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PowerPDA on "TrucksTV"
The guys on TrucksTV have showcased the Banks PowerPDA vehicle command center a number of times, and here they are going over some of the highlights. (The PowerPDA has now been upgraded to the Banks iQ.)
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The right and wrong way to add horsepowerTruckUniverse: Watch the Banks Big Hoss Bundle get installed and tested on a 2006 Dodge Ram and see why airflow is the key to adding gobs of power safely and reliably. Also featured is the PowerPDA and Billet Torque Converter.
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LBZ tuner testing: Banks Six-GunLBZ tuners from competing manufacturers are put to the test at the NHRA 1/4 mile Auto Club Raceway. Same truck, same driver, same day... only the tuner is changed each run. Results for Banks: 14.75 sec @ 97.51 mph
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LBZ tuner testing: stock truckLBZ tuners from competing manufacturers are put to the test at the NHRA 1/4 mile Auto Club Raceway at Pomona. Same truck, same driver, same day... only the tuner is changed each run. Results for stock: 16.40 sec @ 86.18 mph
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Why an Intercooler Upgrade Makes Perfect SenseWatch Stacey David of TrucksTV explain why an intercooler upgrade makes perfect sense -- and power!
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Banks Brake on TrucksTVAs part of an episode on the Banks PowerPack, TrucksTV host Stacy David touches on some key points of the Banks Brake (the Power Stroke model is shown here).
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Twin-Turbo & Diesel Engine ProgramsAt the 2006 SEMA show, streetfire.net interviewed Peter Treydte of Gale Banks Engineering about twin-turbo and diesel projects.
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Banks Ram-Air Flow DemoCheck out the smooth, unrestricted flow of air. (Optional SuperScoop not available for all applications.)
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Banks Big Hoss Bundle OverviewThis video gives an overview of the Big Hoss Bundle, as installed on professional snowboarder Tara Dakides' truck. She's got an '03 Duramax, so there may be some variance between this Big Hoss Bundle and the one made specifically for other applications
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Diesel Particulate Filters: CoolCuffGale Banks talks with Sam Memmolo from Two Guys Garage about how Banks' new CoolCuff design adds performance and safety to DPF systems.
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exhaust: Ford 6.4LBanks Monster Diesel Dual exhaust on a Ford 6.4L truck.
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exhaust: Nissan TitanBanks Monster exhaust on a Nissan Titan truck.
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exhaust: Dodge 5.9LBanks Monster exhaust installed on a 2006 Dodge Cummins 5.9L. Single tip.
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exhaust: LMMBanks Monster exhaust on a Duramax LMM truck. Single exhaust.
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exhaust: 7.3L Power StrokeBanks Monster exhaust on a Ford 7.3L Power Stroke.
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exhaust: Ford F-150Banks Monster exhaust on a Ford F-150.
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Diesel Particulate Filters: testingThe EPA-mandated DPF created some challenges as well as opportunities. See what Gale Banks is doing to improve the performance and safety on the new systems.
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exhaust: Ford 6.0LBanks Monster exhaust on a 2004 Ford 6.0L Power Stroke. This is the single exhaust system, but a dual system is also available.
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exhaust: Toyota TundraBanks Monster exhaust on a 2007 Toyota Tundra 5.7L. This shows the dual exhaust, and a single exhaust version is also available.
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Ram-Air developmentGale talks with SpeedTV about what went into developing the Ram-Air cold air intake system. (Note: Some components or designs shown may not be available for all applications.)
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exhaust: Chevy gas 6.0L (single)Banks Monster exhaust on a Chevy 6.0L (this is the single exhaust - the 6.0L is also available with four exhaust tips).
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exhaust: Chevy 6.0L gas (quads)Banks Monster exhaust on a Chevy 6.0L (quads)
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More Power, Less SmokeTruckU: Upgrading the towing performance of an 08’ Chevy Duramax safely and explaining the new technology that goes into a Diesel Particulate Filter. Banks tuner, cold-air intake and intercooler are featured.
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Big Hoss Bundle installationMaximum airflow and ultimate power. Watch and learn the importance of airflow, how to increase your power output safely, why you need to upgrade your intercooler, cold air intake, exhaust... (this is a Duramax LMM, other trucks may vary).
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Torque Converter: on TruckUIf truck owners are doing heavy towing and/or racing with their automatic transmission-equipped truck, then they really need to consider upgrading to the Banks Billet Torque Converter. (Available for '01-09 Duramax, '94-07 Cummins, '94-07 Power Stroke)
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EconoMind on "TruckU"The guys on TruckU show how installing a Banks EconoMind safely improves power AND mileage.
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Big Hoss Bundle: Ford 6.0L (TrucksTV)Stacey David covers the easy installation and tremendous benefits of a Big Hoss Bundle on a Ford 6.0L. (Stacey called it a Six-Gun Bundle, but it is now called a Big Hoss Bundle as it contains the Techni-Cooler and High-Ram.) Originally aired March '04
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Twin-Turbo engines & kitsBanks Power twin-turbo Chevy small-block engines and kits are available to the public, and here on HorsePowerTV, Gale covers the turbo basics, plus how he creates staggering power gains.
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PowerPack for DuramaxInstall and benefits of the PowerPack shown on an '05 Duramax. This episode originally aired in April 2006.
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Big Hoss Bundle: Ford 6.0L (TGG)It's time for some serious power -- safe, serious power that you can only get from Banks. Two Guys Garage covers all the components that make the Banks Big Hoss Bundle the ultimate upgrade.
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PowerPack: Ford 7.3L"How to get some serious performance gains and not hurt the truck" with Stacey David and an '02 Ford F-250. He covers the function and benefits of the Banks Brake too!
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Xtreme4x4's Big Hoss Dodge pt2More building and final testing of the prototype Banks-powered Dodge Cummins that drove down to Mexico, raced and finished third in the Baja 1000, and then drove home. (From individual parts to the whole truck, everything you see can be yours!)
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Xtreme4x4's Big Hoss Dodge pt1Gale and the Xtreme4x4 team add a Big Hoss Bundle to an '05 Dodge and transform it from stock to desert race ready. This "Sidewinder All-Terrain" episode originally aired in March 2005.
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Big Hoss DuramaxAn '05 Duramax gets the Sidewinder All-Terrain treatment, featuring a Big Hoss Bundle. Originally aired in February 2005.
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RV Today features BanksIt's an old episode but what Gale explains about the principles of improving the performance in your RV still applies today.
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exhaust: Jeep 3.8LBanks Monster exhaust installed on a 2009 Jeep Wrangler 3.8L V-6.
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F-150 power upgradesThe guys at TrucksTV cover the benefits of the PowerPack, Stinger, Ram-Air, TorqueTubes and OttoMind Programmer for F-150's. This episode originally aired in October 2006.
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Six-Gun commercialThe commercial we ran on SpikeTV when the Six-Gun Diesel Tuner with PowerPDA was released. (The PowerPDA has now been upgraded to the Banks iQ.)
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Big Hoss commercialA TV commercial on the Big Hoss Bundle.
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Techni-Cooler: on TruckUAdding the Banks Techni-Cooler to your truck increases air density for more continuous power. The guys at TruckU explain how it works and why you need it.
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Ram-Air with SuperScoopRam more cold air into your engine with Banks Ram-Air intake system. Ram even more with the SuperScoop.
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6.0L exhaust on TrucksTVAs part of a Bundle install, Stacey David shows off the Monster exhaust for the 6.0L Power Stroke.
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Diesel Particulate Filters: Watch out!"Don't mess with the particulate filter," say the guys at TruckU. They suggest going with Banks Power for a good, clean tune and cooler, much safer temps.
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exhaust: Chevy/GMC 5.3LBanks Monster exhaust on a 2007 GMC 5.3L.
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Techni-Cooler: on Xtreme4x4The difference between the stock intercooler and the one by Banks is quickly made apparent by Ian and Jessi on Xtreme4x4.
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Torque Converter: on Xtreme4x4This is a great upgrade for any truck that sees serious duty, says Ian at Xtreme4x4. Watch and see why the Banks Billet Torque Converter can help prevent clutch failure, converter failure, and slippage.