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The Nissan 240SX entered the 1990s with an edge that put it near the top of the
entry-level sport coupe market. Japanese automakers put in rear-wheel drive which
spiked performance reviews including sharp and balanced handling. Nissan stopped
importing the 240SX to our shores by the end of the 90s, but there are many on
the road today.
Air Intake for Nissan 240SX
K&N Engineering has designed a High-Flow Air Intake System (69-7076TS)
in silver for the 1995, 1996, 1997, and 1998 Nissan 240SX 2.4 liter engine. K&N
dynamometer testing shows a 4.94 horsepower gain @ 4471 RPM. K&N Engineering's
air intake design has lower restriction than the factory air box system
resulting in an immediate power gain.
Power Gain Chart for Nissan 240SX with K&N Air Intake
With the use of the factory Mass Air Flow Sensor, custom radius filter
adapter and a K&N High Flow Air Filter (RU-4600)
non-turbulent air flow is provided into the free flowing mandrel bent aluminum
intake tube.
The K&N Air Filter is located next to the hole in the fender which provided
fresh air to the O/E system. This allows the K&N Air Filter to receive a
consistent flow of fresh cool air. In addition, the heat shield isolates the K&N
Air Filter from the engine compartment.
K&N engineers took special care to ensure that it followed the Nissan's lines
and that it did not obstruct or rub against other parts in the engine.
The
69-7076TS is designed to improve engine performance and is easy to
install, usually in
90 minutes or less. K&N Air Intake Systems come with the famous Million
Mile Limited Warranty.
Three drivers from the Snap-On Stars of Karting presented by IndyCarSeries were
given the opportunity to test out a new form of Open-wheel machinery at
Irwindale Speedway in California.
Ford Focus Midget at Irwindale, California
Jacob Neal of Wildomar, California
Three teams from the Ford Focus Midget Series, Maier Racing/K&N Filters,
Western Speed Racing and Wally Pankratz Racing provided 100 laps with full crew
in race ready, 185 horsepower Ford Focus Midget cars for Cory Pollack, Jacob
Neal and Nick Johnston.
Cory Pollock tests Ford Focus Midget
Nick Johnston of Northridge, California
The three drivers were selected because of their accomplishments in the Snap-On
Stars of Karting program organized by series sponsor K&N Filters. Ultimately up
to 21 drivers will have an opportunity to receive a test drive in the Ford Focus
Midget cars courtesy of Maier Racing, Wally Pankratz Racing, Western Speed
Racing, Beast Racing, Ron Suttton Winner’s Circle, Richard Petty Drive
Experience and Cory Kruseman Racing.
K&N Filters has entered the sport of karting this season with a new
CIK-FIA approved
K&N airbox (RK-1000)
which is legal in all classes of the Snap-On Stars of Karting presented by
IndyCar Series.
“K&N likes the idea of getting young drivers enthusiastic about motorsports and
the variety that comes with it,” said K&N Sports Marketing Director Charles
Maier. “The USAC Ford Focus racing series is a blast to drive in and relatively
affordable. I personally transitioned from karting to midgets and think that it is
wonderful that K&N allows me to share the seat time with kids eager to learn
about the next step. Knowledge is a key component. The Ford Focus series is a
bit more money, marketing, power/engine, travel and organizing to participate.
On these test days the young drivers get a chance to see how involved the
program really is.”
Jacob Neal enjoyed his experience at Irwindale. “When I got the opportunity, I
was excited about what it would be like,” said Neal. Western Speed Racing helped
me understand what the midget car would feel like and how to drive it. I had a
blast.” The 16-year-old from Wildomar, California has raced for 5 years. "This
was a whole different type of racing. The laps helped me decide which direction
to go in my future. Midgets are fast and there is lots of acceleration. I really
enjoyed it."
Nick Johnston has been racing for 10 years. The 17-year-old for Northridge,
California said he learned a lot. “I did well,” he said. “I learned a lot and
the cars are fun to drive.” Johnston has several championships on his racing
resume and is currently up for a chance to compete in the 2007 Rotax World
Finals at Dubai, Saudi Arabia. “I use K&N Filters,” said Johnston. “K&N works
the best and keeps the dirt out of my engines.”
Series Marketing Director Jeff Swoboda was thrilled with the first testing round
at Irwindale. “It was very satisfying to see these three drivers getting
strapped into the cars for the first time,” he said. “The smiles on their faces
said it all.”
The Snap-On Stars of Karting presented by IndyCar Series will have its next
event September 14-16 at Moran Raceway in Beaumont, California. The race will
serve as the West Division Finale and will tee up divisional champions to head
off to the Desert MINI of Las Vegas National Finals October 19-21 at Las Vegas
Motor Speedway.
Follow Snap-On Stars of Karting and the Ford Focus Midget Series 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.
Chris Forsberg Racing took another victory for the Maxxis Tires Drift Team at
Sonoma, California over the weekend.
Vaughn Gittin Jr. left, Chris Forsberg center, Ken Gushi right
The 5th Round of the Formula Drift Pro Championship was held at Infineon
Raceway over the past weekend. The team worked hard in the weeks leading up to
the event to prepare the car for the high speed entry.
Gittin and Forsberg battle at Infineon Raceway
Top Drifters Share the Podium at Sonoma, California
“We were really excited for this event as the high speed long entry really suits
my driving style,” said Chris Forsberg. “The 350Z was set up perfectly and ran
great all weekend. The car was dialed in perfectly for completion.” On
Forsberg’s first qualifying pass he scored 96 out of 100 putting him in the top
spot.
In the tandem battle, Forsberg’s tires were burning up the track and gave him
the grip he needed to perform. The team moved on to defeat Stephan Verdier in
his new Subaru STI. He was in the final round pitted against Falken’s top driver
Vaughn Gittin Jr. The drifters had a great first run and Forsberg scored a near
perfect 9 point run against Gittin and his Mustang.
They were preparing to line up again but Gittin suffered engine malfunctions. He
faced a 4 point deficit to Forsberg and decided it would be impossible to
recover. Forsberg took first place in Formula Drift Round Five. Gittin was
second and Ken Gushi rounded out third place.
Forsberg uses K&N Engineering Oil (HP-1003) and Air Filters (RC-5004). “Overall
it was an exciting weekend,” he said. “All the pieces fell into place. We are
very happy to be back in 2nd place overall.”
Chris Forsberg Racing is also in the lead of the Triple Crown points race, with
only a final round at Irwindale Speedway remaining. The separate race rewards
the highest ranked driver from the Atlanta, Infineon and Irwindale races with a
large cash prize. Forsberg won both the Atlanta and the Infineon events and is
far ahead of the pack. A solid finish at Irwindale Speedway will lock up the
Triple Crown.
Gittin is one of the top drifters in the world. The 26-year-old Annapolis,
Maryland resident competes against top drivers from Japan, England, Ireland,
Malaysia and New Zealand. He is frequently the highest ranked American in
competitions.
Gittin has used K&N Engineering products since he was 16-years-old. “I saw all
the research and knew K&N Air and Oil Filters were right for me,” he said. “My
professional relationship with K&N began about 4-years-ago. I was moving up the
ranks in drifting and walked over to the K&N booth at an event. I introduced
myself asked for a sponsorship and the rest is history.”
The next Formula Drift event will be held September 7 and 8 at Wall TWP Speedway
in Wall, New Jersey.
Follow Vaughn Gittin Jr. and Chris Forsberg 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.
For the few who require a pickup truck larger than the Chevrolet Silverado or
the GMC Sierra, GM offers a pickup version of its seriously large GMC TopKick
and Chevrolet Kodiak chassis. Typically the Kodiak and the TopKick are used as
dump trucks, moving vans, school or shuttle buses, but these over-the-top pickup
bodies are designed for everyday use and to keep up with traffic. They also put
you eye to eye with most big rigs.
Air Intake for GM Topkick and Chevy Kodiak CK4500 and 5500
K&N Engineering has designed a High Flow Air Intake System (77-3063KTK) in
textured black for the 2004 and 2005 GM TopKick 4500/5500 Duramax Diesels.
See applications list below.
Power Gain Chart for Chevy Topkick with K&N Air Intake
K&N dynamometer test show a 14.92 horsepower gain @ 2612 RPM. Model years
2004-2005 of the 4500/5500 Duramax received a 29.99 ft-lb increase @2612rpm. K&N Engineers replaced the TopKick's original
intake assembly with an all-new High Flow Air Intake design. The new system gets
air from the O/E fresh air inlet through an oversized conical shaped K&N
High-Flow Air Filter (RC -5165) that never needs to be replaced.
A powder coated steel heat shield mounts in place of the stock air box. It
protects the chrome top K&N Air Filter and isolates it from engine heat. As air
passes the filter, it travels though the black textured powder coated aluminum
tube and a 90-degree silicone hose that is attached to the throttle body.
The 77-3063KTK retains the use of the O/E Mass Airflow Sensor and attaches to
the CNC-machined MAF sensor mount welded to the intake tube. It takes about 90 minutes
to install this K&N Air Intake which is backed by the famous
K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty.
Australian riders dominated the podium in the chase for the 2007 Speedway World
Champion Grand Prix Series at Malilla, Sweden last weekend. Leigh Adams took
first place and Defending World Speedway Champ Jason Crump took third place on
the podium.
Jason Crump uses K&N Engineering Products, photo courtesy of Ginger Racing
For Crump, the result was satisfying considering he is still
recovering from surgery to his left knee less than two weeks ago. “My knee stood
up to the racing well,” said Crump. “The doctors did a great job getting me back
in the saddle so quickly, but there is still room for improvement with my
fitness and my riding.”
The 32-year-old World Champion went from sixth to fifth position in points
standings at Prague and has now moved up to fourth place overall. “I am picking
up positions one by one,” said Crump. “There are still four more rounds to go in
the championship so I am focusing on picking up as many points as possible right
now until the last Grand Prix. Only then will we now who will be the World
Speedway Champion in 2007.”
Crump also suffered a severe ankle injury during a race at Longio, Italy.
“Blocking out the pain is a difficult thing to do and something that takes
practice. Once I am at a meet my mind is focused on the job at hand and when I’m
on the bike my adrenalin takes over from the pain.”
Crump uses K&N Engineering products. “The K&N Filters keep the dirt out of the
engine,” he said. “In good or bad weather K&N is the best for dirt track
racing.”
Round 8 of the Grand Prix series takes place at Daugavpils, Latvia on Saturday
August 25.
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.
