July 09, 2024

Evening With A Legend: Jim Busby

48 minutes

This episode of Evening With A Legend features Jim Busby, a race car driver noted for his participation in the prestigious race. Busby discusses his debut at Le Mans in 1978, his enduring relationship with BFGoodrich, and his notable win in the 1989 Daytona 24 Hours. Hosted by David Spitzer, Busby recounts various experiences and stories from Le Mans, highlighting the mystique and dangers of the race. He shares technical details, collaborations, and anecdotes about his career, relations with team members, and the motorsport culture. The episode also touches on Busby’s views on modern racing politics and technical advancements in hypercars.

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00:00 Jim Busby's Early Racing Career

00:44 Jim's Association with BFGoodrich

01:04 Jim's Notable Victories and Team Management

01:32 Introduction of Host David Spitzer

02:22 Jim Busby's First Le Mans Experience

04:18 The Mystique and Danger of Le Mans

05:13 Building a Winning Team for Le Mans

07:47 The Unique Experience of Racing at Le Mans

12:51 The Importance of Staying Out of the Pits

13:35 The Le Mans Experience Beyond the Racetrack

16:27 BFGoodrich and the Journey to Le Mans

17:54 The Challenges of Racing with BFGoodrich Tires

22:49 The 1982 Le Mans Controversy

24:41 The Kramer Brothers' Racing Legacy

25:11 Qualifying Drama and Engine Troubles

26:06 Rebuilding the Engine in the Rain

27:31 Winning Against All Odds

28:07 The Importance of Porsche

29:42 Le Mans Politics and American Teams

30:17 Excitement for Le Mans 2023

31:27 Challenges of Racing at Le Mans

32:50 Reflections on Racing and Politics

37:00 Co-Drivers and Racing Stories

43:10 Innovations and Hot Rod Culture

45:36 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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