The powerful V8 engines did so bearing the name LB7, and yes, they were eventually replaced by Duramax builds branded LLY.

General Motors’ 6.6-liter Duramax LB7 was a state-of-the-art V8 diesel engine with four-valves-per-cylinder producing 235 to 300 hp and 500 to 520 lb-ft of torque. In addition to a turbocharger ...

It wasn't until 2001 that Dodge and Ford had a truly worthy opponent in the form of the GM LB7 Duramax. Despite being the new kid on the block, GM came out swinging with the LB7. Despite its class ...