Is a 7.3 Worth it!?

[@OutdoorSavage-zy9cv]

I dont care what anyone says but 7.3 is the best pickup truck diesel engine of all time , period. My dad has had 3 7.3’s and still have one of them that i would like to be my first truck. It has a tune and after market exhaust. Its front end and driver and passenger doors are off a 6.0 and people always get confused. It sounds so nice and still runs perfect. 7.3 is the best diesel ever

[@sladesmith5651]

@OutdoorSavage 0123 ...I will beg to differ...the 7.3 powerstroke is a good v8 diesel, but i'm a mechanic so I prefer inline 6 truck engines...for pickups I don't think you can do better than a 5.9 Cummins,...the 6.7 Cummins is better since all the emissions, being the 5.9 couldn't keep up with the 6.7s

[@OutdoorSavage-zy9cv]

Go try to find a clean good running 5.9 cummins without rust. The only ones that are still running good and are clean are either built or are sema builds. Where i live you cant go a day without seeing or hearing a 7.3.

[@Alex-gt2qf]

i think 6.0s are just as good as 7.3, the only difference is you need to put 10k into the motor 😂

[@markchudy6330]

Exactly

[@SaabStory636]

@@Alex-gt2qf so how does it make it just as good, for half that if you’re a man and do the work yourself you could be making 500hp or with the extra 5k you could get a lift/leveling kit and wheels

[@MoBill122]

Had a 1995 F350 Dually with 7.3 at 490,000miles, that I sold to buy a 2001 F250 Crewcab at auction for $7000 in 2012. The F250 now has 533,000 miles on it, and being I'm 70 years old, I'd bet the 7.3 out lives me ! We'll see who wins that race as I don't ever plan on selling it !

[@charon9205]

Damn, ours has about 350k on it, and she's a keeper. Mine was stolen 3 mo. ago, got it back in 3 weeks after it was stolen. As most know that seldom happens, it was found by USBP in Laredo, TX. the thieves were running drugs in it. I know my wife and I got lucky, you just never see a stolen vehicle again, or there is nothing left of it. We love our 2002 F350 4X4 SRW crew 8' bed. We had our first date in it, plus it's a big, black, tinted out, cool looking truck. I was amazed the prices they bring when I started looking for a replacement, I had to do a lot to it to repair the damage done, and to theft proof it for the future use. I spent 2 weeks removing all accessible door locks. It is now electric only connected to my alarm/kill/fob. You can break into it through the windows and get in, but if you had MY keys you couldn't start it, the hood is chained and locked, and we have Lo-jack. Make sure and theft proof your truck guys, they are becoming very popular with the thieves, and the Cartel. Oh yeah, she has a LOT of performance mods.....

[@HighCountryRambler]

@@charon9205 A friend of mine had his truck stolen, the thieves filled it will gas right before the cops spotted it and arrested them. Bottom line, they filled his gas for him LOL.

[@paulmichniewicz9776]

My 96 has 307,000

[@trelee9865]

Damn 2010hp in 1994 must've been wild

[@nathan1sixteen]

I definitely wanna see what it takes to get a 7.3 up to 2010hp. I don't think I've ever heard of one getting to 1000hp, let alone 2000

[@tcgeddes6691]

@@nathan1sixteen kzbin.info/www/bejne/fWibdaN-jpyBbrM 2,200hp 7.3

[@justnsaliga8518]

@@tcgeddes6691 on an engine dyno never seen a non p-Pumped 7.3 get over 1200 on the chassis dyno seen a couple P pumped 7.3s get 1500 on a chassis dyno. highest horsepower powerstroke ever on a chassis dyno was set by arguably the strongest of all the Powerstroke ever released the 6.4.... Aaron Rudolf (1,987 hp / 3,005 lb-ft) and just behind him Jesse warren with a 6.0. that used a 6.4 block and 6.0 internals and that pull bent the crank. the 6.0 crank has a tendancy to banana over 1200 horsepower. as expected. Jesse warren switched to a 6.4 crank yet to compete with it though the 6.4s crank is known to be just fine even at 1900 hp. or better. and with all the short comings of the 6.0 puting its internals into a 6.4 block makes one mean machine. 7.3 just isnt as strong. same with the 6.7 granted the 7.3 if its got the forged rods is arguably stronger than the 6.7. just to put that into perspective. highest hp duramax and cummins runs.... duramaxes sitting around 1500 record on chassis and cummins around 1900.......... to date i dont think anyone regardless of brand has broken 2000 hp on fuel only....... almost all these numbers were acheived with lots of NOS.

[@NimitzclassA]

@@justnsaliga8518 TL;DR But do you realize that the original comment was actually a joke about the typo in the video?...

[@bcdieselsofficial]

@@justnsaliga8518 look up demented Mustang

[@darthtator3549]

The 7.3 wasn't a ford made motor but a international Inc which is legendary in the diesel community

[@Vaporweasel751]

That's what I came to the comments section for...

[@KanineSniping]

yess! the ford dodge chev argument is always wrong cause up untill ford actually started making there own motor outsiders make these diesels! i will say my 05 dodge has been the worst to work on as in its not a rust bucket but has the yrs on it, but every bolt breaks from rust if i need to work on something

[@devanmeade6908]

The 7.3 is a t444e but international also made a legend that my self a cat guy and anyone that knows diesels will admit the dt466 and its family of engines excluding the Navistar engines or electronic controlled versions. Leave it stock will last longer then everything around it or build it to 3000hp and it will hold that power.

[@GETmessedUPP]

Did international make the powerstroke 7.3 as well as the idi or was that ford? I'm a little confused on that part.

[@Punjig]

Yep, a Good Ole IH (International Harvester) Corn Binder. I dont JUST own a OBS 7.3 But also a IH Scout with a 345 Complete frame off rstomod that have taken me 7years now. BinderPlanet - Project Double D's. Check it out!

[@rogue8331]

been waiting for this vid. as a 7.3 owner i can say it’s a very prestigious cult to be in😂

[@kingrichard_1093]

I got a 96 f250 last summer for 10k and I’ve put hella money in upgrades and now gonna fix the interior

[@noahziegler3478]

I'm taking the fam on a 12 month 10k mile road trip in the states towing 20k lbs. I started looking at $60k-$70k fords and chevys newish to tow and after weeks I'm thinking of just buying one of these with 180k miles on it for under $15k. Can I get you thoughts on that. My wife is tripin on the high miles but it seems like a smarter purchase.

[@suzgabverdugo933]

@@noahziegler3478you will be fine sir. My wife tripped too😂 I have 445,185 miles on my 7.3 right now. I can give you that specific number because I am sitting in my truck. But for real I think you should buy it. If I could find one with that many miles I would jump on it. It not even broke in yet😂

[@kanointhephilippines8082]

Seven years ago I sold everything and retired to the Philippines. The hardest thing to part with was a lifted 97 F-250 XLT with a 7.3 that I purchased new. I've owned several diesel trucks and still drive a diesel here in the Islands daily, hands down the 7.3 motor for me is the most reliable I've had. Nothing sounds like a 7.3 with custom exhaust, I miss that truck.

[@Victorr7.3]

Grandpa had a early 1999 7.3 bought it new used it to drive to Mexico and back never skipped a beat now it’s been past on to me with only 93 thousand miles been my dream truck definitely doing some upgrades to it.

[@LostInPhilly89]

That's a great heirloom! I just picked up an early '99 7.3 and I am loving it so far.

[@paulwilson3483]

I have a '99 F250 with the 7.3. Has around 326K and runs like a champ. Mine is a long bed, 2 wheel drive and I love it. Pulls like crazy. Just a great engine and truck for me.

[@grantfulton3870]

Got a 2001 excursion with 7.3l powerstroke just rolled to 352k going on 353k

[@amandaborah7000]

I come from a 7.3 family, mine is 2000 excursion 7.3 , my oldest son has 2000 f350 dually cclb 7.3, my youngest son has 2002 f250 cclb 7.3 and my grandson has 2 7.3s 2000 cclb and 97 reg cab, my brother has a 2002 ecsb, they are all 4x4s. Awesome trucks.

[@skipstein744]

I own a 2001 F350 with the 7.3 and it has never failed me, except for when it was new. An 'O' ring failed on the high pressure pump and spread oil all over the engine and the clutch. A new clutch and some cleaning has cured that problem. Onward!

[@keeangravatt]

we have a 2002 Excursion with the 7.3. Its got the top end rebuilt, with a turbo. Not much more fuel then stock. It never roals coal, if that tells you anything. People say they're slow, but ours aint half bad I dont think. Gosh I love that truck. My dream rig is a early 2000's F-250 with a 7.3.

[@jesscolliflower5531]

We got rid of a 99 with 7.3 aww man neighbors still got it with little over 600,000 when we had it the odometer didn’t run for 3-4 years. Seen it yesterday still whistling on down the road.. no 💨

[@thehillshaveeyes2200]

I got a 2000 f250 7.3l with 288390 miles on it I love it it was from my dad so I could use as a welding rig it's awesome my first diesel I love it

[@jaketrat3725]

With a zf6 hopefully !!

[@justnsaliga8518]

@@jaketrat3725 heard alotta issues out of the ZF6's but on a 7.3 i'd take a ZF6 over the 4r trans my 6.0 i got much much rather have 5r110. 5r110 pretty much indestructable from the factory. and mines stage 4 billet. from red diamond diesel. no issues putting 700 hp 1400 ft lbs of tourqe down at the rear wheels for over 130k miles now.

[@tannersargent1945]

I got a 2000 f-250 7.3 with a zf6

[@dandable]

Actually, the 7.3 received an intercooler in ‘99 with the introduction of the super duty.

[@arnienowell3048]

My 2003 F250 7.3 has 270k and still running great. Love my truck!

[@sagmondo8235]

I'd say Cummins despite the transmission it's a rock solid engine depending on which one but the early 12v was a dependent engine especially with the Manuel plus this engine had amazing torque and could be one hell of a work horse

[@sebirvfilms]

I have a 94 with the high output 12 valve and the nv4500 and before I built the motor it was beyond reliable and actually pretty quick

[@superstar64]

Best engine, worst truck. That's a standard Cummins for you.

[@Op_B_]

Cummins ain’t all that. I had an old 12v and it was pos and the truck was even worse.

[@sagmondo8235]

@@Op_B_ depends on the condition and the mileage

[@brianphillips4008]

Fun fact, my grandfather lives in Dawsonville Ga, and sold liquor and beer (illegally of course) out of a place called “the smokehouse” in Dawsonville, and when Burt and Jerry came through during filming, they stopped and my grandfather sold to them. Got some photos, and autographs.

[@fsb_-bf3th]

Cool fake story

[@duck2587]

7.3 pulls like a dream. It’s a strong monster. Not the fastest but the strength is worth it. If you’re pulling for short or long distance, you won’t notice a ton of weight behind you. It rides like a dream too. That’s why I love it. Pulls a ton of weight with ease, rides smooth and reliable. I am curious how the new 6.7 performs though.

[@Utahtruckguy]

I've got both my 6.7 blows away my 7.3

[@jpippinator]

Somethings wrong if a 7.3 is getting 7mpg. Should be at least 12 towing and 20 for unloaded highway miles.

[@auzz21z]

All day man sometimes I can get 24 with my race tunes

[@joshuapacheco1001]

My lifted 7.3 that weighs in at about 12,000lbs loaded for a road trip still gets 14 highway

[@mo_daville_9046]

I'm lifted 8 inches on 37s pull a 10k pound camper and get a out 10-12if I stay around 60 mph

[@1_2_Many_Projects]

I suspect the exhaust back pressure tube was probably clogged especially if the truck is tuned. Common maintenance thing. It fills up with soot, the sensor can’t get a good reading, and fuel economy tanks

[@jimmyboe25]

I’m lookin at a 97 now that is stock with a 7.3 20 beats my 06 mark lt that is in truck heaven

[@kadinwiens7962]

I got a '97 7.3L that's lifted 8" with 37x12.50r17 along with 5" stacks (straight piped obviously) and it's just a solid truck all around. With the ZF5 behind it and the king pin dana 60 swapped in up front it's a beast! And with 4.10 gears and a tuner it'll pull anything even with the 37s

[@jaketrat3725]

My god

[@GoyslopGladiator]

My grandpa had one when I was a little kid, I remember the rhythmic clacking of it's injectors as he'd pull his truck up to pick me up for the weekend. Now, almost 20 years later the truck is being gifted to me :)

[@VinceBo]

I’ll be honest, I’m not a Ford guy at all, but this is like the old OBS trucks, especially the 7.3 is like the one exception.

[@AlexSmith-df3ys]

Am I the only one who thinks arkon should make a 18 inch wheel I would love to see one soon

[@teamja1088]

My company truck in 2003 was a 2003 dump body DRW F450 7.3 and I loved it. A couple years ago I purchased my very own 2003 SRW F350 7.3 with 225k miles. I knew of the issues with these engines around 250k miles so I replaced HPOP, IPR, IPC, CPS, injectors, all sensors and connector plugs, glowplugs, fuel pump, fuel lines, deleted the fuel pick up with a sump, installed a pre-pump canister fuel filter and water separator assembly off of a CAT engine, installed Riffrax crossover to eliminate dead-heading, rebuilt the turbo and pedestal with a wicked wheel impeller, installed a Mishimoto trans cooler, installed an AirRaid intake and battery tray system, rebuilt the fuel bowl, and painted the valve covers and all parts I removed white to easily see any leaks before they become costly problems. I am over 250k miles now and I see 17.5mpg like clockwork each Friday when I fill up on my way home from work to enjoy the weekend with my family. I only run Schaefer’s oil and Motorcraft filters. I enjoy my 7.3 each day I drive it. I plan on rebuilding my 4R100 trans to make it bulletproof in a year or two.

[@22goDpeehs]

Thank you for showing some love to our cherished 7'm3's. Well deserved. P.S. We're wearing shorts and t-shirts here in Fla. Stay Frosty, fellas.

[@jamesyates9378]

I dream of having a 7.3 one day. I'll be 18 in April of this year and it's so hard as you said to find just decent examples of the trucks for sale. I just hope I live long enough to own one. They are so reliable and nostalgic, I just have to turn my head every time I see or hear one!!

[@theghettocop69]

I was the same as you when I was in high school. Just turned 24 and finally bought my first 7.3. It will happen in time dude! Keep saving that $

[@jamesyates9378]

@@theghettocop69 thanks for the confidence boost mate👍👍

[@JimmyTheProstitute]

@@jamesyates9378 Just bought one woth 390k miles at 19y/o. Keep an eye out they ppp up occasionally. It helps if you're in the south. Rust belt eats away at all vehicles.

[@HotMustang]

@@jamesyates9378 Just bought one at 18 (19 in 2 months) for 6.5k with zero rust and only issue is something with the front tank. Other than that it's awesome. It took a BIT of finding but it eventually happened, like he said just keep at it!

[@zaknields4845]

I'm selling a '99 dually in mint condition. 172" crew cab long bed with tow package. 33,000 miles. What's in your piggy bank?

[@sion247]

My it’s a 2000 F350 7.3 diesel, 320,000 miles on it, it’s a beast, best truck I ever had, just love it

[@JesseJames.77]

What’s it at now ?

[@panchovilla2699]

Currently building a 1995 F250 7.3 regular cab 4x4. Bought superduty axles and plan on doing an 8” lift. Has American force wheels on 37s, 5in exhaust, sinister tip and adding a set of amp power steps and power back window. Already gets thumbs up and it’s still parked on the driveway. Great engine and cool body lines! Becoming harder to find clean parts.

[@WildTines]

I’d trade my 6.7 power stroke for a 7.3 before you could say “click clack”

[@sethmichaelson6972]

I’ll trade you

[@stevenbrooks1243]

Lol I did

[@eekthecat9933]

I'm glad I kept my old 7.3 .. It's worth twice as much , than when I bought it in 2013 ..

[@CustomOffsetsTV]

You ain’t wrong!

[@KRKSR1]

I have a 97 F350 7.3 with over 400,000 and still going and just bought a 97 E350 club wagon extra long 7.3 with only 172,000. Love the 7.3 and has never let me down.

[@Austin.8150]

Why do people sell them I'm getting one

[@westongilbert3003]

I regret selling my 99 7.3, it had 373k on it when I sold it. May end up grabbing another one later on down the line

[@stevenmc62089]

Recommendation… 5.7 hemi or any 3rd generation hemi. Unless it’s a Cummins there’s not much Ram content on here. Us Mopar guys with modded hemis need love too. Other than the MDS lifter issue on later trucks it’s a good platform to build on

[@thethriller8436]

He said diesel

[@stevenmc62089]

@@thethriller8436 listen to it again at 8:29

[@stigtv9758]

Emissions wasn’t the reason that Ford had to scrap the engine, California changed its noise regulations and the 7.3 was too loud for those standards. Also the 7.3 got an inter cooler when it was put into the Super Duty body style in 1998. Also to answer the last question, I own a 2001 7.3 F350 and it was worth every penny

[@allisonclarke7244]

Could u tell me more about the 7.3 after 1998. I just got my first vehicle it was my moms and grand dads but they like me seem not to know a lot about it. And I’m a newly mechanic in the military and want to learn more on my pov

[@seannagel8718]

95 was the year uncle Sam started to clamp down on emissions. That's why anything built after 95 has OBDII. Obviously 3/4 tons don't require emissions to pass inspection. I have the 95 crew cab 4x4 and it's worth every penny.

[@tomd2833]

Fuel economy isn't as bad as stated. I just got back from a four hundred mile trip hauling a 4k pound truck camper and my stock 95 350 dually 2wd got 12.5 mpg. Gets 15+ unloaded. Also 365k miles on the clock and runs like new.

[@3rdcoastsmokesmoked227]

That’s exactly what I’m getting now. 15+ with a straight pipe & new filter. Specially staying between 55-65 mph. Best truck i ever owned. Got a 2020 6.7. But i love driving the 7.3 because it’s manual

[@Mayberbtw]

I have a 1999 7.3 F250 and I love it. It's slow but it sounds like a diesel truck should and it's reliable. Managed to find one with only 153k miles and no rust on it last year and instantly pulled the trigger on it. Best decision I ever made

[@kunalsing8164]

My 1996 F-350 is running around 500-550HP. Engine is reliable, it sounds great and gets around 13-16 mpg. Just head studded the engine and put a banks intercooler kit in it…reliable engine but can’t say the same about the transmission :’(

[@andersonsprairieviewfarm2552]

That can be solved according a good friend of mine who swore he could build me a quality transmission out of my E4OD, after this transmission failed a second time, but the first time was a converter failure, so it was replaced and nothing else, second converter failed almost emeditly, but I believe it was the transmission, who would think that a converter would fail so fast, and it was a good quality but only a single clutch set up, so after pulling it out and taking it to my friend, he found the issues and that my transmission was actually in very good shape for the miles on it and the burnt torque converter, he replaced it with a triple clutch converter and rebuilt the transmission with Kevlar racing clutches and we put a deeper sump pan on it that doubled the pan capacity, I was looking into going manual or possibly Alison or a C6 with a gear vendors overdrive, all options would have cost me way more money, but my friend has been doing this for over 40 years and promised me that I couldn't break it, we will see, but do have faith in his confidence.

[@rudyswoodwork7236]

I bough one Two weeks ago .. low Milage runs like a champ I drove 1600 miles back to my home .. good trucks 1997 f250 . I like it

[@bulletride0]

Have a '96 F250 w/ only 150k miles and love it... TS6 chip w/ Swamps tunes, CTS 3 monitor, MBRP exhaust, and an aluminum 7.3 intercooler w/ E99 spider and Carson Stauffer pipes. Great truck and gets a lot of love no matter where I'm driving it. I wanted one for a long, long time and I'm glad I've finally got my hands on one.

[@KellyWheeler-c4e]

I have a 2000 F250 with a 7.3 and 6 speed manual trans. 512,000 miles on the original injectors. Still going strong

[@Donavanbane]

I am so happy y’all did this once I seen the so you want a 6.7 cummins I commented asking if y’all could make a so you want a 7.3

[@wblanton87]

Just found a 2000 7.3 6 speed clean as they come with 120k miles for 9k it doesnt have any rust. Im so excited because ive been looking for 5 years to find it. I remember growing up cruising in a 95 7.3 f350 i loved that truck

[@bigblockstang9368]

I own 3 of them . Just change oil and keep on driving them , unlike new junk.

[@benanderson6379]

Though it’s not the most popular diesel by any means, but I’d recommend the differences of a 7.3 idi and a 7.3 powerstroke. There is a pile of internal differences that many don’t know about!

[@Thalor]

Can you explain more

[@bighuntichi7392]

The only things the engines have in common is the displacement and they are both diesels

[@TRIPPAICE]

My grandfather had a 7.3 fresh of the lot back in the day and then my dad bought it of him and I hope I can buy it of my dad. And its still runs to this day

[@albertbordelon2342]

I have an early 01 4x4 193+ Miles on it , I’ve done all the necessary upgrades. My Son has a 2000 4x4 both trucks are crew cabs his has 270,000 it’s his daily driver his also has all necessary upgrades . Wouldn’t trade either for a new truck. I’ve definitely pulled things with my truck that were extremely over the towing capacity with no problems. Last year I rebuilt the transmission under my carport, spent $2,500 on parts The torque converter was $1,500 . A few weeks ago i pulled my brothers 26’ gooseneck with 2 tractors and some equipment on it 70+ MPH trans temp never went above 140 In July. 7.3💪👍

[@MikeHamline]

Own a 7.3 with 95,000. Old guy had an Excursion hidden in his barn that he used to haul a trailer or something light. Love the 7.3 and don't need to roll coal or do burn outs. Bought it to haul my trailer until my kids take the wheel.

[@DumPhuc]

My 95 has 1.5 million km on the clock. The body rotted off so I did a body swap. Still using it daily with no major issues

[@clarkmorges8035]

I have a 2000 f250 power stroke 380,000 miles. Only 20,000 in the last ten years. Never had any engine work done besides maintenance. Gets14-15 mpg all the time. Still runs great.

[@Dieselfan1997]

Hard to beat the 7.3 I've got a 97 7.3 as my backup truck for when my 6.0 is down

[@OutdoorSavage-zy9cv]

So then you would always be driving the 7.3 because the 6.0 is always down lol😭

[@Dieselfan1997]

@@OutdoorSavage-zy9cv I've actually had pretty good luck with my 6.0 lmao typically when it's down its bc im adding upgrades

[@El_ReyJ]

Same here

[@Doveproductions73]

how is it daily driving a 7.3?

[@El_ReyJ]

@@Doveproductions73 I prefer my 6.0 only because I have remote start on it so my mornings are easier when it’s cold

[@TheClampettmobile]

I still find my `99 F-250/7.3/Manual trans the best vehicle I've ever owned (and that is a lot -including Cadillac and Lincoln). It hauls like a truck, rides like a car and not bad mileage either.

[@tjgaab2652]

We have like the same truck lmao. Mines just a '97.

[@travis19908]

We have 4 7.3l with 700k on them best diesel hands down! Never done nothing but maintenance

[@ALT_RIGHT]

The Loud purr of the 7.3 is comforting.. KNOWING you will make your destination and home.

[@johnson7454]

I think the 7.3 injection system is what makes it better then the Cummins. I’ve owned several Cummins and worrying about a injector melting down my engine was quiet annoying

[@SRTZEN]

Never was a big fan of fords but I was fascinated with the 7.3 as a child. Still the best looking truck made imo.

[@calebtaylor5154]

I'm a little late but when I was watching this I looked up and smokey and the bandit was playing and my jaw dropped CRAZY RIGHT

[@mach1mustangguy992]

My shop teacher had an all white crew cab OBS power stroke, and it was mint! He had a topper and everything. We all drooled over that thing😅

[@garrettearnest5663]

May 2002 2wd 7.3 on 35’s got around 18 when pulling 2 cars

[@jacobmartinez2116]

I’m just saying when you think of a diesel sound you think of a 7.3 clacking

[@OutdoorSavage-zy9cv]

And the cold starts

[@MC_7.3]

gotta love the 7.3 I have a 450hp obs and its a smoke show. also people say you cant make them fast but mine does 0-60 in 4.3 seconds.

[@MC_7.3]

@jeremy pollitt I have proof on Instagram and I’ll show everyone come drag racing season

[@MrMystang92]

I like how the 6.9/7.3idi was gutless... the idi turbo was actually handi capped by Ford because the 7.3 powerstroke was coming out and they wanted to switch over to the new platform due to emissions.

[@robertkwiatkoski1292]

have a power stroke and an 93 idi. i still like my old very rusty idi better. vinal bench with manual vs cloth split bench with manual. maybe the idi is just been a fried longer.

[@billrowden5917]

Still driving my 2000 7.3 and loving it

[@DanielTalent006]

Owned one for the last 15 years. No ragrets. My 97 F-250 has 330k miles and still purrs. Love my truck.

[@egator8565]

Great motor! Will last a long time! Having said that, you can’t blow up a motor that doesn’t make any power 🤷‍♂️

[@soaceba]

Hydra with very mild tunes makes it fun without feeling your tranny is going to blow

[@paulgingras59]

Blew up my stock obs 7.3 last year…….

[@kevinsxntamaria]

I just got some wheels and tires for my 1997 F350 7.3. The only people I knew to go was y’all and I’m very glad I did. I’m so stoked to put them on!

[@CustomOffsetsTV]

Hell yeah make sure to add it to the gallery when you get 'em on! www.customwheeloffset.com/add-wheel-offset

[@MJ_Landscapes]

Been wanting a obs 7.3 for years

[@goldneckprospecting4534]

I have a 97 7.3 powerstroke as my welding rig. My 97 has over 500k miles still runs good. Zero complaints except the mechanical fuel pump.

[@roncoburn1103]

1997 F350 super crew dually. Bought the truck 2001 and have no complaints. General maintenance is all it needs.

[@JarinDaBarbarian]

They listened to our prayers and made a 7.3 video lmao 🙌🏽😂

[@Andy-fe6rc]

7.3 idi turbo is under rated I have one and it's good at everything except speed tows good extremely reliable

[@1stlast290]

Same here

[@marlinfeagans9001]

12 valve Cummins is best diesel ever, ppump it and g56 swap it

[@garrett8994]

You don’t even need that. 12 valves with the rotary pumps stil lasted forever

[@muddypawsadventurer7775]

I've a CA '96 F250. stock engine, 247k miles, Diamond Eye 4" freeflow ad Afe high flow air filter. Open road unloaded 17.2mpg. with my 2k lb 11.3 Lance on the back 11-13 mpg.. it's the right foot. Add my Scout that I flat tow and I'm gettting 8-11 mpg... depends on my right foot. She does everything I want her to do as far as performance.

[@johnwalker5622]

I just bought one. I can see why people love it so much.

[@LostInPhilly89]

Same here. I just picked up an early '99 7.3 with 190K miles. I completely understand why they are considered one of the best diesels out there.

[@devanmeade6908]

I owned one wish I still had it was a tank in the winter and pulled what ever I wanted. Plus the sound it made with an aero turbine resonator was amazing

[@williamlilleston1595]

I have 3 Ford trucks..92 F350 Crew Cab 4x4 with a 460 (161k original miles) and new E4OD, 96 F250 extended Cab 4x4 7.3 auto with 39K original miles, 97 F250 extended Cab short bed 4x4 7.3 and the ZF5 manual 227k original miles and another 97 7.3 engine with 110k original miles. I cant get enuf of them ! Now I am old and will have to figure out what I am going to do with all this stuff. LOL

[@TRAINHD77]

My wife and I have 2, 7.3's and 2, 5.9's. 2002 F350 4x4 Lariat long bed, 1997 F250 4x4 ext cab long bed, 2003 3rd gen long bed crew cab common rail and a 5.9 2001 2nd gen short bed Quad cab 5.9. IMHO these are my dream trucks. I've wanted these trucks since they were introduced!! I drive the Cummins and my wife drives the Powerstrokes. I could not be happier with the ability to work on my own rigs. I refuse to buy this new computer for everything era we live in today. I will say I get better MPG in my Cummins, but I love the way both these powerhouses feel!!!!!

[@DavidMiller-py4pv]

I'm an original owner of a 1997 F-250 HD, purchased in October of 1996. Hands down best truck I ever owned. Don't really use it much anymore, but just can't seem to let her go.

[@scott1395]

I have a 97 f250 4wd 7.3 with manual 5 speed! Bought her with 19,000 miles in 1998! She has 448,000 miles now! No injectors, glo plugs, etc! Rebuilt front end, one water pump and 4 clutches! Love my truck, people have tried to buy it ever since the day I bought it! Would never buy a new truck like they make today!

[@markchapman2585]

7.3 and the 4.9 online 6 was Ford's most reliable engine's made. I had 1997 F150 4.9 it still ran great wen I scrap it just rusted away on me. Now I have a old 2002 E350 with the 7.3 it has 620.000 km and it's still going strong. But I did have to get the transmission rebuild few years ago. Thanks for the post keep up the good work.

[@chuckparson6712]

I'm the 2nd owner of the Original Platinum Edition 2001 Ford F250 Super Duty. Had it for 22 years now and call it Goose," LOUD and Proud" a bit noisy and obnoxious at times too. Just like a goose 😜😂

[@Gogogibby]

I don’t know if I’d say the power stroke is more reliable than the idi 7.3. But that’s just my opinion

[@excorcistzl11le62]

I'm actually looking at buying a 2001-02 F350 dually 7.3 for towing and a work truck. I really want to find a good one and can't wait til' one is mine someday.

[@wandaferrell2030]

The 7.3 is the absolute best diesel,I have a 96 F-250 and 02 Excursion, And looking another one,I love them🤪😜

[@ronniefields4166]

I have a 97 F250 with 7.3. I love this truck and plan on driving it for many more years.

[@mattwitkowski6329]

I’ll run my 7.3 forever. Great truck. I love the 6.7 also. Can’t go wrong with both.

[@tugdiver]

I jus bought a 1999 F350 7.3 manual shift 6 speed 4wd crew cabin long bed. I love so much about it the short shift trow, the 4 wheel disc brakes, the milage... Thank you for this video and a few things to watch out. If you are ever in Charleston SC...

[@yourlocalretard582]

My mom has a 97 obs powerstroke and it’s always been my dream to have that truck

[@cam3002]

Kind of late replying to this but just came up as a suggested vid. I have a 95 PowerStroke 7.3, 5 s/p manual, extended cab & long bed. If I drive it nice, meaning doing posted highway speeds then can get around 20 MGP whilst towing a light race car on open trailer. Very happy with it.

[@Logandg122]

I have a 2002 f350 that just broke 400k and I'm trying to build. Being a Montana truck she's got some rust but she runs like a champ

[@k.e.mayfield8303]

Love my powerstroke! I put 365K miles on a 2001 with zero issues (never should have sold it). I still own a 2000 F350 that I bought new. It now has 185K miles.....lifetime truck.

[@fulldeckautoclub6959]

i have an 97 f350 crew cab long box dually black out. i love it very clean

[@georgesrisomsak9650]

290k + on my 2003. Never leaked, never any problems. It'll start 450+hp life with some 238/100's at 300,000 miles. The most reliable vehicle I own. I trust it at almost 300k miles, over my wife's super mint 70k mile G8, or my 100k mile Toyota. By a long shot. As a ford technician, I saw too many good examples of hardcore workhorses that are still on the road making $ this very moment.

[@haydencole2962]

Taking care of a 7.3, clean oil, filters, regular checks for leaks, etc. impeccable motors. Got a bone stock late 99 that had never been tuned and I’m at 328k OG motor, injectors, turbo, transmission. Tanks, literal tanks. Still gets up faster than any Altima 🤣

[@srharris88]

I have two 7.3s. Driven them literally hundreds of thousands of miles. Never once have they left me on the side of the road.

[@2.0_brittt]

I’m starting to believe that the obs fords are the best trucks ever made

[@nanettelong3764]

I have a 2000 7.3 Super Duty with that i bought in 2002. It's in perfect condition and has 116k miles. I drive it short distances almost every day and use it to pull a goose neck horse trailer and a camper. Its akways been kept under cover and is beautiful truck. I'll sell it some day, but not now.

[@kenbrown9316]

12v Cummins all the way. 7.3 are really nice but the 12v has more million mile motors out there and can be tuned way easier.

[@jackadamz3]

The Cummins motor is good but the rest of the truck is junk.

[@screwdriver694]

I've never had a truck that ran like my 7.3 but dang you really have to work for it I've chased everything from electrical to fuel problem but when it runs she runs doubt it if yall want but my 7.3 out pulled my 6.0 and my Duramax multiple times when they cant do the job 9 times out of 10 the 7.3 will

[@zacknelson8918]

The 12v can't be killed! And the early 24v

[@jackgriesemer9583]

By early 24v do you mean 98.5-02 or are you talking early common rail?

[@zacknelson8918]

@@jackgriesemer9583 yes I mean the early days, for reliability besides the 54 block The common rail is amazing also

[@theautomotive9468]

Mine just got me home 2000 miles after the 47re blew and I swapped it in Arizona. I am kicking around if I want one of these fuel hogs or not

[@johnniezuniga6841]

7.3 International engine running right it will pull anything strong and beautiful

[@davidwood8392]

Not only would i own a 7.3 Powerstroke, but I do own one. It is, however, the new body style, a 2000. Very little smog and bonus forged internals. I just bought it with 373,000 miles and drove it back to California from Nevada. She's not perfect, and I'm doing all the maintenance all at once, so I have a baseline for the what is likely to need repair in the future.

[@FarmerDrew]

Stock motor is great, albeit lacking the 32v head and valvetrain of a modern Powerstroke (even the 6.0 had 32v) and so HP is hard to make without studding and replacing coolers. One of my tenants has a 7.3 that was tuned and now it's blowing head gaskets. I have a studded 6.0 and a 7.3 IDI but I've stayed away from 7.3 Powerstroke because there's no HP unless you want to build up the motor, which leads me to buy the cheap $5k 6.0, since the need for high HP still requires bulletproofed, studded trucks.

[@co8539]

Most fans aren’t interested in building a motor out though at least in my case. I think most of us are content with bone stock

[@mikemagures4979]

I do own a first generation power stroke With about 340k on it, it is the best truck I have ever had.