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As I can't really afford a new truck, I am considering buying a used '96 0r 97, F250. with a diesel engine. Unfortunately, I am not that familiar with diesel engines, and am wondering if someone could assist me in whether it is worthwhile to purchase a diesel, rather than gas engine. I have been warned about the high cost of maintenance, and problems with "cavitation" in the Ford diesel.
If these questions have been answered previously please accept my apologies. I just want to spend my money wisely. Are there any other links that may be of help.
Thanks for everyones time.
Ray
If these questions have been answered previously please accept my apologies. I just want to spend my money wisely. Are there any other links that may be of help.
Thanks for everyones time.
Ray
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From: Fast46TritonVille
go to http://www.ford-diesel.com/cgi-bin/Ultimate.cgi then 1994-1997 Powerstrokes. I know of some people with the powerstroke, and they say its a very good diesel. WAY better than dodge or chevy.
They get good mileage, pull alot, can upgrade pretty good because of the turbo, like 90-120hp and 150-200lb-ft torque of the Banks Power Kit. They are worth it, if ya like pulling, the sound, the smell, and plugging them in a electrical outlet in the winter to keep the oil good.
It all depends on what you want. Pulling power or no speed. Ok pulling power, and alot of speed.
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1999 Ford F150 XLT 4x2, Cloth Seats, Amazon green, 16" All season tires, Soft Tonneau Cover, CD Player, 4.6 liter Triton V8, 3:55 ls, towing package, 4 speed auto, K&N Airfilter, soon Superchip and K&N GEN II.
Fast46Triton
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They get good mileage, pull alot, can upgrade pretty good because of the turbo, like 90-120hp and 150-200lb-ft torque of the Banks Power Kit. They are worth it, if ya like pulling, the sound, the smell, and plugging them in a electrical outlet in the winter to keep the oil good.
It all depends on what you want. Pulling power or no speed. Ok pulling power, and alot of speed.
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1999 Ford F150 XLT 4x2, Cloth Seats, Amazon green, 16" All season tires, Soft Tonneau Cover, CD Player, 4.6 liter Triton V8, 3:55 ls, towing package, 4 speed auto, K&N Airfilter, soon Superchip and K&N GEN II.
Fast46Triton
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From: Fast46TritonVille
No problem. Thats what me, and everyone at f150online is here for.
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1999 Ford F150 XLT 4x2, Cloth Seats, Amazon green, 16" All season tires, Soft Tonneau Cover, CD Player, 4.6 liter Triton V8, 3:55 ls, towing package, 4 speed auto, K&N Airfilter, soon Superchip and K&N GEN II.
Fast46Triton
The Terminator!
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1999 Ford F150 XLT 4x2, Cloth Seats, Amazon green, 16" All season tires, Soft Tonneau Cover, CD Player, 4.6 liter Triton V8, 3:55 ls, towing package, 4 speed auto, K&N Airfilter, soon Superchip and K&N GEN II.
Fast46Triton
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