Best Diesel Pickup Engines! Are they worth a damn? Chevy, Ford, RAM, GMC

[@thecat6062]

Great addition to the content on your channel. Look forward to seeing more segments with him.

[@Stacy_Smith]

Robert Keith The 7.3 is the most reliable!

[@funnydubby6401]

Idk, deleting the cat and EGR sensors result in the best uses for these older diesel models because the fact that these items were used and were new, overall, the 6.4 is very reliable, it just needs to be renovated to the older years basically...

[@Sig721Tau]

@@Stacy_Smith You didn't state gas or diesel for 7.3L engine.

[@Stacy_Smith]

@@Sig721Tau The gas version is a BRAND NEW engine, therefore it hasn't been tested by time so that pretty much defaults you to the diesel.

[@NoName-tz5ji]

Okie Rider 7.3 gas isn’t even out yet

[@kondasixtytoo487]

The guy should be a politician, never clearly answered anything

[@aleksfoxtrot8044]

Because deleting that stuff is illegal. They ruin your truck but you're not allowed to take them off.

[@majwor3763]

Exactly what i was thinking!

[@gilliqbal13]

Hahaha. I was thinking the same thing

[@Lester.M]

He said 6500 to make your truck reliable (6.0) if you had some stuff already done it could be less.

[@fireguy8466]

Hahahaha, that was the first thing that popped into my head too...hahaha

[@jf8564]

When I bought my Cummins I didn't plan on spending another 10 to 15 grand just to make sure it runs reliably. So I didn't and it has never let me down since day one.

[@repairvehicle]

Best Diesel engine is the one that has been maintained well.

[@jamesleach8520]

repairvehicle i have to agree I have my one preferred brand but there deff all good if well maintained

[@repairvehicle]

Bridger Ziegler, there are people who got 300k + miles without replacing head gasket and EGR cooler on original 2003 engines.

[@michaelwhalen4072]

I own a 2015 Cummins and find it to be junk with the emissions. I maintain it myself and keep it to a T. The ram service department is what's ruining it. And I've worked on many of the powerstroke 6.0 and find them the toughest if you don't tune them. Think about the amount of ambulance that have them that have million miles on them stock! Emissions kill these diesels!!

[@kennethbell532]

A 7.3

[@jamesavery6671]

Powerstroke is for sure the lowest on the list though. Yes they can go a long ways stock but there's more lemons. You don't hear shit about stock cummins engines and not much of duramax anymore. Cummins is the best if you want a work engine all day everyday in my opinion. The v8 diesel's have more sportness in mind

[@Obamaistoast2012]

I have 3 1991 first generation dodges with Cummins 5.9L engines all have over 300.000 miles one just hit 400.000, no engine problems ever, new ford 6.4L blew up at 126.000, they want 12grand to replace, im going to just keep the old dodges going.

[@MrWhitelightning73]

I’ve always liked Ford but never had a diesel. Asked my mechanic and he said go with GM or Dodge.

[@chrismarek7864]

I own a 2002 F250 7.3 and despite its age, it has withstood the test of time pretty well and it's approaching 300,000 miles.

[@MrLeadfootLeader]

Im a mechanic in a small town. People drive alot of old vehicles here, alot more than in any larger citys, yet it seems that most of the vehicles that come into the shop for diagnosis are the newer vehicles. I think it's because people are fixing the old vehicles themselves but can't diagnose problems with the new ones. New vehicles are more complicated, and there are so many different systems that can fail fail in a new car.

[@Dexter_Solid]

I went to a Cummins training seminar, and right off the bat, the guy said that the old stuff there was maybe 30,000 things that could go wrong on an old Cummins big bore, and the mechanics who worked on them after long enough could memorize everything possibly wrong, with all the electronics on todays stuff, that number jumped to 2.5 million possible problems, no one is capable seeing everything in their life that could go wrong on these engines. So yes you need help from manuals, and scan tools.

[@c5back9]

Like anything else, experience is key to being efficient and successful. When it comes to auto mechanics, having the right tools is also a critical “must have”. Key among these is a good scanner tool. It’s no longer possible to begin to effectively diagnose without a good scanner tool unless you’re working on mid 1980s vehicles or older. Even a cheap scanner tool is better than no scanner tool.

[@grandjeep6367]

So true about the new cars, the mechanical, electronic parts will break before the body panels gets rust on it. Be ready to spend money after there manufacturer warranty is gone.

[@buckeyesfan4700]

I feel you, not diesel but I have a 1990 F-150 with the I6 w/ Mitsubishi 5spd and it runs amazing never any problem I have to change the starter solenoid but that's a 20 dollar part I'm not crying lol

[@Nexus-6]

+ Marshall Jensen Exactly right. I'll take an early 2000's Duramax, 12 valve Cummins or an old 7.3L Navistar PowerStroke. The old non-turbo 6.9 and 7.3 Navistars may not have the power, but they last forever. I had an 86 Chevy with a 6.2L N/A Detroit diesel. It got 25 mpg. I wouldn't touch a newer diesel with a 10 foot pole. You pay a huge premium for them, and maintenance and repair are very expensive. Also, mileage has gone way down on them, which is one of the big reasons to own a diesel, aside from the torque they make.

[@Sens23Bruins]

Haha love how he keeps hinting to do an emissions delete

[@chrism2042]

I purchased a new 99 Dodge 2500 4x4 and kept it stock, traded at 251k miles while running great. Replaced it with a 2004 3500 4x4 with HO cummins, geared 410. The 2004 has been a beast, stock except K&N filter in factory filter box. Just tripped 205k miles and still a very reliable truck. I have looked at the new Dodge 3500, like all the new options similar to what my new Tahoe LTZ has but hesitant with the exhaust choking and DEF crap. Paying $80k for a truck, I would like to feel comfortable with it being broken in at 100k miles, not worn out.

[@rvduck96]

I am grateful for the 6.0 Ford diesel. After being towed in 3 times, I got fed up and bought a Silverado Duramax, best truck purchase I ever made.

[@makatron]

Imagine all those ambulances and first respond vehicles that had it.

[@warriorzmindset]

Have you had any problems with your Duramax and which model is it

[@frankm8252]

This video just steered me away from buying my first diesel. My camper is only 4000 lb anyway. Rented a Dodge 2500 with the Cummins, and it didn't even know the camper was back there. Wow

[@matthiasonphillips6323]

Awesome video friend! I have a stock 93' 12v Cummins, maintained regularly and is almost to 400,000 miles. still running strong.

[@mexital1159]

Nice. All you gotta do is hone or bore the cylinders and get new rings/pistons. Then run it for another half million. Great engine👍, and so easy to work on.

[@dosstheboss100]

I've personally seen 2 million miles on a 12v cummins

[@dayanfalcon9946]

The best combination Cummins and Allison

[@neohimself]

Cummison? Allins?

[@fredrickmartin9633]

You can put an Allison transmission in a Dodge

[@bobbyboucher5309]

Bla bla bla.

[@mikewest712]

Reliable diesel went out the window with egr.

[@rxonmymind8362]

@Evil Mofo New to all this. How does one take care of "it". I keep reading "don't idle the engine". Got it. What else? Just bought a trailer and thinking diesel or gas. Thanks.

[@timcreech843]

Rxonmymind have plenty of money

[@SKoGoMoney]

@@rxonmymind8362 Basically, for one, don't hammer it for no reason. Let the engine do the work and not the pedal. Not sure where you read that, Idling/warming is important, diesel engines need heat more so than gas engines. They operate on heat rather than spark. If you have a diesel utilize the block heater in cold weather. If you choose a diesel you will get much more power and hauling capability. Fuel is more expensive, but goes a longer way (which makes little sense since diesel is significantly less refined).

[@jonathanpalmer228]

@@rxonmymind8362 my dad had a 7.3l with 440k on it before it got stolen and had no injectors replaced on it, he just kept up the maintenance.

[@deadstockz463]

Evil Mofo exhaust gas is abrasive and polishes cylinder walls and gets rid of crosshatches causing you to loose ability to hold film of oil under rings one of many issues with it, a diesel or any engine can benefit from a egr delete as far as reliability goes

[@johnlavezzorio8011]

I switched from Hemi Gas to 3.0 Diesels. Love them!!!

[@Shredxcam22]

How to bullet proof any vehicle. Swap to 12V Cummins with stock parts and tune. Should be able to see million miles. No problem I wish I could get a 2017 cab gutted with all my old 1992 manual equipment and 12V Cummins. Till then ill keep swapping my 12V 5 sp into random truck chassis.

[@buckhorncortez]

I don't want to keep a truck for a million miles. I don't care who made it - after about 100K miles, the truck is a constant parts replacement and maintenance project. Brakes, bearings, tie rod ends, etc., etc. No thanks...

[@kylevanwinkle2081]

This guy was being so careful to not dog any particular motor and say that most any issue can be resolved. Of course you can fix the problems but is it worth the cost.

[@Inspector694]

Nailed it 100% ford blows

[@ClintsTractor]

Ford blows eh... I don't think so. Considering I have three 2005 - 2006 six oh F-350 King Ranch's and Lariat 4x4 DRW's. As well as two 1990 - '91 XL ('90 XL is a 4x2) and Lariat 4x4 F-350's, with the 7.3L IDI of course...

[@ClintsTractor]

Yar Nunya Your point is...?

[@GIGABACHI]

Walking on Egg Shells come to mind, very professional of him but at the same time makes him look a bit less "legit", like a public figure holding back on foul language because "it's wrong", if that makes any sense.

[@meifert2]

balle27 go fanboy elsewhere. Ford is the only person that makes their own diesels. They split from International because International had issues

[@cswal118]

Really enjoyed this video..i just purchased my first diesel a 2015 f350 DRW to pull a 5th wheel and go travel the country so it's reassuring to hear someone with much much more knowledge than me comment on these engines...thanks!

[@MA-fu5tm]

How did it turn out ?

[@mmarielle07]

i have a 2011 Chevy 2500 Diesel LML - i have had to replace the DEF tank twice since 2011 - 165,000 miles. No other issues.

[@dieselnutnaji6888]

I'll stick with my 7.3 powerstroke

[@kylekoplien4125]

Diesel nut Naji hell yea

[@peterparker9286]

7.3 puts out lots more power for cheaper money in the long run lil over a grand and easy mods wa bam 400 ponies and gobs of torque plenty for me.

[@tylerball6155]

Mine has 630k miles and still rolling

[@MrWhitelightning73]

@@tylerball6155 Wow 😳

[@marklanfier8287]

Best diesel ever made.

[@NathanSmith-kb4vf]

98 12 valve. Still tow a 13000 lb 5th wheel. When a 6.0 powerstroke is 20 years old and never been in the shop I'll be really impressed then. Love the channel btw.

[@Gearheaddeluxe]

I’ll keep my 1st gen 12 valve

[@brianfleck2997]

@@dr.fishing5740Iv got original 5 speed in my 12 valve 240000 let me know if yours makes it that far Duramax are grenades.o ye also look up how much your Injectors are in comparison he could build a hella automatic for what your paying for injectors.

[@brianfleck2997]

@mtrujillo1973 Proven most reliable. That's why they put in lines in all big rig's

[@ephedrineshipped2u396]

@mtrujillo1973 are you saying allison dont hold up after a tune?

[@Dennis-sq2nm]

@mtrujillo1973 lol. Only person I've ever heard say that. Remember man, 6 in a row ready to tow. 8 in a V, squat to pee. 🇺🇸

[@Trumptrain2024Vance]

I have a 2000 f350 dually 7.3 powerstroke in mint condition with 130 k miles omg I love this truck.

[@JamesCooperCrackers2Caviar]

Great video! You should do a segment with this guy called "Ask the Diesel Doctor".

[@Gilbertmk2]

James Cooper Gold.

[@Tsiri09]

I have no problem admitting I know NOTHING about diesel engines.

[@ajs96350]

If you delete the DPF (clean exhaust) on them, They'll last for ever. And stay away from Fords.

[@ast5515]

I know a lot about diesels. Just not ones you get in the US. In Europe we get some "tiny" diesels ranging from 1.5l to 2l. Yeah, German premiums have 3l diesels and we had a few V8 diesels 10 years ago, but 99% of them are 1.5 to 2l.

[@davidmoore9963]

Ok then....😉

[@Alexander-fr1kk]

Max Powers I just know that it’s important to change my spark plugs periodically 🙄

[@davidmoore9963]

Lmmfao...🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@marcpikas2859]

To me I question whether having to remove the cab of a pickup truck in order to work on an engine is bad engineering or not? The only real benefit is the extra space to work around the engine which is a plus for sure. I just wish they had quick-release fasteners and connectors to save work time and cost.

[@power7.361]

The thing they forget to mention is that the 7.3 is a legendary motor. You dont need to worry about head gaskets and stuff like that

[@Lucky4wd4840]

Sounds like he a FORD man!

[@victorloera1897]

I know right Ford man ,don't step on any toes right ,sounds like he he knows but doesn't want any backfires

[@Peccs91]

One of your best videos yet! Refreshing to hear simple explanations from a well spoken reserved guy when compared to many of the "diesel guys" out there on KZbin these days. Keep up the good work!

[@jpatt973]

Evan Pecora yeah you're right it was great for 8 minutes the man defended the 6.0 and 6.4 liter diesels that Ford made and explained how you can drop $7,000 more into it to make it a good product.

[@RobertKehl]

Like he said. Not a trouble shooter. He’s a performance mechanic. If you want a real review on how reliable these engines are. You need to interview a master mechanic that’s not into performance upgrades. Nothing wrong with adding performance. In most cases that mean removing the smog parts. That alone will make it run better and be more reliable. But in most states that’s illegal.

[@freedomrider266]

Actually, in ALL states it's illegal...Federal law cannot be made less restrictive, but it can be made more restrictive (see California).

[@japhethwar]

You must pay to play, period. A diesel truck is no different than an expensive sports car or boat. The more it cost, the more it cost too fix. If you want reliability and no repair cost, buy a bicycle. Myself I'm a 23 year auto tech and service all makes. I drive 6.0 f350, and my wife a sequoia. Never had an issue with either. Maintaining your ride is everything. They're all great, and they most certainly all break.

[@jpatt973]

japhethwar I absolutely agree that they all break but I do not agree that they all are great

[@japhethwar]

like a rock. I was speaking of the big three diesels when I said they're all great. Certainly there are some terrible cars and trucks out there. I personally chose a 6.0 ford because it's easy to repair. A Cummins is usually fairly easy as well. Duramax motors are awesome, but they suck ass to work on. The newer ford 6.4 and 6.7 engines are bears to work on as well. The one common issue I see with almost all diesels is their owners. Tuners, lack of money for repairs, and a belief that you don't have to service diesels as often as gas engines is far and away the most common cause of most issues.

[@followerofgms8294]

japhethwar when it comes to gas Chevy and gmc is easy to work on they don't change models like ford every super often, Toyota last fucking super long if you can prevent frame rust

[@TeeroyHammermill]

+japhethwar: diesel p/u is usually reserved for commercial application so it pays for itself by generating revenue. Gas trucks are best for personal use IMO.

[@lawrencemartin519]

7.3 powerstroke great engine just goes thru transmissions.

[@sokodad]

My neighbor is a Duramax man. He decided to buy a 6.0 Powerstroke for his business. He got it really cheap. Previous owner did a lot of the fixes to it. It’s been a very good and reliable vehicle for him. He’s been trying to buy my LBZ off me. I bought it and trusted it was a good pickup. Month after purchase had to put injectors in it. A costly item but since it’s been little stuff I’ve fixed.

[@tacocruiser4238]

I have no idea what you guys talking about but....I approve of this video.

[@lonestone55]

I appreciate your info. I do wish you would be more specific about what diesel truck you think is better for towing a fifth wheel, or in general for service life, maintenance, etc.

[@CB-DFWRealtor]

The government ruined the Diesel engine! I’ll never buy another diesel that requires DEF

[@FishFind3000]

They ruined everything. Even chainsaws have catalytic converters.

[@ClintsTractor]

Not RedMax, Jonsered or basically just about anything Husqvarna. They utilize stratofied engine technology.

[@williamsnyder4218]

That's not true. The government forced fuel injection. Chevrolet had fuel injection in the 60s but people wouldn't pay for it. DEF is a good thing. Allows manufacturers to run less EGR. Everyone forgets the color of the air in the 70s. People performing deletes are forcing more and more rules.

[@mikecubes1642]

they make you use DEF and have burn off times so you get less work done, its all intentional

[@clinton219]

Delete it.

[@theGADGETSplaylist]

Prior to common rail (CR), the injectors were cheap, accessible, simple. With CR, the solenoid activated injectors were placed under the valve covers and required rocker arm removal to access the them. And they are crazy expensive. Owning a diesel became more questionable. Then DEF came in. That's it! Keep away from diesels unless your use absolutely needs one!

[@mexital1159]

Facts👍

[@esmoglo]

Interesting but perhaps one of the least informative and most subjective videos you’ve done so far. Ford 6.0’s have had massive issues with the EGR failures and stiction issues you shouldn’t have to heavily modify vehicle just to fundamentally make it work correctly, that’s baloney & bad engineering.

[@jimeckenrode1271]

Jello you are 100% correct

[@ryanmiller167]

i work for a reman company and the 6.0 6.4 have been our bread and butter for years. when the heads crack boy do they ever only have seen a couple out of the thousands we have done that only had like one or two cracks. you couldn't give me a truck with those motors in it

[@russellroddy4417]

Had All 3 of them Ford had big problems with their China Injectors,Never had problems with Cummins or duramax, { would choose the Duramax.

[@buckeyesfan4700]

Jello Jello you are not wrong. I love my Ford's but uhhh yea this

[@aaronhumphrey2009]

Jello Jello agreed. I d buy another vehicle if it took me$7500 to get it " reliable ".

[@Doom6.0]

I have a 05 Excursion 6.0 and have had it for over a year. I have over 157,000 miles on it. Haven’t had any issues at all. And I daily drive it.

[@georgemercer3013]

Duramax.... Allison combo ... can't beat them you don't hear much about them because they have least trouble then any of them...

[@dr.fishing5740]

George Mercer i agree being a full believer in the Duramax.. you can't beat the combination..

[@sokodad]

I have a Duramax and it’s been decent but they do like there injectors. Least wise the LB7. Guess my LBZ had 206,000 on first set.

[@hightide9513]

There’s no perfect engine. I’d take injector issues anyway over stretched head studs.

[@itchytriggerfinger7622]

The duramax eats injectors. I think the Cummins Aisin trans is the best combo in my opinion. To each their own though. 🤷🏻‍♂️ they are all pretty decent now days. Maintenance is key.

[@Gmc0121]

sokodad I’m at 287,000 on factory injectors in my lmm

[@loganrm1994]

200k on a 2006 Cummins with edge juice and exhaust. Stock cp3 and one injector replaced. Been used hard had water in fuel last time it was down and fixed and injector stuck issue. Hoffs and lots of new filters fixed that. Still going strong.

[@timothysnow9006]

i know its not a full size like they are talking about here but im loving my lwn 2.8 duramax.

[@behrlock]

Interesting interview. Still keeping my old slightly modded 7.3 truck. Spent a pile on her, she’s a low miler pretty minty and getting 17 mpg towing with a mild street tune. Best of all no payments. But...... they day will come to buy something new and I appreciate this input.

[@99wcguy]

Can you tell us exactly what we need to do to have a "maintained" engine? This seemed vague to me so I'm just wondering if you mean making sure you hit those milestones in the service manual or if there are extra things we should be doing. Thanks!

[@CysMix1]

My 7.3 has zero rust and is in great shape aside from clear coat fading and a couple dings. Taking care of a truck is a lot like maintaining an engine and tranny.

[@JOHNWAYNE1920]

A factory truck shouldn't need "modifications" or "fixes" as he said to make it reliable. $6500 to make a Ford reliable? Seriously? That's the problem with Ford 6.0 and 6.4. They're junk from the factory. Call it what it is. Then the comment that you could buy a 6.0 truck for 12,000 and add the $6500 "I've still probably saved vs. a Cummins or Duramax." Hilarious rationalizing buying a junk Ford 6.0.

[@rxonmymind8362]

Which is astounding that Ford puts that much R&D into a truck engine and it comes out like that. These are engineers you'd think they know how to build an engine and watch KZbin videos on fixing their problems. They have to know about the problems.

[@nahrens223]

@@rxonmymind8362 the problem there is that ford didn't design the 6.0 or 6.4. Navistar International did. Ford had a huge suit against them for the amount of recalls they had which nearly tanked the company. Ford said they could do better and built and designed the 6.7 all in house.

[@rxonmymind8362]

@@nahrens223 Yeah, I heard about that. The Ford F-350 ambulances would breakdown leaving patients dying and other critical first responder vehicles based on the Ford heavies. Hopefully the investment they made will pay off.

[@nahrens223]

@@rxonmymind8362 I'm nearly certain the 6.7 paid off in huge dividends. They gambled their chips on that motor and the ecoboost

[@rxonmymind8362]

@@nahrens223 I agree. A few teething problems along the way but in the long run like Toyota they may be able to make these engines just as reliable if they learn from their failures and not repeat them. Then again Toyota decided to put rubber hoses on their oil cooler lines that directly connected to the engine. Sometimes companies have brain farts.

[@PistolPete454]

I am so sad Had a tire blow on me messed up my truck pretty badly last year Front steering is fixed now after 10 months of not finding parts for q 93 dodge .. But the tranny case is also badly cracked ( 5 speed stick) .. The B series cummins is still going strong . Take care of a good diesel and it will last .

[@web3036]

I have a Ford 6.0 that has 294 Thousand miles with NO head studs done and towing about 65k of those miles. The so-called Experts of any trade is about 1 out of 20 really knowing how to do a quality repair fix or restoration because it's all they do and the details are always left out because they WANT to make money. The 6.0 in short, first shortcoming is coolant formulation and water pump. The coolant would clog the oil and coolant cooler and then take out the EGR cooler. Easy fix is 2 run new coolant with new formulation, replace oil and coolant cooler EGR cooler run a coolant filter never run a chip never touch the exhaust and do turbo maintenance which means take apart clean it and that's pretty much it other than a few other things. I'm a journeyman in 11 different trades in commercial and custom home building and I took the same approach when learning the 6 o Ford diesel use what experts tell you AS information only not fact. You see people preach information but have little knowledge. to gain knowledge you need to study it, what ever it is. I'm 51 years old and in my experience humans will lead you right off a cliff, take your money and say you don't know I do.....lol.... so going backwards you would say to any expert how do I get 300,000 miles plus out of a 6 L diesel and not go through the cost of replacing head studs and I want a tote a 12000 lb trailer around a quarter of the time. Then see how many would say yes you can do it under $1,500... then you will see EXACTLY WHAT I MEAN...... good luck, listen to No One and challenge everything

[@MsLiberty101]

You are so right! and I want to to travel full time now that I'm retired...pulling a TT or a 5th wheel or even a Toyhauler...what would you recommend??? The more I read the more confused I get, so many various opinions...some hate this one and some love the one the other hates! uugg! S O S !

[@junkmanhaul1389]

I just bought 2003 350 ford 6.0. With 103k miles, truck sounds good and ran good, i really want to make this thing last, what should I start putting attension to? Thanks for your advice.

[@Thamac15]

I won’t delete my 6.7 Powerstroke. I run quality fuel, perform mx sooner than recommended i.e. fuel and air filters every 15k, 5w40 every 5k, etc. I like def and dpf systems for what their intended purposes are. If it fails, then I get them fixed under a free ford extended warranty.

[@jake-mv5oi]

"Let's just say you had an offroad vehicle" LOL

[@chucknSC]

Yeah. Right.

[@cornbread810]

Great video, but when the diesel tech says all the old 7.3 powerstroke and 12v cummins are falling apart around a great motor. Not all dodge trucks with the 12v are falling apart and same goes with the obs powerstrokes. It's all on how it's been treated. The 12v and 7.3 are expensive due to the fact that a good 12v or 7.3 is a diamond in the rough, they are difficult to find. And they are way easier to work on. Most people buy old diesels because if something is wrong they can open the hood and actually see what's wrong and how to fix it.

[@nickshipley2084]

I definitely think it'd be a good idea to have him on for more interviews and questions and definitely would be awesome if he could have his own channel 2 and that has helped me clarify on when I purchase a new truck for me it will still be brand new I'll just worry about all that EPA crap but now I know what can go that far thank you

[@brandoneaton2117]

Justin worked on my 08 6.4 powerstoke and put it on the right track, never have had a problem with it, dam good mechanic

[@Inspector694]

Great video! But i know the duramax has been out since 2001 but tell then out of all the diesel engines it has had the least major problems including the transmission and the best performance. Now all you diesel junkies can defend your brand but look at the big picture logically and the duramax with the allison transmission wins overall.

[@sotexdiesel5960]

The duramax is a great engine

[@bowtie-man]

balle27 I totally agree, with proper maintenance, on average the duramax/allison combo should be good for at least 500k. Being a mechanic for the last 10yrs I regularly service 2 of the afore mentioned combos with 525k and a third with 430k.✌✌

[@markgodfrey790]

balle27 - whatever... typical chevtard...

[@bowtie-man]

Mark Godfrey maybe so, but he's a smart chevtard and doesn't drive money pits.

[@markgodfrey790]

mr.18436572 - I guarantee. If he's driving a Chevy he's driving a money pit.. better watch those ball joints, tie rods, frames that crack and break at the upper a arm , front hubs that have to be replaced with only 75,000 miles on the clock frt park lamps that short out and stop working. Tail gate latches that break, drive shafts that break just driving down the hwy. Dash displays that go hay wire and light up all the warning lights computers that fuck up engines that smoke and suck oil after break in. Best you don't park it in your garage or too close to your house because they have been known to burst into flames for no apparent reason.. better beware of that ignition switch too...so yeah. That's not a money pit at all... Fucking chevtards are special.

[@phillipdernbach4450]

I like the information I drive an 07 Chevy Duramax lmm I like your Channel 2

[@300zx-sfy8]

Another good video. I sold my 2014 f350 and got the 2017 f450. Same color as yours lol keep it up brother you’ll have 1 mil subs within a year!

[@BigTruckBigRV]

+300zx-SFY: Thanks brother

[@erroneum]

Stepping outside the setups put in pickups, Cummins' ISX15 (often put in semis) is giving us quite a few problems in regard to coolant getting into the fuel system around the the injector cups, as well as the whole truck overheating way too often (230+ F isn't that uncommon during the summer). They're strong, smooth running engines and we get relatively few aftertreatment problems, but they definitely have a few things working against them.

[@buzzsaw301]

can't compare a 7.3 or 5.9 to these new diesels.

[@BigTruckBigRV]

not true, you can compare any engine to any other engine. :)

[@ztj-vv9zp]

@Trae Thibodeaux No, they talk about them because they still own them and have no need to go wasting money on a new truck when they have one fully paid off that will still last another half million miles and serve their purposes well. Not everyone likes living in debt or spending money mindlessly.

[@atonewiththemultiverse2889]

Boom what he said

[@stevedresen8497]

Sure can... drop in a new re-manufactured 7.3! Granted that will cost about $12K... but it'll run another twenty years! Not sure if any of these new ones will prove to be as reliable.

[@mattweeks2272]

Steve Dresen the powerstroke 6.7 is proving to be that reliable.

[@barthj21]

I know dick about trucks and I'd give this dude my credit card and my truck and tell him to have fun. Seems like a very honest dude

[@josegusman602]

I like the part; take the cab off just to work onthe engine.. lol.

[@dw6505]

97' 12v Cummins replaced the 6.oh in my 03' F350. Was a lot of work, but still so glad I did that.

[@leviemerick6736]

There’s a guy named Bill Hewitt (powerstrokehelp.com) down in Atlanta and he pretty much bulletproofs 6.0 trucks for a living. He sells those things like hot cakes. Granted they’re in the upper 20’s in thousands of dollars but you know it’s damn good work to make the engines last and he offers a lifetime head gasket warranty. I love seeing his work.

[@olegmisyuk157]

Lol powerstrokehelp.com is a hack. He doesn't know what he is talking about and has a very bad reputation in the diesel community.

[@BruceLee-xn3nn]

This dude knows more than any of these kids that learned off of KZbin.

[@alexsmba]

Oleg Misyuk lol I didn’t know there was a diesel community. Does everyone hang out together at the mall?

[@aaronhumphrey2009]

Levi Emerick good on him, but still a black mark on Ford/ international reliability..

[@donberry7657]

@@alexsmba You'll find plenty of diesel communities at any truck stop. And those high mileage ladies walking the parking lot are um, community supporters...

[@r.g.3688]

I have a friend that has a 2000 Ford F350 single wheel that has over 350,000 miles and hasn't had any major trouble with that truck yet...Not saying it will continue to perform a lot longer but who knows...He also maintains his truck like everyone should...on Schedule..and with the correct parts and fluids...

[@samwilliams1586]

Good addition to your content. I'd be curious if there are any "insider secrets" for prolonging diesel engine life other than routine maintenance.

[@kylevanwinkle2081]

Sam Williams yea after treatment delete and a good clean tune.

[@ephedrineshipped2u396]

Run some 2 stroke tcw3 rated oil in every gas tank. 1oz per 5 gallons of gasoline is the gas formula. Google: been testing oil. Written about gas engines but recently came across ppl doing it with diesels

[@mexital1159]

@@ephedrineshipped2u396 no, no, no, you will get carbon buildup in your get system. Huge $$$$ repair

[@kickthatmulelee1245]

yur,it's called converting to natural gas or propane.

[@caseypowell8641]

I have a 07 6.0 with 352K on it- I have replaced the turbo/egr delete/ oil rail replaced and injectors/ and it runs very well- It was a fleet truck before I got it and the only major repair it had before me was egr replaced (oem)

[@rickbaier1042]

I own a 2005 3500 5.9 cummins right at 200k not one issue.

[@misconceptionindustries2968]

Pre emissions duh!!!

[@Sig721Tau]

I would like to know his thoughts on small diesel engines like the following: 3.0L EcoDiesel (Ram) 2.8L Duramax (GM, US) 3.2L Duramax (GM, overseas) 3.0L Powerstroke (Ford, US) 3.0L Cummins (Nissan, US) Frontier 5.OL Cummins (Nissan, US) Titan

[@MrLegacy36]

I bought a super mint 2011 F250 6.7, with 31k miles on it. I really like it. I dumped some money into wiper washer fluid, bought the good stuff from RainX set me back a pretty penny about $6.49 at Walmart

[@sotexdiesel5960]

We like to couple their washer fluid with the premium rain x wiper blades for the ultimate windshield power pack.

[@gerhardmoeller774]

Bullet proof.... My new goal for my 2017 F250 power stroke! I might have to go ”off road only” ; ) ...Great vid, tuvm.

[@curtis1951]

I'm sorry but I don't think you should spend all that money on a diesel truck and then have to modify it just to make it run right. Gas engines have always done what I needed them to with a lot less issues than diesels.

[@CumminsDriver]

I like my old dodges awful well. A little rust on the body never left me on the side of the road. I have less in my whole truck than the cost of the "bulletproofing" process.

[@buddylight2191]

I wish someone would do a reviews on the Ram manual transmission trucks.

[@theoneaboveall5879]

Manual is better. Hauling woods is easier. Also no one can ask me if they can use my ride, because they grew up on automatic.

[@semajniffirg230]

Had a 14 3500 cummins g56 truck, engine and trans was awesome, rest of the truck was plagued with electrical problems and insane corrosion issues and every part I needed was always on backorder. After finally waiting 5 months for a wiper module, traded it in on a 2018 f250 6.2 gas truck, couldn't be happier. Never gooing to touch a fiat truck or vehicle again, that company has major issues I don't think they'll even be around in another 10 years. Had a 2016 wrangler that was a nightmare they couldn't fix as well and have heard horror story after horror story from every fiat chrysler dealer ive been to. Entire back lots of dealerships full of trucks waiting on backordered parts, buybacks left and right on jeeps, trucks, and challengers. It's just bad.

[@xraydelta100]

Thanks. Very helpful. Your knowledgable guest narrowed the data down to choices I may make.

[@NordicNevs]

Don’t ya love the “I have changed my oil 1 time” I know EVERYTHING about diesels LOL

[@Jhnmor]

I have 225k on my Dodge 2005 Cummings engine. All I have done major is replaced fuel injectors. Keep those injectors clean with Lucas injector cleaner.

[@GP9railfan]

Cummins is the only option if you want durability, and reliability over the long haul.

[@JB_WhoWork]

I’ve never never owned Ford/Chevy but my RAM has been nothing but reliable. I tow 12k 6-8 months out of the year and it's been great!

[@pushpushlambert8079]

Yup ... Boats , farm equipment and trucking industries use in line six diesels .... Only good V was Detroit . Cummins was great in making the 5.9 . Legendary slow building torque that could move a Mountain .

[@pushpushlambert8079]

Salvage 12 and early 24 valve CumminS ... Let the Dodge die . I have 01 24 valve and now a Fiat diesel lol ....I do like it so far ...

[@Thamac15]

I’m sure you made this comment after owning multiple Ford and Chevy diesels along with your 10+ years working on diesels. As Chip Diamond would say,....”psh”.

[@dr.fishing5740]

Not when you go through a transmission every 100k

[@deanhueter2866]

My fleet of “class 8 “ OTR trucks was compromised of mainly Cummins powered tractors. I found Cummins to be the most reliable of them all. There were Detroit’s and Cats in the mix, but those were owner-operators. My personal tractor was a COE Pete with a Cummins KT650 with over 1mil miles on the chassis. I invest in tried & true.

[@gr7428]

7.3 that's all that needs to be said! The End!

[@twoeyedjack879]

The DOC and DPF from my '08 F250 are safely in the barn, and the engine runs like a top. With a mild 70 HP tune, it tows my 14.5K lb. equipment trailer like a kitten on a string. The only downside is I have to put the EPA crap back in every two years for the smog genuflection. It's worth it to me to never see a message on the dash again telling me to drive until the exhaust filter is clean. Haha.

[@shaungoldsmith8055]

6.0 junk!! 6.4 junk!! 6.7 yet to be seen I'll stick to my 7.3

[@southpawhammer8644]

Watching a lot of those videos. Thinking of ordering a 2022 Ram 2500 with the Cummins turbo.

[@mycatumz640]

It's amazing how die hard ford fans can justify putting money into a motor to make it reliable.

[@siedpe13]

I bought a 06 f350 6.0 4x4 cab and chassis 165wb 230kmi earlier this year for $5k. Came with $22k of receipts for maintenance and bullet proofing

[@jasonpowell5619]

Love your video's. And love the fact that you've been watching streetspeed717 also.

[@Seveneleven44]

173,009 miles on my 2011 6.7 powerstroke. No issues ever, besides the check coolant additive warning light.

[@myleshansel7950]

Great video, you need too make three video's highlighting each of the big 3 diesel engines, he touched more on the Fords than he did the Dodge or Chevy.

[@jimeckenrode1271]

the dodge and chevy were better engines that is why

[@lorishelstad5968]

Very helpful, love the truck we have, she's getting old tho, 1997 F250, 7.3 diesel engine, debating about fixing her up...I don't go crazy for a lot of vehicles out there but I do with this truck, thank U, u have been extremely helpful!

[@michaelbenoit248]

I’ll keep my 1st gen 7.3 Powerstroke. Cough 6.4.

[@texasT6]

17 f250 is my first diesel truck and I sure hope it stays reliable cause I have a good amount in it.

[@fordf150nation4]

michael morales my dad owns a 2k17 f250 powerstroke we have had the 6.7 since s it came out in 2011 and all I can say is the 6.7 is a awesome and reliable engine we never had issues with it

[@grimreaper3620]

Basically don't buy a used pick up truck. People are not all rich like you to buy a used truck and put a additional 7000 dollars and make it "reliable ".What a joke.

[@lawrencemartin519]

Trucks cost money to maintain.Now let's do some math you can spend 50,000 plus on brand new trucks or can spend 7,000 to keep the truck you love cause some trucks have that sentimental value to their owners.It comes down to what is the truck worth and is it worth putting the money into them?To each his own my friend.

[@blackcherryfj4x4mt17]

I Really Love The RAM 3500 Dually, Silverado 3500 Dually And The F350/F450 Dually. The Colors Are Very Beautiful.

[@rogerkern]

Love your content just to bad it took 12 mins to get to the point. Would like for some one to do an actual comparison between all them in the 2017/2018 models not the 2011 , 2012 etc. been a Ford owner all my life but seriously looking at the gmc 3500. At times it seems like only main difference is what’s in the cab.

[@crepitus3552]

Roger K check out this video from The Fast Lane Truck youtube channel. They do a side by side by side towing comparison. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHjbq6eAntllaKM

[@matthewmeek4289]

I own a 2013 Gm gasser 6.0 dullay 340k miles check engine light hasnt ever blinked also have a 2014 ford 6.7 dullay 130k over 5 grand in repairs

[@zososldier]

There are some differences. The GM truck has independent front end so it should have better road manors but won't be as strong offroad. Although, you shouldn't be offroading with a $70k+ truck anyway. Not what it was meant for. I believe the GM has better fuel economy as well (in the stock form)

[@danielgause1195]

I guess it is just luck of the draw. I have a 12' duramax with 181K that I use to tow airstream campers with across the country. Its been a rolling nightmare since around 150K. you name it its probably failed or given me problems. It was my first and last GM

[@xx2Reed5xx]

Roger K 😂😂😂

[@zachhusk7129]

I bought an 03 7.3L to fix up because the rest of it is falling apart but the motor is still running strong I’ve put about $6,000 into it so far

[@porjo01]

Here's an idea for a potential video...maintenance for diesel vs gas...cost....things that need to be done...

[@2500mike]

Jojo gas wins hands down

[@porjo01]

Of course it does....but for those that dont own a diesel and are thinking about getting diesel. They need to be aware of the costs of maintaining a diesel. I can imagine their shock when they do their first maintenance and handed the bill.

[@2500mike]

Jojo Oh yeah. Ive owned both. So i know exactly what you mean.

[@Imbored558]

Here in Alaska, the number one issue with Diesel truck issues is EGR, followed closely by injectors. All these problems are centered around fuel quality. These engines need a cetane into at least the 40s. Average cetane at the pump here in Alaska is 31 and NOBODY centrifuges out the water. Oil company I used to work for in the Kuparuk has actually started using gasoline trucks the issues have gotten so bad.

[@aaronluper6430]

Question for justin, I have a 2017 f250, how concerned should I be with all this cp4 failure stuff going on? Also what's the best solution for avoid fuel system damage

[@Hoffman-ed2ul]

I got (2) Federal Dodge 2003 5.9 high output Cummins diesel kicks ass! No def and no Cat. ABSOLUTELY NO PROBLEMS EVER! Going on almost 300,000 miles still kicking @SS!!!!

[@yeolderuckas8568]

Can you make a video about emissions and DEF on new trucks? Pros, cons of deleting etc?

[@yo6488]

Ye Olde Ruckas one con cancer

[@freedomrider266]

Well the con is that it is FLAT OUT illegal in all 50 states.

[@shanemccarter9055]

bought a new 6.0 in 06 knocked the roller off the lifter and put needle bearings all in the motor then got a 08 6.4 and the rocker arm broke destroying the peace then 11 Chevy had a wiring put it in limp mode 3 times before dealer could fix. then 2013 Ford with 6.2 gas and 5 years no problems. btw all have towed a 15k 5th wheel and the 6.2 with 4.30s does awesome

[@troypowders4312]

Love the duramax but the best diesel out there is a 12v

[@INCC74656I]

i think i know a fair amount about diesels these days. i bought a cummins (cheap) about 4 years ago that had no maintenance done, guy never changed the oil in the year and a half he owned it. over the years ive upgraded, repaired, and re-repaired my failed repairs. i just rebuilt the engine last year (first engine i have ever rebuilt) and now im considering going to school for diesel mechanic as it was quite a lot of fun tearing down my truck to the frame and building it back up.