2011 F350 What to ask?
We have started the process of preparing for a fully retired lifestyle which will see us becoming snowbirds next winter. We are still searching for a larger 5er and have sold our 3/4T a few weeks ago...
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Before you buy it take the dipstick out a drop a dot of oil on a plain piece of white paper. If it "wets out" a big circle that is mostly clear, there is a lot of fuel in the oil-a bad sign. If it "wets out" a smaller circle that is dark in color (dirty oil color), then there is little or no fuel in the oil.
Ask for maintenance receipts. Check the fuel filter and housing-is there a bunch of gunk in the bottom?
Was it driven daily for just a short distance or 20-30 minute trips? If it wasn't allowed to warm up on a regular basis that could cause problems.
The list goes on and on...
Also do a LOT of research on that model and engine- Powerstroke Nation, The Diesel Stop, etc.
Ask for maintenance receipts. Check the fuel filter and housing-is there a bunch of gunk in the bottom?
Was it driven daily for just a short distance or 20-30 minute trips? If it wasn't allowed to warm up on a regular basis that could cause problems.
The list goes on and on...
Also do a LOT of research on that model and engine- Powerstroke Nation, The Diesel Stop, etc.
