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LB7 Gets Fresh Air

David from Willomet Motor & Fab upgraded his 2001 Duramax LB7 with a Banks Ram-Air Intake for easier towing. He saw a ¾ MPG increase and improved throttle response.

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Monster-Ram Now Emissions Compliant

The Banks Monster-Ram intake elbow is now 50-state emissions compliant for 2017-2024 Chevy/GMC Duramax 6.6L pickups. It offers better throttle response and acceleration without turbo compressor surge.

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Your Boost Gauge is Bogus.

Traditional boost gauges only measure air pressure, while engines rely on Manifold Air Density (MAD). The Banks iDash measures MAD, considering pressure, temperature, and humidity for a more accurate reading.

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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

Travis from JT4x4offroading experienced a “night and day” difference after removing his PedalMonster from his 2023 Chevy Colorado Trail Boss for a week. He quickly reinstalled it due to the drastic change in driving experience.

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Better Breathing, More Power

Josh Buck’s 2022 Jeep Gladiator struggled at high altitudes until he installed the Banks Ram-Air Intake. Now, the engine breathes better, eliminating bogging and improving power.

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Gale does the impossible

Gale Banks proves it’s possible to improve airflow through a pipe by perfecting exit conditions using rocket nozzle technology in the Monster-Ram intake elbow. Testing shows it outperforms even a pipe with a diffuser.

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Ford’s turbo failure

Gale Banks revealed the 2011 Ford 6.7L Power Stroke’s Garrett turbo, featuring a double-sided compressor wheel. Turbo failures in 2011-2012 models were due to weak ceramic ball bearings.

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