Add on for more power when towing 2005 ram 1500 hemi.

[Leebert2005]

I tow a 26 foot trailer, and sometimes with couple motor cycles in the bed. I sure would like to be able to bolt on something that would give me more torque. Any ideas? Thanks in advance

 

[HemiLonestar]

Nothing bolt on is going to give you the power increase you're probably looking for. You can get a tuner to give it a little more pep in it's step, but at minimum a cam change (and the custom tuning to go with it) is in order.

 

[Fast69Mopar]

If you are serious about the whole "bolt-on" aspect, I would consider a centrifugal supercharger and a tuner with some custom tunes. Set it at about 6lbs. of boost and you will enjoys being able to tow with ease.

There aren't many options in bolt-on's that will give you the oomph that you probably want like @HemiLonestar said.

If you do some research you will find that there are several combinations of bolt-on parts and a cam change with a tune that can yield a significant gain in HP & Torque. It all depends on your budget.

If you wallet is a little light take @HemiLonestar advice and pick up a tuner. It will give you the most bang for your buck .

 

[PuffTheMagicDragon]

If torque is the goal, spend the money on some bigger gears. If you needed more torque on a bolt you’d use a breaker bar right...? Same idea. Leverage.

Edit: No idea how I missed ‘bolt-on’. But if you have a 3.21 rear axle, you can ‘bolt on’ a whole 3.92 axle for a good 20% extra torque. 3.55 to 3.92 is a 10% bump in torque. Either way, an axle swap is only a few bolts and brake lines and stuff if you get a used one from a pull a part place. My answer stands. Lol.

 

[Marley]

I think any 3rd Gen could use a regear if you have the 545RFE. Lol
But yes, I agree with ya'

 

[HemiLonestar]

If torque is the goal, spend the money on some bigger gears. If you needed more torque on a bolt you’d use a breaker bar right...? Same idea. Leverage.

Edit: No idea how I missed ‘bolt-on’. But if you have a 3.21 rear axle, you can ‘bolt on’ a whole 3.92 axle for a good 20% extra torque. 3.55 to 3.92 is a 10% bump in torque. Either way, an axle swap is only a few bolts and brake lines and stuff if you get a used one from a pull a part place. My answer stands. Lol.

I think any 3rd Gen could use a regear if you have the 545RFE. Lol
But yes, I agree with ya'

4.56's for the win lol