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GM'S 2007 Duramax 6.6L V-8 Turbo-Diesel Delivers Class-Leading Torque While Meeting New Emissions Requirements


MILFORD, Mich. - GM Powertrain's powerful Duramax 6.6L V-8 turbo-diesel engine is revised to meet new, stringent 2007 federal emissions regulations and continues to deliver the outstanding power and torque ratings customers expect.
Upgrades to the engine and a new diesel particulate filter system help ensure the engine meets government-mandated emissions regulations for diesel engines manufactured beginning in January 2007, which require a 90-percent reduction in particulate matter and 50-percent reduction in NOx.
"Maintaining power and torque leadership with the Duramax is important to us because it's the benchmark that built the engine's class-leading reputation with our customers," said Charlie Freese, executive director, GM Powertrain Diesel Engineering.
The new Duramax 6.6L V-8 (LMM) engine delivers superior performance ratings. It is offered with increased power and torque for Chevy Kodiak and GMC Topkick medium duty applications. Versions are available with 300 horsepower and 520 lb.-ft. of torque, as well as a new 330-horsepower option with 620 lb.-ft. of torque.
Final advertised ratings for the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 HD pickups and GM's full-size vans will be released later this year.
The Duramax delivers outstanding acceleration and towing performance. Upgrades implemented in 2006 enhanced the efficiency, smoothness and quietness of the Duramax engine, which was already known as one of the industry's quietest and strongest diesels.
The new emissions standard
The Duramax 6.6L V-8 has new equipment to help it meet the government-mandated 2007 emissions standard. It requires a 90-percent reduction in particulate matter compared with the current standard, which was implemented in 2004, and a 50-percent reduction in NOx.
The use of reformulated, ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel - which goes on sale nationwide this fall - is required to meet the new emissions standard. The new fuel's sulfur content is limited to 15 parts per million (ppm), versus the current standard of 500 ppm. Diesel engines manufactured prior to 2007 can continue to use the current diesel fuel.
To meet the new emissions regulation, the Duramax 6.6L V-8 engine features:

Additional combustion control, including an even more efficient variable-geometry turbocharging system, cooled (enhanced) Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) and closed crankcase ventilation to reduce NOx
Additional exhaust control, including oxidizing catalyst and new Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) to reduce soot and particulate matter
Increased-capacity cooling system
New engine control software
Use of low-ash engine oilHow the DPF works
The 6.6L engine's DPF is based on GM-patented technology and proven supplier components. It traps diesel particulate matter in a honeycomb-like ceramic "brick" after it travels through an oxidizing catalyst. Remaining exhaust gases are routed out through the exhaust system. To ensure optimal performance, the system must undergo periodic "regeneration" to release accumulated soot from the filter. The regeneration process uses heat to burn off the soot and, in most cases, is performed automatically.
An onboard computer controls fuel injection and oxygen content to adjust the exhaust energy to the appropriate level to clean the particulate trap. Periodic servicing of the filter is required to remove accumulated ash. The DPF and corresponding components will change the exhaust system length and/or outlet design, depending on the vehicle model. Also, an expanded underbody heat shield is added. Vocations such as sweepers, airport ground support, municipal and refuse trucks will likely be most affected by the changes.
Duramax 6.6L V-8 details
Revised for 2006, the Duramax diesel uses a variable-geometry turbocharger to optimize boost performance over a wide range of operating conditions. This provides the customer with seamless and immediate response, while simultaneously helping to reduce emissions. The turbo, which spins up to 120,000 rpm, is high-speed-balanced for minimal noise and vibration, while contributing to the engine's overall smoothness and refinement. Maximum boost is 20 psi. Additional details of the Duramax 6.6L V-8 engine's '06 enhancements include:

Cylinder block casting and machining changes to provide stronger structures with increased reliability and durability
Upgraded main bearing material increases durability
Revised piston design lowers compression ratio from 17.5:1 to 16.8:1
Cylinder heads revised to accommodate higher peak cylinder firing pressure
Maximum injection pressure increased from 23,000 psi to more than 26,000 psi
Fuel delivered via higher-pressure pump, fuel rails, distribution lines and all-new, seven-hole fuel injectors
Improved glow plugs heat up faster through an independent controller
Revised variable-geometry turbocharger is aerodynamically more efficient to help deliver smooth and immediate response and lower emissions
Air induction system re-tuned to enhance quietness
EGR has larger cooler to provide for cooler exhaust gases going into the system
First application of new, 32-bit E35 controller, which adjusts and compensates for the fuel flow to bolster efficiency and reduce emissionsThe engine also features a rigid cast iron cylinder block with induction-hardened cylinder bores; four-bolt, cross-drilled main bearing caps; forged steel, nitride-hardened crankshaft; aluminum pistons with jet-spray oil cooling; aluminum cylinder heads with four valves per cylinder; integrated oil cooler and a charge-cooled turbocharging system. Features, such as easy-access fuel filter and timing gears, reduce maintenance time and effort.
# # #
SPECIFICATIONS
2007i Duramax Diesel 6.6L V-8 Turbo ( LMM )

Type:
Duramax 6.6L V-8 turbo-diesel
Displacement:
6599cc
Compression ratio:
16.8:1
Valve configuration:
overhead valves (4 valves per cylinder)
Assembly site:
Moraine, Ohio
Valve lifters:
mechanical roller
Firing order:
1 - 2 - 7 - 8 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 3
Bore x stroke:
103 x 99mm
Fuel system:
direct-injection diesel with high pressure common rail
Applications:
Horsepower: hp ( kW )
Chevrolet Silverado HD
360 hp ( 268kW ) @ 3200 rpm*
GMC Sierra HD
360 hp (268kW) @3200 rpm*
Chevrolet Kodiak Medium Duty ( LYE option )
330 hp ( 246kW ) @ 3000 rpm
GMC TopKick Medium Duty ( LYE option )
330 hp ( 246kW ) @ 3000 rpm
Chevrolet Kodiak Medium Duty ( LRX option )
300 hp ( 224 kW ) @ 3000 rpm
GMC TopKick Medium Duty ( LRX option )
300 hp ( 224 kW ) @ 3000 rpm
Chevrolet Express
250 hp ( 186 kW ) @ 3200 rpm*
GMC Savana
250 hp (186 kW) @ 3200 rpm*
Applications:
Torque: lb-ft ( Nm )
Chevrolet Silverado HD
650 lb-ft ( 881 Nm ) @ 1600 rpm*
GMC Sierra HD
650 lb-ft (881 Nm) @ 1600 rpm*
Chevrolet Kodiak Medium Duty ( LYE option )
620 lb-ft ( 841 Nm ) @ 1600 rpm
GMC TopKick Medium Duty ( LYE option )
620 lb-ft (841 Nm) 2 1600 rpm
Chevrolet Kodiak Medium Duty ( LRX option )
520 lb-ft ( 705 Nm ) @ 1600 rpm
GMC TopKick Medium Duty ( LRX option )
520 lb-ft (705 Nm) @ 1600 rpm
Chevrolet Express
460 lb-ft. ( 624 Nm ) @ 1600 rpm*
GMC Savana
460 lb-ft (624 Nm) @ 1600 rpm*
Fuel shut off:
3250 rpm Kodiak and TopKick (medium duty)
3450 rpm Silverado and Sierra (heavy duty), Express and Savana
Emissions controls:
cooled exhaust gas recirculation, catalytic converter, diesel particulate filter (DPF) & intake throttle
MATERIALS:

Block:
cast iron
Cylinder head:
cast aluminum
Intake manifold:
cast aluminum
Exhaust manifold:
cast nodular iron with steel pipe extension
Main bearing caps:
cast nodular iron
Crankshaft:
forged steel
Camshaft:
steel
Connecting rods:
forged steel, stress fractured
Additional features:
charge air cooling
recommended oil change interval: Per the computerized Oil Life System. Requires CJ-4 engine oil to Maximize Life
recommended coolant change interval: 5 years or 150,000 miles
* Final advertised power ratings will be announced later this year.

CONTACT(S):
Susan Garavaglia
GM Powertrain Communications
Phone: 248-857-4368
Mobile: 313-378-9335
E-mail: susan.garavaglia@gm.com

Tom Read
GM Powertrain Communications
Phone: 248-857-4006
E-mail: tom.read@gm.com












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So the new engine will be 30 less HP/TQ?

So the new engine will be 30 less HP/TQ?

NO, read again, that's in the kodiac.

the bottom #s are for the pick ups.

I want one...

SBB

This seems bogus...it contradicts itself.

"Final advertised ratings for the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 HD pickups and GM's full-size vans will be released later this year."

Yet it lists the hp/tq values for the pickups in the "LMM Specs" right below.

Those are not the LMM specs. The specs of the LMM will be with a reduction of 30hp. Those are the 2006 numbers. It constantly mentions changes for 2006 in the article, not 2007 aswell. :rolleyes:

Anyone know how often a DPF will have to be changed?? Knowing GM it would be a 25k mile maitnance item.



-- Rick

Those are not the LMM specs. The specs of the LMM will be with a reduction of 30hp. Those are the 2006 numbers. It constantly mentions changes for 2006 in the article, not 2007 aswell. :rolleyes:

Anyone know how often a DPF will have to be changed?? Knowing GM it would be a 25k mile maitnance item.



-- Rick

Doesn't matter...mine will be off the truck before it's 24 hours old... -:t

The date 8/24/06 shown at the top is the date the press release was released and it does talk about changes for 2006 in the top half of the doc but the specs are shown for the 2007 in the middle of the list with the heading of....

SPECIFICATIONS
2007i Duramax Diesel 6.6L V-8 Turbo ( LMM )

Like anything associated with GM they do an excellent job of confusing people. It doesnt make any sense but thats GM..

Hey, that might be a good topic ... the most confusing thing said by GM.... I know my instruction manual is crazy. It makes references to pages that dont exist and then references you back to the page you came from.

on page YY see page XX... on page XX see page YY....

I'm affraid this engine (w/Allison) will have an even larger price premium for '07 that I'm guessing will make it about a $10k option.

Does anyone know know for sure what the gas options will be for the new HD's.

I've heard rumors of a higher output 8.1, an 8.3, a V10, and a supercharged 6.0.

I spoke with a dealer contact the other day and he said his price (invoice) on the 07 jumped to $7,100 not including the allison! My 06 lbz was $4,500 for comparison

Anyone else glad they bought an '06 LBZ? :D

Definitely!

Ooh!ooh!ooh! Me!me!me!!!

The LMM will be at least 360hp in the HD's. GM is calling that figure preliminary. Rumor has it they are waiting for Ford and Dodge to publish their numbers on their new engines before they set the final power level. You know they are not going to give up the top dog position now that they have it:D

Here is the GM spreadsheet with application information

http://media.gm.com/us/powertrain/en/product_services/2007/Spec%20Sheet/Diesel/2007_LMM1_.xls

I am very GLAD to own a 2006 LBZ. It has been trouble free!

I'm glad I got my 06. By the next time I buy a new truck, they'll have all the bugs worked out. I'm seen the numbers on all new diesels not just GM and the exhaust emissions are amazinly low.

The LMM will be at least 360hp in the HD's. GM is calling that figure preliminary. Rumor has it they are waiting for Ford and Dodge to publish their numbers on their new engines before they set the final power level. You know they are not going to give up the top dog position now that they have it:D

Here is the GM spreadsheet with application information

http://media.gm.com/us/powertrain/en/product_services/2007/Spec%20Sheet/Diesel/2007_LMM1_.xls (http://media.gm.com/us/powertrain/en/product_services/2007/Spec%20Sheet/Diesel/2007_LMM1_.xls)

:hail::ro)

May regret not going w/the CC later on but am totally glad for now:ro)

It's nice to be particulate trap free!

at least our trucks might be worth more now with the higher prices of o7.5's?

Anyone else glad they bought an '06 LBZ? :D
Very happy with my 06, and none of the worry about finding the correct fuel too!

Two reasons I went ahead and bought an LBZ. First, the additional emissions with price increase. Second, finding the new fuel. You can not find it anywhere around me. I talked to a couple of gas stations with diesel and they had no idea when they would see the new fuel. But who knows what they know, know what I mean.

Anyone else glad they bought an '06 LBZ? :D

That and the 0% for 72 months is why I got reid of my old 02 LB7. No regrets!!!:ro)

Looked @ D/Max's for years knowing I'd need one soon with my 5er, my '07 Classic LBZ is exactly what I wanted W/O the emissions garbage. All will be ULSD as of '09(any diesel fuel inside the U.S even farm) fuel but the pucker factor when towing across the U.S with my family will be minimal until the tanks are all turned over.

The new LMM specs are in this press release:
http://media.gm.com/us/gm/en/news/press_kits/07%20fs%20pickups/hd/index.html
2007 HEAVY-DUTY PICKUPS AT A GLANCE
Duramax 6.6L turbo-diesel engine with dramatic reduction in emissions and class-leading power and torque (365 hp / 660 lb.-ft.)

Check this thread for more info (official HD photos have been released too):
http://dieselplace.com/forum/showthread.php?t=105087

Its not much different than the last press release.... and a whole 5 hp increase...what will I do will all that extra hp....

Also when will GM release max trailer data on the new GMT900 chassis??? Thats what I really want to see...

Its hard to tell from the picts but how much bigger is the new truck vs old??? It looks like they are following in Fords footsteps and including a trailer brake controller....and upgraded the trucks quite a bit....added a bunch of goodies...

GM will trump Dodge and Ford on HP and torque BIG time. From what I hear from some of the Cummins engineers, they are having a real problem getting the HP numbers of 2003 model years trucks (300 HP - 555 torque) out of the new 6.7 L due to the EPA add ons.

BTW - even if it costs $10,000 for a Duramax and $10,000 for an Ally, it is better than a Dodge.

Two reasons I went ahead and bought an LBZ. First, the additional emissions with price increase. Second, finding the new fuel. You can not find it anywhere around me. I talked to a couple of gas stations with diesel and they had no idea when they would see the new fuel. But who knows what they know, know what I mean.
unless you talked to the guy over fuel delivery for their stations the little guys running the small show don't know much

Hmmm. An integrated trailer brake control. I wonder if it works as well as a prodigy.........

It'll be 2010 before I get another one, what's the spec's then???

Swapped my 03 LB7 (great truck) for a new LBZ for these very reasons. GM has used me for a test driver on several previous occasions, and i was determined not to let them do that to me again! This new pu has been great so far, and hopefully the bugs will all be out by the time I need another. Bill Martin, the 'Ole Idaho dirt farmer

Anyone else glad they bought an '06 LBZ? :D


Actually Im pretty glad I DIDN'T buy an 06.
While the 06s are cool trucks, The new 2007's are truly Amazing!!!
Also, an extra 5 horspeower and 10 foot pounds of torque over the LBZ is definately not a bad thing.:ro)
LMM= 365 Horsepower/ 660 Pound feet of Torque.

The 06 LBZ is a great truck, dont get me wrong; but Im VERY VERY glad I didn't rush into buying one.
Im really glad I waited it out now that I see these sweet new 07's.
I would have majorly regreted buying and 06 after seeing how BEEFY they made the new 2007 GMC HD with that Awesome HUGE grille! Cant wait to see that NEW Grille with a HUGE Pollished Billet grille, and a HUGE 12 INch lift on the new 2007's will be AWESOME! (I can picture it already):D

Congratulations though to the guys that DID get their 06s and 07 classics. They are definately great trucks too, and I'm sure you're enjoying the 360 HP and 650 Foot pounds outa that LBZ!!!
:grd:


http://img246.imageshack.us/img246/6910/0720sierrahd11xm4.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

GMCJOE,
I have also been waiting for the new GMT900 chassis on the 3500 dually. I bought a used 2003 Duramax to hold me over until the 3500 comes out which probably wont be till mid 2007 at the earliest...

Does anyone know when the new GMT900 1500s will be hitting the stealerships???

Actually Im pretty glad I DIDN'T buy an 06.
While the 06s are cool trucks, The new 2007's are truly Amazing!!!
Also, an extra 5 horspeower and 10 foot pounds of torque over the LBZ is definately not a bad thing.:ro)
LMM= 365 Horsepower/ 660 Pound feet of Torque.

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Hi Joe,

Where did you find the 365HP/660 torque numbers for the new LMM engine? I thought these numbers will be published later this year.

I was going to purchase a 2006 GMC 2500 HD Crew Cab next year, but the new look of the GMC's is starting to grow on me. It would look awsome in the color of my choice which is Steel Grey Metallic.

Thank you,

Pete

Hi Joe,

Where did you find the 365HP/660 torque numbers for the new LMM engine? I thought these numbers will be published later this year.

Thank you,

Pete

They are now on GMC's website, they were announced at the Texas State fair this past week

GMC's website has the new specs, plus lots of pics. I'm going to buy one myself in February. I booked my '05 on line, and to a private party it books within $2,000 of what I paid for it. We will have to see what the local market REALLY is at the time. My dealer told me the used Duramax trucks don't last a week, if that, on their lot, and they bring good money. He also told me to sell mine outright, it would go quick, and he wouldn't have to insult me with a poor trade-in offer. With mine being paid for, I just need to make up the difference, so it shouldn't be too painfull. I also just cancelled my extended warranty since my '05 has only 26,000 miles on it and I won't be needing it, and that will be going toward the difference also. Even though the new trucks may have an increased bottom line price, that's nearly two grand I won't have to pay due to the new warranty.

They are now on GMC's website, they were announced at the Texas State fair this past week

Thank you Wobble!

:grd:http://img246.imageshack.us/img246/6910/0720sierrahd11xm4.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Hi Joe,

Where did you find the 365HP/660 torque numbers for the new LMM engine? I thought these numbers will be published later this year.

I was going to purchase a 2006 GMC 2500 HD Crew Cab next year, but the new look of the GMC's is starting to grow on me. It would look awsome in the color of my choice which is Steel Grey Metallic.

Thank you,

Pete[/quote]






Hey Pete,

Heres a GM website with ALL the specs on the the HD Trucks.
I've attached a link for you to check out, this will give you every spec your looking for, including power numbers of 365 HP and 660 foot pounds:

http://media.gm.com/us/gm/en/news/press_kits/07%20fs%20pickups/hd/index.html


Also, heres a link to Tons of pictues of the New 2007 Trucks.
They are taken from the Texas State Fair:

http://www.cobraeater.cz28.com/StateFairofTexas/


Many GREAT "real life" pictures of the 07' on that site. Pictures like the ones Ive posted here.


http://img445.imageshack.us/img445/4985/0720sierrahd13ut7.jpg (http://imageshack.us)


http://img85.imageshack.us/img85/3613/0720silverado1xj3.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img503.imageshack.us/img503/8847/0720sierrahd2ke9.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img169.imageshack.us/img169/543/0720sierrahd10aq1.jpg (http://imageshack.us)


The 2007's are truly great looking trucks!:ro)

Thank you for the information Joe,

I will be ready next year to buy and will need to sell both my 95 GMC Sierra (Which is very clean for the age) and my 2004 Bravada.

Good luck with your upcoming purchase.

Pete

Great pics!!!!:eek:

I must say though......whoever took those pics definitely likes the boxes on these new trucks..hahahahahhaa. 3/4 of the pics are of the box.

I actually feel pretty good about those trucks. They look gooooooooood!:ro)

GMCJOE,
Thanks for posting the pics of the new 2007 (not classic) truck. I have been himming & hawing about which truck I want to buy for the past 6 months. I am now totally sold on this new truck. Even though I am a little scared of buying the first line of these new trucks, due to any real world problems not being addressed yet, I am sold on this truck and I can not wait a couple of years to buy this new body style. As far as the new LMM motor with all of its smog emissions stuff, OH WELL. I have lived in CA my entire life and have owned nothing but gassers that had to be smogged every other year. So now I have to smog my new truck too... I guess I'll get over it. As far as the truck costing a few extra thousand dollars, I don't see the big problem. I have to finance the truck anyways so paying $650 a month for 5-6 years as opposed to $610-620 (financing is typically about $10 more a month for every thousand dollars borrowed) whoopee.
I am going to the GMC dealer tomorrow morning and inquire about this new truck and its availability date. Sign me up, I want one...

GMCJOE,
Thanks for posting the pics of the new 2007 (not classic) truck. I have been himming & hawing about which truck I want to buy for the past 6 months. I am now totally sold on this new truck. Even though I am a little scared of buying the first line of these new trucks, due to any real world problems not being addressed yet, I am sold on this truck and I can not wait a couple of years to buy this new body style. As far as the new LMM motor with all of its smog emissions stuff, OH WELL. I have lived in CA my entire life and have owned nothing but gassers that had to be smogged every other year. So now I have to smog my new truck too... I guess I'll get over it. As far as the truck costing a few extra thousand dollars, I don't see the big problem. I have to finance the truck anyways so paying $650 a month for 5-6 years as opposed to $610-620 (financing is typically about $10 more a month for every thousand dollars borrowed) whoopee.
I am going to the GMC dealer tomorrow morning and inquire about this new truck and its availability date. Sign me up, I want one...



Jason,
No Problem man for posting the photos!
Actually, as far as availability on the new 2007 HD Duramax Diesel Trucks, they will be available for sale by about January or February of 07.
I have heard this from tons of sources, many by which I trust as well.

As far as Power goes, the new 2007 Trucks make MORE power than the Previous 2006 and 2007 "classic" trucks which is pretty amazing in itself!

New 2007:365 Horsepower and 660 pound feet of torque to be exact.

I know what you mean about gasser trucks. I have owned them my whole life as well, as well as many older Chevy muscle cars too. Its time for me to step up to the new body 2007 diesel GMC truck.

I loved the look of my Squared and Boxy 1998 Chevy Silverado. The new GMC was able to bring back the bold "Squared Up" look while still maintaing smooth and Super cleannnn body lines.

Heres a picture of my 1998 Silverado which I fixed up and sold recently for a down payment on a 2007 GMC Diesel:


http://img98.imageshack.us/img98/7531/picsofme1936hx1.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

My '98 Silverado was a VERY solid and Clean Silverado which I took Great care of.
Its time now though for me to move up to the Duramax Diesel, which I think I'll be very happy in doing so.

Heres a new 2007 GMC Sierra in Black which I was lucky enough to find because I havnt seen very many black new 2007 GMCs.(the 2007 color Im getting is going to be Black)
The look of black with all the chrome looks Awesome.


http://img166.imageshack.us/img166/5122/0720sierra19ok4.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

This truck is not and HD, but at least it gives you an idea of how a black 2007 will look.

Like you Joe, I will be graduating to the Duramax myself next year. The 6.5L has been very good to me and I shouldn't have a problem selling the truck.

I like the new front end of the GMC's, they look sharp!

It'll be 2010 before I get another one, what's the spec's then???
2012 for me. What should I be looking forward to?

All heavy-duty models are available with an integrated trailer brake controller. It is integrated with the ABS system and provides immediate and measured brake force signaling to electric-controlled trailer brake systems. There is no requirement for external and/or aftermarket brake control systems. The brake controller switch is conveniently mounted on the lower-left section of the instrument panel.

This is sweet!

It's nice to be particulate trap free!

Off topic, but you gotta love Minn Kota's avatar! Yukon Corneilus, too funny!

that black one looks awesome ...:ro) ......except for the alphabet lesson in the grille...:confused:-:t ....would be the first thing removed :exactly: