Harry Hyde was one of NASCAR's legendary crew chiefs, guiding Bobby Isaac to the 1970 championship with the winged Dodge Daytona and winning 56 races with drivers including Isaac and Buddy Baker. His mechanical genius made him one of the most sought-after minds in the garage.
Hyde died in 1996 at 71. He remains one of the most respected crew chiefs in NASCAR history.
At a Glance
- Born: January 17, 1925, Brownsville, Kentucky
- Died: May 13, 1996, Charlotte, North Carolina
- Age: 71
- Cause of death: Natural causes
From the Book
This profile is adapted from Legends at Rest: NASCAR Legends by Howard Wear.
Portrait: Photo by Ted Van Pelt, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.