Wanted a smoother start than ripping the tires off and losing the chance to gain speed. Also with the Gear he decided to run it was best to get him up to 40mph before he started to pedal it. You can hear it at the end of the vid when he hits 2nd the tires break wide open.
I know to go over 150mph you need a cage…I think the fire supression system is up over 185. But those are just guesses based on looking at some of the cars and their times.
Looks like they will be updating the vehicle classes and preparing your vehicle sections shortly. There appear to be more runs this year, but I don’t know if my cousins are participating in them as the camaro is getting ready to have the road course motor and trans swapped in.
The first 8th mile has a slight bend in it then its straight away and by racing guidelines they have to have a suitable shut down lane. However if you are going over 176mph I think it is mandatory you have a functioning parachute but I would have to check in on the facts.