Consistency

[XR7Kurt]

Can these cars run consistent enough to do well in bracket racing? I know there's a guy on the main board that is in the lead for the season at his track, but is he a rare exception? I have always heard that boosted cars were harder to run consistent because of the effects of air temperature change.

Kurt

[onequiksc]

Yes, and you'll notice Ted Lyon's car (the guy you're referring to) has a v8 in it too, not the SC'ed 3.8.

I think it can be done, but it's so much cheaper and easier with other kinds of cars that not many bother trying with the SC.

[XR7Kurt]

When you say other cars are easier and cheaper, do you mean to run fast or to be a good consistent bracket car? My goal is to eventually get in the 13's, but I know that is a long way off. For now I just want to start racing and winning again.

Kurt

[onequiksc]

I think once you set the SC up towards bracket racing , it can be consistent enough to be respectable, but it's size and weight just require more effort and $$$ than say, a Miata or Vette or Porsche, but that's a given. Ted Lyons could probably tell you some things to look into since he's "the man" when it comes to this regard.

One thing is certain; when people see a Thunderbird kicking butt on supposedly faster cars on road courses, they remember it. I know Ted's results over the years have gotten my attention and respect.

Go for it.