We lost a legend today. RIP JOE MONDELLO 8/6/36-4/6/11

[mark42202]

A very good friend with a wealth of knowledge he never hesitated to share. The racing community truly lost a legend this morning.

http://www.ihra.com/article/7490.html

Some of you who have bought parts from me on here know I have packaged them at Joe's shop, and that his shop is where all my engine work gets done. Prayers out to his family and employees, and a huge THANK YOU to Joe for touching my life and the knowledge you have imparted on us "younger guys". RIP Joe.

 

[HitIt]

Oh man, that is too bad. I always found his story very interesting. His legend will live on through all the people he taught.

Also about ten years ago I had a 1970 Cutlass with a Modello 455... that was hands down the best engine I've ever had. Probably still running out there somewhere too...

 

[Joe Mopar]

Wow that's some impressive list of accomplishments in our field. RIP.

 

[SUPERSTOCKRACER]

Sorry to hear this. Very sad. my condolesces to his family.

 

[65DODGE]

thats to bad a true legend he will be missed.

 

[FatJack]

"Mondello makes Horsepower, Not Promises"

One of the Industrys greatest....RIP Mr Mondello

 

[Revhendo]

Truly sad news. Talked to him some 20 years ago when I was building a 69 Cutlass. Joe made horsepower. RIP.

 

[Meep-Meep]

WOW! This is indeed a great loss. I was at the Bakersfield reunion a few months ago and he was in the tower telling some stories about the altereds. Seems like yesterday. RIP Joe.

 

[alleyoopmgv]

RIP Joe Mondello