School me on an 2001 v10 F250 truck

[Rustlestiltskin]

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

[John Bruh]

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.

[GSXRAntwon]

PROS: NONE

CONS: EVERYTHING

 

[Rustlestiltskin]

PROS: NONE

CONS: EVERYTHING

 

 

explain more

[John Bruh]

Also on the 7.3s the oil pan rusted out. So climb underneath it and try to push a finger into the pan

[BDHG940]

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!

[wnaplay1647545503]

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.

[John Bruh]

^^^ V12s what truck are u using

[Crossle]

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.

[Rustlestiltskin]

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

[truckin]

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.

[truckin]

PROS: NONE

CONS: EVERYTHING

 

 

 

Talking about F250's not 2500 Obama trucks

[ponyjr1647545514]

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.

[gmann]

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.

[Ef8sirJunkie]

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.

[GSXRAntwon]

Talking about F250's not 2500 Obama trucks

 

Explain this Obama you speak of?

[harmonda]

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.

[harmonda]

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.