I've heard nothing but malware about the 6 liter diesel... I've got one of the last 7.3 non turbo made.. 236,000 m. on it now, and still running fine, no smoke yet. Had some injector issues, but new Delphi injectors are cheap...and work fine..

My all time favorite Ford motor is the 300 IL Six, with a carb. I have had my '67 for 44 years, and finally put a rebuilt motor in 3 years ago. Found a long block in San Diego for $750.. can't beat that for another 40 years, with any motor made. Not a racer, but Clifford Performance can fix the pony's some for a few bucks. My money is on the 300 IL for the long run. If you really want to go fast, buy an airplane..

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