Do you need to adjust the valves on a Duramax?
Valve adjustment should be performed anytime the heads are removed. It’s also good practice to adjust valves during service that require valve cover remove.
Does Duramax have hydraulic lifters?
It is true that the duramax does NOT have hydraulic lifters, they are a solid lifter roller cam, and the service manual does give a procedure for adjusting them.
What is the firing order on a 6.6 Duramax?
The stock 6.6L Duramax firing order is 1-2-7-8-4-5-6-3.
Does your Duramax tick knock?
Completely normal buddy. Google Duramax tick/knock, it has something to do with oil film and the crank.
What are the specifications of a LLY Duramax?
LLY Duramax Specifications Chart Manufactured Years: 2004-2006 Connecting Rods: Forged Steel Compression Ratio: 17.5:1 (2004 & 2005) 16.8:1 (2006) Firing Order: 1-2-7-8-4-5-6-3 Turbocharger/Air: GARRETT GT3788VA VARIABLE VANE Turbochar
When was the last LLY Duramax Diesel made?
The LLY Duramax was produced from 2004 to 2006, before it was eventually replaced by the LBZ Duramax. It was a stepping stone for GM as they begun to encounter stricter emissions requirements thanks to the federal government and California.
Are there any Duramax engines in the Chevy Silverado?
The motor, sometimes referred to as Baby Duramax, was slated to be offered in GM’s light duty pickup trucks – the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 – for the 2010 model year. However, after fully completing development of the engine, GM decided not to produce it due to reasons associated with the “economic climate”.
What causes head gasket failure on LLY Duramax?
Head Gasket Failure – LLY Duramax The LLY has the largest turbo in it out of any other 6.6L Duramax variants. Outside of it being the largest turbo, it had the largest compressor wheel and the tallest exhaust vanes. The end result is having an extremely efficient and high-flowing turbocharger.