I Tested the 2024 Ford Superduty Gas and Diesel Trucks and Fixed my Datsun!

Episode 290 of Mike Finnegan's Garage has something for everyone. First off, I had to take care of the shifter in my 1970 Datsun 510 because every time I reached for Second Gear, the shifter punched the dashboard and I smashed my knuckles. I ended up fixing it with fire! Then, I pulled my 13,000 original mile 1998 GMC Sierra short bed truck into the garage to measure it for new wheels and tires and a better suspension. Finally, I headed to Lithia Springs Ford to test drive two different 2024 Ford F250 Superduty trucks while towing my 28 foot ATC RoM 550 trailer. Not a lot of dealers will let the customer hook up their race trailer to a truck like that just for a test drive but I was determined to find out which was going to work better for my needs; the 7.3L Godzilla gas engine or the 6.7L high-output diesel engine.
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-Finnegan

[@straymoneyman]

As a Ford dealer technician, the powerstroke MPH limit is due to either break-in or transport mode or the mykey function is programmed with the key your using that programmed to limit vehicle speed. Both can be removed to raise speed.

[@MegaRich1981]

The salesman is obsolete

[@davidfriedline7525]

I know the person that has brain washed you ! You know it voids warrenty adding super charger or turbo ! Diesel, Cummings ( Dodge ) lamo ! But you have been Raptorfied! Happy Easter ! Peace and Love !

[@AtlXJ]

@@MegaRich1981that’s true. I’ve dealt with that guy in person before and I wasn’t impressed. He’s been there forever and needs to retire. He’s super cocky too, but they might have been that it came up in conversation that I have worked in the car biz for years. I try not to mention it when buying cars for that reason.

[@anthonyjones657]

My thoughts too. As far as new trucks go the ford is superior. Back in the 6.0 powerstroke days I’d say Chevy was the king on the road

[@JViello]

Makes sense, I was thinking it was possibly in regen. God knows the weird sh*t my 6.4 would do for no apparent reason, especially during regen...well, that's when it didn't cut power by 90% during a freeway merge towing my 18 foot work trailer because some menial sensor took a crap...or it had me on the side of the road draining diesel from the separator for the 4th time in 5 minutes because it wouldn't drive and kept saying "drain water separator". etc etc I had more trouble with my 2010 6.4 for the 104K miles I babied it, it was damn near criminal. A couple months after I paid it off, the turbo's let go, the engine ate metal...mechanical salvage. Worst purchase ever.

[@guest6423]

Mike, there's a round rubber boot missing over your shifter mechanism. It keeps grit from getting down into the ball cup, and farther into the mechanism. If the dirt remains, it will wear out the keyways that control the left/right action, and you could eventually lose the ability to access reverse. (ask me how I know this) I suggest you find part# 32862-E9300

[@nothanks9050]

Good info.

[@michaelhutin5451]

Big shout-out to the salesman for being so patient, what a star. Please say hello to whomever he is from the U.K.

[@robertrusso877]

Well that was fun and informative. Nice of the dealership to let you “real world” test the truck.

[@FinnegansGarage]

they were super cool!

[@leftyo9589]

most dealerships will do just about anything if they think you are seriously going to buy an 80-100,000 dollar truck. imagine the commission a salesturd gets for a truck that sells for over 100K.

[@brandonlins7204]

You only hit your knuckles on the dash because you're suppose to shift it like this🤌

[@BrianWilliams009]

Hi, ​@@FinnegansGarage, sent you an email on the possibility of buying the engine and transmission in the GMC.

[@cerberus50caldawg]

@@brandonlins7204 yes.. 👍 you need to palm and cup the ball gently from underneath.. 🤌 a good young lady could even do it easily like that with great results. 👉Perfecto.👌 Proper! 🤙🥸🤘

[@JeffreyPerrault-hk6xe]

Mike the boost cut is only during break in,once you hit 500miles that will go away.

[@matthewkrahn3]

Brother works for a local John Deere dealer group. They've been replacing their diesel Ford service trucks with gas units. Emission issues were causing so many problems and costing a fortune

[@duaneradecke4651]

As an owner of a 2021 F350 diesel I cannot imagine the pulling power the 2024s have with the 1200 ft lbs of torque. I pull a 35ft fifth wheel camper and the 2021 is a pulling beast

[@commonsenseisdeadin2024]

2021.... You're still stock? 😂

[@Starzz62]

Just tune your truck bro you won’t have to imagine it lol

[@prozz5664]

It's honestly not that much better. You got a good truck, all these newer ones have all kinds of stupid issues.

[@mattforstrom4122]

As a long term owner of both a 6.7 and a 23 with the 7.3 gas. I'd never own another diesel after having the 7.3. The 7.3 does everything my 6.7 did at a fraction of the costs. Diesel= better MPG but more expensive fuel and significantly higher maintenance costs. Gas= slightly lower MPG but cheapee fuel and way lower maintenance costs. It never pencils out that the diesel is better unless you tow 90+% of the time. The 7.3 with 4.30 gears is an animal.

[@mitchrd2004]

Maybe if you stay stock. Any mods to the diesel will kick up the MPGs and the hauling even more. Ford left way to much on the table when tunning the deisel trucks.

[@cerberus50caldawg]

I haven't bought a new off the lot vehicle since I started driving at 14 and don't ever plan to, so what that's worth to you before I start this rant! LOL I'm just a person and this is just my humble opinion as it were. They (as in the gov enviro non mentalists) have been on the road of trying to kill diesel dead for a while now with emissions and regulations and pricing diesel fuel completely out of the market but they really want it off the table for the average consumer. Remember the days a work horse truck that was going to be nothing but abused it was a no brainer to get a diesel. Cheaper easier to work on. (Way before emissions 💩and 3 or 4 different radiators electric ignition and pumps and wiring and hoses and computers with all the extra spaghetti for all the advanced tech was all ever a thing of course.) Much cheaper fuel than unleaded back then and it was just that a workhorse. Straight hauler? You needed diesel all the way. Cold weather high water go near anywhere and get the job done. Military uses the KISS method. Diesel. But everything I am talking about was back in the days when a "Truck" was not the average cushy 4 door family highway wagon with way too many cup holders and a luxury car price tag to go with it though. Back to the present. They have really been forcing the motor corps to jump through more and more flaming hoops to produce diesels these last few years and that only appears to be ramping up. All which adds up to higher prices all the way around. Ford just seems to have wholeheartedly embraced the mentality of screw it if your willing to pay the crazy money to have the diesel then you can afford to fix it with the poor R&D engineering flaws we left in. We don't care! Enjoy!!! So they will sell them till they aren't allowed any longer and to hell with trying to make them good or even make them a viable option that makes sense anymore. Because there are still enough people to milk who still just want the option and are willing to pay crazy money for it. Some people need it. Not many. Not enough. And who needs the added headaches, expenses and complete disregard by the dealership when things do go wrong??? Not the average consumer. Not these days. It just doesn't add up.

[@stevecoppock7855]

I have a 2022 F250 Tremor (standard) diesel. Best truck I’ve owned. Pulls like a freight train, 10 speed is great, comfortable, maneuverable, I drive it every day. All of these big trucks are good (I’ve owned them all) but I like this Ford the best so far.

[@Deadgoat865]

How many miles are on it? I've heard a lot of bad stuff about the 10 speed transmissions, both Ford and chevy's versions.

[@stevecoppock7855]

My truck has 33,000 miles on it

[@WHEREVER-I-ROAM]

MINE HAS 276,000 ITS A 1997 VAN 😂

[@willvaughan5734]

@@Deadgoat865I use one for hotshot trucking (f450). It’s regularly got anywhere from 20,000-32,000 lbs behind it and it hasn’t had an issue. Bought it new in 2021 I just rolled over 270k miles. Best truck I’ve ever owned, and I’ve had them all.

[@peterpower0495]

Hey Finnegan, if you decide to buy a Ford super duty as your next truck. If you get the 6.7 diesel just make sure to take a note that the High pressure fuel pump in those are super sensitive to Fuel contamination, or loss of fuel pressure. And when the pump goes it takes out the Injectors with it and sends metal all the way back to the tank. There is an aftermarket Filter available to prevent metal going into the rest of the lines. Just something to keep in mind since your shopping around.

[@FinnegansGarage]

thanks for the tip.

[@commonsenseisdeadin2024]

I'm going on a limb here but if he buys it brand new then he isn't going to need to worry about that.... I know in the past that Ford didn't want to cover it under warranty but you know just as well as I that HE won't ever have to deal with anything like that....... But pretty sure that's no longer an issue with anyone by now though but either way, the rules don't apply to him. Just do the maintenance, yes there's been failure's HOWEVER there is tenfold more that haven't been any issue at all. There really is no definitive cause but there's a lot of different opinions out there being passed off as facts.... Welcome to the age where misinformation and worse yet, disinformation is thriving! IMO I think there was a defective batch that was hit or miss and it's been over exaggerated (just like the 6.0 tainted reputation) 95% of the problems you hear are from people who don't even have any first hand knowledge nor actual experience with the product and since everyone ALWAYS does their due diligence and research before they say anything to anyone........... (Of course that wasn't sarcasm at all....nope....) Not to mention if he were to keep it past warranty, I'm sure he will do a "colab" with a shop that will certainly address the cp4 issue.

[@hunterstillinger5267]

@@FinnegansGarage hate to say it but the new gm interior and functionality is amazing in the hd trucks and the 6.6 gas is not a bad choice but would be cool to see you do the same with the other competitors. The Cummins is the best off the shelf reliable diesel, I believe, from my experience they have a better engine than the v8 diesels but I personally prefer my duramax trucks. But they are always tuned and deleted, I think stock for stock hard to say the best.

[@jmaxx211]

I wouldnt buy one of those fords at all. Ik someone that has bought 3 6.7s for their business and all 3 have had transmission issues. The cp4 issue is a crap shoot. Sometimes ford will cover it sometimes they won’t even if the truck is within mileage or time.

[@dustintesky9621]

All the top 3 diesels ford dodge and chevy use the Bosch cp4 high pressure fuel pump

[@bobbyborba6460]

Happy Easter everyone

[@Bobthebuilder.69]

Happy Easter bro

[@phillipeffertz6346]

Happy Easter

[@freighter1097]

Great day to get drunk!

[@christopherpotomski8463]

You too! Happy Easter!

[@williamstamper442]

Happy Resurrection Day to all!

[@brianlafollette7530]

That is how the representative of the dealership should be! Good on him.

[@robertsloane1268]

It self governing at 70 Is most likely because truck is new and not broke in. Mt f250 will blow right through 90.

[@jerrymarcum4684]

Sunday morning ritual....coffee and Finnegan's new video 🤘

[@FinnegansGarage]

Thanks for watching!

[@MilesPrestwood]

@FinnegansGarage I would love to change your mind about RAM 2500s. I daily it, tow a 28 steel trailer with our race car in it, and the whole family. Also a local resident in a neighboring city. We could hook your trailer up and take it around some of these fun hills on the hwy.

[@michaelpeace716]

I have a 2017 F-250 Lariat 6.7 diesel. I absolutely love it. It pulls like a beast. I bet the 2024 are outstanding.

[@Atodaso-pg9kq]

You won’t regret going with the Superduty, it’s by far the best diesel Truck on the Market and if anyone says different they just flat out don’t know what they’re talking about. 😬

[@380.motorsports]

Whichever truck you decide on another towing upgrade is adding a good wireless rear view camera to the back of your trailer. After towing my enclosed car hauler for years without one adding this to my rig is life changing. It’s much safer being able to see what all the knucklehead drivers are doing in the lanes behind you. And, such a help when backing up the trailer.

[@colinmoorhead3299]

The 6.7 is my fav diesel motor ever, they haul ass. Even my 2011. They just get up and go. If you do get one I would HIGHLY recommend you put a S&S disaster prevention kit on it as these trucks still use the Bosch cp4.2 and all it takes is one bad tank of fuel, wreck the entire fuel system. Filter kit will catch all the debris. This goes for the standard output and the high output. 1 point also taken into consideration between the standard output and high output, the high output trucks use a lot more def standard output trucks, standard output is still like 450 horse and 1050 torque

[@scottbrown3674]

That hill on I 20 is what us truck guys call the walk of shame. I live in Euharlee GA drive by your shop all the time. Cut my knee with big chain saw two years ago took a year to get back to normal. I feel your pain!. I'm a 70 C10 guy. Hope they let you start walking again.

[@cannibalchainsaw]

I went the other way with my pulling truck. I have a 97 Chevrolet K3500 crew cab with a Vortec 454 and a 5 speed NV4500. I hauled in my 85 Cadillac Eldorado on my car trailer and it did really well.

[@jimt9661]

gas vs diesel. I'm sorry to say, as a diesel mechanic, I wouldn't touch a diesel truck made since 2008 with a 10 foot pole. I routinely see bone stock diesels come apart under 200,000 miles. By the time you factor in the additional purchase price, extra cost of maintenance, def, additional cost of fuel per gallon, the batshit high cost of repairs, it doesn't work. Many companies are now running away from diesels are going back to gas engines on medium duty trucks.

[@70centurian]

Agree 100%. Last 2 companies lve worked for, Have Dumped Diesels. Repairs and DEf and Fuel cost and Idiots, puttin DEF in the Fuel tanks. Gas 7.3. Like he said, Its NOT gonna have a load, 90% of the time.

[@299charles]

Cummins and delete at 100k or a soon as warranty stops……

[@jimt9661]

@@299charles spend $12K additional for the engine, them go 100k miles, spend the money for a delete, And I've seen plenty of blown deleted engines. Not saving 12K in fuel in 100,000 miles. To each their own, but it's just not worth it.

[@JT-kr3dg]

I ain't no expert, what I've learned from years of DIY, watching Roadkill etc, never trust the salesman. Rock on 😎

[@therileyobrien]

Cool to see Ben Hobson in the video.

[@kennyrogers2110]

I have a 2017 Super Duty 6.7 and I love it. Pulls like a champ. 19 mpg daily driving. It’ll be my last truck. I can’t imagine having to fork out the money for a new truck these days. Wow!

[@lilorbielilorbie2496]

Being born and raised in Orange County, CA. I grew up with Del Taco. Sadly where I live now. There are none anywhere near to where me. Thanks Mike.

[@TheTulerie]

As soon as he said Del Taco, I immediately thought "tell me you're from Southern California, without actually telling me you're from Southern California"

[@MichaelFraracciovanzwilder]

same dude. absolute same@@TheTulerie

[@lilorbielilorbie2496]

@@TheTulerie The only way it could have been worse .Is if Mike said they where going to In- N- Out- Burger.

[@FinnegansGarage]

we have just 1 near me. so thankful! lol

[@TheTulerie]

@@FinnegansGarage I have one not too far here in East Idaho & I agree. Their crinkle fries are the best!

[@2wheelzdown180]

Great video 👍 crazy to think all the older gas/diesels 2500 -3500 with their 250ish hp towing is now 100 hp less than a f150 or tundra . What a lucky time to be alive lol

[@scottywhittaker287]

They weren't trying to tow 30k plus back in the day lol. I think the 7.3 powerstroke was the first diesel engine for trucks to offer over 500 ft lbs of torque. Alot has changed indeed for the last 25 years.

[@joekane6725]

I own a Tremor, tow with it, daily drive it, and wheel it. I recently towed a 61 Bonneville from the top of Washington to San Fran Bay Area, that truck will cease to amaze me. You will be much happier with the Tremor than the standard truck. That hill decent control button he told about is not what he said, it it Trail Control, a cruise control for trail riding.

[@Friscorockhead]

The Super Duty is what I'd get if I needed a heavy duty pickup. The thought of daily driving one sounds terrible to me, though. My F150 is awkward enough in parking lots. I would need a little runabout car for errands if I had a heavy duty truck. I drive my mom's escape a few times a year and it's such a joy to park compared to a pickup.

[@Strange_Tony]

You guys are too timid lol my 21 Tundra Nightshade bone stock towed around a 35 ft travel trailer full of stuff for years at 70 on the freeway with zero issues. Slap a weight distribution hitch on and send it lol

[@e.lan.s]

Rubber duck shaking the trailer seemed like a happy puppy going for a ride! Haha

[@John_Conner222]

Thank you for this. Was always curious and have wanted to do this test myself. I can't believe they actually allowed you to hook up a fully loaded trailer on a test drive. I am super impressed. I'll be honest I have never had a good experience with a Ford dealer and I have been in several all across Georgia. Last time I was in one I had to call the cops, they took my car and wouldn't give it back and they sold the car I wanted and tried to upsell me another one after I called to reserve one and drove 2 hours across town to get it. Once the manager realized I had 911 on the phone and was filling out a stolen vehicle report and asking for officer assistance on site, they finally came to their senses. I will never go to a Ford dealership ever again (too many bad experiences with dealership repairs and lemon law vehicles) but this dealer seemed to be pretty cool with you. I'm guessing your expensive and fully loaded trailer plus a large camera crew gave them the peace of mind to let you do this.

[@martinclevenger7633]

Used to drive a f450 with the 7.3 godzilla towing a 24 ft trailer every day. Never even felt the trailer behind me. For a gas engine the godzilla is a BEAST!

[@HardNorthOutdoors]

the gasser was great but as he mentioned, 90% of the time its not towing. jumping to a diesel for a 90% unloaded is a big decision considering the current truck prices. personally id of loved to see the gasser with a supercharger doing work.

[@mcmoffat93]

I'm fairly sure harrop make a charger for the 7.3, that is if it's the Godzilla motor

[@PatrickSBellSr]

Yep - that extra 2" of suspension gives the Tremor package a much better ride - it's more 'compliant'. Great video!😎👍

[@anthonyferretti28]

Tundra with the tow package is rated for about 10,500. Pushing limits with the Rubber Duck in the trailer. That being said, it would work short term. I use a Tundra with the 5.7 and tow package (4.30 rear end) to tow almost everyday. Tows like a champ, engine is a beast.

[@ACasill01]

That white fender prerunner comment hit me right in the feels… have had the glass on/replaced for some time and still white 🤣🤣🤣

[@hicksvilleshick]

Taint chillers are key!

[@williamstamper442]

Taint heaters for the win in Michigan winters

[@chriskeiser5809]

Gotta have the gooch vent. Miss it like hell on my old 4Runner

[@parentsbasement7734]

A few years back I jumped in my bosses brand new Chevy pickup to run parts to one of our other branches out of town about 250 miles it was middle of summer and hot, leather seats were warm air conditioning worked great about a hour into drive boss txts hey if your gooch is warm hit the seat chiller, I figured out how to turn on and oh my what a great option. By end of summer I had traded in my perfectly good truck for newer model just for the option. Heck I was a naysayer of heated seats till I had back surgery and my wife's new SUV had the option and one cold morning and back was a little angry after surgery and I turned it on no longer a naysayer

[@stephaneauger1036]

Your back ! Am back ! We are here ! Datsun #1 😐 some time 😂

[@markhavens2319]

Thanks for taking us along on the test drive. Whatever you buy, make sure it has the 360 degree camera option. Must have for parking these beasts.

[@jeremygibbs2275]

Highly recommend if you decide to go with the 7.3 Gas burner to get a 4.10 rear gear. Our company tow pig is a single axle 21 F350 Lariat with the 7.3 and it has a 3.70 gear if I remember right and for sure would benefit from a heavier rear gear.

[@michaelzimmerman635]

Love that 510.

[@ImTHATguy...]

I did not miss my crutches once I could start walking in my boot. Walking with crutches in the snow was a pain in the a**

[@FinnegansGarage]

i just got off my crutches and am so thankful!

[@gryffent]

@@FinnegansGarageI had knee surgery a few times the first was Supposed to be to in, have surgery, leave with a tensor bandage and crutches. Woke up with a cast from hip to ankle and was in hospital for 11 days and had to have another surgery when my knee swole up so much it ruptured my stitches and soaked my cast in enough blood to turn it to paste. Was on crutches and in the cast for 3 months. I got the cast off and was supposed to be using a cane. I had to go back on crutches for another 4 months. Two more surgeries and then a total knee replacement. So count yourself lucky Mike hahaha.

[@growlith6969]

3/4 ton trucks are just perfect. So comfortable and secure, and you always have enough truck for practically anything you do.

[@67c10Papaw]

I see others have said it but I will repeat it. You should do one with the other manufacturers. I did the 3/4 ton test with the big three American made trucks and personally thought the GMC out shined the others but everyone has their own opinion. I did not think the Ford drove nearly as nice as the GMC. Just my one and a half cents worth.

[@MrDanisve]

Diesel for hauling is def the way to go. Works great day to day too. Abit more stuff to maintain on the modern diesels, due to all the emissions stuff. But if you put some miles on it hauling. The fuel efficiency will pay for the extra mainentance.

[@AceEverett]

Emissions crap ruins the MPG though. My 2017 got 13-14, and most the 10 speed guys said 17-18. The 10 speed ones deleted were seeing 20+, but I ended up just selling it and paid cash for a 96 7.3 powerstroke instead and get 20+ with 35" tires on it.

[@MrDanisve]

@@AceEverett Well get rid of that torque converter and you will se MPG rise by alot. So much power/fuel wasted into heat. Like my shitty van from 2007, has 36 MPG while hauling a camper. 5 speed manual on it. Mine is deleted, not on purpose. Just the EGR valve died and i see no reason to replace it :P

[@Steelythestacker]

Hey Kudos for using real Channel Locks, made a couple miles from my home in Tool City USA.

[@BUILTFORDTOUGH79]

I second that. Anytime I can buy American made products or tools, I do. 99.9% of the time, their build quality and QC is hands down, better. 🇺🇸

[@morefrankgore21]

But Knipex are so much better 😭🫠😂

[@russellridge8623]

I did HVAC/Mechanical work for 35 yrs. Channel Locks were the best. Last ten years they have turned to sheet. Jaws are nowhere near as hard or durable as they once were. Like Craftsman rachets. Got some circa 70-80 s ones that are solid. Free replacement ones are dog sheet.

[@Steelythestacker]

@@russellridge8623 the rebranded Chinese ones are junk. The ones still made here are still the same quality.

[@itstherealsethallen]

I haul a 40’ Enclosed 4-Car Stacker and the only truck that can do it is the Ram with the H.O Cummins. The Ram itself isn’t the best truck out there, but the Cunmins engine is so much better than the others.

[@larryreece1403]

I bought a 2023 F350 XLT 6.7 POWER STROKE (I don't like leather seats) I got the B&O sound system (SWEEEET!) Love that truck. Traded in a 2008 Super Duty with a 6.0 never had any trouble, until I did... That 10 speed automatic is a gem! Zero

[@dieseldaryl1]

Seriously you should do the same video with the other big two manufacturers and compare them. Would be great content.

[@malcolmmarsh2710]

Love that CRX. Wish you would call about Ft Leonard Wood offer.

[@az_natalie]

I daily drive a 2017 Ford F150 and the husband and I just upgraded from a 2001 7.3 Ford F550 to a 2012 6.7 F550 for our crawlerhauler. Have heard nothing but good things about the 6.7. Nice to have something with a little more power for those hill climbs. Also good to see the funhaver group pop in - love those guys.

[@justingould7348]

This was a great video! I was super excited to see that your considering a Ford. I’m in the market for a 24 myself. I’ve been doing my research and it actually might be worth your while to consider a Platinum over a Lariat. There’s not much of a price difference if you get a highly optioned Lariat some times you can be money ahead depending on how it’s specked out.

[@Jackm117]

Gotta have those comfy seats while you're waiting for the tow truck

[@matthewschiebout7384]

Fords maintain the majority of public works, cell towers, etc. If they were so bad I doubt you could even make a comment on YT...because your internet would be down.

[@pranays]

Ford trucks are used by industry and first responders because the accounts do the math and they are the most reliable and powerful trucks on the market. Grow up child

[@Jackm117]

@@pranays they're used by industry and first responders because they're easier to service

[@baddaddybrady2]

Great stuff!! Keep Hooping ❤

[@fakefarmer920]

I hauled a giant goose neck with a 4 door bronco and 4 door jeep through the hills of Kentucky and Tennessee with my 6.7 My truck is fixed well say ... and climbing some of the hills I was braking tires loose . Especially where the run off was coming across the road from recent rain . ...I love my 6.7 I don't think you'll be disappointed

[@RenderedInept]

On my 77 Datsun 620 I cut the shifter shaft low, drilled, tapped it and used a piece of all thread to mount the knob...worked great!

[@fordinpossession]

At 3:41, we call those “Jesus clips” because often you hear “Jesus, where did that clip go!?”

[@68Peeler]

Pulling a trailer of that size, loaded with everything, ABSOLUTELY you will need a dually diesel. CHA CHING !!!

[@reflex8698]

Not at all. I have a 24 ft hauler which weighs just over 9000 lbs fully loaded. We pull it with our 2008 z71 suburban with helper bags in the bags, and that’s only a 1500 series. This F250 should pull that trailer no problem

[@ngtflyer]

I used to live in Powder Springs, so 20 to Thornton Rd was my daily commute. Great episode, good luck finding the perfect jack of all trades truck!

[@Lesterman_1]

You would do well to get either of those trucks. For towing, I would say "6.7 diesel" for driving, I would say "7.3 gasser". With that said, get you a nice F250 with the 6.7 high output like you were driving. You can configure it how you want you just have to find it. Nothing will do better and treat you nicer!

[@aland8545]

No automotive diesel. The gasser will pull race cars and not have emissions problems every time you go. Millage will not break even with diesel so much more than gas

[@jameskellison9342]

Huh?

[@troycarter4742]

That sway control is a life saver if you need it. I had an F150 save my butt once towing a camper in a way too windy condition. That is a fantastic feature that I hope nobody ever needs.

[@chennemeyer]

Just got a 350 diesel Lariat last week, one and a half door (supercab?) Had to special order it. The price once you fill it back up with the important mechanical things of a Platinum four door for example is still 20K cheaper 90k with virtually all options, and has basically all the same stuff, winch, lockers, HO, all the electronics upgrades. Still plenty of room in the rear seats for small adults and a dog. That diesel is amazing and the size and weight of that truck just makes if smooth as can be for a daily, floats down the highway effortlessly. One negative of that 350 and probably 250 as well ( I think regardless of Tremor) the rear springs and perhaps front as well, are so stiff it doesn't like ripples in the pavement bad broken up roads, it has a little resonance and gets bumpy, but on normal roads no problem. You could replace the suspension with a Carli E-Venture magnetic shocks basically for a variable function, higher leaf string count like 12 vs 6, and different sway bars, and has a soft daily, or hard for towing, but thats another 10K or so in parts, I'm holding off, Im very happy with it as is for now and maybe long term. Overall, amazing luxury and power in these Superduty HO Diesels, and try the optioned Lariat supercab 1 1/2 doors for the price problem. BTW took exactly three months from order to at the dealer

[@stevenmoreno131]

Powerstroke is the way to go for pulling

[@Thelawnenforcementofficer]

Cummins HO

[@torque-ej4nu]

Yeah if ya wanna be stranded witha car hauler first time out witha brand new truck like Taylor Ray.

[@stevenmoreno131]

If he's thinking ford powerstrokes the way to go I'm a cummins guy myself

[@Deadgoat865]

Cummins is by far the best diesel engine you can buy. The only downside is that it's in a Dodge.

[@seecampacp5107]

Thanks to the EPA making diesels die so rapidly and costing so much as they do I am over em. The power is wonderful while it lasts but the ride ends sooner than expected.

[@theglitch99]

I like the load gage on the reciver! Neat, didn't know they had that for 4 wheelers!

[@Autoauctionrehabs]

I have a 2022 F250 4x4 with the 7.3. I pulled a 33 ft toy hauler from CA to TX. I am pleased with it. (you may have seen it at the meet and greet a couple weeks ago.) I went with the gas engine rather than diesel because of cost to buy and cost to maintain compared to the diesel which is far more expensive. If towing 10% of the time, the gas engine is best for me. Regarding the trailer settings on the truck, enter the length of the trailer and save the data. This will allow it to accurately tell you if there is a vehicle in the blind spot, supposedly. I am very happy with my gas engine F250. I did put a set of Rough Country air bags on it to level it out a bit which helps a lot.

[@robertonavarro4880]

Hey Mike try a GMC with a Duramax. Happy Easter everyone.

[@dano9215]

My 2001 Chevrolet 2500 HD has a trans brake. Allison 6 speed automatic. Ive hauled big trailers down Monarch and Wolf Creek Pass (same as the song lol), Colorado, works great, will slow the biggest trailers down with using the brakes. I am original owner and I have never replaced the brakes on it. It has 180000 miles on it. No Lie.

[@Shelbyj13]

I have a 2020 7.3 and LOVE it. It will never be the same as a diesel but considering how often I tow its perfect. I tow a 10k lbs 37ft bumper pull travel trailer and Im never lacking enough power. I have the 4.30 gears and I never have to floor it, even going up mountain passes. I dont have to rev it out either. My guess is that one had 3.55 gears. Also, the salesman is incorrect, they have 10 ply tires.

[@cannibalchainsaw]

I'm digging the 98 GMC. I have a 97 Chevrolet K3500 i pull with and a 99 GMC K3500 I'm trying to make a dump truck out of, so it's nice to see some familiar parts.

[@alorrick7546]

@17:32 is exactly why I like my wife's tacoma. it is perfect for open car trailers "done it like 10x now" hauled motors, bikes and so much more and here soon two Echairs for disabled locals going to a convention. We even have a small trailer it pulls no problem. v6 non turbo is plenty happy and when she gets bogged we will add a super charger! but small and capable truck on and off the trails! tundra was just too big, especialy with tires, small lift and other bits to make it equally capable as the tacoma...

[@davidtyson2999]

Usually, the offroad packages on trucks actually ride better due to higher quality stuff. Good episode. The weight of the diesel engine helps the ride also.

[@JeffreyPerrault-hk6xe]

😊I've owned two CRX's awesome cars 70hp has never been so much fun,you literally don't have to brake for corners.Great content as always.

[@seanknelsen2047]

The truck has to be in break in mode for sure! Cant wait to see which you choose.

[@panic-revv85]

Our 2020 powerstroke feels like a sportscar off the line even with 37's. Still getting 17mpg highway in ecomode. Pulls our 40' toyhailer with ease. The engine braking in the 6.7 down long steep hills is worth it alone.

[@mercruiserioboss2635]

You're good people appreciate all the episodes here in spring arbor Michigan stuck on the chair I'm sick trying to get better but I think it's past that point older now and I'm good with what happens

[@AutoAli]

I daily an 02 F350 dually Lariat. You can't beat a for diesel (except the 6.0-6.4). They are amazing and you would don't be disappointed. I used mine to haul 9000 LBS home from NC and it did it flawlessly.

[@justinwatch]

Before checking out Finnegan's latest, I was watching the Bill Murray scene in Caddyshack where Carl was eating the Baby Ruth from the bottom of the pool and couldn't stop laughing. 😂 Good morning Mike!

[@user-rf1vn6se5q]

You need to go back and try the tow/haul mode on the gasser. The salesman should have known. Yes the diesel has more pulling power, but the gasser would have no problems pulling your trailer. Ask Dirthead Dave about real world towing with a 7.3. He has one.

[@427fomoco]

Love the 510!! I have a 1970 510, had a few even since they were new.

[@AFMurse]

F350 limited. 6.7 diesel. Pulls my 44ft toy hauler across the country with zero issues. 24k pounds this recent trip i had to keep coming off the skinny pedal going up the sierra nevads mountains.

[@sethhoward1445]

My brother bought a 23 F350 Tremor with the 6.7 HO diesel. He loves it. His wife is a traveling nurse, so, instead of him living at home while she's out most of the year, they ended up buying a camper trailer and just stay in campgrounds wherever she's working at.

[@mroptical1982]

Hello Finnegan I was never a truck guy until I inherited my older brother 2001 Ford F250 Super Duty with the 7.3 turbo deisel. Being the medium duty deisel engine, it's barely broken in at the 235k miles on the truck. Looking forward to seeing what you get. Wishing you and your family well Take Care

[@Z06RFan]

I have used Ford Dually's 6.0, 6.4, 6.7's pulling a 48ft. Featherlite with 3 cars in it across the country never had a problem with a Ford and it was comfortable and never any back aches. so many aftermarket products out there to help all diesel's. when you get to that level of money for a truck they are all nice just comes down to personal preference.

[@jordangryg5442]

my work has about 15 of the new ford diesels and they are great trucks good on fuel and we tow 15k pounds every day at least. never had any problems , thats alot coming from me im a dodge guy , get the diesel !

[@scmotorsports]

If you go with the 7.3L Godzilla gas engine, the aftermarket has plenty of upgrades coming out for that engine.

[@jonnothetrucker]

You were right about straightening out trailer sway, and from my experience, trailer sway control actually applies trailer brakes to help straighten it up, if you have electric trailer brakes fitted that is

[@travislivengood7443]

I've dragged 6500lbs around with my 3.55 geared efi 460 ECLB 4x4 ona 33" tire. It did fine. I was surprised how well 230 net hp moved a combined 13,000lbs. a Godzilla would probably blow my mind.

[@fishinfool247]

i had a 2013 tundra with the 4.33 gears and the magnuson blower it will blow u away how fast and how well it will pull with airbags i also had a 07 i will never go back to ford i downsized to a tacoma now freakin love it

[@xargon1234]

rule of thumb, if you are only going to be in town or tow a little get the gas motor, if you are hauling a lot get the diesel. towing a 35 foot fifth wheel with our dodge 2500 6.7 cummins get around 18mpg on the highway with it 28 mpg with just the truck on the freeway

[@Westerner_]

250k on my 2020 6.2 f250. I absolutely love it. Plenty of power to pull 14k and I’ve never had a single issue about it. Not to mention I can replace the entire engine for what a basic repair can cost on a diesel

[@johnwinkler6575]

What a beautiful blue pick up. I drive a 99 suburban K 1500 not as pretty as you’re on the outside it’s an X outfitters suburban. But underneath it’s just as clean as yours, no rust at all with 260,000+ miles. I’ve got my original $500 plus $500 transformation. I do have a tinging that I think it’s valve train. I’m going to drive her to she blows and then buy me another $500 350

[@DarkFire9889]

I have a 23 350 Tremor Diesel and I absolutely love it. One of the bigger negatives for daily use is parking for sure, and the price tag...

[@FinnegansGarage]

the price tag is staggering. lol

[@chennemeyer]

Just got a 350 diesel Lariat last week, one and a half door (supercab?) Had to special order it. The price once you fill it back up with the important mechanical things of a Platinum four door for example is still 20K cheaper 90k with virtually all options, and has basically all the same stuff, winch, lockers, HO, all the electronics upgrades. Still plenty of room in the rear seats for small adults and a dog. That diesel is amazing and the size and weight of that truck just makes if smooth as can be for a daily, floats down the highway effortlessly. One negative of that 350 and probably 250 as well ( I think regardless of Tremor) the rear springs and perhaps front as well, are so stiff it doesn't like ripples in the pavement bad broken up roads, it has a little resonance and gets bumpy, but on normal roads no problem. You cold replace the suspension with a Carli E-Venture magnetic shocks basically for a variable function, higher leaf string count like 12 vs 6, and different sway bars, and has a soft daily, or hard for towing, but thats another 10K or so in parts, I'm holding off, Im very happy with it as is for now and maybe long terms. Overall, amazing luxury and power in these Superduty HO Diesels, and try the optioned Lariat supercab 1 1/2 doors for the price problem. BTW took exactly three months from order to at the dealer

[@enginebae3471]

I have a ram 3500 4wd single rear wheel. I’m not a brand loyal guy. Had em all. Been towing heavy a long time. I will say that when you go from a 3/4 ton to a 1 ton chassis you can really tell the difference. The more weight you have in the towing vehicle the better. After having every combo you can think of , I believe I have found my favorite combination. Anyway, just my 2 cents. Great video 👍

[@ARSMITH36571]

Hey Finn, reach out to fellow youtuber Taylor Ray before you commit to a Ford diesel. Let him tell you about his experience with Ford.

[@Major_D3rp]

That sales dude is a cool one. Knows his stuff and seemed to just be a chill dude.

[@ZIPCORD]

That is most likely a pick up shift lever. I have (I believe) a 1600 Roadster lever that is about half the length and tilts back slightly. Love my 510. My friend bought it new in 1973 and GAVE it to me back in 1998 (after it sat for 16 years). Datsun competition suspension, dual SU's - 1800 engine, Mac Tilton prepared short block, Racer Brown cam/SSS head, Libre wheels, flared wheel openings. Back in the 70's it was an Autocross car used as a daily driver. Years ago I tried to put a 5 speed in but bought an incorrect trans that tilted the wrong way. It was a NAPZ something issue. Getting old and can't remember.

[@videostar07]

The GM trucks have that sway control also, my 2015 Silverado does, and it saved me from a tail waggin' the dog episode hauling a trailer. Anyway, impressive test drive!

[@ryany4941]

L5P Duramax is wild also and If you tune it, it’s a rocket ship. My company truck is 6.7 power stroke. Its a loyal work horse will tow anything anywhere both good options.