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Originally Posted by Lowie
Well, I certainly believe you guys when you state that the situation has changed.
I just told this because I heared stories from the old days ... AND I know at least one driver who gets the best cells his sponsor, manufactor of selected packs can find in his stock (I know the guy personally!) ... but again, I don't doubt you saying that this is no longer a normal situation.
Let's close this dated debate.
Anyway, I agree on the argument of not restricting. Let drivers choose themselves if they drive with 6 or 5 cells.
I certainly learned from tis thread. I will certainly try the 5-cell-"trick" when driving in slippery conditions. I still have some NiMH-packs that need getting out of the battery-box  |
Hey Lowie. The reason for not getting picked cells is it isn't necessary anymore and of no advantage, it used to be so, and it would likely become so again if 5cell racing became the limit. If someone is telling you otherwise about getting picked cells, he may be getting told lies, or he may be showboating.
For a team driver to get picked cells is actually damaging to the brand in my opinion, especially if potential customers found out - which we do. As if customers think that they need those cells (even if they really don't), and can't get them, then that says something is bad about the product and we'll pick something else. Whereas if the team drivers are using cells no different to whats available, then the equipment which may be winning is available to all and thats good for the brand as they will sell.
