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Wade Mahaffey 01-06-2011 11:09 AM

Most ferocious on track, but kindest in the pits
 
Is there someone that stands out as the most ferocious driver when the helmet is on? But would give the shirt of his back in the pits. Somebody that's a real competitor, and a real good person that would be the first to help fix your car. I feel these attributes are present in most racers that I know. But there are probably some extremes out there. Here's a chance to say some nice things about someone!

Wade Mahaffey

X-TECH MAN 01-06-2011 11:23 AM

Re: Most ferocious on track, but kindest in the pits
 
I would say most of the NHRA and IHRA racers are like that. Its their nature to be helpful. Their are a few in both associations who are one way though.

Don Himes 01-06-2011 11:53 AM

Re: Most ferocious on track, but kindest in the pits
 
At the GatorNat's, a few years ago, I watched Billy Nees work on his class competitors car all thursday afternoon. He picked the guy up over 3 tenths. Then the next day, the guy beats Billy for class! Don't ask Billy though, he'll just deny it. We all know how grumpy he can be...........................right, Eddie?

Tom Goldman 01-06-2011 12:04 PM

Re: Most ferocious on track, but kindest in the pits
 
I'd have to agree with Don.
I think Billy just loves the challenge, even if it might come back to bite him!
And those of us who know him know, the odder the car [ or the owner] the more intrigued he is.

jim powers 01-06-2011 12:26 PM

Re: Most ferocious on track, but kindest in the pits
 
xs 3 for billy

Michael Beard 01-06-2011 12:46 PM

Re: Most ferocious on track, but kindest in the pits
 
Billy was my first thought as well. Definitely for the off-track side of things. On the track, he used to be the most ferocious, but I don't think anyone's gotten him p*(&^ed off enough in awhile. :p But back in the day, he drove to Phoenix to win the Div. 1 Championship just because someone said the wrong thing. LOL

gsa612 01-06-2011 01:19 PM

Re: Most ferocious on track, but kindest in the pits
 
I would say Lawrence Line, focused on race day, has taken many a broken competitors trans.home ( incl. mine )worked half the night on it, had it back at 7am, and helped put it in.If your having problems at the track him or his boys are willing to help, seen it many a time. A real class act. gsa612

randy wilson 01-06-2011 01:42 PM

Re: Most ferocious on track, but kindest in the pits
 
Bob Morton and Steve Bridger, and all the Bridger bros. from Mo.

Ed Fernandez 01-06-2011 01:59 PM

Re: Most ferocious on track, but kindest in the pits
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by Don Himes (Post 231687)
At the GatorNat's, a few years ago, I watched Billy Nees work on his class competitors car all thursday afternoon. He picked the guy up over 3 tenths. Then the next day, the guy beats Billy for class! Don't ask Billy though, he'll just deny it. We all know how grumpy he can be...........................right, Eddie?

He's not grumpy,he's socially challenged.:>):>)And he dresses funny.But he is a wizard with the wrenches.

Don Himes 01-06-2011 02:42 PM

Re: Most ferocious on track, but kindest in the pits
 
Billy's a wizard alright, and he has the hat to prove it..........cape and wand to follow!!!!!


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