NMCA Open Comp ????

[SSGT Mustang]

Originally Posted by CJ Perry

Mean Street is a tough class. We tried it a couple years ago. I'd be willing to bet if we had the backing and time to do some testing different clmbos, we could be competive.

I'm building a K/SA car with my son, and I keep on saying to myself: I can't believe that I'm spending this much money to go this slow......

I'm also putting my super stocker back to work, and spent a bunch of money for a new engine that is down on power. Chevrolets dominate in my class (SS/BS) because (in part) there is so much R&D from Comp that filters over into it. Hell, you could buy a used 320 inch 15 degree comp motor that makes 800-plus horsepower for half of what I just paid for my engine.

The NMCA deal is a real eye-opener (for me, at least). It just seems so much better than what the NHRA is offering. They have made a real effort to bring parity to the racing, too. And, I simply don't see the cost being that much greater than what you would spend on a competitive class car, regardless of manufacturer.

The problem for me is that there are not a lot of events nearby (none really). But, it's something to think about, even if I have to travel a good distance to race.

Thanks, Kevin, for bringing up the topic.