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The DHRA Utah Diesel Nationals take place at Rocky Mountain Raceway (RMR) in West Valley City, Utah, on August 16, 2008.
This event is organized and operated by DieselSport Promotions and Diesel Hot Rod Association, Inc.
The event began in 2007 when DHRA took their series out “west”. The first event was held at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Shortly after the event, a review of the tech cards revealed the location of the majority of the participants came from Utah. That fact, combined with the amount of entertainment competition in the Las Vegas forced officials from DHRA to take a closer look at the placement of the western national event. Our journey didn’t take long to land at Rocky Mountain Raceway because of the relationship Co-founder Eric McBride already had with Drag Strip Manager Ron Craft. They met when Eric was asked to assist Edge Products to put on an employee appreciation event that sparked into “Weekend on the Edge”. This event took place at Rocky Mountain Raceway.
General Information
Rocky Mountain Raceway information located at: http://www.rmrracing.com/
Competition
There are drag racing, sled pulling competitions, dyno, truck show, and burnout contests. The following competition classes will run:
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DieselPower! Additives
Drag Racing |
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DieselPower! Additives
Sled Pulling |
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ET Bracket |
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Work Stock |
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Quick Diesel |
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Street Diesel |
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Pro Street 2wd & 4wd |
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Super Street |
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Pro Stock & Top Diesel |
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Pro Mod & Super Modified |
Show ‘n’ Shine Competition
Hosted by Custom Auto of Idaho Falls. If you aren't into drag racing or sled pulling, shine up those gorgeous trucks and put them on display for the magazines! Best of Show will be judged and awarded.
Burnout Contest
The Mickey Thompson Burnout Contest allows participants to chock up and burn rubber for 30 seconds. The crowd favorite will receive $100 cold hard cash and a $250 gift certificate towards Mickey Thompson tires or wheels; second place earns $50 and a case of oil and third place will enjoy $25 along with a gift certificate from Rockauto.com. This contest will also be hosted by Custom Auto of Idaho Falls.
Dyno Competition
Jefferson State Diesel Inc. $75 for 3 runs on the dyno. Dynojet 248.
Schedule - Note: Schedule is tentative and may change without notice
| 9 AM |
Gates Open; DHRA Registration Opens; drag racing tech opens |
| 9 AM |
DHRA Tech Opens and closes (Drag Racing) |
| 9:30 AM |
Track Opens for Timed runs |
| 11:30 AM |
Pro Street and QD Qualify Round 1 |
| 12:30 PM |
Pro Street and QD Qualify Round 2 |
| 1 PM |
DHRA Tech Opens and closes (Sled Pulling) |
| 1:30 PM |
Drag Racing Eliminations |
| 2 PM |
Sled line-up begins |
| 3:45 PM |
Sled Pulling Drivers meeting |
| 4 PM |
Sled Pulls begin, Pro Exhibitions |
| 4 PM |
Show and Shine judging |
| 5 PM |
Show and Shine winners announced |
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Awards Ceremony in the pits |
Spectator Fees
$20 Adults per day
$5 Youth (5-12 years old)
4 and under are free
Active duty military are free with ID card
Participant Fees
$50 - drag racing or sled pulling
$10 - Burnout Contest
$10 - Show ‘n’ Shine
Lodging
Click here to locate lodging.
The Diesel Hot Rod Association has blocked twenty five (25) rooms at the Comfort Hotel, located at 200 North Admiral Byrd Rd, Salt Lake City, UT 84116. The special DHRA rate is $67.99 per night plus tax. The Comfort Hotel is located 15 minutes from the Rocky Mountain Raceway.
To reserve your room and receive your special rate, please call the hotel at 801-746-5200 and mention the DHRA. Hurry while rooms are still available.
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