2024 Blinder Rule Stock/SS

[MR DERBY CITY]

Originally Posted by PozQB14

Coot, I was able to have a great convo with one of the sportsman starters at an airport and I asked him about this topic. He said the big issue if the starter has to tell drivers to shiut their cars off or back up, he doesn't want their to be any obstructions.

BUT …Aren’t the sun visors they allow BIGGER than a 3 x 5 card ????

[Don Kennedy]

Originally Posted by MR DERBY CITY

BUT …Aren’t the sun visors they allow BIGGER than a 3 x 5 card ????

Did I see a Pro Stocker using some form of blinder ??

[Mike Gray]

Originally Posted by Don Kennedy

Did I see a Pro Stocker using some form of blinder ??

On a pro tree, what the heck would they being trying to block out? Seems to me it would be useless.

[herbjr]

They block out their side vision,

[J.R. Haddad]

I have never used a blinder, so I don't really have a dog in this fight. I do,
however have a question about equity and fairness. There must be a conceived advantage otherwise there wouldn't be all this commotion about
blinders. Some cars have cages and cannot use a visor to block. Cars that
have roll bars or no roll bars can have their visors intact and useable.
How is that fair when everybody should have the same driving opportunity?
This isn't about parts allowed on certain cars, this a general rule issue.
OK, I've got my seatbelt on, go ahead and shoot.

J.R.

[curtis hieb]

I think the blinder rule isnt fair to all, I cannot use my visor since roll bar is in the way. Some have modified their visors by mounting on roll bar which is not a stock location. But no one wants to in force the rule. I used Hendersons blinder that just blocked middle bulb. I think it is much safer than a visor you can't put back up because of roll bar. So if they want no blinders then why can you use visor to block?

[Mike Pearson]

Originally Posted by curtis hieb

I think the blinder rule isnt fair to all, I cannot use my visor since roll bar is in the way. Some have modified their visors by mounting on roll bar which is not a stock location. But no one wants to in force the rule. I used Hendersons blinder that just blocked middle bulb. I think it is much safer than a visor you can't put back up because of roll bar. So if they want no blinders then why can you use visor to block?

The rule as written does not say you can use a visor to block the tree it just says it is legal to have the stock original equipment visor in your car using the factory mounting.

[MR DERBY CITY]

Originally Posted by curtis hieb

I think the blinder rule isnt fair to all, I cannot use my visor since roll bar is in the way. Some have modified their visors by mounting on roll bar which is not a stock location. But no one wants to in force the rule. I used Hendersons blinder that just blocked middle bulb. I think it is much safer than a visor you can't put back up because of roll bar. So if they want no blinders then why can you use visor to block?

Curtis , with all due respect …It’s real simple ….a sun visor came in everyone of these cars from the factory ….so as much as they hate it , NHRA can’t make you remove a sun visor …..

[RJ Sledge]

This is the current 2023 NHRA rule book


7:8 WINDSHIELD, WINDOWS
Windshields and/or windows on all cars, when called for
under Class Requirements, must be of safety glass, Plexiglas,
Lexan, or other shatterproof material, minimum 1/8-inch thick.
Windshields may not be attached with self-locking fastener
buttons. In all Camping World Drag Racing Series and Lucas Oil
Drag Racing Series vehicles, windshields and/or windows must
be clear, without tinting or coloring, except factory-tinted safety
glass. In all other applications, windshield/window tint must
meet the applicable state requirements. Windshield/window
must be in good condition and free from cracks. Competition
number decals are permitted on any window, windshield or
backlite, except as noted in Class Requirements.

Tape of any kind prohibited on any windshield or window. The use of
any temporary or permanent shielding, including paint, that
obstructs the driver’s vision (e.g., blinders, staging aids) and that
is attached to the helmet, window or windshield is prohibited.

Permitted shielding not to exceed 4 inches by 8 inches is
permitted at this time provided that (a) it has a permanent
attachment to the vehicle, such that it requires tools for removal,
and (b) that the shielding is deemed safe by the driver in the
driver’s judgment and so long as the driver can demonstrate
to technical inspectors that the purpose of the modification
is to reduce distraction in the driver’s field of vision. By using
such a shield, the driver acknowledges and agrees that the
driver deems such modification safe in the driver’s judgment
consistent with the driver’s obligations in Section 1, Participant
Agreements and Administrative and Procedural Rules, set forth
above, and that the shield does not impair or interfere with the
safe operation of the driver’s vehicle. Tape, tie straps, binder
clips, hook-and-loop fasteners, glue, etc. are prohibited for
attachment purposes. Vehicle-mounted shielding is allowed to
pivot as long as it remains permanently attached. See General
Regulation 10:7.

RJ

[PozQB14]

Originally Posted by MR DERBY CITY

BUT …Aren’t the sun visors they allow BIGGER than a 3 x 5 card ????

Haha ,don't kill the messenger. It seemed like a reasonable reason, but who knows.