gremcat
Twelve Pointer
Have to decide what to do with my truck. Might keep it for chores in summer here but considering selling. In the North being 2wd getting an idea on value is hard. Prices in south on CL seem all over and no telling what they are actually selling for.
I just had shop do a bunch of work and it needs more now so that’s the reason I’m asking value.
It’s an ‘01 F250 Super Duty SuperCrew 7.3 with 150k miles, it sits here too much only getting driven in good weather, Last year I put $1700 in Firestone Transforce tires on, Starter, 2 new Gold Batteries, new AC Clutch, new water pump, all new idler/tension pulleys, serpentine, ball joints on one side, all Motorcraft parts, after water pump flushed and used Peak Fleet again, had Mobil 1 tranny service with filter 25k miles ago, right before leaving Raleigh added the 4” exhaust because prior owner had removed and it was LOUD, probably more stuff I’m forgetting,
I let it idle the other day and Wife called when I left for work, oil puddle, so took right to local shop. I teach his kids at Sunday School and he’s so well respected all the local businesses and municipalities use him, he also has a Tech that is certified by Ford for Diesels or whatever they call it, his Tech is also building a really nice 7.3, I asked locally for a referral and got his name by all without hesitation, I’ve used him for 2 years and he’s always been straight with me,
Anyway, he said it needs HPOP Seals and Turbo Pedestal seals too. He pulled the Up Pipe and cleaned the valley well then found the leaks. He knows I don’t have time to screw around on multiple visits so he wanted to be sure and that’s one of the reasons he scrubbed the engine first and after Tech documented everything he found Dan went over it again, says a lot as busy as he is,
Truck came from TX if folks here recall me flying red eye and driving back on no sleep for 3 days. Part of the blame goes to a kid on here taking me and my then 4 year old out gigging frogs all night before my flight. Was mechanically awesome at 100k but the Seller didn’t do the body any favors the 6 mos he owned it. It’s got dents, dings, and scratches everywhere,
So with that said the Garage told me starting this year no “protruding metal or parts” for inspection, the bed had been bent where the exhaust was. In hindsight I realize that’s probably why the old owner removed the factory exhaust.
Garage also said other side ball joints had slight play. I asked him to check since the first side was done and I wanted to know if I had to budget for the other side. Local Firestone did the first side before I found Dan and I questioned only doing one side. Dan said it’s minor now but plan for replacing.
He also said the batteries weren’t good and smelled of sulfur bad meaning boil over. I’m going to exchange batteries for new ones when I get the truck.
Chip in windshield but I’ve got coverage so will replace.
Every so often the shifter needs to be wiggles to get it to start up. Dan said a module that’s mounted on side of tranny is culprit and seems cheap/easy to replace though I won’t know until I pick up and have his quotes.
So in all, a beat body, maintained 2wd 7.3 SuperCrew. Trying to decide if I replace the HPOP/Turbo Pedestal gaskets and rings then drop off at my BILs in Zebulon to sell or if it’s not worth the trip and I’m better off using it around the house.
Garage Owner was interested in buying if I sold but after discussing (I offered him to pay what he thinks is fair and I’ll take him at his word that’s how much I trust him) He talked it over with his Wife and he’s always got 15 vehicles at least from what I can tell waiting on him and he lost a Tech. His Wife wasn’t thrilled about what she called a “project” since she suspects he wants to build it like his Tech is doing. I respect him for considering her input a lot. Most of us would be like “Honey, guess what I bought!”
I’ll try and add pics but some of you might remember it from Raleigh. I’m real hesitant to sell after searching hard for a nice 4x4 99 Excursion endlessly my first year here and now with DEF deal. I’d rather convert to 4wd but listening to reality I don’t have time to even fish much or hunt a few days let alone something of that magnitude.
Please don’t take this as fishing for a Buyer. I’m not anxious to sell really. Considering options is all. My Son is college bound but staying local. I support a mission in Africa and would like him to go for the summer. A vehicle for him, college, and Africa aren’t cheap and with 3 other siblings I have to consider a lot. Realistically if I sell I won’t ever buy another. Something around here always competes for my time and money.
I’m also thinking it’ll be a full day to fix. The Ford manual said 3 hours and others said 1.5 of two people. I’m always solo and turbo pipes are a pain alone. I’m thinking as it sits I’ll be lucky to break $2500 locally. If fixed maybe 4-5k? I’ve seen pulled 7.3s with 300k sell for $13-1500 so guessing with other rust free parts it might bring 2500. Thoughts on South market and if it’s worth considering?
I just had shop do a bunch of work and it needs more now so that’s the reason I’m asking value.
It’s an ‘01 F250 Super Duty SuperCrew 7.3 with 150k miles, it sits here too much only getting driven in good weather, Last year I put $1700 in Firestone Transforce tires on, Starter, 2 new Gold Batteries, new AC Clutch, new water pump, all new idler/tension pulleys, serpentine, ball joints on one side, all Motorcraft parts, after water pump flushed and used Peak Fleet again, had Mobil 1 tranny service with filter 25k miles ago, right before leaving Raleigh added the 4” exhaust because prior owner had removed and it was LOUD, probably more stuff I’m forgetting,
I let it idle the other day and Wife called when I left for work, oil puddle, so took right to local shop. I teach his kids at Sunday School and he’s so well respected all the local businesses and municipalities use him, he also has a Tech that is certified by Ford for Diesels or whatever they call it, his Tech is also building a really nice 7.3, I asked locally for a referral and got his name by all without hesitation, I’ve used him for 2 years and he’s always been straight with me,
Anyway, he said it needs HPOP Seals and Turbo Pedestal seals too. He pulled the Up Pipe and cleaned the valley well then found the leaks. He knows I don’t have time to screw around on multiple visits so he wanted to be sure and that’s one of the reasons he scrubbed the engine first and after Tech documented everything he found Dan went over it again, says a lot as busy as he is,
Truck came from TX if folks here recall me flying red eye and driving back on no sleep for 3 days. Part of the blame goes to a kid on here taking me and my then 4 year old out gigging frogs all night before my flight. Was mechanically awesome at 100k but the Seller didn’t do the body any favors the 6 mos he owned it. It’s got dents, dings, and scratches everywhere,
So with that said the Garage told me starting this year no “protruding metal or parts” for inspection, the bed had been bent where the exhaust was. In hindsight I realize that’s probably why the old owner removed the factory exhaust.
Garage also said other side ball joints had slight play. I asked him to check since the first side was done and I wanted to know if I had to budget for the other side. Local Firestone did the first side before I found Dan and I questioned only doing one side. Dan said it’s minor now but plan for replacing.
He also said the batteries weren’t good and smelled of sulfur bad meaning boil over. I’m going to exchange batteries for new ones when I get the truck.
Chip in windshield but I’ve got coverage so will replace.
Every so often the shifter needs to be wiggles to get it to start up. Dan said a module that’s mounted on side of tranny is culprit and seems cheap/easy to replace though I won’t know until I pick up and have his quotes.
So in all, a beat body, maintained 2wd 7.3 SuperCrew. Trying to decide if I replace the HPOP/Turbo Pedestal gaskets and rings then drop off at my BILs in Zebulon to sell or if it’s not worth the trip and I’m better off using it around the house.
Garage Owner was interested in buying if I sold but after discussing (I offered him to pay what he thinks is fair and I’ll take him at his word that’s how much I trust him) He talked it over with his Wife and he’s always got 15 vehicles at least from what I can tell waiting on him and he lost a Tech. His Wife wasn’t thrilled about what she called a “project” since she suspects he wants to build it like his Tech is doing. I respect him for considering her input a lot. Most of us would be like “Honey, guess what I bought!”
I’ll try and add pics but some of you might remember it from Raleigh. I’m real hesitant to sell after searching hard for a nice 4x4 99 Excursion endlessly my first year here and now with DEF deal. I’d rather convert to 4wd but listening to reality I don’t have time to even fish much or hunt a few days let alone something of that magnitude.
Please don’t take this as fishing for a Buyer. I’m not anxious to sell really. Considering options is all. My Son is college bound but staying local. I support a mission in Africa and would like him to go for the summer. A vehicle for him, college, and Africa aren’t cheap and with 3 other siblings I have to consider a lot. Realistically if I sell I won’t ever buy another. Something around here always competes for my time and money.
I’m also thinking it’ll be a full day to fix. The Ford manual said 3 hours and others said 1.5 of two people. I’m always solo and turbo pipes are a pain alone. I’m thinking as it sits I’ll be lucky to break $2500 locally. If fixed maybe 4-5k? I’ve seen pulled 7.3s with 300k sell for $13-1500 so guessing with other rust free parts it might bring 2500. Thoughts on South market and if it’s worth considering?
