Category: Duramax

A Road Race Diesel Pickup, how wrong is That?

Banks Power Unveils High-Performance Diesel Pickup Project: The Sidewinder Type R

Gearheads, rejoice! Banks Power showcases their impressive Sidewinder Type R project, the world’s first road-racing diesel pickup. This innovative truck boasts a powerful engine exceeding 900 horsepower and a targeted top speed exceeding 205 mph, achieved through upgraded components like a quick-change rear end and a custom transmission. With its exceptional performance and cutting-edge design, the Sidewinder Type R pushes the boundaries of diesel engine capabilities, inspiring possibilities for future high-performance upgrades.

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“Rapid Transit”, Banks Blown 870S 427ci Stroker Dmax!

Drag Racers Attention! Unleash the Gale Banks 870S Blown 427

Gear up for monstrous power! The Gale Banks 870S Blown 427 is a 7-liter supercharged beast designed to dominate the drag strip. This engine boasts nitrous and water injection for maximum horsepower, making it a true champion. Learn more about the Gale Banks 870S Blown 427 and its range of supercharger options to find the perfect fit for your drag racing needs.

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ROQ Crusher

Jay “Lightning” Tilles of KROQ fame brought us a bone-stock 2006 Duramax Dually which we transformed into the fire-breathin’ behemoth. When Jay Tilles (AKA Lightning from a local

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Water-Meth Magic

2009 GMC Sierra 2500HD Gale Banks Engineering Water-Methanol Injection System – Tech and How-to It’s no secret; our late-model clean diesel trucks are quite the performers. They

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SEMA 2013 Engines

Banks Power showcased its latest powertrain options at the 2013 SEMA Show. The lineup includes a range of diesel engines, including the 6.6L V8 and 3.0L V6, as well as a high-performance gasoline engine based on the GM LS platform. These engines are designed for various applications, from heavy-duty trucks to high-performance vehicles.

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Diesel Swaps

The Banks Rat Rod gets a Duramax, the Sidewinder Dakota gets a Cummins, and a who-knows-what gets an 866T.

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6.6L Crate Engine

For this first time in the history of diesel performance, you can now buy a 100-percent, brand new diesel crate engine. 575 HP, turnkey, and there’s not a used part in it.

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