Receivers

Jim Leasure · Joined: 21 Nov 2006 Posts: 872

What do the drivers think about radio receivers? I think that they are about 100.00. Obviously everyone would need to have one. The expense could be partially off set with the fuel you would save by not making the unnecessary laps while we are trying to get the field lined back up. There are also invitationals that about a third of the field wouldn't have communications.

rooster07 · Joined: 02 Jul 2007 Posts: 394 Location: lansing

i think it would be a good idea if it improves safety.if the driver buys it is it his or hers, or can you rent them?
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daytonapony · Joined: 03 Jun 2007 Posts: 167

Jim I am 100% for them.

I was one of the few trying to get them in for the beginning of the season. The show improves tenfold when the drivers have them. The roughly 10 minutes it to get one driver to allow another their spot, in the super late race, was simply horrible to watch.

I will help argue for the raciever any time you need!!
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Lack o Diesel · Joined: 26 Jul 2006 Posts: 230 Location: Charlotte

100% for!

If enough people are for it maybe we could get a discount for the speedway.

Rock the Kazmar · Joined: 18 Aug 2007 Posts: 75 Location: Marshall, Michigan

how bout we just use 2 way radios? jk. i will say, the radios are handy. the recievers seem like a pretty good idea though. i think another way to improve safety is to incorperate rss's into all the cars in the fastest 3 classes within the next 5 years or so. that way with as fast as our cars are getting, if there is a caution, the drivers will have a big bright yellow light that lights up on their dash boards.

Big Ed · Joined: 31 Jul 2006 Posts: 199

I watched them work to perfection at Crystal Speedway a week ago.

116 cars in the pits, you HAVE to be able to move the show along, and they did. It was awesome to watch the field align before your eyes, in ONE lap, and no one arguing over position. If you did, your argument was then heard in the pit area, while your race was finishing.

They work.

Drake Racing 14 28 · Guest

maybe the track could get a bulk discount and then sell them to the racers at the discounted rate and have some to rent out to vistitors.

schinde · Joined: 03 Aug 2006 Posts: 416

Big Ed said:

" If you did, your argument was then heard in the pit area, while your race was finishing. "

I've no issue with the raceivers, think it would help out quite a bit with line up after a caution.

Especially if Spartan adopts Crystal's rules, either line up where you are told immediately, or you are flagged to the pits.

I'm on board with it.

have a good day,

schinde
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O'NeilsOddOne · Posted: Mon Apr 28, 2008 10:39 am Post subject:

I like this idea of the raceiver. Mr. Flinn has had great success in using them at Crystal. I know it's another racing expense but if it saves you a couple tires or a wheel (depending on class) a season, I think it is worth it.

Thanks
JT

CC32 · Joined: 24 Oct 2006 Posts: 52

First and foremost, do it for the on track safety factor. then look at the added benifit of speeding up the show for the fans! Its good idea for everyone involved.
Add the rule, set a drop dead date, and do it.
As far as travellers go, the track could have a couple extra for a small rental fee.

Brian

lansingsportsrage.com · Joined: 26 Jul 2006 Posts: 1082

I think its a great idea.

CC32 · Joined: 24 Oct 2006 Posts: 52

The RACEceiver drivers package.
(1) RACEceiver Elite LP-1600 scanner
(1) Holster Clip
(1) batterys
(1) Drivers Ear peice for under helmet use
Package price $184.90

RACEceiver Elite W1600 No Ear peice $99.95
Drivers Ear peice, under helmet use $84.95
Fully enclosed in car mounting box $9.95
Trackside Ear Mold kit $27.95

Top Notch Driving Academy, Eaton Rapids(my wifes buisness) can supply RACEceivers and accessories. Call me for the track special. 517-281-7833

If Jim implements RACEceivers, we will have them available at our trailer in the pits. (#32 Mod)

Thanks,
Brian

lansingsportsrage.com · Joined: 26 Jul 2006 Posts: 1082

So its not $100.. but $184 ?

That's nearly twice as much.. so I'd have to really re-think that.

Lack o Diesel · Joined: 26 Jul 2006 Posts: 230 Location: Charlotte

So make it so the Late Models and the Mods have to run them and give the other classes more time to come up with one. Still use them in that division but not require them at that time. But with the Lates and the Mods it's almost a no brainer. But it would help in all divisions. $200 bucks isn't really that much in the grand scheme of things. Just my thoughts. The tracks that have made it necessary are working.

Perry

CC32 · Joined: 24 Oct 2006 Posts: 52

The RACEceiver itself is $99.95
The RACEceiver does use the industry standard 3.5 mm jack. Ear Buds for $14.95 are available.

Brian