Lee Hartman wins his first NHRA Wally at World Wide Technology Raceway, setting a 7.511 at 176.67 mph in the rain-delayed Flexjet NHRA Factory Stock Showdown final.

The showdown, postponed at U.S. 131 Motorsports Park in Michigan, concludes nearly two weeks later in St. Louis under cooler, quicker conditions.

Hartman arrives form-strong after qualifying No. 1 at the NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals with a 7.548 on Friday, establishing control of the bracket.

On Saturday he lowers the benchmark, delivering the quickest pass in Factory Stock Showdown history, a milestone for both Dodge and driver.

The category’s production-based rules reward launch efficiency and eighth‑mile speed, making Hartman’s 60‑foot and mid‑track gains decisive under tight parity oversight.

[pb_fervogear_custom]Both finalists — Hartman’s Drag Pak and Janac’s Cobra Jet — are prepared by Stanfield Racing.[/pb_fervogear_custom]

The final becomes a classic Detroit rivalry. Hartman’s Dodge Challenger Drag Pak faces David Janac’s Ford Mustang Cobra Jet, both tuned by Stanfield Racing.

Hartman executes with a .011 light against Janac’s .024. He hits 1.195 to 60 feet, then 4.845 to the eighth at 148.15 mph, extending control.

[pb_fervogear_custom]Hartman’s .011 reaction time sets the tone and underpins a no‑doubt victory run.[/pb_fervogear_custom]

Janac encounters early mechanical trouble, coasting to an 8.513 at 55.93 mph as the Cobra Jet loses drive soon after launch.

The record resets competitive targets across the class, sharpening crew chiefs’ focus on launch maps, clutch management, and gear selection within the Showdown’s parity framework.

Hartman credits meticulous preparation through the delay and travel. The team maintains discipline across changing weather, track temperature, and turnaround logistics.

Janac approaches the rerun with composure, prioritizing execution over circumstances. His response underlines the professionalism prevalent in the field.

Momentum now sits with Hartman after a statement weekend that complements recent NHRA benchmarks, including the Ron Capps speed record.

His St. Louis success follows the form seen during the Midwest swing, as detailed in Lee Hartman’s great run at the Midwest Nationals and the broader Showdown weekend narrative.

After twelve days and hundreds of miles, Hartman delivers a defining victory for Dodge and resets the Factory Stock Showdown pace for the run‑in.

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