Legendary UDRA Racer Tom Baum The Bomber passed away Oct 27

[animal jim]

I just got word from Barry Kuhlmann UDRA Legend Tom Baum "The Bomber"died of heart failure Oct. 27th. Tom was a neat guy a decicated racer and always fun to be around. The "Bomber" was known for his blown Alky dragster the "Xecutioner" Tom was one of the last grass roots low buck racers. Much like the late Cid Sealy "The Moline Mad Man"

Imagine -those two together a gain!

At least it's good to know "The Bomber" will be waiting for me with a funny BS story when I see him again! I can hear him now, "Hey Animal----------- "

[draglist]

From all I've heard, Tom was one of those great Midwest racers in the mold of Animal Jim. I wish I'd had a chance to meet him. bp

[racersforcoffee]

...Baum was an actual hot-rodder in an era of store-bought performance. It makes me sad that not only have we lost a great participant...but the attitude that built this sport along with him...