It's a great time to race - part one

[Bob Bender]

Jack, I must agree................

[cicero819]

Jack, Ken Miele and yourself are great Ambassadors for our sports and I love your enthusiasm when it comes to NHRA racing. Both of you would probably have said to Captain Edward "John" Smith the late Captain of the Titanic, " don't worry Sir, it's only a scratch and I'm sure Ken and I can fix it up in a a few hours". Jack, you're right and it's nice to see someone who takes the time to remind us that our glass is only half full, not empty. Some NHRA racing is better than none, just wish that someone at NHRA would be monitoring the different Internet boards, to see that they could do a better job than their doing. I only go to spectate at this moment, until my car is ready or I win the lottery, but could NHRA speed up the pro's a little more, it nearly takes an half hour to run a pair. You don't need to have someone clean out and rake all the tires before they go! Thanks for the reports and the pictures. Claude

[ALMACK]

Good points Jack !

It would appear that now is the best time for a beginner to get into the game.

[Jack Matyas]

Originally Posted by cicero819

Jack, Ken Miele and yourself are great Ambassadors for our sports and I love your enthusiasm when it comes to NHRA racing. Both of you would probably have said to Captain Edward "John" Smith the late Captain of the Titanic, " don't worry Sir, it's only a scratch and I'm sure Ken and I can fix it up in a a few hours". Jack, you're right and it's nice to see someone who takes the time to remind us that our glass is only half full, not empty. Some NHRA racing is better than none! Thanks for the reports and the pictures. Claude

Thanks Claude - Captain Smith - nope ,as there are many racers on here that try to make me feel more like Captain Quigg ........from the Caine Mutiny . But I keep refilling the cup .And I have my own supply of ball bearings ! ! !

[MikeMoller]

I for one have used these recent months of low car counts to start racing again after 40 year absence. I am really disappointed that they basically removed 'class' contingency money. Only folks who can afford to go to darn near all the races can be in a position to collect based on 'class' points, and none of the 'sports national' events near where I live. Like to see them reinstate that to some degree. How about contingency money for the top points earner in EACH CLASS for the year, only using points from the races where there is no class contingency paid. And have additional points for highest qualified car in each class at each race.

[Dennis P Chapman]

Originally Posted by MikeMoller

I for one have used these recent months of low car counts to start racing again after 40 year absence. I am really disappointed that they basically removed 'class' contingency money. Only folks who can afford to go to darn near all the races can be in a position to collect based on 'class' points, and none of the 'sports national' events near where I live. Like to see them reinstate that to some degree. How about contingency money for the top points earner in EACH CLASS for the year, only using points from the races where there is no class contingency paid. And have additional points for highest qualified car in each class at each race.

That sounds better then it is now.

[Tony Janes]

There were two dq's at Englishtown this year for reason never explained in your report. I expect there was some kind of teardown?

[Mike Taylor 3601]

IHRA and NHRA both need the cars car counts are low,they still pay as much as full field with less rounds,I'll be racing as much as possible when my remodel project is done so we have are'nt homeless( sold house living in temporary place)hopefully 1 month.
Mike Taylor 3601

[Jack Matyas]

Originally Posted by Tony Janes

There were two dq's at Englishtown this year for reason never explained in your report. I expect there was some kind of teardown?

Tony - sorry , no teardowns were done at Englishtown ( at least in Stock or SuperStock that I'm aware of ) ..............but plenty of spot checks and of coarse the usual fuel and weight checks .And there were two DQ's - both minor infractions - and those answers should come from the competitors or the NHRA .

[X-TECH MAN]

Originally Posted by Jack Matyas

Tony - sorry , no teardowns were done at Englishtown ( at least in Stock or SuperStock that I'm aware of ) ..............but plenty of spot checks and of coarse the usual fuel and weight checks .And there were two DQ's - both minor infractions - and those answers should come from the competitors or the NHRA .

I remember when most NHRA guys would scream and belittle the IHRA for not having a tear down at some races due to time restraints,weather, or other problems a few years ago. Now you all seem to love it when NHRA does it.....LOL. Sounds like the pot calling the kettle black to me. OK.....fire suit on.