Ford began installing 7.3-liter diesel engines, developed in conjunction with Navistar International, in its trucks in 1988. That first version featured indirect fuel injection, or IDI, and laid the ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Diesel engines have gained ground on their gas-fueled counterparts in recent years thanks in part to diesel's greater efficiency and the ample ...

In this video, we install the built Powerstroke 7.3 engine, along with the clutch, transmission, and transfer case. For a complete overview of the build, check out our 7.3 shop truck build playlist.

When it comes to heavy-duty diesels, enthusiasts and truck owners inevitably circle back to the best American diesel engines: Ford's 7.3L PowerStroke, Dodge's 5.9L Cummins, and GM's 6.6L Duramax. If ...