beags86
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Lot truck. Just dealer order with no owner. No biggie.
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Zimmers 06 LLY
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Dave did the truck come with a winter front? Probably not if it came from Florida. Just curious?
How do you like it so far?
How do you like it so far?
No winter front...originally a Texas truck so no need?
I Drove it the other day when the roads were clear, 35*F...fired right up, no smoke, drove it continuoisly for 35 miles, the engine was up to full operating temp when i got home but it was still chilly interior...lol
Really drives nice, slightly better than my 99 maybe because no front drive and extended wheelbase, its similar to the 76 CC.
So I'm starting a list of items to bring it up to my comfort level, and so i know whats what as far as condition and maintenance needs are. I also want to paint the hood, and fix the rear bed cave in, probably put a box corner on it. Change fluids filters etc.
blast a set of the PYO wheels and have Kert powder them in chrome, which looks like polished aluminum to me...perfect. I still have a good set of Duratrax 265,s ill put on it.
What suggestions for maintenance and durability do you suggest for this, my first Duramax?
I Drove it the other day when the roads were clear, 35*F...fired right up, no smoke, drove it continuoisly for 35 miles, the engine was up to full operating temp when i got home but it was still chilly interior...lol
Really drives nice, slightly better than my 99 maybe because no front drive and extended wheelbase, its similar to the 76 CC.
So I'm starting a list of items to bring it up to my comfort level, and so i know whats what as far as condition and maintenance needs are. I also want to paint the hood, and fix the rear bed cave in, probably put a box corner on it. Change fluids filters etc.
blast a set of the PYO wheels and have Kert powder them in chrome, which looks like polished aluminum to me...perfect. I still have a good set of Duratrax 265,s ill put on it.
What suggestions for maintenance and durability do you suggest for this, my first Duramax?
It`s not a 4x4? Guess you don`t have the pump rub in the T/C to worry about.
Maintenance I just followed the scheduled chart in the book. Change the dexcool if you dont know how old it is? I always used dex 6 in the trans. Everyone will tell you to use Transid synthetic, probably a good idea, but I just stuck to factory for mine and Colbys. Make sure you dont chuck out the magnet on the spin on filter for the trans.
Clean,blow out or wash the rad stack. That will help a ton to keep it cool and the air conditioning nice and cold. Can`t think of anything else special to do.
Check the PYO`s when you have the tires off for wear on the lip...they can get thin. I got 8 of them that I dont want to use on because they are thin.
Yup use transynd. Delco fuel filters and delco air filter. Both can be had on amazon for cheap. Suggest doing a double change. Drive it for 100 miles drain and change. Use only Allison spin on filters, once again can be had on amazon for cheaper than dealer.
Good advice Jess! I forgot to say GM Filters, and allison filters for the trans.
Although I have used Baldwin at times for everything.
Although I have used Baldwin at times for everything.
I Got a basic printout of service done at GM dealerships...other services unknown.
16k...reprogram glow plug controller...emission control recall...warranty
28k...replace front suspension crossmember...warranty
42k...engine mechanical...no info
46k...oil change
59k...oil change
79k...fuel filter change
86k...fuel filter change
88k...steering suspension...no info
88k...oil change
92k...oil change
95k...brakes
95k...cooling system misc
101k...oil change
132k...check engine
171k...oil change, brakes serviced, fuel system serviced
201k...oil change, SES, driveability...#4 glow plug failure/replaced
207k...oil change, brakes checked; 45% front pads, 40% rear pads, SES, driveability, #8 glow plug failure/replaced
231k...oil change, fuel system serviced, SES, driveability, several glow plugs failed, replaced all 8
232k...SES, driveability, no power, fuel primer assy bad, replaced primer assy.
ALL ABOVE SERVICES PERFORMED AT HOLIDAY CHEVROLET, WHITESBORO, TX
Sold and registered in Lake Villa, IL on 2/2017
Registered at vehicle auction in “midwest region” on 9/2019 w 247k...sold on 11/2019
16k...reprogram glow plug controller...emission control recall...warranty
28k...replace front suspension crossmember...warranty
42k...engine mechanical...no info
46k...oil change
59k...oil change
79k...fuel filter change
86k...fuel filter change
88k...steering suspension...no info
88k...oil change
92k...oil change
95k...brakes
95k...cooling system misc
101k...oil change
132k...check engine
171k...oil change, brakes serviced, fuel system serviced
201k...oil change, SES, driveability...#4 glow plug failure/replaced
207k...oil change, brakes checked; 45% front pads, 40% rear pads, SES, driveability, #8 glow plug failure/replaced
231k...oil change, fuel system serviced, SES, driveability, several glow plugs failed, replaced all 8
232k...SES, driveability, no power, fuel primer assy bad, replaced primer assy.
ALL ABOVE SERVICES PERFORMED AT HOLIDAY CHEVROLET, WHITESBORO, TX
Sold and registered in Lake Villa, IL on 2/2017
Registered at vehicle auction in “midwest region” on 9/2019 w 247k...sold on 11/2019
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Yeah Dean no 4x4, but really I don't recall the last time I used it on my 99 either...no winter driving so it hasn't been a concern and don't feel it will be on this tow vehicle either. It does have the G80, so that will help in marginal situations.
Ive been reading the Allison lubrication engineer thread on DP.... great read, and yeah I'm convinced to use the TranSynd fluid and a double change, he said that will extend service up to 150k then.
Ill probably add a lift pump kit, and do an exhaust system. Otherwise, a good thorough bumper to bumper check, replacing fluids filters, necessary items and the idlers, serp belt, water pump, thermo, and radiator/cooling system flush per Lukes procedure he recommended for you Dean. This water pump looks to be original so i think ill skip the cooling system filter upgrade unless it looks bad.
Any good fixes for a broken electrical panel mounting on the door panel?
Here you can see the hood chips, and a few door dings, the interior is pretty good.
Really appreciate the direction guys!
Ive been reading the Allison lubrication engineer thread on DP.... great read, and yeah I'm convinced to use the TranSynd fluid and a double change, he said that will extend service up to 150k then.
Ill probably add a lift pump kit, and do an exhaust system. Otherwise, a good thorough bumper to bumper check, replacing fluids filters, necessary items and the idlers, serp belt, water pump, thermo, and radiator/cooling system flush per Lukes procedure he recommended for you Dean. This water pump looks to be original so i think ill skip the cooling system filter upgrade unless it looks bad.
Any good fixes for a broken electrical panel mounting on the door panel?
Here you can see the hood chips, and a few door dings, the interior is pretty good.
Really appreciate the direction guys!
DP is great! Spent a ton of time over there!
Good plan you got. Lift pump!
Fix on the door panel would be a different one sadly.
Merchant auto and Kennedy is where i’d be looking for upgraded parts and such,they have quality parts and good prices. IMO
Nice buy Dave! I really want to go south and find a ZF6 Duramax. It'll probably never happen but a guy can dream...
Ebay or Amazon for replacement headlights/taillights. You'd be amazed at how much better a fresh set will make the whole truck look.
Does this mean you aren't going to finish your crew cab project?
Ebay or Amazon for replacement headlights/taillights. You'd be amazed at how much better a fresh set will make the whole truck look.
Does this mean you aren't going to finish your crew cab project?
Ill still finish the 76 dually Cummins project, this was a good way to make sure Moab happens this year. After the test drive I had to have it. Remember when people said how much the new trucks sucked in 2001?? Yeah me too, now thatI can afford a 15 year old one, they're awesome!
I figure when I get the Dually done, i can evaluate this one and sell it if I dont find a good reason to keep it.
I figure when I get the Dually done, i can evaluate this one and sell it if I dont find a good reason to keep it.
Just wait till you drive a new one. My lml puts my old lb7 to shame, and the l5p puts my lml to shame. Next Fall can’t come soon enough. Mine will be paid off and then it’s upgrade time.
No wonder guy got rid of it. Replaced all 8 glow plugs and didn’t make it 1k miles before it was back in for more service.
I dont Think I’ll have to worry about that! I seem to buy junk thats already 10+ yrs old.
But not glow plug related
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I agree. Just made me laugh cuz I’m been there before with a rig where it’s old enough and after it starts to nickel and dime you ya throw in the towel and cut it loose.
Not saying there’s anything wrong with it in the least, just made me laugh for the guy. Imagine explaining to your wife that after just dropping all the money at the dealer it’s gotta go back. She probably chewed his ass.
You make a car payment or they nickel and dime you at some point. The only way to get away from it is a bus pass.
I love my 07 Lbz though it’s currently in the nickel and dime phase.
I love my 07 Lbz though it’s currently in the nickel and dime phase.
beags86
Eastbound and Down
What the heck? Texas to IL to FL?
FYI I used to live in Lake Villa IL, I am unaware of any mass auto auction there. It's just a little shithole.
I wonder where at it was sold there now?
Oh well,. doesn't matter.
LOL....Yeah, not sure about the auction facility, BUT looking at the vehicle history report, it shows it being registered in Lake Villa, IL from 2/2017 to 9/2019, accumulating about 15k miles, then it went to vehicle auction in the “midwest region”. Sold in 11/2019, to, I’m assuming the dealer in FL I bought it from. I will change the post above to more accurately reflect that.
Thanks for the callout.
Thanks for the callout.
