Drag racer Tom Hoover, RIP at 81

He was drag racing in Minnesota. I went to school with his sons. Trent and Troy. And did my share of handing tools to him. This was back in early 70s as a kid. Haven't seen him and his family in decades. (Except for grand stands) He would do test and tune runs during many of our 80s running junk events. (Compared to his level) Showtime would certainly wake crowd up.

I wish I had 1/2 his racing passion. Warren Johnson was the Pro Stocker in these parts. And was a bit stand offish. Not Hoover. Especially with regards to Mopar Hemi and fuel cars. He lived the dream. And will be missed.