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*Milk 1027* · 03-07-2011, 09:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mlee

Depends on who they is... Pretty sure the answer will need to come from Firebird.

Why buy it if you know it won't be good everywhere.

SFI 31.2/2005 is another rating tech looks for on the inside of the helmet.

Because Blair at Pfadt was the one that said a DOT approved helmet was ok. I wasn't aware of the other 1/4 mile rules. If that's the case, them I'm returning my helmet and getting my refunf for the Pfadt track day, I am not spending $100 + on a helmet that I will only use occassionally.

*mlee* · 03-07-2011, 09:37 PM

The track is SCCA certified so the rules should be:

Snell – SA2005, M2005, K2005, SA2000, M2000, K98, SA95, M95
SFI – 31.1A, 31.2A, 41.1A, 41.2A

BSI – BS6658-85 type A/FR

Silver2SSRS6spd · 03-07-2011, 09:42 PM

Here's the general rules that most tracks use. These are from the 2011 NHRA rule book.

I was warned to get a racing jacket that is SFI 3.2A/1 rated. I found one online for $80 at OG racing. You may need one of these if you are running forced induction. Some tracks may let you slide, it's better to be safe than sorry. I will lend my jacket to anyone at the fest in a jam at the fest, just look me up.

*Milk 1027* · 03-07-2011, 09:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mlee

The track is SCCA certified so the rules should be:

Snell – SA2005, M2005, K2005, SA2000, M2000, K98, SA95, M95
SFI – 31.1A, 31.2A, 41.1A, 41.2A

BSI – BS6658-85 type A/FR

So, that means I'm going to return my helmet and get my refund.
I wish someone would have said something, when I posted the helmet that I was getting. Kinda ticks me off.

pogiskier · 03-07-2011, 10:44 PM

Hey Milk 1027 before you give up. I was told on the phone by Pfadt that if you didn't have a helmet that you could most likly rent one at the track. I think that the racing school there will rent you one for a day or two. you should call them and see what they would charge.

Revo1 · 03-07-2011, 10:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Milk 1027

Because Blair at Pfadt was the one that said a DOT approved helmet was ok. I wasn't aware of the other 1/4 mile rules. If that's the case, them I'm returning my helmet and getting my refunf for the Pfadt track day, I am not spending $100 + on a helmet that I will only use occassionally.

Anyone come across any deals? Cant afford an expensive helmet...

*Milk 1027* · 03-07-2011, 10:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pogiskier

Hey Milk 1027 before you give up. I was told on the phone by Pfadt that if you didn't have a helmet that you could most likly rent one at the track. I think that the racing school there will rent you one for a day or two. you should call them and see what they would charge.

The thing is, I'm bringing two cars. I'm already on the fence on whether I should just leave my car at home. This put me over.

So Cal Camaro · 03-07-2011, 11:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Revo1

Anyone come across any deals? Cant afford an expensive helmet...

I just bought a open face Race Quip SA 2005 helmet on closeout for $130 shipped from DougHerbert.com.

I have a full face helmet too, but for the AutoCross, gonna try the open face this time.

OUR72GTO · 03-07-2011, 11:25 PM

Is there a list of comp classes?

ie Ladies pure stock LLT?

Revo1 · 03-08-2011, 12:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by So Cal Camaro

I just bought a open face Race Quip SA 2005 helmet on closeout for $130 shipped from DougHerbert.com.

I have a full face helmet too, but for the AutoCross, gonna try the open face this time.

Yeah that's way out of my price range... I'll be trolling Craigslist for sure

Whereabouts in SFV are you man? I grew up in Granada Hills

WadeWilson · 03-09-2011, 07:58 PM

My helmet arrived today.

Revo1 · 03-09-2011, 09:14 PM

Looks good bro! Should match Sinister nicely

SA CHEVY · 03-10-2011, 11:04 PM

Okay just came across this thread....Milk and Revo both relax, I got both of you...for Milk, send yours back and get your refund and Ben I have a helmet...I've got two, one dirtbike and one regular and both are DOT approved helmets...as both of you aren't probably going to be running at the same time you can both use the regular assuming a LARGE works for you...hopefully this will help you guys out a bit...

Revo1 · 03-10-2011, 11:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SA CHEVY

Okay just came across this thread....Milk and Revo both relax, I got both of you...for Milk, send yours back and get your refund and Ben I have a helmet...I've got two, one dirtbike and one regular and both are DOT approved helmets...as both of you aren't probably going to be running at the same time you can both use the regular assuming a LARGE works for you...hopefully this will help you guys out a bit...

Dude you're awesome!! That's a load off, thanks brotha!

03-07-2011, 09:37 PM	#30
mlee CamaroFans.com Drives: ZLE & ZR2 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Conroe, TX Posts: 37,496 View My Garage	The track is SCCA certified so the rules should be: Snell – SA2005, M2005, K2005, SA2000, M2000, K98, SA95, M95 SFI – 31.1A, 31.2A, 41.1A, 41.2A BSI – BS6658-85 type A/FR Attached Images __________________

03-07-2011, 09:42 PM	#31
Silver2SSRS6spd Prefer to be blown! Drives: 2010 Silver/Black 2SS/RS Manual Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Nor-Cal Posts: 2,677 View My Garage	Here's the general rules that most tracks use. These are from the 2011 NHRA rule book. I was warned to get a racing jacket that is SFI 3.2A/1 rated. I found one online for $80 at OG racing. You may need one of these if you are running forced induction. Some tracks may let you slide, it's better to be safe than sorry. I will lend my jacket to anyone at the fest in a jam at the fest, just look me up. Attached Images __________________ MagnaCharger TVS-2300 550rwhp 540 rwt and a radical suspension under the car.

03-07-2011, 10:44 PM	#33
pogiskier Drives: 2011 camaro 2ss black,hurst shifter Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Logan, UT Posts: 307	Hey Milk 1027 before you give up. I was told on the phone by Pfadt that if you didn't have a helmet that you could most likly rent one at the track. I think that the racing school there will rent you one for a day or two. you should call them and see what they would charge. __________________

03-07-2011, 11:25 PM	#37
OUR72GTO 2010 SIM Beige RS 6M Drives: SIM RS 6M 66 Corvair Silverado LTZ Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Kamloops,British Columbia Posts: 4,677	Is there a list of comp classes? ie Ladies pure stock LLT? __________________ CAMARO.. 2010 The Heart Beat is back in CHEVROLET Now let's put it back in America

03-09-2011, 07:58 PM	#39
WadeWilson How U Doin? Drives: 2014 CTS-V Coupe Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Californication Posts: 24,156 View My Garage	My helmet arrived today. Attached Images Last edited by WadeWilson; 03-09-2011 at 09:05 PM.

03-09-2011, 09:14 PM	#40
Revo1 Don't Like it? Suggit. Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Fresno, CA Posts: 14,832 View My Garage	Looks good bro! Should match Sinister nicely __________________ "Tops off, tach up baby- loud and proud!" A Camaro lover from day one- 1996 3.8 V6 Camaro, to 1996 5.7 LT1 Camaro Z28, to the sold 2002 5.7 LS1 Camaro SS, and NOW, a [I]6.2 L99 VR 2SS/RS: XS Power stainless full exhaust, Airaid CAI, BMR drop springs and sways, custom tune by Cal Speed- 411rwhp

03-10-2011, 11:04 PM	#41
SA CHEVY "HILLARY" Drives: "HILLARY" :D Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Bakersfield Posts: 1,922 View My Garage	Okay just came across this thread....Milk and Revo both relax, I got both of you...for Milk, send yours back and get your refund and Ben I have a helmet...I've got two, one dirtbike and one regular and both are DOT approved helmets...as both of you aren't probably going to be running at the same time you can both use the regular assuming a LARGE works for you...hopefully this will help you guys out a bit... __________________ 2010 Camaro SS2 L99 Aircharger, Straightpiped, DT long tubes, Dyno tune by Cal Speed 384 HP & 392 Ft/Lbs. 13.203 @ 107.13 mph at Camaro5FestII

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