Chevrolet or GMC Duramax exhaust pipe question?

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Has anyone had any issues with the Duramax exhaust placement blowing to hot against your trailer, and causing any problems? The exhaust pipe on the Duramax comes back at a shallow angle, instead of shooting more out the side like Ford or Ram. I have not heard of any issues, as I know many people tows fivers, and travel trailers all the time with them, just courious? I know the tail pipe has some openings in the front of it, so that might be the solution to my worries on this? Thank you!

ksss · Answer

I have not had an issue.  The heat diffuses rapidly after exiting the pipe.

4bearhug · Answer

No issues for me pulling a 5th wheel.

twodownzero · Answer

Put a turndown on it if you think it's a problem.  Doubt it, though, it's a long way from your trailer.

ksss · Answer

They have run that same style of exhaust since 07.  If it was a problem it would be wide spread.  The DPF trucks of 07.5-2010 ran a lot hotter and there was no issue.  You are much more safe, temp wise, with an SCR equipped truck.

deltabravo · Answer

They've had that design since the 2007.5 model year. This is the first time I have ever heard the question come up on all the RV and Truck forums I frequent.

I have a 2009 Duramax. It's never presented a problem in 9 years of towing.

It's a non issue.

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