Brilliant Idea #7

"Vicente Esteve" (vicente-esteve)
04/27/2014 at 23:09 • Filed to: Brilliant Idea

2015 Ram SRT-10

I haven't written a Brilliant Idea since some time, so this one had to be something special. And what could be more special than a V-10 Powered 6 speed Manual single bed pickup. It amazes me that the Ram SRT-10 was ever put into production. For 2 Generations! It is just a slap in the face at things like ecological conscience, organic napkins, consumer reports, Prius tires, or hipster moustaches. It pretty much competes the title for the most absolute Badass truck with the SVT Raptor.

For 2013, the Viper got a full redesign and in the form of the 6th generation bringing much needed features like a non-pt-cruiser interior, and the oh-sometimes-important Traction Control/ESP. Also for 2013 the Ram received several updates. A new 8 speed with a ridiculous rotary gear knob, Ecodiesel engine, Uconnect etc. But why have these 2 concepts not been mated yet, as they have been in the past?

For the 2015 Ram SRT-10, you have the same single cab, bed cover, rear spoiler, all around skirts as the older models. Its tradition. In the inside fitted 2 performance seats from the GC SRT-8, and an elongated shifter from the Viper. Although a center seat would be nice, it is most expected to come with a console. Here is where you might disagree with me. The Viper has the biggest engine on the market 8.4 Litre V-10 producing 640 HP and 600 torques. Sometimes, too much power is just too much power. This is where I would reduce it to a less lethal number like 580-600, right there with the Velociraptor modified Ford Raptor. You can disagree 100% with my thinking, but keep in mind it will be managed through a 6 speed manual to the rear wheels that have virtually no weight over them.

With the added interior accommodations of the newest Rams, the brutality of the Viper, and the coolness of a V-10 Truck this would be one of the most amazing cars to be launched. Priced at 60-80K it may be a reach for most, but its so unique they might be able to sell enough to make it profitable. The biggest Issue I see with it? In what web page is it going to appear in? Rams, or SRTs?

DISCUSSION (17)

dogisbadob > Vicente Esteve
04/27/2014 at 23:15

Glad to see it still in production!

Also, don't forget the 4-door automatic version they used to have.

As to Ram or SRT website, probably SRT, as Ram is meant for work trucks. The Grand Cherokee SRT8 is on both sites, so maybe the truck will be, too.

I like how Chrysler made more brands as GM cut back.

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > Vicente Esteve
04/27/2014 at 23:17

Ram needs to do this so Chevy makes a Silverado SS with the Supercharged LT4 from the new Z06. We need more supertrucks.

7:07 > Vicente Esteve
04/27/2014 at 23:20

How about full power and AWD? Maybe with a transfer case. I'm trying to imagine a truck like this spanking little toasters at the auto cross.

Vicente Esteve > dogisbadob
04/27/2014 at 23:20

Hahah I just thought about it and got confused. But you are right, it would be in SRT. Sir Ralph Gilles stop drag racing your Viper and Listen!

Vicente Esteve > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
04/27/2014 at 23:21

THEN it would make GMC say you know what. All hell WILL break loose, and put a new Syclone.

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > Vicente Esteve
04/27/2014 at 23:23

But make that with the TTV6 from the CTS V-Sport.

Vicente Esteve > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
04/27/2014 at 23:30

Ive actually thought about making the new Syclone as another Brilliant Idea. Thats a good tip, ill be sure to put copyright infringement crap to your name sir

Vicente Esteve > 7:07
04/27/2014 at 23:31

AWD is very probable, but it would take some of the Hooliganism. Although if they went through the trouble of making it like Subarus where it can be RWD or AWD Then it would be awesome

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > Vicente Esteve
04/27/2014 at 23:35

It has to use full time AWD though. And screw a manual, just use the 8 speed the CTS uses.

Offer a single and double cab option, but no full crew.

Lower the truck to about a 1.5 inch gap between the wheel and fender.

Use a set of the 22 inch rims offered on the trucks.

Brembo brakes from Z/28

Recaros from Z/28

Manditory bed cover.

Dual exhaust out the back.

All this comes together to make the new Cyclone. Use all of this in your Brilliant Idea.

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > Vicente Esteve
04/27/2014 at 23:35

This. Make this happen.

Vicente Esteve > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
04/28/2014 at 00:01

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Logansteno: Bought a VW? > Vicente Esteve
04/28/2014 at 00:02

Kinja'd!!!

Vicente Esteve > sm70- why not Duesenberg?
04/28/2014 at 00:03

Im tweeting to Mr. Gilles like a mentally confused teen tweets to a Kardashian

Vicente Esteve > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
04/28/2014 at 00:06

Kinja'd!!!

6shelBfan6 > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
04/28/2014 at 01:37

And Ford needs to drop the 5.8 DOHC in the new, lighter F-150!

jkm7680 > Vicente Esteve
04/28/2014 at 06:26

This must be done. Viper engine, 6 Speed, Badasssery.

Vicente Esteve > jkm7680
04/28/2014 at 07:34

Its a no brainer!!