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Shown here in red, is the 9980, Spectre Performance Air Intake System for 2004 and 2005 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 / 3500 HD with LLY Duramax 6.6-liter Diesel

Spectre Performance has recently released a trio of new air intake systems for 2004 and 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 / 3500 HD pickups and its counterpart the GMC Sierra 2500 / 3500 HD equipped with the 6.6-liter Duramax Diesel LLY code engine. The Spectre Performance 2004 and 2005 Chevy and GMC Duramax Diesel intake systems are available with three air filter colors. Air intake number 9980 features a red-media air filter, 9980B includes a blue-media air filter, and 9980K uses a completely black air filter.

2004 and 2005 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 / 3500 HD with LLY Duramax 6.6-liter Diesel V8 engines can boost power for towing or every day driving

Color choices for these Duramax air intake systems come in the form of Spectre High Performance Racing (HPR) universal cone air filters. The diesel HPR air filters used in these kits are specifically designed for the airflow and filtration needs of a turbo diesel engine. These air filters can be serviced when dirty, using part number 884820, and used again.

All three Spectre Performance air intake system part numbers for the 2004-2005 Duramax Diesel are designed to add horsepower and torque without compromising engine protection from harmful debris. These air intake systems use a high quality polished aluminum intake tube to direct air into the engine. They also include a heat shield, finished in a textured black powdercoat, to help reduce the amount of hot air entering the air filter. These intakes include all necessary components and can be installed using basic hand tools for a true bolt on performance upgrade.

Spectre Performance Air Intake System, 9980, is designed to add horsepower, torque, and a custom look to 2004 and 2005 Chevy / GMC Duramax Diesel LLY V8 engines

General Motors made a mid-year engine change in 2004; as a result this air intake system only fits 2004-2005 Duramax Diesel engines with the LLY engine code. Please check your engine code before purchasing. If assistance is required please feel free to call Spectre Performance at 909-673-9800.

Spectre Performance Air Intake Systems, 9980, 9980B, and 9980K are designed to increase horsepower and torque on the Chevrolet and GMC models listed below:

2005 GMC SIERRA 3500 6.6L V8 DSL
2005 GMC SIERRA 2500 HD 6.6L V8 DSL
2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500 6.6L V8 DSL
2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 HD 6.6L V8 DSL
2004 GMC SIERRA 3500 6.6L V8 DSL - LLY
2004 GMC SIERRA 2500 HD 6.6L V8 DSL – LLY
2004 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500 6.6L V8 DSL - LLY
2004 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 HD 6.6L V8 DSL – LLY

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 a modern diesel burning heavy-duty pickup, Spectre will help fuel the passion for performance burning within.

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Greg Hacker brought his 1964 Chevy Chevelle Malibu SS to the Rotolo Chevrolet Cruise Night in Fontana, California

In a world dominated by 14” round air cleaner assemblies, Greg Hacker of Rancho Cucamonga, California, decided to make his 1964 Chevrolet Malibu SS stand out from the crowd by using the Spectre dual plenum air intake assembly, part number 761, and dual Spectre air filters, number 8132.

The iconic Malibu SS logo pops against the exquisite orange paint job on this 1964 Chevrolet Chevelle

The Malibu was originally a top-of-the-line subseries of the Chevrolet Chevelle before the Malibu became its own nameplate much later in production history. Greg Hacker has a long relationship with the first generation Malibu SS from Chevrolet. “The ’64 Malibu SS was the first car I ever wanted” said Hacker, “and I had my eye on this car when my neighbor brought it home”. Greg’s neighbor bought this car, in rather rough shape, with the intent to restore it.

As time went by, and circumstances changed, Greg’s neighbor realized he didn’t have the time a frame-off restoration would require. Having put a bug in his neighbor’s ear, Hacker was first in line when the 1964 Malibu SS went up for sale. Greg Hacker, being a painting contractor, arranged to paint his neighbor’s house in exchange for the car. With the shake of a hand, and a freshly painted house, Greg finally acquired his dream car.

A Spectre Performance dual plenum intake system sits atop a Demon 650 carburetor feeding fuel and air into the 350 Chevy Small Block

As a contractor, Greg is a pretty handy guy. He was able to complete nearly every part of the restoration himself, including the bright orange paint. When asked what help he received, Greg said “I didn’t reupholster the seats, and the engine came from my brother who owns Hacker’s Hot Rods in Las Vegas, Nevada.” Greg estimates the 350 cubic inch Chevy Small Block engine to produce about 400 horsepower.

This Malibu SS features a flawless interior, as well as view of the Spectre intake assembly through the cowl induction hood

Feeding air into that powerful engine is a Spectre dual plenum intake assembly, number 761. This intake kit includes a 4 inch dual inlet plenum and a set of 4 inch intake tubes with a 45 degree bend. It is manufactured from high quality polished cast aluminum tubing, and fits carburetors or throttle body injection assemblies with a 5-1/8 inch flange. According to Hacker “This intake has a totally different look from everything else you see out there. I get a lot of comments.”

To allow for more customization options, air intake system number 761, does not include air filters. This allows the end user to choose the air filters, or additional tubing that will work best for their particular configuration. When it came to air filters, Greg chose two of Spectre air filter 8132. Using the included adapter rings, 8132 can fit 3 inch, 3-1/2 inch, and 4 inch diameter tubes. Manufactured using high quality materials throughout, including oiled synthetic media, urethane, and steel mesh, this washable performance filter is engineered for low restriction and better performance. 8132 uses an inverted cone filter top for improved service life and enhanced flow potential. Designed with a triple chrome plated steel top and base, this 5-1/2 inch tall air filter is factory pre-oiled and ready to use.

Greg Hacker chose dual Spectre universal air filters for low restriction and better performance on his Chevy Malibu SS

While Greg Hacker had to spend a lot of time, and put in tons of work to get this beautiful car looking the way it does now, his air intake system choice was easy. According to Greg “I walked into my local auto parts store and found the intake system sitting on the shelf.” Hacker liked the dual plenum look and was immediately sold on Spectre Performance part number 761.

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Spectre Air Filter HPR7764 for select Honda Vehicles

Nearly 55 years ago, Fidel Castro seized power in Cuba, and Alaska and Hawaii gained statehood. Hula hoops were hot – Edsels not so much. In that same year, 1959, an American Honda Motor Co. Inc. sign was quietly erected above a Los Angeles storefront, Honda’s first store with six industrious employees inside wondering what comes next, was born.

Honda's founder, Soichiro Honda was clearly a visionary, yet even he couldn’t have foreseen how his first production automobile, the T360 mini pick-up truck powered by a small 356-cc straight-4 gasoline engine, would evolve into a global empire. Today Honda is the world's largest manufacturer of internal combustion engines measured by volume, producing more than 14 million internal combustion engines each year.

These days it seems nearly everyone owns a Honda, or they know someone that does. For the owners of the select Honda models listed below here’s a news bulletin from Spectre Performance. Spectre makes a replacement air filter (HPR7764) that’s engineered to outperform ordinary paper replacement air filters while at the same time providing excellent engine protection. The HPR7764 replacement air filter uses a high quality, synthetic filter media that provides increased air flow to your engine allowing it to produce more power.

The HPR7764 high performance replacement air filter is designed to fit into your existing air box hassle-free using everyday tools, and without the need for advanced mechanical abilities. The pre-oiled and ready to install high performance replacement air filter also provides improved engine defense. Make the switch to Spectre Performance air filters today.

Spectre Performance HPR7764 air filter fits the following Honda models:

2005 Honda HRV 1.6L
2004 Honda HRV 1.6L
2003 Honda HRV 1.6L
2002 Honda HRV 1.6L
2002 Honda CR-V I 2.0L
2001 Honda HRV 1.6L
2001 Honda CR-V I 2.0L
2001 Honda CR-V 2.0L
2001 Honda Civic V 1.6L - 114/160BHP
2001 Honda Civic V 1.5L - 3/4-Door
2000 Honda HRV 1.6L
2000 Honda CR-V I 2.0L
2000 Honda CR-V 2.0L
2000 Honda Civic V 1.6L - 114/160BHP
2000 Honda Civic V 1.5L - 3/4-Door
2000 Honda Civic SI 1.6L
2000 Honda Civic HX 1.6L
2000 Honda Civic GX 1.6L
2000 Honda Civic EX 1.6L
1999 Honda HRV 1.6L
1999 Honda CR-V I 2.0L
1999 Honda CR-V 2.0L
1999 Honda Civic Value Package 1.6L
1999 Honda Civic V 1.6L - 114/160BHP
1999 Honda Civic V 1.5L - 3/4-Door
1999 Honda Civic SI 1.6L
1999 Honda Civic HX 1.6L
1999 Honda Civic GX 1.6L
1999 Honda Civic EX 1.6L
1998 Honda CR-V I 2.0L
1998 Honda CR-V 2.0L
1998 Honda Civic V 1.6L - 114/160BHP
1998 Honda Civic V 1.5L L4 F/ - 3/4-Door
1998 Honda Civic SI 1.6L
1998 Honda Civic HX 1.6L
1998 Honda Civic GX 1.6L
1998 Honda Civic EX 1.6L
1997 Honda CR-V I 2.0L
1997 Honda CR-V 2.0L
1997 Honda Civic V 1.6L - 114/160BHP
1997 Honda Civic V 1.5L I - 3/4-Door
1997 Honda Civic SI 1.6L
1997 Honda Civic HX 1.6L
1997 Honda Civic EX 1.6L
1996 Honda CR-V I 2.0L
1996 Honda Civic V 1.6L - 114/160BHP
1996 Honda Civic V 1.5L
1996 Honda Civic SI 1.6L
1996 Honda Civic HX 1.6L
1995 Honda CR-V I 2.0L
1995 Honda Civic V 1.6L - 114/160BHP
1995 Honda Civic V 1.5L

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HPR8956 Air Filter for select Jaguar, Mercury, Lincoln and Ford Models

Henry Ford was many things, an engineer, doting father, pacifist, businessman, eccentric, and a watchmaker. At an early age he became interested in watches and would fix them for people for fun, and eventually that led to a job as watchmaker. It was Ford’s inspiring passion for mechanics which ultimately led him to the development of the Model T – a car built for everyone. To keep cost down so it was indeed affordable for everyone, Ford became the first to use a production line.

Over 110 years later the Ford Motor Company remains the largest family-controlled company in the world. The founding idea of a car built for everyone evolved to Ford owning five other luxury brands including, Mercury, Volvo, Land Rover, Aston Martin, and Jaguar. Mercury was discontinued and the other brands were sold, but Ford and Lincoln remain and they’re doing gangbuster business worldwide.

For everyone that owns one of the earlier Ford platform vehicles listed below, we have good news. Spectre Performance makes a replacement air filter (HPR8956) that’s engineered to outperform run-of-the-mill replacement air filters. The HPR8956 replacement air filter uses a high quality, synthetic filter media that delivers increased air flow to your engine. More air means more thorough combustion, which translates to increased performance. The HPR8956 high performance replacement air filter is designed to easily fit into your existing air box using ordinary tools. Mechanical skills aren’t needed. The pre-oiled and ready to install high performance replacement air filter also provides excellent engine protection. Spectre Performance air filters are designed for power and protection – make the switch today.

Spectre Performance HPR8956 air filter fits the following Jaguar, Mercury, Lincoln and Ford models:

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Dan Tallant created the air flow tube and inserted the engine's MAF sensor for Cozad’s ’54

With enough time and care a lump of coal becomes a diamond, a field of grapes transforms into wine, and a 1954 Chevy Del Ray 210 converts into a rolling expression of recollections for a life lived well. Karl Cozad is approaching 70 and his interest for automobiles has been a joyous lifelong journey.

“My two brothers and I had this 'seed' implanted in us by our father, an aerospace engineer who ran a garage after WWII in a small town south of Kansas City, before he gave up and went back to the aircraft industry,” Cozad summons up. “Cars were always a just enjoyable hobby.”

The Del Ray 210 isn’t daily commuter but this year’s Hot Rod Power Tour 2014 will be its sixth long haul event of the season

Cozad joined the Navy and ultimately went into aviation as his father had. After obtaining his degree he flew as a bombardier/navigator in the A-6 Intruder, a twin jet-engine, mid-wing all-weather attack aircraft built by Grumman Aerospace. Then, after retiring from the Navy, Cozad went to law school and worked another 30 years as a lawyer. “Cars were always an outside interest,” he recurs, “In retirement I can now enjoy this hobby full-time.”

When he was 16, Cozad’s dad helped him get a 1954 Chevy Del Ray 210, but then when he enlisted in the Navy, he had to sell the car, the one that Cozad and his wife started dating in.

In 2001, Cozad had the opportunity to buy a project car from his oldest brother – a 1954 Chevy Del Ray 210! “Being that it belonged to my brother I knew its history for the previous 14 years, so I thought that it would be the perfect car with which to finish my car hobby/career,” he chuckles. “This particular 'career' is not over until you are looking up at the grass!”

Cozad uses a short filter on the outside of his engine compartment, behind the grill

The car was completed in January 2005. “But are they ever really finished?” Cozad asks rhetorically. “I had it in the World of Wheels car show a few times. It had a crate 290 horsepower 350, a 700R transmission with a 1956 Chevy 3.55 rear end. It was a nice highway driver, but not a lot of pickup for a 3,400 pound car. But it was still way, way more than the 6-cylinder 235.”

The Chevy underwent its latest transformation in January of this year

In 2007, Cozad met the Spectre group on the Hot Rod Power Tour in Memphis, Tennessee. “Amir saw my '54 and heard that I was looking for a cold air intake, linked to my flow-through fresh air intakes, which had existed at the front of the engine compartment when the car was stock from the factory,” he said. “He offered to sponsor the car with a cold air intake system. After that Amir and Mike (Morrow) became friends of mine.”

In 2008, Cozad upgrade the ’54 once again, this time to a 383/350 putting out 400 horsepower at the flywheel. “It was only about 300 at the rear wheels according to a dynamometer test in Mobile, Alabama, in 2010,” adds Cozad. “The car was not a bad cruiser, and responded well to the throttle. I used an 800 cfm Edlebrock, but not fancy stuff like roller cams, etc. In each HRPT since 2008, I have linked up with Spectre Performance and shown, proudly, their products on my car.”

“This year, in January, I decided to upgrade the whole system. So, with the help of Dan Tallant, of Tallant's Hot Rod Shop in North Kansas City, Missouri, the car has received a complete upgrade. GM Performance LS-3 (480 hp.) and 4L70E transmission, delivered to a Ford 9" running at 3.00 limited slip/31 spline axles. With headers and fuel injection, it should run near 500 horsepower and be quite street-able. I have driven it around for about half a mile and it feels like it will be four times as responsive as before.”

The 1954 Chevy is not an everyday driver, but then, it is a lot more than a just a show car too, according to Cozad. “It is built to be driven to each event it goes to,” he affirms. “This year's Hot Rod Power Tour 2014 will be its sixth long haul event; and, oh yes, my girlfriend and I started dating in this same make and year car back in 1962. While this is a different car, I still have the same girlfriend. We will have been married 47 years this July.”

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