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Four Door Nissan Maxima Sports Car Receives 13 More Horsepower with K&N Air Intake System

Sep 28, 2009

A sports car is typically defined as having two doors, and often does not have a rear seat. This is not true with the Nissan Maxima. In 1989 Nissan boldly began calling their flagship sedan a Four Door Sports Car, or 4DSC for short.

K&N's 69-7002TTK Performance Air Intake System for the 2009-2012 Nissan Maxima with a 3.5-liter V6

69-7002TTK installed on a 2009 Nissan Maxima 3.5-liter V6

More than 20 years later the Maxima’s sports car heritage is alive and well. The midsize Maxima is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 that is capable of producing 290 horsepower. Planting this power to the ground is a continuously variable transmission and an optional sport tuned suspension package.

2009 Nissan Maxima 3.5-liter V6

69-7002TTK increased horsepower by 13.25 HP @ 5249 RPM

Performance like this should turn the heads of some BMW and Mercedes owners as the Maxima flies past. Here to introduce even more performance to an already sporty sedan is K&N’s 69-7002TTK performance air intake system for the 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012 Nissan Maxima 3.5-liter V6 engine.

The Maxima’s high-tech 3.5-liter V6 with a continuously variable valve timing control system is an excellent candidate for one of K&N’s free-flowing mandrel-bent powder coated aluminum intake systems. K&N air intake 69-7002TTK replaces the Maxima’s stock intake tract while retaining the use of the factory fresh air intake duct.

K&N’s Research and Development Department tested a 2009 Nissan Maxima 3.5 liter V6 equipped with 69-7002TTK on our in-house dynamometer. Results showed horsepower increases across the RPM range with an extraordinary peak horsepower gain of 13.25 horsepower @ 5249 RPM! K&N air intake 69-7002TTK provides increased performance and an attractive black powder coated aluminum intake tube.

K&N intakes are designed to dramatically reduce intake restriction as they smooth and straighten airflow by replacing the factory air intake assembly with an aerodynamically engineered tube and an oversized conical air filter. With a K&N performance air intake system, consumers can count on increased acceleration and horsepower whether curving along a lonely country road, or heading to work.

This air intake system uses a conical shaped chrome top high-flow air filter (RC-2960) and powder coated aluminum heat shield in place of the vehicle's stock air box. The result is a high-flow air filter that captures harmful particles, provides a large surface area, and has a long service life. This K&N air filter performs for up to 100,000 miles before service is required depending on driving conditions.

K&N air intake 69-7002TTK takes about 90 minutes or less to install, using stock mounting points, requires no cutting or drilling, and is covered by the K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty®.

For increased protection and style, K&N offers a Drycharger® filter wrap, number 22-8049DK, which can be used in conjunction with part number 69-7002TTK. Drychargers® are made from a durable polyester material containing uniform micron openings which will stop small dirt particles and repel water; yet add little restriction to the airflow of your filter.

The K&N 69-7002TTK air intake system fits the following vehicles:
2016 Nissan Maxima 3.5L V6
2015 Nissan Maxima 3.5L V6
2014 Nissan Maxima 3.5L V6
2013 Nissan Maxima 3.5L V6
2012 Nissan Maxima 3.5L V6
2011 Nissan Maxima 3.5L V6
2010 Nissan Maxima 3.5L V6
2009 Nissan Maxima 3.5L V6

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World's Fastest Motorcycle is K&N Sponsored BUB Streamliner Seven

Sep 25, 2009

The K&N sponsored BUB Streamliner Seven has set a new motorcycle world record of 367.382 mph in the Land Speed Shootout on the Bonneville Salt Flats. That makes pilot Chris Carr the fastest man on two wheels.

The World's Fastest Motorcycle is the K&N sponsored BUB Streamliner Seven

In the first run of the day at the Salts, Carr was blown off course by a side wind. He went through the 4 ¼ mile marker flag on the edge of the course at over 300 mph. The run was aborted and the Bub Streamliner was taken back to the starting line for another attempt.

On the next run, Carr moved about 31 feet off his line in the measured mile but kept it wide open to record a run of 367.809 mph. The team then had only two hours to prepare the machine for his return run. For a Bonneville record, pilots must make two good runs and then average the speeds. Carr next went through the measured mile at 366.956 mph for a two way average of 367.382 mph and the new world record.

The K&N sponsored BUB Streamliner Seven is the first motorcycle to break 350 mph. It has a revolutionary composite frame and is equipped with a K&N oil filter, part number HP-3002.

The BUB Streamliner Seven is powered by a 3 liter, turbocharged 16 valve V4 engine that produces nearly 500 horsepower and 400 lb-fit of torque @ 8500 rpm. “Our K&N oil filter did its job with the stresses put on the motor and the oil pressure and flow required to run over 360 mph,” said Carr. “We would not use anything else. K&N oil filters give us the assurance that our motor will run smooth and without restriction. At these speeds we cannot have engine failure.”

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Northern California Wine Country Lady has Driving Passion for Speed

Sep 25, 2009

Girl Power dragster makes a reliable 1,000 or so horsepower at races in the Nor Cal Top Association Series

Melissa Westerman is currently 2nd overall in points in the Nor Cal Top Dragster Association Series

Sonoma State University Alumni Melissa Westerman has a special attachment to her 1966 Ford Mustang. It belonged to her grandfather and was her daily driver in high school

K&N sponsored racer Melissa Westerman took her first and second Top Dragster wins at Top Gun Raceway in Fallon, Nevada

1966 Ford Mustang makes more than 500 hp on the track

When Melissa Westerman is not racing, she is working in Northern California's wine country

One week after Melissa Westerman received her California driver’s license she received her first speeding ticket. A few weeks later the then 16-year-old shifted to the race track, and she’s been in overdrive since.

Ten years later, Westerman is winning races. Her most recent accomplishment was in the Nor Cal Top Dragster class was at Top Gun Raceway in Fallon, Nevada. She won on both Saturday and Sunday.

On Saturday, Westerman received her first ever Top Dragster win with a 7.713 (7.71 dial) at 177.85 mph to defeat Will Harrison’s 8.029 at 171.06 mph.

On Sunday, Westerman used a slight starting line advantage to take out Art Hoover. She ran a 7.717 (7.69 dial) to Hoover’s 7.252 (7.23 dial) for her second win of the weekend. The weekend of wins put Westerman second overall in points in the Nor Cal Top Dragster Association Series.

Westerman’s Girl Power dragster is a 454 cubic inch Chevrolet with an 8.5-1 compression.

Other modifications include:

World Product Merlins Block and Cylinder Heads
Cola Crank
Oliver Rods
Venolia Pistons complete with the rotating assembly
BDS intake Manifold
Enderle Injector Bug Catcher
Zoomies Exhast
K&N Fuel Injection Line Air Filter, part number E-3003
K&N Oil Filter, part number HP-3002

“My Girl Power dragster makes a reliable 1,000 or so horsepower,” said Westerman. “The rear end is a full floating Ford with 4.10 gears.”

Westerman also races her 1966 Mustang in bracket races. “Ever since I was a little girl, I wanted to drive a Mustang,” she said. “I ended up with my grandfather’s Mustang. I drove it to high-school every day and began bracket racing at Infineon Raceway and Sacramento Raceway in Northern California.”

The Mustang is all about power. It has a 408 cubic inch Ford Windsor with a 12- compression.

Other modifications include:

Eagle Crank
Eagle H Beam Rods
SRP Pistons
Edelbrock’s Victor Jrs. Heads and Intake
850CFM Holley Double Pumper Carb
Hooker Super Comp Headers
Flowmaster Mufflers
K&N Oil Filter HP-2010
K&N air filter E-3750

“My Mustang makes more than 500 horsepower and the transmission is a highly modified C-4,” she said. “The rear end is a Ford with 3.90 gears.” Westerman races her Mustang in the Super Pro class of the NHRA Summit Division 7 series.

“I really like driving both cars equally,’ she said. “But, I have a special attachment to my 1966 Mustang because it belonged to my grandpa.” Westerman has used K&N products since she began her racing career. "We use K&N on all of our vehicles, on and off the track," she said. "K&N gives us additional horsepower and filtration and is also cost effective."

When Westerman is not racing the Sonoma State University Alumni has a full time job in marketing that allows her to help shape the taste of fine wine, in the heart of California’s wine country.

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The Caravan Show in Lahti, Finland Was a Success For K&N Distributer Aaltonen Motorsports

Sep 25, 2009

Caravan Finland Show at the Lahti Fair Centre in Lahti, Finland

18,000 visitors poured in to the Lahti Fair Centre in Lahti, Finland to participate in Finland's largest Caravan Event. The Caravan Finland Show gives caravan (travel trailer) and motor home manufacturers and importers the opportunity to display their products for the upcoming year. Related caravan services and supplies are also exhibited at the event. Since its first appearance in 2001 the Caravan Finland Show continues to be a great success for both visitors and exhibitors from all around Finland.

K&N Distributer, Aaltonen Motorsports at Ninth Annual Caravan Finland Show

K&N Distributer, Aaltonen Motorsports, attended the ninth annual Caravan Finland Show from September 18 to September 20th. "There was a lot of interest in K&N Products at the event," said Henri Nikkilä of Aaltonen Motorsports. "People were interested in the increase in torque, increased fuel mileage and the environmentally friendly aspect of K&N Products."

Interest in K&N at the Aaltonen Motorsports booth began as soon as the doors were open. "The most successful product at the event was K&N's 1994 to 2007 Fiat Ducato air filter E-9231-1," said Nikkilä. "We were already sold out the first day of the fair." Other successful products were K&N's E-9283, 33-2739, 33-2861 and 33-2391.

The ninth annual Caravan Finland Show attracted the largest crowd ever to attend the event in history. The positive social atmosphere and informative exhibits are sure to drive new and returning caravan enthusiasts to this event for years to come.

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Bob Westphal of Wesmar Racing Engines Has History of Building Race Engines That Perform

Sep 25, 2009

Wesmar Racing Engines Work Shop

Bob Westphal, owner of Wesmar Racing Engines, has been fascinated by the inner workings of engines since childhood. "I can't tell you how many times I took apart and rebuilt my parent's lawnmower, my mini-bike, car engines, whatever," says Westphal.

Engine Dyno at Wesmar Racing Engines in Bixby Oklahoma

Westphal's first job was in 1968, building engines with Ed Pink Racing Engines in Van Nuys, California. He was promoted to shop foreman in 1970, building top fuel and funny car engines for legendary clientele such as Don Prudhomme, Ed McCulloch, Don Shumacher, Barry Setzer and Tom McEwen. Westphal eventually moved back to his home state of Nebraska, where he built short and long blocks for Raymond Beadle, driver of the Blue Max funny cars. "While the funny car drivers were out on the road, I would be building fresh replacements for their worn out engines," says Westphal. Along the way, Beadle's drivers won a couple of NHRA World Championships. Westphal was then tapped to build sprint car engines for Beadle's World of Outlaws team with driver Sammy Swindell.

In 1986, Westphal put all his experience to use and Wesmar Racing Engines was born. Partnering up with Steve Carbone, another top fuel engine builder at Pink's, the two set up shop in Bixby, Oklahoma and began building 360 and 410 cubic inch sprint car engines. He is now joined by his son, Kelly and they have recently ventured into rebuilding 4 cylinder midget engines. "Customers come to us because they know we build fast and reliable sprint car engines and that we use nothing but the best parts money can buy," says Westphal.

Wesmar Racing relies on K&N's reputation as the leader in filtration technology. "We were using a competitor's oil filter until we began having problems and decided that a switch had to be made. Someone in our shop suggested a K&N oil filter. We ordered a few to start out with and now here we are, two years later, and every engine going out the door has a K&N oil filter on it. We haven't had a problem since," says Westphal.

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