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Hi from florida
- Thread starter 96Diesel2door
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DieselAmateur
She ain't revved 'til the rods are thrown...
Welcome to the forum! Nice looking rig. I really dig the 2 door diesels, not many of them were made. And nearly impossible to find any up here not rusted to pieces.
Is this your first 6.5? They can be a reliable engine if taken care of right. They're pretty particular about certain parts and came with inherent flaws so definitely consult us here in the loony bin first before buying any aftermarket upgrades. We can be good at spending other's money but at least will recommend reliable and reputable sources
Fill out your signature with vehicle year and any mods done to the engine so we can specifically diagnose any future issues/ questions.
Is this your first 6.5? They can be a reliable engine if taken care of right. They're pretty particular about certain parts and came with inherent flaws so definitely consult us here in the loony bin first before buying any aftermarket upgrades. We can be good at spending other's money but at least will recommend reliable and reputable sources
Fill out your signature with vehicle year and any mods done to the engine so we can specifically diagnose any future issues/ questions.
96Diesel2door
Member
This is my first and only 6.5. I’ve owned it for about 5 years now. It’s a 96 S vin. It’s got about 267k miles now, she’s been good to me so far. Changed the injection pump, lift pump, oil psi sensor/fuel cut off switch, have a 2006 Denali center console in it now, body has been completely redone just before I had bought it. So no rust, outside of surface rust on the frame. But I’ve done work to prevent it from getting anywhere on the body with undercoating and sprays in the frame to keep it right. She’s been bulletproofed, from the new head studs, harmonic balancer, PMD relocation, etc… cooling system is all new with duramax fans (we know they like to overheat a bit when towing). I’m in the process of getting a double din dash and redoing the front seats. They have a couple tears in the drivers seat. Otherwise this is one sexy 2 door. I keep her clean and inside for the most part. Outside of using it for going to and from work twice a month and daily drive when I’m wanting to just cruise. Which is a lot lately. I can upload some more pictures.Welcome to the forum! Nice looking rig. I really dig the 2 door diesels, not many of them were made. And nearly impossible to find any up here not rusted to pieces.
Is this your first 6.5? They can be a reliable engine if taken care of right. They're pretty particular about certain parts and came with inherent flaws so definitely consult us here in the loony bin first before buying any aftermarket upgrades. We can be good at spending other's money but at least will recommend reliable and reputable sources
Fill out your signature with vehicle year and any mods done to the engine so we can specifically diagnose any future issues/ questions.
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jrsavoie
Recruit
Nice ride. Has a familiar look to it
MrMarty51
Well-Known Member
Welcome to the forum 96.
That is a mighty nice unit You have there. Seems You have been doing Your homework too on making it more reliable and ready for the long haul.
Nice uprated components.
That is a mighty nice unit You have there. Seems You have been doing Your homework too on making it more reliable and ready for the long haul.
Nice uprated components.
96Diesel2door
Member
Thanks! Yeah, I’ve done a lot of homework with it, I was getting irritated with some things that were just annoying me because I couldn’t figure it out. Finally getting it working again the way it should has been amazing. When I first got her, it was a challenge. A lot of YouTube videos and phone calls to friends that know these engines better than I’ll ever know. Doing the work myself has made me better at noticing the little things lately.
dbrannon79
I'm getting there!
LOL. Keep up the good work and welcome to the forum. glad to have you join!
96Diesel2door
Member
Thanks!
96Diesel2door
Member
jrsavoie
Recruit
I had a 1995 that looked similar.
Another member has it now and has revived it.
Another member has it now and has revived it.
96Diesel2door
Member
Nice! I’m not sure I could part with mine. She’s running smooth for now, but I can’t say never, someone may come along for the right price 
jrsavoie
Recruit
The 95 was supposed to be my run around vehicle. I never did drive it much. My daughter drove it more than anyoneNice! I’m not sure I could part with mine. She’s running smooth for now, but I can’t say never, someone may come along for the right price