6.4 or keep my 6.0

NCPowerStroke · Dec 22, 2012

i found a 6.4 crew cab lariat f250 6.4 with 102k miles on it for 25000. i currently have an 04 crew cab lariat f250 with 62000 miles on it. should i trade in my 04 for the 08? what are the pros/cons

MINK · Dec 22, 2012

pros are better interior and more power.

cons.....well I cant think of any compared to a 6.0 besides higher insurence LOL

Powerstrokeracing · Dec 22, 2012

6.0 is cheaper to fix, easier to work on,

Repairs are MUCH cheaper. I like both but am a big 6.0 fan.

If a 6.4 breaks sometimes it can get really ugly. But good tuned power.

Decisions on you lol if keep yours with that low of miles

Motostroker · Dec 23, 2012

Keep your 6.0. My 2 cents

Motostroker · Dec 23, 2012

Coming from a guy that has had 7.3,6.0,an a 6.4 pumping 1000horse. I wish I would have kept my bulletproofed 6.0. Fun, reliable, horsepower

Johnny77Mutt · Dec 23, 2012

The 6.4 is awesome, but with the low miles on your 6.0 I would keep that and bulletproof it.

MorganY · Dec 23, 2012

Always have a spare 3k for a 6.4 in case something goes. More 6.4 grenading threads pop up each day (although they are running more power)

Powerstrokeracing · Dec 23, 2012

Younger1993 said:
Always have a spare 3k for a 6.4 in case something goes. More 6.4 grenading threads pop up each day (although they are running more power)

I like the 6.4, but here's how I think of it,

6.0 injector problem- replace injector

6.4 injector problem (usually stick open) new motor. Lol

Johnny77Mutt · Dec 23, 2012

They sure can get expensive, but gotta love the power you know.

Whytry · Dec 23, 2012

Keep the 6.0l special if it is paid off

NCPowerStroke · Dec 23, 2012

Whytry said:
Keep the 6.0l special if it is paid off

its paid off

cory151 · Dec 30, 2012

The 6.4 walks softly and carries a big stick. The 6.0 makes all the right noises but doesnt strike fear in the hearts of Duramax drivers like a tuned and deleted 6.4. But Im biased, and always error on the side of power.

Then again you have to ask yourself how much power do you really need?

As a matter of fact, of the last 104,000 miles all but about 200 miles the truck its been run in stock tune with more than enough power in stock form (unlike my 7.3 or 6BT Cummins). I only really turn it up if Im "showing" somebody what the truck is capable of or racing.

I believe if you have to ask, your mind is probably already made up, I know mine was once I rode in one.

drunk on diesel · Dec 30, 2012

if I had a low mile 6.0, I'd keep it and buy a 6.4!

meanwhile, I have a 6.4 that I absolutely LOVE, but I'm looking at a low mile 6.0 to add to the fleet LOL

07powerstroke91 · Jan 1, 2013

I agree with Powerstrokeracing.

6.0 breaks, you either fix it yourself or pay someone 1 or 2 grand. 6.4 breaks its gonna cost way more and you probably can't do it in your driveway. I could have bought an 08 for the same price I paid for my 07 (dealer vs. private sale). The repairs are what scared me away, but I'll admit the 6.4 was a lot nicer

drunk on diesel · Jan 1, 2013

What repairs have you had to do on your 07?

I had to do thermostats on my truck at about 135k. that $300 ate me up!

07powerstroke91 · Jan 1, 2013

drunk on diesel said:
What repairs have you had to do on your 07?

So far none. Its the best truck I've ever owned (knocking on wood).

drunk on diesel · Jan 1, 2013

cool... I see lots of them at my buddy's shop getting heads/gaskets/coolers/etc.

Usually ends up in the $4-6k range.

I'm not scared of either of them. I'd rather have the 6.4 for the same money. You get a lot more for it IMO

Powerstrokeracing · Jan 2, 2013

drunk on diesel said:
cool... I see lots of them at my buddy's shop getting heads/gaskets/coolers/etc.

Usually ends up in the $4-6k range.

I'm not scared of either of them. I'd rather have the 6.4 for the same money. You get a lot more for it IMO

4-6K and you got a dang good truck. I like 6.4's only problem is price of repair. I honestly feel like you could get one to run forever or nuke a motor anytime.