I currently have 16-20 on the reserve list Tommy.
Elbee - yes WSID make the rules and change them on a whim sometimes. They nearly didn't allow 2nd drivers at all. The alternative to the second driver rule as it stands would be a full extra payment for the extra driver and that would get the extra compliment of spectators. Of course it's too late for that now because we are already fully booked.
The reason why there are not more cars is because of ANDRA rules and insurance. Basically if you go over 50 cars it is classed as a different event and requires a lot more staff and increased insurance. You end up getting hit with all sorts of extra charges and need 1000 or more PAYING spectators just to cover your costs let alone all the extra organisation required.
I work from 8am til 6pm mon-fri and in between organising Show and shines, drag days, track days and other club stuff I need to rebuild my engine and spend some time with my girlfriend so this event is not going to get any bigger while I'm running it.
It should also be noted that although we all like to have a whinge about WSID the fact is that WSID Ltd. (the company) is a non profit organisation. The government spent 30 odd million building the place and they want some of it back via WSID Ltd. Who should pay? Us or your Mum (via taxes)? Turns out it's a bit of both.
WSID is run by drag racing enthusiasts too, just like this club. We might not agree with their methods but they have to make the decision on what to charge based on a bunch of considerations that we don't know the details of.
Anyway, that's my rant. If I could make it cheaper or better I would.
Charlie, Brett, Brad, Adrian and others understand these things from their proximity but the rest of you will have to trust me.