RCP Phx
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Some interesting videos by Banks....... one of a three part series!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-yG3D3JBRs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-yG3D3JBRs
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Diff cover testing........
- Thread starter RCP Phx
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- Location
- In the islands
I have watched 2 episodes from Banks on the diff covers and subscribed to it.
The oil levels, flow/churn and aeration when running interest me as was indicated by the use of a clear diff cover.
The oil levels, flow/churn and aeration when running interest me as was indicated by the use of a clear diff cover.
- Location
- San Diego
I’m waiting to watch the third since it’s the only one with the results. Lol. I have an aftermarket cover in my Duramax for looks and capacity. I’ve never heard of premature failure caused by the potential issues described by the Banks video so I’m curious as to what he’s got to say about it. I’m sure it’ll lead them to making a cover based on their research that comes with a hefty price.
notamos
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- Fort Collins, CO
Their second video was great. Really interesting thinking about the fluid get caught up on corners/edges - which leads to heat.
If they do sell one, I bet it works better than what is on the market.
Been watching every episode as they come out. I like how Banks is extensively covering all the real world variables. As giddy as Gale is to reveal the data, I think he's gonna say stock is better than current aftermarket options.
May be adjusting my fluid levels based on the findings.
May be adjusting my fluid levels based on the findings.
Einulfr
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- Puyallup, WA
Interesting...makes me feel a little better about my ARB covers since they retain the stock fluid channel shape that mirrors the ring gear curve.
RCP Phx
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- Phoenix,Az
I would love to see some front axle testing !!!
- Location
- Hammertown, USA
I noticed he seems to only be testing aFe's cover and a stock copy.
And not current aFe, but the discontinued one. The current generation has a much closer to stock profile.
He seems to be going after aFe a lot since his top guys left and went over to afe..
I think his results are a lot of theory and may not apply to the real world very well.
And not current aFe, but the discontinued one. The current generation has a much closer to stock profile.
He seems to be going after aFe a lot since his top guys left and went over to afe..
I think his results are a lot of theory and may not apply to the real world very well.
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- In the islands
- Location
- Wasatch Range
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- Hammertown, USA
I didn't say bogus, just don't apply to the real world.
Like when he decided that CFM doesn't matter on intakes and we should be looking at Air Density instead. Its true that getting denser air in would offer better gains that getting a little more air in; but in the real world you don't have a lot of control over the air around you, so you're best bet is to shove as much air as you can down your intake.
One thing to remember is that Gale isn't an engineer, and didn't go to school for engineering He's just a guy who tinkers and got some good early products onto the market, but he lets his success get to his head and puts his name before the math. Several
members who are actual engineers have worked for him (one designed the XJ headers, another the jeep 4.0 turbo system, in fact) but they have all left in favour of greener pastures.He seems to have taken that shit personal and takes any chance he can get to spit at his former staff. One of them spent a couple of years ago redesigning aFe's diff covers. Makes me suspicious here.
shrug. take it for what its worth.
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- Wasatch Range
I didn't say bogus, just don't apply to the real world.
Like when he decided that CFM doesn't matter on intakes and we should be looking at Air Density instead. Its true that getting denser air in would offer better gains that getting a little more air in; but in the real world you don't have a lot of control over the air around you, so you're best bet is to shove as much air as you can down your intake.
One thing to remember is that Gale isn't an engineer, and didn't go to school for engineering He's just a guy who tinkers and got some good early products onto the market, but he lets his success get to his head and puts his name before the math. Several
He seems to have taken that shit personal and takes any chance he can get to spit at his former staff. One of them spent a couple of years ago redesigning aFe's diff covers. Makes me suspicious here.
shrug. take it for what its worth.
Cal, at the end of the Banks vid #2, Gale tosses out the term "bogusity".......that was a first for me.
