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riltri
Explorer
Nov 22, 2021

Ford Gas 6.2 vs 7.3

We no longer travel with our 13k lb 5th except back and forth to Florida from the NC mountains. I'm trading my GM diesel longbed for a gas standard bed. Probably going with a Ford F250 (although I am still considering a RAM). Not ideal for extended traveling but to make 2 pulls (4 days) per year, I'm opting for something that makes sense for day-to-day use.

Everything I've read/heard is that the 6.2 is a workhorse which should give me 250K+. I'm a bit concerned about the 7.3. Have read a couple of bad reviews and it has not been around long enough to be certain about the reliability of the motor.

Will appreciate any suggestion/comments.
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  • riltri's avatar
    riltri
    Explorer
    Nov 22, 2021
    wanderingaimlessly wrote:
    If you like the Ram, why not a 6.4 with the 8 speed?

    ram 2500


    Two issues I have had in this area. 1) No RAM dealer will even seriously discuss ordering one to my specs. 2) Ridiculously low trade offer from RAM dealers. The local Ford dealers are very helpful/accomidating.

    Nothing against the truck but I have no desire to deal with the 3 dealers near me.
  • FishOnOne's avatar
    FishOnOne
    Nomad
    Nov 22, 2021
    Yes the 6.2 has an excellent reputation for reliability. Known problem has been broken valve springs but that's about it. Some of the early 7.3's had front main seals fail and caused oil leaks and torque convertor problems, but I believe these issues have been resolved.

    For a truck that doesn't tow 99% of the time the 6.2 would be the better choice just for the slightly better fuel economy.

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