How to Screw up Diesel Combustion
In this in-depth tech clip, Gale Banks explains how swirl, squish, and cam timing affect diesel combustion—and how performance mods can go wrong if they disrupt the process.
August 9, 2024
Diesel Mechanic Chooses Banks
Self-taught diesel mechanic Ryan Mayer upgrades a bone-stock 2022 Ram 2500 with the Banks Monster-Ram and Ram-Air Intake, solving a known grid heater bolt issue while unlocking more power and airflow—no tuning required.
August 9, 2024
50-State Legal, Beats Competitors
The Banks Ram-Air Intake for the 2020–2023 Duramax 6.6L is now 50-state legal, combining emissions compliance with performance gains that outclass the competition.
August 2, 2024
Another Cummins Piston Death
A RAM owner’s engine was nearly totaled by a grid heater bolt failure—until a Banks Monster-Ram upgrade saved it from future disaster and improved throttle response.
August 2, 2024
New Ford MAP Sensor Spacer
Keep your 2020-2024 Ford 6.7L Power Stroke running efficiently with the Banks MAP Sensor Spacer Kit. This simple upgrade protects your engine by relocating the sensor out of the contaminated exhaust stream, extending its lifespan and improving fuel economy.
July 26, 2024
Derringer = Power and Economy
Aviation professional Pedro Villafane put the Derringer tuner to the test on his 100-mile commute—and the results were crystal clear. With a consistent +2 MPG gain and fewer regens, the Banks Derringer offers real-world fuel savings and performance for Duramax owners.
July 26, 2024
RAM 1500 3.0L Monster Exhaust
Daniel Langenderfer upgraded his 2017 RAM 1500 EcoDiesel with a 3.5″ Banks Monster Exhaust and was surprised to see more than just a visual improvement—his throttle response and mileage got a boost, too.
July 26, 2024
Monster Power and Mileage for Duo
Bob and Noe upgraded their 2015 RAM trucks with the Banks Monster-Ram Intake before a cross-country haul. The result? Safer towing, more power, and a surprising 2 MPG increase—even in 109° heat.
July 19, 2024
Banks Product Alert
The Banks Derringer tuner is now CARB compliant for 2017–2023 Chevy/GMC 6.6L Duramax trucks. That means more power, better towing, and 50-state emissions compliance—even in California.
July 12, 2024
Dave Talks Monster-Ram
Dave Bell installs a Banks Monster-Ram on a 2020 RAM 6.7L Cummins, showing how it eliminates the grid heater failure issue and boosts airflow by 122%. A test drive seals the deal on this must-have upgrade.
July 12, 2024