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Old Feb 12, 2003 | 04:38 AM
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Hi all,
I am going to buy a new truck shortly. Problem I have is what to buy. I travel alot but I do not tow much. I was looking at a diesel 7.3 so I can get longer life out of the engine. Is the diesel worth the extra maintainence, or will a gasser last just as long if you take care of it?

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Old Feb 12, 2003 | 05:41 AM
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See the thread 5.4 vs Diesel, it pretty much covered there
 
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Old Feb 12, 2003 | 06:25 AM
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V-10 ? Throw a Banks Power pack on it and you are set !

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Old Feb 12, 2003 | 12:23 PM
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As far as what i have heard , a diesel is better for longer trips , heavier loads, etc...I use my 2002 7.3L Diesel Excursion for my daily driver, lots of short trips , as well as towing my racecar trailer , and have had no real problems...
 
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