Wilkey
11-24-2002, 12:18 AM
The new street stang class....
STREET STANG
Reserved for 1986 and later Ford Mustangs. This is basically a showroom stock class with minor bolt-on modifications. A Competition Factor which may require the adjustment of weight or other restrictions or requirements to a particular competition combination may be used at any time in the interest of safety as well as keeping competition even. Heads up, no break out, .500 Pro Tree eliminations. Burn outs across starting line prohibited. All-run field with random pairing. Class designation S/S followed by AAP number.
ENGINE:
CYLINDER HEADS
Stock, OEM, un-modified cylinder heads as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle.
CYLINDER BLOCK
Stock, OEM, un-modified cylinder block and internal components as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle. Clean-up over bore of .030 inches maximum permitted with stock type replacement pistons.
INDUCTION SYSTEM
Stock, OEM, unmodified induction system as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle. The following bolt-on aftermarket components permitted: GT-40/Cobra intake manifold (5.0L), 76MM mass air meter (5.0L), 80MM mass air meter (4.6L), 70MM throttle body, fuel pressure regulator (bolted to the stock fuel rails), fuel injectors, one half (1/2) inch spacer between upper/lower manifold, air filter and cold air pipe. Ram air prohibited. No modifications to any part of the intake manifold permitted.
CAMSHAFT
Stock, OEM camshaft, lifters, and pushrods as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle required. Aluminum 1.7 rocker arms permitted (5.0L).
EXHAUST SYSTEM
The following bolt-on aftermarket components permitted. Shorty style replacement headers (1 5/8 inch), replacement H-pipe or X-pipe (2 1/2" maximum diameter) and replacement mufflers in the stock, OEM location. Emissions equipment, catalytic converters optional. Tail pipes optional.
ENGINE SETBACK
Not permitted, must be in the stock location. Solid engine mounts prohibited.
FUEL / FUEL CHECK
Gasoline will be the only fuel permitted. Fuel checks, using calibrated equipment, will be performed at random times during the event. Driver's must state exactly the fuel they are using. All measurements of chemical content will be compared with the manufacturer's specifications for that particular fuel. Fuels must be used as blended by the manufacturer with no additives, no mixing with other fuel, and no deviation from condition as delivered. Any variation may be grounds for disqualification. Fuel checks will be performed without advance notice.
FUEL SYSTEM
Stock, OEM, un-modified fuel tank and fuel lines as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle required. Aftermarket in-tank fuel pump permitted.
RADIATOR
Stock, OEM, un-modified cooling system, including radiator, water pump and fan as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle required. Water pump, alternator and A/C compressor must be connected and operable by crank driven belt at all times. Aftermarket under-drive pulleys permitted.
NITROUS OXIDE
No nitrous oxide system component permitted on vehicle at any time.
SUPERCHARGERS / TURBOCHARGERS
Not permitted, even if factory equipped.
DRIVE TRAIN:
CLUTCH
Clutch release must be manually operated by the driver's foot. Stock, OEM clutch and flywheel required.
REAR END
Stock, OEM, un-modified rear end housing as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle required. Aftermarket axles and any ratio ring and pinion ratio permitted.
TRANSMISSION, AUTOMATIC
Stock, OEM, un-modified AOD or AOD-E transmission as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle required. No internal modifications permitted. Aftermarket shifter permitted. Aftermarket converters or flexplates prohibited.
TRANSMISSION, MANUAL
Stock, OEM, un-modified 5-speed transmission as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle required. Aftermarket shifter permitted.
BRAKES & SUSPENSION:
BRAKES
Stock, OEM, un-modified brakes required on all four wheels.
STEERING
Stock, OEM, un-modified power steering required. Power steering pump must be connected and belt driven at all times. Short belt that bypasses the power steering pump prohibited.
SUSPENSION
Other than aftermarket lowering springs and aftermarket replacement 50/50 shocks and struts, all other suspension components must remain stock OEM and un-modified as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle. Aftermarket replacement, non adjustable upper and lower rear control arms permitted. Stock or aftermarket anti sway bars required, front and rear.
FRAME:
BALLAST
Permitted. Must be properly mounted. Loose ballast strictly prohibited.
BUMPERS
Stock, OEM front and rear bumpers as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle required. Inner bumper brackets, braces and 5-MPH impact structure required.
FRAME
Stock OEM front and rear sub frames required. Sub frame connectors permitted.
WHEELBASE
Stock OEM wheelbase required.
TIRES & WHEELS:
TIRES & WHEELS
Any wheels permitted. Wheel diameter, off-set and rim width must be the same, front and rear. DOT approved street radials required, front and rear. Drag radial tires designed for competition prohibited. Maximum measured tread width is eight and one half (8 1/2) inches of actual ground contact. Tread pattern must maintain minimum of one eighth (1/8) inch depth for tread grooves. Tire size (sidewall markings) must be the same, front and rear.
INTERIOR:
UPHOLSTERY
Must have stock, OEM full interior as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle including front and rear seats, console, dashboard and full carpeting. Full sound deadening material under the carpet and behind the firewall must be in place.
BODY:
BODY
Must be 1986 or later Ford Mustang. Saleen or any other similar low production vehicles must be pre-approved by AAP prior to running in competition. Stock, steel production body required. Lightweight components not delivered from the factory prohibited. Non approved alterations or customizing to gain an advantage is prohibited.
FENDERS
Front and rear fender opening must be the same as stock. Inner rear fender wells must remain unmodified from OEM stock.
DOORS
Stock, OEM doors must be functional and operable from inside and outside. Must maintain OEM external door handles.
FIREWALL / ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Stock OEM, un-modified firewall, front strut towers, radiator bulkhead and inner fender well side panels must be maintained.
FLOOR
Stock OEM floor required.
GRILLE
Must be stock production grille for body used and may not be closed off.
HOOD / SCOOP
Stock, OEM, un-modified hood as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle required. Aftermarket hinged cowl induction hood (3 inch max) permitted. Hood pins permitted at front of hood. Lift off hoods prohibited.
SPOILERS
Stock, OEM front and rear spoilers as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle required.
STREET EQUIPMENT
Stock OEM sealed beam headlights, taillights, turn signals, windshield wipers, A/C and all other as delivered accessories are required and must be functional and operational. Emissions pump optional.
WINDSHIELD / WINDOWS
Stock production windshield and windows mandatory. Windows must be functional.
ELECTRICAL:
BATTERY
Maximum of one battery in stock location required.
DELAY BOXES / DEVICES
Any starting line aid prohibited.
COMPUTER / DATA RECORDER
Stock, OEM, un-modified engine management system as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle required. Approved aftermarket plug-in "chips" permitted.
SUPPORT GROUP:
FIRE EXTINGUISHER SYSTEM
Recommended.
TOW VEHICLES
Not permitted.
DRIVER:
CREDENTIALS
MUST MEET HOST TRACK'S SANCTIONING BODY (NHRA / IHRA) REQUIREMENTS. Permanent AAP numbers not required. All vehicles must have valid state license plates and vehicle registration.
DRIVER
All applicable driver safety equipment required.
SANCTIONING BODY RULEBOOKS
All participants must be familiar with and abide by all rules, regulations and procedures defined in the appropriate sanctioning body's Official Rulebooks affiliated with the host track (IHRA or NHRA), and also any and all applicable SFI Specs, which are made part of the Rulebook.
WEIGHTS / DISPLACEMENTS:
All minimum weights include driver, measured at the conclusion of a run.
Minimum Weight Power Adder Maximum Displacement, block type
n/a none 306 cubic inches, Small Block only
n/a none 286 cubic inches, 2V Mod Motor only
STREET STANG
Reserved for 1986 and later Ford Mustangs. This is basically a showroom stock class with minor bolt-on modifications. A Competition Factor which may require the adjustment of weight or other restrictions or requirements to a particular competition combination may be used at any time in the interest of safety as well as keeping competition even. Heads up, no break out, .500 Pro Tree eliminations. Burn outs across starting line prohibited. All-run field with random pairing. Class designation S/S followed by AAP number.
ENGINE:
CYLINDER HEADS
Stock, OEM, un-modified cylinder heads as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle.
CYLINDER BLOCK
Stock, OEM, un-modified cylinder block and internal components as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle. Clean-up over bore of .030 inches maximum permitted with stock type replacement pistons.
INDUCTION SYSTEM
Stock, OEM, unmodified induction system as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle. The following bolt-on aftermarket components permitted: GT-40/Cobra intake manifold (5.0L), 76MM mass air meter (5.0L), 80MM mass air meter (4.6L), 70MM throttle body, fuel pressure regulator (bolted to the stock fuel rails), fuel injectors, one half (1/2) inch spacer between upper/lower manifold, air filter and cold air pipe. Ram air prohibited. No modifications to any part of the intake manifold permitted.
CAMSHAFT
Stock, OEM camshaft, lifters, and pushrods as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle required. Aluminum 1.7 rocker arms permitted (5.0L).
EXHAUST SYSTEM
The following bolt-on aftermarket components permitted. Shorty style replacement headers (1 5/8 inch), replacement H-pipe or X-pipe (2 1/2" maximum diameter) and replacement mufflers in the stock, OEM location. Emissions equipment, catalytic converters optional. Tail pipes optional.
ENGINE SETBACK
Not permitted, must be in the stock location. Solid engine mounts prohibited.
FUEL / FUEL CHECK
Gasoline will be the only fuel permitted. Fuel checks, using calibrated equipment, will be performed at random times during the event. Driver's must state exactly the fuel they are using. All measurements of chemical content will be compared with the manufacturer's specifications for that particular fuel. Fuels must be used as blended by the manufacturer with no additives, no mixing with other fuel, and no deviation from condition as delivered. Any variation may be grounds for disqualification. Fuel checks will be performed without advance notice.
FUEL SYSTEM
Stock, OEM, un-modified fuel tank and fuel lines as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle required. Aftermarket in-tank fuel pump permitted.
RADIATOR
Stock, OEM, un-modified cooling system, including radiator, water pump and fan as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle required. Water pump, alternator and A/C compressor must be connected and operable by crank driven belt at all times. Aftermarket under-drive pulleys permitted.
NITROUS OXIDE
No nitrous oxide system component permitted on vehicle at any time.
SUPERCHARGERS / TURBOCHARGERS
Not permitted, even if factory equipped.
DRIVE TRAIN:
CLUTCH
Clutch release must be manually operated by the driver's foot. Stock, OEM clutch and flywheel required.
REAR END
Stock, OEM, un-modified rear end housing as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle required. Aftermarket axles and any ratio ring and pinion ratio permitted.
TRANSMISSION, AUTOMATIC
Stock, OEM, un-modified AOD or AOD-E transmission as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle required. No internal modifications permitted. Aftermarket shifter permitted. Aftermarket converters or flexplates prohibited.
TRANSMISSION, MANUAL
Stock, OEM, un-modified 5-speed transmission as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle required. Aftermarket shifter permitted.
BRAKES & SUSPENSION:
BRAKES
Stock, OEM, un-modified brakes required on all four wheels.
STEERING
Stock, OEM, un-modified power steering required. Power steering pump must be connected and belt driven at all times. Short belt that bypasses the power steering pump prohibited.
SUSPENSION
Other than aftermarket lowering springs and aftermarket replacement 50/50 shocks and struts, all other suspension components must remain stock OEM and un-modified as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle. Aftermarket replacement, non adjustable upper and lower rear control arms permitted. Stock or aftermarket anti sway bars required, front and rear.
FRAME:
BALLAST
Permitted. Must be properly mounted. Loose ballast strictly prohibited.
BUMPERS
Stock, OEM front and rear bumpers as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle required. Inner bumper brackets, braces and 5-MPH impact structure required.
FRAME
Stock OEM front and rear sub frames required. Sub frame connectors permitted.
WHEELBASE
Stock OEM wheelbase required.
TIRES & WHEELS:
TIRES & WHEELS
Any wheels permitted. Wheel diameter, off-set and rim width must be the same, front and rear. DOT approved street radials required, front and rear. Drag radial tires designed for competition prohibited. Maximum measured tread width is eight and one half (8 1/2) inches of actual ground contact. Tread pattern must maintain minimum of one eighth (1/8) inch depth for tread grooves. Tire size (sidewall markings) must be the same, front and rear.
INTERIOR:
UPHOLSTERY
Must have stock, OEM full interior as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle including front and rear seats, console, dashboard and full carpeting. Full sound deadening material under the carpet and behind the firewall must be in place.
BODY:
BODY
Must be 1986 or later Ford Mustang. Saleen or any other similar low production vehicles must be pre-approved by AAP prior to running in competition. Stock, steel production body required. Lightweight components not delivered from the factory prohibited. Non approved alterations or customizing to gain an advantage is prohibited.
FENDERS
Front and rear fender opening must be the same as stock. Inner rear fender wells must remain unmodified from OEM stock.
DOORS
Stock, OEM doors must be functional and operable from inside and outside. Must maintain OEM external door handles.
FIREWALL / ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Stock OEM, un-modified firewall, front strut towers, radiator bulkhead and inner fender well side panels must be maintained.
FLOOR
Stock OEM floor required.
GRILLE
Must be stock production grille for body used and may not be closed off.
HOOD / SCOOP
Stock, OEM, un-modified hood as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle required. Aftermarket hinged cowl induction hood (3 inch max) permitted. Hood pins permitted at front of hood. Lift off hoods prohibited.
SPOILERS
Stock, OEM front and rear spoilers as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle required.
STREET EQUIPMENT
Stock OEM sealed beam headlights, taillights, turn signals, windshield wipers, A/C and all other as delivered accessories are required and must be functional and operational. Emissions pump optional.
WINDSHIELD / WINDOWS
Stock production windshield and windows mandatory. Windows must be functional.
ELECTRICAL:
BATTERY
Maximum of one battery in stock location required.
DELAY BOXES / DEVICES
Any starting line aid prohibited.
COMPUTER / DATA RECORDER
Stock, OEM, un-modified engine management system as delivered from the factory for that year vehicle required. Approved aftermarket plug-in "chips" permitted.
SUPPORT GROUP:
FIRE EXTINGUISHER SYSTEM
Recommended.
TOW VEHICLES
Not permitted.
DRIVER:
CREDENTIALS
MUST MEET HOST TRACK'S SANCTIONING BODY (NHRA / IHRA) REQUIREMENTS. Permanent AAP numbers not required. All vehicles must have valid state license plates and vehicle registration.
DRIVER
All applicable driver safety equipment required.
SANCTIONING BODY RULEBOOKS
All participants must be familiar with and abide by all rules, regulations and procedures defined in the appropriate sanctioning body's Official Rulebooks affiliated with the host track (IHRA or NHRA), and also any and all applicable SFI Specs, which are made part of the Rulebook.
WEIGHTS / DISPLACEMENTS:
All minimum weights include driver, measured at the conclusion of a run.
Minimum Weight Power Adder Maximum Displacement, block type
n/a none 306 cubic inches, Small Block only
n/a none 286 cubic inches, 2V Mod Motor only