Category: Duramax

2010: Oshkosh and Banks Take On Baja

Looking to upgrade your truck’s engine for maximum power and durability? Banks Technologies, the sister company to Banks Power, builds championship-winning engines. They took a stock Duramax engine and developed a beast that conquered the Baja 1000, beating out competitors and becoming the official engine for the U.S. Army’s JLTV. Get Banks Power in your truck and unleash similar power and reliability.

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Unboxing our Whipple 3.8L

Whipple 3.8L SUPERCHARGER | Banks Built 39

Banks Power unveils their new Whipple 3.8L front-drive twin-screw supercharger with a custom 12-rib crank pulley and Twin-Ram 5″ inlet. This supercharger will be used on their new Banks Duramax R866SC 6.6L diesel turnkey crate engine, debuting at the SEMA Show. The video offers a closer look at the supercharger and teases details about the upcoming crate engine.

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On this episode of Banks Built we get bonus material

Bonus Material | BANKS BUILT

Get ready to rev your engine! Banks Built Season Two is packed with exclusive insights into Gale Banks’ groundbreaking hybrid project, boasting a mind-blowing 500 horsepower motor. Witness the magic behind custom header fabrication as Dragos Toma joins the team. Plus, uncover the thrilling details of the three-stage Banks Turnkey Crate Engine program, culminating in a Pike’s Peak-conquering beast. Don’t miss this adrenaline-fueled ride as Banks pushes the boundaries of automotive engineering!

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Test fit of lower bed assembly | BANKS BUILT 36

The Banks team is working on a custom 1967 Chevy C20 pickup truck, known as LokJaw. They are collaborating with Empire Fabrication to build a custom bed support assembly to accommodate the supercharged Duramax engine. The team faces challenges during the test fitment process, but they are able to resolve the issues and continue with the project. The next step is to install the custom intake manifold from Kibbetech.

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Stick Shift Lover Finds What’s Been Missing

Randall Walter, an architect, purchased a 2021 Chevy Silverado with a 3.0L Duramax diesel engine. To improve the truck’s performance, he installed a Banks PedalMonster throttle controller. The PedalMonster significantly enhanced the truck’s acceleration and responsiveness, making it more enjoyable to drive. Randall is impressed with the ease of installation and the overall performance benefits of the PedalMonster.

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He bought every part we make for his Duramax

Want to max out your Chevy Duramax’s towing potential? This customer went all-in on Banks Power upgrades to tackle overheating and unlock more power for hauling heavy loads. See what Banks parts transformed this truck from heat-prone to towing machine!

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Crazy truck bed! | BANKS BUILT Ep 35

Witness the birth of a custom Chevy Duramax monster. From concept to creation, follow along as a wrecked truck undergoes a dramatic transformation. Air Ride technology meets brute force as a Whipple Supercharger is prepped for this diesel powerhouse. Don’t miss the jaw-dropping reveal of a custom truck bed design that could redefine the automotive landscape. This isn’t just a build; it’s a revolution.

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Scott Willis Discovers Banks

Scott Willis Discovers Banks

Scott Willis, a frequent camper and RV enthusiast, recently upgraded his Chevy diesel truck with a range of Banks Power performance products. The PedalMonster, Derringer, iDash DataMonster, Ram-Air Intake, Monster Exhaust, and Ram-Air Differential Cover have significantly improved the truck’s towing capabilities and overall performance. Willis is impressed with the quality and effectiveness of Banks products and highly recommends them to other truck owners.

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2022 GMC Sierra Denali 2500 HD

Upgraded to Tow More: Driver Trades Up 2021 GMC 3.0L Diesel for Powerful 2022 GMC 6.6L Duramax Seeking increased towing capacity for a future camper, driver Denny Ide swapped his 2021 GMC 3.0L Duramax for a new 2022 model boasting the mighty 6.6L engine. The upgrade brings not just more power, but a smoother driving experience, according to Denny.

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Custom engine bay is revealed

Engine bay revealed! | BANKS BUILT Ep 33

Dive into the engine bay transformation of a classic Chevy C20! This episode showcases the incredible craftsmanship behind the custom engine bay and the innovative 6-bar bed hinge design. See how the team tackles the challenge of fitting a modern Duramax engine into the vintage Chevy frame. Don’t miss the reveal of the meticulously crafted engine bay – a true work of automotive art!

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