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Old 05-02-2022, 10:03 AM
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Default Bill Rink (multiple NHRA winner and Record holder in his 74 GTO) Passes Away

Bill Rink, a one of a kind, Pontiac racer has passed away. For anyone who has ever met him , he always left a genuine impression. A no BS, tell it like it is guy, tenacious racer and winner with Pontiac power. His 74 GTO was a class dominant car in NHRA Stock class and a top performer in NHRA Super Stock as well. A beautiful car, he worked very hard at making it the best in class at every event. He was a Vietnam era Army Ranger and a straight shooter. Funny, helpful and loyal. He had a decades, long, multiple class winning relationship with Parsons Racing Engines in Dayton, where I first met him. He was also a big Arnie Beswick supporter, providing help for Arnie earlier in his career. He will be missed as a "Pontiac warrior", and a good friend. RIP.

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Old 05-02-2022, 10:56 AM
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I had the opportunity to have a long talk with Bill at Norwalk last year; about a wide range of topics. Wow, am I glad I didn't put that off "for another day". You just don't know when chances in life are gone.

RIP Bill.

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Old 05-02-2022, 02:11 PM
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Wow....sad deal. RIP

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Old 05-02-2022, 02:45 PM
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RIP. Prayers sent.

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Old 05-04-2022, 07:46 AM
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Big loss for many people for sure. Sadly it seems like for every ten great ones that pass maybe one fills the shoes.

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Rest in peace Bill.
Thanks for promoting Pontiacs!
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