Tech; Indy Factoid (& Ram general info)

RAM SPECS (4x2 R/C S/B)
Wheelbase: 119 inches
Pickup Box: 6.5 feet
Overall length: 199.9" with rear rollpan, 204.1" with bumper
Overall height: 71.9 inches empty
Maximum width at outside fender: 79.4 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 wheelhousings: 50.0 inches
Maximum width at floor: 64.2 inches
Maximum width opening: 60.4 inches
GVWR: 6400 lbs.
Payload: 2370 lbs.
Front Axle: 3650
Rear Axle 3900
Tranny: Dodge 46RE (4sp auto/overdrive)
26 gallon fuel tank standard on short box models

INDY SPECS
5.9L V8 with +15 horsepower 245bhp (base 360/230bhp)
Monotone paint treatment
White accent stripes
"Dodge" windshield graphic
17-inch American Racing Wheels
17-inch Goodyear Eagle GTII Tires
Sport-tuned exhaust with chrome tip(source of increased hp)
Commemorative Indy 500 Graphics (doors/tailgate)
(shipped uninstalled w/truck)
Indy Package $MSRP (over SLT Sport) $900

CONTENTS/PACKAGES/DEALER CODES


Ram 1500 Regular Cab shortbed 4x2 BR1L61
5.9L Magnum V8/4-Speed auto Laramie SLT 26G
Brilliant Blue exterior paint  PCH
Sport Package  AGG
Indy Package  AGJ

AVAILABLE OPTIONS CODES


Axle Ratio (STD 3.55, OPT 3.92)  DMH
Axle -- Sure Grip  DSA
Brakes -- 4-Wheel Antilock  BGK
Bumper -- Rear Step painted Blue, replaces
standard valence panel  MBQ
Floor Carpet --Delete  CKQ
CA/MA/NY Emissions  NAE
Border States Emissions  YCF
Engine Block Heater  NHK
HD Service Group  ADJ
Power Dual Bright 6" x 9" Mirrors  GPP
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

 
 

 

There were approximately 2802 Ram Indy Official Pace Trucks produced in early 96 at the Warren Michigan plant.  150 of these trucks performed various track duties at the May 26 1996 Indianapolis 500 race All trucks at the race were #'d from 1-150 in 3 locations.

 

 

 

Stripe Dimensions (On RM Indy)

 **NOTE** Hood stripes get wider front to back

Roof stripes get narrower front to back

Indy Stripe Spread                  Indy Stripe Width

Hood                                                   Hood  

5 3/4" @ rams head                           11" @ rams head

6 1/2" back of the hood                     11 5/8" at back of hood

Roof                                                    Roof

6 7/8" at the front                              11 3/4" front to back

6 3/8 at the rear                                  Tailgate

Tailgate                                              11 3/4"

5 3/4"

In 1998 all 5.9s increased their stock hp to 245hp/335trq. Prior it was only 230hp except for the Indy Pace trucks and SST which made 245hp since 96. 98 SST was rated for 250hp though no known changes were made.

 

ENGINE: 5.9-LITER MAGNUM®, OHV, SMPI V-8

Type & Description Eight cylinders, 90° V-type, liquid cooled, light duty
Displacement 360 in3 (5895 cm3)
Bore x Stroke 4.00 x 3.58 (101.6 x 90.9)
Valve System OHV, 16 valves 1.92in/1.62exh, roller followers, hydraulic lifters
Fuel Injection Sequential, multi-port, electronic
Construction Cast iron block & heads
Compression Ratio 8.9:1
Power (SAE net) 245 bhp (183 kW) @ 4000 rpm, (39.0 bhp/liter) 250 bhp (187 kW) @ 4400 rpm (41.5 bhp/liter) w/Sport Group
Torque (SAE Net) 335 lb.-ft. (454 Nom) @ 3200 rpm, 345 lb.-ft. (468 Nom) @ 3200 rpm (w/Sport Group)
Max. Engine Speed 5250 rpm
Fuel Requirement Unleaded regular, 87 octane R+M/2
Oil Capacity 5 qt. (4.7 L)
Coolant Capacity 20 qt. (19 L)
Emission Controls 3-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors, engine modifications*
Estimated EPA Fuel Economy (MPG City/Hwy) 1500 2WD: 13/17; 1500 4WD: 12/16 auto.
Alternator 117 A - std.; 136 A w/trailer tow, snow plow etc.
Battery Maintenance-free, 600 CCA - std., 750 CCA - opt.

* With automatic transmission in CA, system meets LEV (Low-Emission Vehicle) requirements.

Gear Ratios

1st 2.45
2nd 1.45
3rd 1.00
4th 0.69
Overall Top Gear Ratio 2.45 w3.55 axle and 2.70 w/3.92 axle

Info from  www.indyram.org , www.dodge.com, www.allpar.com , Haynes Shop manual and articles by Mopar Muscle plus Motor Trend & my Indy

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