Reliability of new 2011 6.7 as a daily driver ....

[PKellen]

10,500 miles on my 09' 6. 7. Had an oxygen sensor go bad, took it to the dealer and they fixed it right up in about an hour (can't say enough good things about Glenn Thomas Dodge service in Long Beach, CA). But I drive 40 miiles round trip every day, almost exclusively on side streets and no towing on the weekends (yet). This being said, due to the light duty, I do have to change my oil about ever 3k miles. Only occsionally use the EB.



But I wanted the mega cab with cummins engine for years. Finally found the right deal on a leftover 09'. The interior space still blows me away! Loading up the two little critters into their car seats has never been easier, and I haven't had my seat back kicked once- LOL! I wouldn't hesitate to buy another for a moment.

 

[matkinson6054]

So I guess I dont understand. Why would people drive around with the exhaust brake on if theres no load on the truck?



Wouldnt that just put more wear and tear on the engine?

 

[macdaddy]

TDINUT... ... .



You need to go back about five or so issues and read about the 6. 7L with 280K towing miles. The engine was dismantled and passed all specs for a new motor.



The HEMI will never last as long either towing or not. You dont need to tow in order to have a diesel. Not to mention the fuel cost of a HEMI, or a CUMMINS when empty are probably the same.



Everyone and their dog has a Hemi dude!!!!!!



If you buy a Half Ton get the F-150 with the 6. 2L. They are a awesome truck. I test drove one and IM'm sold... .



Mac

 

[RVTRKN]

So I guess I dont understand. Why would people drive around with the exhaust brake on if theres no load on the truck?



Wouldnt that just put more wear and tear on the engine?

I've never heard of that , and don't think that is correct! If the CTD was set up as a true Jake Brake, maybe, but then the bigger 80K GCV big rigs would not get 1,000,000 miles before they are put to the pastures, well maybe, even another couple hundred thousand miles more. That is why we can put 1,000,000 miles on our CTD, with the proper use and maintenance.

 

[RustyJC]

So I guess I dont understand. Why would people drive around with the exhaust brake on if theres no load on the truck?



Wouldnt that just put more wear and tear on the engine?

Our dealer (Tomball Dodge) had a new owner's meeting last week. They split us into two groups (gas & diesel), and the diesel tech, who seemed to be a sharp young individual, also recommended using the exhaust brake function whenever the truck is run as this causes the variable geometry turbo's variable nozzle ring to move to the fully closed position on deceleration, and this continued movement through a wider operating range has proven to cut down on turbocharger sooting and nozzle ring sticking.



Rusty

 

[HBarlow]

So I guess I dont understand. Why would people drive around with the exhaust brake on if theres no load on the truck?

Wouldnt that just put more wear and tear on the engine?

No, not at all.

Once you drive one you'll understand why everyone wants an exhaust brake and why most, like me, use it all the time. It is comforting to feel the truck decelerate when the driver lifts his foot off the pedal. Very little use of the service brake is required. I have always hated to drive an automatic transmission equipped car or truck that simply free wheels when the driver lifts his foot. The eb saves considerable wear and tear on brake pads. I never replaced the rear brake pads on my '01 which now has about 353k miles on it. I replaced the front pads once.

 

[tdinut]

H Mac ...

Half he fun is shopping for something new.



It's not the engine I'm worried about, we all know how good it is. It's the emissions crap that screws things up.



I plan on pulling the trigger in about 4 months. The TDR is, and has been, a great resource for information and knowledge. I really appreciate you guys providing all your help. Obviously, it makes the decision much easier...





Joe

 

[matkinson6054]

Ok that makes sense i guess. Just seemed to me like all that presssure building in the engine to slow you down would be hard on it.

 

[HBarlow]

Ok that makes sense i guess. Just seemed to me like all that presssure building in the engine to slow you down would be hard on it.

The engine creates far greater cylinder pressures and heat with every compression stroke/combustion event than it does with fuel cut off and the turbo nozzle closed for full exhaust braking.

 

[macdaddy]

Based on Ford Motor Company: Cars, Trucks, SUVs, Hybrids, Parts - Ford.



I guess the only engines available are a couple of 4. 6L's with different power outputs, and the 5. 4... ...



Thats a bummer you can't get the 6. 2 in a F-150. #@$%!



Mac

 

[tdinut]

Thats a bummer you can't get the 6. 2 in a F-150. #@$%!



Mac

The 2011 F150 have 4 new engine choices... .



Ford F-150 engines for 2011 announced, includes EcoBoost V6 — Autoblog



Joe

 

[macdaddy]

The 6. 2L would be the clear choice...



Mac

 

[craiggo]

I drive about 40 miles one way to work and it's all freeway miles (65mph). I admit I don't use the truck every day all week but I do drive it to work at least one week a month. I find that I get better MPG when I don't use the EB! I attribute this being able to coast better with out it. Just curious to know if anybody else can corroborate this or is it just me?

 

[RVTRKN]

You might save a little fuel, but it may go into the shop for turbo cleaning or replacement, it may be warranty, but it can be an inconvenience. Its a good habit to start turning it on now when you start it, like when you set your emergency brake every time you shut down.



There is a kit, for it to stay on all the time.

 

[AHarris]

You might save a little fuel, but it may go into the shop for turbo cleaning or replacement, it may be warranty, but it can be an inconvenience. Its a good habit to start turning it on now when you start it, like when you set your emergency brake every time you shut down.



There is a kit, for it to stay on all the time.

I'd be interested in knowing more about that kit.

 

[RVTRKN]

I'd be interested in knowing more about that kit.

A TDR member made a kit, do a search.

 

[craiggo]

A TDR member made a kit, do a search.

Did he make this "kit" for the 2010's? I ask this because there was a kit floating around here for the 07. 5's which I made. When I got the facia off, everything was different so my "kit" is still sitting on my workbench.

 

[PEBrown]

My 2010 Cummins 3/4 ton 4 X 4 Laramie is used as my daily driver and weekend toy hauler. Zero problems, except the Home Link garage door opener doesn't work. The diesel gets about 18. 5 on the highway and loafs along up six percent grades with my toy hauler trailer on the back. Had two Hemi vehicles and will not go back. Get what you want, because if you don't you'll be sorry in two months. My friends ask me why I needed a diesel and my answer is: "What's need got to do with it?"

 

[AHarris]

A TDR member made a kit, do a search.

Tried searching and found nothing. Not sure I want to tinker around with the electronics anyway.

 

[HBarlow]

I don't remember now which TDR member did the alteration but it was, IIRC, a simple matter of replacing the normally off Exhaust Brake switch with a normally on switch and, perhaps, changing the connection point of a couple of wires behind the dash switch. I don't think he even went near the ECM or PCM.

A description was provided here in the forum and the member appeared to know exactly what he was doing as I remember.

If I owned the pickup version of the ISB6. 7 I would be copying his instructions and performing the modification he described.