Peterson Fluid Systems

What Peterson Fluid Systems does

Peterson Fluid Systems is a US-based manufacturer of high-performance oil and fuel system components for motorsports, founded in 1976 and headquartered at 14331 Hilltop Road in Longmont, Colorado. The company produces precision-machined, made-in-USA dry sump and wet sump oil pumps, aluminum oil tanks (1.5-5 gallon standard plus drag, dirt late model, nostalgia, and LS7 specialty variants), inline fuel and oil filters (400/600/700 series), drives and pulleys (mandrel and spline, HTD and Gilmer), plumbing components (ball valves, Y-manifolds, weld bungs), and a range of engine accessories. Manufacturing is supported by in-house CNC machining, CAD/CAM design, and hand TIG welding; tanks are pressure tested prior to shipment. The company also operates a custom shop for bespoke oil tanks and breather cans priced via a $450 CAD drawing fee plus project-specific quote.

Revenue is generated through three streams: catalog aftermarket parts sales distributed via US national channels (Summit Racing, JEGS, Speedway Motors) and international dealers in Australia, Canada, the UK, New Zealand, and the Middle East; custom product manufacturing where each project is engineered against a customer-supplied specification; and product rebuild and repair services via a non-refundable inspection deposit that rolls into repair costs. Primary customers are professional motorsports teams (NASCAR, IndyCar, NHRA/IHRA, World of Outlaws), racing engine builders (Bob Panella, Brad Anderson, Pat Musi, Nelson Competition), chassis builders (Victory Circle, Jerry Bickel, Rocket Chassis, Longhorn, Barry Wright), and select non-motorsports clients in aerospace, defense, automotive OEM, and film production.

Peterson Fluid Systems is privately held and has been a subsidiary of Specialty Products Company since the 2020 asset acquisition, during which the parent disclosed investment in logistics, personnel, and product innovation. Headcount is reported in the 11-50 range. The company markets through its website, social media (Facebook, YouTube, Instagram), and downloadable technical drawings, and prioritizes race-proven branding documented through wins at Indy 500, Daytona, Talladega, Brickyard, Watkins Glen, World 100, and Knoxville Nationals.

Name

Peterson Fluid Systems

Legal name

Peterson Fluid Systems

Website

https://petersonfluidsys.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1976

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Peterson Fluid Systems is a US manufacturer of precision-machined high-performance oil and fuel system components - including dry/wet sump pumps, oil tanks, filters, drives, and plumbing - sold primarily to professional motorsports teams, engine builders, and chassis builders via dealers and a custom shop.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Motorsports Fluid System Components

NAICS

Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391), Fluid Power Pump and Motor Manufacturing (333996), Fluid Power Valve and Hose Fitting Manufacturing (332912), Motor Vehicle Gasoline Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing (336310), Motor Vehicle Gasoline Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing (33631)

SIC

Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561), Gaskets, Packg & Sealg Devices & Rubber & Plastics Hose (3050), Wholesale-Hardware & Plumbing & Heating Equipment & Supplies (5070)

akta.pro primary industry

Passenger Vehicle Fuel System Manufacturing (ICE) (IMACAAAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Pump & Compressor Packages (Skids, Booster Sets) (IMAHANAG), Filtration, Condition Monitoring & Fluid Management (Filters, Breathers, Oil Analysis, Cooling) (IMAHAGAL), Automotive Coolant & Refrigerant Circuit Components (Pumps/Valves/Reservoirs/Expansion Devices) (IMACALAE)

Keywords

• Dry sump oil systems
• Motorsports oil tanks
• Race fuel filtration
• Billet engine fittings
• Custom fabrication services

Headquarters

HQ city

Longmont

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Aftermarket Automotive Parts Sales: Sale of oil pumps, oil tanks, filters, drives, pulleys, and plumbing components to racing teams, automotive manufacturers, and enthusiasts through dealer network and direct sales.
2. Custom Product Manufacturing: Custom oil tanks and breather cans designed and built to customer specifications. Requires $450 drawing fee for custom designs, with final pricing provided after CAD approval.
3. Rebuild and Repair Services: Product inspection, repair, and rebuild services for returned products. Includes non-refundable inspection deposit that applies to repair costs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Peterson Fluid Systems manufactures high-performance oil and fuel system components for motorsports, including dry sump and wet sump oil pumps, aluminum oil tanks (standard and specialty configurations), billet aluminum fuel and oil filters, drives and pulleys, plumbing fittings, ball valves, and breather cans, plus custom-fabricated tanks and breather cans engineered to customer specifications. The company sells primarily to professional racing teams, engine builders, chassis builders, and authorized dealers in the U.S. and internationally, and operates a custom shop service using CNC machining and CAD/CAM design at its Longmont, Colorado facility.

Product overview

Peterson Fluid Systems is a U.S.-based manufacturer of high-performance oil and fuel system components for motorsports, founded in 1976 and acquired by Specialty Products Company in 2020. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of precision-machined components organized around three core product lines: (1) Oil Pumps — including Dry Sump, Wet Sump, and Wet Vac configurations, supporting multiple engine platforms with accessory mount blades and rear drive adapters; (2) Oil Tanks — spanning standard sizes from 1.5 to 5 gallons and specialty configurations for Drag Race, Dirt Late Model, Nostalgia Drag, and LS7 applications, with all-aluminum hand-welded construction, internal baffling, and black ceramic coating options; and (3) Filters — the 400, 600, and 700 Series offering filtration for fuel and oil systems across a range of micron ratings with stainless steel or cellulose media. Supporting these three pillars, the company also manufactures Drives & Pulleys (1" Mandrel and Spline Drive systems with HTD and Gilmer profiles), Plumbing components (Ball Valves, Y-Manifolds, Weld Bungs, Tube Bends, Caps & Filler Necks), Engine Accessories (Vacuum Regulators, Pop Off Valves, Breathers, Water Necks, Water Manifolds, Oil Inlet Fittings, Filter Block Off Plates, LS7 Adapters, Engine Seals), and Tank Accessories (Heaters, Dip Sticks, Mount Brackets, Fittings). A Custom Shop service provides bespoke tank and breather can design with CAD-based order process for unique project requirements.

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Products and services

• Dry Sump Oil Pumps Race-proven dry sump oil pumps in multiple configurations including scavenge-only and multi-stage designs, available with R4 rear drive and tab-mount options that eliminate separate mounting blocks. Designed for professional racing engines that require reliable oil delivery under high-G and high-RPM conditions.
• Wet Sump Oil Pumps Billet wet sump oil pumps, including a bell-housing mount configuration, that draw oil from the engine pan and deliver it under pressure to engine bearings and components. Used in high-performance street and racing applications that retain a wet sump oiling configuration.
• Wet Vac Oil Pumps Wet Vac pumps combine a wet sump configuration with vacuum-assisted scavenging to improve oil control and crankcase pressure regulation in high-performance engines. Targeted at engines that benefit from mild vacuum scavenging without converting fully to dry sump.
• Standard Dry Sump Oil Tanks Race-proven aluminum dry sump oil tanks with internal baffling for oil deaeration, available in 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3, 4, and 5 gallon capacities. All-aluminum construction, hand TIG welded, pressure tested, with rotating tank tops for flexible plumbing configurations. Available with optional black ceramic coating.
• Dirt Late Model Oil Tanks Specialty filter tanks designed specifically for Dirt Late Model racing, featuring a built-in high-flow spin-on filter inside the cap, an integral dipstick, and radiused full-flow fittings for reliable oil control in Dirt Late Model chassis.
• Drag Race Oil Tanks Race-proven 7-inch drag racing oil tanks with integrated catch can or breather fittings, lightweight billet cap, and heater bung to accommodate immersion-style tank heaters for pre-heating oil before competition.
• Nostalgia Drag Oil Tanks Low-profile drag tanks built for nostalgia dragsters and altereds, delivering the capacity of a standard 1.5 gallon tank in a shorter and wider package, used where chassis height constraints prevent standard tank fitment.
• LS7 Oil Tanks Oil tanks engineered specifically for LS7 engine swap applications, using race-proven internal baffling and AN fittings compatible with the LS7 engine platform for high-performance street and racing conversions.
• 400 Series Filters Billet anodized aluminum inline filters for fuel or oil systems, featuring pleated stainless steel mesh (45, 60, 75, and 100 micron) or cellulose elements (10/20 micron), with or without bypass, in -8 to -20 AN fitting sizes. Designed for high-flow filtration in race applications.
• 600 Series Filters Compact billet anodized aluminum filters for fuel systems with pleated stainless steel elements in 45, 60, or 100 micron, or 10/20 micron cellulose options, suited for space-constrained fuel system installations.
• 700 Series Filters Small compact billet anodized aluminum filters designed for final fuel filtration or accessory oiling such as turbos and valve train sprayers, with pleated stainless steel elements for motorsport use.
• Standard 1" Mandrel Drives Standard 1-inch mandrel drives for small and big block Chevrolet applications, precision-machined from stress-proof steel or 6061 T6 aluminum with black anodizing, and including 3/16-inch keyways on the dampener side and 1/8-inch keyways for pulleys.
• Spline Drive Systems Spline drive hubs and components providing an alternative to standard mandrel drives, with hard coat anodized components and compatibility with HTD and Gilmer belt profiles for race-spec drive systems.
• Ball Valves CNC-machined billet aluminum ball valves for fuel and oil shutoff applications, with PTFE seals, hardcoated aluminum balls, and fully rebuildable design. Available in small, large, and extra-large body configurations.
• Modular Billet Y-Manifolds Anodized billet Y-manifolds with a modular design featuring replaceable fittings, available in 3, 4, and 5 way configurations for flexible plumbing of oil, fuel, and coolant lines in racing applications.
• Breather Cans Fully baffled breather cans to contain oil that escapes during engine breathing, available in standard configurations and in fully custom designs for unique vehicle layouts. Made from aluminum with internal baffling for effective oil separation.
• Custom Tank Design Service Bespoke custom oil tank design and manufacturing service with mechanical CAD drawings provided for customer approval prior to production. Configurable options include custom size, fittings, mounts, lightweight billet caps, sight glasses, and return filter boxes. A non-refundable $450 drawing fee is required before work begins.
• Custom Breather Can Design Service Custom breather can design and manufacturing service with CAD drawing approval before production, offering configurable custom fittings, capacity, and sensor bungs for unique engine bay packaging requirements. A non-refundable $450 drawing fee applies.
• Rebuild and Repair Service Product inspection, repair, and rebuild services for returned Peterson products, with a non-refundable inspection deposit applied to final repair cost if the customer proceeds. Handled at the Longmont, Colorado facility under Specialty Products Company.

Quantifiable outcome

• Products have been used on winning vehicles at major racing events including Indy 500, Daytona, Charlotte, Michigan, Brickyard, Talladega, Watkins Glen, World 100, and Knoxville Nationals

Named customers19 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered major.

• Summit RacingmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSummit Racing is a major national distributor of Peterson Fluid Systems products, serving customers across the United States.
• JEGS High PerformancemajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJEGS High Performance is a major national distributor of Peterson Fluid Systems products serving the racing community.
• Speedway MotorsmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSpeedway Motors serves as a major US distributor for Peterson Fluid Systems products.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Holley Performance Products: Large publicly-listed performance aftermarket conglomerate owning multiple brands (Earl's, MSD, Accel, Hooker) including fluid system and engine accessories. Competes with Peterson through Earl's plumbing and through broader distribution reach.
• Edelbrock: Established US manufacturer of intake manifolds, fuel injection, and related engine components for performance and racing. Larger and broader portfolio but overlapping motorsports customer base and US-made CNC manufacturing positioning.

Direct peers

• Moroso Performance Products: Long-standing US manufacturer of high-performance oil pans, oil pumps, dry sump tanks, and engine dress-up components for racing and muscle car enthusiasts. Directly comparable product catalog and customer base to Peterson Fluid Systems across NASCAR, drag, and circle track racing.
• Milodon: US specialist in performance oil pans, oil pump pickups, and oiling system components for racing engines. Overlapping product line (oil pans and pumps for SBC, BBC, modular, and LS platforms) and similar motorsports customer base as Peterson.
• Canton Racing Products: Manufacturer of oil pans, oil pump drives, and dry sump tanks for circle track, drag, and road racing. Highly comparable to Peterson in product mix, customer base (chassis builders and engine builders), and made-in-USA CNC manufacturing model.
• Aeromotive: Specializes in high-performance fuel system components (pumps, filters, regulators, fuel rails) for racing and street performance. Comparable motorsports customer base and complementary fuel-side focus to Peterson's oil system line.
• Earl's Performance Plumbing: Manufacturer of AN fittings, hose, and plumbing assemblies for racing and high-performance vehicles. Direct overlap with Peterson's plumbing and fittings product lines for fuel, oil, and cooling systems, distributed through performance aftermarket channels.

Emerging players

• System 1 Filters: Manufacturer of performance oil and fuel filtration products targeting drag racing and circle track customers. Directly overlaps Peterson's 400/600/700 series filter lines and competes for the same engine builder and chassis builder relationships.
• Aerospace Technology Lab (ATL): Manufacturer of fuel cells, fuel system components, and racing safety equipment. Adjacent fuel system product line to Peterson's filters and plumbing, with strong motorsports and aerospace customer overlap.

Regional players

• Klotz Synthetic Lubricants: US manufacturer of synthetic racing lubricants and oils. While focused on fluids rather than hardware, Klotz shares Peterson's made-in-USA positioning and similar drag and circle track motorsports customer base, often co-marketed with Peterson oil system components.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Investors

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