Banks Power 42798-B Monster-Ram Intake Manifold System with High-Flow Grid Heater for 2013-2018 Ram 2500/3500 6.7L Cummins

The Banks Power 42798-B Black Monster-Ram Intake System is a complete performance upgrade for 2013-2018 Ram 2500/3500 pickups equipped with the 6.7L Cummins diesel engine. This comprehensive system dramatically improves airflow from the intercooler while preventing catastrophic engine failure caused by the factory grid heater.

Massive Airflow Improvement:

Developed using advanced CFD (computational fluid dynamics) software and extensively tested on the flow bench, dyno, and on-road, the Monster-Ram delivers an impressive 88% improvement in mass airflow over stock. The system flows 936 CFM (72.7 lbs/min) compared to the restrictive factory intake's 421 CFM (38.6 lbs/min). This increased airflow raises boost without increasing backpressure at the turbine, resulting in improved throttle response, enhanced fuel economy, and a more power-efficient engine with greater headroom for high-horsepower applications.

Prevents Grid Heater Failure:

The factory grid heater poses a serious reliability risk. Due to heat, vibration, and time, studs and nuts from the OEM heater grid can loosen, melt, and fall into the intake manifold. Thanks to the engine's 5-degree rake, these broken bolts roll downhill into cylinder #6, causing catastrophic engine damage requiring complete rebuilds. The Banks system eliminates this risk entirely while maintaining superior cold-start performance.

Complete System Includes:

• Black powder-coated cast aluminum Monster-Ram intake elbow/manifold with Banks logo
• 750-watt vertical coil-style high-flow heater (outperforms stock 670-watt heater)
• Custom-machined high-flow billet intake plate (replaces restrictive grid heater plate)
• Re-engineered #1 fuel line for improved clearance and airflow
• Four 1/8-inch NPT ports for sensors and data acquisition expandability
• All necessary hardware for installation

Key Features:

• Direct-fit replacement—no ECM tuning required, just bolt-on and go
• 50-state emissions compliant
• Dual-heat capable design (accepts optional second 750-watt heater for 1,500 watts total)
• Vertical coil heater design maintains cold-start functionality without restricting airflow
• Tested against all competitors—more than doubles improvement over closest competitor
• Premium cast aluminum construction for durability

Important Notes:

• This system is designed for pickup truck models only
• Not compatible with Cab & Chassis configurations
• Approximately 4-hour installation time
• Optional dual heater upgrade kit (Banks part 42830) available separately for extreme cold climates

The Banks Power 42798-B Monster-Ram transforms your Cummins diesel into a more responsive, efficient powerplant while providing peace of mind through elimination of the factory grid heater failure risk. Experience instant power, improved acceleration, and better fuel economy with this precision-engineered intake system.