Before long, the line expanded to include throttle linkages and the popular foot-shaped gas pedals that sold 200 units in the first month. Shortly thereafter, the familiar spun-aluminum Moon fuel tank was created.

In 1955, Moon spun-aluminum wheel discs were introduced, and at the height of their popularity in the late 1950s, 10,000 discs were sold in a single month. The small garage was quickly outgrown, and the company was renamed Moon Equipment Co. Moon moved to 10820 S. Norwalk Blvd. in Santa Fe Springs, where the company remains to this day.

The Moon line continued to expand and included "no-name" valve covers, gauges, and tanks of all kinds that have been used on hot rods, custom cars, race cars, and boats of all types for nearly five decades. Moon formed relationships with most of the giants of the industry as both a vendor and a distributor.

In 1962, he acquired Potvin Cams and with the company its front-mounted supercharger kits, which remained popular for many years. Additionally, Bill Jenks, a cam designer and grinder, stayed on and still runs the camshaft part of the business. Former Reunion Honoree Fred Larsen passed away early this year after being a vital part of the company for more than 40 years. Moon was instrumental in the founding of SEMA, the Specialty Equipment Market Association, and served as an original board member and president.

When Moon passed away suddenly June 4, 1987, at the age of 60, the speed-equipment industry lost one of its true pioneers. But the company he founded lives on. After a brief period of inactivity, the company underwent a reorganization and returned to business as Mooneyes USA. CEO Shige Suganuma and President Chico Kodama have continued the tradition of offering the best in high-performance parts and accessories. Furthermore, they have made the company and its products instantly recognizable on a global scale. (Courtesy by NHRA Hot Reunion Program)

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