We got the thumbs down by the track on the drag racing aspect of the event, due to the fact that if there was an incident during that time, it would not be covered by their insurance. Sorry , especially to John Owen, the probable winner.
Also, I can't find any yellow duct tape, so I'm going to have to revise our schedule ,and run group colors, plus make it more simple if possible.
I heard from Gene Felton's Mechanic/friend Woody, and he told me Gene looks forward to the Willis each year more than any other event for some reason, and that he is coming for sure. I'm happy about that and can't wait for you guys to meet Gene.
PROFESSIONAL RECAP FOR GENE FELTON
Twenty Five American Challenge Wins - I.M.S.A. (International Motor Sports Assoc)
Eleven Camel GTO Wins - I.M.S.A.
Eight Champion Spark Plug Series Wins - I.M.S.A.
Two Camel GT Wins - I.M.S.A.
Two SCCA Pro Escort Series Endurance Wins
One Trans-Am Win
WON 50 OF 119 (42%) ROAD RACES FINISHED
Seventy Three pole positions
Thirty Seven fast laps (race)
Sixty Three track records including qualifying
Top Five – 86.5% of races finished
Top Ten – 97.0% of races finished
Qualified front row 74% of races run
Four Season Championships
Four Runner-ups
Several 3rd places in championships – never out of Top Five
Won Every American Challenge race from pole in 1980(nine poles; nine wins)
Won Manufacturer's Championship for both Buick and Chevrolet
For some interesting history on one of my best friends in racing, check out
WWW.Genefeltonrestorations.com
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