Description
5.9L Cummins Cold Air intake kit for 2003-2007 Dodge RAM 2500 / 3500 L6
The 5.9 Cummins Cold Air Intake Kit is designed to enhance the performance of your 2003-2007 Dodge RAM 2500 and 3500 with a 5.9L Cummins Diesel engine. This high-performance intake system increases horsepower, torque, and engine efficiency by optimizing airflow and fuel combustion. Made from durable aluminum piping with a washable, reusable filter, it provides long-lasting performance and reduces maintenance costs. Enjoy improved throttle response, a more aggressive engine sound, and up to 14 extra horsepower. The easy bolt-on installation makes it a perfect upgrade for diesel enthusiasts looking to maximize their engine's potential.
Fitment:
- 2003-2007 Dodge Ram 2500 with 5.9L Cummins L6 Diesel Engine
- 2003-2007 Dodge Ram 3500 with 5.9L Cummins L6 Diesel Engine
Specifications:
- Brand: Flashark
- Type: Cold Air Intake Kit
- Include 1X Performance Cold Air Intake
- Style: Heat Shield Cold Air Intake
- Color: Polished Pipe | Red Filter
- Material: Aluminum Piping
- Filter: Washable and Reusable
Features:
- Increased Engine Performance: Enhance your vehicle's horsepower and torque with our high-performance air intake system
- Improved Fuel Efficiency: Optimize fuel combustion and airflow for greater fuel economy and reduced emissions.
- Enhanced Engine Sound: Enjoy a deep, aggressive engine sound under acceleration with our specially designed intake system.
- Easy Installation: Simple bolt-on installation with included hardware and instructions, no special tools required.
- Compatible with OEM Sensors: Designed to work seamlessly with factory sensors and engine management systems for reliable performance.
- Long-lasting performance: The reusable air intake filter features dual-layer pleated cotton with filter oil to trap dirt and dust effectively. Requires cleaning only once every 100,000 miles, ensuring easy maintenance and reduced replacement costs
- Enhanced power: Cold air intake boosts engine performance by adding up to 14 HP and 13 ft-lbs of torque. Experience aggressive acceleration growls and smooth highway silence while maximizing cold, oxygen-rich airflow to your engine
- Typically, a cold air intake can add between 5-15 horsepower to your vehicle
If you like this cold air intake kit, please feel free to buy it; after purchasing, you can always contact us for a full refund if you don't want it;
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All the necessary hardware and instructions are included, simplifying the process for enthusiasts of all skill levels. Once installed, drivers can expect noticeable gains in performance and throttle response, complemented by a more aggressive engine sound that will surely turn heads.
2003–2007 Dodge Ram 2500 & 3500 5.9L Cummins Cold Air Intake FAQ
Q1: What vehicles does this 5.9 Cummins cold air intake fit?
A1: This Flashark cold air intake kit is designed for 2003–2007 Dodge Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trucks equipped with the 5.9L Cummins inline-six turbo-diesel engine. It can be used on compatible 2WD and 4WD trucks, including different cab and bed configurations. Verify the model, model year, and 5.9L diesel engine before ordering.
Q2: Will this cold air intake fit a 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 with the 5.9 Cummins?
A2: Yes. A 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 equipped with the 5.9L Cummins diesel is included in the listed fitment. This makes the kit suitable for owners searching for a 2006 5.9 Cummins cold air intake or a 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 cold air intake.
Q3: Does this intake fit both the Ram 2500 and Ram 3500?
A3: Yes. The kit is designed for compatible 2003–2007 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks with the 5.9L Cummins engine. The heavy-duty model designation does not normally change the basic underhood intake location, but the truck must have the correct 5.9L turbo-diesel engine.
Q4: Will this cold air intake fit a Dodge Ram 1500?
A4: No. This product is not listed for the Dodge Ram 1500. Ram 1500 trucks use different engine options, intake routing, mounting points, and sensor configurations. Owners of a Ram 1500 should select an intake specifically designed for their exact gasoline or diesel engine rather than attempting to adapt this Ram 2500 and 3500 kit.
Q5: Will it fit a 2007 Ram with the 6.7L Cummins engine?
A5: No. This intake is intended for trucks equipped with the 5.9L Cummins engine. Ram transitioned to the 6.7L Cummins during the 2007 model year, so a truck registered as a 2007 may have either engine. Check the underhood emissions label, VIN information, or engine identification before ordering.
Q6: What is included with the Flashark 5.9 Cummins cold air intake kit?
A6: The kit includes a polished aluminum intake pipe, a red performance air filter, a heat shield, couplers, clamps, mounting hardware, and installation instructions. The heat-shield design helps separate the filter from radiant engine-bay heat while replacing the factory intake assembly with a smoother airflow path.
Q7: How much horsepower can this intake add to a 5.9 Cummins?
A7: Flashark lists potential gains of up to 14 horsepower and 13 lb-ft of torque. Actual results vary according to engine condition, turbo condition, tuning, exhaust flow, elevation, ambient temperature, and testing method. On an otherwise stock truck, the most noticeable changes may be improved throttle response and louder turbo induction sound rather than a guaranteed peak power increase.
Q8: Is a cold air intake worth it on a stock 5.9 Cummins?
A8: It can be worthwhile for an owner who wants a reusable filter, a cleaner aluminum intake path, easier access for filter servicing, and more noticeable turbo sound. The factory intake can support many stock and mildly modified trucks, so an intake should not be treated as a dramatic power upgrade by itself. Its value becomes greater when the original airbox is damaged, restrictive, difficult to service, or used with supporting performance modifications.
Q9: Does a 5.9 Cummins cold air intake require a tune?
A9: No tune is normally required for a straightforward intake installation on a compatible stock truck. The system is designed to work with the factory engine-management components. A custom tune may help optimize a truck that also has larger injectors, an upgraded turbo, a performance exhaust, or other modifications, but it is not required simply to install this kit.
Q10: Will the intake make the turbo louder?
A10: Yes. The less restrictive aluminum tubing and open performance filter allow more turbo whistle and induction sound to reach the cabin. The difference is usually most noticeable during acceleration and when the turbo is building boost, while normal highway cruising should remain comparatively controlled.
Q11: Can this cold air intake improve throttle response and turbo spool?
A11: The smoother intake tube and larger filter can reduce restriction before the turbo, which may help the engine respond more quickly when accelerating or pulling a load. The amount of improvement depends on the condition of the original intake, air filter, turbocharger, intercooler system, fueling components, and supporting modifications.
Q12: Is the included air filter washable and reusable?
A12: Yes. The kit uses a washable and reusable dual-layer pleated cotton filter. Inspect it regularly and clean it whenever dirt accumulation begins to restrict the pleats. Trucks driven on farms, construction sites, gravel roads, or dusty trails will require more frequent maintenance than trucks used mainly on paved highways.
Q13: Does the reusable filter need to be re-oiled after cleaning?
A13: The product page identifies the filter as an oiled cotton filter, so it should be serviced with a cleaning and re-oiling product intended for reusable cotton filters. Apply only a light, even amount of oil after the filter has dried completely. Over-oiling can restrict airflow or contaminate nearby intake sensors, while under-oiling may reduce filtration performance.
Q14: Can a cold air intake improve fuel economy on a 5.9 Cummins?
A14: A reduction in intake restriction may support efficiency under certain steady-speed conditions, but an MPG increase is not guaranteed. Towing weight, tire size, axle ratio, transmission condition, injector health, tuning, speed, and driving style have a much larger effect on fuel consumption. Drivers who accelerate more aggressively to hear the turbo may not see any fuel-economy improvement.
Q15: Is this intake suitable for towing with a Ram 2500 or 3500?
A15: Yes. The intake can be used on daily-driven and towing trucks when it is correctly installed and maintained. Improved airflow may support throttle response while merging, climbing grades, or pulling a trailer, but the intake does not increase the truck’s factory tow rating. Owners should continue monitoring exhaust-gas temperature, transmission temperature, coolant temperature, boost, and filter condition during heavy towing.