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« on: November 01, 2011, 01:55:32 pm »
As far as this wheel size issue goes, I just think the mower count would be better. As far as speed, how about running smaller tracks? On the long tracks you have to be stupid fast just to be competitive. I would happily run a shorter track with more laps per race to give the fans something to watch, shorter does not equal more dangerous.
To me most of the racers do not run FX or AP because the chassis and engines that are best suited for those classes are few and far between, not because that is what size tire they want to run. I hate to say this but a mid engine frame with a HOT 390 Honda, or a vertical engine with a ragb with hoosiers, burris, whatever tires weighing 250 lbs or less will probably beat the shot out of your typical Mod-X style mower with Turf Masters, a 700 and an OHV Briggs, Kohler, etc. weighing 300 lbs plus. These classes have been separated for these reasons.
I know that I did pretty good this year considering what I have and where I finished but I know I was no where near competitive with the likes of Penne, or Miller, I also know that for next year I will either have a different chassis to run in FX or I will be running a different chassis in CP. But if I were allowed to run my 6 inch rims in CP it would keep me from having to buy the components to build a new chassis, this would save me roughly $2000.00 dollars. This money would then allow me to go to races that were further away and help push our wonderful sport forward.
Please do not misunderstand this post to think that I am ranting. I am simply trying to state my view in the clearest most precise, and understandable manner possible. I think the rules we have are wonderful, but I would like to see a few changes to open the doors to more racers.
Sorry Rooster, I posted my previous and then your response popped up above mine.
Did I just get my own thread?