Jake is a founder of 8020 Media and has been creating automotive content online since 2017. He has been the lead writer for Chevy Trucks and has transformed it from the old and outdated site it was into what it is today. Jake creates a ton of GM related content for the 8020 Media YouTube channel and specializes in Duramax and Vortec information but has a wealth of knowledge across all GM cars and engines. Jake believes the L5P is the best diesel on the market today.
The LML was the biggest overhaul Duramax had done to the 6.6L diesel, using 60% new parts. It received major changes to the block, rod, pistons, emissions equipment and fueling system. The big engine changes to the block and internal components led to a stronger and more durable engine, but the new fueling system and…
When your Duramax begins throwing a P2563 code, a scan tool will read ‘Turbocharger Vane Control Position Sensor Performance‘. The vane position sensor controls the unison ring and turbo vanes located within the Duramax’s Garrett turbocharger. P2563 and P003A are common engine codes amongst 2004.5 to 2016 Duramax turbo engines which us variable geometry Garrett…
The P0449 engine code pertains to the EVAP system, which is the acronym for the Evaporative Emissions Control System. The purpose of the EVAP system is to absorb fuel vapor from the fuel tank to prevent it from being released into the atmosphere, which is environmentally damaging. The system collects fuel vapors via a canister filled…
Receiving a P1345 code on your Chevy or GMC vehicle will read out as “Crankshaft Position-Camshaft Position Correlation”. While this error code can be caused by a faulty camshaft position sensor (CMP) or crankshaft position sensor (CPS), the issue a lot of the time relates to engine timing. On older Chevy engines, specifically the 5.7 Vortec,…
When starting out with power modifications on an LBZ, a cold air intake is one of the best upgrades especially when used in conjunction with a tuner. An intake upgrade will help supply the turbocharger with more air, improving turbo efficiency resulting in power gains up to 20whp and 50wtq. Additionally, it is a great…
GM launched the LMM in 2007.5, replacing the LBZ due to tighter emissions regulations. To strengthen emissions active regeneration was added alongside a DPF system. As is common with emissions equipment, this led to a new common problem for the Duramax LMM engine. Similar to its predecessor, the LMM has very few actual engine problems….
The fuses are the heart of your Chevy’s electrical system. Nearly every system in a car that requires battery or electric power (windows, door locks, lighting, stereo, etc. etc.) is wired and powered through a fuse. The battery sends power to the fuse which then transfers it to the specific system on the car. The…
A C0265 on your Chevy or GMC Will read: Electronic Brake Control Module Relay Circuit. While that’s a mouthful, it doesn’t really give you a great idea of what the problem is. The EBCM, or electronic brake control module, is the electronic system that controls brake sensors and activates both traction control and ABS. Traction…
In order to meet stricter emissions regulations, the LLY replaced the LB7 engine and was the first Duramax to use EGR emissions technology. Unfortunately, the new EGR system was problematic leading to common valve failure. Aside from this addition the new engine received a variable vane turbo and eventually got some block and internal upgrades…
Outside of a number of common but not catastrophic problems the LB7 Duramax is a stout engine with good reliability and performance for its age. While the engine isn’t necessarily built to be tuned to produce massive amounts of power, it does a great job of being a solid stock work truck. With that being…
The LBZ Duramax is, still today, the favorite Duramax of diesel enthusiasts and one of the most sought after engines. The LBZ was upgraded to be able to handle more power than the previous Duramax and to improve reliability. Furthermore, the LBZ has limited emissions equipment, preventing major problems that newer diesel engines face. The…
The 6.2L EcoTec engine was released in 2014 to power GM’s performance vehicles and as the highest tier engine option for Silverado and Sierra trucks. Powering some of the most expensive GM vehicles, reliability is a big factor. Unfortunately, the 6.2L EcoTec3 is prone to a number of common and serious problems such as lifter…
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