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Improving Ride Quality: Advice for Duramax Truck Owners
Improving Ride Quality: Advice for Duramax Truck Owners
You love your trusty Duramax diesel truck, so treat it accordingly! These tips will help you keep...
By Travis Edwards on May 29, 2025
Benefits of Aftermarket Control Arms on a Leveled Duramax
How to Properly Level Your GM HD Truck (And Why You Need Aftermarket Upper Control Arms)
Leveling your GM HD truck is easy with the right tools—but skipping the upper control arms can co...
By Jake de la Pena on November 12, 2024
Donaldson Filter Install w/ DmaxStore Filter Adapter
Donaldson Filter Install w/ DmaxStore Filter Adapter
Upgrade the factory Duramax fuel filter to a Donaldson Fuel & Water Separator filter for impr...
By Jake de la Pena on September 10, 2024
Why Is My Duramax Transmission Setting a P0700 Code?
Why Is My Duramax Setting a P0700 Code?
Do you see a P0700 code pop up on your dashboard when you drive your Duramax truck? There could ...
By Travis Edwards on September 06, 2024
Personalizing Your GM Truck: A Quick Guide to Customization
Personalizing Your GM Truck: A Quick Guide to Customization
Are you thinking of customizing your GM diesel truck? With Duramax parts and a little know-how, y...
By Luis Rivera on September 06, 2024
Understanding Air Suspension Systems for Duramax Trucks
Understanding Air Suspension Systems for Duramax Trucks
As you learn more about the inner workings of your Duramax diesel truck, you’re bound to encounte...
By Joshue Ruiz on August 08, 2024
When To Replace the Upper Control Arms on Your Duramax Truck
When To Replace the Upper Control Arms on Your Duramax Truck
The upper control arms in your Duramax diesel truck are integral to making the suspension work. H...
By Jake de la Pena on August 07, 2024
Overview of Duramax Fuel Filter Upgrades: What To Know
Overview of Duramax Fuel Filter Upgrades: What To Know
Are you thinking about replacing the fuel filter in your Duramax truck? Consider how upgrading to...
By Jake de la Pena on July 26, 2024
Understanding Duramax Performance With Gauges and Monitors
Understanding Duramax Performance With Gauges and Monitors
Curious about how to monitor the performance of your Duramax diesel truck? Check out these helpfu...
By Luis Rivera on July 19, 2024
Your First Key Upgrades for Your L5P Duramax
The First Key Upgrades for Your L5P Duramax
Ready to give your L5P Duramax engine an upgrade? Treat your 2020+ Sierra or Silverado with the T...
By Joshue Ruiz on July 12, 2024
Choosing the Right Exhaust System for Your L5P Duramax Truck
Choosing the Right Exhaust System for Your L5P Duramax Truck
The ideal exhaust system for your Duramax diesel truck isn’t just aesthetically appealing; it imp...
By Jake de la Pena on July 08, 2024
Selecting the Perfect Lift Kit for Your Diesel Truck
Selecting the Perfect Lift Kit for Your Diesel Truck
A lift kit can transform the look and feel of your Duramax diesel truck. Which one will serve you...
By Jake de la Pena on July 08, 2024
How To Keep Temperatures Down in Your Duramax Diesel Truck
How To Keep Temperatures Down in Your Duramax Diesel Truck
Your Duramax engine is designed to handle heavy loads and long distances—but it also generates pl...
By Luis Rivera on June 04, 2024
3 Performance Upgrades To Consider for LBZ Duramax Engines
Performance Upgrades To Consider for your LBZ Duramax Engines
Unlock the full potential of your LBZ Duramax engine with these strategic upgrades. Each tweak wi...
By Joshue Ruiz on June 04, 2024
Lift Kits vs. Leveling Kits: Which Is Best for Your Truck?
Lift Kits vs. Leveling Kits: Which Is Best for Your Truck?
Want to give your beloved Duramax diesel truck a boost? Lift kits and leveling kits are common mo...
By Joshue Ruiz on May 23, 2024
Modifications for Better Fuel Mileage in your LLY Duramax
Modifications for Better Fuel Mileage in your LLY Duramax
Improve the fuel efficiency of your LLY truck with these helpful upgrades. Duramax diesel truck p...
By Travis Edwards on May 23, 2024
Diesel Fuel Additives: How They Can Improve Performance
Diesel Fuel Additives: How They Can Improve Performance
Fuel additives are more than just an optional extra for your Duramax diesel truck; they’re a powe...
By Luis Rivera on May 23, 2024
The Role of Control Arms in Duramax Truck Suspension Systems
The Role of Control Arms in the Duramax Suspension Systems
Your truck’s Duramax suspension system contains control arms that keep your ride stable and comfo...
By Joshue Ruiz on May 23, 2024
LM2 and LZ0 3.0L Duramax
LM2 and LZ0 3.0L Duramax
By Travis Edwards on May 17, 2024
Speed Brake Comparison Test
Speed Brake Comparison Test
By Jake de la Pena on May 17, 2024
Allison Transmission Operating Temperature
Allison Transmission Operating Temperature
Know your Allison temps. Overheating kills transmissions—this guide covers safe ranges, cooling u...
By Jake de la Pena on May 07, 2024
DmaxStore's 2024 GMC AT4HD Build: A Fusion of Performance and Style
By Jake de la Pena on April 25, 2024
The Progression of Duramax Diesel Engines: An Overview
The Progression of 6.6L Duramax Diesel Engines: An Overview
Curious about the history of the Duramax diesel engine that makes your truck run? Let’s take a jo...
By Jake de la Pena on April 24, 2024
Signs That It Is Time To Replace Your Duramax’s Fuel Filter
Signs That It Is Time To Replace Your Duramax’s Fuel Filter
What are some telltale signs that your truck’s fuel filter is on its way out? Don’t ignore these ...
By Travis Edwards on April 23, 2024
Maximizing Your Truck’s Performance: Essential Modifications
Maximizing Your Truck’s Performance: Essential Modifications
Are you curious about the modifications you can make to your Duramax truck? These customization o...
By Luis Rivera on April 22, 2024
Gear Ratio Recommendation for Duramax Owners
Gear Ratio Recommendation for Duramax Owners
By Jake de la Pena on April 16, 2024
Kryptonite Steering and Suspension
Kryptonite Steering and Suspension
By Joshue Ruiz on April 16, 2024
LML in a LMM!
LML in a LMM!
How we got an LML block in this LMM along with some other performance goodies!  
By Luis Rivera on April 16, 2024
2011-2016 LML Duramax Reliability Issues and Upgrades
2011-2016 LML Duramax Reliability Issues and Upgrades
By Travis Edwards on April 16, 2024
2017-2019 L5P Engine Block Heater Recall
2017-2019 L5P Engine Block Heater Recall
GM urges all 2017-2019 6.6L Duramax L5P owners to not use the engine block heater until this reca...
By Jake de la Pena on April 16, 2024
Kryptonite Idler Side Package: The Steering Upgrade Every Lifted Duramax Needs
Kryptonite Idler Side Package: The Steering Upgrade Every Lifted Duramax Needs
If you’ve lifted your Duramax and added bigger wheels and tires, your factory steering components...
By Jake de la Pena on April 16, 2024
Communication Issues on Your LB7 or LLY?
Communication Issues on Your LB7 or LLY?
By Jake de la Pena on April 16, 2024
What To Do To Help Prevent CP4 Failure On Your LML Duramax Diesel
What To Do To Help Prevent CP4 Failure On Your LML Duramax Diesel
2011-2016 LML Duramax Diesel's High Pressure Fuel Injection Pump is prone to catastrophic failure...
By Luis Rivera on April 16, 2024
Duramax Emissions Explained
Duramax Emissions Explained
By Luis Rivera on April 12, 2024
Is my Silverado or Sierra 1500 a
Is my Silverado or Sierra 1500 a "Refresh" model? Here's how you can tell!
General Motors doesn't consistently divide model years evenly, as seen before and likely in the f...
By Jake de la Pena on April 12, 2024
The All New 10-Speed Allison Transmission
The All New 10-Speed Allison Transmission
By Jake de la Pena on April 12, 2024
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD & 3500HD Specifications
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD & 3500HD Specifications
The all-new 2020 Chevrolet Silverado HD is the most capable and advanced heavy-duty truck Chevy h...
By Jake de la Pena on April 12, 2024
2020+ GM 3.0 Duramax Diesel LM2 & LZ0 DIY Oil Change Step by Step
2020+ GM 3.0 Duramax Diesel LM2 & LZ0 DIY Oil Change Step by Step
Step-by-Step Engine Oil Change instructions for the 2020+ 3.0L Duramax Diesel LM2 & LZ0.
By Jake de la Pena on April 12, 2024
How to properly bleed the power steering system on your Duramax
How to properly bleed the power steering system on your Duramax
By Jake de la Pena on April 12, 2024
Parker Racor Coalescer Fuel Filter
Parker Racor Coalescer Fuel Filter
Replace the fuel filter on your Duramax with a filter we would recommend and use on our personal ...
By Luis Rivera on April 12, 2024
Faulty Emission Reduction Fluid Tank Heater, 2020+ 1500/2500/3500 Duramax
Faulty Emission Reduction Fluid Tank Heater, 2020+ 1500/2500/3500 Duramax
By Jake de la Pena on April 12, 2024
Do Glow Plug Controllers Need Programming?
Do Glow Plug Controllers Need Programming?
Glow plugs are crucial when it comes to cold environments, This guide will cover the instructions...
By Luis Rivera on April 12, 2024
Proper Maintenance for Duramax Fuel Injectors: Top Tips
Protecting Your Duramax Fuel Injectors
Fuel injectors are critical to your Duramax engine’s performance and longevity. This guide cover...
By Jake de la Pena on April 04, 2024
Deciphering GM Truck RPO Codes: What You Need To Know
Deciphering GM Truck RPO Codes: What You Need To Know
If you want to understand your GM truck better, a crucial preliminary step is to locate and recog...
By Jake de la Pena on March 15, 2024
L5P Duramax Glow Plug Codes – What You Need to Know
L5P Duramax Glow Plug Codes – What You Need to Know
Seeing glow plug codes on your L5P Duramax? Before you replace anything, learn how a simple softw...
By Jake de la Pena on March 11, 2024
How To Tell if Your Truck Has a LM2 or LZ0 3.0l Duramax Engine
How To Tell if Your Truck Has a LM2 or LZ0 3.0l Duramax Engine
By Jake de la Pena on March 11, 2024
Allison 1000 Transmission Service
How to service your Allison 1000 Transmission
Keep the Allison Transmission in your Duramax running properly with this how to we created, along...
By Luis Rivera on March 11, 2024