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How Does a K&N Air Intake System Improve Performance?

You might be wondering—what’s the best way to add horsepower to my vehicle? Aftermarket modifications like bolt-on superchargers and turbochargers can add significant horsepower, but are often very expensive—typically in the thousands of dollars—and can take considerable amounts of time and mechanical prowess to install.

metal K&N intake system installed

K&N performance air intake systems add horsepower and torque to your car

That’s where K&N performance air intake systems come in—giving you a guaranteed increase in horsepower without the hefty price tag of a supercharger, and typically in less than 90 minutes for installation.

How does an engine make power?

An internal combustion engine operates by burning a mixture of fuel and oxygen within the engine’s cylinders. The fuel injectors provide a precise amount of fuel, which combines with air delivered by the air intake system. A spark plug then ignites the volatile gas, creating an explosion that forces the piston downward—turning the crankshaft. The piston-moving force that’s created during the combustion cycle is what produces horsepower.

How do factory air intake systems work?

Your engine needs oxygen to create power. The cylinders in your vehicle’s engine have to have air to create the explosion that produces horsepower and torque. Since cold air contains more oxygen molecules than warm air, injecting a higher volume of oxygen-rich air into the cylinders allows the engine to burn fuel more efficiently during combustion—providing an increase in power.

In a typical stock air intake system, air has to pass through a thick, disposable paper filter, and then move through a narrow system of tubing that can cause air to swirl and become turbulent. Excess turbulence causes the molecules within the air to collide, creating heat, which lowers the density of the air and reduces the efficiency of combustion.

Factory systems often feature intake tubing with tight bends, baffles, and other obstacles that can slow airflow and create turbulence. These systems are also typically designed to muffle engine noise—unlike K&N intake systems, which are designed to give your engine a more satisfying growl.

Disposable paper filter

Disposable paper filters often feature thick media that restricts airflow

Why is airflow so important for my engine’s performance?

Maintaining the proper air-to-fuel ratio (AFR) is critical for engine performance, and relates to the amount of air versus the amount of fuel used by an engine for combustion. A correct, stoichiometrically balanced AFR produces combustion with perfect efficiency, excluding other factors. For gasoline engines, the theoretically perfect chemical ratio is 14.7:1—14.7 parts air to one part fuel. In effect, this means that an engine requires almost fifteen times more air than fuel for efficient combustion—which emphasizes the importance of providing a high volume of air through an intake system.

Why not use a disposable paper air filter with my intake system?

Most dry, disposable paper air filters function on a size-dependent basis—dirt particles that are larger than the openings in the filter media are trapped, while particles that are smaller than the openings pass through. Most disposable paper filters create a large amount of airflow restriction, as the openings in the filter media have to be extremely small to filter efficiently—which slows down airflow. Because dust accumulates on the surface of the disposable filter, performance typically decreases consistently throughout the filter’s service interval.

Why is a High-Flow Air Filter™ better than a disposable filter?

High-Flow Air Filters

High-Flow Air Filters feature a specially designed cotton media

A paper filter exhibits a principle called surface loading; dust collects only on the surface of the media. In contrast, K&N High-Flow Air Filters™ utilize depth loading, where multiple layers of cotton fibers provide particle retention on many levels, and the media also features pleats to increase the contaminant-capturing surface area. As a result, K&N filters are able to hold significantly more dirt and particulate matter per square inch of media over an average paper filter.

In addition, High-Flow Air Filters™ utilize the principle of diffusion to increase the capture of engine contaminants. Small particles are highly affected by forces within the air stream, such as velocity changes, pressure changes, or turbulence. As a result, the behavior of extremely small particles is typically random and chaotic. These particles do not follow the air stream, and their erratic motion causes them to collide with the filter’s fibers—where they are trapped and held by oil. This enables a K&N air filter to capture contaminant particles that are much smaller than the openings within the filtration media.

Is a K&N performance air intake system better than a stock system?

K&N performance air intake systems are designed to create a more aerodynamic path for airflow to reach the engine by removing the stock intake tubing that can create excess turbulence, and also by utilizing highly airflow-efficient filter media.

A dynamometer

All K&N performance air intake systems are tested on a dynamometer

In a K&N cold air intake system, air first passes through a performance air filter—typically a High-Flow Air Filter™, which is designed to provide up to 50% more airflow than a disposable paper filter—and then passes through an aerodynamically-engineered tubing system that helps prevent unnecessary turbulence/heat.

Cold air is more dense than warm air because it contains additional oxygen molecules—allowing the cylinders to facilitate combustion more efficiently. A factory air intake typically feeds warm air to the cylinders, while K&N performance air intake systems are designed to provide a smooth, unimpeded path for the airstream—keeping the airstream cooler and more oxygen-dense. With a K&N performance air intake system, you get a guaranteed increase in horsepower and torque.

Which K&N intake system should I choose?

All K&N performance air intake systems are designed to increase airflow through an aerodynamic path that reduces turbulence, and filter designs that provide an increase in the volume of air that reaches your engine. K&N offers several options to cater to different aesthetic, ease of maintenance, and filter media preferences.

Mandrel-bent aluminum intake system

Mandrel-bent aluminum intake systems feature an aerodynamically designed tube

Mandrel-Bent Aluminum Intake Systems: 69-Series, 77-Series

Mandrel-bent aluminum intake tubes help provide an increase in airflow to your engine and reduce turbulence—keeping air cooler and providing more power. These systems are paired with a washable, reusable High-Flow Air Filter™ featuring oiled cotton filter media, and the oversized, conical design allows you to go up to 100,000 miles between filter services under normal highway driving conditions. A steel heat shield helps protect intake air from the high temperature of your engine bay, helping to increase combustion efficiency.

• Oversized conical air filter extends use between cleanings—up to 100,000 miles under normal highway driving conditions

• Washable, reusable, and durable

• Innovative design of layered, oiled cotton media provides up to 50% more airflow, while maintaining excellent engine protection

• Aerodynamically engineered tube further increases airflow

• Guaranteed to increase horsepower and torque

• Improves engine sound

• Removes unnecessary engine bay components

• Typical installation can be completed in 90 minutes or less with basic hand tools

• Extensively tested for filtration and dust capacity in an in-house ISO 5011 testing laboratory

• 10-Year/Million Mile Limited Warranty

HDPE roto-molded intake system

HDPE roto-molded intake systems feature a steel heat shield

Roto-Molded High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Intake Systems: 57-Series, 63-Series

High-density polyethylene (HDPE) rotationally molded tubes help accelerate airflow to your engine and reduce turbulence—keeping air cooler and providing more power. These systems are paired with a washable, reusable High-Flow Air Filter™ featuring oiled cotton filter media, and the oversized, conical design allows you to go up to 100,000 miles between filter services under normal highway driving conditions. A steel heat shield helps protect intake air from the high temperature of your engine bay, which helps increase combustion efficiency.

• Oversized conical air filter extends use between cleanings—up to 100,000 miles under normal highway driving conditions

• Washable, reusable, and durable

• Innovative design of layered, oiled cotton media provides up to 50% more airflow, while maintaining excellent engine protection

• Aerodynamically engineered tube further increases airflow

• Guaranteed to increase horsepower and torque

• Improves engine sound

• Removes unnecessary engine bay components

• Typical installation can be completed in 90 minutes or less with basic hand tools

• Extensively tested for filtration and dust capacity in an in-house ISO 5011 testing laboratory

• 10-Year/Million Mile Limited Warranty

Blackhawk Induction™ Air Intake Systems: 71-Series

Blackhawk Induction™ air intake system

Blackhawk Induction™ air intake systems feature an all-black design

Blackhawk Induction air intake systems feature an oil-free synthetic filtration media, black powder-coated aluminum, and all-black components. The layered Dryflow® synthetic filtration media provides increased airflow and exceptional engine protection without requiring oil, and a steel heat shield helps protect intake air from the high temperature of your engine bay. Service your filter every 100,000 miles under normal highway driving conditions.

• Synthetic filtration media requires no oil

• Stylish, minimalistic aesthetics

• Oversized conical air filter extends use between cleanings—up to 100,000 miles under normal highway driving conditions

• Washable, reusable, and durable

• Innovative design of lofted synthetic media facilitates increased airflow and excellent engine protection

• Aerodynamically engineered tube further increases airflow

• Guaranteed to increase horsepower and torque

• Improves engine sound

• Removes unnecessary engine bay components

• Typical installation can be completed in 90 minutes or less with basic hand tools

• Extensively tested for filtration and dust capacity in an in-house ISO 5011 testing laboratory

• 10-Year/Million Mile Limited Warranty

What horsepower increase can I expect from a K&N air intake system?

An HDPE intake system after installation

An HDPE intake system after installation

Horsepower gains vary among products and applications, but each K&N performance air intake system is designed to increase airflow efficiency for specific vehicles and their engines. Each kit undergoes significant testing to help ensure that the filter and intake tube are positioned to deliver large increases in airflow and horsepower. Please visit knfilters.com to view horsepower estimates for specific vehicle applications.

Join the millions of customers who trust K&N to provide performance and protection products for their vehicles.

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Your Complete RV Preparation and Performance Checklist

Whether you’re planning a short weekend trip to your local national park—or an extended cross-country road trip—you can help avoid unexpected roadside headaches by performing thorough pre-trip maintenance on your RV. Taking good care of your home-away-from-home will help you enjoy your vacations for many years to come!

RV parked in a snowstorm

Ensuring your brakes are in good condition is critically important

CHECK YOUR BRAKES

Check for any brake fluid leaks, and make sure the reservoir is filled to the recommended level. If you’re towing a heavy load, your brakes have to work even harder, particularly on steep inclines. When looking between your wheel’s spokes, you should be able to see at least one-fourth of an inch of pad—any thinner than that, and you should have them inspected and possibly replaced.

EXAMINE YOUR TIRES

Your tire treads should be in good condition before any trip—generally speaking, less than 6/32” of tread depth indicates that your tires should be replaced, as well as any cracks that are deeper than 1/16”. To extend the life of your tires, check to make sure your tire pressure is always at the manufacturer-recommended level, and rotate your tires regularly according to their recommended service schedule. Long periods of storage and long-term exposure to sunlight can accelerate tire damage.

RV parked in a wooded area

Planning ahead helps you have peace of mind on your travels

Keep an eye out for weather cracking, which will appear in the flex area of the sidewall. Now is also a good time to tighten your lug nuts, and make sure you have what you need to change a tire in case of a flat.

INSPECT YOUR COOLING SYSTEM

Overheating on the open road in the middle of summer isn’t just a temporary headache—it can cause permanent engine damage. While your engine is cool, take a close look in your engine bay. Cracks or leaks in hoses and belts indicate a need for immediate repair, and make sure all connections are snugly fitted.

Fill your coolant reservoir to the recommended level (a 50/50 mixture of coolant and distilled water is standard). If it’s been more than two years since your last full coolant flush, you should consider completely replacing the fluids.

CONSIDER A BACKUP CAMERA

A backup camera helps take the guess-work out of navigating tight spaces and hitching up trailers—and also increases safety. Even the most seasoned drivers can benefit from an extra pair of eyes in their blind spots.

K&N performance air intake system

K&N performance air intake systems provide a guaranteed increase in horsepower

INSTALL AN AIR INTAKE SYSTEM

If you’re nervous about getting up steep inclines—or need a little extra pep for towing—installing a K&N performance air intake system will provide you with a guaranteed increase in horsepower and torque. The 77-2570KTK intake system—designed for 2015-2016 Ford E450 6.8L V10 motorhomes—provides an estimated increase of 17.46-horsepower at 4,101 RPMs*. Find yours at knfilters.com!

RV climbing steep incline

Some extra horsepower can come in handy when climbing steep inclines

TESTIMONIAL:

“I installed this intake on my 2011 E350 Super Duty van one week before a 10,000-mile road trip around the US. Can’t say enough good things about this system. Great power right out of the box. Sounds amazing and helped with fuel mileage. Was a must have for the mountains out West.” – Brandon from Florida

REFRESH YOUR TOOL KIT

Make sure your tool kit is properly stocked, and that all of your tools are in working order.

It’s a good idea to carry:

• Cordless drill and spare battery

• Small drill bit set

• Screws and an assortment of small hardware

• Small bolts/washers of various sizes and lengths

• Flashlight and/or headlamp

• Folding shovel

• Caulking gun/caulk

• Road flares

• Distilled water

• Jumper cables

• Socket wrench set

• Phillips head and flat-blade screwdrivers

• Pliers (standard and channel-lock)

• Hammer

• Pocket knife

• Wire cutters

• Tape measure

• Hacksaw

• Super glue

• Insulated wire

• Electrical tape

• Fuses of various amperages

• Replacement bulbs

• Duct tape

TEST ALL EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS

Make sure all of your lights are in proper working order before heading out on any trip, and keep a package of replacement bulbs as part of your kit.

K&N washable cabin air filter

K&N washable cabin air filters help protect your interior from contaminants

CHANGE YOUR ENGINE/CABIN AIR FILTERS

A clogged filter decreases airflow to your engine and can reduce performance when you need it most. Check out K&N’s High-Flow™ Air Filters—they’re washable, reusable, and designed to last for the entire lifespan of your RV. If you have a cabin air filter, check out K&N’s washable line, which helps protect your cabin and passengers from airborne dust and contaminants. To search for filters for your specific vehicle, check out knfilters.com.

CHECK YOUR FULL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Examine the electrical cord that connects your RV to a park power source, and check for any signs of damage. Also, take a look at your circuit breakers and fuse boxes, and make sure they’re labeled. If you’re towing, make sure the electrical connection is set up properly.

ANALYZE YOUR BATTERIES

Batteries can lose a considerable amount of charge while in storage, so make sure your batteries are fully charged before any trip—and watch out for any corrosion. Always refer to the manual when adjusting water levels, and be sure to wear eye protection.

FLUSH YOUR WATER SYSTEM + CHECK FOR LEAKS

It’s a good idea to sanitize your water system every time you take your RV out of storage. Can you imagine what grows in a moist water system that’s left to sit in storage for months? You probably don’t want to. Bacteria, mildew, and mold can proliferate in a water system that’s left to sit—and you want the water you bathe in, cook with, and drink to be clean.

Steps to sanitize your water system:

• Drain the water heater (never drain while hot or under pressure)

• Locate and drain the water from the low point water line drains—one for hot and one for cold water lines

• Drain the fresh water holding tank

• Close all of the drains

• Use ¼ cup of bleach for every 15 gallons of water your tank holds—mix the bleach with water in a 1-gallon container and pour into the water holding tank (do not pour straight bleach into your tank!)

• Fill the fresh water holding tank almost full of potable water

• Turn the water pump on, and open all faucets

• Run all of the faucets until you smell bleach at each faucet

• Close the faucets

• Let sit for around 4 hours

• Drain the entire system again—re-fill fresh water tank with potable water

• Run all faucets until you no longer smell bleach (you may have to drain the system multiple times to remove all bleach from the system)

• Once you no longer smell bleach at each faucet, your water system is now clean!

You can check for leaks by grabbing a flashlight or headlamp and turning on your water pump. Wait until the sound of the pump stops and the water is pressurized. Turn off the pump, and begin looking for leaks—around the toilet and under the sink are good places to start.

TEST APPLIANCES

Check each interior appliance to make sure it is in good working order. Test your water pump, furnace, air conditioner, and all lights and outlets. If you use propane (LP gas), check your tanks (these can expire), all connections, the valve, and the firing operation. If something seems off, have a professional examine the system.

SERVICE YOUR GENERATOR

When pulling your RV out of storage for the season, follow the directions for servicing in your generator’s manual. Before starting it up, make sure the oil is at the appropriate level, and check for any problems around the exhaust. Run the generator for at least two to three hours every month to keep it primed and ready, as fuel that sits too long can cause damage.

Oil change

Follow your manufacturer’s recommended service schedule for oil changes

CHECK ALL FLUIDS

Check the levels of your transmission fluid, power steering fluid, engine coolant, engine oil, windshield washer fluid, brake fluid, and generator oil. If any fluids are suspiciously low, make sure to check for leaks. Regular oil changes help prevent unnecessary wear-and-tear on your engine.

INSPECT SEAMS

At some point in your RV’s lifespan, it will probably experience a leak or two in its roof seals and/or seams. It’s important to know the type of material that your RV’s roof features, and bring along compatible repair sealants on every trip just in case. Sealants will vary based on the RV’s material—silicone, for example, won’t bond with a rubber roof. Regular household caulking may or may not hold up long-term, but can work to plug a leak in a pinch. Water damage can be seriously expensive, so plan ahead for on-the-go repairs.

With a bit of forethought and careful maintenance, you can help avoid mid-trip repair fiascos, increase your RV’s performance, and enjoy well-planned vacations for years to come!

Search for performance products for your RV at knfilters.com.

*Estimated horsepower and torque gains based on specific or similar vehicle dynamometer tests. Results will vary. For more information, look up vehicle and/or testing protocols at knfilters.com.

This post is for informational purposes only, and we do not warrant that the information provided will produce any specific results or achieve any intended purposes. Every vehicle is different and subject to different road conditions and wear and tear. You should always follow your manufacturer’s recommended service schedule, consult the vehicle owner’s manual, and/or have your vehicle evaluated by a properly trained mechanic.

Scenic photo of RV on country road

Make sure you perform a thorough pre-trip check before every excursion

Andrew Carlson of Carlson Motorsports earned three podium spots at the ERX Off-Road National in Elk River, Minn., on July 13-14—stacking up a second-place finish in PRO 2, a third-place finish in PRO 4, and a second-place finish in Saturday’s PRO 4 final. After suffering two flat tires in the PRO 2 final, Carlson gave a master class in race driving—charging from the back of the pack to cross the finish line second, albeit a lap behind. With no possibility of a podium, he could have easily coasted through the rest of the race, but instead chose to demonstrate true determination and competitive spirit by forging ahead in spite of his one-lap disadvantage.

Carlson's off-road racing truck

Andrew Carlson proved his tenacity and determination in the PRO 2 final

“We came in as the top qualifier,” Carlson commented, “but I got two flat tires almost immediately. I had to hot pit twice and that put me a lap down and at the back of the 12-truck field.” Despite the devastating setback, Carlson chose to take the opportunity to hone his skills—and received great enthusiasm from fans, who were delighted to see their local racer give a truly impressive lesson in passing technique.

K&N is proud to sponsor Andrew Carlson’s racing endeavors. “Between races, in the shop and behind the scenes—it’s a fine line between win and lose,” Carlson stated. “Our alignment with some of the products that we use, and the amount of trust we have in them is key.”

Andrew greets local fans after his PRO 2 podium finish

Andrew greets local fans after his PRO 2 podium finish

Carlson Motorsports is a family-operated racing team based out of Elk River, Minn., owned by Chris and Deb Carlson—parents of Andrew Carlson and Taylor Carlson. “We've all been using K&N for many years,” noted Taylor Carlson. “We've grown to trust the quality and reliability of the products, and as gearheads we just love the performance gains. We're honored to represent the company.”

An avid outdoorsman, Andrew Carlson has also been assisting K&N in launching the new K&N Outdoor program, designed to help dedicated outdoorsmen get the most from the vehicles that carry them on their adventures. Whether you’re a fisherman, hiker, camper, or explorer, K&N offers performance products to help keep your recreational and utility vehicles performing at their peak.

Andrew Carlson battles with Kevin Hanegraaf in the PRO 2 class

Andrew Carlson battled with Kevin Hanegraaf in the PRO 2 class

You can look for Andrew Carlson at the Bark River International Raceway in Bark River, Michigan, August 10-12. Follow the Carlson Moto Team throughout the season on their website www.carlsonmoto.com.

Carlson on the podium

Carlson took second on Friday in the PRO 2 class

Matt Field is Gaining Ground With New C6 Corvette Chassis

Coming into the 2018 Formula Drift season with a brand-new chassis—a C6 Corvette, rebuilt from scratch—Matt Field and his team are determined to catapult Field to the top of the Formula Drift Pro Series leaderboard.

Matt Field's C6 Corvette

Matt Field's C6 Corvette

Field, a San Jose native, earned his Formula Drift license in 2009. In 2013, he opened a motorsports and fabrication shop—Drift Cave—in Morgan Hill, California, which offers mechanical services, trackside support, and coaching. In 2016, he came in 5th in the Formula Drift Pro Championship, topping the podium in Round 7 and Round 8.

Field has been a consistent, solid competitor, frequently appearing in the top ten across his career. While the 2017 season ended with Field in 17th position, the 2018 season looks particularly bright. The past few events have been promising for Field—at Round 4 in New Jersey, he defeated Jeff Jones in the Top 32, Ryan Tuerck in the Top 16, Forrest Wang in the Great 8, and Justin Pawlak in the Top 4, before coming in 2nd to James Deane in the Black Magic Final.

Matt Field at an event

In 2013, Field opened a motorsports and fabrication shop called Drift Cave

After qualifying third, Field would face Deane again at Round 5 in Monroe—defeating Dean Kearney and Fredric Aasbo before falling to Deane in the Top 4. He continues to be one of the top competitors to watch as he fine-tunes the performance of his C6 Corvette.

Since the first organized drifting event in 1988, competitive drifting has continued to advance through the decades—and the current field of racers is perhaps the most competitive in the sport’s history. Field made the decision before the 2018 season to upgrade from his 1000-horsepower Nissan 240SX S14—and thus far, it appears to have been a wise choice. The new 1050-horsepower C6 Corvette chassis is a well of still-to-be-discovered potential—totally rebuilt at Drift Cave from a flood-damaged 2013 model. The masterfully executed build demonstrates the extensive knowledge of Field and his team, who rely on exceptional engineering and high-quality performance parts to keep them running strong on race day.

Matt Field's C6 Corvette

The C6 Corvette features a custom K&N® performance filter

The C6 Corvette features a custom K&N® performance filter—which utilizes the same technology as K&N® High-Flow Air Filters™, available online for thousands of makes and models at www.knfilters.com.

Field is currently in 7th place in the Pro Series standings. James Deane, Frederic Aasbo, and Piotr Wiecek currently top the leaderboard.

You can see Matt Field compete in Round 6 of Formula Drift in St. Louis, MO., on August 10-11.

Matt Field putting on his helmet

Field is currently in 7th place in the Pro Series standings

More Horsepower for Your Camaro: K&N® Introduces Air Intake System #63-3105 for 2016-2017 Camaros

Engineered for 2016-2017 Chevrolet Camaro 2.0L models, the K&N® 63-3105 air intake system offers a guaranteed increase in horsepower and torque for your Chevy Camaro—giving you a boost in power and protection, with typical installation in 90 minutes or less.

The standard 2017 Camaro with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine offers 275 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque, and is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The new generation of Camaros—from 2016 onward—is praised by reviewers for responsive steering, exceptional handling, and competitive fuel economy.

HOW THE 63-3105 AIR INTAKE SYSTEM WORKS

The 63-3105 air intake system

The 63-3105 features a High-Flow Air Filter and steel heat shield

Naturally, you want as much horsepower as possible for your Camaro—which is where K&N’s dedication to exceptional engineering and outstanding performance comes in to play. The 63-3105 air intake system helps decrease air turbulence through the removal of the stock intake components that may slow the volume of air reaching your engine. Many factory intake systems have baffles and other airflow-obstructing elements, and by replacing the full stock system with a more aerodynamic design, the engine receives a greater volume of airflow—giving you an increase in performance.

HIGH-DENSITY POLYETHYLENE INTAKE TUBE IMPROVES AIRFLOW

The 2017 Chevrolet Camaro 2.0L L4

The 2017 Chevrolet Camaro 2.0L L4

The K&N® 63-3105 is a free-flowing, high-density polyethylene cold air intake system designed to replace the factory air filter and air intake components. A high-density polyethylene (HDPE) rotationally molded tube accelerates airflow to your engine and reduces turbulence—offering a guaranteed increase in horsepower and torque. Paired with a state-of-the-art washable, reusable High-Flow Air Filter™ designed to capture contaminants and provide exceptional engine protection, you can bid farewell to wasteful disposable filters—this intake system is designed to last for the life of your vehicle!

HIGH-FLOW AIR FILTER™ PROVIDES OUTSTANDING PROTECTION

The 2017 Chevrolet Camaro 2.0L L4

K&N air intake systems come with a 10-Year/Million Mile Limited Warranty

The oversized, conical filter shape allows for up to 100,000 miles between cleanings (under normal highway driving conditions). When it does need to be cleaned, you can use the K&N Recharger® Kit (99-5000 or 99-5050) to quickly and easily restore your filter’s performance. A state-of-the-art design of oiled, layered cotton media provides outstanding contaminant capture. Each intake and filter is designed to last for the life of your vehicle.

POWDER-COATED STEEL HEAT SHIELD HELPS PROTECT INTAKE AIR FROM HIGH TEMPERATURES

The 63-3105 air intake system after installation

The 63-3105 air intake system after installation

The 63-3105 system also features a custom powder-coated steel heat shield which protects the air filter and intake air from high engine temperatures. The heat shield installs onto the lower factory air box and retains the fresh air inlet. The air intake tube funnels airflow directly into the engine’s throttle body, offering a guaranteed increase in horsepower and torque.

INSTALLATION

Since the kit utilizes existing factory mounting points, requires only basic hand tools, and incorporates the factory mass air sensor, installation can typically be completed in 90 minutes or less.

WARRANTY

This intake system comes with a 10-Year/Million Mile Limited Warranty. Furthermore, using a K&N replacement air intake system will not void your factory warranty; in the U.S., manufacturers must provide evidence that an aftermarket part is the cause of a necessary repair in order to void or deny warranty coverage. The Consumer Products Warranty Act of 1975 (also known as the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act) protects consumers’ rights to their warranty coverage.

DYNAMOMETER RESULTS

You are guaranteed to experience an increase in horsepower and torque with your new K&N air intake system. On a chassis dynamometer, a 2016 Chevrolet Camaro 2.0L with the stock air intake was recorded at 229.04-hp at 4,903rpm, and after installation of the 63-3105 the same vehicle was recorded at 235.61-hp at 4,903rpm—an estimated increase of 6.57-hp. The torque was also improved from 250.53 lb-ft on the stock air intake to 255.63 lb-ft with the 63-3105 —a total estimated increase in torque of 5.1 lb-ft at 3,991rpm. You can buy with confidence under the 10-Year/Million Mile Limited Warranty, and the assurance that you’re receiving a top-quality, extensively tested product.

The 63-3105 is designed for use in the following vehicles:

• 2017 Chevrolet Camaro 2.0L L4 Fuel Injection—All Models

• 2016 Chevrolet Camaro 2.0L L4 Fuel Injection—All Models

FAQs

Will using a K&N® replacement air intake system void my factory warranty?

No. In the United States, in order for the manufacturer of a warranted product to void or deny warranty coverage of a repair due to the use of an aftermarket part, the manufacturer must provide proof that the aftermarket part is the cause of the necessary repair. These rights are protected under the Consumer Products Warranty Act of 1975 (also referred to as the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act).

Are K&N® performance air intake systems or RK-series custom air cleaner assemblies emissions legal in the U.S.?

Performance intake systems are legal for street use in most areas of the United States.

In California, and in specific regions which have adopted California air quality regulations, only CARB-exempt performance intakes are legal for street use.

Check the K&N catalog or website for vehicle applications and specific CARB status for each vehicle and air intake.

Can a K&N® product cause my Check Engine Light or Service Light to come on?

It is possible that the Check Engine Light may come on after installing a K&N air filter or performance intake system. This does not necessarily mean that there is something wrong with your air filter or intake; sometimes, the higher air flow and lower restriction provided by the K&N product will uncover an existing mechanical or electronic issue with your vehicle. In rare cases, you may have a K&N product which was manufactured outside of its design tolerances, causing sensors in your vehicle to read data outside of their normal expected values. In either case, the K&N Warranty Department can work with you to narrow down the cause of the Check Engine Light and correct the issue.

How much horsepower does a K&N® cold air intake add?

Dynamometer tests indicating horsepower and torque increases over the OEM intake system will appear on the "Product Details" page for each of our performance intake systems.

What does a cold air intake do for a car?

Cold air intakes allow for increased airflow to your engine, which results in an increase in torque and acceleration for your vehicle.

Can cold air intakes improve gas mileage?

In theory, a cold air intake could increase the gas mileage of your vehicle due to improved airflow which allows the engine to run more efficiently and require less fuel. However, K&N does not make any guarantees in terms of increased gas mileage with the use of our filters or intakes.

*Some intake systems are not legal for sale or use on any pollution controlled motor vehicle in California or states adopting California emission procedures. See knfilters.com for CARB status on each part for a specific vehicle.