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Post by clarkpba on Jun 12, 2016 10:31:14 GMT -5
The maddog addition really made a positive impact for sure. I do agree having a feature maddog would be nice. Some of the guys who got the heat maddog just didn't have enough car to compete for the win but can still put on a show.
Maybe have a best paint contest. Give an incentive to make the cars look good. The mass painting of black cars has slowed down the last few years but there's still way to many. Derby guys understand and are used to seeing it but if we want to bring in more outside fans and maybe even more sponsorship opportunities we need to make the cars stand out rather then all look the same.
The show does keep getting better and better each year. As long as you can keep the kind of pace this year's show had it'll continue to be the biggest and best show there is. The fast paced hard hitting is what makes it special.
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Post by 513monster on Jun 12, 2016 17:43:21 GMT -5
Agree with everything so far. Here's my take:
No painting the inside of cars. If there is no seam welding, obviously there shouldn't be any recoated/glued seams either...just throwing that out there.
Maybe a strap or something to help keep bumpers on for all classes(it sucks having a decent car and going out for the main with a wired on bumper). Also, since there was a no welding rule this year(which personally, I liked and hope continues)..maybe have a welder in the inspection line and allow people to weld frame rips/bumpers coming off?
A small amount of repair plates(maybe TWO 6x4x1/4?) for feature bound cars. I feel that there were a few cars(especially in the 80s class) that could have came back out with repair plates and a little help, that loaded and went home to save the car instead(there were of course some that were just too trashed in the rails). This could also help the guys that pick the pace up to get back out for the feature. OR, instead of allowing all feature bound cars..maybe just give plates to the maddog(s)? I still haven't seen this done anywhere and have seen it mentioned a few times over the years.
No all black cars(unless stock). I know this is OH, but cmon this is really the top of the line event...at least 1/3 a differnt color?
A better fire crew.
I'm sure there'll be a few more suggestions, but this is all i can think of off the top of my head.
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Post by Davy43 on Jun 12, 2016 19:11:38 GMT -5
I think all cars after the heat should get (6) 3"x3".250" fix it plates to put wherever they want regardless if their car is bent. It would simplify the fixing of the cars. You can sell them or give them to each driver after they pass inspection and they can be welded on after they run. I also think on the youth compacts you should put the stick or flag on the passenger side of the car there were a lot of kids sticking their hands out of the car when they shouldn't be.
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Post by klicky96 on Jun 12, 2016 19:17:46 GMT -5
I 2nd the fire crew. You really need to line up a different crew. I can't say bare to watch a man sit in a car 10 feet in front of a firefighter while his entire engine compartment is in flames. Understandable, they want to watch the derby too, but it shouldn't take a woman to run from the stands to tap on his shoulder and tell him the man is on fire. The official was at fault too. If you are in the center of the track, you try to keep watch of the entire arena, but you can't stare at one end for 5 minutes straight. Would have only took a split second to burn through that fuel line and burn a man alive. No offense to the smash-it officials, they're just doing there job, but the fire crew needs improved.
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Post by STROMI 121 on Jun 12, 2016 20:11:28 GMT -5
Personally I like the no welding rule. Too many take it to extremes and try to gain an unfair advantage as usual. You are allowed unlimited nine wire. I nine wired my rear bumper back on for the feature. It would have been nice to weld it but It really didnt make any difference at the end of the day. JMO
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39x
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Post by 39x on Jun 13, 2016 7:41:18 GMT -5
As drivers and fans what would you suggest to make the bash better for 2017 . 80s wire class was great - more $ for that class. No rule changes except maybe a simple straight hump plate to make them last for two runs Just an idea |
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Post by clarkpba on Jun 13, 2016 19:06:53 GMT -5
I agree with the no welding rule as well. Not only does it keep honest people honest it also levels the playing field. Not everyone has a generator and welder with them. I know people will share but not everyone can and there's only so much time to fix the cars. Really allowing welding just further helps the bigger crews and guys with more money. Some guys only have one or two people to give them a hand getting ready for the feature. Others have a dozen people crawling all over their cars. Those big teams are going to be the ones with welders more then likely. I know there are exceptions to every situation but I think this is more true then not.
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Post by STROMI 121 on Jun 13, 2016 22:32:04 GMT -5
I agree with the no welding rule as well. Not only does it keep honest people honest it also levels the playing field. Not everyone has a generator and welder with them. I know people will share but not everyone can and there's only so much time to fix the cars. Really allowing welding just further helps the bigger crews and guys with more money. Some guys only have one or two people to give them a hand getting ready for the feature. Others have a dozen people crawling all over their cars. Those big teams are going to be the ones with welders more then likely. I know there are exceptions to every situation but I think this is more true then not. Most accurate answer I have heard. |
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Post by La Flama Blanca 55 on Jun 14, 2016 9:13:18 GMT -5
Love the mad dogs. For me as a spectator that's what its all about. Hire Doodle to drive an "enforcer" full time in all classes! HA!
An appetite for destruction is more than an awesome album.
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Post by frankthetank on Jun 14, 2016 16:19:05 GMT -5
I agree with the no welding rule as well. Not only does it keep honest people honest it also levels the playing field. Not everyone has a generator and welder with them. I know people will share but not everyone can and there's only so much time to fix the cars. Really allowing welding just further helps the bigger crews and guys with more money. Some guys only have one or two people to give them a hand getting ready for the feature. Others have a dozen people crawling all over their cars. Those big teams are going to be the ones with welders more then likely. I know there are exceptions to every situation but I think this is more true then not. Most accurate answer I have heard. I like the no weld rule also makes my job a lot easier on Sunday |
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seven1seven
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demolition derby.... its a way of life!
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Post by seven1seven on Jun 16, 2016 11:54:15 GMT -5
Imperials, thats all i have to say
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Post by bry013 on Jun 17, 2016 17:57:35 GMT -5
Here's an idea. Only mad dogs winners get fix it plates.
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Post by richard55 on Jul 3, 2016 15:07:05 GMT -5
When does the registration open up for 2017 is all I wanna know about. I missed this years event due to health concerns and I got a compact truck to built for this event and I can't run it anywhere else
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JG350
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Post by JG350 on Jul 5, 2016 10:30:33 GMT -5
Usually around November the 1st after there last show of the year
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