Havent been on this site in a couple years, since i sold my 7.3.. (hell i cant even upload pictures the way i used too) Messed around with an EcoBoost for a year or two but i wanted to get a diesel again, so this 2003 6.0 CCSB 4x4 Lariat found its way in my driveway.
I looked it over, no leaks, checked the temps and it seemed to run well on the test drive. Pulled the trigger. Having a 7.3 in the past, ive always heard of the "Common" 6.0 Issues. Tried to educate myself on this site as much as i could prior to making the purchase. Got a good deal. Drove it 350 miles back to san diego with no issues, yet..
The truck came with a K&N CAI (which will be replaced) an unkown 4" turbo back exhaust, and a Triple Dog Bully Tuner. PO stuffed 35s on stock suspension.. Ive heard a lot about the K&N filters being trash, and was happy with my AFE Stage II on my 7.3 so i will most likely go down that route. As far as the Bullydog tuner, what are you opinions on these? Truck is definitely quick, but i dont want to trash it right off the back.
Truck ran great on the way home, and did not have any issues. Actually got way better gas mileage than my Ecoboost... When i got it home i continued my inspection of the vehicle, and to my demise completely failed to check my Degas bottle prior to purchase. It was bone dry... No bad EOT/ECT temps, and delta seemed to be with the 15 degree range.. I dont have guages so thats only using the dash cluster as judgment.. I filled up it yesterday with Gold, and today its down a full 3/4". Any recommendations and how to check if this is EGR? I get no white smoke, a lot of black actually, and truck seems to run correctly..
Any input is greatly appreciated, i plan to continue to showcase my build on this thread as well. Not only do i have some drivetrain upgrades coming (probably whether i like it or not) but have some plans for the exterior as well.
I looked it over, no leaks, checked the temps and it seemed to run well on the test drive. Pulled the trigger. Having a 7.3 in the past, ive always heard of the "Common" 6.0 Issues. Tried to educate myself on this site as much as i could prior to making the purchase. Got a good deal. Drove it 350 miles back to san diego with no issues, yet..
The truck came with a K&N CAI (which will be replaced) an unkown 4" turbo back exhaust, and a Triple Dog Bully Tuner. PO stuffed 35s on stock suspension.. Ive heard a lot about the K&N filters being trash, and was happy with my AFE Stage II on my 7.3 so i will most likely go down that route. As far as the Bullydog tuner, what are you opinions on these? Truck is definitely quick, but i dont want to trash it right off the back.
Truck ran great on the way home, and did not have any issues. Actually got way better gas mileage than my Ecoboost... When i got it home i continued my inspection of the vehicle, and to my demise completely failed to check my Degas bottle prior to purchase. It was bone dry... No bad EOT/ECT temps, and delta seemed to be with the 15 degree range.. I dont have guages so thats only using the dash cluster as judgment.. I filled up it yesterday with Gold, and today its down a full 3/4". Any recommendations and how to check if this is EGR? I get no white smoke, a lot of black actually, and truck seems to run correctly..
Any input is greatly appreciated, i plan to continue to showcase my build on this thread as well. Not only do i have some drivetrain upgrades coming (probably whether i like it or not) but have some plans for the exterior as well.