2002 | Edwin Thirlby
Thirlby started racing at the age of 12 in 1951. Between raising a family and running auto parts stores, Ed was always racing Outboards and became a premier racing Outboard motor builder. Ed's motors were fast and they finished.
Ed also served as Commodore of the Michigan Outboard Association; Treasurer, Board member and President of the U.S. Title Series; and was member of the PRO Commission. Most important, Ed helped other racers with his time and knowledge. Ed himself found suppliers and techniques to keep the Konig engines running. When some European drivers needed funds to get home from a World Championship, Ed was there to help.
This gentleman boat racer is the picture of sportsmanship and giving to our sport. Big Ed is APBA PRO racing.