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Other 6.0L Powerstroke problems include HPOP failure, injector stiction, FICM failure, and clogging oil coolers. Fortunately, once these problems are addressed, the trucks are much more reliable. Some of these problems can be avoided.
- Is the Ford 6.0 diesel good or bad?
- How many miles will a 6.0 diesel last?
- Are 6.0 Powerstroke reliable?
- What percentage of Ford 6.0 diesel have problems?
- What years did the 6.0 have problems?
- What powerstroke to avoid?
- What is needed to BulletProof a 6.0 Powerstroke?
- How many MPG does a 6.0 Powerstroke get?
- How much does it cost to BulletProof a diesel?
- How often should you change the oil in a 6.0 Powerstroke?
- Is the 2004 6.0 Powerstroke a good engine?
- How hot is too hot for 6.0 Powerstroke?
- What is the best Powerstroke engine?
- How much horsepower does a 2006 6.0 Powerstroke have?
Is the Ford 6.0 diesel good or bad?
This information is for the 95% of us 6.0 owners that just use our trucks for trucks. The big question is: Are the 6.0 Powerstrokes really that bad? To be honest, the answer is absolutely not. They are a great running motor that can be made to be durable if maintained properly.
How many miles will a 6.0 diesel last?
The answer is 258,685.5 miles before failure.
Are 6.0 Powerstroke reliable?
yes. Heads have been known to lift on stock trucks. Stay on top of maintenance, stay on the mild side of tuning, and yes it'll be plenty reliable. That one already has new injectors and FICM, so you'd be ahead of the game a good bit.
What percentage of Ford 6.0 diesel have problems?
Fortunately for all of us in 2020, 99-percent of the 6.0L's problems have been thoroughly documented by mechanics and addressed by the diesel world's thriving aftermarket.
What years did the 6.0 have problems?
2003-2007 Ford SuperDuty Diesel Truck Problems & How to Fix Them. If you're a diesel nut like me, you probably know that most people will steer clear of buying a 2003 to 2007 model year Ford Superduty Diesel truck. The 6.0L Powerstroke is known for having major problems.
What powerstroke to avoid?
The 2003-2007 Ford Super Duty 6.0L may be the worst diesel truck of all time. The 6.0L Powerstroke is infamous. The engine is so bad that Ford and Powerstroke parent company Navistar were engaged in a serious legal battle.
What is needed to BulletProof a 6.0 Powerstroke?
The fine folks at BulletProof Diesel define 6.0L Power Stroke as being "bulletproofed" when it has at least four of the five main problem areas addressed. These five areas are: Oil cooler, EGR cooler, head studs, fuel injection control module (FICM), and water pump.
How many MPG does a 6.0 Powerstroke get?
Stock programming I'd average around 13.3 mpg combined, upto 15 mpg on the interstate, and around 10-12 in town depending on traffic.
How much does it cost to BulletProof a diesel?
Bulletproof Diesel insists on their oil cooler. They say it lowers temperatures and prevents premature failures of the EGR cooler and injectors. And they're right. But those benefits come in around $3000-$3500 installed!
How often should you change the oil in a 6.0 Powerstroke?
The oil should be changed in a 6.0L Power Stroke every 7,500 miles/6 months under normal operating conditions and 5,000 miles/6 months under "severe" operating conditions; these includes towing, periods of excessive idling, and driving in extremely hot/cold conditions.
Is the 2004 6.0 Powerstroke a good engine?
The 6.0L is a good engine when it is running properly. It has one main failure that is commonly overlooked and is the cause of most of the big issues this engine has. The oil is the life blood of the 6.0L diesel as the injectors are hydraulically actuated using engine oil to drive them.
How hot is too hot for 6.0 Powerstroke?
0 Powerstroke? It is really too hot for continuous service when the temperature is over 220*F – most likely something is not right when the temperature is constantly above that level. For more than 30 minutes, keep the temperature below 250*F.
What is the best Powerstroke engine?
The 7.3L Powerstroke is commonly referred to as one of the most reliable engines built for both trucks and cars. If taken care of properly, this engine will last a long time, so if you are looking for reliability and not a truckload of power, this engine is the right fit.
How much horsepower does a 2006 6.0 Powerstroke have?
A Power Stroke 6.0-liter turbo-diesel V-8 yields 325 hp and 570 pounds-feet of torque.
