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Gale Banks discusses his “Banks 502” concept truck, a 1980s-era C1500 Silverado powered by a twin-turbocharged 502 cubic-inch V8 engine. This high-performance truck was part of a larger racing effort with GM, but the project ultimately took a different direction. The 502 concept truck remains a testament to Banks’ innovative spirit and his vision for high-performance trucks.
Gale Banks interviews Scott Birdsall, a renowned racer and Pike’s Peak record holder, on the Speed School Podcast. They discuss Scott’s racing history, including his iconic Cummins-powered 1949 Ford F1 truck, “Old Smokey.” Scott also reveals his plans to compete in the 2023 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb with a new EcoDiesel-powered Le Mans Prototype car.
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.
World’s Fastest Pickup Records: Syclone vs. Sidewinder
Discover the thrilling history of pickup truck speed records. From the iconic Syclone to the diesel-powered Sidewinder, we’ve dominated the Bonneville Salt Flats. Our legacy of performance and innovation is unmatched. Upgrade your truck and experience the power and capability that defines our brand.
Duramax Engines, Performance Legends, and Engineering Brilliance
Discover the power of Duramax with Banks. From custom Duramax engine builds to groundbreaking performance records, we’re redefining diesel. Learn about our history-making Syclone, a testament to our gasoline expertise. Explore exclusive videos featuring Senator Huff and industry insights. Don’t settle for ordinary – elevate your vehicle with Banks.
Product Review: Gale Banks Engineering’s PowerPack System For The ’94-’97 Ford 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel.
1990 Syclone LSR — World Record 204.145 mph “Banks team of Bonneville veterans’ fine-tuned race strategy tweaked the truck to top performance. It put GMC in a
Despite possessing the aerodynamics of a brick, Banks/GMC Syclone pickup truck tops 210 mph, becoming both World’s Fastest Pickup Truck and the first pickup to exceed 200