Would like honest suggestions about tow vehicle issues

[my case ih]

03 cummins, 19MPG no matter what I do with it. Bone stock. 2 jeeps on a goose from C Springs to Moab 15MPG. Mojor Maint since new? Valve adjustment and radiator hose and a water pump. Since the cummins is based on a commercial engine, the water pump was a 20 minute job and looses very little anti freeze when you pull the pump. Its 3 bolts and a belt. Now that I have figured out to let Cummins do maint on it, its cheaper than dodge and they know what the **** theyre doing.

Get a prius or go home

 

[adventure bob]

I would agree with you...but then we'd both be wrong.
Your prius will get better gas mileage, right up till we hook a 30ft horse trailer to it. Then lets see how well it does.

 

[my case ih]

I would agree with you...but then we'd both be wrong.
Your prius will get better gas mileage, right up till we hook a 30ft horse trailer to it. Then lets see how well it does.

I hate prius I just say that to ford and dodge fans I'm a chev guy

 

[Diamondpilot]

I hate prius I just say that to ford and dodge fans I'm a chev guy

That says a lot....


Chris

 

[mikehaugen]

That says a lot....

Chris

Hey now we (as in non-ford lovers) make no claim to him. :laughing:

All of his statements include "we" when referring to different vehicles/tractors he says he has. This to me indicates that he doesn't actually own any of them... probably Daddy of Grandpa or Uncle Cletus I would have to assume.

 

[handirifle]

What I would like to know is how did my thread turn into one about a pppprrrriii? I cant even say the word.

 

[handirifle]

I like the way one of the diesel mags "recycled" a pppprrrrriii, ran over it with a tank.

I am so fed up with this government forcing our hands in soooo much of our lives.

Now back on topic, what major flaws should I look out for on a 00-03 (early 7.3 model) Ford? Am seeing some of those at very attractive prices.

 

[Degolyerent]

I own a 2000 F250 w/automatic and 3.73 gear ratio and I would say to look for leaks in the valley of the engine which will show up at transmission bell housing area like a rear main seal leaking, also leaks at oil cooler on drivers side of motor under exhaust manifold area. The transmissions are a weak point but if you beef it up and use a triple disk converter you will be in good shape. Also recommend trans.temp gauge and a 6.0 cooler if you tow a lot. Mine has been a very good reliable truck that I tow 10,000-12,000 lbs with almost every day in FL. heat. Also check the injectors as they are a costly repair usually around 200,000 or slightly more, depending on individual truck. Overall I am very happy with the 7.3 it is a awesome motor for longevity.
John

 

[Degolyerent]

Oil leaks, injectors and transmission. Overall they are very reliable

 

[Degolyerent]

I thought I lost the original post sorry