New Comp Eliminator A/FX Class

SSDiv6 · 11-05-2021, 02:23 PM

The 2022 NHRA Rule Book amendments shows a new class, A/FX, for next year, for Cobra Jets, COPO Camaro's and Drag Pak's with a lot of creativity and freedom.

FACTORY EXPERIMENTAL
DESIGNATION
A/FX preceded by car number.

Reserved for 2019 and newer Manufactured Automobiles with Factory production engine of the same make. Manufacturer engines and bodies not listed in this section may be submitted for acceptance in Factory Experimental.

Currently Accepted makes/models:

Chevrolet (Camaro – COPO) – minimum weight 2,650 lbs.
Dodge (Challenger – Drag Pak) – minimum weight 2,650 lbs.
Ford (Mustang – Cobra Jet) – minimum weight 2,650 lbs.

All minimum weights listed above include driver.

Andrew Hill · 11-05-2021, 03:20 PM

"Aftermarket planetary or clutchless transmission with a maximum of five forward speeds
and reverse permitted. Automatic transmission prohibited."

This class is going to be cool as hell!

BRETV · 11-05-2021, 04:14 PM

The future Pro Stockers, very cool!!!!

Bret Velde
2003 ??/SA

Carguy49 · 11-05-2021, 04:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BRETV

The future Pro Stockers, very cool!!!!
Bret Velde
2003 ??/SA

Just what I was thinking. Let's see who jumps on the bandwagon and just let's her rip. I am excited for this new class.

I didn't look at the rulebook amendments - what is the index??

jmcarter · 11-05-2021, 05:12 PM

Future Pro Stockers, possibly even replacing FS if enough people make the changeover and take advantage of a bigger tire. If they phase out PS NHRA will probably keep it a “sportsman” class since the purse will no doubt shrink accordingly. Maybe they won’t muck it up with pulley changes for the sake of parity.

Carguy49 · 11-05-2021, 05:36 PM

I did some checking. Looks like it will be an exhibition class at first.

If it becomes a real class, I HOPE NHRA doesn't mess with it and let it stay all 3 brands (Ford, Chevy and Mopar). Otherwise it will be no better than Pro Stock is now, and Factory Stock. Just my 2 cents.....

Pistol Pete · 11-06-2021, 10:01 AM

I didn’t see where these cars are going to run in Comp Elim.

Or am I missing something ??

Dyno · 11-06-2021, 02:59 PM

I read the description of the class. It reads very intricate and expensive to build.

Charles Stewart · 11-06-2021, 07:08 PM

You can see more details and specs for thoses A/FX ,on page 48 to 59 of the Exhibition Rulebook, at the bottom of the rules section, on NHRA RACER.
Good reading...

Superfan1 · 11-07-2021, 11:59 AM

Let's all pray that the NHRA doesn't screw this up like they have done to the Factory Stock Showdown and, to a somewhat lesser degree, Pro Mod. This has the potential to be absolutely great!

11-05-2021, 02:23 PM	#1
SSDiv6 VIP Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Glendale, Arizona Posts: 2,999 Likes: 693 Liked 1,470 Times in 550 Posts	New Comp Eliminator A/FX Class The 2022 NHRA Rule Book amendments shows a new class, A/FX, for next year, for Cobra Jets, COPO Camaro's and Drag Pak's with a lot of creativity and freedom. FACTORY EXPERIMENTAL DESIGNATION A/FX preceded by car number. Reserved for 2019 and newer Manufactured Automobiles with Factory production engine of the same make. Manufacturer engines and bodies not listed in this section may be submitted for acceptance in Factory Experimental. Currently Accepted makes/models: Chevrolet (Camaro – COPO) – minimum weight 2,650 lbs. Dodge (Challenger – Drag Pak) – minimum weight 2,650 lbs. Ford (Mustang – Cobra Jet) – minimum weight 2,650 lbs. All minimum weights listed above include driver.

11-05-2021, 03:20 PM	#2
Andrew Hill Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 703 Likes: 442 Liked 170 Times in 38 Posts	Re: New Comp Eliminator A/FX Class "Aftermarket planetary or clutchless transmission with a maximum of five forward speeds and reverse permitted. Automatic transmission prohibited." This class is going to be cool as hell! __________________ 3207 D/SA, C/ED

11-05-2021, 04:14 PM	#3
BRETV Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 519 Likes: 3,601 Liked 696 Times in 171 Posts	Re: New Comp Eliminator A/FX Class The future Pro Stockers, very cool!!!! Bret Velde 2003 ??/SA

11-05-2021, 05:12 PM	#5
jmcarter VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Richmond Hill GA (and Port Ludlow WA) Posts: 4,226 Likes: 2,186 Liked 2,979 Times in 915 Posts	Re: New Comp Eliminator A/FX Class Future Pro Stockers, possibly even replacing FS if enough people make the changeover and take advantage of a bigger tire. If they phase out PS NHRA will probably keep it a “sportsman” class since the purse will no doubt shrink accordingly. Maybe they won’t muck it up with pulley changes for the sake of parity. __________________ Jim Carter 2340 Super Stock 2340 SST/2340 Stock Set another place at the table

11-05-2021, 05:36 PM	#6
Carguy49 VIP Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Fife, Washington Posts: 1,906 Likes: 2,144 Liked 2,560 Times in 648 Posts	Re: New Comp Eliminator A/FX Class I did some checking. Looks like it will be an exhibition class at first. If it becomes a real class, I HOPE NHRA doesn't mess with it and let it stay all 3 brands (Ford, Chevy and Mopar). Otherwise it will be no better than Pro Stock is now, and Factory Stock. Just my 2 cents..... __________________ Ron McDowell - Did Race Every day is a Gift - Enjoy with family and friends.

11-06-2021, 10:01 AM	#7
Pistol Pete VIP Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Punta Gorda Isles, Fl. Posts: 1,613 Likes: 3,217 Liked 759 Times in 202 Posts	Re: New Comp Eliminator A/FX Class I didn’t see where these cars are going to run in Comp Elim. Or am I missing something ?? __________________ "Pistol" Pete Dutko

11-06-2021, 02:59 PM	#8
Dyno Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 888 Likes: 1,007 Liked 629 Times in 186 Posts	Re: New Comp Eliminator A/FX Class I read the description of the class. It reads very intricate and expensive to build.

11-06-2021, 07:08 PM	#9
Charles Stewart Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Riviere-du-Loup, (QC) Canada Posts: 347 Likes: 1,528 Liked 622 Times in 183 Posts	Re: New Comp Eliminator A/FX Class You can see more details and specs for thoses A/FX ,on page 48 to 59 of the Exhibition Rulebook, at the bottom of the rules section, on NHRA RACER. Good reading... Last edited by Charles Stewart; 11-06-2021 at 07:12 PM. Reason: word correction

11-07-2021, 11:59 AM	#10
Superfan1 VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bridgeport,CT. Posts: 1,986 Likes: 1,647 Liked 2,642 Times in 437 Posts	Re: New Comp Eliminator A/FX Class Let's all pray that the NHRA doesn't screw this up like they have done to the Factory Stock Showdown and, to a somewhat lesser degree, Pro Mod. This has the potential to be absolutely great! __________________ Bill Seabrooks - superfan1 Bridgeport, CT