I've got a 2006 F350 6.0
I bought it new, always been stock, currently have 320,000 miles on it still running. Never had any major issues with her.
Mainly tow 30 ft horse trailer. Like the truck but it has high miles and i'm starting to see a little blowback.
I hate to give what they want for a new truck. Was thinking of having motor replaced.
Has anyone done this? and were you happy with it?
I know it would depend a lot on who does the work. I'm in south Florida, anybody know of a good shop in Florida that they would recommend?
Or should I just look for a new truck?
thoughts

 

If you do the engine, do the tranny as well..... while it's out go through the entire brake system and front suspension, power steering, etc.... then you own't be dealing with the ... I should have replaced this or fix-it items every other month down the road.

 

agreed, I would replace tranny also.

 

That is a decision only YOU can make. Take into consideration the vehicle is now 17 model years old with high mileage. In its current state, it really isn't worth a whole lot of money. An engine replacement alone, is likely going to cost more than the truck's current book value. While such an investment would yield you with a refreshed engine (assuming a quality unit is installed, and the workmanship of the install matches the quality of the unit installed), the rest of the vehicle's age and mileage still remains the same. Also take into consideration that parts to keep up with routine maintenance become more difficult to obtain as they become obsolete. And as already been mentioned above, the further need to deal with frequent repairs will now put you into the territory where getting into a newer truck would likely have been more cost effective, once you combine the total cost of the engine replacement along with all the other needs.

The 6.7 trucks have been overall far more reliable than the 6.0/6.4 trucks they replaced beginning back in 2011. They are still using that engine on today's current trucks. That should tell you something. Without ever having any experience with towing, I can confidently tell you that 6.7 truck will tow your 30 foot horse trailer way more pleasantly than your 2006 6.0 truck. Ford really did hit a home run when they introduced it.

 

As much as I loved my two 6.0 trucks...m-chan makes a VERY valid point. Quality replacement parts are going to start getting hard to come by as these trucks age, It sounds like you got a good truck and have taken very good care of it if you haven't had major issues with injectors/turbos and haven't blown a head gasket in over 300k. Which is something I've always lived by - take care of it and it'll take care of you.

I would actually advise against replacing or rebuilding the motor, mostly because there aren't many shops out there that will do quality work, and if they replace it with a Jasper engine the truck won't last very long (ask me about my FIL's 6.4 that blew up after 13k miles and how Jasper only puts a 12k warranty on them). If you don't have the ability to do it yourself or don't live by a top-notch shop, I wouldn't waste the time. There's a place in Georgia that has a LOT of experience with 6.0's, and has done a LOT of youtube videos on them, but I can't recall their name or where in Georgia they are. At least I think it's Georgia....

Something else to note is that you could get into a newer truck that will still pull your horse trailer great without buying a new diesel - look into a 7.3 gasser if you can find one. It's got more horsepower and IIRC about the same torque as a 6.0, so your tow experience would actually end up being about the same, maybe more comfortable. That SHOULD (today's prices are kinda crazy in the used market) cut about 8k off the price immediately versus a 6.7 truck.

Just a little food for thought.

 

Why not do a cummings swap, cheaper/more reliable/ stronger/no emissions crap

 

Oh God not another Cummins swap preacher. And it's CUMMINS, not "Cummings".

The cost and headache involved with such a project is likely not very practical or even cost effective for that matter, since the OP's intended use is going to be for towing five days per week, and likely racking up miles.

Such a "project" would likely be better suited for someone to subject to occasional use as well as someone with the time, knowledge and patience to deal with the inevitable gremlins to deal with from time to time.

 

I owned and drove a 2007 F-250 which I purchased used, from September of 2011 to around July of 2015. My wife was actually the one who wanted me to buy a 6.0 truck. In those years of owning it, I stockpiled a bunch of parts, EGR cooler, EGR valve, oil cooler, head gaskets and even a FICM just to name some. When I sold it, I ended up needing NONE of the parts. I ended up selling the parts off slowly after unloading my 6.0, while I awaited the arrival of my special ordered 2016 F-250 6.7 to replace it with, which eventually arrived after two months from putting the order in. I have since sold that truck and now driving a 2021 and loving it.

And you would be far from the first person to advise and installing any remanufactured engine from Jasper. From my readings of the products put out by them, I would be inclined to agree. About the guy from Georgia, that would be Bill Hewitt. He has been known to spew out some misinformation as well so I wouldn't trust everything he says 100%.

I'm pretty sure a gas truck will get the job done as intended for the OP's use. However, it'll get the job done at slightly higher engine RPMs than a diesel will during highway runs. If the OP can live with that, then a gas truck would definitely be a worthy consideration.

 

As I have an 02 7.3L in prime condition. 99k miles and looks new.
I would spend any amount to repair it. I love my 7.3 in everyway and not because its the best. But its best for me and it has sentimental value

I have no experience to speak on the gas versions.

on a 6.0 and 6.4 you really need to think long and hard. ( Spoiler 6.7 is best bet)
Putting in a "stock" engine would not be value packed for your money.
You would want a 6.0 with mods. and thatll add even more $$. A 6.0 with proper upgrades will give you a decent solution.

The issue is the 6.0 and 6.4 will not hold the same value as the 7.3 or 6.7. Most steer away from those trucks if they have any knowledge.
They are great for some one who is doing their own work. As the maintenance on the will be more.

The 7.3 is not fast or strongest. but it is easier to work on and NO pollution stuff.

If your outsourcing the work. then a 6.7 would probably be best. and itll hold value better than 6.0 & 6.4