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Old 02-07-2018, 02:03 PM   #1
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Doesn't the DSR announcement bother anyone? That is, big money is already making inroads to sportsman style racing. What does this spell for the future of factory racecars for the well-off retiree?
Not in the least. It adds even more credibility to an already exciting class. Besides, scan the current entry list. There's already a handful of players who can go pound-for-pound with DSR when it comes to financial resources.

It's awfully hard to legislate what someone can spend on a project in terms of time, effort, and dollars. For now, I'm just thrilled we have 28 cars on the Gainesville entry list and it will probably by 32 (or more) by the time we're done.
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Old 02-07-2018, 05:15 PM   #2
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Not in the least. It adds even more credibility to an already exciting class. Besides, scan the current entry list. There's already a handful of players who can go pound-for-pound with DSR when it comes to financial resources.

It's awfully hard to legislate what someone can spend on a project in terms of time, effort, and dollars. For now, I'm just thrilled we have 28 cars on the Gainesville entry list and it will probably by 32 (or more) by the time we're done.
I tend to agree with Kevin I don't think there are alot of guys in the Shootout races on a shoestring budget.
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Old 02-06-2018, 08:48 PM   #3
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Kevin's driving is second to none, he should be given his own car to drive ... congrates on the opportunity as a crew chief.
If only Kevin had nicer looking legs, he might have a chance.

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Old 02-07-2018, 11:04 AM   #4
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Congratulations Kevin!! Well deserved! DRS did good!
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Old 02-08-2018, 01:57 AM   #5
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DSR has some bucks. It wouldn't hurt to tender an offer to Danica Patrick and see if she has the spare time to stay involved in some low-stress racing post-NASCAR..
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Old 02-08-2018, 10:49 AM   #6
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DSR has some bucks. It wouldn't hurt to tender an offer to Danica Patrick and see if she has the spare time to stay involved in some low-stress racing post-NASCAR..

That would be a cool idea. NHRA is definitely more female friendly than NASCAR. It would bring more media attention for sure for the class. The class looks real popular right now with good car count. It will be interesting to see how many cars they get in the future. I am betting it will take an 8.20 run to get in the program
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Old 02-08-2018, 11:28 AM   #7
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I think when the pro stock folks start to get onboard and they relax some rules, (10 in. tire?) the race to the 6`s begins. It is just what the sport needs. Factory marketing involvement and performance to put the audience on their feet.
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Old 02-08-2018, 04:12 PM   #8
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I think when the pro stock folks start to get onboard and they relax some rules, (10 in. tire?) the race to the 6`s begins. It is just what the sport needs. Factory marketing involvement and performance to put the audience on their feet.
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There are almost 30 cars entered now for Gainesville. Sounds like they are doing quite well. Why relax any rules?
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Old 02-08-2018, 09:31 PM   #9
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I think when the pro stock folks start to get onboard and they relax some rules, (10 in. tire?) the race to the 6`s begins. It is just what the sport needs. Factory marketing involvement and performance to put the audience on their feet.
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Six second stock bodied cars on small tires is not what this sport needs. All it will take is one bad top end accident and you will see restrictions put on these cars. Doesn't anyone remember the carnage from Bo Butner's top end crash when he had the Pro Charger Super Modified (AA/SM)? They killed that combo pronto!
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A claimer rule on blowers might help keep the cost down.......
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