Original Message

I never met Bob Cosgrove, but I admired his work that graced many hot rods at Flemington back in the day.  I had the pleasure of calling Morrisville, Pa's Tommy Backes my friend.  Tom lettered many iconic 60s and 70s hot rods, such as the Piscopo 39, the Menschner 21 and the Taylor 93, among others.  I considered Tom an artist as I do Cos.  Tom and Cos' artistry added personality to every hot they touched.  Personally, I can't say that about today's "wrapped" cars.  I'm sure Tommy and Cos are comparing their individual styles in heaven right now.  For me, their "pieces of art on 4 wheels" made up the best era of local racing.  Scott Ely