Banks Turbo?

[mankypro]

Are these kits mechanical? Meaning are there any circuit boards or computerized components to these turbo kits?

 

[Dieselguy123]

Yes all mechanical

 

[FordGuy100]

Unless you have a E4OD, then you get a tranny controller with it.

 

[mankypro]

Vewy, vewy tempting, albeit expensive. I like the idea of the ~25% fuel economy boost too. I hear Banks is over rated - what are the other options in bolt on turbos that are 100% analog - that is no circuitry?

I want to keep this truck as stupid simple as possible. Also interested in turbos that would become a pipe if they die is there such a thing? I just remember seeing all the early Saabs dead on the side of the autobahn in the early 80's when the turbos in them were failing left and right.

 

[smokin69]

I believe all turbo kits for IDI's are mechanical. ATS, Hypermax, and Banks are your options, with the latter one going away soon.

 

[Diesel JD]

Yeah new sidewinders cease production this month. They are a lot of money, but without a doubt the most complete new kit. I have heard a lot of good stuff about Hypermax however and I love my old ATS turbo. At least check into the Hypermax and ATS. You'll find they are much, much more competitively priced. Also check with Huff. He's a dealer for Banks and Hypermax...a good guy to deal with.

 

[mankypro]

Thanks for the tips and info folks.