I'm new to the site and shopping for a used duramax 2500. First off, do all duramax trucks come standard w/ allison trans? Next, what do I need to look for in used ones and what year models are the best/worst.
I'm new to the site and shopping for a used duramax 2500. First off, do all duramax trucks come standard w/ allison trans? Next, what do I need to look for in used ones and what year models are the best/worst.
Welcome to the board!
Up through 2005, you could get the ZF-6 speed manual. From 2006 on, the Allison was the only trans available in the 2500/3500 series Duramax diesel equipped pickups.
The 2006 LBZ seems to be the best choice for a used truck, but the various model years have their advantages and and sometimes disadvantages. With the 2006, you also get the 6-speed Allison with manual selection option on the shift lever. In my humble opinion, there are no "worst" model years - just some a little better than others.
Jim
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