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WEBINAR INVITATION
'11-'12 FORDS

Five Reasons to Carry GT Gas

We have five more reasons why you should carry the GT in your product offering. Those five new reasons include five awesome new vehicles tunes at your disposal:

Ford F150 3.5L Eco Boost 2011-2012
Ford F150 5.0L 2011-2012
Ford F150 6.2L 2011-2012
Ford Raptor 6.2L 2011-2012
Ford F250-F350 6.2L 2011-2012


In this webinar we are going to cover the great new features that we have available on these vehicles and most importantly, we are going to talk about the power. At the end of the webinar you will be given 15-20 minutes to ask questions and get answers.


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Jeff Maldonato's Custom Scion tC at the 2011 SEMA Show
Friday - December 2, 2011 10:32 AM

2006 Scion tC at 2011 SEMA Show
2006 Scion tC at 2011 SEMA Show
Jeff Maldonado wears a few different hats throughout the work week. If he is not at work at Toyota central in down town LA he is managing his clothing line, marketing company or helping out with charity events. When SEMA season comes around, Jeff switches gears again to custom builder. While he has worked on more than a few vehicles, present at SEMA, his Scion tC is the face of his company 742. His Scion has been to SEMA for the last 3 years with a different look and theme every time. Since 2006, Jeff has worked on perfecting his showmanship on vehicles to best represent the companies he show cases.
SEMA featured Jeff Maldonado's custom Scion tC
SEMA featured Jeff Maldonado's custom Scion tC


Scion's have always been a car that owners strive to customize. Jeff went above and beyond this craze by totally hooking up this cars interior. With its fully wrapped, peanut butter colored suede and leather interior, this car stands out on the inside. As you move to the outside of the vehicle you get a complementary two tone paint job by basf custom on a v fiber complete wide body. The hood and the trunk of this vehicle go almost perfectly with the interior and is split up with the vivid color of the body.
Maldonado's Company Seven42 brought the 2006 Scion tC to SEMA
Maldonado's Company Seven42 brought the 2006 Scion tC to SEMA


The cool thing about Jeff's vehicle, is while it's a show vehicle at SEMA and spends most of the year covered up, you might see it gliding the streets of LA on the weekends. Under the hood of this vehicle you might find brands like Optima, K&N, jet performance and engine modifications from Mishimoto. Since the beginning of his tuning and custom building career there have been a few brands that Jeff has stuck with for performance and K&N is one of those brands. Since the start of his career Jeff has received over 100 awards, been featured in 3 magazines and been presented on TV and webcasts.
Maldonado has received over 100 awards for this SEMA featured Scion tC
Maldonado has received over 100 awards for this SEMA featured Scion tC.


Besides having fun and making tricked out custom cars, Jeff hopes to build his marketing company through his work and create a good platform to showcase manufacturers and vendors. With very unique color choices and his own personal style, Jeff plans to stick out from all the other custom builds out there.

Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

[News Link - Jeff Maldonato's Custom Scion tC at the 2011 SEMA Show]

Amber Logue Shows off Custom 2011 Dodge Charger at SEMA Show
Friday - December 2, 2011 3:49 PM

2011 Dodge Charger 5.7L at the 2011 SEMA Show
2011 Dodge Charger 5.7L at the 2011 SEMA Show
Divine One Customs' Amber Logue was in attendance at the 2011 SEMA show in Las Vegas. Logue was showing off one of their newest designs; a completely detailed 2011 Dodge Charger 5.7L styled for the Dodge Motorsports Hart and Huntington Supercross team.
Divine One Customs' SEMA 2011 Dodge Charger
Divine One Customs' SEMA 2011 Dodge Charger


"We built this 'Hart & Huntington Hemi'... [because] they needed a vehicle that would show that it's more than a sport, it's a lifestyle," said Logue. "They wanted a car that defined their motto of 'Ink Rock Moto'."

This custom Charger is completely outfitted with:
22x8 Vossen wheels in the front and 22x10.5 in the rear
Full Kicker stereo
Custom Hart & Huntington/Dodge motorsports badges
This Dodge Charger 5.7L turned heads at the SEMA Show
This Dodge Charger 5.7L turned heads at the SEMA Show
2011 Charger K&N cold air intake system
Gibson exhaust
Integrated Dodge 'hash marks' in tail lights.

The Hart and Huntington Hemi also sports some unique paint styling of flat black with gloss black racing stripes, integrated the Hart & Huntington logo throughout the racing stripes and custom pin striping done by BeamDesigns. When asked about where the vehicle can be seen, Logue reported that
Divine One Customs' SEMA Dodge Charger was equipped with Vossen wheels
Divine One Customs' SEMA Dodge Charger was equipped with Vossen wheels
"It has been displayed at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, traveled with the Hart & Huntington/Dodge Motorsports Super Cross team for 2011." Logue went on to say that the Charger will be displayed at Sycuan Casino during the month of December 2011, and will be on tour with the Supercross team in 2012.

K&N asked Amber what got her into building show vehicles. "The thrill of the build, and doing something different. Since 2006, we [Divine one Customs] like to keep it simple as to not take away from the natural beauty the vehicle already has." Logue also said that, "We use K&N product on every single project we build because we only want top notch product that performs and K&N is just that."

Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

[News Link - Amber Logue Shows off Custom 2011 Dodge Charger at SEMA Show]

Andrea Quegan Promotes Breast Cancer Awareness with 2011 Dodge Challenger at SEMA Show
Friday - December 2, 2011 3:49 PM

2011 SEMA Show featured Andrea Quegan's custom Dodge Challenger
2011 SEMA Show featured Andrea Quegan's custom Dodge Challenger
A first and inspirational build for Andrea Quegan at this year's SEMA show, this custom 2011 Dodge Challenger 3.6L shows what nearly 6 months of dedication and commitment to a cause can yield. "The inspiration of this vehicle was mainly my grandmother, she died 6 years ago from cancer," reported Quegan.
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2011 Dodge Challenger 3.6L at SEMA


"I also had two aunts and friends diagnosed with breast cancer and they survived. I just wanted to bring more awareness to all different types of cancer and find a way to help out while they are going through the cancer treatments."

"I have been around cars for about 3 years now, my brother has always been into modifying cars or trucks so I would watch him work on them," said Quegan. "I also love how everyone comes together and helps each other; it's like a big extended family."

Quegan, deeply involved with a cancer awareness foundation called "The Right to Fight," has made several modifications to the Challenger including:

Pink striped Dodge Challenger for cancer awareness at SEMA
Pink striped Dodge Challenger for cancer awareness at SEMA
Custom Paint and Pink Striping Promoting Theme of Cancer Awareness
2 Crave Wheels
MGP Caliper Covers
Eibach Springs
Toyo Tires
K&N Universal Air Filter
Webasto Sunroofs
Katzkin Seats
T-Rex Grille
Quegan's nearly 6 months of dedication resulted this SEMA Dodge Challenger
Quegan's nearly 6 months of dedication resulted this SEMA Dodge Challenger
Gibson Custom Exhaust
R1 Concepts Rotors
Drake Muscle Cars Billet Accessories

"This vehicle is my daily driver," stated Quegan. "I am a medical assistant, so I do see how cancer and other illnesses affect my patients, which gives me more motivation to help with my build." Andrea Quegan's Challenger is a unique and special representation of taking a cause to heart. K&N offers a variety of quality products for almost any vehicle or project.

Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

[News Link - Andrea Quegan Promotes Breast Cancer Awareness with 2011 Dodge Challenger at SEMA Show]

Video - K&N Has Provided Quality Performance Products Since 1969
Monday - December 5, 2011 3:18 PM

K&N Has Provided Quality Performance Products Since 1969
K&N has been manufacturing quality performance air filters since 1969. Extensive testing has been done in both the racing and laboratory environments. K&N offers products for just about any vehicle on and off the road. K&N provides performance and protection to millions of vehicles because they make the world's best air filters, oil filters, and intake systems.

K&N Has Provided Quality Performance Products Since 1969
K&N Has Provided Quality Performance Products Since 1969

Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

[News Link - Video - K&N Has Provided Quality Performance Products Since 1969]

Rebeca Olavarrieta Brings 2011 Jeep Wrangler and Roco 4x4's Nissan Xterra to SEMA Show
Tuesday - December 6, 2011 10:56 AM

SEMA 2011 Jeep Wrangler owned by Rebeca Olavarrieta
SEMA 2011 Jeep Wrangler owned by Rebeca Olavarrieta
When Miami Florida comes up in conversation, people generally think of beaches, tall buildings, yachts, and Al Pacino, and not necessarily a custom 4x4 fabricator shop. Rebeca Olavarrieta will set this misconception straight at her 3000sq ft. playground / showroom, Roco 4x4, located right in the heart of Miami. Here, one can find some of the most extremely modified 4x4 vehicles that she and her team has made and worked on. Roco 4x4 is an international company that can be found in USA and throughout South America. Rebeca explains her passion of creating these off-road demons as unlocking the inner potential that 4X4 vehicles possess from the factory. "A 4x4 Jeep or SUV can conquer the terrain when the pavement ends but products like bumpers and winches take the experience to another level." Rebeca says. Recently she took two of these vehicles to the SEMA show in Las Vegas.
Roco 4x4's Nissan Xterra at the 2011 SEMA Show
Roco 4x4's Nissan Xterra at the 2011 SEMA Show


Her personal 2011 Jeep Wrangler and Roco 4x4's Nissan Xterra were taken across the nation to the SEMA show in Las Vegas. Since the Wrangler is her personal vehicle, Rebeca took it upon herself to do all the modifications alone. Rebeca said it took her over 10 hours just to weld on the long arm Teraflex suspension lift kit, which gives a taste of just how much work went into this vehicle. She said that the suspension modification was the hardest part of this customization. Being that the wrangler is her everyday car, this project gave Rebeca a great understanding of her vehicle and it is now an extremely tricked out daily driver, which is always a plus. Her jeep project ended up being a SEMA Contender Contest Award Winner in the 4x4 and SUV Category. Modifications on the Jeep included K&N Intake system, Front VPR 4x4 bumper with custom stinger, Or-Fab rock sliders, Bestop soft top, Or-Fab rear bumper with tire carrier, Teraflex Long Arm suspension, Fox Racing Shox, Pitbull tires, KMC Wheels. If you look closely and the brand names involved in this custom build, you will see a blend of functionality and beauty.

The Xterra she entered shows that looks are deceiving because even though it looks extremely modified it is a street legal vehicle (although that may not be hard to do in florida.) This vehicle is a Roco 4x4 shop vehicle and has been receiving custom fabricators attention for the past 3 years. Rebeca stated that " Nissan Xterras are usually associated with grocery getter SUV's. This tricked out Xterra has the original body and engine, but has been modified to compete in the most difficult terrains across the US." This is a serious piece of machinery which anyone could tell upon first glance. Some of the modifications include K&N Intake system, Front Dana60 Axle with Nitro Chromalloy shafts and ARB locker, Rear Dana60 Axle with Yukon Chromalloy Shaft and ARB locker, Calmini Transfer Case Gears, Roco4x4 Custom Internal and Exo cage and Front and Rear Bumper, Custom triangulated suspension and countless hours of blood sweat and tears. The Xterra receiving the following awards: Petersen's 4Wheel and Off Road October 2011 and November 2011 - Ultimate Adventure Coverage.

Rebeca's goal with these vehicles and many of the others that she works on is to link the gap between aftermarket products and custom fabrications. She accentuates the stock vehicles ability to go to remote places and reaches her goals with style in mind. Both the Jeep and Xterra follow this theme. She has been familiar with K&N for the last decade and shares its features and benefits with her customers. "I would like to thank K&N for supporting small businesses like Roco4x4. It is a mutual relationship." - Rebeca Olavarrieta

Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

[News Link - Rebeca Olavarrieta Brings 2011 Jeep Wrangler and Roco 4x4's Nissan Xterra to SEMA Show]

How to be a Christmas Gift Giving Hero - Think Inside the Box
Wednesday - December 7, 2011 3:33 PM

Who says Christmas gifts have to fit into a shirt-box, or a stocking hung on the mantle?  For the perfect gift that keeps on giving for the next million miles - think inside the box. By simply removing a vehicle's existing paper air filter, and slipping in a K&N lifetime replacement air filter, you can give a gift of enhanced performance.  Every time the gift recipient gets their car's oil changed and is asked about buying another restrictive paper air filter they can think of you as they decline the offer because they have a K&N air filter that can go for up to 50,000 miles before servicing is needed and then they just service the filter and replace it. 
K&N air filters are the gifts that keep giving for a million miles.
K&N air filters are the gifts that keep giving for a million miles.


Think it through, how much post present opening discussion gets fired up by another gym membership or a sweater with a neon art-deco motif? Yet, let that someone special in your life unwrap a bright shinny K&N box filled with their vehicle's air filter and they will be talking about it long after your Christmas tree is taken down; you will be their hero for years to come.

K&N makes filter gift giving and finding the right filter straightforward as well. Visit the How to Find the Correct Air Filter video on KNFilters.com or contact K&N and they will be happy to assist you. You'll discover just how easy it is to find the right K&N air filter using your computer or mobile device.

High quality products and the right balance of airflow, filtration efficiency, dirt capacity, and reliability are what K&N has represented worldwide since 1969. When you give the gift of a K&N replacement air filter, you bestow on family or friends excellent filtration while reducing restriction, which increases engine performance. Anyone can give new socks, but what's that really say, take care of your feet, have a nice walk? When you give K&N you illustrate a deeper understanding, not only for that individual, but for the special bond that exists between vehicles and their owners.

K&N air filters are designed to increase horsepower and acceleration. They can help a car or truck to run better so it can make driving fun again.  Take a look at some of the feedback we get from K&N users.  Now, you can either give another average striped tie, terry-cloth robe, or something else that will probably stay in the box, or you can give the "The World's Best Air Filter" with the industry-leading Million Mile Limited Warranty, and be a hero every time your gift keeps another paper air filter from being bought.

Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

[News Link - How to be a Christmas Gift Giving Hero - Think Inside the Box]

PRODUCT NEWS


Some Kenworth T2000 and Peterbilt Class 8 Trucks have Money Saving Reusable Air Filter Option
Thursday - December 1, 2011 10:22 AM

K&N Heavy Duty Air Filter 38-2018S
K&N Heavy Duty Air Filter 38-2018S

Over the years big rig truck owners have been driven to find ways to move loads more efficiently with less down time.  That's part of what has made Kenworth's T2000 Class 8 trucks so popular.  This big diesel truck was designed to have a low aerodynamic drag using advanced lightweight composite materials for fuel savings over other older models.  Kenworth's focus on efficiency, low maintenance and quality has lead to the large number of T2000 diesel trucks on the road today.

In an effort to help diesel truck and RV owners be more efficient, K&N has released a new washable heavy duty air filter, part 38-2018S.  This filter fits several class 8 trucks including some Kenworth T2000 and Peterbuilt Truck models.  The 38-2018S filter is designed to increase horsepower while providing outstanding filtration.  This washable and reusable air filter is manufactured from quality components and backed by K&N's Heavy Duty Air Filter 3-year/300,000 Mile Limited Warranty. The days of buying disposable air filters over and over just to throw them away are gone.

K&N's 38-2018S is a standard flow air filter, meaning the air flows from outside the air filter to the inside. It's low restriction filtering material does not require oil like most other K&N air filters.  No oil equates to less time spent servicing the air filter.

The 38-2018S air filter is made with thick urethane seals, heavy duty wire mesh for structural support, and durable air filter material for long life. One awesome feature to this air filter is the handle on the top of the filter for easy installation and removal during cleanings. Cleaning is simple and fast with K&N's 99-0638 Synthetic Filter cleaning solution. You may also use a pressure washer and compressed air on their lowest settings. While the 38-2018S filter is known to fit on some Kenworth T2000 and Peterbuilt Trucks, the best way for diesel rig drivers and operators to find the right K&N air filter for their truck is to use K&N's Cross Reference Search with the existing air filter part number.

The 38-2018S is a cross reference to the disposable air filter parts listed below:

Baldwin RS3750 Air Filter
FRAM CS9009 Air Filter
Carquest 87455 Air Filter
Luber-Finer LAF5873 Air Filter
Donaldson P549644 Air Filter
Napa 2455 Air Filter
Fleetgaurd AF25598 Air Filter
WIX 42455 Air Filter

Find K&N products for your car, truck or motorcycle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

[News Link - Some Kenworth T2000 and Peterbilt Class 8 Trucks have Money Saving Reusable Air Filter Option]

2011 Ford Taurus SHO Owners Get Simple Bolt-On Horsepower with K&N Air Intake System
Friday - December 2, 2011 9:47 AM

Dyno Chart for 69-3531TS intake system
Dyno Chart for 69-3531TS intake system

The story of the Ford Taurus could easily be mistaken for an action-filled Hollywood drama - a glimmer of hope breaking onto the scene and rising to infamy, which then wanes in the face of adversity and questions its identity before finding a renewed spirit and making a triumphant return. Ford brought the Ford Taurus to life in 1986 as a fuel efficient, comfortable and reliable sedan and it did just that, and more. It became an iconic American-made machine, but began losing ground in the 2000s to Japanese auto manufacturers; however, Ford has restored power, fuel efficiency, and style to the Taurus name with the new generation Taurus, and specifically the SHO trim level.
K&N 69-3531TS Air Intake System for the 2011 Ford Taurus SHO
K&N 69-3531TS Air Intake System for the 2011 Ford Taurus SHO


The new Ford Taurus SHO comes with all-wheel-drive standard and Ford's new twin-turbocharged 3.5L V6 EcoBoost motor. This power plant pumps out 365 horsepower and 350 pound-feet of torque while still delivering an impressive EPA estimated 25 mpg on the highway. And now, 2011 SHO owners can have even more horsepower and performance with K&N's 69-3531TS Typhoon performance intake system.

The 69-3531TS intake system is precision designed for the SHO Taurus and provides an estimated 12 horsepower boost with 13 pound-feet of torque at 5327 RPM. This system replaces the restrictive factory intake system with a streamlined aluminum intake tube and oversized K&N air filter for low restriction.  It also comes with a heat shield to isolate the incoming air from the radiant heat of the engine.

The 69-3531TS intake system maintains all factory connections, does not require any modifications to factory programming, and is very easy to install.  It will provide outstanding air filtration and great looks under the hood.  The K&N air filter on the intake is washable and reusable, and the entire system is backed by K&N's Million Mile Limited Warranty.

The 2011 Taurus, one of the icons of the Ford Motor Company, has returned with a renewed spirit, and owners of the new Taurus SHO can transform their piece of history into legend with the 69-3531TS Typhoon performance intake system.

Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

[News Link - 2011 Ford Taurus SHO Owners Get Simple Bolt-On Horsepower with K&N Air Intake System]

2010 and 2011 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia 4.6L V8 Owners Can Add Simple Power with K&N
Friday - December 2, 2011 10:15 AM

Toyota Tundra
Toyota Tundra
Dyno Chart for 77-9035KP
Dyno Chart for 77-9035KP

Toyota Motor Corporation initially made their mark in the automotive industry with smaller, highly fuel efficient and reliable compact vehicles, but the 21st century saw some new players on Toyota's roster with their rugged and powerful trucks and SUVs. Two of these popular new players include the Tundra and Sequoia.

The Toyota Tundra burst onto the scene in 2000 and took Motor Trend's Truck of the Year in its rookie season, defeating veterans of Detroit's Big Three. Just one year later in 2001, the Toyota Sequoia received a nomination for the North American Truck of the Year, again in its rookie season. The Tundra and Sequoia have continued to impress over the years with their powerful V8 engines, durability and overall reliability. Owners of 2010 and 2011 Toyota Tundra 4.6L and Toyota Sequoia 4.6L models can equip these seasoned professionals with even more power and performance with K&N's 77-9035KPperformance air intake system.
K&N Air Intake System for 2010-2011 4.6L Tundra and Sequoia
K&N Air Intake System for 2010-2011 4.6L Tundra and Sequoia


K&N's 77-9035KP performance air intake system is precision engineered, specifically for these new Tundra and Sequoia models, and will make owners grin from ear to ear with an estimated gain of 10 horsepower and 11 pound-feet of torque at 5280 RPM. It replaces the restrictive factory intake system with a mandrel-bent aluminum tube and oversized K&N air filter.  It comes with a heat shield to help maintain lower inlet air temperatures.

K&N engineered this performance air intake system to maintain all factory connections and work within the truck's factory engine programming parameters. This, simple to install, air intake system comes with a washable and reusable air filter and is backed by K&N's Million Mile Limited Warranty.  It will provide outstanding air filtration and it can be used for up to 100,000 miles before air filter servicing is needed depending on driving conditions.

To the dismay of some (and to the joy of others) the pickup truck and SUV markets are no longer dominated by Detroit. Manufacturers like Toyota have brought all-star players to their lineup, such as the reliable and rugged Tundra and Sequoia. In any competition, great players need great gear, and 2010 and 2011 Tundra and Sequoia 4.6L V8 owners can help their all-stars shine with the K&N 77-9035KP performance intake system.

Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

[News Link - 2010 and 2011 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia 4.6L V8 Owners Can Add Simple Power with K&N]

2012 Honda Civic 1.8L Owners Get Simple Performance Increase with K&N Air Filter
Friday - December 2, 2011 10:32 AM

Replacement Air Filter for the 2012 Honda Civic 1.8L.
Replacement Air Filter for the 2012 Honda Civic 1.8L.
For families, students, custom car enthusiasts, and just about everyone everywhere, the Honda Civic is the compact sedan of choice. With the introduction of the 2012 Civic, Honda enters the ninth generation of this record selling vehicle. And, with the extraordinary success of the eighth generation, which won Motor Trend's 2006 Car of the Year, Honda faced a daunting challenge of elevating the nameplate to the next level and by all indications, their mission has been accomplished. The 2012 Honda Civic 1.8L offers improvements in dynamic performance, fuel economy, interior volume, design, and safety. Yet, Honda accomplished this without any radical design departure from the generation prior to hedge against turning off the 250,000 plus annual new car buyers.

Honda's 1.8L 16-valve I-4 with i-VTEC is the Civic's highest volume-selling power plant. The thoroughly dependable engine produces 140 horsepower at 6500 rpm and 128 pound feet at 4300 rpm and now, 2012 Honda Civic owners can add performance with K&N's 33-2468OE replacement air filter. It's one of the most straight forward and effortless performance enhancements owners can perform on their Civics. This precision designed, drop-in panel air filter simply fits into the existing factory air box and is designed to increase horsepower and torque.
Restriction Chart for 33-2468 Air Filter
Restriction Chart for 33-2468 Air Filter


Just like all K&N OE replacement air filters, the 33-2468 filter is washable and reusable and has the capability to run up to 50,000 miles before servicing is required, depending on driving conditions. It will provide outstanding air filtration and it is backed by K&N's Million Mile Limited Warranty, making this the last filter owners will ever need for their 2012 Honda Civic 1.8L.

Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

[News Link - 2012 Honda Civic 1.8L Owners Get Simple Performance Increase with K&N Air Filter]

2002 and 2003 Indian Chief Motorcycle Models Get Performance with K&N
Monday - December 5, 2011 12:15 PM

Replacement Air Filter for 2002 and 2003 Indian Chiefs.
Replacement Air Filter for 2002 and 2003 Indian Chief Motorcycle Models.
Indian Motorcycles have been recognized throughout the world as one of the most iconic V-Twin vehicles since the early 1900s. Since their revitalization in the 21st century, K&N has been adding air filter parts to include Indian Motorcycle models with no application coverage.  The latest release in this effort is K&N's E-3981 air filter for 2002 and 2003 Indian Chief motorcycles.  These bikes come with 1638 cc motors.

K&N's E-3981 performance air filter has low restriction and it provides outstanding air filtration.  It is engineered to protect and to improve the performance of Indian's patented Powerplus 1638cc motor and it is backed by K&N's Million Mile Limited Warranty.. K&N uses multiple layers of oiled cotton gauze to trap and hold the dirt. 

The E-3981 is washable and reusable, making it the last air filter that 2002 and 2003 Indian Chief owners will ever need to purchase. The new E-3981 air filter is designed to work with the stock intake system and does not require any changes to the bike's factory settings to function properly.

Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

[News Link - 2002 and 2003 Indian Chief Motorcycle Models Get Performance with K&N]

2006 Through 2011 Volvo 2.0L and 2.4L Diesels Get Performance with K&N Air Filter
Monday - December 5, 2011 12:53 PM

Replacement Air Filter for select 2006-11 Volvo 2.0L and 2.4L diesels.
Replacement Air Filter for select 2006-11 Volvo 2.0L and 2.4L diesels.
Volvo is breaking the "big square family vehicle" mold with their sporty C30 three-door hatchback. Since its beginning the Volvo C30 has quickly become a favorite for car customizers the world over, with modified versions turning up at the Las Vegas SEMA show. Some have called the C30 as close to automotive art as this category gets.

The Volvo C30 has also been referred to as a "hot hatchback," and though it may not be as powerful as some other hot hatches on the market, it is one of the more sophisticated and refined models available.  Several Volvo C30 models come with a 2.0 liter or 2.4 liter diesel engine.  K&N designed an air filter for these engines that fits the 2006 through 2011 Volvo models listed below.  These Volvo owners can add performance and save money simply by replacing the disposal OEM air filter with a K&N 33-2976replacement air filter. It's clearly one of the most straight forward and easy performance enhancements. This precision designed, drop-in air filter simply fits into your existing factory air box.
Restriction Chart for 33-2976 Air Filter
Restriction Chart for 33-2976 Air Filter


Precision engineering is every bit as critical to K&N as painstaking styling is to Volvo. The K&N 33-2976 replacement air filter provides the added benefit of giving these diesel models excellent filtration efficiency while helping to minimize restriction. It, like all K&N performance air filters, is designed to increase horsepower and acceleration.

The 33-2976 replacement air filter is washable and reusable and has the capability to run up to 50,000 miles before servicing is required, depending on driving conditions. K&N also backs this filter with their industry-leading Million Mile Limited Warranty, making this the last air filter owners of Volvo vehicle models below will ever need.

K&N's 33-2976 air filter fits the following:

2011 VOLVO V50 2.4L Diesel
2011 VOLVO V50 2.0L Diesel
2011 VOLVO S40 II 2.4L Diesel
2011 VOLVO S40 II 2.0L Diesel
2011 VOLVO C70 II 2.0L Diesel
2011 VOLVO C30 2.4L Diesel
2011 VOLVO C30 2.0L Diesel
2010 VOLVO V50 2.4L Diesel
2010 VOLVO V50 2.0L Diesel
2010 VOLVO S40 II 2.4L Diesel
2010 VOLVO S40 II 2.0L Diesel
2010 VOLVO C70 II 2.4L Diesel
2010 VOLVO C70 II 2.0L Diesel
2010 VOLVO C30 2.4L Diesel
2010 VOLVO C30 2.0L Diesel
2009 VOLVO V50 2.4L Diesel
2009 VOLVO S40 II 2.4L Diesel
2009 VOLVO C70 II 2.4L Diesel
2009 VOLVO C30 2.4L Diesel
2008 VOLVO V50 2.4L Diesel
2008 VOLVO S40 II 2.4L Diesel
2008 VOLVO C70 II 2.4L Diesel
2008 VOLVO C30 2.4L Diesel
2007 VOLVO V50 2.4L Diesel
2007 VOLVO S40 II 2.4L Diesel
2007 VOLVO C70 II 2.4L Diesel
2007 VOLVO C30 2.4L Diesel
2006 VOLVO V50 2.4L Diesel
2006 VOLVO S40 II 2.4L Diesel
2006 VOLVO C70 II 2.4L Diesel
2006 VOLVO C30 2.4L Diesel

Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

[News Link - 2006 Through 2011 Volvo 2.0L and 2.4L Diesels Get Performance with K&N Air Filter]

2010, 2011, and 2012 Can-Am Spyders Get Performance with K&N Air Filter
Monday - December 5, 2011 5:28 PM

Replacement Air Filter for 2010-12 Can-Am Spyders
Replacement Air Filter for 2010-2012 Can-Am Spyder Models
Until 2008 there existed a nearly imperceptible niche between motorcycles and other four wheeled vehicles. For those seeking the open-air riding experience, yet not convinced on the merits of two wheels, along came a Spyder. And in slightly less than three years, the Can-Am Spyder roadster with its three-wheeled stance has become a global phenomenon.
Restriction Chart for CM-9910 Air Filter
Restriction Chart for CM-9910 Air Filter


The Can-Am Spyder offers the kind of superb stability and handling two wheels can't, yet with all the benefits of an in-the-elements, wind-in-your-face, riding experience. With its distinctive Y-architecture - two wheels in front, one in back - the Can-Am Spyder roadster is a one-of-a-kind way to experience the freedom of the open road.

The steadiness of the three-wheel design is an automotive-derived BOSCH-engineered vehicle stability system (VSS) that integrates anti-lock brakes, traction control and stability control, providing riders with an exhilarating riding experience and an unmatched level of control and peace of mind.

The Spyder isn't just about stability though; its 990 V-Twin engine has riders aptly covered in the power department, and transmission options give riders a choice between manual and semi-automatic.  Riders can now unleash even more performance from their 2010 through 2012 Spyder RT models by simply replacing the disposal OEM air filter with K&N's CM-9910 performance replacement air filter. It's one of the most straight forward and easy performance enhancements owners can perform. This precision engineered, drop-in panel air filter simply fits into the existing factory air box.

High quality products and the right balance of airflow, filtration efficiency, dirt capacity, and reliability are what K&N has represented worldwide since 1969. The K&N CM-9910 replacement air filter provides excellent filtration while also reducing restriction to increase engine performance, horsepower and acceleration.

Like all K&N replacement air filters, the CM-9910 air filter is washable and reusable and has the capability to run up to 50,000 miles before servicing is required, depending on driving conditions. K&N also backs this filter with their industry-leading Million Mile Limited Warranty, making this the last filter owners will ever need for their Can-Am Spyder RT bikes.

K&N CM-9910 fits the following:

2012 CAN-AM SPYDER RT 990
2011 CAN-AM SPYDER RT 998
2010 CAN-AM SPYDER RT 998

Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

[News Link - 2010, 2011, and 2012 Can-Am Spyders Get Performance with K&N Air Filter]

Harley-Davidson Softail, Touring & Dyna Motorcycles Get Extra Power with K&N Assembly
Monday - December 5, 2011 5:46 PM

Twin Cam equipped Harley Dyna model.
Twin Cam equipped Harley Dyna model.
Dyno Chart for RK-3909-1 on the 96 cubic inch Twin Cam.
Dyno Chart for RK-3909-1 on the 96 cubic inch Twin Cam.
The Harley-Davidson®Motor Company has produced motorcycles that people all over the world have enjoyed for over 100 years. In 1999 they released their first Twin Cam motor. This line of engines has some characteristics of the previous EVO motor, in that it is a high performance push rod V-twin motor sandwiched between two fly wheels. This engine has been fitted into Harley Softail, Touring, and Dyna models since its release and has proven to be a very successful powerplant.
K&N Custom Assembly for 99-11 Softails, and 99-07 Tourings and Dynas.
K&N Custom Assembly for 99-11 Softails, and 99-07 Tourings and Dynas.


High performance engines like this need to breathe as much as possible. With K&N air filtration technology owners of 1999-2011 Softail models and 1999-2007 Touring and Dyna models can increase the performance of their hogs with K&N's new RK-3909-1 custom assembly. K&N's  revolutionary RK kits are designed to improve air flow without taking away from the classic stock look by utilizing the factory Harley top plate.

The RK-3909-1 has a custom backing plate that fits onto the stock throttle body or carburetor. This backing plate is make from powder coated billet aluminum and dyno-tuned to produce added performance. This assembly also comes with a tuned velocity stack to streamline airflow into the engine for better performance, and perhaps one of the nicest features of the assembly are the oil channels that are incorporated into the backing plate to direct oil from the breather bolts back into the motor - no more "leaving your mark all over America."

The RK-3909-1 comes equipped with a washable and reusable K&N air filter and the entire kit is covered under K&N's Million Mile Limited Warranty. The RK-3909-1 comes with everything you need to completely install and experience an instant performance gain creating simple bolt-on and go horsepower.  It has been dyno tested to produce an additional estimated 9.5 horsepower and 9.6 pound feet of torque to the wheel of a 2010 Harley Davidson Fat Boy with 96 cubic inch twin cam, and estimated 6 horsepower and 6.11 pound feet of torque to the wheel of a 2006 Harley Davidson Road King with 88 cubic inch twin cam.  See RK-3909-1 dyno charts for details.

The RK-3909-1 will fit the following Harley models:

2011 Harley Davidson FXCWC Rocker C 1584 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2011 Harley Davidson FLSTN Softail Deluxe 1584 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2011 Harley Davidson FLSTFB Softail Fat Boy Lo 1584 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2011 Harley Davidson FLSTF Fat Boy 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2011 Harley Davidson FLSTC Heritage Softail Classic 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2010 Harley Davidson FXSTC Softail Custom 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2010 Harley Davidson FXSTB Night Train 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2010 Harley Davidson FXCWC Rocker C 1584 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2010 Harley Davidson FXCW Rocker 1584 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2010 Harley Davidson FLSTN Softail Deluxe 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2010 Harley Davidson FLSTFB Softail Fat Boy Lo 1584 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2010 Harley Davidson FLSTF Fat Boy 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2010 Harley Davidson FLSTC Heritage Softail Classic 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2009 Harley Davidson FXSTC Softail Custom 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2009 Harley Davidson FXSTB Night Train 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2009 Harley Davidson FXCWC Rocker C 1584 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2009 Harley Davidson FXCW Rocker 1584 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2009 Harley Davidson FLSTN Softail Deluxe 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2009 Harley Davidson FLSTF Fat Boy 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2009 Harley Davidson FLSTC Heritage Softail Classic 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2008 Harley Davidson FXSTC Softail Custom 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2008 Harley Davidson FXSTB Night Train 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2008 Harley Davidson FXCWC Rocker C 1584 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2008 Harley Davidson FXCW Rocker 1584 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2008 Harley Davidson FLSTN Softail Deluxe 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2008 Harley Davidson FLSTF Fat Boy 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2008 Harley Davidson FLSTC Heritage Softail Classic 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2007 Harley Davidson FXSTD Softail Deuce 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2007 Harley Davidson FXSTC Softail Custom 1584 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2007 Harley Davidson FXSTB Night Train 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2007 Harley Davidson FXST Softail Standard 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2007 Harley Davidson FXDWG Dyna Wide Glide 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2007 Harley Davidson FXDL Dyna Low Rider 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2007 Harley Davidson FXDC Dyna Super Glide Custom 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2007 Harley Davidson FXDB Dyna Street Bob 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2007 Harley Davidson FXD Dyna Super Glide 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2007 Harley Davidson FLTR Road Glide 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2007 Harley Davidson FLSTSC Softail Springer 1584 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2007 Harley Davidson FLSTN Softail Deluxe 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2007 Harley Davidson FLSTF Fat Boy 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2007 Harley Davidson FLSTC Heritage Softail Classic 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2007 Harley Davidson FLHX Street Glide 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2007 Harley Davidson FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2007 Harley Davidson FLHTC Electra Glide Classic 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2007 Harley Davidson FLHT Electra Glide Standard 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2007 Harley Davidson FLHRS Road King Custom 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2007 Harley Davidson FLHRC Road King Classic 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2007 Harley Davidson FLHR Road King 1586 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FXSTSI Springer Softail F/I 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FXSTS Springer Softail 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FXSTI Softail Standard F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FXSTDI Softail Deuce F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FXSTD Softail Deuce 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FXSTBI Night Train F/I 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FXSTB Night Train 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FXST Softail Standard 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FXDWGI Dyna Wide Glide F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FXDWG Dyna Wide Glide 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FXDLI Dyna Low Rider F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FXDL Dyna Low Rider 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FXDI35 35TH Anniv. Super Glide F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FXDI Dyna Super Glide F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FXDCI Dyna Super Glide Custom F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FXDC Dyna Super Glide Custom 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FXDBI Street Bob F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FXD Dyna Super Glide 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FLTRI Road Glide F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FLSTSCI Softail Springer Classic F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FLSTSC Softail Springer Classic 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FLSTNI Softail Deluxe F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FLSTN Softail Deluxe 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FLSTI Heritage Softail F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FLSTFI Fat Boy F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FLSTF Fat Boy 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FLSTCI Heritage Softail Classic F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FLSTC Heritage Softail Classic 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FLST Heritage Softail 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FLHXI Street Glide F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FLHX Street Glide 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FLHTI Electra Glide Standard F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FLHTCUI Electra Glide Ultra Classic F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FLHTCI Electra Glide Classic F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FLHT Electra Glide Standard 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FLHRSI Road King Custom F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FLHRS Road King Custom 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FLHRI Road King F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FLHRCI Road King Classic F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2006 Harley Davidson FLHR Road King 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FXSTSI Springer Softail F/I 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FXSTS Springer Softail 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FXSTI Softail Standard F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FXSTDI Softail Deuce F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FXSTD Softail Deuce 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FXSTBI Night Train F/I 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FXSTB Night Train 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FXST Softail Standard 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FXDXI Dyna Super Glide Sport F/I 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FXDWGI Dyna Wide Glide F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FXDWG Dyna Wide Glide 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FXDLI Dyna Low Rider F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FXDL Dyna Low Rider 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FXDI Dyna Super Glide F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FXDCI Dyna Super Glide Custom F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FXDC Dyna Super Glide Custom 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FXD Dyna Super Glide 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FLTRI Road Glide F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FLSTSCI Softail Springer Classic F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FLSTSC Softail Springer Classic 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FLSTNI Softail Deluxe F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FLSTN Softail Deluxe 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FLSTFI Fat Boy F/I 1432 - All
2005 Harley Davidson FLSTF Fat Boy 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FLSTCI Heritage Softail Classic F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FLSTC Heritage Softail Classic 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FLHTI Electra Glide Standard F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FLHTCUI Electra Glide Ultra Classic F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FLHTCI Electra Glide Classic F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FLHTC Electra Glide Classic 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FLHT Electra Glide Standard 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FLHRSI Road King Custom F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FLHRS Road King Custom 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FLHRI Road King F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FLHRCI Road King Classic F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2005 Harley Davidson FLHR Road King 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FXSTSI Springer Softail F/I 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FXSTS Springer Softail 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FXSTI Softail Standard F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FXSTDI Softail Deuce F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FXSTD Softail Deuce 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FXSTBI Night Train F/I 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FXSTB Night Train 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FXST Softail Standard 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FXDXI Dyna Super Glide Sport F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FXDX Dyna Super Glide Sport 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FXDWGI Dyna Wide Glide F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FXDWG Dyna Wide Glide 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FXDLI Dyna Low Rider F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FXDL Dyna Low Rider 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FXDI Dyna Super Glide F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FXD Dyna Super Glide 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FLTRI Road Glide F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FLSTFI Fat Boy F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FLSTF Fat Boy 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FLSTCI Heritage Softail Classic F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FLSTC Heritage Softail Classic 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FLHTI Electra Glide Standard F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FLHTCUI Electra Glide Ultra Classic F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FLHTCI Electra Glide Classic F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FLHTC Electra Glide Classic 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FLHT Electra Glide Standard 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FLHRSI Road King Custom F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FLHRS Road King Custom 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FLHRI Road King F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FLHRCI Road King Classic F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2004 Harley Davidson FLHR Road King 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FXSTSI Springer Softail F/I 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FXSTS Springer Softail 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FXSTI Softail Standard F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FXSTDI Softail Deuce F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FXSTD Softail Deuce 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FXSTBI Night Train F/I 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FXSTB Night Train 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FXST Softail Standard 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FXDXT Dyna Super Glide T-Sport 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FXDX Dyna Super Glide Sport 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FXDWG Dyna Wide Glide 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FXDL Dyna Low Rider 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FXD Dyna Super Glide 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FLTRI Road Glide F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FLSTSI Heritage Springer F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FLSTS Heritage Springer 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FLSTFI Fat Boy F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FLSTF Fat Boy 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FLSTCI Heritage Softail Classic F/I 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FLSTC Heritage Softail Classic 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FLHTI Electra Glide Standard F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FLHTCUI Electra Glide Ultra Classic F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FLHTCI Electra Glide Classic F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FLHTC Electra Glide Classic 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FLHT Electra Glide Standard 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FLHRI Road King F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FLHRCI Road King Classic F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2003 Harley Davidson FLHR Road King 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FXSTSI Springer Softail F/I 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FXSTS Springer Softail 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FXSTI Softail Standard F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FXSTDI Softail Deuce F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FXSTD Softail Deuce 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FXSTBI Night Train F/I 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FXSTB Night Train 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FXST Softail Standard 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FXDXT Dyna Super Glide T-Sport 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FXDX Dyna Super Glide Sport 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FXDWG Dyna Wide Glide 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FXDL Dyna Low Rider 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FXD Dyna Super Glide 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FLTRI Road Glide F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FLTR Road Glide 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FLSTSI Heritage Springer F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FLSTS Heritage Springer 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FLSTFI Fat Boy F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FLSTF Fat Boy 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FLSTCI Heritage Softail Classic F/I 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FLSTC Heritage Softail Classic 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FLHTCUI Electra Glide Ultra Classic F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FLHTCI Electra Glide Classic F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FLHTC Electra Glide Classic 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FLHT Electra Glide Standard 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FLHRCI Road King Classic F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2002 Harley Davidson FLHR Road King 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2001 Harley Davidson FXSTSI Springer Softail F/I 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2001 Harley Davidson FXSTS Springer Softail 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2001 Harley Davidson FXSTI Softail Standard F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2001 Harley Davidson FXSTDI Softail Deuce F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2001 Harley Davidson FXSTD Softail Deuce 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2001 Harley Davidson FXSTBI Night Train F/I 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2001 Harley Davidson FXSTB Night Train 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2001 Harley Davidson FXST Softail Standard 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2001 Harley Davidson FXDXT Dyna Super Glide T-Sport 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2001 Harley Davidson FXDX Dyna Super Glide Sport 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2001 Harley Davidson FXDWG3 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2001 Harley Davidson FXDWG Dyna Wide Glide 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2001 Harley Davidson FXDL Dyna Low Rider 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2001 Harley Davidson FXD Dyna Super Glide 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2001 Harley Davidson FLTR Road Glide 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2001 Harley Davidson FLSTSI Heritage Springer F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2001 Harley Davidson FLSTS Heritage Springer 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2001 Harley Davidson FLSTFI Fat Boy F/I 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2001 Harley Davidson FLSTF Fat Boy 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2001 Harley Davidson FLSTC Heritage Softail Classic 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2001 Harley Davidson FLHTC Electra Glide Classic 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2001 Harley Davidson FLHT Electra Glide Standard 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2001 Harley Davidson FLHR Road King 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2000 Harley Davidson FXSTS Springer Softail 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2000 Harley Davidson FXSTD Softail Deuce 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2000 Harley Davidson FXSTB Night Train 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2000 Harley Davidson FXST Softail Standard 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2000 Harley Davidson FXDX Dyna Super Glide Sport 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2000 Harley Davidson FXDWG2 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2000 Harley Davidson FXDWG Dyna Wide Glide 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2000 Harley Davidson FXDS Dyna Convertable 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2000 Harley Davidson FXDL Dyna Low Rider 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2000 Harley Davidson FXD Dyna Super Glide 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2000 Harley Davidson FLTR Road Glide 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2000 Harley Davidson FLSTS Heritage Springer 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2000 Harley Davidson FLSTF Fat Boy 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2000 Harley Davidson FLSTC Heritage Softail Classic 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2000 Harley Davidson FLHTC Electra Glide Classic 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2000 Harley Davidson FLHT Electra Glide Standard 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
2000 Harley Davidson FLHR Road King 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
1999 Harley Davidson FXDX Dyna Super Glide Sport 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
1999 Harley Davidson FXDWG Dyna Wide Glide 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
1999 Harley Davidson FXDS Dyna Convertable 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
1999 Harley Davidson FXDL Dyna Low Rider 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
1999 Harley Davidson FXD Dyna Super Glide 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
1999 Harley Davidson FLTR Road Glide 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
1999 Harley Davidson FLHTC Electra Glide Classic 1450 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
1999 Harley Davidson FLHT Electra Glide Standard 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter
1999 Harley Davidson FLHR Road King 1432 - 1-5/8 inch tall filter

Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

[News Link - Harley-Davidson Softail, Touring & Dyna Motorcycles Get Extra Power with K&N Assembly]

2012 Fiat 500 Owners Get Simple Add-on Performance with K&N Air Filter
Monday - December 5, 2011 6:06 PM

Replacement Air Filter for the 2012 Fiat 500 1.4L.
Replacement Air Filter for the 2012 Fiat 500 1.4L.
Fiat has been one of the staple sub-compact car companies in Europe for decades and for the 2012 model year, Fiat has made a bold return to the US market with the Fiat 500 with 1.4 liter engine.  This time Chrysler is backing their efforts. This iconic sub-compact offers classy Italian styling and excellent fuel efficiency, while still having a fairly peppy engine.
Restriction Chart for 33-2471 Air Filter
Restriction Chart for 33-2471 Air Filter


2012 Fiat 500 (with 1.4L engine) owners looking for better performance have received an answer to their wishes with K&N's 33-2471 air filter. The 33-2471 is washable and reusable and it is designed to increase horsepower.    The filter utilizes K&N's pleated oiled cotton gauze filter media for excellent airflow, filtration efficiency and high dirt capacity.  This filter is very easy to clean using a K&N 99-5000 or 99-5050 Recharger Kit but you won't need to worry about cleaning until up to 50,000 miles of use depending on driving conditions.  Like all K&N replacement air filters the 33-2471 is backed by K&N's industry leading Million Mile Limited Warranty.

Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

[News Link - 2012 Fiat 500 Owners Get Simple Add-on Performance with K&N Air Filter]

2011 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee 5.7L Owners Gain Estimated 17HP with K&N Intake
Wednesday - December 7, 2011 9:37 AM

K&N Air Intake Installed on a 2011 Durango 5.7L.
K&N Air Intake Installed on a 2011 Durango 5.7L.
Dyno Chart for the 63-1563 intake system.
Dyno Chart for the 63-1563 intake system.
K&N has introduced the 63-1563 AirCharger® air intake system for 2011 Dodge Durango models with 5.7 liter engines and 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee models with 5.7 liter engines. Owners of these highly sought after mid-sized SUVs now have an easy way to add horsepower, torque, and acceleration. K&N has made the installation process very simple by using existing factory mounting holes and easy to follow installation instructionsthat include numerous pictures.
K&N Air Intake System for 2011 5.7L Dodge Durangos and Jeep Grand Cherokees.
K&N Air Intake System for 2011 5.7L Dodge Durango models and Jeep Grand Cherokee Models.


The 63-1563 intake system is designed to add horsepower and it all starts with K&N's high flow air filter technology. By eliminating the factory air box, K&N's engineers created enough room in the engine bay to install a large, tapered, washable and reusable cone air filter, part number RF-1041. The air filter has a large surface area for higher airflow rates and it helps increase horsepower by minimizing restriction. Another benefit of a filter with more surface area is a longer service interval between cleanings. In fact, this filter can go up to 100,000 miles before cleaning is needed, depending on driving conditions. When it is time to clean the air filter, it can simply be done using K&N's 99-5000 or 99-5050 Recharger® Kits. These kits comes with both the cleaning solution and air filter oil.

Next, K&N improved the airflow pathway from the air filter to the throttle body with a precision-molded intake tube. By utilizing a high-density polyethylene material, K&N's engineers were able to maximize airflow while not requiring any modifications to the engine's factory programming. There are ports on either side of the intake tube to maintain the factory connections- one for the factory IAT sensor and one for the crankcase vent line.

What all this engineering comes down to is sheer horsepower with outstanding engine protetcion. K&N dynamometer tests show an estimated horsepower gain of 17 horsepower at 4944RPM and an estimated increased torque of 15.45 pound feet at 4400RPM. Additionally this intake comes with K&N's industry leading Million Mile Limited Warranty, so drivers can rest assured they're protected.

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[News Link - 2011 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee 5.7L Owners Gain Estimated 17HP with K&N Intake]

2010 and 2011 Toyota Tundra 4.6L Owners Gain an Estimated 13 HP with K&N Air Intake
Wednesday - December 7, 2011 9:54 AM

Toyota Tundra
Toyota Tundra
Dyno Chart for the 63-9035 intake system.
Dyno Chart for the 63-9035 intake system.
The full size pickup market is a never ending battle when it comes to styling, powerful engines, and fuel economy.  These characteristics determine which manufacture has the toughest, user friendly pickup. 2010 and 2011 Toyota Tundra models offer an ample amount of room concealed inside an aggressively styled exterior. Four engine options are available based on the designated packages offered. The latest engine to join the lineup is the 4.6 liter i-Force V8. It packs a punch with an estimated 310 horsepower; not to mention, it offers a not-too-shabby 15/20 estimated miles per gallon city/highway. Any truck lover can appreciate what Toyota has done here.
K&N Air Intake System for 2010 and 2011 Tundra 4.6L V8s.
K&N Air Intake System for 2010 and 2011 Tundra 4.6L V8s.


For those that want the most out of their 2010 or 2011 Tundra with a 4.6 liter engine, K&N offers an air intake system that will allow for increased horsepower and acceleration.  The system is an AirCharger® air intake system with part number 63-9035. The intake reduces restriction in the intake path by removing the restrictive factory air box, air filter and intake tubing and replaces them with K&N's smooth bore intake tube and a legendary K&N high flow air filter.

K&N dyno tests each and every intake system. The 63-9035 provided an estimated horsepower increase of 13 horsepower at 5517RPM, and an additional estimated 10.61 pound feet of torque to the wheels.

The K&N air filter provided in the kit is washable and reusable, and oversized for high flow rates and less restriction. It is made of a specially woven cotton media surrounded by a rigid wire mesh for structural integrity and durability. All of the components included in 63-9035 are so tough that K&N deems this intake worthy of their industry-leading Million Mile Limited Warranty.  It will provide 2010 and 2011 Toyota Tundra 4.6L owners power and performance for a lifetime. 

Part a href="http://www.knfilters.com/search/product.aspx?Prod=63-9035">63-9035 usually installs in 90 minutes or less using K&N's simple installation instructions and its air filter can be used for up to 100,000 miles before servicing is needed, depending on driving conditions.

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[News Link - 2010 and 2011 Toyota Tundra 4.6L Owners Gain an Estimated 13 HP with K&N Air Intake]

Select Volvo VN and VNL Series Diesel Trucks Get Reusable, Washable Air Filter Option
Wednesday - December 7, 2011 10:41 AM

Replacement air filter 38-2024S for select Heavy Duty Diesel applications
Replacement air filter 38-2024S for select Heavy Duty Diesel applications
K&N air filter 38-2024S is a heavy duty air filter made for a variety of diesel trucks.  It fits some of Volvo's North American Truck VN and VNL series rigs.  These trucks are built to be ultra aerodynamic for reduced gas costs, which has been a huge focus with the trucking industry.  Volvo has also focused on cost and ease of maintainability as a selling point.  That's where K&N's 38-2024S washable and reusable air filter can help owners even more.   K&N commercial grade heavy duty air filters have a 3 year or 300,000 Mile Limited Warranty.  This will save owners from buying paper air filters over and over just to throw them away.

Air filter number 38-2024S is an engineering marvel that is sure to impress even the most demanding drivers. This air filter features a radial seal that utilizes a rubber flange. This design seals the filter with precision to air inlet tubes that have an outside diameter of 7 7/8" inches. K&N's 38-2024S air filter has a top outside diameter of 12 3/4" inches and is constructed of a metal material protected by a highly durable black powder coat finish. In addition to a heavy duty finish the top features a handle that aids the installation and removal of the air filter for servicing. The air filters height of 16 5/16" inches is supported on both sides of the filtration media by a heavy duty wire screen.

One of the most fantastic features of this air filter is the filtration media. The media is comprised of a non-woven synthetic material that provides phenomenal filtration and engine protection, while at the same time giving heavy duty engines the air flow needed to do the job effectively and efficiently. The synthetic media is also directional. The S in part number 38-2024S stands for standard flow, this filter is designed for applications where air flows from the outside of the filter into the center of the filter, then through the mounting flange and into the engine.

This filter media is so durable that drivers can clean it with a pressure washer and dry it with compressed air on their lowest settings. Drivers will know when it is time to clean the filter by watching their air filter restriction gauge to see when it reaches 15" of water restriction, or by cleaning it once a year. To clean this air filter simply follow a few simple steps outlined in the heavy duty air filter cleaning instructions, utilizing K&N's Heavy Duty Filter Cleaner, part number 99-0638.

While this filter is known to fit some Volvo VN and VNL series diesel trucks, the best way to see if the 38-2024S air filter will fit your truck is to see if your old air filter is one of the air filters listed below, if it isn't use K&N's Cross Reference Search on KNFilters.com to find the correct heavy duty air filter.

BALDWIN RS3740
CARQUEST 88772
DONALDSON EAF5098
DONALDSON P540388
FLEETGUARD AF25435
FRAM CA8598
LUBER-FINER LAF5722
NAPA 6772
VOLVO 8076195
WIX 46772

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[News Link - Select Volvo VN and VNL Series Diesel Trucks Get Reusable, Washable Air Filter Option]

RACING NEWS


Jimmy DeFrank Captures 2011 NHRA Div 7 Super Stock Title Along With Las Vegas Victory
Thursday - December 1, 2011 7:45 AM

2011 NHRA LODRS Div 7 Super Stock Champion Jimmy DeFrank
2011 NHRA LODRS Div 7 Super Stock Champion Jimmy DeFrank
Some seasons, championships are won by pure domination and others by a driver or team's constant persistence throughout the year. The latter would be true for Jimmy DeFrank who was recently crowned as the 2011 NHRA LODRS Div 7 Super Stock Champion after what he refers to as somewhat of a struggle during the course of the year.
Jimmy DeFrank's NHRA Super Stock Chevy Cobalt
Jimmy DeFrank's NHRA Super Stock Chevy Cobalt


DeFrank, who hails from Chatsworth, California, notes that he wishes the 2010 Cobalt that he competes with in SS/BS had been set up all season, as they had it for the final division event in Las Vegas. "During the season we kept changing things and trying to make performance improvements," he pointed out. "And we were struggling to try to win rounds and win races. For the last race in Vegas, we put the car back to a set up that we are familiar with, which is also a set up that we have won a national championship with in 2009 and the very first race out, going back to that set-up we won the event. We really learned our lesson there and that taught us a lot."

Over the season, DeFrank had several Super Stock final round appearances on both the national and divisional scene including the WinterNationals, the SportsNationals event in Fontana and during the spring division event in Las Vegas - all runner-up finishes and he was looking to finish the job before the season came to a close.

He is certainly no stranger to the championship podium. DeFrank currently owns three NHRA National Championships and with his latest accomplishment in 2011, he has now acquired a total of nine championships on the divisional level. "We were just so excited to win the championship," he said. "When you start racing, you just don't think about that stuff. When we look back now and think, 'Wow, that makes our ninth', it is pretty amazing."

In addition to his Super Stock ride, Jimmy also very successfully wheels a 1969 Chevy Camaro in Stock. "We didn't race that car very much during 2011, since we were really focusing primarily on Super Stock," he admitted. "But for all the more than we had it out, we had some good races and final rounds in that car, too. Next year we are going to try to race both classes on a fulltime basis."

Every racer has their own way of approaching each event, or one may call it their style of racing. DeFrank is no different and where he qualifies on the ladder is very important to him, no matter if it's in his Stock or Super Stock Car. "We run the cars fairly conservative and that helps with their consistency," he explained. "We take the same approach with both cars and we kind of try to choose the best spot on the ladder that we can, although everyone is so good. Each year racers get better and it keeps getting tougher."

For DeFrank's final divisional event of the season, not only did he want to take care of the rounds he needed to seal the championship, but he was also looking to grab his first race win of the season and with time quickly running out, the pressure was on. "It was such a big race for us," he said. "Going into that race, we hadn't won a race all season. We had just been straggling and got off our game. Going into that race in Vegas, we were second in the divisional points, with a chance to win the division. During the summer, when things were just not going well for us, we never really thought we would have a shot at it."

Just like his entire season, even for this event things weren't going to be easy. "It rained during one of the qualifiers," he noted. "So we only had one qualifier pass for the event and needless to say, our nerves were up a little bit. We got by first round on Saturday night and all of the competitors that all had a shot at the championship, all lost first round. That was such a great break for us, because now all we had to do was win second round to close the divisional championship."

DeFrank would have to wait until Sunday morning for second round and when he made it past DeCarlo and won the championship, emotions were running high. "There was such a ease and a peace about that," he confessed. "To struggle like we did and then still win the championship, we were just so thankful and excited and after that, it just really took the pressure off."

He may have had the championship in his back pocket, but he didn't want to go out winless for the season and had some heavy hitters to get through if he wanted to make that happen. "Third round, we had one of the best racers and fellow K&N racer, Dan Fletcher," he reflected. "We were happy to get by Dan, who is so good. Anytime you can get by Dan, it's kinda like winning a race. So that kind of set the tone for the rest of the race."

Even though they were racing in the desert, it actually became too cold to continue and the race was held over until Monday. "When we came back in the morning, we kept the car set up exactly the same as we had had it for our run with Dan," said DeFrank. "One by one we went through the rounds and won the race. It was just all so big for us and such a relief to win that race and everything."

"Vegas was such a confidence booster, we didn't want the season to end," he continued. "We just wanted to keep going and go right into the WinterNationals. That win and that championship felt like such a big comeback for us after the way our summer months went."

Both DeFrank's Stock and Super Stock cars utilize K&N air and oil filters and in addition to protecting his power plants with K&N, DeFrank is also very pleased with the K&N scoop on his Super Stock Cobalt. "My dad has always had the belief that you must use the absolute best-best quality products available , because by doing so, you have much better reliability and chance to win rounds and races. K&N is the very best in any product that they sell and not only just the products, the company as a whole is just awesome. Using the highest quality products is such a big part of being successful, it really does help you win races." And for Jimmy DeFrank, not just races but many more championships.

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[News Link - Jimmy DeFrank Captures 2011 NHRA Div 7 Super Stock Title Along With Las Vegas Victory]

K&N's Jody Lang Caps Season with National Event Super Stock Wally & Stock Division Title
Thursday - December 1, 2011 8:13 AM

NHRA Super Stock Win for Jody Lang
NHRA Super Stock Win for Jody Lang
2011 panned out to be another very exciting year for K&N's Jody Lang, who over the course of the season put together an incredible six NHRA National Event victories that were evenly split between his Stock and Super Stock entries. The final win for the Puyallup, Washington resident came in Super Stock during the 47th annual Automobile Club of Southern California NHRA Finals in Pomona, California. Along the way, Lang also collected the 2011 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Division 6 Stock Championship to add to his ever growing list of accolades.
Jody Lang during the 47th annual Automobile Club of Southern California NHRA Finals
Jody Lang during the 47th annual Automobile Club of Southern California NHRA Finals


A pair of those NHRA National wins came at the same event when Lang doubled up in both his Stock category 1981 Malibu Wagon and in his Super Stock 1981 Malibu during the Seattle race. Although Lang had doubled up once before a few years prior in Las Vegas, he still revels in how big an accomplishment like that really is. "It's really crazy," he admitted. "I mean there are some races you don't go any rounds at all and to win both classes with that many people [friends and family] there is pretty incredible, actually to even think about."

Many racers who get the opportunity to go deep into rounds in two cars reflect how chaotic things become between rounds and Lang shares the sentiment. "When you have two cars going like that, it's kind of easy to get confused," he confessed. "Not as to which is which, but numbers and your dial-ins and stuff like that. You really have to take a moment and pay attention to putting the correct dial on the correct car."

While all the wins during 2011 were very important to Lang, it was the Seattle double that meant the most to him. "Seattle is my home track, so I have a lot more friends and family who attend or can attend that event than say a Pomona race," he explained. "So to be able to not only win one class, but both and share that experience with everyone was absolutely fantastic."

For the Pomona event, Lang was pleased at where he ended up on the qualifying ladder, especially in Super Stock. "I think a lot of times, where you end up and who you end up racing is very important," he said. "You know you are not going to make a perfect run, every run. I don't want to say it's destiny how you are qualified, but it's just how it works sometimes. You don't make a great run, but you are able to sneak by that round. Especially when you see ten other guys that round that would have been able to beat you that round, but you were the one that ended up winning. Like Alan Reinhart says, it's a right place, right time kind of a sport."

While he was ultimately happy with where he landed in qualifying, because he feels it put him on the right track to the win, he had been shooting for a particular spot and just wasn't able to make it happen. "Well I had been shooting for one of the quadrants, which I'm pretty sure, we had sixty-five cars and that means there is a single every round of the race," he said. "And my little quadrant didn't have one. So, not one bye to be had where I ended up, but obviously it worked out just fine for me not having a chance at any singles."

Where Lang didn't have any planned single runs for the Pomona event, he did get several lucky rounds when his competition went red. "There were three of the seven rounds where they went red," he said.

In addition to going rounds in his Super Stock entry, he was also doing well in early rounds of Stock. Sunday evening however, the situation got a little bit hairy. "I almost missed the round," he admitted of the third round of Stock Eliminator. "They said they were going to have a round of Super Gas in-between, but between all the traffic leaving and all the festivities for the pros, there wasn't enough time for Super Gas to get up there. So they call Stock and I'm up there running in the other class. I almost missed it and at least I was able to run it. I was within just a minute or two of missing out on the whole run, which would have been heartbreaking, even though I ended up just missing the tree with a .003 red."

With the early curfew at the Pomona facility, Lang would have to wait until Monday morning to finish the rounds in Super Stock. "I would have rather to have kept going and I think anybody who is still in like that would just want to keep going," he said. "I drive pretty good at night, but looking back I was actually getting pretty lucky there. So I guess the break helped me get my lights back to where they needed to be. That definitely helped me in the semi-final with my win over Jimmy DeFrank."

"I was a little tardy in the final, but I still wasn't late," he pointed out. "But, I guess I got away with that one because Abe [Loewen] left a little early there."

For the most part being the slower car and leaving first, Lang quickly saw his win light come on shortly after launching when Loewen turned it .008 red, and let her coast on across the stripe to take the final 2011 NHRA National Event Super Stock Victory and the special 60th Anniversary pewter Wally.

Both Lang's 1981 Malibu's did very well for him during the 2011 season and while he couldn't grab a win at Pomona in Stock, he had already secured his sixth division championship. His stellar season also included finishing number nine in the NHRA Super Stock national standings and a mere three points kept Lang from a national title in Stock, where he still landed at a very impressive number two in the country.

Lang's winning philosophy includes being very particular in his selection of the parts and products that he chooses to use on both of his championship Malibu cars. "It's all about consistency and reliability," he explained. "There are guys that buy used stuff and that might be OK for guys who run a couple of races a year, but if you really want to go up there and not worry about something breaking, you have got to start with the best you can get your hands on."

Some of those "best you can get your hands on" products for Lang come from K&N Engineering. "I absolutely love them," he expressed. "I started using the oil filters a few years ago and they are so easy to work with and take off. Same with the air filters, you don't have to worry about dust or small rocks getting into your motor, it just makes it really nice when you know you are protecting all the best parts you can get, with the best filters you can get and that's K&N."

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[News Link - K&N's Jody Lang Caps Season with National Event Super Stock Wally & Stock Division Title]

K&N's Chip Rumis Comes Out On Top In NHRA's Fastest Sportsman Door Car Class
Thursday - December 1, 2011 8:45 AM

2011 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Div 7 Top Sportsman Champion Chip Rumis
2011 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Div 7 Top Sportsman Champion Chip Rumis
The ever growing nationwide popularity of both the Top Sportsman and Top Dragster classes have converted many of today's best racers to join the fun of competing in the very quick qualified categories. Ramona, California's, Chip Rumis is fortunate enough to not only compete in both classes, but do very well in them. Thanks to two final rounds and numerous other round wins during the season, Rumis recently finished the season by being crowned the 2011 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Div 7 Top Sportsman Champion, as well as the highest point earner in Top Sportsman and number two in Top Dragster for a special program from K&N Engineering offered in Division 7, the K&N Top Qualifier Series.
Chip Rumis' Top Sportsman 2005 Jerry Bickel Chevy Cobalt
Chip Rumis' Top Sportsman 2005 Jerry Bickel Chevy Cobalt


While Rumis did very well in his 2011 Spitzer Top Dragster, grabbing a victory early in the season during the spring divisional event at Las Vegas where he nearly doubled up, also making it to the Top Sportsman final during the same race. It wouldn't be the only time he would visit the final at the Las Vegas facility. Rumis returned during the fall divisional event in his Top Sportsman entry and while he just missed the Wally, the Top Sportsman Championship was all his.

"Joe, my race partner called me and told me that I had led the Top Sportsman points [in division 7] all the way through the season," Rumis told with a smile. "I didn't really realize that, until he told me. I guess I kinda remember that, but I think I was like twenty-three or twenty-five points in front of the guy in second going into the last Vegas race. There were about four people who could have potentially caught me."

During the race, Rumis was not only trying to take care of business in his own rounds, but he was also paying very close attention to those other drivers that could take away his moment of glory. He got past LaFlam in round one and got a nice easy pass in round two when John Baker did not stage in time and was fouled out. But he would have to wait one more day, before he would learn his fate not only for the race, but for the championship when the race was called for the day as temperatures became too cold to continue any on-track activities.

When Monday and round three rolled around, Rumis took down Darryn O'Connor after putting together a much better reaction time and forcing O'Conner to take way too much stripe. At this point, he was now aware that three of his potential championship foes had been eliminated, only one remained and he would face him in the next round.

"I knew if I could take him [Richard Okerman] out, then the championship was mine," explained Rumis. "If he got by me, then he would have to go on to win the race to make it happen."

"The prize was the championship," he admitted. "As much as I love the K&N shootout and even winning the race itself, it was all immaterial compared to winning the championship. My frame of mind was that I was there to do business. I had worked very hard all year to get into this position and I just stayed focused."

Both drivers threw everything at each other but the kitchen sink, from killer reaction times to running dead-on their dial type numbers and when the dust settled at the stripe, the margin was a mere .0022 or seven inches. Chip Rumis has put together a .008 reaction time and a perfect 6.840 on his 6.84 dial and by doing so was the new NHRA Div 7 Top Sportsman Champion.

"It was pretty exciting not to have a bunch of blockers on my side of the fence and be able to take out the guy I needed to," he said. "That round was a pretty exciting one, it was very close. I was looking at him and back at the finish line. I kinda caught his light [driver winlight] and I didn't see it come on. I flipped back over to see if my light came on and you know, I'm throwing the parachute, running two-hundred and some miles-per-hour, trying to gather up the car. I don't see my light, I really just see a little flicker. So I get to the top [end] and I don't know who won."

"I kinda thought I won and I took my helmet off and walked up to shake his hand and he says congratulations to me," he continued. "At that point and time it was like wow, I really did it. Then getting the time slip and seeing the two-thou stripe. I have about thirty mile-per-hour on him and to see our numbers was just great, a run like that for the championship."

Rumis went on to make his second Top Sportsman divisional final of the season at Las Vegas in his 2005 Jerry Bickel Cobalt. "The rest of the day was kinda anticlimactic," he confessed. "The car spun a little in the final and I just wasn't going to be able to get there. But it was really OK, I won the championship."

"It was a very accomplished year," said Rumis, who runs both his cars with just the help of his wife, Jean. "I also finished number five in my Top Dragster. I am so blessed, I really couldn't ask for more."

With the Top Sportsman season finished, Rumis entered his car in a Comp Eliminator class for the NHRA National at Pomona, where he admits he had a lot of fun and has already been working with his engine builder, Steve Schmidt on a new combination to take on a few more Comp events in 2012.

"Winning this championship had a lot to do with all of the support that I have," he added. "K&N has just been awesome. Their scoops helped me pick up mile-per-hour and the new K&N scoop that I will be putting on for next year is expected to pick up even more and that's just huge to be able to pick up like that. I thank Schmidt for the fantastic motors and Jim Hughes on the tranny and converter combinations plus LAT Racing Oil in both my motors and transmissions. Of course, everything that I have is protected by K&N filters and I just wouldn't have it any other way. Nothing but the best if you hope to have a chance to win."

Congratulations to Chip Rumis on his very first NHRA Championship from K&N Engineering!

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[News Link - K&N's Chip Rumis Comes Out On Top In NHRA's Fastest Sportsman Door Car Class]

Elite Racing Lives Up to Their Name with a Second Consecutive Championship Season
Friday - December 2, 2011 10:39 AM

Elite Racing's #14 racecar.
Elite Racing's #14 racecar.
There are many difficult challenges in the everyday life of a successful race car driver. The ultimate challenge is figuring out how to win. Guys like Jason Meyers and the Elite Racing Team have managed to complete this challenge two years in a row with back to back World of Outlaw Championships. For Meyers, "The major challenge is always the fierce competition within the World of Outlaws. We are racing against some of the most talented and dedicated athletes in the world, and staying front of them is no easy task." With over 400 racers that ran their cars in 2011, competition can be quite fierce.

Consistency was the name of the game for the Elite race team. The 2011 season started off slow, but as the summer began to heat up, so did Meyers. During the month of July he managed to finish Top Five 11 times out of 14 races.

They managed to stay strong through the season and finish the year with 9 event wins, 41 Top Five finishes, and 56 Top Ten finishes. These numbers were proof that Meyers and his race team were determined to win another championship. "It seemed like we just couldn't breathe life into the season in the beginning, but we never gave up and we kept fighting the battle every day until we turned it around and ultimately we overcame our challenges and captured a second championship."
Driver Jason Meyers hoisting a 1st place trophy in Victory Lane.
Driver Jason Meyers hoisting a 1st place trophy in Victory Lane.


Some would question where the Elite race team gets their motivation and Meyers claims, "Motivation comes from within someone; it is that burning desire inside your soul that just makes you want to be better every day." To give an idea of what "comes from within" Jason Meyers, K&N got a chance to ask him some quick questions last week.

Do you have a specific routine before every race?
I am pretty regimented in what I do before every race. There is nothing superstitious or anything like that, but I go through a series of events that I feel prepares me mentally and physically to perform at my highest level before every race. This includes everything from reading through notes to what I eat prior to a race.

What kind of preparations do you need to go through to ensure a championship next year?
We have sat down and analyzed the last two seasons and find where we really shined and where we really struggled. We have identified those areas and are building systems to expand our strong points and better our weaknesses so that we will be an even better team in 2012. We know very well that just being as good as we were in 2011 will not be good enough, we have to be better.
My family is very involved in our race team. We have a really neat family atmosphere that is great to be around.
My family is very involved in our race team. We have a really neat family atmosphere that is great to be around.


What kind of role does family play at the race track?
My family is very involved in our race team. My wife does everything from running our vending trailer to dealing with me and the storm that I create with the numerous tasks that I take on day to day. Oh and did I mention that she does all of this while raising two beautiful girls? She is incredible. All of our team members' spouses are involved and around the team quite often. We have a really neat family atmosphere that is great to be around.

Is Charolette Motor Speedway a track favorite?
We have had a lot of success over the past few seasons at Charlotte and that just naturally makes it a favorite. The events in Charlotte are some of the diamonds of the schedule, and it is really something to race in front of those kinds of crowds.

Would you say K&N products give you an edge over the competition on the track?
We choose our parts that we utilize very carefully and accept nothing less than the best when it comes to performance. Our K&N products have been a part of our program for over 15 years now and I wouldn't use anything else, unless there was something better that is, and there just isn't anything better than K&N products.

Make sure to keep an eye out for the Elite Race Team during the 2012 World of Outlaws race season as they go for a third consecutive championship.

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[News Link - Elite Racing Lives Up to Their Name with a Second Consecutive Championship Season]

ATRacing Dominates ProBaja Southern Baja Off Road Series
Friday - December 2, 2011 10:45 AM

The ATR Racing Crew
The ATR Racing Crew
One look at the ATRacing website and it is instantly apparent, Andrea Tomba and his crew have figured out desert racing. 2011 might have been the most successful season yet for the team that dominates the ProBaja Southern Baja Off Road Championship series every year.
The ATRacing Team Driving Through the Silt
The ATRacing Team Driving Through the Silt


Tomba drove his Ford F-150 and Ford Explorer to his third straight ProBaja Class 8 Open Championship, collecting 3 wins and 2 seconds in the six-event season. Teamates Randy Sanders and Chad Faulkner competed in just four of the six races due to work constraints, yet placed 4th in the final ProBaja Class 6 points standings, collecting 2 wins and 1 second place finish. Finally a pair of rookies, Rory King and Daniel Hernandez drove their Ford Ranger 4x4 to 9th place in the 28 truck ProBaja Class 7 Open Championship.

"ProBaja has proved that it offers the best attended races, both for the number and quality of participants, as well as spectators," Tomba said. "(Three championships in a row) feels absolutely incredible, and somewhat tough to believe, because it really was like a movie finish."

After completing a perfect 2009 season (6 wins in 6 races) and winning 5 races with 1 runner-up in 2010, Tomba had to battle through adversity to complete the three-peat.
The ATRacing Team Vehicles
The ATRacing Team Vehicles


Tomba raced out to an early lead in the points standings, but a DNF brought on by a transmission failure caused Tomba to fall back. Entering the final race of 2011, Tomba needed to win and points leader Ricky Betancourt had to finish at least fifth. Betancourt was caught in a turn 1 accident that caused a flat tire, relegating him to an unlikely 8th place finish, while Tomba raced out to the early lead and dominated the event.

"It makes it that much sweeter, and I really can't think of a better way to show our appreciation for all the great work the crew and team did the entire season."

This season, the ProBaja Southern Baja Off Road Championship say more than 440 teams enter an event. The series runs four desert style Baja races, and two Short Course events, putting more emphasis on driver technique and versatility. More than 100,000 fans attended each of the four desert Baja races.

Tomba and his team are already working on their race lineup for 2012. The ATRacing stable is working to eliminate the mechanical bugs that hindered King and Hernandez's season while also preparing for a run at Class 8 championship number four. But when asked whether or not the offseason can end quick enough, Tomba offered a candid response.

"Funny, I think I have to answer yes and no! On one hand, we can't wait for the new season to start, to see what the competition is going to bring out, and it always adds a little extra pressure when you're the one everyone wants to beat.

"On the other hand, 2012 was the first year that we ran three trucks, and these months 'off' before the season starts again are definitely welcomed, as we need to step back a little and draw up all the plans for next season.

"And it's even more exciting when you consider the 45th SCORE Baja 1000 will finish in our home territory, so we are already looking at opportunities to either race one of our trucks, or drive for someone looking for a driver with plenty of Southern Baja pre-running and racing experience."

Tomba offered high praise for K&N and it's full line of products and their ability to hold up even in tough desert conditions.

"We have been working with K&N Racing for over a decade. It really feels like a marriage. K&N have shown us that they are always striving to improve their products or find us new products to combat the number one enemy in off road racing, dust!

"It is an honor for us to have the opportunity to run and test these products, which have always proven to be unbeatable. Some things never change, and the incredible level of service and attention that K&N have always shown us, going out of their way to make things happen, has always remained the same. For us, K&N is like family and are in integral part of ATRacing, and I couldn't imagine racing without them or their products. I am most grateful for their support and friendship."

For more information on Andrea Tomba and his ATRacing team, visit www.atoffroad.com.

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[News Link - ATRacing Dominates ProBaja Southern Baja Off Road Series]

Curt Michael Wins United Racing Company's Sprint Car Championship for the Seventh Time
Friday - December 2, 2011 1:35 PM

Curt Michael clinched to United Racing Company's Sprint Car championship for the seventh time in eight years.
Curt Michael clinched to United Racing Company's Sprint Car championship for the seventh time in eight years.
With the 2011 360 Sprint Car season wrapped up in the northeast, Curt Michael and his team finally have time to sit down and breathe. That's because for the seventh time in eight years, Michael clinched to United Racing Company's Sprint Car championship. Michael and his team, the only team to ever win five championships in a row (2004-2008), dealt with their most difficult season yet, overcoming mechanical gremlins to rally late in the season and capture his unprecedented eighth URC championship.
Curt Michael and his team won five championships in a row from 2004 to 2008.
Curt Michael and his team won five championships in a row from 2004 to 2008.


"As a team we did a great job rallying through those (mechanical) problems and still won the championship," Michael told K&N News. "Overall we had a good season, not as good as some of my other championships, but in the end it worked out."

Michael credited his brother Sean and Bill Gallagher for providing him with top-quality equipment. But the team had a scare at a race in Bridgeport, New Jersey when while running in second place, the motor broke. From that point on the team had to play catch-up, but a strong end to the season sealed the deal.

2011 will go down in the record books as the final URC season for Michael and his team. After over a decade of URC competition, they will look to run a wider variety of races, including a jump into the bigger 410 c.i. powered sprints.

"We are setting some new goals for next season and aren't going to run for a points title. We as a team just want to do something different."

The team is already hard at work preparing for 2012. Michael said that with the holiday's taking time away from the shop, there really is no offseason anymore. Racing begins in February at Lincoln Speedway, and the team is also planning on more races at the famed Williams Grove Speedway.

Curt and the team thanked K&N for their years of support.

"K&N has great products that have helped us win so many championships. When we take our motors in to be rebuilt at Riders Racing Engines, they always say we have the cleanest motors thanks to our great K&N Carbon Fiber Air Box and the K&N Air Filter Oil we use."

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[News Link - Curt Michael Wins United Racing Company's Sprint Car Championship for the Seventh Time]

Stronghold Motorsports Led by Jeremy McGrath Claim 3 LOORRS Podiums in Vegas
Friday - December 2, 2011 1:42 PM

For McGrath the definitive poster-boy of Supercross, getting his first Pro 2 win of 2011 was particularly sweet.
For McGrath the definitive poster-boy of Supercross, getting his first Pro 2 win of 2011 was particularly sweet.
Whatever degree of chill the cool desert air cast upon fans braving rounds 13 and 14 of the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, the heated action on the track quickly dispelled. Stronghold Motorsports led by seven-time Supercross champion, Jeremy McGrath's wire-to-wire Pro 2 win, highlighted the weekend of racing for the team, which included three podiums when the final checkered waved. K&N News spoke with Stronghold Motorsports Managing Partner, Scott Bailey to get his take on how things went and how 2011 is unfolding for the team overall.
Jeremy McGrath is getting familiar with the LOORRS tracks and his new truck, and he proved it by winning flag-to-flag in round 13 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Jeremy McGrath is getting familiar with the LOORRS tracks and his new truck, and he proved it by winning flag-to-flag in round 13 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.


You covered every tier of the podium, what was the overall team consensus after the weekend, and how are you currently positioned for championship points with only one points earning round remaining?
"We have had some successes in the Pro 2 category including Rob Naughton and Jeremy taking first and second place on the podium in two separate rounds. Between them, we have captured a total of 10 podiums in 14 Rounds; four of those being wins. In short course racing, there is a great deal of contact on the racetrack, and that can take its toll on challenging for the championship. The racing is a 20-lap off road slugfest and even when you do your best to stay out of trouble, sometimes, it finds you. Right now, Jeremy and Rob are sitting in fourth and fifth place in a very deep field. Cameron Steele has been very impressive in his first season behind the wheel of the ProLite and he is sitting in third in the points chase. With one more points earning round left in the championship, we are headed to Firebird Raceway looking for a solid finish."
Stronghold Motorsports' Brandon Bailey will be racing his Pro Buggy in the upcoming Lucas Oil Challenge Cup at Firebird Raceway.
Stronghold Motorsports' Brandon Bailey will be racing his Pro Buggy in the upcoming Lucas Oil Challenge Cup at Firebird Raceway.


Jeremy got his first win in a big way, what's his take on winning in such a convincing manner, and is it safe to assume he's got his truck dialed in?
"We were in a great position to start on the pole with the No. 2 and Jeremy capitalized on that by running a flawless race from flag-to-flag. He shot off like a rocket and never looked back. It was a great race and a wonderful victory for the entire team. He has said that he likes the Vegas track and has always been fast there. He put it all together for that race. At the beginning of the season, Dave Clark, Jimmy Davidson and the crew built a brand new truck in house for Jeremy with a Roush power plant. Of course, it has taken some time for him to get comfortable in the truck, while at the same time Jeremy was seeing some of these tracks for the first time. But throughout the season, both he and Rob have been among the frontrunners, and we've had some great results."
K&N sponsored Rob Naughton has three wins and five total podiums for 2011 so far.
K&N sponsored Rob Naughton has three wins and five total podiums for 2011 so far.
Rob Naughton proves that LOORRS racers are indeed ironmen.
Rob Naughton proves that LOORRS racers are indeed ironmen.


Rob Naughton had another strong showing, what's his perspective on round 14?
"In just his second season, Rob has entrenched himself among the elite in the Pro 2 class. He has driven some very strong races and has developed into a very clean driver. When he's in his zone, he hits his marks, and is very consistent. He came out with a win early in the season and he has since backed that up with two more wins and five trips to the podium. He continues to develop as a driver and his second place in Round 14 is a reflection of the hard work put in by both Rob and his crew chief, Nick Griner."
With a very impressive first season racing Pro Lites Cameron Steele currently holds third place for series points.
With a very impressive first season racing Pro Lites Cameron Steele currently holds third place for series points.


How is the team's confidence with the momentum they've gathered heading into Firebird Raceway?
"We are looking forward to an exciting weekend at Firebird to end the season strong. Along with the last round of racing, we're going to be contending for the Lucas Oil Challenge Cup. Rob and Jeremy will be going up against the Pro 2 (2wd 900HP) and Pro4 ( 4wd 900 HP) field, while Brandon Bailey (Pro Buggy) and Cameron Steele (Pro Lites) will be squaring off with the Pro Lites and Pro Buggy classes on the same track. Stronghold Motorsports has done very well in these winner take all cup races in the past and we believe that we will have a strong showing in December."

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[News Link - Stronghold Motorsports Led by Jeremy McGrath Claim 3 LOORRS Podiums in Vegas]

Peter Biondo Earns Super Stock Victory In Round Seven of NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series
Friday - December 2, 2011 1:54 PM

2011 NHRA National Championship Peter Biondo
2011 NHRA National Championship Peter Biondo
Peter Biondo recently experienced a great day of drag racing at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, at Las Vega Nevada. Biondo and his Pontiac Firebird had led in the Super Stock class throughout practically the entire season, but the driver didn't have the luxury of entering the NHRA competition in front of the pack, as fellow drag racer, Jackie Alley had recently taken over the lead. In fact, as the season's end neared, there was no way that Biondo could reestablish the first place position in the NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series during the 2011 season.
Peter Biondo and his 2000 Pontiac Firebird led the Super Stock class most of the entire season.
Peter Biondo and his 2000 Pontiac Firebird led the Super Stock class most of the entire season.


A recent drop in the standings didn't seem to deter the driver's determination to win in round seven though, as he walked away the victor at this particular event. Lining up in his 2000 Pontiac Firebird, powered by a 428 true Pontiac engine, Biondo raced with confidence on his side. "I felt very confident based on how I was driving and how the car was performing," recalled the driver. "Also, I was racing against Jackie Alley, who had just passed me in the national standings, so I had a strong inner determination to win."

Anyone following drag racing knows that it is a sport in which the winner is often determined by mere fractions of a second. In turn, there are many variables that must be considered by the driver and his or her team. Referring to the Las Vegas motor Speedway, Peter Biondo explained, "I really enjoy racing in Vegas. It is easy to 'dial in' there, because the humidity stays low." When asked the key to his success at this particular event, he suggested that discipline and focus were both key elements, and making the correct decisions at the finish line was essential.

As one might suspect, after leading in the national standings for a majority of the 2011 season, and eventually losing it to Alley, the fact that he was victorious over her during round seven made the win even a little sweeter. "Yes it did," recalled Biondo. "I felt a little down and out after losing the lead that I had worked so hard all year for. The victory help lift me back up for sure. I cannot pass Jackie.. She has it locked up. I am hoping to hang on to the Super Gas lead, and I need to try and get on the same side of the ladder as my competitor, Mike Sawyer, to keep my destiny in my hands."

Biondo is acutely aware that his success throughout the remainder of 2011 will depend a great deal upon his ability to focus and experience his best driving and limit his mistakes when the pressure is on. When asked the key to success throughout the remainder of 2011 and into the 2012 season, the driver said, "Keep doing what I know how to do, and keep driving errors to a minimum. It's not always who drives the best; it's who goes through seven rounds without making any driving errors, and who makes the better decisions."

Peter Biondo is also quick to say that the support of his team is of importance. "My grandmother told me when I was eight years old, "Who you surround yourself with is who you are". I am fortunate to have great people around me starting with my girlfriend, Emily, to my partners, Anthony and Phillip and family."

Biondo is also a strong believer of properly maintaining his race cars. In fact, for the past ten years, the driver has depended on K&N products to keep his engines contaminant-free and well-lubed. "I use the K&N air filter, air scoop in the Super Gas car, oil filters and racing glue." When asked if K&N products have played a role in his success, he explained, "Yes. Their air filter and scoop clean the air flow, which makes the car faster and more dialable and predictable. The oil filter without the nut on it makes for easy and quick oil changes between rounds."

As the 2011 season nears its end, Peter Biondo will soon begin preparing for the upcoming year. "I will sit down and take each part of my program and see what weaknesses I have and what needs improvement, from the car, to the people I am involved with, to my driving." Referring to what he enjoys most about the sport, Biondo continued, "I enjoy the competitiveness, and the numbers and logic that are involved behind the scenes."

Referring to his sponsors and fans, in closing, Peter Biondo continued, "Thanks for all of the support and for rooting me on all year. Hopefully, by the time you read this, I will be wearing a 2011 National Championship ring!"

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[News Link - Peter Biondo Earns Super Stock Victory In Round Seven of NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series]

Team Faith Wins Second Grand National Cross Country UTV Lites Championship
Tuesday - December 6, 2011 10:57 AM

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The championship winning Yamaha Rhino has been retired by Team Faith, as they will be racing in the Premier Open Class for 2012.
"For us, winning a championship in anything is awesome! It gives us an opportunity to share the message of Jesus Christ with others and it helps put our sponsors in the spotlight as well, which in-turn helps fuel our race program," remarked Team Faith owner Brian O'Rourke. Since 1994, Team Faith has functioned as a non-profit multi-faceted Outreach Ministry, impacting people who are enthusiastic about Action Sports.
Team Faith's Chuck Lemaster and co-pilot Brian O'Rourke locked up their second GNCC UTV Lites Championship in round five of six at St. Clairesville, Ohio race.
Team Faith's Chuck Lemaster and co-pilot Brian O'Rourke locked up their second GNCC UTV Lites Championship in round five of six at St. Clairesville, Ohio race.


Team Faith's Chuck Lemaster along with co-pilot O'Rourke were crowned the Can-Am Grand National Cross Country UTV Lites Champions last week. The team's third place finish in the round five event at St. Clairesville, Ohio, was enough to secure their second UTV Championship.

Founded in 1979, the GNCC series continues to be considered America's premier off-road racing series. Cross-country racing is arguably one of the most physically demanding of all motorsports, and the grueling three-hour GNCC races support that claim. This year alone, some events have featured as many as 1,500 riders, navigating through tracks ranging in length from eight to 12 miles, with varied terrain, including hills, woods, mud, dirt, rocks and motocross sections. It has been said that GNCC events are tests of both survival and speed.

After locking up the 2011GNCC title O'Rourke told K&N News, "We have officially retired our Yamaha Rhino and have not raced it since we won the Championship. Instead our efforts have been focused on our current National Arenacross team with Kelly Smith and Kevin Johnson." It appears the second UTV Lites title will be the last for the championship winning Rhino as O'Rourke has put it up for sale.

"All year long at each event, I know we were looking ahead and dreaming a little about trying to race in the Premier Open Class in 2012," said O'Rourke. "That's where the machines really perform. Besides the economic issues, I think that is why the attendance in our class was a little low as well. Everyone wants to race the premier class to see just how good they really are. So, although a second Lites title is great, we think it's time we compete in the open class."

"Driving-wise, I believe Chuck Lemaster is completely competent and more than ready to race in the open class! Like I said earlier, all this season we've both been drooling over what the open machines can do out on the track. The big challenge is the cost," adds O'Rourke. "We are working on a deal that we hope will get us the machine we need to compete, and if sponsors like FLY Racing, K&N and Trinity Racing help us build our race package, there's really no reason that we couldn't transfer the last three seasons of experience racing Lites UTV's on the GNCC series into a winning open class program as well."

"Chuck Lemaster and I want to say thank you to K&N for all your support! We appreciate you guys working so hard to find solutions to our performance needs. Congratulations to you as well for another UTV Lites Championship. We look forward to continuing to grow this race program into hopefully a Premier Open Class contender."

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[News Link - Team Faith Wins Second Grand National Cross Country UTV Lites Championship]

Dan Neve's 2010 Mustang Shelby GT500 leads Fall Cruise for a Cause in Wisconsin Dells
Tuesday - December 6, 2011 11:05 AM

The 2010 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 and Neve have been leading the Fall Cruise for a Cause in the Dells for the past two years.
The 2010 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 and Neve have been leading the Fall Cruise for a Causein the Dells for the past two years.
Cars deliver us, they race and co-star in movies to entertain us. We customize them, use them to make statements regarding who we are. They create jobs and adolescent memories, and in a pinch they'll shelter us. But some are called upon to serve an even higher purpose still, like drawing attention to a cause that leads to a cure. Dan Neve and his 2010 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 have answered that calling.
Neve contacted Fords Warriors in Pink program to get permission to use their logo and support has been growing ever since.
Neve contacted Fords Warriors in Pink program to get permission to use their logo and support has been growing ever since.


"In January of 2010, when my wife and I received the call that she had breast cancer, I felt like I needed to do more than be the guy holding her hand," explained Neve. "My mother was diagnosed late in 2009, so now with two women in my life afflicted with this disease, I had to help."

During the week Neve is the Operations Manager for Staab Construction Corporation, weekends and vacations though he becomes a road-warrior in his Shelby GT, raising attention and money to help find a cure for breast cancer. "For the past two years I have used my vacation and most of my weekends getting to car events and in front of people with the car," Neve told K&N News. I work in the construction industry and of course summer is car show season, so at times it seems like I have two fulltime jobs. The car is never on a trailer because that kind of defeats the point of using it to get attention. Whether at a gas station in my hometown, or away traveling to Tulsa, Oklahoma, for the Mid America Ford Nationals, people will come over and talk and say thanks."
Neve and the women that motivate him.
Neve and the women that motivate him.


As a member of the Wisconsin SVTOA (Special Vehicle Team Owners Association), Neve decided to create a joint event with the Twin Cities chapter of Minnesota in Wisconsin Dells. "That was eight years ago and I have been organizing the event ever since," he says. "But when I started my efforts in this fight I changed the name to Fall Cruise for a Cause in the Dells. The last two years we have been fortunate to have some prominent guest speakers. Last year we had John Clor (Ford Performance) and retired Green Bay Packer, Leroy Butler. This year we were honored with Kenny Brown at the event. The weekend consists of a Friday night get-together, a Saturday morning 60 to 70 mile cruise through the scenic back roads. Then there's an afternoon miniature golf tournament with an evening banquet, with the guest speakers, along with prizes and awards. Each year it has grown and hopefully that it continues."
In just two years of part-time traveling Neve has already raised nearly $24,000 for the Susan G Komen charity.
In just two years of part-time traveling Neve has already raised nearly $24,000 for the Susan G Komen charity.


At first the Shelby drew enough attention on its own, but Neve says he also wanted to grab the attention of those people that weren't car enthusiasts by adding pink. So he contacted Fords Warriors in Pink program to get permission to use their logo. Neve explains, "I knew that I would take the car to shows and events, so I began to contact businesses for their support in this fight and for financial donations, and then I added their logo to the car and it of course it turned pink. With pink added to the car my first big event was the 2010 SVT Superfest at Virgina International Raceway. With the support of SVTOA and Ford we offered charity rides on track with Ford drivers and all donations went to the Susan G Komen charity."

Neve and his car have covered over 20,000 miles in the first two years on their mission to fight and save as many lives as possible. "When Ford announced that they would like me to display the car at the 2010 SEMA I jumped at the chance. That is when vendors like K&N offered to support the car in product. K&N has also provided gift certificates for those buying raffle tickets as possible prizes to win. All the money raised with the sale of the raffle tickets was donated and it made a huge difference. Car enthusiasts are a special group of people and care for others a lot."
Raffling prizes is another means for Neve to raise money for his cause.
Raffling prizes is another means for Neve to raise money for his cause.


Neve has raised nearly $24,000 and he estimates that hundreds of thousands of have seen his pink trimmed, logo adorned Shelby.

"Having those who have been personally impacted by not only breast cancer, but many other forms of cancer, come up to me and shake my hand and give me a hug for doing what I'm doing is incredible," adds Neve. "I tell people that I grew up knowing someone with polio, and today I don't know of one person with that disease and my dream is for my grandson to say the same thing about cancer when he grows up. What a great day that will be! Now that we have just finished year two of the Cruise for a Cause, and now with the addition of my mother-in-law as the newest women in my family to be diagnosed, this ride is not over and will go on as long as I can make a difference for others and find support."

Neve says he's looking forward to more road trips and making an even greater impact in 2012. "I want to make a difference and travel is not cheap and all the money I raise is donated. So with the cost of fuel, tires, maintenance and food and lodging, well it all adds up. I'm hoping by getting the word out other companies will jump on board so this journey can continue."


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Video - K&N Booth overview from the 2011 SEMA Show
Monday - November 28, 2011 9:35 AM

K&N Booth overview from the 2011 SEMA Show
Take a tour of the K&N booth at the 2011 SEMA show featuring Vaughn Gittin Jr's RTR-X 1969 Ford Mustang which is featured in the new Need for Speed game "The Run" and a 3000 horsepower turbocharged Pro Mod Mercedes. Also featured are two custom motorcycles built by Roland Sands.

K&N Booth overview from the 2011 SEMA Show
K&N Booth overview from the 2011 SEMA Show

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Ryan Fellman Displays His 2009 K&N Polaris RZR-S at the 2011 SEMA Show
Wednesday - November 30, 2011 10:04 AM

2009 Polaris Ranger RZR-s at SEMA
2009 Polaris Ranger RZR-s at SEMA
The world of off-road vehicles has rapidly changed over the last decade. More and more, desert goers have begun to rely on side-by-side vehicles to accommodate family fun into one vehicle. The Polaris Ranger RZR is a perfect example of a side-by-side vehicle that has seen an explosion in popularity in recent years. And this year, K&N sponsored an RZR that turned everyone's heads at the annual SEMA show in Las Vegas.
Ryan Fellman's SEMA Show K&N Polaris Ranger RZR-s
Ryan Fellman's SEMA Show K&N Polaris Ranger RZR-s


Ryan Fellman began working on this 2009 Polaris Ranger RZR-s just a month before the SEMA show in November, but his attention to detail made it a must-see piece in the central hall. His inspiration for the modified RZR came from the endless supply of stock RZR's found in the desert.

"The RZR is a great machine out of the box," said the 10-year veteran of vehicle upgrading. "The power and handling are amazing for a stock side-by-side, so I decided to improve the styling. Whenever I go to the desert I see at least ten other RZR's, so I decided to make one that screamed K&N."

Mission Accomplished, Ryan. The RZR on display at SEMA featured an edgy, modern graphics scheme, with K&N emblazoned down both sides and across the front. Fellman worked with Rebel Signs and their racing department to develop the RZR's wrap. He stripped the vehicles stock cage and graphics, and Rebel Racing helped with the new cage as well.
2011 SEMA event featured Ryan Fellman's 2009 Polaris Ranger RZR-s
2011 SEMA event featured Ryan Fellman's 2009 Polaris Ranger RZR-s


"The stock cage is a little goofy looking if you ask me, so the new cage drastically improved the look of the RZR," Fellman added.

Fellman's favorite part of building the RZR was the custom fabrication of the cage, and the buzz around the vehicle at SEMA proved the time devoted to this Polaris was worth it.

New sides to allow for greater decal coverage was the next addition, and from there Fellman simply added matching wheels and tires, seats, and painted the cage. "Everything worked out great in the end and I really like how it turned out."

Fellman's choice of K&N products for the modified RZR was, according to him, an easy choice. "K&N products have so many different benefits on any application, why wouldn't you use them?"

"I've been using K&N since I bought my first Chevy Half-Ton in 1989, and their products are fantastic."

Keep an eye out for Ryan Fellman and his 2009 K&N Polaris RZR-s, coming to a desert near you soon!

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[News Link - Ryan Fellman Displays His 2009 K&N Polaris RZR-S at the 2011 SEMA Show]

Finding the Right K&N Air Filter, Performance Air Intake or Oil Filter for Your Vehicle
Wednesday - November 30, 2011 1:50 PM

Use your mobile device to find the correct K&N performance product to fit your vehicle.
Use your mobile device to find the correct K&N performance product to fit your vehicle.
K&N Engineering offers hundreds of premium air filters, complete intake systems and oil filter products for thousands of vehicles. Searching for the right one, is a breeze using K&N's website www.knfilters.com.
The K&N website makes it easy to find what you are looking for.
The K&N website makes it easy to find what you are looking for.


K&N offers multiple ways to search for the parts that you want for your car, truck, motorcycle or ATV; all listed in this new reference video showing the quickest way to find the best parts for your vehicles Finding the Correct K&N Part.

In this video, K&N shows you how a quick application search of your vehicle's year, make, and model can give you a listing of all available K&N parts for your car. Another simple method is to search by your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number). This number is located on a few visible places on your car or truck so that you can easily search for the filters, oil filters and intake systems that K&N has engineered specifically to fit your mode of transportation.

K&N also offers a number of universal air filters designed to fit almost any custom assembly or application. These filters can all be seen by logging on to http://www.knfilters.com/universal/universal.htm.

K&N covers many of the parts available for your vehicle with an industry leading 1,000,000 mile warranty making them a perfect gift for the motor enthusiast in your family or group of friends.

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PRODUCT NEWS


Video - New Products from K&N at the 2011 SEMA Show
Monday - November 28, 2011 9:35 AM

New Products from K&N at the 2011 SEMA Show
K&N Vice President Tim Martin discusses the new products that K&N has on display at the 2011 SEMA show including air filters, air intake systems, and oil filters. K&N pioneered the washable reusable air filter in 1969 and is proud to be the leader in the performance air filter industry.

New Products from K&N at the 2011 SEMA Show
New Products from K&N at the 2011 SEMA Show

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Video - Finding the Correct K&N Air Filter, Oil Filter or Air Intake for Your Vehicle
Monday - November 28, 2011 9:39 AM

Finding the Correct K&N Air Filter, Oil Filter or Air Intake for Your Vehicle
Do you want to buy a K&N product for your vehicle but you're not sure what part to buy? This video shows you the different ways to use the K&N website on a computer or mobile device and find the correct parts for your vehicle.

Finding the Correct K&N Air Filter, Oil Filter or Air Intake for Your Vehicle
Finding the Correct K&N Air Filter, Oil Filter or Air Intake for Your Vehicle

Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

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2011 and 2012 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 and ZX1000 Get Performance K&N Air Filter Option
Tuesday - November 29, 2011 9:18 AM

Replacement Air Filter for 2010 and 2011 Ninja 1000 and Z1000
Replacement Air Filter for 2010 and 2011 Ninja 1000 and Z1000

Kawasaki divides its motorcycles into two different categories- sport bikes and super-sport bikes.  The 2011 and 2012 Ninja 1000 and Z1000 are at the top of their class when it comes to Kawasaki sport bike models. Very similar to the Ninja 1000 is Kawasaki’s fellow sport model, the Z1000. The Z1000 is street fighter version of the Ninja 1000. With the same engine and frame. There are only minor tweaks that separate these bikes in their functionally, but major changes when it comes to style.
Restriction Chart for KA-1111 Air Filter
Restriction Chart for KA-1111 Air Filter


In 2011 Kawasaki put a lot of energy into their line of liter bikes, which included the Ninja 1000 and Z1000. These bikes have an aggressive yet appealing style and performance, but retain an ease of use, as the sport bike line was designed. The handle bars are raised for better control when managing the 1,043 cubic centimeters of tuned power. To optimize that power, Kawasaki has worked to perfect its cool air intake system. They integrated the air intake into ducts in the faring, allowing for increased flow with speed that creates a sonic difference that riders can hear and appreciate. What better way to optimize this technology than with a K&N KA-1111 performance air filter?

The KA-1111 will fit 2011 and 2012 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 and Z1000 models and will last for the life of the bike. Performance air filter part KA-1111 is backed by K&N’s industry leading Million Mile Limited Warranty. It is easy to clean and reuse. One of the biggest benefits of the K&N air filter is the air filter technology. It is designed to increase horsepower and torque while it provides great air-flow over the stock filter with excellent filtration efficiency.

These high-performance sport bikes need to breathe clean air and lots of it and K&N’s KA-1111 air filter will fulfill all of those needs.

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2011 and 2012 Kia Rio and Hyundai Accent Models Get K&N Performance Air Filter
Wednesday - November 30, 2011 7:31 AM

Replacement Air Filter for Select 2011 and 2012 Kias
Replacement Air Filter for Select 2011 and 2012 Kia models
For select 2011 and 2012 Kia owners looking to get more performance out of their engine, K&N has the answer with a new washable and reusable cotton gauze air filter. Designed to increase horsepower and acceleration, the 33-2472 air filter is less restrictive than a paper filter while providing excellent filtration and engine protection. The 33-2472is precision engineered and manufactured in the U.S.A. and is a direct replacement for the OE paper air filter.
Restriction Chart for 33-2472 Air Filter
Restriction Chart for 33-2472 Air Filter


K&N OE replacement air filters boast a Million Mile Limited Warranty which means they are the last air filter you will need to buy. They can go for up to 50,000 miles before servicing is needed depending on driving conditions.  No longer will you need to buy paper air filters over and over just to throw them away after a limited use.  K&N air filters are simple to install and easy to service with K&N's 99-5000 or 99-5050 Recharger Kits, available at any major parts store.

2011 and 2012 Kia owners can now add performance while reducing waste with the 33-2472 K&N performance air filter.  See the list below for model details.

The 33-2472 will fit the following vehicles:

2012 Kia Rio 1.6L L4
2012 Kia Rio 1.4L L4
2012 Kia Rio 1.4L L4 Diesel
2012 Kia Rio 1.1L L4 Diesel
2012 Hyundai Veloster 1.6L L4
2012 Hyundai Accent 1.6L L4
2011 Kia Rio 1.6L L4 - Non-US, from 8/11
2011 Kia Rio 1.4L L4 - from 8/11
2011 Kia Rio 1.4L L4 Diesel
2011 Kia Rio 1.1L L4 Diesel
2011 Hyundai Veloster 1.6L L4

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RACING NEWS


Video - Vaughn Gittin Jr. from the 2011 Formula Drift World Finals
Monday - November 28, 2011 9:36 AM

Vaughn Gittin Jr. from the 2011 Formula Drift World Finals
Vaughn Gittin Jr. gives a season re-cap at the Title Fight at Irwindale Speedway for the 2011 Formula D World Finals. Vaughn and his Monster Energy Ford Mustang rely on K&N filters to make their engine survive through the season.

Vaughn Gittin Jr. from the 2011 Formula Drift World Finals
Vaughn Gittin Jr. from the 2011 Formula Drift World Finals

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Video - Ryan Tureck from the 2011 Formula Drift World Finals
Monday - November 28, 2011 9:37 AM

Ryan Tureck from the 2011 Formula Drift World Finals
Ryan Tureck gives a 2011 Formula Drift season review and talks about the benefits of running a K&N filter on his 2010 Chevy Camaro SS.

Ryan Tureck from the 2011 Formula Drift World Finals
Ryan Tureck from the 2011 Formula Drift World Finals

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Chris Ferguson Wins 27th Annual Stick Elliott Memorial at Cherokee Speedway
Wednesday - November 30, 2011 11:01 AM

Ferguson jumped into the lead at the outset of the 40-lap race with an aggressive maneuver which gave him the lead and ultimately the commanding victory. Photo Credit: Glensphoto.com
Ferguson jumped into the lead at the outset of the 40-lap race with an aggressive maneuver which gave him the lead and ultimately the commanding victory. Photo Credit: Glensphoto.com
Mt. Holly, North Carolina's Chris Ferguson recently had an exceptionally full day at the office. The K&N sponsored Late Model driver competed in four different racing events in three different cars. In hindsight it appears the first three races were in essence a way of warming up for the big race of the day. The big race being the 27th Annual Stick Elliott Memorial at Cherokee Speedway, which Ferguson flat-out dominated. He was second quickest in qualifying and then led flag-to-flag to pick up the $4000 Ultimate Series-sanctioned win.
The K&N sponsored driver said that 27th Annual Stick Elliott Memorial was high up on his list of races to win. Photo Credit: Glensphoto.com
The K&N sponsored driver said that 27th Annual Stick Elliott Memorial was high up on his list of races to win. Photo Credit: Glensphoto.com


"It feels great to get this win under our belt," Ferguson told K&N News. "This race has been going on for 27 years, and to add my name to it means a lot, considering the past winners accomplishments. This is a race that was on my list. I have always wanted to be able to put a check mark next to it. I grew up watching my heroes run in this race and to add my name to such an impressive list of past winners is just amazing. We worked really hard getting our car good this week and it paid off when we finished over a straight away ahead of second place."

Ferguson began his day by competing in a U.S. Legends Modified race at East Lincoln Speedway in Stanley, North Carolina. In his first ever stint behind the wheel of a fender-less machine Ferguson finished third behind the current East Lincoln champion. Ferguson was however unable to complete in the second race of that event due to suspension damage. "That was a lot of fun. Those cars are really fast and have a completely different feel than anything I have ever driven. I've never driven a U.S. Legends Modified before so that was the biggest challenge. I had a great time though and hope to drive one again someday," commented Ferguson.
Ferguson holds a slim two point lead headed into the season finale Blue-Gray 100 at Cherokee in late November. Photo Credit: Glensphoto.com
Ferguson holds a slim two point lead headed into the season finale Blue-Gray 100 at Cherokee in late November. Photo Credit: Glensphoto.com


Next Ferguson piloted the Mike Mercer owned GM Performance Late Model at Cherokee. After qualifying in fourth position in the preliminary action, Ferguson moved up one spot to finish third in only his second appearance in the Chicken Hauler Barry Wright machine. "I appreciate Mike offering me a chance to run his crate car. He has really nice equipment and is great to work with. It had been a while since we ran a crate car but it came back to me. It's a little different than driving the super car for sure," Ferguson added.
The entire Chris Ferguson Motorsports crew was on hand to celebrate his big win. Photo Credit: Glensphoto.com
The entire Chris Ferguson Motorsports crew was on hand to celebrate his big win. Photo Credit: Glensphoto.com


When asked if he felt that racing three other events leading up to the Stick Elliott Memorial in a sense gave him an advantage, Ferguson remarked, "I think overall getting out and back into a different car every time I went out did make me a better driver. I was able to get more track time, along with getting used to adjusting to something different every time."

With his victory in the Stick Elliott Memorial Ferguson now holds a slim two point margin in the Ultimate Series point standings heading into the late November series end to the 2011 season at Cherokee. "We are excited about going back to Cherokee Speedway after our win," said Ferguson. "The Blue-Gray 100 is the season finale in our Super Late Model, and it pays $10,000 to win, along with $15,000 for the point's championship. We know this track really well and it would be awesome to end the season on a high note."

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Roland Sands Design and Tony Hawk Craft Custom 2011 Triumph Scrambler for Charity
Wednesday - November 30, 2011 12:05 PM

The exclusive Hawkized Triumph featured a host of RSD upgrades to boost the performance and give the machine a unique aesthetic, worthy of the Hawk brand.
The exclusive Hawkized Triumph featured a host of RSD upgrades to boost the performance and give the machine a unique aesthetic, worthy of the Hawk brand.
Some have a need for speed, while others have a call for artistic expression; Roland Sands proves they needn't be mutually exclusive. Sands took his love for two wheel speed to the top ranks of the professional level for a decade, claiming multiple track records in both the U.S. and Europe, as well as the 1998 AMA 250 Grand Prix Championship. After 32 broken bones, Sands made the decision to trade in his leathers for paper, pencil and a computer.
The 8th Annual Tony Hawk: DaGeDar Presents Stand Up For Skateparks benefit hosted by the Tony Hawk, generated a total of $755,000 for the Tony Hawk Foundation.
The 8th Annual Tony Hawk: DaGeDar Presents Stand Up For Skateparks benefit hosted by the Tony Hawk, generated a total of $755,000 for the Tony Hawk Foundation.


In a mere six years Roland Sands Design (RSD) has positioned himself as a leader in the distinctive design of motorcycles, motorcycle parts and apparel. Sands' roots in design and racing have proven to be the ideal combination for creating functional, aggressive, well-rounded and aesthetically pleasing designs and custom bikes. "We build what we like and we hope you like it as well," remarks Sands.

To date the RSD fleet of custom motorcycles has been featured in over 450 magazine articles world-wide and over 100 magazine covers. Sand attends and is a huge draw at most major American motorcycle rallies and events year round, as well as multiple International shows. However, what separates Sands further from other customizers is not just his inimitable vision; it's his willingness to use his powers for good, as a means to give back. "We've worked with many charities in recent years," says Sands, "and we have generated over 300K for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation, 60K for the Tony Hawk Foundation, 40K for Kids and Chrome, and we have many other charity projects currently in the works."
Tony Hawk and friends, including Shaun White, wowed the Beverly Hills crowd with high-flying aero displays.
Tony Hawk and friends, including Shaun White, wowed the Beverly Hills crowd with high-flying aero displays.


Recently Sands and Tony Hawk joined forces once again to create a one-of-a-kind custom motorcycle to be auctioned off at the 8th Annual Tony Hawk: DaGeDar Presents Stand Up For Skateparks benefit hosted by the Tony Hawk Foundation in Beverly Hills. Hawk and other top skaters and BMX athletes, including Shaun White, Mat Hoffman, Bucky Lasek, Mitchie Brusco, and Lincoln Ueda performed a Vert Demo on Hawk's personal ramp. The bike auctioned off for $32,500 while the entire benefit raised $755,000 for the Tony Hawk Foundation's mission to build free public skateparks in low-income areas. Triumph provided a modern day version of their legendary 2011 Scrambler 900 for the build, RSD then re-worked and upgraded the classically designed motorcycle, giving it a unique aesthetic worthy of both the Hawk and Sands brand.

"I've always been a skateboarder and a fan of the sport so when a mutual friend connected us (Tony Hawk) it was a natural progression from talking about helping to actually doing it," Sands told K&N News. "The Hawk foundation is a great example of how people can directly help their local communities by providing recreation for under privileged youth. It seems the government routinely fails at doing this and the Hawk Foundation has had great success, so it's been an amazing project with great benefits."

The foundation's goals are to aid low income communities in building skate parks where they normally would not be funded or built. "Skate parks are often overlooked as recreation," adds Sands, "but today there are more kids interested in skating than ever before. These parks give young people a safe place to have fun and exercise with their friends and build confidence."

Sands explains that Hawk relied almost entirely on his vision to create the Hawkized Triumph, adding "Tony didn't get too heavy into the building. He tends to stick to four wheels bolted to a wooden plank most of the time. We worked back and forth on the design and paint though, and he made the final design call. He really liked the last one we did together, the red Thruxton."

How did the connection between the Hawkized Triumph and K&N come about? "At RSD we use K&N filters on all our bikes, so it was an easy pairing with the Hawk Triumphs," said Sands. "Bikes need air and nobody delivers it more efficiently than K&N."

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Justin Henderson Wins Season Finale at Williams Grove Speedway in the 410 Sprint Class
Wednesday - November 30, 2011 1:11 PM

Going into the season fimale at Williams Grove Speedway, Justin Henderson had confidence on his side.
Going into the season fimale at Williams Grove Speedway, Justin Henderson had confidence on his side.
Sprint car driver, Justin Henderson and his crew recently pulled into Williams Grove Speedway, at Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania with anticipation of an exciting and successful night of racing in the 410 class. Racing in the feature-only event, Henderson lined up in the fourth spot in a twenty-four car field. "We had a lot of confidence going into the race," recalled the driver.
Justin Henderson recently earned his second victory in the Sorokack #35 car at Williams Grove Speedway.
Justin Henderson recently earned his second victory in the Sorokack #35 car at Williams Grove Speedway.


"We had been running well the past few races at the Grove, including a fourth place finish with the "World of Outlaws" recently at the National Open. I knew it would be a tough race, starting behind Brian Leppo and Daryn Pittman," he continued. "We had a car that could maneuver in lap traffic. Even in dirty air, I had full control of it and could race the entire track."

As Leppo took the lead at the waving of the green flag in the 25-lap event, Henderson went to work early, muscling his way into to a heated battle with Pittman for the second place position. Once taking the spot, Henderson, then set his sights on Leppo, the only driver standing in the way of a victory at the season finale.

By the sixth lap, Justin Henderson had managed to catch, and took the first place position from Leppo in the fourth turn. As the drivers continued to go toe-to-toe, they eventually encountered lapped traffic. Using the slower cars to his advantage, Henderson was able to gain a substantial lead.
Justin Henderson poses with his mascot after winning a the Season Finale at the Williams Grove Speedway at Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania.
Justin Henderson poses with his mascot after winning a the Season Finale at the Williams Grove Speedway at Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania.


Upon a lap twenty caution, the driver lost his twelve-length edge, but had no intentions of finishing the race with anything less than a victory. That said, following the restart, Justin quickly pulled away from the field, earning his second checkered flag in his Sorokach # 35 car with Daryn Pittman finishing second and Steve Buckwalter, Fred Rahmer and Greg Hodnett trailing.

"The key to victory was all of the hard work the crew did," explained Justin Henderson. "The car was so good, and I could run anywhere on the race track and gain speed. In the victory lane interview, I told the crowd I could drive that car all the way to Indy and back. It was that good, and a joy to drive. On the late race restart, I just ran my line, and they told me afterward that I won by over one-half a straightaway."

When asked the key to success throughout the remainder of this season and into 2012, Henderson said, "Just to take advantage of the momentum that we have going for us. We need to qualify well. I have had some good runs at Charlotte when I was a regular with the outlaws a few years ago. The key to a good 2012 season will just build upon what we have started here," he continued. "To keep our momentum going and cut down on the DNF's we fought this year. We are a small team, but everyone gets along well, and we all have the same goals, which make it even more fun when we do well."

Although as the driver, Henderson stands in the limelight while at the podium, he is eager to credit his team as a huge component of his success. "Racing is a team sport," explained Justin. "Without all of the hard work of the crew on the car during the week and during race night, I couldn't have the success on the track. Some people just don't know how much work goes into a race car during the days we're not at the track, and we have a bunch of great guys who help out on the car."

Acutely aware that maintenance is essential, the driver said, "In order to finish first, you must first finish. Nothing will take you out of a race quicker than an ill prepared car. After a race we do full maintenance on the car and engine. We use KN filters on all of our motors to keep them clean and running strong. We also use the filter oil to keep our filters oiled up to prevent dust and dirt from getting into our engines. I have been using their products since I started racing over fifteen years ago, and my father used them in his race cars as well. We need to get air into the 900 horsepower engine, and KN helps us keep all of our motors running to their full potential."

When asked what he enjoyed most about racing, Justin Henderson said, "I love the competition. There is nothing better than racing with the best in the world in your sport and running well. I also love being able to meet new fans. I remember growing up around the race track, and how great it was to meet my favorite drivers as a kid."

Referring to his supporters, Henderson continued," I can't thank the sponsors enough. If not for them, we wouldn't be able to race the way we do. Every name on the car helps make sure we keep it on the track, and they are just as much a part of the race team as I am. Fans are the key to keeping the sport of racing alive," he continued. "Without them, I'd just be out driving in a circle. I welcome anyone to stop by if they get a chance to attend a race where the Sorokach Motorsports #35 is racing and say hello. I will always have time to chat with you."

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K&N Congratulates 2011 NHRA Super Gas National Champion Peter Biondo
Wednesday - November 30, 2011 1:18 PM

Peter Biondo First NHRA Super Gas Championship Win
Peter Biondo First NHRA Super Gas Championship Win
In a season that dreams are made of, K&N's Peter Biondo secured his sixth NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series National Championship during the very first round Super Gas during the 47th annual Automobile Club of Southern California NHRA Finals. The championship in Super Gas was a first for the veteran racer who only began competing in the class in late 2010, after he tested the waters and won a NHRA National Event in only his second outing.
Peter Biondo at the 47th annual Automobile Club of Southern California NHRA Finals
Peter Biondo at the 47th annual Automobile Club of Southern California NHRA Finals


Better known to the racing community as a very successful Stock and Super Stock competitor, Biondo made the commitment to a full season behind the wheel of good friend Anthony Bertozzi's 1963 Corvette Roadster in Super Gas after starting his 2011 season in Florida right where he had left off, producing outstanding results. After putting together three victories, between his Super Stock and Super Gas entries, during just his first two events of the year, Biondo now had a different outlook on the season ahead. Whatever plans he may have had about chasing a possible championship or not, were certainly put into a completely different perspective after grabbing an early and large point lead. It was now a go.

Biondo went on to have a very impressive season in both Super Gas and Super Stock, winning two nationals and divisionals in his Super Stock car and four divisionals and one national coming into the final event of the season, the NHRA Finals in Pomona, California.

Prior to the season ending event, Biondo competed in the NHRA National event in Las Vegas with the hopes of hanging on to the possibility of claiming not one, but two national titles. "Vegas certainly had its ups and downs," said the newly minted Super Gas Champ. "I watched fellow Super Stock competitor, Jackie Alley go round after round and go right around me [in points]. Then about an hour after that, I ran Jackie in the final and beat her. So within about an hour, I had a national [Super Stock] trophy yanked from me and yanked back a National event trophy."

Biondo has raced out west in previous seasons, but it is not the norm for him. With the shot at two national titles, it was his single most important reason for making the trek and to try and keep the hopes alive.

While he had been watching Alley come on strong during the late part of the season in Super Stock, he also was keeping tabs on fellow Super Gas racer, Mike Sawyer. "I think between both Vegas races he probably went about nine or ten rounds. That, of course, pit him in contention and he was on a roll. So it was a matter of Mike Sawyer not going a bunch of rounds and getting to the final round again [at Pomona]."

With already five championships to his name, Biondo confesses that there were many ups and downs during the final few races of the season, with not only his shot at double championships, but also the hopes that his brother and fellow K&N racer, Sal Biondo was going to secure the title in Comp Eliminator. "I have to admit that I couldn't sleep some nights," he said. "You just try to deal with the stuff that's in your hands and as hard as it is, you try to worry as little as you can about the stuff that's not in your hands. You just take each day, each decision and try make them the best you can and I mean that for everything you do both on and off the race track."

But try as you may, it's still not as easy as one may think to take rounds into your own hands and pair up with a particular competitor, but Peter Biondo managed to get it done. "I didn't blatantly sit in his pit area of anything, but I saw him go by," he explained of his first round Super Gas match up with Sawyer. "I knew he takes right lane, so I went into the left [in the staging lanes], since I wanted to keep fate in my own hands. I actually missed him by one car, but ironically enough [laughs], his father got pulled for the bye run and because of that, it paired us up."

"Had I not been able to pair up with him, it wasn't the end of the world," he continued. "I was OK with it and we were going to let things play out and then all of a sudden they called out from the tower car number so-in-so has the bye run, [laughs] so I guess that part of it was just meant to be."

In what would become a championship deciding round for Biondo, he quickly went to work with his magic at both ends of the track and quashing any hope for Sawyer by coming out on the better side of a double breakout and therefore clinching the 2011 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Super Gas title in grand style.

For those that may not be aware, there are special driver's win lights at the far end of each race track near or on the top of the wall. During this particular moment and this round, Biondo notes the win light in his lane caught his eye a little more than usual. "I'm not even kidding, it really seemed like it was super-super bright," he admitted. "That came on, and maybe they are a little brighter at Pomona, I don't know. It was like five o'clock and the sun was going down, so maybe that helped."

"When I had to sit at home and watch him [Sawyer] just run through the field and win light after win light, it was a pretty hopeless feeling to have," he pointed out. "You know, just sitting at a work desk and watching him on the internet in Vegas [division race] go rounds. So to turn on that win light and have it be the deciding factor was very-very special."

With the 2011 Championship now in his back pocket, Biondo didn't let it get in the way of the next six rounds that lay ahead of him. Even though the last few rounds of the event had to be held over until the following morning, he went on to put more like gigantic explanation point, rather than a just a little ol' period, on his season. Biondo ended his season the way he started it by adding yet another win and grabbed the final Super Gas National Event victory of 2011 went he prevailed over Dana Keniry, thanks to a nice starting line advantage.

The memories that Biondo took away with him from this year's Pomona event differ from night to day to those from 2010. "What a difference a year makes," he noted. "One year and a day ago from winning this year, I was flipped over upside down and on fire in a Comp car during first round. It was just horrifying. So just a one-hundred eight degree circle from last year."

The newly crowned champion looks to start 2012 right where he left off and his current plans are to make the first few races of the season out west and again, compete in both Super Stock and Super Gas. "We'll see how I do and how we feel after those first few races and take it all from there," he explained. "As hard as it would be to put the Super Gas car away, I do miss my Stock car. At some point next year, I do want to get that out."

In addition to being a multi-time championship racer, Biondo is also becoming quite the race promoter with his good friend and fellow racer, Kyle Seipel. For the third year they have announced that their K&N Spring Fling 20's will be held at Bristol Dragway in Bristol, Tennessee and the date for the 2012 four day event has been slated for May 17-20.

K&N is not only a major part of Biondo's annual event, he also considers them be a major part of his on track success over the years, as well. "It only takes one weak link and your whole season could crumble," he explained of the importance of the parts used on all of the cars he races. "Just like a good friend of my, Dan Fletcher says, ‘You're only as good as your equipment.' I envy him in the way he has the best equipment out there and I try to have the maintenance and the good parts like he does. I know how important it is, so I don't spare any expense as far as parts go. I want to give myself the best chance possible chance at winning. Obviously, K&N is a very big part of that equation, along with Goodyear, VP and many other companies I deal with throughout the year."

In addition to the Super Gas National title, Biondo also finished as the NHRA Div 1 Super Gas champion, finished a very strong second in the country in Super Stock as well as an extremely respectable third in his tough home division.

"I am so very grateful to everyone at K&N, for all they do for sportsman drag racing in general," he continued. "The quality in each and every one of their products is absolutely unsurpassed and as I mentioned, you cannot have one weak link and expect to win rounds, races or let alone championships. Install K&N oil filters, air filters or any one of their products and the job they do speaks for itself."

From everyone at K&N Engineering, congratulations to Peter Biondo on your 2011 NHRA Super Gas National Championship!

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K&N's Mike Edwards Grabs Final Pro Stock Pole of 2011 at NHRA Finals in Pomona
Wednesday - November 30, 2011 1:33 PM

Mike Edwards grabs his third number one qualifier in a row
Mike Edwards grabs his third number one qualifier in a row
Mike Edwards wrapped up the regular season by adding his third number one qualifier in a row during the 47th annual Automobile Club of Southern California NHRA Finals at Pomona, California. With the accomplishment, he and his Penhall/K&N Pontiac tightened the points between the top three drivers to only ninety-five, in the 2012 K&N Horsepower Challenge.
Mike Edwards during the 47th annual Automobile Club of Southern California NHRA Finals at Pomona
Mike Edwards during the 47th annual Automobile Club of Southern California NHRA Finals at Pomona


During the very first qualifying session and the only scheduled Pro Stock run on Thursday, Edwards, who had both qualified number one and won the previous event at Las Vegas, continued to show that he and his team were on to something when he thundered down the historic southern California track to the tune of a 6.520. The run also reset the track Pro Stock E.T. record and set the bar fairly high for the rest of the field. Greg Anderson landed in the provisional number two spot but with his very respectful 6.537, he would need to find a ton if he hoped to pass Edwards.

Edwards was quite pleased with his first hit at the track and even though he left the other teams well in his rearview mirror, he pointed out he thought he had more as track conditions were in his opinion the best he had seen in years. "I think I can go quicker," he said. "The whole class will go faster."

When Friday rolled along, weather conditions were similar to Thursday's session, although the adjusted altitude was over three-hundred feet to the worse and the numbers on the boards showed it. This time around it would be Greg Anderson who would post the quickest pass of the pack, [6.543] but still miles off from Edwards fifty-two. Edwards, now making a pass in the opposite lane from last session, fell off his pace a full four-hundredths of a second by only covering the quarter mile in 6.560.

Other than a few moves for several teams, the order of the field changed very little and Edwards noted that he wasn't surprised, because "conditions changed a lot. Conditions got considerably worse."

For Saturday's final two scheduled sessions, Mother Nature draped the facility with very cool and very moist air and while the first part of that equation is great for the naturally aspirated power plants that make up Pro Stock, the ladder is not so friendly and the teams did all they could to combat the much higher water grains.

Session number one of the day also had track temps nearly twenty degrees cooler than the day before. So teams weren't only making engine adjustments, they needed to be concerned with how they would get that power successfully, and safety, down to the track. Most teams did not improve and many were lucky to hang with anywhere near their numbers from previous sessions. Edwards slowed once more and this time it would be Rodger Brogdon with the quickest of the session with his 6.552.

After a rain delay or two, and yet another threatening to drop rain from the sky at any moment, the final Pro Stock qualifying session of the 2011 season was able to be completed in just the nick of time. With a track temp now below seventy degrees and even more water grains, due to the impending weather coming into the area, this session of Pro Stock was certainly not the prettiest of the weekend, as all the factors being thrown at the teams made it fairly tough.

Most teams were well off their pace from earlier in the event and nowhere near Edwards' opening session 6.520, which would remain the quickest of the weekend's qualifying and keep Edwards on the pole for Sunday. It would be his third number one in a row.

"We're hoping to finish up strong," Edwards said shortly following the final session. "We haven't run good at the last few races and we stumbled this weekend. We never really hit on anything today."

While Edwards may not have been able to win the event, his recent successes catapulted him to the number two spot in the 2011 NHRA Pro Stock Championship year-end standings, the second highest finish of his career. In regards to the 2012 K&N Horsepower Challenge, Edwards' great run of number ones as of late, has helped him shorten the distance between his number three spot and current leader, Jason Line down to ninety-five points.

The K&N Horsepower Challenge chase is well into the second half of the 2012 qualifying season with eleven events remaining for teams to grab one of the elite seven spots by earning as many qualifying points at each event as they can. Again for 2012, the eighth and final position will be awarded to the team who earns the highest amount of fan votes.

The eight teams will square off for the biggest single payday in all of NHRA Pro Stock and the $50,000 championship check from K&N Engineering during the Summit Racing Equipment Nationals in Norwalk, Ohio in July 2012.

Find K&N products for your vehicle using the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

Dec
1
2011

$50.00 Winch Rebate just in time for Christmas!

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Smittybilt X20 Winch
Smittybilt X20 Winch
 
  • Submersion under extreme pressure for complete protection
  • Marine-grade stainless steel hardware and control handle
  • Finished in maximum-quality, automotive-grade powdercoat
  • 5.5-hp, series-wound motor - one of the largest in its class!
  • Fast performance: up to 40' per minute of line speed
  • Rubberized remote control with built-in locating magnet
  • Series-Wound Amphibious Technology (SWAT)

Offer good only at participating Smittybilt dealers. Void where prohibited, taxed, or otherwise restricted. Limit: one (1) rebate per household while supplies last. This rebate offer may not be combined with any other discount, offer, or rebate.

Purchase must be made Dec. 1-31, 2011.


Nov
16
2011

Smitty Bilt Body Cladding for JK

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Smittybilt Body Cladding for Jeep Wrangler JK
 
FEATURES:
  • Manufactured from 1/8" cold-rolled steel
  • Engineered to fit and follow body contour to exacting specifications
  • Complete lower quarter panel protection when used with XRC Rock Sliders
  • Engineered to work with OE and aftermarket flares as well as the XRC body armor
  • 304 marine-grade stainless steel button head hardware
  • Two stage textured matte black finish powdercoat finish - 5-year limited warranty
  • Smittybilt Advantage Warranty - limited lifetime warranty
PART # DESCRIPTION APPLICATION
76886   XRC Body Cladding - Black Textured   Jeep, 07-12 Wrangler (JK) - 2 Door
76887   XRC Body Cladding - Black Textured   Jeep, 07-12 Wrangler (JK) - 4 Door
 
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Nov
16
2011

Colorado/Canyon 2inch level and lift

Chevy Colorado/GMC Canyon 2'' Leveling & Lift Kits

PRESS RELEASE #37

Fits:
(2004-2010) Chevy Colorado 4WD Trucks
(2004-2010) GMC Canyon 4WD Trucks

2'' Leveling Kit #C1214– $99.95
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2'' Front and Rear Lift Kit #C1224– $149.95
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Coldwater, MI–November 14, 2011 – Zone Offroad is releasing new suspension options for the 2004-2010 Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon trucks. Offered as both a 2" leveling kit and complete 2" front/rear lift kit, these kits are an affordable way to allow for larger tires and improve off-road capabilities.

The 2" leveling kit includes a pair of torsion bar keys and front shock spacers designed, engineered, and manufactured right here in the USA. All keys are 100% resonant frequency tested to ensure a solid casting before being CNC machined to verify proper fitment. Front shock spacers are designed to not only compensate for the added lift, but help gain wheel travel by allowing the suspension to fully droop to the factory frame limiter.

For those looking to raise the entire vehicle 2", Zone also offers a complete lift kit that combines the front torsion bar keys and shock spacers with a pair of rear add-a-leafs, u-bolts and center pins. The rear add-a-leaf provides the proper amount of lift and helps reduce unwanted axle wrap compared to block style kits. Optional hydro or nitro shocks are available to take the kit to the next level.

Both kits include easy-to-follow instructions and can be completed within a couple hours allowing for up to 31’’ tires.Quick Specs

Skill Level: 1 of 5
Installation Time: 2-3 hrs
Max Tire size: 31 x 10.50
Wheels: stock
Backspacing: stock

2" Leveling Kit for the
04-10 Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon
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Complete 2" Lift Kit for the
04-10 Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon
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2010 GMC Canyon w/ 2" Lift Kit
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Nov
16
2011

Hummer H3/H3t 2 inch Level kit

Hummer H3/H3T 2'' Leveling Kit

PRESS RELEASE #38

Fits: (2005-2010) Hummer H3 4WD (2005-2010) Hummer H3T 4WD

2'' Leveling Kit #C1214B– $99.95 view kit online

Coldwater, MI–November 14, 2011 – For the Hummer H3 and H3T drivers out there Zone Offroad now offers a suspension option to clear up to 35'' tires and improve offroad capabilities.

The 2" leveling kit includes a pair of torsion bar keys and front shock spacers built to provide a level stance and improve ground clearance. All keys are American made and are 100% resonant frequency tested to ensure a solid casting before being CNC machined to ensure the proper amount of lift for your H3 or H3T. Front shock spacers are designed to not only compensate for the added lift, but help gain wheel travel by allowing the suspension to fully droop to the factory frame limiter. Easy-to-follow instructions allow for a quick install allowing for up to 35" tires. Quick Specs

Skill Level: 1 of 5
Installation Time: 2 hrs
Max Tire size: 35 x 10.50
Wheels: stock
Backspacing: stock

2" Leveling Kit for the 2005-2010 Hummer H3 and H3T

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Nov
7
2011

Roll-N-Lock Bed Covers




Innovation
Roll-N-Lock® M-Series™…the most advanced retractable truck bed cover made, has redefined the rules for truck bed security. From its retractable function, which permits opening or closing in literally seconds, to its rigid, vinyl-over-aluminum laminated construction, this hybrid cover offers everything other covers do not. There are no snaps to manipulate, there is no roll or bundle to lash down or stow, no cross bars to negotiate, no fabric shrinkage to struggle with and, best of all, no worries about the security of cargo. The Roll-N-Lock retractable bed cover…by far the most sophisticated and versatile truck bed cover made.

Quality
What sets Roll-N-Lock’s cover construction apart from the competition is not just the superior quality of our vinyl surface material, but also the design of the slatted aluminum substrate which supports the vinyl. Each Roll-N-Lock slat is rotatively joined by an interlocking hinge. It is the geometry of this uniquely-contoured hinge that lends Roll-N-Lock its strength, roll compactness and quiet, smooth, non-binding movement. Close examination of the Roll-N-Lock hinge in the flat position reveals the fact that each slat is inseparably locked together, yet when rotated, no metal-to-metal contact occurs.

 


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Unique Construction
Contoured, patented hinge design provides smooth, frictionless rotation. In the rotated position, the locking flange functions as a positive stop, minimizing stress on the surface material. In the flat position, the locking flange traps the radius of the adjacent slat, preventing disengagement when a surface load is applied.

Clamp-On Installation
Roll-N-Lock's patented clamp-on track design greatly simplifies the installation process while minimizing the need for drilling holes on most trucks.

Compact Housing And Flush Handle
With the cover fully retracted, the handle mechanism rolls back flush with the face of Roll-N-Lock’s compact housing, allowing more room for unobstructed storage.

Torsion Spring Equipped
Roll-N-Lock employs a heavy duty torsion spring drive which is housed in a 3" aluminum reel to ensure years of reliable use.

 

Drainage
Recessed drain fittings ensure rapid and complete drainage of the unit housing.

Multiple Latching Positions
With just a turn of the lock-lever, the Roll-N-Lock bed cover slides open. As the cover is pulled back using the convenient built-in pull strap, the patented ratchet-style locking mechanism latches in place at ¼, ½, ¾ or fully-closed positions.

 

Built-In Tailgate Lock
Keep cargo safe with Roll-N-Lock’s patented built-in tailgate locking system. Our positive system locks the tailgate and bed cover simultaneously for the most secure system possible in a retractable bed cover application.

 

Finger Insulator Grip
For very sunny and hot climates, we have developed a finger insulator grip, which allows the handle to be grasped without fingertips being burned.

 

Key Slot Cover
For colder regions, we have developed a key slot cover to prevent water from entering the lock mechanism and freezing.

 

 

Cargo Manager®, an optional companion product for Roll-N-Lock®, is a movable bed divider that can be positioned every 3" along the length of the truck bed to manage and contain lightweight cargo.  Controlled from the driver’s side, Cargo Manager is repositioned by simply squeezing the control levers.  Cargo Manager’s spring-activated mechanism then automatically pins the divider to each side track in the next nearest slot. When combined with a Roll-N-Lock retractable bed cover, this dynamic product combination gives truck owners not only the ability to cover and secure the contents of the truck bed, but also prevents objects from shifting in the bed when stopping or turning abruptly.

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Easy Positioning Feature
Cargo Manager’s spring-loaded control levers, located on the driver’s side of the divider, enable the divider to be conveniently positioned every 3" along the bed length, without the necessity of walking to both sides of the truck.

 

Lateral Tie-Offs
Laterally-adjustable tie-offs and two bungee cords permit easy securing of any size object, from tool boxes to grocery bags.

Flip-Up Feature
Cargo Manager quickly pivots up and out of the way for most loading chores. Its flip-up feature allows the divider to rotate 90 degrees, holding it parallel to, and 12" above, the bed floor. This is accomplished by simply depressing stops located at the ends of each track, rolling the divider back to allow the rear wheels to exit the tracks, rotating the divider 90 degrees and hanging it on the hooks provided. Long objects, such as ladders or lumber, may then be easily loaded under the divider.
 

Easy Removal
Weighing only 11 pounds, Cargo Manager can be easily and quickly removed for loading larger items, like appliances, which cannot slide underneath. It’s convenient, easy, and versatile!


Nov
3
2011

NEW Extang EnCore

 

 

SIMPLY SUPERIOR

Simple: Our new low profile, hard panel tri-fold offers easy access from both front and rear. The Encore cover is self-positioning for pain free installation and self-latching for extra security. Engineered SecureShut™ rear latch locks the cover at the tailgate; front panel has a separate rotary latch and lock.

Superior: 1-inch thick SunStrong® panels, developed specifically for Extang, are FRP (fiberglass reinforced plastic) for superior UV protection and thermal ­­­stability. Textured OEM panels, powder coated frame and rubber corners are ExtangTuff to resist dents and scratches. The Encore's advanced sealing system is integrated with rails for the ultimate in weather protection.

MORE VERSATILITY

The first 3-panel hard folding cover that provides both front panel opening and rear fold-up. The wider panel openings are more convenient for storing and unloading cargo.

 

USER-FRIENDLY REMOVAL

Simply fold from front and back, then lift up and off to gain full use of truck bed. Lightweight design permits easy removal and reinstall.

 

ULTIMATE PROTECTION

Secure­­Shut™ your cargo. Heavy-duty rear latch locks the cover at the tailgate. Front panel has a separate rotary latch and lock (pictured to left).

 

EXTANGTUFF DESIGN

Engineered SunStrong® FRP panel keeps cover cooler and provides excellent UV protection. Textured, powder coated frame and rubber corners offer superior dent and scratch resistance.

 

ADVANCED SEALING SYSTEM

The Encore's unique channeling layers are integrated into the side rails for the ultimate in weather protection.

 

MULTI-PURPOSE RAILS & HINGE

Self-locking pins position the tonneau on rails to provide a perfect fit. Heavy-duty aluminum extruded hinges give support across the entire tonneau.

 

Nov
1
2011

Ranch Hand

Since 1986, Ranch Hand has become the #1 source for truck accessories. With more than 150 employees processing 40,000 lbs of steel everyday, its easy to see why the state-of the art equipment and production processes in our 195,000 sq. ft. facitilies enable us to build the highest quality truck accessories on the market, all proudly made in the USA. Ranch Hand’s products are sold through our company owned stores, distributors, new truck dealerships, and Truck/SUV accessory dealers. Our sales consist of seven company owned stores in Texas, Colorado, and Oklahoma, and an extensive distribution network throughout the US and Canada. Ranch Hand’s reputation was built on rugged durability and has evolved into a heavy-duty product that is designed to enhance the look of the latest model trucks and SUVs as well as offering outstanding vehicle protection.

Ranch Hand's reputation was built on rugged durability and has evolved into a heavy-duty product that is designed to enhance the look of the latest model trucks and SUV's.

 

Texas Truxx carries a complete line of Ranch Hand Products.  Please stop by and take a look!


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