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GM Duramax V8 Diesel

When GM introduced its first V8-based diesel power plant in the ’80s, the results were less than stellar since they essentially took an existing small-block gasoline design and modified it to run on diesel. It wasn’t until the early ’90s when GM bought into Japanese commercial vehicle giant Isuzu, that they got the technology to develop a truly modern V8 diesel.

T&D Machine Roller Rocker System for GM Duramax Diesel V8

T&D Machine Products has made available a roller rocker system for the GM Duramax diesel V8. T&D has engineered and produced a rocker set to give an extra advantage to this 32-valve powerhouse.

Cometic 2001-2007 GM Duramax 6.6L Diesel V8 Gaskets

The new 2001-2007 GM 6.6L Duramax MLS head gasket utilizes a load control embossment for superior combustion chamber sealing and improved clamp load around the cylinder without increasing bore distortion.

Wiseco Diesel Pistons

Wiseco, a high-performance piston maker established in 1941, is launching a new range of diesel pistons for Dodge Cummins, GM Duramax and Ford Power Stroke engines.

Venturing Into GM Duramax Diesel Service

There are five ­generations of the Duramax engine. The best way to identify the generation is by the year, model and the RPO (regular production option) code. Back in the 1990s, GM wasn’t making too many waves in the diesel truck market. The 6.2L and 6.5L engines had been around for sometime, but they were no match