[bigred74k20]

just bought an 04 lly with 26000 on it but noticed it had a 2006 donaldson air cleaner on it. is this a problem? anything else i should worry about?

 

[Unit453]

That means it was/possibly is and over heater. That was one of GM's fixes for that problem. I dont think it cured it though.

 

[bigred74k20]

what can or should i do about this?

 

[Unit453]

Take it back. It might not be too late. Or....

Do you plan on towing anything? If not, you could keep it.

 

[bigred74k20]

could if of potentially caused damage to anything? and what would i tell the dealer about the situation?

 

[RickDLance]

Run the vin in the vin check forum and see if its been in for overheating repair.

 

[Unit453]

Well its tough to say. Here's an option for you. Run your vin here in the vin check thread in the main page. That'll give you a complete list if everything your truck's been through since it's conception. It's very detailed.

If you dont plan on towing anything, or light loads, it may just be the truck for you. On the other hand, there are indeed fixes for this problem with parts such as a V2 radiator and an aftermarket tranny cooler. We have vendors here who sell them and pretty much offer a complete kit for around a grand if I'm not mistaken.

 

[bigred74k20]

i plan on pulling my 74 chev wheeler on a flatbed, and my quads and thats probably about it. now how bad does these overheat? is it the motor or the tranny. to the point of no return?

 

[Unit453]

This should get you started:

http://dieselplace.com/forum/showthread.php?t=92941

And:

http://dieselplace.com/forum/showthread.php?t=127865

 

[Turbobruce]

i plan on pulling my 74 chev wheeler on a flatbed, and my quads and thats probably about it. now how bad does these overheat? is it the motor or the tranny. to the point of no return?

Sounds like it is too late for a return . Buy the V2 and be done with it. The reason for the 06 air box is because the pryor owner complained of overheating. That is the ONLY reason Gm would put it on.

 

[bigred74k20]

that helps alot, i guess once i get my vin check back ill know exactley what happend. thanx guys

 

[Unit453]

No problem. Thats why were here. Be sure to keep us updated on what you find out and what you plan to do. There's a ton of info here from thousands of members.

 

[bigred74k20]

who makes the v2 and where is the best place to find it. and i have a gm extended warranty i got with it. help any bit?

 

[Unit453]

Probably not. If you switch out your radiator, you're on your own so dont expect GM to offer any assistance.

I'm pretty sure Kennedy Diesel sells them.
http://www.kennedydiesel.com/
He's a supporting vendor here. Someone will correct me if I'm wrong and hopefully provide you the link to where you could find one

 

[hemisareslow]

Silly lillys....those trucks are pretty hit or miss...some guys have never had a problem...some guys have had nothing but problems with overheating...good luck to you

 

[rockfollower]

google, "cool my duramax" for the V2 radiator

 

[bigred74k20]

Well i got my vin checked to see what has been done, and it had:l1197 - sensor, fuel level (tank unit) - replace / j7709 - service kit, revised 90 degree injector harness connectors j5919 - module, direct fuel injection driver (diesel) - replace j4430 - capacitor and/or module j7910 - wiring harness, distributor - repl j7910 - air cleaner system (chevrolet)

 

[bigred74k20]

and J5650 - INJECTOR, FUEL - REPLACE. but doesnt say anything about overheating. any ideas?

 

[joncar]

just because it has the 06 cai does not mean it was an over heater..i suggested it to my service manger,and they put an 06 cai on mine,it has never over heated..i pull a 10,000/11,000 lb 34' fifth wheel..maybe thru research you could talk to the 1st owner and get more info.. ..joncar..

 

[bigred74k20]

yah i never thought of that.. thanx. i have his name maybe i will look it up and give him a call and see what he has to say