Since year one of rpm nationals we’ve been asked about running later overheads, the answer at rpm nats at Santa margarita ranch has always been “no”. Simply put rpm at the ranch will always be a flathead v8 and banger only race, that was our original goal and we’re stuck in our ways but since “you asked for it” we decided to look into a venue that can accommodate faster cars. What we found was BArona drag strip in San...see more
Since year one of rpm nationals we’ve been asked about running later overheads, the answer at rpm nats at Santa margarita ranch has always been “no”. Simply put rpm at the ranch will always be a flathead v8 and banger only race, that was our original goal and we’re stuck in our ways but since “you asked for it” we decided to look into a venue that can accommodate faster cars. What we found was BArona drag strip in San Diego county, it has that old timey feel but is setup with all the safety requirements to run faster cars. So we’re introducing the “you asked for it drags” .
1963 and earlier era correct, early small block Chevy, Pontiac, Cadillac, Buick, y block, hemi, gmc, etc powered cars as well as flathead v8 and bangers will be welcome. Cars must be 1940 or older and no parts later than 1963, this includes no modern electronics, no modern slicks or radials, no nitrous cheater systems, no billet, no tweed interiors, no disc brakes, no independent suspension, etc. all vehicles must aesthetically appear as though they showed up at the track ready to race in a 1964 or earlier time period.
******here’s how to enter******
just like our flathead only race up at The ranch, race entries will be by submissions and pre approval only. Submissions will open on February 1st 2023 Please make sure your car fits the requirements and if you would like to race review the classes below. Pick the class you would like to enter than send an email to us at [email protected] , in the email include good pictures of your car taken outdoors from all sides, as well as some info about it, engine- make/cubic inch/year, transmission, rear end. Also be sure to include your full name and the class you’d like to enter. Entries due by March 31st. ****note just entering doesn’t guarantee a spot to race*** we will pick the cars that not only fit the criteria of the event best but also make the best competition in each class. If you don’t get approved to race but would still like to attend the event we encourage it as we will also have a car show area by the track.
there will be 9 classes at this event, the first 6 being the same as those at rpm nationals-
4 cylinder flathead street car
v8 flathead street car
4 cylinder ( flathead block) street car with power adder ( overhead conversion or blower)
v8 (flathead block) street car with power adder (overhead conversion or blower)
4 cylinder (flathead block) full race, sprint cars, rails, belly tanks, and/or power adder cars also running nitro
v8 ( flathead block) full race, sprint cars, rails, tanks, early altereds, and/or power adder cars also running nitro
*****the late overhead classes——— for those running engines up to 1964*****
street car
street car with blower
full race
to make a class we will need at least 6 entries, if there aren’t at least 6 in your class you may get bumped up to run the next class above yours.
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