Please Read this OASIS Report...
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: May 2013
Posts: 4
Likes: 0
Please Read this OASIS Report...
So I'm back in the market for another Excursion... this time a diesel. Can't do a gasser anymore because the 7-8 mpg were killing me at the pump and my wallet!
http://www.allenpix.com/erik/boards/...asisreport.jpg
http://www.allenpix.com/erik/boards/...report_pg1.jpg
http://www.allenpix.com/erik/boards/...report_pg2.jpg
http://www.allenpix.com/erik/boards/...report_pg3.jpg
I found a really nice PSD 6.0L, and all of the "problems" that people talk about scare the crap out of me. I had my local Ford dealer pull the OASIS report for me and email it. I have no clue what to look for... can you all help? Does this X sound ok or do you think the problems are just around the corner? No rants from 7.3L nuts please... just some unbiased opinions please.
TRUCK FOR SALE:
2003 Ford Excursion 6.0L
97,780 miles
Dash mounted EDGE controller
Cold Air Intake
Exhaust
AMP boards
8" lift
37" tires
20" wheels
DVD/TV/NAV
http://www.allenpix.com/erik/boards/...asisreport.jpg
http://www.allenpix.com/erik/boards/...report_pg1.jpg
http://www.allenpix.com/erik/boards/...report_pg2.jpg
http://www.allenpix.com/erik/boards/...report_pg3.jpg
I found a really nice PSD 6.0L, and all of the "problems" that people talk about scare the crap out of me. I had my local Ford dealer pull the OASIS report for me and email it. I have no clue what to look for... can you all help? Does this X sound ok or do you think the problems are just around the corner? No rants from 7.3L nuts please... just some unbiased opinions please.
TRUCK FOR SALE:
2003 Ford Excursion 6.0L
97,780 miles
Dash mounted EDGE controller
Cold Air Intake
Exhaust
AMP boards
8" lift
37" tires
20" wheels
DVD/TV/NAV
Wiser by FTE
Joined: Jan 2010
Posts: 2,837
Likes: 48
Welcome to the ford truck forum!
The edge controller is a tuner or gauge? the cold air intakes are usually worse that the stock air cleaner. You need to bring a diesel mechanic with you or lean what to look for on this forum. You need a digital gauge that plugs into the diagnostic port. scangauge, edge insight or if you use a smart phone torque app for android or dash boss for apple. These $5.00 apps need a bluetooth dongle ($25-$50) that plugs into you diagnostics port, then you can check the health of your engine.
The edge controller is a tuner or gauge? the cold air intakes are usually worse that the stock air cleaner. You need to bring a diesel mechanic with you or lean what to look for on this forum. You need a digital gauge that plugs into the diagnostic port. scangauge, edge insight or if you use a smart phone torque app for android or dash boss for apple. These $5.00 apps need a bluetooth dongle ($25-$50) that plugs into you diagnostics port, then you can check the health of your engine.
Last edited by Curt's05; May 15, 2013 at 08:49 PM. Reason: add line
Certified Thread Hijacker
Joined: Aug 2001
Posts: 14,441
Likes: 59
You need a digital gauge that plugs into the diagnostic port. scangauge, edge insight or if you use a smart phone torque app for android or dash boss for apple. These $5.00 apps need a bluetooth dongle ($25-$50) that plugs into you diagnostics port, then you can check the health of your engine.
Josh
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: May 2013
Posts: 4
Likes: 0
The ad says "The dash mounted EDGE controller can dial in some extra "oomph" when you need it, or fuel economy when you don't"
The guy has agreed to a full pre-sale inspection, which is always a good sign. Let's me know that he has nothing to hide.
When I asked the dealer for an OASIS report... this is all I got. I would assume that they would know what they're doing?
The guy has agreed to a full pre-sale inspection, which is always a good sign. Let's me know that he has nothing to hide.
When I asked the dealer for an OASIS report... this is all I got. I would assume that they would know what they're doing?
Hotshot
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 19,055
Likes: 235
From: Saratoga Springs,UT
This^^^
A GAUGE setup theres a couple others to SGII at autozone
Seen afew of these come threw lately folks bought and the trucks broke down with the first 2 weeks of going to the new Owner
Id have to think around 85% of them the previous owner KNEW it had Problems and dumped it into someone elses Lap and didnt say a Word about it
So you need a Gauge and More Important you need to know what the Numbers mean and the correct way to get the numbers
Best thing you could do if your Buying it fast is Find someone here that knows a 6.0L or Find a Good Shop that knows them have them inspect.
And NOT all Mechanics are Good with these I saw a Poor Guy Dump $$5000.00$$ trying to fix one and still had the problem after all that money Saw it yesterday so
Trending Topics
Certified Thread Hijacker
Joined: Aug 2001
Posts: 14,441
Likes: 59
The ad says "The dash mounted EDGE controller can dial in some extra "oomph" when you need it, or fuel economy when you don't"
The guy has agreed to a full pre-sale inspection, which is always a good sign. Let's me know that he has nothing to hide.
When I asked the dealer for an OASIS report... this is all I got. I would assume that they would know what they're doing?
The guy has agreed to a full pre-sale inspection, which is always a good sign. Let's me know that he has nothing to hide.
When I asked the dealer for an OASIS report... this is all I got. I would assume that they would know what they're doing?
Looks like nobody clicked that and printed it out for you.
Josh
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies
Joe Kucinski
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!
Joe Kucinski
Postmaster
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 3,956
Likes: 6
From: Abilene, Texas
By the way, IMO I wouldn't buy a 6.0 that has had an edge programer on it. That's a big sign of the previous owner didn't know what he was doing. Spend some time researching on here about the 6.0 and you will see why I say that. There are good performance mods you can do then there are bad ones.
Mountain Pass
Joined: Jul 2009
Posts: 234
Likes: 4
From: Northern Colorado
I would be worried between that CAI and the Edge controller that they likely haven't put much consideration for the long term survival of this truck, and only wanted to do the flashy and more power mods. Unless you get this smoking cheap, I would be more worried about any impending repair costs than the cost-per-mile difference between your current gasser and this particular diesel.
You should find the most reputible diesel shop in your area to do a thorough inspection (In my area it costs about $140 for a full inspection from any of the shops) and possibly post to your local area and see if any of the more experienced members is willing to help.
You should find the most reputible diesel shop in your area to do a thorough inspection (In my area it costs about $140 for a full inspection from any of the shops) and possibly post to your local area and see if any of the more experienced members is willing to help.
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: Aug 2012
Posts: 1,760
Likes: 21
Correct, they need to click "click here for full warranty report". I had a few dealers give me the cover page. I sent them back to do it again.
This is what it should look like.
.
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: May 2013
Posts: 4
Likes: 0
Thanks for your help guys... I sent a request back to my Ford contact this morning in hopes that he re-runs the report and send me the whole thing.
I have no problem paying for a full inspection... it'd be a small price to pay to have piece of mind. The guy has the truck for sale for $18,250... which I feel is pretty high. It has less on it than my V10 gasser X and it took me 6 months to sell it and I only got $9,750 for it. I figure if I can get it for around $14,000, it might not be a bad deal. Not sure if he would go for it, but I'd be OK with walking.
What do you all think?
I have no problem paying for a full inspection... it'd be a small price to pay to have piece of mind. The guy has the truck for sale for $18,250... which I feel is pretty high. It has less on it than my V10 gasser X and it took me 6 months to sell it and I only got $9,750 for it. I figure if I can get it for around $14,000, it might not be a bad deal. Not sure if he would go for it, but I'd be OK with walking.
What do you all think?
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: May 2013
Posts: 4
Likes: 0
OK... the rest of the OASIS report came back (new pages added to original post). Lots more information... let me know what you all think.
http://www.allenpix.com/erik/boards/...report_pg1.jpg
http://www.allenpix.com/erik/boards/...report_pg2.jpg
http://www.allenpix.com/erik/boards/...report_pg3.jpg
Now I'm no mechanic... but reading about all of these problems has turned me off to this rig. Am I reading this thins wrong or should I indeed walk away from this one?
http://www.allenpix.com/erik/boards/...report_pg1.jpg
http://www.allenpix.com/erik/boards/...report_pg2.jpg
http://www.allenpix.com/erik/boards/...report_pg3.jpg
Now I'm no mechanic... but reading about all of these problems has turned me off to this rig. Am I reading this thins wrong or should I indeed walk away from this one?
Lead Driver
Joined: Apr 2003
Posts: 9,965
Likes: 1
From: H-town, MN
All depends on how it was driven with the tuner. It looks like it has spent some time in the shop. I would say low ball him and if he doesn't accept keep looking.
I am sure Benny will disagree but I would steer clear of '03 6.0L's. Just my two cents.
I am sure Benny will disagree but I would steer clear of '03 6.0L's. Just my two cents.