Spec tires at Nationals. Ugly for a few, but best
for the masses. Gives the marketing guy something
to sell.
Or leave STS a Regional class. . . . . . <gggg>.
R2
----- Original Message -----
From: Eric Linnhoff <eric10mm@qni.com>
To: autox list <autox@autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, October 30, 2000 1:26 AM
Subject: Re: STS Tire Rules
> >-I don't happen to agree with Steve H. regarding ECU's.
> ==========================
> I just wanna know what he charges. ;^)
>
>
> >-Fuel can be tested.
> ==========================
> Rule is already in place. "Pump" gas is required in Stock. What ever
that
> means.
>
>
> >-There are FAR bigger gains to be had by designing a tire
> >to beat the '140' rule, than by fudging the DOT rule.
> ===========================
> And easier too. Simply put some of the V700 rubber compound into the
Ecsta
> 712 mold around the standard carcass. It's actually too easy.
>
> I've heard the "spec tires" argument and while that would work, it stifles
> individuality and screws the guy who comes to the game with another brand
of
> tires. I think most of the STS folks would comply with the spirit of the
> rules even if there were cheater tires available. I however am still
> wrestling with that scenario though.
>
> So Roger, do you see _any_ way to make an enforceable STS tire rule?
>
> Eric Linnhoff in KC
> #69 STS TLS #13
> '98 Neon R/T
> <eric10mm@qni.com>
>
> "Fill what's empty, empty what's full,
> and scratch where it itches."
> The Duchess of Windsor when asked
> what is the secret of a long and happy life
>
>
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