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Banks Ram-Air®

Starting at $429.00

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Banks Ram-Air®

Starting at $429.00

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Components used in Banks Ram-Air intake for 2011-2012 6.6L Duramax LML 42220
Components used in Banks Ram-Air intake for 2011-2012 6.6L Duramax LML 42220-D
42220 42220-D Ram-Air Intakes
Components used in Banks Ram-Air intake for 2011-2012 6.6L Duramax LML 42220
Installed photo of the Banks Ram-Air intake for 2011-2012 6.6L Duramax LML 42220
Example filters and pre filters
Components used in Banks Ram-Air intake for 2011-2012 6.6L Duramax LML 42220-D
Components used in Banks Ram-Air intake for 2011-2012 6.6L Duramax LML 42220
Installed photo of the Banks Ram-Air intake for 2011-2012 6.6L Duramax LML 42220
Example filters and pre filters
Components used in Banks Ram-Air intake for 2011-2012 6.6L Duramax LML 42220-D
Installed photo of the Banks Ram-Air intake for 2011-2012 6.6L Duramax LML 42220-D
Example filters and pre filters

Banks Ram-Air®

Gain up to +39hp/+69lb-ft, 35% Less Restrictive
Lowers EGT and soot output
For 2011-2012 Chevy/GMC 2500/3500 6.6L Duramax, LML
Limited Inventory
MSRP $476.67

$429.00

Choose Your Banks Ram-Air®

$429.00
Oiled Filter Set
$429.00
Dry Filter Set

Add Ons

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42138 42138-D Oiled and Dry Filters
Air Filter Element
Add a spare Oiled Filter to your order
+$119.00
Banks PreFilter
Pre-Filter
For Filter PN# 42138 & 42138-D
Protects from debris, mud, and fine dust
+$44.08
Free Shipping on orders over $250 (48 Contiguous US)*

Up to 39hp and 69lb-ft gain and outflows stock and competitors up to 35 Percent while reducing exhaust gas temps (EGTs). Exclusive 5 inch bellows prevents component damage Cooler temps Cleaner-running engine Oiled or Dry Air Filter Element

50 State Compliant

CARB E.O. D-161-146


Fitment Note


Specifications

Testing, testing & more testing.

Banks Ram-Air Intake Systems are tested and proven. They start out as CAD software prototypes and are put through flow simulations. After a hardware prototype is made, it's tested on a flowbench. Then it's tested on the vehicle. And finally, Banks' density-tests the Ram-Air against stock and many competitors.

Proven design. Proven performance.

Banks Ram-Air Intake maximizes the flow of cool, dense air to the engine for greater power and fuel economy. Thanks to its enclosed cold-air housing, huge inlet with giant dome-shaped filter, and streamlined internal design, it flows 35% better than stock! Infact, it performs so well that it delivers greater air density to the turbo's inlet than all competitors tested.

Longer service life, too.

An aftermarket exclusive: with 5" bellows, Banks Ram-Air accommodates engine movement, which protects the components and extends service life. What's more, Ram-Air is designed to not cause fault or error codes.

It's all about density.

And Banks Ram-Air Intake delivers. The harder you work your truck, the more Banks Ram-Air Intake improves power and fuel economy!


Key Features

  • Enclosed housing keeps out hot, power-robbing engine air
  • Reduces exhaust gas temps and sooty, black smoke.
  • Inhales cooler outside air for more power and MPG
  • Extends service life and requires fewer cleanings
  • Giant filter maximizes high-flow filtration
  • Extensively tested and validated
  • Outflows stock up to 35%
  • 5-year Limited Warranty
  • OILED or DRY Air Filter Element
  • Exclusive 5 inch bellows



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line drawing diagram showing beneficial airflow with the Banks Ram-Air system compared to stock

Note: This illustration shows a stock LLY intake so yours may not be identical.

Available separately: new Super-Scoop optimizes the Ram-Air Intake's efficiency and power! ( Chevy 42168 or GMC 42169 )


Air density testing chart comparing on-highway temperatures of Banks Ram-Air® Intake, Bullydog, Airaid, AFE Stage I & II, True Flow XDI, Volant & AEM Brute Force vs. stock Chart comparing on-highway air density gain or loss of Banks Ram-Air® Intake, Bullydog, Airaid, AFE Stage I & II, True Flow XDI, Volant & AEM Brute Force vs. stock

All 8 Intakes Perform worse than Banks!

Cold, high-pressure ram-air flowing through Banks Ram-Air® Intake with optional Super-Scoop®

7 out of 8 “cold air” systems actually increase temperatures above stock levels at the turbo inlet!


It’s good to be dense, all right. Check out our density ad for an informative look at intake airflow, air temperature and air density, and how they all come together in the Banks Ram-Air Intake.


Testing so good, it’s patented! Banks sets uncompromisingly high standards for testing. In fact, we were awarded an Engine Performance Evaluation patent from the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Check it out: Engine Performance Evaluation: US Patent # 7,254,477


Overview Summary

We measured each intake’s effect on air density at the turbo compressor inlet. Intake temperatures will generally be higher than ambient conditions, but the more the system can duct cool air to the filter and preserve the cool temperature as the air is ducted to the turbo, the higher the air density will be. In addition, there will commonly be a pressure drop as air travels through the filter and the ducting due to any restriction that is introduced. If the design of the system can minimize the restriction and the pressure loss, air density will be preserved.


Test Setup

A 2006 Chevrolet 2500HD, 4 wheel drive, with a crew cab, six foot bed and automatic transmission was used as the test vehicle. A data acquisition system was used to measure vehicle speed via GPS, along with multiple temperature thermistors and extremely accurate pressure transducers. The total vehicle weight was approximately 19,000 lbs. Tests were run in 2WD.


Testing was conducted on a moderate hill on the northbound CA-57 in the city of Pomona. Speed was maintained at 45 MPH until the vehicle was adjacent to a pre-determined start point on the road. At that point, the accelerator was fully depressed and the vehicle was allowed to accelerate while climbing the hill. Test data was observed at the same vehicle speed in all cases, with the engine at 2800 RPM, the point of peak engine power. This data point occurred between 60 and 90 seconds into the run—sufficient time to allow the engine to reach a stabilized operating condition.


Data Acquisition

Vehicle Speed, Engine RPM and Accelerator Pedal Position were logged to determine the load conditions and speeds. Temperature was measured using thermistors for increased accuracy. They were mounted to measure ambient temperature as well as temperatures at the filter and compressor inlets. Pressure transducers were used to measure pressure in the same locations. The air intake system effect on air density was evaluated by comparing the temperature and pressure of the ambient air condition with the temperature and pressure of the air at the turbo compressor inlet.


Bottom Line

Why on earth would anyone pay money for a product that kills power and mileage? It’s all about density — and Banks Ram-Air delivers.


NEW FILTER OPTIONS! Choose from the traditional red, oiled filter or the all-new black, dry filter. Plus, you can even get an extra layer of filtration protection by adding a pre-filter to your order.

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