Outer Limits 4x4 Board

Hey guys, I'm looking at moving up to a work ute and I like the look of the 2001/02 F250s, I'm looking at getting the 4.2L I6 turbo diesel model in manual, does anyone have any experience with these trucks they'd like to share?

Thanks much.

Knew a bloke who worked at a dealership when they came out, he swore by the 8s but reckoned the 6s were nothing but a headache