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The K&N backed 600cc Micro Sprints racer managed to stay consistent all year finishing in the top-five nine times.
In 2011 Ethan Myatt may not have crossed the finish line first as often as he would have liked, but by every other point of reference, the Clovis, California teenager personifies winning. The K&N backed high school student races 600cc Micro Sprints at Lemoore Raceway. A Micro Sprint is essentially smaller version of a full-sized Sprint Car. This season Myatt raced 15 point races and qualified in the top-ten 14 times, with nine of those being top-five. He also set fast time twice. Clearly he has skills.
Ethan Myatt positive outlook exemplifies the spirit of his favorite sponsor K&N.
"Although we didn't break the win column in 2011, we managed to walk away with a solid year," said Myatt. "I am truly disappointed in what we managed to do with the resources we have, and with what our team is capable of doing. I know that we can win races, and championships for that matter. It was quite difficult for me at the mid-season point and looking back to where we were at this time last year."
Myatt in fact admits that he "started to fall apart internally a little" at that point, and that's understandable. While most high school age kids feel they have enough on their plates dealing with grades and peer pressure, Myatt adds to that hours in the garage prepping his car, relentless competition on the track, and pursuing sponsors and then fulfilling their expectations. Yet, through it all few continue to wave the K&N flag any more enthusiastically, or are any greater ambassador than Myatt, regardless of whether it's from victory lane or a fourth place finish.
Despite having a difficult season Myatt still pulled off a solid fifth overall in the Lemoore Raceway championship.
"I know that all great drivers have a bad year every once-in-while, and I've begun to accept that, and it really motivates me in the biggest possible way to come back next year and move forward from there. As for what is left this year, we have two non-points races in November and that is all we have planned left for this year. As for what we have planned for next year, if I can find more sponsorship, I hope to build two complete cars, one for the stock series championship and I would like to build the other as a multi, so I can gain experience at other tracks, and learn to run with the fast guys at the same time."
Myatt says he feels 99% certain that his EM Motorsports team finished fifth overall in the Lemoore Raceway championship, his home track. "I don't have a definite answer until they make it official," adds Myatt. "I really want to thank Mr. Harris at K&N and every one of you who contributes to my racing career. I sincerely appreciate it as it helps me towards my goal of eventually moving up on the racing ladder."
An Inside Look at Roland Sands Inspiration for Motorcycle Modification
K&N traveled to Roland Sands Design in Los Alamitos, California, to speak with shop owner Roland Sands about how he got started in the custom bike business and where he saw his company heading in the future. K&N got an inside look at the Roland Sands Design shop where expression is communicated through every motorcycle that passes through.
An Inside Look at Roland Sands Inspiration for Motorcycle Modification
Air Intake Installation for 2010, 2011 and 2012 Jeep Liberty 3.7L
K&N has designed a performance air intake system, part 77-1562KTK, for the 2010, 2011 and 2012 Jeep Liberty 3.7 liter. K&N dynamometer tests show an estimated 7.15 horsepower gain at 4876 RPM with use of this K&N air intake modification. K&N tests multiple vehicles for each air intake system it makes to help ensure a consistent horsepower and torque gain. This video demonstrates the steps needed to install a power gaining K&N air intake into 2010, 2011 and 2012 Jeep Liberty with the 3.7 liter engine.
Air Intake Installation for 2010, 2011 and 2012 Jeep Liberty 3.7L
K&N Performance Testing Since 1969 for Both Race Cars and Personal Vehicles
This K&N video shows the dedication K&N has had in developing quality performance products for the race car and personal vehicle alike. K&N thoroughly tests their products on and off the track so you can be confident you are truly receiving The World's Best Air Filter, Oil Filter and Air Intake System.
K&N Performance Testing Since 1969 for Both Race Cars and Personal Vehicles
Jason Line, Allen Johnson, Ron Krisher and Roger Brogdon Prepare for the 2011 K&N Horsepower Challenge
Just before the 2011 K&N Horsepower Challenge race, K&N spoke with Jason Line, driver of the Summit Racing Pontiac GXP, Allen Johnson, driver of the Mopar Dodge Avenger, Ron Krisher, driver of the Valvoline Oil Pontiac GXP and Roger Brogdon, driver of The Racers Edge Pontiac GXP. All four highly-talented NHRA Pro Stock racers get ready to battle it out for the K&N Horsepower Challenge Championship.
Jason Line, Allen Johnson, Ron Krisher and Roger Brogdon Prepare for the 2011 K&N Horsepower Challenge
