3.0 Duramax Podcast: PCV Recall / Resonator Leak / Charge Pipe Causing Stalling

3.0 Duramax Podcast: PCV Recall / Resonator Leak / Charge Pipe Causing Stalling

In this episode of the 3.0 Duramax Podcast, we're covering another GM recall for the 2024 LZ0 Duramax, a new GM service bulletin involving charge air cooler pipes causing engine stalling and low power, plus how to tell when an oil leak at your turbo resonator is normal—and when it's time to replace it.We also discuss:The latest GM PCV system recall (OTA update)Charge air cooler pipe failures and what causes themTurbo resonator oil leaks and billet resonator delete options0W-20 vs 5W-30 oil testing updateUsing an acoustic camera to diagnose air and exhaust leaksLM2 & LZ0 engine teardown updatesNew products available at Demon WorkshopIf you own a 3.0 Duramax Silverado, Sierra, Tahoe, Yukon, Suburban, or Escalade, this episode is packed with the latest maintenance tips, service information, and real-world dealership experience.📚 Duramax maintenance guides & technical articles:https://duramaxnews.com🛒 Parts & upgrades:https://demonworkshop.comIf this video helped you, consider subscribing and turn on notifications so you don't miss future 3.0 Duramax updates, recalls, technical bulletins, maintenance tips, and product testing.Topics Covered00:00 Introduction00 GM PCV Recall Update00 Charge Air Cooler Pipe Bulletin00 Turbo Resonator Oil Leak Explained00 PPE Billet Resonator Delete00 Acoustic Camera Testing00 0W-20 vs 5W-30 Oil Test Update00 LM2/LZ0 Engine Build Update#30Duramax #Duramax #Silverado #Sierra #LZ0 #LM2 #DieselTruck #GMTech #DuramaxNews #DieselMaintenance

GM Wants Your 3.0 Duramax Engine Back?! PPE Bypass Valve is still the best

In this episode, we cover a new GM engine monitoring program, the 2024 3.0 Duramax PCV recall, and take a deep dive into the 10L80 transmission bypass valve options—including the factory thermostat, the Barbell modification, and the PPE Full Flow Bypass Valve. 📖 Read the latest 3.0 Duramax news and articles here: 👉 https://duramaxnews.com [https://duramaxnews.com] (replace with the specific article if you have one) ✅ PPE vs Factory vs Barbell transmission bypass valves ✅ Why I switched back to the PPE Full Flow Bypass Valve ✅ New PPE 10L80 transmission filters ✅ 2026 transmission cooler differences you need to know ✅ Removing the active grille shutters for summer cooling ✅ PPE engine oil pan thoughts after long-term testing ✅ LM2 teardown update (106,000-mile engine) ✅ LZ0 thrust bearing & oil filter inspection update ✅ GM's new Engine Field Monitoring Program (they may actually request your engine!) ✅ 2024 Silverado & Sierra 3.0 Duramax PCV emissions recall update If you own a 3.0 Duramax LM2 or LZ0, this episode is packed with maintenance tips, technical updates, product testing, and real-world experience from a GM technician. 🛒 Parts & Upgrades: https://demonworkshop.com [https://demonworkshop.com] 📰 Duramax News: https://duramaxnews.com [https://duramaxnews.com] 📞 Have a question for the podcast? Leave a voicemail using the phone number in the description, and your question may be featured in a future episode. 👍 If you enjoy honest testing, dealership insight, and practical maintenance information for the 3.0 Duramax, consider subscribing. New podcast episodes are released every Sunday. #30Duramax #Duramax #Silverado #Sierra #LM2 #LZ0 #DieselTruck #PPE #10L80 #DemonWorks00:00 Introduction 00:48 Transmission Bypass Valve Overview 02:15 PPE vs Factory vs Barbell Comparison 05:20 Superior Solutions Spring Kit Review 07:35 Why I Recommend the PPE Full Flow Bypass Valve 09:05 2026 Transmission Cooler Changes 10:20 New PPE 10L80 Transmission Filter 11:35 Active Grille Shutters Explained 13:00 PPE Engine Oil Pan & Extra Oil Capacity 14:40 LM2 Teardown Update 15:45 LZ0 Oil Filter & Thrust Bearing Update 17:05 GM Wants Your Engine? New Field Monitoring Program 18:55 2024 3.0 Duramax PCV Recall Update 20:15 Final Thoughts & Viewer Questions

3.0 Duramax Podcast: LZ0 Thrust bearing issue / LM2 100k miles Teardown

We Discuss the recent LM2 Engine Teardown video where I show the bearings of a 100,000+ mile LM2 engine with a life of 8,000+ mile oil change intervals. We discuss Lake Speed Jr.s recent video talking about 0w20 / 0w30 / 0w40 and how AC Delco 0w20 engine oil is poop. https://www.demonworkshop.comhttps://www.duramaxnews.comhttps:BanksPower.com/demonworks DISCOUNT CODE DemonWorksLZ0 Engine Teardown video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=to-UC_LXz_8LM2 Engine Teardown Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DAKUmCFJ7gELake Speed Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2rXlLW1iZUQ

2027 Silverado unveiled - First impressions and Thoughts

Today we were shown the first official images of the 2027 Silverado and I provide my initial thoughts on it. https://www.duramaxnews.com Banks Power Discount Code: DemonWorks00:00 Unveiling the 2027 Silverado Truck02:26 Design Features and Variations05:26 Engine Specifications and Performance07:51 Interior Innovations and Technology10:49 Trim Levels and Customization Options13:04 Final Thoughts and Future Expectations

Why This 3.0 Duramax Took a Week to Tear Down & Lower MPG with additives?

In this episode of the 3.0 Duramax Podcast, I share what happened when I started tearing down a 3.0 Duramax engine and discovered four completely seized injectors. What should have been a straightforward teardown turned into a week-long battle involving penetrating oil, sledgehammers, cutting injectors apart, and eventually removing the cylinder head with the injectors still attached.We also discuss an important change to the 2026 Silverado and Sierra transmission cooler, answer 10 viewer questions, and cover topics including turbocharger failures, fuel additives, towing practices, oil drain plugs, fuel system concerns, and more.Whether you own an LM2 or LZ0, this episode is packed with real-world information from the dealership and the shop.🔧 Topics Covered:• 2026 transmission cooler changes• 4 seized injectors on a 3.0 Duramax teardown• Turbo cooldown after towing• LZ0 turbo failures• Fuel additives and fuel economy• Magnetic drain plugs• Tahoe/Yukon buying advice• Engine replacement vs resealing• MOTUL oil update• OTA update code P2002• Metal flakes in fuel filters📞 Have a question for a future podcast? (801) 209 9503Leave a voicemail using the number in the description or post your question in the comments.🌐 Duramax News:https://duramaxnews.com🛒 Parts & Upgrades:https://demonworkshop.comDiscount Codes:Banks Power - DemonWorksWeigh-Safe - DW10🎥 Subscribe for more 3.0 Duramax content, tech breakdowns, maintenance tips, and dealership insights.#Duramax #30Duramax #LM2 #LZ0 #Silverado #Sierra #Tahoe #Yukon #DieselTruckTimestamps00:00 Intro01:12 2026 transmission cooler changes03:05 My 3.0 Duramax teardown nightmare begins04:25 Four seized injectors discovered06:35 Upcoming LZ0 teardown and thrust bearing inspection07:40 Viewer Question #1: Archoil and fuel economy11:05 Viewer Question #2: Should you cool down the turbo after towing?14:05 Viewer Question #3: Turbo failure at 33,000 miles17:15 Viewer Question #4: Magnetic drain plugs and the new 2026 oil pan20:15 Viewer Question #5: Best Tahoe/Yukon years with the 3.0 Duramax22:00 Viewer Question #6: Engine reseal vs engine replacement24:05 Viewer Question #7: MOTUL oil update and oil analysis plans25:10 Viewer Question #8: P2002 OTA update issue and dealership charges26:20 Viewer Question #9: Metal flakes found during a fuel filter change27:35 Final thoughts and viewer questions