Mike Snively
Mike was one of the most naturally gifted drivers to pilot a fuel dragster or funny car. Starting at a somewhat modest level in the early 60s, Snively drove the Scotty’s Muffler Special small block entry to many local wins. A brief stint in the Sandoval Brothers top fuel machine led to the progression into Ed Pink’s “Old Master”, Roland Leong’s “Hawaiian”, and ultimately to “Diamond Jim” fuel and funny car machines of Jim Annin. His 5.97 in Annin’s car at the NHRA Supernationals in Ontario is widely accepted as the first official five second run at an NHRA event. Mike was gifted fabricator and served as a key member of Black’s operation until his premature passing in 1974.