The Leader in Diesel Performance
Gale Banks provides insights into the fundamentals of manufacturing at Banks Power in Azusa, California. He emphasizes the importance of in-house control over the entire manufacturing process, from design and engineering to machining, fabrication, and assembly. This allows for stringent quality control, precision, and the ability to adapt quickly to design changes, ultimately leading to superior and reliable performance products.
Gale Banks and his team twin-turbocharged Jay Leno’s tank car, which is powered by a 30-liter Continental V12 Hemi engine. They doubled the engine’s horsepower from 810 to 1,600 and also improved its fuel economy. The project involved custom-built parts, including a Bosch fuel injection system originally designed for Formula 1 engines, and Garrett turbos.
The Banks Ram-Air Transmission Pan allows for a complete fluid drain in vehicles equipped with the Allison 1000 transmission. Stock pans don’t allow for a full drain. This pan features a magnetic drain plug at the lowest point, facilitating a complete drain without pan removal. It also lowers fluid temperatures. Available for 2001-2019 Duramax, and coming soon for other models.
Traditional boost gauges only measure air pressure, which isn’t a complete picture of engine performance. Banks Power’s iDash digital monitor measures Manifold Air Density (MAD), which accounts for pressure, temperature, and humidity, providing a more accurate reading of an engine’s performance. Higher air density means more oxygen per volume, which is crucial for optimal engine function.
The Monster-Ram intake elbow for the 2007-2024 RAM 6.7L uses rocket nozzle technology to improve airflow. In a video, Gale Banks tests the Monster-Ram against a straight pipe, demonstrating that the Monster-Ram flows more air mass, even with a diffuser attached to the pipe. This results in better throttle response and fuel economy for RAM owners.
The BorgWarner turbochargers in 2011-2019 Ford 6.7L Power Stroke diesel engines have a known issue with the ceramic ball bearings failing prematurely. This can lead to significant repair costs, often requiring complete turbocharger replacement. The failure is attributed to the design of the bearing system and the stresses it endures under normal use.
Gale Banks breaks down what turbo surge is, how it happens, and why it can damage your diesel engine if left unchecked.
Upgrading to larger diameter, mandrel-bent boost tubes enhances air density in diesel engines, leading to improved throttle response and performance.
Discover how Banks Power’s CoolRunner Oil Pan addresses hidden oil residue issues in 2017–2025 Duramax engines, ensuring complete drainage and superior cooling for enhanced engine longevity.
Discover how Banks Power applies advanced engineering to enhance your truck’s performance. Learn about their innovative intake and exhaust systems designed to improve airflow, increase horsepower, and boost fuel efficiency.