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Likes and desires? Sept 19, 2016 19:57:46 GMT -7

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Post by Admin on Sept 19, 2016 19:57:46 GMT -7

So with the 2016 season rapidly coming to a close, I need to ask. What have you enjoyed about this season, and what can we improve do do differently for the 2017 season? This is a individual question, don't feel you have to go with the group. Also realize that not all wants may come to be, we have a lot to determine to make changes. If you have no opinion answer this question, If you would lose on class what would it be? And if you can add a class what would it be? Not saying that either will happen we just don't want to overload you guys as the builders with too many classes.

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Likes and desires? Sept 19, 2016 20:21:07 GMT -7 HurriCrane Racing, Ballistic Racing, and 2 more like this

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Post by Bulldog Racing on Sept 19, 2016 20:21:07 GMT -7

I really like the badges and trophies. I like the Feed, i like the open communication, I like the venue, I like the track conditions, I like the filming, I like the board, I like the sound on during the races, i like how quickly the videos, stats, and results are posted. I like the new unlimited fat wheel class. I don't like JBD's Street Pro!

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MoJo Racing
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Likes and desires? Sept 19, 2016 21:37:54 GMT -7 Mr. B Racing likes this

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Post by MoJo Racing on Sept 19, 2016 21:37:54 GMT -7

What do I like… I like how far this has come in such a short time. When we mention something, Joel, you do your best to resolve the issue if it is one. The clarity of the video was the big one that came to mind. That is GREAT now !

This doesn’t need to be a 10 or 12 class league. I like being able to focus on the main classes. It lets me work on my processes instead of having to work a little on this car and a little on that car. If I was to lose a class, I would can box stock. But I have never been one to like the absolute fundamental racing. I dig the idea of the bearing fat wheels. That could get way interesting !

I agree with Bulldog ! The badges and trophies during each of the races is very cool ! I actually have to get a shelf now so I can display my gear at the Mojo Innovation Center. LOL

Now, one thing I really like is the Showstopper award ! While it is new, it makes people build cars that not only run fast but have a cool look to them… eventually we will get away from the “tug at the heart” award and it will be really cool… LOL

Last Edit: Sept 19, 2016 21:38:27 GMT -7 by MoJo Racing

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Likes and desires? Sept 19, 2016 21:39:16 GMT -7 via Tapatalk

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Post by Mr. B Racing on Sept 19, 2016 21:39:16 GMT -7

+1 to what Bulldog has already mentioned. Getting a PO box was a good idea to try and eliminate delivery problems.

I think the league has a good mix of classes except for the Box Stock class. Even at MA the scouts are not using un-machined wheels or axles, so to get more participation I think the rules need to be looked at there. Perhaps a BASX style class but with a scout wheelbase and lightly lathed BSA wheels and BSA speed axles.

I noticed that participation is down in SP and Eliminator too. As a proxy racer I have not been racing those classes because the wheels are too fragile and the cost is too high to replace them if they break during shipping. That may be why others are not racing those classes.

Last Edit: Sept 20, 2016 7:27:31 GMT -7 by Mr. B Racing

Ballistic Racing
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Likes and desires? Sept 20, 2016 0:18:01 GMT -7 via mobile

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Post by Ballistic Racing on Sept 20, 2016 0:18:01 GMT -7

So far, so good! This is my first year in the league so nothing to compare it to BUT everything that Joel has done for this league & everyone that is involved (racers & admin) is what makes this the best damn PWD league in the world! And I'm glad I found it!
My favorite class of the three I run would be SS but a SP is about to be unveiled making it four classes for me. And as frustrating as Box Stock has been, it's been a challenge to go fast...straight! A cheep class to run & still very competitive, just too bad not more are involved. I think running a trued wheel would just turn it into a SS class really. I hope the class stays around.
Not sure I would change too much, just the right amount of classes to run, a guy can race half of them & still have plenty to do. I do like the idea of the fat wheel bearing class though & already starting to collect parts. I like the badges & virtual trophys, always fun getting a little something in your box for all the hard work involved.
Keep up the good work Joel & thanks everyone for making this a fun & exciting rookie year for me! (Even you Nate!) lol!!!

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Likes and desires? Sept 20, 2016 5:40:41 GMT -7 Ballistic Racing likes this

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Post by •JBD Racing• on Sept 20, 2016 5:40:41 GMT -7

I personally like everything .. nothing negative from me.. Box stock was a hit, now slowly going away.. BASX AM rules need revised , to where there's a break out time. Once you've HIT/AVERAGE that time your no longer a AM. There's no way to Police the AM cars Bought/ Built. Joels just going off the honor system that's each AM built there own car. BASX Pro is going strong and will continue to grow. SS , it speaks for itself. SP car count numbers are down some , but there are 5-7 racers maybe more that have these cars but not competing. SP is by far my favorite class.. if it was to go away I would lose a lot of interest in racing . Eliminator has had very low car counts also. I foresee this class going away next year if car count numbers don't increase to justify running the class. Unlimited is stronger now than its ever been. SR.. well it's a difficult built for a lot of guys is why that class will never be large. I think the BSA bearing wheel class is gonna be a hit.. I'm stoked about it.
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Likes and desires? Sept 20, 2016 6:08:05 GMT -7 Ballistic Racing likes this

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Post by DerbyDad4Hire on Sept 20, 2016 6:08:05 GMT -7

Ditto to all. Great job this year! You definitely took it up a notch.

Only change I would recommend would be to eliminate need for bumps on the wheels in BASX. Anyone with sandpaper can remove them and the cars run much better. They are microscopic now anyway and purely a judgement call. My one cent.

MoJo Racing
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Likes and desires? Sept 20, 2016 6:51:58 GMT -7

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Post by MoJo Racing on Sept 20, 2016 6:51:58 GMT -7

Sept 20, 2016 6:08:05 GMT -7 DerbyDad4Hire said:

No bumps on BASX.... Hmmmmmm... I like the sound of that ! ! !

Ask me about the Mojo Pinewood Academy! If you are interested in reducing the learning curve and learning how to properly build and prep your car, I can help you turn your cars into Hot Rods!

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Likes and desires? Sept 20, 2016 7:46:49 GMT -7 via Tapatalk

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Post by Mr. B Racing on Sept 20, 2016 7:46:49 GMT -7

Sept 20, 2016 5:40:41 GMT -7 •JBD Racing• said:

Benji has made some good points about low participation in SP and Eliminator classes. I don't know about anyone else but it would not be good for the league if those classes were not run anymore.

Steve - Mister B

Last Edit: Sept 21, 2016 6:03:12 GMT -7 by Mr. B Racing

Maglev
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Likes and desires? Sept 20, 2016 8:32:28 GMT -7 via mobile Ballistic Racing and Veteran's Freedom Center like this

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Post by Maglev on Sept 20, 2016 8:32:28 GMT -7

Joel thanks to your sincere efforts NPWDRL is thriving and doing well! Keep up the good work.

Improvement in the resolution (HD) of the live feed and timely posting of results, running the races efficiently have been the stand out features.

Please keep all the classes in future, addition of the BSA bearing wheels will be a fun class to challenge the builders. I am building a SP car to join that class next month onwards. Will definitely join the BSA bearing class also when it starts next year. Also interested in building a Street Rod car but gotta learn a lot there.

In case any new classes are announced for the Nationals next year like Governor, Cubby and Snail; it might be a good idea to add these classes to our race for just the month before the Nationals to test our cars. It will encourage participation in these novel classes and if there is sufficient interest (>10-12 cars) we could run them every month!

Keep the Box stock class for new racers transitioning from scout races. The biggest success of our league is demonstrated by the enthusiasm and excellent performance of the rookies!

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Likes and desires? Sept 20, 2016 12:08:12 GMT -7 Veteran's Freedom Center and True North Racing like this

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Post by Crash Enburn on Sept 20, 2016 12:08:12 GMT -7

My 2¢:

Honestly, most everything is simply fantastic, Joel. :thumbsup:

I love the idea of Box Stock, and will be submitting there again. I have long held all my dollars near and dear to my heart, and simply can't afford to be competitive in any other class. My soul-crushing defeat there is another story.

And (shocking news coming, brace yourself!) I simply love the Street Rod class. I think that come next season, we may want to change it up again with a ruleset to prevent it from being the all-Vette class. Something like pre-75 muscle cars, exotics, or something like that.

And, finally, I just got a new job after 2-1/2 months of being out of work. I hope to submit a couple cars to this next race.

Last Edit: Sept 20, 2016 14:09:20 GMT -7 by Crash Enburn

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Likes and desires? Sept 20, 2016 13:48:40 GMT -7

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Post by True North Racing on Sept 20, 2016 13:48:40 GMT -7

The fact that you are asking for feedback and listening to the racers just proves what great things you are doing with the NPWDRL. I am a new racer but before joining here I did some research on other leagues to race in. This one by far seemed like it was the most welcoming to new guys and it was easy to get started here. I like everything about this league and the different classes. I would not want to see any of them cut. As far as the BASX AM class I have really enjoyed racing in that series with the other rookies. Maybe moving forward just open that class to true Rookies in the league and if someone has raced in the series before then they should race in the BASX "Pro" class, regardless of how fast or slow they are. I know we had a big Rookie class so I am not sure if future classes will be as large as ours. The BASX AM class is also doing very well, so the business side of me says if it's not broke than don't fix it. This league has a great group of "old" guys here that are really encouraging and helpful to the new guys. I really like how fast the results and videos are posted after the races. You guys are really doing an outstanding job! A++++++++

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Likes and desires? Sept 21, 2016 0:09:35 GMT -7

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Post by Cycrunner Sports on Sept 21, 2016 0:09:35 GMT -7

I would like to have the Eliminator class rules changed to allow axels smaller than .084 - no minimum diameter. This could be done either by changing the existing rules or having a separate class maybe called Eliminator Pro for example. This class would, of course, allow wheel bushings to accept the smaller axels.

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Likes and desires?

Post by Admin on Sept 19, 2016 19:57:46 GMT -7

Post by Bulldog Racing on Sept 19, 2016 20:21:07 GMT -7

Post by MoJo Racing on Sept 19, 2016 21:37:54 GMT -7

Post by Mr. B Racing on Sept 19, 2016 21:39:16 GMT -7

Post by Ballistic Racing on Sept 20, 2016 0:18:01 GMT -7

Post by •JBD Racing• on Sept 20, 2016 5:40:41 GMT -7

Post by DerbyDad4Hire on Sept 20, 2016 6:08:05 GMT -7

Post by MoJo Racing on Sept 20, 2016 6:51:58 GMT -7

Post by Mr. B Racing on Sept 20, 2016 7:46:49 GMT -7

Post by Maglev on Sept 20, 2016 8:32:28 GMT -7

Post by Crash Enburn on Sept 20, 2016 12:08:12 GMT -7

Post by True North Racing on Sept 20, 2016 13:48:40 GMT -7

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