General Motors' LBZ Duramax Engine is one of the most reliable engines ever built. Over the years, the LBZ and other Duramax engines have carved out a reputation for durability, reliability, and long ...

These days, the Duramax namesake is as linked with turbo diesel engines as peanut butter is to jelly. That wasn't always the case, though. In the late '80s and early '90s, GM's Detroit Diesel couldn't ...

People look to pickup truck engines for consistent power and long term durability. These ones in particular are among the all ...

Thanks to its reliability, fuel efficiency, and performance potential, GM’s 6.6L Duramax diesel enjoys a very loyal following in the heavy-duty pickup segment. One of the most sought after engines of ...

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Although the LBZ Duramax (produced from ’06 to ’07) has earned a reputation for making easy horsepower in the diesel industry, it’s also known for its one Achilles’ heel: cracking pistons. Once ...

The 6.6-liter LMM Duramax V8 diesel engine was introduced midway through the 2007 model year, when it replaced the 6.6 liter LBZ Duramax variant. As such, it powered Chevrolet Silverado Heavy-Duty and ...

The L5P Duramax diesel V8 is what powers heavy-duty work trucks like the 2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD and is an amazing powerhouse. It didn't exactly start off that way back in 1984 when GM first ...