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K&N sponsored Jonathan Allard and the Tri-C Motorsports team worked all week to get a new car finished before Friday night at Silver Dollar Speedway in Chico, California

K&N^® sponsored Jonathan Allard and the Tri-C Motorsports team worked all week to get a new car finished before Friday night at Silver Dollar Speedway in Chico, California. Allard got his weekend kicked off on Friday night by timing the Tri-C Manufacturing/K&N/ButlerBuilt No. 3c machine in second fastest during qualifying time trials. Allard lined up in the second row of his heat race and kept his elbows up as he powered his way into the lead for the win. With his finish in the heat, Allard earned himself a spot in the feature even redraw.

Pulling the six, Jonathan Allard lined the K&N filters equipped Amerikote/King Racing Products/BR Motorsports backed No. 3c machine in the third row for the 25-lap feature event. From his third row starting position, Allard was quick to work his way forward, as he reeled in Andy Forsberg on the fourth lap, and made his move exiting turn four to complete lap five. Once out in front, Allard flexed his muscle and set sail on the field as he was flawless out front and picked up his third win of the season in the United States. “It was a long week, but it was great to come out of the gate and pick up a win,” Allard said.

Jonathan Allard got his weekend kicked off on Friday night by timing the Tri-C Manufacturing/K&N/ButlerBuilt No. 3c machine in second fastest during qualifying time trials

The K&N supported Tri-C Motorsports team packed up and headed to Stockton, California the following night for the King of the West Series. Jonathan Allard got his night started by timing in 11th fastest. Lining up on the front row of his heat race, Allard got the jump and picked up the win and also advanced to the night’s dash. Allard started on the front row of the dash eventually finishing second and securing a front row starting spot for the 30-lap feature event. As the feature event went green, Allard, Bud Kaeding, and Tyler Walker battled for the top spot down the front stretch.

From the third row, Jonathan Allard was quick to work his way forward; once out front, Allard flexed his muscle and set sail on the field as he was flawless out front and picked up the win

Getting into turn one, a car got a bit out of control in front of Allard, and as he took action to avoid contact, Allard flipped his race car upside-down. The K&N sponsored Tri-C Motorsports crew worked feverishly in the pit area to make the restart. Unfortunately Allard had to restart from the tail end of the field. Working hard to move forward in the pack, Allard made it back inside the Top-10, only to see a part fail on the 19th lap, and bring his night to an early end. “It was shaping up to be a very good weekend for this team and I hate to see it end like it did with a crash and some tore up parts,” Allard said. “We have all been working hard, and it was good to get back into victory lane on Friday night.”

Jonathan Allard would like to thank Tri-C Manufacturing, K&N, ButlerBuilt, Amerikote, King Racing Products, BR Motorsports, Red Line Oil, KSE Racing Products, Weld Wheels, NGK Spark Plugs, FK Rod Ends, Hunt Magnetos, Longacre Products, RCM Design, Ti64, A.R.T. Speed Equipment, AL Driveline, and Hoosier Tire for their support. Allard will be back at the Silver Dollar Speedway on Friday nights for weekly point racing before heading to the Stockton Dirt Track with the King of the West Series.

K&N replacement air filter, number E-0662, for 2012-2015 Ford Ranger 2.2L Duratorq L4 diesel, 2.5L L4 petrol, or the 3.2L Duratorq engines and 2012-2016 Mazda BT50 2.2L and 3.2L engines

The Ford Ranger was once the most popular compact truck in the United States. The Ranger held this title for 17 of the 30 years it was sold in North America. Unfortunately, declining sales in the compact truck market and improved fuel efficiency for the Ford F-150, led Ford to discontinue the North American Ranger in 2012. At the same time, Ford introduced a new global Ford Ranger that is larger in size than the outgoing platform and includes several diesel engine options in addition to the fuel efficient Mazda-derived 2.5L L4 engine.

Using ISO Coarse dust, 22% of which is around the size of a human blood cell, K&N replacement air filter E-0662 was rated at 99.04% efficient overall

Codenamed the T6, the global market Ford Ranger is sold in 180 countries, including the Middle East, Mexico, and South America. Owners of 2012 to 2015 Ford Ranger models, not including the 2012 Ford Ranger sold in the U.S. or Canada, can upgrade the performance of their mid-size pickup truck with the superior airflow and superior performance of a K&N replacement air filter. K&N replacement air filter E-0662 will fit 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015 Ford Ranger models with the 2.2L Duratorq L4 diesel, 2.5L L4 petrol engine, or the 3.2L Duratorq inline-five cylinder diesel engine. This air filter is designed as a simple drop-in performance upgrade without any need for further modifications.

The K&N replacement air filter for 2012-2015 Ford Ranger 2.2L, 2.5L, or 3.2L models and 2012-2016 Mazda BT50 2.2L and 3.2L diesel trucks has been designed and tested to withstand the harsh environments that a Ford Ranger might be subjected to. Taking filtration one step further, K&N replacement air filter E-0662 is made with 4-layers of K&N’s special tight weave premium cotton gauze. Following internationally recognized ISO 5011 testing protocol, K&N has performed in-house filtration testing to ensure that this air filter will provide increased airflow without sacrificing filtration efficiency. Using ISO Coarse dust, 22% of which is around the size of a human blood cell, K&N replacement air filter E-0662 was rated at 99.04% efficient overall.

Most K&N replacement air filters, including the 2012-2015 Ford Ranger and 2012-2016 Mazda BT50 air filter, are hand-made in the United States. K&N air filters are covered by a 10-year/million mile limited warranty, or 1.6 million kilometers, to ensure 2012-2015 Ford Ranger and 2012-2016 Mazda BT50 owners are buying the World’s best air filter. K&N replacement air filters are easy to wash and return to service using one of the many K&N air filter cleaning products available.

Buying K&N replacement air filter, number E-0662, is one of the easiest upgrades owners of the following Ford Ranger pickup trucks can make:

2018 Ford Ranger 3.2L L5 Diesel Engine
2017 Ford Ranger 3.2L L5 Diesel Engine
2017 Ford Ranger 2.2L L4 Diesel Engine
2016 Mazda BT50 3.2L L5 Diesel Engine
2016 Mazda BT50 2.2L L4 Diesel Engine
2016 Ford Ranger 3.2L L5 Diesel Engine
2016 Ford Ranger 2.2L L4 Diesel Engine
2015 Mazda BT50 3.2L L5 Diesel Engine
2015 Mazda BT50 2.2L L4 Diesel Engine
2015 Ford Ranger 3.2L L5 Diesel Engine
2015 Ford Ranger 2.5L L4 Fuel Injection
2015 Ford Ranger 2.2L L4 Diesel Engine
2014 Mazda BT50 3.2L L5 Diesel Engine
2014 Mazda BT50 2.2L L4 Diesel Engine
2014 Ford Ranger 3.2L L5 Diesel Engine
2014 Ford Ranger 2.5L L4 Fuel Injection
2014 Ford Ranger 2.2L L4 Diesel Engine
2013 Mazda BT50 3.2L L5 Diesel Engine
2013 Mazda BT50 2.2L L4 Diesel Engine
2013 Ford Ranger 3.2L L5 Diesel Engine
2013 Ford Ranger 2.5L L4 Fuel Injection
2013 Ford Ranger 2.2L L4 Diesel Engine
2012 Mazda BT50 3.2L L5 Diesel Engine
2012 Mazda BT50 2.2L L4 Diesel Engine
2012 Ford Ranger 3.2L L5 Diesel Engine
2012 Ford Ranger 2.5L L4 Fuel Injection
2012 Ford Ranger 2.2L L4 Diesel Engine
2011 Ford Ranger 3.2L L5 Diesel Engine
2011 Ford Ranger 2.2L L4 Diesel Engine

K&N replacement air filter E-0662 serves as a replacement for the disposable Ford air filter, number 1720719.

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By replacing the stock hosing & enclosed air box of 2014-2016 Jeep Cherokee 3.2L models a K&N air intake is able to improve performance

The Jeep Cherokee model has a long history in the Jeep lineup. First produced in 1974 by the American Motors Corporation (AMC), the term “Sport Utility” first appeared in the 1974 Jeep Cherokee SJ sales brochure. Later on the Jeep XJ Cherokee began the modern sport utility vehicle trend spawning copycat models such as the Ford Explorer. The Jeep Liberty KJ was introduced in 2001 as a replacement for the Cherokee, however, outside of North America the Liberty was known as a Jeep Cherokee KJ. Jeep discontinued the Liberty and resurrected the Cherokee in the United States with the introduction of the 2014 Jeep Cherokee KL crossover SUV.

K&N reusable air filter RF-1048 is included with the 2014-2016 Jeep Cherokee 3.2L intake for superior airflow and superior performance

The 2014, 2015 and 2016 Jeep Cherokee KL can be equipped with either the standard 2.4-liter Tigershark I4, or a smaller version of Chrysler’s corporate engine the 3.2L Pentastar V6 engine. 2014, 2015 and 2016 Jeep Cherokee KL owners who opted for the EPA estimated 29 MPG and 271 horsepower FlexFuel V6 can easily outfit their Jeep crossover SUV with the superior airflow and superior performance associated with a K&N Aircharger air intake system. Typically, the factory air intake tubing, stock air filter box, and disposable air filter is a significant point of restriction in modern fuel injected cars or trucks. Because of this fact, K&N has developed an Aircharger air intake system for the 2014, 2015 and 2016 Jeep Cherokee 3.2L V6 designed to free up horsepower by eliminating these restrictive factory components.

The 2014-2016 Jeep Cherokee 3.2L K&N intake includes an application specific air filter heat shield to help keep inlet air temperatures within factory tolerances

By replacing the stock accordion hosing & enclosed air box of 2014-2016 Jeep Cherokee 3.2L models with a roto-molded HDPE air intake tube coupled to an open element K&N reusable air filter, K&N air intake system 63-1569 is able to provide an estimated additional 7.53 horsepower and 4.58 lb-ft of torque. Additionally, the K&N reusable air filter RF-1048 included with the 2014-2016 Jeep Cherokee 3.2L intake is protected by an application specific air filter heat shield to help keep inlet air temperatures (IAT) within factory tolerances. For Cherokee owners who take their 2014, 2015 or 2016 KL off-road, K&N offers a water repellant Drycharger^® air filter wrap, number RF-1048DK, to extend service intervals.

K&N air intake system, number 63-1569, was able to provide a 2014 Jeep Cherokee 3.2L with an estimated additional 7.53 HP and 4.58 lb-ft of torque

K&N backs its air filters and air intake systems with a 10-year/million mile limited warranty so Cherokee owners can rest assured that their intake system can withstand a trip to Moab, Utah or a trip to the grocery store. Whether 2014-2016 Jeep Cherokee KL owners use their crossover SUV as a fuel efficient grocery getter, or for conquering a rugged trail, the K&N 63-1569 Aircharger Air Intake system will provide increased performance with better engine sound for years to come.

K&N performance air intake system 63-1569 is guaranteed to increase horsepower and torque on the Jeep Cherokee models listed below:

2016 Jeep Cherokee 3.2L V6
2015 Jeep Cherokee 3.2L V6
2014 Jeep Cherokee 3.2L V6

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Laguna Hills HS received a donated 1966 Ford F100 pickup as a class restoration project and instructor Timothy Chambers worked to secure a grant from the Hagerty Education Program

Laguna Hills HS automotive students installed new brakes; steering, suspension, wheels and tires to allow the 1966 Ford F100 pickup to cruise safely down the street with a mild custom stance

Opened in 1978, Laguna Hills High School (LHHS) is a relatively small high school in the Southern California beach community of Laguna Hills. Excelling in academics and athletics, LHHS also has a fully functioning Automotive Technology program, which is part of Coastline Regional Occupational Program (ROP). Laguna Hills automotive students can use the LHHS auto program to receive course credit at two local community colleges enabling students to continue their automotive education and possibly turn a passion for the automotive industry into a career.

In the summer of 2012, Laguna Hills High School students received a donated 1966 Ford F100 pickup to be used as a class restoration project. Instructor Timothy Chambers worked with Coastline ROP to apply for and secure a $10,000 grant in money from the Hagerty Education Program. The Hagerty Education Program awards scholarships and educational grants to organizations committed to "hands-on education" and making a difference in the lives of young people through the appeal of historic vehicles and vessels. The students aptly named the project “Restoration 66: Connecting Students with Cars, History, Family, and Community”.

Before any work on the 1966 Ford F100 pickup could begin, LHHS students were asked to construct a plan for the restoration, and line up all the parts and pieces they would need. Timothy Chambers tasked the students with researching the role of the automobile in their own family’s history. There were many great stories spanning multiple generations, each centered on how a simple machine somehow played a significant role in their lives.

LHHS automotive students prepped the body before a beautiful coat of bright Porsche Red paint was sprayed by One Day Paint and Body to make this truck standout in a crowd

Timothy Chambers and his automotive students knew the big Ford 390 engine needed superior airflow in order to obtain superior performance so they used round K&N air filter, # E-3699

Once a plan was made for the theme of the truck, the restoration work began. The interior was completely gutted, the aging 352 cubic inch engine was removed, suspension and steering components were removed and replaced, and the body was prepped for paint. A custom upholstered seat and headliner from George’s Upholstery makes the interior very classic and comfortable.

A blueprinted 390 cubic inch engine now sits underneath the hood, breathing through a chrome Ford Racing air cleaner with K&N air filter element, and a custom exhaust system installed by Collins Exhaust. New brakes, steering, suspension, wheels and tires allow the truck to cruise safely down the street with a mild custom stance. A beautiful coat of bright Porsche Red paint sprayed by One Day Paint and Body makes this truck standout in a crowd.

Timothy Chambers and his automotive students knew the big Ford 390 engine needed superior airflow in order to obtain superior performance. A round K&N air filte E-3699 allows the Ford big block engine to breathe easily without sacrificing filtration. The 13.125” x 4.0” air filter fits perfectly inside the chrome Ford Racing air cleaner assembly.

Chambers and the LHHS students are very proud of how the restoration of the truck turned out, and plan to take it to many car shows and events. None of the work completed would have been possible without the grant and assistance provided by the Hagerty Education Program, and vendors who provided product or offered discounts on parts to finish the build, including:

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Murray Racing set out to conquer the 47th Annual Bud Light SCORE BAJA 500 in only their second race in their new K&N filters equipped Can-Am Maverick Max Turbo UTV

Leaving the 2015 Baja 500 starting line at 1 PM, Jason Murray took on driver’s duties for the first half of the 510 mile race with Monty Aldrich as navigator and quickly took the lead

The Murray Racing crew of Jason & Derek Murray, Bill Kugel, Monty Aldrich, Bob Jones, and Aaron Juarez set out to conquer the 47th Annual Bud Light SCORE BAJA 500 in only their second race in the new Can-Am Maverick Max Turbo. The Murray Racing crew had counted on some additional pit crew help, however, when the time came they would have to rely on just six people to race, chase, and pit for 500 miles across the northern Mexico desert. With such a new race vehicle this presents a huge challenge, however the Murray Racing team double and triple checked everything to ensure that the 2015 Baja 500 wouldn’t be the team’s first DNF in over 35 Best in the Desert series races.

Come race day the number 1917 K&N filters equipped Can-Am Maverick Max Turbo left the starting line second in the UTV Class 19 around 1:00 PM. Jason Murray took on driver’s duties for the first half of the 510 mile race with Monty Aldrich acting as navigator. Murray Racing quickly passed the lead UTV and built up a hefty lead due to a traffic jam further back. That lead didn’t last long when a cracked wheel forced Jason and Monty to pull over and install the spare. This, combined with a roll over in a silt bed, put Murray Racing in sixth place as they came through the race pits at race mile 105.

After refueling, giving the K&N equipped Maverick Turbo a once-over for damage, and loading up a new spare tire Murray Racing was off again and headed toward a 40-mile section of brutally tough whoops. Jason Murray and Monty Aldrich made up several positions through the whoops section as many competitors, from several classes, were stopped on the course after breaking something. Sailing through toward the second pit at race mile 267 the number 1917 Can-Am Maverick was back in second place.

Derek Murray and Bill Kugel sailed through race mile 320 passing two other UTV racers at a pit stop putting the # 1917 K&N powered Can-Am Maverick Max Turbo back in second place

The 2015 Bud Light SCORE Baja 500 became a sprint to the finish line for Murray Racing with Derek Murray attempting to chase down the # 1932 UTV with a mere 50 yards to go

The team had another setback at race mile 255, just 12 miles from the next scheduled pit stop, when the Can-Am Maverick Max Turbo ran out of fuel. The team scrambled to grab their gear and supplies to head back to mile 255 where the number 1917 was sitting. After struggling to find the car and refuel it, Murray Racing was back in action with Derek Murray behind the wheel, and Bill Kugel navigating the # 1917 K&N filters equipped Can-Am Maverick Max Turbo. At that point the team was sitting in fourth in Class 19 UTV and prepared to make up for lost time as the sun began to set.

Derek Murray and Bill sailed through race mile 320 passing two other UTV racers stopped in their race pits. This put the # 1917 K&N powered Can-Am Maverick Max Turbo back in second place. During a fast section along the coast and cliffs, Derek suffered a loss of brakes in the Can-Am Maverick forcing him to race conservatively until the next pit stop at race mile 430. The crew diagnosed the braking issue as a loose banjo bolt on a rear caliper caused by a rock contacting the fitting and quickly made the repair. As quick as they were, it wasn’t quick enough, as the number 1932 UTV came by Murray Racing putting the team back in third.

Due to correction factors based on starting time, and penalties accrued while racing, the number 1932 UTV finished fourth in class with second place going to # 1917 Murray Racing

Now in third place with 80 miles to go, Derek Murray quickly caught the 1932 UTV making the pass and regaining second place. Another cracked wheel on the K&N filters sponsored # 1917 Can-Am Maverick Max Turbo necessitated a spare tire swap letting the 1932 UTV by once more. The Baja 500 quickly became a sprint to the finish line with Derek Murray attempting to chase down the # 1932 UTV with 50 yards to go. Unable to close those last 2 feet and make the pass in time, the number 1917 Can-Am Maverick Max Turbo of Murray Racing crossed the finish line third in Class 19 UTV.

The next afternoon official results were announced at an awards ceremony. Due to correction factors based on starting time, and penalties accrued while racing, the number 1932 UTV actually finished fourth in class with the second spot going to Murray Racing in the K&N equipped number 1917 Can-Am Maverick Max Turbo. With their second place finish in the 47th Annual Bud Light SCORE BAJA 500, Team Murray Racing moved up to first in the points standing with two more races to go.

Looking forward to their next race, from Las Vegas, Nevada to Reno, Nevada, Murray Racing already has the # 1917 Can-Am Maverick Max Turbo torn down to refresh, rebuilt, or replace parts. Murray Racing would like to thank their sponsors, who make outstanding products, including: Can Am, ITP wheels/tires, Lone Star Racing Suspension, Fox Shocks, K&N filters, Beard seats, Yoshimura exhaust, Bert’s UTV, Shorai batteries, Lazer Star lights, TORCO fluids, AMR graphics, Rugged Radios, and Monster Tire Seal. Plus they’d like to thank all their team members, wives, kids and the many friends who came out to support them.