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do some racing in 09

Reply #30 –
RJ (and everyone else), I'm never going to oppose racing at the drag strip during CJ. I think it's a great idea, although not for everyone...still, anyone can pay to sit in the stands and watch and in that respect it's still pretty much a family-oriented event.

In 2009 there is already an event planned at Quaker City during the weekend of CJ. That will probably hold true no matter which weekend we'd have CJ during the entire summer. As such it just won't be an "official" CJ09 event.

The main reason that people may have objected to any kind of organized racing at CJ in the past is that, as mentioned, if parts break then you're screwed. Our show is not built around the premise of racing...if it were then people would be prepared for such things. CJ is more of a get-together, hang-out type of event.

However...those people that don't want to be poussays are more than welcome to go out to the track and break stuff. I'll be in the stands watching. Who knows...maybe I'll even stretch the legs on the ol' Cat myself... ;)

do some racing in 09

Reply #31 –
That's what is great about living in a free country. You do not have to do something that is not what you wanted to do. For those that do not want to race, sit on the sidelines and cheer on your friend. It is entirely your option. Once the sun goes down and the people are leaving, encouraging them to make their way to the drag strip and watch their friends or to see a few fox bodies beat the snot out of each other is all that is asked. We can do this on our own without the support of Cat Jam, but I would expect that the club/forum would support it's brothers and sisters at the local drag strip. I think that is exactly what you are saying if I understand you correctly.

do some racing in 09

Reply #32 –
Quote from: EricCoolCats;248496
RJ (and everyone else), I'm never going to oppose racing at the drag strip during CJ. I think it's a great idea, although not for everyone...still, anyone can pay to sit in the stands and watch and in that respect it's still pretty much a family-oriented event.

In 2009 there is already an event planned at Quaker City during the weekend of CJ. That will probably hold true no matter which weekend we'd have CJ during the entire summer. As such it just won't be an "official" CJ09 event.

The main reason that people may have objected to any kind of organized racing at CJ in the past is that, as mentioned, if parts break then you're screwed. Our show is not built around the premise of racing...if it were then people would be prepared for such things. CJ is more of a get-together, hang-out type of event.

However...those people that don't want to be poussays are more than welcome to go out to the track and break stuff. I'll be in the stands watching. Who knows...maybe I'll even stretch the legs on the ol' Cat myself... ;)


What mods have you done to the 84? Are you gonna set a new forum record for the six gunners?
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Reply #33 –
I will have to find out, once the racing season begins, how many cars typically show up on a test-and-tune night, and also on this particular night during CJ when there will be bands playing. I'm thinking it may be difficult to get more than 1 or 2 passes if it's going to be crowded. But yeah...if there's enough interest, I think people have the right to do it.

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What mods have you done to the 84? Are you gonna set a new forum record for the six gunners?

I put in an 8-track stereo and a NOS console plate. Gunning for LOW 18 seconds now. ;)
But I will be blasting my Best of Foghat 8-track all the way....suckazzzz!!!1!

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Reply #34 –
Take that klunky 8-track out, and you gain a second. LOL
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Reply #35 –
1 vote for a move of catjam to epping ;o) :hick:
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Reply #36 –
Spray the wheezy 6 holer till it pukes!!!!! That would really light up the evening.

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Reply #37 –
I will have trophies for top 6 or 8 over all
the track never called back

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Reply #38 –
After thinking about it....the track will most likely not call you back since it is winter time. There is no one there and they are not coming in during the holidays. If there is a cell number or e-mail that may be your best bet. You still have "PLENTY" of time to work this out before CJ. There just needs to be more interest. I am sure that Tom would come if he knew about the racing.

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Reply #39 –
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I am sure that Tom would come if he knew about the racing.


Hell Yeah... If it busts, I'll have it towed back to my buddy's place in Alliance...

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Reply #40 –
Quote from: TurboCoupe50;248674
Hell Yeah... If it busts, I'll have it towed back to my buddy's place in Alliance...

Well good then... if it is a go, Im in,:rollin:  and I will run you first.....  ;)

hell I doubt there would be many of us race but I will run as many times as possible...  gotta make a small trailer for CJ now so I can bring some tools and slicks...

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Reply #41 –
Quote from: 1WLD BRD;248681
Well good then... if it is a go, Im in,:rollin:  and I will run you first.....  ;)

hell I doubt there would be many of us race but I will run as many times as possible...  gotta make a small trailer for CJ now so I can bring some tools and slicks...


Well you better bring more than you have now, even worn out, my shiznit still runs mid 13s @ 103... If I come, it would be with a fresh 331 installed...

do some racing in 09

Reply #42 –
Quote from: shame302;248576
1 vote for a move of catjam to epping ;o) :hick:


I second it... or maybe a New England gathering this summer.
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Reply #43 –
I have to agree with the new england idea but itll never fly...
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do some racing in 09

Reply #44 –
Quote from: TurboCoupe50;248695
Well you better bring more than you have now, even worn out, my shiznit still runs mid 13s @ 103... If I come, it would be with a fresh 331 installed...



well my Vortech and a fresh 302 will be under the hood by then so we will be good to go. ;):hick: