The Missing 4.5L Duramax!
The 4.5L Duramax diesel V8 was a promising GM engine project that never reached production. Its cancellation left enthusiasts speculating about its potential impact on the diesel market.
April 11, 2025
Monster-Ram CARB Compliant for 2007-2012!
Banks Power’s Monster-Ram intake manifold for 2007–2024 RAM 2500/3500 6.7L Cummins trucks is now CARB-compliant, offering enhanced airflow, improved throttle response, and emissions compliance across all 50 states.
April 11, 2025
We Want Your Google Review!
Banks Power invites satisfied customers to share their experiences by leaving a Google review, helping others discover the benefits of their diesel performance products.
April 11, 2025
Derringer for 2024/25 Duramax Update
Banks is developing a new Derringer tuner for the 2024-2025 Chevy/GMC Duramax 6.6L. While specific horsepower and torque gains are still being finalized through rigorous testing, the new Derringer will leverage Banks’ advanced tuning capabilities and iDash integration to provide significant performance improvements. Like previous Derringer models, it is expected to offer multiple on-the-fly adjustable power levels and incorporate Banks’ safety features to protect the engine and transmission. Further updates and official specifications will be released as testing progresses.
April 4, 2025
Banks Motivates Power Stroke
Banks is releasing a new product line to improve the performance of 7.3L Ford Power Stroke engines. The initial release is the Banks Intake Manifold, designed to increase airflow and reduce exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) temperatures. Testing showed a significant reduction in EGTs compared to the stock manifold. Future products in the line will include turbo upgrades, exhaust systems, and other performance enhancements.
April 4, 2025
Found the Killer Just In Time!
Mike from Mikes Motor Venture discovered a broken heater grid bolt in a 2016 RAM 2500 while installing a Banks Monster-Ram intake. This timely discovery prevented potential engine failure. Mike highlights the Monster-Ram as a solution to this common problem in 2007.5-2024 RAMs, noting its improved design for better airflow.
April 4, 2025
New Intercooler for 2010-12 RAM 6.7L
The Banks TechniCooler for the 2010-2012 RAM 6.7L is engineered to significantly lower intake air temperatures, addressing the limitations of the stock intercooler, especially during towing. Its design features a massive core and a patent-pending elliptical inlet and outlet, providing a 78% greater flow area than stock without requiring modifications to the truck’s frame or core support. This results in a 3.5 psi reduction in boost loss compared to the stock intercooler, leading to improved throttle response and overall performance. The complete system includes mandrel-bent high-flow boost tubes and all necessary installation hardware.
March 28, 2025
Derringer High Output’s is Ungodly
Ryan Johanson, a 2021 Duramax owner, upgraded to the Derringer High Output and iDash Pro and was extremely impressed with the increased power, describing it as “ungodly.” He also highlights the ease of use of the iDash Pro with its Bluetooth updates, and the reliability of the PedalMonster compared to other throttle controllers.
March 28, 2025
FASS Motorsports Removes Grid Failure
FASS Motorsports chose the Banks Monster-Ram to address grid heater failure in a customer’s RAM 6.7L Cummins. They highlighted the Monster-Ram’s reliability, emissions compliance, and its ability to prevent costly engine damage
March 28, 2025
Banks Vs. BD
Gale Banks compares the Banks Monster-Ram intake system and the BD Killer Grid Heater Upgrade for preventing Cummins grid heater failures. He highlights how the Monster-Ram eliminates the failure point and improves performance, while the BD kit replaces one failure point with another.
March 21, 2025