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Best Diesel Trucks You Can Buy

2006 and 2007 Chevy and GMC 2500 and 3500.
2003-2004 Dodge Ram Heavy Duty.
2008-2010 Ford F-250/F-350.
2014 Ram 1500.
2012 Chevy Silverado HD.
1991-1/2 to 1993 Dodge Cummins.
1999-1/2 to 2000 Ford Super Duty.
2010 Dodge Ran 2500HD.

Are there any known serious problems with the 2006 Duramax?

It was a lease return when I bought it in June 2007 with high mileage for its age, but did not appear to have been abused. Are there any known serious problems with the 2006 Duramax, or things that I should watch for? I’m not concerned about the transmission cooler lines, and small stuff like that.

When did the Duramax 6.6L turbo diesel come out?

The Duramax 6.6L V8 turbo-diesel engine is nearing its 20th year of production, after debuting in 2001. Over the engine’s lifespan it has gone through 6 different engine variations: LB7, LLY, LBZ, LMM, LML, and L5P.

What kind of transmission does a Duramax pickup have?

Nearly all Duramax powered pickup trucks were equipped with the Allison 1000 automatic transmission, with the five-speed version running from 2001 to 2005, and the six-speed starting in 2006 and running until 2019.

Which is the best diesel engine for Duramax?

One of the most reliable and most power-capable Duramax’s made, the LBZ will continue to be the diesel enthusiasts Duramax of choice. The LMM is virtually the same engine as the LBZ with more emissions control. The LMM features a diesel particulate filter (DPF), an oxidation catalyst, and a more savvy EGR.

Are there any problems with the Duramax diesel engine?

Overheating issues with the Duramax diesel seems to be a hit-or-miss problem; some owners experience it, while others never will. Regardless, it’s more common with the Duramax than other engines.

What was the problem with the LBZ Duramax in 2006?

Glow plug failure was a concern on the 2006 model year LBZ and LLY Duramax models, but the problem should have been long corrected for owners of these years. The concern was that the glow plug module would over cycle the glow plugs, creating a scenario in which the tip of the glow plug could actually deform and/or break off in the engine.

Are there any problems with the Duramax water pump?

This seems to be inherent of the factory water pump design. Overheating issues with the Duramax diesel seems to be a hit-or-miss problem; some owners experience it, while others never will. Regardless, it’s more common with the Duramax than other engines.

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