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2011-2015 Ford F250 & F350 6.2 Liter Trucks Gain Estimated 13 Horsepower with K&N Air Intake

12 Jul 2012

K&N Air Intake Installed on a 2011 Ford F250 6.2L Super Duty

K&N Air Intake Installed on 2011 Ford F250 6.2L Super Duty

Dyno Chart for the 77-2582KTK air intake system

Ford, as we all know, is one of America's great iconic companies. They've revolutionized the manufacturing industry and throughout the years have brought us F-series trucks. 2011 and 2012, Ford F250 and F350 Super Duty with 6.2 liter engines are built extremely tough and can definitely handle extra power. Fortunately, K&N engineers couldn't resist the urge to develop an air intake system 77-2582KTK that unleashes the true potential of Ford's incredible machine. No doubt the extra horsepower and torque will come in handy when drivers are pulling a trailer or hauling some other type of heavy load.

K&N Air Intake System for 2011-2015 Ford F250 and F350 Super Duty with the 6.2 liter V8 engines

K&N accomplished the extra horsepower by streamlining the airflow through a large high flow air filter and custom intake tube.

K&N air filter RC-5173 is a large, tapered, cone style air filter that features a chrome top and K&N's washable, reusable, oiled cotton gauze media, that is sandwiched between an aluminum wire screen mesh. The wire screen mesh aids in maintaining the air filter's shape and helps to smooth and straighten the airflow as it flows out of the air filter into the intake tube. This large made to last air filter also provides outstanding engine protection.

The 77-2582KTK air intake can go up to 100,000 miles before air filter cleaning is needed, of course that depends on driving conditions. When the aluminum wire screen mesh is no longer visible, it is time to clean the filter using K&N Recharge Kit number 99-5000 or 99-5050. If the wire screen mesh is still visible, the air filter does not need to be cleaned.

Air intake system 77-2582KTK features an aluminum intake tube with a resilient black powder coat finish. K&N 77-2582KTK was designed with two ports that utilize the truck's stock vent hoses and a mounting pad to which drivers will bolt the MAF sensor. Like all K&N intakes, this Ford F250 and F350 Super Duty truck air intake system uses a custom tube that precisely fits in the engine bay of the F250 and F350 truck models listed below. 77-2582KTK was designed and manufactured in the USA at the K&N world headquarters in Riverside, California.

Testing on the K&N chassis dyno, the 77-2582KTK air intake system showed an estimated gain of 13.5 horsepower at 4497rpm and 15.4 lb-ft. of torque at 3961rpm.

The 77-2582KTK performance air intake is backed by K&N's Million Mile Limited Warranty and Consumer Protection Pledge so drivers can rest assured that if there is ever any issue that arises from using a K&N air intake, K&N is there for them.

The 77-2582KTK air intake will fit the following Ford F250 and F350 Super Duty pickup trucks:

2015 Ford F350 Super Duty 6.2L V8
2015 Ford F250 Super Duty 6.2L V8
2014 Ford F350 Super Duty 6.2L V8
2014 Ford F250 Super Duty 6.2L V8
2013 Ford F350 Super Duty 6.2L V8
2013 Ford F250 Super Duty 6.2L V8
2012 Ford F350 Super Duty 6.2L V8
2012 Ford F250 Super Duty 6.2L V8
2011 Ford F350 Super Duty 6.2L V8
2011 Ford F250 Super Duty 6.2L V8

For all K&N F250 air intake systems visit K&N's Ford F150 air intakes page. For all K&N F350 air intakes visit K&N's Ford F350 air intakes page. To find K&N products for any vehicle, use the K&N application search then use the K&N dealer search to find a K&N dealer in your part of the world.

2011 to 2014 Chevy/GMC Duramax Diesel Pickup Trucks Gain Huge Power with K&N Air Intake

12 Jul 2012

K&N Air Intake Installed on a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD 6.6L

Dyno Chart for the 57-3077 air intake system

The GMC Sierra and the Chevy Silverado have been using the Duramax Diesel 6.6 liter engine for some time now and in terms of towing power there is good reason to do so. The 735 lb-ft. of torque (measured at the flywheel) makes for easy towing and a GVWR of 13,000 lbs. This is a lot of weight to be pulling around. For a hard working truck like this you will need all the power you can muster available at the wheels.

K&N Air Intake System for new 2011 to 2014 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD 6.6Ls

The K&N 57-3077 AirCharger^® air intake system is designed precisely to make that additional power. This air intake was dyno tested and achieved an estimated gain of 19.3 horsepower and 44.6 lb-ft. of torque at 2420 RPM, all to the wheels. That's a huge increase of power to the wheels, perfect for hauling that big trailer along with you and right in that range of acceleration.

This added power is achieved by allowing additional airflow to the engine. The K&N cotton gauze air filter is designed with this in mind, and when attached to a custom intake tube that has also been optimized for airflow, it results in an increase of horsepower and torque. Between the two, we are able to create the estimated dyno tested power gains shown above. The air filter on this intake, like all K&N intake systems, is oversized for optimized airflow. Additionally, this air filter uses 6 layers of oiled cotton gauze, and a tighter weave of cotton for additional protection for the tighter tolerances and higher stresses of a turbo diesel motor.

Air intake 57-3077 comes with detailed installation instructions that make adding this diesel performance modification very simple. You will only need basic hand tools for the installation. The K&N 57-3077 is designed specifically for the GMC Sierra and the Chevrolet Silverado, and it will not void any factory warranties. This air intake system will not need any further tuning or modification to produce the additional power. This air intake is also backed with K&N's Million Mile Limited Warranty.

The 57-3077 AirCharger intake system fits the following GMC Sierra and Chevrolet Silverado models:

2014 GMC SIERRA 3500 HD 6.6L V8 Diesel
2014 GMC SIERRA 2500 HD 6.6L V8 Diesel
2014 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500 HD 6.6L V8 Diesel
2014 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 HD 6.6L V8 Diesel
2013 GMC SIERRA 3500 HD 6.6L V8 Diesel
2013 GMC SIERRA 2500 HD 6.6L V8 Diesel
2013 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500 HD 6.6L V8 Diesel
2013 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 HD 6.6L V8 Diesel
2012 GMC SIERRA 3500 HD 6.6L V8 Diesel
2012 GMC SIERRA 2500 HD 6.6L V8 Diesel
2012 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500 HD 6.6L V8 Diesel
2012 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 HD 6.6L V8 Diesel
2011 GMC SIERRA 3500 HD 6.6L V8 Diesel
2011 GMC SIERRA 2500 HD 6.6L V8 Diesel
2011 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500 HD 6.6L V8 Diesel
2011 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 HD 6.6L V8 Diesel

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.

2012 to 2016 Polaris Ranger RZR 570 Models Breathe Easier with K&N Performance Air Filter

12 Jul 2012

Replacement Air Filter for the 2012 to 2016 Polaris Ranger RZR 570

For 2012 to 2016 Polaris Industries, Inc. added to their line-up of extremely popular Ranger RZR side by side vehicles. The Ranger RZR 570 was added to Polaris' offerings in an effort to target a more budget-minded consumer. While the price tag is lower, and the engine is smaller, the Ranger RZR 570 doesn't sacrifice off-highway excitement.

Restriction Chart for the PL-5712 Air Filter

For 2012 to 2016 Polaris Ranger RZR 570 models equipped with a 567 cc engine, K&N can help to increase performance with its new high-flow air filter number PL-5712.

K&N air filters provide less restriction than typical paper air filters, which can increase the efficiency of the combustion process. Allowing your engine to breathe easier can give your side by side extra horsepower and extra acceleration that can come in handy. K&N replacement air filters are designed to drop right into your factory air box in about 5 minutes. This makes a K&N replacement air filter an easy, performance upgrade.

Made from cotton instead of paper, this air filter will provide high airflow and excellent filtration. PL-5712 will require periodic cleaning which will vary depending on driving conditions. PL-5712 will provide outstanding engine protection and high dirt retention.

K&N stock replacement air filters sold for ATV's and Side by Sides are warrantied against defective materials or workmanship for one year from date of purchase with no mileage limitation.

The PL-5712 is a simple, inexpensive performance add-on that fits all 2012 to 2016 Polaris Ranger RZR 567 models.

Go to KNFilters.com for a list of all Polaris Ranger Air Filters or find K&N products for any vehicle using the K&N application search.

Select 2011-2016 BMW 1-Series and 3-Series Gain Performance with K&N Air Filter

11 Jul 2012

Replacement Air Filter for select 2011-2016 1-Series and 3-Series BMWs

Each car manufacturer has a specific presence in International markets. BMW, a German based manufacturer, creates trustworthy vehicles with performance in mind. Many are familiar with the slogan "BMW, the ultimate driving machine" and for good reason. BMWs are exceeding expectations in almost every country around the world. The 1-Series hatchbacks have made their way into the United Kingdom. The idea here is to pack the ideals of BMW into a compact fuel efficient vehicle. Some may argue with the styling but, there is no doubt that the BMW 116i cranks out some excellent fuel economy. These smaller BMWs put out about 135 horsepower to the rear wheels. In comparison to the lager sedans, the power is definitely missed.

The word "ultimate" can mean many things when referring to a BMW. It could be the excellent safety or even the well-designed luxury cabin but, when thinking about performance there is nothing performance about the OEM air filter. So why would BMW install a standard air filter similar to those found in vehicles such as a Geo Metro?

Restriction Chart for 33-2990 Air Filter

Well let's just say that is a rhetorical question and focus on the fact that K&N produces a performance air filter, part number 33-2990, for the various smaller BMWs with a 1.6 liter gas and 2.0 liter diesel engines. This K&N air filter is designed to increase air flow, horsepower, acceleration, and overall performance. So perhaps, installing a K&N air filter into your BMW will truly make it the ultimate driving machine.

Part number 33-2990 is made from high quality components that allow K&N to back it with a Million Mile Limited Warranty. That is also due to the fact that this air filter is washable and reusable. There is no need to purchase another air filter for this vehicle as long as the service directions are followed correctly. Cleaning the 33-2990 is an easy 4 step process. Spray on the cleaner, rinse it out, let it dry, oil it, and you are done! To make life even easier K&N offers a Cleaning Kit with easy to follow instructions.

The last important characteristic is the superior protection 33-2990 offers. The oil combined with the four layers of cotton gauze trap and lock in harmful particles on another level. This is everything an "ultimate driving machine" deserves.

The 33-2990 air filter fits the following applications:
2016 BMW 428I XDRIVE GRAN COUPE 2.0L L4
2016 BMW 428I XDRIVE 2.0L L4
2016 BMW 428I GRAN COUPE 2.0L L4
2016 BMW 428I 2.0L L4
2016 BMW 425D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2016 BMW 420D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2016 BMW 418D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2016 BMW 328I XDRIVE 2.0L L4
2016 BMW 328I GT XDRIVE 2.0L L4
2016 BMW 328I GT 2.0L L4
2016 BMW 328I 2.0L L4
2016 BMW 325D GT 2.0L L4 Diesel
2016 BMW 325D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2016 BMW 320I XDRIVE 2.0L L4 - US
2016 BMW 320I GT 2.0L L4
2016 BMW 320I 2.0L L4 - US
2016 BMW 320D GT 2.0L L4 Diesel
2016 BMW 320D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2016 BMW 318I 1.5L L3
2016 BMW 318D GT 2.0L L4 Diesel
2016 BMW 318D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2016 BMW 228I XDRIVE 2.0L L4
2016 BMW 228I 2.0L L4
2016 BMW 225D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2016 BMW 220I 2.0L L4
2016 BMW 220D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2016 BMW 218I 1.5L L3
2016 BMW 125I 2.0L L4
2016 BMW 125D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2016 BMW 120I 1.6L L4
2016 BMW 120D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2016 BMW 118I 1.5L L3
2016 BMW 118D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2016 BMW 116I 1.5L L3
2016 BMW 116D 1.5L L3 Diesel
2015 BMW 428I XDRIVE GRAN COUPE 2.0L L4
2015 BMW 428I XDRIVE 2.0L L4
2015 BMW 428I GRAN COUPE 2.0L L4
2015 BMW 428I 2.0L L4
2015 BMW 425D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2015 BMW 420I 2.0L L4
2015 BMW 420D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2015 BMW 418D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2015 BMW 328I XDRIVE 2.0L L4
2015 BMW 328I GT XDRIVE 2.0L L4
2015 BMW 328I GT 2.0L L4
2015 BMW 328I 2.0L L4
2015 BMW 325D GT 2.0L L4 Diesel
2015 BMW 325D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2015 BMW 320I XDRIVE 2.0L L4
2015 BMW 320I GT 2.0L L4
2015 BMW 320I 2.0L L4 - US
2015 BMW 320I 2.0L L4 - Non-US, To 7/15
2015 BMW 320I 1.6L L4
2015 BMW 320D GT 2.0L L4 Diesel
2015 BMW 320D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2015 BMW 318I 1.5L L3
2015 BMW 318D GT 2.0L L4 Diesel
2015 BMW 318D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2015 BMW 316I 1.6L L4
2015 BMW 316D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2015 BMW 228I XDRIVE 2.0L L4
2015 BMW 228I 2.0L L4
2015 BMW 225D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2015 BMW 220I 2.0L L4
2015 BMW 220D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2015 BMW 218I 1.5L L3
2015 BMW 218D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2015 BMW 125I 2.0L L4
2015 BMW 125D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2015 BMW 120I 1.6L L4
2015 BMW 120D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2015 BMW 118I 1.6L L4
2015 BMW 118I 1.5L L3
2015 BMW 118D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2015 BMW 116I 1.6L L4
2015 BMW 116I 1.5L L3
2015 BMW 116D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2015 BMW 116D 1.6L L4 Diesel
2015 BMW 116D 1.5L L3 Diesel
2015 BMW 114I 1.6L L4
2015 BMW 114D 1.6L L4 Diesel
2014 BMW 428I XDRIVE 2.0L L4
2014 BMW 428I 2.0L L4
2014 BMW 420I 2.0L L4
2014 BMW 420D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2014 BMW 418D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2014 BMW 328I XDRIVE 2.0L L4
2014 BMW 328I GT XDRIVE 2.0L L4
2014 BMW 328I GT 2.0L L4
2014 BMW 328I 2.0L L4
2014 BMW 325D GT 2.0L L4 Diesel
2014 BMW 325D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2014 BMW 320I XDRIVE 2.0L L4
2014 BMW 320I GT 2.0L L4
2014 BMW 320I 2.0L L4
2014 BMW 320I 1.6L L4
2014 BMW 320D GT 2.0L L4 Diesel
2014 BMW 320D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2014 BMW 318D GT 2.0L L4 Diesel
2014 BMW 318D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2014 BMW 316I 1.6L L4
2014 BMW 316D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2014 BMW 228I 2.0L L4
2014 BMW 225D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2014 BMW 220I 2.0L L4
2014 BMW 220D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2014 BMW 218D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2014 BMW 125I 2.0L L4
2014 BMW 125D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2014 BMW 120D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2014 BMW 118I 1.6L L4
2014 BMW 118D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2014 BMW 116I 1.6L L4
2014 BMW 116D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2014 BMW 116D 1.6L L4 Diesel
2014 BMW 114I 1.6L L4
2014 BMW 114D 1.6L L4 Diesel
2013 BMW 428I 2.0L L4
2013 BMW 420I 2.0L L4
2013 BMW 420D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2013 BMW 328I XDRIVE 2.0L L4
2013 BMW 328I GT 2.0L L4
2013 BMW 328I 2.0L L4
2013 BMW 325D GT 2.0L L4 Diesel
2013 BMW 325D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2013 BMW 320I XDRIVE 2.0L L4
2013 BMW 320I GT 2.0L L4
2013 BMW 320I 2.0L L4
2013 BMW 320I 1.6L L4
2013 BMW 320D GT 2.0L L4 Diesel
2013 BMW 320D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2013 BMW 318D GT 2.0L L4 Diesel
2013 BMW 318D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2013 BMW 316I 1.6L L4
2013 BMW 316D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2013 BMW 125I 2.0L L4
2013 BMW 125D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2013 BMW 120D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2013 BMW 118I 1.6L L4
2013 BMW 118D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2013 BMW 116I 1.6L L4
2013 BMW 116D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2013 BMW 116D 1.6L L4 Diesel
2013 BMW 114I 1.6L L4
2013 BMW 114D 1.6L L4 Diesel
2012 BMW 328I 2.0L L4 - US, F30
2012 BMW 328I 2.0L L4 - Non-US
2012 BMW 320I 2.0L L4 - F30/F31
2012 BMW 320I 1.6L L4
2012 BMW 320D 2.0L L4 Diesel - F30/F31
2012 BMW 318D 2.0L L4 Diesel - F30/F31
2012 BMW 316I 1.6L L4 - F30/F31
2012 BMW 316D 2.0L L4 Diesel - F30/F31
2012 BMW 125I 2.0L L4
2012 BMW 125D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2012 BMW 120D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2012 BMW 118I 1.6L L4
2012 BMW 118D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2012 BMW 116I 1.6L L4
2012 BMW 116D 2.0L L4 Diesel
2012 BMW 116D 1.6L L4 Diesel
2012 BMW 114I 1.6L L4
2012 BMW 114D 1.6L L4 Diesel
2011 BMW 120D 2.0L L4 Diesel - F20
2011 BMW 118I 1.6L L4 - F20
2011 BMW 118D 2.0L L4 Diesel - F20
2011 BMW 116I 1.6L L4 - F20
2011 BMW 116D 2.0L L4 Diesel - F20
2011 BMW 116D 1.6L L4 Diesel - F20

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 Hosts Ford Focus Club Day in Netherlands R&D Test Facility

10 Jul 2012

The High Tech Campus Eindhoven R&D staff answered Focus fanatics' questions with highly educated answers.

The words "Focus Fanatics" calls to mind images of monks in meditation, or photographers that are never quite satisfied with their pictures. The idea that Focus Fanatics is the world's largest Ford Focus forum with nearly 100,000 members from over 209 countries, may not be the first thing that comes to mind. In the Netherlands where one of the main industries is the automotive industry, the Ford Focus is a highly prized possession, with a large portion of the Focus fans being indeed Dutch.

The Netherlands' Ford Focus Club now understands K&N and the muscle-bound compact as they never have before.

In the Dutch city of Eindhoven you'll find the High Tech Campus Eindhoven, which as the name implies, is a high tech campus housing more than 90 different companies and institutions, comprising a staff of over 8,000 R&D specialists and entrepreneurs and representing over 50 different nationalities. One of the main goals of the Campus is to foster cooperation between companies and to provide avenues for the open exchange of ideas in order to enhance technological and product development. It's for this reason that the Campus likes to refer to itself as an "ecosystem."

Last weekend (July 7) K&N hosted the Netherlands Ford Focus Club Day in the K&N R&D test facility in Eindhoven, and everyone fortunate enough to be in attendance gave it nothing but the highest praise. Mind you this was a highly discerning group. The Netherlands' Ford Focus Club is comprised of a wide variety of owners with a vast overall collection of knowledge, large or trivial, regarding Fords popular car that makes people forget about bland budget-conscious compacts. The club's members vary in age from 20 to 60 and they thoroughly comprehend everything Focus, from the 1.4i version to the nearly ridiculous 300 plus horsepower 2.5RS. Their online forum discussions reach borderline smack-talk. The following is an actual forum entry:

A large collection of K&N products were on display for thorough examination.

"Does anyone have a Ford Focus (USA-version) and use it in the Netherlands - or am I the only lucky one to do so?

The Ford Focus Club Day had that sort of provocative scrutiny to live up to, and K&N surpassed everyone's expectations. The day began with a history of K&N's origin, followed by a tour through the product line, with a brief explanation of the development procedure behind it. Then there was another tour, this one through the actual forward-looking Eindhoven R&D test facility. Questions were answered, and filter cleaning instructions were given. K&N displayed a range of products which are available for the various Ford Focus models. These included examples of their High-Flow Technology in the form of reusable panel air filters to the K&N Typhoon intake system. Attendees were also treated to a peek at the soon to be introduced K&N 57s air box exclusively designed for the Focus II and III.

Comparing dynamometer test results was a highly popular part of the Ford Focus Club Day festivities.

After the tour and presentation all owners with K&N products already on their car were given the opportunity to get their car tested on the dyno. This was an extremely popular feature for all, with competing guesstimates on varying horsepower outputs taking center stage. The test of the Ford Focus II ST, which runs on LPi (liquid Propane injection), was one everyone was eagerly awaiting. The owners gut reaction was that his Focus did feel as though it had more horsepower than the gasoline powered version, and the dyno test confirmed that. Running on the LPi system the ST showed an increase of 12.6 ponies. K&N tested 10 different cars in all during the dynamometer test session, capping off a memorable Ford Focus Club Day for an enthusiastic group of Focus fanatics.

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.