What to look for when buying a used Powerstroke

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[@samhing7654]

Thanks Stephen.. Huge help when I finally bought my 7.3 (2001) Passed all the tests and aside from minor maintenance issues, was a great score. Appreciate your videos.

[@Lonewolf23-26]

Best video looking at an excursion from 2000 with a 7.3 288k on it. Liked the way you explained it and showed made this easy to understand. Appreciate you taking the time to show us!

[@shardatc3560]

I know im two years late but thank you soo much as a car lover and a little more knowledge than most its hard for me to explain car parts and functions at times but you did amazing work!

[@CMR1981]

Excellent job . Thank you for sharing your experience

[@1flashlite1]

I've owned 7 of these and 2 of the IDIs before them. This guy knows his stuff.

[@SabrinaEickhoffingly]

I am a woman and I need to sell a ‘99 f250 7.3. You have helped me greatly sir! I appreciate the info and the awesome instructions!!!

[@RockStar5656]

This is super helpful! I’ve got my eye on a ‘96 7.3 and this video is helping me keep my eyes on what to look for!👍

[@boombam6531]

Looking to buy my first diesel this video was a lot of help thank you!

[@104Colton104]

Update ?

[@boombam6531]

@@104Colton104 ended up buying a 2001 7.3 with 220k miles had it a year and 3 months now and haven’t had to put a dime into the truck yet I love it!

[@manicmotox4214]

You have no idea how HUGELY I appreciate this video. Really looks like you could just about determine in about 5 to 10 minutes if it's worth buying or walking away. Awesome trick with the compression. Loved the Video, will be saving it for later. Hoping to shop for a 7.3 Excursion in the spring of 2022

[@tannersargent1945]

Just picked up my first diesel. She's a 2000 f250 7.3. got lucky with the standard transmission too

[@kenbordner6423]

Thanks for the video and info . I bought an 06 6.0 with virtually no problems to date , besides oil leaks .

[@pedroortega2891]

Thanks Stephen, for your videos, a bought a 1999 ford f350 turbo diesel 7,3 my first diesel truck so a appreciate your tips. Finally I check the truck and works fine. Thanks again. Yoy are a good men .

[@twatson6252]

Just bought a 1999 7.3 with 450 thousand on the body.And it looks great. It is an auction truck. I looked at it and the front end was rebuilt and the motor looks new, Also no blowby at all hmmmm. It is a 4x4 4dr. I drove it 250 miles home 17 mpg I was amazed. Also the transmission shifts hard and quick so it seems to have been rebuilt also. I love it so far. It replaced a 97 4x4 dodge ram 5.9 the rams motor was great however the body and the front end was horrible. The diesel mileage is about the same. This ford drives ten times better I really hope it holds up new to the 7.3 but so far I am happy. Only thing not working is the cruise control.

[@benharmon2817]

I’m going to look at a ‘97 7.3 this week and this video was so valuable. Thank you.

[@surgicalshooter911]

Great video, taught me something’s about my 2000 F350 7.3 that I wasn’t aware of. Thanks 😉👍

[@nategreenfield1349]

Excellent video man I looked at one the other day kept stalling and you would have to cycle the key off then on while driving. Broken off oil cap oil all over parts of the motor blowing blue smoke and blew the water pump while driving sounded like engine was missing real bad. I actually told the guy he could pay me to take it off his hands. Pissed me off like you I drove an hour and a half because he told me it runs great. Didn't know you could check compression that way that will help on the next one I look at. The last one made me more interested in another cummins. Thanks for the video

[@markmaldonado9614]

Excellent explanation ill try it tomorrow just bought myself a 6.0l f450 2003 with 293000 miles thanks again

[@troycollins6802]

Thank you sir, I will surely keep in mind as to everything you covered.

[@brianott3194]

Wish I would of seen this video before I bought mine 😭. Very good information for new diesel buyers👍

[@robj2704]

Clearly, you're a very patient person. Next time, try holding the camera yourself while you make a video, and tell your camera guy to go get a cup of coffee.

[@JohnsBones]

Don’t think Chucky needs another cup of Joe ahaha! Seems like Chucky comes running hot! Good camera man to have, probably his long time buddy who enjoys talking as much as he does! Gotta buddy just like it haha

[@cmdrefstathiusplacidus9003]

I think maybe skip the caffeine....

[@dahoodgoneloveit4230]

yah that dude sucks

[@LemonySnicket-EUC]

@@dahoodgoneloveit4230 likewise about yourself.

[@JonathanJanis]

Whatever, don’t listen to this.

[@fadedstatic122]

i’m looking at a 95 f250 with a 7.3 tomorrow, thank you for helping me man

[@chavoac9713]

Awesome tips, thank you sir! These tips will come in handy !

[@TXSuburbanHomestead]

Thanks for the video. I'm looking at buying my dad's '95 7.3. I know it needs updates because he doesn't take care of anything. I know there are what he calls "electrical leaks". Any video you'd suggest me watch on electrical issues for that truck?

[@claynceli2387]

Very good advice I’m in the making of looking for another Ford

[@jonathanhageman150]

Love this learned so much. Awesome video😁

[@johnvmtb5440]

Thanks for sharing,now I know what to look for 👍

[@SquareOneForge]

Great video, super informative. Thanks for not talking to us like we are stupid idiots, very helpful.

[@lorinatzen]

dude, your camera man needs to stay on task..

[@johondarr2530]

I was about to say.....

[@clashingwithvance965]

Honestly

[@erniethompson1776]

Obviously you guys dont Chuckie. Lol

[@powerstrokediesels7824]

Lorin Atzen the camara man was hella annoying

[@JoshuaAdams149]

Honestly you can stop talking you actually smell like shut up

[@DOC-Jake-]

I own a O2 F350 lariat 73 single rear wheel bought it brand new has 180 K on it now . U answered a lot of my questions ,it does run good ,but I was questioning injectors. I do live in the Northeast so sometimes it doesn’t like to start right up. I do use additive in the winter time or most of the yearThanks

[@thegrimreaper819]

Good luck bros. Wish I could help and those that can, get out there you know you are, Support.

[@temogarcia8072]

I am buying a 6.0 😂 will see how it goes and this is the very video I was needing

[@JonathanJanis]

This is an amazing video. Just got a ‘99 and realizing I need to change the injector clips.

[@jefflancaster6587]

🌞👍

[@treemanchris]

Great video. Very helpful.

[@Slim_Slid]

7.3L is a indestructible engine.They actually had them in the Ford F600-F900 at one time.

[@ZackPack]

They actually had a 7.8 6 cylinder diesel. Crazy size for a 6 cylinder huh

[@Slim_Slid]

@@ZackPack The F600-F900 had a 6.6L,7.3L,or 7.8L.

[@jeremymuther8656]

Thanks for the vid really helpful 🔥🔥

[@ExurtsYT]

Thank you brother, you taught me a lot

[@bobmach8844]

Better than Powerstroke Help videos! Thanks guys!

[@fernandogomez5805]

Great video thanks for the information

[@jaycej11]

Damn this was a great video! Thank you

[@EduardoDiaz-zo3rv]

2001 Ford Econoline E350 7.3, paid 1800 for mine dude. was salvaged so I had to pass a break/lamp inspection cost me 280 plus the smog. Passed first try. I’m so happy

[@gepwxaqdfsidsesg1548]

Where did you find it?

[@EduardoDiaz-zo3rv]

gEpWxAqd FsiDseSG Salvage shop in Oakland. I found it on Craigslist. I wasn’t really looking on there either but I got lucky one day. Drove it 4 hours back home no problem and it’s still running strong. I was trying to sell it too

[@TR-ut3yh]

I just found a 2003 e450 with a service body on it, 62k miles, they want 27k for it. I havent seen underneath yet but outaide looks new

[@TortugaaGaming]

I know this video is old, but i'm looking into purchasing a 6.0. I KNOW it's a problematic engine, but the asking price is reasonable and I'm just looking for a hunting truck. With its price, I'm not turning her down simply because it's not a diesel job. Anyways, is there anything different to look for vs the 7.3? Thank you!

[@aubassin3876]

Gotta love the db hat

[@keithpinto177]

Make sure to check if the spark plugs are good

[@themanbaby666]

Diesels don't use spark plugs...

[@keithpinto177]

Ik that’s the point...

[@keithpinto177]

It was a joke

[@thenewlife.pt2724]

Lmfaooo

[@marcocolunga9656]

Very informative video, good job and thank you very much

[@PoptartzAnonymous]

Definitely subscribed. Awesome video

[@harrypersaud9422]

Great video guys

[@darnellcarey8781]

Very helpful video thanks

[@jasonmekush5280]

I usually ask to see a picture of title to see if its rebuilt or at least you can see its in hand great story.

[@Akhazmat907]

I'm going to buy f350 from gateway car connection in Missouri. My use your guys's tips and tricks but I'm pretty sure I won't find anything wrong with those guys trucks... Putting starting fluid in a diesel is bad

[@jimmjs9794]

Really liked the video thanks good man

[@justinreish56]

What do you recommend for looking at a 2002 f350 powerstroke that hasn't ran in some time. There is a big red beast near my job... clean truck but I have no knowledge of diesel engines I am mechanically inclined. Thanks

[@floydwilliams3321]

That’s good information man

[@jrock1113]

That was a lot of help.. thanks

[@Stephanie-lb6tt]

Cracking wise does lighten the video....Will these Check systems work on an E4 50?

[@DavidRichardson28]

Great video. Thank you

[@rupertstun]

Дуже цікава інфа, молодець!)

[@cliffordhorkans9958]

Great video. Looking at buying my first diesel. Found a 02 f450 7.3 with 249k miles seller is asking 4500. Unfortunately I'm not mechanically inclined 😅 so now I can at least check these things

[@Berto-1117]

Sounds like a steal if its in good working condition

[@lawrencehardin6827]

Thanks man

[@BuckshotBoys19]

SWEET dale brisbys hat!

[@big_chillan]

Is there a trick to the compression test you did? I couldnt get a 2008 6.4 to crank with this. Truck starts right up with key

[@catherinemunroe3960]

great video, thanks

[@tommiller67]

I have a 2002 Ford 7.3 f350 dually and when it's under load it's smoking looks White why it seems like engine skipping on startup until about a minute and then it clears out where should i start

[@_GntlStone_]

Not just title in hand, but also titled in the sellers name!

[@gasmonkeygod2276]

So how long is a long start, I’m picking up a 2005 6.0 lariot it’s been bullet proofed and the older gentleman I’m buying it from said it needs glow plugs it takes 2 or 3 seconds of cranking and then I comes right to life and sounds flawless best one I’ve heard, is this really glow plugs or something deeper. Thanks in advance

[@mbraddock84]

I've been looking for a 6.3, glad I found this video. Great info.

[@jayrab446]

need some tips on what to look for when purchasing a 03 ford excursion 172,200 miles at $7,600 . is it worth it ?

[@jamessanchez5567]

Can you show how you do the starter test with the wire.

[@Gsxrnoob]

He did dude

[@frankboston7425]

So many good Tips Thanks....FLB.

[@johnnythomas259]

Hank u so much great hope

[@treylind1510]

He Stephen I doubt you’d see this but if you do, my 2000 7.3 powerstroke was running really bad with a check engine light on but no codes going through then we did an alternator test and that was fine and when we did that your supposed to rev the engine up t 2000 rpm and it drove home loke new and no check engine light, came out the next morning doesn’t start and glow plug light wouldn’t come on then glow plug light started coming on and still won’t start just thought if you see this to get your opinion

[@bobbycantu836]

Thanks brother

[@colliefury2257]

Helpful tips, just bought an '02 7.3 subbing your channel now

[@36ELGALAN]

I'm thinking about buying a 2001 7.3 with 173,000 miles only catch is it has a salvage title, is there anything regarding the salvage title you'd run away from. Thanks

[@bradleysimpson9819]

Just bought a beat farm truck 2000 f250 7.3. 300k miles thats fine truck is fugly almost didn't buy it until he popped the hood to a immaculate 7.3 that started and ran with absolutely no smoke. Looking forward to seeing it roll over to 600k some day

[@6.oooostroke]

Glad i saw this video 👍👍

[@ThePeopleVerse]

Good info...Thanks

[@mikesouza8553]

Can anyone explain the starter wire to battery part of the video as to what the ACTUAL purpose of disconnecting that wire and touching it to the battery would be for? I understand the reason why he does this to check for compression but aside from that, why would you want to unplug that wire and connect direct to battery if it will cause the engine to turn over but not start, thanks!

[@edwardtorres9732]

Stephen .. is Ford-350 super duty 6.4 is a good motor or it give a lot of problems?? Or what you recommend i will appreciate any good information to be able to make a choice on my purchase thank u and advanced

[@SnakebiteCortez]

Great video. Howa bout 7.3 IDI turbos? Any thing different I should look for when buying used one? I'm looking at one with 250k miles on it. It would be my first diesel. Didn't even entertain diesels until recently. thank you!!!

[@1flashlite1]

the IDI is a completely different engine. It's awesome and will go forever but it does not respond to chipping because it's not electronic. I've had 2 IDI's with turbos and they are very close to a stock Powers Stroke in terms of power. But these are hot race cars anyway.

[@isaacpacheco2200]

You need to do that with the switch on or off

[@tyleradkins7602]

Im about to a 01 7.3 f250 the whole passenger side isn't fireing got code p1316 Im thinking injector module? But it fits h have 1 of the symptoms you mention blows out of resivior after a few minutes of running and its very hard to crank

[@LemonySnicket-EUC]

9:15 what's that chirping sound ? Mine does it too. I'm thinking it's one of idler pulleys. I've got new belt, alternator,and water pump so I've eliminated that much.

[@dextersavage5813]

Steve, Nice vid ! I have looked many times, but i DO NOT have that starter wire on my 1999 F250 Super Duty ! Is it because its a manual transmission ??

[@DanerdzYT]

Mines auto and I don’t have one either

[@martinroy9922]

Great video

[@rickrichardson5329]

Thank you very informative video.

[@Cat_lover335]

I got the same rig!

[@christians.1941]

Is that wire to test found on the 93-97 7.3 as well?

[@jdmart82]

So I got a guy who is selling me a 2001 f250 7.3 with a blown engine. ( He ran it without oil and messed it up). What's a good price for the truck as is? I'm interested in it and don't mind droping in a new Engine in it.

[@Wildhorse71]

Thank you

[@degz1s]

that was great! for any car a beginner would buy great advice man

[@danbrown8310]

Thanks a lot

[@CarolinaGrowthAndDevelopment]

Does the trucks key have to be on or off to cycle the engine with that wire? Thanks

[@MatthewSmith03]

Great video wish i seen this before i just bought mine guess mines going to shop for injectors thats a big dent in my pocket lol owell you live an learn

[@BuggysTowJam]

What if my 97 7.3 has a miss and also when it's cold and I start it, it will start and then shut right off, I can start it again and it will run maybe a minute or two and then cuts off again? Is that line a bleed back issue in my fuel lines? I check the filter changed the fuel filter and the bowl is full. And it will keep shutting off. If I can keep it running and I go drive it it will stay running and smooth out until I come back home sitting in the driveway idling you can feel and see a miss.

[@tjr8063]

To be almost 400k that seems like a nice solid truck

[@josegaeta203]

I want to buy a used truck, what can you tell me abaut a : 2004 F350 7.3 super duty turbo Diesel power stroke, manual trans. 4x4

[@A.C.71]

I just got a 2002 f250 7.3. He said it didn't need plugged in and it would start always. Got it home and the next morning it was 25 degrees outside. I had to turn key on till glow plug light went out and try it 3 times before it started. So basically I need injectors?

[@knownasgen]

i am thinking of buying a F250 super duty 5.4l 2004 for $4,500 gas and it has 146k miles did i get a good deal? i tested it as well, and it drives fine. no abs or check engine.

[@JoseCastillo-re5wy]

I just got a 96 f350 power stroke, I want to also rebuild the engine and transmission In the future. any idea of how much it would cost give or take?