7.3 or 6.0
 

I registered on this site a little over a year ago with plans on buying a Powerstroke SRW. Life happened and I didn't get it. I am looking again and can't decide between an older, 2002-03 7.3, or a newer, 2005-06 6.0. I like the cummins engine but the Ford is more comfortable for the family as the mega cab won't fit in my garage. I have read good and bad about both but not any real opinions from owners. Here's what it will be used for....

16ft. car hauler
14ft. trailer w/ skid loader
possible 34-36 ft. camper
Definitely an SCT tuner

Thanks.

7.3s are work horses....never had a 6.0 but have heard both sides of the story some guys have to do everything by 100k...others hit 200k and barely touch it and love it

i have heard nothing but bad about the 6.0. My berighbor has a 05 6.0 and has replaced 3 turbos and had fuel issues. My boss at work bought a 06, 6.0 and traded it in for a 97 7.3, becuase the truck was in the shop more then driven. Before i bought my 5.9 cummins i did alot of research, i've always been a ford guy. i wanted something newer and reliable so i went with 6spd 5.9 cummins. My dad has a 01 7.3 and hasnt had any problems at all except wear and tear. So if i were you and wanted a ford diesel 03 or older 7.3. Good luck

Its up to you... With a EGR delete and a set of head studs the 6.0's are good to around 450-500 hp with just a tuner...

7.3 with a intake, exhaust, chip will max out at about 300-320hp...

I have well over a million miles in the 7.3 and other then HP faliures its never let me down.

I own a cummins but I have worked on, and know guys that own 7.3's and 6.0's and if was in the market for a ford it sure as heck wouldnt be a 6.0 :td: but thats just my opinion.

6.0's are good...if you do an EGR delete, SCT tuner and a set of ARP headstuds....every truck is different though. The 7.3's are definently work horses but get crappy mpg...great for towing though. If you do get a 6.0 you'll have to put some more $ into it to get it to not break down so much and run better.

my 7.3 has gotten 22.5 mpg:rocking:

LOL... ok...

22.5
Id be happy to hit 16

Thanks for the info, and opinions. I'm fairly mechanical, can I do the studs, or do I need to have the cab off. I know there is very little space to work on the 6.0. It sounds like I will be looking at the 6.0, I know I am going to want the HP. I also like the factory upfitter switches and trailer brake control; forgot to mention a plow and salter.


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If there is a limit on the HP for the 7.3, does that mean the TQ is limited too?