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Reusable Air Filter Offers 50,000 Miles Between Servicing for 5 Renault Models

The K&N 33-3057 air filter will last for 50,000 miles between servicing.

The K&N 33-3057 air filter is designed for five Renault models manufactured between 2015-2017

Designed to fit five different Renault models including the Talisman, Scenic IV, Megane IV, Grand Scenic IV, and Espace manufactured between 2015 through 2017, the K&N 33-3057 replacement air filter offers a plethora of advantages over conventional air filters.

First, it is washable and reusable and can be used for the life of your vehicle. You may never have to buy another air filter again. That will obviously save you a great deal of money. That’s because most conventional air filters that are neither washable nor reusable will probably last for about 15,000 miles. Assuming an engine life of 150,000 miles you will go through ten air filters over the life of the vehicle.

Second, the K&N air filter features a unique multilayered cotton gauze medium that performs better than conventional paper or foam air filters. The cotton within the air filter is treated with a special grade of oil that makes its strands very sticky. This allows them to capture and hold potentially harmful contaminants. This is all done without sacrificing air flow. And better yet, as the filter gets dirty, the dirt and dust it collects absorbs some of the oil from the filter. This makes the contaminants essentially become part of the filtration media.

Third, the K&N air filter better airflow than conventional paper filters. That’s because conventional paper air filters must be thick and/or the fibers must be tightly compressed and dense just to meet minimum filtration standards. So, right out of the box the conventional air filter is typically more restrictive to airflow than the K&N air filter. In addition, conventional paper air filters become more and more clogged as dirt collects on the surface. The air pressure inside the filter drops while the air pressure outside stays the same. As the air pressure differential between the inside and outside of the filter becomes more severe, the filter becomes more restrictive and pulls contaminants through the paper medium threatening its ability to protect the engine. As a result, the performance of the paper filter decreases near the end of its service interval.

Conventional foam air filters lack enough surface area and that hinders the filter’s ability to capture and hold contaminants. Dirt builds up on the outside and blocks openings causing higher vacuum pressure that distorts the cells and causes contaminants to be drawn deeper into the filter and potentially into the engine.

Unlike conventional paper and foam filters, the contaminants captured by the K&N filter become part of the filter medium because they are suspended in the cotton strands. So there is less of an effect on airflow. The air continues to pass through the cotton strands and is not affected by the captured contaminants.

K&N offers the 99-5000 filter service kit, which is specially formulated to cleanse and rejuvenate the K&N air filter. If the air filter is properly cleaned, it can be used over and over again. As a result, K&N backs the air filter with a 10-Year/Million Mile Limited Warranty that guarantees that the filter will perform for up to 10 years or 1,000,000 miles without needing replacement.

The K&N air filter works with the car’s original equipment electronics and will not void the vehicle warranty. It is designed to fit into the existing factory air box and can be installed in less than 5 minutes.

The K&N 33-3057 air filter is designed for the following vehicles:

2017 RENAULT TALISMAN 1.6L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2017 RENAULT TALISMAN 1.6L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2017 RENAULT TALISMAN 1.5L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2017 RENAULT SCENIC IV 1.6L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2017 RENAULT SCENIC IV 1.5L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2017 RENAULT SCENIC IV 1.2L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2017 RENAULT MEGANE IV 1.6L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2017 RENAULT MEGANE IV 1.6L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2017 RENAULT MEGANE IV 1.5L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2017 RENAULT MEGANE IV 1.2L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2017 RENAULT GRAND SCENIC IV 1.6L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2017 RENAULT GRAND SCENIC IV 1.5L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2017 RENAULT GRAND SCENIC IV 1.2L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2017 RENAULT ESPACE V 1.6L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2017 RENAULT ESPACE V 1.6L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2016 RENAULT TALISMAN 1.6L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2016 RENAULT TALISMAN 1.6L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2016 RENAULT TALISMAN 1.5L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2016 RENAULT SCENIC IV 1.6L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2016 RENAULT SCENIC IV 1.5L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2016 RENAULT SCENIC IV 1.2L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2016 RENAULT MEGANE IV 1.6L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2016 RENAULT MEGANE IV 1.6L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2016 RENAULT MEGANE IV 1.5L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2016 RENAULT MEGANE IV 1.2L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2016 RENAULT GRAND SCENIC IV 1.6L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2016 RENAULT GRAND SCENIC IV 1.5L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2016 RENAULT GRAND SCENIC IV 1.2L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2016 RENAULT ESPACE V 1.6L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2016 RENAULT ESPACE V 1.6L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2015 RENAULT TALISMAN 1.6L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2015 RENAULT TALISMAN 1.6L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2015 RENAULT TALISMAN 1.5L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2015 RENAULT MEGANE IV 1.6L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2015 RENAULT MEGANE IV 1.6L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2015 RENAULT MEGANE IV 1.5L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models
2015 RENAULT MEGANE IV 1.2L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2015 RENAULT ESPACE V 1.6L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2015 RENAULT ESPACE V 1.6L L4 Diesel Engine - All Models

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Jeep Wrangler Serious On and Off-Road Performance with a K&N Snorkel Intake System

A snorkel intake improves the breathing ability of the intake in off-road conditions

Any serious off-roader installs a snorkel intake on their JK Jeep Wrangler before heading off-road

Serious off-roaders understand the value of a snorkel intake and many would not take on a challenging trek without their Jeep being equipped with one. That’s why K&N developed the 63-1574 AirCharger intake system for 2007 – 2011 Jeep Wranglers with the 3.8L V6 engine.

The 3.8L V6 was based on Chrysler’s 3.3L narrow-angle 60-degree V6 engine, of which nearly 5 million of the smaller displacement engine had been produced. While the 3.8L (230.5 CID) V6 saw duty in various mini-vans, it was installed in only one Jeep model: the 2007 – 2011 JK Wrangler.

The 3.8L V6, code named the EGH, was manufactured in Chrysler’s Trenton, Michigan engine plant. The increase in displacement was achieved by both increasing cylinder bore and crankshaft stroke. The EGH featured a cast iron engine block with forged steel connecting rods and aluminum cylinder heads with a single central camshaft, roller tappets, pushrods, and overhead valves. Fuel delivery was by sequential multiple-port fuel injection.

From 2007-2011, JK Wrangler customers had to make do with the 202 horsepower EGH V6. However, in 2012 Jeep began installation of the Chrysler Pentastar 3.6L V6 engine, which boosted power to 285 horsepower, leaving owners of previous model years over 80 horsepower short of the new models.

The K&N 63-1574 AirCharger kit comes complete with all needed components and fittings

The K&N AirCharger kit comes complete from snorkel to the intake manifold connection

The K&N 63-1574 AirCharger system can help. Its snorkel system, which is specifically designed for the JK Jeep Wrangler, features high-flow air ducting that adds an estimated 11.32 horsepower to the 3.8L V6 Jeep. The AirCharger system replaces the entire restrictive factory intake, including ducts and filter. Why? K&N AirCharger systems are designed to dramatically reduce air intake restriction, delivering more fresh air to your engine than the factory air filter assembly. The equation is simple: more fresh, cool air into the engine means more usable power and acceleration throughout the RPM range.

The uniquely designed snorkel system that’s a key component of the K&N 63-1574 AirCharger system brings in outside air from an ideal location to allow you to ride your Jeep hard in extreme off-road conditions. Fresh air is directed through the low-restriction snorkel tubing and into a tough K&N roto-molded air box that contains a RF-1048 7.5-inch K&N high-flow air filter.

The air filter can be removed for cleaning without the need for disassembling the system

The Roto-Molded air box features a cover to allow for easy access to the oversized air filter

An aerodynamically engineered high-density intake tube smooths and straightens the air flow before its fed into the engine’s throttle body for a guaranteed power gain. The intake tube has provisions to install the stock intake air temperature sensor, and engine breather hose. The oversized RF-1048 cone shaped air filter can be used for up to 100,000 miles before servicing is needed depending on your driving conditions. And servicing is simple with the K&N 99-5000 filter care service kit.

The K&N 63-1574 was designed for the following vehicles:

2011 JEEP WRANGLER 3.8L V6 Fuel Injection - All Models
2010 JEEP WRANGLER 3.8L V6 Fuel Injection - All Models
2009 JEEP WRANGLER 3.8L V6 Fuel Injection - All Models
2008 JEEP WRANGLER 3.8L V6 Fuel Injection - All Models
2007 JEEP WRANGLER 3.8L V6 Fuel Injection - All Models

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K&N Intake System Adds Horsepower and Torque to 2014 - 2017 Polaris RZR 1000 UTVs

The K&N intake system replaces the restrictive factory air intake in Polaris RZR 1000 models

K&N 63-1133 is designed to improve throttle response and engine sound on Polaris 1000 UTVs

Long known as a manufacturer of snowmobiles and ATVs, just over a decade ago Polaris Industries analyzed the recreational side by side market and through their research determined exactly the kind of machine that would dominate the category. The result was the first of the Ranger RZR series introduced in 2007.

What separated the Polaris RZR from its competitors at the time was that the RZR was sold straight off the dealers' showroom floor with high levels of off-road performance. The Polaris Ranger RZR, typically shortened in conversation to the Polaris RZR, was the first true “out of the box” sport UTV available.

Building upon the success of the original model, Polaris has spent the last decade improving and expanding the RZR product line. A common feature among all RZR models, though, is the disposable (and expensive) pleated paper air filter fitted to the OEM air box. While a disposable paper air filter is efficient at trapping dirt up to a point, it leaves a bit to be desired in terms of performance, longevity, and cost.

K&N intakes are designed to reduce intake restriction as they smooth and straighten air flow

The custom fabricated intake completely replaces the OEM unit and provides better air flow

Fortunately, K&N Engineering has an answer for Polaris RZR owners looking to upgrade the air intake system of their side by side UTV.

K&N developed the 63-1133 Aircharger® performance air intake systems specifically for select 1000 series RZR models to increase power and torque, as well as reduce maintenance costs. This air intake system is an easy to install, bolt-on upgrade which replaces the entire restrictive original equipment air box and filter.

K&N's Polaris Ranger RZR XP 1000 air intake features a conical air filter and free-flowing aluminum intake tube which deliver air an increased flow of air into the engine’s throttle body for a guaranteed power gain. The intake system also features a custom air box designed to shield the air filters from engine heat. Beyond gains in power the performance air intake kit also improves throttle response and engine sound.

And while initially a little more expensive than the OEM disposable paper filters, the conical K&N air filter is washable and reusable. Further, not only is the filter designed to dramatically reduce intake air restriction but also provides excellent protection from harmful dirt, dust, and contaminants.

The K&N RU-5064 provides outstanding air flow with excellent filtration

K&N filters are constructed with strong pliable rubber flanges to absorb vibration and shock

K&N Aircharger air intakes for select Polaris RZR models provide increased horsepower and better throttle response. When dyno tested, the Aircharger performance air intake systems increased output by an estimated 3.3 horsepower at the drive wheels.

This air intake is relatively easy to install - taking just 90 minutes or less - using existing factory mounting points and common hand tools.

All brackets and new hardware come shipped with the filter and airbox making installation a snap

Everything needed to install the 2014 - 2017 Polaris RZR 1000 kit is included in the box

The 63-1133 air intake fits the following Polaris models:

2017 POLARIS RZR XP 4 1000 EPS HIGH LIFTER ED. 999 - All Models
2017 POLARIS RZR XP 4 1000 EPS 999 - All Models
2017 POLARIS RZR XP 1000 EPS HIGH LIFTER EDITION 999 - All Models
2017 POLARIS RZR XP 1000 EPS 999 - All Models
2017 POLARIS RZR XP 1000 B 999 - All Models
2016 POLARIS RZR XP 4 1000 EPS 999 - All Models
2016 POLARIS RZR XP 1000 EPS HIGH LIFTER EDITION 999 - All Models
2016 POLARIS RZR XP 1000 EPS 999 - All Models
2016 POLARIS RZR S 1000 EPS 999 - All Models
2015 POLARIS RZR XP 4 1000 EPS 999 - All Models
2015 POLARIS RZR XP 1000 EPS HIGH LIFTER EDITION 999 - All Models
2015 POLARIS RZR XP 1000 EPS DESERT EDITION 999 - All Models
2015 POLARIS RZR XP 1000 EPS 999 - All Models
2014 POLARIS RZR XP 4 1000 EPS 999 - All Models
2014 POLARIS RZR XP 1000 EPS 999 - All Models

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Jimmie Johnson Won the Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway

Jimmie Johnson, K&N, NASCAR, Food City 500

Jimmie Johnson celebrating his win at the Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway

Jimmie Johnson won his second Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series race of the season, and his second in a row at the Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway, on Monday. After a rain delay on Sunday, the Food City 500 was rescheduled to Monday and did not break the momentum of Johnson from his win two weeks earlier at the O’Reilly Auto Parts 500.

“Yeah, just a really solid performance all day long, great pit stops,” Johnson said. “Same thing at Texas. I think that was the piece we were lacking to start the season. Don't know why, don't know what it was, but our cars have been very capable of running up front, and it's been nice these last two weeks to execute from the start of the race qualifying. Was saved by the rain this week and the week before. I spun out after I took the flag”.

This was Johnson’s 82nd career win, which puts him within one for sixth place on the all time career wins list. The win was also the second career win for Johnson at Bristol Motor Speedway. Johnson did not lead until the 394th lap of the race, and eventually led three times for a total of 81 laps.

“I know we won here one other time, but I think from a consistency standpoint and competitive standpoint, this is the best we've ever been, and I've been looking and trying to figure this place out, and I've come here with the identical race car that Jeff Gordon wins with, and I run 15th,” Johnson said. “That's where a lot of that emotion came from is more in the personal category today and getting that win”.

Clint Bowyer came in second place, finishing just 1.199 seconds behind Johnson. This was Bowyer’s best finish since finishing in second place in 2013. Bowyer is still looking for his first win since 2012 at Charlotte. This was Bowyer's fourth top 10 finish this season and his 11th at Bristol Motor Speedway.

NASCAR, K&N, Martin Truex Jr

Drivers led by Martin Truex Jr stopped for a pit stop

"You try everything you possibly can, and I was starting to do some pretty desperate things with brakes and my line and stuff like that, and then you just realize...your mindset quickly changes, and you're like, ‘All right, let's put it in perspective here, we've come a long ways, it was a long day, and second place is probably a good run for us, and we should be happy with that.’ We shouldn't hang our head about it."

Kevin Harvick came in third place, who was passed by Bowyer, his teammate, on lap 485.

“We just needed track position,” Harvick said. “I think we showed how fast it was there on no tires and kind of able to hold our own. A good weekend, and we’ll just keep going."

Kyle Larson, who finished in sixth, leads the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Standings with 360 points and 7 playoff points. Chase Elliott is in second place with 333 points. Martin Truex Jr is in third place with 323 points and 10 playoff points. Brad Keselowski, Jimmie Johnson, and Martin Truex Jr are tied for the lead the in the current playoff standings with 10 points.

The next race in the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series will be at the Toyota Owners 400 at Richmond International Raceway.

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New Challenges for K&N Sponsored Bradley Morris in the 2017 Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series

K&N-sponsored driver of the #24 Pro 2 and Pro 4 Bradley Morris

K&N-sponsored driver of the #24 Pro 2 and Pro 4 Bradley Morris

A new year brings a new challenge for the K&N-sponsored Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series driver Bradley Morris. With the season opener for LOORS upon us, Bradley is getting set to battle in two different trucks this season. Bradley is going to be racing in his Pro 4 as well as in a brand new Pro 2. He is set to battle with some new drivers and some familiar ones he raced against in Pro Lite and Trophy Karts.

Bradley Morris stirring up some dust in the K&N Filters Pro 4

Bradley Morris stirring up some dust in the K&N Filters Pro 4

Bradley’s rookie season in his Pro 4 was also his return to short course off road racing after breaking his neck. It was a brand new truck in a brand new class for Bradley. It wasn’t quite what he was hoping for, as he was expecting to be able to jump back into a truck and be back to his usual ways of being on the podium multiple times in a single weekend. But now Bradley realizes when you are driving against some of the best drivers, it is not likely to happen right away. It took some time to get used to the truck and a completely different style of driving, than the two wheel drive trucks he grew up racing, but he knew he would be able to get comfortable and make it to the podium soon enough.

Spitting fire while flying through the air in the K&N Filters Pro 2

Spitting fire while flying through the air in the K&N Filters Pro 2

Then before you knew it, Bradley was battling with the leaders and then finishing on the podium and having multiple top five finishes. Even with him getting faster each race, in the off season there were major changes that were done to the truck, including the team cutting off the back half of the truck and changing all the cooling configurations for weight distribution. With all the testing that Bradley has done with the new design, everything has gone great. Bradley said, “I am very excited about the changes that we made to the Pro 4. It has helped me dramatically with entry into the turns, and keeping all four tires driving the truck forward.”

BME Motorsports Pro 2 and Pro 4 ready to battle in 2017

BME Motorsports Pro 2 and Pro 4 ready to battle in 2017

Along with the Pro 4, Bradley will be debuting his new Pro 2 at the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series season opener in Chandler, Arizona. Bradley grew up racing two wheel drive vehicles starting from the JR Trophy Karts, Modified Karts, Single Buggy, Pro Buggy, and the Pro Lite. Bradley had great success in these classes growing up, and his driving style was very smooth and fast. With the new Pro 2, Bradley will be driving in his natural driving style and is hoping to make great things happen in this class. Bradley said, “ I am very excited to race in a Pro 2, it is something that I have wanted to do since I started racing at age 8. To be able to race in the two premiere classes in short course is crazy. I wanted to thank everyone who has helped me get to this point of my racing career, and the great continual support from K&N Filters, Kicker Audio, and Maxxis Tires.”

Bradley Morris sliding sideways in the K&N Filters-sponsored Pro 4

Bradley Morris sliding sideways in the K&N Filters-sponsored Pro 4

Bradley is also excited to possibly be the youngest driver to drive in the Pro 4 and Pro 2 classes at the same time. He was originally the youngest driver in Pro Lite, when he first started which has now been beat, and also the youngest in the Pro 4 where many drivers were skeptical. After racing with him they knew he was going to be a clean driver and not do anything reckless. Growing up, Bradley has always set goals for himself in racing and this year is no exception. Bradley is setting some strong goals which he believes are not out of reach, and those goals are to win a race in each class, but hopefully more, and to be consistently in the top five throughout the year. Bradley believes that K&N Filters is going to be a big part of making that happen, because if his motors don’t get clean air and filtered oil to the motor he will not be able to make the power needed to be up front and to make the motor last an entire race. He said he knows they do their job and can focus on the race even while he is being roosted with dirt and mud. So watch out for Bradley to be a top contender in both the premiere classes in the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series this year.

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