What to look for when buying a 7.3L Powerstroke
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- Опубликовано: 18 фев 2023
- Talking about things I like to check when buying a used 7.3 diesel powerstroke. Not too much to these beyond normal used vehicle stuff making sure stuff works, leaks, cosmetic damage, etc. these trucks tend to be very reliable and many people put 300,000+ on them no issue! Hope this is helpful to any first time diesel buyers or people looking to learn a little more about the 7.3 engines!
I have no idea why people go and say 7.3s can’t start in the cold gotta have them plugged in because my dads 2002 7.3 started right up in -8 degree weather after sitting 2 weeks prior to that my dad always says if everything taken care of and maintained then it’ll start
Or like me .. Buy a new 2000 F350 and keep it for 23 years. Then rebuild the engine after 350k, put in a new 6 speed transmission and rebuild the rear end.... Plugging the block heater in will give you a warm engine start, which will help your engine last a lot longer, less stress on the batteries to start and the truck warms right away ....
After driving my 7.3 for 20 years I'm always amazed how it takes the exact amount of rotations of the engine to start on mine and other 7.3s. Yes, you can tell.
I've got a 2001 ford f2shity 7.tree with over 780 thousand miles all original Michigan truck works construction and plowed every winter of its life..still stroking and purrs like a kitten 😸... 13 letter shitspreader INTERNATIONAL best diesel ever made. Been driving it now for 22 years now..wouldn't trade it for a rocket ship
don't give gas to a diesel 😉
97 F250 328,000 miles. New Lpop, glow plugs, fuel filter, and relay after sitting for 2 years. It is my daily and starts right up.
Great Video. Thank you
Just picked up a 95 F250 4x4 auto with about 200k for 4k with new tires. Already in love with these old diesels.
Coolant in the def
I've had a 7.3 since 95 and I kept mine plugged in at home in the winter. Much less harmful at startup with a warm engine.
A quick and dirty guide for those reading the comments -
Thanks, going to look at a 7.3 in a few hours, needed the basics, much appreciated!
When I bought mine it came with an air filter about that size, the first thing I did was buy a Banks Power intake to let it breathe better. As long as you keep up on the maintenance these last a very long time. I have 416,000 miles so far and still chugging along.
Yep, my 7.3 starts in -40° weather, it’s not her favorite thing in the world but she starts😂 she is starting to struggle more in the cold but I’m not to worried I plan on doing a full rebuild within the next year.
Great video for the layman. Thank you.
Oh my gosh this is an amazingly helpful video. Thank you 🙏
Right now I have 360k on my 2002 F-350 7.3. Great truck. Never an issue.
Thank you!! Very informative!
Thank you! I'm new to diesel. I checked out an '01 F350 a couple days ago and I want to get it, but even before I saw this video, I was having some doubts about the fact that the owner started it before I got out of my vehicle. I tend to be over trusting so I'll be sure to check all these out before making any final decisions.
I remember when I was stationed up in Alaska in the mid ‘00’s and guys would always be having competitions about who’s better Ford, Chevy, or Dodge when it comes to trucks and especially diesels!! I’ve always been more of a Ford Man in terms of from 1999-2011. I LOVE the mid 90’s Chevy OBS gas 1500’s with the Z71 and the old small block 350 5.7L V8 engine though too. I wish I could afford an “older” (never thought I’d say ANYTHING from the 90’s or 00’s was considered “old” now…damn I am getting old haha) F-250 7.3L Powerstroke but unfortunately when my fusion got totaled out, they only gave me enough to be able to afford an ‘04 Expedition with the 2 Valve 5.4L V8 (so another words, the good engine) it only had 123,000 on it. It’s in incredible condition!