Longevity
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Longevity
I've been reading these for what feels like forever, knowledge is power they say. If I have a late model 6.0, ' 05 or '06, and I do the basic bullet proofing
-EGR delete
-new oil cooler
-coolant filter
-blue spring
-run T6 rotella
-run diesel additive in every tank
-I'd probably run a 60 HP tow tune from innovative on an SCT
What kind of longevity should I see out of a 6.0? The amount of mileage people are getting out of their 6.0's seems to vary so greatly
-EGR delete
-new oil cooler
-coolant filter
-blue spring
-run T6 rotella
-run diesel additive in every tank
-I'd probably run a 60 HP tow tune from innovative on an SCT
What kind of longevity should I see out of a 6.0? The amount of mileage people are getting out of their 6.0's seems to vary so greatly
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I've been reading these for what feels like forever, knowledge is power they say. If I have a late model 6.0, ' 05 or '06, and I do the basic bullet proofing
-EGR delete
-new oil cooler
-coolant filter
-blue spring
-run T6 rotella
-run diesel additive in every tank
-I'd probably run a 60 HP tow tune from innovative on an SCT
What kind of longevity should I see out of a 6.0? The amount of mileage people are getting out of their 6.0's seems to vary so greatly
-EGR delete
-new oil cooler
-coolant filter
-blue spring
-run T6 rotella
-run diesel additive in every tank
-I'd probably run a 60 HP tow tune from innovative on an SCT
What kind of longevity should I see out of a 6.0? The amount of mileage people are getting out of their 6.0's seems to vary so greatly
Longevity depends on what the previous owner did as far as maintenance. I won't be doing my oil cooler until it is time. Same with the EGR Cooler/EGR delete. You could get lucky, you could be unlucky. Right now I just had to order a new radiator for my truck. Went with an all aluminum from BPD after mine was leaking at the upper seam.
Running tunes, from what I have read, is what makes your truck no longer 'bulletproof'. That may or may not be a bad thing if you know how to work on these things. Maintenance, Maintenance, Maintenance. My stock 6.0 2WD gets 18.2mpg on average. The lie-o-meter says 19.1, but hand calculating gets me about a mile less per gallon.
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I was just reading the post from enduroman about being his 2nd oil cooler. He has a EGR delete, coolant filter, etc.... And now he is on his 2nd oil cooler and has a 24* delta. That's the kind of 6.0 nightmare that scares the crap out of me
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not as drastic but a simple Fuel Filter change cause me an extra 2hrs of work. the damn O-ring would go in place. eventually bought a new cap and ring.
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Some tunes can add power at LESS risk than with other tunes, but if you add power, you have more risk.
One exception might be an EGR delete tune (ie a tune for ONLY compensating for a deleted EGR system). I have always wondered whether or not deleting the EGR system .... WITHOUT accounting for that change in the PCM programming ... actually increases your chances of head gasket lifting (what is its impact on timing and cylinder pressures, etc).
I would love to see what others think on the subject!
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I've been reading these for what feels like forever, knowledge is power they say. If I have a late model 6.0, ' 05 or '06, and I do the basic bullet proofing
-EGR delete
-new oil cooler
-coolant filter
-blue spring
-run T6 rotella
-run diesel additive in every tank
-I'd probably run a 60 HP tow tune from innovative on an SCT
What kind of longevity should I see out of a 6.0? The amount of mileage people are getting out of their 6.0's seems to vary so greatly
-EGR delete
-new oil cooler
-coolant filter
-blue spring
-run T6 rotella
-run diesel additive in every tank
-I'd probably run a 60 HP tow tune from innovative on an SCT
What kind of longevity should I see out of a 6.0? The amount of mileage people are getting out of their 6.0's seems to vary so greatly
You really do need gauges - including adding the sensors for fuel pressure and EGT's.
IMO a new owner should ALREADY have the basic add-on gauges (like what you get with a scangaugeII), because I do not think a person should buy a used 6.0L without monitoring some basic things - ESPECIALLY the ECT and EOT and the difference between the two!!!
The 05 and up systems have a weak HPO fittings. The STC fitting needs to be changed out and new dummy plugs and standpipes will improve reliability. Having the FICM "repaired" by FICMRepair.com will improve its reliability. Also - make sure you ALWAYS keep a healthy battery/charging system.
You had better develp a good maintenance program - proper filters, proper fluids, proper intervals. This includes the coolant.
Don't drive it hard until the engine has warmed up.
As far as injectors go, folks should not be surprised if they start having issues after 250k miles. If they go longer, then great! If they are taken care of, then 250k miles should be an average life IMO. When the time comes, a set of injectors are going to run you around $2500 in parts.
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Just an opinion based on lists of other people's experiences, but running tunes with the original TTY head bolts is asking for trouble.
In injectors, run additive in every tank should keep the injectors happy.
The 6.0 I'd s half million mile engine with all the uogrades done.
In injectors, run additive in every tank should keep the injectors happy.
The 6.0 I'd s half million mile engine with all the uogrades done.
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Right now mine is basically stock (one in signature) 260K miles right now, only thing major i have done is 2 Injectors and ICP/IPR. Will be doing the other 6 injectors tomorrow, and if I feel motivated I'm going to hollow out the cat. At this point in your trucks life I personally believe that its pretty much going to be electronics / sensors that give you issues as they get old. Maintenance is key, and don't abuse it with pulling contests and such.
Most importantlyENJOY YOUR TRUCK!
Most importantly
ENJOY YOUR TRUCK!
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I agree with Mark here. If I had to do it all over again, I would have purchased the ScanGaugeII and brought it with me when I went to look at potential trucks. That's the ONLY way anyone should buy one of these 6.0's. If you don't, you're risking spending a whole lot more money before you ever 'really' get to drive the truck! Especially if you are buying it for towing/hauling.
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There are TONS of threads on the subject for sure.
You really do need gauges - including adding the sensors for fuel pressure and EGT's.
IMO a new owner should ALREADY have the basic add-on gauges (like what you get with a scangaugeII), because I do not think a person should buy a used 6.0L without monitoring some basic things - ESPECIALLY the ECT and EOT and the difference between the two!!!
The 05 and up systems have a weak HPO fittings. The STC fitting needs to be changed out and new dummy plugs and standpipes will improve reliability. Having the FICM "repaired" by FICMRepair.com will improve its reliability. Also - make sure you ALWAYS keep a healthy battery/charging system.
You had better develp a good maintenance program - proper filters, proper fluids, proper intervals. This includes the coolant.
Don't drive it hard until the engine has warmed up.
As far as injectors go, folks should not be surprised if they start having issues after 250k miles. If they go longer, then great! If they are taken care of, then 250k miles should be an average life IMO. When the time comes, a set of injectors are going to run you around $2500 in parts.
You really do need gauges - including adding the sensors for fuel pressure and EGT's.
IMO a new owner should ALREADY have the basic add-on gauges (like what you get with a scangaugeII), because I do not think a person should buy a used 6.0L without monitoring some basic things - ESPECIALLY the ECT and EOT and the difference between the two!!!
The 05 and up systems have a weak HPO fittings. The STC fitting needs to be changed out and new dummy plugs and standpipes will improve reliability. Having the FICM "repaired" by FICMRepair.com will improve its reliability. Also - make sure you ALWAYS keep a healthy battery/charging system.
You had better develp a good maintenance program - proper filters, proper fluids, proper intervals. This includes the coolant.
Don't drive it hard until the engine has warmed up.
As far as injectors go, folks should not be surprised if they start having issues after 250k miles. If they go longer, then great! If they are taken care of, then 250k miles should be an average life IMO. When the time comes, a set of injectors are going to run you around $2500 in parts.
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Possibly the coolant flushing, I changed mine when doing the egr delete/studs/coolant filter. With my edge insight I can see the delta spread getting larger as the oil gets to end of life. I think digital gauges are as important as maintenance.
