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The moniker "RAMCHARGER" that Dodge used for the Super Stock Max Wedge 413 and 426 was the combination of two words: RAM for the induction system, commonly called a Cross Ram Induction (each 4bbl feeds the opposite side of the engine) as shown below though it did originate on the 1960 D500 Ram induction using the 30" long runners on each side with the 4 bbl carbs literally at the fenders edge.
The other term CHARGER is short for SUPERCHARGER which is what happens when using this type of setup. The fuel is literally "rammed" into the combustion chambers at a higher rate of volume than say twin 4 bbl carbs inline once the engine reaches the rpm point that the manifold has has been "tuned" for, in this case about 5800 RPM which was perfect for Drag Racing.
This induction system worked so well that it topped the 1964, 1965 and 1968 Race HEMI
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