Category: Vehicle

Something Powerful

Banks Power’s Ram-Air System for Ford Power Stroke trucks, focusing on increasing air density for enhanced power and fuel economy. The system includes a large-capacity air filter and an enclosed housing to prevent the intake of hot air. Drake’s positive review highlights the system’s easy installation and improved airflow. Banks Power aims to improve performance and driving experience while adhering to emissions standards.

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This fluid is trapped.

The Banks Ram-Air Transmission Pan allows for a complete fluid drain in vehicles equipped with the Allison 1000 transmission. Stock pans don’t allow for a full drain. This pan features a magnetic drain plug at the lowest point, facilitating a complete drain without pan removal. It also lowers fluid temperatures. Available for 2001-2019 Duramax, and coming soon for other models.

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’94 RAM Cummins Roars

Ted Soares upgraded his 1994 Dodge RAM work truck with a Banks Twin-Ram Intake Manifold and Quick-Turbo turbine housing. These upgrades were crucial for handling the truck’s heavy load, weighing over 15,000 pounds. The truck, a long-time companion of Ted’s business, received these enhancements to boost its power.

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CoolRunner Pan Impresses 

Tony Chumakov, from the Bimmer and Duramax maintenance and upgrade channel, installed a Banks CoolRunner Oil Pan on his 2017 L5P Duramax Silverado. The installation took 2.5 hours and was straightforward. Tony highlighted that the Banks pan’s design allows for a complete oil drain, unlike the stock pan which leaves about 0.6 quarts of old oil. He also noted the pan’s good fitment, clean draining process, improved heat dissipation, and the benefit of two additional quarts of oil capacity.

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LB7 Gets Fresh Air

David from Willomet Motor & Fab upgraded his 2001 Duramax LB7 with a Banks Ram-Air Intake System to improve its towing capabilities for his 1985 Diesel Chevy Suburban project. While not seeking massive power gains, David reported a ¾ mile per gallon increase in highway fuel economy and a noticeable improvement in throttle response, particularly in the mid-range. He also noted the easy 30-minute installation of the bolt-on system.

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Monster-Ram Now Emissions Compliant

Banks Power’s Monster-Ram intake manifold for 2019-2024 Ram 6.7L Cummins trucks is now emissions-compliant in all 50 states. This high-performance intake manifold improves airflow to the engine, resulting in increased power and torque. The updated design meets CARB (California Air Resources Board) requirements, ensuring legal use nationwide.

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Only Trusted Parts For His Truck

Jim Powell’s 2007 GMC Sierra 2500HD Duramax, bought new, now features Banks Ram-Air Intake, Differential Cover, and Monster Exhaust. These upgrades improved his in-town MPG from 14-15 to 17.7 and highway MPG from 17 to 21.7.

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A Week Without PedalMonster Is Too Long

After experiencing the enhanced throttle response of the Banks PedalMonster on his 2023 Chevy Colorado Trail Boss, Travis from jt4x4offroading had to temporarily remove it. He immediately noticed the return of the factory throttle lag and sluggishness, emphasizing how significantly the PedalMonster had improved his daily driving experience and off-road control. His week without the PedalMonster reinforced its value and the immediate difference it makes.

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Better Breathing, More Power

Josh Buck’s 2022 Jeep Gladiator felt underpowered at high altitudes during camping and rock crawling trips. After installing a Banks Ram-Air Intake, he experienced a significant improvement in the engine’s ability to breathe, resulting in readily available power and the elimination of bogging down, even in second gear. Surprisingly, along with the enhanced performance, Josh also noticed an increase in fuel mileage during everyday driving.

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Ram-Air Intake for 2020-24 Ford 6.7L

The Banks Ram-Air Intake system increases mass airflow by 36% compared to the stock intake, resulting in improved power and fuel economy for 2020-2024 Ford 6.7L Power Stroke engines. It features an enclosed housing to keep out hot air and a large-capacity air filter for extended service life.

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