I have put over 100K miles between both my Dmax's and have never had a trip ruined between both of them that wasn't my own fault. Just wanted to give the other side of the story, the one you never hear about.

 

Doc, everything Alli is stating is right on. Since your in Canada and not going to tow HEAVY with it you wont have the overheating problem. They are good solid trucks and between the two freight companies in my family we have 11 DMax's with over 250K and 4 of them have over 500K. No need for an SFA, just get the sleeves and center link's and you'll be fine. I have beat the hell out of my truck for 54K and have only had one issue that wasnt caused by me. The stock internals are good to just under 600hp. After that the #8 rod will start shrinking and then one day crater just driving down the road. If your not going to make that much power then you dont need to worry about it. The automatic climate control does act up every now and then but its not that big a deal because all I do is unplug it and plug it back in and all is good.

 

Hey for what it's worth, a couple of months ago I read about an 01' duramax that had 727k on it. Original motor and trans, a couple of sets of injectors were all that had been replaced. This is probably an exception to the rule but still amazing to say the least. The owner of the truck was a women who pulled RV'S, so it was mostly highway miles but probably not real easy miles.

 

If you're looking at an '05 with low miles, I'd honestly step up to an '06 truck if you can find one for a similar price. You'll get a six speed auto that can handle more power and you'll get the LBZ (even if the engine code says LLY). '06 LLY's have the same internals as the LBZ, just lower power rating (easily remedied).

Definitely something to consider.

Nick

 

The only thing that would make me think twice is the Banks crap on it. Depending on how the owner ran it the trans may of just about had it or it may last a long time with the Banks set on kill. Front wheel bearings are the only thing I haven't seen mention to watch out for.

It’s a nice looken truck $$s depends on your area myself I wouldn't pay extra for all the aftermarket crap. I'd go of KBB and similar trucks in your area.

 

The one thing I did notice, or think I noticed is I think it's had a camper in it.

Look at the front of the box. Looks like there are tie down hooks for a camper. Doesn't necessarily mean anything bad though but I'd ask the guy about it.

 

Thanks guys - after sobering up a bit (just kidding ) , I think I'll stick with the junk Im running now.

Good info nonetheless - and much appreciated.

 

GET THE DAMN TRUCK!!!

 

That is good looking duramax though, PSD man myself. I don't know what direction I'd go if I had to choose another truck. Good luck with it it really does look good!!! Six

 

I think that's true with any dealership, tho. You see the worse-case situations.