By 1990 with the annual prize pot nudging its way towards the $20,000, 000 mark, the level of interest, competition and number of teams in NHRA drag racing was near boiling point, attracting crowds equal to NASCAR and CART racing.

The opening round in Pomona of this particular Winston Championship series attracted over 150,000 ecstatic fans, who were treated to some spectacular performances by bright new name hopefuls and top crowd pullers such as Joe Amato, Lori Johns, Darrell Gwynn, Bob Glidden, Butch Leal, Joe Lepone, Kenny Bernstein, Tom Hoover etc.

As all 19 rounds of the series unfolded, there were record times, record speeds, dramas and incidents galore and this top quality review from experts Diamond P is where you'll find the full story.

So tighten up your straps, top up the nitro tank, light up the rear tyres until they're nearly melting and wait for the hottest green light on your VCR!