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Old 07-13-2010, 04:49 PM   #46
69javman
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Default Re: Alcohol dragster?

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Originally Posted by rx dealer View Post
N H R A must look at formula 1 and how the BRAKES are on those cars and the tub around the driver. those brakes can stop the formula 1 car at 220 mph, it can stop an
alcohol dragster/funny car and for that matter a nitro car and even pro stock. The brakes on the PRO / alcohol category cars are a JOKE compare to formula 1. Jeff Gordon drove a formula 1 car a couple of years ago and he said what is more incredible than the excelaration is the braking on the car. Luke SS 311
I agree. Why these cars, at these speeds, don't use proper 4 wheel brakes is beyond me.
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