Anyone Excited about the 3.0 Duramax?

Even though I won't be able to own one, I'm excited to see the truck on tfl soon. Currently I need an HD, so a 1/2 ton wont work. However for all those pulling with 1/2 ton trucks, it's great to see more options. I like the idea for sure and think that it will be a great truck.

jerem0621 wrote:
Just curious really. I thought the inline 6 layout would raise a few eyebrows.

I expect the power specs to be inline (see what I did there?) with the ED and the Baby Powerstroke... but with it being an inline 6 would it be too much to ask for 260ish hp and 450-500 lb ft of tq?

I’m not sure why, but this motor/truck combo fascinates me. If they can put down decent power specs and keep the NHT around 2,000 lbs of payload they could have a real winner.

Just musing and speculation running through my brain tonight.

Thanks!

Jeremiah

Not too excited here in PA.......with regular unleaded @ $2.89 and diesel a full $.0.60 per gallon more @ $3.49 what would be the point? It might break even after around 100K miles....might not..........So the idea that its for the "fuel mileage crowd" to brag about may not fit the bill, at least here in PA. Its still going to be a 1500 truck no matter what engine you put in it. If I was looking for a GM 1/2 ton I would go with the 6.2 gasser, if I was looking for fuel mileage I'd buy a Kia, Hyoki, Honda Fit, or a Ford Fiesta lol.

Nothing like stirring the pot and trolling!

Baby diesels are being produced for the fuel mileage crowd to brag about, and real diesels for towing are still being produced.