Garage sources told TFR [Team Ford Racing] that NASCAR is advising the teams and the manufacturers, to start thinking about next generation motors and that they should get concepts ready for discussion sometime in the future. The message was delivered that NASCAR is looking to go to a ÃÂÃÂsmall boxÃÂÃÂ (tight tolerance) motor, but no specifics as to what the sanctioning body might be seeking were advanced during the initial conversations. Apparently everything is in play. Even displacement seems to a ÃÂÃÂwork in progress,ÃÂÃÂ according to one Detroit engine designer. This engine builder went on to suggest that now might be the time to tone down the motorÃÂÃÂs capability. But thatÃÂÃÂs a discussion that will spark debate as some engine men, including as Yates, like a smaller cubic inch displacement configuration as an option/ Meanwhile, others believe a smaller carburetor, maybe fuel injection, is a better way to go. These talks look to be very preliminary in nature, with the timing of any changes being a couple of years off, possibly to coincide with ToyotaÃÂÃÂs expected appearance in the Cup Series in 2007.(Team Ford Racing)(5-30-2004)
