10 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Buy A Diesel Truck

[@brandoniron44]

The other plus about having a gas truck is no one will question why you sit down to pee. They will just expect it. I would assume Sitting down to pee is more comfortable. But I like diesel trucks and don’t mind being uncomfortable. Or working on them. “Older ones” that is. This comment is a joke, for the ones that don’t get it. Not to be taken seriously.

[@Greg_Gatsby]

Yep, I laughed out loud. 👍 😂

[@ShafnerTreeServiceLLC]

Funny!!!!

[@LeonidasD828]

I read this while sitting and Peeing, i drive a turbocharged gas truck so it’s fitting 😂

[@Bluecollar_obs_limo]

@@LeonidasD828 yes Ford ecoboost definitely sounds like a queef

[@randomguy1371]

LOL

[@Lochlann13]

As a guy that owns a Ram with a Cummins diesel, I can say confidently that everything about owning a diesel is pricier. Maintenance, parts, service costs, and in some areas, fuel. I love my truck, but owning it truly is a labor of love, and it is certainly not for everyone. That brakes/ball joints comment hit a little too close to home...lol

[@motarded4214]

Man oh man.. I bought a 98.5 Ram 3500, 2wd, regular cab with the 5spd. Used it to haul cars and RVs back in the early 2k's. Engine treated me right, even though I drove it like a rental. Transmission and clutch were solid performers too. Wish I had the 6spd from time to time, but that 5spd was solid and never gave me any issues. The front end though? Oh good lord. I replaced the entire front end on that truck every 100k miles or so. Ball joints, tie rods, pitman arm, steering box.. All of it was junk after 100k. 4 full rebuilds on that truck over the years. I'd absolutely do it all over again. It was solid and never left me stranded after I got rid of the VP44.

[@tylerblumfield1473]

But I would 100% rather have my cummins then any gas truck

[@naimbeats]

BUT YOU WILL SEE 1 MILLION MILES if you take good care of it. just saying , them rams will start to fall parts before the cummins lol. ill say go ram or go home. at least a hemi.

[@motarded4214]

@@naimbeats I don't think you'll see that kinda mileage out of a modern diesel. They're too high strung to get the crazy power numbers out of them.

[@TheMungoz4lif]

Just did brakes on my 3rd gen... 700$ later

[@ricknelson2214]

You will go through 6 gas motors while my old Cummins is just getting broke in.

[@micealmacadaim6550]

Here in New Zealand diesel costs 20% less than normal gas. Then it costs less to run a diesel engine over a petrol engine. I run an Isuzu D-Max and have found it very economical to run. I bought it new and have had no problems with it. Only things I've had to change are the brake pads, tires and oil. The price of petrol in NZ is more than double the price it is in the US. Love your channel. God bless you and your family!

[@Nickerian91]

haha in sweden its the opposit. Gas 2.08 dollar/l disel 2.35 dollar/l yes sweden love taxes. In sweden all new disel cars is also forced to come with adblue which means you need to add that to the coast and ontop of that the car actually dont need it but if it runs low they added a feature which kills the car until you fill it back up.

[@SuperTransmission]

@@Nickerian91 One Us gallon = 3.7854118 liters so your paying around $8.80 a us gallon. I guess your country has some Inflation too, I buy fuel $2.75 a gallon here in the US. you do the math.

[@Nickerian91]

@@SuperTransmission Has nothing to do with inflation. they dont want people to use cars for the climate.

[@motarded4214]

Man, I wish we got the same vehicles you get. Watching 4WD 24/7 videos on here and I'm always loving the damn trucks.

[@grandpied]

@@Nickerian91 People use cars because of the climate.

[@toddleffew6511]

It’s a shame what the EPA did to the diesel market. I was a SuperDuty diesel guy for 19 years and went to SuperDuty gas 2 years ago. No regrets at all.

[@richardsb3606]

Yes what the EPA did to diesels should be a crime

[@user-wp5fe8ec6l]

They are pretty filthy. With the tech we have they can be made to run clean.

[@honkhonkler7732]

@@user-wp5fe8ec6l that tech is a maintenance nightmare.

[@saltysteel3996]

@@user-wp5fe8ec6l It's horse sh¡t propaganda. 70% of the world's oxygen comes from phytoplankton algae in the oceans. Trees and other plants contribute very little. More Co2 equals more oxygen. Green house effect is a theory, not proven. What is proven is that the earth goes through cooling and heating cycles, and we are in fact closer to the next ice age. The earth will do what it wants to, whether humans are here or not. What is an issue is China polluting our oceans, killing off marine life. If the oceans die, then we die. It's where most of our global food supply comes from, plus our largest supply of oxygen. EPA is a scam. Manufacturers can buy pollution points. EPA doesn't care, they just want money, it's the government. You can literally buy them off.

[@user-wp5fe8ec6l]

@@saltysteel3996 we are talking about particulates and toxic rogue emissions. Total carbon content (CO and CO2 etc) of both petrols and diesels is roughly similar. Actually, diesels probably emit less total carbon per unit of work. As for climate change.. it's just science and I'm not going to get into it based on an absurd irrelevant tangent (incidentally a silly strawman) to the subject at hand. Fuel efficiency is often motivated by controlling net carbon output ie considering image change for real or optical purposes but controlling the cleanliness of emissions is usually done for their directly toxic nature and that's a real thing too if you've ever travelled. I live in the bush and tbh I wouldn't trade it for the city at all. I'm also an arborist and I appreciate using some kickass old saws from time to time but inhaling less fumes isn't such a bad thing, especially with a climbing saw in front of your face all day. I used it for a few minutes to do some rough carpentry in the house with a giant fan on and doors and windows open and covering over my face.. and I was sick as for the day heh

[@jacobalegria2323]

Diesel tech & diesel owner here… this guy was pretty on point with most of it 🤷🏽‍♂️ EXCEPT the noise & smoke, cmon mannnn lol that old “tearing itself apart” sound is beautiful!! Lol

[@marcochavanne]

Former diesel tech that now works in IT. I have owned some deleted VWs but never had a diesel truck. Currently cross shopping Godzilla and Powerstroke, but I want the torque and that clackety sound just puts me at ease for some reason. It’s like white noise for my ADHD.

[@ryanv3751]

When I bought my first diesel power stroke back in 01, the price of diesel was significantly less than regular unleaded. Also the fuel economy was much better! You actually could save money if you drove it enough miles. That truck is probably worth now what I paid for it then. The biggest reason not to buy a diesel now is the emissions equipment. Also, there is little to no sound difference anymore. I used to shut my truck off in a drive through just so I could hear the person talking to me.

[@consaka1]

Lol I still shut mine off at the drive thru. Not sure a muffler would make a difference or not. Most of the noise doesn't come out the exhaust unless you get on the skinny pedal.

[@inked585]

@@consaka1 I have to shut mine off in drive thrus lol. The ones that I can fit in that is. 😐

[@kevinhanoomansingh3501]

Aeeee old 5.9 wake the block

[@RadierGummiWars]

@@kevinhanoomansingh3501 If im awake your awake

[@jaymesm2780]

It helps the workers if you shut off the vehicle anyway

[@minitrixie4182]

As a diesel guy, everyone has their own reasons to own a truck. Not everyone needs a diesel. I own a 2005 5.9 Cummins to pull a 34' 5th wheel camper. I would only have own a diesel without emissions. I personally like the smell of diesel fuel.

[@sethchandler2539]

I like the smell as well, has some sort of nostalgia to it

[@videopyc]

… i like the smell of diesel fuel as much as i like the smell of farts. 😜😂🤪

[@rickbarclay7892]

I have a diesel tractor. When I start it it stinks to high heaven. But after it warms up it's not so bad. Your story about the guy going to Detroit made me laugh.

[@minitrixie4182]

@@hubes96 You are right you could, but why would I trade my truck in, that I already have to get a gasser. I personally wouldn't want to pull it with a gasser.

[@danbrooks8241]

@@hubes96 it's all about torque and the gas engine just lacks it

[@anthonysimpson2847]

old diesel yes new diesel no. you will be hard pressed to find a gas engine that will take the abuse of a 12 valve 5.9 cummins.

[@julesslim8229]

That was indeed the last great American engine. I've wanted to do a 5.9 swap in my old Ford diesel for forever, but it's very expensive.

[@Not_Andrew_Huberman]

Toyota tundra 5.7

[@MountainMace]

@@Not_Andrew_Huberman no lmao

[@jayonez137]

My 2002 7.3L! Has Just about 700K miles on it. Original injectors. Only major issue Was I smoked the trans 180K. We Rebuilt it with all the upgrades including billet TQ. Zero issues since

[@austinholloway9451]

I have a 5.9 24 valve… Its a 2005, and its been a great truck!

[@paulmarvin86]

1999 F350 with a 7.3 Liter Diesel engine in mine. Almost at 400k miles. Starts every time, no smoke and runs nicely. I hope to turn the odometer over in it. I love my truck but I understand the gas engine argument... to each his own.

[@PVW1960]

I only have 235000 on my 7.3 diesel in my 02 f250. I kinda like the noise🙂. I did have to put glow plug in it at about 210000. Her in my part of Alaska diesel is 3.35 a gal and gas 3.55 and its tough to find even a small middle of nowhere station up here that doesnt have diesel. I will admit, for 90% of my miles an old 302 gas engine would work just as well, but for the other 10%? The old 7.3 PS is perfect.

[@thomashodis5740]

I think the real decision making factor is what the trucks every day purpose is going to be.

[@richardmcelligott2881]

Nailed it with the ego. Full display on the construction sites, sand dunes, camp grounds and the lake. 40 years ago people were pulling boats with a station wagon, now there is an $85k pickup pulling a $100k boat. That's crazy in itself but to each their own.

[@kq2799]

And the bank owns both...

[@jonathankoehn8577]

Spot on!!!!

[@NevadaSmith2]

It’s so insanely common for young construction workers I know to have $1,500-2,000/mo truck payments, and yet some even live at home with their folks. They have zero clue how insane that is to anyone over the age of 35.

[@AsAugustSleeps]

@@NevadaSmith2 it’s pretty insane to be spending a mortgage payment on a vehicle.

[@NevadaSmith2]

@@AsAugustSleeps I cannot fathom doing that. There are certain things, that if you have to go to such extreme terms to finance, well then, you simply aren’t rich enough to own said items. I hear of 15 year loans in wakeboard boats. That’s absurd! Especially for a boat! I can understand extending yourself a bit for a house, but not a damn fancy truck or boat or RZR.

[@skookapalooza2016]

I love diesels...but they are really impractical unless you plan on doing a lot of HEAVY towing, or, running some really big off road tires and you would rather spend extra on the engine than upgrading your differentials. Of course, we're talking HD Diesels. A "baby" Duramax, Eco Diesel, or the 5 liter Cummins for the Titan XD are a different story. Even so, I agree about fuel availability. Plus, I don't like cold starting issues. As far as the smell...it smells like...VICTORY!!!

[@goodinsrt8]

I absolutely love my diesel gladiator. Super practical for me.

[@redrustyhill2]

My 04 dodge diesel will start at -15 without being plugged in. My 95 chevy gasser wont start if its +20 unless its plugged in.

[@skookapalooza2016]

@@redrustyhill2 Bruh...it's a '95. That's totally uncommon. You've got compression issues, fuel injector issues or mixture issues. One thing you could try is disconnecting your oxygen sensors. The computer should go back to default values. One way you might know it could be the 02 sensors is if you put the pedal to the floor but get jerky acceleration. It might do it at high RPM's. Your diesel starts at -15? Try that with a tank full of #2 Diesel. You'd better have some Diesel 911 on-hand. My point being, that you don't necessarily know what's in the gas station's tanks, especially at the beginning of the winter season. Even so, to the best of my knowledge, not all #1 Diesel is created equal. Different latitudes may add more or less kerosene to the mix. While that, practically, shouldn't cause any problems... sometimes it does. Obviously, with a gas engine you don't have to be concerned. The fuel should be consistent, year-round, I would think.

[@walterwhite2640]

"I don't like cold starting issues" is code for I don't understand how glow plugs work. You're supposed to wait until that little squiggly light goes out. That's the light that tell you the glow plugs are heating up. If you don't let them heat to temp, the engine won't start. Turn the key too many times and you'll food the engine and it won't start at all. Glow plugs take a little longer to heat up when it's cold. This is common sense.

[@redrustyhill2]

@walterwhite2640 not all diesels have glow plugs, actually very few do anymore, and there is alot more issues in cold weather with diesel trucks than gas. Anyone who actually runs diesel powered equipment when its COLD will know that.

[@austinryan5420]

As a 6.7 diesel super duty owner, I completely agree with all your points and if the 7.3 stands the test of time it will be in my next truck but at the time of my purchase the 6.2 was the only gas option ... beautiful truck bud and thanks for the great content !

[@jasonduncklee1544]

Cody, I greatly respect the way you approach the sensitive topics... gas vs diesel, east coast vs west coast, etc... keep up the good videos! P.S. I love my Cummins and I have had all the big 3 brands gas and diesel. It all boils down to personal preference and what you're using it for. God Bless and good luck on getting the shop done before the snow flies!

[@mirsidorov5112]

The best reason to buy a diesel is the ability to make your own biodiesel with any vegetable oil or used motor oil in case something happens, and that something might happen any day now. Cant make your own gasoline at home though. 5grams of lie into .5 gallons of methanol, swish int a bottle, don’t close container as it will explode the cap off, swish until all lye is dissolved -pour into 3 gallons of filtered waste veg oil, tightly cap, shake for a minute, release pressure cap off and on -let sit for 3 days -darkness is glycerin, will be at the bottom, pour off the biodiesel I like the simplicity of this. I do think its best to use a seperatory funnel during the settling out of the glycerine. By opening a valve at the bottom you drain it off easily. It can then be washed in the funnel and allowed to settle again. Likewise, open the valve at the bottom and drain off the water. You'll be left with quality, clean biodiesel at the top which will not harm the engine you are using it in. METHOD 2 10 liters of used oil, heat to 50-60c Mix 2 liters methyl alcohol with potasium hydroxide or sodium hydroxide (add powder into liquid, not liquid into dry powder as it might explode) stir to dissolve for a while Pour into hot oil slowly while mixing, stir for at least 15 minutes to 30 minutes, until clear Pour into another container and let sit for a day or two, better when hotter, Glycerine will settle, use a valve

[@joshoooway]

Thank you for this comment

[@smchambs]

Ok smarty, how do you make your own Def fluid for these newer diesel truck ???

[@livewire2k4]

don't forget to delete your dpf, def and egr. You won't be able to make DEF.

[@alanj7306]

You definitely made some valid points. Everyone has different needs and should purchase the vehicle that suits their needs. It always kills me though when I see people buying these giant trucks and they never use them for there intended purpose. People in Las Vegas are awful with that. Hey, let’s put on a lift and giant tires even though we never go off-road. I have a mid-size SUV now and it’s perfect for me. I’m also 6’4” and just don’t fit well in cars. Anyways, God bless you and yours and stay safe!

[@miqueiaz]

I’m exactly 6’4” tall. Do you mind if I ask what’s your suv?

[@1012Mrjesse]

Some people buy vehicles for their looks, not everyone buys a vehicle to be used for a specific purpose

[@pauldiesel4582]

Wrangler star, I agree with most of your points. I have a 2006 dodge Cummins that gets 19-24 mpg empty. My diesel is simple and easy to maintain like your 7.3 gas engine which you can actually see completely, unlike the 6.7 Ford diesel that fills the entire engine bay fender to fender. Modern diesel emissions are a nightmare to maintain and repair. Additionally when repairs are needed you don’t know if the mechanic is simply firing the “parts cannon” at a problem he really doesn’t understand at your big expense!

[@luke7750]

You make some very valid points based on the needs of most. I own a power stroke that I rarely use for what the diesel is designed for. We pull a 13k lb fifth wheel and something I never thought about until a friend of mine told me was when you’re fueling with a long trailer/ camper it’s hard to find gasoline pumps that accommodate. On the flip side we normally go to truck stops to fill because they cater to long rigs.

[@StarSpangledAmerican]

Really good point, I don't tow anything that large but you are right.

[@andrewmerrick601]

Diesels were nice back in the hay, simple chunks of unstoppable metal. Now, they are way more complicated than gas, since all the emission tech has suddenly crept up and they are loaded with sensors and half-baked technology. One sensor goes out and the whole system fails.

[@Robert_H_Diver]

Nah just delete and you’re good to go.

[@michaelbenoit248]

Back before 1994 w all mechaical stuff they’re great. Just change the oil every so often.

[@myststories2539]

@@michaelbenoit248 my buddy bought a 93 7.3 for 2k and I kinda wanna buy a 4 door 92 but I just put in an a application for a 2019 ram and hoping they approve me

[@MJScoutArchMar]

@@myststories2539 You need an application to purchase a car? What country is this in? I've never heard of filling out an application to purchase a vehicle. That's insane to me!

[@bstevermer9293]

This!!

[@tobyhauschildt5820]

I love how it’s the exact opposite where I live. Petrol is hard to find in remote areas and if u can find it it’s super expensive. And everyone Ik loves the smell of diesel

[@williamolliges2622]

Durability used to be one of the things with Diesel engines. With the horsepower/torque arms race they’ve turned them into race engines that need to be heavily maintenanced at about 100k miles. I’m in for Godzilla my next truck. From a 7.3 to a 7.3.

[@gorkyd7912]

Emissions junk doesn't help either. And diesel costing more than gas doesn't help either.

[@supersandwich8967]

@@gorkyd7912they should come up with a diesel hybrid instead of this full electric stuff

[@quarlow1215]

"Don't talk to me, I'm trying not to kill us". Lmao. Totally agree with the gasser. I'm a diesel guy since ice been a trucker for 35 yrs but the last pick up truck I was going to buy was a gas pot. Just couldn't justify the cost and up keep considering the usage I intended it for. Travel and camping. Because it would get no mileage through the week I didn't see the need as my daily was the companies semi.

[@OldSchoolMillennial]

Your story reminded me of my dad.. My grandfather owned a chevy dealership in the 50's and he would take my dad with him to the train station four hours away to pick the cars up and drive them back. Each would drive a car back. My dad was twelve and times were very different.

[@mcmullin191]

I agree with your list unless like you said, you need the power. I routinely toe a 28’ trailer at about 26,000lbs. I also didn’t want to spend 100k on a truck so I bought an older power stroke and rebuilt the entire motor myself and I couldn’t be happier. Super clean truck and rinds great. One thing you might think about though is I store about 2,000 gallons of diesel most of which I bought at under 3.50 a gallon and that diesel will keep for a min of a decade! You simply can not store gasoline for any period of time. Also tuned for mileage I get 26mpg when I’m not towing. The new Ford 10 speed transmission is amazing. That same truck in diesel will tow 50,000lbs. Nice truck BTW!

[@mountainseeker2844]

Very helpful comment. So if you are worried about SHTF you can store diesel at home. I didn’t know that.

[@CAJones-bu6tu]

As the snow levels creeps down and ski season starts here soon in Colorado, I’ve been looking forward to this years winter vehicle kit video.

[@TheRealGunGuyTV]

Some people need a diesel. Others don't. I drive a Ford F350 single wheel 4x4 with a gas engine. It pulls everything I want to pull with ease. That includes our 33 foot travel trailer. I haven't felt the need of a diesel. Additionally, when we're at our ranch in the Arizona White Mountains the nearest filling station does not have diesel. So, gas works best for us. On the other hand, I've got a contractor friend who pulls such heavy equipment all the time that a gas engine would not make sense. To each his own.

[@davidlittle611]

What’s a single wheel?

[@vasilis23456]

@@davidlittle611 some F350s, Ram 3500s and Silverado equivalents come with double wheels in the back, like 2 wheels per side of the axle. There's a Federal limit to how much weight you can put on a normal tire and it's more reliable in case one tire breaks.

[@davidlittle611]

@@vasilis23456 oh I get it. I’ve always called it a dually

[@ThomasHickman1]

I've owned 12 diesel trucks in my 52 years. So I am definitely a diesel guy. Very good points. But you missed number 10. Number 10 or really number 1 is the new freaking DEF fluid you have to put in.

[@Baptistbowhunter]

You can always tune and delete them

[@relmdrifter]

Outside of California :/ @@Baptistbowhunter

[@bookworm8415]

Oh right. DEF. Yeah. That stuff in the reservoir.... in... the engine part. Yep. Totally do that. 💯

[@roedurham3499]

Is there a way to get around the def fluids?

[@Baptistbowhunter]

@@roedurham3499 tune and delete

[@kcbeerslinger]

I can remember when the Ford powerstroke first came out all the general contractors had to have one and they were so loud that you couldn't even talk to each other at the drivers door until they turned the truck off because they were so loud. Like you said, they were always in the dealerships getting something fixed too. Another thing to consider is Oil and filter changes. Twice the price on a diesel. Plus fuel filters need changed all the time too. Also not cheap.But its hard to beat an Allison transmission behind a Cummins in line 6 for longevity that for sure.

[@augustineirizary6590]

Your comment is confusing, are you talking about a Cummins swapped truck? Allison’s don’t come behind Cummins from the factory. Also IHI was second to best to Cummins for quite a long time. Navistar built the 7.3 power stroke very well, one of the most reliable engines ever produced, I find it hard to believe they constantly had problems when powerstroke was first introduced in ‘94, I’m at 415k original engine, Pump, injectors, glow plugs. Oil changes are expensive, but fuel filters are cheap and don’t need to be changed as often as you think.

[@bartlee6006]

Oil changes are about twice the cost but we also have to change ours half as often. Most gas engines are 5-7,500 mile changes my Cummins is 15k all of my filters oil and both fuel filters are the same and cost 50. It’s all in what you need or want. That’s why they make different things. I’m a Cummins guy I won’t own another ford anything.

[@4570levergun]

To each their own and you made some good points. My deciding factor was the 1000 foot lbs of torque, and the lifetime oil changes through my dealer. And I totally agree the 10 speed transmission is absolutely amazing. I hope it survives the long haul.

[@farminindiana7590]

I’ve always ran diesels but I feel a big reason a lot of guys are stuck on diesel is from mid 90’s to mid 2000’s is there wasn’t much gas engines in the large pickups with much power so for towing everyone went diesel. But since emissions on diesels people wanted more options so now the big block gas engines seem to be coming back Just what I’ve picked up from talking to others

[@brndncrbtt]

I own the diesel version of your truck, color and all. I have a farm in the Appalachian hills and haul equipment, livestock and horses constantly over long distances. I appreciate the extra power and fuel economy and my truck is very quiet in the cab. I don't regret buying my truck but I often question if the 7.3 would have been a better option for many of the reasons you stated.

[@Gravelbomber]

You nailed it on all points. I specifically sought out a GAS engine truck for the same reasons. Im no stranger to diesels, either, but for me, it made more sense to have gas. I absolutely LOVE my 8.1 and Allison combo in my crew cab dually.

[@landonzeiber772]

Haha, oh the 8.1! If only GM would bring it back, so we could get back to big blocks competing

[@cameronjellison2085]

I have the 8.1 Allison combo. But I live in the rust belt and my cab is completely trashed. (I’m the 3rd owner). Only 157k miles, so I’m probably going to get a beater to drive while I have it restored.

[@bender49ers]

@@cameronjellison2085 I'll take that engine and Trans.

[@2tallschainsaws305]

I own and appreciate both gas and diesel trucks. They both have their place as well as pros and cons. In artic conditions the diesel has added issues. I've always ran 20 year plus old diesels. Got a 96 350 now. One thing I like about them is the alternative feul options. You can't do that with a gasser.

[@jeanguillaume4589]

Can convert gas to lpg

[@evvlb2]

The big reason I have a diesel, I am a certified diesel tech. I know how to work on it, I know where to get good parts. That’s my reason to own it. Plus my 5.9 Cummins is just fun.

[@wranglerstar]

You're not wrong, Evan

[@Upliftyourbrothers]

2005 Cummins 5.9 6 speed manual with manual transfer case and I did the manual front hub Dana 60 style swap. It’s getting older but with cost of trucks- I’m just going to maintain it and pass it down.

[@wheelieking71]

@@Upliftyourbrothers I have basically the same truck. But an '06. It is the last of the good diesels. AZ truck with zero rust and under 120k miles. It is the newest diesel I will own, and definitely a keeper.

[@NathanEnos2005]

I'm in the same position, except my certification came from KZbin. :D I have a 6.0 Powerstroke, and the only way I can justify keeping it is that I'm able to do the repairs myself. If I had to take it to a mechanic, it'd break the bank. I don't need a truck that big, and especially not a diesel, but like you, my diesel is just fun! When it's running that is... on that note, I gotta go work on my truck (and I'm not kidding).

[@patrickbass3118]

The 5.9 is my favorite engine. God bless you and have a great day friend

[@chrishunt1939]

All valid points! It's sad that diesel engines have become the maintenance nightmares that they are... They have always been more costly to maintain, but these newer engines and emissions controls are way too expensive to upkeep. Comparing older trucks, diesel is a much more compelling argument. But as time goes on it becomes a harder and harder sell for the novelty of it...

[@delmarbish3926]

I agree with you that it depends on how you are using them and which one does the best job, I have 2 Dodge Cummins and have had great service out of the my 2001 I worked out of for over 10 years and pulled a 25 foot gooseneck trailer. My farm truck is a 2019 F350 cab chassis with a 6.2 gas because it fits that job better. It all goes back to what fits your needs. Good video!👍

[@mr_big_pea_pea4013]

Basically you did what’s right for you and your family in the environment you live. Totally understand….

[@jacklanier41]

Finally, someone was honest about those diesels. 99 % of those who have them DO NOT NEED them. And what a PITA they are today. Back in the day, the operation costs were negligible because diesel fuel was cheaper, and no DEF fluid. Thanks again Cody foe being honest

[@brianthompson9485]

I mean... most people could get by with a prius or a bicycle... how far are we going to go with this logic'? lol

[@nalley6815]

@@brianthompson9485 yep

[@nalley6815]

So only 1% of people that have them use them for what they’re intended? Yeah I don’t think so boss

[@jonnyg44]

@@brianthompson9485 you nailed it lol, have a duramax and a Prius 😂😂😂😂

[@derkaderkastan420]

Nah. If you want one you’ll just get one. I don’t get how people think you have to have a need for something to have it. You don’t need anything. If you want something go get it. Everything I own is diesel even my car. Easier to work on for me. Longer lifespans. Can tow if I need to too and over 25mpgs in everything and the tdi gets over 50 so to each their own I guess.

[@rickyALH]

I'm in the same position. Thanks for helping me see I don't need a diesel rig for my applications, I'm glad to see the gas 7.3 is more than plenty. Stoked to also be saving around 10k

[@chrismiller100]

Last year, I bought my first travel trailer. I towed it home in my 2006 Nissan Frontier V6. That truck was rated to tow over 6,500lb, and my trailer doesn't weigh that, even fully loaded. However, it was a windy day when I towed the trailer home, and I immediately knew that my truck was simply too light. I sold it and bought a 2020 $67,000 Ram 2500 Cummins. I thought I did enough research before making the purchase, but there was a couple things I simply didn't know about - the CP4 injector pump problems being the primary one. In order to make sure that thing doesn't go bad, fuel additive is mandatory, which adds about $5 more to each fill up. Had I waited just a couple months, I could have gotten a 2021 with the older, more reliable CP3 pump. My truck hauls my trailer like a dream. Fuel economy is around 25mpg while not towing, and about 15mpg while towing. The seats are super comfortable. The stereo is top notch, and I love the huge screen for navigation and such. However, in hind sight, had I known all I know now about my truck, I probably would have gone with the 3/4 ton Ford "Godzilla".

[@brentreeve7554]

Great points and I mostly agree. But I do disagree about the noise. Not sure how many diesels you've been around, but the newer ones idle so quietly, you almost can't tell they're running. One thing you could've added or expanded on, is about the maintenance. Even oil changes typically cost far more because they take much more oil, and, in some places, it's like owning an import whereas it can be hard to find people to competently work on them at all. However, on the Pro side, here in Michigan, diesel fuel is often less expensive at the pump than gas, especially in the winter. Plus the bodies and everything else typically wear out well before the motors and transmissions. When I got my first real truck, I researched and researched every avenue I could think of including tons of YT videos on whether or not it was worth it or necessary to upgrade to a diesel. In the end, as I'm one of those guys who rarely use their truck as one, but a daily commuter instead, I reasoned it would've been incredibly stupid to go the diesel route, financially, lack of need (for the added power), and otherwise.

[@jordancook1668]

Yeah I must say, modern common rail high-pressure diesels are incredibly refined. They start like gas engines, are quiet, smooth, and frankly are kind of borderline miraculous in how far they’ve come. The biggest downsides are the ancillary components, mainly the emissions equipment: particulate filters, EGR, SCR, DEF, and so on. There is a lot of complexity that goes along with modern diesels. We also have terrible fuel quality in the US, which is one of the big reasons why injection pump failures are such a concern, the fuel is how they are lubricated and the quality of that fuel can be highly questionable. Have you noticed that you can no longer buy a diesel car in the US? There’s a reason. You can’t charge 85 grand for most diesel cars like you can a truck. Of course, once over a certain load you have no choice, but it’s pretty cool Ford gives such a compelling option with the 7.3.

[@tylerangle1990]

A couple years ago I did a rough cost of ownership calculation between the gas and diesel trucks going out to 100k miles. It seems like they ended up coming out roughly the same. You pay up front for the diesel and get it back on the sale. The improved mileage offsets the cost of diesel and maintenance assuming you don’t encounter major mechanical issues with either one. The biggest thing that keep me from seriously considering a 7.3 gas was the small fuel tank at the time. I don’t know if they’ve added the option for larger gas tank but at the time the range was abysmal in comparison to the diesel. Second, it’s a Ford. I spent years working on both Ford and Dodge trucks as well as owning both. Still can’t talk myself into owning a Ford. High repair costs are definitely not only a Ford problem but looking under the hood of a 6.7 power stroke vs 6.7 Cummins and it’ll be obvious which one is going to cost more to repair. Ford seems to hide expensive failure prone components in hard to access locations. We’d spend a day doing a job on a Ford that might take a couple hours hours on a Dodge.

[@fivespeed3026]

I know it isn’t a truck, but didn’t the Dodge Intrepid require removing the wheel well to change the battery?

[@ChipChurp]

Chevy equinox Diesel ⛽ lol

[@aecsummer]

Except the only good part in a Dodge is the motor they don't even make. Dodge transmission computer has left the chat.

[@derekc4919]

Got a fellow Pipeliner friend that traded his 6.7 350 for the Godzilla. Ended up ditching his fifth wheel because the gasser couldn't handle the declines.

[@OldSaltyBear]

My Dad is retired Ford assembly line worker. Even with the discount, I hesitate to buy another Ford truck. My last was a 2010 F150 XLT 4x4 with the 5.4l. Two exhaust manifold replacements at $2800 each. One rear differential at $1800. A 4x4 control system swap from vacuum to electric at $600 because the stock system kept failing and chewing up the hubs. Two sets of front wheel bearings as well. These days full size Ford pickups are priced waaaaaay too high and they come with a whole mess of options that I have no use for. I currently drive a low miles 2003 GMC 2500HD with the 6.0l. Aside from a squeaking crew cab door, I have had zero problems. All I have added is aftermarket bluetooth radio and rear backup camera.

[@edwardo737]

Wranglerstar today: “10 reasons I bought gas over diesel” Wranglerstar in 18 months: “check out my new diesel”

[@travisfeltwater5664]

Give it 18 months he will be out the closet he’s a ford owner

[@davidparadis490]

In 18 months he'll be telling us what a piece of crap that 10 speed tranny is...

[@jprevard]

Commenting in hopes I can see how well these comments age. :D

[@gizmosgadgets4146]

The main reason I don’t buy Fords is because I hate working on them compared to GM, and although my shop sees about the same amount of both brands of trucks come in it seems to me the Fords have more stupid problems whereas GM is regular wear

[@davidparadis490]

@@gizmosgadgets4146 how is changing sparkplugs on a Ford truck? What used to be the easiest job in mechanics they wont even quote you at a dealer now, because so many break off and have to be tapped out

[@urbanjungle9600]

Point 9 “if you’re in California…… you have much bigger problems with lifestyle choices than fuel choices”.

[@paulsmith8356]

I don't know about Your Ford, but with the Powerstroke; if You need major work done on the engine, You have to raise the cab.

[@drewmurphy2796]

Tell me you don’t know what your talking about, without telling me you don’t know what your talking about lmao.

[@lamarbeachler7738]

Lifting the cab takes 30 minutes

[@frankoftheforest]

they do that everytime my grandpa takes his f450 to the dealership shop. other shops might not every time.

[@kingdom1492]

On the older 6.0L & 6.4L this was true, the newer 6.7L don't need the cab lifted to do most repairs. Basically, if you have to pull the cab on the 6.7L, you would have to do it on the gas engine too.

[@jonwilson8170]

@@lamarbeachler7738 Wow. I need you in my shop. My guys wannamake it into long drawn out ordeal

[@pw3019]

Cody, Here in the UK, the push for many years was 'Go diesel'. The fuel was cheaper, with the introduction of Turbo Diesel engines they were no comparative to petrol engines and it was supposed to be better for the environment. Fast forward 10 years. The emission laws and catalytic converters just make owning a diesel very expensive. The emission regulators are always going wrong and cost a small fortune to repair/replace. Your Cat has to be replaced or (if you're lucky) cleaned and they are very expensive, to the point that they are now regularly stolen off vehicles by criminals who scrap them for the precious metals inside. Then the price of diesel went up, so that it is now either the same or slightly more expensive to petrol. To top it all, the UK Government have now stated that they intend to phase out diesel cars over the next 10 years - why would go diesel for a family vehicle, in this day and age.

[@samuelmalychewski509]

If the government is telling you they want to phase out diesel, then you can expect the same for the future for gas. Long story short, whatever the government says... do the opposite.

[@colincenge]

We’ve all been there one way or another: “Don’t talk to me, I’m trying not to kill us.” And the wife: “You kids shush up, daddy’s gotta watch the road!”

[@connahjones8178]

Or on the other hand. ‘dont tell me to be quiet!’ She didnt last long

[@Dan-gj1hz]

The 7.3 godzilla is a fantastic motor but you should feel the ram 6.4. You can get it in a single cab ram 2500 and it pulls unbelievably. You can get the intake ported with a ported throttle body and be right up there with the 7.3 godzilla for a fraction of the price. The 6.4 is a torque monster at low rpms.

[@pauln7422]

Makes sense to me, over 400 bhp and over 400 ft pounds torque sounds more than enough. Love that story, can just picture the guy with the pistol scratching his head afterwards, wondering why it didn't have any effect hitting him over and over again as hard as he could, and saying "man, that guy must have an iron skull!":)

[@seththiessen9140]

I agree as a diesel mechanic of 5 years and working on LOTS of after treatment systems and working along side/being mentored by a master engine mechanic/after treatment mechanic semi trucks. I will say nothing bug me more than seeing guys buy diesels that don’t need them. Guys need to understand the diesels now of days are made to run at high rpm for long periods with weight behind them so they can build higher boost pressures. Daily driving a diesel will just plug your dpf filter up and you’ll have a weak engine. I could go on for hours, in conclusion diesels are workhorses and need to have weight and stress on them and need to be ran hot and hard. Last words though you can’t get a better Diesel engine in a pick up than a Cummins nothing beats Cummins.

[@richardsb3606]

The early diesels were great for the daily commute for fuel economy back in the late 80's (just saying). I have a 3500 Ram Diesel with close to 300K on it and haven't had a problem with my ball joints.

[@Robert_H_Diver]

My DPF fell off one day and I forgot to put it back on 😈

[@machinist7230]

Short runs were the reason why my brothers Ford 6.4l F250 burned to the ground. The dpf filter clogged up, caught fire, and torched the truck.

[@ryancollins3227]

Meh. Id rather have a 6.0l powerstroke. Why? Cause i hate myself. I also like them. Working on them and turba whistle

[@nativeoutdoors1780]

Yeah ditch the emissions and you'll be better off for a daily, but every engine struggles when it isn't allowed to get to operating Temps or maintain a good rpm for extended time.

[@DJWhitetailfluff]

Was gonna add a few things for the new diesels. Both good and bad that you missed. New diesels run way quieter then the old ones due to their fuel injection strategy and they their exhaust is cleaner. With that in mind the drawback to this in repair costs you didn't mention was the failures of the DPF system in the exhaust and EGR cooler problems. Those alone are costly to replace and with the EPA going rogue with everything even beyond diesels it's extremely illegal to delete any of these emissions devices off of the truck. Also there is the diesel fuel prices and for what small mpg gain there is on these diesel trucks its not enough to offset the cost of the fuel. It's simply too costly to own a Diesel truck entirely in 2023.

[@kevinseefurth7177]

The 7.3 Godzilla is a monster of an engine, but it has been having valve train issues. We've had quite a few in the shop since they came out with valve train issues.

[@duckwacker8720]

That's why 5w-20 has no business in a engine.

[@inlikearefugee5194]

@@duckwacker8720 Yep I would think 10w-60 would be the ideal choice.

[@oscaracme]

@@duckwacker8720 That's why Ford says to use 5-30 in 7.3's.

[@duckwacker8720]

@@oscaracme that's not any better.

[@duckwacker8720]

5w-40 or 15w-40 has always done great.

[@P-J-W-777]

The reasons diesels and diesel fuel is so expensive now is because every grocery getter thinks they have to own one to go grocery shopping. Diesel, at one time was the cheapest fuel at the gas pump. The EPA laws have messed up diesel fuel economy as well as reliability. I was having issues with my diesel and found out it was all of the DPF system and the EGR was putting a black sludge back through my engine. I removed every bit of it and my fuel economy went from about 14 mpg to about 23mpg on the highway. I’ve gained a lot more horsepower as well as reliability. Just about every time a diesel goes to the shop for repairs/warranty work it’s caused by some part of the EPA exhaust/diesel filtration system.

[@javabeanz8549]

I know someone that bypassed a lot of that as well and saw very similar results. He could get 19 fully loaded, with a fully loaded toy hauler behind the truck, pulling hills.

[@P-J-W-777]

@Donald Trump jr yeah but it’s still the truth. All of their ridiculous laws that they pass without ever putting for any effort into researching what issues it will cause. They are probably putting out more carbons building all of the DPF, EGR and DEF systems than the diesels themselves would have caused.

[@kd7cwg]

Depends. Stupid Ohio governor added a fuel tax fir 10 cents on gas and 19 cents on diesel for road maintenance. Roads are still junk here……..

[@P-J-W-777]

@@kd7cwg Don’t you mean his bonus and then pay raise. He just claimed it was for road maintenance. Seems like they claim road maintenance every time they want money and then it magically gone with no improvements to the blacktop at all.

[@brianrolfe1742]

My personal truck is an early 03 7.3L PSD, F250 SC 4x4. ZF6 stick, manual transfer case. I bought it used in Sept 2005 after coming home from Iraq. Keepin him till the bitter end....whenever that is. Key point is that my truck is PRE EPA BS. Had a 2013 commercial line F450 CC, 6.7L PSD. Bought new..ran as a hotshot Also had a 2016 Freightliner M2 106 CC, 9L Cummins with Allison transmission. Ran as a super hotshot, 25K GVW truck pulling a 53 ft flatbed GN, 30K gvw, air ride. 99% of the problems I had to deal with was all the EPA BS. The gasser 7.3L available now is interesting.

[@tokyosan7906]

"Don't talk to me, I'm trying not to kill us" haha good to know I'm not the only one that gets a little terse when the driving conditions go into the dumpster.

[@jasonchandler6482]

I’m glad u did this video, gives me some talking points when someone ask me the same question. And I’ll be happy to see this years winter truck kit

[@HighGear39]

I concur. I selected a gas engine after overlanding all 48 contiguous states. Learned diesel isn't always availabe. In fact, met with a guy who was stranded because he ran out of fuel in a town with 4 gas stations that didn't offer diesel. Had to give him a ride 60 miles away to get 10 gallons of furel, and then drive him back. For the 2 times a year I need to move my trailer, the gas engine is the way to go.

[@highliter97]

The 6.7 power stroke was the best option for my use in terms of cost. The 7.3 gas was way too expensive for me. The 6.2 gas was in my price range, but I wasn’t happy with the performance. I don’t mind the smell really. 2014 XLT f250.

[@highliter97]

With that being said you are totally right about long term expense.

[@logansmith6188]

Diesels work good if you are putting 50-60k miles a year on them while trying to pull a heavy load at 80mph. If you are running short runs and not letting that engine really run hot and clean out by 250k you will be buying it over. New injectors, turbos, and front end.

[@highliter97]

@@logansmith6188 well sounds like I’m in the clear then

[@BGWenterprises]

From a end of fuel supply view, bolth types of engines have different types of alt fuels they can run on. But I'll stick with my pre 1994.5 IDI 7.3/6.9 diesels. And 300-6s full fuel system overhaul is well under 2k They take simple and low tech to the, I'll survive and run after EMP level. 0.01c

[@richardsandoval2899]

I like that when he made that hand gesture at 6:36 concerning pushrod V8 engines, I knew exactly what he meant.

[@danielsexton9311]

I had the same question about why you bought a gas powered truck. Just because you wanted a gas engine was good enough reason for me. But truthfully, it made more sense for you to get diesel, your skid steer, excavator, and tractor all run on it. So it is a fuel you will always have available and in fairly significant quantities, and if you have your fuel delivered, you never have to go to the gas station. I have had my 2002 7.3L Ford Excursion since 2003. I have had a few minor issues, none of them were major or expensive repairs and all fixed by me, vacuum pump, glow plug control module, a rear driveshaft universal, serpentine belt idler pulley and maybe a couple other issues that I don't remember. But the reason to own a diesel is far greater than to own a gas engine. First and foremost to me is fuel flexibility. People have ran 7.3L engines like mine on straight automatic transmission fluid. My engine uses 4gal of oil for an oil change, clean up and filter the old oil, mix it with a little gas so it isn't so thick, and bam you got diesel fuel. The engine can be ran on any flammable product as long as it isn't too thick to be pumped to the engine. Diesel engine exhaust smells just like the fuel you use, use ATF and it smells like ATF, get the fryer oil from a burger joint and your exhaust smells like french fries, use old motor oil and you exhaust smells like motor oil, you can customize the smell of your ehaust. My cousin was working for a company that had several trucks with the 7.3L diesel and an employee accidentally filled the truck with gas. They dumped in a couple quarts of ATF and tragedy avoided. Pretty much any flammable liquid can be made into diesel but cannot be made into gas. My excursion is a 4X4 and since I have owned it the only thing suspension or chassis related to ever to go bad were the shocks. Diesel engines are far more durable than gas engines, they have to be. They are also far more efficient engines, I get 23mpg on the highway with my 6600lb Excursion, mostly because of the tuner in it and with the new bigger ceramic bearing turbo I put on it a couple years ago, it doesn't even blow much smoke, mostly just on startup.

[@DVeck89]

You can’t run highway trucks on the off-road diesel he would get for his equipment. Yes it would run but if he ever got caught with that red dye in his tank he’d have to pay some big fines

[@alexaronow9316]

I had a buddy tell me to add a quart of atf into my fuel tank every time I fill up with fuel. What exactly is the benefit from doing that? Also curious what tuner you use and how do you like it?

[@danielsexton9311]

@@alexaronow9316 Diesel additives are mostly about increasing the lubricity of the fuel which will result in better fuel economy, and if you live in a really cold climate, adding a little gas to your diesel will help to keep it from turning to gel on you. ATF if fine to add but pretty much any oil you add to diesel fuel will increase its lubricity, so add whatever oil you like. As for the tuner I use, I have used 2. Back when I first bought the truck in 2003 I used the Super Chips tuner, which is the one that got me the 23 highway MPG and more torque and HP and I loved it. I retired 4 years ago and decided to treat myself to a retirement gift. I had 2 options, I could buy myself a brand new Ford diesel truck or I could spend 1/8 of the money and update and improve my Excursion with a bunch of new parts. I love my Excursion and will never part with it and part of the upgrade was to install the PHP Hydra programmer. The Hydra has a digital read out with 2 buttons to select which of the 14 tunes you want and all on the fly. I have not done any type of recording of what kind of power increase or fuel economy I am getting with the Hydra, so I cannot really give you any results for it other than I like it and it works.

[@KC-rk1hx]

“Don’t talk to me I’m trying not to kill us” was wondering if I was the only one to say that. Nowadays if I think anything could go badly sideways I leave the wife and kids at home.

[@milanmilicevic4618]

I drive a diesel car, and the fuel consumption is very low, around 62 miles per gallon. The biggest difference in fuel consumption between diesel and petrol vehicles is in city driving. Diesel engines are indeed much dirtier and more challenging to maintain in every aspect, but when it comes to fuel consumption, they dominate, especially if you get a good piece like in my case. I've covered over 155k miles with regular servicing that I do myself in my small workshop, and the car runs like clockwork. It's a Japanese Nissan engine in a French car.

[@kurtloptien185]

Not to mention the joy of buying DEF. It's typically simple to keep DEF tanks full, but some vehicles don't have gauges for it and should you run dry you might not get started again.

[@wranglerstar]

don't forget the re-burn,

[@jackharmon4198]

I don’t have def in my 6.7 powerstroke or a regen

[@bmiller1958]

“Don’t talk to me…I’m trying not to kill us.” That actually made me laugh out loud! 😂🤣

[@faithful451]

Same I've been there. Shite old 2003 Kia Carnival on very narrow very bendy roads with pretty much steep 45 degree shoulders directly from the side of the road, I was gripping and concentrating harder than I have in my life.

[@danielbonner8309]

Ya that was funny cause we've all been like that before.

[@aaronwernz5788]

I agree with your points on gas over diesel. To spend the extra money on something you don’t need is pointless. I do own a diesel though. This is because I am a farmer and I already keep bulk diesel and corresponding bulk engine oil for diesel engines on my farm. That and I actually have use for the towing capacity of a diesel engine. If this wasn’t the case it wouldn’t be practical. Needless to say I wouldn’t waste the money or go through the extra inconvenience of owning a diesel just so I can tell people I own a DIESEL, for my own ego. Practicality is almost always better. I enjoy your channel. Have a nice day.🤗

[@jordanprice3640]

Nothing beats the old 6bt 12v Cummins, all mechanical easy to tune and will run far longer than any gas engine. Plus no emissions and very easy to work on compared to these new computer operated trucks and cars. 1990’s best generation for any car!

[@danbrooks8241]

Love me the sound of a properly tuned 12 valve

[@anichols5845]

Agree… the problem is all the metal surrounding that great motor tends to disappear.

[@machinist7230]

Specifically, the "P pump" version(P7100 injection pump)

[@machinist7230]

@@anichols5845 I've heard Cummins Dodges described as a _100 dollar engine in a 10 cent truck_

[@WestCoastRoller]

Yes sir...97 12 valve owner here. I get 22mpg empty and about 12-14 towing. Best engine ever put in a pickup.

[@briancasey4917]

I agree. I made this decision 25 years ago for my pickup. For the cost of fuel system components I can buy a gas crate motor. On the other hand I also owned and operated semi-trucks for 35 years and you can't beat a diesel for maintaining torque when pulling a load. The semi truck of course EARNED what it cost to maintain. But the big truck engines are a whole different class of diesel than small truck diesels and are much more durable and there is room to work on them. I still have my 1999 gas GMC 2500 that wears a Western V plow every winter and it is still going strong. All I've ever done is maintainence, new brake lines, and trans rebuild. All of which is cheaper than a diesel fuel system rebuild.

[@1bobharvey]

I drive an old cummins 12v in alaska daily... it takes a little longer to warm up when you start it but hasn't failed me in cold weather when the batteries are actually good. Its loud, its bumpy, but it just keeps purring along and its far easier to fix if anything goes wrong than any of the new trucks. Its a lot easier to justify doing the ball joints or injectors every couple years when you don't have to make a truck payment the size of a mortgage every month and it still gets better mileage than any of my previous gas trucks even tho it can pull a house on command. Its not ego, its frugal and utilitarian. It does what I need when I need it to, the rest of the time its cheaper, and just like any other old tool it requires a little restoration on occasion. If I ever decide to spend 70k or more on a new truck I will probably just take this one to a damn good mechanic and spend that money on making this one new again cause I am far past the point of depreciation and am into appreciation.

[@Arclite02]

Worth pointing out that they've got small (3.0L) Diesel powerplants available on their 1500 series offerings these days, and they're brilliant little engines. Small, lighter weight, powerful (460 ft-lb), efficient (25-30MPG, depending on use), and overall much more palatable than the huge, hulking V-8's. My Sierra with the 3L straight-6 is EASILY the best engine I've ever owned or driven. And they're basically the same price as the gas V-8's, too! It's not terribly relevant for the guys looking to haul around a massive gooseneck trailer, but for anyone doing things that fall within the range of a 1500-series truck, it's WELL worth a look!

[@mudslutmusic9052]

I have an LZ0 Duramax in my Silverado definitely more like a baby Cummins

[@polaris6644]

Nothing wrong with buying a smaller diesel, but the one in the Silverado seems like it's too much hassle in comparison to a full size Gas V8. The timing chain on that smaller diesel in the Silverado is a wear part with a service interval. And it needs the transmission removed to change it. Which is ridiculously poorly engineered

[@mudslutmusic9052]

@@polaris6644 200k miles…easy job

[@Land_Raver]

​@mudslutmusic9052 People will cry about changing the oil belt but praise Toyota and other timing belt engines as bulletproof needing the whole front of the engine torn apart every 90k.

[@kb01663]

It is way easier work on a gas 1500 truck than a 3.0 diesel, you can rip a cylinder head off in less than 1 1/2 hours on a 5.3 or 6.2

[@kellan.dolan7]

"Now, I'm a west coast guy you know how we are, were softer here, the little things matter to us" -Cody 2021

[@kellan.dolan7]

@Donald Trump jr I know lol 😂😂 I can verify as an official west coast guy, lol, more like west coast boy but ya know

[@danmc5542]

Just hearing that statement made watching this video worthwhile.

[@kellan.dolan7]

@@danmc5542 i know right 😂

[@erwin643]

We're not all soft here on the West Coast. And some of us love diesels. Older diesels.

[@kellan.dolan7]

@@erwin643 haha, I know I think he was just kidding

[@FIRE0KING]

Got a 5.3 vortex in a 2001 gmc sierra 1500 for free. Not gonna consider diesel until that bullet proof engine fails. At 315k miles and still going.

[@StoneyRidgeFarmer]

Oh...it's getting deep on the West Coast!

[@johnpyle8027]

Global warming! Remember Gore told us Colorado would be the new coast in 13? years? That was over 20 years ago. I'm staying in the Midwest! ;o)

[@leswilliamson3587]

I had no doubt that the west coast would see the start of bad things coming. God Bless y'all folks and goodluck

[@RockieRoadz]

@@johnpyle8027 Hopefully the Great Lakes don’t drowned us out 😂

[@erwin643]

@@leswilliamson3587 Don't you mean the East Coast, with all its population density, compared to anything west of the Mississippi? Just take a look at a picture from space at night of the U.S. All the population density is in the eastern half.

[@jmwolfega]

@@behindtheseeyesiseewhatyou8953 Haha, he use to have a 12v he paid like 5 bucks for.

[@marshalla601]

I enjoy my diesel truck. And being a veteran who used to work on them makes it a plus. Of course mines not new so I can run just about anything through it since it'll run bio diesel .. veg oil.. and with preventative maintenance they will last several hundred thousand miles.

[@Geno2846]

Amen!

[@grandpied]

Also, diesel fuel is far, far less flammable and thus far, far safer to work around and when in a road accident. Diesel all the way, gasoline is for idiots, or pyrotechnics. Wranglerstar complained about gelling fuel in winter, guess he never heard of fuel additives. Another benefit to diesel: no carbon monoxide poisoning; for those cold winter nights stranded alongside the road and idling to keep warm. Diesels are for geniuses, only.

[@vap0rtranz]

@@grandpied Yup. Diesel flashpoint is ridiculously low compared to gas. A neighbor garage burned down 2 months ago from gas jugs igniting (not natural gas, petrol gas). It boggles my mind that gassers don't want to pack extra diesel in the bed of their truck but are happy to store gas in the their garages, next to kerosene heaters, and propane grills, etc.

[@grandpied]

@@vap0rtranz Yeah, gasoline is nasty stuff.

[@boomerang379]

I agree with you for the most part. These new diesels with all the emissions garbage on them are expensive to own and maintain after the warranty goes out. Yes the repair bills are insane. Now having said that, I love diesels and I grew up driving them. For the man that has some mechanical skills and time it’s well worth the effort to buy a good used 3/4 ton or one ton and swap in a mechanically injected International DT-360. I didn’t say Cummins because the DT-360’s are a better engine. They will absolutely run till the end of time and if you do need to rebuild one they’re a wet sleeved engine. The rod and main bearing journals are larger than the 5.9 Cummins too.

[@TXDSGMACH]

I have both diesel and gas engine trucks for my business and we may switch to all gas because of constant issues with the emissions on the diesels.

[@andrewslagle1974]

I have had zero problems with my ram diesels but after warranty runs out i delete them, no problems then!

[@zjeepgozweeln]

First off I think you're right. Now for the TLDR. NONE of the big 3 have REALLY built their engines all that well when you factor all the related components that make it run. They ALL have problems with fuel filtration and other things that contribute to fuel injection pump and other injection system failures (not to mention questionable injection pump engineering). They're all chasing tighter emissions standards and boosting power all while trying to keep the manufacturing costs down and in my opinion, failing to maintain acceptable reliability. I do all my own work. I own an old 12 valve Cummins that I fully rebuilt myself. I've chased all the failed Dodge steering components around and around. I have high end ball joints, Ford OBS knuckles and brakes, custom tie rod and drag link, bigger steering gear, and the list goes on. And yes it is noisier than a stuck pig in a library. Even with all the problems, I still love my diesel truck. It does everything I need. Unloaded I can run 600-700 miles on a tank so the fuel availability Isn't too high on my list. I'm used to getting fuel in the right places. Buuuut, most people aren't like me. They don't want to or can't do their own work. Plus, the newer engines are definitely a lot more complex and a lot tougher to work on. More expensive diagnostics and tools are required. Most of the major diesel engine work is done after pulling the entire cab off. Not cheap. When people ask my opinion, I lay it out ask them to look at the big picture with what they're doing and what they really need.

[@blakek2619]

I need a tldr for this comment

[@davidskoal1259]

Have a 7.3 2000 f350 780k miles 95% hauling a 5th wheel to different jobs , still running strong basic maintenance. Never had a gas burner make it 300k hauling trailers at a quarter of the miles . 2019 f250 93k maybe 1k miles not hauling a trailer no issues.thatnew gasser you will be lucky to get 300k on it

[@BacktotheBasics101]

Love your show, I would never recommend a diesel pick up to anybody that doesn’t need it for its full potential. I am having a very hard time getting used to your new styled glasses. It’s hard for me and change I think. Keep up the great work.

[@logansmith6188]

I enjoy your channel! Miss the videos! I hope all is well! I agree the glasses are not quite rancher style!

[@LedgemereHeritageFarm]

Once I wasn’t hauling much anymore, I traded my diesel for a gasser. It does the job and it’s a lot cheaper on maintenance

[@optc7388]

Got a FWD 6 speed Renualt Master diesel (there's no petrol version) with 160 horse, pulled 5 tonnes of scaffolding 500 km up into the Swedish mountains no sweat.

[@owendodman3037]

To each their own, it's sad to see diesels wracked by emission systems, they could be absolute monsters getting insane levels of power with minimal fuel consumption and instead we have the special olympics of trucks, I sure hope common sense prevails

[@whatyoumakeofit6635]

Common sense won't prevail. It's already gone forever. Diesel, fossil fuel lowered vehicles are being phased out already. Well be lucky to be able to buy a gasoline or diesel truck by 2030. This isn't a re-hash of current conspiracies. I am a product development for one of the major American commercial vehicle manufacturers here in United States. Believe me when I say this.........all combustion engines are going away. On top of that, we won't be allowed to operate our vehicles ourselves anyway. This is not something I'm happy about. It makes me sick working for a company that is going along with this energy transfer. I've been preparing financially to be able to quit helping the effort for the last couple of years.

[@owendodman3037]

@@whatyoumakeofit6635 electric may be the future but it's not here, and there are plenty of uses and users that won't allow for electric it'll take a lot to take the steering wheel from me

[@DK-jd8bj]

@@whatyoumakeofit6635 if things continued on the old trajectory, you would be right. It's not going to. Electricity is going to be very hard to come by, unreliable and expensive soon. The World economy is currently crashing. The very old gas trucks without computers will be the ones still running.

[@Ryan.90]

True, could say the same about petrol, far better compression ratio with there was lead in it. But as another KZbin said, they had to take it out because it was killing seal and upsetting lesbians.

[@whatyoumakeofit6635]

@@owendodman3037 I'm with you on that. I own three vehicles and the newest one is 26 years old. I'll fight with everything I have before going along with the new plan

[@samnathan1677]

Like I gotta admit you had some points I’ve never really considered and as someone getting a used truck first truck soon, I think I’m gonna be looking for a gas one thanks

[@anindividual3889]

I own two dodges with the cummins and a newer duramax. I can confidently say that if you don't own at least a 10k gvw trailer, you don't need the diesel. The only exception might be if you have a heavy welding truck or service truck or something of that nature. Most diesel trucks I see rarely are used to haul anything more than the kids to soccer practice or a few groceries.

[@Shot_Gunner]

Excellent video and perfect timing. I’ll be shopping for a full sized truck next month and I was considering a diesel. Now with your points in mind I may be better served purchasing a gas truck as I don’t have heavy pulling needs. Thanks for posting and God bless you and yours. 🙏🏻🤠🇺🇸

[@johnson200gw]

Cody, you could have also might have mentioned all the infuriating emmissions equipment on new diesels. That alone will scare your average guy off

[@outlaweduk]

its killing the reliability of newer diesels adblu pump failures and egrs giving up dont matter what make of truck its on

[@miketrimm3914]

I bought a 1934 Dodge Humpback panel truck off a wheat farmer near Devil's Lake N. Dakota in 1990. He told me that in the 1930's he worked for the Dodge dealer and they would load up a bunch of drivers and go to Duluth Mn. and get the cars fresh of the Freighters on Lake Superior and drive back in a new car and towbar one behind.

[@KyleHarrisonRedacted]

Had the choice between the Hemi and the Cummins. I respect my diesel brethren but I HAD to go with that Hemi. Even when the gas prices doubled shortly after: no regrets

[@ajs96350]

I have both and I love them both. Hemi as my runner, Cummins for hauling.

[@williammclaughlin8205]

That thing got a HEMI in it ?

[@om617yota8]

After years of driving a diesel, I recently bought a used gasser. While catching up on maintenance the previous owner let slip, I was continuously amazed at how cheap and available of all the parts were. For the 5k miles/yr I need a truck, 10mpg is perfectly fine.

[@davewilson7565]

10mpg is totally unacceptable , maybe ok when your fuel is cheap but in the uk where petrol is £7 a gallon it just has to be diesel

[@baileyharrison1030]

@@davewilson7565 So as he said, it’s perfectly fine.

[@eyetvideos467]

Couple things. I agree with pretty much everything you said. Most guys really don’t need a diesel and would be better served with a gas motor. If you’re pulling every day the diesel is the way to go though, there’s nothing better than having 14k lbs behind a new power stroke and going uphill and putting the accelerator down and you accelerate like an empty f150 lol. Diesels in the cold as well.. I’ve never had an issue. Parked my plow truck (6.7 power stroke) outside all winter long with no block heater plugged in and cold started at -10 degrees F no issues. Maybe -30, -40 you’d have problems , but even then I think if you cycle the key a few times there’s not many issues. Run the correct oil for your temperature as well the manual suggests changing it in well below freezing temps.

[@thegoldensteed]

12:14 probably the most accurate imitation I've ever heard.😄

[@EricAndonian]

Good thoughts, good planning, good decision! Congrats on the new equipment.

[@Zach-k2p]

I own both the 7.3 and the 6.7 currently. Both truck do the jobs they are built for very well.

[@lomax3216]

A diesel engine used to be such a simple device. They were very reliable and got pretty decent fuel mileage. Of coarse the cost has always been more than a gas engine but the fuel savings kind of made up for that. Not so anymore. Newer diesel engines get terrible fuel mileage when compared to the earlier versions. Technology has certainly made diesel engines more powerful, however that same technology, coupled with government mandates, has made them far less reliable. I have owned five diesel trucks over the years and I used them for what they were designed for but now the cost and reliability issues are just not worth it anymore.

[@motarded4214]

@@stupidsnek The problem is the tow ratings, and comfort of those trucks is far inferior to more modern trucks. I'd love to have a 22 Superduty with a P-Pumped 24v cummins and the 10spd ford transmission.

[@DefensiveExplorations]

Great information and well delivered on a very tough topic. This argument has changed over the years as the EPA has mettled with diesel rules.

[@alvinharp3437]

Fair points all. The only thing I wouldn't worry about with diesel is fuel gelling. I'm a long haul truck driver and in areas that get very cold the fuel at the pumps is pretreated with antigel. I do add antigel to my fuel just in case when temperatures drop below -10 degs. I fuel up at the large truck stops, so I don't know if antigel is added at gas stations that sell diesel. I've seen and talked to a Flying J fuel delivery guy while he poured in gallons of antigel into the underground fuel tanks. He told me their fuel would be good to -30 degrees. For prepers diesel can store for a very long without degrading, unlike gasoline. End of the world stuff if you worry about such.

[@mph5896]

I worked ambulance for 12 years. Totally turned me off to diesel. The 7.3l were so loud we could not even talk between each other in the cab. 6.0l came out, what a great engine we thought. Great power, quieter, but exhaust gassed us out of the truck. They broke NON stop. 2011, Ford v10 was put into the van type ambulance and that was 100% better in every way. Quiet, not stinky, reliable, powerful enough.

[@zackzander425]

I love my 6.0. Half a million miles.

[@risendudelm]

I used to run a parts store for a while before I got into heavy equipment and I can confirm every single point you made, Mr. Wranglerstar.

[@independentthinker8930]

In it's class, the 300 six was a heck of an engine

[@jimmuleta2985]

We love those large American pick up trucks in Australia. The only problem is they cost twice the price as in the U.S. Love your videos.👍

[@Snoogleheimer]

Yikes! Hell, I looked at a Sierra King Cab a few years ago (in USA) & they wanted $70,000,00. I bitched about that. Guess I shouldn't bitch.

[@coldsteelrail1123]

How are things for u in the land down under? Getting mixed messages here about everything going on

[@jimmuleta2985]

@@coldsteelrail1123 Hi It’s not to bad here at the moment . The only issue is that Australia states had a lockdown until zero cases were achieved and it worked until the delta strain hit. Now we are trying to get to 80% double vaccinated to reopen the country. We are only a few weeks away. I’ve heard a lot of negative comments about how Australia is like a prison and people don’t have freedom but it’s not really that bad . Australia’s covid cases and deaths a very low compared to other developed nations due the the strict conditions