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Chuck Norton · 07-27-2008, 04:15 PM

Don't confuse the terms "Competition License" and "Competition Number". You've been given some questionable information. In the end, no response is less damaging than wrong information.

You may wish to download the requirements and forms for a Competition License from the NHRA website. To have a Competition Number, all you need is a valid driver's license for your state of residence. That step allows you to run in brackets slower than 10.00, Stock Eliminator (except AA/S and AA/SA) and some Super Stock classes that usually run slower than 10.00. SS/BX is not one of the classes for which you have an option. Drivers of SS/BX cars are required to have a Competition License. Look beneath the pull-down menu for "Rules." The directions on that page are self-explanatory.

Basically, you will need a physical examination that corresponds to that required to be granted a commercial driver's license (CDL). If you're over 55 you will need the printout of your EKG attached to the application. Also, to be licensed, you need to demonstrate that you know your way around your own car and make a specified number runs under the supervision of officials and other drivers to prove that you have a clue about what you're doing.

Good luck.

07-27-2008, 04:15 PM	#6
Chuck Norton Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Covina, CA Posts: 472 Likes: 99 Liked 76 Times in 17 Posts	Re: competition license Don't confuse the terms "Competition License" and "Competition Number". You've been given some questionable information. In the end, no response is less damaging than wrong information. You may wish to download the requirements and forms for a Competition License from the NHRA website. To have a Competition Number, all you need is a valid driver's license for your state of residence. That step allows you to run in brackets slower than 10.00, Stock Eliminator (except AA/S and AA/SA) and some Super Stock classes that usually run slower than 10.00. SS/BX is not one of the classes for which you have an option. Drivers of SS/BX cars are required to have a Competition License. Look beneath the pull-down menu for "Rules." The directions on that page are self-explanatory. Basically, you will need a physical examination that corresponds to that required to be granted a commercial driver's license (CDL). If you're over 55 you will need the printout of your EKG attached to the application. Also, to be licensed, you need to demonstrate that you know your way around your own car and make a specified number runs under the supervision of officials and other drivers to prove that you have a clue about what you're doing. Good luck.