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I am fixing to get a Duramax

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Old 10-27-2012, 04:57 PM
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I sold my 1994 6.5 today and told myself that if I ever did I was getting a Duramax to replace her any suggestions or pointers or what to look out for?as I am now in the market
 
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Old 10-28-2012, 09:26 AM
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Lb7's had injector issues, check balance rates if you go that rout (01-04) strongest pistons, cheaper, good truck other than injectors
Lly had head gasket and overheat issues (04.5-06) injectors outside of valve covers, vgt turbo, cheap
Lbz pistons are the weak link in this one if you crank it up (06-07) but they have the six speed allison, and tend to be a little more reliable than the others
Then there's lmm and lml they are the new style but I don't know which you are looking for

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Old 10-31-2012, 08:04 PM
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Did you get your duramax yet
 
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Old 11-06-2012, 01:28 PM
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From what I hear most people seem to think the LB7 was the best one!
 
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LBZ is the best from what i've heard. But every truck has its ups and downs! Good luck!
 
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Old 11-17-2012, 09:42 AM
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Love my LBZ, but ive had problems, as does anyone who ever buys a vehicle, they never stay 100% forever, just depends on use and abuse
 
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