I'm BACK!!! 2023 F-250 Tremor build
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Littlehouse
Adventurer
Damn, that’s nice. Just did DFW to Vail and back and averaged 15.7mpg in my GX.
TexasSixSeven
Observer
Honestly this is making me consider ordering a 24 6.7 350 Tremor. I was done with diesel when I bought my 22’ 7.3 Tremor. However the mileage those HOs are getting is seriously impressive. Id end up on 37s with a Carli Pin Top most likely. I’m just second guessing if I want to start the build all over when I’ve still got a basically brand new truck almost built out.
phsycle
Adventurer
Wouldn’t it be just a straight swap over for most, if not, all of the parts?
Tex68w
Beach Bum
What is it about your '22 that you don't like? The motor is a nice upgrade and the interior is definitely an aesthetic and user/ergo improvement from the prior years not to mention the seats are more comfortable. That said, it's not worlds different so I am just curious what is about your current truck that you're looking to improve upon in order to justify taking the hit on your '22.
TexasSixSeven
Observer
Some parts yes and some parts no. The biggest issue is I threw all the factory parts away after getting tired of looking at them take up space in my garage for 6+ months.
TexasSixSeven
Observer
I love my 22’. That HO is just enticing me. My tuned 17 F350 on 37s only got 1-2 mpg better than my current 7.3 on 305/70s. Once I no longer had a need for the diesel I decided to order the 7.3, as it met all of my needs and the mileage was only slightly worse. My only complaint with my 7.3 is the fuel range. I came from a 48 gal tank on my long bed getting 15-16 mpg to a 34 gallon tank getting 14. I’m on a Carli BackCountry 2.5 inch suspension, and could easily clear 37s. However I stuck with the 305s simply because they affect the 7.3 less than 37s would both in fuel efficiency and acceleration. I know how much of a hit my 6.7 took, and it was a very noticeable loss of power even running a hot tune. No way I’d sacrifice that with the 7.3. I’ve considered the Transferflow tank, but it’s just priced out of reality. At $2K I’m a buyer. At $3500+ I’ll spend the extra $15K and buy a new truck lol my mind isn’t right
Tex68w
Beach Bum
It's a shame the gassers don't have better transfer and aux tank options. I can put a 60gal tank in my bed for under $2K and it would fit under a bed cover too haha. If I were towing heavy often and far I'd go that route but 34gal at 20+ mpg is more than enough range for me at the moment. The 7.3L Godzilla is a nice idea on paper but in reality many guys have issues with them and the fuel range/economy isn't stellar, not that one should expect it to be.
TexasSixSeven
Observer
I’m not upset at all about 14 mpg. It’s the range that I’m annoyed with. Really it’s my only complaint. I was concerned whether I’d like the engine or not, but I’m very satisfied with it. I’d be happy with a long bed 7.3 for sure, however my incoming camper isn’t built for a long bed and would have to start all over on the drawing board there.
Tex68w
Beach Bum
Which camper? When you ordered it you had a short bed still?
Todd780
OverCamper
Huh. I should look up and see if that would work on my F150. Kinda seemed like wasted space back there.Built Right rear seat pull installed. Now I have quick access to shipping blankets and an emergency jacket.
This is a neat solution for easy access.
Have you had the Tremor out for any off pavement exploring yet?
Tex68w
Beach Bum
It works for the F150 as well.
Had it on the beach briefly this past weekend but my dumba$$ forgot to take pics.
TexasSixSeven
Observer
It’s for a short bed. Lone Peak wedge camper.