Re: A case for Tru-Start
 

A lot of the responses to this seem worthy of this forum called "CLASSracer". Thank you for those. Responses that cite examples and discuss the pro's and con's of the issue, or just state their preference.

I like the technical side of this sport and am enjoying the challenge of getting my car to run the index.

Re: A case for Tru-Start
 

I like, both go RED, both loose! Makes for more bye runs.

Re: A case for Tru-Start
 

As with most guys with slower cars, I vote for tru-start but I don't think NHRA will bite.
Problem is I can't think of an instance where it would have made a difference in a race I've been involved in. The other guy usually sees my red in time to make sure he doesn't go red.

Jim Mantle V/SA 6632

Re: A case for Tru-Start
 

Don Fezell (AAA/SA) and I (O/SA) were a selected pair in RD 1 at the Summernationals in 2013. I went -.040 red and he followed with -.130 or so red of his own. I realized I would never have any success at racing if I continued to bulb. Its the worst feeling leaving first and ending the race before it even starts. Even though Tru start might make sense ( breakout after all, is worst not first) if you can`t cut a light, you wont be going too many rounds with those sharks:)


Mike A114
P/SA

Re: A case for Tru-Start
 

I agree with this, that's what Peter and Kyle's idea was to level the playing field at Spring Fling. Its taking on a life of its own , As a box racer I think it a good thing in the classes I run. But I really think its NOT right for bottom bulb racers.....

Re: A case for Tru-Start
 

I leave first about 75% of the time and don't really care if they change it or not. Charlie I like the wall idea I think I would still have to womp on it a couple times and drag some break even if I couldn't see the man it's half the fun to me. To me leaving first is an advantage, I like being first out gives me first chance to screw up the stripe or not! Mickey where did you get your monkey from I've been wanting one too.....

Re: A case for Tru-Start
 

Please explain, thx, B

Re: A case for Tru-Start
 

Curious about that myself.

Re: A case for Tru-Start
 

I like the double DQ idea. Leave early and you're done. Keep it simple.I can't see the opponent's lights past staging anyway. All they need to do is hold the win light until a car passes the finish line.

Re: A case for Tru-Start
 

Peter on WFO about tru-start. Box or Bottom bulb.

https://soundcloud.com/wforadio/nitr...2016#t=2:02:45

“All the reports were good (after the Las Vegas and Bristol) races and my phone start ring off the wall with race tracks that wanted TruSTART right then,” Brockmeyer said. “We have 35 race tracks that want it right now.”