power adder.” And page 56 where under Class Overview it reads in part “Super Street Outlaw is designed for single power adder ……Fox and/or Mustang-based vehicles.”

Upon finding what appeared to be a solenoid of some sort, along with high-pressure lines that could not be verified, Mr. Halfacre was asked to disassemble the vehicle further for inspection. Mr. Halfacre was non compliant in any further technical inspection. Once Mr. Halfacre refused further inspection he was informed of the options for further action. With this knowledge Mr. Halfacre denied any further inspection. This action is in direct violation of section B.5 TECH INSPECTION “During the initial tech procedure, the NMRA staff reserves the right to inspect any and every portion of the competing vehicle to ensure rules compliance, including teardowns, weight checks, P&G cubic-inch checks, etc. Do not enter your vehicle for competition if you are not prepared to prove the legality and compliance of your vehicle. During the running of the event, prior, during, or after the qualifying and/or eliminations the NMRA reserves the right to inspect, seal for inspection, and/or teardown any racer’s vehicle for any reason, or impound any vehicle and/or parts as deemed necessary.”

Therefore, the following penalties are imposed in addition to the disqualification, and removal of points from the Nitto Tire NMRA Ford Nationals event:

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Comments (0) - Post a Comment - Posted on Friday, August 15 @ 12:56 PM by NMRA Adam

Atco Event Announcement
Date: Wednesday, August 13

We regret to inform you that the 8th annual NITTO TIRE/NMRA Ford Nationals presented by Downs Ford Motorsports originally scheduled for August 8 -10, 2008 at Atco Raceway have been cancelled. The recent rainout coupled with very aggressive Atco Raceway, NMRA and NMCA schedules make it virtually impossible for the NMRA to return to Atco Raceway.

The Atco event will not be finished however, qualifying, round, records, tech and bonus points will be awarded to all registered competitors who attended the event. Any competitor who was not eliminated and does not wish to claim points for this event will be eligible for an $85.00 credit from NMRA as outlined on pages 48 & 49 of the 2008 NMRA Rule Book. Once the points are posted each competitor wishing to receive the credit voucher and decline their points must send a self addressed, stamped envelope along with the competitors name, class, car number, phone number and social security number to ProMedia Headquarters no later than September 15, 2008. (There is no need to send in your PARTICIPANT TICKET as we have your tech card on file). True Street was completed and no credit vouchers will be extended to this category.

Any bracket competitor at this event will be eligible for a $65.00 credit for Brackets I or II and $25.00 for Bracket III from NMRA. Each competitor wishing to receive the credit voucher for this event must send a self addressed, stamped envelope along with the competitors name, class, car number and social security number to ProMedia Headquarters no later than September 15, 2008. (There is no need to send in your PARTICIPANT TICKET as we have your tech card on file). These vouchers will be honored ant any NMRA event for a period of one year.

If you posses a gray NMRA multi day spectator/crew ticket from the event you are eligible for a partial credit and you may send the physical gray ticket to ProMedia Headquarters along with a self addressed, stamped envelope for a credit voucher. These tickets will also be accepted until September 15, 2008.

If you posses a yellow NMRA Sunday 1-day spectator ticket from the event you are eligible for a partial credit and you may send the physical yellow ticket to ProMedia Headquarters along with a self addressed, stamped envelope for a credit voucher. These tickets will also be accepted until September 15, 2008.

We understand that this situation is unfortunate and places a burden on just about everyone involved. The NMRA staff would like to personally thank all those who attended for their understanding and cooperation.

If you have any questions please con . . .


Comments (0) - Post a Comment - Posted on Wednesday, August 13 @ 5:55 PM by NMRA Adam

The announcement you've all been waiting for...
Date: Monday, August 11

Well, sort of. I have been asked to let everyone know that official word on how we'll handle the completion of the Atco event will come down on Wednesday. Keep an eye on this space for updates as the situation calls for them.

Comments (0) - Post a Comment - Posted on Monday, August 11 @ 12:53 PM by NMRAPaul

Stick a fork in it...
Date: Sunday, August 10



Unfortunately, the Atco event has been called - lightning can be pretty hard on a timing system, so they've pulled the plug just in case. As soon as I get more information, I'll pass it along.

Comments (0) - Post a Comment - Posted on Sunday, August 10 @ 2:34 PM by NMRAPaul

Atco Sunday Morning Update
Date: Sunday, August 10

It's 8:30 in the morning here at Atco Raceway and the sky is clear and the air is crisp. We're going to begin calling cars to the lanes in a bit and get underway at 9:00. If yesterday's performances were any indicator, there are going to be some hard-fought battles throughout the afternoon. Today should be a great day of racing!

Comments (0) - Post a Comment - Posted on Sunday, August 10 @ 8:36 AM by Donut