Bob Baldwin jr
Joined: 21 Sep 2006
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Brian : suitcase Jake Elder The Man , The Myth , The legend. I would have to rate him right at the top with Harry Hyde , Jr Johnson ,Glen Wood . The man Absolutely knew the cars bumper to bumper and how each part worked in relationship to all other parts As likely of an independent cuss as you were likely to find. During the 70's --80's He really earned his reputation hence the name "SUITCASE" Seemed to always get along with everyone except the car owners  Give me 1/2 my fee when I leave the house ,I will take the other 1/2 when the checker flag falls. Really a one of a kind character Shared a few meals with him and even gave him a few rides to Dover , Bristol and Darlington The stories he would tell would have you pissing in your pants  The past year had been particularly bad for him. When they do open the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte there should be a special place for him . Though he did have many Controversies with NASCAR the FRANCE family and THE tech people .
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Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways totally worn out, shouting, "Holy **** what a ride!!!". |
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