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“I race heads up, because I don't know how to dial it back. It's all or nothing.“ - Nikki Frost

It all started in 2012 when the transmission blew on Nikki‘s daily driver. She had become the legal administrator for a successful law firm in Philadelphia, so she decided that it was time to treat herself to a brand new car. Initially, she wanted a Dodge Challenger, but found that it was just too heavy and cumbersome. She looked at the Chevrolet Camaro, but decided against it due to the poor visibility. Then she went for a drive in a Ford Mustang GT, and like Goldilocks, Nikki found the new blue-oval pony car to be “just right“. As luck would have it, Ford had just announced a new color for the 2013 model year called Gotta Have It Green. And Nikki (wait for it) just had to have it! She recalled “As soon as we drove it off the lot, we took it to the local drag strip to see what it could do. Totally stock, it ran 13's. It wasn't anything crazy. So we talked to Brian Ellis over at Vortech and he said they needed an R&D car for their 2013 blower kit, and since the Gotta Have It Green color just came out, it would be the perfect booth car for SEMA. And by me having that opportunity, my husband had to buy one of the other cars that were on the lot, which was the 2013 Ford Mustang GT that I'm racing now.”

Nikki Frost’s Gotta Have It Green 2013 Ford Mustang GT at the 2013 SEMA Show

Nikki quipped: “Me and my husband raced one time in the NMRA True Street class, and he won. But I’d thrown my clutch out. But I have been faster in both cars then he has.” Earlier this year, she “commandeered” her husband’s Mustang GT 5.0L, so she could start racing heads up in the Coyote Modified class. “I wanted to build a race car, but I really like my heated seats and stick shift. So I convinced him to let me take his base model GT, rip everything out, and turn it into a race car. I would pay for all of the mods, and he would get a race car out of it. So that's what I'm racing now. It worked out well for both of us.” And indeed it has, because Nikki now sits in 7th place in her class.

All of Nikki’s impressive victory‘s were achieved with a manual transmission. And if you know much about drag racing, then you understand how tricky managing a clutch can be as you’re blasting down that straightaway. So to make her new drag car more competitive, it’s been fitted with a modified Turbo 400 automatic from Transmission Specialties. The Ford 5.0L Coyote V8 has received numerous upgrades, including a Vortech V7 JTB supercharger, capped by a high-flow AIRAID performance air filter. Nikki said, “AIRAID has proven performance in my opinion. And since I've been running AIRAID, I've had no regrets."

AIRAID driver Nikki Frost went from playing with toy cars to racing the real ones

AIRAID is proud to sponsor Nikki Frost, and we can’t wait to watch her dominate the 2018 NMRA season

The AIRAID POWERAID comes complete with all required hardware along with instructions

The concept of a throttle body spacer is based on real science. Lengthening the plenum of the system provides a greater volume of air from which the individual cylinders can draw.

Based on careful mathematic calculations, AIRAID engineers have determined how much to lengthen the intake to achieve the greatest benefit over the greatest RPM range. The POWERAID throttle body spacer is designed to enhance off-idle torque from 800 rpm to approximately 3,000 rpm.

A close-up reveals the helix grooves on the inside of the spacer

Each AIRAID POWERAID throttle body spacer is manufactured from the highest quality aircraft grade 6061-T6 aluminum. POWERAID kits include the necessary gaskets, hardware, and precision brackets to maintain proper geometry with the factory components.

Inserted downstream of the throttle butterfly, installation takes only about an hour and is thoroughly covered in illustrated instructions included in the shipping carton.

And of course, the 200-639 POWERAID throttle body spacer is backed by AIRAID’s “No Hassle” Lifetime Warranty.

The AIRAID 200-639 is designed to fit the following vehicles:

The helix grooves help align and maintain the momentum of incoming intake air

The AIRAID direct fit replacement air filter for certain Can-Am models are made to be a perfect fit

BRP entered the all-terrain vehicle segment in 1998. Within a year that first model, the Traxster, was named “ATV of the Year” by ATV magazine. In 2002, BRP again shook up the market with its Traxster MAX, the first ATV approved for two people. And with the Traxster XL, BRP introduced the first 4WD ATV with a dumping bed.

In 2006 BRP, relaunched its ATV products under the Can-Am brand, a name formerly used for the company’s line of motocross and dirt bikes. Then in 2010, BRP launched its first Side by Side, the Can-Am Commander 1000. It was promptly selected as a “Best of the Best” by Field & Stream magazine.

Several victories in the Dakar Rally have helped seal the Can-Am brand reputation for performance and ruggedness.

In 2013, the company added the Maverick line of pure sport Side by Sides to sit aside the Commander line, which provides a blend of sport and utility.

As great as these machines are, there’s always room for improvement. Take the AIRAID 850-601 direct fit replacement air filter for example.

Everything you need to install a AIRAID direct fit replacement filter is included in the box

The key to the performance increase provided by the AIRAID 850-601 air filter is that it’s constructed with multiple layers of cotton gauze & non-woven synthetic filter media, a combination of the two best filter materials in use today. This hybrid filter media provides significant improvements in air flow and filtration compared to typical replacement filters, but at the same time provides outstanding protection against damaging contaminants reaching your engine.

And there’s no need to purchase a new paper filter each time the old one gets dirty when you can upgrade to a serviceable AIRAID direct fit replacement filter for often less than the cost of two stock replacements – as well as keep non-recyclable used paper air filters out of landfills.

Installation takes only a few minutes and is as simple as replacing your stock filter element. To make things more convenient, the 850-601 is both washable and reusable. To maintain performance, check your AIRAID filter regularly and more frequently if your travel off-road or in heavy dust conditions. When the filter appears dirty, it’s time for a cleaning. The best and easiest way to service your filter is with the AIRAID 790-558 premium dry filter cleaning solution.

All AIRAID products are manufactured of the highest quality raw materials here in the USA

All AIRAID premium filters are proudly manufactured at AIRAID facilities here in the USA using only the finest raw materials available and highly specialized manufacturing equipment to ensure a level of quality control no other air filter company can match. This is just one of many reasons why all of AIRAID's filters are backed by our "No Hassle" Lifetime Warranty.

The AIRAID 850-601 is designed to fit the following vehicles:

2017 CAN-AM MAVERICK MAX 1000R X MR 976 - All Models
2017 CAN-AM MAVERICK MAX 1000R DPS 976 - All Models
2017 CAN-AM MAVERICK 1000R XC 976 - All Models
2017 CAN-AM MAVERICK 1000R X XC 976 - All Models
2017 CAN-AM MAVERICK 1000R DPS 976 - All Models
2017 CAN-AM COMMANDER 800R XT 800 - All Models
2017 CAN-AM COMMANDER 800R DPS 800 - All Models
2017 CAN-AM COMMANDER 800R 800 - All Models
2017 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 XT-P 976 - All Models
2017 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 XT 976 - All Models
2017 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 MOSSY OAK HUNTING EDITION 976 - All Models
2017 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 LTD 976 - All Models
2017 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 DPS 976 - All Models
2016 CAN-AM MAVERICK MAX 1000R X DS 976 - All Models
2016 CAN-AM MAVERICK MAX 1000R DPS 976 - All Models
2016 CAN-AM MAVERICK MAX 1000R 976 - All Models
2016 CAN-AM MAVERICK 1000R XC 976 - All Models
2016 CAN-AM MAVERICK 1000R X XC DPS 976 - All Models
2016 CAN-AM MAVERICK 1000R X MR DPS 976 - All Models
2016 CAN-AM MAVERICK 1000R X DS 976 - All Models
2016 CAN-AM MAVERICK 1000R DPS 976 - All Models
2016 CAN-AM MAVERICK 1000R 976 - All Models
2016 CAN-AM COMMANDER MAX 1000 XT 976 - All Models
2016 CAN-AM COMMANDER MAX 1000 LTD 976 - All Models
2016 CAN-AM COMMANDER MAX 1000 DPS 976 - All Models
2016 CAN-AM COMMANDER 800R XT 800 - All Models
2016 CAN-AM COMMANDER 800R DPS 800 - All Models
2016 CAN-AM COMMANDER 800R 800 - All Models
2016 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 XT-P 976 - All Models
2016 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 XT 976 - All Models
2016 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 MOSSY OAK HUNTING EDITION 976 - All Models
2016 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 LTD 976 - All Models
2016 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 DPS 976 - All Models
2015 CAN-AM MAVERICK MAX 1000R X RS DPS 976 - All Models
2015 CAN-AM MAVERICK MAX 1000R X DS 976 - Exc. Turbo
2015 CAN-AM MAVERICK MAX 1000R 976 - All Models
2015 CAN-AM MAVERICK 1000R X XC DPS 976 - All Models
2015 CAN-AM MAVERICK 1000R X RS DPS 976 - All Models
2015 CAN-AM MAVERICK 1000R X MR DPS 976 - All Models
2015 CAN-AM MAVERICK 1000R X DS 976 - Exc. Turbo
2015 CAN-AM MAVERICK 1000R 976 - All Models
2015 CAN-AM COMMANDER MAX 1000 XT 976 - All Models
2015 CAN-AM COMMANDER MAX 1000 LTD 976 - All Models
2015 CAN-AM COMMANDER MAX 1000 DPS 976 - All Models
2015 CAN-AM COMMANDER 800R XT 800 - All Models
2015 CAN-AM COMMANDER 800R DPS 800 - All Models
2015 CAN-AM COMMANDER 800R 800 - All Models
2015 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 XT-P 976 - All Models
2015 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 XT 976 - All Models
2015 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 LTD 976 - All Models
2015 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 DPS 976 - All Models
2014 CAN-AM MAVERICK X XC DPS 1000R 976 - All Models
2014 CAN-AM MAVERICK X RS DPS 1000R 976 - All Models
2014 CAN-AM MAVERICK X RS 1000R 976 - All Models
2014 CAN-AM MAVERICK X MR 1000R 976 - All Models
2014 CAN-AM MAVERICK MAX X RS DPS 1000R 976 - All Models
2014 CAN-AM MAVERICK MAX 1000R 976 - All Models
2014 CAN-AM MAVERICK 1000R 976 - All Models
2014 CAN-AM COMMANDER MAX 1000 XT 976 - All Models
2014 CAN-AM COMMANDER MAX 1000 DPS 976 - All Models
2014 CAN-AM COMMANDER 800R XT 800 - All Models
2014 CAN-AM COMMANDER 800R DPS 800 - All Models
2014 CAN-AM COMMANDER 800R 800 - All Models
2014 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 XT-P 976 - All Models
2014 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 XT 976 - All Models
2014 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 LTD 976 - All Models
2014 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 DPS 976 - All Models
2014 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 976 - All Models
2013 CAN-AM MAVERICK X RS 1000R 976 - All Models
2013 CAN-AM MAVERICK 1000R 976 - All Models
2013 CAN-AM COMMANDER 800R XT 800 - All Models
2013 CAN-AM COMMANDER 800R 800 - All Models
2013 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 XT-P 976 - All Models
2013 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 XT 976 - All Models
2013 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 X 976 - All Models
2013 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 LTD 976 - All Models
2013 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 DPS 976 - All Models
2013 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 976 - All Models
2012 CAN-AM COMMANDER 800R XT 800 - All Models
2012 CAN-AM COMMANDER 800R 800 - All Models
2012 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 XT 976 - All Models
2012 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 X 976 - All Models
2012 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 LTD 976 - All Models
2012 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 976 - All Models
2011 CAN-AM COMMANDER 800R XT 800 - All Models
2011 CAN-AM COMMANDER 800R 800 - All Models
2011 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 XT 976 - All Models
2011 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 X 976 - All Models
2011 CAN-AM COMMANDER 1000 976 - All Models

2013-2016 Cadillac CTS performance

In order to cleave business from the BMW 3-Series segment, they introduced the compact Cadillac ATS, which was an immediate success. In the performance department, the entry level 2013-2016 Cadillac ATS 2.5L puts out a healthy 202-hp, the turbocharged 2013-2016 Cadillac ATS 2.0T dumps 272-hp onto the rear wheels, and the top-spec 2013-2016 Cadillac ATS 3.6L delivers 321-335 horsepower. The 2013-2016 Cadillac CTS offers nearly identical performance, but with slightly more interior room. And now you can increase airflow into both cars without voiding the factory warranty, thanks to the AIRAID 850-496 direct fit replacement air filter.

2013-2016 Cadillac CTS & 2013-2016 Cadillac ATS Replacement Air Filter - AIRAID 850-496

An AIRAID 850-496 direct fit replacement air filter, on the other hand, uses a ‘depth loading’ design, which means dirt gets trapped inside of the filter itself. Each one is made by sandwiching multiple layers of cotton gauze and synthetic material, which is then treated with a proprietary oil. This causes the cotton and synthetic fibers to form a sticky web that can trap even the tiniest dirt particles, and lock them in place for 30,000-50,000 miles. That oil then soaks into the dirt, causing it to become a filtration element and stop even more dirt from reaching the engine.

Thanks to this unique design, more airflow is allowed through the filter. Another benefit of these Cadillac performance air filters is increased engine protection in dusty or dirt filled environments. You’ll also save money, because each 50-state legal AIRAID 850-496 replacement air filter is reusable, and is backed by a No-Hassle Lifetime Warranty. So if you're ready for a drop in performance upgrade for your 2013–2016 Cadillac CTS, or 2013–2016 Cadillac ATS, then pickup an AIRAID replacement air filter today.

The AIRAID 850-496 is designed to fit the following vehicles:

2017 CHEVROLET CAMARO 3.6L V6 Fuel Injection - All Models
2017 CHEVROLET CAMARO 2.0L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2017 CADILLAC CTS 3.6L V6 Fuel Injection - All Models
2017 CADILLAC CTS 2.0L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2017 CADILLAC ATS 3.6L V6 Fuel Injection - All Models
2017 CADILLAC ATS 2.0L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2016 CHEVROLET CAMARO 3.6L V6 Fuel Injection - All Models
2016 CHEVROLET CAMARO 2.0L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2016 CADILLAC CTS 3.6L V6 Fuel Injection - All Models
2016 CADILLAC CTS 2.0L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2016 CADILLAC ATS 3.6L V6 Fuel Injection - All Models
2016 CADILLAC ATS 2.5L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2016 CADILLAC ATS 2.0L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2015 CADILLAC CTS 3.6L V6 Fuel Injection - All Models
2015 CADILLAC CTS 2.0L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2015 CADILLAC ATS 3.6L V6 Fuel Injection - All Models
2015 CADILLAC ATS 2.5L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2015 CADILLAC ATS 2.0L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2014 CADILLAC CTS II 2.0L L4 Fuel Injection - From 4/14
2014 CADILLAC CTS 3.6L V6 Fuel Injection - Exc. Coupe & Wagon
2014 CADILLAC CTS 2.0L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2014 CADILLAC ATS 3.6L V6 Fuel Injection - All Models
2014 CADILLAC ATS 2.5L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2014 CADILLAC ATS 2.0L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2013 CADILLAC ATS 3.6L V6 Fuel Injection - All Models
2013 CADILLAC ATS 2.5L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2013 CADILLAC ATS 2.0L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models

AIRAID can bring the monster out in your 2017 Camaro ZL1

The original 435-hp 1969 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 was a short-run COPO rocket ship, and it was the fastest model in the Camaro line. It was conceived by an Illinois Chevrolet dealer named Fred Gibb, who used GM’s Central Office Production Order (COPO) system to order 50 1969 Camaro’s, outfitted with the lightweight ZL1 427ci racing engine. This all-aluminum powerplant was 100 lbs lighter than a standard 427 big block, and it had a crazy 12.0:1 compression ratio. The official rating was 430-hp & 450 lb-ft, but many felt that figure to be very underrated.

48 years later, the supercharged 2017 Chevy Camaro ZL1 was once again the fastest pony car in the General’s stable. This was accomplished by exchanging the previous generation’s 6.2L LSA V8, for the 6.2L LT4 from the C7 Corvette Z06. A massive intercooled supercharger sits atop the big little small block, and shovels in enough air to produce a staggering 650 HP. That's enough grunt for this mad Chevy to hit a top speed of 202.3 mph at a test track in Germany. Not bad for Chevy that can also be had as a 4cyl rental car.

2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Standard Features

Aside from the monstrous 6.2L LT4, the 2017 Camaro ZL1 specs read like a race car order sheet. Some of the standard features include 11 heat exchangers to keep the drivetrain cool. A

track cooling pack adds high-capacity oil, transmission, and differential coolers to keep the temperature in check on track days. To improve handling, the six-gen Camaro ZL1 gets standard Magnetic Ride dampers, beefy springs, stiffer sway bars, a Performance Traction Management System, Driver Selector Mode w/ Launch Control & Line Lock (locks the front brakes while you melt the rear tires), an electronic limited slip differential (eLSD) in the Camaro ZL1 Coupe and a mechanical limited slip differential in the Camaro ZL1 Convertible, 6-piston Brembo brake calipers, 14.6 inch two-piece brake rotors, bespoke forged aluminum rims, super-sticky Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar tires, and a unique aero kit that creates extra downforce at speed. Other notable equipment includes Dual Mode Exhaust, a special hood, ZL1-specific exterior trim, and unique cabin trim with deeply bolstered Recaro bucket seats.

2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Specifications | Horsepower | Performance

Bodystyles: Coupe / Convertible

Engine: 6.2L LT4 Supercharged V8

The supercharged 6.2L LT4 can pump out even more than 650-hp with an AIRAID performance air filter

GM Hydra-Matic 10R 10-speed automatic

Axle Ratio: 2.77 - auto (convertible) | 2.85 - auto (coupe) | 3.73 - manual

Brakes: Front - 6-piston monobloc Brembo calipers | Rear - 4-piston Brembo calipers

Front - 15.35-in vented discs | Rear - 14.4-in vented discs

Wheels: Front - 20 x 10-in | 20 x 11-in

Curb Weight: Camaro ZL1 Coupe = 3,944 lbs - auto | 3,887 lbs - manual

2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Horsepower

Horsepower: 650 @ 6000 RPM

Torque: 640 @ 4400 RPM

2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Performance

*- According to Chevrolet

0-60 mph - 3.5 seconds (auto)

1/4 mile - 11.4 seconds (auto)

Cornering - 1.02 g

2017 Camaro ZL1 Performance Air Filter - AIRAID 850-047

2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Performance Air Filters

In order to feed that massive supercharger, air has to be brought in from outside the engine compartment and forced through a paper air filter to remove any airborne contaminants. But the problem is, that OE Camaro ZL1 air filter can clog as a layer of dirt builds on the surface. This obviously reduces the amount of fresh air that can reach the supercharger, which can lead to lower horsepower and torque production. An AIRAID 850-047 replacement air filter, on the other hand, is made from multiple layers of cotton gauze and synthetic material, which are treated with a special oil to create a sticky web of the synthetic and natural fibers. This ‘depth loading’ design can trap the dirt particles, and hold them in place for up to 50,000 miles. The filter is also backed by the AIRAID No-Hassle Lifetime Limited Warranty, and installing one won’t void the car’s factory warranty either.