Sorry, but it will die before it ever gets started. JMO.

To the average fan in the stands, they will look like slow modifieds.
Sorry.

The reason this class was even thought of is because they told the mini stocks that we were going to fast. So we didn't want to choke down these motors that we dumped a bunch of money in to.

Another way to look at this is that it could be a stepping stone for the inexperienced sport-mod drivers. Not only would they be able to use the same cars, it could also alleviate the constant yellow flags in the sport-mod class. Making it an actual race instead of who can hold out the longest in that destruction derby of a main event. I believe that you need to go through the ranks in order to build the experience needed to compete. What better platform to start from.

tony55k wrote on 12/18/13 at 10:56pm:

If you are truly concerned about the amount of wrecks in the Sport Mod class, then bring in a couple of the more accomplished drivers and hold a couple seminars. One-on-one instruction will produce far better results. All another class of cars will do is produce another "small" class ........... and they will still be creating yellows.

tony55k wrote on 12/20/13 at 2:57pm:

I know "experienced" drivers that have attended seminars just to pick up any tidbits of info they could and to hone their skills.  And I don't know any rookie driver that wouldn't jump at a chance to learn whatever they could from a more experienced driver.

No thanks on the Arizona property, and unlike you, I will refrain from any condescending remarks.

Thank you for your opinions, I would like to see what you guys think about the setup and regulations for this new class. I understand that some of you feel like we don't need another class, but this is going to happen. So I'm going to try to make this the best for however long it lasts, and would like some advise as the best way to regulate and manage these new cars. Thank you.

The rules that we have so far is: frame, roll cage, door bars, body, driver compartment, front suspension, steering, shocks, springs, rear suspension, rear end, bumpers, tires, and wheels, brakes, battery, and starter, engine compartment must apply to Northern Sport-mod rules. Car must weigh 2300lbs minimum. 2014 season american racer IMCA stamped tires will be allowed but prefer Hoosier g60 per IMCA. Engine any OEM  production inline 4 cylinder cast block. No grinding or milling outside block or head allowed. OEM single can cylinder head only. 1 two barrel carb allowed. Transmission. Any OEM production transmission that matches engine, ford- ford, Chevy-Chevy. No mini clutches, must have all forward gears and reverse gears. Automatics must have torque converter. Electric fans ok. Gas only. Electric fuel pump ok.

32MORGAN wrote on 12/21/13 at 8:23pm:


I have a question, with the serious lack of power will these things even be drivable?

I ask this purely as an outsider, it is still a sport mod with sport mod suspension. I couldn't see my SS with my wifes Volvo motor in it talk about a WIKKID push LMAO.

Where do you anticipate the drivers for the new class will come from?

The drivers at first will be former mini stock drivers. The buzz around this area is increasing everyday. And for Dave, the motors we have to run will be stock OEM cast blocks, no midget motors in these cars.