Cold Air Intake for Dodge Ram 1500/2500/3500 (2009-2012) with 5.7L V8 Engine Red

High-Velocity Cold Air Induction for the 5.7L Hemi V8 Dodge Ram

Who It’s For: Engineered for Dodge Ram owners running the 5.7L Hemi V8 powerplant who are tired of the stock sluggishness and want to recover the hidden potential of their heavy-duty hauler.

The Symptom: The Dodge Ram is a substantial chassis that requires immediate torque to overcome its own curb weight, especially when merging or towing. The factory intake on the 5.7L Hemi is designed for acoustic silence rather than efficiency, utilizing a restrictive airbox and accordion-style plastic tubing that creates massive internal turbulence. This setup creates a “choke point” for the engine, resulting in a delayed throttle response and a feeling of hesitation when you demand power on the highway.

The Engineering Fix: This system replaces that restrictive plumbing with a mandrel-bent T304 aluminum tube that maintains a consistent diameter throughout the bend. By smoothing out the airflow path and utilizing a high-flow conical filter, we increase the oxygen density entering the combustion chamber. This reduces the vacuum effect found in the stock system, allowing the engine to reach its peak volumetric efficiency faster, which translates to a sharper throttle snap and a broad improvement in the torque curve.

Why Mechanics Choose This Kit

• Maximum Air Density: By relocating the filter to pull from a cooler area, we increase oxygen content, allowing for a more aggressive combustion cycle and up to a 10% gain in output.
• The Hemi Growl: Removing the factory resonators allows the 5.7L Hemi to produce a deep, throaty induction roar that only becomes aggressive under heavy acceleration.
• Commercial Grade Build: Constructed from lightweight, heat-dissipating T304 aluminum with a washable cotton filter that only requires maintenance every 50,000 miles under standard conditions.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility & OEM Reference

Fits the Following Vehicles:

• 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 5.7L V8
• 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 5.7L V8
• 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 5.7L V8
• 2012 Dodge Ram 1500 5.7L V8
• 2009 Dodge Ram 2500 5.7L V8
• 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 5.7L V8
• 2011 Dodge Ram 2500 5.7L V8
• 2012 Dodge Ram 2500 5.7L V8
• 2009 Dodge Ram 3500 5.7L V8
• 2010 Dodge Ram 3500 5.7L V8
• 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 5.7L V8
• 2012 Dodge Ram 3500 5.7L V8

Interchange Part Numbers:

2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 5.7, V8, RAM1500, RAM2500, RAM3500, T304-RED

The Performance Promise

Buy with confidence. This kit is designed for a straightforward bolt-on installation that typically takes less than 60 minutes with basic hand tools. We recommend a battery terminal reset after installation to allow the engine management system to recalibrate for the increased airflow volume. Backed by real automotive experts and fast shipping.