General Motors launched the Duramax engine in 2000, and it was the innovation the company needed to secure one of the top spots in the Diesel engine market. However, the company soon realized that it must constantly develop the engine to remain competitive. The first significant attempt to improve the first-generation Duramax engine gave birth to the LLY Duramax. The LLY … [Read more...] about Duramax LLY Mod Guide
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Duramax L5P Downpipe Upgrade Guide
In our 5 Best Duramax L5P Mods guide, we covered downpipes and mentioned them as our favorite exhaust upgrade. While a larger DPF-back exhaust system will provide solid sound gains, the biggest power gains within the exhaust actually come from upgrading the downpipe. Additionally, there are a number of ancillary benefits like lower EGTs and less exhaust backpressure which also … [Read more...] about Duramax L5P Downpipe Upgrade Guide
Chevy 6.6L L8T Gas vs. 6.6L Duramax L5P
With the same displacement but different fuel types, the 6.6L gas L8T and the 6.6L Duramax diesel L5P engines certainly make a name for themselves when it comes to pulling their weight (and then some). Choosing between them, however, can be a much harder task. If you’re not sure which 6.6L V8 motor to choose for your work horse, you’ve come to the right place. In this … [Read more...] about Chevy 6.6L L8T Gas vs. 6.6L Duramax L5P
3.0 Duramax vs 5.3 EcoTec3 V8
When it comes to powering your Chevrolet pickup truck, deciding between the available engine options can be a challenge. It’s not so much about displacement, but more a question of capability and, like many things automotive, what all can go wrong (and how much it will cost you). To help you decide between the 3.0L I-6 Duramax diesel and the 5.3L EcoTec3 V8, two of Chevy’s … [Read more...] about 3.0 Duramax vs 5.3 EcoTec3 V8
2.8L Duramax LWN I-4 Engine Guide
The 2.8L Duramax has been around since 2012 before it was eventually introduced into the U.S market. The engine was designed specifically for truck use but has been extended to vans. It features new technologies to deliver power and fuel efficiency. Before it was released in North America in 2016, the engine was upgraded to feature an improved exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) … [Read more...] about 2.8L Duramax LWN I-4 Engine Guide