I currently have a 2007 F350 crew with V10 (my 2nd one) . It only has 38,000 miles on it. It is starting to need a few things. The rear dust shield are rusted out causing the parking brake to rub. The rear drivers side caliper is rubbing . There is a small area on the bed where the paint is failing. My biggest concern is the rust on the undercarriage. Its not so bad that I'm concerned about the frame. I am wondering about brackets, brake lines, body mounts, bed cross rails.
The other day I was ready get a new truck. Today I'm ready to dive in and start working on the truck. I don't have a garage but I do have limited access to my friend sign shop.

I guess I'm wondering if anyone else has dove in and if you had any regrets.
TIA

 

You would probably consider my 99 with 143k worn out and ready to be scrapped.

Seems like all that could be fixed in a weekend, I'd keep the v10, especially if it's paid for.

 

I bought an F250 with a 6.2L about 3 months ago. I love the truck and think it was a great choice for me. I was a little surprised that the truck likes to run at higher RPMs than I'm used too. I did a little research and it seems that was how the 6.2 was designed. I just roled 9000 miles and still like my decision. I would buy another.

 

i have a 6.2 and a 2006 v-10 and you will like 6.2 better, it pulls a lil better and gets a lil better mpg

 

I would think about the 6.2. It's an incredibly reliable motor. Better pulling power and mpg's than the v10. It likes to rev a bit but that's ok. 385HP 405TQ.

2015 f350 XLT 4x4 6.2 CCLB 3:73's

 

i say get a new truck...

how much you want for your old one??? 😎

 

Keep the V10, I made the mistake of buying a 6.2.

 

With only 38,000 miles your truck is practically brand new! I'm kind of curious as to the conditions that you drive to cause the rust????? I have over 100k on my 06 with very little rust anywhere on the truck and they Love the icemelt in Iowa in the winter.

 

For 10% of the price of a new truck, put your truck in a reputable shop and get it all fixed up with warrantee. Keep your hands clean and keep it another 6 years.

 

hahaa, the 6.2 vs 6.8 For the third time this week.. I'm hittin' the bench for this one!

 

I recently let my 02 V10 with near 200K on it go; mechanically it was fine, cosmetically it was blemished. Why? Because I was tired of the manual windows, door locks and mirrors, the med size cab (for my dogs) and the short bed (towing 5th wheel).

I went from no payments to $600 month for 5 (or 6?) years. Now that the shock is over I'm happy with my decision.

If those listed items are your only concerns I'd suggest fixing them; if, like me, there are other concerns then get to your local dealer and help the economy grow. The next owner of yours will be a happy fellow.

 

Thanks for the replies so far. I was just outside so I snapped a couple of quick pics.











why don't they cap these bed rails and have a couple of drain holes?





rear bed rail different angle





rear bed rail...worst one





under cab














under drivers seat





passenger side rocker panel?








Barnacle Bob's driveshaft

 

I hate rust. One of the reasons I keep buying new ones. That looks kind of like lot rot from parking on gravel or dirt.

 

Crazy rust for 38k. Rust is a never ending battle. I'd flog it and get a 6.2!

 

I live on a private road (1/2 dirt 1/2 paved) . I also don't have a garage and my truck is parked on dirt/gravel alot. I think that combined with the new brine spray they like to use on the roads the few years has taken its toll. My wife just got a new Explorer last year. This Fall I plan to spray it with Fluid Film