Keep Your Diesel For The Long Haul - Inside Perspective

The simple truth is that with today’s easy-horsepower, common-rail trucks, it’s easy to fall behind—and it’s time to either pull the trigger or retire my 1997 F-350.Ten years ago, 500 hp was a big deal. Today, it’s par for the course. That’s why I’ve been on a “keepin’ up with the Joneses” train of thought lately. Not to trade up to a newer vehicle in order to elevate my social status, but to juice up the reliable workhorse already parked in my stable. The simple truth is that with today’s easy-horsepower, common-rail trucks, it’s easy to fall behind—and it’s time to either pull the trigger or retire my ’97 F-350. Starting on page 136, you’ll see the first leg of my attempt at keeping an aging 7.3L a step ahead of the game. Whether your truck gets treated to added performance, improved cosmetics, or extra versatility, I hope you plan to keep yours for the long haul, too.

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