Dale Inman

Dale Inman (born August 19, 1936 in Level Cross, North Carolina) is a retired NASCAR Grand National/Winston Cup Series crew chief from Level Cross, Randolph County, North Carolina.

"[1] He is credited for starting the main duties of the position, including preparation, and driver-pit communication.

[5] The teenage boys would attend some races and work on Lee's car after school and on weekends.

Petty Enterprises had him start concentrating on engine building for the team, and Inman became the crew chief at the races.

[1] While being interviewed after winning the race, he told CBS reporter Ned Jarrett that he would soon be leaving the team.

[7] He was hired by Rod Osterlund to be the crew chief for 1980 champion Dale Earnhardt.

[6] After his retirement, Inman helped Petty Enterprises drivers Rick Wilson, John Andretti, and Bobby Hamilton.

[6] Away from racing, Inman has helped the Victory Junction Gang Camp get started.

[1] In 2008, he helped unveil the first artifact at the NASCAR Hall of Fame, which was the Plymouth Belvedere that Petty drove to 27 wins in 1967.