Jim Danielson is a retired NASCAR

NASCAR

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 Winston Cup Series driver whose career spanned from 1972 to 1976.

Summary

He competed in 675 laps of NASCAR Cup Series racing action - the equivalent of 1746.4 miles (2,810.6 km) - and brought home a grand total of $6,975 in career earnings ($ in today's money). He started in 32nd place on average and finished in 19th. Danielson's only "top ten" finish came at 1973 Winston Western 500. His attempts to qualify for the 1988 Budweiser 400 and the 1990 Banquet Frozen Foods 300 both led to DNQs. Danielson's primary sponsor was Chico's Auto Parts with the vehicle being the John Irvan-owned #9 Dodge

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Danielson also has raced in what is now known as the NASCAR K&N Pro Series West; where he competed in 54 racing events with 26 finishes in the "top ten." His K&N Pro Series career spanned from 1972 to 1991.