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"Big Daddy" Don Garlits Donald Glenn Garlits (or "Big Daddy" as racing fans the world over know him,) has a virtually unbeatable record of achievements in his storied history.  Don has won Driver of the Year honors nine times in the Top Fuel Division, has been named Man of the Year by Drag News Magazine three times, Driver of the Year four times, and has been inducted into nine Halls of Fame including the NHRA, Florida Sports, and the Motorsports Hall of Fame.
Swamp Rat XXX was inducted into the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, D.C. in 1987. His record of racing "Firsts" have filled numerous books. Garlits was the first dragster to run over 170mph in 1957, 180mph in 1958, and 200mph in 1964. In 1979 Don smashed past 250mph with a 255.68 and the records continued to mount when in 1986 "Big Daddy" broke the 270mph barrier at the Gatornationals in Gainesville, FL.
The "Big Daddy" Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing opened its doors in 1977 and since that time more than 500,000 car buffs and race fans have toured the museum located ten miles south of Ocala, FL just off Interstate 75. Garlits also serves as drag racing commentator for ESPN several events per year and has written a weekly automotive consumer column, "Ask Big Daddy", for Tribune Media Services. Additionally, Don makes more than 70 personal appearances around the country every year. Don Garlits was eager to be a part of "The Learning Tree Mechanic with Don Garlits" video series. You'll find his "Tips from the Track" video segments most informative! No matter where he is or what he's doing, you know it's what he loves, whether it's providing tips for your vehicle's peak performance or preserving the history of America's oldest motorsport. To visit "Big Daddy" Don Garlits Web site, Please click HERE. 
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