SidecarFlip wrote:
New design = issues. Old design = less issues. Pretty simple far as I can see.
Ford is notorious for engine issues with the diesels, except the venerable 7.3, which I own. From **** head bolts to exploding, non rebuildable turbo's to lowest bidder Tier 4 compliant emissions parts.
Diesels have become very complex today and the more complexity, the more chance of failure at some point.
If I was in the market for a new truck (which I'm not), I'd buy a gasoline motor. The emissions on a gas motor have had the 'bugs' worked out. Diesels on the other hand have not.
The other 'fly in the ointment' is fuel cost of diesel over gasoline and fuel prices are going up, pretty steadily. I see the 3+ buck fuel coming again. Diesel here in Michigan is averaging $2.79 a gallon right now with regulat unleaded staying about 30 cents less. That 30 cents less adds up pretty quick, plus the up front cost of a diesel is substantially more than a gas motor.
All things to consider.
Finally, diesel routine maintenance, will always be more than a gas motor. More lube oil, more for filters and more tire wear because the torque from a diesel motor, eats tires.
The OP is looking at gasser trucks. But the 6.7 scorpion has an excellent track record so far. But yes, they are more complicated than the old 7.3’s (which I had and did love but it was a slow and weak combo compared to the new trucks) and cost a little more to change the oil and fuel filters. Some of us tow heavy and live in the West with mountains so I appreciate the power of a diesel. I didn’t buy it for mileage, although I’m averaging over 18 mpg combined or to save money at the pump or service intervals. I bought it to work and tow my boat so it was worth it. Drive a modern diesel. It will blow your mind how far they have come from my 95 power stroke or even my 07 Cummins.
But it’s not for everyone that is for sure!
