Check these Exciting Changes in Street Outlaws: New Screw Blower Weight Breaks in No Prep Kings!
Street Outlaws fans, buckle up! The No Prep Kings (NPK) series is introducing a thrilling new development that promises to shake up the competition. In a recent announcement, the series revealed a significant change for screw blower setups, introducing a weight reduction that could dramatically alter race dynamics. Here’s what you need to know about these exciting updates and what they mean for the racers and the fans.
Understanding the New Weight Break
In the latest update, No Prep Kings has introduced a weight reduction for screw blower setups. If a racer runs their screw blower at 82% overdrive, they are allowed to take 90 pounds off their car’s weight. This is a notable change designed to level the playing field and bring more excitement to the races. Previously, a similar weight reduction was available in the middle of the season for those running at 92% overdrive, allowing them to drop 40 pounds.
The base weight for most cars in the NPK series is 2825 pounds. However, cars that do not use lockups can reduce this weight by an additional 50 pounds, bringing it down to 2775 pounds. With the new 82% overdrive rule, these cars can weigh as little as 2685 pounds. Moreover, cars built before 1979 can shave off an extra 25 pounds, potentially reaching an impressive 2660 pounds.
Power vs. Weight: The Trade-Off
While reducing the overdrive from 98% to 82% results in a significant decrease in boost – estimated to lower horsepower by around 200 to 300 – the weight reduction offers a strategic advantage. A lighter car can have improved handling and acceleration, which might compensate for the reduced power output. This trade-off between power and weight is a calculated risk that teams will have to consider carefully.
The impact of weight on performance was clearly demonstrated last season when a ProCharger combination benefitted from a 100-pound reduction. This change allowed the car to perform more competitively, highlighting the potential benefits of weight reduction even in high-stakes racing environments.
Historical Context and Performance Potential
The efficiency of screw blower setups at lower overdrives is not unprecedented. In 2022, when NHRA Pro Mod allowed screw blowers to run at 75% overdrive, Stevie “Fast” Jackson achieved remarkable results. He recorded a 5.70-second quarter-mile at 257 mph and a 3.77-second eighth-mile at 211 mph. These impressive times were achieved with a restricted combination, indicating the potential for even greater performance in the less restricted No Prep Kings environment.
Given these past successes, it is evident that screw blower setups can still generate significant power even at reduced overdrive levels. This opens up exciting possibilities for teams willing to experiment with the new weight break rules.
Looking Ahead
Among the racers likely to benefit from this new rule is Kai Kelly, who has been testing a newly built, purpose-designed car. If he can get his car’s weight down to around 2685 pounds while maintaining competitive power levels at 82% overdrive, he is poised to be a formidable contender in the upcoming races.
The introduction of these new weight break rules marks an exciting chapter in the No Prep Kings series. As teams adapt to these changes and explore new strategies, fans can look forward to even more thrilling and unpredictable races. Stay tuned for more updates and behind-the-scenes insights as Street Outlaws continues to push the boundaries of no prep racing.
So, gear up and get ready to witness the next evolution in the Street Outlaws saga. The tracks are set, the engines are roaring, and the competition has never been fiercer.
