NHRA open to run IHRA class cars

[Chris1529]

I agree with you Dave. My suspicion is that he grade point will probably make a lot of difference.

[ALMACK]

Originally Posted by THE LEGEND

Will you don't have to have a 10-25 grand motor to run stock. I have 2 stockers sitting
Here with no where near that in the pair.
I have a friend that bought a pure stocker changed the cam and rear. It would run under the index, so it can be done with a budget

Pretty much what I did.

I bought my 95 Mustang PS right off a car lot with the sole intention of turning it into a Pure Stocker.
Rear gear change, driveshaft loop, a shift kit, and verify the engine was stock. Car still has the stock torque convertor.

Ran right on the I/PS index at my 1st IHRA race for under $ 4,800.
Plus I can still drive it around town. ;

[ALMACK]

Originally Posted by Dave Turner

It boils down to this...a forward thinking, bold spirited promoter whose glass is half full has "put up" what should be enough incentive to entice the most pessimistic among us to drag our stuff out, make this event a success, and potentially forge the beginning of a sustainable format. Some will tow across the continent to be here and there will be those who choose not to haul down the street - it's all about choice after all, and that is why there is justification for more than one 'HRA and the unique classes that populate each organization.

I just think it's cool that someone dares to envision a sandbox with room for everyone.... come and play or stay home - it's OK.

Well said.
Good post.

I'm just glad to see NHRA receptive to the idea of allowing the IHRA cars to run.

[larrylomascolo]

Originally Posted by tpoh815

Just a question. I cant remember 2007 or 2008 IHRA was displeased with the condition of the pit area, mainly where the pros parked. Did they ever fix or improve it ? I haven't returned since then so I am wondering what NHRA sees as advantageous to having an event there. I am very happy this is happening and hoping for a good turn out as this would be the closest NHRA event in the WNY area.

It was also a drainage problem at the end of track plus the chunks of ash fault in the pits,has been repaired ,car count should be good with both ,

[CrateCamaro]

Im extremely exited that IHRA cars will be allowed to run. Hopefully it will open NHRAs eyes and allow us crate motor stockers to run more often. I think the whole "crate motor" name gets confused with some people. Other then a different casting head, intake and carb these cars are identical to traditional stockers. Same bottom end, same camshaft with a lift rule. For example my H/CM Camaro 350/330hp (334 re-rated) that uses a 9.5 weight to rated HP and a 11.95 index is 98% the same as a G or H/SA car.

[CrateCamaro]

Originally Posted by Dave Turner

We won't know until the last pair goes down track, but my suspicion is that the NHRA sanction, National Open status, grade point and Wally will make a difference. Our Ontario based Can Am S/SS Series can put 50 cars on the property

Michael did everything he could...TWICE! I hope he can make the trip as well.

Dave good point we can and have put 50 cars on the property before and i think with the buzz i feel in the air about this race we will do that easilly with our group of racers. I hope anyone within a reasonable driving distance would make the drive to join us. Its going to be a blast!

[novassdude]

Originally Posted by CrateCamaro

Im extremely exited that IHRA cars will be allowed to run. Hopefully it will open NHRAs eyes and allow us crate motor stockers to run more often. I think the whole "crate motor" name gets confused with some people. Other then a different casting head, intake and carb these cars are identical to traditional stockers. Same bottom end, same camshaft with a lift rule. For example my H/CM Camaro 350/330hp (334 re-rated) that uses a 9.5 weight to rated HP and a 11.95 index is 98% the same as a G or H/SA car.

Curios what is the lift on the cam in your H/CM?

[CrateCamaro]

Originally Posted by novassdude

curios what is the lift on the cam in your h/cm?

.435 / .460

[Ed Wright]

Why would a guy not build a car that fit classes with both HRAs in the first place, if he wanted to be able to run it anywhere? Instead of expecting one HRA to change rules to suit them?

[dragracer502]

Originally Posted by Ed Wright

Why would a guy not build a car that fit classes with both HRAs in the first place, if he wanted to be able to run it anywhere? Instead of expecting one HRA to change rules to suit them?

For the same reason a guy would oppose one HRA or the other making a move to open up opportunities to more "racers" ....... Let's spend less time on the school yard and more time supporting class racing . In any form