Bought an F350 SRW with 7.3 back in March. I Will tow a 5th wheel trailer on occasion but 95% of miles will be no towing. Given the low utilization for towing, a diesel was crossed off the list along with the 10,000 dollar up charge. It will comfortably tow what I need, except I might have to take my time pulling the trailer up a mountain.
But to answer your question, I’ve had no issues with it and you should not be reluctant to go with the 7.2.
I am also planning on getting 15+ years out of it just like my last truck which is why I bought a new one.
YMMV
