I'm finally looking into (doing actual research) on the Duramax now as I'm planning to buy one in the next month or two.

I can't keep thinking up things to search and or waiting for things to be posted.

Is there a FAQ area?

Things I am interested in:

I "must" purchase new to recieve my $3,000 off through my GM card, use the www.fightingchance.com "fax attack" negotiations, etc.

Do the '06's have catalytic converters? Does this hinder power much/any? Are there fines for removing a cat off a diesel? Are there any year diesels that require a smog check yet?

It seems that GM is offering two different Duramax engines right now, although their designation codes are not handy to me. Is that the difference from the auto/manual?

A 2500HD 4x4 crew cab short bed... is the bed the same size/length as the 2500HD 4x4 EXSB? 6.5 feet long, right?

What size fuel tank does the shortbed have? Is there an option for a larger fuel tank?

I "built" a vehicle on GMC's site, but there was noplace to choose rearend gear ratios. I drive a LOT on the freeway and usually at high rates of speed so I'd rather have 3.73 then 4.10's for mileage. I don't tow anything rediculously heavy (flat bed car hauler with car = about 6,000-7,000lbs.

I'm sure I'll have more questions so any help/direction is appreciated.

Can't wait to make the switch to diesel and reap the rewards.

 

Go to the Diesel Place...there is a lot of good info there. Get the Dmax you won't regret it.