Category: Duramax

Banks Sidewinder S10

Banks Sidewinder S10 Diesel Drag Pickup Truck

The Quickest & Fastest: 7.77 E.T. @ 180.00 mph. The Banks Sidewinder S-10 Duramax pickup was entered in the Top Diesel Class at the NHRDA World Finals on September 25-26, 2010 in Topeka, Kansas. Driver Wes Anderson clicked off a 7.77-second pass.

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Dyno Tuning the S-10

Enthusiasts understand that a dynamometer measures an engine’s output by gauging its torque, taking measurements from the flywheel (in the case of an engine dynamometer) or a

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S-10 Project Overview

Gale Banks has several goals he wants to achieve with his latest Duramax turbodiesel project truck, the Sidewinder D-Max S-10. Most obviously there’s speed: Gale Banks Engineering

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Suburban Gorilla

Suburban Gorilla

Xtreme 4×4’s Suburban Gorilla project features a Banks Twin-Turbo Duramax diesel engine. The engine was built at the Banks Race Shop and showcased on Spike TV’s Xtreme 4×4. The show highlights the assembly process and dyno testing of the powerful engine.

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Alpha Booster or H1: Sith Lord

Unleash the Hidden Power of Your Hummer H1 Alpha: Upgrade Your Performance with Cutting-Edge Technology

Looking to transform your Hummer H1 Alpha from a sluggish behemoth to a powerful off-road dominator? This excerpt explores how performance upgrades can elevate your H1 Alpha’s capabilities, making it a true force to be reckoned with.

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Air Travel Hell: Hot Rod Magazine Power Tour (Pre-Tour)

Upgrading your ride can turn a stressful journey into a smooth cruise. Avoid cramped legroom, unreliable shuttles, and noisy neighbors with a powerful, fuel-efficient vehicle. The Hot Rod Magazine Power Tour showcases tricked-out cars and trucks that are built for performance and comfort. Check back for more details on how to transform your car into a road warrior!

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