[john chesnut]

Thank you for the kind words.

Ret Cop, I understand your concern. Until injured, I was an AZ State Cop, way back in the 70's. A life time ago.

The faith I have in Johnny is a result of the close relationship that we have and how I have seen him conduct himself. When he started racing I sat down with him and explained that it was a huge privilege and responsibility. That I would only work on the car when he was there to work with me. That he needed to conduct himself on and off the track in a mature and respectful way. That I would not tolerate tantrums or displays or disrespect to the equipment, competitors, officials or me. It was OK to get angry but to control it, walk away, calm down and then come back and deal with what ever situation that he finds him self in. To race, he needed to get the best possible grades and to stay out of trouble. When he got to driving age I told him that any street racing, speeding, or recklessness would result in him losing his racing privileges. I am an example to him in this regard as I NEVER abuse the laws with my Cobra or any other vehicle. I keep this to occasional trips to a track.

About 10 years ago, when I was building my 550hp lister inspired "Dragon" my nephew asked me if he could ever drive the car. He was a freshman in High School. I lived in New Hampshire and he in Scottsdale, AZ. I told him that if he became Valedictorian that he could have the car for the Prom. He achieved that goal! I shipped the car to AZ and back. I made his Dad promise that he would only allow the car to be driven if he followed directly behind him in the family van. My nephew became a forensic accountant and has just been accepted into the FBI. A tradition was started.