GM Finally Reveals 3.0 Duramax Failure Dates! Plus New Turbo line

GM has finally added build dates to its 3.0 Duramax LZ0 thrust-bearing failure bulletin. We also have an updated turbocharger oil feed pipe, a new aluminum radiator, and a viewer question about intake valve cleaning.Read the full articles on Duramax News:GM Identifies 3.0 Duramax Thrust Bearing Build Dates:https://www.duramaxnews.com/post/gm-finally-identifies-3-0-duramax-thrust-bearing-build-dates-in-updated-bulletinUpdated 3.0 Duramax Turbo Oil Feed Pipe:https://www.duramaxnews.com/post/3-0-duramax-turbo-oil-feed-pipe-2027-updateIn this episode, we look at GM's updated thrust-bearing bulletin identifying a May 1 through September 1, 2025 vehicle build-date range. I'll discuss what I've found from tearing down a failed LZ0 engine, what we still don't know about the failures, and an updated thrust-bearing part number for the 2027 engine.We also cover the revised turbocharger oil feed pipe now referenced in GM's service information, along with a new Fluidyne aluminum radiator for the 3.0 Duramax.Finally, I answer a viewer question about intake valve cleaning, MAP sensor maintenance, and whether a catch can is worth considering.TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Introduction and episode overview01:00 – GM Authority article and new Fluidyne radiator04:00 – GM reveals 3.0 Duramax thrust-bearing build dates07:30 – Updated turbocharger oil feed pipe for the LZ009:15 – Should you clean your 3.0 Duramax intake valves?11:00 – MAP sensor maintenance and catch cans13:15 – My 2027 Silverado ZR2 and upcoming content14:27 – EndMORE DURAMAX INFORMATIONDuramax News: https://www.duramaxnews.comParts & Upgrades: https://www.demonworkshop.comQUESTION FOR OWNERS:Is your 3.0 Duramax within GM's newly identified build-date range? Have you experienced any thrust-bearing or turbocharger problems? Let us know your model year, mileage, and experience in the comments.