{"product_id":"egr-delete-kit-valve-cooler-for-2004-5-2005-chevy-gmc-silverado-sierra-2500-3500-lly-6-6-duramax","title":"2004-2005 6.6L Chevy GMC Duramax LLY Diesel EGR Delete Kit","description":"\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFITMENT\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2004.5-2005 6.6L Chevrolet Silverado Duramax LLY 2500HD \/ 3500 HD.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2004.5-2005 6.6L GMC Sierra \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDuramax LLY 2500HD \/ 3500 HD.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe 2004.5–2005 LLY Duramax is a legendary powerhouse, but it has one glaring Achilles' heel: the factory EGR system.By design, the EGR forces hot, carbon-heavy exhaust soot back into your clean intake tract to be re-burned.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver time, this thick, abrasive sludge restricts airflow, robs you of power, and increases engine operating temperatures. Worse yet, the factory EGR cooler is notorious for leaking coolant, which frequently mimics or causes catastrophic head gasket failures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned to completely replace the failure-prone EGR valve and cooler, this kit ensures your Duramax breathes nothing but cool, clean air. It’s the ultimate preventative maintenance upgrade for your daily driver, heavy hauler, or work truck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"4ever-article\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-type=\"text\"\u003e\u003cspan data-type=\"leaf\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAircraft-Grade 7075-T6 Aluminum: CNC-machined from ultra-tough billet aluminum and paired with a high-temp silicone hose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrop Your EGTs \u0026amp; Coolant Temps: By completely eliminating the EGR cooler, you stop recycling hot exhaust gases. Your engine runs cooler, relieving stress on your radiator and cooling system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstant Throttle Response: Rerouting your intake airflow removes the massive factory restriction. Enjoy quicker turbo spool-up and crisper, lag-free acceleration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoost Fuel Economy: Let your engine run at peak thermodynamic efficiency. Better airflow means less wasted fuel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBulletproof Reliability: No EGR means zero chance of coolant leaking into your cylinders or soot choking out your intake valves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the difference between this \"High-Flow Elbow Kit\" and standard EGR Delete Kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The standard kit just blocks the EGR; your stock, restrictive intake piping stays.This \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www..com\/products\/egr-delete-kit-high-flow-intake-elbow-tube-kit-for-6-6l-duramax-chevy-gmc-sierra-2500-3500-2004-2005\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"High-Flow Kit\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHigh-Flow Kit\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ereplaces the entire factory elbow with a smooth, open pipe. By deleting the bulky throttle valve, it increases airflow by 80% for much better throttle response and boost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Do I need to remove the intake manifold (Y-bridge) to install this kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. Unlike later LBZ\/LMM engines where the EGR is highly accessible, the LLY's EGR cooler is buried directly beneath the intake Y-bridge,You must remove the Y-bridge to reach and extract the cooler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Which of the two kits is right for my truck?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Choose the Standard Kit if you want a budget-friendly way to prevent cooler\/head gasket issues while keeping stock airflow.Choose the High-Flow Kit if you tow heavy or run aggressive tunes; it maximizes performance, turbo spool-up, and EGT reduction by fully optimizing your intake path.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"True American Diesel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47118861992124,"sku":"ER-0028","price":139.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/4101\/8044\/files\/1_78b2e327-ff91-4258-852f-1962df47f962.jpg?v=1786464385","url":"https:\/\/trueamericandiesel.com\/products\/egr-delete-kit-valve-cooler-for-2004-5-2005-chevy-gmc-silverado-sierra-2500-3500-lly-6-6-duramax","provider":"TrueAmericanDiesel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}