The Leader in Diesel Performance
he wait is over! Gale Banks embarks on a scientific mission to push the limits of a Duramax L5P engine (link to episode 1).
The objective: Discover the tipping point for this powerhouse engine through controlled testing and data analysis.
After weeks of adding sensors, changing intercoolers and piping, ECM tuning, and more, Gale and the Banks test group were finally ready to crank over the Duramax
MotorTrend’s Jacob T. needed a way to monitor his heavily modified 1972 AMC Hornet Sportabout that lacks a modern OBD system. Banks Power’s iDash 1.8 DataMonster and a suite of analog sensors provided the solution. Jacob installed exhaust gas temperature sensors, an air intake sensor, and coolant temperature sensor to monitor various engine functions and diagnose potential issues. The Hornet will be featured in a future MotorTrend video showcasing the Banks Power installation.
Gale Banks demonstrates the importance of manifold air density in engine performance. He explains that boost pressure alone is not a reliable indicator of power output. By using an intercooler to reduce intake air temperature, Banks is able to increase manifold air density and significantly boost engine power. The iDash DataMonster is a valuable tool for monitoring and optimizing engine performance.
Unleash the Beast: Gale Banks Designs High-Horsepower Diesel Engine for Monster Mutt
Watch Gale Banks take on a unique challenge—building a diesel engine to outperform a monstrous 540ci methanol Chevy engine in a Monster Truck! This video dives into the specs of the blown Chevy engine and the data collection process using the Banks iDash and AirMouse for air density readings. See how Gale’s legacy of forced induction engineering comes alive!
Join Gale Banks as he dissects the performance of a raging monster truck in this episode! We analyze data from a 540ci, 1400-horsepower blown alcohol motor to understand its air consumption (MAD) and overall performance. Witness the power of the Banks iDash DataMonster recording 100 parameters at 20 samples per second!
Gearheads, take notes! Building a monster truck engine requires extreme data analysis. Discover how Banks’ iDash 1.8 DataMonster helps monitor and record critical engine data during high-stress races, letting engineers fine-tune performance for maximum power. Learn more about the iDash and its data logging capabilities at
bankspower.com/idash.
Parts & Stuff Knowing what kind of air is entering your engine is valuable information that the AirMouse from Banks will allow you to monitor. This grille
Parts Bin BANKS POWER introduces its new Derringer programmer for the 6.6 Duramax L5P powered 17′ to 18′ Chevy and GMC trucks.The easy-to-conceal, plug-and-play control module provides
Designed to measure the power potential of air entering all naturally aspirated, turbo, and supercharged engines, the Banks AirMouse is a rugged military-grade weather station with scientific