The Legendary Ford 7.3L Powerstroke Diesel

[@TheBTRGarage]

*Thumbs up for truck videos! What do you guys think?*

[@jamiehaggett5586]

BTR Justin what's the mpg ?

[@MayhemGarageMS]

You should get a boost fooler its like 40 dollars

[@MayhemGarageMS]

You should get a boost fooler is only 40.00

[@kirkkrieger9360]

Change your oil religiously it'll last forever

[@z32323232]

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[@k9leadstheway531]

Biggest tip if your gunna be hauling heavy loads, let your turbo idle down for 5 min after pulling. Cool the turbo down and will increase the life. Run a fuel additive. I run archoil oil/diesel additive. Runs good.

[@TheBTRGarage]

Thanks for the tip, makes sense. Just like turbo timers on my gas turbo cars.

[@caleswartwood7616]

BTR Justin ya if you don’t let the turbo cool down then excess oil will stay in the turbo which over time will cause turbo stiction. Also I would wait for the glow plug light to go off before starting it then letting it idle for about 7-10 minutes before driving it if it is cold. But really cool truck.

[@TheBTRGarage]

Thanks! Yea, I brain farted making the video and started it up right away on accident.

[@danielb.9355]

These trucks don't need to wait for glowplugs unless it's below 30 degrees it's perfectly fine to start them right up I'm a 15- year certified tech

[@centraltexasfoxbodies]

The oil flow in the turbo is almost always the same, shutting them off with high oil temps will cause the bearings in the turbo to gum up, that's what ruins the turbo.

[@nateford6099]

That looks like a beautifully kept diamond.

[@TheBTRGarage]

Thanks, it's a nice truck!

[@caterpillar6nz310]

very nice truck....i own a 2000 7.3 f 250 ccsb i love this truck....300000 miles and this engine run like new maint is the key

[@k9leadstheway531]

I have a 99 7.3. Pulled a trailer from Colorado to Florida, hauling 7500lbs. Trucks my daily and just took me from florida to texas for some training. Super reliable.. I even got 18mpg going 75mph and towing that trailer got high 11s.

[@TheBTRGarage]

Nice! Is your truck stock, or any upgrades? I am getting 9-10mpg towing the big enclosed trailer pictured in the video. Not sure what it gets when not towing because when it's being driven it is almost always towing :)

[@jorge699686]

Dan Smith kool now i feel confident with my 450 7.3 dualy

[@ZachIaviation]

Can you make a video on cleaning the engine bay like yours?

[@codyalfar]

I love my 7.3! If you are ever worried about weird ticks or knocks, don't worry about it. These things have old PCUs, old shifting monitors, etc... They will make some ticks and some weird sounds every now and then in certain RPMs. Particularly 45 mph while in OD. This truck is very obvious when things are wrong with it. Small ticks and weird sounds will be nothing to worry about :) I've owned 3 7.3s and all have made it past 400k miles except for the one I own now, only 257k

[@TheBTRGarage]

Thanks for the insight! Have not heard anything out of the ordinary just yet, but will keep that in mind.

[@Collins7.3l]

Just got an 01 250 7.3 today with 163,000 miles and couldn’t be happier :)

[@TheBTRGarage]

Very nice, congrats!

[@mitchellfay5725]

I just picked one up in colorado for 15k, only had 148xxx miles no mods, stock!!

[@mikeweir5330]

153000 miles that crazy low miles for a 7.3

[@radchef349]

Mike Weir what about 260000?? neighbors selling his

[@FishFind3000]

There’s one for sale with about 150k miles right now. Some just didn’t get used much besides towing here and there.

[@nate9626]

FishFind3000 2002 Lariat 7.3 F-250 with 83k miles for sale in my city, only $21,000 too 😂

[@OpioidDeal3r]

my dad had one he got one with 98,000 miles crazy

[@danyancey]

@@nate9626 just snatched up a 2001 f250 7.3 crew cab 4wd with only 134k on it. The beds shot I'll probably just flatbed it. But I had to hold back when my bosses friend said he'll take only 5k for it!

[@dwightstorer6569]

Biggest recommendation is get some gauges (egt, trans temp, and boost) especially if you are going to be towing a big trailer in a hot climate

[@TheBTRGarage]

Thanks for the recommendation! I have actually gotten those gauges installed since I posted this. You will see them in a video coming up soon.

[@starman9458]

Dwight Storer Fuel pressure and turbo gauges would be recommended, they’re important for diesel trucks.

[@dieseltech7_358]

Upgrade the trans cooler to the 6.0 version. Not much to fab make it work. Both of my current 7.3 have them. I have a 99 and 01.

[@Datsun7705]

That 7.3 is the best power stroke so u got the truck with the correct engine

[@jschnurb19]

The 7.3 is a great engine. By all means. But when you get a truck that is as much as 20 years old. You are gonna have problems. When they run they do great. And I am not hating on Ford, I love Ford. But that is the thing with any vehicle.

[@Datsun7705]

@@jschnurb19 yeah that's why you shouldn't pay much for an old vehicle because no old vehicle is gonna be trouble free

[@jschnurb19]

@@Datsun7705 wow that was a quick reply.

[@eliseogutierrezlujan8966]

Clean!🔥💯

[@sethmoore6565]

Dont think I've ever seen a cleaner 7.3 nice truck man

[@TheBTRGarage]

Hey thanks! It was a lucky find for sure!

[@SpeedDudeGTX]

7.3's are great. My buddies Dad took one out of an International bus one time.

[@dsruddell]

Wooow!! Really clean truck. Ccsb too! I have a 03 cclb drw. If you can spend the money I'd get a Hydra tuner. Don't get the ts6 chip. Also I'd suggest a factory OEM AIS intake or a s&b. The AIS intake will be quiet (if you don't like the noise of a 6.0L) and filters great. The OEM 99-03 airboxs are junk and can dust the turbo/engine. I'd also get rid of the EBPV. Check exhaust back pressure tube for clogs. Riffraff has the best deals on OEM fuel filters and he sells what works on 7.3L. Don't trust the OEM trans temp gauge. Valvoline Max life ATF is great and you can get it cheap at Walmart. Switch to 85-140 oil in the diff. Buy synthetic so it already has the friction modifiers. DO NOT DO A CRANK CASE BREATHER MOD. trust me. Check your coolant tank for leaks. Get a new pressure cap too. Buy car gauge pro or torque app you can setup extra gauges on your phone.

[@myleshansel7950]

Just found you're video's, great find on the truck it's in amazing shape. A few tips since I own 2 7.3's use Mororcraft only fuel and oil filter's, use some type of fuel additive like Diesel Kleen, and Opti-lube has the best lubricity for you're injectors, the PHP Hydra chip is the best bang for you're buck, shift on the fly, completely programmable with you're laptop. I could go on for awhile with all the upgrade's you need, and since you are towing upgrade the transmission cooler with the 6.0L cooler, it;s a direct bolt in except for having to get a adapter because the stock cooler line is 3/8" and the 6.0L cooler is 1/2" line. last tip get the Edge SCT2 monitor you will love it.

[@ballomni]

Change oil every 3000 miles with regular 15-40W rotellaT. I. Have owned one new, give her clean fuel and air, oil it will last forever.

[@mikeohland6938]

I have a 2003 f250 extended and a 1999 f350 regular for snowplowing. best old trucks you can buy. I also have a 2.8 swapped 318ti lol. that I want to supercharge

[@TheBTRGarage]

Nice stable!

[@outspoken5326]

i have a 2000 f250 with the 7.3 and with a 6 speed train. its got 162,123 miles on it. it does laydown the power. and I don't have to use that DEFcrap either.

[@TheBTRGarage]

One reason I stayed with the older truck, no DEF or any of that stuff. Although, I did test drive a 2017 with the 6.7 and damn was it awesome haha.

[@chaseseidenfuss3398]

Nice truck , I have a 2002 7.3 and just rolled 200k which is almost broken in. The biggest thing I would do before adding power in to do a transmission cooler and fan under the truck. You won’t be disappointed.

[@TheBTRGarage]

Nice! I have the new trans cooler as well as a larger pan to install, sitting in the garage. Those should be going in soon, stay tuned for videos! 😁

[@JLCmike4014]

Just bought my 1999 F-350 XLT 2 weeks ago with only 142K on the odometer. No rust on it whatsoever and she rides like a dream. I work on these old girls for a living so it made sense for me to buy one so i can repair anything on them. Simple and easy to maintain, i have no complaints about these trucks.

[@TheBTRGarage]

Great trucks for sure! Congrats on the '99!

[@guitarluv5015]

Suuuper clean

[@andybrooks4070]

If I had little bit more money I would absolutely love to have a 7.3, My dad had an 02 250 with the 5.4, he sold it 2 years ago but Man i just love the body style and and nostalgia it gives me to see one, and to see it in my own driveway possible one day would be so sick

[@freqeist]

How much do you think a 2002 one would go for? Just anestimate

[@iimgbillyrock]

neil brown that depends on a wide variety of things

[@raydornbush]

Nice 7.3 man it sure is clean... On another note I wouldn't get to carried away with power with that particular 7.3 you have unless you redo the bottom end.... forged rods vs. powder metal rods.

[@TheBTRGarage]

Thanks! And good to know. All I have planned is intake and exhaust + tuner to improve towing economy/efficiency. Won't be doing anything like turbo upgrades or the like.

[@Trumptrain2024Vance]

I love it!! I have a 2000 f350 dually crew with 131k miles 7.3 .and its mint.People take really good care of most of these trucks.Trump 2020

[@TheBTRGarage]

Thanks! Sounds like you have a nice truck there as well.

[@loganhanson4516]

Nice truck, my dad had one almost exactly like it when I was growing up. He bought it when it was new, '02 F-250 Lariat 7.3 and now I have my '96 F-250 7.3. Check out Riffraff Diesel for stuff, they make a lot of great parts for these trucks, Rosewood is also a great brand for injectors when you want to step them up. When you do a tuner I strongly recommend a Hydra, you can hold alot of tunes and when you want/need new ones it's way easier than with a TS6 chip or something equivalent.

[@starman9458]

2002 was the last year they made the 7.3’s (T-444 engine)

[@Vincent-rv9il]

Nope mine is a 2003 f250 with a 7.3L, they made a few in 03

[@starman9458]

vincent shoemake I didn’t even know of that.

[@Slim_Slid]

June of 2003 was officially the date that the 7.3L retired...The 7.3L was for 1994-2003 (Not including the 7.3L IDI).2003 was the same year that the 6.0L came out.

[@gabrieljuarez1000]

I have a 2000 Ford F-250 diesel. The truck is 20 years old but it only has 70K miles. It was my dads and when he passed away we never used it. Now that I got my license a couple years ago, I’ve been driving it and it’s just great.

[@gabrieljuarez1000]

Accel Gaming it’s the second best thing he left behind other next to the love he gave us and the hard work he did to put food on our table.

[@TheBTRGarage]

@@gabrieljuarez1000 Also sorry to hear about the loss of your dad ☹ Mine passed away a year and a half ago, I know how tough it is.

[@jacobroyster1791]

PHP Hydra Tuner , cold intake and a 4 inch turbo back exhaust is good for a 7.3

[@sethwoot]

This is what I run ..I keep the hydra at 60hp tow constantly 4 inch exaust 6637 air and with just those I couldnt want more power..super fast gang if torq only used 100 hp tune once..too fast and smokes tires

[@richardromano4086]

Well at about the 4 minute mark your talking about the gas mileage the 7.3 gets for MPG , well diesel use ) none, nada bit of gas they run on Diesel Fuel and then it.s not a turbo charged car it's a TRUCK

[@TheBTRGarage]

Relax

[@esreverboysgaming5591]

My dad has a 2000 f 250 diesel 7.3L v8 powerstroke. Is the my dads truck good?

[@TheBTRGarage]

It's a great truck if taken care of!

[@sendittrucks]

Checknout my 7.3 wont dissapoint

[@jta5616]

Beautiful truck! I have a 2002 Ford Excursion with the 7.3- Legendary motor! Engine mods are endless! Have fun with it

[@TheBTRGarage]

Thanks man! I have a friend with the Excursion 7.3L as well, very cool! Check out my other videos for the upgrades :) (some still being edited).

[@operationhotshotinc.6887]

Really? I’m getting one this month. 2001 f250 lariat. What’s the first thing you would suggest to get better fuel mileage ?

[@iviaverick52]

I just towed a 13k lb 5th wheel from Loveland, CO to New Hampshire in my 01 powerstroke. Averaged about 11 mpg. Sounded terrible to me, but in comparison to gas engines it's actually not bad.

[@TheBTRGarage]

Sounds pretty good to me, that is a huge load!

[@ej7431]

Really quiet for at 7.3

[@TheBTRGarage]

All bone stock at this time of the video 👍

[@MrPowderEater]

Do the hydra chip I've had them all hydra is the best tunner

[@lbj808]

Wow!!..cleanest 7.3 I’ve seen!!..mines is not close to being that clean...👍🏽🤙🏽

[@TheBTRGarage]

Thanks! Couldn't believe I found it, had a couple minor issues but nothing major, overall awesome truck.

[@bigcee1968]

A better air intake, a free flowing TURBO back exhaust, and a good tuner is all you need for that truck. Perfect tow rig setup.

[@TheBTRGarage]

Very true! That is exactly what I did, check out my other Powerstroke videos 😁

[@chupapi1283]

Is true than maintenance is to expensive for that truck?

[@TheBTRGarage]

It's a 19 year old truck at this point, but I don't think it is overly expensive to maintain. Some of the big jobs (like injectors) will not be cheap, but that kind of work with last another 80k+ miles, give or take. Your typical oil change will be more expensive than a car, just because of the sheer amount of oil it takes to fill these things up.

[@chupapi1283]

@@TheBTRGarage k thanks

[@thesurplusfirearm2374]

Nice looking truck!! My parents have an 2004 7.3 with about 175k miles. They always tow a horse trailer and seem to get about 14-15 while towing. 17 is about average with no load. I absolutely love driving that thing when I get a chance

[@TheBTRGarage]

Thanks! I think the 2004 switched to the 6.0L diesel engine, bigger turbo and more power but mostly the same I think. They are indeed awesome trucks!

[@thesurplusfirearm2374]

I stand corrected, you are correct. I called my parents after I read your comment. It is a 2003 f350 and not a 2004 as I had thought.

[@fordf150nation4]

@@TheBTRGarage yes your correct the 7.3 was produced in 2003 but were discontinued half way though for the turd 6.0

[@chrisholland2348]

I've got a 03 with the 7.3 only has 85.000 i haven't seen one with under 100 in years

[@freqeist]

Picking up one in E gla d 35k on the clock for 11k pounds sterling Does that sound acceptable? Bear in. Mind UK in general dont like big engines

[@saqui2323]

When driving a diesel truck, it feels weird saying “I’m low on diesel” bc I’m used to saying “I’m low on gas”

[@TheBTRGarage]

I think a lot of us just use "gas" as a general term for "fuel", not specifically gasoline. I know I have...I also don't say "hit the diesel pedal" to accelerate, because that also feels weird 😆

[@freqeist]

Ok a question Mine has hooklift on it which would be of pretty much no use to me So, would it be feesable to put a pick up bed on it Or not worth bothering?

[@project_rc]

I got my dads old F350 2003 6.0L, I drive it to school and have a couple questions for you @BTR Justin... I am curious where you got those floor mats, not looking to spend a lot on Weather Tech mats and my dads old ones were never made for the truck. I was also curious about your thoughts on the F350 6.0L. I've heard it could possibly be the worst truck Ford has made and my dad has poured in lots of money over the years to fix problems, but overall its great truck. I have the same color as you with a Cattle Guard and Headache rack.

[@TheBTRGarage]

Nice truck! The floor mats are Husky liners, great mats and not expensive at all! ► Ford F250/F350 Husky floor liners front : amzn.to/3lLQtyb ► Ford F250/F350 Husky floor liner rear : amzn.to/3lP47Rg I've heard a lot of good and a lot of bad about the 6.0. The consensus seems to be that if you "bullet proof" them with general maintenance updates, they are rock solid. Otherwise it is hit and miss. A friend of mine has a dually 6.0 that is bone stock and he never has problems, others just seem to have problem after problem.

[@project_rc]

@@TheBTRGarage Cool cool. Thanks for the quick reply with a solid answer! Your a beast. 😈

[@AustenARW]

That looks like a really clean truck. Nice find. It looks like you're in a warm climate such as Cali so I'll bet zero rust either.

[@atx-cvpi_99]

And Texas

[@Mach5flyer1]

I love seeing good 7.3L video so a great intake napa6637 no reason to spend a ton of money on an intake and tuner you have to get the hydra itll download any tune from different companies and 4 or 5in exhuast straight pipe it haha. But i agree the aftermarket world for these trucks is eness im pushing 296k miles on my 7.3L if you have any question feel free to ask.

[@TheBTRGarage]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video! I already have a few upgrades lined up and the videos are coming soon!

[@dieselsforlife3847]

Love how your first start up, trans temp is at around normal, but engine temp is at cold. Just saying! For all of you out there that may read this. Use cheap atf, as fuel additive. Replace engine oil as much as you can afford. As well as all filters. Will last over 1 million miles.

[@TheBTRGarage]

What's the takeaway there? I had probably been driving it before the start up and trans still had some heat in it. Thanks for the other tip.

[@dieselsforlife3847]

Was just stating the obvious LOL. Usually trans and engine cool down about the same. Depending on weather. Could be trans temp gage not up to snuff.

[@threewillis]

I was instructed not to start the 7.3 engine before the glow plug light goes out, it preheats the engine, it's the curly pigtail idiot light on the cluster. I noticed from watching the video you just started it right up.

[@TheBTRGarage]

Yea, you are absolutely correct. As mentioned in other comments, I accidentally started it before the WTS (wait to start) light went out. It does no harm in the hot weather since the engine is already warm.

[@dsruddell]

You don't need to wait for glow plugs unless it's around freezing. Someone modified a glow plug controller with a hot water heater sensor. If the engine was hot enough to trip it the glow plugs stay shut off

[@shawnsundeen4245]

Truck looks great!! Do you have a video on how you are able to clean the engine bay so good? Thanks!

[@TheBTRGarage]

Thanks! I do not have a video of engine bay cleaning just yet, but might do one some day.

[@goodsuckgoodluck7486]

I’m dying to buy one rn and it has 288k

[@TheBTRGarage]

If they are well maintained these things can go a long way.

[@crawdad8497]

This man just called a power stroke a “turbo charged car”...

[@TheBTRGarage]

I did! 🤣 First truck video in a long time and you sometimes brainfart the details when recording...

[@crawdad8497]

BTR Justin Wont pin it against you, just had to be said 😂

[@wendycity99]

Now you're talking, great rig

[@bpeterson6505]

Can I fit a 7.3 L into an ‘87 F350 van...I’m going to be converting a senior citizen hauler into a vacation travel rig. I’m hoping to find a diesel motor to replace the 460...any suggestions would greatly appreciated.

[@idonoevil]

What sort of mpgs are you seeing, both towing and not?

[@TheBTRGarage]

10-11mpg towing a 22ft enclosed trailer with 8k load. 15-16 unloaded is about best I've seen.

[@radchef349]

Neighbours selling his 02 350 for 10k at 260km should I follow through?

[@TheBTRGarage]

Sounds like a decent price but would always depend on the condition and state of maintenance.

[@ayorocka1950]

My truck, a year older cost 22 grand. Bought it last year. Love it!!!

[@freqeist]

Not F450?

[@arizonadirt3622]

VERY COOL! I love my 99 7.3L!

[@locallandscapinglawncarel.6328]

If you don't mind asking, how much did you paid for that truck? I'm fixing to get me a 02 250 7.3 with 150,000mi for $5000. Just wondering if that's a good price to pay for. The truck its interior and looks great from outside too.

[@TheBTRGarage]

That sounds like a steal, and makes me wonder if it is legit. Mine was $15.5k, and that was a good price for around here.

[@locallandscapinglawncarel.6328]

@@TheBTRGarage I just bought it!! 5000 cash but I decided to finance it for 7200

[@jacoe33333]

Sell it to me please. 😊

[@cruzmascorro537]

Where did you find this gem?

[@TheBTRGarage]

A craigslist find north of Denver about an hour away. I had been searching for weeks with no luck, then this just popped up the day I nearly bought a '17 6.7 F250. I was very happy to save a ton of money haha.

[@cruzmascorro537]

@@TheBTRGarage Lucky son of a gun. The transmission is the weakest link to this truck and you will need a big transmission cooler. Look up Powerstrokehelp video's he knows a guy who can beef up your transmission. Good Luck more videos on 7.3 stuff and truck upgrades.

[@TheBTRGarage]

Thanks! I still can't believe I found it either. I do have the 6.0 trans cooler upgrade sitting in the shed waiting to go in. I will install here soon before race reason starts up and I am towing a lot. (also have the trans temp gauge installed alteady).

[@sethwoot]

That thing is clean..makes mine look filthy..wait all of make mine look filthy cause I dont clean it :(

[@danielmeyer4515]

7.3 are an extreamly reliable truck but be careful when modifieing 2000 to 2004 had a weak bottem end and can only hold up to 500 hp. My dad had a 04 model and that was at 750 hp with the stock internels and yeah that didn't end well the whole block split into 4 pieces and fell out the bottem of the truck so when he rebuilt it he put a 99 botem end and engine block on it with stronger internals and it's been running at 850 hp for 8 years now and still running good. We soldil it 5 years ago and it's been nothing but abused for 5 years and still runs. Be careful of the trans to they seem to be weak they need to be built to Handel anymore than 500 hp

[@TheBTRGarage]

Thanks for the tips! I am not doing any "real" power mods, mostly efficiency upgrades for towing. I also added an upgraded transmission oil cooler, check my other 7.3 videos!

[@chopperz127]

What is a brz?

[@TheBTRGarage]

Subaru BRZ, a small 2 door car. One of my (now old) race cars.

[@tacticalidiot175]

I love these trucks! I will never forget my dad's old 2000 F-250... so much time spend towing trailers and blasting music in that thing. 350k miles, never needed repairs. What a beast!

[@kellogr2788]

Ik a guy who has one of these only that he's front hood paint is clearing off

[@MayhemGarageMS]

Hey man tou should get a boost fooler its only 40.00

[@chupapi1283]

How much did you pay for it ?

[@TheBTRGarage]

$15,500. Which was almost 3 years ago now.

[@Localtruthspeaker]

Hey I just found your video. I’m excited to join the 7.3 ps world. I just bought a 99 crew cab dually with the 7.3. The truck is flawless in condition. It came from Texas and was imported into Canada so no rust. Paid 13250 Canadian which is about 9275.00 in U S funds. Only down side is it’s a days drive to go get it. But it will be worth it.

[@za-jm8wf]

Where are the videos on the gauges and tuner

[@Eric-wu8mq]

Attainable dream truck

[@mitchellfay5725]

If you dont mind, what did you pay for it?

[@TheBTRGarage]

I paid $15.5k for it.

[@thewirerabbit]

Justin! Don't you love that truck? I purchased a 2002 just last year and it has transformed me into a wrench junky. I did little more than change oil in my vehicles prior to this. Now I've already had the turbo out and replaced seals, o rings etc. What a rush. Rock on.

[@TheBTRGarage]

Awesome! They are fun to wrench on for sure and for me having worked on cars for years, it is cool to learn something new with the diesel trucks.

[@uelitonv.cpaulino9797]

Engine sound Scania

[@joshuashuman5623]

the smile at 4:07 says it all

[@rednecktim3275]

Turbo charged truck*, you should get a 3rd gen Cummins

[@TheBTRGarage]

Oops, did I say car or something? I was actually shopping the mega-cab Dodge's with the Cummins but they were much more expensive and almost as rare as the 7.3L where I live. I will definitely be looking at them again whenever I upgrade from this truck.

[@rednecktim3275]

@@TheBTRGarage Yeah that is true but Cummins last way longer

[@bigcee1968]

I love my 02 f250. Best truck ever!!!

[@TheBTRGarage]

They really are great!

[@zacharysoutdoorchannel337]

he kept saying he was going to use less gas well you probably are since it's a diesel

[@lass-inangeles7564]

You gave us no specs or metrics such as mpg, how fast it can go, how much it can tow, nothing. Just raving about your new toy. So much left out.

[@solen1849]

Do not tune these trucks, you will burn it up and it wont last as long

[@slomango7927]

solen 1 not true at all if you take care of it.....

[@caterpillar6nz310]

in stock the 7.3 performance is ordinary......just put a ts chip or hydra, 6637 napa air filter some fuel bowl mod and this engine is another animal.....better fuel economy i too