So, Indy 2020...

[Bob Mulry]

Well Andy,

I don't know where to start, because I don't understand what you are talking about.

I am talking about the 65th US Nationals at INDY.

I'm not talking about last years winners.

There are a lot of GFOGH people that are not fast and who think they are.

A win in CLASS sorts that out.

Try it you might like it.

Travel across the country to race the best, who traveled across the country to race you.

I am trying not be a jerk, but if you haven't done it than it's very difficult to get what INDY is all about.

[Andy Friar]

Originally Posted by Bob Mulry

Well Andy,

I don't know where to start, because I don't understand what you are talking about.

I am talking about the 65th US Nationals at INDY.

I'm not talking about last years winners.

There are a lot of GFOGH people that are not fast and who think they are.

A win in CLASS sorts that out.

Try it you might like it.

Travel across the country to race the best, who traveled across the country to race you.

I am trying not be a jerk, but if you haven't done it than it's very difficult to get what INDY is all about.

Yeah, I guess I misread that you meant win class and then auto entered into eliminations, in the same year of the event. Fair enough. Been to Indy multiple times as a spectator and with my Dad's different cars. I believe I get what it is about, but I have never felt the feeling of standing in front of the class winner billboard as the winner, or made the field as a driver, or turned the corner to see a packed grandstands, etc. So it turns out I probably don't get INDY.
I respectfully still think 128 best qualifying times should be the measure. I also think previous national champs shouldn't get an exemption, but like everyone else, I am entitled to my 'wrong' or unpopular opinion. Got 3 kids, 2 of them under 3 yrs old. I plan to race at the 'Big Go' in 5-10 years, in Super Stock. SS/FA or SS/GA. We'll see if I can make the field or look stupid trying...

Either way, I don't get a lot work done this week every year, checking run sheets, forums, youtube live feed watching the sportsman, facebook, etc. Good luck Bob if you are racing there, and to anyone else. Most important to me, hoping no one gets hurt racing, pits, etc...

[Bob Mulry]

Andy,

We have only been INDY twice 1985 and 2004 and think about going back every year.

We would like to race INDY every year along with BG and Earlville.

It's only about a 6,500 mile tow.

We will see what the future holds.

[Andy Friar]

Originally Posted by Bob Mulry

Andy,

We have only been INDY twice 1985 and 2004 and think about going back every year.

We would like to race INDY every year along with BG and Earlville.

It's only about a 6,500 mile tow.

We will see what the future holds.

Nice! If you ever make it near Michigan my driveway, shop and tools are always available for Drag Racers use...

[Bob Mulry]

Breaking News:

Just an update on Factory Stock qualifying at the 2019 US Nationals at INDY in Stock Eliminator

31 of the 32 Factory Stock cars entered Qualified to race at the 2019 US Nationals in Stock Eliminator.

That is quite an accomplishment getting 97% of the Factory Stock cars entered to qualify and to race in Stock Eliminator at the 2019 US Nationals.

NHRA you should hang your head in shame, that is if you have any..

[doglover44]

Originally Posted by Bob Mulry

Breaking News:

Just an update on Factory Stock qualifying at the 2019 US Nationals at INDY in Stock Eliminator

31 of the 32 Factory Stock cars entered Qualified to race at the 2019 US Nationals in Stock Eliminator.

That is quite an accomplishment getting 97% of the Factory Stock cars entered to qualify and to race in Stock Eliminator at the 2019 US Nationals.

NHRA you should hang your head in shame, that is if you have any..

Who is it ?

[Lenny5160]

Originally Posted by Bob Mulry

Breaking News:
31 of the 32 Factory Stock cars entered Qualified to race at the 2019 US Nationals in Stock Eliminator.

Pending tech, of course.

[Evan Smith]

This is a never-ending debate... older guys who cherish the classic muscle want to see nothing but that. Younger folks want to see the cars they like. But... one fact remains, if you want to race at Indy, make your car fast.

Just look at the top qualifier who out ran 160 cars. Did anyone notice that a 140-horsepower car from the smog era, one that most would not even consider a "Muscle Car," qualified number one? Why should NHRA allow that (I say jokingly)? Is that fair (same humor)? Evolution is a part of every aspect of life, why should racing be any different. If the vast majority of Stock racers coveted the old cars, they'd all be driving them.

With that said, I'm a huge muscle car guy, love 60's and 70's cars, but should NHRA remain stuck in time? There is no other motorsports in the world where racers can be competitive in 10, 20, 30, 40 or 50-year old cars. Yet, racers can still win in any year car in NHRA drag racing.