What transmission is in a 2001 Duramax?
Chevy/GMC Duramax – 2001-2004 GM 6.6L LB7 Duramax – Transmission – Allison 1000 5 Speed.
What Allison Transmission is in the Duramax diesel?
Allison 1000 six-speed transmission
The Allison 1000 six-speed transmission of today is the only transmission that can keep up with Chevrolet’s Duramax® Turbo-Diesel engine option. Using adaptive learning technology, Allison transmissions provide a comfortable driving experience and help you avoid any rough shifting experiences.
How much HP can a stock LB7 transmission handle?
As you’ve probably deduced up to this point, the stock Allison will handle roughly 350 to 400-rwhp in five-speed form and 425 to 450-rwhp in six-speed trim. However, if you push things past that point the clutches will eventually slip and bring on the Allison’s notorious “limp mode” condition (i.e. limp home mode).
Which is the automatic transmission on a Duramax Diesel?
The Allison 1000 has been the standard automatic transmission for the Duramax diesel since its inception in 2001.
Is the Duramax Allison 1000 a manual transmission?
Rather than becoming outdated, the Allison has evolved to match the performance characteristics and demands of the Duramax turbodiesel, which has undergone significant changes itself through the years. Manual transmissions are relatively rare for Duramax powered GMC/Chevrolet pickups, the primary reason being the attractiveness of the Allison 1000.
What kind of transmission dipstick does a GM Duramax use?
The GM 15794381 Transmission Dipstick is a direct replacement for the 2001-2007 GM 6.6L Duramax. This part is also commonly used on the 2007.5-2010 LMM models when a left hand dipstick tube is in use due to space restrictions with compound and custom turbo setups.
What kind of transmission mount does a GM Duramax use?
The Merchant Automotive 3-1129G Polyurethane Transmission Mount for your 01-10 GM 6.6L Duramax is built with a durable polyurethane design that will help keep your driveline in place. The Transmission Mount is a great compliment to the Merchant Automotive Motor Mounts.