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Ben Rhodes rolls down victory lane for the third NASCAR K&N Pro Series East race in a row in his Alpha Energy Solutions Chevrolet Impala

Ben Rhodes won the NASCAR K&N Pro Series East race at Five Flags Speedway in Florida. It was his third win in a row in the K&N Pro Series East.

Cameron Hayley, in the number 98 Cabinets by Hayley Chevrolet, passed Ben Rhodes half way through the race to lead 20 laps before finishing third in the Pensacola 150

If he keeps it up, Rhodes will race into some rare company.

Rhodes, a rookie in the K&N Pro Series East, has a 55-point lead in the East Series standings after eight races, the halfway point in the season.

Only three other drivers have won the K&N Pro Series East championship as a rookie. They are Kyle Larson, Ryan Truex and Joey Logano, all drivers in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series.

“I never would have thought we’d have such a good season,” said Rhodes, driver of the No. 41 Alpha Energy Solutions Chevrolet. “I’ve been building on top of all that. It makes my feedback better. Even though we only had 45 minutes of practice and this was my first time seeing the track, we did a good job tuning the car.”

The Alpha Energy Solutions Chevrolet Impala, driven by Ben Rhodes, led 50 laps and won the race at Five Flags Speedway with a .985 second margin over second place

Rhodes led the final 16 laps of the Pensacola 150 to win his fourth race of the season. Cameron Hayley took the lead in the race at the halfway point. He passed Rhodes, who dropped to fourth in the early part of the second half of the race. Rhodes moved back out front on a restart late in the race.

“Trying to save tires is always tough,” said Rhodes. “You don’t know if you’re going to get any breaks at the end. … Once you start saving you just hope you can get a break to get back up there or you have enough tire to run back up there. And I was trying to do both.”

Brandon Jones made a late charge to pass Hayley and finish in second place.

Grey Gaulding won the pole position with the fastest qualifying time and led 80 laps of the Pensacola 150 in his Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Chevrolet Impala

“We kind of saved too much, honestly, in the beginning,” Jones said. “And the end. I saw (Hayley) getting sideways off the corner. (Crew chief) Shane (Huffman) kept getting on me to drive straight off the corners and not spin the tires on exit. I think we were just getting more drive off and fortunately got him there at the end.”

Hayley, who led for 20 laps and was out front as late as lap 133, crossed the finish line in third place.

“Obviously it’s not what we wanted. We wanted to go out there and get the win,” Hayley said. “At that point, we had so many cars that had burned their tires off. I knew I had burned mine off a little bit more than everybody else getting to that lead but I knew I had them. I had them and that caution really hurt us a lot.”

Kenzie Ruston, who cut a tire and fell a lap down in the race, came back for a fourth-place finish.

Grey Gaulding, who led a race-high 80 laps and won the pole, his second of the season, finished in fifth place.

Hayley moved into third place in the K&N Pro Series East standings. He is 10 points behind Gaulding and three points ahead of Jones.

The K&N RP-5168 carbon fiber top air filter is used in the K&N air intake system for the 2012-2014 Chevy Camaro ZL1 6.2-liter supercharged V8

The advanced composite technology used in carbon fiber reinforced polymer, commonly referred to as carbon fiber, results in an incredible strength to weight ratio. The use of carbon fiber is ideal for applications that require strength, lightness and stiffness.

Carbon fiber offers an excellent strength to weight ratio and a show quality look to K&N universal clamp-on air filter RP-5168.

K&N filters has an on-site composite department which builds hand-laid carbon fiber components ranging from air filter bases to custom dragster air scoops and racing air boxes. Curing is done in an autoclave where both mechanical and chemical processes ensure precision fitment and structural integrity.

K&N carbon fiber clamp-on universal air filter, RP-5168, uses an attractive hand-laid carbon fiber 5-inch diameter air filter top. The 7.5-inch diameter air filter base of RP-5168 is made with ultra-strong molded pliable rubber and incorporates a 6-inch inner diameter flange. The flange of RP-5168 is 1-inch in length and can be stretched up to 1/16-inch to fit in-between size inlets. This molded flange absorbs vibration and allows for secure attachment. At the heart of RP-5168 is the world famous K&N high flow cotton air filter media in a 6-inch height with 5/8-inch deep filter pleats.

The RP-5168 carbon fiber top air filter has been tested in the K&N in-house filtration lab to ensure maximum possible airflow achievable while providing guaranteed engine protection. Test results show that RP-5168 can flow over 350 cubic feet per minute (CFM) of air at 1.5 inches of water pressure. To put it simply, RP-5168 flows plenty of air to be used in the K&N Air Intake System, 63-3079, which fits the 580 horsepower 6.2-liter supercharged V8 of the 2012-2014 Chevy Camaro ZL1.

Air Filter test data for K&N RP-5168

K&N performs filtration efficiency testing following the ISO 5011 protocol to guarantee that our air filters will provide high airflow without sacrificing engine protection. K&N RP-5168 was shown to have a 98.50% overall filtration efficiency when tested with ISO coarse test dust. Calling this test dust coarse is almost preposterous, as 22% of the dust is rated at 10 microns or less. To provide a visual, a human blood cell is typically between 6 and 8 microns across. Click here to view detailed test results.

As with other K&N high-flow air filters, RP-5168, is washable and reusable using one of the K&N Recharger air filter service kits. Recharger, 99-5000, includes 12 fluid ounces of air filter cleaner and a 6.5 ounce aerosol bottle of air filter oil for quick and easy application. Recharger, 99-5050, differs in that it includes an 8 ounce squeeze bottle of K&N filter oil for a more precise application. RP-5168, when used in custom or race vehicles, is warranted against defective materials or workmanship for one year from date of purchase with no mileage limitation.

The heat shield used in the 2013-2016 Nissan Altima K&N air intake system uses and adaptor to retain the stock air ducting which routes cold air toward the intake

The Nissan Altima is a fun to drive mid-size car available as a sedan or coupe. The Nissan Altima has been manufactured in the U.S.A since 1992 and in 2011 the Altima became the second bestselling car in the United States. 2013 brought changes to the Altima and rang in a new fifth generation Nissan Altima. Continuing over from the fourth generation Altima is the lively 2.5-liter four-cylinder QR25DE DOHC engine coupled to a constant velocity transmission (CVT).

Performance Air Intake System 69-7064TS from K&N Filters for the 2013-2016 Nissan Altima 2.5 Liter models

Now, owners of 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016 Nissan Altima models who opted for the fuel efficient 2.5-liter four-cylinder QR25DE engine can also opt for increased performance and more horsepower with the K&N 69-7064TS Typhoon performance air intake system. The 69-7064TS performance air intake system is precision-engineered to be a simple-to-install performance add-on. A free-flowing mandrel-bent aluminum intake tube helps to minimize restriction, allowing your engine to breathe easier. A durable silver powder coated finish is applied to the tube, providing a unique appearance under the hood that will look great for years to come.

Dyno Chart - 2013 Nissan Altimas with a 2.5 Liter engine gains an estimated 7.75 more horsepower and 9.5 lb-ft of torque for improved acceleration and drivability

K&N equips the 69-7064TS performance air intake system with the oversized RX-4730XD Xstream top air filter. Xstream top air filters feature a patented filter top design which provides increased surface area, over a comparable sized standard top K&N air filter, to help increase airflow while also providing outstanding engine protection. K&N used the RX-4730XD filter to improve power delivery and drivability. RX-4730XD is made with K&N’s famous high-flow filter media so it’s washable and reusable and can even go up to 100,000 miles between cleanings, depending on driving conditions.

The 69-7064TS air intake system features a custom designed heat shield which is specific to the 2013-2016 Nissan Altima 2.5 Liter. The heat shield shrouds the air filter under the hood, helping to protect air entering the intake from radiant heat coming off the engine. Plus the heat shield used in 69-7064TS incorporates a fresh air scoop adapter to retain the use of the stock fresh air duct. Retaining the stock cold air duct keeps incoming air temperatures within factory specifications.

All of the design features of the 69-7064TS performance air intake system work together to deliver increased performance. On the dyno, 69-7064TS produced an estimated additional 7.75 horsepower and 9.51 pound-feet of torque over the stock system. Additional horsepower and torque can come in handy when merging onto a highway, or when driving up a steep grade.

The 69-7064TS performance air intake system is an excellent upgrade for your Nissan Altima 2.5, 2.5S, 2.5 SV, or 2.5 SL. With simple to follow instructions and no need to make any other modifications to the vehicle, you’ll be on the road in approximately 90 minutes with more horsepower under your right foot. If all that weren’t enough, K&N backs the 69-7064TS with the industry-leading K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty. Whether it’s taking your sporty Nissan Altima coupe to the next level of performance or adding some get up and go to the family Nissan Altima sedan, K&N has what you’re looking for with the 69-7064TS Typhoon air intake system.

Performance air intake 69-7064TS is designed to fit and function properly on the Nissan Altima models listed below:

2016 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5L - All
2015 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5L - All
2014 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5L - All
2013 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5L - All

For all K&N NIssan Altima air intakes visit the Nissan Altima Air Intakes page on KNFilters.com.

The K&N NASA American Iron Ford Mustang RTR race car was built in-house by the K&N crew and is wrapped in bold K&N graphics

The National Auto Sport Association, or NASA for short, is the sanctioning body behind the American Iron Racing Series. American Iron Racing was created for U.S. made muscle cars such as the Ford Mustang, Chevrolet Camaro, and the Pontiac Firebird. It is composed of three classes, the Camaro Mustang Challenge (CMC), American Iron (AI), and American Iron Extreme (AIX). The classes vary from the CMC, which is composed of nearly showroom stock cars, all the way to AIX, which is almost an open class.

K&N partnered with quality manufacturers like Ford Racing, Optima Batteries, Eibach Springs and Bassani Exhaust to make this dream car a reality

The American Iron (AI), class is situated between the other two, with rules in place for minimum weights and maximum horsepower to weight ratios. K&N Performance Filters specifically built the 2014 Ford Racing Mustang RTR to compete in the AI class. American Iron Racing rules specify that eligible cars must use an OEM frame and chassis or “Body in White” type vehicle shell.

K&N designed a custom ram air induction system for the Mustang using a K&N performance air filter and had it produced it with a form of 3D printing

A 2010 Ford Mustang Body In White (BIW) shell forms the basis of the K&N Motorsports Ford Racing Mustang RTR. At the heart of this American Made pony car sits a stock Ford 5.0L TI-VCT Coyote engine. Power output is tuned to comply with the American Iron Racing horsepower-to-weight ratio rules. According to Dave Martis, R&D Manager at K&N, “The car makes 387 horsepower and 391ft-lb of torque to the rear wheels.”

This Ford Racing Mustang RTR uses two K&N Billet Aluminum Fuel Filters as well as an Optima Redtop Battery

It takes more than an engine and shell to build a racecar. The K&N Mustang RTR uses suspension components from venerable manufacturers such as Cortex Racing, JRi Shocks, and Eibach springs. Stopping power is provided by Baer Brake Systems six piston calipers, 14-inch floating race rotors, and Hawk Brakes racing brake pads. Tires come from Toyo Tire and are the only tires permitted in the American Iron class. The build sheet for the K&N Motorsports Mustang is quite extensive and a full list can be downloaded here.

A CV Products remote oil filter adaptor is used to relocate K&N Wrench-Off Oil Filter number HP-1018 on the Ford Racing Mustang RTR

Of course no K&N built race car would be complete without the world-class filtration products that K&N is famous for. A one-off custom made ram air induction forces cold air through high-flow air filter, number 33-2058, and into the intake system. 33-2058 is an OE replacement style air filter originally intended for Dodge Ram pickups equipped with the 8.0-liter V10 engine traditionally used in the Dodge Viper. Making sure the Coyote motor has clean oil is K&N Wrench-Off Oil Filter, number HP-1018. The higher flow rates, thicker canister walls, and outstanding filtration offered by a K&N Wrench-Off Oil Filter are crucial for race vehicles. In addition to the customary K&N filtration products, this Mustang also uses two K&N Billet Aluminum inline fuel filters. K&N part number 81-1003 is used in the trunk to filter gasoline as it leaves the Fuel Safe fuel cell. Under the hood is billet fuel filter 81-1001 to make sure the fuel is clean before it enters the fuel injection system.

Ryan Walton practiced at Willow Springs and will be heading to Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca for the next AI race

The K&N Motorsports Mustang has performed well since the build was completed earlier this year. Most recently, the car was piloted by Ryan Walton to a second and third place finish at Spring Mountain Motorsports Park in Pahrump, Nevada. Further testing and practice was held this past Friday at Willow Springs International Raceway. Walton and the K&N crew will use a NASA event, not part of the American Iron Racing Series, to further hone skills and perfect the car before heading up to the legendary Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca near Monterey, California. Just two rounds remain in the American Iron Racing Series 2014 season and the K&N Motorsports crew has high expectations.

Upcoming American Iron Races include:
July 26-27: Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca
Oct 4-5: Buttonwillow

View the 2014 K&N Mustang RTR Spec Sheet

Kyle Larson proves he can turn the number 42 Clorox Chevrolet right during the Carneros 200 NASCAR K&N Pro Series West race at Sonoma Raceway

It didn’t take long for Kyle Larson to find his comfort zone again on the NASCAR K&N Pro Series.

Kyle Larson had the fast qualifying time in the Clorox Chevrolet and led every lap of the Carneros 200 NASCAR K&N Pro Series West race at Sonoma Raceway

He won the K&N Pro Series West race at Sonoma Raceway, leading every lap and starting from the pole. He was making his first start in more than a year on the K&N Pro Series. He was a regular on the K&N Pro Series East before making the move to the Nationwide and Sprint Cup Series.

“It’s always fun racing the K&N cars,” Larson said. “I miss running them. I got to run the East Series a couple years ago and had a blast with that. I was really excited about coming here and running the West Series at home.”

It was his first win in the K&N Pro Series West. He won two races and the championship in the K&N Pro Series East in 2012. Winning at Sonoma Raceway wasn’t as easy as it looked though, Larson said after the race.

Coming in second was the leader of the NASCAR K&N Pro Series West standings Greg Pursley, followed by number two in points, Dylan Lupton in his Sunrise Ford of Fontana race car

“It seemed like they would always stay with me on a restart until I got to turn 7,” Larson said. “I was able to gap them a little bit there. I just struggled with choosing the right lines in the beginning of the race.”

Larson, from Elk Grove, Calif., is a rookie on the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. After winning the Carneros 200 at Sonoma Raceway, the driver for Chip Ganassi Racing qualified third for the Sprint Cup Series race.

“I thought I would be OK when I came here,” Larson said. “I didn’t think I would be that good. I still don’t really think I’m that good. We just qualified good. Looking back, I was a little bit frustrated after the qualifying run. I gave up a lot of time I thought out on the track, could’ve had a shot at the pole.”

A representative from K&N Performance Air filters was on site to congratulate Kyle Larson on his win in the Carneros 200 NASCAR K&N Pro Series West race at Sonoma Raceway

Larson wasn’t the only Sprint Cup Series driver in the K&N Pro Series West field. Ricky Stenhouse Jr., who drives for Roush Fenway Racing in the Sprint Cup Series, was fourth in the K&N Pro Series West race.

Justin Allgaier, also a Sprint Cup Series regular, was 14th in the K&N Pro Series West race.

Greg Pursley, who leads the K&N Pro Series West standings, was second in the race at Sonoma. He increased his lead to 21 points over Dylan Lupton, was who third in the race.

The race ended with a green-white-checkered flag finish. There were five caution periods for 16 laps in the race.

“We had a top five car,” Lupton said. “I just knew I had to get a little bit of a gap on him to hold them off. Luckily I was able to do that on the green-white-checker. That first lap, I was able to get about a 20-car gap on Stenhouse behind me. That just opened me up to cruise to a third-place finish. Larson and Pursley were very fast all day long. It was hard to keep up with them.

Pursley has six top-five finishes in six K&N Pro Series races this year. He won the K&N Pro Series West Race at Kern County Raceway Park in California on May 24.

“Happy to come home second today,” Pursley said. “I think that’s our best finish here. Got another top five and that’s a good day for the points.”

Brandon McReynolds rounded out the top five with a fifth-place finish.

The next race on the K&N Pro Series West is the Stateline Speedway in Idaho on July 12. 2