I am new to the diesel (and the forum) world so please be patient with me. I am interested in a diesel 3/4 ton pickup to tow my 8000# camper. I have an F-150 now with the 5.4L and when I tow I get about 8MPG. Not to mention any incline or hill in the road is like hitting a brick wall. The truck I was looking @ is a '03 3/4 ton crew cab 4x4 with 180,000 miles on a 6.0L PSD. The truck is imaculate and the previous owner states he never towed with it. He is asking $10500 for the truck. Shoud I be concerned about this many miles? If so what should I be concerned about? Any information would be greatly appreciated.
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ptraver,
i personally wouldn't buy something with that many miles but that is just me and my preference. you might want to post that in it's own thread and let others chime in on what they think!
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MBRP 4" T-409 turbo back w/cat delete
autometer Phantom II Pyro, 0-60 boost and tranny temp gauges
SCT Xcal3 w/custom tunes
I'm looking at buying a 2004 F-250 with the 6.0 to pull my travel trailer. Am I crazy to buy the 6.0 or should I try to fing an older 7.3? I have heard a lot of folks say you don't want the 6.0 diesel. Please send me any information that you have on the 6.0. jagfrick@bellsouth.net
Could I get a copy please? I'm seriously considering a 6.0L F-250 to replace my Expedition.
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Thank you!
They've been sent.
I have a guide in one of my spreadsheets for buying a used 6.0L (tips to find a good one). Buying a used 6.0L can be a VERY good deal. They do have some weaknesses that require some specific maintenance. If you do not want to spend any time doing preventative maintenance, then you should look for another vehicle IMO. I am partial to the 2006's and up due to the improvements that were periodically introduced. They also tend to have warranty left. Some of the improvements probably reduced power, maybe even reduced a little fuel economy, but were meant for reliability.
There are MANY people driving 6.0L trucks without problems. I would not over value the threads on the problem trucks. No doubt there were problem trucks. No doubt some people abused their vehicles or failed to properly maintain them. Either way, "buying used" (and have some cash set aside to eventually install reliability mods) can be a way to get a VERY reliable, powerful, and enjoyable truck for way less than the $45k - $50k that some folks paid!.
Let me know if you need anything else.
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Just bought the truck, it won't start when it's warm. Run's and idles great but once it gets hot it won't start
It would be best to start a new thread on this. Once you do, you will get a ton more help. That being said, it sounds very much like a High Pressure Oil system issue (either the STC fitting or a leak somewhere else, or a pump issue).
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06 F250 CC SB ESOF FX4 Lariat 3.73LS 275/65R20; DieselSite Coolant Filter; High Idle Mod; HFCM Plug; Zoodad/Air Fury grill; Accufab Elbow; RACCCV6000 filter; JimmiJammers; Ravelco; SynchroMax in Transfer Case; Fumoto Valve; Harpooned fuel tank; Line-X; CPOhighway Products tool box; tracrac; Fox Weatherboots; Wet Okole Seat Covers; Stanadyne Performance & B2 for lubricity; PIE adapter (thanks Sarge); PIAA 24" wiper blades; updated EGR valve; BriteBox; Re-flashed; Fuel Pressure gauge; DashDaq on deck
__________________ "Ford, Because Driving A Chevy Will Give You Herpes"
2006 F-250 6.0L powerstroke cc 4X4 amarillo special edition
MBRP 4" T-409 turbo back w/cat delete
autometer Phantom II Pyro, 0-60 boost and tranny temp gauges
SCT Xcal3 w/custom tunes
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