kung fu jesus
07-12-2015, 02:41 PM
So, this is pretty cool. Mike Hom aka "Ham" is a central figure in the SOCAL Miata scene. Well, we think so even if he doesn't. He was instrumental in keeping everyone on top of Marco's situation, taking the time to drive many times between San Diego and Los Angeles, despite his work and school schedule. He has been the catalyst for many great events around San Diego, often being the glue than bonds that group together. He was an enthusiastic, relentless teammate while we worked to put 949 Racing on the podium. He also took care of his ailing mother until she passed this past year. He is a selfless, fun, genuine person as anyone could ever hope to meet. He would give you the shirt off his back regardless of his situation.
His friends all started making plans to reward him in a way he would enjoy. This plan included a way to get him on the track, some coaching, and maybe something to keep him involved in Miatas and the community that appreciates what he does. With some contributions and pooled resources, Sonny and Emilio at 949 Racing donated time, preparations and entry to an HPDE at Streets of Willow. They prepped their training car, "Taxi" to allow Ham to drive it with Sonny coaching him all day. Basically, Taxi is a SuperMiata with two seats and extra power to accommodate the extra weight. No easy task because Hammy is 5 feet nothing, and all the 949 guys are about 5'10 to 6'4".
Ham was let in on the plan this week. He was truly king for the day, dropping 10s off his times with National Championship-level coaching to get him through faster and cleaner. :)
The left over funds were used to buy Ham an FIA seat so he can continue to keep joining the fun at the track and also to show how much we appreciate what he does for everyone. I am proud to consider Ham and all those involved my friends. I wish I could have been there to see it!
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His friends all started making plans to reward him in a way he would enjoy. This plan included a way to get him on the track, some coaching, and maybe something to keep him involved in Miatas and the community that appreciates what he does. With some contributions and pooled resources, Sonny and Emilio at 949 Racing donated time, preparations and entry to an HPDE at Streets of Willow. They prepped their training car, "Taxi" to allow Ham to drive it with Sonny coaching him all day. Basically, Taxi is a SuperMiata with two seats and extra power to accommodate the extra weight. No easy task because Hammy is 5 feet nothing, and all the 949 guys are about 5'10 to 6'4".
Ham was let in on the plan this week. He was truly king for the day, dropping 10s off his times with National Championship-level coaching to get him through faster and cleaner. :)
The left over funds were used to buy Ham an FIA seat so he can continue to keep joining the fun at the track and also to show how much we appreciate what he does for everyone. I am proud to consider Ham and all those involved my friends. I wish I could have been there to see it!
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