{"product_id":"exhaust-kit-for-dodge-ram-1500-ram-2500-2004-2008-5-7l","title":"Exhaust Kit for Dodge Ram 1500 Ram 2500 (2004-2008) 5.7L","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eHigh-Flow Dual Muffler-Back Exhaust Kit for 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500, Ram 2500 (DR\/DH)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The dual muffler-back exhaust kit replaces the restrictive factory muffler and single tailpipe on the 2004-2008 Ram 1500 and Ram 2500 to reduce exhaust backpressure and optimize scavenge efficiency on 5.7L V8 applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Dodge Ram 1500, Ram 2500 Exhaust Restriction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory exhaust routing on the third-generation \u003cstrong\u003eDR\/DH\u003c\/strong\u003e platform relies on a heavily baffled, chambered single-exit muffler paired with press-bent tubing. Under sustained load or towing conditions, the \u003cstrong\u003e5.7L HEMI V8\u003c\/strong\u003e produces excessive exhaust gas volume that encounters boundary-layer turbulence and thermal buildup at these pinch points. This restrictive design dampens acoustic scavenging and creates parasitic pumping losses across the mid-to-high RPM range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis system replaces the stock bottleneck with a high-flow Flowsound two-chamber muffler featuring a single 3-inch inlet split into dual 2.5-inch outlets. The paired tailpipes are manufactured from heavy-gauge aluminized steel with smooth mandrel bends to maintain constant cross-sectional area and laminar gas velocity. Tailpipes route cleanly under the rear chassis parallel to the frame rails, engineered specifically to clear factory-size spare tires and OEM receiver hitches on all wheelbase configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Flowsound 2-chamber muffler (single 3\" inlet, dual 2.5\" outlets)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2 aluminized mandrel-bent two-piece 2.5\" tail pipes (slip-together)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e8 muffler clamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 larger exhaust clamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e4 rubber-insulated hangers\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;\"\u003e2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500, Ram 2500\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;\"\u003e5.7L HEMI \/ DR\/DH\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;\"\u003e345 hp \/ 375 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;\"\u003eN\/A\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\u003e2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 5.7L V8 (Gasoline, Factory Single-Inlet Muffler Only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2004-2008 Dodge Ram 2500 5.7L V8 (Gasoline, Factory Single-Inlet Muffler Only)\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 DR\/DH Ram 1500, Ram 2500?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is designed for the 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Ram 2500 equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003e5.7L HEMI\u003c\/strong\u003e gasoline engine. \u003cstrong\u003eExcluded: Diesels, V6 or 4.7L models, and any trucks factory-equipped with dual-inlet mufflers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this system a direct bolt-on installation?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, this is not a direct bolt-on kit; an experienced installer may need to cut or fabricate adapter sections, and exhaust tips are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Dodge Truck Caliber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for the harsh thermal cycles and high-load demands of work trucks, this aluminized dual setup withstands heavy towing heat while delivering balanced backpressure control.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67562631627000,"sku":"DS-E4AZHL6V9","price":229.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/exhaust-kit-for-dodge-ram-1500-ram-2500-2004-2008-5-7l-1.jpg?v=1790987670","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/exhaust-kit-for-dodge-ram-1500-ram-2500-2004-2008-5-7l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}