Looking at 2000 Excursion 7.3L
I am considering a stock Excursion 7.3l for a daily driver occasional trailer puller and wanted to hear people's experience with the drive train. I have had 2 previous Excursions a V10 and a 6.0L modd...
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patperry2766 wrote:
Diesel fuel additive
This is something else I suggested to him to research.Though this article is dated, there are several others out there. Since I don't own a diesel, I can't validate the opinions expressed, but it does seem to make sense in the fact that the 7.3 was designed to run on a different fuel blend than the ULSD that is only available today.
Maybe someone who has direct knowledge and experience can elaborate more.
I have a 1997 Ford F350 pickup with a 7.3 and an E4OD and it's been a great vehicle (I still have it and use it all the time. The 7.3 may be 'down on power' compared to a new diesel but longevity wise, they will outlast about anything. and the trans is fine so long as you keep it cool.
I'll take my no emissions 7.3 anyday over a new motor. Don't want one.
Never had vacuum hubs, mine are manual. Solid front end on leaf springs too. Very basic and very durable.
I've always used Arch Oil in mine, the oil additive and the fuel additive. Not cheap but sure seems to work fine.
Mine snoozes all winter in a heated garage along with my RV. I think this one (pickup) will outlast me.
IMO, a 7.3 is the best engine (diesel) ever built.
