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Old 02-06-2006, 01:14 AM
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Hey..im new to the forums. Im 16 and Just took over my dads 2000 Ram 1500 auto.. its got 86k miles but still running.
Anyway I was just wondering what performance mods. will really wake it up? I searched eveywhere, just looking for some ideas/opionions. Thanks
 
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are you lookin big time mods? or slight bolt ons?
 
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First go with exhaust, then get a K&N FIPK. A programmer will also help, like Hypertech or Superchips. Also could go with Headers next, or a Fastman TB.

Man I wish I had my truck GIVEN to me!!![:'(]
 
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gotta love the given trucks

mine will be given to me when i finish college. wish i had gotten it when i was sixteen.....
 
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Yeah..my dad's looking at the 05 1500 HEMI!
Also..I have seen exhaust like Flowmaster American Thunder, and the Magnaflow Catback..which one is best?
And what headers do you guys find to offer THE MOST performance while keeping it street legal? Thanks again, appreciate the help.
 
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Old 02-07-2006, 12:58 PM
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Is the truck a 5.2L or a 5.9L? ext. cab or reg? Start with the simple mods...

I am running 3" gibson exhaust, k&n cold air intake and headers on mine...


I honestly think the intake helped the most... followed by the exhaust... The headers did a good bit for me but I am having a hard time remembering that because right now I am losing power out of them thanks to a crack I've developed...
 
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It's a 5.9 quad cab. Im planning on takin out the back seats to make room for some SUBS
What is the best exhaust out there for this model? Just wondering your opinions...
 
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so you know you don't have to take out the back seat for some subs. i've got two ten's in mine and they thump really well and clear. i'd recommend going and checking out www.hifisoundconnection.com they have some pretty good deals on stuff. and they have custom fit boxes for ten's 12's and specific vehicles. i wouldn't recommed sending them a check though took long time to get my sub box that way, credit card is probably half the time. only took about a week and a half anyway though.

they are a good company and have a very good customer service department.
 



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