Learn from the Master of Diesel - /ENGINEERED

[@kylestewart8354]

One thing can not be disputed. Banks performance owns every meaningful record when it comes to diesel performance. And they do it with CLASS. You won't find another diesel tuner company that would dare challenge Banks in any competition that requires power, efficiency and longevity.

[@MrMyrakle23]

I wish school was like this...

[@DriveBetter]

+MrMyrakle23 www.uti.edu/programs/diesel ?

[@mtdew108]

+TheBurnout I think He/she means high school

[@MrMyrakle23]

+mtdew108 you got it, I've would've paid more attention

[@alexanderreschny5938]

I don't even know what I'm supposed to do.

[@alexanderreschny5938]

im good at hockey Moose Only

[@spazda_mx5]

I could listen to Mr. Banks talk all day on this stuff, thanks for another great film.

[@kevinhibbard320]

Hes so smart yet seems so unpretentious

[@NaveenKumar-oj7xh]

Hope you've seen the videos he's been putting out lately under BanksPower channel. I've never been interested in performance Diesels until I started watching his videos. Beyond impressive.

[@THESLlCK]

@@NaveenKumar-oj7xh his stuff about gas is pretty incredible too

[@likenem]

As a public service Announcement show this to anyone you know who rolls coal.

[@Armixs]

+likenem "roles"

[@likenem]

Armixs Whoops.

[@stubones]

+Armixs Rolls, not roles .tut tut :)

[@likenem]

stubones He was correcting because I missed spelled rolls

[@stubones]

likenem If you spelled rolls, "rolls" then you didn't spell it incorrectly. Roles is incorrect :)

[@spdcrzy]

He's over 70 years old and going strong. I want to meet him one day.

[@BCJDM]

That dude is smart af.

[@unlisted9494]

+BCJDM He's been on matt farah's podcast a few times, you should check those episodes out.

[@robm425]

+Skylar Garrett He had a great appearance on the Car Stories podcast from the Petersen Auto Museum

[@d1sturb3d119]

+Gandalf the White Sounds more like average human beings need to raise the bar and stop being mediocre.

[@d1sturb3d119]

***** He used some pretty simple terms that can be googled. Spending 5 minutes online reading any basic technical article will help. Most car guys have a basic level of understanding. Even engineering explained covers the topic in depth. That's usually a good starting point to learn. If you're into working on cars pretty much all he covered were the basics of how and why a motor makes the power that it does.

[@mr.butterworth]

+Gandalf the White My knowledge of Diesel technology is minimal, but I find his commentary and demeanor quite approachable.

[@wizkid22]

/Engineered is my favorite show on Drive

[@d15z1sux]

I like the way he explains things...

[@271production]

Awesome how you guys get some of the top experts to talk about their passion. Not just some expert from some shop, but the most renowned world famous guys in their respective area of expertise. Really cool

[@RussellRobinson77]

Yes! Mr. Banks is wonderful to listen to and learn from! Even if he speaks about topics that I have already learned, he has a good method of explaining and putting things in a new light with real world examples

[@ColemanBales]

Not typically a diesel guy, but i really enjoyed hearing this guy talk. He really knows what he's doing and is great at explaining it.

[@loloolololololol]

There you have it lads - A B S O L U T E L Y NO BACK PRESSURE NONE

[@colbyhill4027]

loloolololololol off the turbo lol

[@jcangler88]

This guy is the Bob Ross of the car world. He will put you in a trance, and speak automotive all day to you.

[@urmomisfineinbed]

I wish they had asked him more complex questions. hopefully they'll do more of these with gale.

[@A10troll]

He's looked at diesel and gas but I'd love to see what he has to say about rotaries and other engine setups.

[@karsoncox4403]

+A10troll well rotary is a gas engine ... how about you say well he looked at combustion engines how about rotary. but he probably has no clue about them most people don't and thats because they are kind of a stupid motor they arnt very fuel efficient there expensive there heavy and they don't last very long. i mean yeah if you mod one enough it can get some crazy numbers like a 4 rotary twin turbo but most of those vehicles are promotional race vehichles and don't make sense in real world application.

[@rgsv2248]

+Karson Cox the secret with rotary engine is to keep heat work for torque, and no dumbly heat up rotor and housing wall. There are some ways to do that and one of the first is to burn as fast as it's possible, that's why rotary get better efficiency as rpm rises and why the R26B has 3 sparks plug / housing So idealy rotary will be pleased with burning H² or gasoline by knock You can get better efficiency by reducing heat dissipation by using exotics surface treatment and materials. All others aspect of rotary stays quite close to reciprocating piston engine. But yeah, rotary are intersting for making power in a relativly small package, but it's a uter sh*t for efficiency and efficiency is the key

[@DolleHengst]

***** I know it was a joke, but knowing the truth about Wankel i had to reply to it. In order to join the SS, you needed to proof that you were a pure arian german. They traced your ancestry. So him joining the SS would exclude the possibility of him being jewish. Besides, nazi and SS-member or not, he is said to have been a very kind, warm and admirable man.

[@appelpower1]

+A10troll Ignoring the whole pointless Jew argument here: wouldn't it be possible to make a rotary diesel engine? I'd love to see that. Mazda, who are bound to release a rotary sports car once again in a couple of years, are working on a hydrogen rotary engine. That probably combines the best traits of eco cars and combustion engines.

[@appelpower1]

***** So it ought to be possible, then?

[@fordguy2236]

Mr. Banks is a very intelligent guy. He is one of few people left in the world that will give the diesel community a good name. I have had several diesel in the 4 years I have had my license and never have thought rolling coal was a cool thing. I like a clean, strong, good looking truck.

[@jonkerner3324]

gale banks is a very smart man. always was. he was one of the first guys running turboed motors in his speed shop, then one of the first guys to get heavy into diesel, and he knows how to make power without killing stuff

[@Jrb-4935]

The engineered series is hands down my favorite series from Drive so far. Someone needs to bubble wrap Gale Banks because that man is a national treasure.

[@orygunchainsawmassacre6761]

Could listen to Mr Banks for hours. Passionate and knowledgeable as they come.

[@altern8ive]

could've listened to this guy talk forever BUT wish the editors could've made up their minds which color grading to apply, was there even any need for a second camera during the first 10 minutes. quite distracting.

[@jonellwanger7258]

hyprfocal I was just fine till I read your comment. o_0 Bastard.. -_-

[@heen91]

as an engineering student i really enjoy the engineered series.. keep it coming!

[@MrSlowestD16]

This man is a brilliant diesel engineer. I could listen to him talk about this type of stuff all day!

[@DevinPu]

This guy is an amazing presenter. Would love to see more videos done by him.

[@qidthekid]

Wow. Amazing. You learn something every day , huh? Me being a 15 year old not having any access to a workshop, or even a garage, I appreciate this knowledge. Thank you!

[@saltysteel3996]

I wish my 1988 M998 Humvee had a Banks engine setup in it. It just has the regular 6.5L non-turbo V8 diesel. Still fun and cool though.

[@juicycro]

I could listen to this guy for hours and hours... U can see he really understands everything he talks about

[@Dr_Xyzt]

"Backpressure is bad!" Thanks, Gale. Keep that pressure differential going pal!

[@thatguytom1]

I'd heard of banks humvees before, nut never really looked into the company. After watching this, i'm super impressed by the depth of knowledge, and how he applies it.

[@ladamyre1]

One thing he missed, but that's a point only a few of us, properly educated and trained technicians, could appreciate and that is valve timing, specifically overlap. I thought for a second he might mention it when he was talking about the exhaust, but he didn't. Still, a very good explanation for the layman. I'd buy one!

[@Galeere2]

Why isn´t everybody treating Diesel this way? It really is not that complicated. Very helpful Video, Banks explained it nicely.

[@willytheekid]

I could listen to this gentleman explain engines & tuning all day!!

[@CarCommercialsofthePast]

This guy knows his stuff.

[@erickdickman2051]

The only comment I have is that the P1V1T1=P2V2T2 pre and post inter cooler, temp drops, pressure drops, volume is constant.. you arent looking for more density from the inter cooler as much as you are looking to minimize temperature entering the cylinder to keep those combustion temps down. Higher intake temps temps become higher by a multiple of your compression ratio during compression and then higher again in addition by several constants ((QlhvBTU_1*combeff_1)/(((cvmix_1+cvex_1)/2)*(1+AF_1)). Keep temps down on intake, keep more oxygen in the engine, regulate fuel, make power. This guy did a good job either way!

[@lolzlarkin3059]

I've gotta agree with the expert here. it doesn't really matter about intake temp in a diesel because you inject fuel at the top of the stroke so you can't get pre ignition. your only limit to power is the amount of fuel you can burn. you need the most amount of air molecules in the cylinder as possible. or the greatest density of air. it doesn't need to be at any specific ratio like a petrol engine, if you have more air then you need it'll just get exhausted out, if you don't have enough, you'll have some partially burnt fuel and you'll see black smoke.

[@carsonhammond6204]

this man is out right brilliant, I could listen to him all day

[@ovconley109]

Man I love this series.

[@daniel1997gsx]

Im not even into diesel but this had my attention the whole time. I wish this guy was my grandpa, i cold have conversation with him all day.

[@Rockport1911]

Thanks to /DRIVE for all the Engineered videos. Really lets you look over the shoulder of the Pros. I live in germany and diesel wagons are everywhere. It almost doesnt make sense to drive a gasser if you drive more than a few miles a day...

[@jasonwilliams8016]

More, give me more! I could sit here all day and listen to the legend Gale Banks school me on Diesel.

[@offdatgogo]

That ol "back pressure" arguement. I have several people that I need to link to this video. Oh and thanks for hitting another home run for us +Drive!

[@renegadeblob]

They said "Master of Diesel". I didn't believe them until he introduced himself. This guy/brand is extremely well respected.

[@bmxguy08]

I love these recent engineered episodes with Steven dinan, Gale Banks, and Nelson from NRE these guys have countless hours of their life dedicated to horsepower and doing it right, you cant put a price on that. These guys could tell me I have been pumping my gas wrong this whole time and I would listen.

[@headcas620]

Banks is love, Banks is life.

[@A_Man_Of_Culture_]

He should design a Diesel motorcycle engine, can you imagine a diesel adventure bike!

[@yellowbusguy]

+mrsuperbuckets Our military already has one.

[@sonictech1000]

I can imagine needing a crane to pick it up after dumping it.:)

[@A_Man_Of_Culture_]

***** depends on the size of the engine, and what engine configuration he chose. A 600cc turbo diesel twin wouldn't weigh all that much, built would last forever.

[@whydoyouwantmyname5857]

+mrsuperbuckets can you say wheelie machine?

[@appelpower1]

+mrsuperbuckets A 1.2 litre 3-cylinder diesel is an abomination, as proven by the VW Polo Bluemotion. Because of that, I don't think a 600cc diesel engine is a good idea.

[@surfordie82]

I love this guy. This video broke down diesel performance so brilliantly!

[@bigballstouchem1560]

this entire series is great.. Best most informative from pros at the top of their games.. no bullshit

[@OMGeeric]

my work cummins has a full stinger kit by you mr. banks! she hauls 3 cars all day everyday averaging 200 miles a day at 15 mpg !!

[@cadamwil]

Came here to see Gale Banks speak on the right knowledge of Diesel, was not disappointed

[@officiallykix]

Dear Drive,more of this guy, please.

[@TheCarCrazyGuy]

Great video. The best by far. Gale Banks is an extremely knowledgable gentleman.

[@J0HNSULL1VAN]

Interesting episode. I really like this series.

[@cdmikelis]

WoW this was pleasure to listen. So much knowledge behind and such a dense story. I like closing sentence - stay within durable. As so many chip-ers just removes boost limiter and engine starts to leak everywhere soon (diesel). Or pistons melts (gasoline).

[@powwying]

Keep these ENGINEERED segments coming. I really enjoy watching them and learning from them.

[@andyb0x]

Can't say it enough, this guy is a diesel wizard.

[@300ZCorradoVR6Z]

Very good episode. Thank you!

[@richardharrod378]

This was a big help, as I'm getting my first diesel. Thank you

[@ChardDavis]

These engineering series are golden and inspiring

[@sanityd1]

What a great bloke, you'd buy an engine from him for sure.

[@dougbawden4321]

Finally! Thank you. Over fueling = heat and washed bores...

[@BuckleUpBuckleUp]

i could listen to this dude talk all day

[@scottr1514]

Wow , the master of diesel, thank you for teaching us.

[@1DanE1991]

I felt like I was back in diesel class this was great.

[@HaydenBarrow]

Finally a diesel dude that isn't into billowing smoke clouds. I always thought that was a bad idea. It's all about the facts, people.

[@MultiDuggles]

I dig diesel truck, cars and hot rods, but this opened my eyes.

[@Shalloworldmx]

I wish he were my grandpa and just spend an afternoon with him working on a engine.

[@AllAhabNoMoby]

The most elucidating explanation I've ever heard. Thanks!

[@omfgwtfbbq90]

I approve very much of these new Engineered series. Well done /DRIVE! Very well done!

[@idahobuckaroo8348]

Agreed. Banks Power has it right. It's all about air movement and air density. Diesels are cleaner than gasoline powered engines. It is a well documented fact. Thanks, Gale.

[@pascalmpower7944]

Exactly, I don't get why ppl love rolling coal, ignition= Oxygen+ temperature and fuel. Rolling coal= more fuel with same amount of air which also mean higher temperature and reduce the air density meaning the engine will loss boost very soon. I like how Bank's power trying to balance out the ratio between air, fuel and temperature. Ie, using OttoMind micro-programmer to control air fuel flow to maximize boost and fuel economy. I also like how that "Super turbo semi" burning every single cubic inch of left over or wasted fuel for more power especially during hill climb where air density is thinner.

[@darshanchandramouli6787]

/DRIVE please keep making these videos. They're so awesome!😀😀😀😀😀😀

[@boothegoopc8417]

Again another great /engineered episode. Keep them coming please.

[@__m37]

Wow. Thank you Dale for this extremely informative and very interesting video. I would love to sit down a pick Dale's brain, what an interesting and intelligent man.

[@Prodriver33]

GB is one of the greatest dudes in automotive history, I hope someday I have enough $ to buy something from him.

[@CrossWindsPat]

/Engineered is one of the best channels on youtube.

[@superhyphy129]

this is gold man. loving this series. gives me stuff to think about in regards to my turbo AE86 project.

[@soumarku]

Great lesson, love the " envelope performance " definition.

[@ericcampbell2360]

Gale Banks is my Role Model

[@tadficuscactus]

This guy is a great teacher

[@MidnightMechanic]

Finally, a guy willing to tell the coal rollers off! *OVERFUELING KILLS ENGINES!!* You wouldn't believe how many guys out there are buying injectors in bulk, not even getting them flow matched, just to get that nice new knocking sound of a Diesel struggling to run at idle! Diesels require VERY little fuel to run, they adore air to compress, the more air that can be heated and compressed, the greater the efficiency of the burn! Don't even worry about knock, the better cetane level, the quicker the burn!

[@callumhughes4090]

Thanks Professor Xavier. What a Great guy.

[@phoenix6064]

Good video, but adding an intercooler to an engine that has sufficient fuel octane will not increase power, in fact most will lose some power if the boost is not increased. I've done back to back tests on a V6 turbo at 12psi with a very low pressure loss intercooler and E85(no knock). Dropped the boost by about 1psi, and temps by about 70-80* measured at the throttle body at full boost. Power was ever so slightly less. Boost was referenced at the outlet of the turbo. If boost is referenced at the throttle body or manifold it's a different story, but in that case you're working the turbo harder to overcome the intercooler restriction.

[@DoctorGoFast]

I gave it a like even before starting to watch. Brilliant series. Congrats

[@n8bolton]

Literally gonna watch this again. Yes, it was that good. I loved his "peeing" fuel remark about turned up mechanical pumps. I cracked a smile at that.

[@Thesongstaysthesame]

long time multiple diesel owner here. Gale banks gets a bad wrap for his take on diesel smoke and all that. i WISH that my 900hp daily didn't smoke, but its a fact of life that i don't have a dyno in my back yard and I'm about 35 hours away from a shop like Hardway performance. As for the assholes that make no power and just roll coal they give guys like me a seriously bad name. I have used Gale's coolers in just about all my builds and his side draft in my current daily. The man knows what he's talking about but his delivery at shows and race weekends really needs to change lol

[@harare767]

thank you SIR for sharing your wisdom on engine factors

[@dergonactual6462]

So basically, diesels can't knock because there is no such thing compression for them? Thats incredible. Think of how much boost you can put on your average cummins, you're just limited to the point of something breaking from heat/pressure.

[@creaturedanaaaaa]

yeah it's like 50 psi stock block

[@adler3008]

There is of course compression! The difference is that the diesel is injected after the compression has already happened so it cant pre ignite or knock.

[@johnathanyinger]

The best informative video I have ever seen!

[@rthibx]

Great video Gale! I wish you would crack the code on the aisin behind the cummins 6.7 so we could have some trans control.

[@Krishilbun]

I love hearing this man talk!

[@mikekelsall5859]

the man is a diesel guru listen to the man if you have a diesel and it does improve power

[@ishouldgetalif3]

Well the first diesel wasn't 4 stroked, it was more similar to a 2 stroke. and was built by MAN which later then came out with a 4 stroke Diesel about 20 years after Rudolf died. and Nicolas Otto invented the gas 4 stroke Engine but he later founded the Company Deutz which later also started to build Diesel Engines and got famous for their fan cooled Diesel Engines. and Deutz and MAN are some of the oldest Engine manufactures in the World Deutz being the oldest but MAN the oldest Diesel manufacture. i know this from the top of my head why? because... well.. *runs out of the room and slams the door*

[@jerryg4534]

I'm loving these drive engineered episodes

[@rogerpearson9081]

Im 100% with you Gale. Black "choke" is just wasted fuel and anti social in a road vehicle. Too many buffoons just think winding up the boost will give more power when the returns vs boost are minimal and the charge temp going in is so high that it can cause engine damage or limit power due to thermal limitations. The key is charge density not pressure. On a Petrol engine charge temp is even more important for detonation prevention. Spot on with the fuel too. Good biodiesel is fine but the backyard boys use rubbish stock with baddies like glycerin which gums up your engine.

[@xxxxdarksidexxxx]

Hmm Banks front mount IC with cast in/out....so pretty! My Buick Grand National would love one heh!!

[@MegaJCMartin94]

I learned from this man today... Thanks /DRIVE special thanks to Gale Banks...

[@xDRAN0x]

What a great teacher, awesome video!

[@jeremysloane3921]

This may sound like a dumb question but to create boost you want pressure so the tighter you can compress that air of the better right

[@BrianWerner]

Love the /engineered series, but they need to go a bit deeper. Wish I could talk to Mr. Banks about some ideas.

[@wobblysauce]

+Brian Werner Well post them.. that is how they get the questions to ask.

[@wayupnorth1973]

Very great video. I learned some things I never knew!

[@paulussticks8574]

This guy is fascinating to listen too.

[@yamaharidr450]

I'm not a fan of banks tuning or bolt on kits but great job explaining diesel engines.