Engines Archives

CoolRunner Pan Impresses

Tony Chumakov, from the Bimmer and Duramax maintenance and upgrade channel, installed a Banks CoolRunner Oil Pan on his 2017 L5P Duramax Silverado. The installation took 2.5 hours and was straightforward. Tony highlighted that the Banks pan’s design allows for a complete oil drain, unlike the stock pan which leaves about 0.6 quarts of old oil. He also noted the pan’s good fitment, clean draining process, improved heat dissipation, and the benefit of two additional quarts of oil capacity.

January 3, 2025

LB7 Gets Fresh Air

David from Willomet Motor & Fab upgraded his 2001 Duramax LB7 with a Banks Ram-Air Intake System to improve its towing capabilities for his 1985 Diesel Chevy Suburban project. While not seeking massive power gains, David reported a ¾ mile per gallon increase in highway fuel economy and a noticeable improvement in throttle response, particularly in the mid-range. He also noted the easy 30-minute installation of the bolt-on system.

January 3, 2025

Monster-Ram Now Emissions Compliant

Banks Power’s Monster-Ram intake manifold for 2019-2024 Ram 6.7L Cummins trucks is now emissions-compliant in all 50 states. This high-performance intake manifold improves airflow to the engine, resulting in increased power and torque. The updated design meets CARB (California Air Resources Board) requirements, ensuring legal use nationwide.

December 20, 2024

Only Trusted Parts For His Truck

Jim Powell’s 2007 GMC Sierra 2500HD Duramax, bought new, now features Banks Ram-Air Intake, Differential Cover, and Monster Exhaust. These upgrades improved his in-town MPG from 14-15 to 17.7 and highway MPG from 17 to 21.7.

December 20, 2024

Ram-Air Intake for 2020-24 Ford 6.7L

The Banks Ram-Air Intake system increases mass airflow by 36% compared to the stock intake, resulting in improved power and fuel economy for 2020-2024 Ford 6.7L Power Stroke engines. It features an enclosed housing to keep out hot air and a large-capacity air filter for extended service life.

December 13, 2024

Grid heater crisis averted!

Banks Power offers the Monster-Ram intake manifold with an integrated Grid Heater Upgrade for 2019-2024 Ram 6.7L Cummins engines. This system is designed to prevent the common issue of grid heater bolt failure, where bolts can corrode, break, and fall into the engine, causing significant damage. The upgraded design uses robust materials and construction to ensure the grid heater remains securely in place, safeguarding the engine

December 13, 2024

More power, not jewelry

Justin from JB Reviews conducted a back-to-back towing test on a 6% grade, comparing his 2024 GMC Sierra with a Banks Monster-Ram and Boost Tube Upgrade Kit to a lighter 2024 Chevy Silverado 2500. Despite his truck being heavier with more fuel and taller tires, it outperformed the stock Silverado, reaching a higher speed (79 MPH vs. 78 MPH, with potential for 81 MPH if not for traffic). This test served as a rebuttal to skeptics who dismissed the Banks components as mere “engine jewelry,” proving their impact on acceleration and performance, as also indicated by lower intake temperatures in a previous test. Justin strongly recommends the Banks upgrades based on these results.

December 13, 2024