Pro Stock Final

[kd]

I would think Justin would take one for the team and give KJ a solid points lead. Let's say failing to service the clutch between rounds for example would guarantee a win for KJ but not appear as a blatant dive....But then the unthinkable happens and the car fails to fire-up

Huh???????????????????............wow.........................

 

[4g63rwd]

That sure was strange. Things that make you go Hmmm

Was Greg Anderson diving at Pomona for the finals when he lost to Justin in the first round while leading the points by a very slim margin over Jeg?? I'd say no, based on the fact that he has a gigantic #2 on the side of his GXP. Can't we just give Pro Stock's first first time winner in 4 years his due?

 

[Randy]

This thread is just another reason why racers have left the building with regard to the "Nitromater."

 

[StockersRock]

This thread is just f*ing ridiculous. Congrats to Justin, it's been coming!

 

[Porkchop]

Kurt broke the starter drive, do you really think he was diving?

Alan

I agree with You Alan,no dive at all...........let the bs begin.................We both know the Jonhsons,fire it up and win!!!

 

[Porkchop]

I agree with You Alan,no dive at all...........let the bs begin.................We both know the Jonhsons,fire it up and win!!!

i know thats what happened...........these others need to stop fabricating things,agrreed...........Kurt is just like his dad,would NEVER throw a race,as it should be...........enough said

 

[Porkchop]

this thread is just another reason why racers have left the building with regard to the "nitromater."

actually..........the reason seems to be people leaving here is all the bull****........
Some think they know but have know clue......ill leave it at that...........and im done

 

[camaro]

..........Kurt is just like his dad,would NEVER throw a race,as it should be...........enough said

i didnt believe anything funny was giong on in the charlotte final, but that statement is goin' a little to far !!

 

[Just Paul]

 

[Smiley]

i know thats what happened...........these others need to stop fabricating things,agrreed...........Kurt is just like his dad,would NEVER throw a race,as it should be...........enough said

Jerry-
I do not think that Kurt threw this race, as far as wether or not Hump was contracted to do so, I can't say either way on that one.

However,
When I read your post, the image of KJ riding down the return road after a loss to Warren back in the 90s with a big sign stating "At least I still have my job" popped into my head, and would appear to cast some doubt on your above statement.

Don't get me wrong, I love the Johnsons, they are my favorite P/S team, and they are great for the sport - but I wouldn't say he would NEVER throw a race.

 

[Porkchop]

Jerry-
I do not think that Kurt threw this race, as far as wether or not Hump was contracted to do so, I can't say either way on that one.

However,
When I read your post, the image of KJ riding down the return road after a loss to Warren back in the 90s with a big sign stating "At least I still have my job" popped into my head, and would appear to cast some doubt on your above statement.

Don't get me wrong, I love the Johnsons, they are my favorite P/S team, and they are great for the sport - but I wouldn't say he would NEVER throw a race.

Cast what you want,that was then this is NOW!!!.......Um,wasnt the point system different back then..oh DAM!!! i think it was!

 

[Bullet]

Jerry-
I do not think that Kurt threw this race, as far as wether or not Hump was contracted to do so, I can't say either way on that one.

However,
When I read your post, the image of KJ riding down the return road after a loss to Warren back in the 90s with a big sign stating "At least I still have my job" popped into my head, and would appear to cast some doubt on your above statement.

Don't get me wrong, I love the Johnsons, they are my favorite P/S team, and they are great for the sport - but I wouldn't say he would NEVER throw a race.

You beat me to it Brian. I remember when that happened.

And I would expect them to do the same later this year if KJ was to face WJ at some point in the chase, WJ would take one for the team.

 

[Marchboom]

Just wondering, why would Justin say, "No team orders" prior to the final???? Is he considered part of the Johnson team just because he has one of their motors? Can't figure that one out.

But I don't think Kurt took a dive. Too much is one the line.

Little known fact: The starter motor on Kurt's car was a rebuilt from Checker Shucks Kragen auto parts. Del gave it to him. Has a 1 year warranty.

 

[Rajunz]

I'll bet they put a new starter for every race throughout the Countdown.

 

[Just Paul]

Little known fact: The starter motor on Kurt's car was a rebuilt from Checker Shucks Kragen auto parts. Del gave it to him. Has a 1 year warranty.

Your kidding me??? A factory backed GM car has a rebuilt Chekrshukskragen starter on it???
LOL

 

[yoda]

Just wondering, why would Justin say, "No team orders" prior to the final???? Is he considered part of the Johnson team just because he has one of their motors? Can't figure that one out.

http://www.nitromater.com/nhra/17879-p-s-let-games-begin.html

Looks like tomorrow could help set the tone for the P/S Championship. GA & Connolly in rd 1 with KJ getting the winner if he gets out of rd 1. There are other rd 1 matchups between Countdown drivers that will do the same. I was standing next to some P/S heavyweights (see Don Ness) on the fence today when WJ laid down the .68 in rd 4. You should have heard the buzz because that was an awsome run considering the conditions. It's a shame WJ didn't make the Countdown but he didn't and the games will continue. Another interesting rd 1 race will be between Justin Humphreys (aka Justin Johnson) and the third KB Racing car driven by Rob Mansfield. I think JJ will be a player for the rest of the season with WJ power. GOOD LUCK to WJ/KJ & JJ.

Excellent call there, Mike....

 

[chop]

http://www.nitromater.com/nhra/17879-p-s-let-games-begin.html



Excellent call there, Mike....

Almost as good as the year I think it was Paul Rogers had a contest for who could pick the P/S #1 qualifing time @ Indy. I nailed it perfect.

 

[Super Mod]

I think that the poster of this thread may be referring to what Justin's car did at the drop of the clutch.

Here's someone who got it. Yeah. I'm saying JH's car was probably set up to rattle the tires off the line. If I were JH I wouldn't need team orders. You don't bite the hand that's feeding you. Did you notice WJ has not leased any motors in a long time? This was an exclusive deal to get KJ his well deserved championship. Folks drag racing is a business. AC Delco and WJ Enterprises badly need Kurt to win this countdown. I don't see anything wrong with tilting the scales in favor of your sponsor. NHRA doesn't like diving,but it's almost impossible to prove.I just found it ironic that Kurt had a 99.9% chance of winning that event and something simple as a starter kept him from it. He deserved to win the event and hopefully will win the 2008 PS title. The Zapruder film confirms my theory.

 

[chop]

Here's someone who got it. Yeah. I'm saying JH's car was probably set up to rattle the tires off the line. If I were JH I wouldn't need team orders. You don't bite the hand that's feeding you. Did you notice WJ has not leased any motors in a long time? This was an exclusive deal to get KJ his well deserved championship. Folks drag racing is a business. AC Delco and WJ Enterprises badly need Kurt to win this countdown. I don't see anything wrong with tilting the scales in favor of your sponsor. NHRA doesn't like diving,but it's almost impossible to prove.I just found it ironic that Kurt had a 99.9% chance of winning that event and something simple as a starter kept him from it. He deserved to win the event and hopefully will win the 2008 PS title. The Zapruder film confirms my theory.

After further reading,I get you drift,sorry. I don't think KJ winning the Championship will affect AC Delco remaining on board or not. I think with the Big 3 standing on Capitol Hill with their hands out is going to determine how much they stay involved. The WJ/JJ connection probably was going to become a reality next year but with the third KB/Summit car joining the tour @ Indy,it probably expedited JJ getting it this year. If that's the case,JJ did his job and really helped KJ out. I'll tell you this,after yesterday,I'm liking KJ's chances but I hope he doesn't lose it by less than 20 points,that would be cruel. There's NOBODY deserves a Championship more than KJ and I for one hope he gets it this year. As far as JJ diving,if they do race and it's not a very close race,it will be called a dive,so why worry about it.Let the games continue.

 

[scubasteve]

like randy g said ,people wonder why the racers have left the building here, reinhart thanks for keeping them from throwing us out of our own winners circle pic yesterday. the stories keep coming . already heard some more jeggie, lucas, walsh, sneaky pete, it was quite the experience . but i am looking forward to next yr , just needs some tweaking .hope u get a lil better view of track next yr. u guys always do a outstanding job , thanks for everything !!