I've been looking at picking up a used diesel truck for general daily driver use and towing the occasional trailer. I had previously decided to go with either a 2000-2003 7.3 Ford PSD or 2000-2002 Dodge CTD. After looking around I have found a few 2nd gen 24V trucks. I had previously posted about a good condition 2001 QCSB with 90K miles for $14000. Seller won't deal on it yet.
I just found a 2003 QCSB CR, auto(I want an auto) trans, with 99K miles. Looks good. $15600. Haven't driven it yet.
My question is which truck would be better buy? I will eventually like to pump up the power to a reasonable 400-450 HP for a daily driver. Which generation will it be easier to achieve this reliably? How big of a difference in cost of the mods?
I guess overall, what are the pros/cons of each gen? I have read all the threads, but they seem inconclusive. I'm new to the diesel world so help me out. Sorry for all the questions.
To further complicate things, I found a beater 12V with 210K miles, auto , 4X4 ECLB for $5500 OBO....My only concern is that any vehicle with those miles starts disintegrating regardless of drivetrain(seats, switchgear, dash, electronics, etc.). Not sure I want to deal with such a rough ride for my DD.
I just found a 2003 QCSB CR, auto(I want an auto) trans, with 99K miles. Looks good. $15600. Haven't driven it yet.
My question is which truck would be better buy? I will eventually like to pump up the power to a reasonable 400-450 HP for a daily driver. Which generation will it be easier to achieve this reliably? How big of a difference in cost of the mods?
I guess overall, what are the pros/cons of each gen? I have read all the threads, but they seem inconclusive. I'm new to the diesel world so help me out. Sorry for all the questions.
To further complicate things, I found a beater 12V with 210K miles, auto , 4X4 ECLB for $5500 OBO....My only concern is that any vehicle with those miles starts disintegrating regardless of drivetrain(seats, switchgear, dash, electronics, etc.). Not sure I want to deal with such a rough ride for my DD.