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Originally Posted by Erik Jones
Sean.
Justin started this post for an open discussion for the topic of this cylinder head, I have done my best to stay professional thru this. To answer your question if i am doing an engine for Dominic the answer is yes. I gave him the same answer i gave you when you asked me to do an engine for you guys after Indy...."I'm a year and a half out" the only difference is Dominic said yes.
In my opinion the only reason you are against this being approved is because i am taking the advantage away that you think you have. Remember i stood right next to you in the barn at Indy with your cylinder head in your hand... I have been looking at cylinder heads for a long time and i know what i am looking at. NHRA can only police what is written down and what they can measure and we both know that. Now there is a casting that everyone can buy to start on a level playing field.
Tilburg,
Yesterday your comments showed that you didn't understand the way a cylinder was made and today you are talking about casting boxes.... The only thing i can say on that is if you think spark plug location and water jacket on an aluminum aftermarket head that has to end up 172 ccs makes a difference in how it runs then you are working in the wrong area.
I've done my best to answer legitimate questions without beating around the bush, this is a serious topic about someone who is trying to make your lives easier if you don't wan't that then that's fine with me. I have already contacted NHRA about changing the plug location and or removing the heads from the list. In the end my customers still get the best that i can do at that time regardless of what i start with. Judging from the 30 phone calls i received yesterday your implications are acknowledged, so let the cards fall where the may gentleman.
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Erik, as you well know, I have the utmost respect for you. I have given numerous accolades to you and Larry about your performance and professionalism in the past, and continue. The "advantage" you claim I have, is something you cant just buy, and exploit when needed. John has worked his tail off, just like you. No part number there. I will continue to always feel I have an advantage, because I eat, sleep, and breathe super stock racing. Once again, no part number. I've expressed my concerns about this topic, as you know. I'm not going to debate on here about it. Other than Pandora's box has been opened, be careful what you all wish for.
As for Dominic, we made a business deal a while ago, and it hasnt been consumated in full. I'm sorry for dragging it into "your" thread.
Good luck, and I genuinely do wish you the best, concerning this topic.