Ford Powerstroke

[brnzbk]

Hello everyone
I am considering purchasing a 2014 F250 CC w/powerstroke 6.7l, anyone have any experience or knowledge about this engine or year?
I will be towing a fifth wheel (yet to be purchased) with a GVWR around 14K, dry wt about 11K.
Thanks for your time,
Gary

[FishOnOne]

chevor wrote:
Whats really good fuel economy?

16.5-20mpg

[chevor]

Whats really good fuel economy?

[FishOnOne]

I have '12 6.7 PSD with ~60k miles. So far it's been a great truck that makes really good fuel economy. Not one single glitch, CEL or a trip to the shop like the other brand seams to be experiencing right now.

The updates on the '15 trucks are basically for increased HP/torque to smoke those cummins boys....Although my current truck will do that all day long! :B

[brnzbk]

Thanks for the replies, I intend to look around for a while, I'm in no hurry. I agree with the F350 comments I just haven't found one that was reasonably priced but I know there is one out there.

[4x4ord]

I am one who was a fairly dedicated GM guy. I bought my first Ford in the fall of 2010 prior to having read Ricatic's well meaning rants. I have never been more thrilled with a truck than I have been with this Ford. (We own a 2010 Duramax as well which has been reliable enough as well). When I replace this truck I will find it hard to buy a Ram or GM even though I believe they may have recently caught up to Ford.

[v10superduty]

Your choice of a truck to consider as a tow vehicle is a great choice.
The 6.7 Powerstroke went on sale in the 2011 model year and has received some great updates for the 2014 year.

You have already been given some "don't buy because" posts from a couple posters here.. :h

If you do any searching you will notice a common theme of negative posts on every Ford 6.7 thread from certain posters.
Even though the entire forum is about RVs, it seems that some members only post on Ford 6.7 threads and ignore most other stuff about RVs, destinations, issues with RVs, etc.
Kinda makes it seem they have an agenda and its definitely not "to help" RVers in general.

The Ford Superduty series trucks with diesel engines outsell both the other brands by a large margin and though there have been some with issues, be assured there are "FAR" more happy 6.7 Powerstroke owners than any other brand.

Choose your dealer wisely and your experience will be great.
In fact a poor dealer is what actually caused one of the negative posters issues, but he prefers to blame Ford.
I followed his original issue closely and really thought Ford would help him out, but something went on behind the scenes and they bailed on him.
That's why I say to choose a good reputable dealer who will back you and look after you.

Good luck whatever you buy.

Any of the new heavyduty trucks from any of the brands will do a great job today, but don't be deterred by folks with an axe to grind if you are leaning toward the Ford.

[Bedlam]

If the F250 you are looking at has the camper package, the suspension is the same as the F350 but uses a 2" shorter rear axle block. The rest of the components are the same between trucks except for possibly the wheels. If you are following the door label ratings, you will most likely be over GVWR on the F250 due to pin weight yet fine on the F350.

Take a look at the the changes between the 2015 and 2014 model year trucks to determine whether the savings of the 2014 are worth changes you would get in the newer model truck. I recently bought a new truck and waited for the 2015 specifications before deciding which truck make and year I was going purchase.

This time around I was looking at class 5 trucks and chose the Ram. Ten years ago when i was looking at class 2 trucks, I chose Ford. I suggest you try all three makes with an open mind - I bet there will be one that you eliminate immediately because it does not fit you and then you will be able to pair off the remaining two to get the best price and fit for your needs.

[spoon059]

Sorry if I came across as snarky. Every forum for the last 10 years at least has had a search function... I'm not remotely close to being a tech savvy guy, but its not very hard... the below list took me more time to post the links then to find.

http://www.rv.net/forum/index.cfm/fuseaction/thread/tid/28125565.cfm
http://www.rv.net/forum/index.cfm/fuseaction/thread/tid/28118991/gotomsg/28120468.cfm
https://www.rv.net/forum/index.cfm/fuseaction/thread/tid/28022634/gotomsg/28024119.cfm
https://www.rv.net/forum/index.cfm/fuseaction/thread/tid/27617172/gotomsg/27619695.cfm
http://www.rv.net/forum/index.cfm/fuseaction/thread/tid/27530205.cfm
http://www.rv.net/forum/index.cfm/fuseaction/thread/tid/28103523/gotomsg/28107035.cfm

[ib516]

You'll find the F250 saggy in the back end for that load. If its a specific truck you're looking at, factor in airbags or some type of aftermarket add on to prop up the weak F250 rear suspension. Otherwise, get an F350.

The 6.7L diesel is fine; though as mentioned, Ford updated and upgraded it in the 2015 models.

[VintageRacer]

Just be aware of the pin weight of your trailer, estimate 20% of the GVWR so 2800 lbs, plus the weight of the hitch, fuel, stuff and passengers, say another 600 - 800, and you'll be around 3400 - 3600 payload. Pretty much way higher than any F250 - mine has 2600 lbs of payload. If you tend to ignore payload ratings, then the 6.7 is going to tow the heck out of that trailer, it's a great engine.

Edit; the previous owner of my F250 did indeed not have a clue about payload ratings and did indeed tow a 14K fifth wheel, so I know for a fact that the truck will tow the heck out of that trailer. I just personally happen to follow the ratings, I am a wuss that way I guess... :B

Brian

[rhagfo]

Bird Freak wrote:
I would also recommend a 1 ton chassis for that trailer. As for brand, go drive and buy what you like. There are several folks here who think what they drive is the best and trash other brands.

I think that is more than several, more like most! That is why we have. Brand wars, and gas vs diesel!

[Bird_Freak]

I would also recommend a 1 ton chassis for that trailer. As for brand, go drive and buy what you like. There are several folks here who think what they drive is the best and trash other brands.

[BB_TX]

Be aware that ricatic had a bad experience with Ford. Therefore everyone should avoid Ford.

There have been SOME reports of people having some problems. But at the same time it seems the vast majority are very happy with their 6.7s. My 2012 F350 6.7 has been great. Plenty of power to tow that 5er.

[Lantley]

A Ford 6.7 is a decent engine. A bit complex compared to the competition, but more importantly if you are going to tow a 5'er get an F-350 for the additional payload. A 1 ton truck(350/3500) is a better platform for 5th wheel towing vs. a 3/4 ton (250/2500).
It's not simply all about the engine. Suspension,braking performance,payload and all of the towing parameters are important factors to consider other than an engine.

[brnzbk]

OK
Seems to be some confusion about my post, first Im am asking about a specific vehicle, a 2014 Ford F250 6.7L cc, not about gas vs. diesel etc..
Secondly if you go to the search engine and type Ford powerstroke 6.7L the search comes up empty.
I'm just sayin'.