BUYING A USED DIESEL PICKUP? Watch this first!
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I also recently purchased a used diesel. Coincidentally, The items discussed in this video were my search and research criteria. I ignored being "brand loyal" (Chevy guy), and went for test rides and lots of research on known problems. I decided based on what I felt when I drove, acceleration, ride firmness, rattles and noises, and visual inspection of body lines and under carriage. Ended up finding a 2010 ram, crew cab longbed 2wd with under 34k miles. It was mainly a trailer puller from an older fella. Not a lot of service records, but offset by low miles. I am performing factory maintenance now so I have a good starting point.
Where did you find a 2wd RAM? I can not find one.
You really only find them in the south
It's a long distance from Cal. to Fla. But that's ok. Thanks for the help the advice.
John Irwin just lucky I guess. Texas has a decent amount of them. I was glad to find one with so few miles.
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What I really want is a Cummins engine in a Ford truck with an Allison transmission...
BuckStop Right on!
Lol
those light duty allisons are terrible
lol and everyone thinks there great. ill stay with the nv5600
My dad says this all the time. If he could get a Ford chassis with no drive train he'd drop a Cummins and Allison in it in a heartbeat.
I bought my 2000 F350 Diesel in 2009 for $13,000.00, and sold it in 2019 for $12,000.00. I take care of my vehicles, and it was clean when I sold it. The biggest advantage of a diesel over a gas truck is the resale value.
Hello Jersey how are you doing today?
Hey if yall are buying a used ford go watch Powerstroke help That man is a expert of ford diesel trucks!
Yes indeed...he really knows his stuff. He even sells some of the trucks that had their engine "bullet proofed".
Yea he makes a killing off the 6.0 and 6.4's. But business is gonna slow down with this new 6.7 powerstroke.
balle27 yeah i agree. Im in the market for another heavy duty truck and i want a 6.7. im in between a 6.7 and a ram diesel.
No one should be selling a 6.0 or 6.4 if it's not bulletproofed, unless they're dishonest and don't care.
Matt Lane 10 grand? It's 4-5k at most. Also an 06-09 still goes for over 20k easy even with like 150k or more on it. Nothing wrong with them if they're "dealer proof" which no one even uses that term.
I got the 1995 Dodge 5.9 3500 4x4 5 speed dually. Best truck I've ever owned, NO emissions at all, I wouldn't trade it for any newer truck, just saying.
MFB Alaska totally agree about the emission free and the Cummings part. I bought a 97 OBS F250 crew-cab not because it was a PowerStroke but because it was "SMOG FREE" and I needed to seat my family of six.
I still have my 91 D350 Cummins over 400.000 and still going.
Hi how are you doing
Great job of summarizing light diesel truck selection. Very helpful; thank you.
Hi jack how are you doing today?
Good overall insightful video of common sense things to watch for when buying a used diesel. Interestingly he didn't mention any of the Rams historical front end tie rod and ball joint issues, rear end issues or transmission issues. Many folks have in the past bought Dodge trucks mostly for the Cummins engine, only to realize that outside of the engine, the rest of the truck was junk. I completely agree with his comments on the Ford Diesel engine problems from commencement to end of their relationship with International (NaviStar). The 6.0L and newer 6.4L were predominantly garbage power plants that were mostly problematic within months of ownership. The 2011 Ford Diesel engine forward has had a stellar track record. GM Duramax/Allison combination has also had a stellar record from 2007 to Y-T-D. The sad commentary about all of these truck manufacturers is that each could build a trouble free HD truck that if properly maintained should run without mechanical issue for 10 plus years. If the highway transport trucks can do it, why can't Chevy, Ford, or Ram? The sad commentary we are all faced with is that we pay to much and get too little in return. Reliability and TCO are everything.
Just picked up a 2004 chevy 3500 dually. Only 77,000 miles. I buffed one panel yesterday and the black paint is lime a morrow now. The interior is flawless. I gathered it was a Vermont truck, then upstate new york, yes, very snowy and salty, but even though I had to replace the entire steering system, the rest is clean, clean clean. Someone, 2 owners, babied this thing. Real lucky find in my opinion.
Absolutely fantastic. Terrific perspectives and very pragmatic. Keep it up!
Hi how are you doing today.?
you nailed it,that's why I like you and your vidoes.you do know what your talking about.i know my diesel trucks and yeah you hit it on the nose.
I have watched two of your videos so far and would just like to say they were very informative and reassuring about a lot of my questions. Great Job.
Hello Bill how are you doing today?
I purchased my 06 Dodge Cummings, 2WD, auto tranny new. Replaced tyranny ay 200,000. I use my truck for all my driving including towing our Airstream trailer. Current mileage 283,
Thank you. This was really helpful. I'm looking into buying a 2006 Dodge Ram Pickup SLT I feel better about my choice
Thanks for the video. I'm considering my first diesel and realize there is so much more to learn. I'm hoping some of your other videos talk about the truck in relation to towing, power, torque ratings, SRW vs. DRW, rear axle ratio, etc.
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Thank you for the information, lots of good points to think about.
Thanks for advice. New to market, will consider your words of wisdom. Thanks again...
Always enjoy listening to you. Unbiased information concerning TV& recreational vehicles as well.
Hi Scott how are you doing 😊
So much information! Thank you!
I did a complete fluid change on my truck after purchase and it helped its running greatly.
Well done. I think you knocked this clean out of the park. Your comments matched my personal observations to the extent that it sounded like a conversation my son and I had last year. He is a mechanic and into diesels. I used to lean toward gas engines. But now all the big blocks are gone so I've been paying closer attention to the newer diesel trucks as I will eventually buy a used one. The sad thing is that all three one ton manufacturers have done their part to destroy the reputation of the indestructible and reliable diesel.
Hi how are you doing today.?
Haven't owned a Diesel Pickup since 2008 and it was my 2000 Dodge Cummins and it was a beast. I am in the market to buy one in the next year. This was helpful.
Hello Matt how are you doing
Great video's. I've learned volumes from them. Thank You!
I love my old 7.3. just got back yesterday from a trip to Texas hauling my 30' gooseneck with an f450 on it and a bunch of heavy sheet metal equipment. I figure trailer and load was about 16.5k lbs. My old 97 f350 with now 281,000 miles did awesome, never once had to down shift for a hill and cruised at 70mph all day long. Round trip avg was 10.84 mpg. Now to be fair my truck isn't exactly stock anymore either.
7.3 was the last good diesel V8
Hi how are you doing today.?
@@franceliakarle_1 fine
@@whitef250powerstroke that’s good 😊 hope all is well with you?
@@franceliakarle_1 I've been better. This is kinda weird trying to start a conversation over an old RUclips comment though. Hmu on fb if you want to chat like normal people
Thank you very much for your video very informative, although I'm planning to buy a diesel motorhome it still gave me the information I needed for the diesel engines itself.
I personally was leading towards the Cummins engine because I like the inline setup they have and I hear very positive things about the engine itself overall.
Hi how are you doing today.?
This is a great video that is not swayed heavily by bias. It seems that everywhere you go there is someone bashing on a certain brand simply because that's all they've ever known. Every brand has issues, some more than others, and certain engines tend to be more problematic. Do your research, buy what suits you, and fix it if it breaks. Just as soon as my dad purchased a 6.4 a friend of mine (and Cummins die-hard) was already cracking on us. Everyone has their horror stories about every brand out there but there is plenty of good as well!
The EPA did a number on post 2000s trucks
Yup, that is why I bought a 20000 Freightliner with a factory spec CAT C-15 single turbo for my work truck. I had a 2013 Kenworth with Cummins that got a micro fine crack in the EGR cooler and sent steamed coolant vapor downline through the entire EGR system in total all repairs were just shy of 30k I guess coolant in all the wrong places is not such a good thing for a diesel motor after all.
I trust most manufacturers more than prior owners! I took my vehicle in for service yesterday, and listened to an owner of a turbo car which "factory specified synthetic oil on the oil filler cap" insist that they wanted a conventional oil, used in an oil change. I've seen owners put 'any old coolant in their cooling system" hammer on battery terminals, drive through water that is too high, skip required maintenance, rock their vehicle at high revs in snow/ ice to get unstuck....etc. Owners are nuts!
Hi Bryan how are you doing today?
Hey thanks! Your videos helped me decide Gas. vs. Diesel, and which truck. I found a 2010 Dodge 2500 HD with under 70k (actually under 62k), that seems to have been well serviced and taken care of based on dealer records and CarFax. Pending an independent inspection, I will soon be an owner of my first HD pickup, to haul my truck camper and boat up over high passes, etc. Thanks again!
7.3 powerstroke or 12 valve cummins . Will last 500k plus miles easy
7.3 will go a million with simple service and a set of injectors
Really well done. Thank you for you time.
Fantastic & informative video.
Thanks for the education.
Im glad you don't sell out and pick a brand you actually use like ranch hands I appreciate that a lot and i bet many of the people watching do as well
Hi how are you doing today.?
About two years ago now I was looking at buying a new-to-me diesel. I asked a number of knowledgeable people about it, and they all unanimously said 12 Valve because of the sheer simplicity and reliability of the engine. Did some asking around of the people I knew, and had mentioned that I was looking for one at a local vehicle repair shop that my old company used to use. Turned out he had one he was looking to sell, 97 200 Laramie, ext cab long box, which was exactly what I wanted. He bought it from an old fart that only used it to pull a 5th wheel across the country, and he only used it for similar work. Had 312K on the clock, completely stock engine, and a new 47RH trans with 10k on it. I bought it, put 40k on it in a year before the stock injectors and turbo finally decided to die. Replaced those with some upgraded aftermarket bits and it's perfectly fine. It's knocking on 360k now, and with that many miles I can't complain too much when something fails. It'll be the first and probably last truck I ever have to buy.
Hello how are you doing today.?
To be honest I've had a 99 7.3 a 2003 7.3 a 2006 6.0 which never had a issue with but the 7.3's both had issues with the wiring harness in the valve covers. I now have a 2010 F350 4x4 6.4 that I love. That truck is such a pleasure to drive. They have all been F350's and 4x4's. I think the key is just driving them correctly and maintaining them which I do.
Hi rusty how are you doing today.?
I recently purchased a 2015 F450 with 49,800. With that mileage it has 10k left of the original powertrain warranty. I knew that the truck was maintained regularly and that there were almost zero warranty claims performed on the truck. There was also zero signs of use on the fifth wheel picks or either 7 pin connector. From all appearances it was taken care of and didn't tow anything heavy. I got the Ford premium care extended warranty for another 50000 of coverage because this is the only truck I am buying. We worked hard to achieve this goal and did a lot of research for all brands. Ultimately it was the flat floor inside, the turning radius, and the fender design that led us to the Ford. Our friends own Ford, Ram, and Chevy dealers so I could have gotten any truck I wanted.
Hi how are you doing today.?
Found a 2014 Ram 3500 6.7l with 16,000 miles last fall. Very happy with it so far.
Fairly accurate video. I own a 2005 Dodge 5.9 Cummins, I am nearing 400,000, and it has been absolutely bulletproof. Cummins builds a better engine from the factory. Unlike a Navistar in a Ford, which you have to rebuild more often than a gas engine to keep them running. Especially the 6.0 and 6.4 garbage engines. You can’t even Really bulletproof a 6.0 it only has four head bolts per cylinder. I don’t care what kind of stud bolts you use, you need at least six per cylinder. I think your best Diesel truck is a Dodge or GM. Duramax are a decent power plant for the most part. And of course Allison trannys are the best. That being said most people don’t service their trannys often enough, need to replace the fluid ever 85,000 km. My Dodge rfe 48 tranny is still original from new 377,000 Kms later. For Dodge trucks I would recommend 03 to 05, 06 and newer have additional issues.
wow-thanks for the high level report! purchased a 2011 Denali HD Duramax w/35k miles from Virginia to set off on a cross country rv adventure. Nice to hear we made a not bad decision. Exhaust brake is great in the mountains btw. Thanks again.
Hi Bob how are you doing
Extremely helpful thank you will probably go to diesel next year great vid 🔥🔥🤘🤘
Thanks Jd for all Advice . Shopping now , so watching your video’s for so time .
Very informative! Thank you
Very nice and you were fair to all manufacturers. I'm a Ford diesel tech since 2000, you know your trucks. Worked at indented shop on the side so I worked on the Duramax and Cummins and even worked on Cat Isuzu and Hino medium duty trucks. Have a good one.
Hi Steve how are you doing
Great information! Do you plan on doing an updated video on this subject as this video is 5 years old? (or have you already created one that I'm not seeing?) Looking to buy a diesel pickup for under $40K to occasionally pull a 39' fifth wheel toy hauler. Thanks.
Alot of great information. It's much appreciated
Thanks for a great informative article
i really appreciate the essential information provided
the 7.3 L best engine ever
I love my 7.3 idi tho
5.9 Cummins, fight me.
Because it makes 50hp
Jason Wilson I had a 99 F-250 with 7.3 and loved it...sold it for a new gas 6.2 F-250 and now I drive a civic. But looking for a truck.
12 valve Cummins.
Thanks for this video. Really enjoyed.
I was looking at used diesels about a year ago and couldn't justify paying over $25k for a bullet proofed 6.0 with almost 200k miles. I was looking for 2 months solid and the truck was either lifted, trashed with tuning, or they wanted too much.
I ended up buying a new truck off the lot but it was hard for me to swallow the $8,500 to upgrade to the power stroke. I got the gas burner and haven't been let down yet.
I own a business doing grading and landscaping mostly for GC'S doing spec houses and developments and I haven't had any trouble pulling my mini or skid steer. Sure at times I would like more torque for pulling when it's hilly but I have gotten by and with having a good tip deck trailer with really good trailer brakes I haven't had trouble stopping.
I got a 16 f250 xl trim package with a crew cab and 8 ft bed in 4x4 with the snow plow prep, aperance package and alloy wheels. for $38k out the door with a lifetime power train warranty threw the ford dealer I bought it from since I put it in my name and not my business name. They didn't do the power train warranty on diesels either wich was a deciding factor as well.
Not sure what you mean there. I just replaced my 6.4's transmission with a ford rebuild and have 3yr/100k mile warranty...
Hi how are you doing 😊
Such great info for a diesel newbie! Thank you!
Hi 😊how are you doing today?
Would it be possible for you to do an updated version now we are into 2021? This video was extremely educational and useful.
Very helpful wished i saw this before my father purchased his 07 ford f250...
very good video.. I have had many trucks ford/dodge and you nailed it.. I have no experience with chevy diesels tho.
The 2011 Ford superduty specifically had an issue with the bearings in the turbos due to using ceramic bearings.
thank you for the info. great video
Excellent video. I agree with this fellas opinions very closely. Been a car dealer for almost 20 years and I’ve sold 100’s of HD trucks. Again, very well thought out and informative video.
Hello Robert how are you doing today.?
You don't have to lift the cab on Super Duty's to work on the engine. I've removed the heads in frame on my 2005 F-350 King Ranch to install ARP head studs. If one desires easier access, then the cab can be lifted or the engine pulled out through the front. That goes for GM trucks too. Dodge trucks generally don't need to due to the space saving I6 design versus V8.
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Thanks for that information I needed that I'm going with the 7.3 ford truck
Great video, just what I was looking for
Thanks for not being brand loyal I've owned Chen dodge and ford . They all have their ups and downs. Like the videos ✌️
Manual 12 valve Cummins
The best used diesel money can buy
If you can find it
Fuel efficiency on a 12 valve is horrendous though, get a common rail cummins and you’ll get double the fuel efficiency and double the power, plus the capability of electronic tuning, which alone could bring a 5.9 common rail to around 550 horse.
dad got a 7.3 with 800,000 miles original transmission and motor inside is decent but will out perform my 06 gas hands down
Huh? What are you competing with 5.4 Triton? Maybe. But barely.
V10 Fords were far more reliable than any diesel of those years. Hell they still use them in buses to this day.
Just watching the video to see where we're going. Looks like a long trip.
Looks like we're in Florida to start out, too.
This was great! Thank you.
my truck been going strong. if anything breaks I fix it. my ram is very reliable and I'm thinking about getting a engine and transmission rebuilt so I can make it new again. it been looking rough so I'm going to get installations done on it.
I'm picking my 2013 f350 King ranch crew cab 4x4 Saturday. 107k miles on it, one owner and local trade with all service records. The guy used it for towing his 20ft gooseneck and Kubota tractor to deer camp once a year and used it as a daily driver. I don't know the man but I did find out who owned it and gave him a call. He traded it in because he's 80 years old and didn't need a dually anymore. I'm hoping I have good luck with this one, and it was still pricey at $35,000.
Hello 😊how are you doing today?
Perfect timing!!! This is exactly what we are going thru!!! Thank you!!
What did u decide on? Which truck?
@@kapokidkidkapo719 we've narrowed it down to the Ram or Ford.. our trailer is a 25' so we're thinking a 250... But may go 350. I love the looks of the Ram and the rumors it's less complicated to repair.. And may be a bit cheaper than the Ford. I like the army green color in the Ram as well.. shopping continues..
We know if we go used about 3 years we'd like to get it bullet proofed.
Candie Harris keep me posted have you checked out the duramax options? I’ve completely dropped the ford as a option simply because it seems like your paying more for the name (Brand) then the actual product a lot of the options it had do not meet or exceed the rams. For example the normal house plugs when charging equipment like drill batteries etc.
From my research bullet proofing is when you get 4 of the 5 main failures addressed on the 6.0 and 6.4 litre powerstroke motors.
Loved it I find myself looking for a new or newer truck .. had a blow out and went off roading with a utility trailer in tow .. Still looking for a few parts .. Something else to keep in mind when picking a truck . Try to find a left steering knuckle for your 45 thousand pound axle from a 93 Dodge . Yea your truck can and will go for over 20 years if you take care of it ...
Hello Pete how are you doing today
Great info. Thanks.
When buying a Dodge look at truck that come with the automatic with the aisin transmission. Aisin is a Japan trans and are very reliable.
Love the videos I've been in the diesel world a little over 10 years now I have had all three brands chevy dodge Ford and everything you have said in this video is spot on I now own a 05 6liter bulletproof as they love to call it owned since New has 90k on it so far so good love the videos man can't say enough keep up the good work 👍
Hi nick how are you doing today.?
Hi karlee … I’m great thanks for asking
@@nicksamay1514 you’re welcome. 😊 hope all is well with you?
@@nicksamay1514 good morning
Just bought a 1993 7.3L IDI with original 126k miles on it and it is solid! Runs like a top!
The best explanation about these trucks I have seen so far. I work on diesel pick ups everyday and agree with what you said. Great video!
Hi James how are you doing?
Hello. Good, how about you?
@@jamespeters3907 I’m doing good also. Thanks for asking, hope all is well with you?
All is well with me also. How can i help you?
@@jamespeters3907 nothing, I was just having a random check and I came across your profile.
thanks for alllllllllllllllllll your wise information.
cummins with 6sp manual is great !!!
Thanks so much and giving me that info that I can use towards my nationwide search..lol. I appreciate it
the first 2 minutes of what you said was perfect
Picking up a 2006 Chevy Silverado 2500HD with the LBZ Duramax tomorrow! She only has 178k miles and I can't wait! Gonna be my first diesel, and I've always wanted a Duramax.
Dr. Fishing I just got a 08 Chevy 2500hd Duramax with 106k, you’ll love it!
qkaskew it's going great man! I've already put 4k miles on it, and i won't get another gasser for now on
I just bought a 2011 Chevy 2500HD Quad Cab with the D-max & Allison with 78k on it. After watching this video it just confirms I made an excellent choice!
Lucky dog. : )
Ya same with my 05 GMC Sierra diesel these Duramax’s are very reliable engines if maintenance right and hold their value very good
one thing you forgot to mention when looking or test driving a used HD pick up pay close attention to the front and mainly the REAR differential for and slack or road noise.
You’re awesome for this
I don’t know much about diesel trucks but I’m wanting a super duty truck but I’m going to save up money for a while and get information about diesel trucks and make good decisions whenever I purchase one.
Very very helpful, thank you
buying used is hard.
a friend was selling his old hauling truck.
1999 f250 supercab 8footbed v10 6.8l
with 297,000 miles.
I got it for 2grand
before I bought it I checked for leaks and damages on the underbody.
this truck was a beast pulling a 8k trailer to and from California last month,
tho anyone who acquires a used truck and plan to take a trip need to do a good walk over the whole truck,
before I left i changed the fluids, check and replaced filters and brakes, had good tires put on as the ones on it was shot and had it aligned. don't want there to be a moment on the road that I can't trust the truck to stop and turn when needed.
good video
covered all the basics in 5 minutes, that i painstakingly learned the hard way :( in hindsight i sooooo wish i had thought to search for this gem months ago
Thanks for sharing all this information. :)
Great information thanks
Great video. My two cents on this is I sold my 2011 Chevy 3500HD Diesel, and bought a 2017 Chevy 3500HD Diesel. I did not want to buy a new truck, and it has cost me about 25k to buy this new truck. Since 2011 was the first year of emissions, it is my thought, GM put out a truck that was not quite ready. My recommendation to anyone reading this is avoid any 2011 Diesel truck.
We are looking for a used diesel to pull a toy hauler across country. Thank you for the info. Very informative!!
Get a lbz that hasn't been chipped.
Thank you. I really appreciate your thoughts and advice on buying a used diesel pick up.
This kicked ass. Thx man.
Very helpful video!
I got my grandfather's 96 F350 (long bed, dually, 7.3L) with 67,XXX on the odometer. I knew it needed new tires what I didn't expect was the total transmission failure in my daughter's school parking lot. my grandfather bought the truck from a Ford dealer in 98 with 16K miles on it. It got babied, never pulled a trailer even. Some how aluminum parts got put inside the trans, complete failure. $3800 in parts and labor. Ouch!
Great video very informative
Great advice 👍
never had a problem with our 6.0 and have had a programed in it for towing and it had 222000 miles on it
wee_bee rolling if you get a 6.0 you will ether get a great truck or a crud shoot my boss bought one and we have put a lot of money in it to keep it going and a friend of ours has one and it’s amazing haven’t had to do much to it and has more miles than my bosses
I bought my 2006 6.0 in October of 05. 133000 miles later and zero issues. I change all my own fluids and filters on time or before. Only mod is a coolant filter and cat back Magnaflow exhaust.
ford 6.9 and 7.3 idi are probably the best diesels ford ever made ez to work on and go 4ever
if you cant afford a new diesel truck, and are looking for a 2010 or older, i recommend a 24 valve cummins. from my experiences they are really solid engines and are easy to fix if something goes wrong. I myself am a ford guy but i didnt choose the 7.3 because a cummins is just easy to fix and is reliable as long as you take care of them.
Great and helpful information