Uh oh...the Ford keeps impressing me....
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Uh oh...the Ford keeps impressing me....
Hello all,
I've talked with some of you recently about what Dodge diesel I'd like, pros and cons, etc.
To make things fair, I'm a odd person. I like Dodges and Ford. Yes, I could be sick in the head, or just odd. I prefer odd, with a tea spoon of sick in the head.
Anyhow, I've talked with some Ford people about their 99-03 7.3 V8 PS. After looking around here at home, its easier for me to get a 2000 or 2001 7.3, w/ 6spd, (4wd or not) with the ext. cab (not super cab) for around 8-13k. Now...this is cheaper than a Dodge. On top of it, these trucks have far less mileage than the Dodges in my area.
Am I going crazy? Or do I just love both trucks and can't decide!?!?
I've talked with some of you recently about what Dodge diesel I'd like, pros and cons, etc.
To make things fair, I'm a odd person. I like Dodges and Ford. Yes, I could be sick in the head, or just odd. I prefer odd, with a tea spoon of sick in the head.
Anyhow, I've talked with some Ford people about their 99-03 7.3 V8 PS. After looking around here at home, its easier for me to get a 2000 or 2001 7.3, w/ 6spd, (4wd or not) with the ext. cab (not super cab) for around 8-13k. Now...this is cheaper than a Dodge. On top of it, these trucks have far less mileage than the Dodges in my area.
Am I going crazy? Or do I just love both trucks and can't decide!?!?
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The 7.3 powerstroke is a solid engine, and they are pretty good trucks. I am just really partial to an I-6 diesel. Honestly, a 7.3 powerstroke would likely give you less problems than a 24 valve cummins because of the VP 44 and lift pump issues . I'd say buy the one that makes the most sence to you.
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They are both good trucks especially for the average guy, I have owned a 96 ps a 99 ps and a 2005 ps the 96 and 99 where great the 05 was junk (motor).
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I think it's just supply and demand. The dodges take in a higher price because the damand is great and supply is limited because people hold onto them, and the fords are all over the place for sale. I started looking at those exact years when I was looking to buy a truck, but I was set on a cummins, so I didn't do it.
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If you just have to have a Ford PS, those years of em would definetely be the ones to get. The 7.3 has proved to be a good engine.
But on the other hand I would rather see you get a Dodge Cummins of course.
But on the other hand I would rather see you get a Dodge Cummins of course.
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Hello all,
I've talked with some of you recently about what Dodge diesel I'd like, pros and cons, etc.
To make things fair, I'm a odd person. I like Dodges and Ford. Yes, I could be sick in the head, or just odd. I prefer odd, with a tea spoon of sick in the head.
Anyhow, I've talked with some Ford people about their 99-03 7.3 V8 PS. After looking around here at home, its easier for me to get a 2000 or 2001 7.3, w/ 6spd, (4wd or not) with the ext. cab (not super cab) for around 8-13k. Now...this is cheaper than a Dodge. On top of it, these trucks have far less mileage than the Dodges in my area.
Am I going crazy? Or do I just love both trucks and can't decide!?!?
I've talked with some of you recently about what Dodge diesel I'd like, pros and cons, etc.
To make things fair, I'm a odd person. I like Dodges and Ford. Yes, I could be sick in the head, or just odd. I prefer odd, with a tea spoon of sick in the head.
Anyhow, I've talked with some Ford people about their 99-03 7.3 V8 PS. After looking around here at home, its easier for me to get a 2000 or 2001 7.3, w/ 6spd, (4wd or not) with the ext. cab (not super cab) for around 8-13k. Now...this is cheaper than a Dodge. On top of it, these trucks have far less mileage than the Dodges in my area.
Am I going crazy? Or do I just love both trucks and can't decide!?!?
i was thinking about this too and i would get it only in KR (2003 i think) , or a lariat
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all my buddies drive between 99-03 fords with the 7.3. All have had good luck with there truck. I liked the looks of my truck and of course the cummins. My truck also drives a lot better. As far as the higher price, well good STUFF ain't cheap and cheap STUFF aint good
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Around here you can pick up older Dodge pickups with the Cummins and 5 speed man. for a song. Just about a dime a dozen.
I think it's just supply and demand. The dodges take in a higher price because the damand is great and supply is limited because people hold onto them, and the fords are all over the place for sale. I started looking at those exact years when I was looking to buy a truck, but I was set on a cummins, so I didn't do it.
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If you're going to mod the motor, stay away from the 01-03s. The 99-00 is what you're after. Also keep in mind that there is an early 99 which has smaller injectors and a smaller turbo, as well as a few other minor things. The smaller turbo setup spools faster and is less prone to surge under load. Until recently there was not bolt on turbos for them, but now is not the case. Make sure you get a 6spd as none of the big 3 makes a decent auto.
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I've seen a few 7.3s at or around 500k miles. IMO the 7.3 is a solid engine that will last you many miles. you really have nothing to worry about engine wise on them except the CPS.. and you are eliminating the only other weak point, the auto trans with the 6spd, which is rock solid. glow plugs aren't really a thing to worry about on them, it's more the glow plug relay which acts up.