my opinion

[Don Kennedy]

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[Michael Beard]

NO! Even with deep staging, it would generate a lot of problems for 'certain' combinations, and a handicapped Pro Tree generates problems regarding a 'clean tree' (even worse than Full tree), and people having to be on the converter forever on a long spot. Next thing you know, they'd want Starting Line Enhancers, etc., etc... Giant can of worms.

You can go run a handicapped Pro Tree at Beaver Springs on Friday nights, if you wish.

Just my opinion.

[Chris1529]

what is a clean tree?

[Ed Wright]

Originally Posted by Chris1529

what is a clean tree?

That is one without the other side coming down while your trying to watch your side. Slower call cars think it is a joke, but they don't have to give that many head starts to have to deal with it. I have talked to two other racers lately, both much better drivers than myself (ain't sayin much) and they told me they have a problem I have, that is the slower car leaving first often distracts you. Good lights come easier if your leaving first. But then you have no control at the finish line. There are advantages and disadvantges to both situations. Some like to throw out "you should FOCUS". But, "don't red light" could also be mentioned.

[Chris1529]

thanks. I have only run a pro tree bracket race once, but I liked it.
It would probably be harder in a stock/superstock combo race than in each separate eliminator.
If I am not mistaken, this is how alot of the muscle car and mustang racing bodies do it though.

[Ed Wright]

Originally Posted by Chris1529

thanks. I have only run a pro tree bracket race once, but I liked it.
It would probably be harder in a stock/superstock combo race than in each separate eliminator.
If I am not mistaken, this is how alot of the muscle car and mustang racing bodies do it though.

A lot of people like it because most can't red light on a pro tree. One less mistake you can make, and some think they are so much quicker at the tree it would give them an advantage. Then guys figure out if they are running a car three or four tenths slower they can just leave when the other car does, and the slower guy is just screwed. Ran some AHRA races like that in the '70s wasn't fair to the slower cars.

[Dave Ficacci]

Originally Posted by Don Kennedy

After thinking about a second or so I think NHRA ought to go to a pro tree for Stock and Super Stock ,and let anyone who wants to, to deep stage >

My opinion is if you want a pro tree go race super gas.

[Steve Williams]

Originally Posted by Don Kennedy

After thinking about a second or so I think NHRA ought to go to a pro tree for Stock and Super Stock ,and let anyone who wants to, to deep stage >

It's good to see that alot of thought went into this before posting. On that note, I was thinking how a cheeseburger and a cold beer should cost about $2.50 and that would include a pickle and some chips. Oh well I guess neither one of us is in touch with reality. I know who you are Daryl and you are in touch with reality.

[Don Kennedy]

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[Ed Fernandez]

Originally Posted by Don Kennedy

I think it is a good assumption and I think most agree it is NHRA's Morally , Ethically if not Legally responsibility to have a fair and level playing field for all of their card carrying members who race Under NHRA Sanction

Don,this is my last post on this subject.Answer this question.
Show me anywhere in any sport where there is a "level playing field".The only place bull**** like that is considered is the democratic far left playbook.And after 60 years and who knows how many $billions there are still haves and have nots.That can be transposed to just about any facet of our lives.When are the Chicago Cubs going to win a World Series?Or the Cleveland Browns a Super Bowl.
It's NHRAs main job to provide a safe environment to race,not baby sit malcontents and whiners.