Rustlestiltskin Posted November 3, 2010 Report Share Posted November 3, 2010 (edited) What are some pros and cons of having the V10 in this truck. What can I expect to look for when checking it out. This truck has 83000 miles btw ( truck sits on a 8in suspension lift on 38's) Thanks, Paul Edited November 3, 2010 by Rustlestiltskin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Bruh Posted November 3, 2010 Report Share Posted November 3, 2010 Ball joints. Check and see if the plugs were changed yet iirc they blew them out of the heads early 00s. Rust around the rear wheel Wells along with the bottom of the doors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GSXRAntwon Posted November 3, 2010 Report Share Posted November 3, 2010 PROS: NONE CONS: EVERYTHING Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rustlestiltskin Posted November 3, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 3, 2010 PROS: NONE CONS: EVERYTHING explain more Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Bruh Posted November 3, 2010 Report Share Posted November 3, 2010 Also on the 7.3s the oil pan rusted out. So climb underneath it and try to push a finger into the pan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BDHG940 Posted November 3, 2010 Report Share Posted November 3, 2010 Also on the 7.3s the oil pan rusted out. So climb underneath it and try to push a finger into the pan I've seen that a few times! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wnaplay1647545503 Posted November 3, 2010 Report Share Posted November 3, 2010 We had the v10-12's in a few work trucks. They were towing beasts but probably like the one your looking at, theres a reason we needed that much power and we abused the hell out of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Bruh Posted November 3, 2010 Report Share Posted November 3, 2010 ^^^ V12s what truck are u using Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossle Posted November 3, 2010 Report Share Posted November 3, 2010 You can expect to see a fuel tanker following you around because you'll need it. Otherwise pretty solid motor. OH and I would never buy a already lifted truck unless someone other than backyard Bob put it on that has some sort of positive reputation. I have seen some scary ass suspension lifts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rustlestiltskin Posted November 3, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 3, 2010 You can expect to see a fuel tanker following you around because you'll need it. Otherwise pretty solid motor. OH and I would never buy a already lifted truck unless someone other than backyard Bob put it on that has some sort of positive reputation. I have seen some scary ass suspension lifts. Yea, I know the guy and he had it professionally installed at an offroad shop Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
truckin Posted November 3, 2010 Report Share Posted November 3, 2010 The V10's are great motor's, built well and reliable. They're not great on MPG but if your looking for MPG outta a 3/4 or 1 ton then you need to go buy something else, their built for 1 purpose work. I love my V10 and it'll run and work with any coal roller out there if not better than some. Check out some Ford Truck Forums and you'll get alot of info on the V10's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
truckin Posted November 3, 2010 Report Share Posted November 3, 2010 PROS: NONE CONS: EVERYTHING Talking about F250's not 2500 Obama trucks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ponyjr1647545514 Posted November 3, 2010 Report Share Posted November 3, 2010 Only other bad thing about these trucks in general (diesel and gas) once you put a lift and or oversized tires, get ready to do front wheel bearings a little more often. The guy i know with one has a 4 inch lift and 285/75-16 (same size i run) tires and puts a new set in about every 3 years.that's even with running the OEM bearings, not autozone or ebay stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmann Posted November 3, 2010 Report Share Posted November 3, 2010 Roommate has a V10 Excursion 4wd. We use it to tow with all over and as a party bus. Pretty reliable, and it gets 12MPG all day long. Towing, loaded, unloaded, 12MPG. The front suspension has need rebuilt already and it still has a bit of slop in the steering, Midas did the work (when his parents had it, they didn't ask me to do the work :doh:) and did a "typical" Midas job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ef8sirJunkie Posted November 4, 2010 Report Share Posted November 4, 2010 7.3 turbo powerstroke + edge chip = 30-32 mpgs in summer (if you drive with sense). plus tons of power and torque. have 3 buddies with an f250 and 2 f350's all same chip and getting close to that gas millage even with 10 inch lift on one. one day when i have money i will to have a f250 with 7.3 turbo powerstroke. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GSXRAntwon Posted November 4, 2010 Report Share Posted November 4, 2010 Talking about F250's not 2500 Obama trucks Explain this Obama you speak of? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harmonda Posted November 4, 2010 Report Share Posted November 4, 2010 I have a 99...like others have said...ball joints. Also...they go through front bearings and the coil packs collect water and short out. Check the grounding strap on the starter for corrosion. Check that the power door locks on every door to make sure they move the mechanism with authority. it should shake the door. If not...they are going to need a rebuild. They weaken over time due to a part that keeps them from overheating if you hold down the button. Not a servicable part but there is a procedure you can follow to freshen them up. Oh, and if the running boards are stock...crawl under and scope em out. Common spot for rot there too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harmonda Posted November 4, 2010 Report Share Posted November 4, 2010 crap...I didn't say anything positive. Tows like a mother. 4wd makes you want to just steer off the road and smash things. mack daddy truck-a-muck. I've hauled loads in the bed and towed beyond it's rating and it keeps coming back for more. Get it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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