Bolt in frame connectors

Welding could be done without the front and rear brackets/cross plates in the MP and Hotchkis design. But I think using them is a good idea. It spreads the load and welding locations. I don't like concentrating the welded attachment points on the formed box members of the uni-body.

True its just for fun and it shouldn't matter. However I think its human nature to want to be in the ballpark. When in Novice classes, most region use PAX for handicap comparisons. Even without, its an unusual person that is totally immune to results and the temptation to compare.

I didn't check the PAX announcement for 2018, but the Nats results should make CAM-T relatively soft. No CAMT or CP particpation here, so I've stayed in SM. Looking to drop back to ESP. That said, sometimes I've found I driven better when there's no competition. Like any sport, performance under the gun can be a big factor. Everyone needs to find their own enjoyment zone.