LIMITED STREET CLASS BULLETIN
Regarding “DOT” Tire Sizing
July 3rd & 4th RPM BASH Event
For Immediate Release June 17, 2009
 Class rules for the BASH event were created approximately 10 months ago, in light of certain recent developments between Drag Radial and Limited Street rules within the industry we felt it necessary to clarify a potential grey area within the BASH Limited Street rules regarding Tire Sizes.
Tire Designation within the Limited Street class Rules for the July 3rd & 4th BASH event states:
"Tires: Any slick up to a 30 x 10.5" sidewall designation allowed. "W" tires are not permitted. DOT tires up to a 12.50" sidewall (or equivalent) designation are permitted."
Since the BASH rules state a 12.50 inch sidewall designation for a "DOT tire" and no specific mm designation for a DOT Radial tire, which by definition in this rule is still a "DOT Tire" and would be permitted in the class, we will clarify this using industry accepted and published tire sizing specifications which also list equivalents between the two types of tires. This will hopefully prevent any type of raceday misunderstandings with the class rules regarding tires.
In direct contact with the tire manufacturer as well as consulting these written materials we have determined the following:
The 30x12.5-15LT ET Street has a 13.3" Sidewall Width and 10.2" Tread Width as measured on a 10" rim (Diameter is 30")
The P295/65R15 DOT Radial has an 11.9" (smaller) Sidewall Width and 10.9" (larger) Tread Width as measured on a smaller 8.5" rim. (diameter is 30")
As written in tire sizing documents and confirmed by the tire manufacturer these two tires are considered "as close as possible to one another" and actually listed as "equivalent" in the published sizing charts. Given this, the maximum DOT Radial tire designation permitted in the Limited Street class would be 295.
For comparison - The P315/60R15 DOT Radial is listed as the following: 12.9" Sidewall Width, 11.9" Tread Width as measured on a 9.5" rim. (Diameter is 30") and lists the 30x13.5-15LT as its "equivalent" within the same published sizing chart.
With the event so close and different tires being involved we feel this is the only fair way to determine what will be permitted in the Limited Street class as a DOT tire and prevent any type of confusion if the situation arises. There are lots of variables depending on the width of rim that the tire is mounted on, but these would apply to both types of tires and please understand that we are attempting to serve only this single event and prevent a potential misunderstanding for this event only.
The BASH hosted a separate Drag Radial and Limited Street class to meet the overall environment when the rules for the event were created and work to please both groups of racers. We encourage ingenuity among racers, advancements in performance and welcome racers to run in the class that they choose provided they fit within the rules of that class.
NationWide Tents N Events Welcomes Racers and Fans To July Long Weekend Drag Race Event
For Immediate Release June 1, 2009
"The place will be filled with cars, fans, racing action and a whole lot more," exclaimed RPM's Tony Weber, who also happens to be a strong force behind the RPM Magazine Birthday BASH event. "We (RPM Magazine) will be greeting racers, fans, sponsors and advertisers at the BASH's "NationWide Tents N Events Welcome Area". www.nationwidetents.com 1-800-424-TENT
The Official BASH Welcome Area will be front and center as soon as you enter the event gates and you will be able to meet and greet most of the main RPM Staff including our Editors, Photojournalists, Creators, Sales and Marketing Team and more. You will also be able to grab a free copy of RPM, check out some of the Limited Edition event apparel available, see the photography and art of Tony & Sherrie Weber's Minds Eye Motorsports, as well as view the prizes for the various Charity draws going on  throughout the course of the event.
Also, on Saturday afternoon, Senior Drag Race Editor Ian Rae will be hosting a FREE "Motorsports Photography" seminar in style beneath the NationWide supplied 40x60 tent. This seminar is open to everyone! Whether you're using a point and shoot or professional camera you'll have fun learning and exchanging information and techniques and hone your action motorsports photography skills. This is a hands-on seminar so bring your camera!
Then, on Saturday evening under the tent, RPM Magazine and Emerald Coast's Supercooler Dragway will host the Mark Bugera Memorial Bolt-On Performance MEET THE STARS BBQ,
Here, fans are invited to meet the Stars who drive the cars at the BASH event as well as interact with event sponsors and RPM staff. Racers are treated to a special meal and food will also be available for all attendees and fans to purchase during the evening.
 "The NationWide Tents N Events Welcome Area will be the hub of much of the activity during the BASH," continues Weber. "So be sure to drop by and say hi or take part in one of the many things happening under the big tent. We hope to see you there!"
ANY TIME, ANY PLACE! NationWide Tents N Events is located at 6975 Navarre Pkwy in Navarre, Florida and can be reached at www.nationwidetents.com 1-800-424-TENT or locally at 850-232-5731.
NationWide Tents N Events is a full service company and has every product in the tent rental and event services industry to make your event a success time after time. NationWide services Weddings, Corporate/Government Functions, Festivals & Special Events, Boating Events and even offers Inflatable games!
"No event is too big or too small at Nationwide Tents N Events. Our highly trained team of event coordinators make sure every event is set up on time and in excellent condition. Our in-house staff and on-site coordinators are polite and proficient welcoming any questions you or your guests may have. Whether your planning an event for thousands or a party for friends."
COUNTRY INN & SUITES OF CRESTVIEW, FLORIDA JOINS AS OFFICIAL HOST HOTEL FOR THE BASH!
"Let Everyone know!" Exclaimed event organizers of the RPM Magazine Birthday Bash presented by Lucas Oil Products (July  3rd & 4th), "We have an Official Host Hotel that has come to the table with incredible rates for anyone attending the RPM/Emerald Coast's Supercooler Dragway Independence Day Weekend event."
To get the highest quality, most up-to-date and BEST RATE on accommodations for the exciting action-packed July 3rd & 4th RPM Birthday Bash Event all you need to do is contact the Country Inn & Suites Crestview at 850-306-2020 or online at http://www.countryinns.com/crestviewfl and Ask for the RPM Birthday Bash Rate which is Only $85/night (including 1 king bed or 2 queen beds and a Buffet Breakfast!)
The Country Inn & Suites Crestview is a stunning new facility located at 235 Rasberry Rd., Crestview, FL just 10 minutes from Emerald Coast's Supercooler Dragway, the site of the RPM Bash Event. The hotel is also close to All amenities and provides guests with an Outdoor Pool, Jacuzzi, Fitness Area and More!
WHAT IS THE BASH EVENT?
Experience A weekend of High Power Drag Race Action At Emerald Coast's Supercooler Dragway, just 1/2 hour from the sugar-white sand beaches of the gulf coast of Florida!
We've got it all!
- 3,000 horsepower Pro Mods
- On-The-Edge Insane Drag Radial cars
- Wild Limited Street, and Now
The Outlaw Real Street 5.70 cars are in the house too!
PLUS: A Chevy vs. World race
- Saturday night Meet The Stars Night In The NationWide Tent N - Events Welcome Area (come mingle with the Racers of The Bash!)
- FREE Fireworks for EVERYONE Saturday Night!
- Lots of giveaways and prizes both days!
- PLUS A FREE Motorsports Photography Seminar on Saturday Afternoon for FANS & RACERS!
For more information log onto www.rpm-mag.com and follow the "Bash" event banner at the top of the page. There are both Racer and Fan pages set up with all the latest event information.
The RPM Magazine BIRTHDAY BASH EVENT is proudly presented by Lucas Oil Products!
Hope to see YOU JULY 3rd & 4th at Emerald Coast's Supercooler Dragway, Holt, Florida!
Click here to view the rules and payouts at www.rpm-mag.com just follow the Event Link at the top of the RPM Home Page.
Please visit Lucas Oil Products at www.lucasoil.ca & www.lucasoilproducts.com
EMERALD COAST DRAGWAY ANNOUNCES PURSE INCREASE, A NEW CLASS FOR RPM BIRTHDAY EVENT AND MORE!
For Immediate Release April 15, 2009
"We paid a recent visit to Emerald Coast Dragway and were greeted with far more than just open arms!", exclaims RPM Magazine Editor In Chief, Chris Biro. "These folks are top notch and they are so excited about the RPM Magazine Birthday Bash Event presented by Lucas Oil Products (July 3rd & 4th, 2009) being held at their facility that they wanted everyone to know just how excited."
 "I can't tell you how great we feel about this event," commented Richard Stephens, Owner of Emerald Coast. "We purchased the facility just last year and have been making all these changes and upgrades, this event coming here is a big shot in the arm to let everyone know we have a great place to race, and a great place to come watch racing." Kelly Stephens (facility Co-owner and Richard's wife) jumped in; " In fact, we are so excited we would like to formally announce an increase in the Winners purse in our Pro Modified class to $5,000! On top of that we want to offer a $1,000 cash bonus to ANY Pro Modified Team who beats our current track Record in the class!"
The current Pro Modified record for the eighth-mile facility, located just a short jaunt from the sugar-white sand beaches of the Gulf Coast, is held by none other than Florida's own Mike Neal who stopped the clocks with a stout 3.940 ET. Think YOU got what it takes? Come out and be part of the fun as that is what the RPM Magazine Birthday Bash Event is all about... It's A Celebration Of Drag Racing!
 "This place (Emerald Coast Dragway) was spotless, and run like a well oiled machine," Biro continued. "We had a chance to meet not just the people involved with the facility ownership and operations but a very diverse group of racers right from Pro Modified and Pro Stock to Street Machines and Bracket Racers, all saying that the Stephens' 'look after them like nothing they have experienced before'. As a racer you need to come out and enjoy a little less stress, a little less pressure and a lot more enjoyment in an event. As a fan you just need to come out and enjoy the good times! Come share the in the Emerald Coast Dragway experience to celebrate Independence Day and the 10th Anniversary Of fast doorslammer Drag Racing's top-rated magazine. We've got a whole lot more than just Drag Racing planned for THE RPM BASH, July 3 & 4th, and we hope to see you there."
 Then, the Stephens' dropped another bomb shell on the RPM staff during their visit when they announced that they were now adding their OUTLAW REAL STREET 5.70 class to the weekend lineup! "We've been hoping for this since the day The Bash was announced at EC (Emerald Coast Dragway)," said Tony Weber, Field Media Operations Director and Special Events Manager for RPM Magazine. "This is a group of fast doorslammer racers that support this facility 110%, and we support them. These guys are real wild, real fast and are an incredible addition to an already exciting show. We want to personally invite them all to the event." officially the Outlaw Real Street class will be part of the July weekend event, the standard Emerald Coast class rules and payouts will be posted over coming weeks at both the RPM Magazine and Emerald Coast websites.
RPM Magazine in conjunction with Emerald Coast Dragway will host 4 classes of fast-paced heads-up racing action; Pro Modified Outlaw, Limited Street, Drag Radial Outlaw and now Outlaw Real Street 5.70. Class rules and information can be found at www.rpm-mag.com Just click on the event logo at the top of the home page. There is also a planned Chevy vs. The World Bracket event!
On top of all that Outlaw Drag Racing action, as part of the RPM Magazine Birthday Bash Event presented by Lucas Oil Products (July 3rd & 4th, 2009) there will be a midway of interactive displays, a FREE Meet The Stars Racer BBQ, a FREE Motorsports Photography Seminar on Saturday, FREE Fireworks Saturday Night and a whole lot more.... stay tuned!
Click here to view the rules and payouts at www.rpm-mag.com just follow the Event Link at the top of the RPM Home Page.
Please visit Lucas Oil Products at www.lucasoilproducts.ca & www.lucasoilproducts.com
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