Who holds the RVW record?
Who holds the RVW record?
– YouTube. NEW RVW WORLD RECORD – JASON LEE – 3.502!
What happened to Daniel Pharris?
Pharris has been on a hiatus from racing since selling his Radial vs. the World/Pro Mod Mustang midway through the 2019 season. He quietly put together a deal over the offseason to drive the ProCharger-boosted GALOT Motorsports ’69 Camaro previously driven by Kevin Rivenbark.
What is the RVW record?
On his way to winning Sunday at Virginia Motorsports Park in North Dinwiddie, Virginia, “Stevie Fast” Jackson broke his Radial vs. The World record that he set on Friday night at the Shakedown Nationals XVIII. The reigning NHRA Pro Mod Champion went 3.520 at 212.46 mph in the second qualifying session.
What is a drag radial car?
Drag Radial is an 1/8th mile heads-up small tire class designed to showcase the Chevrolet LS engine. Any Make/Body vehicle permitted. The LS Engine is the only engine permitted in Drag Radial and is allowed the use of a single power adder which is restricted in size to maintain class parity.
Are drag tires street legal?
DOT Drag Radials are not all cut from the same cloth. Some are designed to barely meet the DOT standards and are not for street use (Hoosier), but tires like the Mickey Thompson ET Street Radials are safe for street use, as long as the pavement is dry.
Are DOT drag radials street legal?
DOT Labeled Hoosier Racing Tires meet DOT requirements for marking and performance only. They feature a special compound to provide good traction, making them perfect for classes that require street legal style tires. The Hoosier DOT Drag Radials are not intended for street use or for use on public roads.
Why are smooth tires illegal?
One of the main reasons they’re illegal for daily use is because their smooth surface makes them slippery and dangerous in wet conditions. Race tyres may not seem so slick if you start aquaplaning during a flash flood on a highway, or on a roundabout following a storm.
Do bald tires grip better?
With other things being equal, the bald/slick tires provide better grip than the grooved tires on dry pavement.
How many years are drag radials good for?
When we asked about the life expectancy of drag radials, Robinson’s reply was, “Would that be the first or the third set?” On average, a set of drag radials with a mix of track time and highway miles is between 3,000 and 5,000 miles.
How much does a dragster tire cost?
A single tire runs for roughly $917 and is expected to last only 1.5 miles.
What are slicks in cars?
Slick tyres are tyres with minimal tread. Their surface is smooth, without grooves, so they have high levels of grip and more direct rubber contact with the ground. This generates more power, which helps cars accelerate to crazy speeds in elite sport.
Why are racing tires bald?
Race cars use tires without tread because smooth tires provide better traction in dry conditions. If the ground is wet, however, drivers will suddenly find themselves needing the grooved tread that siphons water away from the tires.
