Category: Duramax

Gale Banks is a cold air intake wizard

Wizard of cold air intake | BANKS BUILT Ep 22

Gale Banks is designing a high-flow intake system for the Banks Built ’66 Chevy C20 pickup, inspired by the Ram-Air intake system used on the GMC Type-R road race truck. The intake system will utilize two large air filters to maximize airflow into the engine. The team is using laser scanning technology to accurately design and fabricate the engine bay components.

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Having fun while ripping apart our '66 Chevy

Ripping apart our ’66 Chevy | BANKS BUILT 20

The Banks team is embarking on a massive project: building a custom 1966 Chevy C20 pickup truck powered by a supercharged Duramax diesel engine. The first step involves removing the cab and bed from the original chassis and preparing them for installation on a new Roadster Shop chassis. The team is racing against time to complete the build and unveil the truck at the SEMA Show.

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Supercharged Diesel Camshaft | BANKS BUILT 16

Gale Banks is developing a new camshaft for a supercharged Duramax diesel engine. The new camshaft will have increased lift and duration to improve airflow at higher RPMs. Banks is using a Cam Pro Plus to measure and analyze the camshaft’s specifications. The next step in the project is to assemble a custom Allison transmission to handle the increased power output.

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Joshua Sweet’s 2019 Chevy Silverado

Discover how Joshua Sweet transformed his stock 2019 Chevy Silverado Duramax with performance upgrades like the PedalMonster, Derringer, and iDash SuperGauge. Learn about the impressive power gains and improved driving experience he achieved while maintaining emissions legality.

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How to Brake Part 1 at Wilwood

Wilwood BRAKES a Chevy | BANKS BUILT Ep 13

Wilwood Engineering, a renowned manufacturer of high-performance brakes, has a rich history in motorsports. The company’s innovative brake designs, including the Pro Spindle and TX6R big brake kits, have been used in various racing applications. This video provides an overview of Wilwood’s brake technology and offers insights into choosing the right brake components for your vehicle.

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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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See some epic fabrication at the Roadster Shop.

Epic Fabrication! | BANKS BUILT Ep 5

Gearheads, take note! Going beyond bolt-on upgrades? Roadster Shop offers the ultimate solution – custom chassis design and fabrication for extreme vehicle transformations. See how their team of expert fabricators crafts the foundation to handle serious power upgrades, like the heart-pounding Duramax diesel swap featured in the latest episode of Banks Built! Click the link to witness their metal mastery and unlock the full potential of your ride!

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Time for upgrades! | BANKS BUILT Ep 4

A rusty 1966 Chevy pickup is undergoing a radical transformation. It will receive a supercharged 2021 Duramax L5P diesel engine, a Roadster Shop Spec Series chassis, Wilwood brakes, Nitto tires, and RideTech air suspension. Renowned automotive designer Jeff Transou will collaborate on the project, adding a unique custom touch to the build.

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Introducing Banks Built episode 1 - Blank Canvas

Banks Built | Episode 1

Unleash your truck’s full potential with Banks Built! Join the journey as we transform a rusty $1, 1966 Chevy C20 into a powerhouse. Discover hidden secrets, uncover its history, and witness every upgrade step-by-step. Get inspired to revamp your ride and explore endless customization possibilities. Don’t miss a single episode – subscribe to Banks Built on YouTube today!

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1,200 HP

1200 HP | Building a Monster Truck Engine 13

Unleash 1200 HP Monster Truck Engine: The Secret’s Out!

Banks Power is at it again, building a monstrous 1200 HP engine for monster trucks! But this build wasn’t without its challenges. In their latest episode, Gale Banks pushes the limits, uncovering a strange relationship between supercharger speed and boost. Watch as horsepower climbs with decreasing blower speed – a mind-bending revelation explained by Banks himself. Discover the secret behind this 1200 HP beast and the engineering magic that makes it roar!

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