6.0 powerstroke towing review

[@thatpowerstrokebloke]

she tows good bro !!

[@six0bros]

Thanks man. How ya been?

[@thatpowerstrokebloke]

@@six0bros school, work, sleep, repeat my dude 😂 trying to keep up as best I can 👌

[@six0bros]

Always good to see you comment on the videos, but school is definitely more important man.

[@bigj200016]

I’m actually looking for a older SuperDuty because I bought a camper that would be pushing the towing capacity of my 19 Ranger and I don’t want to get rid of that. One with a standard trans but some rust on the wheel wells and other areas you’d expect. The other that has a Rebuilt title but looks really good other than that. And that truck has an automatic. Both are 4WD. The standard doesn’t have a brake controller, but this isn’t a big deal since I run a Curt brake controller on the Ranger that just bluetooths to my phone and plugs between truck 7way and trailer 7way

[@six0bros]

I would have a mechanic you trust look over the rebuilt title. I would find out why it has that title. Sometimes it is something very small and it isn't a big deal. I prefer an automatic over a standard in these trucks. You don't lose boost between shifting gears like you do in a standard. Plus rust sucks to deal with and can ruin a truck

[@sipafifth]

Mishimoto has a kit with pipes, boots, and clamps. Very happy with it.

[@six0bros]

My brother has the mishimoto kit and it is a very nice setup too. He loves it.

[@Carnage6.0L]

You should post on what the parts cost and install costs for each part. So we have an idea of what it could cost us elsewhere.

[@six0bros]

This is a good idea I should look into that for future videos man.

[@AGuyandHisProjects]

242 degrees engine oil temp? Isn't the "danger" zone considered above 230?

[@six0bros]

I try to not let it get that high but that oil cooler was on its way out but it did drop back down pretty quick after. I will say when I run it that hot I change my oil much sooner. However it is fine for the trip

[@AGuyandHisProjects]

@@six0bros I gotchya. I'm doing a 1200 mile trip here next month throuh the mountains so have been purusing videos like yours trying to figure out what to expect. Thanks!

[@six0bros]

No problem. Hope my content has helped

[@georgesrisomsak9650]

@@AGuyandHisProjects how did it do? I'm considering a trailer that's 12,800lbs dry, and just under 3k pin weight. I have an 04 ccsb and wonder if it struggles on grades with egts, oil and coolant temps.

[@six0bros]

Anything done to your truck or is it pretty much stock? Not that there is much of a change in answer but there is a change on how the 6.0 does also is your truck running factory gears and tires

[@THETOPGLOCK]

Nice rig. What is the payload capacity or the GVW for your truck?

[@chawkins45ify]

Thanks for the heads up on the mishimoto radiator. Please let us know if the performance model improves cooling, looking to upgrade myself. Also, my BPD 7.3l fan clutch conversion and water pump helped lower my temperatures

[@six0bros]

No problem. New radiator goes in tomorrow along with new fan clutch

[@timsmothers8740]

I,plan on doing the BPD fan clutch conversion also, may do it while I'm getting my BD diesel Intercooler installed. Or perhaps just get everything done since this is turning out to be a down time summer towing wise. Time to stop waiting and take the leap. And get the disaster out of the back of my mind. Build list is close to what I'm thinking. Thanks for the info my 6.0 Brothers.

[@six0bros]

Glad you liked the channel. I have really liked anything I have bought from bd diesel, my brothers truck which is going to be getting a tow build done soon has bpd relocation kit and he loves it

[@stephanroller3209]

Hi I’d like to know if my bullet proofed 2006 6.0L with no other mods could tow my 37 foot holiday rambler tri axle 5er? It says it weighs 12,000 on the title and my truck is 3/4 ton. Would that be too much work for the truck to handle?

[@six0bros]

Man camper is 13k give or take. Now that is loaded. So you should be fine depending how heavy you pack. I know guys that have towed 15k easily with their 6.0. I would recommend air bags, and double check your breaks make sure they are all good. Just to make sure but obviously a good brake controller.

[@ReesesGT]

Did you ever install the new performance radiator?

[@six0bros]

I did and overall it performed better than the cheaper one. However it isn't better than stock. There is a company ipr research that makes one I wouldn't mind trying at some point

[@curtisanderson9984]

I contacted Mishimoto over the same cooling problem. There are two different radiators that they offer for the 6.0. The one that sells for the $358.00 dollar range is the stock replacement. Do not buy this one if you are towing. I contacted Steve at Mishimoto after some guys on the Powerstroke.org forum made the recommendation. I was blown away by Mishimoto's customer service and they definitely made things right in my opinion even though my radiator was over a year old. If you are having problems with your radiator contact Steve, he is trying hard to make things right. I couldn't ask for more.

[@six0bros]

I already have the upgraded one sitting in my garage waiting for me to put it in. Now for me to stop being lazy.

[@six0bros]

I also completely agree their customer service was killer and on point. Showed proof of purchase and that was it. Great guys

[@tubbybrandon]

That oil temp is scary

[@six0bros]

I wasnt happy about it. But the truck is fine. Switching the radiator and fan clutch out this week

[@frankd.3985]

Your engine coolant temp. is way higher than my 07 6.0 towing my 10,000# 5th wheel. Mine runs between 200 and 215 unless I start to climb a steep grade (6-8%). I have a relatively new Ford oil cooler and my delta towing is about 8 degrees on level ground. Even pulling my 12' enclosed trailer loaded (about 2500# or 12,500# total) my delta stays below 10 degrees. At 65MPH I get about 11MPG. BTW I also have a MIshimoto radiator. When my engine temperature gets to 218 degrees, my engine fan gets extremely loud.

[@six0bros]

I have an updated review talking more on the radiator. Also it is hard to completely compare since my fifth wheel is a good bit heavier. All loaded up my setup is a little over 21k. Now that is with me in it. Not that my weight makes a big difference. The updated radiator that mishimoto sells instead of the cheaper one is much better at keeping temps down. I also replaced my fan clutch which seemed to engage at about 220 instead of 230. I do believe I have an oil cooler that is clogged and will be changed out next spring.

[@Carnage6.0L]

What suggestions for mods do you recommend for the 06 f350 6.0L lariat when i get ready to start towing? I also plan to get a fifth wheel myself hopefully in the next year. Shoupd i get the trans built? Etc bigger turbo?

[@jjsroofing860]

I don’t know the actual temp. Just have the stock gauge. I had a pyrometer installed for egts. I just hear the fans kick in . I never let the egt get over 1200 on hills. It’s on a sct towing tune. It’s an 06 F-250. I think the gearing is too high. At 66 mph the rpms are at 1700. That 6.0 is only happy around 2000-2300. On flat ground if I tow at 75-80 mph the motor is happy.

[@six0bros]

I have considered going to 4.10s because of this. I am on a 35 inch tire and stock 3.73 gears. When the truck hits that last gear it drops me to low.

[@niceguy4928]

Glad its performing well👍

[@six0bros]

thanks man!

[@jackief1917]

I need to change my injectors. I was thinking about going with dynamite diesel 175/30 along with a KC stage 2 turbo. I tow various weights on and off. I'm not sure now what to do injector wise. I wanted to go with brand new injectors but having trouble find 175/stock

[@six0bros]

175/30s you can get from Warren or holder. Very popular injector. Kc turbo stage 2 would be good if you tow really heavy or have big tires i would consider their stage 1.5 with the 10 blade turbine wheel if they still offer that I believe they let you change change wheel. You could also consider my sponsor turbotimeusa.com and use my affiliate code six0bros for 5% off their stage 2 turbo. The stages between the 2 companies are different. The stage 2 from turbo time is smaller than the stage 2 from kc but larger than the kc stage 1.5. Just as a heads up, any of those turbos would work well so there isn't a bad option there. Hope this helps

[@eliteleaf5305]

do they make stroker kits for the 6.0?

[@six0bros]

There is 1 stroker kit out there and it is expensive and very custom. It uses a 6.4 crank and I hear mixed reviews on it. I think it's cool but never had interest in pursuing it myself. May I ask why you want a stroker kit?

[@uberDoward]

Did you go Fe or Al on the KDD heads?

[@six0bros]

He did not have his aluminum heads released at this time. They were still in testing I have just his standard o ring iron head.

[@uberDoward]

Appreciate the info - Just grabbed a 2nd 6.0L to do a full rebuild (and future swap) with. Debating which way I want to go with the heads :). How are you liking the Colt Stage 2? Same camshaft I'm considering...

[@six0bros]

The camshaft is hands down one of my favorite mods man. Glad to hear you got a second one. I use to watch your videos before I started my channel brother. Thanks for all the great content you have provided the community. I am looking to buy a cheap regular cab to make a drag truck and I am highly considering his aluminum heads. Or at least a port job on the iron ones.

[@michaelbrown4420]

I'm sorry we're you saying something? All I could hear was that annoying droning in the background.

[@six0bros]

I have gotten new microphones for inside the truck to improve audio quality

[@jahcure04]

What kind of hitch do you have ? Also is it fixed or is it a slider? Can you make 90° turns ? Thanks

[@six0bros]

Here is an affiliate link to the rail kit I used on my white truck. I am not sure which kit I'll use on my black truck however when I get it I will be reviewing it and why I picked it over this kit. I'm looking for a link to my hitch

[@six0bros]

Here is another affiliate link to the slider hitch I have. Also comes with the rails. Most modern fifth wheels you will not need the slider for but I do still have it. Just make sure I like to have a little extra weight for the hitch so if my setup is 13 I would like to keep it at 15k. Not sure what the norm is but that's my preference. amzn.to/2VjSUuK

[@six0bros]

And I dont have issues with 90 turns even when not using the slider. You still need to be cautious but I stopped using the slider part of it when I got my current fifth wheel. It has the bottom corners angled back and that's most new campers

[@jahcure04]

@@six0bros thanks alot for the info ☺ reason i ask is for my first 5th wheel its probably gonna be a 10year old used one or somthing with a reasonable price.

[@six0bros]

@@jahcure04 I would definitely invest in a slider hitch if you have a short bed or plan to buy a short bed in the future. That said some fifth wheels that are 10 years old still have some recessed front caps to allow better turning, it just wasnt as common

[@jjsroofing860]

Joseph Samsor. 100kph which would be 66 mph. Probably only 45-50 mph up steep hills. 9000 lb loaded toy hauler. 24’. Side by side in toy hauler. Dirtbike in the truck.

[@six0bros]

What temps are you seeing and how big are those hills. Even a completely stock 6.0 should handle that well

[@screamingeagle9553]

I hear you about buying parts that should work but don’t. I bought BD Diesel’s throttle sensitivity booster and worked good for about a month and it started making my truck run rough and then it goes back into re-learn mode while driving. Not good! Sent it back to them, which I had to pay for, and they “tested it”, then I’ve waited and waited for my product. Had to call them and was told oh yeah since we didn’t find anything wrong with it you have to pay for us to ship it back. So I did and then waited and had to call again. They told me, I guess shipping forgot to ship it. They had it for as long as I had it installed. So now I’m $40 out and the stupid thing still does it the same. I was about to do their shifter upgrade but I will not buy from BD Diesel ever again. I hope Mr. Banks makes his throttle booster for my application.

[@six0bros]

That sucks man. I'm sorry to hear that I have had good luck with my throttle booster. The banks one does seem pretty cool though I have had a fair amount of request to review it

[@screamingeagle9553]

@@six0bros Banks do not have it for my 6.4. It was between Banks and BD Diesel and BD Diesel came out first so not wanting to wait I bought from BD Diesel. Should have waited. I’ve emailed and call Banks and they keep saying they will make it. Still waiting! I believe that Banks stuff is a higher quality!

[@six0bros]

I'm sure banks will have it released. People seem to be very happy with their products.

[@Colorado4x4]

Coolant and oil temps seem a little high?

[@six0bros]

I completely agree. I switched to the cheap mishimoto radiator and I am not happy with it. I also just got a code my fan clutch I as not engaging correctly.so I am replacing both of them this week. I got mishimoto performance rad now and OEM fan clutch.

[@Colorado4x4]

6.0 Bros good deal. The stock cooling system should keep it lower than those temps like you said. The fan clutch should be fully locked at those temps and the fan should be roaring! It would be good to see a before and after temps comparison.

[@six0bros]

Monday I am going to film while I get on the highway and record my temps. Tuesday I'll be replacing it and then driving the same place. Hopefully the weather is similar for a fair comparison. My stock rad definitely kept it cooler

[@Colorado4x4]

6.0 Bros Awesome. I'm curious about your fan speed and temp differences after. So I look forward to seeing it.

[@six0bros]

I'll make sure to have that in there man. Thank you. I didn't even think about fan speed. Thanks for the idea

[@brianwaara588]

Did you bore out your 6.0 ? I am looking at doing 20 or 30 over but I too want to tow with mine I am looking at KC stage 2 turbo but I am still looking into this your info has been great!!

[@six0bros]

First thank you for the kind words man. Now I did not bore over in mine. If you choose to do that I would make sure it is as little as possible. You will not see a drastic performance increase with over bored engines. However for the sake of longevity on the build a 1 over is what I would do. The kc stage 2 turbo will be fine for towing. If you have it down that far I would really consider one of kill devil diesels cam, pushrods, and lifter sets. The cam will help with spool up a lot.

[@brianwaara588]

Yeah I was going that route on my build maybe I will do like 10 over

[@brianwaara588]

Do you and your brother have a Facebook

[@six0bros]

@@brianwaara588 yes there is a 6.0 bros facebook page

[@truckguyjoe]

Nice upload Jared. I enjoyed it! What do you weigh truck & 5th wheel combined?

[@six0bros]

I had it on the scale the first year we had it. It was a little over 21000 lbs. I forget the exact number.

[@six0bros]

I'll have to put it on the scale the next time I have it out.

[@KHunterK3]

I have just a $200 aluminum radiator in mine can't remember where I got it from but never see over 194°F ECT and that's even on the hottest days 95°F+

[@six0bros]

Do you tow at all with it? That is awesome to have one work that well.

[@KHunterK3]

@@six0bros I pulled a Ford ranger and few cars with it on the highway stays about the same might go up a couple degrees never a lot though

[@six0bros]

That is awesome. I am hoping the new radiator works better.

[@jamesgazdag876]

still waiting on kill devil got new oem oil cooler and ipr getting pumped up be back together in month i hope lol

[@six0bros]

It is worth the wait brother. I fully plan on buying from then again when I get a drag truck project!

[@jamesgazdag876]

idk how long it takes lol longer it takes ill be able to keep buying other shit while i wait ya no

[@six0bros]

That was my attitude lol. Which is why the end result happened to be it's current build lmao

[@e34mpower525i]

What rpm are you at towing at 70?

[@six0bros]

Hey man sorry I forget to be honest it has been so long since I towed with my 6.0 i want to say something around 1800ish

[@e34mpower525i]

@@six0bros thanks for getting back that’s not bad at all do you know what gears it was? Thanks for the help

[@six0bros]

No problem. I have 3.73 gears on 35s for tires

[@FORD4LIFE73]

The best radiator is a stock ford one trust me I had mishimoto rad on my old 05 dually ford is better best thing is to get a ford one and sell ur mishimoto plus I will get an ass chewing from Anthony too lol plus the price mishimoto charges u can buy at least 2 ford ones lol

[@six0bros]

I bought the cheap one for 350. They sent me the "performance" one for free. So I'll try that if it doesn't work I'll be selling it and trying something different

[@six0bros]

Who does Anthony use for radiators

[@FORD4LIFE73]

@@six0bros Anthony uses ford oem radiators u can get one on tasca.com for less than 300 bucks I have it's amazing how my truck keeps cool I also have a Murray fan clutch that thing does not let ur engine coolant get over 208

[@six0bros]

is that just the brand of fan clutch for the 6.0. my truck needs a fan clutch too

[@FORD4LIFE73]

@@six0bros yeah u get it from oreillys it's awesome best fan clutch for our 6.0 powerstrokes between a Murray fan clutch and a ford oem radiator u will see ur coolant temp and oil temp drop big time ur oil temp is too high but if ur fan clutch is bad that will make it do that are u running cat elc1 coolant yet or u still got the ford gold

[@cgindustrial1859]

Good to know,...thanks man.

[@six0bros]

Anytime

[@cgindustrial1859]

Did you use original Ford head gaskets?

[@six0bros]

Yes I used new Ford headgaskets. Although I hear great things about fel pro and would probably use them

[@niceguy4928]

6.0 Bros i used fel pro for over 60k miles no problem

[@six0bros]

I think I will use them next time man

[@cgindustrial1859]

@@niceguy4928 I'm gonna go with the fel pros, thanks guys.

[@jamesgazdag876]

man thats sweet set up

[@six0bros]

Thanks brother!

[@jjsroofing860]

I was looking forward to getting a mishimoto rad but now I’m disappointed to hear there not any better then Ford. I just find when I’m climbing a hill I sometimes have to back off because she’s getting hot.

[@six0bros]

I tow again in October with the performance radiator they sell so stay tuned. It may help

[@josephsamsor1698]

Death to Ice Shield how fast are you towing and what are you towing?

[@niceguy4928]

Death to Ice Shield get a bd diesel 7.3 fan clutch adapter and 7.3clutch and you will never overheat again

[@six0bros]

Also you could do the blue wire MOD and be able to command the fan on when you want it

[@timsmothers8740]

@@six0bros heard of that but forgot about it. But I may just go ahead and get away from wires and electronics lol.

[@shaunskidmore1957]

First

[@six0bros]

And you're on fire lol

[@shaunskidmore1957]

6.0 Bros lol, it’s a fluke.

[@six0bros]

Bloke found a woman and he is done with us lol.

[@shaunskidmore1957]

6.0 Bros I have the same radiator, I’m interested in the swap.

[@six0bros]

I'll have more details when Inger it changed over. Trying to get caught up in videos first though.

[@dr.ramramphd8463]

Does the 15 degree split only apply when non towing? I got a new oil cooler and am going to pull my 5th tomorrow, what is the normal split I should see?

[@six0bros]

Hard to say as my oil cooler was clogging at this time. If I remember right I typically saw less than 15 degree deltas unless I was pulling a long grade

[@dr.ramramphd8463]

I just took my 10,000 lb 5th out for a test run and climbed hills on the interstate. It’s about 80 degrees out. The most I saw was 211- oil > 204 - coolant. Most of my split was 4-5 degrees. The highest I saw the trans was 170. I usually tow at 65mph

[@six0bros]

Looking pretty good man

[@jamesgazdag876]

i see a blond u go boy lol

[@six0bros]

So that's my mother... lmao