I just want to go on the record regarding rule changes I have made. We did not have a midget or 600 rule book prior to 2008. That year we started getting really creative weight attached to the left side.
We had to get that under control, because we were getting weight bolted on a nerf bar, another team had said if thats allowed, I am going to attach my battery out there. The time had come for rules.
Tony Stewarts Munchkin had the tired engine that came with the car when he bought it from Mike. It also had the large oil tank that came with the car.
When these new rules were enforced, Tony's Munchkin needed to be changed on the left side. TSR called after two years of not running our series, and wanted to know the new changes. They made all of them. None of these new rules were directed at TSR. They addressed the left side rules of the major sanctioning bodies. TSR complied like every team did. We are still watching closely.
In regard to Tony's new tail tank, we took a good look at it, and decided it was not a help to the car. This is where the fun part comes in. I let the tank ride, not as favoritism...but just as a fun item.
I have seen Tony Stewart take a conventional car to the front from last. It's not the car with him...it's the driver that gives him the advantage. Tony Stewart could win in Don Moore's car in my opinion.
Regarding Don Moore. I have been in a knock down, dragout IOW flame war regarding his opinions over the years. In my opinion, he was trying to have Dave Darlands car, and Tony's car ruled out by technicality.
That being said...Don Moore is the voice for many teams who would not air these views in a public forum. Don has many valid points...I can see why Tony responded to the Our Gang comment by Don. That gang is a group of respected racing personalities. But Don has also called the Chili Bowl the Silly Bowl. That's not the case...but it makes for fun conversation, and in no way hurts the Chili Bowl. Don has attened the Chili Bowl the last few years, and is going again this year.
What Don has said should not be taken personally by any fans. He is free to express his views and critical thinking.
When I say there will be a new tail tank rule..it's only because I don't want 5 teams with square tanks next year.
The rules will not be changed in a major way that costs teams $$...It will be really to close gray areas.
Everyone have a great New Year. The winning car Saturday night, Derek Bischak's midget is on the front page of our website. Congrats to Friday's winner Billy Wease and Derek, who are both very fast. We had good racing on a challenging track that was not rubberized as well as in the past.
Tony Barhorst
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