KILLED Supercharger | Building a Monster Truck 6
Gale Banks faces a challenge: reducing the insane temperatures generated by his roots-style supercharger on a monster truck engine.
September 17, 2019
Spool is in Session: Killing a Duramax Pt 7
Gale Banks and Kory Willis from PPEI discuss their plans to push the limits of a Duramax engine. They delve into topics like intercooler efficiency, data logging with the iDash, and optimizing airflow to the cylinders. The goal is to achieve maximum performance while maintaining engine reliability.
August 28, 2019
65% Better: Killing a Duramax Pt 6
Looking to Unleash More Power from Your Engine?
Gale Banks compares a stock turbo to a new Precision turbo and the results are staggering: a massive 65% improvement! This high-performance upgrade delivers not just incredible power (pushing a Duramax past 600hp), but also increased efficiency with lower fuel consumption and exhaust temperatures. Learn more about how the right turbocharger can transform your vehicle’s performance!
August 16, 2019
Fan Focus: Garrett Love
Tired of trade-in troubles and underwhelming power? Garrett switched his loyalties from Cummins to Chevy after years of frustration. His new Duramax, boosted by a Derringer tuner, effortlessly handles heavy towing, from cattle to hay. Experience unmatched power, cooler temps, and better fuel economy. Upgrade your truck and conquer the road.
August 16, 2019
First Fire | Building a Monster Truck 5
Supercharger Challenge: Banks Engineering Tackles High Intake Temps on Dyno Test
See a supercharged Duramax engine roar to life on the dyno, but will high intake temperatures throw a wrench in the plans? Watch Gale Banks and his team identify a critical issue and explore solutions to optimize performance. This episode is perfect for gearheads looking to upgrade their vehicle’s power and for anyone interested in the engineering challenges of superchargers.
August 16, 2019
Fan Focus: Hay, Denali
Is your truck struggling to handle heavy loads? Upgrade to a powerhouse like Josh’s 2018 GMC Duramax L5P Denali 4×4 dually. This beast effortlessly tows over 35,000 lbs daily, outperforming its predecessor by leaps and bounds. Experience unmatched power, comfort, and reliability with a truck built for the toughest jobs.
July 26, 2019
CAM SCIENCE! Killing A Duramax Pt 14
Unleash your Duramax L5P’s full potential with expert insights from Gale Banks and Comp Cams. Dive deep into the science of diesel combustion as Gale decodes the intricacies of squish, swirl, valve timing, and more. Discover why stock pistons reign supreme and how this groundbreaking camshaft collaboration is set to revolutionize performance. This isn’t just information; it’s the engineering goldmine every Duramax owner craves.
July 3, 2019
Starving the Monster: KILLING A DURAMAX Pt 4
Gale Banks explores the importance of air density in engine performance on episode four of Killing a Duramax. He demonstrates how a restrictive intake can significantly reduce power output. By analyzing data from the iDash, he highlights the impact of air density on turbocharger efficiency and overall engine performance. The next step in the project is to upgrade the turbocharger to further increase power and efficiency.
July 1, 2019
Gale’s Racing Secret
Want to maximize your vehicle’s performance? Discover how data-driven insights can reveal hidden horsepower losses. Diesel Power Challenge competitors, including Richard Coker, used the Banks iDash DataMonster to uncover surprising truths about their air intake systems, turbochargers, and intercoolers. Don’t settle for less. Learn how to optimize your setup and unleash your vehicle’s full potential.
June 21, 2019
NEW CAMSHAFT! Killing A Duramax Pt 13
Banks Power is pushing the limits of the Duramax L5P engine, aiming for a 1,000 horsepower milestone with stock internals. The team is focusing on camshaft upgrades and fuel system modifications to achieve this ambitious goal. Stay tuned for the latest updates on this exciting project.
May 23, 2019