In this classic Dale Jr. Download episode, originally aired October 28, 2019, nobody in NASCAR has quite the reputation for being a true bada** like Ricky Rudd. One of the toughest drivers in the sport’s history, Ricky recalls his harrowing 1984 Busch Clash crash and why he raced the Daytona 500 just days later with his eyelids taped open. He shares the story behind Rusty Wallace’s “Rubberhead” nickname and how he finally settled his long-standing feud with Dale Earnhardt. From adrenaline junkie to career revival, Ricky reflects on his legacy in this unforgettable interview. THE PODCASTS YOU LOVE. THE MERCH YOU NEED. Get it all here: https://shop.dirtymomedia.com/ Follow Dirty Mo Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DirtyMoMedia Twitter: https://twitter.com/DirtyMoMedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dirtymomedia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dirtymomedia_ All About Dirty Mo Media: https://www.dirtymomedia.com Chapters 00:00 Welcome to DJD Classics 02:45 Life After Racing 08:54 The Transition to Stock Car Racing 11:58 Family Ties 24:48 From Family Cars to Professional Racing 27:50 Transitioning to Richard Childress Racing 32:43 Friendships and Rivalries in Racing 35:50 The Emotional Impact of Team Changes 43:24 The Race That Changed Everything 46:08 Confrontations and Resolutions 56:23 Surviving the Daytona Crash 01:00:37 The Aftermath of Injury and Recovery