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Originally Posted by Dick Butler
Some good thoughts but missed the point that the cost to run a Stocker or SS shouldnt have to be the same as a family home, the same as 4 years salary or be a moving target produced allowed by only factory standards.
Jr Stock wasnt the FASTEST or the most Expensive Muscle cars built but provided a heck of a lot of personal satisfaction and challenge on an affordable level.
They were a challenge across country for innovation and skills. They appealed to spectators and racers knowing the fact most could compete.
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Dick... I've calmed down now. I can "read between the lines" and know what you mean by cost. I have spent 2+ years wages and 2+ years worth of spare time on my new homebuilt Super Stock car (nearly complete). I live North of the border so we have to do things a little more cost effectively and do most things ourselves if we want to play in the same park. My car is part of my retirement plan, racing and traveling across the continent meeting other class racers, young and old.
I do agree that some constructive thought be put towards Stock eliminator, because of the value of traditional muscle cars. How about this: JR. Stock GT Pickup. 1985-99 S-10, Ranger or Dakota 2 wheel drive, regular cab short box only. Legal weight 2600 lbs. Stock firewall, 360 cubic inch maximum, 28X9 maximum tire, cast iron year specific intake, Spec. 600cfm carburetor with adapter or 1/2 inch spacer, bolt on traction device only, 3 speed automatic. Cross breeding of differentials allowed (no aluminum). No hood scoops and must have steel bumpers and spec. mufflers. Engine rules would be to stock eliminator spec. for year of engine (except carburetor) All vehicles would retain stock interior, functional windows, stock fuel tanks, stock battery location. Rollcage mounted to frame (6 locations minimum). Must be clean and presentable in appearance and function or DQ.
We all know that any of these trucks are plentiful and affordable. They will be rear wheel drive (conventional) and all will accept a V8 with conversion parts available. All competitors will be able to be on a level playing field with trying to put the power to the ground. 600 CFM would be spec. displacement allows trucks to be fast and mufflers keep the challenge up. Appearance will enhance degree of presentation to attract attention to participation. These trucks are still generational and applicable to relative age groups. There should be no reason why an average individual could not put a reliable,cost effective,professional appearing program like this together with a group of friends at home.
Just a thought and a bunch of understanding for your initial post. Only difference, trucks, rear wheel drive and rollbars. MB