Matt Gamble | Speed School Podcast Ep 8
Matt Gamble, Banks Engine Program Manager, joins Gale Banks to discuss the company’s forthcoming turn-key diesel engines.
June 17, 2022
Nothing but a little Hanky Panky
Gale Banks and Bruce Geisler’s iconic 1953 Studebaker, “Hanky Panky,” set multiple speed records at Bonneville Salt Flats. Powered by a twin-turbocharged 304 ci small-block Chevy engine, this legendary car pushed the boundaries of automotive performance in the 1970s.
June 25, 2020
1958: Gale Sells First Racing Engine
Teen Gearhead Scores Dream Car and Rare Indy Engine
Gearhead extraordinaire, Gale Banks, reminisces about his teenage love affair with a classic car and the legendary engine he acquired for it. His dream ride, a 1953 Studebaker Starliner, wasn’t just for cruising – it was a blank canvas for his mechanical ambitions. But fate had other plans. His chance encounter with a rare DOHC Indy engine, originally built for the 1952 Indianapolis campaign, presented a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. This unique piece of automotive history forever changed the course of Banks’ passion project.
March 5, 2020
The 6-71 Jimmy Blower and My Pal Bruce
Gale Banks shares his early experiences with forced induction and air density. He discusses his time racing at Bonneville and the challenges of achieving high speeds in low-density air. He explains how he used a “poor man’s supercharging system” to improve air density and boost performance. Gale emphasizes the importance of air density in engine performance and how forced induction can significantly improve it. He hints at a new way of measuring air density potential, suggesting a groundbreaking approach to engine tuning and performance optimization.
June 1, 2016
When it Comes to Racers…We Roll Our Own!
Gale Banks has a long history of building and racing high-performance vehicles. Over the years, the company has experimented with various fuels, including methanol, nitromethane, hydrogen, and diesel. Banks Power has also developed innovative turbocharging technologies and engine modifications to achieve record-breaking performance.
May 3, 2016
Fifty-six Years of Hanky Panky
Gary Vail’s 1953 Studebaker Starlight Coupe: A Hot Rod Masterpiece
Witness the epitome of automotive artistry and engineering with Gary Vail’s stunning restoration of a Raymond Lowey-designed 1953 Studebaker Starlight Coupe. This legendary hot rod, boasting a record-breaking small block engine and a storied Bonneville history, redefines performance and style. Explore the evolution of American automotive design and speed through this unparalleled masterpiece.
April 21, 2016
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
Dyno Bound
Revving Up Nostalgia: Gale Banks Engineering’s High-RPM Studebaker Project
Gale Banks Engineering is resurrecting a classic with a modern twist. Their latest project involves a ’53 Studebaker Starliner, a legendary aerodynamic beauty, equipped with an astonishingly small yet high-revving 258 cubic inch V8 engine. Designed to push the limits of nostalgic racing, this build promises an exhilarating blend of old-school craftsmanship and cutting-edge engineering. Stay tuned for more details on this thrilling project as it unfolds.
July 30, 2010
“Banks Power – The first 50 years” Opens at Wally Parks NHRA Museum
50 years of automotive and marine engineering innovation was put on display at the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum to honor Gale Banks and his achievements.
April 30, 2009
“BANKS POWER – THE FIRST 50 YEARS” OPENS AT WALLY PARKS NHRA MUSEUM – POMONA, CA
Pomona, California – – On Wednesday, December 3, 2008, fifty years of automotive and marine engineering innovation was put on display at the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports
December 12, 2008