"Live" from Indy US Nationals 2013

MikeFicacci · 08-30-2013, 04:28 PM

As some of you know, Ken Miele drives our three valve stocker. After winning class, Ken got an invitation to the barn and was just kicked out for having head studs in the engine. That was my fault as we were under the impression studs were ok to use in an aluminum block engine as the factory torque-to-yield bolts are one use only and can get to be expensive. I tried to explain my case to NHRA but it fell of deaf ears. Needless to say, the "rules" seem to change day by day and it was my fault for not changing them. Can't tell you how many guys were icing in the lanes, using dry ice in the lanes, dumping water in the lanes, and have incorrect pieces on the cars and get away with it. I simply got caught. Just want to say sorry to Kenny as he knew nothing about the internals of the engine.

Kevin McKenna · 08-30-2013, 04:51 PM

Mopar Hemi Challenge finals are set.

Rick Houser vs. Steven Hebert.

Westcott and Houser had a great race in the semi's with Houser taking the win, 8.50 to 8.51.

PontiacManiac · 08-30-2013, 05:19 PM

Hello from Day 3 of the US Nationals!

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4VbSskDZx0"]A Day At Tear Down 2013 - YouTube[/ame]

Bob Don · 08-30-2013, 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by MsPennzoil

Hello from Day 3 of the US Nationals!

That was a pretty neat video - thanks for posting!

tommy d · 08-30-2013, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by MsPennzoil

Hello from Day 3 of the US Nationals!

Great post R.L.S.! Thanks for taking us along. Tom.D.

keith ohanesian · 08-30-2013, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by MsPennzoil

Hello from Day 3 of the US Nationals!

Best video ever of Indy!
Back In the day we would have an 8am date. We showed up at 1:45 with the cooler. Drove it in last and was the first ones out running! Brian MaCormack, The Worners, Linc Morehead, my self and a big cooler of BEER! We always tried to get the strippers to help us.

Awesome Video Randi. Still have no idea what Bo says when he mumbles.
Nothing better than putting the trophy on the roof at teardown!

wpgmb · 08-30-2013, 11:45 PM

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Originally Posted by MsPennzoil

Hello from Day 3 of the US Nationals!

Great video that captures the spirit of Indy.
Saw Jim D'Amore of JDM Engineering at minute 3.00. Nice to see a top engine builder helping his customers with teardown

brent flynn · 08-30-2013, 05:18 PM

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Originally Posted by MikeFicacci

As some of you know, Ken Miele drives our three valve stocker. After winning class, Ken got an invitation to the barn and was just kicked out for having head studs in the engine. That was my fault as we were previously told that studs were ok to use in an aluminum block engine as the factory torque-to-yield bolts are one use only and can get to be expensive. I tried to explain my case to NHRA but it fell of deaf ears. Needless to say, the "rules" seem to change day by day and it was my fault for not changing them. Can't tell you how many guys were icing in the lanes, using dry ice in the lanes, dumping water in the lanes, and have incorrect pieces on the cars and get away with it. I simply got caught. Just want to say sorry to Kenny as he knew nothing about the internals of the engine.

I dont know why they dont allow head studs...heck, they allow Roller Rockers...

Mike Fuller · 08-30-2013, 06:30 PM

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Originally Posted by MikeFicacci

As some of you know, Ken Miele drives our three valve stocker. After winning class, Ken got an invitation to the barn and was just kicked out for having head studs in the engine. That was my fault as we were previously told that studs were ok to use in an aluminum block engine as the factory torque-to-yield bolts are one use only and can get to be expensive. I tried to explain my case to NHRA but it fell of deaf ears. Needless to say, the "rules" seem to change day by day and it was my fault for not changing them. Can't tell you how many guys were icing in the lanes, using dry ice in the lanes, dumping water in the lanes, and have incorrect pieces on the cars and get away with it. I simply got caught. Just want to say sorry to Kenny as he knew nothing about the internals of the engine.

Mike
I never understood why head studs are not allowed in stock. How do they provide a performance advantage? When I set the record in Rockingham in 1991 I had head studs in my motor at that time. The national event crew did the tear down. Soon thereafter it was declared against the rules and added to the engine section of the rules the following year. Head studs are a practical item for race motors and should be made legal again.

ChevyII · 08-30-2013, 07:04 PM

Congrats Randi-Lynn Shipp on your class win and passing tech! That is one fast Pontiac Firebird.

You made the weekend for many of us die-hard Indy fans who could not make it. Our last visit was 2009 and yes one of the highlights was the teardown barn. To pass in there truly means something for all Stock and Super Stock racers!.

I wish you all the best in trying to win Indy in Stock!

Mike Ferstl
SG SC 6091

08-30-2013, 04:28 PM	#1
MikeFicacci Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 241 Likes: 1 Liked 19 Times in 2 Posts	Re: "Live" from Indy US Nationals 2013 As some of you know, Ken Miele drives our three valve stocker. After winning class, Ken got an invitation to the barn and was just kicked out for having head studs in the engine. That was my fault as we were under the impression studs were ok to use in an aluminum block engine as the factory torque-to-yield bolts are one use only and can get to be expensive. I tried to explain my case to NHRA but it fell of deaf ears. Needless to say, the "rules" seem to change day by day and it was my fault for not changing them. Can't tell you how many guys were icing in the lanes, using dry ice in the lanes, dumping water in the lanes, and have incorrect pieces on the cars and get away with it. I simply got caught. Just want to say sorry to Kenny as he knew nothing about the internals of the engine. __________________ Mike Ficacci Stk 1010 Last edited by MikeFicacci; 08-31-2013 at 10:05 AM. Reason: Spelling

08-30-2013, 04:51 PM	#2
Kevin McKenna Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 194 Likes: 0 Liked 32 Times in 7 Posts	Re: "Live" from Indy US Nationals 2013 Mopar Hemi Challenge finals are set. Rick Houser vs. Steven Hebert. Westcott and Houser had a great race in the semi's with Houser taking the win, 8.50 to 8.51.

08-30-2013, 05:19 PM	#3
PontiacManiac Live Reporter Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Floyds Knobs, IN Posts: 28 Likes: 2 Liked 24 Times in 1 Post	Re: "Live" from Indy US Nationals 2013 Hello from Day 3 of the US Nationals! [ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4VbSskDZx0"]A Day At Tear Down 2013 - YouTube[/ame]

08-30-2013, 07:04 PM	#10
ChevyII Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Calgary, Alberta Posts: 263 Likes: 3 Liked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: "Live" from Indy US Nationals 2013 Congrats Randi-Lynn Shipp on your class win and passing tech! That is one fast Pontiac Firebird. You made the weekend for many of us die-hard Indy fans who could not make it. Our last visit was 2009 and yes one of the highlights was the teardown barn. To pass in there truly means something for all Stock and Super Stock racers!. I wish you all the best in trying to win Indy in Stock! Mike Ferstl SG SC 6091