2004 Ford F-250 Super DutyLariat 6.0L Diesel
“The 6.0 got a bad rap. Dale proved them wrong.”
Documented Miles
443,000
on the odometer
Reliability Score
81/100
community rating
Est. Total Maintenance
$54,800
lifetime spend
Est. Savings vs. New
$30,200
vs. buying new
Engine
6.0L Power Stroke Diesel (V8)
5R110 TorqShift Automatic
Drivetrain
4WD
2004 model year
The 6.0 Power Stroke is notorious for problems — EGR failures, head gaskets, FICM issues. Dale addressed every known weakness in the first 50,000 miles of ownership and has since hauled his excavating business across West Texas for 19 years without stopping.
Maintenance Guide
The exact schedule that helped this vehicle reach 443k miles. Estimated lifetime maintenance: $54,800 over 443,000 miles ( $12.37 per 100 miles ).
Every 5,000 miles (diesel)
- Oil change (15W-40 diesel oil)
- Check coolant degas bottle
- Fuel filter (every 10k)
The 6.0 "Bulletproof" Package (Do This First)
- EGR cooler upgrade (Bulletproof or Dorman)
- Oil cooler flush/replace
- Head studs (ARP)
- FICM inspection/test
Note: This schedule is based on owner-reported data and community experience. Always consult your owner's manual and adapt to your driving conditions. Severe duty (towing, off-road, extreme heat/cold) typically requires shorter intervals.