in the market for a power stroke, which one?

[blk450er]

Thanks for the advice. Around here the 7.3 is few and far between and if its for sale then its got 200k+. I can't swing the new models. I have found some under 75k 6.0s that look good and clean. Prob the way I'm going to go. My trailer doesn't weigh 6k so the diesel won't be straining at all hopefully prolonging its life.

 

[RSG]

...at 6k, you won't even know you have a trailer unless you remember to use your mirrors! You will be happy with the switch regardless of engine, if you do your homework!

But there's still 7.3's out there in good shape with relatively low mileage. Shop around.

 

[DaveBen]

You can increase your chances of getting a good one by getting an Oasis Report from Ford. Take the VIN to your local Dealer and have them run the number. This will give you a report of all of the work done by FORD. You can see if anything major has been done.

Dave

 

[Butch Cassidy]

7.3 is a very reliable motor. I been very pleased with mine @ 113,000 miles. (I know, low mileage, mostly take the car). For hauling and towing, mostly stock, I have no complaints, (other than cost of fuel).

It delivers for me every time i use it.

Doesn't get any better than that.

Butch Cassidy

 

[JLDickmon]

7.3 if you can find one with less than 200 on the clock...
6.4's respond very well to simple modification (DPF delete if not in a smog zone) and a simple tune..

 

[Stroked68]

If you just want to tow and have a reliable motor and chug along the good ole 7.3 is the way to go. 6.0 are hot rods stock and modded. If its got head studs and new headgaskets its bullet proof with the egr delete. Heard good things on the 6.4 and 6.7s. They are all good motors, maintenance is key!

 

[blk450er]

Got it narrowed down to a 6.4. Have my dealership looking for exactly what I'm looking for.

 

[WD40]

Got it narrowed down to a 6.4. Have my dealership looking for exactly what I'm looking for.

Get out there and find one by yourself and keep the money your going to
pay a dealer to find it.
Doug

 

[JLDickmon]

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