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Candy Chrome Bastion
2009 Dodge Ram 1500 5.7 Hemi
Candy Chrome Bastion transforms the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 5.7 Hemi into an ultra-widebody DUB showtruck that commands attention through refined craftsmanship and bold presence. Its expansive trapezoidal front fender flares and bulbous rear haunches amplify the Ram’s muscular silhouette while maintaining clean, factory-inspired lines. The meticulously engineered front bumper and hood panels integrate billet aluminum and carbon fiber, blending aggressive aero elements with polished chrome detailing that elevates the truck’s urban luxury appeal.
The build rides on staggered 24-inch forged ROH Detroit wheels wrapped in low-profile Toyo Proxes 4S tires, set low on an adjustable air suspension that balances show-stopping stance with city drivability. Under the semi-transparent hood panels, the naturally aspirated 5.7L Hemi is subtly enhanced with polished intake components and refined thermal management, emphasizing a sophisticated, high-end ethos rather than raw power. The deep candy chrome ruby paint with heavy metallic flakes shifts dynamically under light, anchoring the truck’s status as a premier DUB culture statement.
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Technical Dossier
Platform
2009 Dodge Ram 1500 5.7 Hemi
The 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 5.7 Hemi is a bold expression of American pickup power, marrying robust capability with unmistakable muscle truck character. Underneath its commanding stance lies a tried-and-true ladder frame chassis and a potent 5.7-liter HEMI V8, delivering torque and horsepower that's performance-ready yet versatile enough for daily work or weekend adventures. It's a platform that embodies raw strength and rugged engineering—a modern classic foundation for builders who value authentic muscle and utility without compromise.
Aero Package
160mm horizontal front splitter with dual 100mm upward angled dive planes
Integrated LED daytime running lights within chrome-framed diamond mesh grilles
Rear diffuser extending 130mm downward with four polished aluminum vertical fins
1520mm satin titanium carbon fiber rear lip spoiler angled 8 degrees upward
Chassis
The truck’s track width is significantly widened—230mm front and 260mm rear—complemented by an adjustable air suspension system lowered to an 85mm clearance. This setup provides an aggressive stance optimized for show presence while retaining manageable urban drivability, epitomizing the DUB culture’s emphasis on bold fitment and refined execution.
Wheels & Tires
Forged ROH Detroit 24x9.5 front and 24x12 rear multi-spoke polished wheels
Custom 305/25ZR24 Toyo Proxes 4S tires with low-profile black wall finish
Staggered widebody fitment with track width increased by 230mm front, 260mm rear
Adjustable air suspension lowered to 85mm ground clearance
Powertrain
Naturally aspirated 5.7L HEMI V8 retained with enhanced polished aluminum intake components
Semi-transparent hood panels showcasing intake and thermal management details
Side-vented faux intercooler panels integrated into widened lower fender areas
Backend heat extractor vents on hood bulge flanks for improved engine bay ventilation
Fabrication Notes
Three-piece billet aluminum hood with 600mm raised bulge and asymmetrical ventilation slots
Seamless integration of widebody flares into OEM door sills via recessed stepped channels
Composite panel extensions on tailgate blending into widened rear quarters
Polished chamfered edges on widebody flares and billet panels for refined transitions
Design Philosophy
Candy Chrome Bastion transforms the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 5.7 Hemi into an ultra-widebody DUB showtruck that commands attention through refined craftsmanship and bold presence. Its expansive trapezoidal front fender flares and bulbous rear haunches amplify the Ram’s muscular silhouette while maintaining clean, factory-inspired lines. The meticulously engineered front bumper and hood panels integrate billet aluminum and carbon fiber, blending aggressive aero elements with polished chrome detailing that elevates the truck’s urban luxury appeal.
The build rides on staggered 24-inch forged ROH Detroit wheels wrapped in low-profile Toyo Proxes 4S tires, set low on an adjustable air suspension that balances show-stopping stance with city drivability. Under the semi-transparent hood panels, the naturally aspirated 5.7L Hemi is subtly enhanced with polished intake components and refined thermal management, emphasizing a sophisticated, high-end ethos rather than raw power. The deep candy chrome ruby paint with heavy metallic flakes shifts dynamically under light, anchoring the truck’s status as a premier DUB culture statement.
▧Platform+
2009 Dodge Ram 1500 5.7 Hemi
The 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 5.7 Hemi is a bold expression of American pickup power, marrying robust capability with unmistakable muscle truck character. Underneath its commanding stance lies a tried-and-true ladder frame chassis and a potent 5.7-liter HEMI V8, delivering torque and horsepower that's performance-ready yet versatile enough for daily work or weekend adventures. It's a platform that embodies raw strength and rugged engineering—a modern classic foundation for builders who value authentic muscle and utility without compromise.
⌘Aero Package+
160mm horizontal front splitter with dual 100mm upward angled dive planes
Integrated LED daytime running lights within chrome-framed diamond mesh grilles
Rear diffuser extending 130mm downward with four polished aluminum vertical fins
1520mm satin titanium carbon fiber rear lip spoiler angled 8 degrees upward
⟡Chassis+
The truck’s track width is significantly widened—230mm front and 260mm rear—complemented by an adjustable air suspension system lowered to an 85mm clearance. This setup provides an aggressive stance optimized for show presence while retaining manageable urban drivability, epitomizing the DUB culture’s emphasis on bold fitment and refined execution.
◎Wheels & Tires+
Forged ROH Detroit 24x9.5 front and 24x12 rear multi-spoke polished wheels
Custom 305/25ZR24 Toyo Proxes 4S tires with low-profile black wall finish
Staggered widebody fitment with track width increased by 230mm front, 260mm rear
Adjustable air suspension lowered to 85mm ground clearance
▤Powertrain+
Naturally aspirated 5.7L HEMI V8 retained with enhanced polished aluminum intake components
Semi-transparent hood panels showcasing intake and thermal management details
Side-vented faux intercooler panels integrated into widened lower fender areas
Backend heat extractor vents on hood bulge flanks for improved engine bay ventilation
△Fabrication Notes+
Three-piece billet aluminum hood with 600mm raised bulge and asymmetrical ventilation slots
Seamless integration of widebody flares into OEM door sills via recessed stepped channels
Composite panel extensions on tailgate blending into widened rear quarters
Polished chamfered edges on widebody flares and billet panels for refined transitions
×Design Philosophy+
Candy Chrome Bastion transforms the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 5.7 Hemi into an ultra-widebody DUB showtruck that commands attention through refined craftsmanship and bold presence. Its expansive trapezoidal front fender flares and bulbous rear haunches amplify the Ram’s muscular silhouette while maintaining clean, factory-inspired lines. The meticulously engineered front bumper and hood panels integrate billet aluminum and carbon fiber, blending aggressive aero elements with polished chrome detailing that elevates the truck’s urban luxury appeal.
The build rides on staggered 24-inch forged ROH Detroit wheels wrapped in low-profile Toyo Proxes 4S tires, set low on an adjustable air suspension that balances show-stopping stance with city drivability. Under the semi-transparent hood panels, the naturally aspirated 5.7L Hemi is subtly enhanced with polished intake components and refined thermal management, emphasizing a sophisticated, high-end ethos rather than raw power. The deep candy chrome ruby paint with heavy metallic flakes shifts dynamically under light, anchoring the truck’s status as a premier DUB culture statement.
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