2004 F-350 V-10

Treemonkey1000 · Jul 1, 2008

Just wondering if any of you have heard pro's and con's about the 2004 V-10? Not sure when they came out with the V-10's. This truck is on sale at a local dealer for $21K. It has 24K miles on it. I would be hauling my Kubota
L-3750 which is about 4000lbs so that should be no problem. I do tree work so more than likely would only be putting up to 3000 miles a year if that much.
Right now I have an 1988 Chevy with the 454 which is giving me 7 mpg..
Tossing this out there to get some wisdom from you all. Maybe take a look at the webpage go to trucks and look for the Dark Gray 2004 Crew Cab lariat..

Used-Frame

deereguy · Jul 1, 2008

Ford Truck Enthusiasts, 1948-2009 Ford F150, Super Duty & SUV owners community and information source. Covers F100, F-150, F250, Bronco, Ranger, Explorer, Expedition, Lighting, Escape and More might help with some of your questions. Looks like a sharp truck, I thought the maroon one beneath it was equally impressive. From what I have heard/read, I wouldn't shy away from a V-10 for gas mileage, read where some users are getting 10-13 mpg, same as my 6.0 Diesel, without the $6K additional dollars to the sticker.

chh · Jul 1, 2008

I'm running an '08 1 ton dually flatbed with the V-10. It has the 4.30 gears and will show around 12.8 mpg on the road empty(which is almost never). Towing 9,000 to 14,000 lb loads on a gooseneck trailer is usually around 8.9 mpg. Lots of power.

Treemonkey1000 · Jul 1, 2008

Cool thanks for the replies and websites guys. I will look into that. Looking at the other info it says 3.73 gears and limited slip axle. Camper package. So I am guessing I would still get better mileage then my older Chevy.. Brings up the question of torque for pulling hills. The 454 engine in my older Chevy seems to pull the hills pretty well. Here in Washington we do have some steep stuff occasionally. No fun having a bunch of cars behind old "farmer Jim"

dgl24087 · Jul 1, 2008

2000-2004 6.8L V-10 is rated at 310 HP and 425 ft.-lbs. of torque. I believe your 454 is 230 HP/385 ft.-lbs..

Treemonkey1000 · Jul 1, 2008

dgl24087 said:
2000-2004 6.8L V-10 is rated at 310 HP and 425 ft.-lbs. of torque. I believe your 454 is 230 HP/385 ft.-lbs..

The 454 is only rated to 230 HP? Actually the motor in the truck is a 1992 454
Shoot my big Chainsaw has that much HP

DamonH · Jul 1, 2008

The Ford V-10 has been around for a while and has proven to be a good, reliable, engine. Parts aren't too expensive for it and it'll last 200k or so if taken care of. I'd say go for it.

unreconstructed · Jul 1, 2008

There was a pretty well discussed thread on the V-10 several months ago on TBN. You might give it a search--we discussed mileage in depth. I believe there may have been several posts on different year models.

My 08 V-10 does just what I want it to do. I have a 6 speed manual and 4.12 rear I believe. Get 9 or so towing and high 13's to mid 14's empty on the highway.

I tow a 5203 with front end loader and bell tech PHD. I really don't know the exact weight of all that. the tractor is 4700 pounds for sure. the trailer is a 20 ft 12000 pound bumper pull big Tex. Works OK for me.

LoneCowboy · Jul 1, 2008

I had a 03 F250 with the V10 and the 6 speed stick
13mpg around town and on highway (consistently)

7 to 8mpg towing.

had plenty of power, although it would finally slow down on long long up hill grades (remember I'm at 5000 feet to start) but for most things, no big deal.
the auto's get a couple points worse milage.

fine truck

joes_427_vette · Jul 1, 2008

Buy the gas station that goes with it. Are you serious ? In less than 2 years gasoline will be 8 dollars a gallon. I have a friend with an 04 V-10.... no local dealer will even take it in trade. Those trucks are sale proof. If you need a puller get a cummins... or at least try one out.