The 2013 Race Season......

[Mike Carr]

I'm working on our 2013 S/SS Association schedule now. For what will be the last season ever for it, if things don't improve.

[Jim Wahl]

Originally Posted by Mike Carr

I'm working on our 2013 S/SS Association schedule now. For what will be the last season ever for it, if things don't improve.

This is so true! People who aren't involved in these Associations don't realize just how difficult it is to keep them going. Nobody gets paid and you are always working on a shoestring budget. Lots and lots of time involved begging for sponsors and scheduling races. It's all worth it though after witnessing a successful race!
Myself I think I will be forced to cut back on my racing this year. The money just won't go as far anymore. I had a great time last year running both NHRA and IHRA races! Jim


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[Wade Mahaffey]

Well, if we can just controll the bleeding untill we can get some help. I'm trying to do my part by working on a new entry. Let's just hope we don't loose any more of the great veteran racers that support and grew the racing to where it is today. I think in these tuff times we need to adjust the racing where ever possible, as to not make it easy for a racer to say "that's it, I'm done"! I think we will continue to see new cars with owners/builders that will use the approach "beg for forgiveness...rather than ask for permission" on the new builds. The only way we can keep it alive, is to support the different programs ourselves....there's no "next generation" behind us (except family members)

Wade Mahaffey

[Dan Fahey]

I was hoping for a much better year.
Got everything working together.
Just some more planning and go !!

However Tore Rotator Cuffs on both shoulders a few year ago.
Now they are really bad and need surgury.

Each will be 6 weeks to heal and 6 months full recovery.
3 month spread in between but have to do it.
Should be ok by August or September..

Looks like less Weight Lifting and more Running to ward off Dun-Lop!

Then there is my older Daughters Wedding ..
OUCH!...They are expensive !!

AND no money for a Dowery

Well guess I will plan for 2014..got enough time now !

Dan

[Jack Matyas]

New cars ? You bet .......I know of a new COPO thats in the paint shop as I type getting some enhancements thanks to ' House of Colors ' ..................

[Hemi Moose]

Originally Posted by Jack Matyas

New cars ? You bet .......I know of a new COPO thats in the paint shop as I type getting some enhancements thanks to ' House of Colors ' ..................

Is it true that you're painting it up to look like a 'Hot Wheels' toy...

[Jack Matyas]

Originally Posted by Hemi Moose

Is it true that you're painting it up to look like a 'Hot Wheels' toy...

It'll be hot wheels but certainly no toy ...............

[Dennis P Chapman]

Originally Posted by Dan Fahey

I was hoping for a much better year.
Got everything working together.
Just some more planning and go !!

However Tore Rotator Cuffs on both shoulders a few year ago.
Now they are really bad and need surgury.

Each will be 6 weeks to heal and 6 months full recovery.
3 month spread in between but have to do it.
Should be ok by August or September..

Looks like less Weight Lifting and more Running to ward off Dun-Lop!

Then there is my older Daughters Wedding ..
OUCH!...They are expensive !!

AND no money for a Dowery

Well guess I will plan for 2014..got enough time now !

Dan

Dan have had surgery on both shoulders the left three different times good luck. Also a lot of therapy after the surgery.

[Doug Blackley]

We are just hoping to get back out this year.

[D.Johns]

My goal is to have my car done in August. I'm on a shoe string budget that has broken and been tied back together a few times lol. I'm behind on the project now but will be doing all that I can to get the car out in the 2013 season and make a full season for 2014 and beyond. New to NHRA Stock and Super Stock, and new car. I want to make it to Indy something fierce but it all comes down to money and getting my grade points to be eligible. Ill be there regardless but hopefully not just spectating and helping others in the pits.(no offense)

I think we are really going to see some battles between the new factory Hot Rods with many 8sec players in stock. Several HP bumps, several new guys, return of several great racers, and it will be a fun year. There will certainly be some complaining and drama but that is inevitable because people are involved lol.

Everyone have a great year, be safe, have fun and enjoy all your family and friends. Best of luck to each and every one of you!