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GTS Customs 1963 Widebody C2 Chevy Corvette Leaves SEMA for OUSCI Race Track

GTS Customs 1963 Chevy Corvette Inside Spectre Performance SEMA show booth

Spectre Performance sponsored driver of the 1963 Chevy Corvette, nicknamed Scar, earned one of 10 golden ticket invitations for the 2015 OUSCI, just two days after the car’s debut at SEMA

Each year following the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, Optima Batteries, in cooperation with the Ultimate Street Car Association (USCA) puts on the Optima Ultimate Street Car Invitational (OUSCI). Throughout 2015, the USCA promoted nine nationwide Optima Search for the Ultimate Street Car events as an opportunity to qualify for a highly coveted spot in the 2015 OUSCI. For racers unable to attend a USCA event, or who were not fortunate enough to qualify, Optima Batteries reserves 10 additional spots in the OUSCI which are awarded at the SEMA show in the form of a “Golden Ticket.”

963 Chevy Corvette during 2015 OUSCI autocross at Las Vegas Motor Speedway

Greg Thurmond’s first event of the 2015 OUSCI at Las Vegas Motor Speedway was the autocross, and as he got a feel for his Spectre equipped car and the course, his lap times improved

Spectre Performance sponsored driver of the Spectre HPR air filter equipped 1963 Chevy Corvette nicknamed Scar was one of 10 lucky golden ticket recipients for the 2015 OUSCI. Greg Thurmond, founder of GTS Customs, built and unveiled his latest personal 1963 Corvette at the 2015 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas, Nevada at the Las Vegas Convention Center on November 3, 2015. Greg's 1963 widebody Corvette was placed inside the Spectre Performance booth, number 22557, in the Central Hall. Many times SEMA show cars are “SEMA ready,” meaning they look finished but probably still have a lot of little details that need to be finished.

So for Greg Thurmond to finish his Corvette in time for the 2015 SEMA Show, and have it race ready for the 2015 OUSCI says a lot about Greg’s skills as both a builder and driver. Even still, as the 2015 SEMA Show was coming to a close Greg Thurmond took an opportunity to further tune his car during show tear down and the SEMA Cruise immediately after the show on Friday November 6th, 2015. The SEMA Cruise ends at the SEMA Ignited after party held in the LINQ Las Vegas High Roller Event lot. While Greg was honored to have been handpicked to do a one-on-one interview at the SEMA Ignited event, it meant he’d have to do additional race prep on Saturday morning.

1963 widebody Vette during 2015 OUSCI speed stop challenge

Greg took the first couple laps of the Speed Stop Challenge conservatively to get a feel for his Corvette and explore its limits and as he found his groove he pushed Scar further

Saturday morning began early for Greg Thurmond as he had a personal check list of items he needed to go over before his first event. One such item on his list was to swap the Corvette’s front wheels with another set he brought with a more favorable offset. After completing his checklist and applying all the appropriate OUSCI sponsor decals Greg was ready for his first event. Greg’s first event was the autocross portion of the OUSCI, and prepping the car that morning meant he didn’t have time to walk the course. Greg struggled, as did many others, on his first few runs. But as he got a feel for the course his lap times improved.

Any time a car is put to its limits parts are bound to fail. This is only more common in a fresh build with very little run time. Greg suffered from a failed starter motor in his LS swapped C3 Corvette, but luckily the comradery amongst OUSCI drivers resulted in Kyle Tucker at Detroit Speed and Engineering helping Greg with a starter and get the car up and running just in time for the Lingenfelter Design Challenge and the Speed Stop Challenge. Greg took the first couple laps of the Speed Stop Challenge conservatively to get a feel for his Corvette and explore its limits. Once Greg found his groove he started to push Scar more and more.

2007 Corvette Z06 driven Danny Popp won 2015 OUSCI hot lap challenge

Greg Thurmond’s quickest lap time during the Hot Lap road course competition was 1:56 compared to the fastest car of the weekend, a 2007 Corvette Z06 driven Danny Popp, with a 1:39

Day two of the 2015 OUSCI started out smoothly for Greg Thurmond, but as the day wore on he discovered further issues with his Corvette that probably wouldn’t have been noticed in normal driving situations. Greg started out easy in the Hot Lap road course portion of the event; however as he started driving more aggressively the car began to experience issues with vapor lock and fuel starvation. This caused the car’s LS engine to hesitate when exiting turns. This isn’t an uncommon problem so as the day wore on Greg was able to get the car sorted; working around his fuel issues, and began doing extremely well. His quickest lap time during the Hot Lap road course competition was 1:56 compared to the fastest car of the weekend, a 2007 Corvette Z06 driven Danny Popp, with a 1:39.

All things considered Greg Thurmond did very well for a fresh SEMA build that rolled out of the Spectre Performance Intakes SEMA show booth and onto a race track for the first time. Overall Greg placed 54 out of approximately 90 competitors. If it wasn’t for all the hiccups during the weekend, Greg might possibly have done much better. Greg Thurmond is an experienced driver and has proven this in his previous Corvette builds. With a little more seat time in the 1963 widebody Corvette nicknamed Scar; Greg Thurmond will surely become a force to be reckoned with on the Pro Touring scene.

Since 1983 Spectre Performance has designed and offered unique, innovative, parts and components to fuel your car or truck obsession. Whether your fixation happens to be a classic or modern muscle, Spectre will help fuel your passion for performance. Please use the Vehicle Search tool to find additional vehicle specific parts, or browse a wide array of custom Spectre Performance products. If assistance is required please feel free to call Spectre Performance at 909-673-9800.

2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee & Durango 5.7 HEMI V8 Performance Boost from Spectre

fourth Gen Grand Cherokee WK2

The fourth Gen Grand Cherokee WK2 introduced significant changes including 4-wheel fully independent suspension to improve the Jeep's on-road manners

2015 Ford F150 5.0 V8

The third gen Dodge Durango uses an extended version of the Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 platform to create a three row full-size SUV

The fourth generation Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 was introduced to the car buying public for the 2011 model year. The fourth Gen Grand Cherokee WK2 introduced significant changes including 4-wheel fully independent suspension to improve the Jeep's on-road manners. The fourth gen Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 shares its assembly line, running gear, powertrain and chassis parts with the third generation Dodge Durango. The third gen Dodge Durango uses an extended version of the Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 platform to create a three row full-size SUV.

The third generation Grand Cherokee WK2 has several engine options including a 3.0L turbo diesel and the increasingly popular Pentastar 3.6L V6. However, for those who prefer the deep throaty exhaust note and rumble of a V8 engine, the 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 and 2011-2014 Dodge Durango can be equipped with a 5.7L Hemi V8. The 5.7L HEMI V8 is rated at 360 horsepower and 390 lb-ft of torque and the 2011-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 5.7L V8 even utilizes a Multiple Displacement System (MDS) to shut down four cylinders when that kind of power isn't needed. This serves to save 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 and 2011-2014 Dodge Durango owners a few bucks when it's time to fill up.

Spectre Performance air intake 9021 for 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 & Dodge Durango 5.7 HEMI

Spectre Performance air intake 9021 can help 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 5.7L and 2011-2014 Dodge Durango 5.7L models during acceleration as well as during cylinder deactivation

Reducing intake tract restriction and increasing the amount of available airflow with Spectre Performance air intake 9021 can help 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 5.7L and 2011-2014 Dodge Durango 5.7L models during acceleration as well as during cylinder deactivation. This Spectre air intake includes a High Performance Racing (HPR) Spectre Performance air filter and application specific air filter heat shield in place of the factory air filter box. The red synthetic HPR filter, # HPR9892, of Spectre Performance air intake, number 9021, is clamped onto a high-quality polished aluminum air intake tube to aerodynamically direct air into the engine while adding some flair to the engine compartment. An additional benefit of Spectre HPR air filters for Spectre air intake systems is that they are washable and reusable.

Spectre Performance air intake systems use high-quality components throughout and are designed to increase horsepower, as well as torque output. The Spectre Performance 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 5.7L and 2011-2014 Dodge Durango 5.7L performance intake system includes all necessary components and can be installed using basic hand tools in about 90-minutes in the comfort of a garage or in a driveway. Additionally, 2011-2014 Grand Cherokee or Durango HEMI owners can rest assured knowing that Spectre Performance warrants its products to be free from workmanship and material defects with a limited 90 day warranty.

2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 5.7L HEMI V8 with Spectre Intake

The Spectre Performance 2011-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 5.7L HEMI V8 and 2011-2014 Dodge Durango 5.7L HEMI V8 performance intake system includes all necessary components

This Spectre Performance air intake will provide one of the most cost-effective performance upgrades for the following Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango models:

2014 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 5.7L V8 F/I - All
2014 DODGE DURANGO 5.7L V8 F/I - All
2013 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 5.7L V8 F/I - All
2013 DODGE DURANGO 5.7L V8 F/I - All
2012 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 5.7L V8 F/I - All
2012 DODGE DURANGO 5.7L V8 F/I - All
2011 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 5.7L V8 F/I - All
2011 DODGE DURANGO 5.7L V8 F/I - All

Additional Spectre Jeep Grand Cherokee Air Intakes and Spectre Dodge Durango Air Intakes can be found on SpectrePerformance.com. Since 1983 Spectre Performance has designed and offered unique, innovative, parts and components to fuel your car or truck obsession. Please use the Vehicle Search tool to find additional vehicle specific parts, or browse a wide array of custom Spectre Performance products. If assistance is required please feel free to call Spectre Performance at 909-673-9800.

2014 Silverado & Sierra 1500 V6 Spectre Intake Gives Affordable Performance Boost

Performance air intake system 9026 for 2014 Silverado 1500 or Sierra 1500 4.3L V6

By reducing air intake tract restriction and increasing available airflow, Spectre Performance air intake system 9026 is able to improve performance of 2014 Silverado and Sierra 4.3L V6 trucks

EPA requirements and consumer expectations have forced full-size truck manufacturers to squeeze more power and better fuel economy out of their engines. For example General Motors (GM) used the 4.3L 4300 Vortec V6 as its base engine for the full-size Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 for years. In 2013 this engine was rated at 195 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. However, for 2014 the same size 4.3L EcoTec3 V6 engine with new technologies such as direct injection, variable valve timing, and even active fuel management, allows the standard V6 to produce 285 horsepower and 305 lb-ft of torque. This puts the standard 2014 Silverado / Sierra EcoTec3 V6 engine’s performance on par with the 4.8L Vortec V8 engine of the 2013 Silverado and Sierra.

2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 or GMC Sierra 1500 4.3L V6

New technologies puts the standard 2014 Silverado / Sierra EcoTec3 V6 engine’s performance on par with the 4.8L Vortec V8 engine of the 2013 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra

285 horsepower is pretty good for a base V6 engine, plus 2014 Chevy Silverado or 2014 GMC Sierra models equipped with the V6 engine cost a little less and get better gas mileage than V8 models. That’s what people call a win-win situation. That doesn’t mean though that a V8 powered 2014 Silverado or Sierra isn’t making more power than 2014 V6 models. That’s where a performance air intake system from Spectre Performance can lend a helping hand. By reducing air intake tract restriction and increasing the amount of available airflow, a Spectre Performance air intake system is able to improve performance, increase the rate of acceleration, and even add a growl under the hood when the accelerator is pressed.

2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 or GMC Sierra 1500 4.3L V6 engine with Spectre intake

Spectre Performance air intake systems use high-quality components throughout and Spectre warrants its products to be free from workmanship and material defects with a limited 90 day warranty

Plus, like a V6 powered 2014 Silverado or Sierra, purchasing a Spectre Performance air intake system is going to leave a little money left in your wallet. Spectre Performance air intake systems are an excellent value costing about half the price of other intake systems on the market. Additionally, a Spectre Performance air intake system will help save time and money on future maintenance. A Spectre air intake comes equipped with a reusable High Performance Racing (HPR) air filter that can be cleaned when dirty. Spectre HPR conical air filters can be washed and reused by utilizing the Spectre Performance Accucharge cleaning kit, part number 884820.

Spectre Air Filter Accucharge Cleaning Kit

Spectre High Performance Racing (HPR) conical air filters can be washed and reused by utilizing the Spectre Performance Accucharge cleaning kit, part number 884820

Spectre Performance air intake systems use high-quality components throughout and are designed to increase horsepower, as well as torque output. The Spectre Performance 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 4.3L V6 and 2014 GMC Sierra 4.3L V6 performance intake system includes all necessary components and can be installed using basic hand tools in about 90-minutes in the comfort of a garage or in a driveway. Additionally, 2014 Silverado or Sierra V6 owners can rest assured knowing that Spectre Performance warrants its products to be free from workmanship and material defects with a limited 90 day warranty.

Spectre Performance air intake system, number 9026, will provide one of the most cost effective and easy to install bolt-on performance upgrades for the following Chevy Silverado 1500 or GMC Sierra 1500 V6 pickup trucks:

2014 GMC SIERRA 1500 4.3L V6 F/I - All
2014 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 4.3L V6 F/I - All

Find additional Spectre Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Air Intakes or Spectre GMC Sierra 1500 Air Intakes at SpectrePerformance.com Since 1983 Spectre Performance has designed and offered unique, innovative, parts and components to fuel your car or truck obsession. Whether your fixation happens to be a classic muscle car or modern pickup truck, Spectre will help fuel your passion for performance. Please use the Vehicle Search tool to find additional vehicle specific parts, or browse a wide array of custom Spectre Performance products. If assistance is required please feel free to call Spectre Performance at 909-673-9800.

2015 Ford F150 5.0 V8 Spectre Air Intake Gives Affordable Performance Upgrade

2015 Ford F150 5.0 V8 air intake by Spectre

Spectre Performance offers a performance air intake system, number 9033, for owners of 2015 Ford F150 5.0L V8 pickups looking to quickly and affordably upgrade their truck

The all-new for 2015 Ford F150 was engineered with all-aluminum body panels, as well as a new frame made of 77% high-strength steel. The aluminum and high-strength steel helped the 2015 F-150 shed up to 750 lbs. Less weight means higher payload and towing capacities, more miles per gallon, and a better power to weight ratio. Performance minded drivers should already know that less weight and more power combine to increase the rate of acceleration. What they may not realize is, because an engine is essentially an air pump, reducing restriction in the intake tract and exhaust will also free up lost horsepower.Freeing up horsepower can result in faster acceleration, better towing performance, improved combustion efficiency, and enhanced drivability.

2015 Ford F150 5.0 V8

Spectre Performance air intake system 9033 designed to increase power by reducing air intake tract restriction and increasing the airflow to the 2015 Ford F150 5.0-liter V8 engine

Spectre Performance, an innovator in aftermarket upgrades since 1983, offers a performance air intake system, number 9033, for owners of 2015 Ford F150 5.0L V8 pickups looking to quickly and affordably upgrade their truck’s performance. A Spectre Performance air intake system is designed to increase power by significantly reducing air intake tract restriction and increasing the amount of air available to the engine. Reducing the amount of power wasted on drawing air into the engine can translate into more power where it counts; at the wheels. Plus, a Spectre Performance air intake system can provide a power boost at half the price of a competitor’s air intake.

2015 Ford F150 5.0 V8 performance air intake, number 9033, from Spectre

The 2015 Ford F150 5.0 V8 performance air intake, number 9033, from Spectre includes a HPR synthetic air filter and application specific air filter heat shield in place of the factory air box

Spectre Performance air intake systems use high-quality components throughout and are designed to increase horsepower, as well as torque output. The 2015 Ford F150 5.0 V8 performance air intake, number 9033, from Spectre includes a High Performance Racing (HPR) Spectre Performance air filter and application specific air filter heat shield in place of the factory air filter box. The red synthetic HPR filter, # HPR9892, of Spectre Performance air intake, number 9033, is clamped onto a high-quality polished aluminum air intake tube to aerodynamically direct air into the engine while also adding some flair to the engine compartment. An additional benefit of Spectre HPR air filters for Spectre air intake systems is that they are washable and reusable.

2015 Ford F150 5.0-liter V8 red synthetic HPR filter

The red synthetic HPR filter, # HPR9892, of Spectre Performance air intake, number 9033, is clamped onto a high-quality polished aluminum air intake tube for 2015 Ford F150 5.0-liter V8 models

The Spectre Performance 2015 Ford F150 5.0 V8 performance intake system includes all necessary components and can be installed using basic hand tools in about 90-minutes in the comfort of a garage or in a driveway. Additionally, 2015 Ford F150 5.0 V8 owners can rest assured knowing that Spectre Performance warrants its products to be free from workmanship and material defects with a limited 90 day warranty.

Spectre Performance air intake system, number 9033, will provide one of the most cost effective and easy to install bolt-on performance upgrades for the following Ford F150 models:

2015 FORD F150 5.0L V8

Additional Ford F150 performance upgrades from Spectre Performance can be found on the Ford F150 Air Intake Systems and Ford F150 Replacement Air Filters pages. Since 1983 Spectre Performance has designed and offered unique, innovative, parts and components to fuel your car or truck obsession. Whether your fixation happens to be a classic muscle car or modern pickup truck, Spectre will help fuel your passion for performance. Please use the Vehicle Search tool to find additional vehicle specific parts, or browse a wide array of custom Spectre Performance products. If assistance is required please feel free to call Spectre Performance at 909-673-9800.

1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler TJ 4.0L Cold Air Intake System from Spectre Performance

1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler 4.0L air intake by Spectre

The most noticeable difference in design of Spectre 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler 4.0L air intake 9050 is the inclusion of dual textured black powder coated aluminum intake tubes

The Jeep Wrangler debuted in 1986 as a 1987 model and served as a replacement to the iconic Jeep CJ series. The first generation Jeep Wrangler YJ was designed by the American Motors Corporation (AMC) and released to the public just before the 1987 buyout by the Chrysler Corporation. The replacement for the YJ, the all-new Wrangler TJ, was introduced in the spring of 1996 as a 1997 model. The Jeep Wrangler TJ is easy to distinguish from earlier YJ Wranglers as it no longer used the often criticized square headlights. Instead the TJ returned to the classic round headlights of the earlier Jeep CJ series. Engine options for the Jeep Wrangler TJ were carried over from the YJ series and included the venerable AMC 242 4.0L inline six-cylinder engine.

Jeep Wrangler TJ

The Wrangler TJ was introduced in the spring of 1996 as a 1997 model and is easy to distinguish from earlier YJ Wranglers as it no longer used the often criticized square headlights

The AMC 242 4.0L inline six-cylinder engine found in 1997 to 2006 Jeep Wrangler TJ models is known for being nearly indestructible. However, the AMC 242 4.0L inline six-cylinder engine wasn’t known for being overly powerful. Rated 190 horsepower and 235 lb-ft of torque the AMC 242 4.0L inline six-cylinder engine pulled like a tractor and could be short shifted like a diesel. Spectre Performance engineers have a soft spot for the old 1997-2006 Wrangler TJ 4.0L. Spectre air intake designers put special consideration into the function and design of the 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler TJ 4.0L Spectre Performance air intake system, number 9050.

1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler 4.0L air intake by Spectre

The air filter heat shield found in Spectre 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler 4.0L air intake 9050 uses a rubber edge trim to better seal against the hood of 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler TJ

The most noticeable difference in design of Spectre 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler 4.0L air intake 9050 is the inclusion of dual textured black powder coated aluminum intake tubes. At first glance this seems odd to anyone familiar with the Wrangler and its AMC 242 4.0L inline six-cylinder engine. However, the answer is simple. The second tube leading to the Wrangler TJ cowl is an additional fresh air source. Cooler air has a greater density, and a cooler denser air charge can promote more efficient combustion which can help produce more power. The use of the fresh air inlet requires a 3” hole saw to cut a hole in the Wrangler’s cowl and will provide an aggressive tone.

Engine bay shot of 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler 4.0L air intake by Spectre

The second tube leading to the 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler TJ 4.0L cowl is an additional fresh air source because cooler air has greater density, which can promote more efficient combustion

Further preventing the ingestion of hot under hood air is the matching black powder coated application specific air filter heat shield. The air filter heat shield found in Spectre 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler 4.0L air intake 9050 uses a rubber edge trim to better seal against the hood of 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler TJ models. At the heart of this Spectre Performance air intake system is a High Performance Racing (HPR) pre-dyed red synthetic air filter designed to provide high airflow without sacrificing engine protection.

Spectre HPR conical air filters can be washed and reused by utilizing the Spectre Performance Accucharge cleaning kit, part number 884820. The Spectre Performance 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler 4.0L performance intake system includes all necessary components and can be installed using basic hand tools in a short 90-minutes in the comfort of a garage or even in a driveway. Additionally, purchasers of Spectre Performance products can rest assured knowing that Spectre Performance warrants its products to be free from workmanship and material defects with a limited 90 day warranty.

Spectre Performance air intake system, number 9050, is designed to fit the Jeep Wrangler models listed below:

2006 Jeep Wrangler 4.0L L6
2006 Jeep TJ 4.0L L6
2005 Jeep Wrangler 4.0L L6
2005 Jeep TJ 4.0L L6
2004 Jeep Wrangler 4.0L L6
2003 Jeep Wrangler 4.0L L6
2003 Jeep TJ 4.0L L6
2002 Jeep Wrangler 4.0L L6
2002 Jeep TJ 4.0L L6
2001 Jeep Wrangler 4.0L L6
2001 Jeep TJ 4.0L L6
2000 Jeep Wrangler 4.0L L6
2000 Jeep TJ 4.0L L6
1999 Jeep Wrangler 4.0L L6
1999 Jeep TJ 4.0L L6
1998 Jeep Wrangler 4.0L L6
1998 Jeep TJ 4.0L L6
1997 Jeep Wrangler 4.0L L6
1997 Jeep TJ 4.0L L6

Since 1983 Spectre Performance has designed and offered unique, innovative, parts and components to fuel your car or truck obsession. Whether your fixation happens to be a classic muscle car or modern pickup truck, Spectre will help fuel your passion for performance. Please visit the Spectre Jeep Wrangler Air Intakes, Spectre Jeep TJ Air Intakes, or Spectre Air Filters for the Jeep Wrangler page, for additional Jeep Wrangler performance upgrades, or browse the wide array of custom Spectre Performance products. If assistance is required please feel free to call Spectre Performance at 909-673-9800.