Banks Sidewinder All-Terrain trucks
The World’s First Diesel Tuner Trucks Banks Sidewinder All-Terrain packages debuted on Hot Rod Magazine’s Power Tour 2005, and Banks’ Power Stroke 6.0L, Duramax and Cummins Sidewinder
August 2, 2005
A Kick In The Gas
Improving your old 460 Ford’s torque and power with a Gale Banks PowerPack system Shown is our test vehicle–a 1996 Ford F-350 dually powered by a 460-cubic-inch
July 31, 2005
Torque Tough
Banks’ billet torque converter takes on big diesel power The Banks Billet Torque Converter is designed to withstand the stresses of high-torque diesel engines. A detailed eight-page
July 31, 2005
Gale Banks Engineering to Road-Race GM Diesel Pickup
Gale Banks is out to prove diesel engines are capable of high performance, and he’s proving it one racing venue at a time.
July 31, 2005
Banks “Rat Rod” Shop Truck
How the Banks Race Shop modified its twin-turbo “Rat Rod” pickup for the Hot Rod Magazine Power Tour
July 31, 2005
23.6 MPG from a Truck that Runs 222 MPH!
Want More Power AND Better Gas Mileage? It’s Possible!
Banks Power’s Sidewinder Dakota, the world’s fastest pickup truck at 222 mph, achieved an impressive 23.6 mpg during the grueling Hot Rod Power Tour. This powerhouse proves you can upgrade your vehicle for increased performance without sacrificing fuel economy. The secret lies in optimized airflow, a key principle behind Banks’ products that deliver both power gains and efficiency improvements of 10-20% for many customers.
July 28, 2005
Project Sidewinder’s First Drag Race
The Banks Sidewinder made its first drag racing appearance at Bandimere Raceway in Denver, Colorado. On July 27, the Banks Sidewinder made its first drag racing appearance
July 26, 2005
High School Biodiesel Brain Power
Gabrielino High School’s Eco-Fuel Research Project: A Blueprint for Biodiesel Education
Tired of backyard biodiesel experiments that fall short? Gabrielino High School’s project stands out. Led by Technology Teacher Michael Winters, students are producing ASTM-standard biodiesel fuel in a controlled, educational setting. This initiative not only teaches about alternative fuels but also fosters a deeper understanding of energy efficiency and environmental impact. As these students graduate, we can expect a new generation of diesel experts to fuel the growing light-duty diesel market.
July 20, 2005
The World’s First Road Racing Pickup Truck
Gearheads, rejoice! Banks Power unveils the world’s first diesel-powered road racing truck, the D-Max Type-R. This innovative machine boasts a twin-turbocharged Duramax engine for superior torque and fuel efficiency, promising to revolutionize endurance racing with fewer pit stops and quicker corner exits. Buckle up and follow the build progress on Bankspower.com!
July 6, 2005
Hopping Up the Turbodiesel
Dispelling the smoke about black, sooty smoke—and how to obtain maximum continuous, useable power from a diesel.
June 30, 2005