About Us
Built by Jimmy.
Driven by Passion.
Over 30 years of building some of the toughest, fastest, most reliable transmissions on the planet.
Jimmy’s Custom Speed Shop was built on a simple principle: Do the job right, or don’t do it at all.
What started in a small garage has grown into one of the most trusted names in semi-truck racing and high-performance transmissions across North America.
Our Mission
Build Stronger. Go Faster. Last Longer.
Our mission is to deliver high-performance racing transmissions and drivetrain solutions that give drivers the confidence to push harder, run stronger, and win more.
Every transmission we build is a reflection of our commitment to quality, innovation, and extreme performance.
Our Values
Built on Integrity
Honest work. Fair pricing. No shortcuts.
Relentless Quality
We use the best parts, the best processes, and the best people.
Driven by Performance
Everything we do is designed to help you win on the track.
Racer First
We're racers, too. We build what we run and trust.
Built for Every Type of Competition
30+
Years of Experience
10,000+
Transmissions Built
500+
Race Wins
Across North America
Trusted by Champions
1 Goal
Your Success
Meet Jimmy
Jimmy Banties is the founder and hands-on builder behind Jimmy’s Custom Speed Shop. His work is driven by a deep understanding of heavy-duty transmissions, racing performance, and the real demands placed on semi-truck drivetrains. Every transmission and slipper clutch is carefully inspected, rebuilt, and configured around the customer’s truck, application, and performance goals. From competitive race setups requiring fast, consistent power delivery to dependable over-the-road builds designed for heavy hauling and long-distance operation, Jimmy approaches every project with precision and attention to detail. His commitment is simple: provide honest guidance, quality workmanship, and purpose-built solutions customers can trust when performance, durability, and reliability matter most.
For Jimmy, every build is personal. He takes the time to understand how each truck is used, the conditions it operates in, the problems the driver is experiencing, and the performance they expect. That hands-on approach allows him to recommend and build a transmission or clutch setup that fits the application not simply a one-size-fits-all solution.
Meet the Team
Jimmy Bantjes
Founder / Builder
Dustin
Lead Technician
Chase
Assembly Specialist