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engines today should go at least 200k without repair if properly maintained. The problem is the transmission (automatic) and other parts start to wear out.
Our trucks have the International T444E engine (powerstroke) and they are at 194k and 242k miles. Neither engine uses any oil.
The only "major" repair for either truck was the vacuum pump that supplies vacuum for the brakes since it's a diesel. The wife was still able to limp home with manual brakes so it didn't leave her "stranded"
What's interesting is the B-life ratings for a T444E hauling 65,000 lbs daily:
B10 = 200,000 miles
B50 = 350,000 miles
So a T444E in a "light duty" pickup weighing around 7500lbs should last much longer.
Our trucks have the International T444E engine (powerstroke) and they are at 194k and 242k miles. Neither engine uses any oil.
The only "major" repair for either truck was the vacuum pump that supplies vacuum for the brakes since it's a diesel. The wife was still able to limp home with manual brakes so it didn't leave her "stranded"
What's interesting is the B-life ratings for a T444E hauling 65,000 lbs daily:
B10 = 200,000 miles
B50 = 350,000 miles
So a T444E in a "light duty" pickup weighing around 7500lbs should last much longer.
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