Very nice, nice metal work. I was watching a couple Covell's metal working videos recently. Always interesting even if I don't do the excellent metal work such as you do.
Regarding riding mechanics: In those times they were part of the "pit crew" maintaining the race car as it raced, running back to the pits for full gas cans if the race car ran empty and spotting competitors for the driver.
A very busy and important man risking life and limb. Obviously with the advent of modern design in car and engine with weight saving a primary target, the riding mechanic was no longer needed or justified. But, I too am curious as to why it took so long to rule him out.
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www.emmr.org
