New Classes in Stock AAA/SA, AAA/S and FS/AAA

[jimmyparker]

Say what you like about Billy's style of racing but when i saw him take possibly the weakest small block chevy engine ever made and run under the index in a 4 door Nova with it I had to take my hat off to him. Nova 4 door with a 307 two barrell and 8 into one header, who would have thunk it other than Billy.

Billy, your 4 door Cavalier is sorta of ugly.

[Greg Hogue]

Wow, I had hoped that transitioning from top dragster and comp to a different class would lead to some more friendly competition. I'm one of those individuals who has moved up into stock racing. My primary reason is that I am much more comfortable with the bottom bulb and prefer racing without any electronic aids. Additionally, I have grandchildren who are eager to race, and I don't feel comfortable putting them in dragsters at this time.

Now, regarding front-wheel drives, I'm not sure why some people believe it's an inexpensive option. It took me six months to source legal pistons, for a BF/S class. Furthermore, I've had to add 400 lbs to my car because it's a natural “A “car. The car is 20 lbs from B. Despite these efforts, it's nearly impossible to get anywhere close to A weight .

The front-wheel drive setup is far from cheap. I'll have invested a lot in my transmission about the same high-quality three-speed transmission. Hence, front-wheel drive racing is neither inexpensive nor easy. Nevertheless, there is a reward, as for now, it's fast.

In conclusion, I believe that everyone should focus on their own cars and be grateful that we have a place to race. Let's appreciate the opportunity to compete and continue to work on perfecting our own vehicles.

I wonder if someone will build a 68 Hemi dart, or possibly 69 AMX. Maybe a few new combinations will open up from this AAA class

[rsalemi]

Originally Posted by Todd Hoven

I wonder if someone will build a 68 Hemi dart, or possibly 69 AMX. Maybe a few new combinations will open up from this AAA class

There is/was a 69 AMX in Div 1 a couple of yearsago - believe car was sold - don't know where it is

[Billy Nees]

Originally Posted by Greg Hogue

Furthermore, I've had to add 400 lbs to my car because it's a natural “A “car. The car is 20 lbs from B. Despite these efforts, it's nearly impossible to get anywhere close to A weight .

A perfectly good reason why there needs to be at least a couple more FWD classes!

And NHRA, would you please try to get the manufacturers to put more FWD combos in the guide?

[Alan Roehrich]

Originally Posted by jimmyparker

Say what you like about Billy's style of racing but when i saw him take possibly the weakest small block chevy engine ever made and run under the index in a 4 door Nova with it I had to take my hat off to him. Nova 4 door with a 307 two barrell and 8 into one header, who would have thunk it other than Billy.

Billy, your 4 door Cavalier is sorta of ugly.

I never questioned Billy's style of racing, his credentials, or his accomplishments.