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08-16-2017, 10:30 AM
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Ford E350 XLT V10 Question
Hello all, New Guy here.
I have been mulling building a camper van for a few years now. I recently decided I am ready to pull the trigger. I am close to purchasing a 2001 E350 15 passenger with a V10, 111,000 miles as a hotel shuttle rig. Think I'll pick it up under $7k.
I am hoping some of you can offer some feedback or advice on whether I'd be better off with a different year or configuration. I've heard mixed feedback on passenger vs cargo, gas vs diesel.
I apologize if this was posted before (I have to believe it was but I didn't find it). If this was a previous discussion please just point me in the right direction.
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08-16-2017, 01:20 PM
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Location: La Mesa, CA
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I am on my second SMB and now have a 2014 E-350 with the gas V-10 and I love this motor. I put headers on it and gained 70 lbls of torque and get north of 11 MPG. I have heard these motors last and last, but unknown as to how long. I would guess you could get several years out of the motor. Gas motors are easier to work on the diesels. My two cents worth.
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08-16-2017, 01:25 PM
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I think you'll be find for about 200,000 more miles. I have two V10's, one in a motorhome and one in a 98 passenger van and I love them. Virtually no maintenance, just gas and even that is not as bad as they say...........unless you come from a Prius.
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08-16-2017, 04:24 PM
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Thats a fine van, but I'd recommend a 2005+ V10 because it had the 5R110 transmission- far superior imho.
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And had three other E350s...
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08-16-2017, 05:12 PM
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Yep! If you can find one.
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08-16-2017, 07:59 PM
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2010 E150 5.4, E250 suspension, E350 springs, BFG KO2 265/75/16.
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08-16-2017, 08:07 PM
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There have been some amazing fully loaded low mile v10s pop up lately but be prepared to pay and don't waste a second because it will be gone.
Its a fun game called be patient but don't wait.
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Google Sled Hockey - You won't be disappointed.
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08-16-2017, 08:29 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Jsweezy
...Its a fun game called be patient but don't wait.
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...and have cash in hand. If you wait to arrange financing, chances are good someone else will buy it out from under you.
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08-17-2017, 06:26 AM
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Sweezy, that middle one you linked was just bought by a new member.
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08-17-2017, 07:05 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 86Scotty
Sweezy, that middle one you linked was just bought by a new member.
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I thought I remembered someone wanting to buy it but wasnt sure if they did.
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Google Sled Hockey - You won't be disappointed.
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