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i came across an '02 PSD with 144,000 miles. from what i've heard that isn't very many miles for that motor. should i have any concerns at that mileage range? anything that typically would go wrong in the near future for that truck? the asking price is about 10k. whatchya think???
the only 2 people i can think of that have/had this motor is kurt and keith. did either of you guys have any issues with the motor/tranny on that truck? how many miles does it have by now?
thanx for the input.
PUMP 'HER'
05-05-2009, 09:43 AM
'02=7.3 :thumb:
kevnmcd
05-05-2009, 10:25 AM
It's a Ford! RUN as fast as you can from that deal....there is a reason it's a good deal! :Bolt:
j/k....I do know that that is nothing, mileage wise, for a Duramax. :thumb:
PUMP 'HER'
05-05-2009, 10:52 AM
j/k....I do know that that is nothing, mileage wise, for a Duramax. :thumb:
Those are cute for cruising around town and such, but if you want to get some work done get a Ford!
i haven't been actively looking but came across this one today. i'll probably go look at later today or tomorrow and see if it's leaking like a stuck pig.
just another payment
05-05-2009, 12:00 PM
What exactly would a stuck Pig be leaking?????????????????????
kevnmcd
05-05-2009, 12:24 PM
What exactly would a stuck Pig be leaking?????????????????????
Swine flu...of course! :rollinglaugh:
:smashfreak::smashfreak::thumb::laugh:
sandman0_0
05-05-2009, 02:13 PM
I know a few people that had problems with the PSD around that year. I think their's may have been a year or two newer. I would say it depends on the rest of the truck. it may not be a lot for the motor? But it could be for the rest of the truck.
the truck was a dud. i didn't even take the time to sit in it or start it. i walked around the outside and noticed a couple of places where the body panels looked slightly mis-matched. then lifted up a corner of the bedliner. where the liner touches the body, the white paint was worn away and a yellowish-orange color was underneath. almost like a highway dept truck or something. maybe ford uses an orange primer :smashfreak: also, the underside had a fair amount of sludge on the bottom of the engine/tranny.......no dice on this one. looks like the 'ole dodge is gonna be around for a while longer.
PUMP 'HER'
05-05-2009, 06:33 PM
Come on dude, just head down to the dealer and buy a new one! Help stimulate the economy, it's the only way we're going to pull our selves out of this mess.
as much as i want to, no can do.
panic button
05-08-2009, 04:54 PM
How bout this one, F550 http://pensacola.craigslist.org/cto/1159165122.html
kim would see and at first she would say, "nice truck". then she notice the stacks and the beating would begin :smashfreak::duel::chainsaw:
PUMP 'HER'
05-09-2009, 01:35 PM
Are you buying the truck for her?
Liquid Courage
05-09-2009, 09:01 PM
i came across an '02 PSD with 144,000 miles.
the only 2 people i can think of that have/had this motor is kurt and keith. did either of you guys have any issues with the motor/tranny on that truck? how many miles does it have by now?
thanx for the input.
The only problem with our answers is that they are based on the same truck.:D
Over all the truck has been great. I have had some stupid problems. Window switch, Injector Driver module, wiring problems. Nothing major though. I have just under 150,000 miles on the clock now, I bought it with 66,000. I would not hesitate to jump in and go any where pulling anything. I know I am on borrowed time on the tranny, but hopefully it will hold up. They seem really hit and miss, but 150k miles seems about the norm for a rebuild.
I would not mind purchasing one with that many miles, but the body around it starts to be an issue. I had to fix the switch that tells the truck that the key is in the ignition this morning. Last week the blinker stopped turning off-Fixed. These are the little things are you are going to get with a well driven vehicle.
I have also replaced
starter
water pump
alt.
Torque converter
Wheel hub assembly
Oil leak on the HPOP
As you can see they are all simple bolt on parts.
When my time comes to get another truck I am going to shoot for 3-5years old with around 50-70k miles. I would not recommend the 6.0 Ford. Way to many people have had problems.
thanx keith. i was hoping you would come across this thread. i wasn't sure how many miles you had racked up yet. i did call kurt to see how many miles were on it when he got rid of the truck. i couldn't remember how long ago that was. the price on those trucks is all over the place! i've found some that are 99-00 in the 10-12k range on up to 17-18k for the same year. i go back and forth on a daily basis on what i want to do with the dodge. but the price is what got me on this particular truck. but like i said, it turned out to be a "no go" for me.
Liquid Courage
05-11-2009, 10:29 PM
No problem.
I would not turn one down, but if your paid for ride works then keep it rolling.
that's the other side of the coin. the dodge is paid for. i just get tired of seeing D4$ tail lights everytime we go to lake :) actually, after a few minutes i can't even see his tail lights anymore...LOL
just another payment
05-12-2009, 07:39 AM
LETS PUT A HEMI IN IT...................
kevnmcd
05-12-2009, 12:27 PM
that's the other side of the coin. the dodge is paid for. i just get tired of seeing D4$ tail lights everytime we go to lake :) actually, after a few minutes i can't even see his tail lights anymore...LOL
How often does that really happen? I mean let's be real....between the two of you how many times have either one of your boats seen any water in the last year? :Bolt:
:lookaround:
digginfordollars
05-12-2009, 01:05 PM
How often does that really happen? I mean let's be real....between the two of you how many times have either one of your boats seen any water in the last year? :Bolt:
:lookaround:
I went out 4 times last year. Don't seem to remember you going out all that much last year.:poke_eye:
Liquid Courage
05-12-2009, 02:42 PM
I have been to the lake more in the past month than you guys have in 3 years all added together.:blah_blah_blah:
STV_Keith
05-12-2009, 03:32 PM
Also remember that the injectors in the 7.3's, the expensive HEUI's tend to die in the 120-150k range. Expect to pay ~$280 + core for them (each), plus R&R. I think the book pays 8hrs to R&R all of them. That's the big downfall of the motors really.
panic button
05-12-2009, 04:06 PM
My dad has over 350K miles on all his 7.3L's (8 of them) and over 150K on the 6.0L's (5). The 7.3's get new torque converters at ~200K, only issues he's had is the fuel heaters built into the filter housing. He tows 10 ton trailers with the majority of the trucks. The 6.0's have had 1 head gasket rebuild at 90K and no other issues.
I've got 40K on my 6.0. 30K of those have been towing the Cigarette, 4 horse trailer, and 10 ton gooseneck with 15,000# dozer on it. Had 1 bad battery, and head gasket done at 27K miles, no other issues. The truck will pull a 30' gooseneck loaded down 75mph all day long and get 12mpg...
kevnmcd
05-12-2009, 04:16 PM
I went out 4 times last year. Don't seem to remember you going out all that much last year.:poke_eye:
I knew I could get you to speak up with that post! :D I don't remember the exact number but I was out about that many times, too.
digginfordollars
05-12-2009, 10:13 PM
I have been to the lake more in the past month than you guys have in 3 years all added together.:blah_blah_blah:
That's it, I'm dropping my kids off at your house for a month and lets see how it goes Mr. Big Shot.:eek3:
digginfordollars
05-12-2009, 10:19 PM
I knew I could get you to speak up with that post! :D I don't remember the exact number but I was out about that many times, too.
And now look, you got me to post twice.:oops:
How often does that really happen? I mean let's be real....between the two of you how many times have either one of your boats seen any water in the last year? :Bolt:
:lookaround:
now why do you have to go and get mean :duel:
i went out so many times last year i lost count.....but i lose count after 3 :D i haven't even taken the cover off the boat yet to get it ready for this season. i did buy the oil and filter though :thumb:
I have been to the lake more in the past month than you guys have in 3 years all added together.:blah_blah_blah:
i haven't seen one single picture.....so i don't believe you :headshake: :D
STV_Keith
05-13-2009, 08:35 AM
Jeez, you guys need a hobby...like BOATING. LOL Let's see, I've been to Havasu 7 weekends this year so far, and going back for Memorial.
kevnmcd
05-13-2009, 09:24 AM
I will be in Havasu this weekend...so that make 2 times for me so far this year! Thats pretty good for me seeing how I am in the same boat (no pun intended) as Kurt with all the kids activities!
kevnmcd
05-13-2009, 09:25 AM
I will be in Havasu this weekend...so that make 2 times for me so far this year! Thats pretty good for me seeing how I am in the same boat (no pun intended) as Kurt with all the kids activities!
PUMP 'HER'
05-13-2009, 09:29 AM
And a double post to tell us about it. Nice.
Liquid Courage
05-13-2009, 01:19 PM
Also remember that the injectors in the 7.3's, the expensive HEUI's tend to die in the 120-150k range. Expect to pay ~$280 + core for them (each), plus R&R. I think the book pays 8hrs to R&R all of them. That's the big downfall of the motors really.
While I do agree they are expensive, I have not really heard to much about several failing. Maybe one here and one there, but not to many. Also the aftermarket support has really began to improve reducing the cost and getting a little performance to boot.
That's it, I'm dropping my kids off at your house for a month and lets see how it goes Mr. Big Shot.:eek3:
Not "NO", but hell "NO":Laugh_at:
Jeez, you guys need a hobby...like BOATING. LOL Let's see, I've been to Havasu 7 weekends this year so far, and going back for Memorial.
Nice one, keep up the good work. I am about to loose a few weekends. This PCSing stuff really gets in my way. My next outing will be Memorial Day.
i haven't seen one single picture.....so i don't believe you :headshake: :D
I have so many pictures of the lake I am tired if taking them. Besides if you would just go out there you would know what it looks like.:brutal:
I have so many pictures of the lake I am tired if taking them. Besides if you would just go out there you would know what it looks like.:brutal:
you know, i really have no response for that one.....:headshake:
kevnmcd
05-14-2009, 03:00 PM
Well, James....at least your honest about it!
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