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04-14-2006, 13:48
2006 Duramax LLY/LBZ Service Recall (http://www.thedieselpage.com/duramax/dmaxservicebulletin0406.htm)
Addressing a possible glow plug failure
In an effort to reduce cold-start induced white smoke, GM has upgraded the glow plugs, the glow plug controller and the ECM programming on a continuing basis since first introducing the first Duramax 6600 in the fall of 2000. The 2006 Duramax, identified as either RPO code LLY (early '06 models) or LBZ (late '06 models), saw another glow system upgrade. Faster-acting glow plugs and shorter cycle times combine to further reduce white smoke after a cold start, while helping to make diesel engine operation more transparent to those more familiar with starting a gas engine. However, there have been a few bumps in the road regarding the 2006 glow system.
Electrical System Upgrade (http://www.thedieselpage.com/members/features/dualalt.htm)
Dual Alternator Installation for the 1996-2000 6.5L TD Equipped Vehicles
In a quest to accessorize our vehicles to our tastes with items such as lights, stereos and so on, we sometimes overlook what gives life to these accessories - the charging system. The original charging system is generally adequate for a factory-equipped vehicle, but increasing the electrical load on your factory alternator could lead to problems. There are two options to alleviate the power shortage: a custom high-output single alternator or dual factory alternators. Dual alternators were optional for the 6.5TD, which makes acquiring the factory brackets and hardware easy to obtain and install. Go here to see how to acquire the parts and make the install.
A Turn for the Better (http://www.thedieselpage.com/members/features/grant.htm)
Grant Steering Wheel Installation
Replacing a worn out steering wheel with any one of many great looking aftermarket versions can do a lot to spiff up the looks of the interior, as well as add functionality. Most of the accessories we've added to our Duramax conversion project were acquired after considering a wide range of aftermarket alternatives, including our choice in a replacement steering wheel.
Addressing a possible glow plug failure
In an effort to reduce cold-start induced white smoke, GM has upgraded the glow plugs, the glow plug controller and the ECM programming on a continuing basis since first introducing the first Duramax 6600 in the fall of 2000. The 2006 Duramax, identified as either RPO code LLY (early '06 models) or LBZ (late '06 models), saw another glow system upgrade. Faster-acting glow plugs and shorter cycle times combine to further reduce white smoke after a cold start, while helping to make diesel engine operation more transparent to those more familiar with starting a gas engine. However, there have been a few bumps in the road regarding the 2006 glow system.
Electrical System Upgrade (http://www.thedieselpage.com/members/features/dualalt.htm)
Dual Alternator Installation for the 1996-2000 6.5L TD Equipped Vehicles
In a quest to accessorize our vehicles to our tastes with items such as lights, stereos and so on, we sometimes overlook what gives life to these accessories - the charging system. The original charging system is generally adequate for a factory-equipped vehicle, but increasing the electrical load on your factory alternator could lead to problems. There are two options to alleviate the power shortage: a custom high-output single alternator or dual factory alternators. Dual alternators were optional for the 6.5TD, which makes acquiring the factory brackets and hardware easy to obtain and install. Go here to see how to acquire the parts and make the install.
A Turn for the Better (http://www.thedieselpage.com/members/features/grant.htm)
Grant Steering Wheel Installation
Replacing a worn out steering wheel with any one of many great looking aftermarket versions can do a lot to spiff up the looks of the interior, as well as add functionality. Most of the accessories we've added to our Duramax conversion project were acquired after considering a wide range of aftermarket alternatives, including our choice in a replacement steering wheel.