Curious...7.3L Godzilla Motor???

[kylant]

the problem with the 7.3 godzilla is the lifter issue. Ford has not fixed it yet. If it weren't for that, i would still have one. I have had 2.
The SD is bigger, easier to lift, power is good, seats are way nicer...

I am in a ZR2 gas. we shall see how this goes

 

[AXE]

100% AXE and my point really wasn't about the money or mpg. One day, I will get to an age where I'll want, or need, to keep it for 5 years or so. At this stage of my life, I will continue to try new things while my health and financial situation allows me to do so. I like that the 7.3L Godzilla is port injected versus DI. I like what I've heard and read about it. I also heard...maybe a rumor, that both the 7.3L and the GM L8T are due for some "revisions" for 2027. I also miss the exhaust sound of my ZR2 Corsa. I don't plan on getting rid of my HC until the 27's come out anyway...I'm just starting to "look" and get a feel for what's available. I have been offered $75K for my truck. It MSRP at $92K and my buddy who's the GM at my dealership sold it to me for just over $80K. So I drove it over a year and a half and lost $5K...not bad IMPO. My mods were light like tint, backup lights, ceramic coated and a few minor cosmetic things. The Banks gauges, dash cam and Uniden R8 are coming with me. The fact that I can get so much NOW makes me wonder if I should take it or wait...always like to hear how you guys want me to spend my money

That's a pretty normal depreciation on higher end diesel trucks. When I do the math on mine, the truck plus mods has always been low cost when I sold them, not including maintenence (which i do a lot myself) . Haven't ever really had any major mechanical issues, so no cost there.

My biggest maintenance costs were a water pump, lower ball joints, idler/pitman arms. Had 10 years on the original brake pads on one and my boy is going on year 13 on the original pads on my other.

Some emissions parts are warrantied by law for 10 years. So that hasn't cost me anything.

 

[MrScottly]

Looking around at F250's, I noticed that the '25 model year trucks are discounted by about $8k-$10k. That matters obviously because it takes the used resale down that far, too. All the manufacturers do this, but it seems like Ford does it the most. That can be because they make the most so they have the most left over, or maybe just the general market condition right now.

My local Chevy dealer claims he can't get HD's fast enough, but has a lot full of the 1/2 tons. If that's the case everywhere, it explains your great trade value.

I'm like you in that I trade every 2-3 years. Resale is why I always loved Toyota Tundras...Until now. They can't seem to get their act together with that new motor. Sad situation.

 

[securityguy]

Looking around at F250's, I noticed that the '25 model year trucks are discounted by about $8k-$10k. That matters obviously because it takes the used resale down that far, too. All the manufacturers do this, but it seems like Ford does it the most. That can be because they make the most so they have the most left over, or maybe just the general market condition right now.

My local Chevy dealer claims he can't get HD's fast enough, but has a lot full of the 1/2 tons. If that's the case everywhere, it explains your great trade value.

I'm like you in that I trade every 2-3 years. Resale is why I always loved Toyota Tundras...Until now. They can't seem to get their act together with that new motor. Sad situation.

Toyota is a DISASTER!

 

[securityguy]

Gonna go and look at this one and take it for a drive:

https://bozardford.com/for-sale/ford-super-duty-f250-srw-platinum-bozard-built-jacksonville-fl/2026-ford-super-duty-f250-srw-platinum-bozard-built-1ft8w2bn8tec48039

 

[Byrds8]

Gonna go and look at this one and take it for a drive:

https://bozardford.com/for-sale/ford-super-duty-f250-srw-platinum-bozard-built-jacksonville-fl/2026-ford-super-duty-f250-srw-platinum-bozard-built-1ft8w2bn8tec48039

Not a fan of the color but it sure does look like a beast. Not really a fan of Fords front ends either lol. Let us know how it goes.

 

[22-ZR2]

That’s a big boy, what would you be using it for.

 

[securityguy]

Not a fan of the color but it sure does look like a beast. Not really a fan of Fords front ends either lol. Let us know how it goes.

I'm not either...want another black truck but it will give me an idea on driving one.

 

[securityguy]

That’s a big boy, what would you be using it for.

Going to church, grocery store, Home Depot, and Costco

 

[Byrds8]

I'm not either...want another black truck but it will give me an idea on driving one.

Very true.

 

[Byrds8]

Going to church, grocery store, Home Depot, and Costco

LOL Aint nothing wrong with that.

 

[AXE]

Going to church, grocery store, Home Depot, and Costco

You'll also be able to go to Target to get a skirt!

 

[securityguy]

You'll also be able to go to Target to get a skirt!

Already have one but another can't hurt

 

[MrScottly]

Gonna go and look at this one and take it for a drive:

https://bozardford.com/for-sale/ford-super-duty-f250-srw-platinum-bozard-built-jacksonville-fl/2026-ford-super-duty-f250-srw-platinum-bozard-built-1ft8w2bn8tec48039

Eighty Seven large for a gas engine two fiddy...The world ain't the same anymore.

 

[securityguy]

Eighty Seven large for a gas engine two fiddy...The world ain't the same anymore.

That's an understatement...100% If you would have told me I would EVER be paying $80K for any truck in my life time, I would have laughed at you.

 

[AXE]

Here's one for $110k no clearance lights or bedliner, may as well go big!

 

[PaleRider]

Anyone have any experience with the Ford 7.3L Gas Godzilla motor? Good motor? I know every motor has its issues but curious if anyone has any valuable insight versus the common "Ford's suck" type response and what I find myself on Google

Main benefit is port injection. Otherwise, nothing special

 

[scubatech]

I agree with you, Pale Rider. I think MOPAR has proven that with the Hellcat & TRX. You really don't need DI, to make a lot of power. Yes, DI has some benefit's but lots of trade offs too.

 

[securityguy]

UPDATE: So, I decided to go drive a 2026 F250 Platinum Tremor with the 7.3L Gasser along with a RAM 2500 Laramie with the 6.4L HEMI. A few observations I'll share:

1. The FORD and RAM seats are WAY more comfortable than my Chevy
2. The FORD's 10-speed was not as sharp as the Chevy...felt like my shifts were delayed and a tad mushier
3. The FORD off the line felt lagging and not the power I expected from them 7.3L (I'm sure an Ultimate9 throttle controller could help it)
4. The ZF tranny in the RAM shifted awesome!
5. The TECH in the RAM looks better executed and the fit and finish better than the FORD
6. The HEMI had some nice get up and go unlike the FORD

Conclusion, after test driving both trucks and having ZERO brand loyalty, I like the looks and layout better in my Chevy than the FORD and the RAM. My Chevy also fell like it drives better too. I think if I were to do something different than a Chevy down the road, the RAM would be my choice over the FORD unless FORD does a redesign for 2027-2028. Driving both the 7.3L and 6.4L gassers, it made me appreciate the torque of my diesel and how quick it gets off the line. I can certainly do without a diesel...and my next truck won't be one, but the 6.4L HEMI was impressive and would be my choice if buying today between the two.

I would really like to drive a Chevy 2500 with the 6.6L gasser to compare to the 7.3 and 6.4, but there are none anywhere to be found

 

[scubatech]

A friend of mine has a Power Wagon, Ram with the 6.4 liter. Pulling a car trailer with his built up JK on it he loves the power and he is at 5700 FSL. He also has a complete Magnaflow exhaust system on it. It is a bad ass looking truck. It is a tall truck as well with all the goodies known to a Power Wagon, winch, 4.10 gears, ZF auto trans. I like the ZF. They are known to be very durable. How many speeds do we need? The gear spread seems good and the overdrive is around .60 in 8th. Really that's the key to easy cruising.

An Ultimate 9 on the pedal and look out! I had a 6.4 in my 2014 Wrangler, before you could buy one from Jeep, and I liked it a lot. It was the 470 HP for the Challenger, so it did not have the low end the truck motor has. I also had the 5 speed auto. With a 33" tire it would spin them at will. I put 35" tires on it soon there after. Another friend has the 6.4 liter with the ZF, man what a game changer. He can pass a vehicle at 70 and it sets you back in the seat. Fun stuff!