 During this time, as part of Big Bad John's "army" with King Curtis Iaukea and John Quinn, he feuded with "Cowboy" Dan Kroffat, Larry Lane and Mark Lewin after attacking the then 60-year-old Stu Hart who had been handcuffed to the ring ropes.His first win took place in 1975 with partner John Quinn, but the titles were then vacated.To reclaim them that same year, Hito teamed with Gil Hayes to win a tag team tournament.