A little dissapointed - Dodge Diesel

miketriton · 03-23-2005, 07:42 AM

Last night I installed the Ramifier. Started the truck and there is a very noticable difference in engine noise. The engine light came on and has stayed on. I drove the truck to work this morning (25 miles) and I had a hard time telling whether there was any difference in performance at all.

Anybody out there have the same experience?

blown32 · 03-23-2005, 07:52 AM

Must be a problem with the unit or the install. Did you check the pins in the connectors before you put it on (the Air Force drilled that one into my head when I was in missle maintenance)? Are all the connectors correct and tight? Any loose or unconnected wires? Never hurts to have a second pair of eyes check your work.

If all is well with the install, I would call dennis at TS performance for some assistance.

When I put the RAMifier on my truck, the change was big and right now! MPG went up a small ammount when my foot is not pressing to hard

Good luck, I think when you get it sorted out you will love this mod.

miketriton · 03-23-2005, 08:04 AM

I actually installed twice, the first time I installed the orange plug backwards. THe truck would not start so I looked really closely at the pictures and figured it out. The second time the truck started right up. I was very careful about checking pins due to previous posts on the subject.

miketriton · 03-23-2005, 08:05 AM

Any comments on increased engine noise and rough idling?

blown32 · 03-23-2005, 08:16 AM

You must have a problem with the box (I wonder if hooking it up backwards and applying power hurt it?) Give Dennis a call.

As for rough idleing - mine idles smoother with it installed

Increased engine noise - different but not increased

Let me know what you find out.

pquestad · 03-23-2005, 10:15 AM

i agree with blown32...the engine noise isn't louder...just different...and as far as the rough idleing goes...my engine runs smoother too..
my guess is that there is a wiring harness problem...either plugged in wrong...or the in cab **** is wired backwards...that wa the case on mine...once i switched the wires back...all was good

SAVOY1964 · 03-23-2005, 10:16 AM

I just installed Ramifer yesterday and felt a big difference in performance.

The engine sounds different but runs fine. Idles fine no difference there.

The only thing I really noticed was the EGTs run up much faster. I can see 1,400 to 15s on full throttle runs.

coobie · 03-23-2005, 01:10 PM

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Originally posted by miketriton
Last night I installed the Ramifier. Started the truck and there is a very noticable difference in engine noise. The engine light came on and has stayed on. I drove the truck to work this morning (25 miles) and I had a hard time telling whether there was any difference in performance at all.

Anybody out there have the same experience?

Had my Ramifier installed about 4 weeks ago,engine runs great,no engine noise and good performance.I would call dennis at TS performance,he is a good guy to deal with.coobie

miketriton · 03-23-2005, 01:27 PM

Just mailed the unit back to Dennis at TS Performance, you are right , good guy to deal with. The unit doesn't sound as though it is working properly based on all the posts. Many thanks for the input.

TXCatfish · 03-23-2005, 01:46 PM

Mike,
You'll enjoy it when you get it back. I returned an EZ in exchange for the Ramifier and like it much better than the EZ. In fact, the EZ made my engine clatter much more than the Ramifier. Also, it runs much better with the Ramifier. I'm running MT/R 305s and can seriously burn rubber (not that I can afford it) from a dead stop now.

Where are you in Houston? I'm in Seabrook. If you're ever around Kemah/Seabrook, give me a shout.

miketriton · 03-23-2005, 01:53 PM

I live up in Cypress, no way I could have burned any rubber. I cannot wait.

Hummin Cummins · 03-24-2005, 01:05 PM

What does a Ramifier do?

SAVOY1964 · 03-24-2005, 01:41 PM

The Ramifier changes the injector timeing and changes fuel rail pressure.

Hooks into two connectors near injectors.

HaulinBut · 07-05-2005, 07:29 PM

Just REinstalled my Ramifier after TS updated it with the "new board". Couldn't be more pleased with the unit, and TS customer service is fantastic!
Mike

blowin smoke 03 · 07-06-2005, 09:43 AM

I've had every rail box mad on my truck,except the new Quad Box,and all I can say is,if you was instand throttle response,Dennis is the man,and I've been very pleased with his box!!!!

03-23-2005, 07:52 AM	#2
blown32 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Cheyenne Wyoming Posts: 322 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	Must be a problem with the unit or the install. Did you check the pins in the connectors before you put it on (the Air Force drilled that one into my head when I was in missle maintenance)? Are all the connectors correct and tight? Any loose or unconnected wires? Never hurts to have a second pair of eyes check your work. If all is well with the install, I would call dennis at TS performance for some assistance. When I put the RAMifier on my truck, the change was big and right now! MPG went up a small ammount when my foot is not pressing to hard Good luck, I think when you get it sorted out you will love this mod. __________________ 2004.5 2500, 6 speed, 4x4, 3.73, LWB, HTT 62/65/13ss, AFE stainless exhaust manifold, 245/70/19.5s, Smarty POD, Banks high-ram, F&R MagTech covers, AEM dry-flow system, armothane rockers, 304 ss step bars (wife is 5'2"), Diamond Eye 5" to 4" duals, SRT10 piller and Autometer EGT, Boost gauge on steering colum, installed tow mirrors, spray coated Warn flares, flat bed, Curt 20K fifth wheel hitch, other do-dads, Powershot 2000 propane injection (still not installed, not sure I'm going to).

03-23-2005, 10:15 AM	#6
pquestad Registered User Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Boise, Idaho Posts: 60 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	i agree with blown32...the engine noise isn't louder...just different...and as far as the rough idleing goes...my engine runs smoother too.. my guess is that there is a wiring harness problem...either plugged in wrong...or the in cab **** is wired backwards...that wa the case on mine...once i switched the wires back...all was good __________________ 2004.5 Dodge 2500, Quad Cab, Laramie, SWB, Cummins 325/600, 2" Leveling Kit w/ 1" in Rear, 35 M/T's mounted on H2 Rims, Rhino Bed Liner w/ Diamond Plate Bed Rails, Custom 100 Gallon Fuel Tank , Custom Fabbed Nerf Bars, Husky Slush Mats, 36" Donaldson Exhaust (#MO85171), SRT Pillar w/ ISSPRO Tranny Temp Gauge, AFE PG7 Intake, Edge Juice w/ Attitude stacked with Ramifier, Warn Thin Line Flares, Suncoast Converter & Valve Body, & Walbro Lift Pump w/ Gauge.

03-23-2005, 10:16 AM	#7
SAVOY1964 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Mt. Clemens Posts: 155 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	I just installed Ramifer yesterday and felt a big difference in performance. The engine sounds different but runs fine. Idles fine no difference there. The only thing I really noticed was the EGTs run up much faster. I can see 1,400 to 15s on full throttle runs. __________________ 2003 Dodge 3500 SO White/Silver 45,000 miles, Line-x Bedliner w/Truxedo bed cover, 47re w/TQ converter, Valvebody mods, Tourque lock, 4.10, Triple Guage in dash, Filter Charger by K&N, Rokktech sensor mod, Vent mod. 1964 Plymouth Savoy White 2dr sdn. 499 stroked, Dominator, New Best9.67@138.3mph 1/4mile 2009 Dodge Challenger 5.7 HEMI White K&N Cold air kit, Billit oil catch can. 13.44@104.19

03-24-2005, 01:05 PM	#12
Hummin Cummins Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Schuylkill River Valley, Pennsylvania Posts: 344 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	What does a Ramifier do? __________________ Pennsylvania - the Tax Me State - and we're broke! 2003 2500 SLT RCLB 4x4 CTD HO 6spd 3.73 antispin Snow Plow Prep, Trailer Tow, Fog Lights, Slider Flame Red with Dark Grey interior Hood protector, running boards and flaps, tonneau and bed mat. 7500lb 2 horse rear ramp load trailer with quarters and dressing room (gooseneck).

07-05-2005, 07:29 PM	#14
HaulinBut Registered User Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 297 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	Just REinstalled my Ramifier after TS updated it with the "new board". Couldn't be more pleased with the unit, and TS customer service is fantastic! Mike __________________ 2004.5 Quadcab Graphite Grey Laramie 4X4 w/posi, 48RE, 3.73s, Loaded w/everything including GPS Radio, Ramifier w/ rheostat, shorty Aeroturbine, Scotty III, TAG, combo Boost/EGT gauge on pillar, Silverstar headlights and driving lights, Frantz Oil Cleaner, Snugtop, Bedrug. Did the Tone Ring Mod (Great) kitty missing, Billet TC, VB kit. Harold's turbo cooldown timer. Best vehicle I have ever owned. God Bless Our Country and Our Troops!

03-23-2005, 08:04 AM	#3
miketriton Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Houston TX Posts: 98 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	I actually installed twice, the first time I installed the orange plug backwards. THe truck would not start so I looked really closely at the pictures and figured it out. The second time the truck started right up. I was very careful about checking pins due to previous posts on the subject.

03-23-2005, 08:05 AM	#4
miketriton Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Houston TX Posts: 98 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	Any comments on increased engine noise and rough idling?

03-23-2005, 08:16 AM	#5
blown32 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Cheyenne Wyoming Posts: 322 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	You must have a problem with the box (I wonder if hooking it up backwards and applying power hurt it?) Give Dennis a call. As for rough idleing - mine idles smoother with it installed Increased engine noise - different but not increased Let me know what you find out.

03-23-2005, 01:27 PM	#9
miketriton Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Houston TX Posts: 98 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	Just mailed the unit back to Dennis at TS Performance, you are right , good guy to deal with. The unit doesn't sound as though it is working properly based on all the posts. Many thanks for the input.

03-23-2005, 01:46 PM	#10
TXCatfish Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Houston Posts: 8 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	Mike, You'll enjoy it when you get it back. I returned an EZ in exchange for the Ramifier and like it much better than the EZ. In fact, the EZ made my engine clatter much more than the Ramifier. Also, it runs much better with the Ramifier. I'm running MT/R 305s and can seriously burn rubber (not that I can afford it) from a dead stop now. Where are you in Houston? I'm in Seabrook. If you're ever around Kemah/Seabrook, give me a shout.

03-23-2005, 01:53 PM	#11
miketriton Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Houston TX Posts: 98 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	I live up in Cypress, no way I could have burned any rubber. I cannot wait.

03-24-2005, 01:41 PM	#13
SAVOY1964 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Mt. Clemens Posts: 155 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	The Ramifier changes the injector timeing and changes fuel rail pressure. Hooks into two connectors near injectors.

07-06-2005, 09:43 AM	#15
blowin smoke 03 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Alabama Posts: 119 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	!!! I've had every rail box mad on my truck,except the new Quad Box,and all I can say is,if you was instand throttle response,Dennis is the man,and I've been very pleased with his box!!!! __________________ 2003 3500 4x4 6 speed, TST,TS Rail box,ForcedInductions turbos,Ats 2nd Gen manifold,Smarty,Don's Flux injectors,Forced Inductions Fuel supply kit,Spec Twin Disk Clutch,5" Exhaust,265/75/17 bfg

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