Bill Davis unhappy with Johnny Benson's decision to leave team

By Lee Montgomery - Associate Editor
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
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NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series champion Johnny Benson (right) poses with team owners Bill and Gail Davis.

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HOLLYWOOD, Fla. – Bill and Gail Davis posed for the pictures, accepted the congratulations and stood on the Seminole Hard Rock Casino stage as owners of the championship-winning team during the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series awards banquet Monday night.
 
But while they readily accepted the accolades, there was something else on their minds. In the midst of perhaps Bill Davis Racing’s greatest moment, there was anger, frustration and maybe a little bitterness.
 
The Davises are upset with Johnny Benson, who won the 2008 drivers championship for BDR, accusing Benson of going back on his word to them earlier this season when he privately told them he was retiring after the 2008 season.
 
But Benson said he isn’t quitting and added that he hadn’t made up his mind when he told Davis he would be leaving the team at the end of the season.
 
So while the Truck series banquet seemed peaceful and joyous, it was hardly that.
 
“There are some circumstances here that makes this a little harder, Johnny leaving and not telling us that he’s leaving..., ” Bill Davis said after the banquet. “It makes it a little hard to really enjoy like you would want to. It’s not the way you’d expect to be treated from someone that you’ve done a pretty damn good job for for four years.
 
“We never insisted on a contract; he didn’t want one. We just had a handshake. That was good enough for him, good enough for us.
 
“You know, that’s OK. We will improve, we’ll come back with a stronger [No.] 23 truck next year and continue winning races.”
 
Gail Davis said she was thrilled to see her husband win his first NASCAR championship, but she admitted Benson’s departure puts a cloud over the title.
 
“Certainly. I think it does. I thought we had a great relationship, and we thought everything was going so well,” Gail Davis said. “We’ve always given our teams everything we could. We thought everybody was happy. We won this championship and won a lot of races. We thought everything was good, but you just don’t know what’s really going on with other people.”
 
Benson said he “didn’t have a plan” when he first decided not to return to BDR’s Truck team next year.
 
“I wanted to make sure he could move forward and do the things he needed to do to make sure that the 23 will be strong again next year,” Benson said. “When that had come around and I decided that's what I was doing, it's kind of hard to step back and say, ‘Hold on, I don't want that now.’ Or, ‘Hey, I still want my ride back or whatever.’
 
“I stuck with the fact that that's what I told him I was going to do, and we've had opportunities come along. I've turned down at least four opportunities, and then there's been a couple presented in front of me that looked fairly enticing to possibly come back and run a full season.”
 
Benson admitted Davis is “not real happy over the situation.”
 
“But I just hope he appreciates the hard work, and I'm sure he does, of everything that we were able to establish the four years I've been there, winning 14 races and a championship for him,” Benson said. “It's very well deserved for Bill Davis and Gail Davis, and Bill Davis Racing to win a championship. And I hope he grasps on to that, and I hope he enjoys it. I know next year's going to be very different for him.”

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  1. 1
    H. Holcomb said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 4:44 PM

    I think Johnny can do whatever he wants, he may have wanted to retire and maybe now is viewing other options. I mean if Mark Martin can unretire (or never retire etc, etc) doesn't bother anyone. Drivers have there own lives. The 23 teams knew he was leaving for whatever reason and that allowed them time to prepare.

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    Randy Feldman said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 4:47 PM

    Maybe Davis can get Ward Burton to come back to race for him?

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    Jim Ducharme said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 5:04 PM

    I'm very confused how Bill Davis can be angry that Johnny is leaving. I can understand him being disappointed and even sad but I'm not sure how he is getting this sense that Johnny owes HIM anything. Sure Bill Davis gave Johnny a great opportunity but Johnny also gave Bill Davis back everything that he deserved and probably then some - wins, and better yet, a championship.

    Johnny is not breaking any contracts and it sounds like not breaking any promises. Johnny told him he was not coming back, Bill Davis knew that and given when Johnny told him can't say he was blind-sided.

    It sounds like Mr Davis is angry because Johnny could actually move on to another opportunity somewhere else that might better serve Johnny. As if Johnny was put on this earth to serve Bill Davis...

    I'm also surprised of all poeple, Bill Davis, the guy who moved to Toyota at the first sign of greener pastures and in the process breaking certainly more commitments and burning more bridges then Johnny could even be accused of doing, would throw stones from him glass house.

    It's really a sad commentary as I HAD a lot of respect for both what Bill Davis and Johnny Benson were able to do together. I was so happy to see them win that championship.

    I only hope Mr. Davis can put aside himself for a moment and appreciate what they did do together and maybe even thank and appreciate Johnny for what he did for Bill Davis racing vs. looking at it like he owes him more.

    And to Mrs. Davis - So your response to this is Johnny possibly being not being happy puts a cloud over the title and him possibly not being happy gives you the right to be angry with HIM? Really? You are angry because he didn't find happiness with you? Wow. I wonder why...

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    Simon Ward said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 5:08 PM

    The truck series has drama on and off the track!

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    Simon Ward said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 5:10 PM

    If only Davis had paid Johnny, perhaps he would have stayed. Tough to be loyal to an owner that is months behind in paying his driver.

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    Jim HIggins said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 5:20 PM

    It's just trucks. Who cares!

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    Bill Rogers said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 5:33 PM

    Johnny Benson is one thing in this sport, for sure...A gentleman.

    Good luck in the future, Johnny. Hope to see you back driving.

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    Go,JR,GO88! Earnhardt said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 5:58 PM

    Jim HIggins said:
    It's just trucks. Who cares!

    That's very unfair, Jim Higgins! I think the truck races are a lot more fun and exciting than the Nationwide races!

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    Anonymous said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 6:01 PM

    I look for Johnny to be in a KHI truck #2 next season. Ward Burton would be a great driver for Bill Davis's truck, IMO.

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    Daniel Kelley said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 6:02 PM

    Bill Davis is crying in his beer again. Ward Burton did a great job for him years ago. Then, when Ward spoke the truth about Davis, he was fired. Benson probably would have lost out somewhere along the line. From what I've seen of Davis, he's a royal jerk. Instead of appreciating Benson for what he gave to him, Davis is being a sore loser. And this to Jim Higgins, if you don't like the Truck Series why are you here? Don't waste your time on something that you don't like.

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    Scott Sanford said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 6:23 PM

    Simon Ward maintains that Davis was months behind in paying Johnnie. Has anyone else read or heard anything about that?

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    Wayne Powers said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 6:28 PM

    Instead of spoiling the fact that JB won the Championship, let him enjoy it for a while before you start bad mouthing him BD. JB is a great guy, on and off the track, he is a great driver and I don't blame him for moving on. I wish he would go to KHR and partner with Hornaday, wow what a combo that would be. Good Luck To JB in what ever he seeks.

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    Wayne Powers said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 6:29 PM

    OHH, JB would bring a lot of class to KHR if he goes there

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    K P said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 6:47 PM

    Simon, Now the really shines a light on the situation. Did you get this info from a reliable source?

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    Rob S said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 7:03 PM

    From What I understand, JB is going to Red Horse Rading, and maybe taking his crew chief and sponsors with him. If this is true maybe that is why BD is so upset. If it is just Johnny getting a different ride, then I don't see a reason for the hard feelings. Especially when Bill and Gail already knew he was leaving.

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    Kenneth Farley said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 7:20 PM

    Boy, what a big DUH! Benson wasn't sure of what he was going to do. Davis found a replacement. Benson said OK, don't want to be in a second tier truck, especially when an offer like the one from KHR comes along. And Bill Davis is upset? Should have signed him to a contract Bill, that's what they're for.

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    Ted Kamieniecki said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 7:51 PM

    Isn't this the same Bill Davis that was taken to court and lost for giving Toyota Dodge specs and info. The same Bill Davis that went for the easy money, and couldn't care less about loyality. Yes that is the same Bill Davis. Glad to see him crying in his beer now!!

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    Randy Feldman said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 8:37 PM

    After you shake Bill Davis' hand be sure to count your fingers.

    He's a lowlife.

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    Randy Feldman said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 8:38 PM

    Davis has already screwed Ward Burton. Once burned twice shy.

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    HELEN FORD said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 8:45 PM

    WOW! How about just Congratulations Johhny on a great season and you will be a great champion...........

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    PAUL WALKER said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 9:18 PM

    JB and BDR were good for each other, but move on let it go BDR has so many problems they might not be racing next year anyway

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    PAUL WALKER said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 9:22 PM

    JB and BDR were good for each other, but move on let it go BDR has so many problems they might not be racing next year anyway

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    Sid Postmus said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 9:23 PM

    Congratulations Johnnie on your championship.
    I go back many years watching your dad at the Speedrome in GR. Watched you grow sitting on chairs right by the flag stand. Ask your mother about that.
    Good Luck in whatever you are planning for your future and the future of your fine family

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    richard thompson jr said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 9:29 PM

    hey higgins some race fan u r!! u like the iroc cup huh?? trucks r the best racin there is! more bumper 2 bumper than any lap 4 lap!! get ur head out of where the sun dont shine and enjoy some real go fasters

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    MS said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 10:28 PM

    Johnny has been nothing but respectful and gracious when speaking of the Bill and Gail. On Sirius, I heard him saying he would not discuss what was happening in the future, out of respect for the Davis's and that it was their time to celebrate a championship. He refused to discuss his future plans out of respect for the feelings of Bill and Gail.

    Apparantly, Bill and Gail could take lessons in grace from JB!

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    Callaway said:
    Nov 18, 2008 at 10:34 PM

    Hum must have been about the same way Dodge felt with your sneaking over to Toyota after repeatedly denying it eh Bill? Why on earth would Johnny Benson retire at this point? Bill Davis should be used to this by now since his team been a virtual revolving door for drivers through the years.

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    BRIAN PECENCO said:
    Nov 19, 2008 at 7:49 AM

    CONGRATULATIONS!! Johnny!!!
    It is because of you & Steve Park that i went to the Truck races.

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    Beverley Aiken said:
    Nov 19, 2008 at 8:21 AM

    Congratulations JB. It's easy to see who the class act is in this deal.

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    Wayne Baxley said:
    Nov 19, 2008 at 8:47 AM

    COngrats to Johnny. I don't blame him for leaving. I visited BDR several years ago and ran into Mr. Davis. I stuck my hand out to shake his hand and he looked at it like it was a piece of trash and refused to shake hands. I haven't liked him since.

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    Ron Bickel said:
    Nov 19, 2008 at 9:02 AM

    Johnny Benson is like Micheal Waltrip...only nice when the camera is rolling...

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    Keith Johnson said:
    Nov 19, 2008 at 10:26 AM

    The truck races are the most exciting NASCAR races. Benson will be in the #2 Harvick truck and Ward Burton should be in the #23. Are you listening Bill Davis. Several emails are telling you who would be the best driver for your team. Ward is every bit as good as Benson and sometimes the fans see racing from a different perspective. I wish NASCAR would read some of the emails fans have sent. Get rid of the chase, lucky dog and qualify cars.

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    Anonymous said:
    Nov 19, 2008 at 10:46 AM

    It's kind of the pot calling the kettle black in the Davis's situation. I guess it was alright for the Davis's to be accepting money from one auto maker while secretly developing Toyota cars and trucks a few years ago. They didn't show much loyality.

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    TOMMY HARRIS said:
    Nov 19, 2008 at 11:32 AM

    CAN YOU SAY JEFF HAMMOND??PROBABLE HIS NEXT
    RIDE

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    Robert MILLER said:
    Nov 19, 2008 at 11:41 AM

    JOHNNY should move on sure he won the championship but why drive a truck with a restrictor plate when the chevy's, ford's and dodge's don't have one and have to watch them drive away from you when you got the set up to win but don't have the power to catch them

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    A Gray said:
    Nov 19, 2008 at 3:30 PM

    To Ron Bickel: Have you ever met either Johnny or Michael? I have met both men and they were VERY gracious to a bumbling fan!

    CONGRATULATIONS JB!!! I nearly had a heartattack at the end of the race :-} but I am so pleased everytime an announcer said that JB's championship is proof that nice people DO finish first! I am glad they recognize your kindness and integrity.

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    Truex and Sadler said:
    Nov 19, 2008 at 6:53 PM

    Bill Davis is reaping what he has sewn! How about the "secrets" of Dodge to another manufacturer? How about double dipping while having manufacture support from Dodge accepting payments from Toyota? What about the deal with Jeremy Mayfield and that #36 gig last year? What does it matter of Johnny said he was retiring after 2008 or just plain was leaving there after 2008? Either way they would be engaged in a new driver search? Wish KHI would jump on the opportunity to secure JB. Bill Davis needs to stick to his cattle ranching. Hard fought championship for JB. Go JB!!! You deserve it. You have no reason to hang your head over Bill Davis assinine comments.

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    B said:
    Nov 19, 2008 at 6:53 PM

    Johnny and the Davis' had lot's of success over the years. Let the team and driver enjoy their championship that was well deserved.

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    Harold Eddy said:
    Nov 19, 2008 at 6:57 PM

    I doubt johnny benson will be driving in the truck series next year.the last couple years he has been driving a supermodified for a guy from canada when he wasnt in the truck.he liked it so much he had a supermodified built.

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    Penny Weaver said:
    Nov 19, 2008 at 9:56 PM

    I would like to say congratulations to Johnny Benson on his 2008 truck series championship! I wish him luck in whatever he does next season.

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    myrna perkins said:
    Nov 20, 2008 at 9:27 AM

    I like the truck series a lot. I also watch Nationwide and Sprint and follow the sport on SPEED tv. I have a lot of respect for JB and sure enjoyed the races this year. I think this is a matter that should have been settled in private. I heard Johnny on Wind Tunnel and it sounded to me like he had planned to retire but now could see that perhaps it wasn't the right decision at this time. More power to him in whatever he decides to do.

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    Jerry Allison said:
    Nov 20, 2008 at 3:23 PM

    To Ron Bickel,you've obviously not had the pleasure to meet JB,or if you have ,he must of been sick or troubled by something terrible to have not been as laid back, and friendly as when I had the pleasure to meet Johnny at his hauler at the 2006 race at Texas Motor Speedway.He personally showed me inside his hauler to show us how they are set up,and showed his appreciation for his fans.

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    Kenneth Farley said:
    Nov 23, 2008 at 1:00 AM

    I can remember "back in the day" when Johnny Benson was running IMSA cars. He was/has always been "the nice guy" as far as his career is concerned. He is and will be a true Champion. Good job Johnny, and good luck next year.

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