Adding 120 HP to a 20 year-old Diesel

[@tunnelvision2day]

Gale is an American icon.. What an amazing life he's lead

[@davidlasanen7690]

WELL SAID AND YES HE IS

[@dennisgrandinetti2953]

A national asset really

[@tunnelvision2day]

For sure.. I didn't even realize he had all of them defense contracts.. He's making american trucks faster.. And the border safer all at the same time..

[@MrMarkpark]

Both of them. The best at what they do. Legends.

[@jeepindave5464]

The crossover i didnt know i needed.

[@nobodynoone2500]

Well we all knew it wasn't a murano lmao.

[@aroundthegroundlandscaping7107]

What blows my mind is how manufacturers don’t study this man and his colleagues engineering theories to make modern diesel trucks better for the consumer

[@murrkem8239]

Why would they do that? Trucks sell either way in our consumerist economy.

[@yzrippin]

​@@murrkem8239why wouldn't they do that what wins on Sunday sells on Monday

[@iHackWaWx]

Sounds like a great idea until you realise manufacturers design cars to fail in order to bring customers back for parts and labour.

[@yanglue611]

EPA prevents it from doing so. Money isn't going to them is the reason why. We all know that. If they use Gale's theories, logics, and experience, EPA won't get their money, and it's something that EPA can't claim as "theirs".

[@MrJimmy9800]

@@yanglue611 What is the EPA getting from vehicle manufacturers? If anything, vehicle manufacturers avoid giving anything to the EPA, since that's usually in the form of a fine. Also, the cause is much more likely warranty related, not emissions related. MD/HD engines are significantly stouter and better supported by ancillary components (radiator, transmission, etc.) than consumer engines. Those are definitely trending toward the same philosophy Banks uses for best efficiency and less stress on the aftertreatment systems.

[@edwardman1742]

Shaw doesn’t understand one word that Gale says, lol, but he knows it means awesome things for his Excursion, and that’s all he needs to hear.

[@tojiroh]

He's actually well read (he teaches Math, for Pete's sake), so the emphasis on efficiency and gains weren't lost on him.

[@emanuelperez3595]

Shaw probably was thinking how could he lift all the equipment they had on the shop, the cars the parts and the people😂😂😂 Brian: hmmmmm *gentle giant voice* i wonder if i can lift the turbo with just pinching the metal

[@feron450]

Shaw is actually quite smart he may not be a huge gear head but I’m sure he got the concepts that Mr banks was talking about.

[@ColeSpolaric]

I just knew the military contact would prevent us from seeing the engine assembly room 😆

[@nobodynoone2500]

I do miss the killing a duramax dyno series. They never killed it.

[@Cantthinkofahandle117]

Dude, right!? He said he keep building power until "the heads hit the ceiling or the crank hits the floor". I really wanted to know what the L5P could take. ​@@nobodynoone2500

[@bankspower]

We hope to return to that project one day once the dyno cell is freed up again.

[@2down4up]

6’7” pssshhhhh I’m 5’22”! But definitely not as strong as him, sadly.

[@illegal101_lml]

Government doesn’t want anyone seeing all their deleted duramax’s 😐

[@bobbyboykin7137]

Gale Banks is nothing short of an American badass. He has forgotten more about performance than all of those other bubba diesel channel bubbas ever knew. Awesome video and great work Mr. Banks.

[@anthonyc362]

I use Gale’s videos to teach my HVAC apprenticeship students about air density, refrigerant enthalpy, the gas laws etc. They almost always think they won’t get it down in the beginning but after watching Gale explain the way he does with the graphics and parts right there, they are shocked how they understand. Thank you Mr Banks. Would Gale be interested in doing some videos on how he stays so healthy? His diet, exercise plan, stress relief, life philosophy. Imagine if he showed his blood work, VO2 max and all his vitals and then explained them as he does with engines. He could get thousands of men healthy and mentally sharper. Gales mental cognition at his age is even more impressive than his unbelievable physical condition. I know that this is private and a personal thing to ask but it would be a great help to humanity. The modern medical system is the equivalent of black smoke spewing with the throw drugs at the problem and just telling us we are all shot by 40. Thanks Mr Banks for all you do. As a veteran, those 6.2 and 6.5 were death traps. You have saved lives.

[@DeezLBC]

That's a great idea actually.

[@SuperDave-vj9en]

Banks is up there with God.

[@DalibanCohort]

I’ve driven a JLTV in the Marine Corps for a bit on my first deployment. You can just send it.

[@jasonsejkora4578]

Pretty capable power plant compared to what that thing weighs for sure. Too bad the trucks rott once they become deadlined. Seems like the mechanics can't keep these trucks alive as long as the older trucks and Humvees

[@nobodynoone2500]

Missed out not showing the driving reaction!

[@FishFind3000]

Idk, not then a startup exhaust note or anything… 😢

[@jseen9568]

"You must be Brian" No Gale, this is just another 6'8", 300+lb giant that could give some of your engines a run for their money.

[@rafmatt1607]

Isn't he around 400 plus

[@jseen9568]

@@rafmatt1607 in his latest video with his weight he measured at 375. He's lost quite a bit of weight since his strongman days

[@russellzigler2180]

400 Lb.

[@jseen9568]

@@russellzigler2180 not anymore.

[@x4tfxChallenger]

Brain Shaw is an amazing person! Very humble! Awesome job Team Banks!

[@miatacheese]

that little engine cover is badass

[@fastinradfordable]

But engine covers do nothing but retain heat.

[@miatacheese]

@@fastinradfordable plastic ones do because plastic insulates not dissipates heats like aluminum does. and it has breathing. just don’t question anything Gale Banks does to a diesel and you’ll be better off in life

[@josephmatuszak3855]

G. Banks has been a long time inspiration to me. The man is an absolute legend when it comes to making power from and ICE engine.

[@patbullard9276]

Mr. banks, you are a visionary automotive genius. Thank you for your research leading to the vast improvements in the diesel industry. You bring us stuff that we didn’t know we needed until you have proven that we need them because they make the industry better.

[@pudermcgavin4462]

Banks is what true tuning is! He is a freaking legend would love to see them step a bit into the smaller displacement stuff as well! Beyond the data monster ect!

[@Bozemanjustin]

2:08 it's crazy, I can't believe I only found out about Mr. Banks in the last few years... He's literally been making hot rods since before even my father was born

[@clittle1559]

holyshyt hes like Shelbys long lost cuz amd that's saying alot

[@SuperDave-vj9en]

When it comes to diesels he is God.

[@brianbranham4807]

I'd kill to own the truck but I'd give it up in a heartbeat to meet Gale Banks and have the opportunity to walk around and talk with him. So much knowledge within that man. Great job!

[@tk00903]

Gale Banks, he's the best, he's the man ❗️

[@guyforlogos]

I remember reading about the Banks GTA land speed car while they were breaking those records in the eighties. The important part is they hit 277mph in a stock body car, no extra aero mods besides lowering it and the obvious hood bump to contain the twin turbo engine. They picked the TransAm specifically because it had the best aerodynamics of the era. At those speeds aero IS horsepower saved, it’s an incredible accomplishment.

[@ryankosciesza5295]

I love that he can make all that power with a diesel and it doesn't smoke like a dodge.

[@DoseofDustin]

Gale once said all that black smoke is wasted fuel that could've been turned into power

[@rolandtamaccio3285]

Like , 200 horse retardation power , i.e. exhaust brake . The converter lockup and clutch tightening while engaged is pure genius .

[@fastinradfordable]

It’s a lot of workaround to still Not be as good as a manual trans.

[@qwertykevin1]

Who wants a mannul turbo charged car thou. You just loose all the boost on shifts

[@malbright45]

My favorite engine guys and my favorite strongman. That’s awesome.

[@PhillyDee215]

I use to watch Worlds Strongest Man just to see Shaw go to work💪

[@screaminchicken6168]

I remember seeing him post that he bought the Excursion, I'm glad to see he went to the right place! I love my 2001 7.3 as well, nothing more capable.

[@SuperDave-vj9en]

I love my 2002 Superduty diesel P.U. Truck. I won’t part with it no matter what! Bought it new in California.

[@stuart6973]

Great video. Brian is such a friendly giant.

[@ztwntyn8]

From 16:57 ish on for the next min or two were super enlightening for me. For one I thought cars kick out the tcc when you apply brakes to help deceleration but now I see that only builds heat 🤘🏻I also never thought of the clutches needing more line psi and being worked backwards. Like a diff is meant for strength forward, not backwards so much. Always learn lots from Gale. Last of the true hotrodders imo. I think big daddy is still around but not sure. Not a good comparison so wasn’t trying to do that ✌🏻

[@tdotw77]

Bet the army isnt worring about all the EGR, SCR, DPF bs failing out in the battle field! Oh yeah, there isnt any of that bs to fail! "Do as i say not as i do!" Must be nice to not have EPA breathing down your neck! This is my perfect truck right here! Someday I'll get one of these nice Excursion, especially tuned up by Gale Banks himself! 7.3 power ftw!

[@davestewart9146]

Banks always impresses me, great video 👍😁

[@funkyzero]

I remember the TA from the cover of a car magazine back in the 90's. That thing was incredible. Incredible speeds for a door-slammer.

[@jayjohnson5016]

This is SO COOL!! I met Brian at a gas station in Fort Lupton CO fueling up this exact truck! Took some pics with him and shook his hand. Felt like shaking a bunch of bananas, his hands and fingers are GIANT

[@jayjohnson5016]

Photos/Videos do him not justice. My friend was 6'7 270 lbs and Brian made him look like a shrimp

[@Daniel-Weaver]

Those tremor wheels are crappy chineseum. Banks dropped the ball there. All of his stuff is made in USA, so put some USA made wheels on that beast.

[@brookesmilbourn3188]

I started following Gale probably 18 ish years ago. My respect for him came from his approach at making safe clean and reliable power. Every single video I’ve watched he’s explaining multiple points throughout the system where they collect data while developing their products, the man is a true American icon and his dedication to making the best performance parts is highly respectable to say the very least.

[@Sdukes001]

Gale is an absolute legend 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@solargarage]

I would love to see this type of series continue. Donate a build to first responder/military...etc...

[@ATomRileyA]

Amazing stuff, love Brian as well.

[@robertjohnson4784]

What are awesome video in a great story revamping Shawn's Excursion and of course Gail Banks does nothing but the best top notch engineering and execution❤ BANKS POWER 😊

[@SuperDave-vj9en]

Banks is going to be doing the work on my 2002 Ford 350 Superduty 7.3 diesel. I can hardly wait!

[@skycoh3581]

This video just farther solidifies my LOVE for Gale Banks and Banks Power. Well done.

[@juniormeghji2551]

Gale Banks is the strongest man of the diesel world.

[@user-bd5md5cm2j]

Gorgeous, incredible job on that excursion!!! My excursion has the v10. 400,000 miles on it. But its getting tired. Its time for a restoration.

[@bobkare1015]

I was so lucky to spend 15 years in the USA. What is making the USA different from other countries is the urge to innovation. Everything from cars, engines, software, etc, etc. I am proudly driving a Tesla here in Norway (EVs have no tax) but I still love to check in on what is going on back in the USA. Great video. It is fantastic to see all the knowledge in action.

[@brandonj470p4]

The only thing Gale Banks lacks is marketing. I never knew he had so many products! Not just this video, but all of them. Love it!! He's the man!

[@BrandonAmmons-e6g]

He’s got the marketing, just a ton of people, mainly diesel owners, don’t like him because he doesn’t do delete stuff and his prices for his products are generally more than the stuff other sell.

[@christianmiranda23]

I didn't realize Gale was so tall. To stand next to Brian and not look like a munchkin is not something to shrug off.

[@redrussian76]

I love all the Banks stuff, including my 7.5l Stinger bundle on my '96 F250! Now, I'm just waiting for them to continue production of their Torque Tube headers.

[@hunterbaas8850]

Literally everybody's dream excursion!! I want one with all the banks equipment on it too!!!!!!

[@chrisniche932]

Thank you Babies for everything you do because you are the MAN!!👍👍😁

[@matts9836]

i have his exhaust and ram air intake for my f250. this Gale knows is stuff when it comes to diesel engines. highly recommend his products

[@T_B_C_L]

It would be a heart pounding experience to be in the same room with these 2 massive individuals. Both Legends in their field!

[@5cent27]

I love the 7.3 excursions, this thing is perfect 🤌

[@robertybarra7826]

Man, I used to have one of those.I miss it

[@Ray00069]

A supercharged diesel is next level. I would never thought of that kind of combo. I bet that thing rips.

[@danielbyl2967]

That's where the top mount superchargers come from. The Detroit Diesels needed them back in the day.

[@fastinradfordable]

It’s literally 90+yo tech.

[@jimmungai1938]

I haven’t finished watching the video yet. I’m almost to the end and he set up the Buick grand national V6 turbo system worked really good too. This is six in a row.Jim from Kennerdell PA I have a 91.5 Dodge just had the engine rebuilt by D&jmachine in Cambridge, Ohio those guys do really nice work anyway you guys have a nice day thank you Gail for your devotion to excellence

[@FarmerDrew]

Great Ford video! Colorado 💪 proud It's not all just 🌿 and 🌈

[@QUAKEPOWERZ]

YEAAA ✨👑💯 HE WENT WITH THE MAN GALE BANKS

[@Friedbrain11]

Don't care for Fords but that Excursion looks badass. Thanks, Mr. Banks and Mr. Shaw!

[@widdly-scuds]

Awesome to see how proud Mr Banks is of that C20

[@misterrc51]

Nice to see how Banks makes their parts, looks like a nice place to work for 🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@kevinjacquel]

Just saw Brian and his Expedition today. Both larger than life.

[@97kx211]

Monitoring boost pressure? That means literally nothing. Don’t you know Gale, it’s all about the MAD!

[@guero9093]

Banks was building 1200hp 454 trucks in the early 90s he’s a legend in the game

[@johnnygeorgopoulos4072]

To the Excursion, which was, and is, such a badass ride.... I don't like the new black wheels compared to the stock polished and machined aluminum ones. New meatier tires, absolutely, on the stock wheels, yup, the awesome Bilstein suspension, yes... super thrilled about that, especially with it being Bilstein and not Fox, King, or any of the other "popular" shocks, especially when Bilstein knows their 💩 and creates some of the best on and off-road suspension, yet nobody knows they make off-road goodies.... and I'm of course, especially cool with the power and drivetrain upgrades.... just I think the stock polished and machined aluminum wheels with the better tires would've been cooler, fitted the paint scheme better, and kept it more classy..... it's mainly the black with that paint, a set of 16-20" polished aluminum wheels with 35-37" tires would've also looked good, or at least, better.

[@mynihilism]

Brians driving impressions would have been nice to see. Great video.

[@samo8204]

Gale is an AMERICAN TREASURE!!!

[@FenzoMac]

How fun! I'll tune in for more content like this.

[@dillondosson806]

Brian needs to put a MOVE Bumper on that truck! You guys did a great job! Absolutely awesome!

[@captnhook236]

I wish Banks still made the kit for the old School GM 6.5 Turtle diesels. I had a 6.2 turboed with his kit on there back in the late 80's, and sold the kit off my blown up 97 CCLB 6.5 TD, I still own that truck, and wished I had a kit to bolt on to it. Its Stockish, with a big fuel upgrade and cooling upgrade, still a turtle, but tows our SXS and hauls the slide in pretty good with only 225hp

[@ThornnEnt]

Your historian is incredible! Glad you have someone there who knows where GB started and the road he travels

[@p-townshankzilla2654]

When power meets torque 💪🏻💪🏻

[@uliwehner]

we finally got our 99 F250 with the 7.3 broke in at 260,000 miles. a few extra horses would be cool. been exclusively using it for towing our camper for the past 80,000 miles. 10mpg towing at 70-75 on the interstate.

[@AmericanThunder]

0:35 Damn, that keg glanced off his shoulder

[@WillCarter1976]

I saw the thumbnail and was like, hey, i have one of those at home! 😅. 7.3L is probably the best diesel engine Ford ever put in a vehicle. My 2003 ltd has 240k on it and runs like a sewing machine.

[@raymondclass6794]

My dad killed his with a k&n filter with Lucas and shit oil change schedule we dumped so much money in it he won't do a rebuild 😢 f550

[@calypojr]

Shaw is a brilliant human... and is all about math... he knows whats up

[@calypojr]

That duramax beast was incredible...

[@gymbo230970]

Two super fantastic utubers .

[@bernardgraf7187]

That Excursion came out nice

[@jonathanhnunez]

Gale Banks doesn’t get as much credit as he deserves for what’s happened in history because of him.

[@komeek]

Just bought my first diesel pickup a couple months ago. Gonna buy a banks intercooler and ecotune from them.

[@ram2500rt]

I put that kit on a 2001 7.3 power stroke and it made 49 more horsepower on the dyno. Pulled the Banks tuning and added a small Bully Dog then it picked up 110hp at the tire.

[@Sandz_]

lol k

[@LiquidAudio]

Gale Banks is a national treasure, and I'm not even from the USA!

[@cdachyk]

Gale Banks is the GOAT!!

[@jayburbs15]

Gale had to let the blood rush back into his forearm after that handshake.😂😅

[@lqdxoni1]

i would so love having him do a truck build for me

[@nathansonnen9407]

Welcome to pimp my ride, Gale Banks edition.

[@LEF3133]

That track truck is sick!

[@jadm4850]

Damn.... Next mods for my 2000 7.3 for sure.

[@garlenseong38]

Cool and crazy diesels. Awesome!!

[@ericbailey9549]

I hiked PP in 2012 and ate one of those donuts. Total ass kicker.

[@cje26]

Don't forget about us 3.0 Duramax guys! Baby diesels are diesels, too, and we need new airboxes

[@fastinradfordable]

That’s a bad engine.

[@cje26]

@@fastinradfordable Really? How so?

[@flipposgarage]

I love the excursion they did great

[@stevofinj]

Another BADASS ride made better by the G.O.A.T.! Well done Gale, as always!

[@TEC_Stuff]

Please re-edit the ending to feature the sound of freedom in that newly transformed diesel!!!

[@4speed3pedals]

I wonder if Gale Banks is messing with dimpled pistons in his diesel builds?

[@matthewmiller2268]

Those speed of air pistons and thermal coatings would be a game changer for all diesel, gdi and ICE engines. Then how about the 2-stroke Detroit Diesel engines.

[@AmaroqStarwind]

Now to send him over to DipYourCar for a crazy paint job!

[@chrisowston8782]

Gale I would love to see your version of a super stock pulling tractor

[@richardbarnes4699]

I live at 4300' elevation with my 6.0. I feel like i should get the Brian Shaw package.

[@mthemechanic7158]

I thought Dave’s auto was on another level This guy is on a different planet Being a mechanic guy admired this guy

[@wesleyhryszczuk9442]

Would’ve been nice to hear the truck run 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@hughmongous5089]

Never would I have thought I'd have seen this crossover lol

[@ggroombr]

I’m sure there are others, but I’d find it hard pressed to think of another aftermarket manufacturer that has such a high oem level of R&D in all of their products. You know that it’s going to last as well!

[@trueamerican7034]

The best of both worlds.