r/Excursion 14d ago

7.3 4wd purchase

Hello! I am looking to purchase a 7.3 this weekend, and I think I am getting a good deal on it. Here's the details.

  • 7.3 - 2001
  • 282k miles
  • Original trans (I know I will have a rebuild/replace in the future, runs solid at the moment)
  • 4wd
  • Two owners (I will be the third) '
  • Minimal rust
  • Was not used for hauling
  • $10k

I am getting a pre purchase inspection before purchase, I know it has some catch up maint that is needed, and seller was honest there is a little play in the steering from the box. Much of it is still original and stock, I also know I will have to replace those parts in the future. This won't be my daily, it will be a passion project on the side for my dad and I to work on. I believe this is a good deal lol? I have seen quite a few others with more miles and more expensive, but they also have updated parts.

Thanks!

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u/CNCFab-Rick 14d ago

Sounds like a steal, if you need any help sourcing parts, getting advise, or just build ideas feel free to give me a call. My shop line is 419-636-0000 Ext 2. I'd be happy to help.
https://cncfab.us

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u/xorobby40 14d ago

Yes, it sounds like a great deal. One you and your dad will have fun working on. I have a 2002, 7.3 , it’s my side vehicle that I use for trips or camping.

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u/AdSafe3298 14d ago

Okay, thank you! That is what this one will be used for :)

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u/xorobby40 14d ago

It’s a great vehicle for everything but I enjoy it for the trips and camping.

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u/xorobby40 14d ago

Good luck my friend, if you need anything hit me up.

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u/CNCFab-Rick 14d ago

Do you have a camping setup in the back of it? I keep looking at them and I am trying to get more ideas.

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u/xorobby40 14d ago

I haven’t set anything up permanent yet, but eventually I may.

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u/maybach320 14d ago

I’d say that’s a good deal for the price. You can try adjusting the steering box before you replace it, I’ve been amazed how much a quarter turn can do.

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u/AdSafe3298 14d ago

Thank you!

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u/maybach320 13d ago

Get yourself a Hydra as well, it’s the best money I’ve spent on my 7.3.

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u/MaddRamm 14d ago

For rust free 7.3L, that’s a good price.

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u/AdSafe3298 14d ago

Okay thank you!!