At Norwalk this year, at the Toyota showcase in the midway, I noticed a scale model of a Toyota Funny Car, about the same size as a Jr. Dragster. Made me start thinking about if there were a Jr. Funny Car field for kids, running essentially the same engine but a small funny car body instead, I wonder if this would get more young kids into driving, assuming the cost isn't much more than a Jr. Dragster? What do you all think?
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Jr. Funny Car?
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The “Junior Roadster” was approved for competition in 2023.
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Toyota Develops GR Supra for New NHRA Jr. Roadster Program | Drag Illustrated
Toyota continues to make its mark on the NHRA after more than 20 years competing professionally in the series with the collaboration effort to unveil the new Jr. Roadster. In support of NHRA, Half Scale and Antron Brown to establish this new class, Toyota and TRD, U.S.A. (Toyota Racing...
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Just Paul
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In theory a great idea, however it’s realistically approaching $25,000 to build one new, and there isn’t much of a market for used ones around because they are so new. Also, you are correct, they are just slightly more than the cost of a brand new JR Dragster. Don’t ask how I know. 
Then add in your trailer, tow dolly, golf cart to tow it with, a few spare parts and it really starts adding up.
You can find deals on used dragsters of course depending on what you are looking for. Just like anything else in life, you get what you pay for.
I will say, the memories we’ve been able to make along the way have been incredible, and we still have a few years before they age out.
Then add in your trailer, tow dolly, golf cart to tow it with, a few spare parts and it really starts adding up.
You can find deals on used dragsters of course depending on what you are looking for. Just like anything else in life, you get what you pay for.
I will say, the memories we’ve been able to make along the way have been incredible, and we still have a few years before they age out.
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Just Paul
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With all due respect, you don’t have a clue. Some of these kids are freaking good. I’m not just talking reaction times, I’m talking stripe driving as well. My kids are already better than I ever was, and that goes for quite a few kids around here. There are about a half dozen kids around here I’d call “next level”. I wouldn’t want to race them. There is some real talent out here any given weekend.
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Been around for years. It's called JR. COMP. Are you new here?
Alan
Well that's the second one I've seen. Cool.
Interesting, wasn't aware of this. Jr. Roadster, I assume due to the open top. The name might hurt the marketing, I'd think Junior Funny Car would have better appeal; however, I hope it can take off and hope it does encourage interest from kids, would be good for the sport.The “Junior Roadster” was approved for competition in 2023.
Toyota Develops GR Supra for New NHRA Jr. Roadster Program | Drag Illustrated
Toyota continues to make its mark on the NHRA after more than 20 years competing professionally in the series with the collaboration effort to unveil the new Jr. Roadster. In support of NHRA, Half Scale and Antron Brown to establish this new class, Toyota and TRD, U.S.A. (Toyota Racing...
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Alan, after seeing that I believe I saw one on display at Pomona #2 around 2008.
But never have seen one in competition or even make a pass. Making me think it never took off.
To heck with the Junior stuff. Try something different, a AA/Jet Outhouse. No need to visit the track restrooms any more, just crap on the fly. Thumbs up for the afterburner pops. LOL
Listen to the fans, would you? They didn't holler like that when Brittney ran 341mph.
Listen to the fans, would you? They didn't holler like that when Brittney ran 341mph.
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Ignorant comment.
From when I raced Jr's in the late 90s and won two track championships to now, these kids are for real.
They can cut a maintain their cars, cut a light, play the big end, and most likely put you on the trailer 1st round.
Bit salty?
stitcherbob
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I'll bet Matt Hagen doesn't fit so good in that.....
And put in launch with a clutch and hit shift points. Then you'll see how difficult driving would be.
Have you ever raced in a stick car or just stab it and steer it?
Look, we're talking about kids here, "Junior Dragster"...."Junior Comp" (although I think Jr. Funny Car would be a better name). Although I get your point, you first gotta get the kids interested in the sport BEFORE they become gear jammers. Cut 'em some slack.
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