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2006 GMC Sierra Crew LBZ Duramax Diesel for sale by dyeautos.com in Denver
This article is about the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra (GM) pickup trucks mated with Duramax diesel engine with some specifications and history. The Isuzu and GM coop'd the 6.6l turbo diesel engine design that has put Chevrolet and GMC on the map for consumers and diesel truck lovers. In 2001, the Duramax turbo diesel was introduced to the GM 3/4 ton, 1 ton trucks and commerical trucks. In 2004.5, the EPA required a catalytic converters (Cat) and exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) on the LLY engines. In 2008, the EPA again required stricter emissions and required the first Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) as well as the Cat/EGR. In 2011, improvements were made in the emissions systems by the new Urea injection system that didnt hurt performance.
The Allison 1000 automatic transmission has been the in the large amount of GM trucks built with the Duramax however you could order a 2001-2007 GM truck with a ZF S6-650 manual transmission. Interesting enough, the ZF S6-650 manual transmission ZF Friedrichshafen AG was used in the 1999-2003 Ford F-250 and F-350 trucks previously. This transmission was discountinued in 2007 by GM.
Chevrolet diesel trucks:
https://www.dyeautos.com/inventory/Used/Chevrolet/?search=diesel
GMC diesel trucks:
https://www.dyeautos.com/inventory/Used/Gmc/?search=diesel
2013 GMC Denali Duramax diesel for sale by dyeautos.com in Denver
Duramax diesels with Allison 1000 automatic transmissions
Year. Engine Vin code HP Torque Allison or ZF S6-650
2001-2003 LB7 1 235 500 5 spd 6 spd man.
2004 LB7 1 300 520 5 spd 6 spd man.
2004.5 LLY 2 310 520 5 spd 6 spd man.
2005 LLY 2 310 520 5 spd 6 spd man.
2006 LLY 2 310 605 6 spd 6 spd man.
2006.5-2007 LBZ D 360 650 6 spd 6 spd man.
2007.5 LMM 6 365 660 6 spd
2008-2010 LMM 6 365 660 6spd
2011-2016 LML 8 397 765 6 spd
2017 L5P Y 445 910 6spd
We always carry serval Chevrolet and GMC trucks with Duramax engine and Allison transmissions.
Chevrolet diesel trucks:
https://www.dyeautos.com/inventory/Used/Chevrolet/?search=diesel
GMC diesel trucks:
https://www.dyeautos.com/inventory/Used/Gmc/?search=diesel
2010 Chevrolet Duramax diesel for sale by dyeautos.com in Denver
Here are my sources of information and highly recommended information of Duramax's.
http://www.dieselarmy.com/features/history/family-lineage-the-evolution-of-gm-diesel-truck-engines/
http://www.trucktrend.com/cool-trucks/1303dp-history-of-the-duramax-diesel-engine/
http://www.duramaxhub.com/
Vehicles with 6.6l duramax diesel engines included but not limited to Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 3/4, 1 ton light duty trucks.
2008 chevrolet LTZ Duramax crew Z71 for sale by dyeautos.com in Denver
Chevrolet diesel trucks:
https://www.dyeautos.com/inventory/Used/Chevrolet/?search=diesel
GMC diesel trucks:
https://www.dyeautos.com/inventory/Used/Gmc/?search=diesel
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Best 4×4 Truck in Denver
Buying a 4×4 Truck in Denver can be tricky, especially with so many choices available in the market. Buying a pre-owned 4×4 Truck can be even trickier since it has many more twists and complications involved. It may be related to the condition of the vehicle or some other procedural or technical issue related to it. If you have your heart set on buying a pre-owned truck from any of the following categories then this article is meant for you:
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So for all these readers who are looking for trucks for sale in Denver, here are some great tips for buying used pickup trucks in Denver:
- Be sure of what is your budget, your needs, your preferences, your affordability in terms of repair and maintenance costs, parking space available with you and your budget for the fuel expenses per month. It is important to understand the implications of all these factors in the model you choose. There might be a car available that may be your childhood dream, but it may be exactly opposite to your ground realities. DO NOT opt for such a pre-owned vehicle that would prove unsuitable to meet any or most of these parameters.
- Do your homework with the models you are eyeing. Researching is easy these days with so much access to user reviews online. Carefully evaluate the strong and weak points of each model and pitch them against your requirements. The model or vehicle best matching the pitch should be your natural choice.
- Your local auctions can be a smart choice for buying a pre-owned vehicle. You may have a slight disadvantage of inability to inspect the vehicle through a mechanic, but says the experience that you would get a better deal 9 out of 10 times.
- Never be in a hurry in buying a pre-owned car. Take your time and inspect a vehicle in broad daylight under the sun. Low light conditions or foggy weather would hide half the defects which would be evident in high light conditions.
- Having your own mechanic for vehicle inspection is the best aide you can have when you are out looking for pre-owned vehicle buying.
- Evaluating a pre-owned car owner is just as important as inspecting the car. The type of owner and his or her attitude or personality would tell a lot about how he or she has taken care of the car or disclosing the true facts about the condition of the vehicle.
So if you are looking for trucks for sale in Denver or truck dealers in Denver or some used pickup trucks in Denver then we would recommend you to check out the huge inventory at https://www.dyeautos.com/.
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Dye Autos, located in Wheat Ridge, has a plethora of commercial trucks. When you shop with us, you’re bound to find one that can meet your business need. We have trucks ranging from Ford F-450’s, F-550’s, to Dodge 4500 and 5500’s. We also carry moving trucks, cargo vans, and have trucks with beds as long as 21 feet. If we don’t have what you need on our lot, we can surely find it for you.
Dye Autos makes it easy to buy a diesel or gas commercial vehicle. You’ll find we have the lowest prices in Denver and a simple buying process. We can finance for as low as 1.99%.
You want ‘em – We got ‘em. Stop by Colorado’s largest truck center in Colorado today. You’ll find us at 4855 Miller Street, Wheat Ridge, Colorado 80033.
Dyeautos sells trucks in Denver for great prices and we have easy auto loans!
