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Boost Volvo's Turbocharged V70R and S60R with K&N's New Performance Air Filter

Faster than its predecessors, the 2007, 2006, 2005 Volvo V70 is a very good handler. The Volvo S60R is a bored and stroked version of Volvo's five-cylinder inline engine equipped with a larger turbocharger and stronger components.

Lifetime Replacement Air Filter for Volvo V70R and S60R
Lifetime Replacement Air Filter for Volvo V70R and S60R
K&N Engineering has designed a Lifetime Replacement Air Filter (E-2019) to fit in the factory air box of the 2007, 2006, 2005 Volvo V70R 2.5L L5 and the 2007, 2006, 2005 Volvo S60R 2.5L L5.

Adding performance is simple; just remove the disposable air filter in the V70 or S60R and clamp in the K&N Replacement Air Filter (E-2019). "K&N's locating tabs on the filter help fit it properly in the air box," said Dino Marutsos, K&N Engineering Air Filter Product Manager. "The tabs are on the top and bottom of the filter to fit into the lid and OE base. With simple hand tools clamp the hose to the tube and then clamp the hose to the base of the filter. It is unique compared to our drop in filters, but easy to install."

The washable, reusable, high flow air filter (E-2019) is designed to increase horsepower and acceleration, while providing excellent filtration.

Unlike disposable filters, K&N Air Filters use a unique pleated design comprised of an oiled cotton fabric sandwiched between two layers of epoxy-coated aluminum screen. The filters capture airborne dirt particles while allowing a high volume of air flow. These particles then cling to the outside of the filter and become part of the filtering media.

Also, K&N's stock replacement air filters for street vehicles are covered by our famous K&N Million-Mile Limited Warranty and will be the last air filter your vehicle will ever need. K&N invented the concept of washable, reusable filters more than 35 years ago.

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.

Ford E-Series Super Duty Diesel K&N Lifetime Performance Air Filter Released

In 1960 the Ford E-Series was introduced to consumers as a 1961 model. More than 40 years later, more than six million E-Series vehicles have been built. In 2004, the world class 6.0L Power Stroke diesel engine made its debut. The E-Series Van and Wagon are available in regular and extended length models.

Air Filter for Ford E450 Cutaway Diesel and E350 Super Duty Diesel
Air Filter for Ford E450 Cutaway Diesel and E350 Super Duty Diesel
Lift the hood of a Ford Super Duty and K&N's Lifetime Replacement Air Filter (33-2341) is custom designed to fit in the factory air box. The drop-in design means adding performance is simple, just remove the disposable air filter in the E450 or E350 and replace it with K&N's Air Filter (33-2341).

When properly equipped, the E350 Super Duty can tow up to 10,000 pounds. These work horses offer many different seating configurations or up to 309.4 cubic feet cargo space.

The washable, reusable, high flow flat panel filter is designed to increase horsepower and acceleration while providing excellent filtration. The (33-2341) is 1.375 inches in height (35mm) with an outside length of 12.688 inches (322 mm) and an outside width of 7.063 inches (179mm).

Unlike disposable filters, K&N Air Filters use a unique pleated design comprised of an oiled cotton fabric sandwiched between two layers of epoxy-coated aluminum screen. The filters capture airborne dirt particles while allowing high volume air flow. These particles than cling to the outside of the filter and become part of the filtering media.

K&N Air Filters for street vehicles are covered by our famous K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty and will be the last air filter your vehicle will ever need.

Vehicle Applications for 33-2341 are:

2010 FORD E450 SUPER DUTY 6.0L V8 DSL
2010 FORD E350 SUPER DUTY 6.0L V8 DSL
2009 FORD E450 SUPER DUTY 6.0L V8 DSL
2009 FORD E350 SUPER DUTY 6.0L V8 DSL
2008 FORD E450 SUPER DUTY 6.0L V8 DSL
2008 FORD E350 SUPER DUTY 6.0L V8 DSL
2007 FORD E450 SUPER DUTY 6.0L V8 DSL
2007 FORD E450 CUTAWAY 6.0L V8 DSL - Class C
2007 FORD E350 SUPER DUTY 6.0L V8 DSL
2007 FORD E350 CUTAWAY 6.0L V8 DSL - Class C
2006 FORD E450 SUPER DUTY 6.0L V8 DSL
2006 FORD E450 CUTAWAY 6.0L V8 DSL - Class C
2006 FORD E350 SUPER DUTY 6.0L V8 DSL
2006 FORD E350 CUTAWAY 6.0L V8 DSL - Class C
2005 FORD E450 SUPER DUTY 6.0L V8 DSL
2005 FORD E350 SUPER DUTY 6.0L V8 DSL
2005 FORD E350 CLUB WAGON 6.0L V8 DSL
2004 FORD E450 SUPER DUTY 6.0L V8 DSL
2004 FORD E350 SUPER DUTY 6.0L V8 DSL
2004 FORD E350 CLUB WAGON 6.0L V8 DSL

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.

K&N Engineering Car and Driver Ready for X Games Rally

Dreams do come true when you have the hard work and skill to back it up. Former Mitsubishi USA driver Lauchlin O’Sullivan and co-driver Scott Putnam’s podium finish at Susquehannock Trail Performance Rally (STPR) earned O’ Sullivan a chance to compete at the first X Games Rally.

“I finished third overall against a host of top-tier competitors battling flat out for just two qualifying positions at the X Games,” said O’Sullivan. “Going into the X Games is incredible. It is a huge deal for me.”

The two fastest drivers in northern Pennsylvania who had not already been invited to compete earned an automatic invitation to the X Games at this rally. It was one of the strongest fields assembled in the history of STPR, something racers were willing to fight for. SRT USA drivers Travis Pastrana and Ken Block took 2nd overall, but were already invited to the X Games. Their finish at this event did not affect their X Games participation.

“The race was intense,” said O’Sullivan. “The car could be geared to go faster but in this race I’m looking for low end power and torque.” The race is a rally enthusiast’s dream come true. It consists of twists and turns, fast straights and deep water crossing. “It’s the extreme radical sport, it’s down and dirty,” said O’Sullivan. “There is a 40 to 50 percent attrition rate. We keep the car on the road most of the time and finished 25 of 28 events over the last 3 years.”

O’Sullivan said they had differential trouble during the STPR Pennsylvania Rally and had to change the transmission mid-event. “We would have taken 2nd but had to stop,” he said. “The gear box would not have lasted another stage in the 10 stage event.”

O’Sullivan is also a stunt car driver for television commercials and the movie industry. He kept his racing hat in the ring and always finished on the podium over the past six years. “I needed a car for the X Games,” he said. “With the help of K&N Engineering and borrowing money from family and friends I now have a car.”

Sullivan will be driving a K&N Subaru in the X Games. “I can’t wait to see the K&N car,” he said. “Even before we were sponsored by K&N I used K&N Filters. You can’t beat the performance and K&N Filters keep the dust and dirt out of the engine.”

The first part of the race will be in the Angeles National Forest. The second leg will be at the Home Depot Center near Los Angeles, California. O’Sullivan, is waiting for the big race. “Stunt driving is the best job in the world, but only when I’m not racing,” he said. “Racing is the best job in the world.”
 

 

Follow Lauchlin O'Sullivan's progress 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.

The Ultimate Street Car Challenge Begins at K&N

The sights and sounds of street cars filled the K&N Engineering garage and parking lot in Riverside, California. Engines roared and the smell of exhaust was in the air as dozens of car owners, crews and spectators watched the beginning of the Ultimate Street Car Challenge.

USCC Challenge at K&NUSCC Challenge at K&N
K&N Engineering has the best facility to test cars for the USCC put on by Sport Compact Car Magazine,” said Sport Compact Car Editor Edward Loh. “It’s an annual event for us at K&N.”

The series of challenges determines the best street car in North America. Tests are conducted to determine peak and overall engine power, skidpad g-force, brake stopping distance, emissions, fuel economy, quarter mile acceleration, drive comfort, engineering and a raw display of power.

For part one, entrants test at K&N’s Riverside facility. Cars were tested one after another on K&N’s dynos. Vehicles at the K&N site included Subaru, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Honda, Mazda, Lotus, Acura and Volkswagen.

K&N hosts USCC
K&N hosts USCC
The Los Angeles County Raceway in Palmdale, California hosts part two of the event. “The winner of 15 tests gets a trophy,” said Loh. “The best street car in American also gets to be on two issues of Sport Compact Car Magazine. All the cars in the challenge will be on the October cover, and the winner gets a solo shot on the November cover. Most important, the winner gets bragging rights.”

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K&N Engineering GoodSport Racing Evolution Leads USTCC

Dave Brown took the seventh round of the United States Touring Car Championship (USTCC) race at Portland International Raceway on July 23rd. Brown, driving the K&N Engineering/GoodSport Racing/ Evolution started the race on the front row with Curt Simmons at the pole position.

“The first three laps were very exciting,” said David Bongiovanni of GoodSport Racing. “The 4-wheel-drive on the car allowed Dave to get the lead. Curt and Dale Sievwright traded second and third place for 30 laps. They were at our back door but never able to pass.”

K&N Engineering GoodSport Racing Evolution
K&N Engineering GoodSport Racing Evolution
Toward the last leg of the 30 minute race the tires started to go. “We had enough of a gap to win the race,” said Bongiovanni. “If it lasted just a little longer we would not have won.”

It was a great race weekend for GoodSport Racing partners Brown and Bongiovanni. “We left for Portland on Friday and made it just in time to get the car out of the trailer for the qualifying session on Saturday,” said Bongiovanni. “The car ran great. We experimented with the Robispec Suspension Stack and Works of San Francisco, California tuned the engine.”

Brown placed 2nd in the qualifying round and was happy to be on the front row. “This allows us to take advantage of the 4-wheel-drive,” said Bongiovanni. “We are very excited about our results in our first full season of racing. Currently we lead with 70 points and hope to win the USTCC Championship.”

Brown, winner of the 2005 U.S. Touring Car Driver’s Championship, and Bongiovanni, a championship winning team owner, partnered in January 2006 to form GoodSport Racing.

“Dave taught me how to race eight years ago and was my first driving instructor,” said Bongiovanni. “Dave was the only driver I trusted to conserve the hardware and get the win.”

Dave Brown in K&N Engineering GoodSport Racing Evolution
Dave Brown in K&N Engineering GoodSport Racing Evolution
The K&N Engineering Evolution is equipped with K&N Oil and Air Filters. “K&N improves the longevity and reliability of the engine,” said Bongiovanni. “We’ve been able to extract more horsepower out of the engine with K&N. The performance of the K&N Filter is spectacular.”

GoodSport Racing is constantly pushing the envelope. “It’s all about making the opportunities happen and never giving up,” Bongiovanni said. “An effort like this takes a lot of hard work and a lot of people. Our sponsors help make everything work.”

Follow Dave Brown's progress 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.