Rear differential cover was easy
"Rear differential cover was easy to install. The fitment was perfect. The over finished product was great."

Does Not Fit Any Super Duty With Rear Sway Bar
Does Not Fit Any F-350 DRW
Does Not Fit 2023-25 High-Output

When it comes to product development, we only make products that increase performance and beat the competition. So when
we tested the popular Diff Covers on the market, we were shocked to find out that they actually hurt performance. This
lead to the development of something so new and incredible that our performance design has a United States Patent.
Look, when we set out to build a product for your vehicle, we only engineer the best. What else would you expect
from a company with a winning legacy that spans decades. We are here to win, and we just did (AGAIN) in a huge way
Banks Ram-Air® differential cover extends lubrication life, retains fuel economy, and rejects heat faster than any other cover on the market.
The Banks Engineering team’s goal was to perfect fluid flow and reject BTUs from the fluid as fast as the ring and pinion puts them in.
If the fluid flow is impeded in any way, it results in resistance and aeration which reduce fuel economy and creates heat, thereby degrading the fluid and decreasing the lifespan of the gearset.
Thanks to its superior fluid and aerodynamics, the Ram-Air® Cover out-performs stock and flat-back high-capacity covers and does so with less lubricant.
Increased distance between service intervals and less lubricant means you'll save money while extending gear life.
Extra capacity "Flat-Back" covers have worse fluid dynamics than stock.
Effectively splattering oil at a wall reducing lubrication on key components and increasing wear-tear and heat.
With the proper distance between the ring gear and raceway, oil is lifted up and around the differential.
The internal fluid guides directs the flow exactly to where it's needed.
The competition has no way of directing airflow, their covers leave a deadzone so temperatures rise faster and fall slower, meaning your oil works harder and components wear faster, costing you fuel economy
The Banks differential cover is fundamentally different from its competition because it utilizes Ram-air scoops that direct air through channeled fins, cooling the differential and internal oil temperatures.
The Banks Ram-Air cover features deep external fins with 160% more exterior heat radiation surface area than Mag-Hytec, or over 5x that of the factory cover.
The 22 internal heat absorption fins add an extra 222.2in2 to pull heat, or almost 70% more area than stock.
What began with a simple question, resulted in millions of video views, innovation, and another patented Banks product.
All other manufacturers simply copied previous designs. They all run on the belief that "more oil means cooler temps."
The Banks Engineering Team uncovered two underlying problems with aftermarket covers; poor air flow and flawed fluid dynamics. The Banks Ram-Air® differential cover solves both issues.
Tests were performed on a stretch of California’s infamous Grapevine (Interstate 5) on the same truck, with the same driver and the same load, at the same time of day and same temperature
After testing covers with flat-backs and those with larger fluid capacities, it was apparent that these covers do not cool as well as advertised, suffer from poor fluid dynamics, and they all make no use of airflow to cool actively
We searched for information on every popular brand of gear oil. The only company with in-depth knowledge and the willingness to share it was AMSOIL.
They are every bit as thorough in their development as we are. The more info we discovered, the more we liked how AMSOIL designs and test their products.
If you want to see for yourself, here is a link to their 75w90 test results.
We decided to stick with the manufacturer's suggested viscosity and use AMSOIL Severe Gear Synthetic Extreme Pressure Gear Lube.
Fill level remains at the recommended levels as factory.
Check owners manual for
recommended fill
level for your specific vehicle.
Our patented Ram-Air scoops are designed to increase airflow over the rear differential without sacrificing ground clearance. In fact, our differential cover retains the same low point as factory and competitors.
In Black Ops, Machined, And Natural Aluminum
1985-2024 Ford Sterling Axle 12-bolt with 10.25/10.5 ring gear
Patented design cools 5X better than high-capacity covers.

Does Not Fit Any Super Duty With Rear Sway Bar
Does Not Fit Any F-350 DRW
Does Not Fit 2023-25 High-Output

When it comes to product development, we only make products that increase performance and beat the competition. So when
we tested the popular Diff Covers on the market, we were shocked to find out that they actually hurt performance. This
lead to the development of something so new and incredible that our performance design has a United States Patent.
Look, when we set out to build a product for your vehicle, we only engineer the best. What else would you expect
from a company with a winning legacy that spans decades. We are here to win, and we just did (AGAIN) in a huge way
Banks Ram-Air® differential cover extends lubrication life, retains fuel economy, and rejects heat faster than any other cover on the market.
The Banks Engineering team’s goal was to perfect fluid flow and reject BTUs from the fluid as fast as the ring and pinion puts them in.
If the fluid flow is impeded in any way, it results in resistance and aeration which reduce fuel economy and creates heat, thereby degrading the fluid and decreasing the lifespan of the gearset.
Thanks to its superior fluid and aerodynamics, the Ram-Air® Cover out-performs stock and flat-back high-capacity covers and does so with less lubricant.
Increased distance between service intervals and less lubricant means you'll save money while extending gear life.
Extra capacity "Flat-Back" covers have worse fluid dynamics than stock.
Effectively splattering oil at a wall reducing lubrication on key components and increasing wear-tear and heat.
With the proper distance between the ring gear and raceway, oil is lifted up and around the differential.
The internal fluid guides directs the flow exactly to where it's needed.
The competition has no way of directing airflow, their covers leave a deadzone so temperatures rise faster and fall slower, meaning your oil works harder and components wear faster, costing you fuel economy
The Banks differential cover is fundamentally different from its competition because it utilizes Ram-air scoops that direct air through channeled fins, cooling the differential and internal oil temperatures.
The Banks Ram-Air cover features deep external fins with 160% more exterior heat radiation surface area than Mag-Hytec, or over 5x that of the factory cover.
The 22 internal heat absorption fins add an extra 222.2in2 to pull heat, or almost 70% more area than stock.
What began with a simple question, resulted in millions of video views, innovation, and another patented Banks product.
All other manufacturers simply copied previous designs. They all run on the belief that "more oil means cooler temps."
The Banks Engineering Team uncovered two underlying problems with aftermarket covers; poor air flow and flawed fluid dynamics. The Banks Ram-Air® differential cover solves both issues.
Tests were performed on a stretch of California’s infamous Grapevine (Interstate 5) on the same truck, with the same driver and the same load, at the same time of day and same temperature
After testing covers with flat-backs and those with larger fluid capacities, it was apparent that these covers do not cool as well as advertised, suffer from poor fluid dynamics, and they all make no use of airflow to cool actively
We searched for information on every popular brand of gear oil. The only company with in-depth knowledge and the willingness to share it was AMSOIL.
They are every bit as thorough in their development as we are. The more info we discovered, the more we liked how AMSOIL designs and test their products.
If you want to see for yourself, here is a link to their 75w90 test results.
We decided to stick with the manufacturer's suggested viscosity and use AMSOIL Severe Gear Synthetic Extreme Pressure Gear Lube.
Fill level remains at the recommended levels as factory.
Check owners manual for
recommended fill
level for your specific vehicle.
Our patented Ram-Air scoops are designed to increase airflow over the rear differential without sacrificing ground clearance. In fact, our differential cover retains the same low point as factory and competitors.
Overall rating: 4.9792533 / 5 from 241 reviews.
The Ram-Air® Differential Cover Kit is highly regarded for its excellent quality, superior design, and ease of installation. Customers praise its well-made construction, perfect fit, and top-notch finish, making it a popular choice for upgrading standard parts.
Review topics: ["fit","instructions","looks","install","service","quality","design","issues","finish","difference","packaging","shipping","craftsmanship","fitment","performance","works","customer service","detail","video","price","staff","car","cover","upgrade","plug","banks","change","hardware","sight glass","oil"].
"Rear differential cover was easy to install. The fitment was perfect. The over finished product was great."
"I received and installed the Diff Cover on my 2017 F-250 6. 7 Powerstroke the other day. No noticeable difference in performance as expected but that is well made and with the drain plug, next diff change will be minutes and a pleasure to do."
"Perfect in every way, no leaks, no installation issues, and looks very nice. 12 bolt 2021 f-250 sterling axle"
"I usually don’t do aftermarket stuff to my vehicles, but when I do, the only one I trust is Banks. I have a few other things from Banks on my vehicle, and I’ve always loved it."
"This cover is awesome and built very well."
"Great design! If you are tired of always using high temp RTV to seal your cover. This is what you need to look at. 27 year old axle, fitment was perfect. The O-ri g doesn't leak. Don't be a fool. Put a cover on that you can see when the service needs to be done on the fluid. Make that service you do easy and simple. Far as how it flows air in and out I'm no expert but that's just an added bonus to the design. The serviceability is what should draw your attention, especially if you have an older truck that doesn't have a drain plug. The sight glass is another feature that just adds to the "wow they really thought this out factor". Having one of your intercooler kits on my truck is what sold me on a part that most think is just jewelry on your rig. Again fitment is spot on, features that actually help make service easy and yes the O-ri g seals and doesn't leak even a drop of fluid. Just spend the money, install it correctly and you won't have any regrets on your purchase. A must for older axles that want to replace your old stamped cover with something that just makes more and more sense as you install and service as needed."
"Easy install and will make replacing the oil way easier!"
"Just installed the cover, liked the fill port on the top and the O-ring seal."
"This Banks Diff cover is a serious piece of hardware. It is solidly constructed in a beautiful style. It changes the whole appearance of the axle. I also like the fact there’s a drain plug. Changing fluid with stock cover is a pain in the ass and time consuming. Installation was a breeze. I would definitely recommend this diff cover. I’m glad I made the purchase."
"Seems like a huge upgrade from stock."
Overall rating: 4.9792533 / 5 from 241 reviews.
The Ram-Air® Differential Cover Kit is highly regarded for its excellent quality, superior design, and ease of installation. Customers praise its well-made construction, perfect fit, and top-notch finish, making it a popular choice for upgrading standard parts.
Review topics: ["fit","instructions","looks","install","service","quality","design","issues","finish","difference","packaging","shipping","craftsmanship","fitment","performance","works","customer service","detail","video","price","staff","car","cover","upgrade","plug","banks","change","hardware","sight glass","oil"].
"Rear differential cover was easy to install. The fitment was perfect. The over finished product was great."
"I received and installed the Diff Cover on my 2017 F-250 6. 7 Powerstroke the other day. No noticeable difference in performance as expected but that is well made and with the drain plug, next diff change will be minutes and a pleasure to do."
"Perfect in every way, no leaks, no installation issues, and looks very nice. 12 bolt 2021 f-250 sterling axle"
"I usually don’t do aftermarket stuff to my vehicles, but when I do, the only one I trust is Banks. I have a few other things from Banks on my vehicle, and I’ve always loved it."
"This cover is awesome and built very well."
"Great design! If you are tired of always using high temp RTV to seal your cover. This is what you need to look at. 27 year old axle, fitment was perfect. The O-ri g doesn't leak. Don't be a fool. Put a cover on that you can see when the service needs to be done on the fluid. Make that service you do easy and simple. Far as how it flows air in and out I'm no expert but that's just an added bonus to the design. The serviceability is what should draw your attention, especially if you have an older truck that doesn't have a drain plug. The sight glass is another feature that just adds to the "wow they really thought this out factor". Having one of your intercooler kits on my truck is what sold me on a part that most think is just jewelry on your rig. Again fitment is spot on, features that actually help make service easy and yes the O-ri g seals and doesn't leak even a drop of fluid. Just spend the money, install it correctly and you won't have any regrets on your purchase. A must for older axles that want to replace your old stamped cover with something that just makes more and more sense as you install and service as needed."
"Easy install and will make replacing the oil way easier!"
"Just installed the cover, liked the fill port on the top and the O-ring seal."
"This Banks Diff cover is a serious piece of hardware. It is solidly constructed in a beautiful style. It changes the whole appearance of the axle. I also like the fact there’s a drain plug. Changing fluid with stock cover is a pain in the ass and time consuming. Installation was a breeze. I would definitely recommend this diff cover. I’m glad I made the purchase."
"Seems like a huge upgrade from stock."
Overall rating: 4.9792533 / 5 from 241 reviews.
The Ram-Air® Differential Cover Kit is highly regarded for its excellent quality, superior design, and ease of installation. Customers praise its well-made construction, perfect fit, and top-notch finish, making it a popular choice for upgrading standard parts.
Review topics: ["fit","instructions","looks","install","service","quality","design","issues","finish","difference","packaging","shipping","craftsmanship","fitment","performance","works","customer service","detail","video","price","staff","car","cover","upgrade","plug","banks","change","hardware","sight glass","oil"].
"Rear differential cover was easy to install. The fitment was perfect. The over finished product was great."
"I received and installed the Diff Cover on my 2017 F-250 6. 7 Powerstroke the other day. No noticeable difference in performance as expected but that is well made and with the drain plug, next diff change will be minutes and a pleasure to do."
"Perfect in every way, no leaks, no installation issues, and looks very nice. 12 bolt 2021 f-250 sterling axle"
"I usually don’t do aftermarket stuff to my vehicles, but when I do, the only one I trust is Banks. I have a few other things from Banks on my vehicle, and I’ve always loved it."
"This cover is awesome and built very well."
"Great design! If you are tired of always using high temp RTV to seal your cover. This is what you need to look at. 27 year old axle, fitment was perfect. The O-ri g doesn't leak. Don't be a fool. Put a cover on that you can see when the service needs to be done on the fluid. Make that service you do easy and simple. Far as how it flows air in and out I'm no expert but that's just an added bonus to the design. The serviceability is what should draw your attention, especially if you have an older truck that doesn't have a drain plug. The sight glass is another feature that just adds to the "wow they really thought this out factor". Having one of your intercooler kits on my truck is what sold me on a part that most think is just jewelry on your rig. Again fitment is spot on, features that actually help make service easy and yes the O-ri g seals and doesn't leak even a drop of fluid. Just spend the money, install it correctly and you won't have any regrets on your purchase. A must for older axles that want to replace your old stamped cover with something that just makes more and more sense as you install and service as needed."
"Easy install and will make replacing the oil way easier!"
"Just installed the cover, liked the fill port on the top and the O-ring seal."
"This Banks Diff cover is a serious piece of hardware. It is solidly constructed in a beautiful style. It changes the whole appearance of the axle. I also like the fact there’s a drain plug. Changing fluid with stock cover is a pain in the ass and time consuming. Installation was a breeze. I would definitely recommend this diff cover. I’m glad I made the purchase."
"Seems like a huge upgrade from stock."
Overall rating: 4.9792533 / 5 from 241 reviews.
The Ram-Air® Differential Cover Kit is highly regarded for its excellent quality, superior design, and ease of installation. Customers praise its well-made construction, perfect fit, and top-notch finish, making it a popular choice for upgrading standard parts.
Review topics: ["fit","instructions","looks","install","service","quality","design","issues","finish","difference","packaging","shipping","craftsmanship","fitment","performance","works","customer service","detail","video","price","staff","car","cover","upgrade","plug","banks","change","hardware","sight glass","oil"].
"Rear differential cover was easy to install. The fitment was perfect. The over finished product was great."
"I received and installed the Diff Cover on my 2017 F-250 6. 7 Powerstroke the other day. No noticeable difference in performance as expected but that is well made and with the drain plug, next diff change will be minutes and a pleasure to do."
"Perfect in every way, no leaks, no installation issues, and looks very nice. 12 bolt 2021 f-250 sterling axle"
"I usually don’t do aftermarket stuff to my vehicles, but when I do, the only one I trust is Banks. I have a few other things from Banks on my vehicle, and I’ve always loved it."
"This cover is awesome and built very well."
"Great design! If you are tired of always using high temp RTV to seal your cover. This is what you need to look at. 27 year old axle, fitment was perfect. The O-ri g doesn't leak. Don't be a fool. Put a cover on that you can see when the service needs to be done on the fluid. Make that service you do easy and simple. Far as how it flows air in and out I'm no expert but that's just an added bonus to the design. The serviceability is what should draw your attention, especially if you have an older truck that doesn't have a drain plug. The sight glass is another feature that just adds to the "wow they really thought this out factor". Having one of your intercooler kits on my truck is what sold me on a part that most think is just jewelry on your rig. Again fitment is spot on, features that actually help make service easy and yes the O-ri g seals and doesn't leak even a drop of fluid. Just spend the money, install it correctly and you won't have any regrets on your purchase. A must for older axles that want to replace your old stamped cover with something that just makes more and more sense as you install and service as needed."
"Easy install and will make replacing the oil way easier!"
"Just installed the cover, liked the fill port on the top and the O-ring seal."
"This Banks Diff cover is a serious piece of hardware. It is solidly constructed in a beautiful style. It changes the whole appearance of the axle. I also like the fact there’s a drain plug. Changing fluid with stock cover is a pain in the ass and time consuming. Installation was a breeze. I would definitely recommend this diff cover. I’m glad I made the purchase."
"Seems like a huge upgrade from stock."
Overall rating: 4.9792533 / 5 from 241 reviews.
The Ram-Air® Differential Cover Kit is highly regarded for its excellent quality, superior design, and ease of installation. Customers praise its well-made construction, perfect fit, and top-notch finish, making it a popular choice for upgrading standard parts.
Review topics: ["fit","instructions","looks","install","service","quality","design","issues","finish","difference","packaging","shipping","craftsmanship","fitment","performance","works","customer service","detail","video","price","staff","car","cover","upgrade","plug","banks","change","hardware","sight glass","oil"].
"Rear differential cover was easy to install. The fitment was perfect. The over finished product was great."
"I received and installed the Diff Cover on my 2017 F-250 6. 7 Powerstroke the other day. No noticeable difference in performance as expected but that is well made and with the drain plug, next diff change will be minutes and a pleasure to do."
"Perfect in every way, no leaks, no installation issues, and looks very nice. 12 bolt 2021 f-250 sterling axle"
"I usually don’t do aftermarket stuff to my vehicles, but when I do, the only one I trust is Banks. I have a few other things from Banks on my vehicle, and I’ve always loved it."
"This cover is awesome and built very well."
"Great design! If you are tired of always using high temp RTV to seal your cover. This is what you need to look at. 27 year old axle, fitment was perfect. The O-ri g doesn't leak. Don't be a fool. Put a cover on that you can see when the service needs to be done on the fluid. Make that service you do easy and simple. Far as how it flows air in and out I'm no expert but that's just an added bonus to the design. The serviceability is what should draw your attention, especially if you have an older truck that doesn't have a drain plug. The sight glass is another feature that just adds to the "wow they really thought this out factor". Having one of your intercooler kits on my truck is what sold me on a part that most think is just jewelry on your rig. Again fitment is spot on, features that actually help make service easy and yes the O-ri g seals and doesn't leak even a drop of fluid. Just spend the money, install it correctly and you won't have any regrets on your purchase. A must for older axles that want to replace your old stamped cover with something that just makes more and more sense as you install and service as needed."
"Easy install and will make replacing the oil way easier!"
"Just installed the cover, liked the fill port on the top and the O-ring seal."
"This Banks Diff cover is a serious piece of hardware. It is solidly constructed in a beautiful style. It changes the whole appearance of the axle. I also like the fact there’s a drain plug. Changing fluid with stock cover is a pain in the ass and time consuming. Installation was a breeze. I would definitely recommend this diff cover. I’m glad I made the purchase."
"Seems like a huge upgrade from stock."
Overall rating: 4.9792533 / 5 from 241 reviews.
The Ram-Air® Differential Cover Kit is highly regarded for its excellent quality, superior design, and ease of installation. Customers praise its well-made construction, perfect fit, and top-notch finish, making it a popular choice for upgrading standard parts.
Review topics: ["fit","instructions","looks","install","service","quality","design","issues","finish","difference","packaging","shipping","craftsmanship","fitment","performance","works","customer service","detail","video","price","staff","car","cover","upgrade","plug","banks","change","hardware","sight glass","oil"].
"Rear differential cover was easy to install. The fitment was perfect. The over finished product was great."
"I received and installed the Diff Cover on my 2017 F-250 6. 7 Powerstroke the other day. No noticeable difference in performance as expected but that is well made and with the drain plug, next diff change will be minutes and a pleasure to do."
"Perfect in every way, no leaks, no installation issues, and looks very nice. 12 bolt 2021 f-250 sterling axle"
"I usually don’t do aftermarket stuff to my vehicles, but when I do, the only one I trust is Banks. I have a few other things from Banks on my vehicle, and I’ve always loved it."
"This cover is awesome and built very well."
"Great design! If you are tired of always using high temp RTV to seal your cover. This is what you need to look at. 27 year old axle, fitment was perfect. The O-ri g doesn't leak. Don't be a fool. Put a cover on that you can see when the service needs to be done on the fluid. Make that service you do easy and simple. Far as how it flows air in and out I'm no expert but that's just an added bonus to the design. The serviceability is what should draw your attention, especially if you have an older truck that doesn't have a drain plug. The sight glass is another feature that just adds to the "wow they really thought this out factor". Having one of your intercooler kits on my truck is what sold me on a part that most think is just jewelry on your rig. Again fitment is spot on, features that actually help make service easy and yes the O-ri g seals and doesn't leak even a drop of fluid. Just spend the money, install it correctly and you won't have any regrets on your purchase. A must for older axles that want to replace your old stamped cover with something that just makes more and more sense as you install and service as needed."
"Easy install and will make replacing the oil way easier!"
"Just installed the cover, liked the fill port on the top and the O-ring seal."
"This Banks Diff cover is a serious piece of hardware. It is solidly constructed in a beautiful style. It changes the whole appearance of the axle. I also like the fact there’s a drain plug. Changing fluid with stock cover is a pain in the ass and time consuming. Installation was a breeze. I would definitely recommend this diff cover. I’m glad I made the purchase."
"Seems like a huge upgrade from stock."
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