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What a Long, Strange Trip its Been

Throwing a bunch of guys together for a seven day, 1,700-mile tour is bound to have its ups and downs. This sign found in Joe’s Crab Shack in Kissimmee, Florida on the last day of Power Tour says it all. The merry bunch of Banks employees (and journalists) that traveled with us now share a common bond and many memories that will last a lifetime.

We did the ‘long haul’ with virtually no problems to speak of and the 2005 Hot rod Magazine Power Tour was a great success. It was an excellent way for Gale Banks Engineering to meet its customers and make new friends and champions for our current and future products.

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June 28, 2005

Air Travel Hell: Hot Rod Magazine Power Tour (Pre-Tour)

Upgrading your ride can turn a stressful journey into a smooth cruise. Avoid cramped legroom, unreliable shuttles, and noisy neighbors with a powerful, fuel-efficient vehicle. The Hot Rod Magazine Power Tour showcases tricked-out cars and trucks that are built for performance and comfort. Check back for more details on how to transform your car into a road warrior!

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June 4, 2005

A Ragin’ Good Read

Stock Dodge Dominates Baja 1000: Can Your Truck Handle It? [Baja 1000, Off-Road Racing, Dodge Trucks]

Believe it or not, a near-stock Dodge truck conquered the legendary Baja 1000! Read how Kent Kroeker’s street-legal Dodge raced 1,000 grueling miles, finishing 3rd in class against factory-backed teams. This Four Wheeler article explores the secrets behind his success, offering valuable insights for off-road enthusiasts looking to push their trucks to the limit. Upgrade your ride and unleash its potential – read the full story now!

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May 2, 2005

Banks Sidewinder All-Terrain Trucks

Banks Sidewinder All-Terrain, industry’s first diesel-tuner truck packages Banks Sidewinder All-Terrain packages debuted on Hot Rod Magazine’s Power Tour 2005, and Banks’ Power Stroke 6.0L, Duramax and

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January 1, 2005

Banks Sidewinder Dakota

This is the truck that shattered existing speed records – and people’s perception of diesel performance. Cummins diesel-powered Project Sidewinder set five land-speed records and became the World’s

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January 1, 2002

Why Diesels Make So Much Torque

For those used to gasoline engine torque numbers, diesel torque verges on the unbelievable. Most competitors at Bonneville aren’t street legal, and most arrive on a trailer.

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December 31, 2000

Truck Stop

Banks PowerPack for Cummins 24-valve diesel trucks. Dodge 24-valve Diesel Hop-upDodge’s 5.9-liter Cummins diesel engine has been a venerable workhorse since it was first introduced in the

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July 31, 2000