2000 f250 crew cab 7.3

rsbamafan wrote:
Looking at a 2000 f250 crew with 7.3 to tow a outback 279rb tt that weighs about 8500lbs.What do you guys think of this combo?

Many will point out the weak link of the 4R100 , which IMO was the inadequate cooling system, If it doesn't already have a 31 row 6.0 transmission cooler installed, I would suggest installing before towing along with a quality transmission temperature gauge.I have the early 99 since new, and still running the stock transmission. Have had a 6.0 cooler in it since I started towing heavy.


As far as your question,it will tow, and handle that weight very nicely. The 7.3 is a pleasure to tow with, not the power of the new ones, but a steady truck all day long.