Jay Leno's Tank Car Archives

Episode #1: Turbocharging Jay Leno’s Tank Car

Unleashing the Beast: A V12 Powerhouse Reborn

Ever wondered what it takes to transform a legendary V12 engine into a 1600+ horsepower monster? Join us as we dive into the intricate process of rebuilding Jay Leno’s rare AV 1790 Chrysler/Continental V12. From sourcing a spare engine to designing custom intake manifolds, we’re pulling back the curtain on a project that will redefine automotive performance. Stay tuned for the next installment where we tackle the challenging task of welding and machining these massive components.

May 9, 2016

Smoking Tire podcast

Gale is a featured guest on the widely popular and often times, irreverent, Smoking Tire Podcast.

Gale is a featured guest on the widely popular and often times, irreverent, Smoking Tire Podcast. And, this week joining Gale at the round table is Dan Neil of the Wall Street Journal. Many across the country enjoy Neil’s Rumble Seat column in the Journal.

The conversation between the two of them lasted nearly two hours and included such topics as Mike Ryan’s Banks Super-Turbo Pikes Peak Freightliner, Class-8 semi truck fuel economy and emissions, Banks StraightShot Methanol Water injection, design and its many applications, Jay Leno’s Tank car, diesel history, and Dan’s continued quest to drive a Banks powered vehicle at the Bonneville Salt Flats.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear Gale and Dan “motor” for two hours straight.

The Podcast can be heard at The Smoking Tire.com and ShoutEngine.com, it goes up at about 2:00 am Wednesday, 8/21.

UPDATE: The show is up on ShoutEngine.com

The in-studio gang from The Smoking Tire podcast—going counterclockwise starting at the bottom right are Matt Farah, Producer of The Smoking Tire.com; Gale Banks, Founder/CEO of Gale Banks Engineering; Dan Neil, writer for The Wall Street Journal; Thad Brown, cameraman for The Smoking Tire; Zack Klapman, writer/producer for The /Drive Network; and Chris Hayes, Founder/CEO of Shout Engine.

August 19, 2013

Adam Carolla’s CarCast with Gale Banks

Looking to upgrade your car or truck’s performance? Gale Banks Engineering in Azusa, CA specializes in high-performance parts and engineering for both gasoline and diesel vehicles. From Gale Banks’ record-setting diesel dragster to parts for Jay Leno’s tank car, their expertise spans across racing, military applications, and everyday car upgrades. Check out their YouTube channel to see their latest projects and learn how Gale Banks Engineering can help you unleash the power of your vehicle.

April 25, 2011

HURRY-HURRY-HURRY – Come see Jay Leno’s Tank Car Now on Display

Witness the Legendary Tank Car at the NHRA Museum

Jay Leno’s iconic Tank Car is now on display at the Gale Banks Engineering exhibit in the NHRA Motorsports Museum, Pomona, CA. This powerful steam-punk vehicle, enhanced with modern fuel injection and a twin-turbocharger system, is a must-see for any automotive enthusiast. Don’t miss this limited-time opportunity to experience this engineering marvel in person.

September 17, 2010

Wastegate Actuator Magic and the Jay Leno Tank Car Manual

Gale Banks discusses the intricacies of turbocharger actuation, including wastegates and variable geometry turbos. He shares insights from his experiences with high-performance diesel engines and provides a glimpse into the development of the iconic Banks Sidewinder Dakota. Additionally, the article delves into the history of the Tank Car project, a powerful military vehicle that was modified by Banks Power.

July 9, 2010