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Magnum Dave
05-24-2004, 06:43 PM
I wonder if anyone has started making aftermarket parts for the Magnum yet? I'm thinking simple items like better a better aircleaner, etc.... just asking. Thanks!

Reddrum
05-24-2004, 08:58 PM
Hi dave,first of all thanks for replying to my thread earlier.The input is greatly appreciated.I've been searching around the web for a few days and I think I saw some air intakes available.I also saw Kenne Bell and another company are working on a supercharger for the HEMI.I'm sure the supercharger is overkill but it sounds fun.Type in "5.7 hemi accessories" and search.I think that's how I found them.

Enjoy your RT maybe I'll see ya on I-75 someday.

Magnum Dave
05-28-2004, 01:40 PM
Thanks for the info. I'm heading off to the dealer in a few minutes to check out the accessory catalog they just got. I'll ask the parts guy as well. I don't want to do anything silly or anything that'll void the warranty, it just seems that a car like the Magnum needs a little something personal for each driver....

tedman5
06-11-2004, 09:10 AM
Haven't seen any yet either. Looking hi and lo though.
My first upgrade is getting some sound to this baby. Its way too quiet for a V8.
I have an appt to "adjust" my exhaust next week. My local exhaust specialist suggests removing the large resonator for starters and if its too loud then look into replacing with new performance mufflers like the Flow Master 50 series.
If you look underneath your car the resonator is as big as a suitcase! We think the removal of that, installation of 2 sections of stainless, will give the car the sound it deserves with the stock mufflers and still retain a decent sound level. If not, we just put it back.
I'll update after that's done.
Also, gotta tint these front windows!
Overall, I'm very happy with everything else.
This car rocks!!! :rck:

WumpscuT
06-11-2004, 10:36 AM
Have any of you guys seen any gears for the Magnum? Changing the gears was one of the best things that i ever did when i used to have my F150. I went from 3.08 to 4.10. WOW, what a difference... It sure did kill my fuel economy, but whatever.... you gotta make a sacrifice somewhere. It also helps that i live 5 minutes from work.

I'm really interested in changing the gears once i get the magnum. It'll probably be the only performance mod that i'll do, besides replacing the air filter, and maybe some exhaust work.

Los Lobo
07-17-2004, 03:50 PM
:shocked:

Can someone, hopefully a Dodge Tech. answer some questions and offer your advise.

All of us Magnum R/T owners, know our Hemi doesn't sound like the one on TV commercials. How can I get that sound out of my R/T Hemi ?

Where is the 430-hp Dodge R/T Hemi that was offered on the internet ?

I saw the whipple took off their whipple charger for the Magnum R/T's.
The New Dodge dealer in Jax. Fl. told me whipple charged Hemi's blew up.
He also told me that they can add, headers, exhaust, new chip and tunning, new air intake and filter and change out the rear end to a higher one and I can get as much power, speed as a bell or whipple charger for a lot less.

My dealer told me that he has taken his first order for a "Police Special Pkg." R/T.
I was also told that Police cars have to have at least 10% more hp. than my car or yours.

I also want a factory installed roof Rack, as opposed to the dealer installed, after market rack.

david borla
07-30-2004, 05:46 PM
Borla exhaust has released its aftermarket exhaust for the Magnum. Part number 140112 installs using a slip fit connection just after each catalytic converter and is made from full aircraft quality T304 stainless steel. It is a split rear exiting system with two Borla embossed 3 ½” oval, rolled edge, angle cut tips at each opening in the rear valence. This system consists of a 2.25”x-pipe leading to two 19” long, 9 1/2” wide oval mufflers. Exiting each muffler is a 2.25” intermediate pipe to each 11.00” long x 10.00” wide rear muffler/tip assemblies. R&D testing has shown that our system flows up to 220 cfm more than the factory exhaust (for a total flow of 932 cfm @ 70” H2O) and has shown an increase of up to 16 additional horsepower and 8 ft lbs of torque. 140112 weights in at 54 lbs. while the factory system weights in at 83 lbs. 140112 averages 1.5db louder than the factory exhaust.

We will also be releasing an identical system with 5" tips as seen on the "DUB edition" Magnum.

Give us a call at 877-GO-BORLA for more info.

Thanks for your interest.

David Borla
davidb@borla.com

Ani Wa Hya
07-31-2004, 12:36 PM
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2005 5.7L V8 F/I All Air Filter 33-2295 NEW! Replacement Air Filter
2005 5.7L V8 F/I All Oil Filter HP-2004 Oil Filter

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Raxstone
08-08-2004, 12:17 PM
I bet one of the big problems with supercharging these Hemi's is the MDS. The s/c is driven by RPM's, and is set up for a certain displacement of air (which assumes a V8). But, when you cruise at 65mph+, you are only running on 4 cylinders. That must mean that you're getting way more boost than the engine can handle! I don't know the theory, but I do understand the basic ideas, and I'm sure that the MDS is the difficulty with regards to the S/C problems.

Los Lobo
08-14-2004, 02:19 AM
I have checked with several major auto part stores and NONE have the 33-2295 air filter for the R/T.
I did find a site on the net that accepts credit cards and paypal and they actually have them in stock.
freight is free. The total cost (as long as you don't live in Cali.) is $39.20 ground freight. Probably 3-5 working days.

I let you know if they had them or not.

2835-miles in 32-days overall mpg is 12.2, worst was 10.3 mpg and my best was 13.8 mpg.

Does anyone besides me, see this as a problem ?

My Magnum also pulls to the Left when driving down the road. Dealer says Dodge is aware and their fix, didn't fix it so they will be coming out with a notice soon.
I'm sure it's similar to the Chevy suburban problems.
Chevy pre-set the camber, etc. to an average setting where it was most cost effective for them.
If you complained loud enough, they would replace your tires. When that didn't work, they would cut and bang out a knock-out and make an adjustment that would fix the problem. They felt that only 12% of the owners would go this far and it saved them 100's of thousands of dollars.

Dodge will be buying me new tires shortly, they are wearing on the edge of the tires.

My dealer also said that there is only one (1) chip setting and it is the same as the factory's settings. This prevents him from adjusting timing or any other setting that might help my fuel consumption improve.

Is this true ?

He also told me that he flashed the chip today, because the computer and chip learn how drive and adjust settings for that, is this true ?

Thanks, I still Love the Body and interior.

Girls 18-30 are hanging out windows and stopping to see it and they want to ride. I'm 48 and they aren't lookin at me, it's the car. :D :SPIN: :IDEA:

bignuke
08-14-2004, 04:26 AM
Go to knfilters.com. They have links to web sites that have the filters in stock. The links have the filters for ALOT less than K&N's web site sells them for. I got mine from 4filters.com for $39 including shipping and handling. The filter shipped the same day I ordered it.

MagnumFreak
08-14-2004, 07:03 AM
360 Air Intakez (http://www.360airintakez.com) has a CAI system for the Magnum available as does Air Aid (http://www.airaid.com)

Magnaflow is just about to release their Cat Back system they have a sound file on their web site so you can hear it run http://www.magnaflow.com

Several companies are working on spark plug replacements (platinum plugs). No word on release dates.

Raxstone
08-14-2004, 09:28 AM
My dealer also said that there is only one (1) chip setting and it is the same as the factory's settings. This prevents him from adjusting timing or any other setting that might help my fuel consumption improve.

Is this true ?

He also told me that he flashed the chip today, because the computer and chip learn how drive and adjust settings for that, is this true ?


It is probably true that the factory only has one flash file for the car. The fact that he reflashed it though, shows that the file can be modified. We'll just need to wait on someone to decipher the program so that aftermarket programmers become available. It is also possible that something went wrong with your particular flash from the factory, and that reflashing it will show an improvement in your MPG's. Or even that the system went a little nutty for some reason when constructing its tables. Reflashing, or even just cutting power to the computer for a few minutes, should clear some of the tables (the ones constructed from real-time data) and allow them to be rebuilt.

WumpscuT
08-16-2004, 08:50 AM
Damn!!!! i keep looking online for parts for the magnum and i can't find any except for those listed here.... The CAI's and exhaust systems are always the first mods to be available, but i want more....MORE!!!!!

Every exhaust company should have a sound byte that'll show what an application would sound like on their vehicle... we all have different opinions on what the RT should sound like, and with a sound byte available for us to hear, we'd have a better understanding of what to get.

I truely commend magnaflow for their video setup...

RAM MAN
08-16-2004, 09:59 AM
just a thought here:

has anyone email the Fastman, to see if he would modify your throttle body ?

Dan's a great guy - maybe just no one has asked yet ....

worst he can say is no ...

dan@thefastman.com

http://www.thefastman.com/Throttlebodies47.asp

PropMan
08-16-2004, 10:32 AM
Re: Fuel Consumption

I have just over 1,000 miles on my RT and I have to tell you if you have a heavy foot and ENJOY your Hemi you will get crappy gas mileage. During one 150 mile stretch I drove the RT as "spiritedly" as I can--tire squealing take-offs, 90mph runs on the freeway, etc. and my mileage was 13.2. On another 150 mile stretch I drove as "sanely" as possilbe--a steady 65 mph on the freeway, NO flooring of the gas pedal, etc. My mileage was 22.7. Seems to me if you want good mileage you have to keep the Hemi in a cage.

I already ordered the Borla exhaust system. My experience with Borla products leads me to believe I will get a bit more performance and about 1-2 mpg improvement.

MagnumFreak
08-16-2004, 12:48 PM
just a thought here:

has anyone email the Fastman, to see if he would modify your throttle body ?

Dan's a great guy - maybe just no one has asked yet ....

worst he can say is no ...

dan@thefastman.com

http://www.thefastman.com/Throttlebodies47.asp

He actually responded to someone on another forum and indicated that Dodge really did their homework with the throttle body in the 300 and Magnum. He also indicated that he didn't see anything that needed to be done to the throttle body. There was nothing he would do with it that would increase performance.

His response indicates his credibility. Not many people would have told you this. Most would have just taken your money regardless of the result. A rare person indeed.

Honest Al
08-17-2004, 01:46 AM
I know that you guys all have the R/T, but has anyone made any parts for the 3.5L (forgive my ignorance, only had the Magnum for 2 days)? Also my first time on this board.

Los Lobo
08-17-2004, 10:31 AM
Hello Al,

2005 DODGE Magnum 3.5L V6 F/I - All Automotive Air Filter 33-2295
2005 DODGE Magnum 3.5L V6 F/I - All Automotive Oil Filter HP-2004

Herb Jenssen
08-17-2004, 10:33 AM
Los Lobo,
I would stay on Dodge about that unsatisfactory mileage your getting.

Also, if I'm not mistaken the pulling problem with the 300C and Magnum was always to the Right. Yours is the first I've heard pulling to the Left!
Herb

Honest Al
08-17-2004, 10:51 AM
Hello Al,

2005 DODGE Magnum 3.5L V6 F/I - All Automotive Air Filter 33-2295
2005 DODGE Magnum 3.5L V6 F/I - All Automotive Oil Filter HP-2004
Thanks!

Los Lobo
08-17-2004, 10:54 AM
Thanks Herb,

I must have mis-spoken, my suburban pulled to the left.

My Magnum, pulls to the right.

Los Lobo
08-17-2004, 12:56 PM
Originally Posted by Los Lobo
Hello Al,

2005 DODGE Magnum 3.5L V6 F/I - All Automotive Air Filter 33-2295
2005 DODGE Magnum 3.5L V6 F/I - All Automotive Oil Filter HP-2004

This came from K&N website.

Borla has an exhaust system for the R/T-Hemi, I couldn't find out if it works for the other non-R/T models.

I'm still trying to find headers, chips and a 160-degree Thermostat.

Can anyone help ?

leabob
08-17-2004, 02:12 PM
Can you elaborate with what you know re: pulling to the right?

Herb Jenssen
08-17-2004, 03:52 PM
Leabob,
I searched on here but I can't find anything.
There were quite a few people complaining about pulling to the right.
The other forum you might search is dodgemagnum.net
Chrysler is aware of the problem so if yours is doing it take it back to the dealer.
Later
Herb

MagnumFreak
08-17-2004, 05:58 PM
Originally Posted by Los Lobo
Hello Al,

2005 DODGE Magnum 3.5L V6 F/I - All Automotive Air Filter 33-2295
2005 DODGE Magnum 3.5L V6 F/I - All Automotive Oil Filter HP-2004

This came from K&N website.

Borla has an exhaust system for the R/T-Hemi, I couldn't find out if it works for the other non-R/T models.

I'm still trying to find headers, chips and a 160-degree Thermostat.

Can anyone help ?

Borla designed their system just for the R/T. Since the V6 models are single exhaust with a single cat. the system would not work unless you made some significant changes to the exhaust.

Los Lobo
08-17-2004, 11:04 PM
I was at my dealer again today.
The Service Mgr. said they had to really pull, torque the frame to get it bent, twisted to allow the wheels to be aligned.

This is Bu!! $#!T :rck:

Torque, bend, pull and twist the frame to neutralize their screw up :VHOT:

I am not going to accept this as a fix or repair.


By the way, I also made Four (4) passes on the Dyno today :YO:

The good news :D She servived the stress ;)

The bad news ! :VHOT: The 155-mph that the two salesman told me at my dealership....was a lie, said the dyno guy's :mad: the car shut down at 128-mph. each time. The salesmen never saw 135 let alone 155....I am totally Pizzed at the sales staff for lieing.
Everyone I ever spoke to, knew that I wanted this car for sport, no store runs, stricktly fun runs :D

Oh yeh, more bad news... :VHOT:
On all 4 runs 264-hp to 268-hp to the wheels.
79% of the 340-hp that Dodge claims, the Magnum has.
This is Bu!! $#!T :mad: :YO: :help: :VHOT:

Can somebody tell me if this is good, bad or even normal for this difference in HP tto the wheel.

I told the dealer that I would run it on the dyno before I agreed to buy it. They said OK, but they wanted a 10% buffer. I agreed. :IDEA:
It was rated at 287-hp. :) less 10% = 258-hp to the wheels. :WHT:

we ran 3 runs and it averaged 288 and it still had more to give, but I didn't own it yet and it exceeded the advertised 287-hp. SOLD :D
I have only had one problem, the trunk switch and shock were under rated.
They did a recall after I brought it to their attention and they fixed the problem, they didn't bend, twist, torque or jury rig it !!! :help:

Again this is the first time that I have been back to Dodge in 25-yrs.
A lot has changed.

Any ideas ?

Herb Jenssen
08-18-2004, 12:08 AM
I was at my dealer again today.
The Service Mgr. said they had to really pull, torque the frame to get it bent, twisted to allow the wheels to be aligned.

This is Bu!! $#!T :rck:

Torque, bend, pull and twist the frame to neutralize their screw up :VHOT:

I am not going to accept this as a fix or repair.



By the way, I also made Four (4) passes on the Dyno today :YO:

The good news :D She servived the stress ;)

The bad news ! :VHOT: The 155-mph that the two salesman told me at my dealership....was a lie, said the dyno guy's :mad: the car shut down at 128-mph. each time. The salesmen never saw 135 let alone 155....I am totally Pizzed at the sales staff for lieing.
Everyone I ever spoke to, knew that I wanted this car for sport, no store runs, stricktly fun runs :D

Oh yeh, more bad news... :VHOT:
On all 4 runs 264-hp to 268-hp to the wheels.
79% of the 340-hp that Dodge claims, the Magnum has.
This is Bu!! $#!T :mad: :YO: :help: :VHOT:

Can somebody tell me if this is good, bad or even normal for this difference in HP tto the wheel.

I told the dealer that I would run it on the dyno before I agreed to buy it. They said OK, but they wanted a 10% buffer. I agreed. :IDEA:
It was rated at 287-hp. :) less 10% = 258-hp to the wheels. :WHT:

we ran 3 runs and it averaged 288 and it still had more to give, but I didn't own it yet and it exceeded the advertised 287-hp. SOLD :D
I have only had one problem, the trunk switch and shock were under rated.
They did a recall after I brought it to their attention and they fixed the problem, they didn't bend, twist, torque or jury rig it !!! :help:

Again this is the first time that I have been back to Dodge in 25-yrs.
A lot has changed.

Any ideas ?
I would not let them twist the frame either.
You should allow 15% to 20% for loss of HP through the train drive train.
That would be 272 HP to 289 HP I think that's pretty close to what you showed on the dyno.
Anyone else, correct me if I'm wrong.
I don't know why they lied to you about the top speed. It's widely known that it's computer limited to 128 MPH.
I'm not sure where your getting 287 HP minus 10%=258 HP
Later
Herb
P.S. Once you get it don't expect any help from Chrysler.Unless there is a problem with the car.
All they will tell you is "all our dealers are Independant"
Make sure you get anything they promise IN WRITING!!

MagnumFreak
08-18-2004, 12:55 AM
Without actually removing the motor to dyno it the best you can do is guess at the losses in the drivetrain. The "accepted" amount is 20%. Based on that your numbers look right in line.

kuwhip
08-19-2004, 02:11 PM
i just got my car back from the BORLA factory today. they used my car to do some final adjustments on another cat back system that is soon to be released. i'm not sure of the exact specifications on the piping diameter. this system has 2 mufflers replacing the stock suitcase muffler and no final mufflers/resonators exiting the car at the rear. the system will also include 5" tips! they are angle cut and it sure looks MEAN :rck: . to be honest, these tips complement large rims. if the rims are OEM they may look out of place.
as for the sound...it gives me chills how good this system sounds on the RT. under light load there is slight growl/droan. highway cruising is excellent, just enough noise to hear what the engine is doing when the throttle is pressed, but not so loud that it becomes an ear sore (nothing a lil music from the bostom acoustics cant filter out). when u gun it.... :rck: sounds like...nascar... that is the only word i can think of. im not sure of the exact performance gains. i do know that the rpms shoot up much faster than before. i think once i get my intake i will get some serious gains...

Cal Jeff
08-19-2004, 05:11 PM
i just got my car back from the BORLA factory today. they used my car to do some final adjustments on another cat back system that is soon to be released. i'm not sure of the exact specifications on the piping diameter. this system has 2 mufflers replacing the stock suitcase muffler and no final mufflers/resonators exiting the car at the rear. the system will also include 5" tips! they are angle cut and it sure looks MEAN :rck: . to be honest, these tips complement large rims. if the rims are OEM they may look out of place.
as for the sound...it gives me chills how good this system sounds on the RT. under light load there is slight growl/droan. highway cruising is excellent, just enough noise to hear what the engine is doing when the throttle is pressed, but not so loud that it becomes an ear sore (nothing a lil music from the bostom acoustics cant filter out). when u gun it.... :rck: sounds like...nascar... that is the only word i can think of. im not sure of the exact performance gains. i do know that the rpms shoot up much faster than before. i think once i get my intake i will get some serious gains...

Hey! can we get some pictures?

Los Lobo
08-19-2004, 05:24 PM
Hey Cal. Jeff, :rck:

Have you had yours on a dyno yet to see what the HP is ?
4-runs and the best I got was 268-hp, the worst was 264-hp, to the wheels.
They charged me $95.00 for 3-trials but they gave me a 4th for free. :D

Did you get any clue as to when the second verssion would be done. If it's next week or the week after, I'll just get them to put the system on there. :IDEA:

I still haven't been able to get my K&N Filter from 4filters yet, It's been a week. :help:

Los Lobo
08-19-2004, 05:25 PM
:SPIN: Oh yeh, can you attach a mp3 or other audio file, so we can hear your exhaust ? :SPIN:

Cal Jeff
08-19-2004, 06:12 PM
I wish. Mine hasn't even been built yet. I've been waiting since late April. :help:

Los Lobo
08-19-2004, 06:15 PM
So the 505-hp SRT-RAM only has 400-hp to the wheels ?
Motorcycles have what, 100-hp to the wheels and weigh about 750-lbs with rider ?
Magnum w/rider 4,300-lbs. @ 270-hp.
That doesn't sound right
Does anyone know if there is a recognized authority, that describes how or what tollerences there is for automobiles ?

kuwhip
08-20-2004, 01:08 PM
i did not get the chance to have borla put my car on the dyno. it would have meant my that my car had to stay at the factory another day. i will post pictures soon maybe by tomorrow. i dont know if i can get a sound clip on here.

Los Lobo
08-21-2004, 02:40 PM
I hope this is where I complain about the TV show I watched today.
Your show did a COMMERCIAL for Dodge Magnum Hemi.

I would like you to retract the inaccuracies that were made Sat. August 21st, 12:35 pm

The sound of the Magnum R/T was close but I guess being there is different than hearing it on TV.
Their commercial, is a completely different vehicle or it was enhanced.
You mention the 340-hp, here is what they advertised for almost 2-yrs.

They said
"The Magnum is a "Pavement Pounding", "Tire Shredding", "Hemi powered beast, that will leave skid marks on more than just the road. " :D
NOT !!!
They were power breaking the R/T to get it to break traction. :YO:
THAT'S TRHE ONLY TIM E IT BROKE TRACTION, where is the tire shredding statement coming from ?
Oh yeh, when they start up the "Hemi" it sounds almost exactly like an old Plymouth Fury.
By the way, it doesn't sound anything like the commercials "Hemi".
By the way, my car doesn't start on the immediate rotation of the starter like My Chevy, Nissan or Ford, I have to hold the key in the on position for a few 10ths of a second longer.

They brag about the "HEMI" at 340-hp / 390-ft.lbs. of Torque.
No where do they say you only get 265-hp to the wheels. :SPIN:

"Now from what we can guess from between break stands, a run to 60-mph should take no more than, 5.5 secs.! :IDEA:
I say, 7.5 is more consistent with the real results. :VHOT:


Unfortunatly, we didn't have enough time durring the _____ trip, to get concrete numbers on the HEMI, but take my word, "THIS THING IS FAST !"

They do mention the, dampening from the road through the steering. I'll call it an uncomfortable feeling, when you can feel the road through your hands.
I also noticed at high speeds, if the front tire/s leave the road surface, say due to a joint or crack in the cement, I have a momentary feeling of losing control of the steering. As if someone else, just corrected your steering, a 1000th of a sec after I did. I don't want anyone else to drive the car at top speeds when I am driving. :mad:

Oh yeh, I'm Six foot two inches tall and 295-lbs.
Car and Driver only said that the back seats had "plenty of room" :SPIN:
I sat up front, got in a "more than comfortable" driving position, seat up/dwn & reclined forward/backwards.
Then I went to the back seat, behind the driver and I was "EXTREMELY SURPRISED" :rck: at how much my long legs, wide shoulders and hips had head room as well ! EXCELLENT !

I don't even believe these guy's from Car & Driver, actually tested the car.

They don't know how much room the rear seats have "Plenty of room" does not begin to explain how, Two people my size, being very comfortable in the back seats.
Being a station wagon, how often would you take more than 4-adults for a ride or as in the old days of the 60's & 70's, 2-3 kids, the 3rd & 4th children will be fighting to sit in the back storage area anyway. :SPIN:


This is what they advertise now.

The legendary engine that powered Dodge's muscle cars of the 1960s has been re-engineered and reborn as a modern, high-performance, fuel-efficient and durable powerplant known as the all-new 5.7-liter HEMI V-8. With 340 horsepower and 390 lb.-ft. of torque, the Dodge Magnum RT can go from zero to 60 mph in just 6.3 seconds.

The HEMI-powered 2005 Dodge Magnum RT will be the first modern production vehicle in North America to feature cylinder deactivation when it goes on sale in the spring of 2004. The Chrysler Group Multi Displacement System (MDS) seamlessly turns off the fuel consumption in four cylinders of the 5.7-liter HEMI engine when V-8 power is not needed. This provides a world class combination of performance and fuel economy.



Thank you for the opportunity to earn your company's business.

Sincerely,

Michael D Ingram
President

Zendak99
08-21-2004, 11:51 PM
There will be alot of mods comming out..

Headers, exhaust, Intakes, Chips programmers, TB, Wires..etc..

hang in there

Rick

kuwhip
08-22-2004, 07:24 PM
here are some pics

bigg cellus
08-22-2004, 09:55 PM
kwhip-can you post pics of the whole car?

kuwhip
08-23-2004, 12:47 PM
i'm trying to get a better camera and take some better pics asap. here is one for right now.

bobmurray
08-26-2004, 06:44 PM
I found 3 performance accessories for Hemi Truck Engines at

http://www.rpmoutlet.com/ramhemi.htm

1. JET Chips Power Module Stage 1 or Stage 2 Chip
2. New Air Filter Housing and Filter: MAC Products Cold-Air Induction
3. MotorVator Throttle Body Spacer

I checked with their tech guy, and he says all will fit and work on Magnums and that several have been installed with no complaints. Any experience with these products? Will they fit? Will they improve performance?

Bob Murray

p.s. See new thread: Hemi Truck Parts for Magnum?

Raxstone
08-28-2004, 11:30 PM
So the 505-hp SRT-RAM only has 400-hp to the wheels ?
Motorcycles have what, 100-hp to the wheels and weigh about 750-lbs with rider ?
Magnum w/rider 4,300-lbs. @ 270-hp.
That doesn't sound right
Does anyone know if there is a recognized authority, that describes how or what tollerences there is for automobiles ?

The reference to a 20% drivetrain loss was for automatic transmissions. The loss is about half that for a manual tranny. Of course every individual vehicle is going to have a slight difference. Also, you cannot compare a motorcycle to a truck just through horsepower. The Truck (or car) will rely on torque a lot more than any motorcycle ever will need to. The SRT-10 Ram will be putting about 500ft-lb to the rear wheels, compared to the bike with under 100.

Got Hemi Biatch
05-14-2005, 07:46 AM
KuWhip,

Did you ever try getting that sound clip on here? I'm looking for a better sound and from what you describe, it sounds like you have what I'm lookin for. Do you have an actual part# from Borla on the system that you purchased?