Why is synthetic oil not recommended for Duramax?
Says its something to do with the diesel particulate filter, possible damage or loading and an item that costs like $1700.00. Don’t really understand this concept? Fuel Dilution in the oil is a problem because of the regeneration process, so it is not recommended to go to extended oil change intervals that synthetic oils are capable of.
Can a 2003 Cummins have a hard start?
One of the most common calls we get are from customers with a 2003-2007 Cummins that have developed either a hard start or no start condition. In order to help out, we had our very own Tyler Lucas, put together this step by step tutorial that you will hopefully find insightful.
How many km does a GMC Sonoma ZR2 drive?
No rush to sell, not selling separate. Combo 4000 for both trucks or possible trade of equal value. 1997 GMC Sonoma ZR2 4×4 4.3 vortec 5sp manual running and driving 290 000km on body, 190 000km on engine The good : It’s a real manual ZR2, rare like pope crap. Was on the road until 2018. Starts like a Manual | 290,000 km
What’s the Duramax engine rating at 200, 000 miles?
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. With careful and routine service – and a mindful driver, I’d expect many more miles than is indicated by GM’s conservative rating. Perhaps at least 751K-miles?
Are there any problems with the GM Duramax?
In stock form and even when substantially modified, GM’s legendary V8 diesel can provide hundreds of thousands of miles of trouble-free use. Still, and just as we exposed the shortcomings of the almighty Cummins, the Duramax isn’t without its flaws—some of them catastrophic.
Can a Duramax be used in a GMC Sierra 1500?
For instance, we can control the engine block and the engine head separately to maximize the effectiveness of the cooling system,” Barta explains.
How many miles does a Duramax GMC 2500HD have?
If you did, your Duramax would have what this truck has – more than 750,000 miles on the odometer. This particular 2005 GMC 2500HD was driven off the lot at McCaddon GMC in Boulder, Colorado on March 14, 2005. From that day forward, it averaged a little more than 400 miles every day for the next 5 years.