Check this, The Procharger Advantage on No Prep Kings Season 6 & Rule Adjustment?
If you’re a fan of the adrenaline-fueled world of Street Outlaws, then you’re well aware of the ever-evolving dynamics and fierce competition that define No Prep Kings Season 6. In this season, there has been one name that keeps echoing through the racing community – ProCharger. Let’s dive into the Procharger advantage and the potential rule adjustments that have the street racing world buzzing.
Procharger Dominance:
Over the course of the last three races, ProCharger-equipped cars have emerged as the dominant force on the No Prep Kings circuit. Last season, Tim Howe introduced a screw blower setup, leaving competitors in the dust. With impressive times consistently hitting the 204 to 206-mile-per-hour mark in the Eighth Mile, it’s safe to say that the screw blowers turned heads and set tongues wagging.
However, it’s the ProCharger cars that have been stealing the spotlight this season. Most notably, when equipped with the F4 140-1 blower, these cars have benefited from a weight break. Last season, these cars tipped the scales at 2,850 pounds. In Season 6, they have been given a reduced weight limit, either 2,800 or 2,775 pounds, depending on the car’s model year.
Despite the prohibition of the big 144 ProCharger, most cars last season were not using it. ProCharger unveiled a new 136 blower, the F4136, favored by drivers like Ryan Martin, Daddy Dave, and Kayla. This new blower configuration also comes with a weight break, further enhancing the ProCharger’s appeal.
Screw Blower Challenges:
While the screw blower cars initially appeared unstoppable, they faced a significant setback this season with a six percent reduction in overdrive. This reduction came after running at 98% overdrive in the previous season. The impact of this change varied depending on the weather conditions.
In races where the air quality was less than ideal, such as at the start of the season or at high-altitude tracks like Idaho Bandimere, screw blower cars seemed to hold their own. Cat Kelly, in particular, performed impressively in these conditions. However, when the air quality improved, ProCharger-equipped cars began to shine, leading to some intense competition in good air races.
Balancing Act and Future Considerations:
As the season progresses, it’s clear that ProCharger cars have found their groove. Yet, questions arise about fairness and diversity in the No Prep Kings field. ProCharger cars have become lighter, screw blower cars have faced overdrive reductions, and turbo cars have struggled to keep up.
To maintain the excitement and diversity of the competition, some propose potential rule adjustments. Suggestions include reducing the weight for turbo cars, increasing overdrive for screw blower cars, and potentially adding weight to the 136 ProCharger combination to level the playing field.
The goal is to prevent a predictable and monotonous competition where one setup reigns supreme. After all, the charm of Street Outlaws lies in the variety of cars and strategies that grace the tracks, and fans want to see intense, unpredictable races that keep them on the edge of their seats.
As No Prep Kings Season 6 unfolds, the debate surrounding the Procharger advantage and rule adjustments will undoubtedly continue. Street Outlaws fans eagerly await to see how the racing community addresses these challenges, striving to keep the thrill and unpredictability alive in this high-stakes world of street racing.
