[Jim Kaekel]

Another advantage that these new Cobra Jets, Drag Paks and now, COPOs offer is the improved ability to win the eliminator. Just like what we have seen happen in Super Comp, Super Gas, etc., the faster cars have the advantage when the race is always in front of them. Their opponent also has the first chance to red light. You're already starting to see a couple of the "hitters" driving the new cars, and I think you're going to see a lot more in the future. They are "obsoleting" the older cars and NHRA is letting it all happen with the "bogus" HP factors.