All vehicles that run down the drag strip are required to undergo a technical inspection

by the track’s Tech Inspectors. NHRA publishes an annual Rule Book that covers every classification and is used by West End Thunder’s Tech Inspectors. 

Additional track rules are published below.

These rules are designed to provide for the orderly conduct of racing events and to establish standards for such events. By entering and participating in an event, participants are deemed to understand and accept these rules. NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF

SAFETY SHALL RESULT FROM PUBLICATION OF THESE RULES OR COMPLIANCE WITH THESE RULES. They are intended as a guide for conduct of the sport and are in no way a guarantee against injury or death to a participant, spectator, or official.

These rules may be changed or amended by the management of West End Thunder.

THE TRACK MANAGER’S DECISION IS FINAL IN ALL CASES

The TRACK MANAGER shall be empowered to permit minor deviations from any of the specifications herein or impose any further restrictions that in his or her opinion does not alter minimum acceptable requirements. NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF SAFETY

SHALL RESULT FROM SUCH ALTERATION OF SPECIFICATION. Any interpretation or deviation of these rules is left to the discretion of the officials. Their decision is final and may not be protested in any manner.

1.0 Rules of Conduct

1.1 Vehicles participating in racing events must always appear presentable. Any vehicles bearing advertising or messages deemed

inappropriate by West End Thunder will be denied participation.

1.2 Any participant (including drivers, riders, crew members, etc.) considered to be under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any other judgment impairing substance will be disqualified from the event and will be asked to leave the facility.

1.3 Speed limit in the pit area, staging lanes, and return road is 10 M.P.H. Burnouts are allowed in the burnout area (behind the starting

line) only.

1.4 Participants at events are expected, always, to conduct themselves in a professional and non-disruptive manner. Any participants who, in the sole and absolute judgment of the track personnel, 1) verbally or physically threatens another participant, 2) uses vulgar

or derogatory language, 3) engages in unsportsmanlike conduct or conduct detrimental to the sport of racing, or 4) otherwise creates a condition or circumstance that is unsafe, unfair, or out of order shall have violated the rules and regulations of West End Thunder may be disqualified from the event or banned from the facility.

1.5 THERE SHALL BE NO UNMUFFLED ENGINE NOISE PRIOR TO 8AM.

2.0 Technical Inspection

2.1 West End Thunder will use the current NHRA Rule Book as a guide for inspecting vehicles.

West End Thunder reserves the right to impose additional requirements more stringent than those specified in the NHRA rule book.

2.2 West End Thunder may permit minor deviations or exceptions from those prescribed in the NHRA rule book.

NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF SAFETY SHALL RESULT FROM SUCH DEVIATION OR EXCEPTION.

3.0 General Rules

3.1 All race vehicles are presumed “race ready” (per NHRA rulebook) upon entering the facility. Once a driver has passed a tech

inspection, there will be no refunds or exchanges.

3.2 Racers can have a maximum of three crew members assist them in the restricted area.

3.3 Each race vehicle should display a competition number and a class designation on the windshield, both side windows, and the right

rear window. The numbers should be five inches tall on the sides and 3 inches tall on the front and rear.

3.4 Your dial-in will be displayed  on the starting line dial in boards. DO NOT PRE-STAGE YOUR VEHICLE UNTIL YOU HAVE CHECKED YOUR DIAL-IN. By pre-staging your vehicle, you have accepted that your dial-in is correct.

Your dial-in cannot be changed once you leave the head of the staging lanes. Motorcycles must report numbers and dial-ins to the tower before eliminations or have them displayed clearly on the motorcycle. You cannot dial out of your bracket. Junior Dragsters must have the dial-ins permanently displayed on their dragsters. No dial-ins on tires for any class.

3.5 Wristbands must be worn for the duration of the event. Racers and crew members must have their wristbands visible to race officials.

3.6 Jack stands must be used for warm-ups done in the pits.

3.7 Competition numbers are complimentary for racers on a first come first served basis. 

3.8 Staging/Time Trials/Eliminations: Do not pull into the staging lanes until your class is called. Please monitor the PA or the radio station (102.5 FM) for staging lane assignments and calls. When you report to the staging lanes pull all the way to the front and be ready to race.

When you are at the front of the lanes, be ready to make your run.

3.9 Courtesy staging is in effect at this track. Both pre stage lights must be on, prior to either vehicle staging.

3.10 No one under the age of 16 is allowed to operate a motorized or wheeled vehicle in the pits at any time.

3.11 Potential singles for 1st round will be chosen by the best reaction time in the qualifying. 

3.12 All classes will be laddered based on best reaction time in qualifying.

3.13 Lane choice will be determined by a coin flip.

3.14 There will be a buy back policy for first round losers during our cash bash events only. Buy back racers DO NOT QUALIFY for a single run after buying back in. 

4.0 Rainout Policy

4.1 If rain or other occurrences halt racing at any time prior to any time/qualifying runs for your class, racers will receive full credit of entry fees or a rain check issued for a make up race.If rain or other occurrences halt racing after time runs, but prior to the completion of 1st round for your class, there will be no refund but instead a rain check for a make-up race weekend. 

4.2 If an event is rained out racers/spectators have until the end of the current season to use the credit.

4.3 If an event is rained out prior to the start of time trials, the tech card will be kept by the track at the entrance booth and that is what

will be used for credit at a future event.

5.0 General Information

5.1 LED bulbs will be used on the starting line tree.

5.2 Cross talk is in effect in Super Pro. If you do not wish to use the cross-talk system, you must put an N after your dial-in.

5.3 No excessive noise (race cars, generators, etc.) after 10 pm or before 8 am each day.

5.4 Pets must be on a leash. Clean up after your pet.

5.5 No open fire on the property.

5.6 Clean your pit spot before leaving. Put all trash in the trash cans.

7.11 You must remove your own used oil. We are not allowed to have oil dump barrels. Do not use the ground.

7.12 The use of drones is prohibited.