Yep it's fun. I tell people, gear heads mostly, that we enjoy the same thing. Modding cars. They give me an odd look then I say I just mod for less horse power, better top speed, and better mpg. Most of them get it and start asking how fast the car will go.
I pull their chain and say about 85 mph down hill with a tail wind
otherwise its about 55 mph.
What's this local meet you speak of? There are none in my area.