Banks Power for Diesel Pushers
Many lower-and midpriced diesel motorhomes have just enough power to get where you’re going, but hitch up a trailer or dinghy or head for the mountains, and you’ll be wishing for more zip.
July 1, 2016
The 6-71 Jimmy Blower and My Pal Bruce
Gale Banks shares his early experiences with forced induction and air density. He discusses his time racing at Bonneville and the challenges of achieving high speeds in low-density air. He explains how he used a “poor man’s supercharging system” to improve air density and boost performance. Gale emphasizes the importance of air density in engine performance and how forced induction can significantly improve it. He hints at a new way of measuring air density potential, suggesting a groundbreaking approach to engine tuning and performance optimization.
June 1, 2016
The Boost Gauge is Dead To Me!
Gale Banks, a pioneer in automotive and marine engine technology, founded Banks Power in 1956. The company’s commitment to innovation and performance is evident in their cutting-edge products, including performance upgrades, marine engines, and military and commercial vehicle solutions.
May 31, 2016
Air Mods On the Move
Today is a happy day for some folks. We’re shipping out a few pallet loads of air improvements. If you’re waiting for your intake and/or exhaust kit, it should soon be there. The quickest way to improve your vehicles power potential is to let it breath. A Banks Power intake and exhaust system is the best solution to your wheezy factory setup. We’re stocked to the rafters, for now.
April 19, 2016
Banks Powered KROQ Truck Comes Back for a Visit
Looking to transform your truck from stock to showstopping? Banks Power can help! We took Jay “Lightning” Tilles’ KROQ Chevy Duramax from ordinary to the fire-breathing “ROQ Crusher” with a monster 635hp and 1,150 lb-ft of torque. From performance upgrades like our 5″ exhaust and Ram-Air Intake to dyno testing and custom touches, Banks Power has the expertise to turn your truck into a beast. Let us unleash the hidden potential in your vehicle!
March 1, 2016
Basic Air and Tuning Upgrades via Banks Power
This month, we dive into the buildup of yet another Ford 6.0L Power Stroke to help show that even though they may be known for their problems, they can be great workhorses with low initial investments and the right aftermarket products.
September 6, 2015
Gale Banks Needs Some Help!
Automotive Firmware Engineers Wanted! Design cutting-edge engine control systems at Banks Power in sunny SoCal. Our team is developing innovative products for high-performance vehicles, working directly with our test fleet and leveraging cutting-edge technology. If you’re passionate about engines and want to push the boundaries of performance, join Banks and be part of the future!
August 29, 2015
Banks Needs Vehicles for Testing New Products at our Azusa, CA facility
Upgrade Your Ride with Cutting-Edge Tech: Be a Banks Power Test Pilot!
Gearheads and car enthusiasts, want to be part of the action? Banks Power, a leader in automotive performance parts, is looking for vehicles to test their latest innovations. Fill out a quick form to see if your car or truck qualifies for the Banks Power Test Pilot Program and get a chance to be outfitted with cutting-edge performance upgrades under the hood of the engineers who develop them! This is your opportunity to be at the forefront of automotive technology and potentially boost your
August 11, 2015
ROQ Crusher
Jay “Lightning” Tilles of KROQ fame brought us a bone-stock 2006 Duramax Dually which we transformed into the fire-breathin’ behemoth. When Jay Tilles (AKA Lightning from a local
October 1, 2014
2013 Ford F-150 FX2 EcoBoost – Project GT-150 Wrap-up
Bringing Ford Performance Full Circle … with the Banks Ram-Air Intake System.
June 19, 2014