Bio:
Russ Chapman :

Russ began racing in the early 1960s driving at local tracks in Chattanooga TN, Rome, GA, and Corbin KY, driving a 1957 Chevrolet in the Cadet Car division.
In 1969 driving a 1967 Chevelle, Russ competed in the NASCAR late model sportsman division, racing 3 to 4 days a week at various tracks: (Huntsville, AL: Kingsport, TN; Nashville, TN; Bristol, TN: Birmingham, AL; Macon, GA; Coeburn, VA etc). Tracks ranged in size from one-third mile to five-eighths mile.
In 1973, he was runner up for the Rookie-of-the-Year at Huntsville Speedway.
In 1974, awarded Most Promising Driver Award at Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway.
April 4, 1979, driving a 1977 Chevelle, Russ passed his NASCAR driving test and was given his NASCAR Gold License # 1-276 allowing him to drive in Grand National, Grand American, Late Model Sportsman, and Modified Divisions.
In August, 1979, he qualified 18th and finished 7th at Talladega International Motor Speedway.
In July 1980, he qualified 28th and finished 8th at Michigan International Speedway in the Norton 200.
In August, 1980, he qualified 14th and finished 11th at Talladega International Motor Speedway.
In September 1980, he qualified 23rd and finished 9th at Michigan International Speedway in the Gould 200.
1983-1984, raced in PACA (now known as Winston West) at the following tracks: Yakima, WA; Richland, WA; Santa Maria, CA; Hanford, CA; and Portland, OR. He finished in the top 15 both years. These tracks were one-third to one-half mile.
2001 to 2006: Crew Chief for several Mid American Stock Car Race Teams.
Now the 60 car with driver Kevin Lee at the wheel and Russ's son Scott driving the 61 car as well. Using his many years of knowledge in chassis setup and driving experience he hopes to see these cars running up front during this racing season.