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Ford Super Duty Diesel Generations: 1999–2026 Engines, Body Styles & Turbo Changes
Sep 06, 2026 Andrew Kolonay
Ford Super Duty diesel history follows three overlapping timelines: body design, Powerstroke engine changes, and turbo-system changes. They do not always move together. The 2003 model year includes both the ...
2003–2007 6.0L Powerstroke Turbo Buyer’s Guide: Stock vs. Stock Plus vs. Stage 1
Aug 30, 2026 Andrew Kolonay
Choosing the correct turbocharger for a 2003–2007 Ford 6.0L Powerstroke requires two decisions. First, you must identify the correct turbo mounting architecture for the truck. Then you can decide whether ...
1994–1997 7.3L Powerstroke Turbo Upgrade Guide: Stock vs. Stock Plus vs. Stage 2
Aug 29, 2026 Andrew Kolonay
The 1994–1997 Ford F-250 and F-350 equipped with the 7.3L Powerstroke respond well to the right turbocharger upgrade, but the best choice is not automatically the largest turbo that fits ...
6.0L Powerstroke Factory Turbo Differences: 2003 vs. 2004–2005 vs. 2005.5–2007 Buyer’s Guide
Aug 28, 2026 Andrew Kolonay
The 2003–2007 6.0L Powerstroke uses three primary factory Garrett GT3782VA turbocharger configurations. Although all three share the same oil-actuated variable-geometry design, they are not internally or externally identical. Ford and ...
1999.5–2003 7.3L Powerstroke Turbo Upgrade Guide: Stock vs. Stock Plus vs. Stage 1 vs. Stage 2
Aug 27, 2026 Andrew Kolonay
The 1999.5–2003 7.3L Powerstroke responds well to the right turbocharger upgrade, but the right choice is not automatically the largest or most expensive turbo that will bolt into the factory ...
2007 Duramax LBZ vs. LMM: How to Tell Which Engine You Have
Aug 27, 2026 Andrew Kolonay
A 2007 Chevrolet Silverado or GMC Sierra HD can use one of two different 6.6L Duramax engines: the LBZ or the LMM. Both trucks may be titled and registered as ...
6.0L Powerstroke Turbo Problems: VGT Sticking, Unison Ring Failure, and When to Rebuild vs. Replace
Aug 26, 2026 Andrew Kolonay
The 6.0L Powerstroke's Garrett GT3782VA was Ford's first variable geometry turbo on a Super Duty, and it's both the best and worst thing about the engine's induction system. When it's ...
Early 1999 vs. Late 1999 7.3L Powerstroke Turbos: How to Tell Which One You Have
Aug 26, 2026 Andrew Kolonay
A 1999 Ford Super Duty can use one of two different 7.3L Powerstroke turbo systems. Both trucks may be titled as a 1999, share the same Super Duty body style, ...
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Ford Super Duty Diesel Generations: 1999–2026 Engines, Body Styles & Turbo Changes
2003–2007 6.0L Powerstroke Turbo Buyer’s Guide: Stock vs. Stock Plus vs. Stage 1
1994–1997 7.3L Powerstroke Turbo Upgrade Guide: Stock vs. Stock Plus vs. Stage 2
6.0L Powerstroke Factory Turbo Differences: 2003 vs. 2004–2005 vs. 2005.5–2007 Buyer’s Guide
1999.5–2003 7.3L Powerstroke Turbo Upgrade Guide: Stock vs. Stock Plus vs. Stage 1 vs. Stage 2
2007 Duramax LBZ vs. LMM: How to Tell Which Engine You Have
6.0L Powerstroke Turbo Problems: VGT Sticking, Unison Ring Failure, and When to Rebuild vs. Replace
Early 1999 vs. Late 1999 7.3L Powerstroke Turbos: How to Tell Which One You Have
