That's why I love Gale Banks. Always wanting to learn and teach. Not afraid to share his designs. 👍👍👍

@mattlane2282

6 жыл бұрын

and not afraid to click bait a title and waste everyone time...

@justinm4543

6 жыл бұрын

Matt Lane you have to know about mechanics and a little bit about vehicles to understand this isn't clickbait. Sorry bud, don't diss someone just cause you missed the points

@Halffast719

6 жыл бұрын

@@justinm4543 that's why I never commented back.

@mattlane2282

6 жыл бұрын

........ "Do Diff Covers Work or Are They Just Bling?" Did we get ANY answer at all... NOPE... We got a old geezer that talked in circles for 10 min. I came here to...... find out "Do Diff Covers Work or Are They Just Bling?" Click bait... if the title was "how diff covers work" I WOULD NEVER HAVE CLICKED...

@richsmith7821

6 жыл бұрын

how do you figure? you didnt know this already

I love the fact that he is just as honest as can be and not sugar coating shit

Bloody interesting listen8ng to a man with natural passion for mechanical learn8ng and resulting knowledge

@Nothingtoya

6 жыл бұрын

allistairc123 you using a samsung phone?

@jdh10475

6 жыл бұрын

Well if he was using an iPhone listening would be spelled correctly, so my guess is yes.

@akbychoice

6 жыл бұрын

Maybe on a pc keyboard seeing that the 8 is near the i.

@dieselscience

6 жыл бұрын

Apple keyboards are the same ... perhaps you mean 'qwerty'?

@akbychoice

6 жыл бұрын

Didn’t have an Apple in front of me, so other than a phone key pad.

The man is a genius period. I wish I knew just half of what he's forgot.

@coltsfan79

6 жыл бұрын

Amen to that.

@richsmith7821

6 жыл бұрын

right on

@gzcwnk

5 жыл бұрын

More like he's working to the scientific method ie remove as many variables as you can and test in a repeatable manner. He's right on one key thing, no one or few do real tests on their products to prove they really are good or better.

@dieselscience

3 жыл бұрын

Good thought - BUT being an engineer... he wrote it all down.

Thanks for always holding the automotive industry accountable!

I am really looking forward to the follow up video to this!

It is always a joy to listen to someone that is so knowledgable and passionate about their craft.

@davesracingchannel9261

6 жыл бұрын

grantlandneil Would you please give my racing channel its 1500th Subscribe

Go Banks! Scientist, old school. Respect!!

Gale Banks for EPA director!

@davesracingchannel9261

6 жыл бұрын

al lla Would you please give my racing channel its 1500th Subscribe

@fbi6540

6 жыл бұрын

Daves Racing Channel desperate eh

@TheFeller1554

5 жыл бұрын

Hell Gale Banks for president!!!!!!!!!!!!

Don't we all wish we could leave this world a legend. Awesome dude, hope I can do half of what he has in my lifetime.

I like my new cover because it has a drain plug which makes it easier to drain, it has a dip stick to check level and it holds more fluid. It also has a port to stick a temperature gauge in.

And THIS is why I only use Banks products on my 2003- 7.3 F350!! You guys have always been and always will be top notch industry leaders!!! I'm looking forward to the follow-up of this video and if you do end up developing this diff cover I will undoubtably buy one from you! I cannot speak highly enough of Banks and what they have done for my truck. I pull a 6 horse trailer with six hanoverians all over the east coast in the summer time for horse shows. I can honestly say that my Bank's system has never let me down when it comes to rock steady reliable performance!!! Thank you guys for all that you do!!

Glad he's deciding to pose the question and subsequently come up with an answer, I'll be paying attention because I've been teetering on whether or not to buy diff covers and trans pan for my 02 7.3. Keep it up G!

@nikitastepanov1204

6 жыл бұрын

Gabriel Mesina 7.3 is the best ford built. I wish they’d build it again and soon because I won’t buy a current ford diesel.

THIS is why you guys are leading the aftermarket auto industry!!! because you actually put in the time and effort to make sure that your products are the best in the industry

Can't wait for the results!!!

I can hardly wait for the test results! Thank You Gale.

Looking forward to watching the rest of the videos in this series. If Banks takes this much thought with their products, then I definitely know what company I'm ordering parts from on my next truck.

You guys are awesome!!!! The attention to detail is why I love banks, not to mention the fact that you guys have always answered my questions to the best of your ability.

Totally subscribed to see the results of this. I had to rebuild the rear in my old Suburban so i put in a 4.10 and an Eaton Truetrac. So I splurged and put an aluminum cover in it thinking i was protecting my hard work. I've towed a camper a few times with it and it did well. Felt hot to the touch but not searing hot. Gear Oil stays clean, not burnt.

i been wanting to see someone do this for years i cant wait for the updates

Quite excited about the following videos to come!! The amount of information and aspects to this test astound me!! Cannot wait for the reults!

In my mind this kind of goes without saying but, Gail Banks IS THE MAN! This illustrates why anything Banks Power produces is so superior. There is no guessing just testing. It either is supported by hard data or it is scraped or refined till it does. He is not reluctant to do what is necessary to get the data he needs. Hats off to you sir. Keep up the great work.

Hey Gale,Your are a scientist and a leader. Very cool of you to take the time to examine this product application. You are a myth buster.Thanks for taking the time an dedicating your scientific approach.

I LOVE your videos. Keep up the hard work and your product will continue to fly off the shelves. It's all about the data!!!!

Awesome, thanks Mr. Banks... eagerly awaiting your findings.

This is going to be very interesting, can't wait. I hope they publish the lubricant used in each axle since we all know lubricants have their idea lubricating temperature.

This is a great example of what makes Gale Banks a leader. Very much an attention to detail man that only deals in facts. Looking forward to the results of this testing. I think it would also be interesting to see what if any advantage there is to adding a differential cover that has an external cooler and pump assembly.

Looking forward to the results. I have always wondered myself whether these diff covers were a waste of money or not as I have bought them more than once for multiple trucks.

Ask the question and then guarantees a legit science based answer. Gotta love it!

What an undertaking! Look forward to the results. Thank you.

You’re a man amongst boys. I love the details and research.

THIS is why I love this company, and I'll be going with their products on my LBZ.

I enjoy listening to someone who seems very knowledgeable. I'm excited to see the results.

Thanks a bunch for all the info. I like it when an expert explains things in details and also has scientific proof to back it up, not just theory, like most people do here on you tube. I will be waiting for the rest of the videos

Finally! A test of these covers and I hope you also do a similar test of the "cooling" trans pans. I have been harping for years that these do not do what they claim and a friend of mine years ago who had gauges on every part of his Jeep J20 proved it out with his diff temps. Thank you Mr. Banks no matter how it turns out!

Gale is a bad ass dude! Always love hearing him talk engineering! Can’t wait for the test, something I’ve always wondered about as well.

All I know is that when I replaced the stock diff cover on my 1990 Dodge Cummins 12-valve with the Mag-Hytec, it was like new life for the truck. The old oil (even though it was running fine with friction modifier for a rear-wheel locker) was really bad. I now have a differential full of clean synthetic gear oil that can be drained from its bottom, with a magnetic dipstick that is constantly removing any metal from the oil (as I noticed, checking the level after the first drive with it, and again later when adding friction modifier for the rear-wheel locker). And, the inside of the Mag-Hytec cover for the Dana 70 rear end is nowhere near as squared-off as the ones that Gale here shows for the newer, bigger rear ends. It also sticks out farther away from the gear wheels. Granted, if Banks made a diff cover for the Dana 70, I probably would have bought one.

Totally looking forward to part 2. I appreciate your concern and bring attention to this.

I could listen to Gale all day.

🙏 thank you for the teaching ! I’m running AFe cold air intake so far I’m happy with the performance I seen that cover in their catalog but I’m clueless about performance and benefits so thanks again can’t wait for next episode

@davesracingchannel9261

6 жыл бұрын

revistadearmas Would you please give my racing channel its 1500th Subscribe

@revistadearmas

6 жыл бұрын

Daves Racing Channel done !

They work pretty good at holding the fluid in. Thats about it. The only reason i would put an aftermarket on on would be hold more fluid, and have a drain plug and sightglass to monitor fluid quality amd contamination, especialy on a off road rig where water intrusion may be an issue.

Love this kind of intelligent approach to assessing functionality and performance. Looking forward to the test results Mr. Banks.

Thank you so much for the info Gale. Out of all the big, sell out, big names, like Carrol Shelby, John Hennessy, ect, you always remain the most humble and honest. Thank you

love seeing these videos pop up... you have certainly schooled me over the years!! great video!

Smart curious man. Wish our next generation could be like him.

@skewty

6 жыл бұрын

With university "science" professors all too happy to exist in their echo chambers and punish opinions / conclusions that differ from their own with bad marks it is highly unlikely. I think you will find university professors are more interested in securing funding for their next research project and getting nominated for some award than they are science, truth or their students. University professors are not exempt from selfishness and egos.

Bravo! Another quality video from a man you can trust. Looking forward to the results video.

Thank you for sharing this sir, I could listen to you for hours!

Like sitting in a classroom, could listen to him all day.

Very interesting!! Finally we will have some data about it. I would love to have a temperature sensor in my differential and know wich temperature is the optimal. Thanks Banks!!

I just watched your channel for the first time. Its relieving seeing a video without some kids playing loud music with a long intro doing a burn out or something. Subscribed

This is a question I have been wondering for a few decades now I suppose... since they first came out. Finally someone is going to do the testing and break it down. Subscribed!

Nice video man. Thanks. I can't wait for the results. Thanks.

Just did my miatas diff fluid today. Not sure if I over filled it. It said it needed just over a quart. The results you provide could apply to my car. Excited to see the results!

Wonderfully made video. Great work, thanks guys.

I was just having a conversation with a co-worker after a guy rolled by us with the same diff cover about whether it acts similar to a heat sink or not. Thank you Mr. Banks for testing this I subscribed.

thank you Gale. i love this hands on real world research...info we can use...looking forward to your results...

I bought mine because of the drain and fill plugs. It's a PITA dealing with the gasket every time you change the oil. Also, the one I had included a port for a temperature sensor. Can't monitor temp without that.

Great talk! Looking forward to the results!

I respect your curiosity & passion for gathering the data for this. New sub.

Great video, can't wait to see the results.

3:55 The side skirting made from the boxes from the shipping department. Hey it works, why make a big deal and make some crazy fiberglass setup? All it would do is be pretty. Glad to see even Gale still knows when to hillfolk it !!

@davesracingchannel9261

6 жыл бұрын

MrHillfolk Would you please give my racing channel its 1500th Subscribe

@MrTheHillfolk

6 жыл бұрын

Daves Racing Channel done :)

Thanks Mr. Banks. I love your enthusiasm. You make great products because of it, and I'm looking forward to these results.

@davesracingchannel9261

6 жыл бұрын

C Wyoming Would you please give my racing channel its 1500th Subscribe

I can't wait for Part II!!!!! I put a G2 Cover on my Super Duty. Just from my experience, it does run slightly cooler than the stock cover.

This is not only putting things to the test but you were very thorough with replicating real world variables, thats SO rare in the kind of person who usually is into cars like this lmao. Good job and good video!

You sold me when you said "ass end." ( 4:17 ) Wonderful video!

Watched this YT recommended video and subscribed. Cant wait to see the results of the testing!

This guy really knows what he is talking about, would love to hear more from him.

I always wondered the same! cant wait to see the results!

I'm really looking forward to see this series continue.

Amazing video by a legendary man. Thank you sir for this experiment on these differential cover. Keep us updated and I’m honored to follow your channel sir.

This gentleman has forgotten more valuable tech and info than most engineers know! Listen and learn. Much respect Mr Banks, I have used your products for years and have never been disappointed.

I've been waiting for someone with the brains and resources neccesary to address this! Thank you!!! I couldn't hit the "Subscribe" button fast enough!

Only reason i run them is for off-roading. You land your rear end on a rock and the stamped steel cover peels off the diff enough to start leaking. The aluminum one took a few hits but eventually started cracking. Ended up with one made locally from thick steel plate

Great Idea , cant wait until the next one, wish I could go back 30 years , I would be hammering on his door until I got a job there.

Consider deflection of the diff housing as well. One of the claims I've heard is that these after market covers increase housing stiffness.

Hi Dale I have been following your fantastic investigation into this. You are a honest credit to the industry. I have learned so much, I hope a lot of people view and learn from you as I have. again THANK YOU

Very good, informative video. Thanks Mr. Banks.

Nice work Gale! Can't wait to see the results. =)

I am following this, one I just wanted it for bling but if it hurts my truck screw that a can a spray paint will suffice

Really looking forward to the results of these tests. I just want to see slightly lower temps in my rear housing. I was told the issue I had was due to the fluid temp getting to high. Had a seal blow a few months back, reasoning from dealer was that factory capacity isn’t adequate for the projected and stated limitations of the truck. They told me, should I order a 1 ton cover or one of these aftermarket covers, they would install it and fill to factory level for me. The seal and brake rotors that were damaged were all covered under warranty, but I don’t want to be in there every few months with my truck in their shop for a few days.

Very interesting so far. I did some testing on this years ago but not to this controllable degree. The only thing I could monitor was diff oil temp but I didn't have a rolling road. I tried to equalized the load and the driving routine, as well as doing the testing at roughly the same ambient temp and using the same lubricant. Best I could do in the field. In my case, the cover reduced the peak oil temp 15-20 degrees, but my peak was nowhere near what Mr. Banks was seeing as I could not apply a constant heavy load. I spoke with engineers at Dana and Meritor about these covers and they were generally not in favor. The main objection was that the distance between the cover and the ring gear is part of their calculations with regards to lube flow, aeration (more of which oxidizes the lubricant more rapidly), etc. They didn't like that they increased that distance and predicted negative effects. They had no problems with increased capacity, but they warned against increasing the level as Mr. Banks mentioned. The manufacturer of the cover I used wanted the lubricant level increased from stock. I tried it at their suggested level and then at the stock level but my test equipment could not uncover any differences beyond a margin of error. Still, I left it at the reduced level as my "instinct" drove me that way. The level indicators were very interesting here and the way the levels dropped. This was an aspect I had not considered. I wonder where that oil is going? Down the tubes? Clinging to the ring gear and carrier? Both? Interestingly, the manufacturer of my cover stated the reason for the increased levels was to feed more oil to the wheel bearings. Laudable, perhaps, but if the ring gear is already doing it, why is raising the level necessary? I have been running diff temp gauges in my trucks for 20 years or so and there are a great many good reasons to do so, especially if you tow. Even if you don't tow, it can help you choose the most efficient lubricant and viscosity to eliminate drag and potentially increase fuel economy. The diff is a place where the right lubricant can add a noticeable mpg gain. One quandary I had was placement of the sensor. I note Mr. Banks had the sensors in the bottom measuring the bulk oil temp. Did that too, but also put one up to measure the temp of the oil being spun off the ring gear, which was hotter oil. I wonder if there was any logic or testing applied to the determining locations of the sensors in this case? Anyway, this is an awesome test and I am dying to see the results!

Do trans pans next please!!!

@alexmatthews2332

6 жыл бұрын

SIIN MC Makes sense because the pan is under the guts of the trans, could touch the ground and wouldn't make a difference in terms of trans performance

@johnmcdougald1238

6 жыл бұрын

Depending on the results of the diff cover results, it might be worth looking at. The air flow is different between a trans pan and a diff cover. The trans pan is at least directly in contact with the air flow, where the diff cover is not.

@downshifter4179

6 жыл бұрын

Yes, the way a rear axle gears work versus the way a trans work is apples to oranges. BUT, all I wanted to know by saying to do trans pans next is just the same reason Mr. Banks is doing this test. Do aftermarket “cooling” pans actually work. That’s all.

@whatchu_talkin_john_willis

6 жыл бұрын

deep cooling pans do work, even the thick aluminum transfers the heat faster that painted sheetmetal, gets it farther down into the airstream under the truck/car, and adds capacity. The gears in an auto aren't running in oil bath like a manual trans or axle, so the extra capacity isnt an issue as long as its not over the factory level up in the case. the added capacity increases warmup time but increases the thermal capacity, basically you can abuse the fluid more before it starts to see thermal runaway.

@0Myles0

6 жыл бұрын

downshifter4179 - You can make a ten minute video about that question too, and waste thousands of viewer's time just like Mr. Banks did.

They are necessary in off-road situations because some brands provide way more protection than stock covers. For example ARB versus standard jeep differential covers

AAM makes a stock upgrade diff cover that is the same capacity just made of aluminum with fins on it. Wonder how that stacks up to a standard cover and high capacity aftermarket cover??

Super in depth, love it!

I bought some mag tech cover’s for my 95 dodge ram 3500 5 speed trans. for several reasons 1-drain and refill made simple 2-The covers have O-rings no sealant or gaskets needed 3- The covers also come with magnets for collecting metal particles 4- The covers are deeper so my capacity went up over a quart in the rear but still retaining factory fill level 5- oil does run cooler by about 70 degrees Fahrenheit on average. they look a hell of a lot better than the steel caps that came on the truck. and those are the reasons why i purchased mine. i pull heavy commercial air conditioners and sometimes pallets of sod a few years back i installed the complete banks power pack system With the ram air intake kit along with the banks double shot water methanol injection system which is working out pretty awesome so far. i easily doubled my power output. and because of that my next concern was my drivetrain and keeping it all in one pice. i am curious to see what the test’s say.

@rickmueller6474

6 жыл бұрын

I'm with you, I've had banks' stuff on my 2002 cummins for 100k...flawless performance. Bought a twin turbo kit for an old small block I had too...can't say as much for that, but had a hell of a lot of fun with it ;) Sold to the next guy and he's still out there boosting away.

@operator8014

6 жыл бұрын

speed demon - I'm confident that you did all due dilligence in before and after temperature testing.

@atlas3863

6 жыл бұрын

i’ve been using my old truck for a long time for hauling. and the newer trucks were starting to kick my ass they could get the job done faster. and when your truck only goes 72 mph flat out that starts to become a problem in the hauling business.I usually did about 52 to 55 mph so I wasn’t beating it. just made for a long day. so i went from a 4.10 to a 3.73 to get a little more top end and once I did that the measly 180 HP had to be addressed with a complete banks kit. and that did the trick there was a few times I noticed that I could smell hot gear oil when loaded on a hot day. and taking a commonsense approach i figured because went with a taller gear ratio and added power there’s going to be more heat generated.That’s when I started checking there rear axle temp. By climbing on under the truck with a infrared temp gun after a heavy pull. that’s when I decided to bite the bullet and spend the small fortune on front and rear diff covers. there’s no doubt they help keep the gears cooler in my application. Would it be worth it to the average Joe that hardly pulls anything probably not. maybe if your running 38’s with the stock gearing. ive seen lots of newer trucks like dodge With louvered aluminum diff covers from the factory even my wife’s 1989 Toyota supra turbo has a louvered aluminum diff cover from the factory. So there’s gotta be something more to it that the engineers American and Japanese see as a benefit to having Louvered aluminum diff covers other than just bling.

@user-ss6zt2mo1l

6 жыл бұрын

70 Degrees ?! That's Great !!

@AndreS_-df2nw

6 жыл бұрын

In road-race applications, a pump and seperate oil cooler is frequently used on differentials.

I very much appreciate the thoroughness in the explication

Nobody can ever claim banks wasn’t thorough... this man is a legend.

So thorough! I really enjoyed this!

Good questions look forward to the next video

I cant wait to see the follow up videos to this. I am very intrigued. Would be great information for the 4x4 community due to people changing pinion & drive-line angles!

one thing I think a lot of people are missing is that after market diff covers are not only for performance. many stock covers are just thin stamped out metal, after market covers are usually much thicker and will not be damaged as easily which makes them better for off road use.

Looking forward to the results. Banks your the best man

I like the way you think! I always wondered the same thing myself

Great idea Gale!

I want to see the results. While I’m not much for performance mods, I love watching and learning. Banks puts out some real data points and info!

Without thermostatic flow control - as in an engine oil cooler, more volume is not always better. Fascinating!

He knows what he's talking about, still uses "ass end" to describe the flat side of the diff. Love it!

Your the best Mr. Banks. Cant wait for the conclusion video.

Looking forward to this Gale!