I have had your Ram Air system on my car for a while now, and I recently made a web site. There is a little write up about your system, and your great customer service.

Please take a look at the site if you have time. http://www.angelfire.com/ga2/MyImpalaSS/index.html (it is case sensitive).

Thanks Alot

WADE

I have had a Ramit SS kit on my Impala since April, and I would just like to compliment you guys on the great kit that you have. Every time I pop the hood of my car I get so many questions on that intake. I love it. It is without a doubt the best kit available. It was very easy to install and it is definitely worth its incredibly low price. Oh yeah, I am in the process of making a webpage, would it be ok i I put a link to your site on it when I am finished with it. I would like everyone to know about your superior product and excellent service.

Thanks a lot,

Wade

NAISSO Digest:

Message #3
From: "Mitch Posner" <Grace_Industries@email.msn.com <mailto:Grace_Industries@email.msn.com>>
Subject: SRI vs. Ram-it: No comparison

List,
At our local LiSSt meeting Sunday, I saw the SRI system. It is mounted directly behind the radiator where the intake air is not a true cold-air intake and the air is not forced-in either. The better (and even cheaper!) system is the Ram-it system whereby the air is forced-in like a Ram-air hood (~$1000+!) and is a true COLD air system. These are the key ingredients in what makes up a better intake system for even less than the SRI! It is mounted underneath the radiator and through the front air dam. A duct directs the forced air to the TB. Although you have to be careful not to smack your front air dam, the product is without comparison. Again the benefits:
1) FORCED-in air

2) COLD AIR

Check it out:<http://www.ramairss.com>
In addition, Jim Callaway, the owner, is unsurpassed as far as a gentleman goes.
Mitch Posner

LiSSt

I have had my ramit on my 95 for about 6 months an thought I would give you an update. The car spends a lot of time on the highway and sees as much speed as safety will allow. I have bored out the MAFS body to 3in. but have not needed to add a fuel pressure regulator yet. Hypertec reprogram, transgo kit, 3:42 gears, pcv vent, throttle body heater hose removed and a few more small things. The car origionally had a 3" pipe and KN filter setup which was an improvement over the factory junk but the RAMIT is a big improvement over that, especially over 50mph. The response is very strong. I have been some heavy rains and have had no problems with ingesting water. The system was easy to install and is very durable if you use common sense about parking and steep drive ways. I am very impresed with the quality and performance of the product. It is the cheapest horsepower you can find.
Regards,
Maury Shepherd

Houston Texas

This is Phillp Burnworth from Ione Ca. I purchased your ram air kit back in May I believe.. And yes Iam having a very good time with it... Iam still working on web page on my car and showing the installation of the ram air system I hope to have it complete here soon... but here is the web address any ways...http://www.geocities.com/baja/cliffs/3747

Plus took it to the race track a while ago.. Hello, she's third of second faster and about 5 mph faster too... I still have to adjust my shift points down they were hitting for just split of second I that I fixed that.... doh!.. plus my reaction time could have been slower but oh well had a ton fun though.. Iam just glad she's in the 14 second bracket now... wahoo...

Well thanks for the fun catch you later....

Phillip.

I would like to extend a hearty thanks to you and the Ram Air system. I
ordered this a few weeks ago and it installed in less than an hour. Saw
a very noticeable change in the car after the install. Loving every
minute of it and so is the wife. Yesterday we took the car out and I
decided to let her drive my beaSSt . She was quite impressed with the
difference in responsiveness. She has driven the beaSSt in the past and
enjoy the drive, but quoting from her response, Damn is this what the
Ram Air did?" when I told her yes, she was actually happy that I made a
mod to the beaSSt. Thank you again for the great product.

I have one question for you. I was reading in the List Server that it
was said you are planning to make a chrome elbow for the ram air
system. I would like to get one of these if possible.

Thank you again

John Oliver

96 DGGM

Just wanted to drop a line to thank you for the ram-it air intake system. Installation was fairly easy even for someone that is all thumbs like me. Your instructions were fairly clear for the installation of the kit.

A common comment from my friends is "you did this air intake install all by yourself?" My co-workers especially were very impressed with how the system looks so good. There are two fellow Chevy owner's that I work with that were impressed with the air intake system. One drives a '92 Camaro Z-28 and the other a '84 Corvette. I don't konw how many other mods I will be doing to my '96 SS, but I feel after much research that I bought the best item I could purchase to improve performance. I notice improved throttle response and performance in the upper rpm range has improved a good bit. Thanks again, you can add me to your list of totally satisfied customers.

Ron Histand

"FAM VETT"

Hi Guys,
Just installed my RAM air on my 95 SS, all I can say is WOW !! I did not think it would work as well as it does. It took about 1 1.2 hours to install.
Any new products?
Steve K.
Millburn, NJ

Hey Guys,
I have a '95 GGM Impala SS and just got the Ramair kit installed last
night. You were right, what a difference. Since I already have changed
out the mufflers to a flow thru exhaust, it really lets me appreciate
the enhanced performance.

Now, I must say, I am not a mechanic by any means, but even I was able
to install the entire kit in just under 2 hours. It fit very clean, all
the parts were there, and the instructions were pretty simple to follow.

By the way, the scoop through the air dam is a pretty awesome sight. I
really didn't expect it to be as large as it is.

To all of you Impala SS owners ...... keep it in the RED !!!!!!!!!!!

I recently installed the Ram Air setup you sold me. I must say that I am
impressed with the kit and the improved performance of my Impala SS. The
acceleration at interstate speed is very noticable. I have found that my SS
now only knows two speeds, "Wide Open or Stopped". ( Regarding stopped, I
managed to get stopped since the install, "0-78 in a block" I was
told..."Wow"! ). Arresting evidence of your product as I have never been
stopped before (in this car)! The kit was easy to install and looks great!
Keep up the great work! Rob Goodsell

Can't say enough about your Ramit kit. This past weekend was the ImalaPallooza Impalafest sponsored by HoSS in Arlington Texas, and I took home the 1st place trophy in the Pro bracket. In at least two of the rounds, I won by overtaking the other car on the top end. I know this increase is due to your product as I had taken my car to the track prior to installing it and felt the "choking" effect of the stock intake at higher speeds.

Once again, many thanks for a great product, feel free to quote me in your advertising.

Sincerely,

Greg Brady

94 BBB

Ft Lauderdale, Florida

Just wanted to tell you how great your product works. I bolted it on in less than an hour and I'm definitely not a mechanic. It was good for 2/10's and 1 mph at the track. Very cost effective mod. My 94 is a daily driver and I've had no problems whatsoever with clogging or water etc.

Thanks

Greg Brady

NAISSO Digest:
Message #7
From: Scott Knight <sknight@mich.com>
Subject: Jim and Dal

Hey Gang,
Just thought I would put in my praise for Jim Callaway and his Ramit.
Not only is the product itself a worthy addition for a daily driven
Impala SS, the customer service is truly some of the best you will find
in any industry. It is rare enough to find people that are in the
business of making a product that you can hold a real conversation with,
but if you ever give Jim a call, you will quickly discover that he truly
likes his business and the people that he talks to. The only person I
have interacted with in recent memory that gives me as good a feeling is
the oft mentioned Dal.

Thanks to both of you, Jim and Dal, for not only providing great
service, but for being great people. Every encounter with either of you
two never ceased to amaze me.

Later dates.
- --
Scott Knight mailto:sknight@mich.com
http://www.mich.com/~sknight IRC:SS396man ICQ:8353618
'95 Black Impala SS
'95 Black Impala SS-crashed
'96 Black K3500 Extended Cab Duallie 7.4L Vortec
'94 Ducati 900SS CR

Just wanted to send you a quick message to let you know how much I enjoy
your system. I've actually wanted to drop you a line for awhile but
have been a bit busy. I have been following the discussions on the
NAISSO digest regarding the effectiveness of your system. I'm not a
rocket scientist or a jet pilot (unless the SS qualifies me as the
latter) but I think the RamAir is awesome. The look is all business and
the performance is immediatly noticeable. I can't wait until somebody
actually posts some before & after 1/4 mile times to settle the issue
once and for all. Again, thanks for the great product and service.

Regards,
Mitchell Brown
Sacramento, CA

HAIL Digest Thursday, September 4 1997
From: ImpalaCOP@aol.com
Subject: RAMAIR INSTALL

Thanks for the fast, proffessional install on the RAMAIR System at your shop
today. I really didn't expect the "on-the-spot-let's mount it and see how
she goes"service and was very pleasantly surprised. The system not only
LOOKS good, the performance change was SUPER!!!!.Smoked the tires when I
pulled out on US-290 in Jersey Village and got a nasty look from a P.D.
officer in a Crown Vic... (;-.
CheerSS,
Charlie Hamm ImpalaCOP@aol.com

P.S.
Jim told me today that he has shipped 60 units this week. HAIL members that
haven't seen an installed "System" can see one on JIM's car at his shop
('96 BBB). The RAMAIR is a real "slick" install. My wife even LIKES the
looks of the system.....she didn't really care much for the K&N hanging out
on some of the "other" induction systems

HAIL Digest Monday, From: ImpalaCOP@aol.com

Subject: Re: car show/rain/ramit/damnit
> IT RAINED LIKE A HURRICANE WAS ON US!!!!
Henry et al:
Rained all 82 miles back to Magnolia Sunday and it is STILL raining Monday
afternoon!! We did enjoy the "show". Layton and the Bayou City bunch did a
great job IMHO.

To the folks who asked about the RAMAIR and water "problems": I had an
opportunity to do a "real-life scare the fajitas outta me" test
today...running about 80ish to a call and I hit a BIG DEEP patch of water.
Water over hood, water over light bar and the Impala all over road, big
time hydroplaning<< Ed you were right--I do need better water tires, or
mabey just tires (-:>>
The SS did not miss a beat and when my heart started beating again I
proceeded on my merry way. If it keeps raining in Montgomery County
over-night I'll probably get the opportunity to cross a creek tomorrow and
see how the SS performs submerged. The SS the Navy provided me with did run
submerged quite nicely I might add (:c
CheerSS
Charlie & Andrea Hamm
ImpalaCOP@aol.com
CTRCM-US NAVY( RETIRED

NAISSO Digest: Message #5
From: John Hunt <jhunt@pts.mot.com>
Subject: RamIt in the Rain

For those of you worried about running your RamIt ram air in the rain:
No need to. We had some VERY heavy rains, a week ago Sunday, when I was
on my way to the Jet Car Nationals at Moroso in South Florida. Needles
to say, I turned back because I new they weren't going to run in this
weather. But anyway, the rain didn't bother the car one bit at my
moderate speeds. I was going between 0-50 through the hard down-poor. I
also ran through some fairly large puddles, though not deep enough to
submerge the snorkel (I wouldn't do that if I were you). Sorry, I can't
tetisfy to how it plows snow.
John Hunt
'96 DGGM "SS ORCA"
Ram'n it in the rain (with new carpet).

NAISSO Digest: Message #9
From: "Marc McGovern" <marc.calif@worldnet.att.net>
Subject: RamIt in the Rain

I also went thru torrential downpours the last few days with the RamIt on
my 96 DCM, including thru puddles and water sheeting down the freeway. No
problem. I do not go 80 mph at WOT in the rain, however.
Marc McGovern, Region of Doom.

NAISSO Digest: Message #12
From: Battle2Win@aol.com
Subject: RAMIT RamAir

Hi all
I klnow everybody is waiting to hear about this. So here it is. WOW What a
setup and only 1hour to install. Excellent performance. Really brings out the
BeaSSt in me. I don't think I'll be able to pull out of my garage with
anything less than WOT.
Welcome any questions about the system.
Ken
LiSSt Member
96 DCM - Flowmaster Cat-Back, Ramit RamAir, HPP+,160 Stat
More to follow

NAISSO Digest: Message #2
From: Chris Forbis <chris24@heart.net>
Subject: RamIt Mod Finished in Peoria!

SSers,
Today I finally finished my RamIt install. Several people have e-mailed
me asking about the install and the performance increase so I thought I
would just post this to everyone.

I'd like to point out that I put the SLP Air Foil in also. This seems
to be a toss up to most folks but after talking to Jim at RAS, I decided
I did the right thing. They have even considered adding an air foil to
the RamIt kit.

Anywhoooo. I took the car out of hibernation for ONE DAY. It was nice,
Roads were dry - some of the cinders, etc washed away with the thaw....
good enough. To the car wash we went... and GO WE DID!

I got to the stop sign at the corner - gave it some gas going around the
corner and the rear tires broke completely loose! I accounted this to
the cinders on the roads. Then I got about half way to town on a long
straight away and started trying to find the difference. I was cruisin'
at about 45 - punched it and WOW! Where did THAT come from. After
several stops I found that I can break the rear tires loose just about
anywhere under 35 MPH by punching it. Cool - but now I have a new
problem and more mods to buy. I gotta find a way to put this power to
the ground or I'll be on a first name basis with the tire guy.

Does everyone get this kind of performance increase by just changing the
intake? What will a new exaust do for me?

Overall I'm amazed at the difference. I was completely stock before and
these are the only two performance mods on the car. Well worth the
money. Unfortunately I can't credit the SLP air foil as I did not run
the RamIt without it. Hey, it's $40 but it can't hurt.

Chris says "Good Mod, Like Mod, Must Mod More...Mod Mod Mod...."

If I have traction problems now....wonder what it's gonna be like with
the B&M Shift Plus I ordered??!!!!

Sorry so long, I'm just a "Ramblin'" kind-a-guy tonight! <G>
- --
Chris Forbis - Playin' in Peoria!!! *NEW --> mailto:chris24@heart.net
96 BBB Impala Parts - Back together and it actually RUNS!!!!!!
HERD #78, HISS #15, NAISSO #3165

NAISSO Digest: Message #10
From: "Mitch Posner" <Grace_Industries@email.msn.com>
Subject: New K&N "cold-air" intake should've been colder

I have finished my investigation of the new K&N intake system as featured
at www.impalaclub.com and here are my findings:

The new K&N "cold-air" intake is OK, but not as effective as a true
cold-air induction, or even better - a FORCED cold air-induction system.
This is much more desirable and costs about the SAME as the new K&N system.

The K&N system's apparatus is similar to a TeamSS pipe who's inlet pipe is
still UNDER the hood, taking air in from near the driver's side headlight.
This is the same location as the stock air-box. There are two things the
K&N has going for it:

1) Insulated air-intake housing
2) Increased air-flow over stock

HOWEVER, a cold-air induction system (like Evergreen or AS&M) OR the even
better FORCED cold-air induction system (like Ram-it) is greatly enhanced
by the very effective properties of a(n):

1) "True" cold air-intake on both systems
2) Insulated air-intake housing with a FORCED cold-air induction (on
Ram-it ONLY) as a result of the air being caught forwardly from under the
radiator as the car is being driven. The Ram-it is similar in price to all
the other systems and is MUCH cheaper than a similarly equipped Ram-air
hood costing ~$1000!

I had hoped the K&N system was a true cold-air intake. However, it's still
a much better system than a simple intake pipe but not as good as the
others of similar cost with MORE features/advantages. For overall price,
effectiveness and features, the Ram-it will serve the absolute best
performance air intake mod there is. The Ram-air hood will do likewise,
but the cost is unjustified.

That's the "scoop", pun intended FWIW,
Mitch Posner

NAISSO Digest: Message #2
From: Frank Halley <Frank@SoCalSS.org>
Subject: Ram Induction

Greg Sullivan was kind enough to loan me a very nice vacuum gauge last
summer so we could test the Ram-Air system at the 1/4 mile strip at
Pomona.

I hooked the gauge to the hole in the filter box which normally holds
the OptiSpark vent tube.

In 1st gear, I had vacuum at WOT like I expected. I was very surprised
to see the vacuum go to zero before the 2-3 shift. Since the gauge was
a vacuum gauge, I do not know how much positive pressure I was getting.

There definately is ram induction from the intake.
- --
Frank Halley
'95 DCM
mailto:Frank@SoCalSS.org

Message #4
From: "Mitch Posner" <Grace_Industries@email.msn.com>
Subject: Ram-air works WELL, even with two bends!

Gary said:
- -------------
If you doubt the positive effect of ram air on your intake stick your hand
out
the window at 60 mph or faster. It's one of those incremental improvements
that doesn't cost a lot.
- ------------
Exactly my point. No other air-intake system is as efficient (except the
Ram-air hood at ~$1000). The air in both cases is being forced into the
throttle body around the speed you're going +/- 20%. The SMALL velocity
loss is due to the two bends inherent in the Ram-it system. It looks like
an "S". The bottom of the "S" is at the bottom under the radiator in the
center air deflector. the top of the "S" goes into the throttle body.
HOWEVER, the flow is so fast that it overcomes these obstacles well. This
leaves VERY little time for the air to get warm at all and remains
relatively as cold as when it entered! This is not as evident as when it
is NOT forced in like other systems. These include those systems that take
air in from the outside or from under the hood. The FORCED IN OUTSIDE air
of the Ram-it doesn't leave much room for the air to get warm at all.

Again, even with the bends in it, the velocity overcomes them. All for the
same or perhaps less money than the other "true" cold-air intakes that are
a NOT forced air-induction system like the Ram-it!

Sincerely,
Mitch Posner

NAISSO Digest: Message #10
From: PhntmSS <PhntmSS@aol.com>
Subject: Exaust, Ram It, ideas?!?

hey everyone....

2)Ram-It....I noticed quite a bit of "seat of the pants" horsepower. Seemed to
work well during low speeds, but the highway is where I noticed the most gain.

Bruce Mangan
95 DGGM
Ram-It, Mobil 1 5W-30, Mobil 1 cap, loud sounds-like-a-cigar-boat/deep-V-racer
exaust :)

NAISSO Digest: Message #6
From: Cardargd@aol.com
Subject: Re: Ram Air
<<
4.) Do cold air kits really make a big difference in acceleration? I have
no baffles on the engine now--is a cold air kit going to flow that much
better than my current setup?--they're pretty damn expensive!
Thanks in advance,
Guhan Raghu
graghu@notes.cc.bellcore.com
Whippany, NJ
95 DGGM, AS&M injector covers, 1LE Elbow, Sewer Pipe, Autometer tach on
A-pillar >>

Guhan,

The cooler the air source and the less restrictive the air source the better.
Assuming your current set-up also includes a K&N "drop-in" you should get
better performance from a ram air type system.

- - higher flow rate filter than the "drop-in" K&N
- - cooler air source (no mix of under-hood heated air and outside air)
- - benefit of "ram" air pressure from high pressure area at the air dam
- - probably better gas mileage as a side benefit from easier breathing IMO

I've been running the Ramit system for a few weeks now and really like it.
Haven't been to the track yet to see what the time slips say. It really
seems to kick in after 50 mph. As far as cost, compared to other mods being
bantered about this is a real value in $/horsepower.

Gary Cardarelli /WAIL
95 DGGM
cardardg@aol.com

NAISSO Digest: Message #7
From: "Mitch Posner" <Grace_Industries@email.msn.com>
Subject: Ramit "FAQ"

Dutch asks:
- -----------------
a. How easy is the installation [ramit system] to do if you're all
thumbs and
knuckles under the hood? Special tools? Time required?>>

NO special tools required. Time should be about 20 minutes. See ramit's
website at:
http://www.ramairss.com
for the list of EASY installation instructions!

b. Once installed, how easy or difficult is it to change/service
the filters?>>

As easy as swapping out a traditional K&N - only with SIMPLE (not
"special") tools.

c. The information at the Ramit web site claims an increase of
20-30 hp. From your experiece, is that realistic?>>

Depending on the climate (humid, hot, etc) where you live and other
influences (throttle body mods, etc.) this is VERY possible since you are
FORCING COLD AIR in with this system and moving a VERY LARGE VOLUME OF AIR
in which the K&N allows for! This is by far the most economical and
efficient system on the market today!!!

d. Why the spread of 10 hp when the system is designed
specifically for Impala SSs?>>

(see "c")

e. Often when pulling into a parking space the stock air dam under
the front bumper scrapes on the top of the curb. Will that cause damage
to the Ramit air scoop?>>

Hey, it's not bulletproof <G>!! It is a decently strong piece of plastic,
but watch where you are going! Being the most economical and efficient has
its drawbacks !!

I truly enjoy doing the most I can for any and all members in general.
Sincerely,
Mitch Posner

Message #13
From: Mike Reade <reade@us.ibm.com>
Subject: ramit questions

I've responded to a few questions directly about my Ramit opinions and
experiences with long answers, but Dutch asked some direct questions that
perhaps could be worth some bandwidth.

a. How easy is the installation to do if you're all thumbs and
knuckles under the hood? Special tools? Time required?

Piece of cake! Less than an hour if you're good, 2-3 if you're me.

b. Once installed, how easy or difficult is it to change/service
the filters?

Not bad, just loosen the clamps on the canister and the elbow at the TB, and
lift.

c. The information at the Ramit web site claims an increase of
20-30 hp. From your experiece, is that realistic?

Just SOTP data here, but the big difference was in passing mode. Nail it at 40
MPH and wow! 100 comes up pretty quick. I'm sure it's good for some HP esp.
when
its ramming and not sucking. <ooohh... careful with that one!>

d. Why the spread of 10 hp when the system is designed
specifically for Impala SSs?

Not for me to answer!

Anyone feel free to email me privately for a full length version of these
answers - but don't expect a Scott M.-level
of knowledge. I'm just havin' fun...
Mike Reade

NAISSO Digest: Message #13
From: Chris Kozlowski ;chris.kozlowski@citicorp.com&
Subject: Ram Air Specialists intake

I would like to contribute my comments on the Ram Air Specialists intake
for the Impala SS (see http://www.ramairss.com) and the company. While it
took them some time to ship the thing to me, the craftsmanship is supreme
and the kit is absolutely complete. You need nothing of your old intake,
it even comes with a boot for the throttle body - no 1LE elbow necessary!
The boot is an AC Delco part... so the system is nice, it feels
considerably better, especially at high speed, than my ole 3.5" pipe and
K&N combo. Unfortunately, I was not careful, and rammed my air dam into a
high slope at a gas station the first day I got it, with incredible force
tearing the bottom of the scoop off (it doesn't change your ground
clearance, BTW - it was utterly my fault :-( ) Needless to say, I was
unhappy. But I called Ram Air Specialists and they offered to send me
replacement canister and scoop for just the price of shipping! So they
come recommended by me now. <grin> I just thought I would share that with
you, and if you have any questions let me know.

NAISSO Digest: Message #12
From: Mike Reade <reade@us.ibm.com>
Subject: Ramit: more good SS people

A few weeks ago I posted my satisfaction with John Leblanc/MBA products. Then,
a few days ago I posted my latest catastrophe with my Ramit (close encounter
with a nasty curb). Now I'm here to tell you another good story.... but first,
Steve Scott beat me to it. He said:

The guys at Ram Air Specialists were great. I wrote them last night
about the Ram-It and I had an email today telling me a VERY Good
replacement cost. It's nice to know some of the companies out there
still belive in Customer Service. If anybody is still looking for an
induction system definetly check them out http://www.ramairss.com

Well, not long - less than a day - after MY post, Jim at RAS sent me a note.
He had seen my story on the digest and offered me a sweet deal to replace my
damaged parts. Yet another example of good customer relations! My image of
the surly auto parts dealer is fading away, and being replaced by PEOPLE who
share our enthusiasm for our cars and enjoy helping us get the most from them.
"People" is emphasized because that is who you develop relationships with, not companies.

As a marketing person, this is what gets me all mushy.
Mike Reade