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
May 30, 2006
Why Did We Start the Project with an S10 Pro Stock Truck Body Chassis?
When Gale Banks decided to showcase one of his twin turbo Duramax diesel engines in a drag race vehicle, he wanted to start with a chassis combination
April 5, 2006
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
March 28, 2006
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.
March 5, 2006
The Toughest Terrain on the Planet
Gale Banks himself hits the dirt as a driver in the Baja 1000 We Race the Baja 1000 in a 6.0L Super Duty Editor’s Note:The Baja 1000
March 1, 2006
Making Big Diesel Power
A 2005 Dodge Ram 3500 Quad Cab 4×4 gets a Big Hoss Bundle — with the new Banks iQ!
January 1, 2006
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.
August 11, 2005
Gale Banks Engineering to Road-Race GM Diesel Pickup
Gale Banks is out to prove diesel engines are capable of high performance, and he’s proving it one racing venue at a time.
July 31, 2005