Banks Power | Change your REAR Axle cover! - NEW Ford F250 F350 Dana M275

[@hdsred7553]

Do i need a grinder or is there another way to prep the Diff surface before the cover install? Was that brake cleaner you used? Also you mentioned a metal surface prep? Thanks for all the great videos!!!

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Scotch brite pad. Yepp brake clean

[@hdsred7553]

@@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod Thank you for the quick reply, you are the true GOLD standard of how to do things correctly. Other KZbinrs even reference you. Truly appreciate what you do.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

They do, really?

[@josephbolin9899]

But they dont have a matching front cover. They need to make a front cover . Its a great design though​@@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod

[@DaveBigDawg]

​@@josephbolin9899 I would imagine since the front isn't used nearly as much as the rear it's not getting hot nearly as long and have less oil break down

[@ellingwood1]

Just installed Banks rear diff cover, PPE deep trans pan, PPE front DIFF cover and synthetic fluids to front and rear. My hats off to you all!

[@G.I.JeffsWorkbench]

ARod, further proof that there’s no substitute for experience. Thanks again for showing us how it’s done. Sincerely, very satisfied subscriber.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Pppppreciate chu!!

[@user-oj3bk6ni7n]

Thanx Alex for pointing out something else I can’t live without. Just installed Banks’ black ops differential cover for my 2020 F-350 today. I was glad I ordered the Amsoil fluid to fill the diff. The quality of machining is exceptional. Still waiting on the PPE trans cover from Jeggs to arrive. I need to stop watching your KZbin channel before I run out of money…..Just kidding. I did save the old diff cover in case I sell the truck.

[@unaffiliated_x9279]

With attention to detail like this, i can tell you are a mester at your trade. Well done sir 👍

[@RainmanRaysRepairs]

Love how that cover redirects airflow from under the diff! Superior quality design!

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Jusss grabbin air

[@retiredafce3373]

Have you watched the video series on how they developed it?

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Yes

[@retiredafce3373]

@@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod pretty fricken awesome setup

[@someguy4476]

The Banks YT series on his cover development process should be more than enough to put all other companies out of business when you look at how in-depth his testing was and how he debunks a lot of the other designs out there…I’m ordering one for my truck. Now if only he offered one for the front diff.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

No doubt!!!!

[@dudestuff1557]

For sure, I’d order one for each diff.

[@patricktracy4371]

Gale Banks, STUD

[@jd70HJ19]

Given time ...he will make them for front diffs..it is a logical progression, if profitable.

[@douglashook1512]

Very good explanation of diff cover design and testing by Gale on his video. Definitely great products

[@patrickkerr2606]

Watched a Banks video few weeks past, going to get one when finances allow before I start pulling my 5th wheel.

[@mikevictor3698]

Looks bad ass !

[@herveyforward5956]

As a Amsoil dealer it does my heart good to see a Banks approved gear lube installed. Love them bags

[@bigsky5248]

Not gonna lie, I totally smiled to myself when that new cover went on! Can't wait to get mine!! Thanks so much for the video!

[@21psd]

This cover is nice. I remember watching the Banks presentation video on this cover and in addition to the cooling action of the external scoops, he explains how the internal fins actually improve the flow of the lube inside the differential. I'm getting this cover for my first lube change also! Thanks Aaron!

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

PTT & Banks baby

[@vais3]

Keeping diff fluids cool is very important for those who are at max load for very prolonged periods day in and day out. Not a need for most general driving and occasional towing. It’s definitely a cool piece though and proves the point that flat covers just create aerated oils which don’t live well. CFD software can show the issues but Gale made them visible for all to see.

[@JimmyMcGavic]

i like it, im going to buy one. i like how it cools its self and it looks so cool

[@sgtaaronp]

I need to get this done!

[@mr_big_pea_pea4013]

Running the Banks Diff cover myself. Love it. But really loving my Amsoil Bypass system. Got 4,900 miles on the oil and it looks like it’s only 20% used.

[@freethinkingamerican80]

What did that cost ya all in?

[@mr_big_pea_pea4013]

@@freethinkingamerican80 well, got the oil bypass, banks diff cover & a adrenaline high pressure oil pump at the same time. Prices have risen since but i believe it was total of like 1,200. Plus i got a shield and drain kit for the Bypass system.

[@louie3552]

@@mr_big_pea_pea4013 Did the AMSoil By-Pass system to go to extended oil changes with Blackstone testing (price of Shell T6 concern). Added Don Smith's (KZbin) AMSoil By-Pass add-on kit that provides the shield and drain petcock (and bolts and upgraded frame nuts that fit the factory frame locations). Well designed/built add on kit from Don. Worth the extra $ to me, even though I have good front wheel (gatorback) splash guards.

[@mr_big_pea_pea4013]

@@louie3552 i got Don’s kit before i put on splash guards. I’m always catching and throwing rocks so it came in handy. I run T4 15-40 cause i never found the need for synthetics.

[@stevemartinson7261]

I installed this on my 2022 Ram 2500. I have an Edge CTS 3, so I added an EAS with a temperature sensor in the provided 1/8" NPT hole right below the sight glass. I can now monitor the rear diff temperature on the CTS 3. I ran the pickup all around on a 65 degree day (not towing) and the rear diff temp was less than 90 degrees. Once I tow I will update with the temperature seen.

[@donaldkraft7371]

It made a big difference on my 2012 350, noise level came down, use dielectric grease on o rings.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Hey buddy

[@dtom420]

I’m getting one for my first diff fluid change. Thanks Aron!

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Hell yeah!! 💪💪

[@himni1]

About time been waiting. 😂 Love my Banks diff cover and the Amsoil bags are great. Great idea saving them to reuse them wish I thought of that but I don’t need to do it as frequently as you. Should be noted to anyone thinking of doing this that if you drop the spare it is very easy to do this on the ground under the truck. Hardest part is prying the old cover off with the silicone holding it on, I used a thin wide putty knife to break the seal but it still took a minute. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend a novice to do it. Worst part is the stinky old oil. 😂

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Stiiiiiinky

[@littlefinkle7757]

Definitely like that cover! If only I had a trusty mechanic close by. Last time my 2005 needed worked I trailered it over 4hrs one way to get a good mechanic. That was in 2016, it was worth it, but maybe not so much for just a diff. cover? There is a market in North MS and southwest TN for a great mechanic, just sayin'!

[@44hawk28]

Just a few observations, Not only would I have been tempted to use the 12-point bolts to reinstall the rear cover. I would have been considering filling that void at the bottom of the Pig except that considering that covers probably not coming back off in a very long time, it's not a big issue. As for that information plate take a little bit of J-B Weld and epoxy it above the A and N on banks there on that rear differential cover and you'll have all of the original information from that truck on that rear diff cover. If you didn't want it that permanent, you could actually apply it with just some rtv, and I doubt that it's going anywhere. I put RTV on the cover of screws on a pitot tube of Mach 2 plus aircraft, and it doesn't leave the aircraft unless and until I have to replace a pitot tube on that aircraft. As for the Loctite being on the original bolts, it's blue Loctite that Milwaukee impact that you use could have broken those loose. Where did you get the idea that you had to refund it to get blue Loctite to break free. I haven't had that much trouble with red Loctite most of the time. Let somebody screwed up and put green bearing Loctite on it you're not going to have a problem

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

....filling that void at the bottom, really...

[@josephcirelli9642]

Just ordered the Banks rear diff for my’05 F-350 SRW 3 days ago. And now you come out with a “How to” video. Aaron you are awesome! Looking to upgrade to the Ram Air intake after I finish my bed rails replacement, POR 15 paint, FASS air/water separator & in tank fuel sender. Yep, spending my summer under my truck! But doing upgrades to make my Powerstroke out live me, Lol

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Hell yeah 💪💪

[@jerryknorr679]

Wow that is very beautiful, very nice job AROD. I gotta get one. Thanks for sharing ARod

[@timsmothers8740]

I'm still waiting for them to make them for my 2005 F350 DRW and I'm due to service mine again. I,don't even remember which rear diff that's on my rig. And I, watched all of The Banks series on the development, and the explanation of how horrible all of those Flat back covers were, and I ,started noticing how many people fell for them and would just shake my head and visualize the Aeration as the light turned green and off they were blowing bubbles instead of throwing fluid to the front for proper lubrication to happen. Good Video once again ARod ! And they're so much better, Gale has got the Patent for it. The Man is Probably a Billionaire just for all of The different Patents He hold. Gale Banks is The GOAT ! And I, also run Amsoil in my vehicles, my daughter went by my buddies shop yesterday and got her oil changed in her Altima with Amsoil and she commented to me how much better the car sounded afterwards. I,Love That Snake Oil Lol ! It's been good to me for years now.

[@Doom6.0]

Nothing like American made products! 😎🇺🇸

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

💪💪💪

[@Itsa_Mea]

17:55 Valvoline sells it in the bags too. I've seen them at Napa & Walmart.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Did not know

[@josesamaniego874]

I sure hope Banks develops one of these diff covers for the 2020 F350 DRW!

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Nope, better chance at winning the lotto pal. Sry

[@lindseyangell986]

Functional and great looks…really nice!

[@ajjohnkay5793]

Love it. It's on the list. They make good stuff... just don't love the logo. May have to spray paint that lol

[@usocrazy6133]

Valvoline also uses the squeeze bags.

[@sammy9452]

Oh yea, you welcome to come to South Carolina and install mine.

[@kartersidhu7744]

Excellent.....definitely coming on my DUTY . # 1 FoMoCo Tech PTT.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

@bankspower FTW 💪💪

[@emellina1]

Oh yeah!!! That is one bad ass cover!!! And you...so neat when working!!! Love it!!!

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

💪💪💪💪

[@loft306]

Years ago I took a brass fitting that screwed on to quart bottles and braised a tube into it and I just use a piece of plastic tubing while I’m standing next to a truck filling it from the wheel well on the ground till it spills out.(i’m too old too hurt and too sore to care about getting a perfect it will self level itself)

[@roberthendricks1453]

Very cool. The cover and Amsoil products as well.

[@mjbskidoo]

Another great video!!! I love my Diff cover. Banks makes some great products!!! 👍🏼

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

💪💪💪

[@jonasglick8573]

I did have a temperature probe installed in the diff cover of my 6.0l super duty. Analog gauge on the pillar. Looking forward to installing this cover on my current super duty.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

💪💪💪

[@georgehuerta1990]

I wish they made them for the F1 50s

[@trackpackgt877]

Yes I just said the same thing I wish F-150s at least had a drain plug for the 8.8 super but no we got to take the cover off

[@letzburn7465]

Great video, thanks for being so thorough. Now imma install my BANKS!! 😎

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

🙏🙏🙏

[@ellingwood1]

Just ordered mine today, the PPE trans pan is next on the list. Great vids man.

[@ellingwood1]

Anything on front diff covers? Mainly want it for the drain plug.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Nope sure dont

[@davidthocher1896]

Can’t wait to install mine!

[@gliv2]

The diff cover reminds me of Darth Vader for some reason. I have one, it is great. Yes! Save the bags.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Totally. Just met the grand master himself on friday, was an honor

[@ryanwongfishing2695]

I like that upgrade. Looks good too!

[@CrucesNomad1]

Yes temp probes would be something I would use.

[@brandonstorey99]

I'm grateful for your content. I plan to buy this Banks Diff cover when I swap out my fluid. Same with the upgraded transmission and engine oil pans.

[@D4x4Bronc]

Get sponsored by them. 12 point bolt heads I haven't seen that in a long time. Valvoline has the same gear oil bags. A torque spec prob is handy on the cover.

[@magnuseriksson5721]

that looks very nice. and will keep the axels cold

[@jasoncox2132]

This I definitely gotta have! 👍🏼

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Very clean if i might say💪

[@garywright4613]

Awesome cover thanks a lot

[@robertle9526]

Love your channel bro. Every video was a big learning experience for me ❤🎉😊Thanks very much!

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

🤝💪🤝💪💯💯

[@vince5506]

Very nice install 👍🏼 that’s a beauty!

[@twinscrew9.047]

They need to make a dana 60

[@zekester1]

It really hurts to watch this🤨...knowing I can't have😩...Oh Gale!! what did the m300 do wrong???🥺🥴...All I can do is HOPE!!🙏🙏🙏...later 👍💪💯

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Call me we will talk, i tell you

[@jd70HJ19]

The axle tag could easily hang by one bolt , the one you are beginning to wind in at 15:10 into the video or the one on top of it , the left side corresponding bolts might be even better prospects, a matter of choice. Countless cars and trucks I owned over my 55 years of driving had tags held in by one bolt, center chuck Ford 9" type or GM 12 bolt stamped rear covers and everything else in between . Banks engineering nailed it , his own promotional video proves the scientific merits of the design, the best one on the market not some cast aluminum frying pan with fins that causes more problems than it solves.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Just met him Friday

[@michaelvestal1]

Love mine banks makes it look so clean and banks makes a great product

[@John5ive]

Masterful use of the "prydriver"

[@TheOdiesel]

Badass as usual sir!!

[@beanoil]

I've "encouraged" Banks (you may read that as beg) to make one for the F350 Dually. Yeah, I know it already has a nice looking aluminum cover, but the features built into the Banks should provide an added benefit. They say maybe 2023, after more Derringer development.

[@louie3552]

I hear you on the "beg". Sent multiple Emails to Banks also. A previous ARod KZbin had Banks rep join. I brought up when we might see a Bank's Ram Air Diff cover for the Dana M300s (F350 duallys). The reply from Bank's was that Bank's has decided not to produce a cover for the Dana M300 as 1). they say there is not enough M300s out in the market to make it worth their $ while, ... combined with ... 2) the cost of development (die/casting) has gone up substantially in the past year. Have been in touch with Ford and Dana engineering and they are very aware they have a temp issue with the M300s, hence the 2020 and newer M300s have a Ford Factory aluminum/finned cover. Unfortunately, the public nor Dealerships can buy just the Ford Aluminum M300 cover from Ford... I have tried ....going through 3 dealerships and Ford Corporate Parts..... I Have the Part number but when you order one, it comes in "Steel". So far you it appears you have to buy a whole rear axle assembly to get the Ford aluminum cover. Even used a VIN from a 2020 dually to try and order a Ford Aluminum cover. As seen on Banks testing result KZbins, there is a a Pinion oiling and Rear fluid agitation issue with most aftermarket "Flat Back" Rear Diff covers. I have a '17 F350 dually (w/M300) that I tow heavy (18.8K 5th). Decided to change the rear gear fluid every 25k miles to reduce my risk (AMSOIL). With the above said, my plan was to search the internet to find a used Ford aluminum cover. .... and after a 5 month search ... scored one on eBay 2 days ago from Georgia. In-route as I am typing this. Down side, I just changed my Rear Diff fluid 1K miles ago.

[@herveyforward5956]

Best thing I ever did for my rear end. Or the SuperDuty rear end I mean

[@glenpolkey634]

Definitely need to get me 1 for my truck I do alot of long hauls and already had a pinion bearing go out last year and it wasn't cheap lol

[@roscobear6143]

Hey, while you're in there, give that diff a little weld 😂😂😂

[@georgehuerta1990]

Yeah I wanted one for my f350

[@terrydtdi]

Got to do this for my 17 duty!! You make me really want it botha!

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Doooo it

[@KratomSyndicate]

I got a black ops cover on my Ford Black Ops edition- makes sence, wasn't to thrilled with the bare finish on the word "banks" was rough from the CNC, also like it should have been sanded before powder coat but I like my shit perfect. I was thinking of running the extra prode to get axel temp on my idash data monster. It's on the long to do list.

[@trackpackgt877]

Wow I didn't know the bottom bolt was a drain plug now I wish they would have done that on the 8.8 super on the F-150s but no i gotta take the cover off to change fluid and as of now banks dont make a 8.8 super diff cover unfortunately

[@silntklr]

I put this on a year ago and it is well worth the money.

[@bajadan2769]

how much was it ?

[@silntklr]

@@bajadan2769 like $395

[@moonshineorv7962]

I think this looks great, adds nice features. Not sure if I would use it, I live in the snow belt and I can see those scoops getting packed with snow and ice, possibly causing it to crack.

[@loft306]

I like the air scoops

[@patrickdaley2894]

Ty sir and Mr Banks product is awesome 💯🤣

[@toddusmc52]

I have the power pedal and the tuner, my next buy is the air intake.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Good choice

[@Uncle_Fester24]

Sweet video I want one!! Great clean install!

[@Uncle_Fester24]

Just curious does diff fluid stink?

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Yes, dont get it on you!!

[@ellingwood1]

Thanks!

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

🫂💙🫂

[@ronanderson1816]

Sweet !

[@abdullahford569]

Awesome.👌

[@KendrasEdge757]

The testing that went into this is legit. Surprising it hasn’t been done prior. Which weight of the amsoil do you recommend for these? Don’t do much towing, but lifted on 38x15 r20’s too lol

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

75w150 all day

[@KendrasEdge757]

@@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod roger that. When I should I change my fluid? 2015 with 55k miles. Ford recommended is crazy miles imo

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

I wld

[@tattooaddicts23]

@PowerStroke Tech Talk w/ARod What's up Arod quick question brother I heard you say in the video if you do have an electronic locking diff there is no need to add the friction additive? I'm planning on doing this mod this week, I Already purchased Amsoil slip lock additive... can I still add it or will it hurt the diff???

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

ELDs do not take the slip fluid. Only ones without

[@NoCoastMotorsports]

I dig it… my only concern with the air scoops is in off-road situations getting those caught up on debris like rocks … anyone had any issues like this??

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Read the comments from Banks 💪💪💪💪

[@jtopdawg6]

NICE!!!!!

[@shawndeidrick453]

I have a PPE diff cover very similar to this for my f150 since banks doesn’t make a diff cover for the ford 8.8

[@richarddorion3806]

Love the look and the added cooling for the rear dif. Do you recommend removing the cover every time you change the dif fluid?or every other? What would you do?

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Now that this has a drain plug I don't see a point to removing the cover the fill & darins on these are awesome

[@dashcam3098]

I wonder if the fins catching the airflow could be in the way if you were stuck in deep mud and being towed out, wouldn't they catch and brake off, otherwise a nice product .

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Yes they are desig ed to. Peep them other comments guy just posted a lil bit ago about it 🙋‍♂️

[@michaelhirst5344]

Nice job. I did this a year ago. I love it. What are the options for the front? I need to do something about that.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Swapp out the factory fluid for some Amsoil. Banks does not have a front cover available

[@firstduemedia8706]

Great vid as usual! If you were keeping the original cover could you pull the one bolt on the bottom and not worry about pulling the entire cover if simply changing the fluid?

[@firstduemedia8706]

I just watched your other vid and answered my own question. The M275 has a built in drain bolt. The 10.5 does not. Thanks for steady flow of info in all of your vids.

[@charlesklippel92]

I would definitely add a temperature probe I have one on my GT maybe you can get something that looks Factory as far as the gauges

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Thats b sick

[@charlesklippel92]

I have to say you are one of the best mechanics that I've seen on KZbin I love the Aluma duties anytime I'm going to add something I always watch your videos I just received my 2022 F450 Lariat I will be adding A bank's cover do you know if they have a front diff for that in Banks

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

🫂🙏💪 i do not think they do

[@louie3552]

@@charlesklippel92 Your 450 likely has the Dana M300. Banks indicates they will not be making a Dana M300 Rear Diff cover. See my reply further up to "CP Dubbs" as to further info from Banks...

[@dantheman6931]

Waiting for the M300

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Aint gonna happen pal

[@dantheman6931]

@@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod well now that’s just my luck lol

[@jamesarmistead1207]

Yes

[@toddusmc52]

Have to show how to put on Banks tags on the truck

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

😝

[@dolanschmidt356]

Going to have to get me one

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Got bout a dozen doods who bout to order💪💪

[@lancemacmillan4783]

Hey AROD, Great video. Will you be installing this on your SuperDuty?

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Yepp!!! Ours just came in, very excited!!!

[@hdsred7553]

I know that Banks does not make a front diff cover but do you recommend one that has a fill plug, drain plug, and window sight? Banks said they won't make one because it doesn't need the cooling but I like all the aforementioned reasons for having an aftermarket, especially if it has a pressed-in gasket

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

That wld be sweet

[@DeekJohnson]

Duh...a sight glass. Been wondering why that has not been around for years. Same on trans....duh

[@Diesel_Mountain]

I don't currently do enough towing to justify it, but man the engineering of that thing is impressive and beautiful. These are the types of upgrades I'm aiming for long term. I don't want all that flashy crap, I want practical upgrades on all the little hidden parts that will make my truck perform optimally without adding stress and shortening the life of it in the process ie joints, fittings, hoses, and whatever else I learn along the way.

[@Talon1983]

Camera man sounds like he breaths in Ram air… lol

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@ournextchapter1119]

Great video and product. How often does Ford recommend changing the fluid on average? 2019 F250 pulling a 5th Wheel Camper

[@sammy9452]

I'd got one but been too hot to get it on, going to Amoil, for fluid

[@sammy9452]

It don't fit a dully, but they took it back,

[@clint3651]

How about something for the 150 w/ the 9.75

[@4040pmora]

I had no idea there was a drain on the stock covers. Is it like that for 11-16? Motorcraft get with the bags on your diff oil!!!

[@henryettafirstbaptistchurc4611]

Do a video of setting up a temperature probe

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Naw

[@americaninfidel9001]

Mud will get stock and block air flow.

[@edwardeplett3231]

I have one on my 2011 F350 6.7