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Class Description:
Real / Street is a heads-up class for all types of vehicles. Rear suspension may utilize ladder
bar or four-links (no full tube chassis). Front suspension and frame must remain stock. Legal
combinations include the use of nitrous oxide, supercharger, turbocharger and normal aspiration at
different weight breaks for parity. All entries compete on a DOT approved, Mickey Thompson
(30 x 13.5 ET Street) or smaller DOT tire.
Class Guidelines
BALLAST:
Permanently attached ballast may be added in a NHRA legal manner. Removable
ballast for the purpose of classification adjustments is limited to 100 lbs. in a NHRA weight box.
BODY:
The car must retain its original appearance and profiles. Aftermarket fiberglass replacement
panels are limited to hood, front fenders, doors, deck lid and bumpers. One piece front ends are
permitted, but must retain factory un-altered grille, head lights and bumper.
Front Grille:
Complete
factory un-altered grille is required. Grilles may be covered, but with
only clear tape or clear Lexan or Plexiglas, and must have prior
approval from a PSCA Official.
Rear Wing / Spoiler:
Aftermarket
wings and spoilers are permitted, but may not extend more then 16 inches
from the transition point with the body to the tip of the wing. Rear
Wing "Spill Plates" does not have an exact size requirement,
but must remain in the sprit of the Real Street class (If your wing is
questionable, email (mel@pscaracing.com)
a photo and notify the PSCA before you enter a race)
LETTERING / DECALS:
Car lettering is limited to windows
only, except for 1 major sponsor logo that may appear on the rear
quarter panel or door (decal or name must be no larger than 10" x
36") Upper front windshield area must
be cleared for Series Sponsor Windshield Banner.
FIREWALL:
Must retain
in original factory location, and be constructed out of sheet-metal.
Notching of factory firewall for valve cover clearance is
allowed.
HOOD / SCOOPS:
Hood scoops are allowed. Induction system and engine components on
normally aspirated and nitrous injected entries must be fully covered by a legal scoop / hood.
Scoop or cowl may not exceed more than 9 inches above height of original hood surface to the top of the hood scoop or cowl.
Supercharged and turbocharged entries may have their induction and engine components
protruding out of an opening in the hood / scoop with NHRA approved-shields.
INTERIOR:
Dash board must be stock appearing and in stock location. Door panels must be
covered. Carpet and or upholstery is required to cover the flooring and tunnel where visible.
Headliner is not required. Brake & Throttle pedals must remain in
stock location.
SEAT LOCATION:
Two front full size bucket seats, or one bench seat with upholstery required.
Seats must remain in the factory stock location.
WINDOWS:
Must be of safety glass,
Lexan, or other shatterproof materials, minimum 1/8th inch
thick. Also must be clear and non hazy. Drivers door window must be
operational.
BRACKET RACING AIDS:
The use of bracket racing aids such as optical sensors, delay boxes,
and throttle stops are not allowed.
BRAKES:
All cars must have front
and rear brakes.
CHASSIS / SUSPENSION
FRONT SUB-FRAME:
All sub-framed or full framed cars must retain complete stock front
sub-frame
from firewall forward. Frame connectors or rear frame rails may not pass engine firewall, except for
the following exceptions. The 62-67 Chevy II's and 64 1/2-68 Mustangs and similar cars with bolt-on
front K-members, must retain stock or aftermarket bolt-on front
sub-frame. The sub-frame must be a
bolt on (not welded) to factory mounting location. Frame connectors or rear frame rails may pass
firewall location, but not exceed where original front sub-frame mounts to the body. All late model
Mustangs must retain factory front sub-frame from firewall forward. Stock or direct fit aftermarket
K-members are permitted, but must be bolted in factory location using factory bolt holes.
Cross-members on all front sub-frames may be altered or removed for oil pan clearance.
FRONT SUSPENSION:
All cars must retain stock suspension, aftermarket tubular control arms,
coil over kits, or OEM front strut retrofits are permitted. But must be a direct bolt on, no welding
modifications permitted. Aftermarket Racing Struts with spindle mounts or hub mounts designed
for tube type front ends are prohibited. Stock wheelbase will be enforced on all vehicles.
**The only front suspension bolt-on kit deemed legal by the PSCA are the
*HEIDTS, FATMAN & *CHRIS ALSTON & AJE Racing bolt-on kits (for 62-72 Nova's
& 67-69 Camaro's & Firebirds) . Kit must be installed as instructed. *Kits
may also
has a weight penalty, see add weight section.
DRIVE TRAIN
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS:
Automatic transmission originally produced by any American
automobile manufacturer are permitted. Transmission-to-engine adapters are permitted.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION:
Aftermarket transmissions are
allowed but are very limited. Liberty, G-Force,
and Lenco types are not permitted. All shifts must be made manually without the aid of electric or
pneumatic devices. Also, clutch operation must be manual.
REAR END:
No restrictions
ENGINE:
There is a 440ci limit for small blocks and a 550ci limit for big blocks. There are no
restrictions on internal engine modifications (See
weight section for your combo)
BLOCK:
Aftermarket iron or aluminum blocks are permitted. No, Keith Black or TFS or similar
solid blocks allowed. Blocks must be
designed with water passages.
EFI: (Electronic Fuel Injection) Any EFI or digital fuel injection
is permitted.
ENGINE MOUNT LOCATION:
The maximum allowable engine setback from the center line of the
number-one spark-plug hole to the center line of the front spindle is 2 inches, except in those
vehicles in which the engine was factory installed at a distance greater than 2 inches behind the
spindle. In such cases, the engine set back may be no further back than the original location.
HEADS:
Cylinder heads restrictions: One spark plug per cylinder Max, All
billet cylinder head prohibited, Two valves per cylinder maximum.
Hemispherical
heads: OEM or Direct replacement are allowed (please
call with part# to insure legality) Top Fuel type heads STRICTLY PROHIBITED.
INTAKE MANIFOLD:
No
restrictions.* See add weight section.
NITROUS:
FOUR
(4) nitrous solenoids Max & FOUR (4) gas solenoids Max for a total of
EIGHT (8)solenoids. Entrees may use these solenoids in any manner.
Purge systems are permitted, but
purge discharge tube must exit completely away from cowl area, and/or
hood scoop opening, and may not be within 12 inches of the opening of
the hood. If the PSCA official believes the nitrous purge has
any possible chance of entering the engine compartment, the driver will
be asked to make necessary changes before passing tech.
Giuseppe Gentile
SUPERCHARGER:
Single
roots or centrifugal superchargers are permitted (see weight guide) Supercharger restraint system
meeting NHRA safety standards mandatory on Root-type (14.71 max) units.
Screw-type superchargers are prohibited.
TURBOCHARGER:
SINGLE TURBOCHARGER: Accepted
single turbochargers for V/8's are permitted with the following
requirements for 88mm: 1) Turbocharger must be of conventional impeller
and housing design and type. 2) Turbocharger is limited to a
maximum size of 3.464” (88.00mm) - inducer wheel diameter at the point
where the leading edge of the compressor wheel meets the inlet housing. 3)
Inlet housing is permitted a maximum inlet diameter of 3.555”
(90.29mm) where the leading edge of the compressor wheel meets the
housing. 4) Compressor wheel to housing clearance must maintain a
maximum of 0.091” clearance beginning from a) where the leading edge
of the compressor wheel meets the inlet of the compressor housing to b)
the transition point where the trailing edge of the compressor wheel
meets the volute. 5) All air entering the turbocharger must pass
through the turbocharger inlet. Injection of any liquid, gas, or any
other substance into the inlet or exhaust housing prohibited.
(See Turbo Section in Weight Guide)
EXHAUST:
Production type mufflers
or collector mufflers are required. No collector inserts permitted. Modification or
removal of muffler internals is prohibited (no gutting).
FUEL / FUEL SYSTEMS:
Gasoline
& Alcohol only (No Nitro) Alcohol
may be used with carbs only (cannot be used with any type of fuel injection) The PSCA reserves the right to check
gasoline at any time during competition. The addition of chemical
additives intended to alter the makeup of the gasoline for increased
performance is strictly prohibited. During fuel check, a competitor must
identify the brand of gasoline being used. The sample will be considered
illegal if it does not match the baseline results (ex. color, dielectric
reading +or-.2, and chemical tests) logged by PSCA. Failure to pass fuel
check is grounds for disallowance of the run during competition and
disqualification from the event during eliminations.
IGNITION:
No restrictions.
OILING SYSTEM:
Any wet oiling system is permitted.
Dry sumps are prohibited. The front cross
member may be altered for oil pan removal. Vacuum pumps are acceptable.
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTICS / DATA RECORDERS:
On board diagnostic computers and recorders
are permitted. Memory and playback tachometers are allowed.
PARACHUTE:
Must meet NHRA requirements
RADIATOR:
An automotive-type radiator is required.
STEERING:
After market rack-and-pinion is allowed.
STREET LEGAL REQUIREMENTS:
All entries are required to have two working headlights and two
working tail lights (headlight doors must be fixed open or work manually or automatically on cars
so equipped). Brake lights, turn signals not required to operate.
TIRES:
Front tires must have a minimum tread width of 4.5 inches. Front tires do not have to be
DOT approved. Rear tires must be either Mickey Thompson's 30x13.5 ET Street or
Hoosier's
29x13.5 Quick Times, or smaller (height & width) DOT tire. The tread of the tires must not protrude
outside the body line at the top of the tire.
Front tires must have a minimum tread width of 4.5 inches. Front tires do not have to be
DOT approved. Rear tires must be either Mickey Thompson's 30x13.5 ET Street or
Hoosier's
29x13.5 Quick Times, or smaller (height & width) DOT tire. The tread of the tires must not protrude
outside the body line at the top of the tire.
WEIGHT
GUIDE for Supercharged Cars:
(All weights are race-ready car with driver)
1)
Small Block Supercharger*
up to 365ci / 2850lbs
366ci - 440ci / 2925lbs
**Legal Superchargers:
Vortech - YS-Trim, Pro Charger - D-1SC, & D1
2) Small
Block Supercharger**
up to 365ci / 2950lbs
366ci - 440ci / 3000lbs
***Legal Superchargers:
Vortech - J-Trim, Pro Charger - D-1R, F-1 Paxton
- Novi 2000 3)
Small Block Supercharger***
up to 365ci / 3050lbs
366ci - 440ci / 3100lbs
***Legal Superchargers:
Vortech - X-Trim, Pro Charger - D-1X, D-2,
F-1R 4) Small
Block Supercharger****
up to 365ci / 3100lbs
366ci - 440ci / 3150lbs
****Legal Superchargers:
Vortech - XX-Trim, Z-Trim Pro Charger - D-2R,
D-3C, D-3M, F-2 Paxton - Novi 3000 5) Small
Block Supercharger*****
up to 365ci / 3200lbs
366ci - 440ci / 3250lbs
*****Legal Superchargers:
Pro Charger - D-3R, F3C
6) Small
Block Supercharger******
up to 365ci / 3300lbs
366ci - 440ci / 3400lbs
******Legal Superchargers:
Pro Charger - F-3, F3R
WEIGHT
GUIDE for N/A, Turbo & Nitrous Cars:
(All weights are race-ready car with driver)
2700lbs 4 OR 6 CYLINDER / Nitrous or Single Turbo
(80.000)
3000lbs 4 OR 6 CYLINDER /
Single Turbo (80.001 - 88mm)
3300lbs 4 OR 6 CYLINDER /
Single Turbo (91mm MAX)
3300lbs
6 CYLINDER / Twin Turbo
(76mm MAX ea)
2600lbs
SMALL-BLOCKS / Normally Aspirated
2850lbs SMALL-BLOCKS / Nitrous
3000lbs SMALL BLOCKS up to 365 ci / Turbo (up to 80.000mm)
3150lbs
SMALL BLOCKS 366 to 440 ci / Turbo (up to 80.000mm)
3350lbs
SMALL BLOCKS up to 365 ci / Turbo (80.001-88mm)
3450lbs
SMALL BLOCKS 366 to 440 ci / Turbo (80.001-88mm)
2750lbs
BIG BLOCKS (up to 550ci) / Normally Aspirated
3150lbs BIG BLOCKS (up to
480ci) / Nitrous or Roots Supercharged
3300lbs BIG BLOCKS (481 -
550ci) / Nitrous or Roots Supercharged
3500lbs BIG BLOCKS (up to 440ci) / Turbo (88mm Max)
ADD WEIGHT
* 50lbs For the use of dual carbs
*
50lbs For use of a CHRIS ALSTON, AJE Racing or HIEDT'S front suspension kit.
*
100lbs Centrifugal Supercharged Big Blocks (up to 440ci)
Add to small weight guide.
* 100lbs For small blocks using
Yates High Port (part #'s 6049SC1
& 6049C3H) or GM symmetrical
or any splayed valve heads
* 250 lbs For big blocks that use Big Chief, Pontiac, Olds, or any symmetrical and non
conventional cylinder heads. Also includes Ford C & E Motorsports cylinder head.
******Please call if you have any cylinder head
questions*******
WHEEL BASE:
Must retain stock wheel base with a maximum variation from left to right and front
to back of one inch.
WHEELIE BARS:
Wheelie bars permitted
RACE
DAY POLICY'S
SCALES:
After each qualifying and elimination
pass, all cars must stop and weigh at the track scales. If you lose in
eliminations, and your opponent fails to make weight you will be
reinstated into the eliminations only if you made minimum weight
requirements. If both cars failed to make minimum weight, both cars will
be disqualified. It is the driver's responsibility to verify with each
track scale, the weight of his/her car prior to each race day. There
will 5lb error factor allowed.
TOW BACK &
TOW VEHICLES:
Real Street does not allow tow vehicles of any sort in the staging lanes.
All Real Street vehicles must drive to scales and return to pits without
the aide of any other vehicle.
BYE-RUNS:
All vehicles must take the tree, and run down the 1/4
mile.
PSCA
Race Day Rules and Procedures
All drivers and vehicles must meet
current NHRA and track requirements.
For questions or more
information on these rules, please contact Mel Roth at
661-609-9486
Gil
Nevarez  
Rich Hoyle
Bob
Thompson 
Bob Towne
Bert
Heck 
Steve Schwalb Ted
Roumbanis 
Erik Odom
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