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International Trucks and Busses Get a Washable Reusable Heavy Duty Commercial Grade Air Filter

Feb 19, 2013

Heavy Duty Commercial Grade Diesel Air Filter

K&N's replacement air filter part 38-2026S is a drop in replacement for heavy duty commercial grade trucks and busses. The 38-2026S and other K&N heavy duty air filters are made to replace the standard factory air filter in your truck's air cleaner housing. The 38-2026S is made with K&N's contemporary non-woven lofted synthetic media which is held together with a signature epoxy coated aluminum wire mesh. The wire mesh encases the synthetic pleats creating a super strong filter core. This core is supported further with a ridged metal casing powder coated black. The synthetic air filter media traps harmful particles while its low restriction helps your engine run better.

A few of the trucks and busses the 38-2026S may be used on are listed below, however, make sure you cross reference your existing air filter to make sure the 38-2026S will fit your truck or bus.

Krystal Koach International 3200 Bus with IH DT466E Engine or VT-365 Engine
International 3200IM Bus Chassis with VT-365 Engine
International 4100 Truck with VT-365 Engine
International 4200 Truck with VT-230 Engine or VT-365 Engine
International 4300 Truck with IH DT466E Engine
International 4400 Truck with IH DT466E Enginem, IH DT466HT Engine, IH DT530 Engine or IH DT570 Engine
International 7300 Truck with IH D-466 Engine or IH DT466E Engine
International 7400 Truck with DT-530 Engine, DT-570 Engine, IH DT-466 Engine, or IH DT466E Engine
International 8500 Truck with HT-530 Engine or HT-570 Engine

The K&N 38-2026S is a cleanable and reusable air filter that can be washed, dried and re-installed. This filter can be cleaned using our simple heavy duty degreaser 99-0638 with a water hose, power washer or truck washing equipment. Once the filter is dry it can be re-installed into the air cleaner housing as no oil is required. These heavy duty filters are very easy to clean. This standard flow air filter should be cleaned from the inside out opposite of the way the air flows.

The 38-2026S heavy duty air filter has a radial seal to insure maximum filtration. The round rubber flange seals to your air box by pressing firmly against it. The radial seal forces air to go through the filter media and not around it. This filter comes with a 3 year 300,000 mile warranty and should be cleaned once a year, every 100,000 miles or when your restiction guage says it's time. With the 38-2026S you will save money by not throwing it away like disposable air filters.

K&N 38-2026S cross references to the following:

Baldwin RS4636
Carquest 88870
Donaldson P606503
Fleetguard AF25707
Fram CA9346
International Harvester 3532799-C1 or 3532799C1
Luber-Finer LAF9097MXM
Luber-Finer LAF9099
Napa 6870
WIX 46870

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2012 to 2015 Jeep Wrangler V6 Models Gain More Horsepower with K&N Performance Air Intake System

Feb 19, 2013

Air Intake for 2012 to 2015 Jeep Wrangler 3.6L

Jeep Wranglers are notorious for being the ultimate off-road vehicle. They are used by park rangers, fire departments, police, and the U.S. military. These authority figures probably choose this vehicle because of its ability to maneuver through rough terrain, and stay on all fours while doing so. Whether you are on the trails, driving around the beach, or cruising on the highway, Jeep Wrangler models have proven adaptive in all types of conditions. No doubt the suspension, chassis, and body of the 2013 Wrangler is quite impressive and when combined with the 3.6 liter V6 engine, it is bound to turn heads.

When your destination is uncertain or if you are just out to have some fun, extra horsepower is not a bad idea. K&N's 77-1566KP air intake system is guaranteed to increase horsepower and torque in your 2012 to 2015 Jeep Wrangler with the 3.6 liter engine.

77-1566KP installed on a 2012 Jeep Wrangler 3.6L

This performance air intake is a free-flowing mandrel-bent aluminum tube induction system, which is built to dramatically decrease intake restriction as it smoothens and straightens air flow. This allows the Wrangler's engine to breathe easier than the OEM air box assembly. More air means extra usable power and acceleration throughout the engine's RPM range.

The cone-shaped air filter (RF-1048) included in the kit is washable and reusable, which means money will be saved in the long run by eliminating the need to purchase a new disposable replacement OEM filter every few-thousand miles. The driver also avoids the need to throw away the dirty filters every time it's changed. This helps reduce unnecessary waste in our landfills, while supporting a healthy environment. K&N air intake air filters can be used for up to 100,000 miles between cleanings, depending on driving conditions.

Dyno results for a 2012 Jeep Wrangler with 77-1566KP installed

K&N air intake 77-1566KP is equipped with a heat shield that helps deflect heat from the engine especially during idle. This helps cooler air get to the motor and it can result in better performance. This K&N air intake system uses a chrome like finished aluminum tube that is machined specifically for the 3.6 liter Jeep Wrangler. With an estimated gain of 10.2 Horsepower at 5600 RPM and 8.6 ft/lb of torque at 4188 RPM, this air intake can be a vital improvement for any off-road enthusiast. But don't think the extra horsepower you gain is exclusively for the off-roader; a K&N air intake can prove beneficial to any vehicle and provide additional performance when you need it.

Installation is easy with common hand tools, since 77-1566KP contains step-by-step instructions that include photos to make adding performance simple. Last, but certainly not least, 77-1566KP comes backed by K&N's Million Mile Limited Warranty.

K&N 77-1566KP will fit the following Jeep Wrangler models:

2015 Jeep Wrangler 3.6L V6
2014 Jeep Wrangler 3.6L V6
2013 Jeep Wrangler 3.6L V6
2012 Jeep Wrangler 3.6L V6

For a full list of K&N air intake systems for Jeep Wrangler models, visit the Jeep Wrangler Air Intakes page on KNFilters.com.

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K&N High-Flow Air Filter Assembly for USAC Ford Focus Midget Racing

Feb 19, 2013

Complete view of USAC Ford Focus Midget Racing Air Filter Assembly 55-1040

K&N gives racers an edge with their high flow, washable and reusable performance air filters. When it comes to racing, K&N has the most innovative products designed to protect your engine while giving you an edge. As the USAC IGNITE Midget Racing Series continues to grow in popularity, so has the demand for a more performance oriented reusable air filter and it was out of this demand that that K&N's USAC Ford Focus Midget air filter assembly 55-1040 and high flow air filter RE-0970, were born.

Before the 55-1040 air filter assembly was available the only way to get a performance air filter was through a custom design. The only other option was to use a standard air cleaner or nothing at all. Well, with the release of K&N's RE-0970, all of that has changed.

Base plate view of USAC Ford Focus Midget Racing Air Filter Assembly 55-1040

The amazing strength of racing grows from its ability to create the need for greater competition. May it be the need for change, the advancement of technology, the design and engineering of a new product or new opportunities, racing will continue to grow in all directions. There are always racing classes and spots that come and go, however, the USAC Ford Focus Midget series is one of the sports that has been time tested.

There is a long history of open-wheel car racing with the original starters coming from Roadsters and Midgets. Even though Midgets have not received as much attention in the past the concept has never faded away. And it is with this that the Midget racing series is becoming one of the fastest growing classes today.

Replacement element for USAC Ford Focus Midget Racing Air Filter Assembly

Before the Ford Focus Midget series existed, Keith Iaia wanted to change the Midget world. He met with Ford Racing and Tommy Hunt to create the Ford Focus Midget racing series, known as the "USAC IGNITE Midget racing series today. The engines originally were supplied by Keith Iaia and SCREAM, Inc. in San Miguel, California, however currently the engines are supplied by Roush Yates Performance Products.

The 55-1040 K&N air filter assembly, which includes the washable and reusable RE-0970 air filter, is designed to fit these engines and it is easy to install. The assembly also comes with an electro-galvanized base, a black powder-coated metal mounting plate to attach the filter to the velocity stacks and all required mounting hardware.

Not only does the K&N air filter RE-0970 offer improved performance, it also provides excellent protection for your race engine. The quality materials used to manufacture 55-1040 are backed with a 1-Year Limited Warranty from defective materials or workmanship. So get your hands on these filters and see what they can do for your race car.

If you are interested in midget racing take a look at these news stories: Ventura Racing Association Midget Champion , USAC Ford Focus California Dirt Series Win for K&N or USAC National Midget Wilke-Pak Motorsports

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Gary GEE Armstrong Wins 2012 Pacific Northwest Sand Drag Series Championship

Feb 18, 2013

GEE hit the green light faster and more consistently in 2012 than 39 of his rivals.

"The story of G: In school, because of the length of my last name I always signed my name with a huge, scribbled, difficult to copy 'G,' just to save work. It's become my legal signature, so everyone started calling me Gee." That's K&N sponsored pro ATV sand drag racer Gary "GEE" Armstrong's explanation and he's sticking with it. The Florence, Oregon resident wrapped up his 2012 season by winning the Sport Bike 2 Division Championship of the Pacific Northwest Sand Drag Race Series. Armstrong also claimed second place in the Pro 2 Division of the series. Each Division runs 14 races which are scheduled from May through October, and this year the grid was filled with 40 of the most competitive racers from throughout the Pacific Northwest.

The Sport Bike 2 Division Championship of the Pacific Northwest Sand Drag Race Series was Gary "GEE" Armstrong's first title crown.

"In 2011, I finished in fifth place in Sport Bike 2 and seventh place in the Pro 2 Division. But in 2010, my rookie year as a pro racer, I'd won the Oregon Off-road Racing Association's huge western regional Pro Race, so I knew I could perform better. My racing goal and training for 2012 was to finish in the top three in both the Sport Bike and Pro Divisions. It was a bold reach for me."

With so many motorsports to choose from and so little time, it's worth noting that sand drag racing continues to be one of the fastest growing new motorsport options. Like traditional drag racing, sand racing involves two combatants waiting for the green light, only instead of hearing huge tires probing desperately for traction, there's a visual explosion of sand shooting skyward like a massive North Shore breaker.

"Although the competition in both divisions was incredibly intense this season, our K&N filtered, Florence Yamaha YFZ kept us as first place points leader in both the Sport Bike and Pro Divisions for over halfway into the season, like into July," Armstrong recalls. "That's when I realized I actually had a shot at winning both the Sport Bike 2 and Pro 2 championships!"

After winning one title and finishing runner-up in another Armstrong is focused on winning both championships in 2013.

After making that realization Armstrong continued to trade between first and second place throughout championship points chase of both Divisions, and at several points he was tied for first. "It was a great show," said Armstrong. "The fans and promoters loved it. It was what racing should be, suspenseful, nail-biting, tight contests between two of us at the top wanting to claim both division titles!"

During a race in August Armstrong's engine case cracked. "Oil was leaking out of the crack after I won my heats," he said. "It was a potential 'game over' for my season and the end of any hopes I had of winning a championship. But my Florence Yamaha and Redline engine builder sponsors said 'Hey, you've worked your way into a good shot at two championships, let's not give it away!' Yamaha rushed us the parts and Redline worked overtime on the rebuild, finishing it the day before the next race."

During the rebuild they also discovered Armstrong's engine had a cracked cylinder head, but there was no time to get a new one ported and ready for the next race. "The head wasn't leaking coolant yet, so we huddled together again and decided to stay in the championship hunt and risk blowing the engine."

The gamble paid off as Armstrong won the Sport Bike 2 race that weekend and tied yet again for first place in Pro 2. And that's how things set up for him heading into the finals.

"In the finals I won the Sport Bike 2 Championship and ended up in second place in the Pro 2 series. This is my first championship and there's just no greater feeling of accomplishment than winning this! I just want to thank everyone for their support from sponsors to spectators. My dad's always telling me, 'If you can dream it, you can do it.' He's right!"

"I'm already training for the 2013 race season and racing locally, but my first official race of 2013 is April 5-7 at the 36th Annual Central Valley Sportsmen's and Car Show at the Kern County Fairgrounds in Bakersfield, California. In May, the Sand Drag Race Series fires up in the Pacific Northwest. I'm here to race and have fun, but I'm aiming to win both Series' titles in 2013!"

Other K&N racing stories about ATV off road racing include Motoworks' John Natalie and Chad Wienen Go One and Two at Ballance MX, K&N's Can-Am Motoworks Finishes First, Third and Fifth in WORCS Season Opener, Can-Am/Motoworks' Josh Frederick Wins 2010 WORCS Pro ATV Championship and Team MCR Racing's Davi Haagsma and Julie Russell Win WORCS Championships.

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Lamb Motorsports' NHRA Drag Racing Team Experience Stellar 2012 Season

Feb 18, 2013

Siblings, Justin and Ryen Lamb, were both introduced to the sport of racing at an early age and presently race in the NHRA.

Anyone with brothers or sisters would likely agree that although sporting their own individual characteristics, they share similarities with their siblings; if for no other reason, they were raised in the same environment. Justin and Ryen Lamb are no different in that sense, and one would suspect that their conversations often lean in one direction in particular- racing.

Although inly 25-years-old, Justin Lamb is already solidifying his reputation as a winner in NHRA drag racing.

They were introduced to the sport of racing at very young ages, and have in fact, been manning dragsters for many years. Members of the Lamb Motorsports team, they have both seen their fair share of success, and experienced stellar seasons in 2012.

Continuing his quest to become a household name in the NHRA racing world, Justin Lamb cinched a multitude of wins in a variety of categories during the most previous season. At only 25-years of age, he recently earned his ninth NHRA national event win of his young career while racing in the Super Stock class at the Fram Autolite Nationals in Sonoma, California.

The driver also took four victories last season while on the NHRA Lucas Oil divisional tour. In fact, he walked away from the LOORS event, in Fallon, Nevada, with a rare double victory, after scoring in both the Competition Eliminator and Super Gas classes. At the season's end he was ranked ninth in the NHRA national standings.

Ryen Lamb recently experienced her quickest and fastest career run- 6.93 at 192 miles-per-hour.

As he solidifies his reputation in NHRA racing, Justin's records continue to stack up. In fact, he is a 13-time division series winner and has lined up in nineteen final round appearances.

"I have been racing since I was eight-years-old," recalled the driver. It all started with my father's interest in racing. He had drag boats for many years before he decided to get away from drag boat racing and to get into something new," continued Justin. "I was about seven years old and attending a car show with him when we saw a Jr. Dragster on display.This has all just come from one simple car show."

Looking back at 2012, the driver said, "I would say my most rewarding win of the season came in Sonoma California at the national event. It came after a very bad weekend in Denver, where I lost two close races that I made bad mistakes on. I went into Sonoma a little down and came out winning the event. It really made up for the week prior."

"I am not sure what the key to success was this season," he continued. "But I believe to keep prospering in the future will take a lot of hard work, both on the cars and as a driver, and focus on technology as products and race cars improve."

While Justin Lamb continues to earn notoriety in the sport, his younger sister, Ryen, has quietly been building her resume as well. In fact, the 18-year-old driver experienced her first event win during the 2012 season, at the K&N Super Comp Association event in Las Vega, Nevada. Throughout the season, Ryen also managed to post several late-round finishes, including three quarterfinal appearances. During her first season in Top Dragster, she recorded her quickest and fastest run of her career - 6.93 at 192 miles per-hour.

"I started racing "big cars" right after my sixteenth birthday," she recalled, "so I am going on my third year. Prior to that, I raced jr. dragsters four or five years when I was younger. I have grown up around racing," Ryen explained. "My brother is seven years older than me, and he started racing around the time I was born. So racing is all I have ever known."

"During a race, I tend to forget how fast I am actually going," she shared. "Our races are only a couple of seconds long, but when you are in the car, so much is happening in such a little time that it seems a lot longer. Racing and going fast is such a rush. There are so many decisions and things you must do in a very short distance. You are so focused on the job at hand, you forget about the speed you are traveling."

When asked the key to victories during the upcoming season, she continued, "I think confidence and momentum will definitely bring me success. Towards the end of last year, I began driving a lot better than I had before; I was confident in my abilities and decisions, and began going more and more rounds. By building on that confidence, I plan on having my most successful year to date."

Justin and Ryen Lamb are looking forward to what the future holds and are both acutely aware that their success will depend a great deal upon proper maintenance of their cars. Strong advocates of keeping the internal components of their engines contaminant free they depend upon K&N products for their filtering needs.

"Every product that K&N makes is a great quality product," Justin explained. "We use many of them on our race cars. The air filters do a great job protecting the engine while not hurting the performance of the cars. Their oil filters are second to none, and we have never had a problem with them coming apart and losing oil pressure, as I had with other brands while using light-weight racing oil for competition Eliminator. Also the nut at the bottom, for putting them on and taking them off, really helps also. I have been using K&N products for about ten years now."

With 2012 behind them and the 2013 season just around the corner, Justin and Ryen Lamb are already geared up and ready to roll. With a little luck, perseverance and a skillful eye on the track, they are anticipating many victories ahead.

Other K&N racing stories about Lamb Motorsports Team Drag Racing include Justin Lamb Wins 25th Anniversary Sonoma Nationals NHRA Super Stock Wally, Justin Lamb Adds Sonoma NHRA National Super Stock Victory to His Growing 2012 Resume, 2012 NHRA Competition Eliminator Trophy Goes to Justin Lamb at Firebird Int'l Raceway, Lamb Motorsports - Three Wins, Three Classes, in Three Separate Cars, in Eight Days, Justin Lamb Wins Super Gas at Sonoma NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Nationals and Justin Lamb Wins Super Chevy Show in Las Vegas.

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