if it were me i would look at a newer truck without the problem tranny
Most of the 7.3's will make 300k with this problem tranny you speak of, AND it is actually the converter, more specifically the lock up friction area that is too small when people start adding 100+ HP with chips. The 99's were known for noisey converters but would run a long time. With the new diesels you will be lucky to get 300k out of one without major repairs. The cummins and the new 6.7 Ford so far are the exceptions. I have only seen 2 6.7's so far with close to 300k but they have been doing good. I would love to find a 00-03 7.3 crewcab to replace my 01 extended cab. CJ
Not without repair they won't.CJONE said:Most of the 7.3's will make 300k with this problem tranny you speak of
Not without repair they won't.
While I had an older truck (94 non-turbo 7.3 IDI diesel), it had the same basic transmission (E4OD vs. newer 4R100) which was horrible and constantly slipping and failing. Plus the random blinking O/D light and leaking transmission oil pan...RDrancher said:I hear ya. My '99 is closing in on 290k and I'm on my fourth transmission (could be five...I've lost count.) The engine runs great, but it's getting harder and harder to keep up with the leaks.