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Opinion on a new race series #1511426 10/02/13 02:29 PM 10/02/13 02:29 PM
Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 9,910 Eighty Four, PA B G Racing OP master
B G Racing OP master Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 9,910 Eighty Four, PA	I'am going to put this out for serious responses and hope it is taken in the same manner. Would there be any interest or support for a new 3 race series similar to the old Super Car Shootouts? This would be mainly a all mopar race weekend with the exception of an all brand NSS class limited to cars built before 1973. This would be 1/8 mile racing,and could possible include exhibition match races with early all brand P/S,Gassers,Altereds and Funny Cars of bygone days. It's has possibilities and can be done with the right promoter with substancial backing.I have seen the success of Beaver Springs with what Beaver Bob does and think that a series for Mopars with the added attractions could be interesting. [IMG]http://i430.photobucket.com/albums/qq21/ajcasini/max_zpsdppwd9km.jpg[/IMG]

Re: Opinion on a new race series [Re: B G Racing] #1511427 10/02/13 02:40 PM 10/02/13 02:40 PM
Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 4,573 ...gently down the stream LAR_414 master
LAR_414 master Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 4,573 ...gently down the stream	Stick shift class????????

Re: Opinion on a new race series [Re: LAR_414] #1511428 10/02/13 03:00 PM 10/02/13 03:00 PM
Joined: Apr 2006 Posts: 3,675 Akron, Ohio U.S.A. roadhazard master
roadhazard master Joined: Apr 2006 Posts: 3,675 Akron, Ohio U.S.A.	Quote: Stick shift class???????? Why do all these 3 pedal guys want their own class?

Re: Opinion on a new race series [Re: LAR_414] #1511429 10/02/13 03:39 PM 10/02/13 03:39 PM
Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 9,910 Eighty Four, PA B G Racing OP master
B G Racing OP master Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 9,910 Eighty Four, PA	Quote: Stick shift class???????? Dinosaurs can play in the same sand box with the rest.You stick guys are like the Harley Bike racers(all Harley drags).J/K But seriously Larry let's dwell on the possibilities of a series being viable,then we can format the events. Last edited by B G Racing; 10/02/13 03:41 PM. [IMG]http://i430.photobucket.com/albums/qq21/ajcasini/max_zpsdppwd9km.jpg[/IMG]

Re: Opinion on a new race series [Re: B G Racing] #1511430 10/02/13 03:39 PM 10/02/13 03:39 PM
Joined: Oct 2003 Posts: 7,506 Az Crizila master
Crizila master Joined: Oct 2003 Posts: 7,506 Az	Quote: I'am going to put this out for serious responses and hope it is taken in the same manner. Would there be any interest or support for a new 3 race series similar to the old Super Car Shootouts? This would be mainly a all mopar race weekend with the exception of an all brand NSS class limited to cars built before 1973. This would be 1/8 mile racing,and could possible include exhibition match races with early all brand P/S,Gassers,Altereds and Funny Cars of bygone days. It's has possibilities and can be done with the right promoter with substancial backing.I have seen the success of Beaver Springs with what Beaver Bob does and think that a series for Mopars with the added attractions could be interesting. The 3 race series like the old SS shoot out included Ford and Chevy. Without name brand recognition, don't think it would fly. Fastest 300

Re: Opinion on a new race series [Re: B G Racing] #1511431 10/02/13 04:11 PM 10/02/13 04:11 PM
Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 4,573 ...gently down the stream LAR_414 master
LAR_414 master Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 4,573 ...gently down the stream	Us stick guys just like to have fun and keep busy when we race....but we know we are at a disadvantage to the automatic / electronics cars regarding consistency. We do it the hard way. Don't ever lump me into anything with "Harley".....Yuck. Sounds like a good event Bob.....keep working on it! .500 pro tree in all classes would be a great idea....take the delay box stuff out and let the drivers do a little more work.

Re: Opinion on a new race series [Re: LAR_414] #1511432 10/02/13 05:23 PM 10/02/13 05:23 PM
Joined: Apr 2010 Posts: 1,049 ohio A all spooled up super stock
all spooled up super stock A Joined: Apr 2010 Posts: 1,049 ohio	is it going to be the same track 3 times?? or 3 differant tracks

Re: Opinion on a new race series [Re: all spooled up] #1511433 10/03/13 08:29 AM 10/03/13 08:29 AM
Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 9,910 Eighty Four, PA B G Racing OP master
B G Racing OP master Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 9,910 Eighty Four, PA	3 different tracks. [IMG]http://i430.photobucket.com/albums/qq21/ajcasini/max_zpsdppwd9km.jpg[/IMG]

Re: Opinion on a new race series [Re: B G Racing] #1511434 10/03/13 08:56 AM 10/03/13 08:56 AM
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moparniac master M Joined: Feb 2007 Posts: 6,295 U.S.	Icy our talking next season then yes .... I don't care what the rules and payouts are... Also put me up against 572charger for a match race at PRP ... Mopar Performance

Re: Opinion on a new race series [Re: B G Racing] #1511435 10/03/13 09:16 AM 10/03/13 09:16 AM
Joined: Jul 2009 Posts: 694 Michigan S Super Scamp mopar
Super Scamp mopar S Joined: Jul 2009 Posts: 694 Michigan	Quote: 3 different tracks. Well Bob with a 2 or 3 day event you will get more cars and money rolling into the gate. Most racers will not travel more than 4 hours to a track, also this is a far out reach, if All promoters (Mopar event) can reach out to each other to put on the events then why not have a multi series of races from the East/ Mid west/ and West tracks. Can't forget about the South. Just One Man's Opinion Mopar Mafia Racing

Re: Opinion on a new race series [Re: Super Scamp] #1511436 10/03/13 10:01 AM 10/03/13 10:01 AM
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HMcCandless_Jr mopar H Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 401 NC	If you don't have the dates out yet you are behind. Michael Beard is promoting a race in May in Columbus for current Stock and Superstock racers and it will probably have 300 cars and 3000 spectators, but the race has been promoted since November of 2102 for a race in May of 2014. The problem is getting the word out is easier than ever but some promoters just miss the boat. There is no reason your idea cant work but up the year to 75, focus on a solid car show backing for spectators and the racers will follow.

Re: Opinion on a new race series [Re: HMcCandless_Jr] #1511437 10/03/13 10:06 AM 10/03/13 10:06 AM
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cudaboy master C Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 3,052 Bowling Green, KY	Quote: Super Car Shootouts I guess I'm not old enough, what were these? Dennis

Re: Opinion on a new race series [Re: HMcCandless_Jr] #1511438 10/03/13 11:13 AM 10/03/13 11:13 AM
Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 4,002 Joplin, Mo R rt66jim master
rt66jim master R Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 4,002 Joplin, Mo	Quote: If you don't have the dates out yet you are behind. Michael Beard is promoting a race in May in Columbus for current Stock and Superstock racers and it will probably have 300 cars and 3000 spectators, but the race has been promoted since November of 2102 for a race in May of 2014. The problem is getting the word out is easier than ever but some promoters just miss the boat. There is no reason your idea cant work but up the year to 75, focus on a solid car show backing for spectators and the racers will follow. This is the key in my opinion. The car clubs will provide the spectators if they have a reason to come. Offer a car club challenge. Give say $500-1000 to the club that wins the most points. They earn points by show car entries, swap meet entries, race car entries and if you wanted members through the gate. Will it be a little difficult to keep track of their points? Yes, but they will bring $ through the gate. There are 5 clubs within 4 hrs of my local track. They have an average of 50 members. This is a rural midwestern area. Think farm country. I could fore seeing this putting 200 total cars at a race track in this area. It will take effort. I have approached one of the local clubs in the past about hosting the carshow section. At the Mopar race the local track has in the spring. they were willing to do that. By getting a club to host the show a each track that takes a load off the promoter. Most of these clubs hold some sort of monthly event anyway. It is just a matter of letting them know when you want to have yours. And working with them on the details. JMO Jim

Re: Opinion on a new race series [Re: rt66jim] #1511439 10/03/13 12:08 PM 10/03/13 12:08 PM
Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 2,152 Fancy Farm Ky W wyoming top fuel
wyoming top fuel W Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 2,152 Fancy Farm Ky	I would show up for those, sounds good to me

Re: Opinion on a new race series [Re: HMcCandless_Jr] #1511440 10/03/13 12:25 PM 10/03/13 12:25 PM
Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 1,142 Central New York slippery440 Crybaby440
slippery440 Crybaby440 Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 1,142 Central New York	Quote: If you don't have the dates out yet you are behind. Michael Beard is promoting a race in May in Columbus for current Stock and Superstock racers and it will probably have 300 cars and 3000 spectators, but the race has been promoted since November of 2102 for a race in May of 2014. The problem is getting the word out is easier than ever but some promoters just miss the boat. There is no reason your idea cant work but up the year to 75, focus on a solid car show backing for spectators and the racers will follow. Three hundred cars and 3000 spectators that amazing. As a bracket racer there is nothing for me to race for and if there was I would need to see a pay out to see if the trip would be worth while draging a trailer there. But I would go as a spectator if there was that many of these cars racing. Do you have a track in mind? I agree with the post above. Last edited by slippery440; 10/03/13 12:27 PM.

Re: Opinion on a new race series [Re: B G Racing] #1511441 10/03/13 12:28 PM 10/03/13 12:28 PM
Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 15,439 Val-haul-ass... eventually B BradH Taking time off to work on my car
BradH Taking time off to work on my car B Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 15,439 Val-haul-ass... eventually	Quote: This would be mainly a all mopar race weekend with the exception of an all brand NSS class limited to cars built before 1973. So the addition of the uglier bumperettes on my '73 Challenger vs. a '72's smaller bumperettes disqualifies my ride, despite all else being the same car?

Re: Opinion on a new race series [Re: BradH] #1511442 10/03/13 01:13 PM 10/03/13 01:13 PM
Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 25,958 United Socialist States of Ame... T tboomer Too Many Posts
tboomer Too Many Posts T Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 25,958 United Socialist States of Ame...	Bob....You have been around this stuff for so long that I think you have a good handle on what to do! Fair entry fees,guaranteed payout,plenty of advertising and a promoter that knows how to work the event will go a looong way!! There will be a few guys that complain about the 1/8th mile racing but they will get over it! P.S... Let Brads car in...We know he won't have it done anyhow!! Good luck Bob!! Need your rear end checked out? Contact Grizzly!!

Re: Opinion on a new race series [Re: BradH] #1511443 10/03/13 02:33 PM 10/03/13 02:33 PM
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max_maniac master M Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 6,354 Aurora, Oh.	Quote: Quote: This would be mainly a all mopar race weekend with the exception of an all brand NSS class limited to cars built before 1973. So the addition of the uglier bumperettes on my '73 Challenger vs. a '72's smaller bumperettes disqualifies my ride, despite all else being the same car? And already we "may" have a rule change request and the event is just in the talk stages. Keep the changes coming and it's back to bracket racing Sounds like something I may be interested in but I will be one of those that will go to a 1/4 mile race before an 1/8 mile race. But if I'm not doing anything that weekend then Russ

Re: Opinion on a new race series [Re: tboomer] #1511444 10/03/13 02:37 PM 10/03/13 02:37 PM
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moparniac master M Joined: Feb 2007 Posts: 6,295 U.S.	Slippery 440 is the most pessimistic mopar racer in the country. Mopar Performance

Re: Opinion on a new race series [Re: B G Racing] #1511445 10/03/13 04:42 PM 10/03/13 04:42 PM
Joined: Sep 2004 Posts: 22,873 Chicken coop dustergirl340 Chicken Little
dustergirl340 Chicken Little Joined: Sep 2004 Posts: 22,873 Chicken coop	I'm in! If something like this did happen, I'd help promote it. Gotta have a car show too for the waxer crowd (because there are actually car people out there that don't like to race. It's quite baffling, really...)

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