Take a look at this, Jeff Lutz’s 3700HP ’57 Chevy Bel Air Pro Mod: FuelTech Dyno Session Unleashed!
Few names in the world of drag racing carry as much weight as Jeff Lutz. Known for his relentless pursuit of speed and mechanical excellence, Lutz recently showcased his 1957 Chevy Bel Air Pro Mod during a dyno session at the FuelTech Hub, and what unfolded was a true symphony of horsepower, technology, and racing legacy.
🔥 Over 3700HP to the Tires – And That’s Just the Beginning
The dyno session was nothing short of jaw-dropping. Running on a loose torque converter, the ’57 Chevy Bel Air Pro Mod pushed over 3700 horsepower to the rear wheels, and Jeff confidently claimed the setup could easily go over 4000HP with additional tuning. All of this was accomplished without maxing out the turbos—proving the build has even more in the tank.
🧠 FuelTech FT700: The Game-Changer for Drag Racing
At the heart of this Pro Mod is the revolutionary FuelTech FT700 engine management system. With wireless real-time tuning, Jeff and his team can monitor, adjust, and analyze car performance from a laptop or even a smartphone, completely eliminating the need for cables.
From remote live tuning at the starting line to reviewing logs immediately after a pass, the FT700 is transforming the drag racing experience. Even cylinder-specific issues like EGT7 problems can be identified on the go—streamlining the pit-to-track workflow dramatically.
👨👩👦 Family-Built, Track-Proven
What makes this build even more special is that it’s a family-run operation. Jeff and his son handle everything—driving, tuning, and maintenance. There’s no big crew or outsourced staff—just raw passion and long nights in the garage. Despite the stress, their shared goal of going fast and winning keeps them united and motivated.
The Bel Air they’re running now is a tribute build following the crash of Jeff’s original ’57. Though only a few parts—like the original transmission and rear-end (on the big tire version)—were salvageable, the spirit of the original lives on through this new beast.
🏆 From Dyno to Dragway: Upcoming Races
Jeff Lutz isn’t just tuning for fun—this monster is set to hit some of the biggest events in drag racing:
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Dragway 42 – The next stop where Jeff and his team will race head-to-head.
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Canada appearance – Joining forces with Ryan Martin and Shawn “Murder Nova” Ellington.
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Tri-Five Nationals – The main event where Jeff plans to send the Bel Air deep into the 5-second quarter-mile zone.
Lutz’s previous car ran low 3.80s in the eighth, and with the current horsepower, the new Bel Air is expected to dominate.
💎 Show Car Looks, Pro Mod Power
Every detail of this build is refined to show car standards. From turbo headers and Goodrich plumbing to hand-fitted wiring by Mike Hamilton at Finetune, the craftsmanship is elite. Jeff’s philosophy? “If it doesn’t go fast, we can always push it into a car show.” Fortunately, this one does both—spectacularly.
🔮 The Future of Pro Mod Racing is Here
With FuelTech FT700 leading the charge in tuning tech and builders like Jeff Lutz raising the standard for what a drag car can be, the sport is heading into a bold new era. Whether you’re a fan of classic bodylines or cutting-edge electronics, this build delivers on every front.
