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Old Dec 1, 2012 | 05:49 PM
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7.3 VS 6.0

I am pulling a 17 ft enclosed trailer. I need to buy a 3/4 or 1 ton truck to pull it. What would work better the 7.3 or the 6.0? I am looking at a truck between a 99 - 03 f series models. I plan on chipping for increased power and fuel economy. Thanks
 
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Old Dec 1, 2012 | 06:22 PM
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I have owned both and both have been good to me. However, I would not have bought a 2003 6.0 in 2003 so I certainly wouldn't do it in 2012. In addition, I personally would not chip a 6.0 regardless of the year.

If you want to do some customization, the 7.3 is the way to go.
 
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Old Dec 1, 2012 | 06:40 PM
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I'm a 7.3 fan and pull stuff. I agree if your set on only up to 03 I would stick to the 7.3 for sure. Personally I would only get the last two years of the 6.0's if I were to get one.
 
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Old Dec 1, 2012 | 10:51 PM
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I'd buy a 6.0.
 
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Thanks guys, I've decided to go with a 7.3. Just found a nice 2001! You were all stating what I was thinking. Thanks for the confirmation!
 
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