The TFL guys bought a 7.3L
They bought a new project truck, a 2020 F250 XLT with the 7.3L Gas engine, a 3.55 locking rear, and the new 10 speed auto. Should be a great series of videos! VIDEO Side note - that XLT trim ...
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mich800 wrote:FishOnOne wrote:dodge guy wrote:
ib516, the early Hemis were solid and reliable. The issues arose when they went to the variable cam system around 2009 which is the Hemis in question.
I think the issues are more about the cylinder deactivation process more than the cam phaser.
Yes and GM has had similar issues. From what I have read they are sensitive to oil change intervals and quality. If you stay on top of your oil changes they don't seem to have the issues.
Don't get us Ford guys started on the VCT issues we are having with the 3.5 EB motor, and previous Ford motors. My 19 developed the cold start rattle within 25k miles of new, and still has it. Sounds like a **** diesel for 3-5 seconds at cold start. The issue goes back years, and Ford has not yet delivered an effective TSB for the Bosch-made VCTs. I change my oil every 5K with full synthetic and it made no difference. Funny thing is not all trucks end up with the rattle.
Mike
