Category: Banks Built

Unboxing our Whipple 3.8L

Whipple 3.8L SUPERCHARGER | Banks Built 39

Banks Power unveils their new Whipple 3.8L front-drive twin-screw supercharger with a custom 12-rib crank pulley and Twin-Ram 5″ inlet. This supercharger will be used on their new Banks Duramax R866SC 6.6L diesel turnkey crate engine, debuting at the SEMA Show. The video offers a closer look at the supercharger and teases details about the upcoming crate engine.

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SUPERCHARGED DURAMAX | BANKS BUILT 40

The blog post introduces the Banks R866SC, a supercharged 6.6L Duramax diesel crate engine.
This high-performance engine features various custom parts, including a Whipple supercharger, a Comp cam, and a high-strength block. A video showcasing the engine is available here. The post also teases future content about the engine and the vehicle it will be used in.  

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Wild headers for our DURAMAX | Banks Built Ep 38

Banks Power is collaborating with Dragos Toma, a skilled fabricator, to create custom headers for a Duramax engine. The headers are designed to optimize exhaust flow and improve engine performance. The engine, which will be on display at the SEMA Show, will feature a Whipple 3.8L supercharger and other performance upgrades.

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Powertrain Control Systems (PCS)

LokJaw: Powertrain Control Systems

To shift gear on our Allison 6-speed transmission, we’ve partnered with Powertrain Control Solutions (PCS). PCS offers a broad line of transmission control modules, paddle shifters, and

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AMSOIL

LokJaw: Amsoil

Banks LokJaw and the Banks Supercharged R866SC are protected by AMSOIL When it comes to a build like LokJaw, you have to also consider the longevity and

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On this episode of Banks Built we get bonus material

Bonus Material | BANKS BUILT

Get ready to rev your engine! Banks Built Season Two is packed with exclusive insights into Gale Banks’ groundbreaking hybrid project, boasting a mind-blowing 500 horsepower motor. Witness the magic behind custom header fabrication as Dragos Toma joins the team. Plus, uncover the thrilling details of the three-stage Banks Turnkey Crate Engine program, culminating in a Pike’s Peak-conquering beast. Don’t miss this adrenaline-fueled ride as Banks pushes the boundaries of automotive engineering!

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Crazy wheels for our Chevy

Wait until you see our wheels | BANKS BUILT Ep 37

This episode of Banks Built showcases the construction of a unique custom truck. The build features a custom supercharger, custom wheels, and a custom truck bed. The team at Banks Power is working closely with Sparc Industries to create a truly one-of-a-kind vehicle. The truck will be unveiled at the SEMA Show in November.

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Test fit of lower bed assembly | BANKS BUILT 36

The Banks team is working on a custom 1967 Chevy C20 pickup truck, known as LokJaw. They are collaborating with Empire Fabrication to build a custom bed support assembly to accommodate the supercharged Duramax engine. The team faces challenges during the test fitment process, but they are able to resolve the issues and continue with the project. The next step is to install the custom intake manifold from Kibbetech.

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Crazy truck bed! | BANKS BUILT Ep 35

Witness the birth of a custom Chevy Duramax monster. From concept to creation, follow along as a wrecked truck undergoes a dramatic transformation. Air Ride technology meets brute force as a Whipple Supercharger is prepped for this diesel powerhouse. Don’t miss the jaw-dropping reveal of a custom truck bed design that could redefine the automotive landscape. This isn’t just a build; it’s a revolution.

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Aeromotive logo

LokJaw: Aeromotive

Our Supercharged Duramax diesel engines will make 650+hp. This will require ample and accurate fuel flow. When precise delivery of fuel is required, we call Aeromotive, the

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