Texas style rails

In Texas, you can watch drag racing, NASCAR racing, and many other auto sports. One of my favorites is Mud Drags. These races have special vehicles that compete in them, just like other professional sports. Most people believe that they compete with huge 4×4 trucks, however, that is not the only vehicle that you will find. They have rails like regular endurance races, but Texas style.

Now the first thing you’ll notice about these “Texas style” mud rails is that their tires are different. They may have the same engine that you would find on a flat drag track, but they have to have tires that can push them through the mud. Most will have cut tires and scoopers at the rear. The front tires will be smaller on the mud rails so they can control it. The rear tires are the ones that push and need the best traction.

Second, you will notice that there are a few different types of Texas style rails. They are typically shorter than regular drag rails and sit higher off the ground (so you don’t get high center or get stuck in mud). There are 2 wheel drive and 4 wheel drive rails. Most of the rails run in the faster classes so you will find them with NOS or Blown alcohol, but there are some inexpensive rails as well.

These truck rails are built specifically for drag racing in mud. Shafts and driveshafts must be made to withstand the mud they pass through. The tracks have regulations that must be followed for safety, which makes the builders of these machines really tedious with their work. Roll cages should be of some strength and fire extinguishers should be mounted where racing drivers can easily use them. Shutdown systems must be precise and race drivers must be prepared for inspections. These Texas-style rails are a lot of fun, and because of these safety features, they’re a lot safer than most people think. I have been enjoying this sport for 12 years and have never seen a death or even a serious injury from these vehicles.

This sport is a great way to entertain your family and enjoy some good clean fun! These trucks are spectacular to look at, so I hope you get a chance to see them!