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Ford - 6.9 & 7.3L
Banks' wastegated Sidewinder turbo is the ultimate upgrade for classic diesels. Up to +82 hp and +143 lb-ft (rear wheel). Tow uphill 53% quicker; 29% more MPG!
Gains Up To:+82 hp/+143 lb-ft
Sidewinder® Turbo System
F-250, F-350 & F-450 PICKUP: The ultimate upgrade for classic diesels is a Sidewinder turbocharging system. Banks wastegated Sidewinder turbo unleashes gains up to +82 hp and +143 lb-ft torque. You'll hardly recognize Ol' Betsy; With Banks' turbocharging technology onboard, she'll tow up the grade 53% quicker, and provide up to a phenomenal 29% fuel economy improvement at that. No smoke!
Important: Some vehicle configurations require an extension kit for proper fit.
Some of the Banks Sidewinder Turbo System components shown installed on the 7.3L engine.
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Test vehicle: 1992 F-350 supercab dually • 2-wheel drive • axle ratio 4.10:1 • E4OD 4-speed automatic trans.
Horsepower and torque measured at rear wheels.
| Wastegated Sidewinder turbo system | Stock | Banks | Improvement | Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower, best gain | 176 hp (3000 rpm) | 260 hp (3000 rpm) | +84 horsepower | 48% more (3000 rpm) |
| Torque, best gain | 360 lb-ft (1400 rpm) | 503 lb-ft (1500 rpm) | +143 lb-ft torque | 40% more (1500 rpm) |
| Solo: 0-60 mph acceleration, time* | 15.57 sec | 9.54 sec | -6.03 sec | 39% quicker |
| Solo: 40-60 mph acceleration, time* | 7.97 sec | 4.74 sec | -3.23 sec | 41% quicker |
| Towing: 0-60 mph acceleration, time* | 27.3 sec | 17.24 sec | -10.06 sec | 37% quicker |
| Towing: 40-60 mph acceleration, time* | 13.64 sec | 8.65 sec | -4.99 sec | 37% quicker |
| Towing: 0-60 mph acceleration, distance* | 1,507 ft | 951 ft | -556 ft | 37% less distance |
| Towing: 40-60 mph acceleration, distance* | 1,014 ft | 644 ft | +370 ft | 36% less distance |
| Maximum speed, hill-climb, towing (6% grade)* | 47 mph (2nd gear) | 72 mph (3rd gear) | +25 mph | 53% faster |
| Fuel economy, solo** | 22.2 mpg | 24.5 mpg | +2.3 mpg | 10% better mileage |
| Fuel economy, flat towing** | 10.0 mpg | 11.5 mpg | +1.5 mpg | 15% better mileage |
| Fuel economy, mountain towing** | 10.2 mpg | 13.2 mpg | +3.0 mpg | 29% better mileage |
| Exhaust temperature, mountain towing** | 1150°F | 1050°F | -100°F | 9% lower EGT |
*As tested by Trailer Life magazine. Truck weight with driver and full fuel: 6,580 lbs.
Towing weight with trailer: 12,940 lbs.
**As tested by Trailer Boats magazine. Towing weight with boat-trailer: 13,850 lbs.
| Stinger System |
|---|
| Best Gains |
| +38 horsepower |
| +40 lb-ft torque |
| 6% better mileage |
| Application | Year Range | Part # |
|---|---|---|
| Wastegated Sidewinder turbo system Pickup, F-250/350/450 | C-6 auto trans* | 1983-93 | 21060 |
| Wastegated Sidewinder turbo system Pickup, F-250/350/450 | E4OD auto trans* | 1983-93 | 21062 |
| Wastegated Sidewinder turbo system Pickup, F-250/350/450 | Manual trans* | 1983-93 | 21064 |
| CDR valve relocation kit Ford 6.9/7.3L Truck | 1983-93 | 42243 |
| Exhaust extension kit Ford 6.9/7.3L Super/crew Cab | 1983-93 | 50018 |
| Dipstick tube kit Ford 6.9/7.3L Truck C-6 transmission | 1983-93 | 72301 |
| Dipstick tube kit Ford 7.3L Truck E4OD transmission | 1983-93 | 72302 |
| Gasket set Ford 6.9/7.3L Truck, Late | 93312 |
Owners Manual(s)
| Forced Induction- Sidewinder turbo system (Van) (Part #96308) 6.9 & 7.3L |
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| Forced Induction- Sidewinder turbo system (early-body) (Part #96310) 6.9L & 7.3L |
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Accolades
“Banks components produce more power with less smoke and lower EGTs.”
Speedway Illustrated (Jul '05)