6.4L Power Stroke Engine and DrivetrainDiscussion of the 6.4L Power Stroke diesel engine and drivetrain in the 2008 Super-Duty trucks. No gas engine discussion allowed except on transmissions and drivetrain that pertain to all models. Please confine discussion of topics in this forum to those items that are specific to the 6.4L Power Stroke engine.
I just picked up my new ride today, traded an 03 7.3. The 7.3 can't even compare. I can't wait to hook on pull with it. I've watched this forum for a while considering the trade...wish I would have done it sooner!!!! I've listened to the talk of the mileage etc...not even a consideration after driving it and now owning it. What an impressive machine, well worth a couple extra bucks in the tank. It reminds me of when Ford changed the expedition in 03...it was completely different than the previous models.
__________________ 08 F250 4X4 CC LARIAT, RANCH HAND FRONT BUMPER REPLACEMENT W/PIAA DRIVING LIGHTS, 70 GAL AUXILLARY FUEL TANK. 07 KEYSTONE LAREDO 5er
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jarhead98</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I just picked up my new ride today, traded an 03 7.3. The 7.3 can't even compare. I can't wait to hook on pull with it. I've watched this forum for a while considering the trade...wish I would have done it sooner!!!! I've listened to the talk of the mileage etc...not even a consideration after driving it and now owning it. What an impressive machine, well worth a couple extra bucks in the tank. It reminds me of when Ford changed the expedition in 03...it was completely different than the previous models. </div></div>
WOW......!!!!!!! Can't believe a truck with nearly 100 more horsepower, 5 years newer does not compare to your 7.3, what news......glad you don't care about mileage either, a "couple of bucks" here and there, shoot nothing for a high stepper. If Ford can't improve on the 7.3 and make a truck with a better ride in 5 years of building they need to find another occupation......glad you are feeling so good. Good Luck with the new ride. BTW my 07 Civic is wayyyyy more of a machine than my 1989 model was. Things are progressing. Good news for all of us laying out 22k on a Civic and nearly 50k on an SD.
__________________
'08 F-350 CC 4X4 Lariat, SRW, Dark Blue Pearl w/Silver trim, every option but Nav and moonroof.
Ordered 10/16 - Born 11/14 - delivered 11/26 pic
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: NatesDiesel</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Its gonna be alot more than "a couple extra bucks" in that tank...
But, congratulations anyways.
Nate </div></div>
not sure how its more?
My 08 gets about 16.5 on the highway
My 96 when it had injectors and a chip(so it made equal power) was getting 15.
Even stock it was only getting 18.
So lets see, 1.5mpg x 30 gallons = approx 45 miles. Or at 16 mpg that = 3 gallons of gas, or about 9 bucks.
UH OH!!!!! better take out a loan for that extra 9 bucks per tank.... good lord.
__________________
2008 Ford F-250 CC SB
Dark Pearl Blue(complete repaint under warranty)
6" Stage II Pro Comp Lift
17x9 Pro Comp 7189
37x12.5 BFG M/T KM2's Try the SEARCH Button Because It's Probably already been asked
I can't believe some people on this board....UNREAL! Congrats on your new truck man....Sounds like you picked yourself a winner and are very happy with it. Good luck to you and your new ride, im sure it'll serve you well! [img]/forums/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/smile.gif[/img]
im glad to hear some great news and a happy customer, dont let anyone burst your bubble, i remember looking at 04's before ordering the truck in my sig and it was night and day, ive been looking at some 08's lately and its sureal what they have done with it. i think that regardless of the 5 year difference in your two trucks its impressive what they have done, im looking at a 450 and people keep saying "its going to ride ruffer but if you need the capacity its ok" i personally dont think that at all. i drove one the other day with 4.88's and the power is seamless and it rides smother than my 05 that weighs 1000-1500 lbs less. ofcourse stuff progresses over time but for a 7-9k truck to drive as smooth and run as quiet as these do is pushing the laws of physics, be proud of it. congrats
__________________
05 f350 cc sb lariat loaded bullydog powerpup(being replaced with sct) 4" turbo back straight pipe 6" tip outlook monitor two tone blue and silver funtional ram air hood
big tex 10et 18' for my '41 willys americar coupe
now in the garage:
1969 fj40 with 350v8 sm465 np 203/205 doubler sprung over waiting for 4 more inches of lift and some 40 inch boggers
1984 fj60 needs a 6.0 stroke and few other things
2007 Mazdaspeed 6 270hp, turbocharged, 6spd, awd
coming soon:
new f450 darkstone and pueblo gold
Judging by your sig, your truck probably looks somewhat like mine! Glad to hear you are happy. I am happy with mine and i dont care what anyone else says. They arent driving it and they cant go down the road with everyone looking at their truck saying "thats a 2008 super duty with the new twin turbo powerstroke"
__________________
2008 F250 Crew Cab Short Bed 4x4 Lariat Oxford White Over Pueblo Gold. Lots of options, SCT Extreme Livewire.
Congrat's Jarhead,like the others have said, Ignore the Naysayer's on here,they are just jealous, even though they claim they are not.
__________________ 2005 F250 XLT wedgewood blue 4x4 C/C SWB,6.0L PSD, Auto.(Member of 05 STC Failure Club ) 2006 Expedition Eddie Bauer,5.4L (Wife's) NRA Life Member. TSRA Life member.
Hey Jarhead, let's see some pics of truck and 5er together. Welcome to the 6.4 club.
George C, no tuner yet. I want them to get a better handle on long term effects to DPF and engine. Also, right now I can afford the truck, just not a new engine to go in it if something happened with no warranty. However, the crystal ball see a tuner somewhere in my future.
Jarhead, you will only enjoy your truck more as it settles in. Get up and go will increase along with a little mileage.
__________________
2008 F450 4wd crew, forest green over pueblo gold, 4.30 rear, several options, Lord help me keep my truck stock.
Jarhead98, a very hearty congratulations to you on your new ride. According to my dealer, ours is due the week of November 5th and we are feeling that excitement too.
BTW, keep your head up above the fray and don't let anyone spoil your excitement.
I just got mine yesterday...WOW!!!!...I agree. Days like this make me think back to when I used to run Volkswagon Pickups my Dad ran when I was a kid to this new beauty. Lot's of trucks inbetween with not one of them as good.
I've got 58 miles on it now. I'll be hauling tonight to Boston and South..Can't wait to feel her out.
Much nicer then my 02 Lariet...Rides so much better and love the layout of everything inside and out..
Good luck
__________________
08 F350 Lariet DK.Blue/Silver CC Short Box SRW. Auto transmission, Manual 4x4,Supplemental Cab Heater,3.73 Limited Slip.Gator Guard Bedliner, 6.5 x 12 Sno-Pro,8ft. Fisher.
04 Lance 820.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jarhead98</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I just picked up my new ride today, traded an 03 7.3. The 7.3 can't even compare. I can't wait to hook on pull with it. I've watched this forum for a while considering the trade...wish I would have done it sooner!!!! I've listened to the talk of the mileage etc...not even a consideration after driving it and now owning it. What an impressive machine, well worth a couple extra bucks in the tank. It reminds me of when Ford changed the expedition in 03...it was completely different than the previous models. </div></div>
I have also thought about trading in my '01 7.3 for the new 6.4. The new 08 is one amazing truck. I love everything about it. Huge improvement in every department from the 07 to 08 model, not to mention all the refinements from my 01 model. I previously looked at getting the 06 or 07 model (before the 08 came out) and there was no way I'd give up my 7.3 for that. I think the only thing better about my truck is the fact that it's paid for.
__________________
2001 F-250 Powerstroke, auto, super cab, short bed, 4x4. Bright red with silver on the bottom, lighted visor, chrome step bumpers and fender trim.
1988 F-150 302 V8 five speed, full bed, 2x4. Over 207,000 miles and runs like it just rolled off the assembly line.
2005 F250 XLT wedgewood blue 4x4 C/C SWB,6.0L PSD, Auto.(Member of 05 STC Failure Club 
) 2006 Expedition Eddie Bauer,5.4L (Wife's) NRA Life Member. TSRA Life member.
Linear Mode
