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Originally Posted by MulsanneMike
From what I've heard, there is a weight increase coming for LMP2. That would jive much better if homologated engine are being considered as they have a considerable weight disadvantage over purpose built racing engines. Sounds like Daniel Poissenot is prepping everyone for the weight increase. Just wish they wouldn't skirt around the issue...
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This makes perfect sense, especially when melded with your power vs. weight comparisons, Mike....
and it might allow others to run a homologated engine at a lower cost than a purpose-built race engine, yet still be competitive....
However, if what ss-collins states is true...that LMP2 would become a "Formula Stock Block" class, then I think the ACO will be sending a bad message to Honda/Acura and to Porsche...
I hope that Mike and Jag are correct in this...that the weight goes up to make a homologated production-based engine more competitive, but still allow the purpose-built race engines to compete.....this would make the most sense....