{"product_id":"performance-water-pump-kit-for-ram-1500-2013-2018-3-6l","title":"Performance Water Pump Kit for Ram 1500 (2013-2018) 3.6L","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Performance Water Pump Kit for 2013-2018 Ram 1500 (DS)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Performance Water Pump Kit replaces the failure-prone factory coolant circulator on the 2013-2018 Ram 1500 to restore continuous coolant flow and prevent engine overheating under heavy loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Ram 1500 Cooling Weakness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory mechanical water pumps on high-mileage \u003cstrong\u003eDS\u003c\/strong\u003e platform trucks powered by the \u003cstrong\u003ePentastar 3.6L V6\u003c\/strong\u003e routinely experience premature bearing play, dynamic shaft seal erosion, and weep hole leakage. Thermal cycling and coolant contamination degrade the stock internal mechanical face seals, leading to cavitation, persistent coolant loss, and risk of catastrophic head gasket failure caused by hot-spotting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for high-duty-cycle cooling performance, this water pump unit features a reinforced cast-aluminum housing and a precision-machined impeller to sustain balanced laminar coolant delivery across all RPM bands. Fitted with heavy-duty internal ceramic mechanical seals and upgraded dual-row ball bearings, this pump counteracts radial load stress and vibration. The unit mates directly to OEM timing cover ports, restoring rapid heat transfer from the cylinder block to the radiator cores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Engine Water Pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Mounting Gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; min-width: 300px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2013-2018 Ram 1500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003ePentastar 3.6L V6 \/ DS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e305 hp \/ 269 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e5184498AE, 5184498AH, 5184498AI, 5184498AD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2013-2018 Ram 1500 (3.6L Pentastar V6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u0026amp; Fitment Warnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the DS 1500?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the 2013-2018 Ram 1500 equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003ePentastar 3.6L V6\u003c\/strong\u003e engine. \u003cstrong\u003eThis unit does not fit 5.7L HEMI V8, 4.7L V8, or 3.0L EcoDiesel platforms.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat are the installation torque specifications?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMounting fasteners must be torqued in a crisscross pattern to vehicle manufacturer specifications to guarantee an even seal and prevent gasket displacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Ram Workhorse Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen running heavy payloads or towing trailers in extreme ambient heat, cooling system reliability is critical. This pump ensures consistent operating temperatures and uninterrupted flow to preserve engine service life.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67545089769720,"sku":"DS-EXCYTMK1G","price":73.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/performance-water-pump-kit-for-ram-1500-2013-2018-3-6l-1.jpg?v=1790716474","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/es\/products\/performance-water-pump-kit-for-ram-1500-2013-2018-3-6l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}