A chassis built to support 1,000 lb-ft of torque | BANKS BUILT Ep 11

[@robertjohnson4784]

I am 59 years old and started hearing about Gale banks in the early eighties. I always have been a big fan of Gale banks and the engines this man has built has left me in amazement fast forward 40 years later And he is still doing it the man is totally amazing in the people he surrounds Himself with are also his forward thinking and engineering is off the charts Gale banks is Truly a national treasure If there is a engineering Hall of fame GALD BANKS deserves to be there

[@marlobreding7402]

I like that a Watts Link is used instead of a Panhard Bar on the 4 link suspension.

[@17madracki17]

Pt cruiser has a watts link too.

[@Garth2011]

Agreed

[@timothybayliss6680]

@@17madracki17 late model Ford panthers have 4link/watts as well. It came with the aluminum front end changes.

[@superdupergrover9857]

@@17madracki17 Are you rooting for or against the watts link? :P The Crown Vic switched to a watts link in the early 2000's, I believe.

[@jeffwooton7138]

I'm impressed with what can be done in SolidWorks. But, I'm even more impressed by the old school guys who can do it without the aid of the computer. This project combines both worlds. I'm ready to start seeing all the hard parts put together. Oh, and leave that dent in the left rear!

[@Garth2011]

Solidworks is for those who have no imagination and cannot foresee or vision what they are building. The old method is for those who have it.

[@bankspower]

While you make a good point in theory, we find that Solidworks is just a tool used like any other. In the hands of an artist, the computer is magical. In the hands of someone with no "vision," it's just a video game.

[@jeffwooton7138]

The ability of the artisan, be it with a body hammer, a tape measure, or a computer screen, is a thing to behold. That young man running that computer is passionate about his craft. As is the one who can use a pen to draw out a vision. Or the one who just gets in there and does it. Passion drives the skill, in my opinion. I admire and appreciate the drive, that one has, to make something.

[@Thebadbeaver9]

That CAD is on another level!

[@waderutkowski3233]

I really like where you guys are going with this! Not big on the patina, but over all I really like it!

[@dosdahrk4504]

The only improvement any car needs sir is your personal touch ...real talk

[@CriticoolHit]

Whoever is hamming it up discovery style on the narrations is killing it. ::chefs kiss::

[@markyormark7747]

Raise the wood truck bed so that it is on one plane over the top of the frame for rear axle, therefore making the bed usable to haul things. The fuel tank is best in the rear as was demonstrated, but have the fill be in the last pillar that houses the tail light assembly. I never liked having the fill in the usable wood bed surface. Have the air compressor with controls under the wood bed in front of the rear axle.

[@julianboguski8104]

i honestly cant wait to hear a pure boosted equal lenth headerd v8 diesel, I love turbos but that sound is something ive never heard

[@bobqzzi]

Pretty mazing where we are with chassis design/building. Just a magnificent use of CAD to make sure everything fits.

[@timothybayliss6680]

I like the transmission mount that allows in vehicle service. That's attention to detail where you have guys designing the car that actually have to put them together too.

[@Rick-last1]

Love this sheer torque and horsepower, just inches off the ground!

[@justinmchugh5837]

This is going to be such a kick ass truck all said and done.

[@jc7654]

Looking good so far , have you thought of putting the watts link horizontal on the top of the diff instead of vertical on the back as it might save you having a leg mount hanging down and you will still be able to get to the diff cover easy ?

[@dazzleyd]

I'm loving this series, I can't wait to see it done

[@victorshaw7173]

Can you add a bolt on spacer to the bottom of the frame to add to the overall height and the frame rail in order to drop transmission and engine lower for more hood clearance? Depending on how much farther you need to go down is how tall you and make the spacers for the frame to make contact with the ground. Spacers might be nice because it won’t scratch your frame rails can you put it on the ground, just the spacers. You can even mount polyurethane bump stops if you wanted to as well. Love the CAD work!

[@bankspower]

Good idea on the spacers and bump stops!

[@matthewbailey5921]

I'd love to see an interchiller in the truck. utilising the air-conditioning system to cool the fluid for the water to air Intercooler. Dropping the intake temps below ambient and pushing air density up.

[@bigredracer7848]

2👍's up Mr Power thanks again for taking us all along with you for the rest of the story

[@jeremiaswitt1374]

If it doesn't have the right turn radious you always can make a rear axle with steering it will be very complicated but worth it, and then at high speeds only use the front steering so you have the best of two worlds, a good tur radious at low speeds and a precise control in steering wheel at high speeds

[@craigbowers4047]

I really like the theme and concept of the whole build and I appreciate the effort and labor. Maybe a little less emphasis on getting it to lay on the ground for more driveability and lower drivetrain packaging. More muffler volume to make it sleeper quiet with electric exhaust cutouts would cool.

[@442pete]

I'm hooked on this truck build 💯💯💯

[@lancedooley7558]

Excellent video you guy's. This deserves millions of views.

[@duckman1975]

Loving the build!!!!! Can’t wait to hear the ROAR!!!!!!!

[@ni_wink84]

I’m pretty sure you guys have covered every angle on how to improve that truck lol! Literally ideal

[@majobis]

This is no longer just a backyard build or in a one stall dimly lit garage. This all to walls stuff here. They better put it in SEMA this year if that happens and that truck will be a hit at that show and other car shows when it goes on tour.

[@rickrack78]

Thanks for the content! At this point I am looking for more length, you’ve hooked me! Being unsure of the stack hight of the blower and intercooler is a bit of a problem... how many options are there for the problem? Corvettes and supercharged Mustangs have found ways to stack ‘em. About the trans oil pan... how about dry-sump for that too? 🤔 Cant be that difficult, and you could really wow the crowd with that! 😜😉

[@crusiethmaximuss]

If I had an engineering degree and lived in California, I'd apply at Banks Power. You guys always have such bad@$$ projects!!!

[@harryorth1612]

I thought that emissions were high on the design of components list, yet I don't see any exhaust controls on this street rod. I suspect that perhaps the tune would provide emissions control with MAP? I'm just trying to understand all of the nuances discussed, so excuse me if I seem to be such a newbie...Love this channel and everyone on it, keep up the tutoring, thanks

[@bankspower]

No worries, be happy to explain. Emissions equipment isn't really a concern for us on this build, there is no need for it. Federal emissions laws currently state that pre-1975 trucks are emissions exempt which includes our 1966 Chevy C20 (which did not come with nor required emissions equipment). In other words, states California does not require emissions equipment on vehicles older than 1975. So, this truck is exempt. This engine, or ones like it, will be available from Banks for use in non-emissions regulated applications such as repower, marine, military, etc. 😎🤙🏻

[@mrnobody8540]

Best upgrade that could happen - putting me behind the stealing wheel - a new Flame stearing collum is my move - elec. Power steering is what I see missing

[@madrzegada3700]

Mr Banks please try LPG - liquid propan butan at low temp injecion in to blower ....

[@zacknewstrom2536]

I think a 6.7 Powerstroke would make this a killer project

[@hsubdarb]

Straighten the dents, keep the patina on the body. Replace everything else with new. I think the contrast looks amazing that way.

[@15Hollis]

Flush mount glass

[@JayRussellDuramax]

You could improve it by putting one of my "If It's Smokin', It's Broken!" decals on the back window! Haha!

[@vincentpoole7588]

BP. Extra height body mounts fellas ? Might raise the body to clear a blower mounted under that hood gentlemen ! V.

[@rickrack78]

Maybe rework the rockers and add a couple inches... 5” side pipes! 😜 that’d do it too!

[@janeblogs324]

Why is his computer screen stretched? I think he has the wrong resolution and aspect ratio set. For a cad designer having everything skewed and out of proportion would be a nightmare

[@scoutsapp5624]

Long headers! Gosh dang why aren’t you doing long headers?

[@Fee.1]

Did you seriously cut the video right at the point you show the actual Chassis? I want to speak to your manager, Gale would never blue-ball us like that

[@julz1272]

That's what that other guy was talking about in the last episode ! Discovery Channel !

[@Bhall958]

The chassis on air ride and some 22 inch wheels and leave the patina on the body of the truck and just clear coat over the patina

[@matthewsanders6738]

Still loving content I have a 65 stepside in pop's backyard rusting, 😜

[@timothybayliss6680]

The only thing I would ask is that you take it for some hot laps at Laguna seca or somewhere of the like. The suspension and brakes are begging to be used for their purpose.

[@rickrack78]

Willow Springs is close and a fun track too! 😉

[@ZeeBri]

damn those guys are the real deal

[@frednewman2162]

So when they did cut through views, the inside of Allison wasn't shown! Proprietary info/design?

[@seandurgin]

Unnecessary?

[@frednewman2162]

@@seandurgin could be but don’t think it was that, because they showed inside of engine which wouldn’t have been necessary either.

[@rickrack78]

Banks would have had to model all the internals, not necessary for fitment seeing as they are already packaged within the block.

[@raycar1165]

File size is much smaller for just the housing. Makes working with the mock up in CAD much faster.

[@MrDutchgrass]

Used to come here for Gale's detailed insights... Somehow ended up with a 90's discovery Channel show

[@bankspower]

Gale's detailed insights are sprinkled throughout the series. Rather than let the channel go dark between Gale's videos, we thought, "Hey, let's take everyone along with us as we build the truck." We were going to build it regardless of whether there was a camera present or not.

[@MrDutchgrass]

@@bankspowerfair enough, appreciate you taking the time to answer.

[@BrodeyDoverosx]

@@MrDutchgrass I’m a bit torn on it too. In this video there was definitely some legit engineering work at play (if you can spot cad insights ).

[@MrAcuta73]

Could I get that CAD designer to do me a 2003 Ford Ranger XLT chassis (stock), please? LOL Been thinking about trying it myself so I can do some re-design on my build. Want to go to a long-travel IFS/Coil over conversion and change some cross members around. As well as find room to tuck a few things. That was one amazing model!

[@christopherjohnson5320]

Well how does the sway bar it seld having front airbags as much as movement and how does the swaybar and airbags work together with that much movement in the front suspension

[@chloehennessey6813]

That’s the type of guy who carries a Kershaw and a comb next to his floral Starbucks cup.

[@donalddarbonne779]

Simply Amazing.

[@funone8716]

So those desks-tables in Mikes office look awesome! I see round struts and heim joints underneath. Are those custom built?? Lets see some more detail on those cool tables! Oh, and the truck build is coming along great as well :-)

[@bankspower]

His desk is a one-off, held together largely with heim joints. It's a work of art. Will try to get a few photos.

[@funone8716]

@@bankspower Photos would be awesome. I reached out on their facebook page as well

[@davypig571]

The only way to improve that beautiful machine is to give it to me when it’s finished.

[@k-n-k7756]

Gale Be careful with Whipple Gen 5 3.0 liter Whipple is having a problem with the pulley shaft is breaking

[@toddoca]

Which trucks did that shallow trans pan come on?

[@nox_chan]

I graduated last year with a mechanical engineering degree, how do I get started to work on these kind of projects?

[@bankspower]

If you're interested in moving to California, we're actively hiring. Please apply. We're listed on all the major job sites.

[@madrzegada3700]

Just do IT start small , do things by your self , just have fun doing this...

[@madrzegada3700]

@@bankspowerif so In 1-2 year I hope to stand on Your dor step Mr.Banks ... Only problem is Im not from USA but from Poland, 26year old engeneer and driver (4 and 2 wheels) -have engeneer in ,,machine building and mechanics" -soon also engeneer of mechatronics -desire to learn much more !

[@BrodeyDoverosx]

@@bankspower not moving to Texas?

[@toysareforboys1]

@@BrodeyDoverosx Everyone else is, they should too! Austin it is! :)

[@thelategreatnocoastsaint]

Do the bed flooring in Agar and African Blackwood.

[@bankspower]

Love the African blackwood. Good call.

[@never-stock-rc2968]

This truck must cost half a mill with all the r&d jeez it better win the riddler award at SEMA haha

[@theonly9]

If anyone need a Manufacturing Engineering who has a natural tendency to find failure points in automotive products through simply existing a person... I'm your guy. 2+ years Teir I Automotive Manufacturing Experience to boot.

[@kevinhart1078]

Amazing!!!

[@markweber5297]

Will the Banks Diff Cover fit?

[@bankspower]

Unfortunately not with the Watts Link that we are running.

[@michaellee5399]

You can improve it by giving it to me!!! When your done of course haha

[@andreidoimetri]

the only thing that could make this build better is a full carbon fiber body with a custom paint to make it look rusty and FULL RGB LED's

[@dantheman9395]

Pure awesomeness!

[@mconfluence]

I think it needs a rear sliding window like most older trucks either had from the factory or add by the owner but you could add a modern power rear sliding window. I think that would give help to make it look a "little" old old school.

[@chriskilkenny9641]

I have 41 thousand ft lbs of torque in a 85 4 runner w a dual tcases and 529s w a ev swap

[@Pascal_Robert--Rc_Creations]

No ram air diff cover? You guys can do better than that!

[@guilhermemedina1376]

Thumbs up for 3d_magic_mike

[@CamelGarage]

Take that ats to Precision transmission before you even put it in the truck you’ll thank everyone telling you to do so later. Seriously ats are good guys but precision transmission I would trust with my life and my family’s.

[@TheNiekerk]

Always loved your videos and projects. Not a fan of a dropped pick-up and street queen tyres. Stock hight would be nice. Slam a Honda. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@stevenperez4475]

Good luck using that exhaust setup

[@gordowg1wg145]

title isn't very accurate - the chassis has to cater for the engine torque MULTIPLIED by the gearing in the gearbox - but ultimately it's down to the resistance of the tyre interface before losing traction.

[@bankspower]

You're correct about the title. But at a certain point titles become so long that people either won't read or understand them.

[@iwanttoridemtb]

Damn!!!!!

[@Rdo_ss]

DAKOTA DIGITAL RTX GAUGES 👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌

[@craigflatley7370]

👍

[@BrodeyDoverosx]

Not a big fan of the low, but I’m really looking forward to the hopes of seeing a banks meth kit ;-).

[@Envashion]

squat it

[@bankspower]

Yeah, no.

[@manitoublack]

Would have been cool to fit in some long tube headders.

[@2511jeremy]

WALL-E

[@stykytte]

Honest opinion, the "discovery channel-esque" feel of these is kinda distracting. How many camera angles and cut's back and forth do you actually need? Shaky camera footage of the screen mixed with actual screen capture mixed with a low side shot and a high front shot and a camera on the desk in front of them just STOOOOOOPPPPP You only needed ONE camera, angle, the FIXED non shaky cam one on the desk, and you only needed to cut it with screen capture and that would have been perfect. People came to youtube to escape that low attention span low IQ drivel.

[@stykytte]

Correction, now I'm further in, it's HELLA distracting.

[@cassiuspuckett8789]

What are you trying to do, rip note paper? OMG! That is a low frame set.

[@samnix8882]

Lok Jaw needs a Harmon & Kardon stereo system

[@ryushi5]

Again guys, I love your videos and products. . .but that pitch shifted intro voice is so bad. Speaking in a normal voice would be much better.

[@bankspower]

#audiophile

[@ryushi5]

@@bankspower I don't mean to be a dick, I just want to see you guys making the quality of videos you deserve.

[@fernandoduran4453]

First

[@timothybayliss6680]

By a long shot too.

[@Garth2011]

Riding too low for reality. Hope its not finished that way as it will just be a PITA to use for any kind of transportation needs. Looks good however. Like a derelict.

[@jamesdash1906]

PAINT IT !!!!!!! Just NOT BLACK

[@mplewp]

4th xD .......

[@ScottSteele1]

lol this is no more a 66 chevy truck than monster trucks are " real" vehicles more like a fibeglass shell on a custom chassis and power train .....

[@bankspower]

You're absolutely correct. Meet Frankenstein's monster.

[@jonphotos8631]

R these fools going to build anything or....

[@christopherjohnson5320]

Well how does the sway bar it seld having front airbags as much as movement and how does the swaybar and airbags work together with that much movement in the front suspension

[@chevyfan82]

👍