Before you can start to modify your Powerstroke; it is very important to understand as much as you possibly can about how it works. This may seem alittle silly but understanding each component of the motor and how they all work together is a very important piece of knowledge to have not only for modifying your rig but for keeping it in tip top shape! So for today's post, I will be discussing the characteristics and specifications of the 6.0L Powerstroke.
The 6.0L Powerstroke is in all statistical purposes a rebadged and recalibrated International VT365 powerplant. The only differences are slight higher horsepower and torque ratings boasted by a more aggresive factory engine calibration. It first entered Ford's Super Duty line up in 2003. It was adopted because of the strict and ever changing emissions standards the automotive industry faced. It begain phasing out the 7.3L Powerstroke in mid model year 2003 trucks. When it was first developed the 6.0L was accepted as a revolution in the diesel community. It incorporated one of the first factory emissions control systems; known as the EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirrculation) System which drastically cut the emissions output of the motor. Another first was the adoptation of newer technological advances in Turbo design. The 6.0L was the first mass production medium duty diesel to introduce the Variable Geometry Turbo. The VGT helped to reduce turbo lag leading to increased low end throttle response and acceleration. Despite having 1.3L less displacement than its predecessor, the 7.3L, the 6.0L was able to deliever a vast improvement in both performance and fuel economy. This use of innovative technology landed the 6.0L a spot on the Ward's 10 Best Engines of 2003 list.
6.0L Specs:
Displacement: 365 cu. in.; 6.0 Liters
Configuration: V-8
Compression Ratio: 18.0:1
Bore: 3.74 inches
Stroke: 4.13 inches
Injection: Direct Injection, Electro Hydraulic Generation Two (G2) Injection Technology
Aspiration: Single Variable Geometry Turbo (VGT)
Valvetrain: Single Gear Driven Camshaft; 4 Valves per Cylinder (32 Valve)
Oil Capacity: 15 Quarts
Weight: Approx. 966 lbs
Horsepower(peak): 325 hp @ 3,300 rpm
Torque(peak): 570 lb-ft @ 2,000 rpm
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the 6.0L is a decent engine, but it's infamous for a too many problems. The 7.3L is a much more reliable engine, although any engine can have its pros and cons
ReplyDeleteEven though I own a 6.0L, I agree with what you stated. The 6.0L was the result of increasing emissions standards from the government and in many cases, a victim of poor quality control from International. Many motors have been found to be faulty or lemoned from the factory with heads and blocks that were not flat among other problems.
ReplyDeleteWhat has made the 6.0L situation worse, is the fact that Ford for the most part has stuck the customer between a rock and a hard place regarding warranty repairs. Many customers were bringing trucks in that were demonstrating issues that Ford knew were common problems and denying them warranty service.