Any concerns with buying 150k 6.4?

[Rubenk]

So i'm looking to get back into a powerstroke and I'm quite sure I want a 6.4, probably a 2008 due to prices.

I've found some for sale with 150k+ miles on them and was wondering what kind of things should I worry about? I've had a "fixed" 6.0, but am still learning about the 6.4's.

Here is one I am considering

http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/vehicledetails.xhtml?atCarId=137B67A8&listingId=326854568

 

[Breaking Habits]

Nice buy there. Make sure they have been well maintained. Trucks with DPF's intact that havent had regular maintenance like they should will most likely have prematurely worn parts due to fuel dilution problems

 

[Rubenk]

Nice buy there. Make sure they have been well maintained. Trucks with DPF's intact that havent had regular maintenance like they should will most likely have prematurely worn parts due to fuel dilution problems

Thanks for the input! What kind of parts might be worn? Are we talking engine components or exhaust components? I figure fuel-dilution could be caused by tuning as well.

 

[Rubenk]

Talked to the dealer earlier, and it is a 1 owner. Oasis shows both valve covers, an FRP sensor, and a cylinder head replaced in 2009, no radiator mentioned.

 

[Jlyl248]

Maybe im wrong. But it seems in the very last picture the truck is running and it looks the engine light is on

 

[Worstenemy453]

Studs and stuff like a 6.0 is necessary IMO. I don't trust 6.4s. Worse than a 6.0 in my opinion and based on ford warranty info

 

[Crack85]

Studs and stuff like a 6.0 is necessary IMO. I don't trust 6.4s. Worse than a 6.0 in my opinion and based on ford warranty info

What's your reasoning behind this there guy?

 

[Spatel23]

Studs and stuff like a 6.0 is necessary IMO. I don't trust 6.4s. Worse than a 6.0 in my opinion and based on ford warranty info

LOL...ok

Worse than a 6.0? Really? Wow!

 

[6point0damn2004]

LOL...ok

Worse than a 6.0? Really? Wow!

This:hammer:

 

[Rubenk]

Studs and stuff like a 6.0 is necessary IMO. I don't trust 6.4s. Worse than a 6.0 in my opinion and based on ford warranty info

Wow, first time i've heard that!

Care to go into details?

Anybody else with input? I did notice the CEL was on in that last pic as well, gonna check that out if I go look at it today.

 

[Dustball8504]

Studs and stuff like a 6.0 is necessary IMO. I don't trust 6.4s. Worse than a 6.0 in my opinion and based on ford warranty info

Yeah, lay off the crack pipe bud LOL

 

[drunk on diesel]

What's your reasoning behind this there guy?

that's what he heard from his buddy who's a ford diesel mechanic

 

[Smokyred]

Studs and stuff like a 6.0 is necessary IMO. I don't trust 6.4s. Worse than a 6.0 in my opinion and based on ford warranty info

Would you mind sharing those warranty numbers? Because that isn't the case around here.

Dave

 

[forcefed6.4ford]

Studs and stuff like a 6.0 is necessary IMO. I don't trust 6.4s. Worse than a 6.0 in my opinion and based on ford warranty info

You are high

 

[Rubenk]

Well fellas, the dealer gave me the truck overnight, put about 300 miles on it and no issues arose. SO I bought it!!

We'll see how the next year treats me with 6.4 ownership!

 

[Johnny77Mutt]

Enjoy!

 

[6.0Dually]

Pics or it didn't happen.

 

[Jeremyleggett07]

that's what he heard from his buddy who's a ford diesel mechanic

Well I'm sure he can say that since he works for his father who OWNS there own diesel shop!

 

[Crack85]

Well I'm sure he can say that since he works for his father who OWNS there own diesel shop!

House of diesel "owns and operates" a diesel shop too there guy...ur point isnt validated.

 

[Jeremyleggett07]

It sure is when u know what kind of people run the shop such as Adam and his son does!