How many hours will a Duramax diesel last?
Registered. Mine has 130k and around 5500 hours.
How long will a 6.6 Duramax engine last?
GM has given the engine a 95% rating at 200,000 miles, meaning 95% of all engines should reach 200,000 miles of service, based on durability and wear.
How many hours is alot on a diesel engine?
Super Moderator. For a MD truck, we figure 30 MPH average and most medium diesels have a “b10” life of around 12,000 hours.
How many miles can you put on a GMC Duramax?
You can hit up to 350k miles provided with proper maintenance. Some even claim that it can go up to 500k miles but I am not that sure if these people are just exaggerated.
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.
Are there any concerns about the aluminum cylinder heads on the Duramax?
The truth of the matter is that there are no concerns regarding the aluminum cylinder heads on any generation of the 6.6L Duramax. With over 1,000,000 Duramax engines on the road today, the aluminum cylinder head design has yet to be identified (with any credibility) as an inherent problem for Duramax owners.
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.
What causes a Duramax to overheat in the summer?
Overheating typically occurs while towing in the Summer months, and is most prevalent in 2005 or earlier models (2006+ models received a larger radiator and fan). Overheating often occurs as a result of a fan clutch failure, preventing the engine fan from providing supplemental airflow as necessary to keep the engine from overheating.