Project Master Page Archives

Banks Sidewinder Diesel Dragster Arrives

Gearheads and diesel enthusiasts, history was made in 2008 with the arrival of the Banks Sidewinder Duramax Dragster. This innovative machine, built with a lightweight carbon-fiber body and a powerful Duramax engine, aimed to smash drag racing records with a targeted top speed of 200 mph in the quarter-mile and an elapsed time in the 6-second range. Buckle up and stay tuned as this revolutionary diesel dragster roars to life, pushing the boundaries of diesel technology and speed.

June 19, 2008

Rampage Jackson’s ’08 Ford

Mixed martial arts hero, Rampage Jackson, took his ‘08 Ford Super Duty to Banks Engineering and had it fully worked over from head to tail. QUINTON “RAMPAGE”

May 31, 2008

Sidewinder S-10 Drag Truck Update

Gale Banks discusses the challenges of pushing the limits of the Sidewinder S-10 diesel drag truck’s engine. The high power output and extended injector on-time have led to piston erosion, requiring frequent rebuilds. The team is working on a new engine combination with improved piston design, fuel supply, and other modifications to achieve increased reliability and performance.

May 14, 2008