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Originally Posted by 340Cuda
I went through this with NHRA a while back with my SS/BS Barracuda (still in development and as I age becoming a garage queen).
Basically NHRA approved was stock suspension for cars that were originally RWD.
I know there are usually two sides to every story but does anyone think allowing RWD cars to perform front suspension modifications the FWD conversions are allowed is a bad idea?
I think the affected classes in Super Stock could be GT, Modified, and Modified Stock
Thanks,
Bill Lamb
SS/BS 4340
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I'm sure that Joe presented a strong case for the changes, replete with engineering and practical rationales, but, unfortunately, to no avail.
The FWD cars are given a significant advantage over RWDs not only from the standpoint of the front suspension, but changes to the frame, floor, tunnel and firewall. Most importantly, they're small, light and aerodynamic.
RWD cars are inherently disadvantaged since they are larger, heavier and less aerodynamic. But we choose to run them. There will always be the Einstein's who say "then, why don't you just build a FWD conversion car?" As though that's a rational response or solution.
Under the current rules, our cars are flat out penalized, which makes no sense, never mind creating better parity.
Changes to the front suspension not only create a safer car, but removes weight and provides more manageable engine and header clearance. It can also provide room for a belly pan.
The rule is bewildering.