F250 Godzilla 7.3L, real world MPG, 20-80 MPH dig & 0-60 MPH! I was not expecting this! #7.3 

Yes the 5.4 is a legend! It’s very common to see those engines sore into the 300-400k mile range. I agree the 5k mark is a great goal for oil changes. I may let one oil change go into the 6k mark and test it. With a good synthetic on a non boasted engine you should be good to go a little over. Thanks for supporting the channel!

What? I would rate the 5.4 pretty reliable…

Never had problems with 5.4s. Years 2003 2004

@@oldschoolrunescape-demonan2015 The 5.4 was definitely a good motor for ford!

@BL Dontmatter yes the 2V is what I was referring to… I guess I should have been more specific.. thanks for the feedback!

There is a lot of power... I am not just saying that because I chose to buy it either. There are some superchargers out there for it now too. I must resist. Thank you for taking the time to comment and for watching. Come back by... We have fun on this channel.

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 I always tell people power and torque are just different from engine to engine. An EcoBoost is 500 tq to 475 on Godzilla but people don't understand the difference. I'm guessing the Godzilla just has more 'Old school grunt with very easy ways to boost up. I would do just that, but not for hp, but for the cast iron torque. Meanwhile the EcoBrat get a shot of boost and makes V-8's cry. But this Godzilla is truly something specisl I think. Don't be the guy doing 0-60 runs and then criticize MPG. lol. It's 7,3000 mass. You'll be the guy selling it to some other guy in 8 years with 180,000 miles but no difference. But the next guy gets the deal he wanted. We've all been ripped off and a lot of people are liars. Take care of Godzilla because somebody you've never met will be thankful.

I wasn’t criticizing the mpg, it is actually good for the size in my opinion. Yeah I did a zero to 60 but I didn’t engage 4x4 or brake torqued it either. I don’t beat up my rides and try to take care of them the best I can. Maintenance is one of my pet peeves after all these things are expensive! Thanks again for commenting!

@HalfShell I keep on saying, from the time it ca,e out that it's the "Son of 460". I thought of just "445" but Oldsmobile already had the "442" for other reasons. Back in 1969-1972 Caddy's boasted 500 tq, 460's 485. I'm not sure about HEMI 426. 383 or anything. However, I feel like this is an instant classic and having the nickname 'Godzilla' doesn't help because in the realm of Monsters, he is KING. I grew up watching Godzilla so when I first heard the news, I was glued to RU-vid and anything to get information, and this engine, they purposely set at 430 as a minimum number because it's so simply to add 100 horsepower, or even up to 1,000 more hp. It's a HYbrid a mix between work truck and race car engine. Yeah, Ford had to be working on this longer than the 2 years like they said. Lastly, people will spend about, what is it?, $7,000 ish compared to the Powerstroke? Add a few bolt ons, a little this and that and suddenly you're hovering 500-600 hp with around 650 tq. You will surely have no issues tugging around a 8,000 pound work trailer or the occasional skidsteer and trailer of around,...I don't know, 14,000 pounds. Yet we all know that if it's done stupidly, it's a constant tug of war with the trailer doing a lot of the driving. Then you have hills to go down. My motto is "A good driver makes a bad car look good, a bad driver makes a good car look bad". Thanks for reading, Peace and "Hail to The King of Monsters", Godzilla. **Have you heard anything on an aluminum block 6.8 with several sharing components with the 7.3, or our these just fables??

@HalfShell They opened up at 430hp and 475tq on purpose, I think. They okayed the Crate motors for mass production and this makes us Old School V-8 fellas very proud of Ford. Now you have the EcoBrats (like spaz little sisters) then you have the Coyote (like a young man raring to yell out in rebellion. The Powerstroke is the big farm guy, strong as hell, and then the Godzilla, a tough sumbitch just waiting to stomp. And for the modest guys who prefer an ordinary XL, you're looking at 290hp and 265tq. I am even sure people have pumped that one up as well. I'm trying to think of what the Original Ford Big Block that started it all for them (as a Windsor as well, but not necessarily). *Is it the 460, 429, 390?? I guess I will check here...it looks like around 1952, but there is so much information. Damn worth researching. "385 series" (Lima) went from 1968 through 1998 and I think that includes 460. Maybe you know more of the top your melon, aye?

Room for improvements! 🤘🏻 thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching!

Amen! Thank you Linda for taking the time to comment and for watching!

Me too! Have you towed with it yet? What trim did you end of getting? Thanks for watching!

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 just my 7x16 enclosed motorcycle trailer. I got a Lariat Value, FX4, 7.3/3.55, Black Appearance package. Swapped wheels and tires for 20x9 +12 Raceline wheels and Toyo AT3 tires in 295/65 R20. LOVE this truck so far! 3,9xx miles currently, I picked it up late September.

@@slowninja14 nice… you have the big screen too huh? I’m making mine into a tremor/lariat sport edition. Haha. I’ve added the tremor wheels, black badging like yours and soon the black lariat grille. My stx is turning out nicely if I say so myself. Please keep updated on your ride!

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 yup, it has the big screen.

Little jelly 🤤

Thanks for the feedback! That’s good to know!

Thank you for the support! It means a lot to me! Thanks for watching!

I also don’t think the computer takes into account a heavy foot… which I have occasionally or used to have haha. Thanks for feedback!

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 Yep, a heavy foot takes a toll. Speed has the biggest effect on MPG by far. Here are some numbers: I can get 20+ MPG at 55-60 MPH. It is ~18.7 MPG at 65 MPH. But, it dropped to under 13.5 MPG at 80 to 85 MPH driving on flat terrain in Utah. And once, when driving into a strong headwind at 65 MPH (wind resistance maybe similar to driving at 100 MPH), the mileage dropped to 11.0 MPG

@@gregparrott lately I’ve been using the 55-60 range lol. But even then I’m only getting around 14 1/2… but it’s a 7k truck and not a Prius. Ha

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 That's strange. I've watched several reviews of F-250/350 SRW trucks with the 7.3 who get ~16 MPG with either the 3.55 and 3.73 gears. Are you running 4.30 gears?

@@gregparrott 3.55s but honestly it depends on where you live and the driver. I haven’t done extensive testing, just one tank.

Wow Joe! That’s a great observation… honestly it wouldn’t surprise me if the manufacturers make that change for us… I have consistently gotten 1 sometime 2 MPG off in three F150s and my F250 is the same way. I’ve don’t experiments on whole tanks of gas in eco mode and less aggressive driver to see if my foot was the variable. In all cases it was under what the dash told me. If you think about it it’s really smart on their part. The average consumer doesn’t take the time to calculate the mpg… why would they? It’s right in front of them haha. I think you’re on to something. Thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching!

Thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching!

Platinum ultra is the one he recommended

Great point! Thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching!

I’ve done a lot of testing on the full synthetic pennzoil and it’s good to go. However, I am conducting another test head to head pennzoil vs another brand full synthetic. The engine is a 3.5L EcoBoost which you’ll get high heat and pressure. Stay tuned for the results.

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 Cool, I'd like to see some testing against Castrol, Mobil1, Amsoil, and maybe Schaeffer's. Since it's a ford It would be nice to compare Fords Motorcraft oil as well.

Pennzoil was purchased by Shell Oil back in 2011. Modern Pennzoil uses Natural Gas to make its base stock. This is NOT 1980's Pennzoil (was known to cause knocking). All the tests I see (linked video, plus Blackstone Used Oil Analysis show this new Pennzoil Platinum is a very high quality oil, one of the best in the market). After extensive research, I chose to go with Pennzoil Platinum. I've been using Pennzoil Platinum for 85,000 miles with excellent results.

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I wish I had some lower gears like you. I have 3.55s… I bet yours pulls like a champ! Thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching!

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 I've had my Track Loader and Mini X both on my Gooseneck Trailer and don't even know it's back there. I got the Single Cab and Chassis with Flatbed

@@richcreager7877 yup she’s a beast! i really love this engine!

Mine to! Thanks for the support!

Is it a 10-speed as well?

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 Nope the GM 2500's 6.6 gas engines are all 6 speeds. The diesel duramax got the 10spd trans. Not sure why they did that. My guess is that its because they plan to discontinue the 6.6 gas engine in the near future with rising fuel costs but I hope I'm wrong. Owning a diesel sucks unless you make over $100k a year at your job or have a wife who makes really good money as well.

Amen, that’s why I drive a gasser. Thanks for the feedback!

Awesome that’s really good! The model 2017s were actually a really good year for the 5.0! They started having issues in 2018 with the 5.0s… thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching!

That’s what I’m talking about! What’s the weight on the 5th wheel? I love this truck!

For its size and weight I think it’s pretty quick… 🤷🏻‍♂️ Thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching!

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 been looking for a truck i have a 1998 F150 4.6 i bought new it has 534k miles on it still runs great but have a couple cars to take to car shows will need a truck can handle a 2 car hualer

Holly Moly dude! That’s awesome! I take it you are pretty good with maintenance on it! To be honest you’ll see a drastic difference towing with anything you pick out. The technology has much improved and if you get a 10speed my goodness man it makes a difference. Thanks for watching! Keep me Updated!

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 nice

Many variables, including where you live, how you drive etc. I can baby it and be luck to get 14

Five star has a supercharger setup that I’ve been eyeing… I will probably wait and do something like that once I get out of the warranty miles. Thank you for taking the time to comment and for watching!

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 Well just know the Approach harder that was on that was on the same exact Is 7.3 l, It has been done but that is a pretty strong engine For it to pull something like that off With a procharter With it not being tuned yet they were getting to the good stuff and they cut off The video hate those damn cliff hangers. But they did say one of the mechanics did say that there was more in the tank they haven't even uncovered yet I'm waiting to see. Say it again I hate cliff Hanger.

I am the same way William! Thanks for the information!

That was one tank where I was commuting to work and has hardly any city. Now with mixed driving I’m averaging 12.5-13. If I baby it I can get those numbers. Also to note I was using eco mode (leaf) it will add 1 mgh to a tank of gas! Thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching! Welcome to the blue oval club!

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 thanks for the lightning fast response! Mine is probably 75% hwy. We have the long-bed with a cap and personal stuff in the back for the highway mileage, so maybe that's a factor. It's not that much weight though, so I would expect more. Still love the truck. :) I'd love 14-15 mpg even more.

@@JoeJohnson1 try driving a tank in eco mode… I’ve tested this on a couple of my ford products and it works. Matter of fact that 14.5 was a tank on eco mode. Now of course where you live is a factor too. Try it out and let me know if you don’t mind.

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 Thanks. Yeah, I try to remember to make sure it's in eco unless I'm towing. Same results. I'll focus on it more on the next tank. I'm relying on what the computer tells me.

Ok!

What would be some things you would like to see? Thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching!

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 towing, how you like the truck, any mods or anything you would change etc . Myself I'm in the market looking at them thanks again

You got it!

Indeed! Thank you!

Heck no, this is the part I ordered… works like a charm. Amazon didn’t have it so just use the part number below and google search it. Thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching! HC3Z-2813562-AB

Affirmative! I love this truck! It is very much a joy to drive!

Thank you! I actually had a 2004 Ram too but I got 14 mpg whether I was pulling something or just coasting haha. 20 mpg is actually really good for a Ram because they tend to be hungry trucks. Thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching!

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 mine is the 4.7 turd lol. It runs fabulous but I need a heavy duty. As of now tho it's just a dream. I can't work and my wife can't now so...boy I love to dream lol.

I had the same engine! Hahah

I’ve dreamed for 10 plus years… I understand, I been there too. I hope things turn around for you guys!

Great to know! She’ll be taken care of! Good oil and frequent intervals! Thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching!

Yes I do run catch cans on my vehicles I just don’t have one for this one yet. Thank you for taking time to come in for watching!

Not as necessary on the 7.3. No direct injection so the valves get washed with fuel and stay cleaner.

Yes, I have the part number at home. I’ll gladly share it with you. Give me a couple days.

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 did you ever come by that part number?

@@travishelton2691 sorry Travis I’m working 12s and totally forgot. HC3Z-2813562-AB is what I purchased and it works like a charm! Thanks for the patience!

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 no problem at all! I have a 2021 F250, I’ve looked and looked for an entire console to replace my jump seat. But hopefully this will help with the cup holder issue.

@@travishelton2691 yes sir! It should do the trick! It honestly should be included how much these things cost

Accent? 😂 do tell what I sound like.

There are definitely some things they can make better on them! Thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching!

Bahaha thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching!

87 octane and I’m not aware of a sensor for oil weight. Thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching.

Yes, full synthetic. Absolutely. I’ve conducted many test and it’s one of the best in the market. I run this oil in all of my vehicles.

The f250 doesn’t offer a sports mode like the f150. Thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching!

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 I did not know that, thank you for the reply. Just beginning my research on purchasing a 250 with the 7.3

@@calroberts888 yeahs it’s a bit disappointing but the F250 and up was really made to work. Trailer mode shifts very similar to sport due to the wider shift points. Good luck on the search! Let me know if you get one!

3.55 gears and no tune.

This wasn’t a good setting to get a true 0-60 but it appears to be around 9 seconds per the video. Thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching!

The F250s unfortunately do not get sport mode however I could try it in tow haul mode and it would be comparable. Y’all are going to make me make another video… 😂

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 try pushing the traction control button twice in rapid succession. I believe that will turn on “active sport” mode. 😀

That’s correct but It it’s not the same as the sport modes in the other Ford vehicles. I tried tow/haul mode earlier and it made a big difference.

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 cool!

Amsoil oil is not api certified which could result in voided a warranty if Ford wanted to fight a claim. For me, I’ll stick to the oil I personally done numerous lab tests on. Through my research and testing Pennzoil has proven to be a top quality oil in my opinion.I do appreciate your feedback and I thank you for watching!

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 amsoil is best oil on the market. Check out all the tests that prove it.

Absolutely! Pennzoil full synthetic specifically. I have done a great deal of testing and pennzoil full synthetic is a front runner…. Everything I own runs this oil!

There are definitely more pros than cons if you don’t tow over 16k. Thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching!

No it’s not. My 6.0 makes way more power and and torque and gets better mileage.

@@zackzittel7683 your 6.blow you mean biggest pile international ever built

@@derrickwoods2803 Yeah, it’s been terrible….. 700+ ft/lbs of torque… 20mpg highway…. 251k miles on simple maintenance… best sounding diesel ever made… it’s been real shitty lol.

@@zackzittel7683 lol don't lie I'm sure it has more power I've owned 3 fleet vehicles with 6.0 and had to spend about 3 to 4k every hundred thousand miles to keep the piles going to I'd take a 6.9 idi over those turds any day biggest waste of money I ever bought was 6.0 diesel trucks if they were so dependable why they stop making them lol show me the service sheets on that truck and I'll believe you. You probably think Harley Davidson motorcycles are the most dependable motorcycles on the Rd too

I’ve got a tow rope… let’s get it.

Nice… that’s some serious power! Thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching!

🤷 that’s cool…? Enjoy your truck I’m sure it’s awesome! Oh BTW, see how it’s cool to compliment peoples stuff instead of talking down about what’s theirs. I’m sure this guy worked real hard for what he has.

@@jc7435 it’s all good… thanks for the comment.

Towing capacity?

There is plenty of evidence that pennzoil is an elite oil. It’s also approved to be used in ford vehicles unlike Amsoil…

Amsoil all the way

Let me guess, you’re a Amsoil guy? Pennzoil may have been bad back in the day but in 2021 it’s good to go. There are tons of videos out there testing the oil and I have personally conducted test of my own by analyzing oil from oil changes. It’s good stuff, approved to used in fords, and is affordable. I’ll do some test and make another video. As with all of us RU-vidrs, it’s out opinion but on my channel I try to back my claims by tests and real world conditions. I do appreciate you taking the time to comment and for watching!

I have been in the car business for 30 years and I have seen the effects of Pennzoil…I have used only bulk oil in every vehicle for the last 30 years and have never had any oil issue….

@@michaelabbeduto1526 what do you recommend? I’m definitely a believer in full synthetic.

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 I run synthetic in all but my 99 LeSabre…happens to be my lowest mileage car too… I’m going to research this “new” Pennzoil….has my interest up…

I heard back in the day pennzoil would wax up causing the issues you mentioned. Pennzoil full synthetic is now made for natural gas giving a more pure oil. Let me know what you find out. I would gladly put today’s pennzoil full synthetic up against any other full synthetic on the market today.

I mean it is a 7500# truck on 35s… I will super charge later though…. Not a bad base line considering the truck IMO.

It’s good to go Charles… I’ve conducted several lab test and it’s one of the best on the market.

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It would be a little faster if the weight of the truck was reduced from 7200 pounds to 5000 but then it wouldn’t be a super duty.🤷🏻‍♂️ I bought it for towing not racing. But thank for taking the time to comment and for watching!

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 my old 03 chevy 2500hd 6.0 went from 0-60 in 7.8 seconds stock. Does 7.1 now with a few mods. If it had that a10 transmission instead of a a4 it would no doubt be much quicker.

Couple factors we may want to consider too. This wasn’t a perfect strait away. A truck would have been more conducive. My truck has 3.55 gears too which could effect this number as well. I bet your 6.0 had some higher gears too? Maybe? I am also running 35s. This was just an random, let the viewers see a 0-60.

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 my truck has 33s and 4.10 gears.....but the rear gear isn't a big deal with you still having much better gearing with that a10. My truck runs about 55mph in just 1st gear. I woulda thought the 7.3 would have did much better is all. Especially with the a10.