Category: Engines

Repair Geek Reviews iDash SuperGauge

YouTuber Andrew The Repair Geek installed and reviewed a Banks iDash SuperGauge in a Chevy Colorado. The iDash goes beyond a typical OBD-II reader by offering features like customizable high/low alerts, a wide range of displayed parameters including calculated air density and cylinder fill ratio, and the ability to daisy-chain up to four gauges for a comprehensive overview of vehicle performance. Andrew highlights the iDash as a versatile and powerful tool for monitoring various engine functions.

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2020 GMC Sierra L5P Denali HD

Upgrade Your Truck’s Performance for Work and Play with Banks Power

Looking to add power and functionality to your work truck? Dillon Hoerner, a professional welder, outfitted his GMC Sierra Denali with a custom flatbed and Banks Power upgrades to handle any jobsite. The Derringer tuner delivers more usable power, while the PedalMonster eliminates throttle delay and unleashes surprising acceleration. Even with heavy equipment on board, Dillon’s truck now performs like a dream. Learn more about how Banks Power can transform your truck’s capabilities!

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Massive brakes for ’66 Chevy | BANKS BUILT 24

Wilwood Engineering equips Banks’ Duramax with massive brakes. Learn how these high-performance brakes will bring the powerful Duramax to a screeching halt. From the massive rotors to the custom pedal assembly, this upgrade is essential for safety and performance.

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2018 Chevy Silverado gets Banks POWER BOOST

Chevy Silverado 3500 Towing Gets Huge Boost with Banks PedalMonster

Problem: 2018 Chevy Silverado 3500 sluggish acceleration and excessive downshifting while towing.

Solution: Banks PedalMonster throttle controller.

Results: Driver Rick Libbey reports “80% faster” downshifting, improved power, and increased fuel efficiency (10.3-10.5 mpg) while towing a trailer. PedalMonster also improved responsiveness in his wife’s Chevy Colorado.

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Justin Ledbetter’s lifted Silverado running Banks performance parts

Banks upgrades for Duramax

Justin Ledbetter upgraded both his 2018 GMC Denali 2500 Duramax and 2015 Chevy Silverado 1500 with Banks products to get more towing power, better shifting, and improved MPG. Whether diesel or gas, Banks delivered performance gains that exceeded expectations.

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Gale Banks is a cold air intake wizard

Wizard of cold air intake | BANKS BUILT Ep 22

Gale Banks is designing a high-flow intake system for the Banks Built ’66 Chevy C20 pickup, inspired by the Ram-Air intake system used on the GMC Type-R road race truck. The intake system will utilize two large air filters to maximize airflow into the engine. The team is using laser scanning technology to accurately design and fabricate the engine bay components.

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3000 HP Cummins explodes, pistons rain down

Want to push your diesel truck to the limit? Pushing the boundaries of horsepower can come with a bang, as seen in this epic 3,000 HP Cummins engine explosion! This is a must-watch for diesel enthusiasts and anyone looking to upgrade their engine’s performance. See the incredible power and the importance of having a reliable diesel shop in your corner.

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Having fun while ripping apart our '66 Chevy

Ripping apart our ’66 Chevy | BANKS BUILT 20

The Banks team is embarking on a massive project: building a custom 1966 Chevy C20 pickup truck powered by a supercharged Duramax diesel engine. The first step involves removing the cab and bed from the original chassis and preparing them for installation on a new Roadster Shop chassis. The team is racing against time to complete the build and unveil the truck at the SEMA Show.

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Supercharged Diesel Camshaft | BANKS BUILT 16

Gale Banks is developing a new camshaft for a supercharged Duramax diesel engine. The new camshaft will have increased lift and duration to improve airflow at higher RPMs. Banks is using a Cam Pro Plus to measure and analyze the camshaft’s specifications. The next step in the project is to assemble a custom Allison transmission to handle the increased power output.

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