Ford 7.3L Gas Engine

[MH49]

Our local dealer just delivered his first Ford 7.3 to a guy that had a 8.1L BB Chevy for years so it will be a good comparison to the last of the breed from the bow tie group. For me personally, I would spend every dime I had to buy one of these 7.3 gassers IF I could get a 6 speed manual behind it.

 

[ovrszd]

I don稚 know why people would think I made this up or why I would care beyond general discussion.

It's a common response in forum discussions. You hurt the feelings of those that have faith in the 2.7L.

As with any engine, it has limitations on it's practical application.

 

[deerefan]

It's a common response in forum discussions. You hurt the feelings of those that have faith in the 2.7L.

As with any engine, it has limitations on it's practical application.

If people get their feelings hurt over an issue with a motor they like, then they may as well walk. Every single motor at one time or another had some type of issue.

 

[ovrszd]

If people get their feelings hurt over an issue with a motor they like, then they may as well walk. Every single motor at one time or another had some type of issue.

Yep..

 

[goeduck]

If people get their feelings hurt over an issue with a motor they like, then they may as well walk. Every single motor at one time or another had some type of issue.

Yes, and the 5.3 Chevy gasser had its share of issues as all engines do.

 

[aczlan]

It's a common response in forum discussions. You hurt the feelings of those that have faith in the 2.7L.

As with any engine, it has limitations on it's practical application.

So you are saying that a modern pickup should be expected overheat and puke coolant, atf, throw codes turn on idiot lights, etc from going 50 miles 60-80MPH?

I am saying that no stock pickup that is in good condition which was made in the last 10 years by any major truck brand should have a problem with making a 50-100 mile drive at 60-80MPH (or a 50 mile drive down dirt roads at 30-60MPH) when placed in "drive" and driven, and if it does, there is something wrong with it.

Aaron Z

 

[goeduck]

So you are saying that a modern pickup should be expected overheat and puke coolant, atf, throw codes turn on idiot lights, etc from going 50 miles 60-80MPH?

I am saying that no stock pickup that is in good condition which was made in the last 10 years by any major truck brand should have a problem with making a 50-100 mile drive at 60-80MPH (or a 50 mile drive down dirt roads at 30-60MPH) when placed in "drive" and driven, and if it does, there is something wrong with it.

Aaron Z

There is NO credible evidence that the 2.7 eco has the isssues you describe. Just the opinion of someone who has a bad uplifter/dealer. There are MANY satisfied 2.7 owners on TBN that I would rather take the opinion of.

 

[ovrszd]

So you are saying that a modern pickup should be expected overheat and puke coolant, atf, throw codes turn on idiot lights, etc from going 50 miles 60-80MPH?

I am saying that no stock pickup that is in good condition which was made in the last 10 years by any major truck brand should have a problem with making a 50-100 mile drive at 60-80MPH (or a 50 mile drive down dirt roads at 30-60MPH) when placed in "drive" and driven, and if it does, there is something wrong with it.

Aaron Z

I went back and reread posts looking for the scenario you describe. I didn't find it. Maybe you can guide me to it? Thanks.

 

[goeduck]

^^ I assume it was post 189

 

[ovrszd]

^^ I assume it was post 189

That post doesn't even begin to say what was said in post 202 by Aaron. Not even close. Figured that's what would be referenced.