[RacinJason]

Originally Posted by LEADERS EDGE Maybe if everyone who says they want rules like what IRS offers would go and run with them, then USAC may have to change their rules to match.

I don't think myself or anyone else suggested rules like IRS. I think IRS is doing an excellent job at accomplishing what they want. I wish them success.

I stated a production block rule. You could get a stock block have it machined with a nice forged crank, nice rods, and good pistons for thousand less than a today's racing short block. A lot of production blocks are aluminum and could be repaired. If not throw it out and go get another from the bone yard. You watch. IF Honda is let in the door they are going to be extremely competitive with stock production parts. Midget engines were always interesting because they were all different. Like drakes, v8 60's, elto's, even continentals. That was part of it. Now what do you have? A hand full of specialty built race motors. Real interesting there.

As far as the 8" rule. That would make a huge difference. I don't care what compound tire you have. The motors would be way less effective. Period.

These are just my opinions. I think it's time for change. I don't want to see anyone get hung out on what they have but some stuff should start getting filtered out.

Oh and I can tell ya this. My uncle bought a brand new VW in the 80's for $3500. By the time it was in the car it was close to $5000. The motor had 38 races on it before it had to come out of the car. How many motor today can go 38 races?

Jason