Making the Switch to a 9 blade l5p turbo

If you've been chasing that iconic jet-engine scream for your truck, installing a 9 blade l5p turbo wheel is basically the holy grail for your Duramax. It's one of those modifications that bridges the gap between a stock daily driver and a custom-built performance machine. For years, guys running the older LB7 or LLY engines had all the fun when it came to turbo whistle, while the newer L5P trucks—despite being absolute powerhouses—sounded a bit more like a heavy-duty vacuum cleaner. That all changes once you swap out that factory turbine wheel. ...

February 9, 2026 · 6 min · Jolivet Jaqueline