Hi Bigdog
It sounds like possible hydro lock.
This happened to me I also have a 2002 7.3 and it was my fuel injection module that went. it apparently dumped a lot of fuel into my cylinders and locked up my motor with out warning.
George
I love my 2006 6.0, and I believe 6.0 is the way to go.
I have a 2002 7.3, 2004 6.0, 2006 6.0
The 2003 7.3 you can't kill
The 2004 6.0 all problems always in the shop
The 2006 6.0 with alot of toys and all fun. Only problem was head gaskets
You will be fine. No problems! But you will want to change gears just becouse you won't be happy with the loss of power. Go to Ford and they will adjust your speed O for you.
Ford Can't deny you from the warranty if you purchased the truck used with the banks 6 gun on it from a Ford Dealer. They also have to prove to you in writing that the Banks was the problem, and that Ford is not having the same problem with other Ford trucks. Ford has had a real problem with the...
Go Fabtech 8". I went with Fabtech 6" it took me 8.5 hours to install with basic tools. you can get 37 12.50 on with stock wheels but you may hit when you go off road and 35 13.50x18 with a 10" wide wheel. with an 8" lift you can get up to a 39" tire. and I think it will look better. I plan to...
Go Fabtech 8". I went with Fabtech 6" it took me 8.5 hours to install with basic tools. you can get 37 12.50 on with stock wheels but you may hit when you go off road and 35 13.50x18 with a 10" wide wheel. with an 8" lift you can get up to a 39" tire. and I think it will look better. I plan to...
Removing the cat
Yes remove the cat, I did and not only does it sound better and louder the truck takes off quicker. The only down fall is the turbo is louder, it sounds like a jet at first when you take off then a low tone of a big block sound rumbles you off.:thumbs
good luck George