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Just wrapped up installing the @Banks Power Ram-Air Intake and hot-side Boost Tube on my 2024 Tacoma TRD Sport and wanted to share my experience.
Overall, it was a very straightforward install. I took my time with the hot-side boost tube section. I installed the hot-side boost tube first, then moved on to the cold air intake. Unfortunately, the weather had other plans and rained before I could install the cold-side boost tube, so that part will have to wait for another day.
First Impressions
The first thing I did after finishing the install was hold my breath and hope I didn’t see a check engine light. No check engine lights or error codes.
The Banks installation video was spot on and made the entire process easy to follow.
I also can’t say enough good things about Banks customer service. They were obviously closed on a Saturday morning, but their phone message said you could text with questions. Sure enough, within about five minutes my questions were answered. I honestly couldn’t believe it.
I followed the installation video exactly. I even made sure my clamps were facing the same direction shown in the Banks video.
When I turned the Tacoma on, I immediately stared at the dash waiting for a check engine light. Everything sounded completely normal. I pulled out of my neighborhood……..Still normal. Then I gave it a little gas…
And there it was.
That turbo spool followed by the blowoff “WHISSSSHHHHH!!”
I was beyond impressed!
It’s not obnoxiously loud like some intake systems out there, which is actually exactly what I wanted. I didn’t want something that would have people complaining that it sounds annoying. It’s definitely louder than stock and very noticeable both with the windows up and down.
For reference, I left the side cover off the intake for a little extra sound.
Installation Tips
Tip #1 – Check Boost Tube Clearance
I was extremely vigilant about making sure the red Banks boost tube wasn’t touching the silver billet coupler.
What I did was push the red boost tube all the way in until I felt it touch the coupler. I then marked the tube with a Sharpie, pulled it back out about 1/4 inch, and used that mark as a reference point.
After tightening everything down, I confirmed that the Sharpie mark was still about 3/4 inch away from the black silicone coupler. That gave me confidence that nothing was making contact internally.
Tip #2 – Pay Attention to Clamp Orientation
The clamp closest to the front of the truck should be installed with the nut facing almost straight up.
I initially had mine angled slightly toward the passengers side and it ended up being really close to the cold air intake assembly.
It was an easy fix, but it’s something worth paying attention to during installation.
I am beyond happy with the install, the quality of the components, and the customer service from Banks Power. Once I get the cold-side boost tube installed, I’ll update this thread with additional impressions.
If anyone has questions about the install of either the boost tube kit or cold air intake, feel free to ask.
Overall, it was a very straightforward install. I took my time with the hot-side boost tube section. I installed the hot-side boost tube first, then moved on to the cold air intake. Unfortunately, the weather had other plans and rained before I could install the cold-side boost tube, so that part will have to wait for another day.
First Impressions
The first thing I did after finishing the install was hold my breath and hope I didn’t see a check engine light. No check engine lights or error codes.
The Banks installation video was spot on and made the entire process easy to follow.
I also can’t say enough good things about Banks customer service. They were obviously closed on a Saturday morning, but their phone message said you could text with questions. Sure enough, within about five minutes my questions were answered. I honestly couldn’t believe it.
I followed the installation video exactly. I even made sure my clamps were facing the same direction shown in the Banks video.
When I turned the Tacoma on, I immediately stared at the dash waiting for a check engine light. Everything sounded completely normal. I pulled out of my neighborhood……..Still normal. Then I gave it a little gas…
And there it was.
That turbo spool followed by the blowoff “WHISSSSHHHHH!!”
I was beyond impressed!
It’s not obnoxiously loud like some intake systems out there, which is actually exactly what I wanted. I didn’t want something that would have people complaining that it sounds annoying. It’s definitely louder than stock and very noticeable both with the windows up and down.
For reference, I left the side cover off the intake for a little extra sound.
Installation Tips
Tip #1 – Check Boost Tube Clearance
I was extremely vigilant about making sure the red Banks boost tube wasn’t touching the silver billet coupler.
What I did was push the red boost tube all the way in until I felt it touch the coupler. I then marked the tube with a Sharpie, pulled it back out about 1/4 inch, and used that mark as a reference point.
After tightening everything down, I confirmed that the Sharpie mark was still about 3/4 inch away from the black silicone coupler. That gave me confidence that nothing was making contact internally.
Tip #2 – Pay Attention to Clamp Orientation
The clamp closest to the front of the truck should be installed with the nut facing almost straight up.
I initially had mine angled slightly toward the passengers side and it ended up being really close to the cold air intake assembly.
It was an easy fix, but it’s something worth paying attention to during installation.
I am beyond happy with the install, the quality of the components, and the customer service from Banks Power. Once I get the cold-side boost tube installed, I’ll update this thread with additional impressions.
If anyone has questions about the install of either the boost tube kit or cold air intake, feel free to ask.
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