How do 318 powered A-Bodies do in NHRA PURE Stock?

Darter6 said
It can be done, Big $$$$$$$$ to run Stock these days...Even in P-Z class.Go to NHRA.com and look for the class you think you can run in.Intake has to be stock cast iron for a 318 2bbl for sure.
We have a guy from Vegas area running a 273 2bbl 65 Valiant name is Paul Wong. Maybe you can fine info about him and his cars on the internet to see how he does it.

Great info... thanks. I'll look up Paul and see what I can learn.
The "Big $" issue may put me out of this class though!!

1968dartman said
If you went pure stock it would be cheaper!

THIS might be what my friend was talking about. I just found these rules...this sounds do-able...but doesn't offer much guidance about the motor, only that it has to be the original motor and drivetrain...

Pure Stock Street Legal Supplemental Rules

Vehicles must meet all state-highway safety requirements for the state in which the vehicle is registered and must remain as produced by the OEM manufacturer to be deemed an accepted street-legal vehicle. All vehicles must be street driven, display valid license plates (or temporary permits), and have proof of vehicle registration and valid insurance.

REQUIREMENTS & SPECIFICATIONS

ENGINE
Engine/Transmission
OEM production engine and transmission case and components must be as produced by OEM manufacturer for the particular vehicle application. All other engines and transmissions prohibited.
Exhaust System
All vehicles must be equipped with mufflers and a functional exhaust system that extends at least behind the drivers' seat. Competition exhaust permitted. Exhaust must be directed out of car to rear, away from driver and fuel tank.
Fuel
Racing gasoline, gasoline, gasohol, diesel, ethanol, natural gas, and propane permitted. Nitromethane prohibited.
Fuel System/Battery
All batteries, fuel tanks, fuel lines, fuel pumps, or filler necks must retain stock OEM location as produced by the OEM manufacturer.
Liquid Overflow
Catch-can mandatory for coolant overflow; one-pint (16-ounce) minimum capacity.
Nitrous Oxide
Prohibited. The use of nitrous oxide will deem the vehicle non-street-legal and car will be classified under E.T. Handicap Racing rules.
Supercharger, Turbocharger
Original OEM supercharger or turbocharger permitted. Any non-OEM, high helix, or screw-type supercharger prohibited.
BRAKES & SUSPENSION
Brakes
Four-wheel OEM-style brake system mandatory.
Steering
Each car in competition must have sufficient positive front-end alignment to ensure proper handling of car at all speeds.
Suspension
All cars must have a full suspension system of the type produced by an automobile manufacturer (i.e. springs, torsion bars, etc.). Lightening of stock components prohibited. Rigid mounted suspensions prohibited.
TIRES & WHEELS
Tires
Street tires or DOT drag radials permitted. Racing slicks prohibited.
Wheels
Must be automotive-type wheels suitable for street use.
BODY
Body
Must have full top and windshield as produced by OEM manufacturer. All full-bodied cars must have two driver exits. Both doors must be functional from inside and outside on all full-bodied cars. Four stock-production fenders mandatory, body kits permitted.
Firewall
Mandatory, as produced by OEM manufacturer. Firewall may not be altered in any manner.
Hood
Mandatory.
Seats
Properly braced, framed, and supported OEM-style seats mandatory.
Windshield, Windows
Mandatory, as produced by OEM manufacturer only. Must be in good condition and free of cracks. Windshield/window tint must meet the applicable state requirements. Windows must be closed during races; need not be operable. Decals permitted on rear quarter and rear window only. Competition-number decals are permitted on any window or windshield.
ELECTRICAL
Batteries
Batteries must be securely mounted in stock OEM location only.
Ignition
OEM-designed ignition system permitted.
Headlights, Taillights
All lights must be operational.
SUPPORT GROUP
Computer
Computers installed on stock vehicles by the new-vehicle manufacturers for the proper operation of such vehicles are permitted. OEM electronic fuel injection permitted.
Electronics
The use of racing electronics (i.e. delay box, throttle stop, etc.) strictly prohibited.
Fire-extinguisher system
Permitted; must be securely mounted.
DRIVER
Credentials
Driver must have a valid unrestricted state- or government-issued driver's license, with no underage driving restrictions (i.e. supervised, provisional, etc.).
Driver Restraint System
Seat belt mandatory in all cars as produced by OEM manufacturer. Aftermarket driver-restraint systems with higher rating than OEM permitted.
Helmet Drivers in all 13.99 (8.59 eighth-mile) or quicker cars must wear a helmet meeting Snell 90, 95, K98, 2000 or SFI 31.1A, 31.2A, 41.1A, or 41.2A Specs. Protective Clothing
All drivers are required to wear full-length pants, shoes, and socks. Nylon or nylon-type clothing and open-toe shoes prohibited. Shorts, bare legs, tank tops, or bare torsos prohibited.