#52 2020 F250 Godzilla Oil Change

Today I did the second oil change on our 2020 Ford F250. I ended up checking again later in the day after it had more time to settle and added an additional 1/2 quart. For a total of 8 quarts.
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[@crbourret]

I like the fact that the drain plug and oil filter on the 7.3 are close enough to each other you can pull them at the same time and have them drain into the same pan!

[@HillsideAcres]

It really is surprisingly convenient. Thanks for watching Charlie!

[@jeffpiatek2461]

Glue a magnet under the inside edge. Bam instant plug holder. I just ordered a 2022 f250 with the 7.3. I'm really looking forward to it.

[@HillsideAcres]

I think you may have a million dollar idea right there Jeff. Thanks for watching

[@AnglesideFarm]

I wouldn’t wait a month either.... That’s a lot of oil changes you have to do. I wish my tool box was as organized as yours, looks great

[@HillsideAcres]

The truck was due it had to be done! That was just the oil changes for the day lol Maintenance seems to never end! Thanks for watching!

[@pwneal]

Thanks for the video. Will be doing my first oil change on new (to me) 2020 F250 7.3.

[@docflash1635]

Man thank goodness this engines filter is easy to get to. I have 3.5 Ecoboost and THAT engines filter location and orientation is comical.

[@HillsideAcres]

I’ve heard so about that, this really was no problem. I really could have done without being on a coarse gravel drive but that was the same gravel for every truck I had to change lol! thanks for watching

[@flagovhate]

I had a 2017 Ram with the 5.7, absolutely moronic oil location, above the cross member, so you'd have to be half laying down, propping yourself up to reach your arm to it, then have it leak oil all over the crossmember lol. Glad I don't have it anymore.

[@HillsideAcres]

@@flagovhate Ive seen some filters that are just a pain to get to but that just sounds crazy!

[@PurpleCollarLife]

Great oil change day! I like the oil filter location on the new 7.3 Super Duty!

[@HillsideAcres]

thanks for watching Chad!

[@FFL-vg9ro]

Thanks for the video. I copied you exactly - oil all over my hand - dropped the filter into the oil. For bonus points, I burnt my arm on the catalytic converter - twice.

[@davidbell7091]

very glad to see that the 7.3 has an aluminum oil pan..

[@HillsideAcres]

Have been very happy with it so far. Thanks for watching.

[@RCAFpolarexpress]

Ho boy, you have to take care of a fleet like my friend Joe ( From Steel to Wood ). You will save a lots of money to do your own oil change by yourself 😉👍 Rotella is a great oil and Mobil too 👍😉 I like your Ford Excursion V10 👍😉 Scotty and Rubby will be happy in that vehicle 😇👍 You GO PRO will not rust Sir 🤣 Can't wait to see you next video Sir Cheers 👍😉🍻

[@HillsideAcres]

Yes the excursion is great for the dogs! lots of room! Not too good on gas though! Im just happy i didnt drop the go pro in the oil bucket. Happy to hear from you Dave, always a pleasure.

[@RCAFpolarexpress]

@@HillsideAcres 😉👍🍻

[@billgarbutt7844]

I grab a screwdriver and punch a hole in the bottom of the filter.Let it drain.When you do a 7.3 PSD,you really learn some shortcuts.

[@HillsideAcres]

Good idea, I have had several 7.3 idi and powerstroke as well over the years !

[@khtractors]

Boy look at that car lot! I thought we were the only vehicle hoarders 😂! It’s nice the same filter fits multiple vehicles. My Ford is easy to change oil on too, I like the filter being right near the drain plug. When you get time come organize my tool boxes 😄! Take care!

[@HillsideAcres]

Those are all lazer fit foam cut outs. Their very expensive for a few pieces of foam but cant beat the organization lol. We actually have a few more trucks, just didn't need oil changing. I have a very hard time getting getting rid of a truck that has treated me well. Thanks for watching Ben!

[@tractortalkwithgary1271]

I only counted 5 vehicles Richie. There are 7 days in a week... or perhaps you don't go anywhere on weekends. I too love Project farm. Man, he goes to a whole lot of work to make each of his videos.

[@HillsideAcres]

He is great and I think based upon his channel that KZbin is his full time job! We do have more trucks! These were the ones that needed oil changes lol ! But project farm does have some very entertaining content. Thanks for stopping by Gary!

[@Sventy11]

I picked up an xlt with the 6.2L engine. Awesome truck so far. My steering gear box starting to leak a little bit out of the output shaft but I'm sure ford will fix it right.

[@HillsideAcres]

6.2 is a good motor, we had one previously. Just figured the 7,3 was a nice upgrade. Thanks for watching!

[@joshualake4882]

I remember when you could get that shell Rotella gas truck oil cheap. I should have bought some when it was cheap because I have 4 auto part stores in my town and the shell Rotella 5W-30 5 quart jug is a whopping $42.99. That's tied with the most expensive one around me and the other is royal purple.

[@matthewheld1292]

I’m glad to see a steel oil pan under the new 7.3l instead of that plastic shit the new coyote engines went to

[@humphreyhomestead]

Your Chevy is outnumber just like my GMC is in the driveway lol Josh does the maintenance on his new Ford too. I love Excursions! Also, that toolbox is awesome. Thanks for sharing!

[@HillsideAcres]

The excursion really has been an awesome reliable truck! That older chevy only has 70k miles on it too. Its an extended cab long bed! Thanks for watching

[@johnambro7181]

Good stuff, impressed with you tool box organizer. Cheers.

[@HillsideAcres]

The foam fit tools inserts were pricy but worth every penny in my opinion.! Thanks for watching John!

[@jdub229r]

Just did my 1st oil change on the 2020 F150 5.0L - 9 quarts! 😳 Keep the content coming! I take my oil to Advance Auto, they have a free recycle tank. Use a couple old 5 gallon gas cans, store it up, make a trip when I buy stuff from them, don’t want to be a free loader.

[@HillsideAcres]

Thank you for your support and continuous feedback, it really does mean a lot. We put a lot of time into these videos. Are really enjoying the process making them as well as the feed back we have been getting.

[@Pinziee]

If I have used some gardening equipment, I always do a little bit oil on the iron parts, so they don't rust... Maybe an idea for the equipment for the tractors. Have a nice one, and greetings from Belgium

[@HillsideAcres]

Used oil does work great for that as well as the wooden hay wagons, i have over 40 gallons right now though. I need to reach out to someone with a waste oil furnace that can use it for heat, good way to recycle!

[@Pinziee]

@@HillsideAcres Feel free to send a gallon to Belgium ;-) ;-) Greetings from Belgium

[@OrangeismyNewGreen]

The towing will be interesting to see 👍🏻, Great job doing the oil change with one hand 😉, I think you need a Gorilla tripod it would go well with the Ford Godzilla 😂, have a great one 🙋🏼‍♂️👍🏻

[@HillsideAcres]

The worst part is i have one of those just didnt go get it lol! We started to do the towing comparison video yesterday until we realized the horses in Massachusetts were only 8 miles away. So i just towed both loads with the excursion. Thanks for watching Luc!

[@tractortalkwithgary1271]

I have the Go pro Hero 7 Black. I absolutely love it. It captures depth as good as anything that I have seen. Especially in that price range. They are super durable too. Min e has been dropped several times. Still going strong.

[@HillsideAcres]

This is the hero 9, it’s been great. I actually have some attachments for it that would have helped with this video but I was a little too occupied to go get them lol

[@donschaefer9442]

Thanks for the video. I had a V10 Ford F-250. I got rid of it with 340,000 miles Was a great truck

[@HillsideAcres]

We have an excursion with the V10 only 150k on it but it really is a good truck!

[@roywall8169]

Everything is conveniently placed. Well done Ford. How would you compare the 7.3 to the older V10? Thanks for the video. Its been years since I have done my own oil changes, but this gives me the want to, to start again. It helps that the filter is easy to get to. I asked for the comparison before you got to the end of the video, and said you may do a video. My lack of patience strikes again! 😂

[@HillsideAcres]

Well, yesterday we had to pick up some horses in Massachusetts. My plan was take the first load with the excursion, and the second with the 7.3. I planned to fill up before and after each load to get a comparison. Hooked up and realized i only had to go 8 miles away lol so i just did it all with the excursion. I really do like the v10 it has been super reliable and tows well, But the 7.3 is a huge upgrade especially with the 10 speed. Its hard to even consider them as a direct comparison. Thanks for watching Roy.

[@loganhurst992]

Nice fleet! Great video!

[@HillsideAcres]

Thank you for watching Logan!

[@RickyVentures]

Hello from Minnesota base KZbin channel. Nice how to. Love the tool box!

[@HillsideAcres]

Thanks Ricky, stays super organized !

[@pross263]

Ford's website and service department both call for 8 quarts even, regardless what the stick is saying.

[@HillsideAcres]

Then compensate for some residual oil that’s still in there. Thanks for watching.

[@ck3561]

Ford says 8 quarts. Ignore ford on their recommended oil type and ignore them on their oil intervals. Just use 8 quarts full synthetic and change around 5k seems like a good way to take care of these Godzilla engines.

[@HillsideAcres]

Dipstick is best way to go about it, had to get rid of the truck due to countless transmission issues

[@ck3561]

@@HillsideAcres that’s too bad I’m really bummed to hear you say that I’m still on the fence about my current situation. I bought the brand new 22 F250 with the 6.2 V8 transmission crapped out 3000 miles so I am on the fence about the Godzilla with the 10 speed or just saying forget it none of these guys know how to make vehicles anymore and just buy an older truck again.

[@HillsideAcres]

@@ck3561 I ended up making money on the truck after driving for two years. Bought a 22 2500 Duramax Alaskan edition and have been happy so far the Allison transmission is great but really only time will tell, only plan on keeping it for 5-6 years then into another new one. All of my older trucks do treat me great though.

[@MRHEAT20]

Get a FOMOTO OIL DRAIN PLUG. Makes oil changes a lot easier 🍻-- oh yeah thanks for the lesson

[@HillsideAcres]

Someone else has recommended that. Im considering trying one. That would be alot of $$ up front to do all of the vehicles lol. Im almost afraid that i will like it too much and have to buy one for every truck and tractor atv hydraulic equipment here on the farm lol Seems like i always have some type of oil changes to be done lol. Thanks for watching

[@garychristison5773]

I changed my Ford V10 oil and my hand looked the same after the plug came out. It's hard to avoid. Maybe if I was making a youtube video, I would get all dressed up. Those wrangler jeans don't have enough miles on them for me to be changing oil in them. Just giving you some ribbing.

[@HillsideAcres]

I have a v10 too unfortunatly our barn and house burnt down and lost everything we own so all clothes are new.

[@tcmeeks3181]

Gotta love project farm

[@HillsideAcres]

When ever i need to buy a tool or product i consult Project Farm first to see if there is any education i can gain lol!

[@wayneandrews1022]

Because of PF I use only Pennzoil Ultra Platinum and Purolator Boss in my Zilla.

[@slalomking]

Thanks for this, I'm really interested in this engine instead of the maintenance night mares of the diesels CP4 fuel pumps and DEF issues.

[@HillsideAcres]

Thats why i went with it. If i was towing heavy everyday i would have went diesel but this can do the heavy work just fine too.

[@slalomking]

@@HillsideAcres what size gas tank does it have?

[@HillsideAcres]

@@slalomking 48 gallon!

[@slalomking]

@@HillsideAcres Nice, I got a 42 on our 1997 Suburban.

[@sly9263]

There is no greater truth 3:02

[@MrDraper38]

Love my 7.3 Godzilla. 2020 with 32k and it purs like a lion.

[@HillsideAcres]

I like that, purrs like a lion, sounds about right! Thanks for watching.

[@timschmidt3784]

Take your used oil to Walmart for drop off after hours. Leave it by the Automotive Center. They'll take care of it.

[@HillsideAcres]

i would rather give it to someone who can get use from it. plus i need my waste oil containeres back !

[@chrisjudge31]

Quite a Fleet

[@HillsideAcres]

These were just the ones due for oil changes lol!

[@Merritt3246]

You need a Fumoto oil drain plug, much easier!

[@HillsideAcres]

I had no idea what that is, just looked it up and i do like it. Little pricey to swap everything out with one but maybe i will try one out. Thanks for watching

[@Merritt3246]

@@HillsideAcres they are a little pricey, but no more oil all over your hands. I also punch a hole in the bottom of the filter, and let it drain out before removing!

[@HillsideAcres]

@@Merritt3246 7 trucks, one car two tractors that have 2 drain plugs each is a few hundred lol

[@KillingItCountry]

I wonder what makes it “gas engine” oil 🤷‍♂️…. Strange. Waiting a month for an oil change lol 😂 yeah no thanks. I use a DJI Osmo Pocket with blue tooth adapter so I can aim the camera with my phone … wonderful for this type of stuff!! You did great with one hand!

[@HillsideAcres]

I guess its designed for gas trucks working and towing, heard good things about it and 13 dollars for an oil change cant beat it! The sad part about the one handed filming is that i have all sorts of mounts and mini tripod that i could have been using but didn't want to go inside and get it lol! I thought the free changes were to try to get customers to commit but they did the opposite for me lol. Thanks for watching

[@flagovhate]

I did the first oil change on mine myself prior to our -40c winters. The truck only had about 4000 miles at the time. I noticed that the filter on the engine from the factory, was different than the Motorcraft one I had from Ford, which was the correct once based on my research. I'm assuming it could just be slightly different, hopefully higher quality from the factory to help collect extra debry from break-in. I purchased a Motorcraft one and a Wix one at the same time, and as you mentioned I believe they're the same. If I remember correctly, Ford recommends running 0W30 in extreme cold enviroments, so that's what I'll be doing this winter. I'm planning on keeping this truck for 10 years, so we'll see how it lasts lol.

[@HillsideAcres]

Not sure what -40c is in f. but if youre going to be running 0w30 it sounds cold! this winter ill have the new shop set up, wont be fully heated but will maintain a reasonable temp in there. Mine also has a block heater from the factory.

[@flagovhate]

@@HillsideAcres -40c is -40F believe it or not lol. That kind of cold is hard on every single moving component of the vehicle. When getting going, tires will feel square for a few miles it's crazy lol.

[@HillsideAcres]

@@flagovhate We regularly see numbers below zero but -40 is insane! Where are you? Northern Canada? I dont think i would be operating very well at those temperatures either lol

[@roadglide1142]

Do you go by the OLM or a different oil change interval? I got one too! Thanks 🙏 At what mileage interval do you suggest rotating tires on these trucks?

[@HillsideAcres]

Ive decided to do the changes at every 5,000 miles. I dont put a lot of miles so this should work out well. Ive always been bad about rotating tires on my trucks lol. Ideally rotating the tires would be good to do at every oil change, but i dont think going further will hurt. I will probably try to plan for every 10,000 on the rotation.

[@cp_atving5084]

I noticed your truck has the factory dual battery set up. Any idea how that’s wired? What is tied to what battery? Thanks

[@HillsideAcres]

It does, ive never really taken a look at it to be honest! I know it also has a built in inverter as well which is nice! Thanks for watching.

[@brianaustin6184]

It surprises me that it only took 7.5 qts and uses the same filter as the 5.4. My 5.4 takes 7qts

[@HillsideAcres]

I checked it it again after sitting overnight so I could see the dip stick better and added additional half quart to bring the total to the 8.0 quart specification. I added that to the description after the video posted.

[@brianaustin6184]

@@HillsideAcres yes sir,just still surprises me I would’ve thought they’d go closer to 12 quarts or so.

[@HillsideAcres]

@@brianaustin6184 I think when they go to larger capacity oil pans it’s for longevity between changes. Manual says 10k I believe but I have been doing it at 5k. Cheap peace of mind in my opinion.

[@travisfeld97]

Why not buy the 350 for more payload?

[@HillsideAcres]

Few reasons, 350 raises gvw, I have three trailers at 16k the 250 is 10k puts me At 26k 1 pound short of a class a cdl. Take a look at the trucks on the lots, there is not much to chose from. And the only difference is adding a leaf spring and different rear ended. I could always add bags which would do a lot more than the extra spring. The 3.55 rear suits me well for my needs. Tows the heavy stuff locally and will cruise at 2k rpm and 80 mph

[@khonesavanhchandara7044]

Have you ever have any issues with this Godzilla like others. For example transmission Cam And lifter ?

[@HillsideAcres]

Four transmissions in 20k miles and I traded it in

[@khonesavanhchandara7044]

Thank you very much. This will finally open my eyes. I love ford but I think I will go with used 6.2 boss

[@ocalaeyeguy]

“Go hand tight”………. Uses wrench…. :)

[@HillsideAcres]

Oily hands don’t work too well on slick filter.

[@311hitwall]

No problem with the spark plug wiring harness?

[@HillsideAcres]

No issues

[@311hitwall]

@@HillsideAcres A ford mechanic on another youtube channel said the 7.3 is weak as water.

[@HillsideAcres]

@@311hitwall Works great for me! Thanks for watching!

[@anonymous_friend]

@@311hitwall Nonsense. This truck is a beast.

[@jerrymoore3368]

Do you have a catch can on your 7.3?

[@HillsideAcres]

I do not have a catch can. Thanks for watching

[@Sky-Carr]

I put one on my 7.3 right when I brought it home. Well worth it! crazy how much oil fall out you get in only 300 to 500 miles.

[@timschmidt3784]

95 percent of the fasteners on Ford vehicles are metric.

[@HillsideAcres]

Thanks for watching!

[@hornett22]

Nice junk collection! 🤣

[@HillsideAcres]

Thanks