Frank Hawley's Drag Racing School

[jspradii]

OK, folks. I have committed myself to getting a SuperGas competition license from Frank Hawley's NHRA school sometime next year. When I was fortunate to have dinner with Maury (CRUZER) in Dallas last week when I was there attending a seminar, he suggested that I float the idea of having MM owners participate in a Frank Hawley course either at a MMV III, or in regional club sponsored events. When I talked to him, I hadn't communicated with Hawley about the particulars: i.e. numbers, locations, etc. I contacted the folks at Hawley's, and they said that they have a couple of programs that would likely be of interest to us as MM owners: The "Bring Your Own Car" program and their "Reaction Time Clinic". I won't go into detail here (since there's too much to go into), but these programs can be reviewed at www.frankhawley.com.
What I have been told is that, since the "Bring Your Own Car" program and "Reaction Time Clinic" would not require Frank to provide cars, mechanics, etc. it would be more like a seminar activity, and obviously much less expensive. Obviously, if we do it at Gainesville or Pomona, we'd be at tracks that Frank is already at. On the other hand, if we want to build an MMV III around it (it's a two day program), it would have to be somewhere reasonably accessible by all who would want to participate. On the other hand again, he's willing to do regional clinics at Gainesville, Pomona and at regional tracks in the northeast (ATCO, maybe) and someplace in Washington or Idaho, so that the largest number of folks could participate. Obviously, it would be best if the regional clubs got together on these; then anyone across the country could participate, but the events themselves would be sponsored by regional groups.
My point of this post is to poll the membership and find out three things: 1) Is there interest in this kind of event; 2) Would you prefer a MMV III event be planned around it, or a Regional Event; and 3) If national, where, and if regional where? I know this is very general, but as a trial balloon, I need to focus on what the group might want to do and where, and then narrow it from there.

Let me add, that anyone who successfully completes these clinics, will receive their NHRA competition license sign-off by Frank. If we are going to do something like this, the planning has to start now, so please, let me know what your thoughts are.

- Jim

Poll:

Would you be interested in an event that includes Frank Hawley's Drag Racing and Reaction Time Clinics?

Would you like it to be in conjunction with MMV III?

Would you like it to be sponsored regionally?

If national, where and when?

If regional, where and when?

[jspradii]

OK, folks. I have committed myself to getting a SuperGas competition license from Frank Hawley's NHRA school sometime next year. When I was fortunate to have dinner with Maury (CRUZER) in Dallas last week when I was there attending a seminar, he suggested that I float the idea of having MM owners participate in a Frank Hawley course either at a MMV III, or in regional club sponsored events. When I talked to him, I hadn't communicated with Hawley about the particulars: i.e. numbers, locations, etc. I contacted the folks at Hawley's, and they said that they have a couple of programs that would likely be of interest to us as MM owners: The "Bring Your Own Car" program and their "Reaction Time Clinic". I won't go into detail here (since there's too much to go into), but these programs can be reviewed at www.frankhawley.com.
What I have been told is that, since the "Bring Your Own Car" program and "Reaction Time Clinic" would not require Frank to provide cars, mechanics, etc. it would be more like a seminar activity, and obviously much less expensive. Obviously, if we do it at Gainesville or Pomona, we'd be at tracks that Frank is already at. On the other hand, if we want to build an MMV III around it (it's a two day program), it would have to be somewhere reasonably accessible by all who would want to participate. On the other hand again, he's willing to do regional clinics at Gainesville, Pomona and at regional tracks in the northeast (ATCO, maybe) and someplace in Washington or Idaho, so that the largest number of folks could participate. Obviously, it would be best if the regional clubs got together on these; then anyone across the country could participate, but the events themselves would be sponsored by regional groups.
My point of this post is to poll the membership and find out three things: 1) Is there interest in this kind of event; 2) Would you prefer a MMV III event be planned around it, or a Regional Event; and 3) If national, where, and if regional where? I know this is very general, but as a trial balloon, I need to focus on what the group might want to do and where, and then narrow it from there.

Let me add, that anyone who successfully completes these clinics, will receive their NHRA competition license sign-off by Frank. If we are going to do something like this, the planning has to start now, so please, let me know what your thoughts are.

- Jim

Poll:

Would you be interested in an event that includes Frank Hawley's Drag Racing and Reaction Time Clinics?

Would you like it to be in conjunction with MMV III?

Would you like it to be sponsored regionally?

If national, where and when?

If regional, where and when?

Folks, don't just answer the poll. I'm having trouble getting the rest of the questions on a poll, so I do need your input, until I can figure the rest of this out. Thanks!

Jim

[jspradii]

By the way, I'm prepared to discuss WHY Frank Hawley's training is important, for those who take their racing seriously.


_ Jim

[martyo]

By the way, I'm prepared to discuss WHY Frank Hawley's training is important, for those who take their racing seriously.


_ Jim

Discuss away Jim.....

[jspradii]

Discuss away Jim.....

You know, Marty, for a guy who lets someone else race his car before he does, I don't have to answert that!

[martyo]

You know, Marty, for a guy who lets someone else race his car before he does, I don't have to answert that!

Well, me making the first passes in my car would be like me allowing my clients to stand up in Court and argue their own cases.....it just won't happen!

[MM03MOK]

Reaction Time Clinic

Did you know?

• The RT number you get is actually measuring three different things.
• The RT number you get may not accurately measure your reaction as a driver.
• Your own driver RT is only about 50% of the RT number you receive on your ET slip.
• There are three separate elements of your own physical ability to react to the tree.
• Your car has a RT just like you do. And, just like you, it can vary.
• Frank Hawley's Drag Racing School, with use of the exclusive DRT equipment, has the ability to measure a driver's reaction time separate from the car's reaction time.

Interested in more? Read on.

[martyo]

Poll:

Would you be interested in an event that includes Frank Hawley's Drag Racing and Reaction Time Clinics?

Yes.

Would you like it to be in conjunction with MMV III?

Yes.

Would you like it to be sponsored regionally?

Yes.

If national, where and when?

Atlanta before Legal Knevil heads back to New York

If regional, where and when?

Atlanta before Legal Knevil heads back to New York or at Englishtown after Legal Knevil comes back to New York

My answers are in red.

[jspradii]

Glad you're on board. I think most guys would be willing to express interest. The suggestion of your first born is not acceptable. Huh?

[valkyrie]

My answers are in red.

I would be interested anytime if it is at Englishtown.

[Paul T. Casey]

Although I voted no on the poll, I certianly think this is a great idea. The average member here can greatly benefit from such training. Without mentioning any names, I've seen r/t's in the .750's to the 1.000+ range at some of the events I have attended. I am fortunate enough to have a personal coach, and the time to spend at the local tracks when I'm on the road. Just like everything else one does, the name of the game is practice and training. A well run course, like the one offered by Frank Hawley and graciously suggested by jspradii, will do nothing except move the attendees beyond the first round, and save you money on the whole buy-back thing. Let the other guy have to fork over the buyback fee to keep racing. Even if you're just a casual racer (maybe only once or twice a year) this will enhance your racing experience. I talked with a few of my "hard-core" dragging buddies, and they recognize the name, and recommend his approach. BTW, those .750 -1.000 times are on a .5 bracket tree. If you plan on doing any "heads-up" racing, which often uses a pro-tree, plan on seeing closer to 1 and a half seconds. Sign up and do this, it will only help.

[jspradii]

Thanks Paul. My primary reason for suggesting this is that all of us could use not only personal RT counsel, but also have the opportunity to have our cars individually RT'd. For amateur drivers, this could really be important. For people wanting to compete professionally, it's a must. If we could do this in conjunction with MMV III or a couple of regional events, it would make us all better drivers (not just street racers), and LOWER the cost. I, for one, want to compete professionally, either in my car or super gas/comp or otherwise. This is a great opportunity for professional training at "group" rates. Like I said, we'll take this where the interest leads us. Thanks to everyone so far for their input! - Jim

[MM03MOK]

If national, where and when?

If regional, where and when?

I added the national/regional questions to the poll. These ^^^ must be answered as a post.

BTW: "national" will most likely not be up for debate (MVIII.)

[jspradii]

Thank you Bunny, from this obviously challenged Internet guy!!!

[FordNut]

Jim,
Any plans for an organized Frank Hawley school get-together? Since Gainesville is one of their regular locations, we could probably combine a Reinhart visit and possibly dyno day with the drag racing school trip.