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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.
The article details the installation of a Banks Ram-Air Intake system on a Jeep Wrangler 2.0L turbo. It highlights the restrictive nature of the stock intake and how the Banks system, with its larger filter and streamlined design, significantly improves airflow. The installation process is described as straightforward, and the benefits include increased engine breathing, potentially leading to improved performance and efficiency.
This article discusses common issues with Allison 1000 transmissions, particularly in modified Duramax trucks, including slipping, overheating, and torque converter failure. It highlights how Banks Power’s TransCommand transmission controller addresses these problems by optimizing shift points, increasing line pressure, and improving overall transmission management. The article showcases how TransCommand can extend the life and improve the performance of Allison 1000 transmissions, especially in high-performance applications.
Jeep’n Jason from AutoEdits YouTube channel demonstrates the easy installation of a Banks Ram-Air Intake on a Jeep Wrangler JK 3.6L. He highlights the improved performance, enhanced interior sound, and the ability to hold a gear longer, making it a rewarding upgrade. The kit is also 50-state legal.
The article discusses a design flaw in the factory oil pan of many vehicles, where a “trapped oil” area prevents complete drainage during oil changes. The Banks CoolRunner oil pan is presented as a solution, featuring a patented design that eliminates this trapped oil, ensuring a more complete and cleaner oil change. The article highlights the importance of removing contaminants and sludge from the engine and showcases the CoolRunner’s ability to do so.
Banks Monster-Ram intake prevents heater grid failure in 2007.5-2024 Ram Cummins engines. The Monster-Ram eliminates the failure-prone factory heater grid with a high-flow billet intake plate, improving airflow from the intercooler by 88.3% over stock. This upgrade enhances engine response, efficiency, and adds headroom for daily driving and heavy hauling, ultimately protecting the engine from potential damage.