I am looking at purchasing a 1986 F250 XLT, long bed, Diesel and wanted to know what engine power specs were for the 6.9 l Diesel what transmission it might have as well as towing capacity. Any info would be appreciated.

 

My father had a 6.9 in an 86 F350 4x4. Sold it to a kid this year to start his plowing business. It had a C-6 auto that was indestructable. The truck itself was very reliable and tough. Only one draw back. It had no power. I mean none at all. It was actually a hazard to drive. It could barely get through an intersection before the light changed. Once moving, it was OK, unless you hit a big hill. But keep in mind that this truck was severely abusesd and had several drivers. It was a company vehicle, so we towed and plowed and hauled a bunch of equipment with it. The things we did to that truck were just mean. I remember pull starting a loaded Mack withthat truck!

For the first 5 years my father drove it as his personal truck. He always hated Fords, so I think it took a lot of abuse from him just because he hated the blue oval on the front. But it took it well, and still drives today.

 

commuter,
You may want to head over to www.dieselstop.com Used to be ford-diesel.com before Big (blue) Brother sicked the lawyers on them.