Any Tips / Suggestions for 1st Nat Event
 

Have been to a couple of NHRA Divisionals and IHRA Pro-Am events in SG/SR. Considering The Four Wide Nationals, but not really sure what to expect (ie; waiting time, general attitude, hassles, etc). Any suggestions or advice would be greatly appreciated. Not racing for points in any series. Just racing when time permits. Thanks for your time!!!

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I had a very good experience at Charlotte last fall, if entries stay fairly low we'll probably be pitted on the PRO side which means on asphalt just like the fall race. For the Nationals I've attended tech was absolutely no problem provided you're by the rulebook (make sure your flywheel cert is current). The officials all seem very accommodating and reasonable and all of Bruton Smith's tracks have massive infrastructure (more security than a rock concert..) and Charlotte is by far the nicest track I've ever raced on. If you get there on Wednesday you might be in the holding area on the other side of the track (watch for signs on getting to it) and be prepared to stay overnight there if you get there very late. Last fall I arrived on the afternoon before qualifying and breezed right through, again; suspect that was a result of the low car counts. NHRA has your racer packet all ready for you based on your pre-entry and helps you find a spot unless somebody is saving you a place. Your overall wait times are going to depend on how much they are on time, any on track delays will result in a re-shuffle so the PRO show is not inconvenienced...heaven forbid.

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YES,, Bring a lot of money....

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Thanks JM, all certs are current so I was not too concerned about tech. The info on parking and when to arrive was very helpful. I usually attended the races by myself so I just wanted to see what I will be getting myself into. Thanks Again for the info!!

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What does he need lots of money for....?

I'm going too and I don't want to be short....I usually spend less at nationals cash wise as the entry is prepaid...am I missing something...

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I'm thinking about going myself, the extra money is to help me to be able to enter and get there. Let me know when you have it so I can let you know how to get it to me. lol
Chuck

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Rock,

The extra cash is for Tommy D and the late night poker games he runs....

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have you check the fuel prices yet???

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you got that right...lol..

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How did I get involved in Poker Game this year I running MHPS(motor home protection service.) we offer security service for your motor home!!!!Service IsGuaranteed!!!