Never interacted with him much, can't remember if he was ever at one of the North Yorks/Manchester motors meets, but his threads in motors were always fun. Proper character who did things his way regardless, didn't care at all.
Very sad to hear this, the forum has me feeling very mortal lately. With it being 2 years since my dad died and so many people from the community passing on for various reasons makes you really focus on what's important. I have a baby on the way in October and it makes me worry so much less, I just want to enjoy life and be happy. Been so worked up about money and my own achievements (or lack thereof) that you forget what's important.