running the 1/4 down the correct way, there is a massive purpose built
runoff track, ample for top fuellers with un deployed 'chutes and jet funny
cars to pull up.
running the way they did, you've got the lights and a hard left hander.
A few guys on the LS1 Forum, more familiar with the layout of E/C have
summised they set it up this way for the spectators, with the vehicles
reaching their top speed in front of the grand stands, great for ticket
sales, but not so good for a car with bulk HP like Todd's.
He was definatly a mover and shaker in the sport and will be missed.
Eddie
----- Original Message -----
From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Monday, February 26, 2001 8:37 AM
Subject: The Judge "RIP"
> Guys,
> I've been reading the posts in the guestbook on twinturbov8.com
> and there are a few posts blaming the organisers for running the track
> backwards.
> Now I wasn't there on the day and I know the drag strip goes the other way
> but when the track is normally used that is the direction the traffic
goes.
> I can't quite remember and maybe someone can jog my memory, but what did
> they do when the touring cars ran down the straight. Did they have a tyre
> wall set up across the start area of the strip?
> Also how much runoff is there at the end of the dragstrip?I have never
been
> down that end.
>
> What I have just said does not excuse poor organisation and the obvious
lack
> of foresight into the event. Also no amount of whinging and whineing will
> bring Todd back. All we can do is make sure it doesn't happen again.
>
> Once again Rest in Peace Todd and condolences and best wishes to his
family
> and his friends. May others have the guts and initiative to build what he
> built.
>
> Iggy Sandejas
> Sydney NSW
> Datsun 1600 FJ20t
>
>
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