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LUV2XCLR8 · 10-18-2020, 03:06 PM

Looks like I might be buying a 2007 Kodiak

Never owned one, much less any kind of Diesel,
any advice other than throwing lots of $ at her?

Likes, dislikes, would you own again, or no way?

*Mods please move if this isn't the right group.

C10 - C90 Bill · 10-18-2020, 03:40 PM

What type of Diesel Engine does it have?

**CarolinaHD** · 10-18-2020, 07:13 PM

It has the Duramax Diesel engine, in another thread he mentioned it was a c4500. 8.1 gas and 6.6 diesel were the only 2 engine options in 4500/5500 01-10.

You looking for any specific info? Shouldn't need to throw lots of money at it unless it needs work. But just like any modern diesel, everything is more expensive than its comparable gas twin.

The engine will be the same as a 2500hd/3500 (LBZ) but detuned for less power. 2007 should have the full 6 speed transmission. 06+ have a 6 speed transmission but the 6th gear is locked out from the factory until 2007 or 2008 models. It can be enabled with a computer reflash from the dealer.

Change the oil every 5000 miles and fuel filter every 10,000. Add a lift pump to help out the injection pump and get extra filtration.

Go to dieselplace.com and search their heavy haulers section. There was alot of good info back in the day. Its slowed down alot now though.

1976gmc20 · 10-19-2020, 11:15 AM

So what do you plan to do with it?

I was thinking that a 12' cabover camper on a flatbed C4500 would be nice stable rig.

LUV2XCLR8 · 10-21-2020, 05:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CarolinaHD

It has the Duramax Diesel engine, in another thread he mentioned it was a c4500. 8.1 gas and 6.6 diesel were the only 2 engine options in 4500/5500 01-10.

You looking for any specific info? Shouldn't need to throw lots of money at it unless it needs work. But just like any modern diesel, everything is more expensive than its comparable gas twin.

The engine will be the same as a 2500hd/3500 (LBZ) but detuned for less power. 2007 should have the full 6 speed transmission. 06+ have a 6 speed transmission but the 6th gear is locked out from the factory until 2007 or 2008 models. It can be enabled with a computer reflash from the dealer.

Change the oil every 5000 miles and fuel filter every 10,000. Add a lift pump to help out the injection pump and get extra filtration.

Go to dieselplace.com and search their heavy haulers section. There was alot of good info back in the day. Its slowed down alot now though.

Thanks for all th information

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Originally Posted by 1976gmc20

So what do you plan to do with it?

New Tow Piggy

1976gmc20 · 10-21-2020, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by LUV2XCLR8

New Tow Piggy

Oh - like for a fifth-wheel or gooseneck?

Doncha noe an F-150 is all you need for that...?

LUV2XCLR8 · 10-26-2020, 05:37 AM

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Originally Posted by 1976gmc20

Oh - like for a fifth-wheel or gooseneck?

Doncha noe an F-150 is all you need for that...?

She is setup for all 3

(5th, Goose, Receiver)

1976gmc20 · 10-26-2020, 12:57 PM

Well, congratulations for wanting to get a Real Truck to pull a heavy trailer

A couple years ago I was sorta drooling over the fiber optic construction outfit's C4500 flatbed. I think they said it had a 6.0 gas in it (same as I now have in my K2500HD WT). Of course I was also drooling over their JD-650 dozer. I really wanted to borrow it over the weekend while it was sitting at the end of my driveway

LUV2XCLR8 · 11-15-2020, 08:04 PM

Picked her up on Halloween in NY, 850 miles each direction, got home to TN early on the 1st.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME

**special-K** · 11-16-2020, 07:07 AM

I saw where you had a haul. How do you like it at work?

Bigdually · 11-18-2020, 07:23 AM

That is a beautiful truck, a local guy had one just like it in white for a long time, he hotshotted campers and loved it, swore he'd never have a regular pickup again.

LUV2XCLR8 · 11-19-2020, 06:20 AM

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Originally Posted by special-K

I saw where you had a haul. How do you like it at work?

Actually that was my buddies Ram that made the trip
with me. He pulled my trailer empty to NY (Avg. 11.8)
& I pulled back my trailer with his on it. (Avg. 13.1)

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Originally Posted by Bigdually

That is a beautiful truck, a local guy had one just like it in white for a long time, he
hotshotted campers and loved it, swore he'd never have a regular pickup again.

I have wanted one for years, Thanks

sweetk30 · 11-19-2020, 08:10 AM

You buy that from the med duty dealer up in cortland ny ?

There if s a guy who is always selling med duty clean trucks .

And killer looking ride

LUV2XCLR8 · 11-20-2020, 06:37 AM

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Originally Posted by sweetk30

You buy that from the med duty dealer up in cortland ny ?

There if s a guy who is always selling med duty clean trucks .

And killer looking ride

No, guys personal toy, and thanks really love it so far

LUV2XCLR8 · 09-03-2021, 06:20 AM

Been awhile, need to update my post. Had a 5 year
ceramic coating done, some paint correction, all the
diamond plate polished, and also the wheels. Not to
shabby looking for a vehicle that has just turned 15.

*I have since replaced all those step pads on it also.

Took the poor detail guy close to a week and 1/2

**CarolinaHD** · 09-03-2021, 07:54 AM

Man that is a beautiful truck and that paint looks showroom new now!

LUV2XCLR8 · 09-04-2021, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by CarolinaHD

Man that is a beautiful truck and that paint looks showroom new now!

Thank you, it turned out really nice

cornerstone · 09-05-2021, 10:28 PM

Great. Now I want one. Any under the hood shots?

LUV2XCLR8 · 09-06-2021, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by cornerstone

Great. Now I want one. Any under the hood shots?

Just a few, basically all stock, with low mileage.

jumpsoffrock · 09-30-2021, 06:21 PM

So is the engine serviced like a van, from inside the cab?

LUV2XCLR8 · 10-01-2021, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by jumpsoffrock

So is the engine serviced like a van, from inside the cab?

There is a dog house like a van, but the majority
of the motor reachable standing behind the tires.

LUV2XCLR8 · 11-14-2021, 07:47 AM

All cleaned up the other day

**Bob B.** · 11-15-2021, 12:40 AM

That's a real nice one! Friend of mine picked up a 'Super-C' Kodiak motorhome last year. They still go for good money.

LUV2XCLR8 · 11-15-2021, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Bob B.

That's a real nice one! Friend of mine picked up a 'Super-C' Kodiak motorhome last year. They still go for good money.

Thank you, I have turned down more than I paid 3 times so far.

People keep trying to buy it, guess if $ get stupid I might sell.

**special-K** · 11-19-2021, 06:55 AM

Do you still call it The Luv Shack or is it now the Yak Shack?

10-18-2020, 03:06 PM	#1
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,484	Anyone in here own a Yak Looks like I might be buying a 2007 Kodiak Never owned one, much less any kind of Diesel, any advice other than throwing lots of $ at her? Likes, dislikes, would you own again, or no way? *Mods please move if this isn't the right group. __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

10-18-2020, 03:40 PM	#2
C10 - C90 Bill Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Moneta, VA USA Posts: 3,082	Re: Anyone in here own a Yak What type of Diesel Engine does it have? __________________ '60-'72 Chev/GMC Fan GMC 9500 Fan Detroit Diesel Fan

10-18-2020, 07:13 PM	#3
CarolinaHD Moderator Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Cabarrus Posts: 417	Re: Anyone in here own a Yak It has the Duramax Diesel engine, in another thread he mentioned it was a c4500. 8.1 gas and 6.6 diesel were the only 2 engine options in 4500/5500 01-10. You looking for any specific info? Shouldn't need to throw lots of money at it unless it needs work. But just like any modern diesel, everything is more expensive than its comparable gas twin. The engine will be the same as a 2500hd/3500 (LBZ) but detuned for less power. 2007 should have the full 6 speed transmission. 06+ have a 6 speed transmission but the 6th gear is locked out from the factory until 2007 or 2008 models. It can be enabled with a computer reflash from the dealer. Change the oil every 5000 miles and fuel filter every 10,000. Add a lift pump to help out the injection pump and get extra filtration. Go to dieselplace.com and search their heavy haulers section. There was alot of good info back in the day. Its slowed down alot now though. __________________ Alex 1967 C50 292ci Lumber truck 1967 C50 292ci Dump truck 1967 C60 366ci Fire truck Last edited by CarolinaHD; 10-18-2020 at 07:22 PM.

10-19-2020, 11:15 AM	#4
1976gmc20 Registered User Join Date: May 2015 Location: Montana Posts: 3,696	Re: Anyone in here own a Yak So what do you plan to do with it? I was thinking that a 12' cabover camper on a flatbed C4500 would be nice stable rig. __________________ Current/past Chevy/GMC trucks: 1958 Chevy C-60; 1965 GMC C-50; 1965 Chevy C-10; 1971 Chevy K-10; 1973 Chevy K-20; 1976 GMC C-20; 1977 Chevy C-10 Suburban; 1980 Chevy K-10; 1989 Chevy K1500; 1991 GMC V1500 Suburban; 2016 Chevy K2500 HD Other vehicles: 1988 Jeep XJ; 2011 Toyota 4Runner

10-26-2020, 12:57 PM	#8
1976gmc20 Registered User Join Date: May 2015 Location: Montana Posts: 3,696	Re: Anyone in here own a Yak Well, congratulations for wanting to get a Real Truck to pull a heavy trailer A couple years ago I was sorta drooling over the fiber optic construction outfit's C4500 flatbed. I think they said it had a 6.0 gas in it (same as I now have in my K2500HD WT). Of course I was also drooling over their JD-650 dozer. I really wanted to borrow it over the weekend while it was sitting at the end of my driveway __________________ Current/past Chevy/GMC trucks: 1958 Chevy C-60; 1965 GMC C-50; 1965 Chevy C-10; 1971 Chevy K-10; 1973 Chevy K-20; 1976 GMC C-20; 1977 Chevy C-10 Suburban; 1980 Chevy K-10; 1989 Chevy K1500; 1991 GMC V1500 Suburban; 2016 Chevy K2500 HD Other vehicles: 1988 Jeep XJ; 2011 Toyota 4Runner

11-15-2020, 08:04 PM	#9
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,484	Re: Anyone in here own a Yak Picked her up on Halloween in NY, 850 miles each direction, got home to TN early on the 1st. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME Attached Images __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

11-16-2020, 07:07 AM	#10
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: Anyone in here own a Yak I saw where you had a haul. How do you like it at work? __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

11-18-2020, 07:23 AM	#11
Bigdually Registered User Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: Elizabeth WV Posts: 168	Re: Anyone in here own a Yak That is a beautiful truck, a local guy had one just like it in white for a long time, he hotshotted campers and loved it, swore he'd never have a regular pickup again. __________________ 2.5 Ton Pickup Build: 1989 GMC 6000 Pickup/Toy Conversion

11-19-2020, 08:10 AM	#13
sweetk30 Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: horseheads,ny rust belt Posts: 2,794	Re: Anyone in here own a Yak You buy that from the med duty dealer up in cortland ny ? There if s a guy who is always selling med duty clean trucks . And killer looking ride __________________ 77-k30lb BIG truck build . 87-k30lb budget beater build . 85-k30lb the plow machine build . 85-c10sb summer fun toy . ----------------------------- HOLLEY SNIPER efi = worst case of p.i.t.a i ever had . EDELBROCK pro flo 4 = best deal going so far . love my setup works great.

09-03-2021, 06:20 AM	#15
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,484	Re: Anyone in here own a Yak Been awhile, need to update my post. Had a 5 year ceramic coating done, some paint correction, all the diamond plate polished, and also the wheels. Not to shabby looking for a vehicle that has just turned 15. *I have since replaced all those step pads on it also. Took the poor detail guy close to a week and 1/2 Attached Images __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

09-03-2021, 07:54 AM	#16
CarolinaHD Moderator Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Cabarrus Posts: 417	Re: Anyone in here own a Yak Man that is a beautiful truck and that paint looks showroom new now! __________________ Alex 1967 C50 292ci Lumber truck 1967 C50 292ci Dump truck 1967 C60 366ci Fire truck

09-05-2021, 10:28 PM	#18
cornerstone Registered User Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Azle,Texas Posts: 2,248	Re: Anyone in here own a Yak Great. Now I want one. Any under the hood shots? __________________ Brian 1972 C10, "Loyd", LWB to SWB, 5.3, L83/6L80e, 4:11 Tru Trac, Air Ride, VA, DD, 20" Coys, 4 wheel disc, A quick LS swap turned into a 6 year frame off resto-mod.

09-30-2021, 06:21 PM	#20
jumpsoffrock Registered User Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: California Posts: 968	Re: Anyone in here own a Yak So is the engine serviced like a van, from inside the cab?

11-14-2021, 07:47 AM	#22
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,484	Re: Anyone in here own a Yak All cleaned up the other day Attached Images __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

11-15-2021, 12:40 AM	#23
Bob B. Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,351	Re: Anyone in here own a Yak That's a real nice one! Friend of mine picked up a 'Super-C' Kodiak motorhome last year. They still go for good money. __________________ 1967 GMC CM-2500 Camper Cruiser, 351E V-6, NP 435 4 speed, Dana 60, and factory A/C. 2012 GMC K-3500 WT regular cab, 6.0L Vortec, 6L90.



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11-19-2021, 06:55 AM	#25
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: Anyone in here own a Yak Do you still call it The Luv Shack or is it now the Yak Shack? __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

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