Hemi Head Ruling

Frank Castros · 02-26-2013, 08:45 AM

If the two most prominent S/S/AH HEMI engine builders and racers don't like the ruling, why didn't the N.H.R.A. consult them before adopting it?

Billy Nees · 02-26-2013, 08:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Frank Castros

why didn't the N.H.R.A. consult them before adopting it?

Frank, you're kidding right?

Frank Castros · 02-26-2013, 09:04 AM

Billy,
As ridiculous as it may sound, it would make sense, would it not?

jmcarter · 02-26-2013, 09:07 AM

Face it, $$$$ and ego are the primary passions in play here and I don't mean any disrespect toward either party; it's simply the way it is. For two years I watched the war wage on at Valdosta where records were set and also witnessed some of the Indy Shoot out competition. Competitive spirit combined with the passion involved is a huge part of our sport's history...does anyone doubt that Shirley didn't advance the sport with her bitter rivalries (including with Wally Parks)? The examples are endless. Hard-nosed competition is just part of the territory in the AH world. Let the games continue....

Spyphish · 02-26-2013, 09:13 AM

This just like our poor nation, governance by FREAKOUT. (Peggy Noonan)2013

Here’s the deal. As of this moment I am sponsoring a hybrid Chootout ie: AH class elims on Sat. $10,000 winner take all. Lets call it the "Krazy Kajun Freakout Classic" (KKFC) race. May throw in a bucket of chicken, HA!

The original rule on VC etc will be enforced as far as my payout goes. This is America....I will enter the event in order to park on the grounds and will make my final voyages with the Phish at Thursdays test session. I will not enter the race at all. After NHRA is done with whatever for class, winning car and crew will report to my trailer if they want to collect. My crew will be excused and winning crew will remove the intake, place my valve cover on the head to verify no mods etc, visual inspection of VC bolt shaft (no threads exposed), and pour a runner. Myself, one of my R&M heads, a burette and my checkbook is all that will be present. RSVP required.

Jeff Teuton · 02-26-2013, 10:17 AM

Spyfish, can I go watch? This could be an episode of my new Soap Opera about the Hemi cars called As the Bayou Flows. it will debut on CBS this summer.

jmcarter · 02-26-2013, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Jeff Teuton

Spyfish, can I go watch? This could be an episode of my new Soap Opera about the Hemi cars called As the Bayou Flows. it will debut on CBS this summer.

All the good shows are on CBS....I'll subscribe.

art leong · 02-26-2013, 10:24 AM

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Originally Posted by jmcarter

All the good shows are on CBS....I'll subscribe.

Their "news" coverage is exceptional.
So "fair and balanced" LOL

jmcarter · 02-26-2013, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by art leong

Their "news" coverage is exceptional.
So "fair and balanced" LOL

Networks carry news? Who da thunk it?

News pickings are pretty slim to be sure...Don't think they are the least bit interested in our demographic Art.

jaythorne · 02-26-2013, 10:59 AM

will be interesting to see
who shows up with those rules
maybe i should get my car runnin...might be easy $$

02-26-2013, 08:45 AM	#1
Frank Castros VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: The Lowcountry. Posts: 2,962 Likes: 2,554 Liked 2,712 Times in 954 Posts	Re: Hemi Head Ruling If the two most prominent S/S/AH HEMI engine builders and racers don't like the ruling, why didn't the N.H.R.A. consult them before adopting it?

02-26-2013, 09:04 AM	#3
Frank Castros VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: The Lowcountry. Posts: 2,962 Likes: 2,554 Liked 2,712 Times in 954 Posts	Re: Hemi Head Ruling Billy, As ridiculous as it may sound, it would make sense, would it not?

02-26-2013, 09:07 AM	#4
jmcarter VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Richmond Hill GA (and Port Ludlow WA) Posts: 4,295 Likes: 2,377 Liked 3,174 Times in 971 Posts	Re: Hemi Head Ruling Face it, $$$$ and ego are the primary passions in play here and I don't mean any disrespect toward either party; it's simply the way it is. For two years I watched the war wage on at Valdosta where records were set and also witnessed some of the Indy Shoot out competition. Competitive spirit combined with the passion involved is a huge part of our sport's history...does anyone doubt that Shirley didn't advance the sport with her bitter rivalries (including with Wally Parks)? The examples are endless. Hard-nosed competition is just part of the territory in the AH world. Let the games continue.... __________________ Jim Carter 2340 Super Stock 2340 SST/2340 Stock Set another place at the table

02-26-2013, 09:13 AM	#5
Spyphish Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 846 Likes: 16 Liked 679 Times in 180 Posts	Re: Hemi Head Ruling This just like our poor nation, governance by FREAKOUT. (Peggy Noonan)2013 Here’s the deal. As of this moment I am sponsoring a hybrid Chootout ie: AH class elims on Sat. $10,000 winner take all. Lets call it the "Krazy Kajun Freakout Classic" (KKFC) race. May throw in a bucket of chicken, HA! The original rule on VC etc will be enforced as far as my payout goes. This is America....I will enter the event in order to park on the grounds and will make my final voyages with the Phish at Thursdays test session. I will not enter the race at all. After NHRA is done with whatever for class, winning car and crew will report to my trailer if they want to collect. My crew will be excused and winning crew will remove the intake, place my valve cover on the head to verify no mods etc, visual inspection of VC bolt shaft (no threads exposed), and pour a runner. Myself, one of my R&M heads, a burette and my checkbook is all that will be present. RSVP required.

02-26-2013, 10:17 AM	#6
Jeff Teuton VIP Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Houma, LA Posts: 2,717 Likes: 2 Liked 325 Times in 50 Posts	Re: Hemi Head Ruling Spyfish, can I go watch? This could be an episode of my new Soap Opera about the Hemi cars called As the Bayou Flows. it will debut on CBS this summer. __________________ Jeff Teuton 4022 STK

02-26-2013, 10:59 AM	#10
jaythorne Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 45 Likes: 4 Liked 6 Times in 5 Posts	Re: Hemi Head Ruling will be interesting to see who shows up with those rules maybe i should get my car runnin...might be easy $$