Hi everyone,
My boss has a SS/T Dadge Ram and he says with all of his mods he would be able to smoke my 2001 lightning when I get it. I said there is no possible way but he keeps insisting that it would. I can't wait to smoke his ***, it will be pretty funny. Just curious but does anyone know the specs on a SS/T Ram and what the HP is right off the lot?


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2001 SVT Lightning ordered

 

Start looking for a new job now 'cause you're going to kill him.

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'99 L, JL Stage II Ram Air, Bassani cat-pipes, Borla cat-back, R9 Superchip, Cal-Tracs, Chassis Tech 2" drop shackles, Water Wetter

'93 Cobra, 1 5/8" FMS shorty headers, 2 1/2" Mac cat-pipes, Borla cat-back, 180 degree thermostat, 4" ram air, 3.55 gears, March pulleys, strut tower brace, Kenne Bell flip chip, Crane Hi-6 ignition, Crane coil, Global West Trac-Link, Hurst chrome shifter, Canton oil pan, BFG g-force kd tires

 

Don`t know how true these are but a SS/T website boasted these numbers for the 96-98 models..????

I agree with BlueOvalBolt


Horsepower: 250 hp @ 3800 rpm
Torque: 315 ft. lbs. @ 3800 rpm
Acceleration: 0-60 @ 7.27 sec.
1/8 ET @ MPH: 9.8 @ 72.4
1/4 ET @ MPH: 14.87 @ 94.7
Figures may not be accurate.

Here is a more accurate description of a 1997 model and options etc
1997 Dodge Ram SS/T Dimensions
Wheelbase: 118.7 inches
Pickup Box: 6.5 feet
Overall length: 199.9 inches without rear bumper, (204.1 with)
Overall height: 71.9 inches empty
Maximum width at outside fender: 79.3 inches
Front of box to end of open tailgate: 99.9 inches
Overall length of box: 82 inches
Tailgate height: 19.4 inches
Box floor to top of cab: 42.3 inches
Width between box wheel housings: 50.0 inches
Maximum width at floor: 64.2 inches
Maximum width opening: 60.4 inches
GVWR: 6400 lbs.
Payload: 2135 lbs.
Front Axle: 3650
Rear Axle 3900
Tranny: Dodge 46RE (4spd auto/overdrive)
26 gallon fuel tank standard on short box models
CONTENTS_________________________CODE
Ram 1500 Regular Cab shorted 4x2 BR1L61
5.9L Magnum V8/4-Speed 26G
Laramie SLT Package ASP
Super Sport Truck Performance Package AGL
5.9L V8 with +10 horsepower
(245 hp@4,000rpm &
335ft/lb torque@3200rpm)
Monotone paint treatment
(Black 6F2, Emerald Green 6FB,
Flame Red 6F8 or Bright White 6FA
& Interior Color Mist Gray **C3)
Contrasting "Skunk Stripes" with SS/T logo
17 inch American Racing Wheels
17 inch Goodyear Eagle GTII Tires
Sport tuned exhaust with chrome tip
Super Sport Truck Performance Package MSRP (over Laramie SLT) $1,360




AVAILABLE OPTIONS_________________CODE
Axle Ratio (STD 3.55, OPT 3.92) DMH
Axle -- Sure Grip DSA
Brakes -- 4 Wheel Anti lock BGK
Bumper -- Rear Step Color Keyed, replaces
standard valance panel (roll pan) MBQ
Floor Carpet --Delete CKQ
CA/MA/NY Emissions NAE
Border States Emissions YCF
Engine Block Heater NHK
HD Service Group ADJ
Leather Interior Group AJD
AM/FM Stereo Cassette w/Graphic Equalizer RBN
AM/FM Stereo CD w/Graphic Equalizer RBR
Seat -- 6 Way Power Driver JPS
Trailer Tow Group (Requires MBQ Rear Bumper) AHC
Travel Group AWK
Dual Lighted Visors GNC
Window -- Sliding Rear GFD



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[This message has been edited by 2000FordStyle (edited 02-05-2001).]

 

with the 5.9L motor, they make 245hp. Very Very rare, but an option, is the RT package which will bump them to 300 hp from the dealer.

Tell this walking corpse to bring it on. Only way he'll win is if you miss 5th gear...oh wait, you won't so hez ssssssmoooked

 

I bought a SS/T off the lot in 1997. I had the 390 rear end gears, new exhaust and a K&N filter. The hp was around 240 or so. No ***** on the highway. Its a heavy truck with low hp. I sold it after 6 months and didn't miss it. All I can say is you'll have fun with him. What kind of mods does he have? Pile up some miles then leave him a pair of black stripes on the pavement to go with the ones on his hood.

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2000 Silver L
R9 Superchip
Airaid Filter system
2 2 Chamber Flowmasters
Alpine head unit
2 JL 10" subs
Boston 6.5 pro series speakers
2 400 watt alpine amps
Sullivan racing pedals
Clear corners
1993 Black SHO

 

Correction: I was referencing the "Dodge" Ram. Don't know about a "Dadge" Ram.

(just had to harass a little)

 

He has a chip, exhaust, and K&N filter. Sorry about the Dadge thing, I type a little too fast so most of the time I screw up. :P

 

Oh I forgot, a loud exhaust actually makes you faster.....


Two choices:
1. Being um...er...confident = Time to either look for a new job

--OR--

2. Play to his ego = Negotiate one heck of a raise IF you win. Make it hurt OFTEN


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Brake Late, Dive Deep

Speedin Bob
Owner/Operator/Pilot of the "Red Rocket" (your mileage may vary) Lightning #2504, 6/17/99
NLOC # 438
**pre-tuned for spring**
awaiting faster times
re-install of chipenfilter (JL horn and snorkel soon)
17" Expy rims with Comp T/A tires

2001 Summer setup
Shooting for 12's on street tires
JL Ram Air, JDM Chippage, Pulley (on the way), Driveshaft Loop (on the way), Keyless Entry, Retrax Bed Cover, Shackles, Wet Okoles, Mobil 1/FilterMag, Clear Corners (maybe tails)

[This message has been edited by Speedin Bob (edited 02-05-2001).]

 

Make your boss a friendly BINDING wager; whomever smokes whomever will have to display on the back window of their truck for a month, in very bold lettering, "I GOT SMOKED BY A LIGHTNING"

 

With those mods it will be a joke. I was only going to be worried if he dropped a Viper motor in it. I think you should tell him that you want to get a chip, filter and exhaust so that you can have a chance. Then it's time to find a new job.

 

I'm with BA...hit him where it hurts most...HIS EGO! Make a bet (signed or otherwise) making him put a banner on the back window! Too good!

DUCK

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November 18, 1999 We will not forget.
The fallen 12 will live in our hearts forever.
Fightin' Texas Aggie Bonfire 1999

 

Ive never seen one run in 14s stock,more like mid 15s.Ive seen one pull 14s with charger and every other bolt on.....These are sleds. NO COMPETITION!!!!!!!!!!!!He is better off racig its little brother the R/T dakota.Just like in real life,The little brother will kick its A$$ too............LOL

 

those things come with factory racing stripes. i don't know if our factory installed ground effects can compensate for the stripes, it's your job and your call.

 

If you think thats bad, I have a friedn that works with a guy that thinks he can 'hang' with me because he has the ram V10. "Same block as the Viper." Sure buddy, take another hit. Have no worries what so ever. When I ad my first encounter with a ram, I was actually a little timid, I didn't think I would pull on him that bad.

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99 Black Lightning
factory tonneau cover, 100k mile warrantee, Line-Xed
F150online.com R hp sticker mod in the mail. Where's it at?
2.145 60' 8.789@82.71 (1/8) 13.603@101.05 1/4 same run
straight pipes, 'Major' rear lights, no chip
Lightning!
Kills! More kills!

[This message has been edited by Tundra (edited 02-05-2001).]

 

I now own a 98 SS/T with some minor mods.Low 15s is pushing it.Can,t wait till my L comes in!