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6.2 owners
Now that they have been out a bit I would like some info on the new 6.2. On the fence for my next lease, kinda need a sd but 150 will do what I need but had a 15 diesel and loved it but really don't want another. I get it's a sd but is the lighter version a little more fun to drive? Power? Etc
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I heard if you do decide to get a 6.2 you want to get it with the new transmission which is basically the same one as the 150 just beefed up. Supposed to get better mpg and supposedly it gets more power to the ground. And what I've seen from owners they are avg 14-15 mpg, some worst some claim more but about the same as the 11-16 owners.
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Now that they have been out a bit I would like some info on the new 6.2. On the fence for my next lease, kinda need a sd but 150 will do what I need but had a 15 diesel and loved it but really don't want another. I get it's a sd but is the lighter version a little more fun to drive? Power? Etc
while the 6.2L left me looking like this: 
.The 6.2L does sound awesome though. But if you don't need a diesel, I wouldn't pay the extra $$$ and deal with the regens and hassles of a diesel.
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I am completely satisfied with the 6.2. That being said, I do not drive my giant pick up truck aggressively. While I would not classify this truck as "fun to drive" I would classify it as satisfying to drive. My Mustang is "fun to drive", I don't think the super duty was designed to be fun, it is a little heavy for that.
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Yea I loved my 15 but didn't use it vs the cost. Was a blast to drive though, need more payload than a f150 can give me for towing. I'm right at if not a hair over on my current truck and would like the piece of mind in the safety dept. thinking. 6.2 platty 4.30 rear to spice it up some if I go that route. Had a water scare that my dealer really really took care of me on and just scares me now moving forward with a diesel.
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From: NH
Its funny how diesel people complain that the 6.2L is not fun to drive and not fast. It is about half a second slower to 60mph than the 250 diesel and about the same to 60 as a 350 dually diesel. It sounds utterly glorious winding up and pulling hard, with the additional benefit of a guttural bark at startup.
Having owned both, the biggest difference is when pulling a heavy load. The diesel might click down one gear and boost will build...engine tone barely changes. The gas truck will click down several gears and engine tone will drastically rise. The 6.2L will also use more fuel.
The bottom line is that the 6.2L is a very solid engine with virtually no maintenance or repair concern, and has been known to run very high mileages. Coupled with 4.30 gears, it will get the job done just fine if you are looking to save money or simply avoid the diesel.
Having owned both, the biggest difference is when pulling a heavy load. The diesel might click down one gear and boost will build...engine tone barely changes. The gas truck will click down several gears and engine tone will drastically rise. The 6.2L will also use more fuel.
The bottom line is that the 6.2L is a very solid engine with virtually no maintenance or repair concern, and has been known to run very high mileages. Coupled with 4.30 gears, it will get the job done just fine if you are looking to save money or simply avoid the diesel.
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The 6.2, especially with the new transmission, does indeed sound wonderful. In fact, if you are one of those "I'm buying a 5.0 F150 for the sound" folks, you might as well upgrade because in audio joy the 6.2 is fab. It is certainly a higher RPM power band than the 6.7. Go for 4.30 gears to max the fun though. And the initial $8k saving and lower long term cost of ownership can buy you a hopped up SN95 Stang if you need to pull out the big guns in a speed race.
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We just ordered a new F350 with the 6.2L gas engine. It's fitted with the heavy-duty 6R140 auto trans and a 3.73 rear. We drove this combo last last week and were very impressed with the drivetrain performance.
I gather Ford started using the 6.2 two-valve V8 in the SD's in 2011. Key ratings for the 2017 model year are 385 HP and 430 lb-ft torque, the latter up by 25 from last year. Ford has certified the engine to run on minimum 87 AKI- or E85 fuel. The OM includes the following statements on page 184:
The F350's 6.2 gas engine is fitted with the "TorqShift" six-speed 6R140 AT. Its fundamental architecture is the same as the 6R140 used with the 6.7L diesel, but there are some differences. For example, from the 2017 Super Duty brochure, page 8:
The 2017 F250 6.2 gas engine is fitted with the "TorqShift-G" six-speed 6R100 AT.
Lots of really good specs and info are available here.
We are really looking forward to enjoying our new F350!
HTH,
Jim / crewzer
I gather Ford started using the 6.2 two-valve V8 in the SD's in 2011. Key ratings for the 2017 model year are 385 HP and 430 lb-ft torque, the latter up by 25 from last year. Ford has certified the engine to run on minimum 87 AKI- or E85 fuel. The OM includes the following statements on page 184:
Some fuel stations, particularly those in high altitude areas, offer fuels posted as regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating below 87. We do not recommend these fuels.
For best overall vehicle and engine performance, premium fuel with an octane rating of 91 or higher is recommended. The performance gained by using premium fuel is most noticeable in hot weather as well as other conditions, for example when towing a trailer.
For best overall vehicle and engine performance, premium fuel with an octane rating of 91 or higher is recommended. The performance gained by using premium fuel is most noticeable in hot weather as well as other conditions, for example when towing a trailer.
Sinter-Brazed Pinion Carriers help manage the diesel’s extreme low-end torque, as well as the high shift speeds of the gas engine. When teamed with a gasoline engine, the transmission features up to 4-pinion front carriers and 6-pinion rear. Diesel models feature up to 6-pinion carriers in front andup to 8-pinion carriers in the rear.
Lots of really good specs and info are available here.
We are really looking forward to enjoying our new F350!
HTH,
Jim / crewzer
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I'm very pleased with the sound of the 6.2L motor. I haven't had a gas truck in 16 years and I love the sound of this year's gasser. It purrs, burbles, and roars when you want it. Cruising at 70 mph, you can't even hear the motor. Performance-wise, it is a truck. Still, I was shocked at how hard the vehicle will accelerate. The 4.30 gears makes driving in the city fun. The truck is always willing to create speed in short order.
I love the truck! The only thing it can't pass is a gas station.
The best you can do for yourself is to drive the trucks back to back and decide which one fits you.
I love the truck! The only thing it can't pass is a gas station.
The best you can do for yourself is to drive the trucks back to back and decide which one fits you.
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We only have about 500 miles on our 6.2 so far. So my direct experience of ownership is short.. but a buddy has the engine in his work truck (HVAC Company owner) it has over 6000 hours on it, never a single issue beyond standard maint. His personal truck has been a 350 diesel, he just ordered a new 250, 6.2.
So far, over 2 fill ups, hand calculated mileage is a hair over 12mpg, the truck hasn't been on the open highway yet. It does sound pretty good when you get on it, much like the 5.0 F150 my buddy has. I don't think I will ever drive it aggressively, we already own the previously mentioned SN95 that is.. as my wife puts it.. "completely stock from the wipers up.." LOL so when I need my eyeballs flattened, I pull that out.
So far, over 2 fill ups, hand calculated mileage is a hair over 12mpg, the truck hasn't been on the open highway yet. It does sound pretty good when you get on it, much like the 5.0 F150 my buddy has. I don't think I will ever drive it aggressively, we already own the previously mentioned SN95 that is.. as my wife puts it.. "completely stock from the wipers up.." LOL so when I need my eyeballs flattened, I pull that out.
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i have 1100 miles on my 6.2 and love it.....just traded in my 15 with the 6.7 and in the past i have had the 7.3 diesel......diesels are great if you need one......years ago i did a lot of plowing/firewood and hauling my 24 ft inclosed trailer.....i really dont need the diesel anymore....the 6.2 has all kinds of power and mileage wise its probably 2 miles to the gallon less......plus you dont have to pay the high price of diesel/exhaust fluid and 140 dollar oil changes.....if i want power i just jump into my 900 hp 68 hemi roadrunner
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i have 1100 miles on my 6.2 and love it.....just traded in my 15 with the 6.7 and in the past i have had the 7.3 diesel......diesels are great if you need one......years ago i did a lot of plowing/firewood and hauling my 24 ft inclosed trailer.....i really dont need the diesel anymore....the 6.2 has all kinds of power and mileage wise its probably 2 miles to the gallon less......plus you dont have to pay the high price of diesel/exhaust fluid and 140 dollar oil changes.....if i want power i just jump into my 900 hp 68 hemi roadrunner
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I went with the 6.2 after 30 years with the F250 diesels. I don't tow heavy loads and just didn't like what they have been doing to the diesels since my 2001 Powerstroke. I knew I would take a beating on economy but with the cost to get into a diesel I figured it would be a long time before I was actually losing money on fuel. I am getting about 16 MPG on the highway about 14 MPG in town and about 9-10 towing with the 6.2. It has plenty of power but it isn't a diesel.
That said, if I towed more or heavier loads I would not have felt like I had a choice but to stay with the diesel.
That said, if I towed more or heavier loads I would not have felt like I had a choice but to stay with the diesel.