What kind of engine does a GMC Duramax have?
If you are unsure of what parts are right for you, don’t hesitate to give us a call and we would be happy to assist. Products in this section are designed to work on 2006 and 2007 (classic body style) 6.6L GM Duramax equipped trucks unless otherwise noted.
When did DMAX start making Duramax V8 engines?
In 2006, production at Moraine was reportedly limited to approximately 200,000 engines per year. On May 9, 2007, DMAX announced the production of the 1,000,000th Duramax V-8 diesel at its Moraine facility.
Is the 6.6L Duramax a classic body style truck?
Products in this section are designed to work on 2006 and 2007 (classic body style) 6.6L GM Duramax equipped trucks unless otherwise noted. We get a lot of calls and e-mails each day with various product, vehicle, and installation questions.
Why is the Duramax LBZ the most sought after engine?
The LBZ is one of the more sought after Duramax engines due to its strength, reliability, and being pre-emissions ( DPF appeared on the next generation LMM in 2007). Cylinder block casting and machining changes strengthen the bottom of the cylinder bores to support increased power and torque
Which is the latest version of the Duramax V8 engine?
Similar to the LML this engine also uses a DPF and DEF system to meet emission standards. The 6.6L RPO LML (VIN code “8”) is the 2011–2016 version of the Isuzu/GM Duramax V8 diesel engine. It is a further advanced version of the LMM engine with the majority of the changes addressing a required drastic reduction in engine emissions.
Where does the Duramax diesel engine come from?
The Duramax V8 engine is a General Motors Diesel V8 engine family for trucks. The 6.6-liter Duramax is produced by DMAX, a joint venture between GM and Isuzu in Moraine, Ohio. The Duramax block and heads are poured at The Defiance GM Powertrain foundry in Defiance County, Ohio.
How many horsepower does a Duramax LML engine have?
This engine has a fuel injector in the exhaust tract, to allow raw fuel injection during the particulate filter recycling routine. The RPO LML engine is rated at 397 hp (296 kW) at 3000 rpm and 765 lb⋅ft (1,037 N⋅m) of torque at 1600 rpm.
The LBZ is one of the more sought after Duramax engines due to its strength, reliability, and being pre-emissions ( DPF appeared on the next generation LMM in 2007). Cylinder block casting and machining changes strengthen the bottom of the cylinder bores to support increased power and torque