Some Ford 6.0 Stories True

Grodyman wrote:

brirene wrote:

W4RLR wrote:
...I did add a ScanGauge II to monitor the oil and water temperatures...

And that is the key. If you don't do the research to find out what to monitor, and find a way to actually monitor what's going on in your engine, you're flipping a coin in a dark room. With my edge insight I was able to monitor my temps and take action proactively, before the coolers caused more damage. Did it cost a little? Yes, but I used the savings from the lower cost of the truck. They've all got their issues. A while back I asked about an '06 Cummins, and got a pretty good list of problem areas to look for. 6.0 problems are well documented, and after market fixes are available. Do some research, monitor, and take steps to stay ahead of problems and you can have a reliable tv that tows like a beast. I'm happy with mine.

The Ford brochure didn't say to go to an aftermarket supplier and install an engine monitor because this engine could blow at any moment and you need to see the pr-ewarning signs, because the only thing we provided was a check engine light, and when you see that, it is too late, and you are probably waiting for a tow.

There is truth in your statement. The "gauges" that come standard on the Ford diesels are nothing more than glorified idiot lights. They are not calibrated in degrees for temperature or volts for electric charge. I got the ScanGauge II as it is cheap insurance and IS calibrated in actual values instead of ambiguous "low to high" readings. For less than $200 and five minutes install time, anyone who tows an RV should have one.