SS field set at Crandall IHRA Event????? - Page 4

Marty Burke · 09-13-2010, 09:39 PM

Chris,
I understand what you are saying about fuel check, however lets say there are an odd number of cars in the field. #1 qualifier gets a bye {or a free time trail on race day}
THATS why I believe you need fuel checks.

For the record I am NOT implying that I suspect anyone of doing this!!!
I just like to know that there is provisions in place just in case.
BTW congratulations on a good weekend!

Terry, you are right IHRA divisionals are short staffed. The officials were very friendly towards me & were always available to us if we had questions. As I stated previously we need to support them!

Marty

Michael Beard · 09-13-2010, 10:01 PM

Those are fair arguments for fuel check. I certainly wouldn't have a problem with them checking fuel at Pro-Ams. That probably comes down to costs in terms of staffing and equipment -- so in that instance, a fair argument in regards to staffing. That being said, that doesn't explain "why" on car counts for Nitro Jam events, since they do fuel check there. The Dallas Nitro Jam was poorly attended, and the Baton Rouge Nitro Jam was down on Super Stock, although they had a decent field of Stock. So back to the drawing board. Do some people simply not know that Nitro Jam = National Event for sportsman cars?

THE LEGEND · 09-13-2010, 10:34 PM

Jeff,
They are not snobs they are"CLASSY RACERS"

RJ Sledge · 09-13-2010, 11:22 PM

Chris Jackson

I really don't care what you think about IHRA.......but I sure would like to see you lovely wife again. Is she still putting up with you??

Later RJ

Marc Kinton · 09-14-2010, 11:10 AM

Maybe we will find out if it's the contingency keeping them away in 2011....

X-TECH MAN · 09-14-2010, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Marc Kinton

Maybe we will find out if it's the contingency keeping them away in 2011....

I cant wait to see what companies or company it is and how much the racers could collect for a win and runner up. Its about time something good came along for IHRA and the racers.

Myron Piatek · 09-14-2010, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Marc Kinton

Maybe we will find out if it's the contingency keeping them away in 2011....

I am very anxious to see what will be available in 2011. Don't know what it is overall, but my available contingency payouts have been down around 25% from a few years ago. I REALLY miss Mopar because they had the most to offer, even in class!

I know it's not easy and every company has its own timetables, but it will be a big help for the companies as well as racers if a contingency list is posted and updated as early as possible. The IHRA season has been starting pretty early here in Florida which aggravates the situation. But again, it will be beneficial to all involved if racers know what products will be on the list and have time to purchase and install them. And I have every one I claim!

sugar1366 · 09-14-2010, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Marc Kinton

Maybe we will find out if it's the contingency keeping them away in 2011....

OK Marc, so are you saying it is a safe bet for me to build a SS production engine instead of an NHRA legal combo? It sure would be alot easier on the wallet.

Eddie Bolton

Marc Kinton · 09-14-2010, 06:23 PM

Eddie, I am Positive you will have a place to race yes. I hear there may b a press release in the next couple weeks concerning contingency and I feel like good things are happening. When you start running in front of crowds it really helps and the proof is there. Fans were 5 deep along the fence at Epping this past weekend! Haven't seen that at that track in a Long time.

cjackson4431 · 09-15-2010, 10:53 AM

RJ....she is still putting up with me....but to make you feel better she did tell me that if she does ever leave me...it will be for you....

09-13-2010, 09:39 PM	#31
Marty Burke Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Leonard Tx Posts: 25 Likes: 0 Liked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: SS field set at Crandall IHRA Event????? Chris, I understand what you are saying about fuel check, however lets say there are an odd number of cars in the field. #1 qualifier gets a bye {or a free time trail on race day} THATS why I believe you need fuel checks. For the record I am NOT implying that I suspect anyone of doing this!!! I just like to know that there is provisions in place just in case. BTW congratulations on a good weekend! Terry, you are right IHRA divisionals are short staffed. The officials were very friendly towards me & were always available to us if we had questions. As I stated previously we need to support them! Marty

09-13-2010, 10:01 PM	#32
Michael Beard VIP Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 4,060 Likes: 0 Liked 13 Times in 9 Posts	Re: SS field set at Crandall IHRA Event????? Those are fair arguments for fuel check. I certainly wouldn't have a problem with them checking fuel at Pro-Ams. That probably comes down to costs in terms of staffing and equipment -- so in that instance, a fair argument in regards to staffing. That being said, that doesn't explain "why" on car counts for Nitro Jam events, since they do fuel check there. The Dallas Nitro Jam was poorly attended, and the Baton Rouge Nitro Jam was down on Super Stock, although they had a decent field of Stock. So back to the drawing board. Do some people simply not know that Nitro Jam = National Event for sportsman cars? __________________ Michael Beard - NHRA/IHRA 3216 S/SS

09-13-2010, 10:34 PM	#33
THE LEGEND VIP Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Fayetteville, n.c. Posts: 1,411 Likes: 0 Liked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: SS field set at Crandall IHRA Event????? Jeff, They are not snobs they are"CLASSY RACERS"

09-13-2010, 11:22 PM	#34
RJ Sledge Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 786 Likes: 504 Liked 288 Times in 90 Posts	Re: SS field set at Crandall IHRA Event????? Chris Jackson I really don't care what you think about IHRA.......but I sure would like to see you lovely wife again. Is she still putting up with you?? Later RJ

09-14-2010, 11:10 AM	#35
Marc Kinton Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Youngsville, NC Posts: 326 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: SS field set at Crandall IHRA Event????? Maybe we will find out if it's the contingency keeping them away in 2011....

09-14-2010, 06:23 PM	#39
Marc Kinton Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Youngsville, NC Posts: 326 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: SS field set at Crandall IHRA Event????? Eddie, I am Positive you will have a place to race yes. I hear there may b a press release in the next couple weeks concerning contingency and I feel like good things are happening. When you start running in front of crowds it really helps and the proof is there. Fans were 5 deep along the fence at Epping this past weekend! Haven't seen that at that track in a Long time.

09-15-2010, 10:53 AM	#40
cjackson4431 Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Monroe Posts: 11 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: SS field set at Crandall IHRA Event????? RJ....she is still putting up with me....but to make you feel better she did tell me that if she does ever leave me...it will be for you....