Classic Thunder/Boss Fords go from strength to strength.

Al Weyman · 23 Jan 2010, 08:56 (Ref:2617901)

After a fantastic inaugeral season since the merge the revamped CTCRC Classic Thunder/Boss series is shaping up to be seriously good for 2010. The rules have been slightly tweaked so that engine swaps in CT are now allowed from different marques a revival of the old Special Saloons if you like. Apart from great competitors like Joss Roncetti in his super quick Sunbeam Talbot Lotus we have Ford V8 Seirras and Capris, Cossie engined Mk1 and 2 Escorts, Duratec engined KA, Aussie Ford Falcon V8 Tourer, Escort Cossies, BMW M3's and 6's, Stacy Vickers is even planning a few excursions in a revamped slick shod RX7 so this championship (which I believe it is now) is going from strength to strength. (Did I hear a nasty rumour the Boss side was collapsing? What a load of nonsence!!!)

We are racing at all the good circuits up and down the country and you could do worse than to join in or come and watch.

mig · 23 Jan 2010, 13:25 (Ref:2618049)

Looks like it is shaping up to be a good season Al.Dont forget the other Japanese cars as well.

Al Weyman · 23 Jan 2010, 13:31 (Ref:2618053)

Add em in mate no problem!

photoman · 23 Jan 2010, 20:58 (Ref:2618248)

Contary to rumours circulating at Autosport International, the Blue Oval Saloon Series(BOSS) is alive and well. With the introduction of a 4WD class for 2010 the numbers are already looking good for the year with some familiar faces looking to join the fray. Should be an interisting season.

kelvin88 · 24 Jan 2010, 19:23 (Ref:2618730)

I would be interested to know where those rumours started. BOSS is going great guns. AHM Should have a Focus going in it next season.

Al Weyman · 24 Jan 2010, 19:27 (Ref:2618734)

Well I guess one could say but not on an open forum.

migliacars · 24 Jan 2010, 20:35 (Ref:2618769)

i will also be racing in a few rounds as well, in my 1293 7 port supercharged fuel injected metro or my 1800 vtec mini either way they should fit right in

vjay48 · 24 Jan 2010, 22:29 (Ref:2618817)

Re the demise of boss,is this to do with the "rumour" that a new ford championship for 1600 cc car and vans will appear in 2011,the source is on the web,politics and pathetic spring to mind,some people need to grow up. I think boss can get a full grid next season,guys dont replace one regime with similar one.

photoman · 25 Jan 2010, 01:03 (Ref:2618859)

The demise of of BOSS is highly unlikely imho. Under the guidance of the CTCRC and with a BOSS rep on the committee I expect it to go from strength to strength, especially with the 4WD class back in. Already heard rumours of Graham Wait, Paul Neville, etc coming in along with new cars for classes 2 & 3. Possibility of over subscribed grids and split CT/BOSS races at some rounds I reckon.

Al Weyman · 25 Jan 2010, 08:28 (Ref:2618957)

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Re the demise of boss,is this to do with the "rumour" that a new ford championship for 1600 cc car and vans will appear in 2011

Ford van racing, blimey thats novel, can just see a few Trannies racing round being chased by some Connects (the mind boggles) could be entertaining though thats for sure!

Al Weyman · 25 Jan 2010, 13:25 (Ref:2619114)

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Originally Posted by migliacars

i will also be racing in a few rounds as well, in my 1293 7 port supercharged fuel injected metro or my 1800 vtec mini either way they should fit right in

Look forward to seeing you, cars sound fun.

big andy · 25 Jan 2010, 17:03 (Ref:2619231)

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Originally Posted by Al Weyman

Look forward to seeing you, cars sound fun.

this is my brother AL with my old metro

Al Weyman · 25 Jan 2010, 19:12 (Ref:2619316)

Are great, keep it in the family!

aland · 25 Jan 2010, 19:20 (Ref:2619324)

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Originally Posted by Al Weyman

Ford van racing, blimey thats novel, can just see a few Trannies racing round being chased by some Connects (the mind boggles) could be entertaining though thats for sure!

why not al, there is a VW caddy van racing in the VW cup, tranny connect with a cossy engine. could be fun

Al Weyman · 25 Jan 2010, 19:31 (Ref:2619329)

Be plenty of space for ads thats for sure! Ho come though years agoo scruts made a guy take graphics off the rear window of a four dour Lancer but they can allow a van to race which surely must have blind spots, dont get that one sorry as I often glance over my shoulder during a race.

greenamex2 · 26 Jan 2010, 16:39 (Ref:2619755)

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Originally Posted by migliacars

i will also be racing in a few rounds as well, in my 1293 7 port supercharged fuel injected metro or my 1800 vtec mini either way they should fit right in

More than welcome, contact me if you want any more details.

Rykard · 27 Jan 2010, 00:07 (Ref:2620033)

Any chance the series will be coming to Mallory?

Al Weyman · 27 Jan 2010, 08:12 (Ref:2620161)

We are not doing Mallory this season, we were there last year. Unfortunately because of the economic downturn and the price of fuel etc. by a consensus of opinion by the membership it was decided to have more double headers thus visiting less venues. For the record I can understand this but don't happen to support it as for me half the fun is visiting different places 12 times a year not 8 but there you go democracy ruled and if its what the majority wanted I have to go along with it unfortunately it means some venues are not visited. The good news is we are at Cadwell this year after a long period not visiting this fine and exciting circuit and we also have a club run sprint at Goodwood which promises to be something a bit different and brings the total of meetings up to 9. Here is the calendar on this link http://www.classictouringcars.com/pages/dates.asp

Barman1963 · 27 Jan 2010, 10:53 (Ref:2620239)

Being a mercenary Al, will we get doughnuts at Goodwood and Thruxton ? Huh, please huh, will we, huh ?

Rykard · 27 Jan 2010, 11:26 (Ref:2620261)

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Originally Posted by Al Weyman

We are not doing Mallory this season, we were there last year. Unfortunately because of the economic downturn and the price of fuel etc. by a consensus of opinion by the membership it was decided to have more double headers thus visiting less venues. For the record I can understand this but don't happen to support it as for me half the fun is visiting different places 12 times a year not 8 but there you go democracy ruled and if its what the majority wanted I have to go along with it unfortunately it means some venues are not visited. The good news is we are at Cadwell this year after a long period not visiting this fine and exciting circuit and we also have a club run sprint at Goodwood which promises to be something a bit different and brings the total of meetings up to 9. Here is the calendar on this link http://www.classictouringcars.com/pages/dates.asp

that's a shame. I will try and make cadwell never been there before but it should be a good day out...

Al Weyman · 27 Jan 2010, 13:47 (Ref:2620339)

Of course you will Barman we have to look after our friends in orange, Rykard Cadwell is well worth the trip trust me.

graham bahr · 27 Jan 2010, 19:09 (Ref:2620504)

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Be plenty of space for ads thats for sure! Ho come though years agoo scruts made a guy take graphics off the rear window of a four dour Lancer but they can allow a van to race which surely must have blind spots, dont get that one sorry as I often glance over my shoulder during a race.

interesting, the blue book actually prohibits racing comerical vehicles unless specifically approved by them

Al Weyman · 27 Jan 2010, 19:11 (Ref:2620509)

Maybe they have been approved Graham but definitely not for Classic Thunder/Boss!

R59 · 27 Jan 2010, 22:58 (Ref:2620663)

Can I run a Thames in BOSS then?

Al Weyman · 27 Jan 2010, 23:01 (Ref:2620667)

If its a van then definitely not thats for the other mentioned Ford series.

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