Banks Differential Cover

[spasm3]

I posted this on bitog as well, but what do you think of this diff cover?

Ram-Air Differential Cover Kit

Banks Ram-Air® differential cover extends lubrication life and retains fuel economy. Thanks to its superior fluid and aerodynamics, the Ram-Air® Cover out-performs stock and flat-back high-capacity covers and does so with less lubricant.

bankspower.com

Anyone running one of these? Is it worth it? They claim a temperature drop. Plus the cover has fill and drain plugs and a sight glass.

Ram-Air Differential Cover Kit

Banks Ram-Air® differential cover extends lubrication life and retains fuel economy. Thanks to its superior fluid and aerodynamics, the Ram-Air® Cover out-performs stock and flat-back high-capacity covers and does so with less lubricant.

bankspower.com

 

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[Wayne]

I posted this on bitog as well, but what do you think of this diff cover?

The Banks differential cover is probably the best designed diff cover out there. I watched the entire series and it's fun listening to Gale's methodical engineering. If there were one I were going to buy, it would be the Banks.

Should you buy one? I think I would get an inexpensive IR thermometer and see how hot your diff gets when you pull. If the temp is > 190F, then I would consider the diff cover, if it doesn't get too hot, then probably skip the expense.

I absolutely would run HPL's differential fluid, as it has a weld rating of almost 600, which is completely outstanding.

 

[spasm3]

The Banks differential cover is probably the best designed diff cover out there. I watched the entire series and it's fun listening to Gale's methodical engineering. If there were one I were going to buy, it would be the Banks.

Should you buy one? I think I would get an inexpensive IR thermometer and see how hot your diff gets when you pull. If the temp is > 190F, then I would consider the diff cover, if it doesn't get too hot, then probably skip the expense.

I absolutely would run HPL's differential fluid, as it has a weld rating of almost 600, which is completely outstanding.

Thanks, I am considering the HPL differential life fluid. I know that Amsoil severe gear is highly regarded as well.

I can't find a weld rating for amsoil, so i can't really compare them.

You think the HPL is superior to the amsoil? I am running HPL oil in my truck btw.

Truck is spec'd for 75w90 wondering if i should go 75w-110?

 

[Wayne]

I can't find a weld rating for amsoil, so i can't really compare them.

You think the HPL is superior to the amsoil?

Yes, the HPL Differential Life is superior. When you are at the plant this summer, ask to see the data.

Truck is spec'd for 75w90 wondering if i should go 75w-110?

I don't think it would hurt or help, just pick one and go with it.