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Originally Posted by 67 Nova Boy

It really is tough finding a sponsor to go TF let along all the hassle that goes with it. I think that Megan's sister {Rachel} would not be able to run top fuel like she does in a

TA dragster.

It is a big step to go top fuel as well, but a dying class? They know something we don't?

Like you say Marlin...all pro classes are dying off. Money is down for all the drivers. If you

look at Erica's check for winning the 1st championship...it was $250K. NOW it's down to

$185K? Top fuel was $500K this year...don't know if more of less then 4 years ago?

I don't know if the girls are ready for top fuel yet...it is faster for sure!!

For the last several years, the only NHRA class that has grown in numbers has been Jr Dragsters. The issue is that Jr Dragster racers don't increase the overall racer count because when they graduate from the Jr ranks they either can't afford their own race car - or more commonly, they simply displace their parent in the 'family' race car. This is why the Jr program is not a 'success' as intentioned. Very few kids can move on, especially if they head off to college - Benjamin included.... He wants to race during his college years, but time and money are significant headwinds.

Even for the fortunate few like Rachel, Megan and Julie - they indeed need a big sponsor to run TF or PS. I think Megan and Julie are capable, not sure about Rachel, but a sponsor is a definite - just ask Tony Shumacher!!

Ben won some $$ this past weekend, wants to put NO2 on his T/A....anyone wanna sponsor him!!