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    Engine Stand's and mounting options for a Duramax build

    I have read that you are not supposed mount the engine stand to rear adapter plate on a fully dressed Duramax. So what other options are people using? I have found 2 or 3 custom build solutions that people have done mounting off the sides of the block with custom built or modified stands. I am...
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    Headgasket question

    Speaking of needing help. I have a Question about Head gaskets on a built motor if any one can help? LBZ .020 over bore with Racecast pistons. Forward edge I have .008-.009 Piston protrusion and .006 on the rear side directly over the pin. Running standard head studs if it makes a difference...
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    Engine Build clearance questions

    I wanted to get some opinion's on some bearing clearances for my LBZ. Stock block and caps with ARP Main studs. Stock Crank polished and keyed Callies rods I am not looking to push for anything extreme with this. I think tops this will see 625-650HP It's just meant for some extra fun and some...
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    Can someone confirm cam lobe order for me?

    My Stuff is at the machine shop right now. Does one know the Arrangements of the intake and Exhaust lobes on the Duramax camshafts??? Is the first lobe an Intake or an Exhaust lobe? Not concerned with the firing order.
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    LBZ wire harness repair?

    Since the engine wire harness has been discontinued by the General and there are none available in the country, what are my options? (Yes I had them look on the locator.) Does any one repair them? Or will I need to Find another hacked up harness with the plugs I need to repair mine? I tried...
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    Can Some one Identify this fitting on the Pick up for an LBZ?

    I picked up a donor LBZ truck and the bed is off. The plastic fitting on the round portion is the part I am Questioning. Is that fitting part of something that is broken off? It doesn't appear to be broken or cut on the end. It looks clean. So I am wondering if its supposed to be like that or...
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    Diesel Catalyst Replacement

    In CA, Some one I know had the catalysts cut off when they stole his truck. They Caught the guy unloading the truck but didn't find the catalysts. The sawsall was even still in the truck when this person retrieved it from impound. I contacted the dealer and GM has Discontinued the Catalyst for...
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    2004LB7 to 2006 LLY/LBZ Swap Questions

    Ok some of you may have seen the Vats thread I had earlier on a Swap truck I am trying to help someone local with. https://www.duramaxdiesels.com/forum/showthread.php?t=84165&highlight=LB7+LBZ+swap The swap Is running But I believe it has other electrical issues which is why I am starting a new...
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    Notice Link Broken

    When you click the link in the Notice Banner it gives an error. I put a red Arrow under the one I am referring to. The Announcement link works and I suspect that may have been the same thing? Sorry James, Just trying to help.
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    LBZ swap Question about Vats

    Friend has an 04 LB7 That he swapped to an LBZ. He called me saying he couldn't get it to stay running. I knew right away it was VATS. He swaped the entire dash and column along with the engine trans from the doner. I read the tune out changed the enable to disable for VATS reflashed and...
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    Search feature working?

    When I try and search any thing I get broken link page.
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    Fleece Performance 2004.5-2007 Duramax PowerFlo In-tank Lift Pump?

    Have you guys seen this yet? https://fleeceperformance.com/2004-5-2010-duramax-powerflo-in-tank-lift-pump.html It supposedly has a lifetime warranty too. I am just curious. If it fails, will the gerotor style pump block flow leaving you stranded?
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    Anyone else not receiving email notifications?

    9/2 was the last Email notification I recieved. I have not been getting thread Updates since then. I made sure it's not in junk Email, Checked the Safe sender list and made sure the site was added there and not in the blocked users, I signed in and out a few times, cleared browser...
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    Let's talk Duramax crate engines

    So I have been trying to do my homework and I see alot of our vendors offer crate engines. Usually a stage 1 or stage 2 type package. I feel I am realistic in my goals and that a stage 1 engine will meet most of those. That being said, I would like to get some opinions on my assessment...
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    LLY truck to LBZ engine swap question

    I can't find a definite answer on the gas pedal some threads say yes others say no. If I do need it, I need to see If I can get it from the donor truck before it disappears... I have the BT DieselWorks 2004.5-2005 LLY to LBZ conversion harness on order to simplify that part of it and...
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    Used allison questions

    I was looking for core transmissions and I am not familiar with the allison transmissions. I looked at one that supposedly had a convert seal leak and a slight slip on the 2-3 up shift. I am guessing the C3 is toast? I was told to pull the external filter and look at the magnet. When I...
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    LBZ: Needs Some help Looking at Used Trucks

    I have been shopping for used trucks and I have looked at a Few. I am new to the diesel world But not this specific year range of trucks. It is amazing at what some of the used car dealers are trying to pass off out there. It's easy to hide stuff in pictures but when you look at a vehicle in...
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    Looking to make the switch

    New to Diesel but not the GMT800's Currently looking for a LBZ.
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