[SEL] /now tractor question. OT?OT

[Curt]

Kerry wrote:

>Shock Horror Curt
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>Tractors were not built with them so how are people going to see tractors
>the way they were originally used on the farm, this restriction by others on
>the way you show your tractors is the start of the end, It should not be up
>to the insurance companies or the government to lead you like a bunch of
>sheep to the slaughter of your hobby.
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>You Americans must remember that tractors don't kill, no matter how long you
>sit and wait, none just roll over, it is time that individuals accepted
>responsibility for their actions.
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>But, go ahead, add your wheelie bars and continue to enjoy your hobby as you
>watch it dwindle in attendance.
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Too funny Kerry! ROTHLMAO
I do feel compelled to clarify one important point. The requirement is 
solely up to the discretion of the fellow putting on the tractor pull. 
It is NOT the mandate of any insurance company. Most tractor pullers 
have added them independent of any show owners requirement just do to 
the safe thing for themselves in the event of a mechanical failure of 
the pressure plate or throw out bearing.
You hardly see the bars when installed. They simply are a foot or pad, 
maybe 4" off the ground just a little aft of the tread. At first glance 
you'd think they wouldn't do a bit of good, but so long as they raise 
the drive wheels when the front comes up too high they are effective.
Thanks for the creative humorous writing. Will chuckle all day  now....
Curt