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Prostar8.20
07-07-2005, 07:34 PM
I'll keep trying.......Wondering what the official numbers are going to be like. I thought Kool said we'd know in 30 days, a month ago.

BMCD
07-07-2005, 07:41 PM
I just read on another forum the following: Not sure if this is news, or just someone guessing.

An improved Duramax will be in the 06 Silverado HD along with a 6-spd Allison trans.
360 HP @ 3000 rpms
650 lbs or torque @ 1400 rpms
improved fuel economy and range
superior engine and component cooling for increased performance
Reduced emissions (larger more efficient catalytic converter)
Even faster cold-start performance
Enhanced cylinder heads
Strengthened cylinder block and connecting rods
Enhanced fuel injection system (20% less fuel consumption)
New air induction system that increases power and reduces induction noise
Approved for B20 fuel

Allison 1000 Transmission
same brand that rides in the M1A Main Battle Tank
6 speeds 5th gear reduction .71 6th gear reduction .61
Tap up/Tap down capability
Grade braking down to 2nd gear
Cruise Grade Braking
Shift Stabilization

Prostar8.20
07-07-2005, 08:34 PM
Thanks Bryan. I had seen this before but I've also read a bunch of other stuff too. I bet the 20% better fuel economy is 20% better base fuel consumpution ( fuel/hp) not 20% better than what we're getting. I don't know what to think lately with my fuel mileage, I got 17 around town the last tank fuel. It has never done this in the past but has repeated twice. I wonder when the offical announcement will be made?