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Old Dec 21, 2008 | 06:41 PM
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f250 help???

hello there, im new to diesel, i live in virginia, and i was thinking of getting a F250 Diesel 4x4 ext cab. I was wondering if you guys had any thoughts on this subject?? Is there a year people prefer? is there a engine that is more reliable then another? etc... any information you guys have on buying one would be great!!! how relaible are they? they ok in the winter?? Im gonna be using it for mostly just driving to and from work every day and sometime towing a car trailer or towing tree stumps and limousines. Please let me know what you think, i defenatly want a ford over a chevy or gmc. Thanks for your help!!
 
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Welcome to FTE alex. If you're interested in a 7.3, you've come to the right place. Here's a link of what to look at when buying one of these trucks. https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/5...questions.html

As far as reliable? Find one that's been taken care of. We have several members here with over 300,000 miles. Any questions you may have, don't be afraid to ask.
 
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