Midget 85 Posted December 21, 2008 Author Report Share Posted December 21, 2008 Jim, In the beginning of the 1968 season, the coupe modifieds were being phased out as you probably remember and going more to later model or special construction. When Joe brought out his new ride that season, I remember asking one of the crewmen what happened to his old coupe that he had been driving? I was told that Joe cut it up with a torch and scrapped it.. I was saddend to hear the news and didn't understand why anyone would want to cut up one of these coupes. I bet there are plenty of us out there that would like to have this car as a collector piece today. Was wondering where Joe might be today. Seems no one knows of his whereabouts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakdad Posted December 21, 2008 Report Share Posted December 21, 2008 Can't imagine what Joe's motivation would be, but I'll bet there is an interesting story behind it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakdad Posted January 6, 2009 Report Share Posted January 6, 2009 Hey Randy, Were you able to reach Joe? I hope he has a computer and looks in on us now and then. Maybe some day he will offer comments and photos............................... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midget 85 Posted January 8, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2009 Jim, Matter of fact I did and gave him reference to this site. I spoke with him over the phone with a conversation about the modifieds. Apparently, they are all gone now and Joe maybe retired. The last modified that he won Championship in was sold. The others apparently were salvaged He does have some photos that he gave someone to scan to disc but it's been a couple of years ago and he hasn't seen them since. Hopefully, we can get him on this site and fill us in with info from the Meyer Speedway days of glory. He did say that Meyer Speedway was a good time in his life. He doesn't know that his racing brought joy to all of us as well. Thanks for doing the homework Jim.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakdad Posted January 8, 2009 Report Share Posted January 8, 2009 Randy, We all thank you so much for contacting Joe. I hope he is doing well and can give us more input. Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakdad Posted January 16, 2009 Report Share Posted January 16, 2009 Well, Now that we have Joe tracked down, how about another pair? Larry and I were talking the other day and the subject of Bronco racer/ car owner John Lewis and driver Al Dempsey came up. Where are these guys now. I think they had the 58 car and if I am wrong, Larry please jump in. John had a transmission shop somewhere out behind Hobby Airport. Lots of guys should remember "Big Al"............................. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midget 85 Posted January 19, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 Yeah Jim, Maybe Larry Trotter or Mark can help us out here. That is interesting. Darn, the more I think about it...was it all that long ago? Find out anymore on the fire at the track? Where did all our guys go that use to input here? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakdad Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 I think Mark is AWOL....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myersjr80 Posted January 25, 2009 Report Share Posted January 25, 2009 Well, Now that we have Joe tracked down, how about another pair? Larry and I were talking the other day and the subject of Bronco racer/ car owner John Lewis and driver Al Dempsey came up. Where are these guys now. I think they had the 58 car and if I am wrong, Larry please jump in. John had a transmission shop somewhere out behind Hobby Airport. Lots of guys should remember "Big Al"............................. This around 1975 John Lewis fixed the transmission on the car I had the time, it was 72 Ford Maverick with a 302 V8. He put a shift a kit in it and what a change back in those days. The last I heard from My Dad he had a shop in Pearland off FM 518 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakdad Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 Maybe this is John's shop......................... http://local.sanmarcosrecord.com/Lewis+Aut...76013.home.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BW Stevens Posted January 27, 2009 Report Share Posted January 27, 2009 I am looking for info on Benjamin Franklin Musick a.k.a. William Morris, Bill Morris & Wild Bill Morris. He was from Dallas and ran early sprints CSRA, IMCA in the 1930's & 40's. He retired from racing in about 1950 and passed away in 1966. Does anyone know how to contact any of his family that might have photos or scrape books of his career? He also had brothers who were racers during this period. Some info I have found http://texashideout.tripod.com/musick.html Bart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PAPA Posted January 27, 2009 Report Share Posted January 27, 2009 BW That is some GREAT reading. I wonder how many other stories of past racers are out there. Please keep us updated on anything you find. Thanks very much Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budman Posted January 27, 2009 Report Share Posted January 27, 2009 BW, Is he any kin to the Musick brothers who raced midgets around Texas in the 1930's and '40's? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BW Stevens Posted January 28, 2009 Report Share Posted January 28, 2009 Yes, according to tex44 (I found this on another thread) Ben Musick was one of 6 brothers from the south side of Dallas. Five went on to become race car drivers. Three were pretty much legends in the midgets throuhtout the southwest. Ben Musick, Rabbit Musick and Cotton Musick. I have also read this in Don Radbruch's book Dirt Track Auto Racing. On that same thread Lucky161 said Ben's son, Jimmy, has a shop in Ft. Worth. A lead I will follow... Bart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BW Stevens Posted February 9, 2009 Report Share Posted February 9, 2009 I have located Jimmy Musick. Great guy with lots of stories of his dad, Chitwood, Jack Ruby & many others. We are supposed to get together soon so I can see some of his photos and scrapbooks. More to come... Bart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarbPlowman Posted April 20, 2009 Report Share Posted April 20, 2009 Hello Everyone!! I am new to the forum. Noticed ya were looking for Joe Plowman #28..... I am his daughter. He lives in La Marque and works in Galveston. He is doing great!!! Thanks, Barb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickHolt Posted April 20, 2009 Report Share Posted April 20, 2009 Thanks for sharing that with us, Barb. I'm sure some of our "more experienced" members will be asking you questions about Joe. Nick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PAPA Posted April 20, 2009 Report Share Posted April 20, 2009 Barb I have to ask.............Do you have any old pics? Please say "Yes". We will help you post them if you need help. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakdad Posted April 20, 2009 Report Share Posted April 20, 2009 + 1 !!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarbPlowman Posted April 20, 2009 Report Share Posted April 20, 2009 I am sure I can come up with some pictures. Will probably be seeing him this weekend. Any other request?? Barb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakdad Posted April 20, 2009 Report Share Posted April 20, 2009 Just tell Mr. Joe we all said Hi!! I am the guy with the number 8 Ford Bronco. Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PAPA Posted April 20, 2009 Report Share Posted April 20, 2009 Thanks Barb. Yes there is another request. STORIES !!!! We'd LOVE to hear some old stories. I'm sure he has one or two. And please tell him thanks for being a part of our racing history. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midget 85 Posted April 21, 2009 Author Report Share Posted April 21, 2009 Barb, I am the guy who called Joe several weeks or months ago and letting him know about this forum and to also check in with him about any photos. He mentioned that someone was going to convert them to a disc for him but hasn't seen him in awhile. Thanks for locating us and welcome to this forum. We look forward to hearing stories about Joe's career and his days at Playland and Meyer Speedway. If I can help you with the photo uploading and editing, please feel free to let me know. Again, welcome and let Joe know we are anxious to here from him! -Randy Midget 85 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarbPlowman Posted April 21, 2009 Report Share Posted April 21, 2009 Thanks Randy! I'll get what pictures he has and take of it for him. Thanks for the welcome and love the forum! btw.....anyone know Denny Burton (red hair) should be in his 50's now?? Barb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txtom Posted April 22, 2009 Report Share Posted April 22, 2009 Barb, Welcome to the Forum; look forward to seeing some pics of Fords!! As for Denny Burton, he visits this site regularly, and his screen name is "gingerbreadman". He also races a Modified at Houston Motorsports Park, and maintains cars for racers. He'll probably see this and respond shortly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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