Post by: Dan-o on July 23, 2020, 05:58:24 AM
4 door, 4X4.
67K miles
Any issues with that year Duramax?
Good websites to bone up on 2006 Duramax/Allison?
Thanks,
Dan
Post by: Woodchuck on July 23, 2020, 06:05:50 AM
Post by: fishngamereaper on July 23, 2020, 06:09:42 AM
At those miles that truck isn't even broken in yet. It's got over 200k left before it even thinks about slowing down.
Heck if you don't buy I might.
Post by: trophyhunt on July 23, 2020, 06:26:37 AM
Post by: Dan-o on July 23, 2020, 06:34:49 AM
Post by: trophyhunt on July 23, 2020, 06:40:24 AM
Post by: Halo on July 23, 2020, 06:49:49 AM
Post by: bullfisher on July 23, 2020, 06:58:51 AM
My old 06 work truck had 340k when they forced me into a new truck. I think we have another one in Utah with 370k. Buy it, don't molest it, and enjoy.
Post by: Dan-o on July 23, 2020, 07:22:03 AM
Thanks for the feedback.
Post by: Bluemoon on July 23, 2020, 07:43:37 AM
It pulls our 38ft. 5th wheel and 40ft. horse trailer with ease. My only complaint would be where the engine and tranny are strong, everything else is made of plastic and breaks.
Even though it is 4wd. It does not go off road (wife/GF won't let me) even if she did I wouldn't because of the way things break. I have a Cummins for the off road driving.
Post by: coachcw on July 23, 2020, 08:23:26 AM
Post by: scotsman on July 23, 2020, 10:01:22 AM
About a year ago I sold my 2006 LBZ 4x4..... had it listed for 22K right here on Huntnw with no takers! Damn that was a good truck! Power galore, surprising fuel mileage and decent ride quality. I bought it with 80K on the odometer and sold with 160K for $25K on CL. (Sold the truck when we decided to sell the big 5th wheel.) Yeah, there were some quality glitches in the interior controls and the turbo had to be replaced at 155K but all in all it was one of the best vehicles I ever owned. Fyi, if you ever need turbo replacement have it done at TurboTech in Tacoma. The dealer will tell you they need to remove the cab to pull the turbo for $$$$$$ but TurboTech found a way to swap the turbo out for just $$$.
Post by: scotsman on July 23, 2020, 10:03:24 AM
And oh yeah, the ‘06/LBZ is the very last diesel pickup made that did not require DEF additive! One less thing to worry about.
Post by: jackelope on July 23, 2020, 10:11:11 AM
Go for it! Especially with that odometer.
Post by: jackelope on July 23, 2020, 10:12:49 AM
And oh yeah, the ‘06/LBZ is the very last diesel pickup made that did not require DEF additive! One less thing to worry about.
Pretty sure there was a few more years before DEF was required. That was the last year before they switched over to the diesel particulate filter and added other major emissions stuff, but DEF didn't happen till probably 2011-2012 or so. .
Post by: dewandgin on July 23, 2020, 11:48:15 AM
Post by: HntnFsh on July 23, 2020, 12:19:57 PM
Any Duramax check the upper radiator hose when cold. If hard could be head gasket issues. Whitch are very rare on the LBZ.
Towing my trailer down Jackson pass out of Jackson Wyoming I barely had to touch my brakes because of the engine and transmission combo. Also very easy to wire in the turbo brake.
Look on Silverado sierra duramax forum for tons of excellent info and lots of help. They have a dedicated LBZ section.
Post by: Dan-o on July 23, 2020, 12:21:10 PM
Just bought it.
Literally cant find a ding or paint chip.
Pics to follow.
:IBCOOL: :IBCOOL:
Post by: HntnFsh on July 23, 2020, 12:25:15 PM
Post by: HntnFsh on July 23, 2020, 12:28:08 PM
Sweet!!!!
Just bought it.
Literally cant find a ding or paint chip.
Pics to follow.
:IBCOOL: :IBCOOL:
Awesome. You will be very happy with it. Get a bluetooth dongle off Amazon for $20 and download torque pro app for $6 in case you ever throw a code. Can read. Erase with it and monitor almost everything but Egt s.
Post by: Dan-o on July 23, 2020, 07:20:19 PM
I'm excited.
Thanks all for your input!!
Post by: Dan-o on July 23, 2020, 07:21:46 PM
Post by: Timberstalker on July 23, 2020, 07:28:23 PM
Post by: Widgeondeke on July 23, 2020, 07:28:47 PM
Post by: trophyhunt on July 23, 2020, 07:42:31 PM
Post by: lewy on July 23, 2020, 08:03:10 PM
Post by: bullfisher on July 23, 2020, 08:09:28 PM
Post by: HntnFsh on July 23, 2020, 08:10:17 PM
Post by: jackelope on July 23, 2020, 09:16:39 PM
Post by: Birdguy on July 24, 2020, 04:39:17 PM
Post by: Buzz2401 on July 24, 2020, 05:55:37 PM
Those engines come stock with 365 hp and 450 lbs torque. Keep the stock air cleaner, good for 500 hp and only use ac delco or racor fuel filters. They are by far the best for that system unless possibly going with Fass Or Air Dog. Change the external Allison tranny filter every other oil change. No need to run synthetic oil in them because they are so easy on oil.
365HP AND 660 LB FT TORQUE
Post by: HntnFsh on July 25, 2020, 06:09:47 AM
Those engines come stock with 365 hp and 450 lbs torque. Keep the stock air cleaner, good for 500 hp and only use ac delco or racor fuel filters. They are by far the best for that system unless possibly going with Fass Or Air Dog. Change the external Allison tranny filter every other oil change. No need to run synthetic oil in them because they are so easy on oil.
365HP AND 660 LB FT TORQUE
Your right. I should proof read my posts!
Post by: hambone on July 27, 2020, 04:32:41 PM
Post by: Rick on July 28, 2020, 05:50:29 PM
Just my opinion but the Dmax has proven to be a hell of an engine. I love my LML.
Post by: duramax on July 28, 2020, 06:48:22 PM
Post by: Dan-o on July 28, 2020, 08:38:40 PM
I've already put over 20 miles on it.
Post by: Dan-o on August 02, 2020, 10:39:45 PM
I see I can get Amsoil synthetic for only $128/gallon....... :yike: :yike: :yike:
Post by: HntnFsh on August 03, 2020, 05:39:18 AM
Post by: trophyhunt on August 03, 2020, 06:16:36 AM
Love my 2006 only issues I have had are the tranny cooler lines leaking and a check engine light for the turbo guide vanes. Check engine light will be fixed soon with the egr delete, tuner and new turbo.I had to replace my tranny cooler lines, noticed them leaking when I bought it. I was able to buy them and install myself, not too bad of a job.
Post by: Grit dog on August 08, 2020, 10:40:47 PM
And oh yeah, the ‘06/LBZ is the very last diesel pickup made that did not require DEF additive! One less thing to worry about.
You’re mistaken.
Post by: Grit dog on August 08, 2020, 10:49:15 PM
Those engines come stock with 365 hp and 450 lbs torque. Keep the stock air cleaner, good for 500 hp and only use ac delco or racor fuel filters. They are by far the best for that system unless possibly going with Fass Or Air Dog. Change the external Allison tranny filter every other oil change. No need to run synthetic oil in them because they are so easy on oil.
No need for a lift pump for stock or mild mods. You’re Talking about the extra filtration maybe, in which case a lift pump is beneficial if pulling through multiple filters.
That said, both fass and air dog are expensive crap.
OP, just leave your truck alone and it’ll treat you fine.
Post by: Grit dog on August 08, 2020, 10:52:03 PM
Just use quality filters and change the trans filter regularly. Every other oil change, they’re cheap.
And swap trans fluid for Castrol Transynd. It’s regarded as the best fluid for Allis by far.
So much so that back in the day Alli would extend warranties on trucks that swapped to Transynd early.
Post by: HntnFsh on August 09, 2020, 06:57:32 AM
Those engines come stock with 365 hp and 450 lbs torque. Keep the stock air cleaner, good for 500 hp and only use ac delco or racor fuel filters. They are by far the best for that system unless possibly going with Fass Or Air Dog. Change the external Allison tranny filter every other oil change. No need to run synthetic oil in them because they are so easy on oil.
No need for a lift pump for stock or mild mods. You’re Talking about the extra filtration maybe, in which case a lift pump is beneficial if pulling through multiple filters.
That said, both fass and air dog are expensive crap.
OP, just leave your truck alone and it’ll treat you fine.
Your correct. I wouldnt put a lift pump on a stock LBZ either. I was just mentioning that in case the previous owner already did.
Post by: HntnFsh on August 09, 2020, 07:01:53 AM
Dano, great find.
Just use quality filters and change the trans filter regularly. Every other oil change, they’re cheap.
And swap trans fluid for Castrol Transynd. It’s regarded as the best fluid for Allis by far.
So much so that back in the day Alli would extend warranties on trucks that swapped to Transynd early.
Transynd is excellent tranny fluid for the Allison. John Deere and others used to sell it rebranded for cheaper but i dont know if you can still get it. I run Mobil 1 Delvac. Its TES 295 approved and from what Ive read on the Duramax forums is on par with the Transynd. You cant go wrong with either.
Post by: DWBMontana on August 15, 2020, 07:52:12 PM
I believe it was in 2010. Had an 08 and it was DEF free from factory.
And oh yeah, the ‘06/LBZ is the very last diesel pickup made that did not require DEF additive! One less thing to worry about.