Category: Engines

1994-2002 RAM 5.9L Ram-Air Intake

Article Excerpt: Owners of 1994-2002 RAM 5.9L trucks can improve airflow with the Banks Ram-Air Cold-Air Intake System. It replaces the restrictive stock intake with a large conical filter and enclosed housing, drawing in cooler, denser air for increased power and fuel economy.

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’24 DMAX Breathes Easier

Jorge Lopez, a GM tech, installed the Banks Monster-Ram inlet and Boost Tube Upgrade on his 2024 GMC Sierra, resulting in improved acceleration, eliminated compressor surge, and a 4 mpg fuel economy increase. He also tows regularly and is adding more Banks cooling products.

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Fix Your Ford 6.0L Air Flow

Upgrading the intercooler is crucial for built 6.0L Power Stroke engines. The Banks Intercooler upgrade eliminates restrictions, increases cooling capacity, and features durable aluminum end tanks. It includes high-flow boost tubes and a High-Ram intake manifold for maximum performance and economy

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Protecting $2,700,000 in RAMs

Leonard Petroleum Equipment, after experiencing a Cummins engine failure due to a faulty grid heater bolt, is protecting their fleet of 45 RAMs with the Banks Monster-Ram. Gale Banks explains how the Monster-Ram eliminates the problematic grid heater and improves airflow.

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Keep Your MAP Sensors Clean

Cameron Normal explains the importance of clean MAP sensors in 2023+ Duramax L5P engines for accurate air/fuel ratio readings and performance. He highlights the Banks MAP Sensor Relocation Kit, which moves the sensors to a cleaner location, preventing buildup from dirty exhaust and oily residue.

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Bad Design Contaminates Oil Changes

Inspired by the Banks Cool Runner Oil Pan video, Nick Scovel, a Banks authorized installer, confirmed the stock Duramax oil pan’s design flaw. He found a quart of dirty oil remaining after a drain, highlighting the Cool Runner’s advantage with its magnetic plug at the lowest point for complete drainage.

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Cummins Engine Escapes Death

A short video from hillbillyhicktowngarage5293 highlights the danger of a broken heater grid post in 2007.5-2024 RAM Cummins engines. The Banks Monster-Ram is presented as the solution, eliminating the failure points and improving airflow by 88.3% for better throttle response.

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Better Duramax Turbo Performance

The Banks Monster-Ram intake elbow for 2017-2024 Duramax engines improves throttle response, extends turbo life, and is emissions compliant. Its unique design, based on GM’s anti-surge geometry, outperforms the competition without causing compressor surge.

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Don’t Ignore Warning Signs

Josh from TrukStuf and Justin from JB Reviews highlight the dangers of a failing grid heater bolt in 2007-2024 RAM Cummins engines. They explain how it can cause severe engine damage and emphasize the importance of addressing warning signs like a check engine light (P2609 or P0542) and a wobbly 12V lead on the grid heater stud. The Banks Monster-Ram is presented as the solution, eliminating the problematic bolt and improving airflow.

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