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Reigning NHRA Super Gas Champion Luke Bogacki showed why he wears the number 1 for a second consecutive season with a strong performance at the Lucas Oil NHRA Route 66 Nationals

The JEGS All-Stars field is comprised of the top representatives from each of NHRA’s seven geographic divisions, plus the defending JEGS All-Star champion

Reigning NHRA Super Gas Champion Luke Bogacki showed why he wears the number 1 for a second consecutive season with a strong performance at the Lucas Oil NHRA Route 66 Nationals. K&N filters sponsored NHRA driver Luke Bogacki earned his first appearance in the prestigious JEGS All-Stars event. Bogacki drove his Racing RV’s backed, Charlie Stewart Race Cars built and K&N air filters equipped Corvette roadster to the victory over an elite 8-car field. The JEGS All-Stars field is comprised of the top representatives from each of NHRA’s seven geographic divisions, plus the defending JEGS All-Star champion. As is the case each season, the Super Gas lineup read like a “Who’s Who” of 9.90 campaigners. This season’s All-Star roster included Jason Kenny, Steve Furr, Luke Bogacki, Steve Collier, Trevor Larson, Kari Larson, Eddy Plazier and Marko Perivolaris.

Luke Bogacki opened the JEGS All-Star competition with a matchup against defending All-Stars champion Trevor Larson in a bout between the top two national points finishers from 2014. After leaving the line first with a .011 reaction time to Larson’s .030, Bogacki got the nod in a double breakout decision with a near-perfect 9.899 ET. That win over Larson meant Luke Bogacki would face Division 6 representative Eddy Plazier, from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. In that round, Bogacki used a sizeable starting line advantage (.017 to .042) to defeat Plazier with a 9.919 elapsed time.

K&N filters sponsored NHRA driver Luke Bogacki took the win in his first appearance in the prestigious JEGS All-Stars event at the Lucas Oil NHRA Route 66 Nationals

As if his All-Stars title wasn’t enough, Bogacki made his way through the Super Comp field in the Lucas Oil NHRA Route 66 Nationals, advancing his K&N Filters dragster to the final round

Waiting for Luke Bogacki in the final round of the JEGS All-Stars event was Division 7’s Perivolaris, also driving a Corvette based roadster. Luke Bogacki took the starting line advantage for the third consecutive round, with a .009 RT to Perivolaris’ .020. Bogacki once again held on for a double-breakout victory, crossing the finish line first by just .002-of-a-second to win with a 9.891 ET to the 9.882 of Perivolaris.

“Just earning a spot in the JEGS All-Stars was a huge goal of mine coming into the season,” expressed Bogacki. “I’ve been really fortunate in my racing career: I’ve had the opportunity to win a lot of races and accomplish a lot of things in this sport that most racers only dream about. As a result, my remaining checklist of accomplishments, if you will, is pretty short: win the Million Dollar Race, win the U.S. Nationals, and win the JEGS All-Stars. Being able to check this off is a major accomplishment. Everyone works all season just to earn a spot in this race; and once you’re here all you’ve got to do is beat three of the best racers in the world - It’s a tall order! I do want to extend a huge thank you to NHRA and to Woody (Scott Woodruff), the Coughlin family, and everyone at JEGS for making this event so special. They make us feel like the stars of the show for a weekend, it’s really a neat deal.”

In addition to K&N Filters and Racing RV’s, Luke Bogacki Motorsports is proud to represent associate marketing partners RacerSwag.com, Advanced Product Design, Watts Auto Diesel, Bill Taylor Enterprises, JEGS, Accelerated Graphics, Mickey Thompson Tires, American Race Cars, Renegade Racing Fuels, Flo-Fast Fluid Transfer Systems, ThisIsBracketRacing.com, and C.A.R.S. Protection Plus.

An application specific black powder coated air filter heat shield is included in the K&N intake for the 2015-2016 WRX STi

The K&N RU-4870 reusable air filter is fitted to the inlet of a wrinkle-red powder coated mandrel-bent aluminum short ram air intake tube for 2015-2016 Subaru WRX STi models

Subaru gave its flagship model, the WRX STi, a redesign for the 2015 model year. However, Subaru chose to carry over the EJ257 intercooled and turbocharged 2.5L H4 boxer engine. Some critics are disappointed that the base model WRX would receive the cutting edge 2.0L FA20DIT engine, while the 2015 WRX STi has the same engine from the 2014 model year. For those critics Masuo Takatsu, program manager for both the base 2015 WRX and WRX STi, had this to say “I felt the STI’s weaker area was the handling side. If we didn’t have the chassis, why add more power to overwhelm it? Also, this EJ engine has proved itself in competition. It’s an engine we confidently bring to the track. The new FA-series in the WRX has not been proven in motorsports. Plus, we knew the aftermarket could supply more power to those STi owners who demanded it.”

Subaru gave its flagship model, the WRX STi, a redesign for the 2015 model year; however, Subaru chose to carry over the EJ257 intercooled and turbocharged 2.5L H4 boxer engine

The K&N performance air intake for the 2015-2016 Subaru WRX STi positions the reusable K&N high-flow air filter in a location near the front of the car to help pull fresh air into the engine

Masuo Takatsu knew what he was talking about. He predicted the aftermarket would step in and K&N^® has done so with an aesthetically pleasing and highly functional performance air intake system for the 2015 and 2016 Subaru WRX STi 2.5L H4. K&N performance air intake system 69-8007TWR produced an amazing estimated 34.32 horsepower increase at the wheels of an otherwise stock 2015 Subaru WRX STi. Dyno testing on the K&N 2015-2016 Subaru WRX STi air intake was performed to back these substantial increased horsepower claims. K&N dyno testing shows that performance air intake 69-8007TWR produced an estimated gain of 34.32 horsepower at 5,400 RPM and an estimated increase of 33.58 lb-ft of torque at a low 3,511 RPM. These numbers represent peak estimated power gains. Significant power gains were witnessed across the entire RPM range which aids in improving the driving experience even during daily driving.

The K&N air intake for the 2015-2016 Subaru WRX STi positions the reusable K&N high-flow air filter in a location near the front of the car to help pull fresh air into the engine for superior airflow and superior performance. Bringing in cooler outside air can result in more power. The K&N RU-4870 over-sized reusable air filter is fitted to the inlet of a mandrel-bent aluminum short ram air intake tube. This K&N aluminum intake tube is protected by a wrinkle-red powder coat finish chosen in order to match original equipment parts visible under the hood of 2015-2016 Subaru WRX STi models. An application specific black powder coated air filter heat shield is included in the K&N air intake system for the 2015-2016 WRX STi which helps seal the air filter from engine heat under the hood.

K&N performance air intake system, number 69-8007TWR, produced an amazing estimated 34.32 horsepower and 33.58 lb-ft of torque on a stock 2015 Subaru WRX STi 2.5L H4 turbo

The K&N 2015-2016 Subaru WRX STi aluminum intake tube is protected by a wrinkle-red powder coat finish to match original equipment parts visible under the hood

The K&N 69-8007TWR performance air intake system is an easy to install performance upgrade for 2015-2016 Subaru WRX STi 2.5L H4 models. By following K&N’s simple step-by-step instructions, owners of 2015-2016 STi models can experience more power and better acceleration in about 90 minutes or less using basic hand tools. The K&N 2015-2016 WRX STi 2.5L turbo air intake system 69-8007TWR maintains all necessary factory connections and does not require any additional modifications to experience a boost in performance. K&N backs its air filters and air intake systems with a 10-year/million mile limited warranty so Subaru WRX STi owners can rest assured knowing that their air intake upgrade will provide improved performance for years to come.

K&N Typhoon Air Intake System 69-8007TWR is guaranteed to provide an increase in horsepower and torque on the Subaru WRX STi models listed below:

2016 Subaru WRX STI 2.5L
2015 Subaru WRX STI 2.5L

Use the search by vehicle tool on knfilters.com to find additional Subaru WRX STi upgrades, such as Subaru WRX STi air Intake systems and Subaru WRX STi replacement air filters. To find a local authorized K&N dealer, use the Find Dealer search function.

Given his past on ranches and in the military, it isn’t surprising that Nic Ashby would choose a first gen 1973 Ford Bronco as a Rockstar Performance Garage project build for SEMA 2014

The first generation Ford Bronco was introduced for the 1966 model year as a direct competitor to the popular Jeep CJ5 as well as the early International Harvester Scout. As such, the original concept for Ford’s first compact SUV took a rugged no frills approach to styling and mechanical design. While the first generation Ford Bronco, sold from 1966 to 1977, used axles and brakes from the four-wheel-drive F100, it was an all original vehicle which had a frame, suspension, and body not shared with any other vehicle in the Ford Motor Company lineup. The early Ford Bronco’s short wheel base, solid axles, and optional V8 powertrain have made it very popular with the hardcore off-road community. Perhaps, second only to the Jeep CJ and later Wrangler models.

The Rockstar Performance Garage 1973 Ford Bronco relies on the superior airflow & superior performance of a K&N high-flow intake system to feed its Ford Racing Z363 cu-in stroker engine

Nic Ashby launched LDRSHIP designs in 2009 and by 2012 ROCKSTAR Energy Drinks and LDRSHIP designs implemented and built the first active lifestyle owned Performance Garage. Rockstar Performance Garage launched late in 2012 and combined the first true bridge between the Automotive and lifestyle markets. Nic Ashby brings a unique perspective to the automotive aftermarket. Nic grew up on horse ranches in Utah before joining the military following the tragedies of September 11th, 2001. He spent a year serving in the Iraqi desert as an ordinance specialist. When asked what an ordinance specialist does, Nic put it very simply “We found explosives, and used bigger explosives to blow them up.” Given his past, it isn’t surprising that Nic Ashby would choose a first gen Ford Bronco as a Rockstar Performance Garage project. The Ford Bronco offers the kind of utility and maneuverability that would be at home on a horse ranch in Utah, or even the Iraqi desert.

Gone is the stock Ford Bronco suspension and in its place Rockstar Performance Garage installed Rockkrawler Coilovers with 3-link front & dual triangulated 4-link rear suspension

At the heart of this thoroughly modernized classic is a Ford performance racing parts Z363 cubic inch stroker engine. Ford Racing rates this 302 Windsor based small block Ford engine at 500 HP and 450 lb-ft of torque. Transplanting this high-horsepower stroker engine in the Rockstar Performance Garage Bronco was simple because it is based on the classic 302 small block Ford that was optional equipment in 1973. Nothing like original is the FAST Fuel Injection system sitting atop the BOSS 302 cast iron block and taking care of the Bronco’s fuel injection needs. For a build this epic, no run of the mill air cleaner would suffice. Nic chose to adapt a K&N carbon fiber air intake system and high-flow air filter originally designed for the Corvette ZR1 onto the Bronco. The Rockstar Performance Garage 1973 Ford Bronco exhales through dual Magnaflow Exhaust wrapped in Heatshield Products Lava Exhaust and Header Wrap which dumps just in front of the rear axle for maximum ground clearance at the rear of the Bronco.

ATX 20” Slab beadlock wheels wrapped in Mickey Thompson 38x15.5R20 Baja MTZ mud terrain tires provide traction, while Wilwood brakes provide friction for the 1973 Ford Bronco

Of course all of this performance means nothing on the trail without the proper equipment getting that power to the ground. Power leaves the engine through an automatic transmission mated to an Advanced Adaptors Atlas II transfer case. Custom drive shafts from Inland Empire Drivelines reach out the 9” third members in front and back. Inside Detroit Lockers with 5:12 ring and pinion gears turn the Nitro Gear Axle Shafts. ATX 20” Slab beadlock wheels wrapped in Mickey Thompson 38x15.5R20 Baja MTZ mud terrain tires provide traction, while Wilwood brakes provide friction. Gone is the stock first gen Ford Bronco suspension. In its place are Rockkrawler Coilovers with 3-link front and dual triangulated 4-link rear suspension.

Since there’s no harm in adding a little modern comfort and convenience to the interior, Rockstar Performance Garage installed a Kicker Audio Bluetooth deck and speakers, Dakota Digital gauges, and even air conditioning via a Vintage Air A/C and Heating unit. Numerous other accessories, such as Bulldog LED lighting and a Warn 9.5xp-s winch only help further the Rockstar Performance Garage 1973 Ford Bronco’s trail readiness. Nic Ashby brought the Rockstar Performance Garage Ford Bronco, along with several other award winning builds, to the 2014 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show and it was featured in the Heatshield Products booth. K&N is excited to see what Nic Ashby and the Rockstar Performance Garage crew brings to the upcoming 2015 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Nevada.

A more complete build list for the Rockstar Performance Garage 1973 Ford Bronco can be found below:

Paint/Body

Numerous accessories, such as Bulldog LED lighting and a Warn 9.5xp-s winch help further the Rockstar Performance Garage 1973 Ford Bronco’s trail readiness

Front and Rear Bumpers , Custom built Genright Offroad bumper w/winch tray
Rock Rails and Flares, Custom built by Rockstar Performance Garage
Custom Grille built by Rockstar Performance Garage
Wild Horses 4x4 Hood, Front Fenders, Rear Fenders, Dash, Floor, Inner Fenders, Windshield Frame, Firewall, Taillights, Radiator core support and Roll Cage
Daystar Body Mounts
BulletLiner Exterior white liner and Interior black liner
Tire Carrier built by Rockstar Performance Garage
Wild horses 4x4 Sherman fuel tank
James Duff Doors
Wild Horses 4x4 Hood Pins
Heatshield Lava shield under hood

Performance

363 Stroker Ford Racing Crate Engine provided by Lucas Oil
K&N Carbon Fiber Intake
Spectre Intake plenum
Heatshield Sticky shield at firewall and underbelly
Heatshield lava wrap for Headers, exhaust
Heatshield Hot Rod sleeve for hoses and electrical
FAST Fuel Injection, with on board computer, Ignition, distributor and on board display
Magnaflow Exhaust
Advanced Adaptors Atlas II Transfer Case
Aeromotive fuel pumps, fittings and lines
Compushift Transmission Control
Lucas Oil Engine Oil, Transmission Oil, Gear Oil and super Coolant
CVF Racing Billet Pulleys

Steering and Suspension

Much of the Rockstar Performance Garage 1973 Ford Bronco’s body parts are custom built or aftermarket pieces finished in Bullet Liner protective coatings

Nitro Gear Axle Shafts, 9” Third members with 5:12 Gears
Eaton Detroit Lockers
Rockkrawler Coilovers with 3 link front and dual triangulated 4 link rear
Genright suspension mounts
Rockkrawler suspension mounts
Wild horses 4x4 heavy duty steering pump & steering box, steering column and linkage
Inland Empire Drivelines custom length
Mastercraft limiting straps

Wheels/Tires/Brakes

ATX 20” Slab, Beadlocks
Mickey Thompson 38x15.50R20 Baja MTZ mud terrain tires
Wilwood 6 piston front brakes and 4 piston rear brakes

Electrical/Lighting

Bulldog Led Lighting 50” bar, back up lights and rock lighting
S-Pod 12 switch electrical control system
EJ Wiring custom main harness and fuse system
Oracle Lighting, LED trail Mirrors
Powermaster Alternator and Starter
Odyssey Battery PC1500 with Billet Holddown

Interior

Wild Horses 4x4 Tuffy box and Center console
Mastercraft Seats, harnesses and seat brackets
Kicker Audio Bluetooth deck and speakers
Vintage air A/C and heating
Dakota Digital Gauges
Wild Horses 4x4 steering wheel
Mastercraft handles

Accessories

SPIDERWEBSHADE Door covers and Shade top
Billet Badges custom badging for Bronco
Clamp Aid hose clamp tail covers
Warn 9k winch with synthetic line
Factor55 Flatlink and Fairlead

17 year-old William Byron, from Charlotte, North Carolina, earned the 21 means 21 Coors Light Pole Award with his fast qualifying time of 29.073 seconds at 128.229 miles per hour

William Byron had forged a lead of more than six seconds when the first caution of the United Sites Services 70 race came out on Lap 50 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway

New Hampshire Motor Speedway in Loudon, New Hampshire is over 1-mile in length and made for some fast paced racing compared to the ¼ and ½ mile tracks that many of the K&N Pro Series races take place on. William Byron, a Sunoco Rookie of the Year contender from Charlotte, North Carolina, earned the 21 means 21 Coors Light Pole Award with his fast qualifying time of 29.073 seconds at 128.229 miles per hour.

William Byron dominated right from the pole of the United Site Services 70 at the "Magic Mile" in New Hampshire. 17-year-old William Byron had forged a lead of more than six seconds when the first caution of the race came out on Lap 50. A second and final yellow came out shortly thereafter to setup a 10-lap dash to the finish. Although Scott Heckert, in the number 34 Project Lifesaver Chevrolet, got the jump on the restarts, Byron was easily able to retake control in both instances. After the race Scott Heckert said, “At the original start I thought I might get William (Byron) and ride in front of him for a while. But he pulled away.”

Scott Heckert, in the number 34 Project Lifesaver Chevrolet, got the jump on the restarts, however, William Byron was easily able to retake control of the lead in both instances

An autographed K&N Pro Series mini Bell replica helmet will be given away through K&N’s Twitter feed twitter.com/knfilters after all Pro Series races

William Byron led 68 of the United Sites Services 70 lap race, crossing the finish line 2.623 seconds ahead of second place Scott Heckert for his fourth victory in just eight NASCAR K&N Pro Series East starts. “It was a really good race. It was only 70 laps so it was really fast paced. These big race tracks are a little bit different driving style. You have to really figure them out quickly,” said Byron.

Kaz Grala crossed the finish line in third, followed by Nick Drake and Austin Hill. William Byron’s win at New Hampshire Motor Speedway extended his lead in the championship standings to 29 points over second place Austin Hill. The NASCAR K&N Pro Series East will return to action July 31, 2015 with the second combination race of 2015 against the NASCAR K&N Pro Series West at Iowa Speedway.

William Byron’s NASCAR K&N Pro Series East win at New Hampshire Motor Speedway extended his lead in the championship standings to 29 points over second place Austin Hill

William Byron led 68 of the United Sites Services 70 lap race, crossing the finish line 2.623 seconds ahead of second place for his 4th victory in just 8 NASCAR K&N Pro Series East starts

Jake Andreotti started the final round of the 2015 California Speedweek off on a good foot by qualifying fastest in the number 7P K&N filters equipped Super 600 micro sprint car

In the main, Michael Faccinto and Jake Andreotti ran side-by-side, while Oklahoma's Frank Flud charged from 22nd on the grid in an attempt to salvage the series championship

12 year-old Jake Andreotti closed the 2015 Driven Performance California Speedweek with a performance for the ages, as the young driver swept past Michael Faccinto for the race win in the finale of the four day Speedweek at Lemoore Raceway. 2015 Driven Performance California Speedweek started off in Dixon, California at Dixon Speedway for night one of the intense and exciting event. Competitors from all over the country participated with a maximum of 50 cars signed into the Super 600 class.

On the first night at Dixon Speedway, Jake Andreotti qualified 22nd out of 46, finished 3rd in his heat, and took 16th in the main event. Delta Speedway in Stockton, California hosted night two of the 2015 Driven Performance California Speedweek. Jake Andreotti qualified 11th out of 47 cars, won his heat after starting 2nd, started the main event in 6th and finished 7th. Plaza Park Raceway in Visalia, California hosted night three of Speedweek. Jake Andreotti qualified 14th out of 45 cars, finished 2nd in the heat, and rounded out the main event in 11th.

Andreotti Racing relies on the support of K&N Filters, Lucas Oil, Hoosier Tire, Joes Racing Products, Simpson, Buchanan Auto Electric, Rago & Son, & Seros Race Engines

After his win, Jake Andreotti pulled into the infield with a grin from ear to ear; second place Michael Faccinto gave Andreotti a hug after an intense side by side race-long battle for first

Lemoore Raceway in Lemoore, California hosted the final night of the 2015 Driven Performance California Speedweek. Jake Andreotti started the final round off on a good foot by qualifying fastest in the number 7P K&N filters equipped Super 600 micro sprint car. Andreotti went on to finish second in his heat race. The Super 600 main event thrilled fans as Jake Andreotti drove a former Michael Faccinto-driven car in a battle of the master versus the protégé. Michael Faccinto used a three-wide maneuver at the start to rocket from third into the lead with Jake Andreotti close in tow.

K&N air filters sponsored Jake Andreotti used a big run on the outside to take the lead from Faccinto on lap six. Faccinto and Andreotti continued to run side-by-side with Faccinto relentlessly trying the bottom before taking over the lead again on lap 17. On the white flag lap, 12 year-old Jake Andreotti stormed to the outside and swept past Michael Faccinto at the checkered flag for the win. Faccinto gave Andreotti a hug after battling each other side by side in what became a very memorable race for the Andreotti Racing team.

With his win in the final round of the 2015 Driven Performance California Speedweek, Jake Andreotti took home fifth overall in series points. Jake Andreotti is becoming known as the 12 year-old “Young Gun” as quoted by F4ST Four Media. Jake Andreotti, Andreotti Racing and the # 7p Super 600 Micro Sprint Car rely on the support of K&N Filters, Lucas Oil, Hoosier Tire, Joes Racing Products, Simpson, Buchanan Auto Electric, Rago & Son, & Seros Race Engines in their efforts to capture the coveted checkered flag.