Category: Banks Insider

Ford 7.3L Power Strokes Need This

Ford 7.3L Power Stroke owners can significantly improve their engine’s airflow and reduce exhaust gas temperatures (EGTs) by upgrading to the Banks Power Intercooler System. The stock intercooler on these trucks is often undersized and inefficient, leading to higher EGTs and reduced performance, especially when towing or under load. The Banks system offers a much larger and more efficient core, resulting in cooler, denser air entering the engine for increased power and better fuel economy.

January 31, 2025

Basics of Manufacturing

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.

January 24, 2025

Big Punch For Sluggish Duramax 3.0L

Owners of the 3.0L Duramax diesel engine can significantly improve its responsiveness and reduce turbo lag with the Banks Power PedalMonster. The article highlights how this throttle controller offers customizable settings to eliminate dead spots in the pedal and provide quicker acceleration, making the truck feel more powerful and enjoyable to drive, especially in scenarios where immediate throttle response is desired.

January 24, 2025

Performance, Easy Maintenance

Tim Martin is equipping his brand new 2025 GMC Duramax with Banks Ultimate Fluid Cooling Bundle, including the Ram-Air Differential Cover and plans for the upcoming Ram-Air Transmission Pan, alongside the already installed CoolRunner Oil Pan. Having used the Ram-Air Differential Cover on his previous 2021 GMC Duramax, Tim appreciates its ease of maintenance and the internal design that prevents fluid degradation. He highlights the anticipated benefits of the Banks transmission pan for simplifying maintenance and providing superior cooling and fluid distribution, crucial for his work towing heavy equipment with his Clean Slate Brush Control company.

January 24, 2025

Manual Bronco Gets Intelligent Boost

The manual transmission Ford Bronco, particularly those with larger tires and aftermarket modifications, often suffers from noticeable throttle lag. By installing a Banks Power PedalMonster, drivers can experience a significant improvement in throttle response. The PedalMonster connects via the OBD-II port and offers various customizable modes, eliminating the factory dead pedal feel and providing more immediate and controlled acceleration, which is especially beneficial for manual transmission vehicles.

January 24, 2025

Ram-Air, The Finishing Touch

ARod, a Ford Senior Master Tech, installs a Banks Ram-Air Intake on a 2019 Ford F-350 Power Stroke. The installation is described as the “finishing touch” to previous work on the truck. ARod notes that Banks provides good instructions on their website and walks viewers through the process, highlighting differences in the 2017-2019 models. The video details the removal of the old air filter system, modifications to the battery tray, and the installation of the new Banks Ram-Air Intake.

January 24, 2025

Big Cooling For Cummins

The Banks Intercooler Upgrade for the 2013-2018 Ram 2500/3500/4500/5500 with the 6.7L Cummins offers superior performance compared to stock and competitors. It improves power, torque, and fuel economy, while also reducing exhaust gas temperatures (EGTs) and preventing engine derate. Testing was performed under realistic conditions to ensure accurate results. The intercooler flows 48% better than stock and adds a calculated +27 hp and +51 lb-ft.

January 24, 2025

We Twin-Turbo’d Leno’s V12 Hemi

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.

January 17, 2025

Like Son, Like Father

Alan Nichols and his father upgraded their Chevy Silverados (a 2021 and a 2023) with several Banks Power products, including the Ram-Air Intake System, Boost Tube Upgrade Kit, and Monster-Ram Turbo Inlet Elbow, noting significant improvements in cooling. Alan also installed a PedalMonster, which eliminated turbo lag and greatly enhanced towing performance, making it effortless to maintain speed even on steep grades. Additionally, he replaced his Edge CTS3 with the Banks iDash SuperGauge for its superior performance and ease of use, allowing him to monitor various engine parameters, including boost tube temperatures.

January 17, 2025

Dual iDashes are the Info Answer

Matt from LethalGarage installed dual iDash SuperGauges in his 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 3.0L to address the limited vehicle information available on the factory dashboard. The dual iDash setup allows for monitoring a wide array of data points and alerts simultaneously, providing a comprehensive overview of vehicle performance. The installation process was noted to be simple.

January 17, 2025