Read a great account of a first timer running in the 130 MPH Club!
See the article in The January 2002 issue of Car Craft (page 77) for an excellent 130 Club write up!!
Print your own copy of the 130 & 150 MPH Club Tech Inspection Sheet
Print your own copy of the 130 Club Motorcycle Tech Inspection Sheet
The Utah Salt Flats Racing Association is a proud organization that continues
to grow and provide opportunities for competitors to come to the Bonneville
Salt Flats. The 130-mph format is specifically designed for street cars
& motorcycles. The rules are simple and straight forward. We offer
an entry level opportunity to try Salt Flats competition, without requiring
highly specialized equipment. Many people who have never tried Land Speed
Racing take this opportunity to experience the thrill of the Salt in vehicles
not capable of 130 MPH, and they have a ball. This is not a parade lap.
This format provides a rare chance to run street legal vehicles at speed
on the Salt, which has enticed many to return with real racing vehicles
and compete in the rich traditions of Land Speed Record Racing.
To become a member
of the 130 MPH Club, the vehicle must run the measured mile twice in the
same day at a speed no less than 130 mph. The speeds of the two runs are
then averaged.
Utah Salt Flats Racing Association's 130 MPH Club
It Only Sounds Easy!!!
130 MPH Club Rules
• All drivers must be members of USFRA, possess a current valid
state drivers license, and sign a loss damage waiver to participate.
• A maximum of six (6) runs will be allowed per entry fee paid.
• Each driver/rider is a new entry. Each driver/rider
change must report to tech inspection separately, obtain a new vehicle
number at registration, be a member of the USFRA and pay a separate entry
and course prep fee. Driver/rider change and new tech
inspection may not occur until previous drivers runs are completed.
• The 130-mph format is specifically designed for currently licensed
and insured, street legal cars/motorcycles. Requests for exemption from
the Street Legal, Licensed & Insured requirement will require USFRA
approval 45 days prior to the event.
• To gain Membership into the 130-mph club, the vehicle must run the measured mile twice in the same event at a speed no less than 130 mph. The two runs are then averaged. Once a driver/rider & car/motorcycle combination has achieved 130 Club Member status no more runs will be allowed at that meet.
• Drivers will be required to participate in a driver orientation meeting with a USFRA designated experienced salt flats driver prior to racing.
• An acceptable speed indicator (Speedometer, Tachometer
or GPS) is required so the driver has an indication of the car's speed
at any point on the course.
• An initial "licensing" pass at no more than 100 mph
will be required to calibrate on board speed gauge equipment. i.e.; tachometer,
speedometer, etc.
• Maximum speed will be 139.999 mph - any vehicle exceeding 139.999
mph will forefit any of the unused 6 runs will not receive a timing slip.
• If disqualified for exceeding 139.999 mph, and the
vehicle wishes to run again, it must go back through tech inspection,
Rookie Orientation and repurchase another 6 run pass.
• A Technical Inspection will be conducted by USFRA Official Inspectors
to verify the acceptable condition of the engine, drive train, wheels,
tires, fuel, steering, braking, and safety systems to an approved checklist.
Every entry/re-entry requires a new Technical Inspection.
• Fees will not be charged for any inspection. No vehicle will be
allowed to run if they do not fully comply with these Safety Rules. It
is each entrants responsibility to fully understand and comply with these
safety rules.
• Decisions of the inspectors and officials are final in the areas of safety assessment and requirements.
• Only gasoline, diesel, fuels may be used – OEM electric or hybrid vehicles are allowed.
• No nitrous, alcohol, E85 or nitro-fueled (this includes any other alternative fuels) vehicles will be allowed.
• A ground cover must be used under the vehicle in the pit area, starting line, staging lanes, or any other area where modifications are made. Waste fluids will not be "dumped" they will be taken off the salt for disposal. Pit areas and general Salt will be kept neat and clean at all times.
• Rental Cars will not be allowed to run in the 130 MPH Club.
• Go Karts, Lawn Mowers, Dwarf Cars, Legends Cars, ATV’s,
ATC's, Lawn Tractors and Snowmobiles are not allowed to run in
the 130 MPH Club. Street Luge are banned starting in 2013.
• USFRA/SCTA Competition Licenses will not be issued for 130 MPH
Club Class runs.
Safety Requirements
• The driver must wear a Snell 2005, ECE 22.05, or FIA 8860-2004
(or later) approved, full-face helmet with full face shield (no
damaged helmets will be allowed), long sleeve shirt or jacket,
long pants and closed shoes (no sandals).
Car Requirements
• Open cars must have a 4-point roll bar. Convertibles, Targa tops,
Removable Hardtops, and any aftermarket roof modifications, such
as chopped tops are considered "open car". Roll bars
must be above Drivers helmet. Factory T-tops must have OEM inserts in
place when running.
• Cars must be equipped with OEM lap and shoulder (minimum 3 point)
belts. If vehicle was manufactured prior to belts, 3 point seat belts
(or better) will be added.
• Cars must have a metal battery tie down. No plastic, wedge
style, ratchet straps, or bungie cords, etc. will be allowed.
• A Driveshaft retention loop is required in the front 25% of each
section of drive shaft on rear-wheel cars where adequate retention and
control of a broken driveline is not assured by body/frame design.
• On non OEM fuel delivery systems dual throttle
return springs are required, on each throttle
shaft.
• All non OEM fuel lines must be constructed of rubber, braided, or steel hard line. No aluminum/copper hard line or clear plastic hose will be allowed.
• Fuel lines are not allowed in the drivers compartment.
• On unibody cars such as Corvair, VW, Porsche, Etc. the fuel lines must be higher than the lowest part of the pan or the unibody structure. They must also be installed inside of a heavy metal tube or above a skid plate. The metal tube or skid plate must be positively attached (no sheet metal screws will be allowed). This is to protect the fuel system from damage if a wheel/tire failure should occur.
• Vehicles must have H, W, V, or Z rated tires which are rated for speeds in excess of 130 mph. No tires wider than 10" will be allowed, unless the tires are OEM to the vehicle. (Narrow tires provide better traction and vehicle control on the Salt).
• Tires & wheels for all vehicles will have bolted in metal valve stems with metal valve caps. No OEM (T.P.S.) Tire Pressure Sensors will be allowed.
• Wheel covers will be positively attached or removed. No
snap on style hub caps are allowed.
Motorcycle Requirements
• Motorcycle riders must have full leathers, either one piece or
full 360 degree zip together, leather boots and gloves, and a Snell 2005
or ECE 22.05 (or later) approved, full-face helmet with
full face shield (no damaged helmets will be allowed).
• Vehicles must have H, W, V, or Z rated tires which are rated for speeds in excess of 130 mph. No tires wider than 10" will be allowed, unless the tires are OEM to the vehicle. (Narrow tires provide better traction and vehicle control on the Salt).
• All motorcycles must have a shut off lanyard teathered
to the driver, steering damper, all loose parts removed, headlights/glass
taped or removed, and OEM or better chainguard.
Great video of a 150 MPH Club Pass at World of Speed