Peter Chaney's SEMA featured 2009 Mitsubishi EVO X
Show cars featured at SEMA can be anything from a completely custom vehicle that only has a few manufactured components or a vehicle that displays the best manufactured products around. This keeps things interesting as you walk around and check out the wide array of vehicles featured in the show. For the past two years late model muscle cars have had a huge presence. Mustangs, Camaros, and Challengers could be seen where ever you turn. Sport compact vehicles seemed to have a more dominant force this year. One of the more popular vehicles for builders seemed to be the Mitsubishi EVO X. We got a chance to catch up with Peter Chaney to get the rundown on his Red EVO X.
Custom Mitsubishi Lancer EVO X at the 2011 SEMA Show
The Lancer Evolution has been around for quite some time exploiting the advanced performance technologies offered by Mitsubishi. The EVO X comes factory turbo-charged with an all-wheel drive system. The aggressive body styling makes it a perfect candidate for performance upgrades.
Car building for Chaney began 12 years ago. He has attended SEMA 5 times and built 4 show cars in between that time. Chaney currently works at iForged/Forgestar wheels and dabbles in photography/videography. This car build was down to the wire. The biggest challenge was making sure the EVO was ready for the 4 hour drive to Las Vegas. Chaney claims he, "got the car out of the shop Friday night and drove immediately to Vegas."
2009 Mitsubishi EVO X Lancer sporting Toyo tires on 18" Forgestar Wheels at SEMA
Chaney's SEMA 2009 Mitsubishi EVO X Lancer has quite a few upgrades such as:
-AEM Intake system
-Buschur Upper Intercooler Pipe
-Mishimoto Radiator
-K&N Oil filter
-APR Performance GT- 300 Adjustable Wing
-18" Forgestar Wheels
-Eibach Suspension components
-AEM Electronics
-Toyo tires
Chaney's ambitions for his red Mitsubishi Lancer EVO X stem far beyond the 2011 SEMA Show
Chaney has hopes of the vehicle one day becoming a track car he can beat up on weekends and then drive to work on Monday. With all the modifications it is most certainly a car that that looks great as a show car but, is still functional as a race car. In the future he plans to upgrade the turbo to push out a solid 420hp.
AEM Inductions was proud to support Chaney on this build and have kept in contact with him frequently throughout the last year. He was kind enough to display his vehicle in the AEM Inductions booth at both 2011 SPOCOM and 2011 ProMotion shows. We received great feedback from consumers on the car as a whole as well as the AEM intake system on the vehicle. Chaney believes his, "project build is pretty much what a typical tuner would do, but what makes my build a sorta unique is that I incorporated a project build website that shows the parts I've installed by using my photography and video skills. There isnt too many people out there that would take the time to actually sit and review the parts and also give feedback to the manufacturers." There is a lot of work that goes into building a show car not to mention the work that goes into attending car shows and events.
The AEM Brute Force intake system offers better air flow and superior protection for the Mitsubishi Lancer Evo X. To find all AEM products for your vehicle, use the AEM Product Search link on AEMintakes.com. To find an AEM dealer use and the Where to Buy link on AEMintakes.com.
It takes a certain type of person to work a full time job, care for a family, and build custom vehicles while paying proper attention to each of these areas. Often there must be times where one of these areas demands more attention than the others. A well rounded and hardworking individual would have many early mornings getting the kids ready for school as well as lengthy nights putting the finishing touches on their show vehicle before the world renowned SEMA show.
One individual that has seemed to master the art of juggling numerous tasks, while getting ready for SEMA 2011, is Steven Burkett. His vision was translated into his daily driver, a 2008 GMC Yukon with a gray and red flamed paint scheme. There have been many hours spent hooking up the air ride suspension, wiring the obnoxiously powerful stereo system, and detailing the vehicle to convey that show appeal on a daily basis. Burkett prides himself on, "The complete ride, I don't consider it a show car if the whole car isn't complete and ready to show off at any time." One could only imagine how fun it is cleaning the suspension and engine compartment every week.
2008 GMC Yukon at the 2011 SEMA Show is a daily driver
Burkett's show vehicles have been featured in popular music videos, as well as, movies like The Fast and Furious series. He has also won numerous awards and honors like:
-3 time winner of Best Street SUV at Various DUB magazine shows
-Best SUV at Lexani Lifestyle car show
-SEMA 2010 Booth Display vehicle for Velocity wheels
-SEMA 2011 Feature vehicle for AEM Inductions
-The Yukon was featured in the Dr. Dre Kush Video
-The Yukon will also be featured in Truckin' Magazine on newsstands Nov 15th 2011
-The Yukon has also been featured in J-lugg magazine in Japan
Burkett began building custom show vehicles back in 1986 and has most certainly enjoyed it since day one. His motivation for this vehicle came simply from the idea the he wanted a really cool family vehicle to drive around in.
The SEMA featured GMC Yukon sports a full air ride with 26" wheels
It could also be the fact that he works in the automotive industry for Gibson Exhaust as a Tech/Warranty expert and marketing personnel.
This is Burkett's third year attending SEMA and let's just say he knows what it takes to build a show vehicle worthy of this prestigious event. His 2008 Yukon showed up to SEMA with:
-Full customer paint(body, frame, and suspension)
-Full air ride
-Competition Kicker sound system
-26" wheels
-Suede headliner with built in TV's
-Katzkin interior
-AEM Brute Force intake system
-Polished Gibson exhaust
The AEM Brute Force intake system offers better air flow and superior protection for the Yukon. To find all AEM products for your vehicle, use the AEM Product Search link on AEMintakes.com. To find an AEM dealer use and the Where to Buy link on AEMintakes.com.
Since Hyundai first introduced the Excel to the U.S. auto market in 1986 they have continued to take baby steps, very intelligently feeling things out along the way, never leaping without first knowing where to land. The 1986 Excel was nominated number 10 on Fortune Magazine's "Best Product" list, in large part because of its price. The Excel produced sticker shock in a reverse direction, leaving some to ponder how Hyundai could offer so much for so little.
Box for AEM 28-20958 air filter
Hyundai is based in Seoul, South Korea, and along with Kia, now comprises the Hyundai Kia Automotive Group. Now those baby steps have grown into the world's fourth largest automaker as of 2009.
Now in 2011 it has been the world's fastest growing automaker for two years running. The intelligent baby steps have paid off, and one such stride was the Genesis Coupe, offering enthusiasts a rear-wheel-drive coupe powered by a turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder or naturally aspirated 3.8L V6 engine. The Genesis' performance, coupled with its stylish looks, have opened many enthusiasts' eyes to Hyundai as a high-performance company.
Owners of 2008 through 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupes with 2.0L turbo or 3.8L V6, can save money and help their cars breathe easier by simply replacing the existing factory installed air filter with the high performance 28-20958 AEM Dryflow® replacement air filter. The Dryflow
air filter is a direct replacement for the stock air filter.
AEM's 28-20958
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so the days of buying paper filters over and over are ... over.
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Owners of the1991 through 2007 Chevy or GMC models listed below can now restore some muscle to their old faithful truck or Blazer by simply swapping the existing OE paper air filter with the new AEM 28-20042 Dryflow® replacement air filter. The AEM oil-free
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Ram diesel, the name alone intimidates lesser pickups. Nothing about that badge conjures thoughts of frail or wimpy. Dodge Ram trucks have been named Motor Trend's Truck of the Year three times, in large part because they're thoroughly tough and always up to the task.
Whether you're facing a tough hauling job, pulling up stumps, or you're just going about daily life, the legendary Cummins 5.9L Diesel has the rugged power required to get it done. The very macho 2002, 5.9 liter 24-valve inline six turbo-diesel for example, is said to produce 235 horsepower and 460 pound feet of torque. An appropriately equipped Ram diesel can in fact handle about 3,730 pounds of payload and pull a trailer weighing up to 14,150 pounds.
Even with specifications like that, owners of a legendary 1994 through 2002 Dodge Ram diesel can now instantly up their truck's performance by simply replacing the OEM air filter with the new 28-20056 AEM Dryflow® air filter.
See list below for model details. The Dryflow filter is a direct replacement for the stock air filter, so no additional modifications
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AEM Dryflow air filters use an innovative high performance oil-free synthetic filtration material that allows for easy cleaning
and long-lasting service life. They can be used for up to 50,000 miles
before cleaning is necessary depending on driving conditions. When
cleaning is needed, synthetic air filter cleaner, 1-1000,
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with water.
The high-performance filter material provides the ideal balance of airflow, filtration efficiency, and durability. The result is a true performance air filter designed to improve horsepower and torque without the inconvenience of oil.
Plus, all AEM OE replacement air filters for street vehicles come with AEM's Lifetime Limited Warranty.
To find all AEM products for your vehicle, use the AEM application search function and the Where to Buy function on AEMintakes.com to find an AEM dealer near you.
