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The Banks Power Ram-Air Intake system for 1994-2002 RAM 5.9L engines improves intake airflow, drawing in dense air for increased power and fuel economy. Unlike “filter on a stick” intakes, it avoids drawing in heat. The system features a large conical filter and an optimized intake tube design for maximum flow.
Gale Banks addresses the misconception that upgrading a RAM’s intake elbow is pointless due to head flow limitations. He clarifies the difference between CFM (cubic feet per minute – volume) and MAF (mass air flow), explaining that while CFM might be fixed at a given RPM, MAF can be increased by improving air density. The Banks Monster-Ram intake elbow achieves this by significantly increasing mass flow (88.3% over stock at the same pressure drop), allowing for more fuel to be added and thus increasing power. Additionally, the Monster-Ram eliminates the risk of grid heater bolt failure by replacing the stock grid heater with a high-flow billet intake plate and a relocated coil heater.
The article highlights Jay Bourgeois’ positive experience with Banks Power products on his 2018 Silverado HD. After installing a Banks Ram-Air Intake and experiencing improved performance, he added a PedalMonster and iDash. He praises the PedalMonster’s superior throttle control compared to his previous JMS PedalMAX and the iDash for providing crucial vehicle information.
The article details the installation of a Banks Ram-Air Intake system on a 2024 Chevy/GMC Duramax 6.6L. It highlights the restrictive nature of the stock intake and how the Banks system, with its larger filter, streamlined design, and enclosed housing, significantly improves airflow to the engine. The installation process is described as straightforward, and the benefits include increased engine breathing, potentially leading to improved performance and efficiency.
The article discusses common airflow restrictions in the Ford 6.0L Power Stroke engine, specifically the stock air intake and intercooler systems. It highlights how the Banks Ram-Air Intake and Techni-Cooler intercooler address these restrictions, improving airflow and engine performance. The Banks intake features a larger filter and streamlined design, while the Techni-Cooler offers a significantly larger core for better cooling.
Banks Power is helping Leonard Petroleum Equipment protect their $2.7 million fleet of 45 RAM trucks from engine damage caused by a faulty grid heater bolt. The Banks Monster-Ram intake eliminates the problematic grid heater assembly found in 2007-2024 RAM 6.7L Cummins engines, improving air mass flow and preventing potential engine failure.
This article details the installation of a Banks iDash 1.8 DataMonster on a 2008 Pontiac G8 GT with an L76 6.0L engine. The iDash is used to monitor various engine parameters, including air-fuel ratio, knock, and transmission temperature, providing valuable data for performance tuning and diagnostics. The installation process is described as relatively straightforward, involving connecting the iDash to the vehicle’s OBD-II port and, in this case, adding an optional analog sensor module for wideband air-fuel ratio monitoring.
This article emphasizes the importance of a clean Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor for optimal engine performance. It explains how the Banks MAP Sensor Relocation Kit moves the sensor away from the dirty intake air stream, preventing buildup and ensuring accurate readings. This leads to improved fuel economy, power output, and overall engine reliability.
This article showcases the installation of a Banks Monster-Ram intake on a highly modified 2006 Dodge RAM 2500. The Monster-Ram is highlighted for its improved airflow and its ability to support the truck’s significant performance upgrades, including twin turbos and other modifications.