Author: Jennifer Curcio

A chassis built for supporting 1,000 lb-ft of torque.

Supporting 1,000 lb-ft of torque | BANKS BUILT 11

The Banks team is working on a custom 1966 Chevy C20 pickup truck, known as LokJaw. They are collaborating with Roadster Shop to build a custom chassis that can handle the high torque output of the supercharged Duramax engine. The chassis is designed to be strong and durable, with features like a Watts link and custom reinforcements.

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Adventure Off-Road testing the Monster-Ram

Looking to upgrade your truck for off-road dominance? Adventure Off-Road in Huntington Beach, CA specializes in transforming stock vehicles into beasts with aftermarket parts, suspension lifts, and even power adders like turbos and superchargers. Their team of experts, led by industry veteran Mike Rice, personally tests parts before installing them on customer vehicles, ensuring peak performance. They’re currently testing out the new Monster-Ram intake manifold for RAM trucks, promising even more power. This is the perfect shop to take your truck to the next level off-road.

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Transmission built for 1,200 HP

Transmission built for 1,200 HP | Banks Built 10

Banks Power is collaborating with ATS Diesel to build a high-performance Allison transmission for their supercharged Duramax project. The transmission will feature upgrades like billet input and output shafts, a triple-disc converter, and improved cooling. This powerful combination will allow the truck to handle the immense power output of the engine.

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Duramax Re-Power Project

Dream of transforming your classic ride into a modern powerhouse? Russ Sweet, a seasoned firefighter and automotive enthusiast, shares his inspiring journey of building a custom 1946 Chevy Suburban with a Duramax heart. Discover how he overcame challenges, turned setbacks into creative solutions, and found inspiration in Banks’ BANKS BUILT series. Learn from Russ’s experience and gain valuable insights for your own vehicle upgrade project.

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Biggest Intercooler I could FIT on my Cummins!

Garage mechanic Ryan Mayer is back at it, this time transforming a 6.7L Cummins-powered RAM into a show-stopping “Banana Ram.” Focused on performance and aesthetics, Ryan equips the truck with full air suspension and a massive Banks intercooler to optimize Manifold Air Density. Watch as he installs this game-changing upgrade and explains why Banks is the ultimate choice for serious RAM owners seeking maximum power and efficiency.

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We used Wilwood’s geometry! | BANKS BUILT Ep 9

The Banks Power team is working on a custom 1966 Chevy C20 pickup truck, known as LokJaw. The team has sourced custom-made 8-lug front spindles from KibbeTech Offroad to accommodate the truck’s unique chassis configuration. The truck will be 3D scanned at Roadster Shop to aid in the design and fabrication of custom components.

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Ram-Air Differential Cover

Gary Gray, a seasoned truck owner, tested the Banks Ram-Air Differential Cover on his 2005 F-350 Power Stroke. The cover significantly reduced differential temperatures, improving performance and extending the life of the differential fluid. Gary was impressed with the product’s effectiveness and ease of installation.

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2014 Ford F-150 5.0-liter

Want to unleash the hidden power in your truck? 2014 Ford F-150 owner Alex Levantis felt his 5.0L lacked pep until installing a PedalMonster throttle response enhancer. Now he enjoys “night and day” performance, better acceleration, and safer driving. Learn how to wake up your truck’s power with easy bolt-on mods!

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Banks Supercharged Duramax! | BANKS BUILT 8

Want to shove a monstrous supercharged Duramax engine into your classic truck? Gearheads, rejoice! Banks Power’s Gale Banks dives deep into the engineering behind their insane supercharged Duramax L5P built for a 1966 Chevy C20. From the Whipple supercharger to the custom-built cooling system, this video series is a must-watch for anyone looking to upgrade their engine or just quench their thirst for automotive knowledge.

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Banks Shop Truck: Twin Turbo “RatRod”

Want to transform your everyday truck into a tire-shredding monster? Look no further than the Banks “Rat Rod” Shop Truck! This unassuming Chevy 454 SS pickup hides a secret weapon: a Banks twin-turbo 366ci small-block pumping out a monstrous 675 horsepower on pump gas. Learn how Banks turned a factory “truck from hell” into a tire-twisting powerhouse built to dominate the drag strip.

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