FORD POWER STROKE 6.0L Part 3: Cylinder Head Install
This month we install the rebuilt heads using ARP studs and a new gasket set, and reinstall or replace valvetrain components as necessary.
December 1, 2009
FORD POWER STROKE 6.0L Part 2: Evaluating Injectors and Rebuilding the Cylinder Heads
Part two of the 6.0L Power Stroke re-build project, were we find out what failed and what didn’t, and see the opportunities for upgrades.
October 31, 2009
TOTAL TOWING CONTROL
Banks SpeedBrake Uses VGT Technology for Improved Stopping Power (on an LMM-powered Chevy 2500HD). Thanks to the diesel aftermarket, many aspects of our trucks can be improved
October 31, 2009
The Bosch-Banks Sidewinder Jetta TDI
Banks and Bosch teamed up to enhance a Volkswagen Jetta TDI’s performance and handling. The upgraded Jetta, featuring a Banks Tuner, Ram-Air Intake, and Stinger exhaust, impressed testers with its power, handling, and unique sound.
October 9, 2009
FORD POWER STROKE 6.0L Part 1: What Fails and Why
In this 6.0L Power Stroke re-build project, find out what failed and what didn’t, and see the opportunities for upgrades.
September 30, 2009
Adam Carolla Podcast with Gale Banks
Want to soup up your car or truck? Gale Banks, performance parts legend, joins Adam Carolla on Carcast to discuss new clean diesel tech, Banks Power products, and his crazy fast diesel drag vehicles! Learn how Banks gets extreme performance out of any engine, see his tricked-out VW Jetta TDI and monster S-10 drag truck, and hear all about Banks Power’s latest innovations.
September 17, 2009
Two SpeedBrake reviews
The Banks SpeedBrake is reviewed in Diesel World and in Trailer Life. (on a 2008 Chevy 2500HD then a 2006 Chevy Silverado). Note: The PowerPDA used for
August 31, 2009
August 31, 2009
Slow Down with SpeedBrake
The Sophisticated Engine Brake for Diesels (on an ‘07 Chevrolet Duramax).
August 31, 2009
Tow Rig Stopping Power
The Banks Brake with CBC-Smartlock makes the job easy (for the ‘04-07 Dodge Ram). We’ve been toying with this particular Dodge Ram 2500 for about a year,
July 31, 2009