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#1-Why would USAC pit all of the open wheel cars outside of the track when they only had 40 total cars (18 SC & 22 Midgets)? The time it took to take all of the pit equipment back and forth every time was extreme. QUOTE]

They said that we were all pitting outside so that we could "hole up" in our trailers in the event of a nasty storm. Pretty sure that the intent was safety etc. for the 8 hours that the teams were there prior to the advertised start time. After getting soaked a time or two at various venues over the years, coupled with lightening and nowhere to hide in the infield, it was kinda comforting to know that there was indeed a place to take shelter. I always assumed that when nasty weather strikes after the fans are on site, that they seek refuge in their cars. Is that the case?