F250 6.2 V8 vs F150 Ecoboost

[Soundguy]

to the op. get more truck than you need now, plan for later.

 

[Soundguy]

We run several F550 diesel trucks heavily loaded at work. After watching the many and often diesel engine related issues, I have no interest in a diesel. I have been watching the Ecoboost for awhile now and for the number on the road now there doesn't seem to be any widespread failures. I continue to wonder how it will hold up at 8-10 years and 200,000 miles plus. My current 2004 has around 140,000 and has had no major issues.

what diesel probs?

 

[deere5105]

what diesel probs?

Have had several 6.0 and 6.4 engine failures resulting in replacement. Fortunately our fleet manager opted for extended long term warranties that covered the work. The fact that Ford warrantied the work and replacement validated the problem in my opinion. Otherwise they likely would have attempted to repair?? Recall one unit having three different engines in it before reaching 100,000 miles.

The 6.7 seems to be holding up better, but found out recently have had a couple of them to be replaced already with less than 50,000 miles. These are in trucks that are aliased to their GCWR due to aerial lifts and tool bodies. Have seen several shutdown due to exhaust sensor issues and other easily corrected issues.

See many diesels on the road and often wonder if they are giving better service in the pickups, but based on what I have personally observed, the only way I would get in one would be out if necessity. Recently looked at a guys 2008 I believe F250 King Ranch Super Crew 4WD. Checked his on board fuel mileage indicator...around 12.5 mpg.

 

[Soundguy]

on a 6.0 i would not buy the first year.. or I would buy one that already had 100K on it.

otherwise i pretty much stick to the tried and true 7.3

i never buy an engine it's first year out. seems like asking for trouble IMHO

Have had several 6.0 and 6.4 engine failures resulting in replacement. Fortunately our fleet manager opted for extended long term warranties that covered the work. The fact that Ford warrantied the work and replacement validated the problem in my opinion. Otherwise they likely would have attempted to repair?? Recall one unit having three different engines in it before reaching 100,000 miles.

The 6.7 seems to be holding up better, but found out recently have had a couple of them to be replaced already with less than 50,000 miles. These are in trucks that are aliased to their GCWR due to aerial lifts and tool bodies. Have seen several shutdown due to exhaust sensor issues and other easily corrected issues.

See many diesels on the road and often wonder if they are giving better service in the pickups, but based on what I have personally observed, the only way I would get in one would be out if necessity. Recently looked at a guys 2008 I believe F250 King Ranch Super Crew 4WD. Checked his on board fuel mileage indicator...around 12.5 mpg.

 

[deere5105]

on a 6.0 i would not buy the first year.. or I would buy one that already had 100K on it. otherwise i pretty much stick to the tried and true 7.3 i never buy an engine it's first year out. seems like asking for trouble IMHO

Sounds like good advice, but drawback is seems like mine if the more recent or current models are very reliable. I am currently getting 12-14 mpg average and guess that is why the fuel mileage on the gas burner isn't so discouraging.

 

[deere5105]

Park an F150 and a F250 side by side and just take a look at the components underneath, such as axles, brakes and suspension. A lot of times the towing differences between a 1/2 ton and a 3/4 ton aren't that much difference, but just look at the parts and its obvious the 3/4 ton will hold up a lot better. To be honest, you aren't towing that far that often, you are probably overloading your current truck quite a bit, so the Ecoboost would be a step up, but probably would be overloaded a little bit.

I agree 100% that the difference is very obvious. The only real drawback is the maneuverability of the 250 and I am not certain it will fit in the garage.

 

[deere5105]

I have a 12k pound trailer loaded similar to yours. When I bought my new tractor and trailer I had a Nissan Titan crew cab 4wd. It pulled fine. I was surprised how well it pick up speed and could cruise down the highway. The biggest problem was slowing and stopping. I bought a 3/4 ton. Feels a lot safer now. I don't tow much either maybe every other month about 60 miles round trip.

Very similar situation. Out of curiosity which 3/4 ton route did you go? If doing again would you do the same? Change anything?

 

[deere5105]

Sounds like good advice, but drawback is seems like none of the more recent or current models are very reliable. I am currently getting 12-14 mpg average and guess that is why the fuel mileage on the gas burner isn't so discouraging

 

[slowzuki]

If moving people the F150 crew cab is nicer and better ride than the 250/350. More room in the back seat of F150 crew cab too.

I agree 100% that the difference is very obvious. The only real drawback is the maneuverability of the 250 and I am not certain it will fit in the garage.

 

[Soundguy]

Sounds like good advice, but drawback is seems like mine if the more recent or current models are very reliable. I am currently getting 12-14 mpg average and guess that is why the fuel mileage on the gas burner isn't so discouraging.

i get 15 or so on a 7.3psd drw 4wd....