This is not your Grandfather's 6.5 Diesel. We're building this from the ground up, with torque like a Duramax and the long range reliability we all need in an adventure truck. We started with a GEP12562486.

Don’t miss part 2 where we build the top end:
   • Duramax Torque from a 6.5, Part 2 - 6...  

The whole Suburban Build Series:
   • The 85 Diesel Suburban  

00:00 The song of my people
01:39 6.2L and 6.5L Diesel History - Mixed Reputation
02:26 This is a 6.5L built OUR way
04:03 Machine shop details
07:16 Piston and Rod Assembly
09:41 Crankshaft and Bottom End Assembly
17:31 Installing the Rings on Pistons
20:07 Installing the pistons in the Bores
25:24 Timing Gears

Enjoy Part 1, the Short Block.

David & Tom (my dad)

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