Edmunds dealer partner, Bayway Leasing, is now offering transparent lease deals via these forums. Click here to see the latest vehicles!
What about the '04 F250?
bama_swampfox
Member Posts: 2
All the talk is about the new '04 F150 but what
about the '04 F250? Ford has released pictures of the Harley/F250 but the only difference I can
tell is paint and wheels. Does anyone have info on what the changes will be for the '04 F250? I
want to buy one with the 6.0 diesel and am trying
to decide whether to wait or, make a deal now on
an '03. Any help appreciated!
about the '04 F250? Ford has released pictures of the Harley/F250 but the only difference I can
tell is paint and wheels. Does anyone have info on what the changes will be for the '04 F250? I
want to buy one with the 6.0 diesel and am trying
to decide whether to wait or, make a deal now on
an '03. Any help appreciated!
Tagged:
0
This discussion has been closed.
Comments
Gassers get a heated PCV valve to reduce freezing, and heavier alternators. Lariats get a wireless door lock keypad. The rear doors on Crew Cabs open 6 degrees wider. Crew Cabs also get folding rear seats for improved rear storage. Front ends get a bigger blocker beam to prevent truck from riding over Hondas and Toyotas ;-)
Sounds like Diesels will be improved and may be worth waiting for. Yet I was at dealership last week and they had a slew of Superdutys on the lot, so I am sure they've got a good incentive to deal. It's up to you.
kirstie_h
Roving Host & Future Vehicles Host
MODERATOR /ADMINISTRATOR
Need help navigating? kirstie_h@edmunds.com - or send a private message by clicking on my name.
Share your vehicle reviews
kirstie_h
Roving Host & Future Vehicles Host
MODERATOR /ADMINISTRATOR
Need help navigating? kirstie_h@edmunds.com - or send a private message by clicking on my name.
Share your vehicle reviews
If budget is no problem, I'd wait. However, if you are like me and budget is a BIG problem, then look at an '02 7.3. Lots of bugs were worked out of the 7.3 by that time. I'm seeing '01 and '02's in the low 20's around here. I don't know the mileage on these units though.
rodw5: I haven't test driven a 6.0 yet. I've been afraid to as that is how I eventually ended up with my '99. I'd say the difference is in the programming and/or Ford may have altered the TPS on the accelerator to give it a little more "umph" off the line. A fellow in my office suite has an '03 6.0 and he has commented my 7.3 seems stronger just off idle than his. I also have noticed his "sounds" as if it is operating at a higher rpm than mine.
3.73:1, or 4:10:1 axle ratio?
Reg Cab, Short Bed, 2x4, w/ 3.73 will get several mpgs better than Crew Cab, Long Bed 4x4, w/ 4:10 rear end.
I have a V10, so I recuse myself from estimates, but just wanted to help narrow it down.