Sixteen minute promo from the 2 hour and 8 minute full length video available through Jim Amos' Bee On Video. Click here to order. Fuel blocks acceptable. Pro Stock was officially introduced as an NHRA national event eliminator at 1970 Winternationals as the ultimate manufacturer vs. manufacturer battleground, and the first race did not disappoint. The cars have come a long way since their debut at the 1970 Winternationals. FUEL SYSIEM: Stock type fuel tank must be used. An inline formatting menu will show up when you select text. There have been 51 NHRA Pro Stock season championships awarded since the first, which was won in 1970 by Ronnie Sox. Nothing defaults to paragraph. The National Hot Rod Association Pro Stock class emerged from the production-based Super Stock in 1970 with a more liberal set of rules and an absence of handicaps. Only 19 drivers have won NHRA Pro Stock season titles. One class of competition for non-supercharged cars. Transmission must remain in conventional location, determined by engine used. Acid dipped bodies or body parts are not permitted. For a bulk-order form (10 or more copies), contact NHRA Membership Services: [email protected]. Hood must be stock size, cowl section may be molded to hood. When Pro Stock was first introduced in 1971, the class was conducted on a pounds per cubic inch basis. Carburetion is limited to two 4-bbl. REAR END: Stock type rear end required. Trunks must then be completely isolated from the driver’s and passenger compartment with a suitable firewall of flameproof material. He sold his race car and its trusty ramp truck hauler. Maximum allowable weight on rear wheels is 55 percent of total car weight. There is not a LOT of drag racing material out there in general, so acquiring this soft-cover pictorial of the class from 1970-2019, is a MUST for true drag racing fans. The Fords built using the new rules had weight breaks in mind and soon disappeared after the ruled were changed. The Chicagoland Pro Stock rules allowed racers to race at US 30 in Gary, Oswego and even the UDRA circuit. STREET EQUIPMENTAny street equipment which does not affect the external appearance of the car may be removed, except head and tail lights and fan. https://www.nhra.com/news/2020/50-years-pro-stock-salute-look-back-1970-nhra-pro-stock-rules Pro Stock gave Sox a chance to return to the glory days of the A/FX match races of the mid-1960s, and his four-speed wizardry was never better. UPHOLSTERYFull interior trim must be retained equivalent to factory specifications. Pro Stock is seen as a blend of high performance and brand identification, an outgrowth of the production based Stock classes, with fewer rules. American automotive carburetors with any internal modification. Roll bars mandatory; roll cages optional. Rules initially favored big block V8s with Chrysler Hemi engine powered cars winning the World title the first two years. WHEELBASEAll cars must retain stock wheelbase, length and tread width for car body used. The NHRA attempted to balance the playing field for 1972 and introduced rules allowing for small cubic inch V8, compact cars carrying favorable weight. He was one of Pro Stock’s superstars in the late 1970s and early ‘80s, winning 11 NHRA national events and having his name mentioned in the same breath as Bob Glidden, Reher-Morrison-Shepherd and the other icons of the class for a few of those years. DESIGNATIONP, preceded by car number.Class P – 7.00 or more lbs. For 1970, Chrysler shifted promotion to their … The NHRA officially recognized Pro Stock as a professional eliminator in 1970 where it was slotted below Top Fuel and Funny Car, just as it is configured today. The tank must be vented to the outside of the body. PARACHUTE: Required. Outlets for open exhausts cannot exceed 4 inches in diameter. Sports Cars, Sedan Deliveries and Trucks not permitted in this class. The cars have come a long way since their debut at the 1970 Winternationals. CLASS REQUIREMENTSCars competing in Pro Stock Eliminator must observe the same requirements as Modified Production cars with the following exceptions. The use of fiberglass or other lightweight components is restricted to hood, front fenders, splash pans, and rear deck lid, however, they must be exact duplicates of stock components replaced. Hit tab to get into that menu. The trunk must then be completely separated from the driver’s compartment with a firewall of flameproof material. Who will be NHRA's next first-time Pro national event winner? The history of the Pro Stock class is being celebrated by NHRA in 2020 with a 50 Years of Pro Stock salute. NHRA Accepted Products: Rules: Stock Car Classification: Tech Support Contacts: Chassis Inspector: Contingency Award Rules & Policies: Sponsor Listing & Contact Information: ... Jr Street Rules Section of NHRA Rulebook. It was this factoring by NHRA that would lead directly to the development of the vehicle known as the ‘Taxi’. And about that Buick: Line’s 1970 Buick Gran Sport has a 455-cubic-inch Stage 1 engine, with a Quadrajet carburetor and stock Buick heads and manifold, per NHRA Stock Eliminator rules. PRO STOCK ELIMINATORReserved for American built cars with American automobile engines with a wheelbase of 97 inches or more. Rear tire tread may not exceed two inches outside the rear fenders and rear fenders must retain the original contours. You may navigate to these using the arrow keys inside of the editor and delete them with the delete or backspace key. Those early 1970-‘75 local and regional level Pro Stock rules were very liberal. Then, with so many top drivers wanting a 'no break out' class, Pro Stock was invented that required cars to weigh at least 7 lbs for each cubic of engine displacement with wheels, engine, and driver seating in the stock location. One of the key parts of these rules is the factoring numbers that are near the top of the rules. Below lie the complete set of rules for Pro Stock Eliminator in the year 1974. From there you will be able to pick one style. NHRA and AHRA established heads-up racing as an Eliminator class in 1970; NHRA called it Pro Stock while AHRA called it Super Stock.” The new Pro Stock rules were simple: carburetors only, gasoline was the fuel, 7 pounds per cubic inch displacement (CID). Some of the racers who built 1970 Mustangs were Don Nicholson, Bob Glidden, and the Marriott Brothers. Built around a sophisticated tube chassis and four-link rear suspension, Pro Stock cars must conform to precise measurements and weigh no less than 2,350 pounds. https://www.nhra.com/news/2020/50-years-pro-stock-salute-look-back-1970-nhra-pro-stock-rules. It seems probable that from next year NHRA's struggling Pro Stock category will no longer be part of the full 24-race schedule. He won three of the seven NHRA races in 1970 with victories at the Springnationals, World Finals, and SuperNationals. The 1970 season was, by many accounts, one of the most important in NHRA history. No plexiglass or other lightweight components. A high-level summary of the history of the Pro Stock class, mostly with pictures but with significant milestones and achievements noted. Full floating units are recommended. NHRA Members, call 1-800-308-6472 to receive a 30 percent discount. 1970: The '70 NHRA Super Season kicks off at the Winternationals with an all-new Pro Stock class that requires a gas engine, a stock chassis, and a … The NHRA Stock Car Classification Guide is used to position a vehicle in its proper class. A Dodge guy through and through, Alan Prusiensky has big goals for 2021 season, Josh Hart ready to make long-awaited Top Fuel debut this weekend in Gainesville, Pro Stock rookie Dallas Glenn has a golden opportunity and he's determined to make the most of it, Justin Ashley has sights on bigger goals in 2021 after standout rookie year, Preseason testing squad goals: Regaining a rhythm and shaking off the rust, Antron Brown and team looking to carry 2020 momentum into new season, John Force Racing ready for season-opening Amalie Motor Oil Gatornationals, Leah Pruett ready to ride wave of enthusiasm into 2021 season opener, Checking in with Kalitta Motorsports on the eve of preseason testing, Mardi Gras special: How to bake a King Cake, with Top Fuel star Antron Brown, Leah Pruett talks offseason, Tony Stewart, Drag Pak, and more of WFO Radio, A dream come true: Ray Kelley's flame-filled fun driving a jet dragster, Tough Texan Christopher Dodd prepares to defend Super Comp world title, Stock champ Jody Lang recalls memorable 2020 season, readies for title defense, After making history in 2020, Pro Stock's Erica Enders now starts 'Drive for 5', Paul Lee tunes up for 2021 season with continued assistance from Rahn Tobler, Reigning Funny Car world champ Matt Hagan determined to show no let-up in 2021, Catch up on the latest NHRA news and views on the WFO Radio Podcast, Mike Salinas and the Scrappers team prepare for their return to competition, Tasca team hard at work preparing for launch of 2021 Funny Car season, The dream continues as Lex Joon and team ramp up for 2021 Top Fuel season, Building (and mounting) better bodies at Cruz Pedregon Racing's shop, Anthony Bertozzi preparing to begin Top Dragster title defense in Orlando, The art of the Pro Stock burndown with Erica Enders and Matt Hartford, How Cold Hard Art's Tom Patsis created special Camping World champions trophies, Mike Green ready to help take Justin Ashley to the next level in Top Fuel, 50 Years of Pro Stock salute: A look back at the 1970 NHRA Pro Stock rules, CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE 2020 RULEBOOK E-BOOK. Class is determined by total car weight divided by total cubic inches engine displacement with a minimum of 2,700 pounds. It's no secret that NHRA Pro Stock as we know it is sick and might not last as a class. Push starts not permitted. Any internal modifications permitted. Pro Stock was basically an outgrowth of the Super Stock class yet it featured a less stringent set of rules and no handicaps. © Copyright 1996-2021, NHRA. Bucket seats may replace stock seats (two required) only if they are fully upholstered and full size American automotive seats. Tailpipes and or mufflers optional. 1970 season, which set the stage for the high points of Sox's career. If you want to get involved, click one of these buttons. Accessory tank (s) not permitted. 1970: NHRA adopts and renames the Pro Stock class, slotting it beneath the Top Fuel and Funny Car in their hierarchy. Pro Stock cars have come a long way since their debut at the 1970 Winternationals. Lift-off hoods and deck lid permitted. The NHRA needed this thunder in the media, and swallowing their "NIH" (not invented here) pride decided to adopt a mountain motor variatuib of Pro Stock in 1982. Or four 2-bbl. Jr Street Rules Section of NHRA Rulebook ; Hot Rod Heritage Racing Series Rulebook. Lombardo realized that his balance sheet couldn’t support the change to 500” big-block equipment. Enjoy. HOOD SCOOPPermitted however hood scoops other than ones produced as factory equipment for the specific model and year of car may not extend more than 7 inches above the height of the original hood’s surface, as measured from the base of the hood scoop. EXHAUST SYSTEMOpen exhaust with headers permitted. Minimum wheelbase length 97 inches. Product identification decals not permitted on any front door window or windshield. The disappearance of this rule, the reason why I have not been able to find, led to some of the neatest cars ever built for Pro Stock. Bodies had to be ‘67 or newer and for US 30 and Oswego, Pro Stock weight was 2700 lbs. SUSPENSIONStock front suspension for the car body used must be retained. It was heads up racing, first car to the stripe wins. Original steel body shell must be retained. It looks like you're new here. 1970 was the first year Pro Stock became a Professional Category within the National Hot Rod Association and we have a short clip where we talk about the cars that entered the 1970 Winternationals.We also discuss the NHRA rules package for 1970 and show some examples of the cars that were being used in the category.Buddy Martin Dyno Don Nicholson had Don Hardy of Floydada, Texas, build his 1970 … The first world championship titles in Pro Stock, from 1970-1973, were awarded by way of who claimed victory at the World Finals. Clicking on a link will allow you to either download the file to your hard drive or to open the file in your spreadsheet program. The fan response to these races was huge, making the sanctioning bodies take notice. CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE 2020 RULEBOOK E-BOOK | PDF VERSION. The NHRA decided they’d had their fill of the pounds-per-cubic-inch format which had defined the Pro Stock division since its inception in 1970. The history of the Pro Stock class is being celebrated by NHRA in 2020 with a 50 Years of Pro Stock salute. Body engine, drive train, chassis, etc., may not be altered, modified or relocated, except as outlined in Class Requirements. WINDSHIELD/WINDOWSFull safety glass required. To edit a paragraph's style, hit tab to get to the paragraph menu. TIRESSlicks permitted. RADIATOR: Full size stock radiator in stock front location with stock-type water Pump required. [1] Rules initially favored big block V8s with Chrysler Hemi engine powered cars winning the World title the first two years. During the height of the Pro Stock class in the 70’s, Firebird played host to quite a variety of events featuring the popular category. The continual factoring of the leading Chevrolet and Ford combinations had proven aggravating at best, and controversial to say the least. Rich Text Editor. Most of the early Pro Stocks were made from real cars. Here's a look at the very first Pro Stock rules, as printed in the 1970 NHRA Rulebook. Yet today, Frank Iaconio might best be remembered for something he didn’t win – the 1983 NHRA World Championship. All windshields and windows must be clear, except for factory tinted safety glass. NHRA turned the Pro/Stock game upside-down when it announced the 1982, 500” rules package. lf the gas tank filler neck is moved into the trunk, the tank must have a pressure cap. Long revered by both the NHRA class racer and those who competed in bracket racing during the day, Pro Stock was … Dashboard exterior appearance must be retained. Some elements, such as rich link embeds, images, loading indicators, and error messages may get inserted into the editor. If filler neck is relocated into trunk the tank must have a pressure cap and tank must be vented to the outside of the body. Race coverage BODYMust be 1968 or later model/year American factory-produced passenger car. Here's a look at the very first Pro Stock rules, as printed in the 1970 NHRA Rulebook. All logos and images are reserved. For those desiring a hard copy of the Rulebook in the familiar pocket-friendly size, you can purchase one at the wallet-friendly price of $10. Any under hood modification, other than firewall alteration necessary for engine installation, will be allowed. On his 60th birthday, Greg Anderson is on the verge of becoming Pro Stock's all-time wins leader after claiming his 95th career title at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals. per cubic inch. All scoops must be finished and painted to follow the body paint scheme and must be part of the hood. TRANSMISSIONAny stock-type transmission acceptable. Below on this page, you will find all years and makes in the NHRA Stock Car Classification Guide. The National Hot Rod Association Pro Stock class emerged from the production-based Super Stock in 1970 with a more liberal set of rules and an absence of handicaps. Larry made the difficult yet logical decision to abandon Pro/Stock racing as an independent. ENGINESEngine must be of 1965 or later manufacture and must be same make as car. Who's next? For 1970, Chrysler shifted promotion to their newer body styles, and Bill received this car. Driving the Dart in 1970, Bagshaw was runner-up at the March Meet, won Pro Stock at Fremont on May 3, and won the NHRA Division 7 WCS Points meet on June 27, while setting the Pro Stock … Windows must be closed; windows need not be operative. WEIGHTWeighing required of all cars to determine classification.