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Hi all,
I recently received my Banks intake after a few weeks wait. I haven’t seen much on this intake other than a few recent yt videos so I just wanted to give my thoughts.
1. I went Banks because their proven record and my experience growing up using their products on turbo diesel applications. I was excited when I saw they were going to supply modifications for our tacos, so I went for it.
2. I chose dry filter just because of the whole oiled filter / MAF fouling experiences I’ve had in the past. This is just my preference and I’d still trust an oiled filter from Banks. Also the filter is HUGE.
3. All the parts feel and look high quality. The installation took 20 mins and that was even with me doing it in the dark because I had to catch a flight in the morning. The instructions are very clear. No way to mess this up.
4. I chose to keep the side cover unplugged for more induction noise and (maybe) flow. The induction sounds are awesome. You can really hear the turbo drawing in the air and building the boost. When releasing the pedal you just get a very slight stu-tu-tu. Not annoying at all.
5. Main thing is that the turbo definitely spools faster. There is no delay in building pressure. This is the main win. This is combined with an OTT tune. Building boost is way more addictive, although I’ll probably need to practice some restraint for mpg’s while commuting. I’ll report back after I get through a few tanks to see if any mpg change.
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I recently received my Banks intake after a few weeks wait. I haven’t seen much on this intake other than a few recent yt videos so I just wanted to give my thoughts.
1. I went Banks because their proven record and my experience growing up using their products on turbo diesel applications. I was excited when I saw they were going to supply modifications for our tacos, so I went for it.
2. I chose dry filter just because of the whole oiled filter / MAF fouling experiences I’ve had in the past. This is just my preference and I’d still trust an oiled filter from Banks. Also the filter is HUGE.
3. All the parts feel and look high quality. The installation took 20 mins and that was even with me doing it in the dark because I had to catch a flight in the morning. The instructions are very clear. No way to mess this up.
4. I chose to keep the side cover unplugged for more induction noise and (maybe) flow. The induction sounds are awesome. You can really hear the turbo drawing in the air and building the boost. When releasing the pedal you just get a very slight stu-tu-tu. Not annoying at all.
5. Main thing is that the turbo definitely spools faster. There is no delay in building pressure. This is the main win. This is combined with an OTT tune. Building boost is way more addictive, although I’ll probably need to practice some restraint for mpg’s while commuting. I’ll report back after I get through a few tanks to see if any mpg change.
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