2005 6 power stroke question
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2005 6 power stroke question
I'm looking at a 2005 f250 with a 6L it has 150000 miles. Was reading all the horror stories. Just wondering if the head gasket issue would have happend already if it was going to happen. He changed the oil every 4000 miles. The truck is in very good shape and has owned it since it was new with no major problems.
Thanks. I really want to stick with a ford
Thanks. I really want to stick with a ford
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That would be one of those crystal ball questions. You always take a chance on buying a used vehicle so look it over to the best of your ability or have a Ford mechanic run it through the shop, money well spent.
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Regardless of what past maintenance it had and shape it is in (assuming at least good),
Budget at least $5,000 in reserve for repairs / upgrades.
Ideally, a budget of $10,000 is sufficient to handle just about anything --- including a complete engine replacement with a used long block.
That way, no surprises would be a problem.
Budget at least $5,000 in reserve for repairs / upgrades.
Ideally, a budget of $10,000 is sufficient to handle just about anything --- including a complete engine replacement with a used long block.
That way, no surprises would be a problem.
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I'm looking at a 2005 f250 with a 6L it has 150000 miles. Was reading all the horror stories. Just wondering if the head gasket issue would have happend already if it was going to happen. He changed the oil every 4000 miles. The truck is in very good shape and has owned it since it was new with no major problems.
Thanks. I really want to stick with a ford
Thanks. I really want to stick with a ford
What was his fuel filter change routine?
What filters did he use?
How often did he flush the coolant?
How often did he flush the tranny fluid?
Any mods?
Lots of questions beyond the oil .......
