Ford F-250 Buyers Guide | What would a Ford Tech Buy?

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Ford F-250 Buyers guide
In this video I break down the best and worst of the F-250. Complete guide to choosing the right F-250 for you!
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00:00 Introduction
00:55 6.2
03:32 7.3
05:44 6.7
10:58 6 Speed
12:28 10 Speed

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@KB9VBT Ай бұрын

Diesel fan boy! I sold my 6.7 and went to a 6.2 and still pull everything I want with no trouble. My Diesel cost me more in repairs in a year than the payments did. Haven't spent a penny on repairs on the 6.2

@johnpatillo5203 Ай бұрын

I agree he said the 6.7 was good and named 100 problems with them

@az678910 8 күн бұрын

You must not pull very heavy then.

@johnpatillo5203 8 күн бұрын

@@az678910 my brothers 18 gas job pulls everything my 6.7 does without all the extra service visits this will be my last diesel to each his own

@leetskeet4476 Күн бұрын

5 years with a 6.7 and never had to do anything other than oil change/filter changes

@chuoelfeo 2 ай бұрын

We got two 6.2 f250s with 300k+ miles. No issues

@goodboyringo9716 18 күн бұрын

Same with me < I have a 2017 6.2 gas , no issues.

@davidg5965 17 күн бұрын

They're like GM's 6.0 Vortec. Underpowered but run forever

@kaytme5915 13 күн бұрын

My 6.2 takes my retirement wherever I want! I don't care about your wanting huge HP! BECAUSE I DON'T! I WANT RELIABILITY! IT'S TRUE LLY A BAD JOKE EXPECTING PEOPLE TO REMOVE THE BODY TO WORK ON THE TRUCK! IM WAY OUT $ FAR AWAY FROM THE CITIES! ONLY FOOLISH PEOPLE WOULD USE A VEHICLE THAT MUST HAVE THE BODY REMOVED! 💩

@khonesavanhchandara7044 5 күн бұрын

Did you tow a lot?

@jjsroofing860 3 күн бұрын

I have a 2020 F-250 6.2 6 speed. . I think it’s great. I disagree big time with this guy. It has good power and torque for towing my two work trailers. One is 5000 lbs other is 12000 lbs. just recently added a new one to the fleet. 2024 F-250 7.3 10 speed. It has a bit more power seems to be good. I like the 10 speed trans. Always in the power band. Love the sound of the Godzilla. I had 2006 6.0 deisel. Was awesome once I bullet proofed it but I’ll never buy another deisel again. Just an oil change cost a fortune. 2 filters.

@owenschieck278 2 ай бұрын

I think in the real world the 6.2 is a great motor. Fleets don’t care about overall power. My work has 6 of them, and they are absolutely the best motors we’ve ever run. The two oldest ones have 11,000 and 13,000 engine hours of heavy towing and they just keep going. Defining out lasting the body lol.

@snowblowinfever9326 Ай бұрын

Yah bro has no idea what he’s saying when he gives them a 2/10

@offroadpatriot7219 2 ай бұрын

Other than lack of power I have never heard anyone complain about reliability on the 6.2. I've personally seen many hitting 350k miles and a handful hitting low 400k miles on the original motor. I have heard of a few going further but I have not seen that in person (yet) however I believe it's very possible. I'd go as far as saying it's one of the most reliable motors fords made in the last 20-30 years next to the old inline 6 300.

@IT_GRUNT 2 ай бұрын

I think the 300 would be more reliable. The Boss is a very reliable motor though.

@offroadpatriot7219 2 ай бұрын

@@IT_GRUNT I said "next to" the 300. You could say it's more reliable and for arguments sake, sure say the 300 is. But I'd say the 6.2 is a very close second.

@lovernchristopher Ай бұрын

@IT_GRUNT pulling lawnmowers the 300;is perfect. We pull 8000-12000 pounds with the 6.2, the 300 wouldn't move it.

@evilmanhut Ай бұрын

440k in my 6.2 and it works every day

@victorcrutchfield6023 Ай бұрын

I've got a XLT with a 6.2 ...with 488320

@atvrepairsandmore2482 2 ай бұрын

Only person I’ve seen say the 6.2 is unreliable and trash. Not powerhouse but they will run all day with no problems. More reliable than the new 7.3 and 6.7 in my opinion. 6.7 really needs to drop the CP4 and it will be nearly bulletproof but I still prefer the gas engines for longevity, low repair cost and maintenance. 6.7 does pull like a dream but it’s easily $5k+ when something breaks on it. Can put a new engine in a gas truck for the price of the fuel system on the diesel alone.

@alexbetancourt7110 2 ай бұрын

Make a video about the top 10 things you would upgrade / change in the 6.7 and what you would put in instead. Would be dope

@anthonyvaldez1313 2 ай бұрын

I own a 2023 F250 XL w/STX package. It has the 6.8L V8 engine. It pulls my 8,000 lb travel trailer with no issues. It is also my daily driver. Very happy with my 6.8

@cliffordmontana4562 2 ай бұрын

Nice! The XL with STX package is all I buy. I got a crew cab long bed 2022 4x4 with 7.3, 4.30 gears and 48 gallon gas tank. I got basically every option I could add on including remote start, Sirius, upfitter switches, etc. Sticker price was over 57k and with Ford A plan I got it for under 50k plus tax.

@treeamigo8447 22 күн бұрын

8000 lol. You could've bought a 1/2 ton.

@anthonyvaldez1313 22 күн бұрын

@@treeamigo8447 Nope. I can only speak about Ford 1/2 tons because I have owned a 5.0 L and a 3.5 L and their cooling capacity is nowhere close to a 3/4 ton and above. Not to mention the longer wheel base and heavier/sturdier ride that comes from a Super Duty. Also you will never find 3,822 lbs of payload capacity on a 1/2 ton truck. For my situation with my size of family it works. I have towed my 8000 lbs gvwr travel trailer with 1/2 tons many years with only one overheating issue. Once I switched to a 3/4 ton I will never go back, it’s my daily driver and vacation tow vehicle.

@cliffordmontana4562 21 күн бұрын

@@treeamigo8447 Half tons weigh 2,000 pounds less, have much smaller brakes, and get blown around a lot while towing tall trailers. It’s not even close.

@Prisonmike89 2 ай бұрын

7.3 gasser unless you own an excavation or haul triple axle trailers on a regular basis. 10 speed with gas is under rated imo.

@ShelbyvsViper Ай бұрын

Absolutely. Just don’t buy a 2020 model year when they couldn’t get cams and lifters from their normal supplier (Covid supply chain issues). New ones are fine, and why would you give something a 7/10 when you don’t see them in for repairs? If it ain’t breaking you won’t see it! 😮

@cliffh8486 2 ай бұрын

Owing a work truck isn’t a hobby it needs to work and make money. The 6.2 is a good motor. Just ask the bean counters at any railroad or oil company. There is a reason you don’t see many diesel trucks where there is a gas option in the fleets. Good video!

@kevinbryant3455 2 ай бұрын

My '11 F250 6.7L has been fully deleted, over 200K miles ago, and still runs like a mad man. I run the smallest tune in it, 440HP/880ft lbs, and pull about 19mpg around town and 25-27mpg on the highway. I need a new front seat and passenger side tow mirror, but that's it. Absolutely love this truck and will keep it forever if I am able. My Excursion has the 6.8L gasser and it just runs. It ain't fast, but it will never quit. And oil changes are cheap!

@cliffordmontana4562 2 ай бұрын

27 mpg highway? lol. Good try.

@tidbits7808 2 ай бұрын

@@cliffordmontana4562 You must run a stock intake and tune, you can get 27 on the highway easy with a good tune and a good foot(unloaded).

@mattburnett7347 Ай бұрын

My bone stock 2020 gets 25mpg on the highway. I could easily see a tuned truck get 27mpg.

@michiganresponders Ай бұрын

What program did you use for the delete? HPTuners?

@tidbits7808 Ай бұрын

@@michiganrespondersfor an 11? It probably fell off in a boating accident

@donjerlis 2 ай бұрын

2013 f250 platinum diesel here. I ripped out the CP4 pump and installed the DCR about four months ago. Hard piped the intercooler pipe and I feel pretty good with it now. Runs great.

@snowblowinfever9326 Ай бұрын

16,000 running hours on my 6.2. Never been opened up. I would have expected better from a ford channel

@CoffeeNo0b0514 Ай бұрын

You would have expected better from the guy that does this daily versus your one off experience?

@az678910 8 күн бұрын

Yeah there's plenty of guys with plenty of anecdotes but I would trust the guy who has to open these up every damn day

@lovernchristopher 2 ай бұрын

We have a fleet of 6.2 super dutys. They replaced the 5.4's and all the chevys. The Chevy s suffered many transmission issues and fuel pump failures. As fleet owner's, cost of operating and maintenance, the chevys are awful. During a typical 250k lifespan the chevys usually end up with two major trans repairs or overhaul and at minimum two fuel pump failures. We operate under a municipal utilities providing electric, nat gas, sewer and water. They count every penny of maintenance and operating cost. The super duties usually retire at 250k with original trans and fuel systems. Front trans bearing failures have happened with the super duties but thats a cheap fix that takes less than 5 hours to repair. Those that have the failed bearing runs nonstop for 8 - 12 hours daily. We have in my dept 15 2011 and up super duty gas and two 6.7 diesels. The 2014 6.7 f450 crew cab dump gives us the most trouble. To much to list. But , we didn't have many troubles with the 5.4 either. Our maintenance division only uses 15w40 for everything that they service, even the few generators get it. Each of our divisions have somewhere around 10 -15 6.2's.i think its somewhere around 50 total including the administrations. I hate to say it but i believe this video isn't completely accurate. I still enjoy watching the videos. I wish I could send the cost analysis for all our vehicles. Its very revealing and awful troubling for the Chevy guys. No Rams , sorry

@MrFPSWisconsin Ай бұрын

Can you email me the cost breakdown? Currently looking between 6.2 f250 and 6.0 2500 chevy

@samuelhatch8470 Ай бұрын

Ford's have a barbie exhaust brake. Sorry that's the truth.

@lovernchristopher Ай бұрын

@MrFPSWisconsin 6.2 isn't available anymore. We've already started the transition to the new 6.8. The cost has also dramatically increased on the crew chassis . Not sure , but I'm expecting our city admin to accept bids again and that would mix things up again. I'll try to screenshot the analysis with my phone. That's really protected info , not sure why. I do remember that the 6.0 had issues with the flywheel cracks, and the usual things like fuel pumps and unusual trans issues. But that's at a fleet level. One or two trucks it wouldn't matter so much. Personally I can manage a trans change, fuel pump etc. fleet owners add up every penny and decide on those details. So consider this. A 3500 crew with a mini excavator and air compressed on a trailer with 4 crew members miles away from the maintenance facility has a fuel pump failure. A tow truck, a temporary replacement truck , and all the planning and prep that went into the job that is delayed or canceled all adds up to what could be thousands of dollars. Also happens to the ford's, no truck is perfect. As for me , I was in the market for a used utility truck a few years ago and was considering all the brands . I ran across a 2500 6.0 but it was heavily abused but low miles 160k around $8500. About to pull trigger and found a 250 6.2 for $12500 much better condition with 175k from a family friend that was retiring and it needed a few maintenance items such as body bushings, evap temp sensor, tires and brakes. Now have 247k. Stumbles at idle occasionally but never shuts off. Pulls heavy loads most of the time . Also 3rd gear can't decide if it wants to contribute to the heavy weight sometimes but I can expect that now. The condition is so good I believe I'm going to have the trans overhauled and maybe a timing chain just incase.

@lovernchristopher Ай бұрын

@samuelhatch8470 I definitely agree. I once drove a dodge 2500 & the exhaust brake was amazing! I couldn't believe the difference. 2022 pulling around 10k , I also liked the lower RPM power of the Cummins. Personally I think the inline is better for heavy towing. I'll tell you a secret, the older f750 runs the Cummins engines LOL , but don't tell anyone.

@isaachousley325 Ай бұрын

@lovernchristopher i work as a fedex delivery driver for a contractor; one of our mechanics has said the same thing about the reliability of ford compared to chevy. We have a pretty varied fleet,ranging Nissans, GMs, fords, and one freightliner chassis. We cant seem to kill the freightliner, despite being an 07 with over 800k, but the GMs have pretty bad reliability. The fords give us the least problems, and the nissans ain't great but aint smack you in the face terrible. No 6.2s in our fleet, as if i remember correctly, ford never offered it in the stripped chassiss or the van cutaways that our trucks are based on.

@paulovictorlimabrilhante 2 ай бұрын

Thank you very much for the tips on the channel, I'm a Brazilian fan of your content, I'm also a mechanic and I intend to go to the United States and through your videos understand a little more about the automotive industry in the United States

@user-tg3vw4pd7j 2 ай бұрын

Id buy a 7.3 if there was a option for a heavy duty 6 speed like the old 6r140. 10 speed is a over engineered pos. 6.2 is reliable matted to a reliable 6 speed. If i was in the business repairing vehicles id hate them too.

@pdegnan4852 2 ай бұрын

So you actually can get the 7.3L (Godzilla) with a 6-speed TorqShift, but sadly that "package" only exists (from the factory that is) in the E-Series Cutaway Van chassis and the Class 6/7 F-Series Medium Duty stuff. It's also derated to around 320-330HP, but still the same torque numbers. You see that package used a lot in shuttle buses, and things like panel trucks and step vans. I've always wondered if anybody has tried swapping that current 6-speed into an F250/350/450/550 that would usually be mated to the 10R140 if they had to write off their current 10R140 out-of-warranty. Also, I own a 2022 F250 Regular Cab with the 7.3L. The 7.3L appealed to me because it was a "return to basics" of sorts : Overhead valve and port fuel injection (versus GM's L8T with direction injection). I actually picked the F-250 over the F-150 because of all the oil consumption issues with the 5.0L Coyote, and because Ford finally had to bow to the EPA and start using cylinder deactivation on the 5.0L. This is all the type of stuff that usually leads to premature engine failure, which I obviously wanted to avoid. So yea, I didn't need a 3/4 Ton pickup, but I bought one because you can still get "more basic" powertrain package in the 3/4 Tons (at least for now anyways). I also agree with you that : The 10R140 is a finnicky transmission. I spec'd my truck with 4.30 gears, and I've found that : If you don't let that truck warm up for at least 5 minutes after it's sat for a few hours, the transmission shifts like it's broken (i.e. super hard shifts out of 1st gear, sporadic rough downshifts if you're both slowing down and turning at the same time... just weird stuff). After 2 years of ownership I've "figured out" to make the transmission "behave itself", but that also doesn't seem like something you should have to do lol. I also picked the 7.3L because : While I could afford the extra 10k for the 6.7L PowerStroke, I didn't want the additional ownership costs of a modern diesel (the fuel filters, the DEF, exhaust regen regimen, the inevitable failure of the fuel injectors, and the list goes on). It's also well known that those 6.7L's do not like to sit off for extended period of time, and in my situation my truck will sit for days sometimes until I have a need to use it. The 7.3L strikes a balance between having an acceptable amount of power for most tasks (I do not tow 20,000 pounds on a regular basis), and still getting that lower total cost of ownership of a gasoline engine over a diesel. I realize if I ever get rid of this 250 that I'll get less money for than a diesel, but I doubt it'll be enough of a hit to justify the $9,500.00+ option SKU that the 6.7L PowerStroke demanded on the 2022 build sheet, plus all the other maintenance that comes with owning a modern diesel.

@davidstanton2733 27 күн бұрын

I'am a retired ford mechanic and I like your show you and I agree on everything and I just bought my 2023 F250 6.7 Ho Diesel and I love it. your doing a great show Thank-you!

@user-sz4hy8ou3d 2 ай бұрын

Incredible report Mayson 🥳

@FlyingWrenches13 2 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@tedhill7017 2 ай бұрын

Great information. I have been considering either a 250 or 350. Thank you.

@aaammm1033 2 ай бұрын

As a ford tech I tell everyone to buy a 6.7 diesel even if all they do is a jet sky. After all its the biggest money maker around!

@stevenbrooks1243 2 ай бұрын

Absolutely you guys got to keep the paychecks rolling in

@ChrisD-kl3ty 2 ай бұрын

Thanks! I enjoy these vids. Og 6.7 owner here.

@kb94596 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for doing this Mayson!

@FlyingWrenches13 2 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@willb7975 2 ай бұрын

Mayson... .great overview from "real-world" perspective of your trade. My '17 F350 6.7... bit lighter in weight with a 75hp bump tune, has been reliable thus far minus the seeping upper oil-pan "caulk" seal (unable to find a younger gen upper oil pan with a o-ring gasket".... thanks for your time and introspect.

@gavintruster3886 2 ай бұрын

6.2 seem pretty solid to me from what i’ve seen

@dougpeirce726 2 ай бұрын

ive got a 2011 crew cab long bed 4wd with the 6.2l. Been real reliable, cheap, and pulls a construction trailer with car on it at 75 mph on interstate when I need it too. I like it. Truck is in great shape as I don't drive it much. Most likely will be my forever truck.

@user-sm8tf7ty2b 2 ай бұрын

Me personally I love the 6.2 I’ve got close to 300 thousands and have never had an issue doesn’t leak a drop of anything and I’ve not been the best on maintenance lol I pull a 16 ft enclosed trailer full of tools every single day has been a great truck!!

@fastinradfordable Ай бұрын

Cute My 1998 1.9 vw tdi had over 300,000 when I got it in 2010 lol.

@4500az Ай бұрын

@@fastinradfordable How's the tdi for towing?

@chadcomstock4144 Ай бұрын

I love my 2022 6.7!!! Great video mayson! Keep them coming

@nobodyhome2318 2 ай бұрын

Great video!🎉

@FlyingWrenches13 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@HammerdownMotorsportsUSA 2 ай бұрын

I traded my 2014 Ram cummins with the Aisin for my 2022 F350 6.7 Platinum I think it is the sweet spot for these trucks before the refresh and has the big screen love the 10 speed so far and truck is a powerhouse

@jaymitchell1824 2 ай бұрын

Great video. Much appreciated. Cheers 🍻

@jasonkubitz9410 Ай бұрын

I love my 2017 6.7. Would I love to upgrade to have a 10R140, absolutely. I don't tow super heavy but I'll tell you towing 14K lbs up 6% grades at 5K ft altitude will make any gasser sound like it's its last pull. That's where the 6.7 shines. Add more gears and it makes it look like childes play. My buddy has a new 23' 6.7 HO and he tows way heavier than me. Up the same grades he doesn't walk but runs away from me. If I had the money, I would definitely upgrade. Love your videos man. I've been watching you from the beginning. Thank you for your honest opinion, your expertise, and your hard work.

@ar15gator 7 күн бұрын

Needed to see this video. Thank you for your time and efforts, along with your hard work daily ✊🏻✌🏻

@BretteCaldwell 15 күн бұрын

I have a 2012 and 2013 F250 Lariat. One is a four wheel drive, and the other is a two wheel drive. They both have the 6.2 and 300,000 miles combined haven’t had any issues with engine or transmission. The only major problem I’ve had with my SuperDutys are the cab mounts. But a great local mechanic fixed them with S&B silicone bushings for $1,200 (each truck). I personally love my 6.2s. I’m not jealous of the 6.7 maintenance costs. I can still get a speeding ticket towing a trailer in my 6.2 as well.

@ShopJock 2 ай бұрын

Best part about owing a 6.2 is not having to work on it. The 6.7 has been pretty much problem free except def hesters and a intercooler

@stevenbrooks1243 2 ай бұрын

Lol plenty more than that with a 6.7

@tylergano1246 Ай бұрын

Thank you for this video! I’m currently looking at 6.7’s versus the gas motors and I’m definitely getting a 6.7 after watching this.

@brandonwytaske9432 Ай бұрын

If you are going to daily your truck and your one way commute is under 20 miles get the gas. If you're not or have a long daily drive the diesel is fine. These new trucks don't like short drives due to all the emissions systems needing time and heat to work. They will fail more rapidly with short drives.

@JJ-mh3hb 2 ай бұрын

6.2 is an awesome engine...

@GoyslopGladiator 2 ай бұрын

My left ear loved this. Remember when you set up recording to set your audio to 'Mono' instead of 'Stereo', it sounds like you have a mono microphone

@GarzaDiesel 2 ай бұрын

I’m really enjoying my 6.7 power stroke. Glad it’s rated so high!

@brad3139 Ай бұрын

Aside from occasional spark plug issues, i think the 3V triton V10 is very good budget based choice.

@metalbeast83 2 ай бұрын

I have had my 2020 F350 with the 7.3 since new an it has almost 100k miles no issues with the motor, the only warranty issue i have had was the fuel pump, so it got a updated fuel pump under warranty. Other than that no issues , it now has longtube headers with high flow cats an tuned, an it is surprisingly fast for such a big truck. Next mods is going to be upgraded cam, an whipple.

@littlefred811 Ай бұрын

The man has a Dale's Pale Ale Sticker. Obviously a Mechanic of class and taste... On a serious note, I enjoy his videos.

@mattphillips1910 Ай бұрын

Very informative video. Thank you for putting this up. Even though you're wrong about the 7.3 PSD, I will forgive you.

@brandonkuske4185 2 ай бұрын

I love my 6.2, does everything just fine for what I have. I’d say the 7.3 gasser with the proper gear ratio is a better bet than a diesel unless you tow heavy weekly. I think most buy a diesel just cause they think they need it.

@alexleigh3469 23 күн бұрын

great video

@NOFBDYBS 2 ай бұрын

What? The 6.2 is the ONLY SD engine in recent time that isn't a huge POS. Fuck a diesel.

@kaytme5915 13 күн бұрын

Also fk having to remove the truck body just to work on it! 🐶💩💩💩🎶💩💩🎵😂

@scottallen5601 2 ай бұрын

Being a 1995 dually F350 Centurion 460 gas owner. I am looking to go to a diesel for very, very cold weather, and a very mountainous area, pulling everything from tag along to 5th wheel and 50hp tractors. I'm looking for a video on your idea on an F350 single axle and dually and the only reason I am ask is because of a statement you post in a video. "You did not know and did not have that much experience on that engine." Honesty is a breath of fresh air. Not looking on advise on what to purchase, but the engines and transmissions hold up and issues. I am a very tight on maintenance do it on time or before.

@inspectorgadget6510 2 ай бұрын

I’m 33 and currently do hvac. I went to my local community college for diesel mechanics. My dream career has always been to become an automotive tech. When I graduated college i couldn’t find an entry level automotive tech position so ended up in hvac. Long story short I feel like it’s time to leave my current company and still dream of becoming an automotive tech. I’m mechanically inclined, always loved learning about engines, transmissions anything automotive related, can do basic maintenance. So my main question is do you think it’s a good idea being 33 and taking on a new career? I found your channel a few days ago and just subscribed! Keep up the great work!

@fisher1972 2 ай бұрын

Take it from me,I’ve been in the industry almost 30 yrs,with majority as a shop owner. HVAC is the better career path. You’ll never quit spending thousands on tools,and the bull crap the auto makers are putting out year after year. My son is a plumber,and makes almost more money with far less hassle. HVAC guys in my area are making huge money,and will never be lacking for work!

@inspectorgadget6510 2 ай бұрын

Do you think being 33 that is older than what Ford dealerships what to hire in an entry level tech position? I have applied at 3 Ford dealerships and only get emails saying the next person will call me. For instance: I received a email from the general manager saying HR will call me then a email from HR saying a service manager will call me then no email nor phone call in 2 weeks. Those messages were all from the same dealership.

@fisher1972 2 ай бұрын

⁠No that’s not too old at all. Maybe your lack of experience is hindering you? I was 21 when I started with a ford dealership,and I worked with guys in their 50’s and 60’s. But maybe your area has something to do with it also? I’d be willing to start at the bottom doing oil changes and service work to get my foot in the door. With the tech shortage,I don’t see any reason you wouldn’t get hired.

@drunkendonkey4611 2 ай бұрын

Shit dude, you've got plenty of time to change and grow. You've got at least 30 yrs left in the workforce. I've been looking at hvac or welding. Been a chef for over 20 years, pretty tired of baby sitting igits.

@inspectorgadget6510 2 ай бұрын

Being a automotive tech has been and still is my dream career. What’s hindering me from it first off is no one responding to me messages/applications and secondly(and really the biggest hindrance to me) I know I won’t make what I make now. I’m supporting a stay at home wife and 2 kids.

@nyrangers3150 2 ай бұрын

I have too many fords to list but have these engines, 4.6 triton(f150), 5.4 triton(f350), 6.8(f450, f550) 6.2(f250, f350), and the big 6.7(2012 F350 SRW, 2015 F350 DRW). To be truthful, I do love the diesels(turbo) but I will take my GM vortec 6 liter anyday. No engine or rust issues and over 300k miles, just hate the electric issues (bcm, ecu, other)... Looking forward to electric! Thanks for the videos! Love the content!

@ramaswamynarayanaswamy4806 22 күн бұрын

That 6.0 is very easy to work on and extremely reliable. Terrible fuel economy (even worse than the 7.3 Godzilla).

@yankeetown3739 11 күн бұрын

Had a 2013 6.2 Raptor and loved it. I did have a broken valve spring at 100k miles. Only problem I had in 135k miles.

@opasgarage4423 2 ай бұрын

Great video but I'll keep rolling down the road with my (pre emission BS) 7.3, zf6 that I paid cash for back when you were in diapers!

@greenshield1 21 күн бұрын

Had a 2013 350 6.7, 200k miles, pulled our 5th wheel.and DD, as well as firewood. Loved her, a lady ran a stop sogn last year and was only insured to 15k. The truck was totaled and I cant afford another. Had no payment for years and the prices with high interest make it impossible to replace. Now my 5th wheel sits, family cant camp, this sucks. That truck was incredible.

@Seasniffer69 3 күн бұрын

Did you not have under insured comp in your own insurance policy?

@timyanke9559 2 ай бұрын

if you can find a late 80's will a 300 six and a 5speed. not a powerhouse but decent on fuel and reliable.

@isaachousley325 Ай бұрын

Reliable, yes. Fuel efficient? That laughably relative. I have a 92 300 with 5 speed. It gets 14-15 unloaded. Its also spinning 31" all terrains, so that does drop it a bit. Do love the fact that engine will take some abuse and just laugh.

@govtfunded 14 күн бұрын

Congrats on Senior Master, young man. That's not easy, incredible accomplishment!

@spyder000069 28 күн бұрын

My 2019 6.2 is a rocket when i need to pass someone. It has the 4.30s in the rear so maybe that helps. Runs smooth. Dont have to shut the truck off at a drive through. 6 speed shifts nice and doesnt hunt for gears. Ive got no issues with the powertrain.

@crazyman8472 2 ай бұрын

Should buy: 2003 and earlier 7.3L turbo-diesel. Shouldn’t buy: anything else. 😜

@JakeScott-ke3sh 2 ай бұрын

Trash

@ristevedouglas6501 2 ай бұрын

dinosaur motor

@7.3clan41 2 ай бұрын

6.7 is more reliable but their always in the shop🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@JakeScott-ke3sh 2 ай бұрын

@@7.3clan41 when was this?

@7.3clan41 2 ай бұрын

@@JakeScott-ke3sh you watching the video?

@fabinho909090 6 күн бұрын

I, a friend of mine, bought a 2015 f350 6.2 brand new, and now the truck has 375.000 miles and is still running strong .The only maintenance he made was the catalytic converter.

@TheRealSlowhand 2 ай бұрын

Could you put out a follow up to this video going over common engine problems by generation of the 6.7L...

@FlyingWrenches13 2 ай бұрын

Good idea!

@1234567890ZETA 6 күн бұрын

I watched this video and for my preference I went with the 7.3 for my F-350 Tremor. I want to keep mine so being proactive with maintenance will be very important with my ownership of the truck. I considered the 6.2 when the redesigned 2017 trucks came out but it’s just underpowered and I’d have gone with a 6.7 for that era. Now I also know what a 10R140 is 😅 thanks!

@jpope-ster1274 17 сағат бұрын

I had a 6.2 Boss work truck and even though I never had any issues it was notorious in 2012 when I drove it. I’m still holding out hope that Cummins or FMC develops and integrates the opposed piston like the Achates. Based on what you can find on KZfaq, it’s still a prototypical engine, there’s a 10.6L in a Walmart Peterbilt, but there’s no updates on if or when it’ll ever hit the market. Its BHP and thermal rejection numbers seem astronomical compared to 4 stroke fuel burners.

@andyamysarizonaadventures5450 Ай бұрын

I love my 6.2 can pull slip all the across the intersection. The problem I have with the 7.3 is you get the more problematic 10spd transmission.

@colliswilliams8992 2 ай бұрын

This is exactly what I needed! Now, tell me why I should just keep towing my camper with my 2016 F150 3.5L ecoboost that has 170K. Tell me I can't afford it. Tell me hard times are coming. Talk some sense to me.

@marblesand863 2 ай бұрын

Lol

@kingrider75 18 күн бұрын

Don’t do it! Ford doesn’t make a reliable truck these days!

@drprofessor1414 Ай бұрын

What would be a good daily driver used/new vehicle to buy that’s reliable? I was thinking V6 challenger or Camaro. I have a 2012 6.7; paid off but has an upper oil pan leak and an injector leak, I’ve kept up with the oil and it never runs low however I’m not trying to spend over $6k to get that fixed after I paid $5k on tires, alignment and repair, and brakes. I also don’t want to get rid of it because it runs so well and I love it

@nombr Ай бұрын

Hey man, do you have any vids on replacing a fuel cooler on a 6.7 psd? And would you use dorman?

@mh-qq2hj Ай бұрын

I’m a fleet mechanic and we run a lot of super duty trucks. 6.2’s are doggy and it sucks when they get a misfire because honestly, you’re better off replacing all of the coils, plugs and wires. You can replace one coil here and there but you’ll be working on it a lot. They do seem to stay together and not leak though. The 6.6 Chevy will eat it alive in a drag race though and I consider myself a ford guy.

@MrEroupe 2 ай бұрын

Wow the cummins must be a 20/10 on the scale!😂 thanks for the info, now im skeptical of the 6.2 which i thought was a good engine. I’ll never own a power-stroke, too many bad experiences and personal friends had bad experiences.

@dannyluelee Ай бұрын

The 6.8 is now also available on the XLT trim. I think they just updated this option recently.

@jeremyvoight7360 Ай бұрын

I have an uncle that was a Ford service manager for a long time and he swore by the 6.2. Said they were bullet proof. Yes, they are a little under powered, but they get the job done. I have a '19 F250 with 116K on it. Really want a 7.3 gasser but when mine is paid for its hard to justify.

@e.b.6766 2 ай бұрын

Great video, Mason. Thanks.

@FlyingWrenches13 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@nathonarrowood7404 Ай бұрын

I wish you would do a video about the “typewriter” noise the 6.7 makes.

@stevenhanna6973 2 ай бұрын

My 4r100 still going strong 275 thousand miles in my 02 lightning

@smurfadelicsmurfy2056 2 ай бұрын

I would love to upgrade to a f250, I have a 2015 f150 3.5ecoboost, 240k miles love my truck runs like it’s brand new.

@d0uble_O Ай бұрын

got a 6.7/6R140 latest year 😎

@az678910 8 күн бұрын

To everyone that loves their 6.2 l junk, he fixes those the most and the problems are the hardest to deal with compared to the 6.7, That's why he rated it the way he did. I would rather trust the guy with his hands in my oil then some KZfaq comment talking about how their particular 6.2 l happen to last longer than the average.

@AwwwManAndrewww15 Ай бұрын

Only guy I trust rn on KZfaq

@angelbanda9330 2 ай бұрын

Were the 22 350s still having the drum issue in the 10 speed or was it updated for for that year?

@user-io1fq2nu3y 27 күн бұрын

My 04 5.9 2500 4x4 stage 2 transmission billlet torque converter etc stock Injectors banks tuner banks air intake 4 inches exhaust i had 420 hp 800lbs i smoked a 2017 6.7 powerstroke wasnt expecting myself to win

@detroitdiesel7074 2 күн бұрын

My buddy has a 2016 f350 regular cab long box with the 6.2, he runs 35s on 17s, a slight lift, and absolutely whoops the shit out of it. It’s towed more than any diesel pickup I’ve ever seen, talking 28k on a bumper pull in tow every once in a while, and like 16k daily. This truck will also sit comfortably at over a buck on the highway. The trans has been at over 450 degrees after a hard hill pull, and have yet to see an issue. The only downside I would say it has is it gets 7 mpg lol. Other than that solid fuckin truck. Edit: now that I think about it, makes sense a guy getting paid to work on fords would reccomend the 6.7, and dislike the 6.2…

@bbtjdonnelly14 2 ай бұрын

Snuck in "Stealership". hell yeah 😂

@patriciomolina1824 7 күн бұрын

I always tow tons over the 14000 puond weight limit with my 2015 6.2 and its the best gass engine out there

@keatingr1 25 күн бұрын

I'm buying a f250 this year and am sorting out which engine to buy. You didn't mention in the video why the 6.2l was such a bad engine. Could you explain why we shouldn't buy it other than the obvious lower power and torque numbers? Thanks for the videos!

@arthurbright1625 Ай бұрын

Hey Mason I got a question have you ever used 10 weight hydraulic oil for transmission fluid

@echotoday Ай бұрын

I’d like to hear more about the 6.7 HO

@anthony_sasquatch8056 Ай бұрын

Same

@timdavison2417 2 ай бұрын

I have a 2022 f350 regular cab with the 7.3 and it shifts hard sometimes. It only has 17000 miles. Is there a software update? I have also thought about changing fluid and filter on it. Thanks!

@bryceswiger7844 2 ай бұрын

I’m happy he finally addressed all the 6.7 hate he gets on videos which I never understood why people are always saying they’re trash. I mean come on he’s a ford tech of course you see a bunch of ford

@JakeScott-ke3sh 2 ай бұрын

They also made twice as many 6.7ps than dodge and Chevy combined in the equivalent years so that another reason

@user-iu9lg2wf9w 2 ай бұрын

My 10r140 has extremely hard shift into drive and reverse. Plus a knocking in transmission at idle which thousands are complaining about. Should I be concerned? It’s currently 97k miles on it. 2021 tremor F250 xlt

@ysitrim88 2 ай бұрын

Good video young man.

@FlyingWrenches13 2 ай бұрын

Appreciate it

@ysitrim88 2 ай бұрын

@@FlyingWrenches13 Your welcome

@MARINE1FORCE6425 Ай бұрын

How do you compare the 24 6.7 power stroke to the 24 6.6 durimax for performance, power and longevity? Thank you!

@mustbefast9923 Ай бұрын

What’s wrong with the 6.2? I love my 2017, yes it dosent have over 400hp but still does the job no problems.

@Jacob-xj4yk 2 ай бұрын

Hey man I had a short in cylinder 6 on my 2019 6.7.. rode 100 miles or so with it running rough…. You think it could potentially fucked my cam lobe or anything?

@MrBayrum56 29 күн бұрын

Thinking about the’24 f250 but live in NC so can’t delete. What’s your take on the ‘24 6.8?

@joselopez6595 Ай бұрын

Hey, Mason, sorry for the bother, but I just replaced the turbo in an 18 escape 2.0 eco boost awd, and now there are acceleration issues, it won’t go past 75mph, and doesn’t have power….everything is in place and buttoned up properly. Any advice. Getting a P1016-00 wastegate control pressure higher than expected….

@garrygiordano4059 Ай бұрын

What is your recommendation for frequency of oil changes for the 3.5 Ecoboost

@Wesselss 18 күн бұрын

Cp4 I’ve seen go out before 10k and water in the system, the truck should notify or shut off before it gets to the cp4

@davidlotspeich5547 7 күн бұрын

The problem with the diesel engines is the complex emissions systems that cause the trucks to go into limp mode at the drop of a hat, as well as being incredibly expensive to own and maintain.

@nickschaps4022 2 ай бұрын

Bro, the 6.2L is crazy reliable. I have a 2011 that has towed a 30ft trailer it’s entire life. Does it lack power? Absolutely. But it’s been incredibly reliable. As reliable as my ‘13 F150 5.0L. Literally my only complaint is it should have more power for the amount of fuel it guzzles.

@Matticus289 2 ай бұрын

That's what I've seen, also. Their seeming lack of power has made them run forever

@pineappleboi27 Ай бұрын

Strange opinion on the 6.2 gas. I’ve only ever seen positives about it, reliable and does the job. Yeah they’re down on power, but most that I see in company fleets have over 200k with just normal maintenance.

@shockinawesome9595 2 ай бұрын

Just some things I would like to add that he missed. First, the 6.2 is actually a pretty good engine especially when you compare it to the 5.4 it replaced. I think if you want to pull up to 10k with it it will do just fine. You could probably go a bit higher if you just tow in town or same rural highways. But if its a cab and chassis truck then forget the 6.2 they derate them about 100hp for emission and they have no balls what so ever, on par with a 5.4. The 2011-2014 6.7 I would avoid because they are known to have turbo problems and exhaust manifold studs break. But if you know that the turbo has been replaced or exhaust manifold studs have been replaced they are ok. I would go with 2015 up since they came with a bigger turbo that doesn't have bearing issues and also the updated exhaust manifold studs. Plus the 2015 and up get an exhaust brake that works awesome. The 6r140 are pretty bulletproof except I have known them to shift hard or weird on the 2-3 or 5-6 shift. Usually, it is just the valve body that needs to be replaced. Other than that they are pretty bulletproof as long as you do regular fluid changes. I just got a 24 f250 with the 6.7HO, I only have like 450 miles on it so I haven't hooked up a trailer but the but dyno says that its gonna pull hard.

@thecommoncarpenter6544 Ай бұрын

6.2 is a fantastic gasoline engine, not to be compared to a diesel. Most municipals use the 6.2 here in ny were I live and beat the crap out of them and they don’t die. The population in my county is 2 million ppl just to give an idea on the municipal size, 99% ford 6.2. Also a 250 has a better suspension and higher payload and towing capacity then a 150, can’t compare. Good work on your channel keep it up!

@mrgalactic9812 3 күн бұрын

We have the 10R80 on our 2018 Lincoln Navigator L. Took it into our Ford Dealer for harsh shifting. They mentioned the trans had already been overhauled (previous owners). So they reset the adaptive learning drive cycle, that's all. I hopped on the internet, hours later down the rabbit hole i'm seeing class-action lawsuits and lots of problems. My question is: If my dealer has already determined the trans was previously rebuilt and it's STILL having issues, were we just unlucky? Should I be pushing them for a new trans? It's under full warranty until September and I'm worried their adaptive drive reset was just them buying time until the warranty runs out. Any advice would be appreciated. I've read these 10speeds are AMAZING when they're functioning properly. I'd like to keep it but losing faith.

@user-ok5gy6qy7c Ай бұрын

I have a 6.2l mine throws random missfire codes. 125k miles. Love the truck though

@mrglock2313 2 ай бұрын

I do not t think this channel of this man is a joke. He is talking with real experience. I had a 6.2 in a raptor and it was extremely reliable. 185,000 when i traded it off. I never had a problem, but my friend had many issues with it.

@ChadCoutts-pm7un Ай бұрын

I'm honestly amazed you said they are crap don't buy them lol all 3 of are 6.2 f250 had over 280,000 miles with regular maintenance and pulled 20ft enclosed trailers with 2 gutter machines and all materials.most amazing work trucks we have seen.

@isaachousley325 Ай бұрын

Thats thing, they're work trucks. This guy aint taking that into account.