Jerry Emmons speaks his mind

[TBR151J]

Originally Posted by Michael Beard

It IS in black and white. The rule specifically states:



The only 'discretion' involved in this rule is determining whether or not a vehicle hit something or crossed the centerline. Period. It is completely unambiguous.

Let me clarify. If NHRA wants to make a ruling in a case such as this based off of skid marks seen on the track OR based off of tire smoke coming from the front tires, then they need to clarify the rule and include that. I agree that what was done in no way violates the rule as written, and I can see where he would be mighty P-O'd about being DQ'd per the rule as written. My point being is if NHRA want to make a ruling on this how the did, then they need to amend the rule at the same time. That's all I was trying to say.

And I agree that sometimes its excessive braking because the driver stomped two feet on the pedal and tried to throw the car in park, and sometimes things happen because of mechanical issues and that can cause the car to wiggle, premature lock up the tires, etc. I would hope that if it's a mechanical issue NHRA would make up for it somehow, but it is NHRA after all.

[Dan Wilson]

It appears to me that racers are dialing soft with the full intension of hitting the breaks at the end of the run. If that is the plan then plan on getting tossed. They should dial closer to what they can run so this is not an issue. They know what their car will run.

Dan

[Tony Janes]

That is how it works Dan with the top notch drivers.

[Frank Castros]

Could it be that Jerry is being used as an example because of his prominent stature to send a message that excessive braking will longer be tolerated?
It certainly has gotten the attention of this forum.

[Mark Yacavone]

Originally Posted by Tony Janes

That is how it works Dan with the top notch drivers.

Not so sure about that,Tony .
None of the guys I hang around with, hold back tenths of a second.
They seem to do alright.

[MR DERBY CITY]

Originally Posted by Dan Wilson

It appears to me that racers are dialing soft with the full intension of hitting the breaks at the end of the run. If that is the plan then plan on getting tossed. They should dial closer to what they can run so this is not an issue. They know what their car will run.

Dan

Gee, you are very astute.

[Dan Wilson]

Originally Posted by MR DERBY CITY

Gee, you are very astute.

as·tute
əˈst(y)o͞ot/
adjective
adjective: astute; comparative adjective: astuter; superlative adjective: astutest
having or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage.
"an astute businessman"
synonyms:
shrewd, sharp, acute, adroit, quick, clever, crafty, intelligent, bright, smart, canny, intuitive, perceptive, insightful, incisive, sagacious, wise; informalon the ball, quick on the uptake, savvy; heads-up

how about that. the last synonym is "heads-up". Must be about class racing.

Dan

[Jeff Stout]

Originally Posted by Dan Wilson

It appears to me that racers are dialing soft with the full intension of hitting the breaks at the end of the run. If that is the plan then plan on getting tossed. They should dial closer to what they can run so this is not an issue. They know what their car will run.

Dan

Driver can dial whatever he or she wants under index. That's the rule. No rule stating you have to run what you know your car will run. Its to bad though as AHFS would work very quickly.

[Buick6]

Speaking as an outsider looking to get in the game, I have to say it is a shame when any drag race is won by "sandbagging" in order to cross the finish line hard on the brakes instead of at full throttle. Seems like that nonsense should be left to the bracket racers. How boring for the spectators (what spectators?). But as has been stated, the "top notch drivers" have figured this out and will continue to win that way because the rules have allowed this to happen. Can't blame them for finding a way that works. Perhaps the fix opens up a bigger can of worms for NHRA to attempt to police. Maybe the name should be changed to "Brake Racing" instead of "Drag Racing".

[4406mopar]

Say what you want, driver was warned, driver continued, he got tossed.

Then states that they will not dictate his driving. Well they just did.

Lucky they let him win the winter nationals driving like that. Remember it's their game up to their discretion, states that in the rulebook.