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Australian Wins British Grand Prix at Cardiff's Millennium Stadium

7 Jul 2008

World Speedway Grand Prix motorcycle racer Jason Crump delivered a decisive message to his rivals when he captured first place at the British Grand Prix at Cardiff’s Millennium Stadium.

Double World Speedway Grand Prix Champion Jason Crump now has a guaranteed place in the U.S. $200,000.00 Super Prix, photo by Mike Patrick

Crump returned to the Winner’s Circle in style by displaying the form that took him to two World Speedway Grand Prix Championships in 2004 and 2006. The British victory was Crump’s fourth British title and 17th Grand Prix victory. His 22-point haul at the race shot him up the points table to second place overall. He is now within striking distance of series leader Nicki Pedersen.

Australian Jason Crump Wins British Grand Prix at Cardiff's Millennium Stadium, photo by Mike Patrick

Jason Crump is now second place overall in the 2008 World Championship Grand Prix Standings, photo by Mike Patrick

“I came here on a mission and that was to win the British Grand Prix,” said Crump. “The win also gives me an automatic start in the U.S. $200,000.00 Super Prix. My mission now is to win more GP’s, win back the World Championship this year and take first place in the Super Prix.”

Crump, a 16-time Grand Prix winner, has used K&N Engineering products during his entire 17- year racing career. He uses K&N air filter RU-3710 on all of his motorcycles. “K&N is the best,” he said. “The air filters keep the dirt and debris out of my engines and gives me the additional horsepower I need at every race.”

Crump said he plans to take it one event at a time. The team is currently analyzing its strengths and weaknesses. They have also set down goals for the next event. “I am mentally and physically prepared,” he said. “I will not let my guard down until the job at hand is complete.”

Round six of the 2008 Speedway Grand Prix World Championship Series will take place at Prague, Czech Republic on Saturday August 2.

Follow Jason Crump throughout the racing season at the K&N news site. 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.

NHRA Pro Stock Driver Wins Pontiac G6 GXP Coupe for K&N Horsepower Challenge Sweepstakes Finalist

1 Jul 2008

As airplanes landed one-by-one between storms in Cleveland, Ohio, they brought in eight randomly selected sweepstakes finalists and their guests to an all expense paid trip to the NHRA Summit Racing Equipment Nationals in Norwalk, Ohio.

K&N Horsepower Challenge Sweepstakes Finalists Meet K&N Horsepower Challenge Pro Stock Drivers in Norwalk, Ohio

Some of the Sweepstakes Finalists Gather in K&N's Private Suite at NHRA Summit Racing Equipment Nationals.

By winning the K&N Engineering Horsepower Challenge Sweepstakes, each finalist was paired with one of eight Pro Stock Drivers competing in the K&N Engineering Horsepower Challenge Race. One of those sweepstakes winners won the grand prize, a new Pontiac G6 GXP coupe, courtesy of Pontiac.

"It was a crazy once in a lifetime trip," said finalist Michael Virtue. "I record NHRA races every weekend. I follow the Pro Stock drivers and want to meet them. The suite K&N put us up in at the Kalahari Resort in Sandusky, Ohio is beautiful and the private suite at Summit Motorsports Park is pure luxury."

Allen Johnson and Greg Anderson in the K&N Horsepower Challenge Final at NHRA Summit Racing Equipment Nationals

Allen Johnson and Pontiac G6 GXP Coupe Winner Edward Merry, Jr.

The sweepstakes finalists were from all over the United States, some were race fans, some were not, but by the end of the trip they were all on first name basis with the top eight Pro Stock drivers in the K&N Horsepower Challenge shootout. "The whole trip is fantastic, even if I don't win the car it's been great," said finalist Raymond Maxwell. "I don't know much about Pro Stock and I only watch a little NASCAR, but that's all about to change."

The top eight Pro Stock drivers who accumulated the most points while qualifying during the 23 race NHRA POWERade series were (in order of points) Greg Anderson, Allen Johnson, Kurt Johnson, Jason Line, Jeg Coughlin, Dave Connolly, Warren Johnson and Ron Krisher.

Edward Merry, Jr. Dances with Joy After Winning Pontiac GXP Coupe in K&N Engineering Horsepower Challenge Sweepstakes

Runner Up Dean Tredman Congratulates Edward Merry, Jr.

As the pits started to fill with the pros, the top eight drivers were all hoping for a shot to earn a $50,000 payday as the 2008 K&N Horsepower Challenge winner. Everyone wanted the weather to cooperate on race day. Some of the K&N team gathered in the private K&N suite and did a reverse rain dance to help the track dry out.

Before qualifying, sweepstakes winners were paired with drivers by selecting driver names out of a hat. Dean Treadman selected Greg Anderson, Joseph Soucek selected Ron Krisher. Edward Merry, Jr. selected Allen Johnson and Mike Virtue selected Warren Johnson. Larry Deacon Maccubbin selected Dave Connolly and Mark Strosnider selected Kurt Johnson. Raymond Maxwell selected Jeg Coughlin and Charles Overton selected Jason Line.

Parade Down the Parade Road at NHRA Summit Racing Equipment Nationals

All eight Pro Stock drivers competing in the K&N Horsepower Challenge went into the first round of eliminations without one single run down the track. On Friday, each driver should have made two qualifying passes. Drag racers can't compete during rain because when you mix tires with water it's like hitting black ice at high speeds. None of them had the opportunity to gather data from their cars and fine tune them for the K&N Horsepower Challenge on Saturday. As a result the playing field was untested and equal for the top eight.

The K&N Sweepstakes finalist met their drivers on the starting line before driver introductions. At that time the drivers and the sweepstakes finalists exchanged apparel. Bob Frye, the Official NHRA Announcer called each Pro Stock driver and their guests on stage for introductions and short interviews.

Fred Simmonds of Pontiac Presents Edward Merry, Jr. with Keys to His New G6 GXP Coupe

Fred Simmonds of Pontiac Presents Edward Merry, Jr. with Keys to His G6 GXP Coupe

Suite view at NHRA Summit Racing Equipment Nationals in Norwalk, Ohio

The eliminations began. Greg Anderson, Jeg Coughlin, Allen Johnson and Kurt Johnson advanced to the second round. In the semi-finals Greg Anderson took out Jeg Coughlin and Allen Johnson took out Kurt Johnson.

The two K&N Sweepstakes finalists Edward Merry, Jr. and Dean Treadman were shuttled to the end of the track to await the final run. Unfortunately the sky opened up and the rain came down on the open golf-carts soaking the K&N Team and the two finalists.

The dancing began again in the K&N suite. Once the rain stopped, NHRA began the drying process in preparation for the final round and K&N returned Merry and Treadman to the end of the track. Fred Simmonds of Pontiac met everyone there with the new Pontiac G6 GXP coupe. "This activity that K&N put on with retail consumers is the first one done at any NHRA shootout," said Simmonds. "It's always been a super deal for the drivers but today it's about the fans."

NHRA K&N Horsepower Challenge Winner Circle Rewards Driver and Fan

Edward Merry, Jr. of Virginia Beach, Virginia is K&N Horsepower Challenge Sweepstakes Winner

Merry and Treadman were nervous and excited, knowing that one of them would get a new car and parade down the return road. When the tree came down, Allen Johnson put a perfect light on the board (.000) which allowed him to beat Greg Anderson on the hole-shot. Merry did his own version of the rain dance when he heard who won. "I don't know where the perfect light came from," said Johnson. "Thanks to K&N, they put up some big money and worked with us all year. To win this means a lot."

Johnson was presented a championship trophy and a check for $50,000. Simmonds presented a key to Merry and everyone paraded down the return road in front of the packed grandstands. Merry called his family and friends as he headed down the track.

"This is incredible," said Merry. "I'm a huge fan of K&N, I've always used their products and this is the icing on the cake. We really needed a new car. Thank you K&N, Pontiac and Allen Johnson."

For more on the 2008 K&N Horsepower Challenge and the K&N Horsepower Challenge Sweepstakes make sure to view the three K&N Horsepower videos on the K&N video page.

Performance Additions for the Chevy Silverado 2500 Pickup

27 Jun 2008

The Chevrolet Silverado 2500 is an American made full-size pickup truck. Known for its powerful engines and towing capabilities, the Chevy Silverado is a real workhorse. The Silverado was best defined by Chevy's Like a Rock Campaign featuring Bob Seger's song, "Like a Rock."

Chevy Silverado 2500

K&N Engineering wants to help you get the most performance out of your Chevy Silverado 2500. K&N's replacement air filters, performance air intakes and premium oil filters are simple to install. K&N's quality products offer the performance and protection you have grown to expect from K&N.

Air Filter 33-2135 for
Chevy Silverado 2500

Air Filter E-0781 for
Chevy Silverado 2500

K&N's replacement air filters for the Chevy Silverado 2500 are designed to deliver high, virtually unrestricted air flow while maintaining filtration levels critical to ensure long engine life. Our high flow cotton gauze air filters are washable, reusable and built to last for the life of your Chevy pickup truck.

K&N REPLACEMENT AIR FILTERS

2001-2016 Chevy Silverado 2500 models with a 6.0-liter engine, 2001-2006 Chevy Silverado 2500 models with a 8.1-liter engine, 2001-2004 Chevy Silverado 2500 models with a 6.6-liter diesel engine, as well as 2005 Chevy Silverado 2500 models with a 6.6-liter diesel engine and a panel filter use K&N's high-flow panel air filter 33-2135.

Owners of a 2011-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 with a 6.6L diesel engine can protect their vehicle from unwanted dust particles using the 33-2466 replacement air filter. This filter is engineered to fit directly into the existing factory air box, featuring washable filter media designed to last the vehicle’s lifetime.

Owners of 2008, 2009 and 2010 Chevy Silverado 2500 models with 6.6-liter diesel engines use K&N's E-0781 round replacement filter. This filter is also compatible with 6.6L engines in 2005, 2006 and 2007 Chevy Silverado models that use a round air filter. K&N Air Filters are washable, reusable and backed by the famous K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty making the E-0781 the last air filter your Silverado 2500 will ever need.

Air Intake 57-3023-1 for Chevrolet Chevy Silverado 2500

Air Intake 57-3023-1 for
Chevy Silverado 2500

Air Intake 77-3023KP for Chevrolet Chevy Silverado 2500

Air Intake 77-3023KP for
Chevy Silverado 2500

Air Intake 57-3031-1 for Chevrolet Chevy Silverado 2500

Air Intake 57-3031-1 for
Chevy Silverado 2500

Air Intake 77-3031KP for the Chevrolet Chevy Silverado 2500

Air Intake 77-3031KP
for the Chevy Silverado 2500

Air Intake 77-3047KP for the Chevrolet Chevy Silverado 2500

Air Intake 77-3047KP
for the Chevy Silverado 2500

K&N AIR INTAKE SYSTEMS

Does your Chevy Silverado need more power? K&N Air Intakes are guaranteed to increase horsepower. They are designed to completely replace the restrictive factory air filter and intake housing with a high-flowing K&N Filter and intake tube. This will allow your Silverado engine to inhale air more freely than the OEM air filter assembly.

K&N's 57-3030-1 performance air intake was designed to fit the 2001 to 2006 Chevy Silverado 2500 with a 8.1-liter diesel engine. Dyno tests using the 57-3030-1 intake kit showed increases of 17.31 horsepower. By smoothing air flow to your engine, this intake system can improve your vehicle’s horsepower and torque. This part is also compatible with the 2007 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD Classic 8.1L engine.

2006 Chevy Silverado 2500's with a 6.6-liter diesel engine may use K&N's 57-3000 to improve performance. 2007 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD Classic vehicles with a 6.6L diesel engine, and 2005 Chevy Silverado 2500 6.6L diesel models that use a round filter may also benefit from these black, non-metallic air intake systems.

Air Intake 57-3034 for the Chevrolet Chevy Silverado 2500

Air Intake 57-3034
for the Chevy Silverado 2500

Air Intake 77-3034KP for the Chevrolet Chevy Silverado 2500

Air Intake 77-3034KP
for the Chevy Silverado 2500

Air Intake 57-3030-1 for the Chevrolet Chevy Silverado 2500

Air Intake 57-3030-1
for the Chevy Silverado 2500

Owners of 2004 Chevy Silverado 2500's with the 6.6-liter LLY diesel engine and 2005 Chevy Silverado 2500 models with the 6.6-liter diesel engine that use a panel filter use K&N's 57-3047 to gain 20.14 horsepower @ 3157 rpm or 77-3047KP for a gain of 17.52 horsepower @ 3158 rpm. The 57-3047 uses a non-metallic intake tube for better power gains. K&N's 77-3047KP uses a polished aluminum intake tube to smooth and straighten air-flow while making an authoritative sound.

K&N's 57-3034 and 77-3034KP air intake systems were designed for the 2001, 2002, and 2003 Chevy Silverado 2500's with a 6.6-liter diesel engine as well as 2004 Chevy Silverado 2500 models with the 6.6-liter LB7 diesel engine. The 57-3034 gains 16.33 horsepower @ 2750 rpm with its non-metallic tube while the 77-3034KP gets 12.55 more horsepower @ 3248 rpm using its polished aluminum intake tube.

Air Intake 57-3047
for the Chevy Silverado 2500

Air Intake 57-3067 for the Chevrolet Chevy Silverado 2500

Air Intake 57-3067
for Chevy Silverado 2500

Air Intake 57-3066 for Chevrolet Chevy Silverado 2500

Air Intake 57-3030-1
for the Chevy Silverado 2500

K&N's 57-3066 was designed for the 2007 to 2010 Chevy Silverado 2500's with a 6.6-liter diesel engine and provided a gain of 19.67 horsepower @ 2900 rpm. The 71-3066 Blackhawk Induction Systems intake is also available for these models, featuring stylish black filter media.

The 77-3031KP performance air intake kit is engineered to fit 2000-2006 Chevy Silverado 2500 6.0L engines, and the 2007 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD Classic 6.0L. This intake kit features aerodynamic design and a high-flow K&N air filter with washable filter media, to benefit air flow and improve performance.

K&N's 77-3031KP may also be used for 2001 to 2006 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD models with a 6.0-liter engine to gain 15.2 horsepower @ 5024 rpm or K&N's 57-3031-1 for a gain of 20.34 horsepower @ 4894 rpm. K&N air intakes for the Silverado usually take around 90 minutes to install.

2000 to 2004 Chevy Silverado 2500 owners that have the 6.0-liter engine and the 2000 Chevy Silverado 2500's with the 5.3-liter engine may use K&N's performance intake systems 57-3023-1 or 77-3023KP. The 57-3023-1 uses a non-metallic intake system to gain 15.17 horsepower @ 5018 rpm. The 77-3023KP, aluminum intake kit, gains 14.05 rpm @ 4897 rpm. 2004 Chevy Silverado 2500's with the 5.3-liter engine may also use K&N's 57-3023-1.

K&N’s 57-3067 performance air intake is designed to improve performance in 2007 and 2008 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD models with a 6.0-liter V8 engine. This intake kit includes a chrome-topped K&N high-flow air filter with washable media, backed by K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty^®. By replacing the restrictive factory air filter and intake housing, a K&N air intake increases horsepower throughout your engine’s RPM range. Dyno tests using the 57-3067 in a 2007 Silverado 2500 showed gains of 11.44 horsepower at 4500 RPM.

Oil Filter HP-3003
for Chevy Silverado 2500

Oil Filter HP-2006
for Chevy Silverado 2500

Oil Filter HP-1007
for Chevy Silverado 2500

Owners of a 2011, 2012, 2013 or 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 with a 6.6-liter diesel engine is compatable with the 57-3077 and the 77-3077KP. The 57-3077 has an estimated gain of 19.34 HP @ 2420 RPM, where as the 77-3077KP increases horsepower to 12.19 @ 2850 RPM and comes with a polished finish. 2011, 2012 and 2013 Chevy Silverado 2500's with a 6.0-liter engine is able to increase power by about 10.23 HP @ 5033 RPM using the 77-3076KTK.

K&N REPLACEMENT OIL FILTERS

K&N premium oil filters for the Chevy Silverado 2500 are designed to offer excellent filtration and protection while allowing for high oil flow rates. Our canister oil filters use ultra-thick canister walls for extra strength and durability which reduces the risk of damage from loose rocks and debris.

K&N's HP-1011 was designed to fit the 2001 to 2007 Chevy Silverado 2500 with the 8.1-liter engine. K&N canister oil filters for the Silverado 2500 have a 1 inch nut welded to the top for easy removal.

Oil Filter HP-1011 for Chevy Silverado 2500

2001 to 2016 Chevy Silverado 2500 models with a 6.6-liter diesel engine use K&N's HP-3003 premium oil filter. This oil filter will also fit 2007 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD Classic 6.6-liter engines.

Owners of 2000, 2001 and 2002 Chevy Silverado 2500 and 2500 HD models with a 6.0-liter engine and 2000 Chevy Silverado 2500 models with a 5.3-liter engine protect their engines with K&N's HP-2006.

K&N offers the HP-1017 Performance Gold^® Oil Filter for 2007 to 2016 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD's with a 6.0-liter engine, 2007 to 2014 Chevy Silverado 2500's with a 5.3-liter engine, and 2007 to 2013 Chevy Silverado with a 4.8-liter engine. The HP-1007 oil filter is for 2003-2006 Chevy Silverado 2500 models with a 6.0-liter engine and the 2003-2004 Chevy Silverado 2500 with a 5.3-liter engine.

K&N Engineering also offers performance products for earlier years of the Chevy Silverado 2500. To find the right part for your Silverado or any other vehicle use the Application Search on KNFilters.com.

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2007 and 2008 BMW 750 I, BMW 750 LI and BMW 760 LI Gain Lifetime Performance Air Filter

27 Jun 2008

The new BMW 760LI has a V12 engine and generates 438 horsepower. Simply put, it's a vehicle that goes at the touch of the gas pedal. The car also uses a 6-speed steptronic automatic transmission and direct fuel injection for improved fuel economy.

K&N's 33-2313 Replacement Air Filter

K&N Engineering has designed a new lifetime replacement air filter (33-2410) for 2007 and 2008 BMW 760LI with a 6.0 liter engine, BMW 750 I 4.8L and BMW 750 LI 4.8L models. See the complete application list below. Two K&N air filters are provided in the box and are required for each of these models.

These K&N air filters are engineered to fit directly into each factory air box, and no cutting and fitting are required. These filters are 1.875 inches tall because of the carbon trap on the airbox lid. This allows the K&N air filters to sit lower in the base of the airbox. The simple drop-in design makes it an easy performance add-on for your BMW. The 33-2410 is designed to increase horsepower and acceleration while providing excellent filtration.

All K&N air filters are washable and reusable and backed by the famous K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty. It will be the last air filter your vehicle will every need.

Applications are as follows:
2008 BMW 760LI 6.0L V12 US
2008 BMW 750LI 4.8L V8 US
2008 BMW 750I 4.8L V8 US
2007 BMW 760LI 6.0L V12 US
2007 BMW 750LI 4.8L V8 US
2007 BMW 750I 4.8L V8 US

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.

Dodge Cummins Diesel Trucks Benefit from K&N Air Filter Design

27 Jun 2008

The Dodge Ram 2500 delivers a solid ride, serious stock power and great stability for heavy towing. It is also big and bold, just like the K&N air filters that are custom designed to fit in it.

OE Air Filter and Dodge Airbox

K&N Air Filter in Dodge Airbox

K&N E-0776 and E-0784 air filters for 2003 to 2009 Dodge diesel trucks are noticeably different from the stock filter and can easily be confused by consumers as being "incorrect."

However, both of these K&N air filters do replace the OE flat panel air filter in the factory airbox. Their unique shape and design make maximum use of area in the factory airbox. Both still seal the same as the OE filters, but instead of hanging at the top of the airbox, they go all the way down to the bottom of the airbox. The K&N air filter allows more surface area than a flat panel air filter could provide and greatly increases dust capacity.

The simple drop in design increases horsepower and acceleration while providing excellent filtration. Our stock replacement air filters are washable, reusable and covered by our famous K&N Million-Mile Limited warranty.

The E-0784 high flow replacement K&N air filter is for the 2007, 2008 and 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 with a 6.7 liter Cummins diesel engine.

Owners of the 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007 Dodge Ram 2500 models with a 5.9 liter Cummins diesel engine also gain a lifetime of performance with K&N's E-0776 replacement air filter. Replace Stock Diesel