Im about to go buy a 7.3 2000 F250, What should I look for?

[Yougotthehit]

What are some of the common things that are wrong with these that I should check>?

[Matt P]

What year 7.3 is it?

[oldspice]

Check out this link:

What to look for when buying a USED 99-03 PSD

[Mr. Jimmy]

Add to the list: Check for excessive blowby by removing the oil cap while engine is running and warm. I would look at a few PSD's to get an idea of what you should be seeing. Check for broken exhaust manifold bolts at rear of manifolds which would indicate previous high EGT's. Check for chipped or dusted turbo blades by removing duct at turbo, do this especially if the truck has an aftermarket filter such as a K&N or an abused filter. Check for worn balljoints by jacking up one side of front axle about 2 inches of ground, place a long prybar under tire and lift up on truck while watching balljoint play. A PSD can set you back a few bucks if you select the wrong one so take your time and make a wise decision. I looked at 10 used 1999-2003 trucks with around 100K on them before I felt comfortable with the 2000 I purchased. You can find some good deals on these due to the fuel prices.

[Phiber Optik]

pay attention to how the transmission shifts if it's an auto, sluggish shifts or shifting up and down all the time are signs of a worn transmission

[scheidt27]

How much you spending? The one in my signature is for sale and ready to party. PM me if interested and for updated price

[The_rook]

I just bought a 2000 F350 XLT crew cab LB PSD. 100k all the maintance records were included. These truck can be had for a steal. I got mine for $8800.00. The drivetrain was 100% stock w/ aftermarket wheels.

[scheidt27]

good work...

[The_rook]

I wish it was a 4x4 .... With fuel prices coming down the market will pick up again.