Proposed idea for the IHRA Stock GT class....just an idea to make it more interesting

ALMACK · 07-24-2010, 12:09 AM

With the NHRA allowing the new CJ and DP into Stock, it just seems the whole "stock" idea is exagerated now. So, taking it one step further, I was thinking how cool it would be for racers to have alot more choices.

I know the NHRA would never consider the following idea, but maybe the IHRA guys would listen.

The IHRA Stock GT class is a great idea. However, it is somewhat limited to carbed engine combos. (1979 and older engines into 1980 and later bodies)
The current GT combos would still be legal with this new proposed idea, but now, even more racers could get involved !

Here are the proposed guidelines:

*** Any year eligible vehicle in the stock car classification guide could use any eligible engine produced from the 1960's to 2011. (must remain within the corporate family of the body tho)

*** The only engines that could use a 2 speed automatic would be those engines that came from the factory with a 2 speed. Beyond that, any eligible engine could use the choice of a 3 or 4 speed automatic or 4,5, or 6 speed manuals. This way engines that before could only run manuals, can now run either type of trans.

*** The possibilities are numerous.
Examples:
A racer with a 1968 Firebird could run a 1973 SD 455 if so desired.

A racer with a 1983 Thunderbird could run an 1985 carbed 5.0L H.O. Mustang engine with an automatic.

A racer with a 1969 Camaro could run a 1999 LS1 Z-28 fuel injected engine.

A racer with a new 2010 body in white Challenger puts a 440 six pack in it.

Just think of the fun combos racers could come up with !

What do you think ?

07-24-2010, 12:09 AM	#1
ALMACK VIP Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Bardstown, KY Posts: 1,937 Likes: 131 Liked 369 Times in 127 Posts	Proposed idea for the IHRA Stock GT class....just an idea to make it more interesting With the NHRA allowing the new CJ and DP into Stock, it just seems the whole "stock" idea is exagerated now. So, taking it one step further, I was thinking how cool it would be for racers to have alot more choices. I know the NHRA would never consider the following idea, but maybe the IHRA guys would listen. The IHRA Stock GT class is a great idea. However, it is somewhat limited to carbed engine combos. (1979 and older engines into 1980 and later bodies) The current GT combos would still be legal with this new proposed idea, but now, even more racers could get involved ! Here are the proposed guidelines: * Any year eligible vehicle in the stock car classification guide could use any eligible engine produced from the 1960's to 2011. (must remain within the corporate family of the body tho) * The only engines that could use a 2 speed automatic would be those engines that came from the factory with a 2 speed. Beyond that, any eligible engine could use the choice of a 3 or 4 speed automatic or 4,5, or 6 speed manuals. This way engines that before could only run manuals, can now run either type of trans. * The possibilities are numerous. Examples: A racer with a 1968 Firebird could run a 1973 SD 455 if so desired. A racer with a 1983 Thunderbird could run an 1985 carbed 5.0L H.O. Mustang engine with an automatic. A racer with a 1969 Camaro could run a 1999 LS1 Z-28 fuel injected engine. A racer with a new 2010 body in white Challenger puts a 440 six pack in it. Just think of the fun combos racers could come up with !** What do you think ? __________________ Alan Mackin Stock 3777/ SS 3377 P/SA & SS/PA Fox Thunderbird I/PS '95 Mustang GT