Emergency mechanical question.
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Tuned
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Emergency mechanical question.
Hey guys, I started installing more mods and cleaning up my baby (in the sig) only to find the body AND frame are in pretty bad shape with corrosion. I have a chance to buy a 2003 crew dually, with 4WD that has a blown .60 in it. I need to know (fairly quickly Im afraqid) if my 7.3 PSD will bolt right into this truck, or will I have drivetrain issues?
2003 F350 dually, 4WD w 6.0. Need to swap my 99.5 7.3PSD from 2WD.
Thanks much amigos!
2003 F350 dually, 4WD w 6.0. Need to swap my 99.5 7.3PSD from 2WD.
Thanks much amigos!
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Tuned
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I realize it is work. What I am looking for is will my motor bolt right to the trans in the 6.0? I don't know what tranny they put in those '03's. Anyone?
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Short answer no
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Tuned
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OK, thanks guys.
So, if I keep looking, the easiest switch will be for a straight swap? Going 99.5-03 7.3 for the same? The 2WD to 4WD should be no issue, right? My motor, interior, everything is good except body. I even found holes in the roof and corners above doors
Thanks for the answers.
So, if I keep looking, the easiest switch will be for a straight swap? Going 99.5-03 7.3 for the same? The 2WD to 4WD should be no issue, right? My motor, interior, everything is good except body. I even found holes in the roof and corners above doors
Thanks for the answers.
Hook it, I'll pull it.
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No problem with the engine switch from a 2wd to a 4wd, but the trans will need new output shafts to work on a 4wd if from a 2wd.
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OK, thanks again Rick. I am hoping to pick up something with a good trans anyway, so hopefully it'll just be the engine swap. Appreciate the input anyway.
The 03 I was looking at with a flatbed just sold for a hair over 4k.
The 03 I was looking at with a flatbed just sold for a hair over 4k.
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I've tried before and my account for some reason doesn't allow me to. Either way, the rust isn't the only reason I want to change the chassis. I am considering making this a company truck/ TOY, rather than a TOY/ primary runner 
. I would put a flat or dump bed onto it and can much easier justify spending a few grand on a bulkier truck (350 - 550) that already has one. I could also use 4WD where I am now and then. I then wouldn't mind going from a crew to super cab, or even regular cab for the right truck, as I will HAVE to have a bigger second vehicle for the kids. My 2nd truck right now is a super cab Ranger and they have pretty much outgrown it....... I know, I had my 4yr old and three other girls going to a ballet class yesterday! 
. I would put a flat or dump bed onto it and can much easier justify spending a few grand on a bulkier truck (350 - 550) that already has one. I could also use 4WD where I am now and then. I then wouldn't mind going from a crew to super cab, or even regular cab for the right truck, as I will HAVE to have a bigger second vehicle for the kids. My 2nd truck right now is a super cab Ranger and they have pretty much outgrown it....... I know, I had my 4yr old and three other girls going to a ballet class yesterday!
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OK, one.....or maybe two last questions; (that isn't a promise, btw) 
If I am looking for a swapper, am I right to think I can change my engine directly into another '99.5-03 truck with gas or 7.3PSD? Is the tranny the same in the gassers?
Also, can I look at a 99.5 - 08 with a 6.0 in it if I put my engine and trans in? Or is the drivetrain different in the 6.0L? Would using my trans from a 2WD present any problems going to a 4WD? I have no idea of how the forward transfer case is picked up, is it the same trans again?
Thanks a lot for answering, and for ignoring my ignorance.
Cheers,
If I am looking for a swapper, am I right to think I can change my engine directly into another '99.5-03 truck with gas or 7.3PSD? Is the tranny the same in the gassers?
Also, can I look at a 99.5 - 08 with a 6.0 in it if I put my engine and trans in? Or is the drivetrain different in the 6.0L? Would using my trans from a 2WD present any problems going to a 4WD? I have no idea of how the forward transfer case is picked up, is it the same trans again?
Thanks a lot for answering, and for ignoring my ignorance.
Cheers,
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