This engine is perfect for those of us that occasionally haul a boat or travel trailer, etc...but don't need 1050 ft./lbs of torque...and all the extremely expensive diesel maintenance that WILL eventually happen. My friend's 2018 6.7 just ate ANOTHER $700 sensor, for example...curiously this stuff seems to start happening JUST when the powertrain warranty expires, lol! And the engine just SOUNDS awesome, to boot.

@intensepisgahbiker

3 жыл бұрын

Last week my 2014 f250 6.7 puked the turbo. I now have a 2020 F250 with the 7.3. It's a great truck and I never have to worry about fuel filters, def, EGRs, DPFs, injectors, fuel pumps, expensive oil changes, etc. again.

@RobG001

2 жыл бұрын

Built-in obsolescence I believe is the word you are looking for. I've run diesel cars (not modern ones) for the last 20 years only once had an issue with an injector pump. 50 plus mpg. 2000 ltr tank in the garage so can have the fuel delivered in bulk and a much cheaper rate than at petrol or gas stations. Obviously much more stress on a work truck, but that should be factored in when the vehicle is designed.

@darthdarthbinkss

2 жыл бұрын

My uncle has a 2019 F350 and the turbo went out right at 99,400 miles, an insanely good struck of luck. Imagine if he was right out of warranty. I wonder how much it'd cost to replace it then.

I picked up my 2020 f250 XLT FX4 7.3 with 3.55 gears in August to haul my 2021 Grand Design 24MPR toy hauler. This truck has pulled it without issue; especially on my most recent trip up to Flagstaff AZ!

@justinfannon8159

3 жыл бұрын

what was average fuel economy on your trip?

@DoubleDeadly1

3 жыл бұрын

@@justinfannon8159 with the amount of climbing on that trip, I averaged 8 mpg.

@deal492

2 жыл бұрын

So ur happy with 3.55?

@therealmccoy9031

2 жыл бұрын

@@deal492 I've heard they do just fine, but I have a tremor with the 7.3 and wouldn't trade the 4.30 rear for anything

@larryscott3476

2 жыл бұрын

Cool! I hv a 2021 xlt 7.3 liter. The truck pulled my travel trailer with no issues. Was going 65-70 up the hill west of Durango Colorado toward Cortez. The travel trailer weigh 11,000 lbs. n was averaging 9-10 mpg going 65mph on straight away. Went thru 4 diesel. Yes they hv power but Maintenance is too high. It has a 3.55 axel.

I love the 7.3l engine. Large displacement v8, strong internals, PORT FUEL INJECTION, pushrod v8. Just great old meets new. I wish they'd put that engine into more vehicles!

@middlehot

3 жыл бұрын

Next year into f53 motorhome chassi also

You and Nathan were the only reason to watch TFL. I'm happy to see you start up your own channel.

I appreciate hearing an opinion on a truck by a truck driver. Too many are by someone who isn't and all they have to say is it doesn't ride and handle like a Mercedes .

@TruckKing

3 жыл бұрын

Dad drove Class A (tractor trailer) for years. He pushed Matthew and I to get our licenses, so we're both D licensed (straight trucks, dump trucks etc.). So we all have some heavy trucks in our background.

@santanamordechai8932

3 жыл бұрын

you probably dont give a damn but does any of you know a tool to get back into an instagram account..? I stupidly forgot my account password. I love any tips you can give me!

@matthiaschase442

3 жыл бұрын

@Santana Mordechai Instablaster :)

@santanamordechai8932

3 жыл бұрын

@Matthias Chase thanks for your reply. I got to the site thru google and Im trying it out now. Looks like it's gonna take quite some time so I will reply here later with my results.

@santanamordechai8932

3 жыл бұрын

@Matthias Chase it did the trick and I now got access to my account again. Im so happy:D Thank you so much, you saved my ass :D

You’ve been a top reviewer in the YT truck world since the auto guide days. Even my wife likes you! Very professional, love the format, and your Dad is a valuable contributor with a wealth of knowledge. Quite refreshing from the other YT truck channels out there. Keep up the great work.

Man what a monster of a truck! That baby was built to work!

Yes, your video proves (once again) that Ford's 7.3 gas engine can do diesel type work without the diesel upkeep (costs).

A bit of a throwback to the the big block glory days with modern tech and luxury, sweet! 👍

KZread keeps recommending me things i can't afford

@terrellscaife2411

3 жыл бұрын

I’m sure with you bud I might be able to afford one in 20 years

@rdbjr52

3 жыл бұрын

Yup, middle class wealth has been shipped overseas.

@urielx17

3 жыл бұрын

Next time it might be a hooker

For the guys that want to upgrade the suspension check out Carli suspension. They have an amazing King setup that can turn a super duty into a power wagon killer. Combine that with a set of rear bags and you keep the payload capacity while losing the terrible stiffness when empty. Offroad it handles better than a power wagon.

That's a really badass truck! Very good review, Stephen

This channel should be called Truck King and Cool Dad!

New trucks come with max psi in the tires to handle max towing. My new 1 ton diesel came with 90 psi in each corner. Expansion joints in the highway crushed my spine even at low speeds and bounced my brain off of my skull. I went to 60 psi in front and 45 in back. The ride totally changed and didn't hurt anymore. Also after 5k miles its even smoother. Just have to remember to reinflate for towing or hauling heavy. Just a tip for people who work their trucks and also daily drive them.

Wow, including cameo appearances, great job guys.

The 4 barrel payload frontier has been crossed!

@TruckKing

3 жыл бұрын

Finally!

@rightlanehog3151

3 жыл бұрын

@@TruckKing I was a little hesitant to use the term '4 barrel' lest someone think this pushrod engine had a carburetor.

@Kingcold2002

3 жыл бұрын

@truck king Look on the reciver of the hitch it has a sticker with the towing capacity it shows the towing capacity

Your intro and production quality just keeps getting better! Great work Truck King!

I think the best bed steps on the industry is the bumper steps on the gm trucks. Simple, no need to unfold and fold them and they work if the tailgate is up or down.

@freedomrider266

2 жыл бұрын

But then you MUST stick with that bumper, NO aftermarket upgrade....That's like Mac/Apple, proprietary, and NO THANKS!

Becoming one of my favourite KZread sites. Another great job!

G'day, realy enjoy your video's. I first watched you on the Fast Lane Truck and realy liked your contribution on that show. Keep up the good work.

@TruckKing

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

I just bought this exact truck and I love it that fuel economy number doesn’t really change it gets a little better unladen on the highway but even with max haul in the city it hovers in the same mpg range just like a diesel

@natloz17

3 жыл бұрын

I don't know what diesel you're comparing it to, but i get 23mpg empty and 12mpg loaded with 20k lbs on my diesel...

@jeffquinn5653

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I get around 24 highway not towing and about 13’towing 7k pounds on my 2020 ram 3500.

The 7.3 L gas engine Ford has produced has the markings of a legend. We'll just have to see, but so far so good.

I love the heavy duty Ford trucks"!! I think I would want the trailer package if I were to go that route though!!

Caught you hanging out the back of your SUV while getting the shot at 13:47 - that's called dedication to your channel! Thanks for the helpful and detailed information on your towing experience. I ordered mine with the 4.30 gears as well and will be pulling a 5800# RV with the 8' bed also full of firewood so my experiences should be comparable to yours. Keep up the great work!

@TruckKing

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, we'll keep on keeping on.

Your discussion on power vs manual is interesting. I’ve had a window switch break and a window crank break. The switch was easier to fix. If it had been the motor, probably not, but I tend to agree with your dad on the tech. It’s pretty reliable until you get into the Land Rover, BMW etc rigs.

I have the same truck but with the Tremor package. I absolutely love it. It is thirsty, but you do not buy a truck for the gas mileage. With the Tremor package I get 10/11 mpg. Good video!

@Dominator70

2 жыл бұрын

Do you get 10 to 11 miles per gallon without pulling a trailer?

@jagergoggles

2 жыл бұрын

@@Dominator70 yes, no trailer, empty bed.

Glad I’m not the only one who found the ride stiff! Good video guys.

This would be a very good truck to tow the Airstream FC, 30 footer you just reviewed. Nice review guys!!!!!!

Great video, guys! Keep up the great work!

Love you videos, simple real world and informative. Be safe and be blessed

Anyone who keeps a truck past the warranty and who doesn't tow maximum weight all the time should really look at the gas trucks. This 7.3 is a very robust and simple engine (big forged steel crank and rods, 6 bolt mains, thick cast iron block, pushrod design) and I would be surprised if it wasn't cheaper on repairs than a diesel over 500k kms. Heck an entire engine replacement would be about the same cost as a fuel system repair on a diesel.

@supers0nic77

3 жыл бұрын

Is this the best v8 gas on these f250s?

Great review as usual. Love your channel!

New favorite channel. Great video!

After 4 of the 7.3 power strokes I picked up the 2020 Godzilla so far all is good, I tow a 30’ boat around which weighs just under 10K no mileage on the boat hauling yet but 3 trips to Colorado fully loaded under a 8’ cap get me 13.9 -14.3 mpg that’s only 1.7 mpg less than my diesel with a 6 speed stick shift tranny.

Wow, now you gotta test the new 6.7 powerstroke with similar loads to see how it compares. The acceleration for that 7.3 is impressive towing 9k -- faster than I thought it'd be, esepcially towing 2k more than anything else youve tested before. Also 11 mpg is better than some F150 owners report with the 3.5 ecoboost when towing less weight, so not bad really.

@TruckKing

3 жыл бұрын

Trully, I wish we could get all the versions at the same time. It just doesn't work that way.

@JohnDoe-qy8vr

3 жыл бұрын

I get 14 mpg with my 4.6 but you can't tow anything

I HEARD THEY'RE FINALLY WORKING ON AN F-150 TREMOR I'M GLAD!! :)

I miss big blocks like the Chevy 454. Glad they are back!

@robqwertyuipp8750

3 жыл бұрын

Just as long as fuel prices stay low! If prices sky rocket like they did in 2008 , there will be alot for resale!

@AkioWasRight

3 жыл бұрын

This isn't a true big-block.

@Polack-ml9fh

3 жыл бұрын

@@AkioWasRight why isn’t it a “true” big block?

@AkioWasRight

3 жыл бұрын

@@Polack-ml9fh Because the bore spacing is closer to a small-block. A Ford small-block has a bore spacing of 4.38", and an LS has 4.40" of spacing." A big-block Ford has 4.90" of spacing, and a Chevy big-block has 4.84" of spacing. This has 4.527", which is somewhere in the middle, but it's certainly closer to those small-block engines than those big-blocks This engine has a large displacement, but the block itself is not that big. If I'm not mistake, the 6.2L has greater bore spacing. So, the 6.2L has a bigger engine block. Even with the cam configuration aside, you can just tell that that the 6.2L is physically bigger engine by just looking at how it fits under the hood. There's much more room around the 7.3L

@Polack-ml9fh

3 жыл бұрын

@@AkioWasRight interesting thank you

Pushrod and technology go together like military and intelligence.

@norman_sage2528

3 жыл бұрын

You beat me to it. Laughable.

@Army4Runner

3 жыл бұрын

Haha! 11B?

ThemCanadian Duke boys Shine business is doing well, had to step it up to a 7.3 Heavy Duty to carry the barrels of fine home made Canadian liquor to their customers, these bearded fancy speaking good old boys ain’t fooling this old hillbilly not a bit. As always great review!!! I always wait for popa bears approval and views, dad likes it I agree.That man has a many a day driving trucks and knows his stuff, love how he doesn’t pretty up say exactly what he thinks!!! Also good move using the loader to take off them empty barrels, like their still full of water, wink wink.

Great review team. Waiting for your review of 2020 Silverado 3500 HD with z71 gas 6.6 L. Just got one before I retire to add slide in camper and tour North America and curious on how you will think of the off road capabilities 👍. Hope to see GM 3500 HD GAS on your channel

@TruckKing

3 жыл бұрын

We do - and will - test anything we can get our hands on.

@Harry-zz2oh

3 жыл бұрын

@@TruckKing "Getting your hands on" -- you will be challenged to find the trucks or models you want.

Been waiting on this one. Thank you

The BEST COLOR on those trucks... period!

As a guy close to the auto industry, the surprising thing to me is, the 7.3 doesn’t seem to sell well. The 6.7 outsells the 7.3 and 6.2 by a large margin. I haven’t figured out exactly why. I thought the 7.3 would sell well. Seems if people are gonna spend 60k+ USD there figure might as well get the diesel. The additional cost of the 7.3 I think turns people away. If the 6.2 was gone and 7.3 was standard, I’d bet things would change. A little at least.

@Lisa4Me2

2 жыл бұрын

I bought the 7.3L Godzilla. I traded in my 2019 F-250 XLT Premium trim level 6.2/6 speed purposely to get the new 7.3L gas motor/10 speed in my 2020 F-350 Lariat. Extra cost? $1705.00 over the base 6.2L/6 speed. (Sometimes you will see the new 7.3L Godzilla motor on the window sticker as $1705.00 and sometimes as $2045.00. Why that is, I don't know but mine was $1705.00). Well worth it. The Power Stroke will run you and extra $10499.00. Obviously the 6.7L Power Stroke KILLS all these gas motors in terms of torque. BUT, with the Godzilla gas motor rated at 430HP + 475 LBS feet of torque (385HP + 430 LBS feet of torque for the 6.2L) and being a conventional push rod motor with NO overhead cam stuff going on here and packing a HEAVY forged crank AND 6-bolt main bearing caps, among other good stuff, I couldn't resist. A motor like the good old days of our American muscle cars except built stronger.

@lbeck119

Жыл бұрын

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It remains to be seen, but Ford claims the Godzilla engine is pretty bulletproof. Maintain it properly and it'll go a whole bunch of miles. Which is THE big selling point for diesels. That and the torque. But diesels are persnickety. If you fail to maintain them EXACTLY as the manufacturer recommends you're gonna have problems. Which is a BIG problem for a bunch of folks transitioning to a diesel from a gasoline engine. There's just a lot more maintenance for diesels. For myself, no contest, the diesel is king for heavy duty work. But for the occasional heavy tow or capacity load, the big 7.3 litre gasoline engine makes sense. Lower initial cost, lower maintenance cost and a bit more forgiving than the diesel. Gimme the diesel, but I fully understand Ford's offering the option of a big, powerful, reliable gas engine for heavy duty trucks. I HOPE it works as advertised.

@richfarfugnuven6308

3 жыл бұрын

You guys do realize the new 7.3L gas engine over on TFL Has broken down several times already, right?

@rxonmymind8362

3 жыл бұрын

@@richfarfugnuven6308 I haven't followed tfl in a while but did not know that.

@ericmatos1025

3 жыл бұрын

@@richfarfugnuven6308 was that before or after they supercharged it? Do you know what went wrong?

@richfarfugnuven6308

3 жыл бұрын

@@ericmatos1025 they did not supercharge their 7.3L in TFL. It had to do with the coils.

@ericmatos1025

3 жыл бұрын

@@richfarfugnuven6308 Thanks! I thought they supercharged it since there was a video about it but it might have been another truck. Actually right after this comment youtube recommended me the video where Andre talks about the failing wire. Is the wire that goes from the coil to the spark plug. Ford must have a bad batch or a bad supplier of that electrical component, since he mentioned other brand new trucks with the same problem. And this V8 engine has 8 of them😬. Hopefully is just that since the troubleshooting is the difficult part. The wire swapping is fairly easy.

you talked about... Tuning for extra HP - TFL Truck did a 5 Star Tune on their 7.3, the best that they where able to achieve was 50hp and 61lb-fit of torgue. Which, reality is.. that's pretty stellar. 2800# of payload is peanuts for a SuperDuty payload. The best you can get on the F250 is a bit over 3900#.. my baby-boost F150 has almost 2k. More than 4k is easily found on almost any F350.

@james2042

3 жыл бұрын

And thats all gvwr nonsense limiting the payloads of these trucks, you either get a 250/2500 and stay under 10k or get a 350 and get all the payload. The max payload numbers on the 3/4th tons should be false advertising as they should be bound by the 10k

@TruckKing

3 жыл бұрын

So much depends on how the truck is built.

Also, I love your reviews. I have been a fan since TFL days. You and your dad seem like good people in my book and would be fun to hang out with if I didn't live on the opposite side of the states. Lol

@TruckKing

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

better looking than the chevy/gmc hd twins.

@wipatriot510

3 жыл бұрын

Perhaps the Chevy, but the GMC outshines...

First, nice channel, I am in Ontario, Canada. Second mpg on a superduty, its a truck , uses fuel, if you want mpg get a compact car. I drive a 2016 6.2l gas 3.73 gears 4x4 f350 lariat longbox, with 5 t, trailer it gets 26 l/100 km- 30/ 100km ( 9 mpg- 7.8mpg) depending on terrain. And 20l/100k ( 12 mpg) unloaded. Which is better an the 2008 we had before which got 4- 7 mpg all the time. So if 2021, 7.3 w/ 10 sp trans, (I ordered mar 2020, but still waiting) gets what you showed its LESS thirsty than 2016 model. ( I could revise after we drive 2021model for a while) Its a work truck, not a luxury sedan ,people. If I hauled more I might justify the diesel cost.

@TruckKing

3 жыл бұрын

That's where the price break comes in. Tow lots - go diesel. Tow sometimes - go gas.

You and dad make a pretty good team! Very good review.

You talk about not taking HD's off road but for many of us, we use what we own and HD's are what most of us own. Maybe it is for construction, logging, Gas and Oil, Mining etc but HD's are Do IT ALL tools. I would like to see you take if Off Road - down the wet Hydro Line etc. Great test.

@TruckKing

3 жыл бұрын

To your point - we meant not taking an HD off-road for fun. We are well aware of the guys that work with trucks in off-road sites. We expect an HD to handle that.

Keep up the videos bud!

Regarding the tail gate, I don’t think I have any dampening on my 2020 XL F250 that I’ve noticed, but frankly it’s so light I don’t care

luv ur videos!!!!! always great schooling

4.30s or nuthing!

Great review and honest answers about stiffness, MPG and the awful Ford towing chart to determine the capability of any Ford HD. Other just refer about a fancy decal here and a logo on the feder there.

Good review enjoyed your content

If I was going to buy this truck, I would definitely order the Tremor package...

@Harry-zz2oh

3 жыл бұрын

Why? What are the advantages or disadvantages for Tremor? It does cost more and adds weight.

@richfarfugnuven6308

3 жыл бұрын

@@Harry-zz2oh 35" offroad tires standard, rear locker standard, better offroad suspension and shocks standard, Torsen LSD in front axle standard, Warn HD winch optional.

@kevinhollenbeck7503

Жыл бұрын

@@richfarfugnuven6308 Disadvantage= short bed. The rear locker is only a $300 option on non-Tremor. A HD truck should have a 8 foot bed!

@richfarfugnuven6308

Жыл бұрын

@@kevinhollenbeck7503 not a disadvantage for off-roading…

Somebody should compare and test the old 7.5 to the new 7.3 just for the fun of it. I used to have a Ford f250 XLT lariat and it was a beast.

@rontopping2048

3 жыл бұрын

No comparison 7.5 was probably under 200hp

@mikelavoie8327

3 жыл бұрын

Or the v10 vs 7.3

@Jerry-me1fy

3 жыл бұрын

@@rontopping2048 240

@Icutmetal

2 жыл бұрын

@@rontopping2048 240ish horsepower and 400ft.lb. I had a 1997, and it was a turd.

For me, it breaks down to about 10% more torque from the Ford or a better ride from the Ram. Tough decision really.

@pryme2013

2 жыл бұрын

For me it's made in the United states vs made in Mexico. Ram is not an option for me.

Three-and-half tons in tow plus two sturdy fellas in the front seats. Fifteen seconds is fast for this set up.

🤫🤫🤫 you're driving the price up of my next truck lol

I have a 2020 f250 with the 10800LB HCTTP with the 6.7. It stickered at $74280. I drove a 7.3 and hated it. Coming from a 2019 6.7 F350 that 7.3 is still soft on power and non existant compared to the torque. I peticularly dislike the wait for 4000rpm to actually get moving. My payload is 2998lbs , all because of the 900lbs of GVWR over the 9900lb. I took the capability over luxury. NO COMPARISON to the diesel. Traction control is always cutting power. You can't drive it with the advancetrac turned off. The towing chart is simple to figure it out. My truck is rated 20k on the bumper(3" reciever) and 22k gooseneck(19k fifth hitch limited) I have 30k GCWR because of the 7230lb Dana M275 from the F350 SRW(not the sterling 10.5 like this truck) although the legal RGAWR is 6350lbs it has the 7230lb springs so less sag(dropped 0.75" with my 1800lb fifthwheel pin weight)

Good looking truck but can't afford it I'll just keep my 99 f 350 dually 7.3 with nearly a half million on it for now

@Icutmetal

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for letting us know.

I tow that weight with my 2014 crewmax 4x4 Tundra in city driving easy in throttle and I get 6 to 9 mpg with 2000lb payload. It is what it is. My truck gas a shell, rack, and tools. Dump trailer and equipment trailer and 25 ft travel trailer. In CA I am limited to 10k tow. I need a 1 ton, wife is gonna take over the Tundra and I have it as backup. I just changed my trans oil at 60k and it was black, but not burned. I think I will go to a 30k interval. Nice review, right in line with my needs. Thanks.

I actually have one of these. 7.3l 10spd trans and 4.30 locking diff rear. I absolutely love it! And it has roll down windows, no carpet , and after my trade...I Paid 34K for it. Yes not 70K .

@nicholassmith7048

3 жыл бұрын

But your trade in was worth 50K

@nathanmcdonald610

3 жыл бұрын

@@nicholassmith7048 He probably doesn't live in Canada, you can get one of these for significantly cheaper if you live in the States.

@TruckKing

3 жыл бұрын

It's also about telling the dealer you want to talk to the "fleet manager" - that's where the base trucks are.

So it squatted 3 inches, but did you notice it was leveled.

Looking at the time board, 15.1 was pretty good for 9000 lbs. It just a second slower than the 6.2 gm with 7k. The tundra should be embarrassed. I believe the tundra has a 4.10 gear ratio. Great review 👍.

@TruckKing

3 жыл бұрын

Power feels great from the 7.3L. Especially through the midrange. This was a 4.30 rear end as well.

@lrr5586

3 жыл бұрын

@JV In the manufacturing world. You usually see more defects selling in larger qtys vs smaller qtys. If Toyota sold the numbers Ford does in a year you would see Toyota's quality drop substantially.

@mikefoehr235

3 жыл бұрын

@@shitloveaduck I know first hand how bad Ford is. Maybe their HD trucks are better but cars and half toms not so much.

@mikefoehr235

3 жыл бұрын

@@shitloveaduck Well I have owned GM and Ford...absolute junk. Where I work, I have a MB Sprinter...another pile of junk. Best truck I had was my 2013 Tacoma...traded for a Tundra. Tacoma had 170 000 kms on it and was almost like new. The 4 best vehicles my wife and I have owned are made by Toyota. GM and Ford have lost me FOREVER.

@johnhill9910

3 жыл бұрын

Id like to see a F150 ecoboost or coyote on this list towing 7k lbs. #2 Honda ridgeline towing 3k lbs lol but no F150's?

Ford's are the best

This is probably the closest engine to a diesel replacement for duty use in SRW applications. That is also partially because of how stupidly over powered modern diesels are for SRWs, and partially because the initial costs of springing for the diesel realistically take over 200k mi or 320k km tobreak even. That didn't even include the ludicrous maintenance costsof diesel, or short life major cost components. There will come a day when they don't exist outside of DRW use.

@richfarfugnuven6308

3 жыл бұрын

Not so sure about that. I have a SRW and a dually diesel. Where I live in CO, there is no comparison in towing heavy, even with the SRW diesel vs a gas. If you do your own diesel oil changes and fuel filter changes I am not sure where the huge maintenance costs are associated with a diesel. I buy synthetic T6 Rotella in bulk and do my own maintenance. If I am too busy at work my mechanic charges me $40 usd to do oil and fuel filters if I provide the parts. Not sure where people come up with these huge costs, unless an EGR or DPF fails out of warranty. My old diesel F350 has neither.

@GeneralLee1870

3 жыл бұрын

There are other aspects: i wonder myself about a calculation after lets say 5 years/10k miles a year and the resale on both the 7.3 vs the 6.7. I guess, the difference will not be that much after all. So the point of doing a TCO (total cost of ownership) depends on if you trade in after a couple years or if you drive it till the end. But the end of a truck is never 0$, until you crash it totally.

@BeanoNoir

3 жыл бұрын

@@richfarfugnuven6308 I also live in CO. I wasn't talking about older diesels that don't have urea injection or DPF. DPF ALWAYS fail outside of warranty, and turbos always need a rebuild (which those turbos are $5k plus variable vane geometry units). EGRs are far more reliable now than they were circa 2008-10, but they are still going to crap out ~150k. Secondly, The 7.3 engine isn't the old 5.4 or 6.8. They pulled over 16,000 lbs with it at high altitude with power to exceed the speed limit. Would a modern diesel pull that weight easier? Of course it would, but at that point it isn't necessary, it's a luxury. I'm not telling people they are idiots for choosing a diesel, but it isn't a justifiable expense. It's 100% just a want in an SRW, not a need. You can buy in bulk for a gasser too, but you only need 8 qts of oil, the filters are smaller and cheaper, and the interval is longer. You don't pay for DEF, you only need a single cranking battery, your fuel filters last twice as long and are cheaper, Tires last longer because your truck is lighter, all under-hood maintenance and repair takes far less time and is actually almost 100% possible without lifting off the cab (which means you can do it yourself), No High dollar components that need rebuild or replacement between 100-150k mi that also need 12+ hours of labor due to the fore alluded to birds nest of an engine bay. In a state like ours that gets quite cold at times, the advantage of being able to park out in the open without paying for fuel gel additives, or parking next to an outlet is nice (one reason why virtually all plow trucks are gas, that and the payload) There are a lot of ways the Gasser saves money nowadays. If you are in fact a guy that does like to do it yourself, like I am, that makes you a prime candidate for getting a new gasser over the diesel when it comes time, unless you practically have a reason. For example, in DRW applications.

@Soladaddy

3 жыл бұрын

Add to that list the 800 lbs saved on weight will come in handy in off-pavement applications and save on wear and tear of front end components. Also no $3500 injectors to be replaced.

First use of a stunt double, when you showed how to use the tailgate step.

@TruckKing

3 жыл бұрын

We did have a special guest star that day...

I'd love to see how the 6.2 compares.

Nice video and great truck. What great capability it has.

8.1 manual with 4.10 gears gets 13 empty. 8.1 has the best torque curve for gas HD trucks. This one is the second best gas for HD.

@Icutmetal

2 жыл бұрын

Had.

@nigerbear2642

2 жыл бұрын

Has.

@Icutmetal

2 жыл бұрын

@@nigerbear2642 They still make it? Oh, ok 👌

Hahaha. "It's not Ridgeline day!". Lol I do love the 7.3 gas. I was just watching something called " the unicorn" truck. A DRW Chevrolet 3500 2wd with like 6k in payload. Lol.

@TruckKing

3 жыл бұрын

It's all about how a truck is configured. You can really change up the tow/payload numbers based on the build.

@stout_tossme7541

3 жыл бұрын

@@TruckKing yep. The Chevrolet I was referring to was a work truck. Base model. Rear-wheel drive. I was impressed. A 1-ton truck when I was a kid couldn't tow what half tons do today. Lol.

Just an fyi, you should do a review on sulastic springs. A ton of guys that own HD trucks don't know about them. Makes an empty F450 ride like an F150 king ranch.

@TruckKing

3 жыл бұрын

Rich, other viewers have suggested this too. Our issue is that we can't modify a truck that is loaned to us. However, if some guys who have installed these would like to reach out to us we might be able to put something together.

@richfarfugnuven6308

3 жыл бұрын

@@TruckKing agreed on that, maybe I will do it on my new truck or possibly old truck and send you a video.

@richfarfugnuven6308

3 жыл бұрын

@@TruckKing maybe you, your dad or a buddy has an HD dually and you could get the sulastic springs free from the manufacturer to do a review.

Love the color is this truck.

Ford may have come in 3rd for acceleration to 100 but look at that difference in trailer weight!

Amazing truck!!!!! 😀 🌶

Holy front airdam, Batman!

@AnontheGOAT

3 жыл бұрын

More like snowplow!

Best duo - since Batman & Robin

@TruckKing

3 жыл бұрын

Bevis and Butthead perhaps?

11.1 mpg is not bad towing 9k lbs IMHO.

@Icutmetal

2 жыл бұрын

Not bad at all.

I really dig that blue paint on that truck!

Careful with that binder. Letting go like you did with the pipe was not a good idea. In fact,you should just dump those binders and get ratchet binders instead. I met a guy at a truck stop a few years ago that had a HUGE dent in his head... So I asked what happened. You know the answer.

I'd wait a few years before I'd buy a Ford truck with a new motor, the reason I say this because I bought a brand new 2011 F250 with the brand new 6.7 diesel back then. Guess what Ford fixed some of the issues and there was a revived motor for 2012. Then again in 2015 it was revived again. Also, I think the new 7.3 motor was made to just meet the stricter air pollution requirements for 2021.

Dude. If your going to compare the super duty to the power wagon, get the Tremor. It was made to compete with the power wagon. I’m not sure why you would consider a base XLT to the power wagon for off-road. The whole reason we got a 2020 250 Tremor was for more off-road if needed and max towing. Best of both worlds the power wagon can compare. Good vids though.

@TruckKing

3 жыл бұрын

You're right. We'd love to do that comparison. We've asked Ford for a Tremor - so far no go.

@dropthepost7803

3 жыл бұрын

@@TruckKing hopefully it happens for ya. Would like to see the review.

That is a awesome truck. I would get it if I needed a HD or even if it got better mpg and was cheaper.

Ford Fleet has a VIN # based spec calculator coming. I saw it yesterday but it's not finished yet.

@Harry-zz2oh

3 жыл бұрын

Good, that is what I need.

I’ve had a lot of Fords and I’ve had to replace window motors in every one of them. I had a Windstar that had to have the driver side motor replaced three times.

@TruckKing

3 жыл бұрын

Shows to go ya. Guess my Grand Dad was right.

@JohnDoe-qy8vr

3 жыл бұрын

I have had trouble with Mine in fact they havent been down in 2years ,hot ? air on,cold? heat on its a drag and a hassle to fix

@Harry-zz2oh

3 жыл бұрын

My wife's 2000 Buick had the same problem. After 4 window motors went out, she never allowed anyone to lower the window. Now she has a Jeep GC and no problems, even after almost five years.

Really enjoy your channel

I’ve been eyeing a few Ford SD250’s; but comparing to my ‘19 Ram 2500 6.4L Tradesman, no way I could trade it up. I have 3,213lb payload and 17,200 max tow! 410hp, 429ftlb torque. Best in its class for its year! I like the rear coil suspension as a daily driver. Drives smooth and comfortable with no load and a load, IMO. Pulls a trailer with ease and smooth. It does hesitate a little and the rpms will run high going up and down mountains and steep grades. But the 6.4 has plenty of power to accomplish the task and with the trans cooler, easy on my 8spd transmission.

@CoyoteFTW

2 жыл бұрын

Ford pulls 2100 max

Good video as usual. Steve, I can't find the video of you interviewing a Ford engine engineer about the 7.3 gas (or was it the 6.2?) a short while ago. Could have been on TFL. Do you have the link for that? Thanks.

@dajo4349

3 жыл бұрын

I found it at kzread.info/dash/bejne/optrz5eAdLHLkcY.html

Nice job. 🇺🇸👍🏻

In my P71 Vic Yes !

Dream truck. ...oh my.

Thank you. I was wondering why it was so difficult to figure out the tow ratings on these Fords.

@TruckKing

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help

That was fast with 9000 lbs

Let’s see some brake tests as well

If You're Towing Between 10,200 LBS & 10,800 LBS, You Can Go With The 6.6L Gas V8,6.4L HEMI Or The 7.3L Godzilla V8 The 3/4 Ton 🇺🇸.

@Icutmetal

2 жыл бұрын

Wait, huh?

thats not bad, with 7k on my 5.4 half ton im getting 13 so factoring in whats going on between the 2 thats not too bad.

Nice truck