Looking for spot in Stock at LV Nationals

[GarysZ24]

Originally Posted by Jeff Lee

Gary,
I believe the main issue is AZ race followed by Vegas divisional and national. If your on a budget and can't afford all three, then most would agree to put the money into two races at one location a week apart. Plus Vegas is a lot more fun (and better track) than Firebird.

Your first responses have merit (although those who've patronized the more expensive races from D's 1,7, and even 6 since they charge as much for a divisional as 7), but I feel if they can afford to go to those races, then why not come here like they used to? Your budget comment is credible, but if Larry and Patsy Hill are coming out here (from over 2k miles away!) amongst others, then where's all of the California racers, and others from around Az., that used to always show up here?

I'll agree that 'Vegas is a better track than Firebird International Raceway (I spelled it out due to the REAL Firebird Raceway being near Boise, Id.). However, I will reserve that "fun" comment, since I recall having to run a first round race at a divisional (either in '09, or '08), between 11pm Sat. night, & 1am Sun. morning (when most/all other race tracks would be closed for the night, and their racers would be sleeping and racing at least 7hrs later Sun. morning). I won't fondly remember that, especially after having to hang out at the track for hours prior to that modified schedule! Thus, not one of our Div. directors better decisions...he definitely didn't have the best interest of his racers in mind then!

[jmcarter]

Think Jeff is right but also believe last year's fiasco might play a role here. The event entry closed at 33 SS and 43 Stk and a whopping 190 below the total quota so folks must be waiting for Vegas and watch what transpires this year. Hopefully this year's event will be without incident, track issues have been addressed and Firebird can pick back up with their traditional date next year.

[c's70-1/2 Z28]

When we originally started checking the quota on Stock entries, they were taking 128 entries...when it dropped to 90, & it was full, we were pretty bummed! We'd like to go to Vegas since there's the National event, SEMA show, & then division 7 race. We can make some good contacts during all that....best bang for our buck,so to speak!
(we did see that someone managed to get in after we have been trying....there were 91 signed up late 1 night, then next am there were 92 signed up!?)

[c's70-1/2 Z28]

We haven't been able to travel this year for several reasons, ie death in family..... & of course, gas prices & the rest of the economy doesn't help anyone! Have never been to Firebird International to race...I believe Vegas is the farthest we've gone.....gotta stick around to run the business most of the time. Anyway, if you hear of someone dropping out in Stock let us know.....Thanks again. (& we are checking quota everyday, several times a day....guess we might have a chance of getting in at the last minute....)

[jmcarter]

Originally Posted by c's70-1/2 Z28

We haven't been able to travel this year for several reasons, ie death in family..... & of course, gas prices & the rest of the economy doesn't help anyone! Have never been to Firebird International to race...I believe Vegas is the farthest we've gone.....gotta stick around to run the business most of the time. Anyway, if you hear of someone dropping out in Stock let us know.....Thanks again. (& we are checking quota everyday, several times a day....guess we might have a chance of getting in at the last minute....)

The entries can go "over quota" when ex-champs and those in contention for good points finishes enter. That's why Toby indicated in another thread that he waits before entering, which he can do because of his points position (and good sportsmanship). Also, you've got to have entry grade points equal to the points it took when the field initially filled. Somebody else may have been tracking that or you can simply send an email to NHRA (use the "contact NHRA" link in the registration screen) and they will tell you how many points are needed should withdrawals open up spots.

[Tony Janes]

One grade point for Vegas stock and super stock

[jmcarter]

Originally Posted by Tony Janes

One grade point for Vegas stock and super stock

Thanks for that clarification Tony, I didn't know but figured somebody did.

Wish everyone would put real names or signatures in their threads, don't mind helping but nice to know who's asking.

[GarysZ24]

Originally Posted by c's70-1/2 Z28

We haven't been able to travel this year for several reasons, ie death in family..... & of course, gas prices & the rest of the economy doesn't help anyone! Have never been to Firebird International to race...I believe Vegas is the farthest we've gone.....gotta stick around to run the business most of the time. Anyway, if you hear of someone dropping out in Stock let us know.....Thanks again. (& we are checking quota everyday, several times a day....guess we might have a chance of getting in at the last minute....)

Sorry to hear/read about the love one you lost this year, and I hope you and yours are ok?