How strict is the tech inspection @ RF?

[Tachyon]

I am planning on going out to Rock Falls this Sunday for the test and tune. I've never been to this track before and need some info from members that have been there.

My basic question is this: my battery is relocated to the back of my car. It is bolted to a plate that is welded to the metal decking in the trunk. According to Rock Fall's website,

"Any car with a relocated battery must be equipped with a master electrical cutoff, capable of stopping all electrical functions including ignition (must shut the engine off, as well as fuel pumps, etc.). The switch must be located on the rear of the vehicle, with the "off" position clearly marked. If the switch is of a "push / pull" type, then "push" must be the motion that shuts off the switch, and plastic or "keyed" typed switches are prohibited."

Also, they apparently want it in an NHRA approved plastic box...

In everyone's experience, what is the likelihood this will be enforced to this degree on a test and tune day?

Also, my helmet is circa 1997. How anal retentive to they get with SNELL ratings?

Any insight would be a great help because I have limited time to prepare.

Thanks

[Kracka]

Last time I was there anything would pass tech; but that was probably 2003.

[Goat Blower]

Nope, they will call you on the rear switch, I'm not sure about the box although I had the Moroso one when I had the rear mount. And they will definitely call you on the helmet. I got away with it a few times be the tech guy finally said next time Snell 2000 or better, or no racing. That was 2005.

[Goat Blower]

If forgot to ask what you run? 13's they don't care as much, 12's or better, they do.

[Tachyon]

Thanks for the replies.

Steve,

I've never ran this particular car, but I am guessing it will be mid to high 12's judging by the setup and various street encounters.

I'll rig up a switch for sure, but I'm not certain if I am going to be able to find a helmet and battery box in time. Any vendor recommendations?

[Kracka]

Any motorcycle dealer in town will have plenty of helmets in stock. As for the battery box call MAP and DB.

[JET]

They are pretty picky, I doubt they will let you run. If you head to one of the Iowa tracks you would be fine though.

[Goat Blower]

Yep, in Iowa, if you paid your track fee, you passed inspection.

[Tachyon]

Thanks for the input guys --I really appreciate it.

Yea... I lived in Iowa for a while and know their police are bat-shit crazy on out of state cars so I'm not even going to chance that.

I have no problems conforming to the rules of the track, but I realistically do not have enough time to hit this weekend. I think I will wait for October 11th and I should have everything ready for then. Perhaps I could even entice a few others from here to tag along at that time.

Thanks again!

[Kevin 1G Drummer]

October 11th is the cruise. I was also thinking about heading out to RF this weekend.