Ford 2003 6.0 diesel ???

[CycloneFE]

I purchased a 2005 a year ago Christmas (F-350) with the 6.0. I am loving it more daily. I had only one issue so far with the high pressure oil that goes to the injectors, but warranty covered it. I have gotten 16-17mpg with the 3:73 gearing (4X4), on the highway and less than 15 intown. I have not pulled enough to give any thing there.

The 2005 had some changes in the chassis that made the ride a little better. I also suggest that you only get the one that has the 5 speed automatic at a minimum. It gives a better first gear for towing when starting out. My local dealer suggests that more frequent oil changes including filters really help the 6.0, and especially pay attention to the fuel filters. I have switched to a local fuel station that is seeming to produce more consistent results.

My previous owner had all records and was very meticulous with the oil changes and I weighed that into my purchase decision. Now I need a 28 footer for the car and I am ready for 11,500 towing capacity, legally.

[john bertges]

fed 387 i work for ford and have done a lot of work on these 6.0l diesels if you want a 6.0l buy a 2005 -2007 or a 2009-2010 6.4 less problems with these truck alot of the problem are e-250-e450 ,construction or land scape trucks they never take car of them or idle them to long

6.0l change engine oil every 3k ,air filter at 50k or if filter minder is at 1/2 way and fuel filter every 15k and trans fluid every 30k with inline filter change coolant every 45k with checking with test strips every 15k

6.4l oil every 5k everything else same as 6.0l

i own a 2002 f350 with a 7.3 which i run on 75% used trans fluid 7.3l are getting hard to find if you want any other info you can call me at 631-327-8067 my cell

[treessavoy]

2003 Dodge Cummins.....18 mpg around town/ 21.5 empty on the highway.

I've had the Ford and the problems and this is my second Cummins and I wouldn't tow with anything else.

If you look at the diesel PU's towing the biggest loads on the highways you'll see a bunch of Dodges.

JimR

[art leong]

Originally Posted by treessavoy

2003 Dodge Cummins.....18 mpg around town/ 21.5 empty on the highway.

I've had the Ford and the problems and this is my second Cummins and I wouldn't tow with anything else.

If you look at the diesel PU's towing the biggest loads on the highways you'll see a bunch of Dodges.

JimR

Jim getting up to speed is only half the problem. It's stopping that can get real important
My total weight is 33,000 pounds and I wouldn't want a 350 or 3500 trying to stop it in an emergency.

[Mike Savelle]

Had a friend call today about his 6.0 diesel ford . He said he has oil coming out of the rad overflow. Any of you Ford guys know what it could be ? Mike

[gmonde]

injector cup on the head ,,must have got hot gmonde

[Johnny U]

Mike the oil cooler is gone. Common problem.