Whipple Vs. Roots | Building a Monster Truck 7
After killing the Roots-style 10-71 supercharger, Gale decided to switch to a screw-style 5.0L Whipple. To truly know which is better, he compares the two side-by-side
October 14, 2019
KILLED Supercharger | Building a Monster Truck 6
Gale Banks faces a challenge: reducing the insane temperatures generated by his roots-style supercharger on a monster truck engine.
September 17, 2019
Corvette C8 Prelude
Discover the forgotten blueprint for American performance. Before the Corvette C8 redefined the sports car landscape, another mid-engine marvel captured imaginations. The AREX, a groundbreaking prototype, showcased the potential of American muscle in a revolutionary layout. Powered by a monstrous GM-built engine and boasting a lightweight design, this forgotten gem foreshadowed the future of performance driving. Learn how this lost chapter in automotive history influenced the industry titans and continues to inspire enthusiasts seeking the ultimate driving experience.
September 9, 2019
Spool is in Session: Killing a Duramax Pt 7
Gale Banks and Kory Willis from PPEI discuss their plans to push the limits of a Duramax engine. They delve into topics like intercooler efficiency, data logging with the iDash, and optimizing airflow to the cylinders. The goal is to achieve maximum performance while maintaining engine reliability.
August 28, 2019
65% Better: Killing a Duramax Pt 6
Looking to Unleash More Power from Your Engine?
Gale Banks compares a stock turbo to a new Precision turbo and the results are staggering: a massive 65% improvement! This high-performance upgrade delivers not just incredible power (pushing a Duramax past 600hp), but also increased efficiency with lower fuel consumption and exhaust temperatures. Learn more about how the right turbocharger can transform your vehicle’s performance!
August 16, 2019
First Fire | Building a Monster Truck 5
Supercharger Challenge: Banks Engineering Tackles High Intake Temps on Dyno Test
See a supercharged Duramax engine roar to life on the dyno, but will high intake temperatures throw a wrench in the plans? Watch Gale Banks and his team identify a critical issue and explore solutions to optimize performance. This episode is perfect for gearheads looking to upgrade their vehicle’s power and for anyone interested in the engineering challenges of superchargers.
August 16, 2019
Time Machine
955 hp Woods-Banks IMSA MonzaThe 1978 Woods-Banks Dekon Monza featured the first Banks automotive twin-turbocharged system. The Monza’s engine was based on one of the first five
July 12, 2019
CAM SCIENCE! Killing A Duramax Pt 14
Unleash your Duramax L5P’s full potential with expert insights from Gale Banks and Comp Cams. Dive deep into the science of diesel combustion as Gale decodes the intricacies of squish, swirl, valve timing, and more. Discover why stock pistons reign supreme and how this groundbreaking camshaft collaboration is set to revolutionize performance. This isn’t just information; it’s the engineering goldmine every Duramax owner craves.
July 3, 2019
Starving the Monster: KILLING A DURAMAX Pt 4
Gale Banks explores the importance of air density in engine performance on episode four of Killing a Duramax. He demonstrates how a restrictive intake can significantly reduce power output. By analyzing data from the iDash, he highlights the impact of air density on turbocharger efficiency and overall engine performance. The next step in the project is to upgrade the turbocharger to further increase power and efficiency.
July 1, 2019
NEW CAMSHAFT! Killing A Duramax Pt 13
Banks Power is pushing the limits of the Duramax L5P engine, aiming for a 1,000 horsepower milestone with stock internals. The team is focusing on camshaft upgrades and fuel system modifications to achieve this ambitious goal. Stay tuned for the latest updates on this exciting project.
May 23, 2019