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We were honored to be invited to DMAX Ltd.'s family day open house. LokJaw, our supercharged Duramax diesel powered '66 Chevy, made a surprise appearance at the factory in which its engine was born. DMAX employees were as thrilled to see as we were to share it. #shorts

We were honored to be invited to DMAX Ltd.'s family day open house. LokJaw, our supercharged Duramax diesel powered '66 Chevy, made a surprise appearance at the factory in which its engine was born. DMAX employees were as thrilled to see as we were to share it. #shorts

The only OBD-connected throttle controller, PedalMonster is the smartest and safest device of its kind. It gives you the ability to custom-tailor your Toyota's response. Patented features like ActiveSafety health monitoring circuitry, Reverse Safety, and Adjustable Low-Speed Trim set it apart from all other throttle boosters. If your Toyota suffers from sluggish throttle response, this is the cure. And, it's warranty-friendly. After removal, it's undetectable. Enter your year, make, and model to see if there's one for your car or truck. 👉 http://bnks.pw/pedalmonster 🏁 Kills dead pedal 🏁 Gives you ultimate control over throttle sensitivity 🏁 Improves engine response time 🏁 Compatible with 100+ cars and trucks 🏁 30 unique throttle maps 🏁 City, Sport, Track modes with 10 unique levels each 🏁 Reverse Safety returns pedal to stock in reverse gear 🏁 Adjustable Low-Speed Trim prevents wheel spin at slow speeds, great for towing, sand, snow, or ice. 🏁 Warranty-friendly: No footprint left behind after removal

Gale Banks, the company’s founder and guiding light, turns 80 today. We yanked him out of a product-planning meeting for a surprise birthday party. Here is a short recap of the days festivities. Enjoy!

Do you want to simply watch the future of automotive performance unfold or do you want to be a part of it? Join the team that’s shaping the industry. We’re number one in aftermarket performance—and it’s our people that make it all happen. Come join us for all the fun, hard work, and triumphs. Banks offers a wide variety of employment opportunities at our 12-acre campus in Azusa, California. Browse available positions 👉 https://bnks.pw/jobs

When Banks engineers set out to design a Ram-Air intake for the 2017-19 Ford 6.7L Super Duty, they had one seemingly impossible challenge: to achieve higher air density at the turbo inlet than all competitors while keeping the airbox in the stock location behind the battery. As Power Stroke owners know, the battery is located near the front corner of the engine bay. This means air must pass above and/or below the battery to the airbox behind it. S&B chose to relocate the battery by having the customer attach a piece of supplied angle-iron to the thin firewall, cantilevering it over the engine. In our opinion, the battery is much too heavy and poses a danger if it were to break loose and fall. After all, many trucks see off-road conditions. These requirements would set our Mechanical Engineering team on a year-long mission of design, research and development, and on and off-road testing. The Banks Ram-Air out-flows and out-performs aFe and S&B with a 49% gain in MAF on the flow bench, and a 40% gain in intake air density when measured in real-world drive testing where temperature and humidity become involved. And best of all, it's 50-state emissions compliant. CARB E.O. D-161-132 Learn more: https://bnks.pw/3AsGGUN

The iDash DataMonster and iDash SuperGauge open a portal into the vital inner workings of your car or truck. Pick what you want to see, where you want to see it and how it’s displayed. Populate the screen with English or Metric units and choose from 100's of pre-loaded gauges. With up to 8 parameters at a time on each of its 5 customizable screens. That's 40 parameters viewable at the touch of a button! The iDash DataMonster adds powerful data recording. Simultaneously record up to 100 parameters of your choosing for over a month using the supplied microSD card. Play back the data right on the iDash itself or export to a computer. Open the data on Microsoft Excel, datalogviewer.com or any data log analysis app. Perhaps you have a pre-OBD-II vehicle, a boosted application, or any high performance racer where you are tuning for peak efficiency and power, iDash is the ultimate tool. Patented calculated parameters include Manifold Air Density, Boost Air Density, Ambient Air Density just to name a few. Did that new turbo add or subtract horsepower? The iDash will tell you. Use Banks 4Ch Analog, 4Ch Thermocouple, or 4 Ch Analog with Frequency modules to monitor anything your heart desires. The iDash also acts as the hub for all your Banks electronics. Raise the level of your Derringer or Six-Gun, control downhill speed with your SpeedBrake, or adjust PedalMonster sensitivity on-the-fly. Learn more about iDash https://bnks.pw/idash #idash #racecar #automotive

Brian tows a toy hauler and enclosed motorcycle trailer with his 2019 RAM 6.7L 3500 HD. As much as he loves the torque of the Cummins engine, he can't stand it's sluggish response. He came to Banks to add a PedalMonster throttle controller and iDash DataMonster. "The response is a lot better than stock that's for sure. I used to have so much lag. I think I need a 4-point harness," says Brian with a smile as he tries track mode. PedalMonster make Brian's truck feel considerably more responsive. PedalMonster is the world's only OBD-connected throttle controller. This umbilical cord to your vehicle's ECM allows it to do what no other throttle booster can. It makes adjustments based on your speed and gear. You can even adjust for auto or manual transmission. Learn more about PedalMonster and iDash https://bnks.pw/pedalmonster The iDash DataMonster measures 52mm (2-1/16"), and fits in all standard gauge housings. Reads 200+ OBD-II parameters and over 80 custom calculated parameters based on the vehicle. Play back data on the iDash itself of export to a computer for deeper analysis. iDash DataMonster https://www.bankspower.com/idash #ram #cummins #trucks

Since the birth of Hot Wheels in 1968, people from around the world have dreamt of having their vehicle transformed into a diecast 1/64th scale toy for all to play with. Today, that dream has become a reality for a select few. Recently, we were asked to enter LokJaw, our supercharged diesel-powered ’66 Chevy, into the Hot Wheels Legends Tour. Congratulations to the husband and wife team behind the winning ‘69 Buick Riviera. Learn more about Hot Wheels Legends https://hotwheelslegends.com The science and engineering behind LokJaw. Watch Banks Built Season 1. https://bnks.pw/banksbuiltseason1 Learn more about Banks' R866SC turnkey high-performance diesel engines. https://bnks.pw/engines Learn more about the iDash DataMonster https://bnks.pw/idash #hotwheels #bankspower #toys

When Banks engineers set out to design a Ram-Air intake for the 2017-19 Ford 6.7L Super Duty, they had one seemingly impossible challenge: to achieve higher air density at the turbo inlet than all competitors while keeping the airbox in the stock location behind the battery. As Power Stroke owners know, the battery is located near the front corner of the engine bay. This means air must pass above and/or below the battery to the airbox behind it. One of the competitors chose to relocate the battery by having the customer attach a piece of supplied angle-iron to the thin firewall, cantilevering it over the engine. In our opinion, the battery is much too heavy and poses a danger if it were to break loose and fall. After all, many trucks see off-road conditions. These requirements would set our Mechanical Engineering team on a year-long mission of design, research and development, and on and off-road testing. We proudly present Banks' innovative 50-state emissions compliant cold air intake for your 2017-19 Ford 6.7L. CARB E.O. D-161-132 Learn more 👉 https://bnks.pw/3ObAK74

Brand new for the 2020-2022 L5P platform, the Banks Ram-Air intake is a game-changer. With 2020 and up Duramax engines, GM has further tightened the allowable range for induction tuning. To counter this, Banks engineers have designed a new patented Air Mass Control Module that allows an intake design to go beyond these limitations for truly unmatched airflow performance. With a Big-Ass filter, huge induction tube, and a unique bellowed silicone coupler to allow for engine movement while tapering down to increase air density, your Duramax L5P engine will breathe easy and cleanly. Its enclosed airbox design keeps power-robbing heat away and attaches to the OEM hood and front ram air scoops for even better performance at speed. An extra side inlet opens up to the wheel well for fresh air and owners will enjoy stronger induction sound. US Patent #11,193,441 Learn more 👉 https://bnks.pw/3OqhPG3

Over a year in the making... LokJaw roars to life. "I've never had an engine that responds like this," says Gale Banks with a smile from ear to ear. "High-compression big block Chevy with a blower. This guy is the champion." Here’s your chance to hear the first of our forthcoming series of high-performance diesel turnkey (crate) engines. The exhaust note from all modern diesel engines is dampened by a turbo. There is no turbo to reduce the sound from this engine. The exhaust exits the engine through a set of custom headers, into a collector, and out to the world via twin Banks 5” Monster Exhausts. After Banks calibrator Jeff Lee tunes the engine, we'll be hitting the road. Subscribe so you don't miss any tire smoke. The science and engineering behind LokJaw. Watch Banks Built Season 1. https://bnks.pw/banksbuiltseason1 Learn more about Banks' R866SC turnkey high-performance diesel engines. https://bnks.pw/engines Learn more about the iDash DataMonster https://bnks.pw/idash 00:00 Intro 01:10 What’s been done since SEMA Show 04:58 Gale explains the delay 05:46 Revealing the supercharger update 07:19 Overdrive ratio 08:26 Relieving air pressure at idle 12:00 First fire #bankspower #supercharged #diesel

Here's what people at a Texas truck show think of our supercharged diesel-powered '66 Chevy C20. Stay tuned for LokJaw's first fire. Gale Banks does the honors as he fires it up for the first time. Spoiler alert: It's loud. To learn the science and engineering behind LokJaw, watch Banks Built Season 1. https://bnks.pw/banksbuiltseason1 To learn more about the first in our series of turnkey high-performance diesel engines, visit https://bnks.pw/engines

Banks Power is known far and wide as the premier designer and manufacturer of power-enhancing products for gas and diesel powered cars, light trucks, and motorhomes. Since the 1960s, Gale Banks' futuristic high-performance engines have broken new ground while shattering world records. This channel is your window into the world of Banks.

Thousands of truck owners upgrade to larger wheels and tires because they look good and/or offer greater ground clearance. Unfortunately, they're often heavy and diminish the truck's acceleration. The Banks Derringer inline tuner and PedalMonster throttle sensitivity controller restore the power and acceleration. They are also 50-state emissions compliant and warranty friendly. When removed, they leave no trace behind. Shop for your truck at www.bankspower.com Derringer tuner for 2020+ Duramax 🏁 50-state emissions compliant 🏁 Adds 81 hp, 144 lb-ft on 2020+ Duramax 🏁 6 power levels adjustable on-the-fly via iDash 🏁 Only inline tuner that Interfaces with OBD-II 🏁 Uses vehicle data to adjust tune in real-time 🏁 ActiveSafety failsafe circuitry 🏁 TransCommand protects transmission 🏁 Available for GM, RAM, Ford, and Jeep diesels PedalMonster 🏁 ONLY OBD-connected throttle booster 🏁 Instantly transforms hundreds of vehicles 🏁 30 sensitivity levels 🏁 Reverse safety returns your pedal to stock when in reverse (PATENTED) 🏁 Low Speed Trim allows you to reduce sensitivity below 10 mph. 🏁 Powered 12v from OBD, not 5v pedal circuit like the other guys 🏁 Active Safety failsafe circuitry 🏁 Supports hundreds of cars and trucks iDash DataMonster 🏁 The smallest, most advanced OBD monitor of its kind 🏁 Controls Derringer, PedalMonster and other Banks devices 🏁 Displays 2-8 gauge per page across 5 customizable pages 🏁 Displays hundreds of parameters, many patented! 🏁 Datalogs up to 100 parameters for hundreds of hours 🏁 View data on the iDash or transfer to a computer for analysis 🏁 Completely customizable, colors, layouts 🏁 Works with all 2008+ cars and trucks #engineering #duramax #liftedtrucks

Over time, a bolt in the 2007-current stock RAM 6.7L Cummins grid heater deteriorates, falls into the intake runner, and makes its way into cylinder #6. In many cases, it results in total engine failure. Many mechanics either aren't aware of the problem or do not take the engine apart to properly diagnose it. They simply replace the engine. Therefore, the problem persists. With the help of Protech Diesel Center in Kamloops, British Columbia, Gale Banks shows the problem close-up and reveals a cost-effective solution. Banks Monster-Ram for 2019-current RAM 6.7L https://bnks.pw/3mS9ZYn Banks Monster-Ram for 2013-18 RAM 6.7L https://bnks.pw/3uWqNjx Banks Monster-Ram for 2007.5-12 RAM 6.7L https://bnks.pw/3eoXTSP Protech Diesel Center 709 Tagish St, Kamloops, BC V2H 1B6, Canada protechdieselcenter.com (778) 471-6350 00:00 Intro 01:48 Bolt failure explained 02:28 Bolt failure example 03:28 Stock intake elbow removal 04:10 Closeup look at broken bolt 05:22 Head removal 05:41 Piston damage 06:53 Bolt wedged in piston 07:02 Look inside cylinder 07:14 Proposed solution #cummins #ram #diesel

As a three-time Ultra 4 (King of the Hammers) champion, Jason Scherer expects precise throttle response. Unfortunately, he doesn't get the response in most consumer vehicles, even a '22 Ford Raptor. So, he tested a Banks PedalMonster throttle sensitivity controller and was blown away. “Most of the time you’re not wide open throttle. You’re driving around town, you’re in and out of a parking lot. You’re trying to get through a corner and enjoy a mountain road… you’re doing quarter-to-half throttle and maybe three-quarter throttle and that’s where this makes such a difference. The Banks system is actually giving you the full travel of the pedal. The way that it’s done is by giving you response in the middle where you want and not where you don’t.” Learn more about PedalMonster and iDash https://bnks.pw/pedalmonster #raptor #ford #fordraptor

Motor Trend's KJ Jones joins Gale Banks. KJ's fox body is one of the internet's most famous Mustangs. The former Mustang 5.0 editor and now Diesel Power Magazine content creator, recalls the challenges of transitioning from gas to diesel expert. Gale Banks speaks truth to power, previewing his upcoming diesel vs electric argument, and explores Toyota’s groundbreaking diesel innovations. New podcast every week! Got a question? Email Gale at askgale@bankspower.com Speed School Podcast with Gale Banks audio feeds can also be found here: https://bnks.pw/podcast 00:00 Intro 00:20 Who is KJ Jones? 32:00 The infamous Mustang 40:10 From Mustangs to diesel 44:20 Diesel culture shock 52:14 Diesel versus electric vehicles 1:05:08 Banks does hybrid 1:06:55 Toyota's new diesel patent 1:08:04 3,336 horsepower Cummins 1:13:39 Rare GMC Syclone goes to auction 1:21:23 Jay Leno GMC Syclone story

Matt Gamble, Banks Engine Program Manager, joins Gale Banks to discuss the company's forthcoming turn-key diesel engines. Gale recalls his first engine build, a 31 Ford Model A, explains his love affair with racing '53 Studebakers on dry lake beds, and answers your tech questions. New podcast every week! Got a question? Email Gale at askgale@bankspower.com Speed School Podcast with Gale Banks audio feeds can also be found here: https://bnks.pw/podcast 00:00 Intro 00:30 Introducing Matt Gamble 03:18 Gale hotrods a Ford Model A 08:27 Falling in love with the '53 Studebaker 11:25 Gale is attracted to dry lake racing 13:11 NHRA needs electronic clutch control 19:05 Gale's first Studebaker racer 39:55 Street racing 46:23 Why Gale is fuel agnostic 50:40 Gale's supercharging history 53:11 Supercharging a Duramax 59:52 Listener Q&A

@Casey LaDelleof Cascade Heavy Rescue installs and evaluates a Banks Ram-Air intake, iDash, and PedalMonster throttle sensitivity booster in his 2014 RAM 3500 6.7L sneaker tow truck. The Bend, Oregon-based tow truck operator is known for rescuing smaller cars from places the official Oregon Search & Rescue doesn't have time for. Casey installs and evaluates the Banks equipment on his tuned RAM. Follow Cascade Heavy Rescue https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi_j5-BAoRO7n1pDDv920wQ Shop 2007-2009 RAM https://bankspower.com/collections/ram-6-7l-cummins-2007-2009 Shop 2010-2012 RAM https://bankspower.com/collections/ram-6-7l-cummins-2010-2012 Shop 2013-2018 RAM https://bankspower.com/collections/ram-6-7l-cummins-2013-2018 Shop 2019-2022 RAM https://bankspower.com/collections/ram-6-7l-cummins-2019-up

Gale is joined by grandson Erik Reider, Banks' Special Projects Lead. Erik and Gale explain how measuring CFM on an industry-standard airflow bench can be misleading. Measuring mass air flow is what the engine really cares about. The engine needs to know the mass of the air, not just its volume. "We're not talking CFM to the public anymore," says Gale. "We've used CFM because it's a convenient comparison. But our literature and website will all go to mass flow. If you want to compare your products to ours, you'll have to use mass flow. That's what the engine cares about. Or, we'll just compare your stuff for you." Gale also explains why innovation in the speed equipment industry is being stifled and how he aims to inject new ideas. New podcast every week! Got a question for Gale? Email him at askgale@bankspower.com Speed School Podcast with Gale Banks audio feeds can also be found here: https://bnks.pw/podcast 00:00 Intro 00:57 Why we supercharged a Duramax 02:00 CFM is a volumetric flow rate 03:00 Why CFM doesn't provide enough data 05:00 What is air density 10:40 Measuring Mass Air Flow 13:00 Adapting flow bench to measure MAF 21:00 MAF sensors 24:00 Devices that increase air density 26:00 Importance of air pressure 29:35 Flow bench does not measure flow 32:18 Smokey Yunick's crazy contraption 39:00 Monster-Ram MAF tests explained 42:00 Why innovation has ceased 49:00 Gale answers questions

It's exhilarating! PedalMonster makes your throttle respond the way the vehicle manufacturer should have. The new patented PedalMonster is the smartest and safest throttle booster available. It's the first-ever OBD-II data-connected intelligent throttle response controller for cars and trucks. When Gale and the Banks Engineering team discovered that all other throttle boosters were unsafe, they set out to design a better one. City, Sport, and Track modes provide 10 unique levels each of increasing intensity for both manual and automatic transmissions, making modern drive-by-wire cars and trucks feel more responsive than ever! Dead pedal is a thing of the past. PedalMonster’s internal circuitry is powered by the reliable +12 volt OBD-II connector. Competitive devices draw current directly from the low-overhead +5 volt throttle pedal circuit, often causing a check engine light and reduced engine power. And, after removal, no footprint is left behind, making it warranty-friendly. PedalMonster seamlessly integrates with Banks tuners, and exhaust brakes, and supports all popular cars and trucks, domestic and foreign, stock and tuned! Available as a stand-alone module, for use with existing iDash, with iDash SuperGauge, and iDash DataMonster. Find one for your car or truck here 👉 https://bnks.pw/pedalmonster #throttlebooster #electricalengineering #bankspower

Peter Treydte, Director of Emissions Compliance at SEMA, and former Banks employee explains EPA and CARB emissions testing and why it's so grueling. Gale discusses the past, present, and future of hybrid, hydrogen, diesel, gas, and electric vehicles. The two laugh about stories from Banks' early years. Gale answers your questions. New podcast every week! Got a question for Gale? Email him at askgale@bankspower.com Speed School Podcast with Gale Banks audio feeds can also be found here: https://bnks.pw/podcast 00:00 Intro 00:45 How Gale and Peter met 13:00 Peter learns about emissions 14:54 Gale's history with CARB 20:00 CARB compliance 25:40 History of SEMA 34:50 EPA emissions guidelines 54:58 The emissions test origen is hilarious 55:50 Gale's hydrogen BMW 68:23 Gale answers questions #diesel #motorsports #engineering

After selling his Banks-equipped 2021 Jeep Gladiator 3.0L EcoDiesel, Peter picked up a 2022 RAM 2500 6.7L Cummins with an AEV Prospector XL off-road package. Unfortunately, the downside of having 40" tires is a reduction in acceleration. Peter installed a PedalMonster throttle booster and iDash DataMonster. "There is no question about the throttle response and the performance. And the iDash validates everything that the PedalMonster does. It's a complete encyclopedia for all the data that I need in regards to this vehicle." Learn more about PedalMonster and iDash https://bnks.pw/pedalmonster 00:00 Intro 00:26 Installing PedalMonster 00:36 Calibrating PedalMonster 00:47 iDash overview 01:13 Stock throttle response 02:24 Sport mode review 02:40 iDash displays data 02:58 Track mode review 03:38 Reverse Safety

Tyson hauls machinery around Nova Scotia with his 2021 Ford F-450 6.7L Super Duty. After installing a new Banks Ram-Air system, he gives an in-depth review of the cold air intake. He also explains why he likes the PedalMonster throttle sensitivity boost and iDash DataMonster. Learn more about Banks performance parts that add power and improve fuel economy for 2020+ Ford F-250, 350, 450, 550. https://bnks.pw/38LNEsP Subscribe to Tyson's WorkPlayTV channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkE1wPmBvuaUI6dCh_j-OwQ