NHRA Tether Rule Update

Mike Gray · 09-18-2013, 06:59 PM

So the only thing you can't actually buy (much cheaper) is the receipt for the "approved" tether? How long did it take someone to piece up this thing with off the shelf parts?
They manufacture nothing except a sales slip!

Signman · 09-18-2013, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike Gray

How long did it take someone to piece up this thing with off the shelf parts?

About 10 minutes.

Mike Gray · 09-18-2013, 07:23 PM

"Although we feel we have designed 3 standard length tethers that will meet the majority of needs,
our 36” Universal “cut to fit” tether is also available for the special needs application,
and can be cut and assembled to be from 6 inches to 36 inches in length."

They said it themselves, I happen to be using the cut to fit universal tether and put it together myself. And yeah "I lost my sales slip"

greg johnson · 09-18-2013, 07:43 PM

Maybe I have missed it in earlier posts, but is there going to be CONTINGENCY $$$$$ paid for the use of this product? It would take some of the "sting" out of the manner that this stuff has been brought out? Altho it is still a "shady deal" at BEST!!!

SSDiv6 · 09-18-2013, 09:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike Gray

So the only thing you can't actually buy (much cheaper) is the receipt for the "approved" tether? How long did it take someone to piece up this thing with off the shelf parts?
They manufacture nothing except a sales slip!

Is not the receipt that is the proof of an accepted product; it must have a part marking or identification as part of the assembly. If you look at the current approved tether, it does have an identification as a NHRA approved product.

Jim Wahl · 09-18-2013, 09:47 PM

As I've said before, if it's really the safety aspect NHRA is concerned about, why do they care if the racer buys the same parts and make them on their own? The tether company makes a universal kit that the racer must put together. What's the difference except for the huge cost savings for the racer?

So SSDiv6, you are telling me that there is a logo stamped on one of these parts that says "NHRA Approved"? I'm calling your bluff. Show me! I'm not buying one of these just to find out.

As I have also said before, I can make one of these tethers (and happy to do so) for 25% of the cost of buying one from the tether company. I am fully capable as are most of the racers I know. I am also happy to submit to a tech inspection to a qualified inspector for approval much the way they tech my car to be sure my battery is secured, my seats are secured, I have all the studs on my axles, my tires are in good shape etc. Get the point? This is a money maker.... period! $150- $200 profit. It takes 10 minutes to put these together. When bought in bulk it probably costs less than $50 for the parts. Pretty good markup on the backs of fellow racers don't you think? Jim

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SSDiv6 · 09-18-2013, 10:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Jim Wahl

So SSDiv6, you are telling me that there is a logo stamped on one of these parts that sas "NHRA Approved"? I'm calling your bluff. Show me! I'm not buying one of these just to find out.

Jim,
What bluff? I am not promoting their products.
If you read my previous posts on this subject, I have give part numbers and options.
If you go to their website you will see they have an Orange color sleeve that says "NHRA Approved".
NHRA has said the approved devices must have an identification that shows it is an approved device. It was made clear to me by NHRA since I am helping a racing header builder with the design of a low cost device, affordable to all and legal to use.
I am not the enemy, just sharing what NHRA requires.

Jim Wahl · 09-18-2013, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by SSDiv6

Jim,
What bluff? I am not promoting their products.
If you read my previous posts on this subject, I have give part numbers and options.
If you go to their website you will see they have an Orange color sleeve that says "NHRA Approved".
NHRA has said the approved devices must have an identification that shows it is an approved device. It was made clear to me by NHRA since I am helping a racing header builder with the design of a low cost device, affordable to all and legal to use.
I am not the enemy, just sharing what NHRA requires.

OK. It's all good. Did not mean to be rude. This just really pisses me off! Jim

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09-18-2013, 06:59 PM	#1
Mike Gray Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 615 Likes: 311 Liked 685 Times in 196 Posts	Re: NHRA Tether Rule Update So the only thing you can't actually buy (much cheaper) is the receipt for the "approved" tether? How long did it take someone to piece up this thing with off the shelf parts? They manufacture nothing except a sales slip!

09-18-2013, 07:23 PM	#3
Mike Gray Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 615 Likes: 311 Liked 685 Times in 196 Posts	Re: NHRA Tether Rule Update "Although we feel we have designed 3 standard length tethers that will meet the majority of needs, our 36” Universal “cut to fit” tether is also available for the special needs application, and can be cut and assembled to be from 6 inches to 36 inches in length." They said it themselves, I happen to be using the cut to fit universal tether and put it together myself. And yeah "I lost my sales slip"

09-18-2013, 07:43 PM	#4
greg johnson Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 77 Likes: 2 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: NHRA Tether Rule Update Maybe I have missed it in earlier posts, but is there going to be CONTINGENCY $$$$$ paid for the use of this product? It would take some of the "sting" out of the manner that this stuff has been brought out? Altho it is still a "shady deal" at BEST!!! __________________ Greg Johnson 3123 STK

09-18-2013, 09:47 PM	#6
Jim Wahl Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Central Florida Posts: 5,844 Likes: 666 Liked 683 Times in 129 Posts	Re: NHRA Tether Rule Update As I've said before, if it's really the safety aspect NHRA is concerned about, why do they care if the racer buys the same parts and make them on their own? The tether company makes a universal kit that the racer must put together. What's the difference except for the huge cost savings for the racer? So SSDiv6, you are telling me that there is a logo stamped on one of these parts that says "NHRA Approved"? I'm calling your bluff. Show me! I'm not buying one of these just to find out. As I have also said before, I can make one of these tethers (and happy to do so) for 25% of the cost of buying one from the tether company. I am fully capable as are most of the racers I know. I am also happy to submit to a tech inspection to a qualified inspector for approval much the way they tech my car to be sure my battery is secured, my seats are secured, I have all the studs on my axles, my tires are in good shape etc. Get the point? This is a money maker.... period! $150- $200 profit. It takes 10 minutes to put these together. When bought in bulk it probably costs less than $50 for the parts. Pretty good markup on the backs of fellow racers don't you think? Jim . __________________ Jim Wahl....NHRA #2239 S/SS - IHRA # 8 Stock, D2 Stock Champion (forever I guess) 2019 Baby Gators Stock Champion 2009 NHRA D2 National Open Stock Champion 1982 NHRA D2 West Palm Beach LDRS SS Runner Up Past President, Southern Stock / Super Stock Association. Last edited by Jim Wahl; 09-18-2013 at 09:49 PM.