S&B 76-1014 Intake Elbow (2007.5-2018 6.7L Cummins)

Fitment

Built for 2007.5-2018 Dodge Ram and Ram 2500 and 3500 pickups with the 6.7L Cummins. That covers both engine generations in this range, the 2007.5-2012 trucks and the 2013-2018 trucks. Note: Does not fit Cab & Chassis Trucks. On this engine, chassis cabs generally need their own versions of intake parts, so if you have a Ram chassis cab, this is not your elbow. Verify by VIN or call us before you order. For everything else we carry for this engine, see our Cummins parts and intakes.

Why this part

The factory grid heater sits in the intake elbow at the manifold inlet, and the OEM system holds it with two nuts that commonly loosen over time. Once loose, they can enter the combustion chamber and damage the engine, which is why the factory grid heater is known for causing catastrophic engine failure. On 2010-2018 trucks the documented failure is the grid heater fastener dropping through the intake manifold into cylinder 6. Warning signs are a knock and heater codes P2609 or P0542, and it typically shows up after 40,000 miles. The grid also cakes with soot in normal use, and the factory intake horn restricts flow.

S&B's fix has two parts. The billet S&B Grid Heater Delete Plate removes the factory grid heater, and the S&B Intake Air Heater replaces that setup with a far more reliable coil-style heater, so you keep cold-start heat without the loose-nut risk. The coil design also minimizes airflow restriction. Then the elbow itself is significantly larger than the factory elbow, which cuts restriction and increases the volume of air reaching your engine. S&B rates it at a 59.70% airflow improvement. More air through the elbow improves turbocharger and engine efficiency, and S&B points to faster throttle response, decreased turbine backpressure and lower exhaust gas temperatures, whether the truck is a daily driver or tows heavy loads.

S&B spent years engineering and designing this elbow. The team used CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) simulations, rigorous flow bench testing of both 3D-printed and machined prototypes, and extensive on-road testing. S&B calls the result the highest-flowing 6.7L intake elbow on the market and one of the best available, with real-world performance and proven durability.

What you get

The kit comes complete with everything you need to prevent grid heater bolt failure and swap in the larger elbow:

• S&B Intake Elbow
• All New OEM Gaskets
• Coil Style Intake Air Heater
• 59.70% Airflow Improvement
• S&B Billet Grid Heater Delete Plate
• All Hardware & Components Needed For Installation
• New Cylinder #1 Fuel Line To Accommodate The Larger Elbow

Installation notes

S&B engineered the kit with every detail accounted for, so installation is straightforward, and S&B provides a step-by-step installation video to help you get the job done right the first time. Because the elbow is larger than stock, the kit includes a new cylinder #1 fuel line to accommodate it.

Installation Tech Tip: The MAP sensor on this truck is mounted to the back of the intake elbow, which you will be replacing with the S&B piece. Replacing the MAP sensor is not required for this install, but soot buildup over time can affect sensor accuracy by interfering with the pressure and temperature readings. For that reason, many owners take the opportunity to inspect, clean and replace the MAP sensor if necessary. Also plan for access: aftermarket intake horns can make the engine-mounted fuel filter cap harder to reach.

About S&B

S&B Filters has been around since 1975 and works out of Fontana, California. Its diesel parts cover Powerstroke, Cummins and Duramax trucks, with a smaller range for the 3.0L EcoDiesel, and the line includes intake elbows, intercooler pipes and boot kits. We carry it because the parts fit the trucks we work on every day.

Frequently asked questions

Will this fit my Ram chassis cab?

No. The 76-1014 does not fit cab and chassis trucks. It is built for 2007.5-2018 2500 and 3500 pickups with the 6.7L Cummins.

Do I lose my cold-start heater?

No. The billet delete plate removes the factory grid heater, but the kit includes a coil-style intake air heater that takes its place. You keep a heater, without the two factory nuts that can loosen and drop into the engine.

Do I need to replace the MAP sensor?

It is not required. The MAP sensor mounts to the back of the elbow you are removing, so it is a good time to inspect and clean it, since soot buildup can throw off its pressure and temperature readings. Replace it only if it needs it.

Questions on fitment? Call the shop at the number in the header. We install everything we sell.