I wasn't sure it was a serious offer. No one seemed to want to carry on with that topic.
I've been nicely asked to but out, so that's what I'm doing.
When is BG this year?Serious as a heart attack. I have already discussed getting the money sent out because it is spent anyway, either to you or to sponsor TSL. Also, We can do it at Bowling Green this year and that would be my preference.:wink:
Not true with TSR!
TSR Has allowed them!
Right from the TSR rules:
"Engine 1. Any Buick V6 engine is allowed."
Turbo 1. ANY turbo mounted and oriented in the factory stock position is allowed including 4 bolt turbos.
Charlie, Please look through the TSR rules again with a fine tooth comb and post up where the rules show "each one of them have the specific rules that says FI only."
Also find where we do not allow cars with No I/C's..
Scot W.
I've been checking the racing sections for 3 years now Clint. I don't know how I could've missed it but I did. I check all the rules each year for some sort of changes that would allow the B4black guys to come and join in but each one of them have the specific rules that says FI only. We don't have FI or intercoolers. Most of us don't run electric fuel pumps either so we're really going back the roots of these cars. Hell, most of us don't have 109 blocks or a bunch of other restrictions that're in the rules.
LOL Isn't Google wonderful.
Now keep in mind that this particular class that is not BUICK specific. This is from the 8.49 index as posted in the Nats section....
The payout will be as follows:
WINNER $500*
Runner Up $150*
Semis $50*
Entry Fee $25
*The class will run on a 5 car minimum to pay full purse, there will be a 20% payout reduction per car under the 5 car minimum. All index racing will be done on a heads up / pro tree format. Index racing is open to ALL mfr, makes, and models...
This is how this class has been ran since it inception AND will continue to be. Also a 8.49 is roughly a 12.49 qtr mile. I would also run a 13.49 class IF there was enuff interest. Also the reason for the all makes and models I hate to tell you is that in these times, unfortunately you CAN'T live on Buicks alone as an event and survive unless you have been running for over 3 decades..
Well Charlie the way I see it is, if it has the factory brake system, factory ignition I don't see why it wouldn't be allowed.First one that says we can't compete is this Scott. It also throws the 84-85 cars out because of no hydroboost systems?
17. The brake system must be a Power Master or vacuum boost operated, or manual brakes are allowed.
Second one that throws us out. We don't have coil packs.:biggrin:
5. The factory coil pack bracket and right windshield wiper rod may be modified for clearance IF using an aftermarket cast intake manifold.
Number three.
3. No distributor ignitions are allowed.
As I said, we can't even compete just to have fun.
Well Charlie the way I see it is, if it has the factory brake system, factory ignition I don't see why it wouldn't be allowed.
It's not like a lot has to be changed but simply re-worded Properly.
I will go ahead and add the word "Factory" in those places for you guy's that should have been there in the first place and that should solve this issue right?
Making these kind of small amendments isn't detrimental to the class or a drastic rule change so I see no drawback to doing so...
Scot W.
i probly woulda got rid of it allready , if not for the help on this site...
I thought about it, Jimmy, and I'm going to have to pass on the generous offer. I've just got too many irons in the fire at the moment. I'll probably kick myself in the arse later on in the year, but I don't want to hold up your timeline of where to direct your budget. Thank you very much for the offer.
Don't get me wrong. If it wasn't for the distance, I'd be jumping on it in a heart beat (offer not even considered). I agree with you. It would be great to do a run off with you, or anyone else for that matter. I'm not known for being squeamish when it comes to a challenge, win or lose. That's for sure. If it's a close contest, even the more fun. Until later, Jimmy. Thanks again for the challenge. Got the blood pumping there again for a moment.Well Don, Thank you for considering it and letting me know. I can't say I am not disappointed. I really would have liked to see you come out. I would have liked more to taken a shot at you, I believe it would have been fun. My post didn't even seem to excite anyone, maybe the racing really is dead. Good luck in all your adventures, Jimmy
Don't get me wrong. If it wasn't for the distance, I'd be jumping on it in a heart beat (offer not even considered). I agree with you. It would be great to do a run off with you, or anyone else for that matter. I'm not known for being squeamish when it comes to a challenge, win or lose. That's for sure. If it's a close contest, even the more fun. Until later, Jimmy. Thanks again for the challenge. Got the blood pumping there again for a moment.