The Keir Stocker is absolutely 1st rate craftsmanship - but is it legal?

Gary Smith · 06-05-2009, 11:37 PM

1. Motor Plate Is it a genuine plate or just a large bracket?
2. Motor / Mounts moved back How was this determined? Did tech measure it?
3. Radiator core support cut to allow front end removal How about NHRA ruling x-member mod for pan removal? That opens up a bigger can of worms. If the mod has no weight distribution or performance gain and is disguised, it's a moot point
4. No stock wiring Show me one that does
5. No heater controls My console and HVAC controls have been removed for trans maintenance and has passed NHRA tech
6. Frame connected above the floor Again, is it blatant or disguised?
7. Incorrect seats If true I agree. Not in the spirit of the category
8. Incorrect steering column Again, I might agree, except was it fab'd or from another body type?
9. A-Frame adjustable stops Now this I can see bitching and protesting, unless he ain't setting the world on fire.

I'm being more curious than pretentious. If visible mods are clearly stated as "prohibited" in the rule book it's a sure bet it won't pass. But Like Herb says, the "stock" in these cars went out a long time ago. I'll tell you there's at least 60 things about my car that aren't "stock" but it's all legal. Class car prep is, at best, like being an illusionist. My guess is you're a stock racer, and assume you already know and understand my reasoning. If not, you miss the whole idea behind class racing.

06-05-2009, 11:37 PM	#9
Gary Smith Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Greensboro, NC Posts: 820 Likes: 9 Liked 132 Times in 30 Posts	Re: The Keir Stocker is absolutely 1st rate craftsmanship - but is it legal? 1. Motor Plate *Is it a genuine plate or just a large bracket?* 2. Motor / Mounts moved back *How was this determined? Did tech measure it?* 3. Radiator core support cut to allow front end removal *How about NHRA ruling x-member mod for pan removal? That opens up a bigger can of worms. If the mod has no weight distribution or performance gain and is disguised, it's a moot point* 4. No stock wiring *Show me one that does* 5. No heater controls *My console and HVAC controls have been removed for trans maintenance and has passed NHRA tech* 6. Frame connected above the floor *Again, is it blatant or disguised?* 7. Incorrect seats *If true I agree. Not in the spirit of the category* 8. Incorrect steering column *Again, I might agree, except was it fab'd or from another body type?* 9. A-Frame adjustable stops *Now this I can see bitching and protesting, unless he ain't setting the world on fire.* I'm being more curious than pretentious. If visible mods are clearly stated as "prohibited" in the rule book it's a sure bet it won't pass. But Like Herb says, the "stock" in these cars went out a long time ago. I'll tell you there's at least 60 things about my car that aren't "stock" but it's all legal. Class car prep is, at best, like being an illusionist. My guess is you're a stock racer, and assume you already know and understand my reasoning. If not, you miss the whole idea behind class racing. __________________ Gary Smith "another broke racer spectating" Last edited by Gary Smith; 06-05-2009 at 11:42 PM.