mpgs with 250?
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For sure look for a later model 6.0L. There are a lot of articles out there discussing the common problems and fixes through out the years of that engine.
On another note, even if you get 15-18mpg, you aren't going to be saving any money by buying another truck, maintaining a diesel, and paying more for the price of diesel fuel. I wouldn't do it unless you really need a big diesel. Otherwise you are better off buying a beat up old econobox.
On another note, even if you get 15-18mpg, you aren't going to be saving any money by buying another truck, maintaining a diesel, and paying more for the price of diesel fuel. I wouldn't do it unless you really need a big diesel. Otherwise you are better off buying a beat up old econobox.
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Depending on how my right foot feels I can get 18 to 19 out of my 7.3l.
Not all 6.0s are bad. They had their problems but that is mostly from the headbolt isssues and egr issues. Yes a diesel may cost a lot more on parts but they are built to handle more abuse. Plus the big thing of a diesel over gas is the longevity of the engine.
I personally like driving my ranger and 250 just the same. But I really like me diesel more. I have used and abused the truck with working and engine mods. Its all in what you need the truck for. Just a daily driver with the occasional trailer tow you can get by with a gasser. If you must have a diesel and want mpg a cummins or duramax get better mpg honestly. I just love my Superduty more.
Not all 6.0s are bad. They had their problems but that is mostly from the headbolt isssues and egr issues. Yes a diesel may cost a lot more on parts but they are built to handle more abuse. Plus the big thing of a diesel over gas is the longevity of the engine.
I personally like driving my ranger and 250 just the same. But I really like me diesel more. I have used and abused the truck with working and engine mods. Its all in what you need the truck for. Just a daily driver with the occasional trailer tow you can get by with a gasser. If you must have a diesel and want mpg a cummins or duramax get better mpg honestly. I just love my Superduty more.
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