I am a dodge guy, but the fact that channels like this exist would make me consider getting a nice 6.0 and having it sent to Bill to be bulletproofed. Please, NEVER stop making videos!
I'm a Cummins guy , but I like powerstrokes and I love watching your videos. A lot of info and everything you need to know and nothing you don't! Keep them coming!
My former boss was proud that he got his 2000 4r100 rebuilt for $900. Then he got mad because it blew after 10k miles. I said "What do you expect? That should be a $3k rebuild."
Hey you’re the Powerstroke King Bill! I’ve been watching you for years! I have an early 99 7.3 with 340k miles. Owned since 230k miles (8 yrs). Still runs strong and starts good. Daily driver work truck, with some light to medium towing. Mileage and power is down and smokes fairly blue on start up. Keep good clean oil, clean air filter, fuel filter, tank pickup screens, cleaned exhaust back pressure line and sensor, bla bla bla, keep up on the small things. I figure injectors are just getting worn although they still operate well if you know what I mean. Thinking to go full force stage 1 (180cc/0 over) injectors, and a hydra chip with jelibuilt tunes, glow plugs, cover gaskets and harness. Going for slight increase in power, mileage, and longevity. Would love to still be driving her everyday at a million miles! Curious to know if anyone thinks I’m nuts or does it make sense giving the premis that I plan to keep the truck for the long haul?
Is it just me or are transmissions one of the seven wonders of the world. Not to mention transmission techs and mechanics like the gentlemen in this video who are craftsmen.
There is not a new thirty. Been there done that. Once thirty is gone there is no getting it back. Love your informative videos about power stokes. I'm a big fan of the power stroke. Great job!
i have an 180k on my 2nd owner psd. she has only stopped working once. ever. i think my ipr hung open. i replaced my hpop and ipr at the same time. i do regular maintenance and then some. i change my full syn oil & filter every 5k. i do my trans every 30k no issues yet. i keep my tune on economy. i love my 99 dually 4x4 crew. this channel has kept it alive for years.
We have 4 7.3's in the family. All of them have over 250K. I just put a trans in my brothers truck @ 280K miles. I got it from Ford for $2400 with a three year unlimited mile warranty. I also installed a 6.0 cooler :) My truck is the only one that has had problems with the engine due to pushing it to 50 PSI of boost. It had 275K on it when it lost #2. I rebuilt it myself with a Ford OH kit. It now has head studs and I had all the sharp edges on the pistons machined. My truck also has a fully built BTS Trans :) and a few other mods. She runs and drives like a new truck...
I never understood why mechanics don't do a full job like this. Yeah the customer had to shell out some extra money, but he will be driving down the road for a long time. It's really hard to find people that know diesels, wish you where nationwide.
I bought a 2003 F250 Lariat extended cab long bed 7.3L with 82K original miles on it for $13.5K here in Texas from the original owner who used it for towing a 5th wheel the first 40K miles then gave it to his son who used it for a daily driver for the next 40k miles or so, he then sold it to me. I guess it was two owners but in the same family anyway. It's about as clean as it can be.
My 2001 7.tree f2shity has 820 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 for 23 years now...wouldn't trade it for a rocket ship
The 6 speed manual is also a weak link. My dad had around 300,000 miles on it and had to get it replaced and all he towed with it was a 1,600 pound hooftrimming table used to trim hooves on dairy cows. He's got a 2002 F-250.
My 2001 7.3 has 354K miles, the first 4R100 failed at 84K miles, I now have a 4R100HD with 260K miles on it. I tow with it regularly and the truck has been all over the country including Alaska. I did put the 6.0 cooler and external trans filter and a temp gauge to monitor temps. What are the differences between the 4R100 and the HD version? I have not been able to find a good answer to what the differences are.
My 2000 7.3 has the original trans with almost 280k on it. Change the fluid, monitor the temp, and install a 6.0 or v10 trans cooler and you're golden!
Sooo why not put a 6.0 trans in a 7.3? No adapter? Advanced Adapter? I was in SEMA 2018, Allison had adaptations for just about everything. Thoughts? Bill? Anyone?
We have an international 4700 26,000 gvwr truck which is on its 2nd 444/7.3 1996 era with 380,000 grueling miles and it's still has the original allison 4spd. automatic in it. They are the toughest transmission made. Those big scrapers and a lot of other heavy equipment have Allison automatics. Allison is owned by general motors so that is why ford don't have them. My personal truck is a 97 f-350 7.3 and an E4od transmission which I have had 0 problems with. I have changed the fluid and filter every 25,000 miles religiously, a must do on them. I also drove tractor trailers for 45 years so I know what you can realistically can expect from a diesel pickup when towing. You have to drive them like you are paying the bills out of your own pocket and if you want them to last 23 years you have to drive them that way. I love my truck and I plan to be buried in it when I die.
You're talking about an electronically controlled transmission vs a pneumatic transmission. To get on to bolt up is one thing, but the truck has to be able to communicate with a 5r110
The early 99 tranny came oem with the 4 pin aluminum planetary. It may have changed before the turbo but not long. I had a front pump seal go so when I dropped it I looked, and replaced the aluminum planetary and put a billet converter in it as they've been known to drop a load as well. Other than that mine is box stock and still going at 300k . I only do occasional dumb stuff with it , but it's still going well . No fire breather. But as I get older I'd rather thump the wife's Shelby.... 😎 Cheers.
I bought my 7.3 with 217k miles for $8k knowing good and well what I was getting into. Since I've had the truck I had to put a new starter in it, new radiator, new coolant expansion tank, new hoses, new water pump, new fan clutch, new alternator, new belt tensioner, new belt, resealed the fuel bowl, resealed the oil cooler, new glow plugs, installed a catch can, new pads and rotors/hubs all around, new wheel bearings, new tires, new ball joints, new steering linkage, upgraded turbo, International bellowed up-pipes, EBV delete, 4" exhaust system, and set of new tires (twice). That's not including the body work I've had to do to it or the few accessories I installed. My latest venture with it now is getting a new transmission for it. Good times.
MrNotorius5500 Wow sounds like we are in the same boat. I payed 7300 for mine but didn't know what I was getting into lol. I have had the transmission worked on have replaced the starter, power steering pump twice. Fixed the pickup in the tank on second set of tires need to do brakes again also. I have a mbrp 5inch exhaust tymar intake stage 1 injectors and tuned it on the dyno, that was a lot of money there. Had a crank no start situation that lasted for months finally had to put truck in shop 6 weeks later got it back month later broke again. Water pump failed this time plus I have to install a radiator new hoses thermostat and housing. I'm learning to work on it though but it stays broke most of the time. I baby the truck but previous owner I later found didnt. Lady t-boned me now I have bunch of body work to fix😠. Not sure if I will keep sinking money into it, I figure I have 8-9 grand in parts and labor tied up and still have more to go it's in my driveway broke as I type this.
My truck was a theft recovery that I picked up from a UCD in Arizona. In its previous life it was a fleet truck that used to pull heavy trailers (evident by the hideaway gooseneck hitch in the bed rated at 25k pounds). The only real reason I bought the truck was the engine because of its reputation for being reliable. That's not to say everything else doesn't go wrong with it as you and I know lol. By the way since I posted last, I got a new transmission put in it. Did it all by myself :P
Can you install a 7.3 on 2006 truck I spent a fortune amount of money over 10,000 on the 6.0 bullet proofing and let me stranded on the side of the road near stone mountain the motor is toast the mechanic blamed number 8 piston wen he was bulletproofing the truck find some damage on the piston and the sleeve so from 10,000 know am looking 5,000 more i said I don't have the kind of money at this point he said I seeing this problems before in most cases they still run for long time. so I got some relief been first time on the diesel community well thanks for taking the time for reading
I just put 2 new 850 Everstart in mine, it turns over fast & the ones in it was 750 ac deco, not big enough. On a cold day it would turn slow & be in need of a charge. Cold days now she starts great every time with 850 ever start batteries 3 year warranty. $98.00 a peace
Daaaaamn Son! Wicked shiner! Glad that is all that happened in the bike wreck.... Yep, the older you get, the worse it hurts and hurts longer.....LOL I was thinking about getting me a mountain bike, but now I don't know! Kinda scared! Heh!
n10cities same thing happened to me runnin wit my dog full tilt and she stops! And down i went on to that 40 grit sidewalk! Bounced twice! Hurt like hell! Im 58 yrs old!
I love my 05 f250 6.0L power stroke diesel it now has 195,600 miles on it i do my oil changes every 5,000 and filters too just had to replace a fuel injector, radiator, and 2 new batteries but other then that I love it with my SCTX4 tuner
Bill, Have you ever thought coming up with a transmission package for the 7.3? A new modern transmission with more gears? I know it is done but no one offers a package. You said in the previous video the the 4R100 transmission case is getting hard to get. Just an idea.
It is in theory possible to swap in a newer 5 or 6 speed, but the effort is just insane. The real devil is A. the stock computer and B. the new TCU for the newer transmission. Its really a pretty tricky deal getting the electronics to work right when swapping transmissions.
They make a High Performance 4R100 Master Kit to make it a level 2 Transmission, Red Eagle Power Pack by Alto...dont let all these different internet sites fool you
I have 2016 6.7 30,000 miles Right now I don't drive much due to fuel here in Ca. I take it out once or twice amonth just to go for a ride or move my Rv
OBS Powerstrokes don't have hydroboost brakes, my F250 has a vacuum pump on it. They also don't have the oil cooler so a few things that is mentioned here doesn't fall into the 94-97 models.
Great video, but why do away with the stock airbox and put in an open element air filter? The stock box at least pulls in cooler air through a duct that leads to behind the front grille. The open element unit you put in will get nothing but hot air.....
I'm 55 and went down on my bicycle a few months back. I was laid up for 5 days. I cracked a rib or two they thought but since they can't do anything about it I just suffered for months. I'm pretty much over it now. Sucks to be an old fart most of the time.
By the way I have a 99 7.3 F250 used for hauling everyday I have had to do most of the stuff you said but I got to 3:50 before I had to do most of it and 500 on a transmission
Hey Bill I'm looking for a truck. I was wondering what truck do you think I should get 6.0l or 7.3l I will probably be towing. I've heard bad things about the 6.0l but I would like your opinion. Please reply back thanks
Hey Bill, I am currently wanting to improve my transmission in my 97 7.3L that's sitting in my truck. I bought a 6.0 05 transmission oil cooler. I am contemplating buying a shift kit. What else can i do to give it that little extra to improve the lifetime of the infamous E4OD.
Bill, the Montana Motorcycle Rider Safety Program uses, among others, a 99 7.3 F250. 170K miles. I routinely tow a trailer with 15 motorcycles across the state. Not sure of the trailer itself, but the truck and trailer weigh 18,500. When I tow, I typically set the cruise at 53 on "tow". She isnt going to win a race, but she gets it done. Given what you are seeing with stock 7.3s, am I asking for trouble?
Hey Bill I ride mountain bikes in NC, [2018 Canyon Spectral] you got some nasty damage there, looks like you hit a few rocks, be sure youre wearing a set of goggles, a GOOD helmet and some knee pads. I watch youtube trail vids and yeah sometimes they bring their dog and its dangerous, I think next time you should HIKE with the dog I AM 64 HEHEHEHE
so much info... I wish I could afford to bring my truck there. I have a old 97 f 250 7.3. bought it for 3995.00 280000 miles. runs good for now but for How long...who knows..
Could you please state the year/model of the truck and how much these repairs and upgrades cost this guy? Im looking at buying one of thees and was wondering about the expense. Thanks
I must have a rare 7.3 because I have a 4r100 complete stock except for the prevenative maintaince like IPR valve cleaning, cps replacement, water pump. locking hubs ect she's at 600 000 and the transmission complete stock was babied and maintained since purchase.
That's just it. Like he said, if you take good care of your truck and do the required maintenance, then you don't have this much wear & tear on the trans and other items. A lot of folks take these trucks and run the p*ss out of them, don't take care of them, then they patch them up and put a little spit polish on them so they can unload it onto someone else....
My 7.3 had 310k before wouldn't go over 35 mph without dying, ended up swapping a new one in. Any one here do the injection service work with the stanadyne and prolong/ have results/ suggestions/ best place to buy the products?
Ryan Lowe: what model and year is your truck? I'm still interested in a 7.3L, even though these guys are trying to dissuade us from buying them. Thanks!
awesome! How often do you do trans fluid changes? I'm a regular maint believer too... can't believe the money wasted on new vehicles because people just don't want to take care of them. Even with new vehicles they don't do anything to them, it's horrible.
See that makes me think, he bought that 1993 7.3 350 might be 450 regardless for 12 grand , but he needed a trans from the start and got lucky honestly to need a new case and some of the parts for the trans itself, granted it was previous owner and the shop he used to blame, along with the needed servicing and batteries plus its bottle necked with the very small turbo and low shooting injectors if hes wanting any impressive power he will need to do that along with the air intake needed to be changed out for atleast a CAI intake regardless! But my point is for $12,000 cash and a set of used Fuel Off-Road Rims i bought my 2004.5 LLY Duramax, Proper proof and paperwork on Headgasket replacement and ARP studs being installed, Has a new 72m VT Garrett Turbo, 40% over injectors, lift pump, CIA intake, PPE bridge, inlet, up and down pipes along with 4 inch turbo back exhaust, so far my current issue i've had to fix was the Filter Head Assembly with the primer on top was old and was not able to seal to pull prime and the metal around the primer was bent with airbleeder screw port had threads missing, Bought a seal kit before i knew the whole head was bent, so i tried it only for it to lose prime again 2 miles down the road, got a Filter Head Assembly with a new factory filter with new WIF sensor and Fuel heater, while installing it i noticed the in-out fuel lines into the head where soft and really briddle filled with cracks, went and bought some special fuel lines that are reall pretty looking but are support to hold up forever against diesel fuel, After the install it was good! My truck being an LLY i dont have the nice 6speed Allison, mine has the 5 speed version. The 5 speed goes into limp mode with very little effort, Your battery cable become ever so slighlty loose? limp mode. Dump on the fuel hard then let off after the pull in to fast or a manner? Hey look fuel rail lost to much pressure!, limp mode. Just last week i had it go into limp mode after a regular shift, wasnt sloppy or slushy, wasnt so firm that it really jolted the truck, it was a nice firm connecting shift but the computer read it slipped. And i mean Trans limp and Engine limp when i was limp mode. 2000 RPM limit and no higher than 3rd gear, sometimes it will even cut boost psi to what seems like a 5psi limit. Im in the process of gettin a price and things needed list thave a built 6speed allison trans put in to replace the 5 speed model, i know ive got to have the TCM for the 6 speed, But hey Bill do you know anyone with Duramax Experience you could refer me to? For something as serious as changing a trans to a whole different model trans id rather pay properly for piece of mind!
How much prolong engine additive you recommend on manual transmission for 7.3 4x4 - on your video you show the bottle of the engine and not transmission.. so i was little confused... and also how much 8 or 12 oz.? Thank you a lot hope i get responded soon thanks....
Thanks for making a new 7.3 Video Bill. I have an 03 7.3 and it has a small radiator sandwiched between the radiator and something else does that mean the trans has been replaced? truck has 341k now and was bought with 115 miles never put a trans in her yet
On the 7.3 E350 van, located in front of the radiator, is the ac condenser. It is roughly the same height and width as the radiator, but is not as thick. Then in front of the ac condenser is the transmission cooler. It is smaller, roughly 7"x14"
First video ive seen of yours. I have a 57 Ford pickup with F2 vin number, but i want to put a Ford diesel in it, whats going to be easier to build to have some good power to it? 6.0 or 7.3? And which trans would be best for it?
I would still buy the 7.3 and freshen it up, any time. this guy will have a great rig now. congrats to him.
I am a dodge guy, but the fact that channels like this exist would make me consider getting a nice 6.0 and having it sent to Bill to be bulletproofed. Please, NEVER stop making videos!
No get the 7.3
2:30 6.0 liters don’t need transmissions because the transmission outlives the damn engine.
Right?
You got that right! I've never lost so much money before.
Bill LOVES the 6.0... They keep him in Business
I'm a Cummins guy , but I like powerstrokes and I love watching your videos. A lot of info and everything you need to know and nothing you don't! Keep them coming!
Haven't had to touch the transmission in my 7.3L Bill, thank you very much. It's the ZF-6! And the 7.3L is still the best diesel that Ford ever made.
Jerry A 6.7 is the only diesel Ford made.
How do you rebuild tranmission for this diesel truck?
Really need to know how to do thisl.
@@jimistephen a
i got over half million km on my 2001 7.3 all in good shape it,s still going strong.
Yet more reason to back up my decision to have a manual transmission behind my 7.3.
Spencer Branting
Yes the manual is a better transmission then the 4r100 👍
Was just quoted $4,000 to re build my zf6.. bad synchro. Edit: still worth it though.
@@vincentsumner5232 is that a manual?
Autozone has remans for $2300. What will i be looking at in labor?
Dude the 4r100 is dirt cheap to rebuild with billet. Like 2500.
My former boss was proud that he got his 2000 4r100 rebuilt for $900. Then he got mad because it blew after 10k miles. I said "What do you expect? That should be a $3k rebuild."
Hey you’re the Powerstroke King Bill! I’ve been watching you for years! I have an early 99 7.3 with 340k miles. Owned since 230k miles (8 yrs). Still runs strong and starts good. Daily driver work truck, with some light to medium towing.
Mileage and power is down and smokes fairly blue on start up. Keep good clean oil, clean air filter, fuel filter, tank pickup screens, cleaned exhaust back pressure line and sensor, bla bla bla, keep up on the small things. I figure injectors are just getting worn although they still operate well if you know what I mean.
Thinking to go full force stage 1 (180cc/0 over) injectors, and a hydra chip with jelibuilt tunes, glow plugs, cover gaskets and harness. Going for slight increase in power, mileage, and longevity. Would love to still be driving her everyday at a million miles!
Curious to know if anyone thinks I’m nuts or does it make sense giving the premis that I plan to keep the truck for the long haul?
Your nuts
You're not nuts. I don't know if I would increase the power on that old of a transmission. Just crossed 300K on mine. Amsoil all the way!
Is it just me or are transmissions one of the seven wonders of the world. Not to mention transmission techs and mechanics like the gentlemen in this video who are craftsmen.
Hell of a shiner. You must love that dog. Good on you.
There is not a new thirty. Been there done that. Once thirty is gone there is no getting it back. Love your informative videos about power stokes. I'm a big fan of the power stroke. Great job!
i have an 180k on my 2nd owner psd. she has only stopped working once. ever. i think my ipr hung open. i replaced my hpop and ipr at the same time. i do regular maintenance and then some. i change my full syn oil & filter every 5k. i do my trans every 30k no issues yet.
i keep my tune on economy.
i love my 99 dually 4x4 crew.
this channel has kept it alive for years.
We have 4 7.3's in the family. All of them have over 250K. I just put a trans in my brothers truck @ 280K miles. I got it from Ford for $2400 with a three year unlimited mile warranty. I also installed a 6.0 cooler :) My truck is the only one that has had problems with the engine due to pushing it to 50 PSI of boost. It had 275K on it when it lost #2. I rebuilt it myself with a Ford OH kit. It now has head studs and I had all the sharp edges on the pistons machined. My truck also has a fully built BTS Trans :) and a few other mods. She runs and drives like a new truck...
what turbo do you have pushing 50 psi??
I hear you man
Ill take an old truck over a new truck ANY day of the week!
props to you, Bill, for getting out there and exercising on Mt bikes! Just a good time 'til the dog gets ya. ;-)
I love how bill healed himself in 5 minutes lol
I love my 6.0, she is a beauty! tow 11,400kg and she pulls hard.
I never understood why mechanics don't do a full job like this. Yeah the customer had to shell out some extra money, but he will be driving down the road for a long time. It's really hard to find people that know diesels, wish you where nationwide.
Thank you for making the 7.3 videos. I have a 2wd 2001 manual and a 2000 auto 4x4. Have a great weekend man!
a telling thing is how clean this guy's shop is, transmissions require details
Great video, I have a stock 2002 F-350 crew cab 4x2 with a 7.3L PSD. I just hit 360,000 miles on it and hope to get much much more from it.
Now I have more understanding of the transmission behind my 7.3L thank you very much .
I bought a 2003 F250 Lariat extended cab long bed 7.3L with 82K original miles on it for $13.5K here in Texas from the original owner who used it for towing a 5th wheel the first 40K miles then gave it to his son who used it for a daily driver for the next 40k miles or so, he then sold it to me. I guess it was two owners but in the same family anyway. It's about as clean as it can be.
Bill; They make these things for dirt bike
Riders; the call em Helmets. They have face guards and many are equipped with vents for cooling...
If you want to dance to the toon be ready to pay the piper. Thanks for education Bill, most appreciated!
My 2001 7.tree f2shity has 820 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 for 23 years now...wouldn't trade it for a rocket ship
My 97' 7.3 has 325,000 miles and I've never touched the transmission
Maybe it's because I never beat the crap out of it
350,000 on mine and I beat the shit out if it
I was about to say if some dodge guys jumped you I'm headed down their and us ford guys going take care of them lol good video
I'd bring my ford backhoe.
The 6 speed manual is also a weak link. My dad had around 300,000 miles on it and had to get it replaced and all he towed with it was a 1,600 pound hooftrimming table used to trim hooves on dairy cows. He's got a 2002 F-250.
My 2001 7.3 has 354K miles, the first 4R100 failed at 84K miles, I now have a 4R100HD with 260K miles on it. I tow with it regularly and the truck has been all over the country including Alaska. I did put the 6.0 cooler and external trans filter and a temp gauge to monitor temps. What are the differences between the 4R100 and the HD version? I have not been able to find a good answer to what the differences are.
Put a Dieselsite Legendary 4R100 in my 2002 and love it. Seems to be the best balance between quality, availability, and price today.
My 2000 7.3 has the original trans with almost 280k on it. Change the fluid, monitor the temp, and install a 6.0 or v10 trans cooler and you're golden!
Wife got him for working late again.
Cool to see two shop's working together.
Another informative video. Thanks for taking the time to do these.
Sooo why not put a 6.0 trans in a 7.3? No adapter? Advanced Adapter?
I was in SEMA 2018, Allison had adaptations for just about everything. Thoughts? Bill? Anyone?
We have an international 4700 26,000 gvwr truck which is on its 2nd 444/7.3 1996 era with 380,000 grueling miles and it's still has the original allison 4spd. automatic in it. They are the toughest transmission made. Those big scrapers and a lot of other heavy equipment have Allison automatics. Allison is owned by general motors so that is why ford don't have them. My personal truck is a 97 f-350 7.3 and an E4od transmission which I have had 0 problems with. I have changed the fluid and filter every 25,000 miles religiously, a must do on them. I also drove tractor trailers for 45 years so I know what you can realistically can expect from a diesel pickup when towing. You have to drive them like you are paying the bills out of your own pocket and if you want them to last 23 years you have to drive them that way. I love my truck and I plan to be buried in it when I die.
You're talking about an electronically controlled transmission vs a pneumatic transmission. To get on to bolt up is one thing, but the truck has to be able to communicate with a 5r110
i bought my 99 7.3 7 years ago for $2500. I've been driving it ever since.
Tstatex i am looking at a 1999 f-250 the guy wants 7000$ do u think it is a good truck and price
The early 99 tranny came oem with the 4 pin aluminum planetary. It may have changed before the turbo but not long. I had a front pump seal go so when I dropped it I looked, and replaced the aluminum planetary and put a billet converter in it as they've been known to drop a load as well. Other than that mine is box stock and still going at 300k . I only do occasional dumb stuff with it , but it's still going well . No fire breather. But as I get older I'd rather thump the wife's Shelby.... 😎 Cheers.
im a dodge guy but I love the 7.3, I think it is a beast and sounds amazing, I would love to drive one
I bought my 7.3 with 217k miles for $8k knowing good and well what I was getting into. Since I've had the truck I had to put a new starter in it, new radiator, new coolant expansion tank, new hoses, new water pump, new fan clutch, new alternator, new belt tensioner, new belt, resealed the fuel bowl, resealed the oil cooler, new glow plugs, installed a catch can, new pads and rotors/hubs all around, new wheel bearings, new tires, new ball joints, new steering linkage, upgraded turbo, International bellowed up-pipes, EBV delete, 4" exhaust system, and set of new tires (twice). That's not including the body work I've had to do to it or the few accessories I installed. My latest venture with it now is getting a new transmission for it. Good times.
MrNotorius5500 Wow sounds like we are in the same boat. I payed 7300 for mine but didn't know what I was getting into lol. I have had the transmission worked on have replaced the starter, power steering pump twice. Fixed the pickup in the tank on second set of tires need to do brakes again also. I have a mbrp 5inch exhaust tymar intake stage 1 injectors and tuned it on the dyno, that was a lot of money there. Had a crank no start situation that lasted for months finally had to put truck in shop 6 weeks later got it back month later broke again. Water pump failed this time plus I have to install a radiator new hoses thermostat and housing. I'm learning to work on it though but it stays broke most of the time. I baby the truck but previous owner I later found didnt. Lady t-boned me now I have bunch of body work to fix😠. Not sure if I will keep sinking money into it, I figure I have 8-9 grand in parts and labor tied up and still have more to go it's in my driveway broke as I type this.
My truck was a theft recovery that I picked up from a UCD in Arizona. In its previous life it was a fleet truck that used to pull heavy trailers (evident by the hideaway gooseneck hitch in the bed rated at 25k pounds). The only real reason I bought the truck was the engine because of its reputation for being reliable. That's not to say everything else doesn't go wrong with it as you and I know lol. By the way since I posted last, I got a new transmission put in it. Did it all by myself :P
I love my 7.3L. But it's a 2000 with a 6 speed manual.
whats the problem being a 6 speed manual???
Nothing....meaning it's not an automatic
As is mine! I had to search for a year and a half before finding a 7.3 with the manual transmission.
I just came across mine at a used car lot. Had it been an automatic I still would've bought it but I'm glad it's a manual.
I have the auto in a 99. Wish I had the manual. 215,000 so far. I live in the rust belt, so the body is falling off.
Can you install a 7.3 on 2006 truck
I spent a fortune amount of money over 10,000 on the 6.0 bullet proofing and let me stranded on the side of the road near stone mountain the motor is toast
the mechanic blamed number 8 piston wen he was bulletproofing the truck find some damage on the piston and the sleeve so from 10,000 know am looking 5,000 more i said I don't have the kind of money at this point
he said I seeing this problems before in most cases they still run for long time. so I got some relief been first time on the diesel community well thanks for taking the time for reading
I just put 2 new 850 Everstart in mine, it turns over fast & the ones in it was 750 ac deco, not big enough. On a cold day it would turn slow & be in need of a charge. Cold days now she starts great every time with 850 ever start batteries 3 year warranty. $98.00 a peace
Daaaaamn Son! Wicked shiner! Glad that is all that happened in the bike wreck.... Yep, the older you get, the worse it hurts and hurts longer.....LOL I was thinking about getting me a mountain bike, but now I don't know! Kinda scared! Heh!
n10cities yep! I'm not fifty yet, and instead of a mountain bike, I'm looking for a hover round!! Not quite as painful when you wreck them!! Lol.
n10cities same thing happened to me runnin wit my dog full tilt and she stops! And down i went on to that 40 grit sidewalk! Bounced twice! Hurt like hell! Im 58 yrs old!
I got a 7.3 with 350,xxx miles with original everything and I haul 8000lbs for 700 miles no issues what so ever
I took it on a trip across country Ca.to Michigan 70 to 80 Mph ,granted mpg was only 9 mpg but it ran like atop cost a fortune.
I love my 05 f250 6.0L power stroke diesel it now has 195,600 miles on it i do my oil changes every 5,000 and filters too just had to replace a fuel injector, radiator, and 2 new batteries but other then that I love it with my SCTX4 tuner
I HEAR powerstroke guru Saids tuning Is bad an will alter the timing an wreck the engine
i still want to believe the tavern and dodge guy story...lol
Awesome video! Thanks for sharing! Gonna be getting my 4r100 out of my 7.3 '02 excursion rebuilt
great video Bill. Ill stick with my 6.0
quite the shiner Bill!
I can speek from experience the oil cooler will leak like a sive when the oring go and it gets cold
Bill, Have you ever thought coming up with a transmission package for the 7.3? A new modern transmission with more gears? I know it is done but no one offers a package. You said in the previous video the the 4R100 transmission case is getting hard to get. Just an idea.
It is in theory possible to swap in a newer 5 or 6 speed, but the effort is just insane. The real devil is A. the stock computer and B. the new TCU for the newer transmission. Its really a pretty tricky deal getting the electronics to work right when swapping transmissions.
They make a High Performance 4R100 Master Kit to make it a level 2 Transmission, Red Eagle Power Pack by Alto...dont let all these different internet sites fool you
@@that_crazy_girl-56 ahh that's perfect
50 is 50!! Love it! Truth!
Someone got taken for a ride. 12,000 plus 12,000=24,000 OMG.
I love the information we get from bill. I hate to see someone get hurt.
I have 2016 6.7 30,000 miles Right now I don't drive much due to fuel here in Ca. I take it out once or twice amonth just to go for a ride or move my Rv
OBS Powerstrokes don't have hydroboost brakes, my F250 has a vacuum pump on it. They also don't have the oil cooler so a few things that is mentioned here doesn't fall into the 94-97 models.
jut saw this truck in person on Saturday with your tech mike. neat.
Great video, but why do away with the stock airbox and put in an open element air filter? The stock box at least pulls in cooler air through a duct that leads to behind the front grille. The open element unit you put in will get nothing but hot air.....
I'm 55 and went down on my bicycle a few months back. I was laid up for 5 days. I cracked a rib or two they thought but since they can't do anything about it I just suffered for months. I'm pretty much over it now. Sucks to be an old fart most of the time.
Looks like you've lost some weight Bill. Good job!
"I know what you're doin." 😂😂 guys a legend
By the way I have a 99 7.3 F250 used for hauling everyday I have had to do most of the stuff you said but I got to 3:50 before I had to do most of it and 500 on a transmission
Had the power steering line go out once heading home.Very little brakes but made it home.
Bill we may be 50 but we got the power of the power stroke
that truck had a transmission from a gas v10 engine. thats why it had alumina planetary and 3 clutch disc in the 3rd cup bell..
The wife said shut up and you thought she said get up I've been there fell off my bike LOL
Hey Bill I'm looking for a truck. I was wondering what truck do you think I should get 6.0l or 7.3l I will probably be towing. I've heard bad things about the 6.0l but I would like your opinion. Please reply back thanks
Hey Bill, I am currently wanting to improve my transmission in my 97 7.3L that's sitting in my truck. I bought a 6.0 05 transmission oil cooler. I am contemplating buying a shift kit. What else can i do to give it that little extra to improve the lifetime of the infamous E4OD.
Tribal bro.
My 7.3 has 430k on the original 4r100
Way to go! I just crossed 300K on the 2000 7.3 with original 4R100 that's never been out of the truck.
I had 270k and the rear bearing went out. I went ahead and rebuilt it but all the clutches were good
Great video as usual!
If doable, couldn't a 6-speed Eaton manual work behind a 7.3?
Was that a dually truck from the factory, or did they change it? The fender liners are missing in the back, which may mean the flares are add-ons.
Bill, the Montana Motorcycle Rider Safety Program uses, among others, a 99 7.3 F250. 170K miles. I routinely tow a trailer with 15 motorcycles across the state. Not sure of the trailer itself, but the truck and trailer weigh 18,500. When I tow, I typically set the cruise at 53 on "tow". She isnt going to win a race, but she gets it done. Given what you are seeing with stock 7.3s, am I asking for trouble?
My brain hurts looking at auto trans pieces.
Hey Bill I ride mountain bikes in NC, [2018 Canyon Spectral] you got some nasty damage there, looks like you hit a few rocks, be sure youre wearing a set of goggles, a GOOD helmet and some knee pads. I watch youtube trail vids and yeah sometimes they bring their dog and its dangerous, I think next time you should HIKE with the dog
I AM 64 HEHEHEHE
Thanks for the information!Change Trasn. Oil every 40 thousands miles.Has 180.000 no transmission yet! Yes push it hard.2WD
4 Door 2003
Just wondering, why was the Dodge guy laughing? They knows more about transmission failures than race car owners! 😂😂
34k pounds busted a seal, resealed it and still getting to pull crazy weights
Bill: You’re RIGHT 50 is 50 and For Me Now is 62 Years Old Good Buddy 👌👋🤞
I need those glasses.
They look good on Bill, don't they? ;)
I have a 6.0 and a 7.3 and its easier to swap a transmission than it is to put new headgaskets in. Thats just my opinion though
so much info...
I wish I could afford to bring my truck there.
I have a old 97 f 250 7.3.
bought it for 3995.00
280000 miles.
runs good for now but for How long...who knows..
hey Bill. at 14:29 you are absolutely right hahahahaha
Do you think that turbo charger is in need of replacement now At 30000 miles or when is a good time at what odometer reading
I like the Ray Bans Bill
Could you please state the year/model of the truck and how much these repairs and upgrades cost this guy? Im looking at buying one of thees and was wondering about the expense. Thanks
I must have a rare 7.3 because I have a 4r100 complete stock except for the prevenative maintaince like IPR valve cleaning, cps replacement, water pump. locking hubs ect she's at 600 000 and the transmission complete stock was babied and maintained since purchase.
That's just it. Like he said, if you take good care of your truck and do the required maintenance, then you don't have this much wear & tear on the trans and other items. A lot of folks take these trucks and run the p*ss out of them, don't take care of them, then they patch them up and put a little spit polish on them so they can unload it onto someone else....
Ryan Lowe never had any problems out of both my 2000 and my 2002 7.3s. both trannys have over 250000 miles all original.
My 7.3 had 310k before wouldn't go over 35 mph without dying, ended up swapping a new one in. Any one here do the injection service work with the stanadyne and prolong/ have results/ suggestions/ best place to buy the products?
Ryan Lowe: what model and year is your truck? I'm still interested in a 7.3L, even though these guys are trying to dissuade us from buying them. Thanks!
awesome! How often do you do trans fluid changes? I'm a regular maint believer too... can't believe the money wasted on new vehicles because people just don't want to take care of them. Even with new vehicles they don't do anything to them, it's horrible.
See that makes me think, he bought that 1993 7.3 350 might be 450 regardless for 12 grand , but he needed a trans from the start and got lucky honestly to need a new case and some of the parts for the trans itself, granted it was previous owner and the shop he used to blame, along with the needed servicing and batteries plus its bottle necked with the very small turbo and low shooting injectors if hes wanting any impressive power he will need to do that along with the air intake needed to be changed out for atleast a CAI intake regardless! But my point is for $12,000 cash and a set of used Fuel Off-Road Rims i bought my 2004.5 LLY Duramax, Proper proof and paperwork on Headgasket replacement and ARP studs being installed, Has a new 72m VT Garrett Turbo, 40% over injectors, lift pump, CIA intake, PPE bridge, inlet, up and down pipes along with 4 inch turbo back exhaust, so far my current issue i've had to fix was the Filter Head Assembly with the primer on top was old and was not able to seal to pull prime and the metal around the primer was bent with airbleeder screw port had threads missing, Bought a seal kit before i knew the whole head was bent, so i tried it only for it to lose prime again 2 miles down the road, got a Filter Head Assembly with a new factory filter with new WIF sensor and Fuel heater, while installing it i noticed the in-out fuel lines into the head where soft and really briddle filled with cracks, went and bought some special fuel lines that are reall pretty looking but are support to hold up forever against diesel fuel, After the install it was good! My truck being an LLY i dont have the nice 6speed Allison, mine has the 5 speed version. The 5 speed goes into limp mode with very little effort, Your battery cable become ever so slighlty loose? limp mode. Dump on the fuel hard then let off after the pull in to fast or a manner? Hey look fuel rail lost to much pressure!, limp mode. Just last week i had it go into limp mode after a regular shift, wasnt sloppy or slushy, wasnt so firm that it really jolted the truck, it was a nice firm connecting shift but the computer read it slipped. And i mean Trans limp and Engine limp when i was limp mode. 2000 RPM limit and no higher than 3rd gear, sometimes it will even cut boost psi to what seems like a 5psi limit. Im in the process of gettin a price and things needed list thave a built 6speed allison trans put in to replace the 5 speed model, i know ive got to have the TCM for the 6 speed, But hey Bill do you know anyone with Duramax Experience you could refer me to? For something as serious as changing a trans to a whole different model trans id rather pay properly for piece of mind!
very good information
How much prolong engine additive you recommend on manual transmission for 7.3 4x4
- on your video you show the bottle of the engine and not transmission.. so i was little confused... and also how much 8 or 12 oz.? Thank you a lot hope i get responded soon thanks....
I called last Wednesday to try and make an appointment to get my 7.3 looked over and still have not heard anything back...
So is there a different Transmission that we can put in? Like an Allison? I have Cajon Pass here in California.
Good thing I've got a zf6
Thanks for making a new 7.3 Video Bill.
I have an 03 7.3 and it has a small radiator sandwiched between the radiator and something else
does that mean the trans has been replaced? truck has 341k now and was bought with 115 miles
never put a trans in her yet
On the 7.3 E350 van, located in front of the radiator, is the ac condenser. It is roughly the same height and width as the radiator, but is not as thick. Then in front of the ac condenser is the transmission cooler. It is smaller, roughly 7"x14"
I’m on my 4th trans I’m considered putting a Allison behind my 7.3
Itll never work they to date cant crossed the pcm
If it were me......Could the turbo be upgraded to a larger turbo and change out to the other injectors for more (reliable) power?
First video ive seen of yours. I have a 57 Ford pickup with F2 vin number, but i want to put a Ford diesel in it, whats going to be easier to build to have some good power to it? 6.0 or 7.3? And which trans would be best for it?