I just got the word that Chris Billings of The Shock Shop in Portland passed away last night. Super guy and a great human being, who put together a great shock.
I just got the word that Chris Billings of The Shock Shop in Portland passed away last night. Super guy and a great human being, who put together a great shock.
Roland Johnson
San Diego, Ca
Chris did several sets of shocks for me for many years was a true gentleman and a good racer. Thoughts for his family.
Race in peace Chris.
Chris passing is truly sad. My condolences to his friends and family.
Stan Clayton
Stohr Cars
I heard a lot of great things of Chris!!!
Im sure he's deep in shocks and living a 2nd life now !
Wow, truly sad news. Chris was a great guy and awesome engineer. He will be truly missed and my thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. Todd
So very sorry to hear this!
Thanks ... Jay Novak
313-445-4047
On my 54th year as an SCCA member
with a special thanks to every SCCA worker (NONE OF US WOULD RACE WITHOUT THE WORKERS)
Very sad. I worked closely with Chris on shocks for many years. He was only 68. A good friend.
Chris's facebook page here - https://www.facebook.com/chris.billings.925?pnref=story
Last edited by Lee Stohr; 11.17.16 at 2:36 PM.
I am so sad to hear this. Chris could not have been more helpful to me over the years, including after he retired. A real gentleman with a true racer's heart.
So sad, he helped me every time I asked and he took the time even when i had not, he will be missed.
David
Got a lot of good shock recommendations from Chris.
A little background reading about his interest in shocks: http://www.shock-shop.com/Home-Misc/About.php If I recall correctly, he was trying to sell his business, but never found someone he felt was passionate enough to take it on.
Chris was one of the best people period.
Two great racers in one day. Too much to comprehend.
oh no... thats terrible news, he was gracious enough to "make me learn" in order to work on my dampers - invaluable education over a few brief calls and lots of "homework assignments" will be missed !!
BT29-24 Swift DB1 Matra M530
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