Where are the SS cars in New England?

robzneed4speed · 06-13-2013, 08:54 AM

Just what it says. Only 43 cars entered at Epping, and last years divisional was also a very low Super Stock car count. Come on guys, dust em off. One of my favorite cars is Dame's Cuda...and there are others that I haven't seen in a while. Just being a fanboy.

Dan Bernay · 06-13-2013, 09:14 AM

Just speculation but I would say distance from New Jersey, Penn, some parts of New York are preventing a lot of entries from those areas .

ss wannabee · 06-13-2013, 09:35 AM

I think the current economy has a say in that as well...

Add to that...seems like more races posted than ever before...

Associations...Circuits...Divisionals...Nationals. ....

Most of us have family life too...graduations...birthdays...other get-togethers...maybe a bit of vacation...(away from cars...etc.)

Don't forget a day for Dad too!

Also times...when you have to work extra...if you're lucky? to....

A real "balancing act"...on the calendar...if ya ask me!

Bobby Fazio · 06-13-2013, 10:52 AM

I withdrew yesterday since my suspension is still out of whack and did not want to spend $1000+ for a test session, although 42 cars and a ladder software program can be lots of fun! Couldn't find a reasonably priced hotel in the area. Also I haven't been to this track before but from the pics I've seen, is this facility is ready to host a national event? I'm sure fan turnout may be the largest of the whole mello yello tour this year which makes me mad that I have to miss this race!

Ed Wright · 06-13-2013, 11:48 AM

We only had 32 SS cars entered at No Problem this past weekend. Don't remember ever seeing that few, even when we ran off of records.

MIRADA · 06-13-2013, 01:51 PM

I have a question? I have a Super Stocker and have never raced a NHRA event before. Anyone ever gotten in without grade points? I am from NB Canada and would consider making the trip if I could get in....

Eric Merryfield · 06-13-2013, 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by MIRADA

I have a question? I have a Super Stocker and have never raced a NHRA event before. Anyone ever gotten in without grade points? I am from NB Canada and would consider making the trip if I could get in....

No you need to get a grade point. I was in the same boat years ago when I ran IHRA and wanted to attend a NHRA national event.

Eric

Rsmith38 · 06-13-2013, 02:25 PM

Only 58 Stk and 43 SS at Bristol today. NHRA Schedule with 4 Nats in a row, plus Leb Div1 and 2 ASRA races last weekend makes for a lot of races without a break. Keep up the good work ROB!

robzneed4speed · 06-13-2013, 04:14 PM

Sorry about the car Bobby, but like I said, it looked great on film.

That's what I mean Ed, I know there are a lot more cars in New England and Canada without having to make the long trip from NJ or further south. And thanks RSmith, I'll do my best. Thanks for the input everyone. Hopefully they can get some racing in at the valley this weekend...no seepage!!

Superfan1 · 06-13-2013, 06:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Bobby Fazio

I withdrew yesterday since my suspension is still out of whack and did not want to spend $1000+ for a test session, although 42 cars and a ladder software program can be lots of fun! Couldn't find a reasonably priced hotel in the area. Also I haven't been to this track before but from the pics I've seen, is this facility is ready to host a national event? I'm sure fan turnout may be the largest of the whole mello yello tour this year which makes me mad that I have to miss this race!

Bobby, I am staying at the Red Roof Inn in Salem, NH. A Superior King room, includes fridge and microwave, is costing me $61.19 + tax for Thursday, and $76.49 + tax for Friday and Saturday; the total comes to $233.45. It is about 40 minutes from the track; keep it in mind for any future trips to New England Dragway.

06-13-2013, 08:54 AM	#1
robzneed4speed Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Westfield, Ma Posts: 588 Likes: 6 Liked 243 Times in 32 Posts	Where are the SS cars in New England? Just what it says. Only 43 cars entered at Epping, and last years divisional was also a very low Super Stock car count. Come on guys, dust em off. One of my favorite cars is Dame's Cuda...and there are others that I haven't seen in a while. Just being a fanboy. __________________ Robzneed4speed Videos www.robzneed4speed.com www.facebook.com/robzneed4speed

06-13-2013, 09:14 AM	#2
Dan Bernay Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Connecticut Posts: 391 Likes: 2 Liked 13 Times in 8 Posts	Re: Where are the SS cars in New England? Just speculation but I would say distance from New Jersey, Penn, some parts of New York are preventing a lot of entries from those areas .

06-13-2013, 09:35 AM	#3
ss wannabee Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 663 Likes: 0 Liked 7 Times in 7 Posts	Re: Where are the SS cars in New England? I think the current economy has a say in that as well... Add to that...seems like more races posted than ever before... Associations...Circuits...Divisionals...Nationals. .... Most of us have family life too...graduations...birthdays...other get-togethers...maybe a bit of vacation...(away from cars...etc.) Don't forget a day for Dad too! Also times...when you have to work extra...if you're lucky? to.... A real "balancing act"...on the calendar...if ya ask me!

06-13-2013, 10:52 AM	#4
Bobby Fazio VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Egg Harbor Township, NJ Posts: 1,468 Likes: 1,448 Liked 4,365 Times in 501 Posts	Re: Where are the SS cars in New England? I withdrew yesterday since my suspension is still out of whack and did not want to spend $1000+ for a test session, although 42 cars and a ladder software program can be lots of fun! Couldn't find a reasonably priced hotel in the area. Also I haven't been to this track before but from the pics I've seen, is this facility is ready to host a national event? I'm sure fan turnout may be the largest of the whole mello yello tour this year which makes me mad that I have to miss this race! __________________ '65 Mustang SS/L & L/SA DriverInterviews.com \| App.DragInsights.com

06-13-2013, 11:48 AM	#5
Ed Wright Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Sand Springs, OK Posts: 8,132 Likes: 896 Liked 390 Times in 170 Posts	Re: Where are the SS cars in New England? We only had 32 SS cars entered at No Problem this past weekend. Don't remember ever seeing that few, even when we ran off of records. __________________ Ed Wright 4156 SS/JA

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MIRADA Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Moncton N.B. Canada Posts: 25 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Where are the SS cars in New England? I have a question? I have a Super Stocker and have never raced a NHRA event before. Anyone ever gotten in without grade points? I am from NB Canada and would consider making the trip if I could get in....

06-13-2013, 02:25 PM	#8
Rsmith38 Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Posts: 186 Likes: 0 Liked 28 Times in 15 Posts	Re: Where are the SS cars in New England? Only 58 Stk and 43 SS at Bristol today. NHRA Schedule with 4 Nats in a row, plus Leb Div1 and 2 ASRA races last weekend makes for a lot of races without a break. Keep up the good work ROB!

06-13-2013, 04:14 PM	#9
robzneed4speed Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Westfield, Ma Posts: 588 Likes: 6 Liked 243 Times in 32 Posts	Re: Where are the SS cars in New England? Sorry about the car Bobby, but like I said, it looked great on film. That's what I mean Ed, I know there are a lot more cars in New England and Canada without having to make the long trip from NJ or further south. And thanks RSmith, I'll do my best. Thanks for the input everyone. Hopefully they can get some racing in at the valley this weekend...no seepage!! __________________ Robzneed4speed Videos www.robzneed4speed.com www.facebook.com/robzneed4speed