Leah Pruett / Schumacher split - What about Factory Stock?

GATOR · 10-15-2021, 07:57 AM

With this split and the downsizing of Don Schumacher Racing, where does this leave the Don Scumacher Factory Stock program. Leah is most definitely not continuing, does Don:

1) continue the program and replace her with a pay to play driver

2) Dissolve the teams and sell the challengers?

3) Kevin Helms in Leahs challenger

????

I guess we'll see but these cars are more important to me than the piperacks. Anyone in the know?

https://www.nhra.com/news/2021/tony-...lltime-entries

340Cuda · 10-15-2021, 09:57 AM

I would not be surprised if Leah and Matt keep their deals with Dodge.

Also I would not be surprised if Tony Stewart Racing gets parts and pieces from Don Schumacher Racing.

If all that happens I can see Leah staying in the seat of the Challenger.

Pure speculation on my part but I will be staying tuned for future announcements.

jmcarter · 10-15-2021, 11:09 AM

Long ago I was a Smoke fan but not so much anymore so I won’t be a TSR fan any more than I’ve been a DSR fan (not). NHRA’s has intertwined their entire fate with the Nitro ranks so reluctantly think it’s good that somebody is stepping in to fill the void as the DSR and JFR teams eventually age out. I see that Watson Racing is moving to the Dodge camp so who knows what that means for the DSR / Dodge connection, my only hope is that Kevin is in a good position going forward, he’s a true champion in every sense of the word.

Sorry for offering opinion rather than fact but NHRA’s treatment of PRO vs. Sportsman always seems to draw out my contempt.

Markeracer · 10-15-2021, 01:07 PM

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doglover44 · 10-15-2021, 11:07 PM

Wanna see some new Pro Stock teams !

GATOR · 10-16-2021, 08:55 AM

I would be one to love to see Factory Stock replace the current day Pro Stock. I just don't want to see the class morph into an All Camaro field as Pro Stock has. I understand rule disparity trying to keep equality between the 3 manufacturers, but really missing the Mustangs at select events. I do believe all 3 auto manufacturers need representation. Missing the Fords participation at random events and don't want to see the mopar participation diminish.

I do believe Mopar will go with Smoke/Leah/Hagan team which questions the Schumacher based Factory Stock Mopar cars. Fingers crossed mopar steps up the effort and replaces Leah with a passionate somewhat high profile driver that draws fans and not a disconnect like the current trajectory of modern day Pro stock. I am all for parity and let the cream rise to the top. Factory Stock is one of my favorite classes, enjoy ALL the players burning $ to put the show on!! Thanks Guys!

SuperStock fan · 10-17-2021, 09:28 PM

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Originally Posted by doglover44

Wanna see some new Pro Stock teams !

Yes agree more Pro Stock teams are needed. The NHRA always concentrates on the fuel categories. We need many more factory Hotrods with hood scoops and carbs and no rev limiters. Also Pro Stock truck would be nice and more Mountain motor Pro Stock coverage.

Andys dad · 10-17-2021, 10:04 PM

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Originally Posted by SuperStock fan

Yes agree more Pro Stock teams are needed. The NHRA always concentrates on the fuel categories. We need many more factory Hotrods with hood scoops and carbs and no rev limiters. Also Pro Stock truck would be nice and more Mountain motor Pro Stock coverage.

Money is needed and air time ,, Air time is diluted by the so called PROs ....

Ron

340Cuda · 10-31-2021, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by 340Cuda

I would not be surprised if Leah and Matt keep their deals with Dodge.

Also I would not be surprised if Tony Stewart Racing gets parts and pieces from Don Schumacher Racing.

If all that happens I can see Leah staying in the seat of the Challenger.

Pure speculation on my part but I will be staying tuned for future announcements.

Leah just posted this on Facebook....

"After four year of competing in Factory Stock Showdown, today’s raceday will be my last drive aboard the DSR-prepared 2021 Dodge Challenger Mopar Drag Pak in competition.

I’ve had the most amazing and educating experience working with Dodge, SRT and Mopar on two generations of Challenger Drag Paks. We won the 2018 Factory Stock Showdown championship with the third generation Drag Pak and was blessed to be immersed in the development and launch of the 2021 Dodge Challenger Mopar Drag Pak. I’d love to finish this experience off with a win. Make that a double up win."

jmcarter · 10-31-2021, 01:16 PM

As long as Kevin lands a good spot I’m comfortable with that.

10-15-2021, 07:57 AM	#1
GATOR Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Posts: 53 Likes: 48 Liked 56 Times in 17 Posts	Leah Pruett / Schumacher split - What about Factory Stock? With this split and the downsizing of Don Schumacher Racing, where does this leave the Don Scumacher Factory Stock program. Leah is most definitely not continuing, does Don: 1) continue the program and replace her with a pay to play driver 2) Dissolve the teams and sell the challengers? 3) Kevin Helms in Leahs challenger ???? I guess we'll see but these cars are more important to me than the piperacks. Anyone in the know? https://www.nhra.com/news/2021/tony-...lltime-entries Last edited by GATOR; 10-15-2021 at 07:59 AM.

10-15-2021, 09:57 AM	#2
340Cuda VIP Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma Posts: 1,569 Likes: 3,168 Liked 677 Times in 290 Posts	Re: Leah Pruett / Schumacher split - What about Factory Stoc I would not be surprised if Leah and Matt keep their deals with Dodge. Also I would not be surprised if Tony Stewart Racing gets parts and pieces from Don Schumacher Racing. If all that happens I can see Leah staying in the seat of the Challenger. Pure speculation on my part but I will be staying tuned for future announcements.

10-15-2021, 11:09 AM	#3
jmcarter VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Richmond Hill GA (and Port Ludlow WA) Posts: 4,120 Likes: 1,974 Liked 2,691 Times in 851 Posts	Re: Leah Pruett / Schumacher split - What about Factory Stoc Long ago I was a Smoke fan but not so much anymore so I won’t be a TSR fan any more than I’ve been a DSR fan (not). NHRA’s has intertwined their entire fate with the Nitro ranks so reluctantly think it’s good that somebody is stepping in to fill the void as the DSR and JFR teams eventually age out. I see that Watson Racing is moving to the Dodge camp so who knows what that means for the DSR / Dodge connection, my only hope is that Kevin is in a good position going forward, he’s a true champion in every sense of the word. Sorry for offering opinion rather than fact but NHRA’s treatment of PRO vs. Sportsman always seems to draw out my contempt. __________________ Jim Carter 2340 Super Stock 2340 SST/2340 Stock Last edited by jmcarter; 10-15-2021 at 11:25 AM.

10-15-2021, 01:07 PM	#4
Markeracer Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Joliet, IL Posts: 77 Likes: 10 Liked 69 Times in 28 Posts	Re: Leah Pruett / Schumacher split - What about Factory Stoc https://www.autoweek.com/racing/nhra...5jMBmaRtpSfsDI

10-15-2021, 11:07 PM	#5
doglover44 VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: New Carlisle OH Posts: 1,274 Likes: 3 Liked 393 Times in 181 Posts	Re: Leah Pruett / Schumacher split - What about Factory Stoc Wanna see some new Pro Stock teams ! __________________ Jake Biermann

10-16-2021, 08:55 AM	#6
GATOR Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Posts: 53 Likes: 48 Liked 56 Times in 17 Posts	Re: Leah Pruett / Schumacher split - What about Factory Stoc I would be one to love to see Factory Stock replace the current day Pro Stock. I just don't want to see the class morph into an All Camaro field as Pro Stock has. I understand rule disparity trying to keep equality between the 3 manufacturers, but really missing the Mustangs at select events. I do believe all 3 auto manufacturers need representation. Missing the Fords participation at random events and don't want to see the mopar participation diminish. I do believe Mopar will go with Smoke/Leah/Hagan team which questions the Schumacher based Factory Stock Mopar cars. Fingers crossed mopar steps up the effort and replaces Leah with a passionate somewhat high profile driver that draws fans and not a disconnect like the current trajectory of modern day Pro stock. I am all for parity and let the cream rise to the top. Factory Stock is one of my favorite classes, enjoy ALL the players burning $ to put the show on!! Thanks Guys!

10-31-2021, 01:16 PM	#10
jmcarter VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Richmond Hill GA (and Port Ludlow WA) Posts: 4,120 Likes: 1,974 Liked 2,691 Times in 851 Posts	Re: Leah Pruett / Schumacher split - What about Factory Stoc As long as Kevin lands a good spot I’m comfortable with that. __________________ Jim Carter 2340 Super Stock 2340 SST/2340 Stock