2000fordf1504x4

That would make it a lot better

Kevin_MacArthur

Gonna go test drive a 99' 7.3 today. Then pick up Forza 4.

kgintner1

Tell us how it is

TwinTurboFx4

Also one thing you need to do if your looking at buying a 7.3 is check for blow by. With the engine idling remove the oil fill cap and see if there is smoke coming out. If there some that's ok. If there is alot DON'T BUY IT.

kgintner1

Put something over it so hot oil doesn't fly everywhere? And too see exactly how much is being blown out

TwinTurboFx4

Oil won't fly everywhere if you take the fill cap off. And a good rule is to put the cap upside down on the full hole and if it doesn't feel like its blowing the cap off you should be ok. Just look for the least amount of smoke as possible.

Kevin_MacArthur

I came in not wanting to buy it, it's 2wd, but thanks for the heads up for future tests.

kgintner1

Alright thanks, any other thinks we should know/test?

BrowningSCrew

Look up Powerstroke help on YouTube. He has a series of videos on what to look at when buying

TwinTurboFx4

Not at the moment. Just check the pinion seals and stuff. Also if going for 99 check to see if it's an early 99 or late 99.