GM Releases 2013 bogus HP ratings at PRI show - Page 2

Charley Downing · 12-05-2012, 08:40 PM

I know the new cars are under factored. But that is why I built one. As racers we are also looking of an advantage over the competition.
But let's face it our sport was on a downward spiral. In 2007 membership for stk and ss was at a 15 year low. It needed some kind of shot in the arm to boost interest. I know some of you don't feel like I do, but putting these Comobs in with a soft HP sparked tons on interest and support from manufactures . And according to NHRA at PRI this year new membership is up over 250 members in SS and STK from 2007. You guys can taking all you want about HP but if there is no SS or STK what does it matter? HP well work itself out, it always does.

Kenny can you make a racer poll
Bruce should quit racing with NHRA
Bruce should stay racing with NHRA
Let's let the racing community of class racer vote

Andrew Hill · 12-05-2012, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Charley Downing

HP well work itself out, it always does.

Well do me a favor and put a 352 with an auto in your car and help expedite the process, hell I'll even drive it for you.

Charley Downing · 12-05-2012, 08:48 PM

Andrew you build or buy the motor you can use my car.

Andrew Hill · 12-05-2012, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Charley Downing

Andrew you build or buy the motor you can use my car.

I'll see if I can find any generous donors to make it happen!

Ken Miele · 12-05-2012, 09:07 PM

Charley,

I think I will stay out of this one, you seem to be doing just fine without my help. The changing of the guard is not always easy or pretty.

All I can says is, I'm building a new engine for Shelby, and when its done I will be racing in CC. I have had a few heads up races and got my butt kicked, but for the most part I'm still competitive and still having fun. Being involved in two new cars and having my old car tells me we can all live together. These cars are here to stay for better or worse, and so am I.

I do respect everyone's opinion, but I hate to see things get so ugly. A little respect goes a long way towards each other, but I can't force members to show respect, I can only suggest it.

Andrew, the 352 has some great parts, but CNC’D Heads are not one of them.

Bruce Noland · 12-05-2012, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Charley Downing

I know the new cars are under factored. But that is why I built one. As racers we are also looking of an atvanage over the competition.
But let's face it our sport was on a downward spiral. In 2007 membership for stk and ss was at a 15 year low. It needed some kind of shot in the arm to boost interest. I know some of you don't feel like I do, but putting these Comobs in with a soft HP sparked tons on interest and support from manufactures . And according to NHRA at PRI this year new membership is up over 250 members in SS and STK from 2007. You guys can taking all you want about HP but if there is no SS or STK what does it matter? HP well work itself out, it always does.

Kenny can you make a racer poll
Bruce should quit racing with NHRA
Bruce should stay racing with NHRA
Let's let the racing community of class racer vote

Cute Charley, but even if I decide to quit someday it won't change what you and your buddies have done to Stock.

12-05-2012, 08:40 PM	#1
Charley Downing Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 762 Likes: 16 Liked 653 Times in 89 Posts	Re: GM Releases 2013 bogus HP ratings at PRI show I know the new cars are under factored. But that is why I built one. As racers we are also looking of an advantage over the competition. But let's face it our sport was on a downward spiral. In 2007 membership for stk and ss was at a 15 year low. It needed some kind of shot in the arm to boost interest. I know some of you don't feel like I do, but putting these Comobs in with a soft HP sparked tons on interest and support from manufactures . And according to NHRA at PRI this year new membership is up over 250 members in SS and STK from 2007. You guys can taking all you want about HP but if there is no SS or STK what does it matter? HP well work itself out, it always does. Kenny can you make a racer poll Bruce should quit racing with NHRA Bruce should stay racing with NHRA Let's let the racing community of class racer vote __________________ Charley Downing 3548 STK Last edited by Charley Downing; 12-05-2012 at 09:09 PM.

12-05-2012, 08:48 PM	#3
Charley Downing Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 762 Likes: 16 Liked 653 Times in 89 Posts	Re: GM Releases 2013 bogus HP ratings at PRI show Andrew you build or buy the motor you can use my car. __________________ Charley Downing 3548 STK

12-05-2012, 09:07 PM	#5
Ken Miele Live Reporter Join Date: Dec 2000 Posts: 4,953 Likes: 489 Liked 17,787 Times in 1,613 Posts	Re: GM Releases 2013 bogus HP ratings at PRI show Charley, I think I will stay out of this one, you seem to be doing just fine without my help. The changing of the guard is not always easy or pretty. All I can says is, I'm building a new engine for Shelby, and when its done I will be racing in CC. I have had a few heads up races and got my butt kicked, but for the most part I'm still competitive and still having fun. Being involved in two new cars and having my old car tells me we can all live together. These cars are here to stay for better or worse, and so am I. I do respect everyone's opinion, but I hate to see things get so ugly. A little respect goes a long way towards each other, but I can't force members to show respect, I can only suggest it. Andrew, the 352 has some great parts, but CNC’D Heads are not one of them.