Everyone should be seeing their Zmax money within the next month, there have been a lot changes going on at USLC so that's why there is a delay with that. It also depends on your series or track, some people have received their zmax money already because their series/track send all the information in right away. It is up to them how the money is divided up not USLC.
They are allowing you to run BFG's and Federals again this year because lots of people still have unused BFG's out there so really they are doing this to help you financially. On Dirt they are giving you the option of running the BFG's, Federals, or the new American Racer. I was just in N.C this past weekend with my nephew racing his Bandolero and DSR. While we were down there my brother stopped at USLC and saw the new tires, the tires are softer and smaller as well so this will definitely effect your setup and gear as well on dirt.
Vern, You only sitting out this year because you want to help Jason? You could still make the shows at Linda's can't you? Paul will be racing on dirt with Klascar and maybe a few Central Pa Races. I may run a couple dirt shows but this year is all about asphalt with me, I need to defend my title at Bethel along with racing several other races with Dan Snyder Racing.
Todd