Category: Projects

The Duramax in the dyno cell, super-turbo first look

SUPER-TURBO | Building A Monster Truck 10

Banks Power is developing a supercharged, twin-turbo 7.0L Duramax engine for a monster truck. The engine features custom exhaust manifolds and large turbochargers to achieve 1200 horsepower. The team is excited to test the engine on the dyno and see its performance potential.

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852 Horsepower is reached on this episode of Killing a Duramax

852 HP: Killing a Duramax Part 11

Want to unleash the hidden power of your diesel engine? S&S Diesel Motorsport’s Denso injectors, proven to deliver 50% more flow, can be the key. See how our customer achieved a mind-blowing 852 horsepower with their L5P setup. Read the full story and be part of the journey to break 900hp! Upgrade your engine and join the high-performance community today!

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1981: Twin Turbo Regal Power

Did you know Buick almost abandoned V8s entirely in the early 80s? Instead, they offered a lackluster 3.8L V6. Enter performance legend Gale Banks. Remembering his success with Buick’s 1976 Indy Pace Car’s V6, Banks applied his twin-turbo magic to create a monster 439 horsepower engine! While the production models saw one turbo removed, these Buicks became icons of 80s muscle. Still searching for a powerful, head-turning classic? Look no further than the Buick Regal and Grand National!

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Cooler Oil: Killing a Duramax Part 10

Cooler Oil: Killing a Duramax Part 10

Uncover the truth about Duramax performance upgrades. This in-depth analysis compares stock vs. upgraded oil coolers and conventional vs. AMSOIL synthetic oil. We put these components to the test on the dyno, scrutinizing every detail with iDash data. See firsthand how these changes impact horsepower, RPM, and engine health. Discover if the hype around the 2020 oil cooler and synthetic oil is justified.

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New Turbo: Killing A Duramax Pt 5

Gale Banks and Diesel World Magazine’s Adam Blattenberg discuss the future of the “Killing A Duramax” series. With the stock turbo reaching its limits, a new Precision turbocharger is the next step to unlock more horsepower from the L5P Duramax engine.

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1989 GMC Syclone Land Speed Truck

Banks Power: From Big Block Dreams to Unexpected Speed Records

Gearheads, listen up! Buckle up for a story of innovation and hot rodding ingenuity. Banks Power aimed to build a monster of a land-speed record truck: a twin-turbocharged, all-wheel drive Sierra with a massive 502 cubic inch engine. But fate (and GM) had other plans.

Enter the underdog: a humble S-15 mini-truck. Using clever engineering, Banks “supercharged” the engine naturally, cramming cold air through a custom intake to squeeze out more power. The result? The Syclone smashed five speed records, including a whopping 204 mph two-way average! This underdog story proves sometimes the most unexpected rides become legends.

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Damage Check: Killing a Duramax

Damage Check: Killing a Duramax Part 9

Wondering how to supercharge your L5P engine? Gale and the team dive deep into maximizing horsepower with high-flow injectors, precision engine diagnostics, and a healthy dose of skepticism. From cylinder pressure checks to internal inspections, no stone is left unturned in the pursuit of 800 horsepower. Learn how advanced tools like borescopes and pressure transducers can reveal your engine’s true potential. Ready to push your ride to the limit? Don’t miss this episode!

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711 Horspower: Killing a Duramax

711 Horsepower: Killing a Duramax Part 8

Stock Duramax Engine Pushed to 711 HP! Want to unleash the hidden power in your Duramax? Watch Gale Banks upgrade a stock L5P to a monstrous 711 horsepower with a new turbo, fueling components, and expert tuning. See how it’s done and learn the secrets to unlocking serious power gains in your own vehicle!

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Gale explores his patent-pending concept of intercooler rating system for the iDash

Intercooler Rating | Building a Monster Truck 8

Boost Up Efficiency, Not Just Numbers: Banks Debuts Intercooler Rating System

Forget the outdated focus on boost alone! Banks Power’s latest video series episode dives into intercooler efficiency, a critical factor for maximizing power in your vehicle. Their patent-pending Intercooler Rating System (IRS) utilizes the iDash data monitor to accurately measure intercooler performance – air or liquid-cooled – demonstrating the significant impact proper air cooling has on power gains at any boost level. Watch how the IRS helps squeeze every ounce of power from your engine, not just push meaningless boost numbers.

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1988 Boosted DeLorean

Back to the Future DeLorean: From Flop to Time Travel Legend

The iconic DeLorean time machine from Back to the Future was more than just a movie prop. Though initially a commercial disappointment due to its hefty price tag and underwhelming performance, the DeLorean’s unique design and pop culture association skyrocketed its fame. Doc Brown’s modifications, however, were purely fictional. In reality, DeLorean never reached 88 mph on flaming tires… but its gull-wing doors and stainless steel body are forever etched in automotive history.

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