Posted 2010-02-03 6:15 PM (#116111) Subject: Ford V 10 Engine
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Hubby and I were discussing options for a back up truck. My 96 is on her last leg so we were considering maybe late spring/early summer getting a 350 srw v 10 Ford, early 2000's year. This way we don't have to worry if our duramax breaks down, again, we will still be able to trailer if needed. I saw some 7.3 diesels but I truely don't want to deal with two of them right now. Is the v 10 a good motor?
Posted 2010-02-03 6:37 PM (#116112 - in reply to #116111) Subject: RE: Ford V 10 Engine
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It's a good motor with a modern over head cam design. It makes good power, has quite a bit of torque and has been quite reliable. It's less expensive to purchase and maintain than a diesel. It's also a better motor if the truck is your only vehicle, and it's used for running around with frequent starting and stopping.
Posted 2010-02-04 12:09 AM (#116127 - in reply to #116111) Subject: RE: Ford V 10 Engine
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As I've posted before, We have an 01' F350 CC SB SRW V10 that we bought new. We have been very happy with it. We use it as a combo puller/family vehicle. MPG up to 17 empty @ 65 mph. Drops to 9-10 when pulling 3H 10' SW LQ. Had to buy a long box because new trailer is 8' wide, but kept the 01' as a back up and also because my wife likes it so much. We don't own a car, only trucks and that's the way we like it. Plenty of power, you just have to remember that it takes RPM's to get that power.
Posted 2010-02-04 6:08 AM (#116130 - in reply to #116111) Subject: RE: Ford V 10 Engine
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Originally written by Gone on 2010-02-03 6:15 PM
Hubby and I were discussing options for a back up truck. My 96 is on her last leg so we were considering maybe late spring/early summer getting a 350 srw v 10 Ford, early 2000's year. This way we don't have to worry if our duramax breaks down, again, we will still be able to trailer if needed. I saw some 7.3 diesels but I truely don't want to deal with two of them right now. Is the v 10 a good motor?
I researched them quite a bit and almost bought one. The only downside to it is the fuel economy when loaded. If you can find one for sale used it's usually a great price. Otherwise, it's powerful, reliable, inexpensive to maintain, etc.
Posted 2010-02-04 7:22 AM (#116132 - in reply to #116111) Subject: RE: Ford V 10 Engine
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Good reliable engine. You can probably do most of the normal maintainence yourself without too many problems. A lot less expensive than a cummins, powerstroke, or duramax. You should be able to pass anything on the road when towning, except maybe the gas station.
Posted 2010-02-04 9:58 AM (#116140 - in reply to #116111) Subject: RE: Ford V 10 Engine
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I have a 06 F350 SRW with a V10 and a 4.30 rear axle ratio. I love the truck it has plenty of power to tow my LQ trailer. The truck is actually rated to tow 16,500 lbs which is more than the same truck could tow with a diesel. I have had no issues with the motor so far it has not needed anything except for the regular maintenance stuff. So yes I would highly recommend it.
Posted 2010-02-04 10:02 AM (#116141 - in reply to #116111) Subject: RE: Ford V 10 Engine
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Thanks everyone for the input.....It is reassuring. I just ripped off the tailgate on my 96 truck. Poor girl is falling apart. She never was very good on gas so I doubt I'll be surprised with a V10.
Hubby looked into doing the gasket repairs himself (when the other one goes or the same one goes again) which helps a ton on costs. I was quoted $5600.00 after warranty at a dealership. Crazy...
Posted 2010-02-04 1:19 PM (#116146 - in reply to #116141) Subject: RE: Ford V 10 Engine
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Originally written by Gone on 2010-02-04 10:02 AM
THubby looked into doing the gasket repairs himself (when the other one goes or the same one goes again) which helps a ton on costs. I was quoted $5600.00 after warranty at a dealership. Crazy...
I noticed in the other thread they are going with the ARP studs...do they have sell 1/2 a kit? Enough for one head only?
You need to speak to the dealer about doing the other head gasket at the same time. I mean at that point in time the additional parts/labor won't be very much and you'll have the satisfaction of having the work done by the dealer.
Posted 2010-02-05 5:56 AM (#116163 - in reply to #116111) Subject: RE: Ford V 10 Engine
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The ARP studs come in a full kit. If my husband has any issues with repairs he knows a good diesel mechanic. If that V 10 pulls up hills etc. like the Duramax and doesn't have any major tranny problems, that will be the route for us. Honestly, what am I gaining with a diesel?
Posted 2010-02-05 8:06 AM (#116166 - in reply to #116163) Subject: RE: Ford V 10 Engine
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Originally written by Gone on 2010-02-05 6:56 AM
The ARP studs come in a full kit. If my husband has any issues with repairs he knows a good diesel mechanic. If that V 10 pulls up hills etc. like the Duramax and doesn't have any major tranny problems, that will be the route for us. Honestly, what am I gaining with a diesel? GM needs to build more dependable vehicles.
That V-10 may pull OK, but it's not going to pull like a Duramax, Cummins or Powerstroke. Anyway, Do you know what your truck had been subjected to before you bought it? (fuel boxex, performance chips, etc. Don't see or hear of many problems with them unless they've been abused.... Ever wonder why it was traded in on something else? GM builds a dependable vehicle. I got a 2001 8.1/Allison dually with 85000 miles, that lives under our 6 horses head to head trailer..... I keep it serviced with Mobil synthetic products and the only repair that's been made is.... Replace a missing exhaust manifold bolt, that's it.
Oh, the early V-10 Fords were known to blow a spark plug out now and then. Some folks would strip the spark plug hole when changing plugs. The 2004 models had more thread material and they had the new 3 valve cylinder head (2 intake, 1 exhaust). They made a little more power and could breath a little better. I would look for a 2004 or newer Ford V-10.
Posted 2010-02-05 8:14 AM (#116167 - in reply to #116163) Subject: RE: Ford V 10 Engine
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Originally written by Gone on 2010-02-05 5:56 AM
GM needs to build more dependable vehicles.
You need to come to grips with the real possibility that your D-Max had some serious hot-rodding done to it before you bought.
The damage that has been done is not the fault if GM. In fact, if the PCM is anything like the newer Fords, they dealer can tell if there has been an aftermarket electronic power enhancement....and they could then void the power-train warranty. It's been done many times by Ford. I assume GM has as well.
So the moral of the story is this, if you can talk the dealer into doing the other head, at the same time..he's most likely doing you a huge favor, even though he's gonna charge some for the service.
But it's your ride...you're free to do want ever you want.
Posted 2010-02-05 12:42 PM (#116176 - in reply to #116111) Subject: RE: Ford V 10 Engine
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When we looked it over it didn't look rodded but ya' never know.....The V10 is replacing my 96 so we wouldn't be trailering with it on a regular basis. It sounds like it can do the job if the diesel has issues. I just don't want to get stuck without a truck if there is a ride to go on.
I'm not paying the dealership. Sorry, but it is rediculous what they charge. We are fortunate to have a diesel mechanic on hand if we have any issues. The warranty is almost over. I'm going to play it by ear with the other gasket. It goes, it goes. It'll get fixed when it breaks.
Posted 2010-02-05 2:33 PM (#116182 - in reply to #116176) Subject: RE: Ford V 10 Engine
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Originally written by Gone on 2010-02-05 1:42 PM
When we looked it over it didn't look rodded but ya' never know.....The V10 is replacing my 96 so we wouldn't be trailering with it on a regular basis. It sounds like it can do the job if the diesel has issues. I just don't want to get stuck without a truck if there is a ride to go on.
I'm not paying the dealership. Sorry, but it is rediculous what they charge. We are fortunate to have a diesel mechanic on hand if we have any issues. The warranty is almost over. I'm going to play it by ear with the other gasket. It goes, it goes. It'll get fixed when it breaks.
Just be glad you don't have to take it to the Mercedes Benz dealership... $125.00 per hour labor rate.... 5.8 hours to replace a rear differential gasket on a SL500. I was told that there is no part number for the "rear differential" cover gasket. The dealer now uses only RTV silicone. $725.00 for labor plus whatever a tube of RTV sealer cost!!! WOW!!!
Posted 2010-02-05 6:21 PM (#116187 - in reply to #116176) Subject: RE: Ford V 10 Engine
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Originally written by Gone on 2010-02-05 12:42 PM
When we looked it over it didn't look rodded but ya' never know.....
I'm not paying the dealership. Sorry, but it is rediculous what they charge. We are fortunate to have a diesel mechanic on hand if we have any issues. The warranty is almost over. I'm going to play it by ear with the other gasket. It goes, it goes. It'll get fixed when it breaks.
I don't know if it was rodded nor does anyone else. It doesn't have any after market items either...
So you haven't even taken it to a dealer to see if they will honor the warranty?
FYI....Nothing needs to "look" rodded for someone to haven't install an aftermarket performance computer software....or chip, or black box.
Posted 2010-02-05 6:41 PM (#116189 - in reply to #116111) Subject: RE: Ford V 10 Engine
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It's at the dealer now.........They are honoring the remainder of the warranty which expires in April. If or when it happens again, we will take care of it ourselves.
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