LML upgrades
"Installed the Banks Ram Air as well as the Banks boost tubes when I got a cp3 swap. DEFINITE more power and significant increase in fuel mileage. Banks is the real deal"
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About This Product
Outflows stock and competitors up to 35 Percent Reduces exhaust gas temps (EGTs) Exclusive 5 inch bellows prevents component damage Cooler temps Cleaner-running engine Oiled or Dry Air Filter Element
Specifications
Testing, testing & more testing.
Banks Ram-Air Intake Systems are tested and proven. They start out as CAD software prototypes and are put through flow simulations. After a hardware prototype is made, it's tested on a flowbench. Then it's tested on the vehicle. And finally, Banks' density-tests the Ram-Air against stock and many competitors.
Proven design. Proven performance.
Banks Ram-Air Intake maximizes the flow of cool, dense air to the engine for greater power and fuel economy. Thanks to its enclosed cold-air housing, huge inlet with giant dome-shaped filter, and streamlined internal design, it flows 35% better than stock! In fact, it performs so well that it delivers greater air density to the turbo's inlet than all competitors tested.
Longer service life, too.
An aftermarket exclusive: with 5" bellows, Banks Ram-Air accommodates engine movement, which protects the components and extends service life. What's more, Ram-Air is designed to not cause fault or error codes.
It's all about density.
And Banks Ram-Air Intake delivers. The harder you work your truck, the more Banks Ram-Air Intake improves power and fuel economy!
Why It's Better
All 8 Intakes Perform worse than Banks!
7 out of 8 “cold air” systems actually increase temperatures above stock levels at the turbo inlet!
It’s good to be dense, all right. Check out our density ad for an informative look at intake airflow, air temperature and air density, and how they all come together in the Banks Ram-Air Intake.
Testing so good, it’s patented! Banks sets uncompromisingly high standards for testing. In fact, we were awarded an Engine Performance Evaluation patent from the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Check it out: Engine Performance Evaluation: US Patent # 7,254,477
Note: This illustration shows a stock LLY intake so yours may not be identical.
Overview Summary
We measured each intake’s effect on air density at the turbo compressor inlet. Intake temperatures will generally be higher than ambient conditions, but the more the system can duct cool air to the filter and preserve the cool temperature as the air is ducted to the turbo, the higher the air density will be. In addition, there will commonly be a pressure drop as air travels through the filter and the ducting due to any restriction that is introduced. If the design of the system can minimise the restriction and the pressure loss, air density will be preserved.
Test Setup
A 2006 Chevrolet 2500HD, 4 wheel drive, with a crew cab, six foot bed and automatic transmission was used as the test vehicle. A data acquisition system was used to measure vehicle speed via GPS, along with multiple temperature thermistors and extremely accurate pressure transducers. The total vehicle weight was approximately 19,000 lbs. Tests were run in 2WD.
Testing was conducted on a moderate hill on the northbound CA-57 in the city of Pomona. Speed was maintained at 45 MPH until the vehicle was adjacent to a pre-determined start point on the road. At that point, the accelerator was fully depressed and the vehicle was allowed to accelerate while climbing the hill. Test data was observed at the same vehicle speed in all cases, with the engine at 2800 RPM, the point of peak engine power. This data point occurred between 60 and 90 seconds into the run—sufficient time to allow the engine to reach a stabilized operating condition.
Bottom Line
Why on earth would anyone pay money for a product that kills power and mileage? It’s all about density — and Banks Ram-Air delivers.
NEW FILTER OPTIONS! Choose from the traditional red, oiled filter or the all-new black, dry filter. Plus, you can even get an extra layer of filtration protection by adding a pre-filter to your order.
Read more about developing and testing the LML intake!
LML
Duramax—Could it ever be better?
This Banks Ram-Air®
fits the following vehicles:
click to expand
Chevrolet
Chevrolet Silverado 2500
- Chevrolet Silverado 2500 | 6.6L Diesel 2014
- Chevrolet Silverado 2500 | 6.6L Diesel 2013
Chevrolet Silverado 3500
- Chevrolet Silverado 3500 | 6.6L Diesel 2014
- Chevrolet Silverado 3500 | 6.6L Diesel 2013
GMC
GMC Sierra 2500 HD
- GMC Sierra 2500 HD | 6.6L Diesel 2014
- GMC Sierra 2500 HD | 6.6L Diesel 2013
GMC Sierra 3500 HD
- GMC Sierra 3500 HD | 6.6L Diesel 2014
- GMC Sierra 3500 HD | 6.6L Diesel 2013
Installation and Support
Banks Ram-Air®
Oiled or Dry Filter, Cold Air Intake System
SKU
#42230
2013-2014 Chevy/GMC 2500/3500 6.6L Duramax, LML
Gain up to +39hp/+69lb-ft, 35% Less Restrictive
Lowers EGT and soot output
Limited Inventory
$429.00
MSRP:
$476.67
Choose Your Banks Ram-Air®
Add-Ons
50 state compliant
D-161-146
Banks Ram-Air®
About This Product
Outflows stock and competitors up to 35 Percent Reduces exhaust gas temps (EGTs) Exclusive 5 inch bellows prevents component damage Cooler temps Cleaner-running engine Oiled or Dry Air Filter Element
Specifications
Testing, testing & more testing.
Banks Ram-Air Intake Systems are tested and proven. They start out as CAD software prototypes and are put through flow simulations. After a hardware prototype is made, it's tested on a flowbench. Then it's tested on the vehicle. And finally, Banks' density-tests the Ram-Air against stock and many competitors.
Proven design. Proven performance.
Banks Ram-Air Intake maximizes the flow of cool, dense air to the engine for greater power and fuel economy. Thanks to its enclosed cold-air housing, huge inlet with giant dome-shaped filter, and streamlined internal design, it flows 35% better than stock! In fact, it performs so well that it delivers greater air density to the turbo's inlet than all competitors tested.
Longer service life, too.
An aftermarket exclusive: with 5" bellows, Banks Ram-Air accommodates engine movement, which protects the components and extends service life. What's more, Ram-Air is designed to not cause fault or error codes.
It's all about density.
And Banks Ram-Air Intake delivers. The harder you work your truck, the more Banks Ram-Air Intake improves power and fuel economy!
Why It's Better
All 8 Intakes Perform worse than Banks!
7 out of 8 “cold air” systems actually increase temperatures above stock levels at the turbo inlet!
It’s good to be dense, all right. Check out our density ad for an informative look at intake airflow, air temperature and air density, and how they all come together in the Banks Ram-Air Intake.
Testing so good, it’s patented! Banks sets uncompromisingly high standards for testing. In fact, we were awarded an Engine Performance Evaluation patent from the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Check it out: Engine Performance Evaluation: US Patent # 7,254,477
Note: This illustration shows a stock LLY intake so yours may not be identical.
Overview Summary
We measured each intake’s effect on air density at the turbo compressor inlet. Intake temperatures will generally be higher than ambient conditions, but the more the system can duct cool air to the filter and preserve the cool temperature as the air is ducted to the turbo, the higher the air density will be. In addition, there will commonly be a pressure drop as air travels through the filter and the ducting due to any restriction that is introduced. If the design of the system can minimise the restriction and the pressure loss, air density will be preserved.
Test Setup
A 2006 Chevrolet 2500HD, 4 wheel drive, with a crew cab, six foot bed and automatic transmission was used as the test vehicle. A data acquisition system was used to measure vehicle speed via GPS, along with multiple temperature thermistors and extremely accurate pressure transducers. The total vehicle weight was approximately 19,000 lbs. Tests were run in 2WD.
Testing was conducted on a moderate hill on the northbound CA-57 in the city of Pomona. Speed was maintained at 45 MPH until the vehicle was adjacent to a pre-determined start point on the road. At that point, the accelerator was fully depressed and the vehicle was allowed to accelerate while climbing the hill. Test data was observed at the same vehicle speed in all cases, with the engine at 2800 RPM, the point of peak engine power. This data point occurred between 60 and 90 seconds into the run—sufficient time to allow the engine to reach a stabilized operating condition.
Bottom Line
Why on earth would anyone pay money for a product that kills power and mileage? It’s all about density — and Banks Ram-Air delivers.
NEW FILTER OPTIONS! Choose from the traditional red, oiled filter or the all-new black, dry filter. Plus, you can even get an extra layer of filtration protection by adding a pre-filter to your order.
Read more about developing and testing the LML intake!
LML
Duramax—Could it ever be better?
This Banks Ram-Air®
fits the following vehicles:
click to expand
Chevrolet
Chevrolet Silverado 2500
- Chevrolet Silverado 2500 | 6.6L Diesel 2014
- Chevrolet Silverado 2500 | 6.6L Diesel 2013
Chevrolet Silverado 3500
- Chevrolet Silverado 3500 | 6.6L Diesel 2014
- Chevrolet Silverado 3500 | 6.6L Diesel 2013
GMC
GMC Sierra 2500 HD
- GMC Sierra 2500 HD | 6.6L Diesel 2014
- GMC Sierra 2500 HD | 6.6L Diesel 2013
GMC Sierra 3500 HD
- GMC Sierra 3500 HD | 6.6L Diesel 2014
- GMC Sierra 3500 HD | 6.6L Diesel 2013
Installation and Support
Overall rating: 4.897321 / 5 from 224 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
The Banks Ram-Air® enhances engine performance by reducing exhaust gas temperatures and improving airflow. Customers praise its easy installation, noticeable performance difference, and top-notch quality. The product also contributes to a quieter and smoother truck operation.
Summary topics
- Installation Fit (16%): Many customers remarked that the fit of the product was great and easy to install, with multiple reviews mentioning a perfect fit.
- Airflow Improvement (7%): It was noted by customers that the air provided by the product greatly improved air flow and performance.
- Performance Difference (9%): Customers loved the noticeable difference in performance after installing the ram air and the 3” pipe.
- Product Quality (13%): It was highlighted by customers that the product has top-notch quality and is easy to install.
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Review highlights
- "Great product, perfect fit in my lmm Duramax, and gave a good small sound after acceleration and improved mpg as well." —
- "Top notch quality, perfect fit and super easy install." —
- "Good quality construction and airflow is much better now" —
Reviews
Awesome product
"Installation was super easy with the digital instructions. Fitment is great. Love being able to hear more of the turbo spooning up."
2016 Duramax & Ram-Air
"High quality product and shipped in quality packaging. I had this installed along with a FASS system."
The quality is great. Really
"The quality is great. Really like the extras that came in the box too."
Good
"Saved my alot of fuel highly recommend"
Great Kit !
"Banks does not disappoint, I bought the ram air cold air intake for my 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Duramax and it was a very well thought out kit everything went together easy and the quality of the parts is outstanding! You can't go wrong with Banks."
Duramax Ram-Air
"I replaced a K&N cold air intake… Banks made it look like junk! Banks was designed for my vehicle, installation was easy with their clear instructions and photos… everything was perfect. I took the truck for a drive and was amazed at the difference in response! If you’re looking for a cold air intake system, Banks is the way to go… Just do it, you won’t be disappointed."
Banks cold air intake
"Design good. Install fairly simple. Computer does not like it and sends codes within 150 miles after install. And no fix for it besides erasing after engine light comes on. I have the pedal Monster installed and it trips the code even faster. Never had the issue on OEM intake w pedal monster. Would love to find a fix so I don’t have to remove the banks cold air intake. Hope to get answers. Thanks."
More better
"Huge difference (possibly because there was a mouse nest under my stock filter but let's not focus on that). I wanted more whistley noise and got it. I installed a straight pipe first, drove it for a week, then installed the banks intake on my LLY Duramax, and got more whistley noise as hoped for."
WORTH EVERY PENNY
"I just installed this on my 2002 Chevy 2500HD Duramax and all I can say is WOW! Well worth the money, noticeable power gains through the entire RPM range. EGTs are lower as well. I haven’t got a chance to calculate fuel efficiency but I’m sure there will be gains there as well…… as long as I can keep my foot out of it. I’ve already got straight pipes, custom tune and FASS fuel system but still had the stock air intake. This intake system truly unlocked the potential that was left lying on the table while using the stock system. VERY happy and VERY impressed. Gale Banks is an engineering genius."
