new A/FX CLASS - Page 7

MoJo Risen · 06-29-2023, 10:20 PM

I thought this class was above cool... The factory car bodies would be just like the old days of pro stock and would sell cars.This 1st Camaro ruined it for me as a spectator. The car doesn't look like a factory car, especially behind the doors. Rick Flare would be proud of this rear end of the Camaro.

Geoff Turks car looks like a real factory body and the build of Chis Holbrook has the looks of factory as well.

JGrossijr · 06-29-2023, 11:05 PM

That is so awesome!
Keep the 10.5 tire

DG · 06-29-2023, 11:32 PM

I suppose most of you have seen it already, but I watched the Jeff Turks run and crash in his A/FX Challenger. What a super cool car, but scary crash, glad he is okay.

https://moparinsiders.com/nhra-facto...uring-testing/

TOSTO RACING · 06-30-2023, 08:14 AM

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Originally Posted by SSDiv6

The rules that were released to the public were changed and NHRA has not published the changes because they are still under review. As an example, the trunk is now carbon fiber with a built-in wing. Also, the latest rumor is some have requested to do away with the spec drag slicks and run your choice of drag slicks.

My brother works for a well known chassis builder. I'm aware of how these are being built.

Cool video Joe did!

Dan Bennett · 06-30-2023, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by DG

I suppose most of you have seen it already, but I watched the Jeff Turks run and crash in his A/FX Challenger. What a super cool car, but scary crash, glad he is okay.

https://moparinsiders.com/nhra-facto...uring-testing/

I had heard about the crash, but hadn't gone to look for the video.

Two things came to mind: On these types of cars, I don't think I've ever seen the deck lid dip down before it meets the wing. And I was surprised the car was in first gear for so long.

I realize these are still being developed, so whether the deck contour comes from the rules or is an experiment could make a difference. Same for ratio in first gear.

bigshow2966 · 07-02-2023, 03:34 AM

As a side note, Geoff posted a few days ago on FB that he was not feeling well. His wife talked him into going to the hospital and they found a couple bleeders in his brain from the crash. They got him fixed up and he is back at it.

SSDA Hemi · 07-02-2023, 08:09 AM

NHRA is in the entertainment business. Their first priority is to draw spectators. And for those that think the priority should be to supply racers a place to race.... How profitable do you think a divisional is with no spectators? How long do most businesses last not being profitable??

Sadly take away heads up runs and Stock and Super Stock is just expensive bracket racing. And maybe some of you are better than me but watching bracket racing is not very exciting for the most part. After a couple of pairs unless I'm watching a specific car or friend and..... Super Classes, Bracket Racing with an index. Damn competition eliminator is same, just CIC instead of breaking out......

Heads up drag racing is not cheap to participate, but it is the easiest to watch, especially for a drag racing newbie. It appears NHRA is lowering sportsman quotas and minimal rounds on Sunday for easier viewing and a better show while still keeping us involved. I give them credit right now as car counts are up with the pros and alcohol classes, Factory Stock is getting the car manufacturers involved which is a great thing, and if there are guys willing to build a factory stock car on steroids... Thank you!! The only ones that should be bitching here are the guys spending the $ to build the cars. The rest of us should be thankful for their efforts!

Everyone should pray NHRA is around in 10 years and do everything possible to make it happen. We need them much more than they need us and give a big props to them for trying to draw the spectator and put on a great show. We are not in the 70's anymore and NHRA TV is the greatest thing since sliced bread, well unless you're trying to work on your race car in the shop LOL! Thank you NHRA, Racers building cars for this class and fingers crossed manufacturers stay involved and support this class!!

Dan Bennett · 07-03-2023, 02:40 PM

So the plot thickens.

From IHRA - "In addition, there will be a heads-up Real Steel, No-Time class that requires OEM steel shell, steel doors and steel fenders (with the exception of those originally fiberglass, which must be factory-original parts). No Billet heads or engine blocks are allowed."

I don't follow outlaw racing so I'm not sure what existing cars (if any) could fit the class. I'm posting this due to the conversation about getting new specators and new racers into the sport.

Rob Petrie E395 · 07-06-2023, 03:26 PM

Just saw where Ex Pro Stock racer Allen Johnson is going to drive Jeff Turks car.

Mike Schwartz · 07-08-2023, 05:48 PM

There's an article on Competition Plus. Geoff is no longer driving.

Turk Faces Near Death Experience Which Puts Allen Johnson Behind The Wheel Again

06-29-2023, 10:20 PM	#61
MoJo Risen Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 200 Likes: 14 Liked 142 Times in 51 Posts	Re: new A/FX CLASS I thought this class was above cool... The factory car bodies would be just like the old days of pro stock and would sell cars.This 1st Camaro ruined it for me as a spectator. The car doesn't look like a factory car, especially behind the doors. Rick Flare would be proud of this rear end of the Camaro. Geoff Turks car looks like a real factory body and the build of Chis Holbrook has the looks of factory as well. Last edited by MoJo Risen; 06-29-2023 at 11:02 PM.

06-29-2023, 11:05 PM	#62
JGrossijr Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Brentwood, California Posts: 98 Likes: 377 Liked 460 Times in 59 Posts	Re: new A/FX CLASS That is so awesome! Keep the 10.5 tire

06-29-2023, 11:32 PM	#63
DG Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Central Sierra's Posts: 165 Likes: 461 Liked 449 Times in 98 Posts	Re: new A/FX CLASS I suppose most of you have seen it already, but I watched the Jeff Turks run and crash in his A/FX Challenger. What a super cool car, but scary crash, glad he is okay. https://moparinsiders.com/nhra-facto...uring-testing/

07-02-2023, 03:34 AM	#66
bigshow2966 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: chicago Posts: 654 Likes: 675 Liked 180 Times in 55 Posts	Re: new A/FX CLASS As a side note, Geoff posted a few days ago on FB that he was not feeling well. His wife talked him into going to the hospital and they found a couple bleeders in his brain from the crash. They got him fixed up and he is back at it.

07-02-2023, 08:09 AM	#67
SSDA Hemi Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: NJ Posts: 503 Likes: 130 Liked 451 Times in 77 Posts	Re: new A/FX CLASS NHRA is in the entertainment business. Their first priority is to draw spectators. And for those that think the priority should be to supply racers a place to race.... How profitable do you think a divisional is with no spectators? How long do most businesses last not being profitable?? Sadly take away heads up runs and Stock and Super Stock is just expensive bracket racing. And maybe some of you are better than me but watching bracket racing is not very exciting for the most part. After a couple of pairs unless I'm watching a specific car or friend and..... Super Classes, Bracket Racing with an index. Damn competition eliminator is same, just CIC instead of breaking out...... Heads up drag racing is not cheap to participate, but it is the easiest to watch, especially for a drag racing newbie. It appears NHRA is lowering sportsman quotas and minimal rounds on Sunday for easier viewing and a better show while still keeping us involved. I give them credit right now as car counts are up with the pros and alcohol classes, Factory Stock is getting the car manufacturers involved which is a great thing, and if there are guys willing to build a factory stock car on steroids... Thank you!! The only ones that should be bitching here are the guys spending the $ to build the cars. The rest of us should be thankful for their efforts! Everyone should pray NHRA is around in 10 years and do everything possible to make it happen. We need them much more than they need us and give a big props to them for trying to draw the spectator and put on a great show. We are not in the 70's anymore and NHRA TV is the greatest thing since sliced bread, well unless you're trying to work on your race car in the shop LOL! Thank you NHRA, Racers building cars for this class and fingers crossed manufacturers stay involved and support this class!!

07-03-2023, 02:40 PM	#68
Dan Bennett Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 439 Likes: 849 Liked 595 Times in 136 Posts	Re: new A/FX CLASS So the plot thickens. From IHRA - "In addition, there will be a heads-up Real Steel, No-Time class that requires OEM steel shell, steel doors and steel fenders (with the exception of those originally fiberglass, which must be factory-original parts). No Billet heads or engine blocks are allowed." I don't follow outlaw racing so I'm not sure what existing cars (if any) could fit the class. I'm posting this due to the conversation about getting new specators and new racers into the sport.

07-06-2023, 03:26 PM	#69
Rob Petrie E395 VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Woodlawn IL Posts: 1,092 Likes: 162 Liked 216 Times in 77 Posts	Re: new A/FX CLASS Just saw where Ex Pro Stock racer Allen Johnson is going to drive Jeff Turks car.

07-08-2023, 05:48 PM	#70
Mike Schwartz Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Maryland USA Posts: 533 Likes: 129 Liked 248 Times in 89 Posts	Re: new A/FX CLASS There's an article on Competition Plus. Geoff is no longer driving. Turk Faces Near Death Experience Which Puts Allen Johnson Behind The Wheel Again Last edited by Mike Schwartz; 07-10-2023 at 03:04 AM. Reason: Fixed link display.