Angie,
Thank you for the reply. I don’t want any changes. That was my concern when it was “rumored” that the CSC was looking at drastic changes for the Jr.1 Animal class. I’m very glad you cleared this up so quickly. My registration will be in your hands this week. (the fuel thing I can handle)
Feeze,
I can see the problem with Briggs Mod, it’s very simple. If you modify too much, and try to turn them too hard, they break! Simple rule of racing. I don’t think any Briggs&Stratton representative will ever try to get the engineers to build one to hold 9000+ rpm. Looking at the Jr.’s, there were very few engine failures for those that ran all year. Only 4 that I can think of, each belonging to different owners. In fact the champion and multiple winning engine of Don and Conner New had ZERO failures that I know of. Treat ’em right and they last for a long time. In fact I remember Mike Edwards posting some time ago that he had 1 engine last for a couple of seasons, just don’t turn them over 7000.
But the numbers for the adult class looked real good towards the second half of the year at IMI. If they can keep ’em running they’ll have a great turn out in ’06
I just really don’t understand the big problem, from some of those in control, with the 4 strokes. It’s a real engine, that turns real lap times, that burns fuel and oil, THAT SOME RACERS WANT. I’ve been told, to my face, that they don’t belong here, and should never be allowed in the CSC. Some of the “rumors” have talked of a few of the track owners lobbying to keep them out. Wanting rules changes just to eliminate the Briggs.
Sorry, I’m not leaving, or changing. I want the cheapest “bang for my buck”! I can build three Animals for the price of one mini-max. No brainer for me there. If the “lawn mower” classes get eliminated, we’re out. I would rather spend my money on the mini-cup for my daughter to race than the current high priced 2-stroke offerings.
By the way, Angie, I’m glad to see the schedule holding strong. But disapointed in the addition of another drop. Oh well.