Tom Ellison - Page 2

ss wannabee · 08-22-2012, 10:24 AM

Prayers and thoughts for Tom and his family...Recall seeing his shop mentioned with many racers on the National Records page in Dragster over the years...and on many Div-3 cars as well when I ventured there...

Think he was Truman Fields engine source during his hey-day......

MikeMoller · 08-22-2012, 07:01 PM

Thomas Ellison

Obituary

Guest Book View Sign

Ellison

Thomas W. Age 72. Went to be with his Lord August 20, 2012. Visitation Sat., Aug. 25, 2012 from 11AM until time of service at 1PM, at Christ Fellowship at Little Miami, 172 East US Route 22 & 3, Maineville, OH 45039. See shortenandryan.com

Here is what I could find on the services.

james schaechter · 08-22-2012, 08:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Todd Hoven

Yes Jim, he worked with me for 2 days in 90+ degree heat to get another engine back in the car. We had to finish a shortblock, fix 4 bent valves in the heads, and built an oil pan. At 70 years old. He was great, and the only reason I made it back. It was an experience I'll never forget. Just wish I could of held up my end by getting past first round. I only got to know him for a short time, but he left a lasting impression on me that I'll always remember. RIP Tom, and God speed..

He sounds like he was a racer`s racer for sure!

RandoH · 08-24-2012, 11:18 AM

Tom was not only an incrediable engine builder, machinest, and racer but also an incrediable man. I was lucky enough to work at Ellison Racing engines with him for a few years and he became a father figure to me. He always knew what to do and say. I was and still am truly honored to have known him.

Eric334 · 01-01-2013, 04:16 PM

I would like to thank everyone for the such kind words that you all have for my uncle.

My Uncle was a truely blessed man, and we were all blessed for having him in our lives.

chris ok · 01-01-2013, 04:40 PM

May he rest in peaceful. Thank you todd for this great story. I honestly don't personally know you all but I get it. That must've been the best feeling in life getting all that work done for a round of racing.
Chris

Eric334 · 04-19-2013, 09:04 AM

SUNDAY APRIL 21ST 11:00AM

Complete Automotive Engine Shop

Ellison Engine & Real Estate

6406 Vine St, Cinti, OH 45216 (Elmwood Place)

Featuring: Sunnen CK1, s/n 2330 * Tamco Tobn Arp 1299 s/n 19405 w/ Setting Fixture * Storm Vulcan Crankshaft Grinder md 15A, s/n 65562 * Storm Vulcan Blockmaster 85-B, s/n 85B60-881 * Peterson 873 Valve Seat Machine * Rodger CD3H Magnaflux md 367 * Sunnen 10816 Cap Grinder * Zero Blast Cabinet & Collector * Kwickway Head Valve Bench * Storm Vulcan Dip Tank * Plus Other Tools & Equip Related to the Business * Automotive Parts & Remaining Inventory.
Real Estate: will be offered at 11:00am Sharp. 3,468sqft Block Bldg * 143AC Subject to Reserve & Confirmation, Approximate Annual Tax of $1,500.00. $5,000.00 Non-refundable Deposit do at knock-down. 30 Days to Close. 10% Buyer's Premium added to the top bid price to establish final sale price.

mark weymouth · 07-18-2013, 10:01 AM

I am sorry to have missed this information. I am sorry for the families loss and drag racings loss.

I own Truman Field's Hard Times '68 Ram Air Firebird. Tom built the motors that powered it through C and D/S class wins at INDY from '71 thru '79. It set national records and was the '73 Stock Eliminator winner at INDY as just a few of the accomplishments that combo achieved.

The car still contains an Ellison motor under the hood. He and his work will be missed by this Pontiac enthusiast.

Mark

Eric334 · 07-24-2013, 07:23 PM

Hey guys, I'm trying to get some old pictures of the cars my uncle built engines for. If anyone has any, could you please post them. And if doesn't bother anyone , I was planning on putting them on Facebook. Maybe start an Ellison Engine Facebook page.

mark weymouth · 08-16-2013, 11:17 AM

Eric, send me a message with your email address. I have several pictures of the Hard Times car from the 1970's. And I have a great shot of SS/K 455 HO GTO that Truman ran back at its first race at Milan when it set the SS/K national records.

Many of the files are two large to load onto this sight. But I have pictures going back to 1970 that Truman has supplied me or came with his cars when I bought them.

Mark

08-22-2012, 10:24 AM	#11
ss wannabee Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 663 Likes: 0 Liked 7 Times in 7 Posts	Re: Tom Ellison Prayers and thoughts for Tom and his family...Recall seeing his shop mentioned with many racers on the National Records page in Dragster over the years...and on many Div-3 cars as well when I ventured there... Think he was Truman Fields engine source during his hey-day......

08-22-2012, 07:01 PM	#12
MikeMoller Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Raleigh NC Posts: 637 Likes: 27 Liked 254 Times in 78 Posts	Re: Tom Ellison Thomas Ellison Obituary Guest Book View Sign Ellison Thomas W. Age 72. Went to be with his Lord August 20, 2012. Visitation Sat., Aug. 25, 2012 from 11AM until time of service at 1PM, at Christ Fellowship at Little Miami, 172 East US Route 22 & 3, Maineville, OH 45039. See shortenandryan.com Here is what I could find on the services. __________________ Mike Moller NHRA 203 Q-R-T/SA

08-24-2012, 11:18 AM	#14
RandoH Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 21 Likes: 11 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Tom Ellison Tom was not only an incrediable engine builder, machinest, and racer but also an incrediable man. I was lucky enough to work at Ellison Racing engines with him for a few years and he became a father figure to me. He always knew what to do and say. I was and still am truly honored to have known him.

01-01-2013, 04:16 PM	#15
Eric334 Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 4 Likes: 0 Liked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Tom Ellison I would like to thank everyone for the such kind words that you all have for my uncle. My Uncle was a truely blessed man, and we were all blessed for having him in our lives.

01-01-2013, 04:40 PM	#16
chris ok Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Long Island, New york Posts: 592 Likes: 131 Liked 46 Times in 29 Posts	Re: Tom Ellison May he rest in peaceful. Thank you todd for this great story. I honestly don't personally know you all but I get it. That must've been the best feeling in life getting all that work done for a round of racing. Chris

04-19-2013, 09:04 AM	#17
Eric334 Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 4 Likes: 0 Liked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Tom Ellison SUNDAY APRIL 21ST 11:00AM Complete Automotive Engine Shop Ellison Engine & Real Estate 6406 Vine St, Cinti, OH 45216 (Elmwood Place) Featuring: Sunnen CK1, s/n 2330 * Tamco Tobn Arp 1299 s/n 19405 w/ Setting Fixture * Storm Vulcan Crankshaft Grinder md 15A, s/n 65562 * Storm Vulcan Blockmaster 85-B, s/n 85B60-881 * Peterson 873 Valve Seat Machine * Rodger CD3H Magnaflux md 367 * Sunnen 10816 Cap Grinder * Zero Blast Cabinet & Collector * Kwickway Head Valve Bench * Storm Vulcan Dip Tank * Plus Other Tools & Equip Related to the Business * Automotive Parts & Remaining Inventory. Real Estate: will be offered at 11:00am Sharp. 3,468sqft Block Bldg * 143AC Subject to Reserve & Confirmation, Approximate Annual Tax of $1,500.00. $5,000.00 Non-refundable Deposit do at knock-down. 30 Days to Close. 10% Buyer's Premium added to the top bid price to establish final sale price.

07-18-2013, 10:01 AM	#18
mark weymouth Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Posts: 9 Likes: 0 Liked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Tom Ellison I am sorry to have missed this information. I am sorry for the families loss and drag racings loss. I own Truman Field's Hard Times '68 Ram Air Firebird. Tom built the motors that powered it through C and D/S class wins at INDY from '71 thru '79. It set national records and was the '73 Stock Eliminator winner at INDY as just a few of the accomplishments that combo achieved. The car still contains an Ellison motor under the hood. He and his work will be missed by this Pontiac enthusiast. Mark Attached Thumbnails

07-24-2013, 07:23 PM	#19
Eric334 Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 4 Likes: 0 Liked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Tom Ellison Hey guys, I'm trying to get some old pictures of the cars my uncle built engines for. If anyone has any, could you please post them. And if doesn't bother anyone , I was planning on putting them on Facebook. Maybe start an Ellison Engine Facebook page.

08-16-2013, 11:17 AM	#20
mark weymouth Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Posts: 9 Likes: 0 Liked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Tom Ellison Eric, send me a message with your email address. I have several pictures of the Hard Times car from the 1970's. And I have a great shot of SS/K 455 HO GTO that Truman ran back at its first race at Milan when it set the SS/K national records. Many of the files are two large to load onto this sight. But I have pictures going back to 1970 that Truman has supplied me or came with his cars when I bought them. Mark