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The diagrams are great. If you have a stand alone trans there are Ram 2500/3500 manual trans pcm's available using only three of the plugs (C1, C2and C3). An Automatic pcm can be flashed with manual software, but there can be tuning issues. (been there with a 03 auto pcm) When doing a retro...

I realize this is a old thread, but just to bring it forward a little. I have a A518/46RH in my hemi powered 2003 Ram replacing the 545RFE. It is as close to plug and play as it gets using the Ram cross member and driveshaft..

Joe, you da man! You've provided great support.. Thanks,

w2 stroker, you are in luck! The three manifolds I know about were shipped out quickly. You should have yours on by the weekend. Make sure to post pictures... :cheers:

I got mine from Jegs but they look the same. Keep in mind my rails are Modern Muscle fuel rails and are 3/4" in diameter. I would measure your rails and confirm their diameter before ordering.

I have no experience with the other manifolds, but I can say I have excellent drivability and transition into boost is smooth. I believe the manifold has excellent low end torque. My engine has a pretty good cam and BV heads and idles better than it did with the OEM manifold. This is using a 03...

Not an A Body but as a 46RH trans running Joe's manifold and a Paxton S/C.

If you tend to pull your engine apart somewhat often then I would recommend studs. They can be reused and are stronger and pull down smoother than OEM. The initial cost is higher but being able to reuse them makes up for it quickly. I use ARP and can't say anything about other brands.

With no crank sensor signal the ASD shuts down in 3-5 seconds turning off the fuel pump, injectors and coils.

That looks like a 26" tall tire. At 60mph with a 4:10 = 2580. With a 3:73 it would be 2341 and 3:55 is 2228. Looks to me a 3:55 would work for you.

Hate to sound contrary, but what we have found with the heavier trucks is that the hemi likes 2100-2300 at cruise and gives the best fuel mileage in that range if running free, meaning not pulling extra weight. The lower rpms cause the engine to lug a little and needs more pedal to accelerate or...

The 545RFE has a lockup converter. ie no slippage at cruise. How tall are your tires?

You can do the math, but the 545RFE has a 0.67:1 5th gear and will live nicely with a 3:90 gear.

I found my hemi likes 2200 this is 65mph with 4:10 gear, 29 inch tires and A518 trans.

Those are Summit 12AN Stainless Steel cable clamps. They are stiff and hold the rails tight.