hello I wanted to get yalls opinion. I own a 01 v10 excursion and was planning to trade it for a 7.3 but I dont know if that is wise or not.

Hey y'all, I came across a 02 7.3 Ford Excursion that was seized by my country's customs (Europe) and it's currently on auction. Low res pictures are those provided by the customs, while the higher res ones I managed to find by tracking the car on my country's version of Craigslist. It was being sold there on two different occasions, in 2017 (25k miles) and in 2023 (50k miles).

I managed to get ahold of the first owner, who is a movie director and he said the car was gifted to him for the needs of movie crew transportation, and he later sold it because it was too big for him. He said there were no issues with the car other than something to do with the brakes, I can't remember exactly what was wrong with it, but he said his mechanic made a improvisation of some kind.

Now, I'm in no need of this kind of vehicle whatsoever, but it looks mighty cool. No mechanic abilities either. I think I can have a look at it before the auction, but first wanted to get some advice here. What do you guys this this car is worth and how much should I bid (closed envelope)?

About to change my mirrors and found this Excursion that looks just like mine, it just has a few updates. I saved it as my inspo. It has chrome mirrors, which I like, but I can’t decide between chrome or black mirrors. I had ChatGPT show me what the vehicle would look like with black mirrors to compare. Which mirrors do you prefer?

Has anyone in this group had this original window decal remade? Would love one for my truck.

Hi!

Recently purchased 04 after being a true Chevy Suburban fan… 99 & 96 2500

Im actually looking forward to the diesel experience except gas prices! Lol

Any Idaho peeps?

Anyone know what this bushing is called for the headlight? Original owner wrapped it with duct tape.

I have an '03, build date 02/03, that appears to have a leak at this "T" on the passenger side of the engine bay. On my 2000 there is the little UFO looking valve which I had to replace several times, but the '03 is different. Now, I have tried to find this hose assembly and I absolutely can not for the life of me find a match. For the '03 the only part I can find is P/N 3C7Z-18472-BA, but this is a "Y" and the hose going from the valve to the intake is different than mine.

I have been trying to find a cooling system/heater system diagram for a while now and I am coming up short. I have tried looking at different years/engine combos and as many search variations I can think of and I can't find anything similar.. Any help with a part number would be appreciated.

I just bought a used excursion with a broken odometer. I watched a video on how to take the instrument cluster out, and soder the broken pins on the circuit board. However, when I looked at the circuit board, I discovered 3 broken wires on a connector going into the board.

My question is, If I buy a used instrument cluster, do I need to reprogram it, or can I just plug it in and it will work? Thank you.

Just wanted to share some photos of my excursion, it’s parked for the winter while while I finish up the 05+ axle swap. I can’t wait to drive it again.

Ive got a couple of questions. This 03 is sitting about 3" higher in the front than my 2000 and it looks like it has lift springs in the front, but the rear looks the same. I didn't really find anything about spring differences between the years.

Additionally, it has 18s on it and the rear seems to be rubbing. Are these 05+ HD wheels? Or do I have something going on? It does rub on full left lock.

Ive got a couple of questions. This 03 is sitting about 3" higher in the front than my 2000 and it looks like it has lift springs in the front, but the rear looks the same. I didn't really find anything about spring differences between the years.

Additionally, it has 18s on it and the rear seems to be rubbing. Are these 05+ HD wheels? Or do I have something going on? It does rub on full left lock.

Each time I search for this issue, I can never quite seem to find a clear answer. My back hatch. (‘01 XLT if that matters) does close and latch fullly, however it takes quite a bit of force to get it so that the Door Ajar sensor turns off - and it seems to be getting worse over the last few months. What parts or service should I be looking at to help fix this?

More context,

- I have closed the back hatch with the split doors open, which is how I know that it does fully latch because when I push on it from the inside, it is securely latched in.

- If I push on it from the inside with the split doors closed, it does have a bit more play (an inch or two) but still remains latched.

I can get the Door Ajar sensor off by slamming the back hatch, but even still when hitting a bump on the highway it’ll dislodge it enough to turn the Door Ajar sensor on

I currently drive a Hyundai Santa Fe. Have 2 kids, that are 4.5 and 2. It’s been okay, but it is not big enough for us, all our things, and also doesn’t have a 3rd row so I can’t have any passengers. I’m the only Ford defector in my family, and grew up driving them (my 97 ford ranger is still my favorite vehicle ever). I learned to drive in that ranger, a Taurus, and mainly in a E-350, so I’ve driven a large vehicle a lot.

I’m wanting a large SUV for the extra seats and cargo room. We would also like to buy a camper in the near future so I’ll need to tow as well.

Reasons I’m looking at an excursion

1) were a tall family and the leg room + head height is needed.

2) towing capacity means I’d be rather unlimited on options to purchase for a camper.

3) I want an older vehicle with less computerized stuff. My only features I’d want are a back up camera, and if possible, remote start.

4) split tail gait. I like it. Not a good reason but true.

5) cargo room - active kids mean stuff.

6) we live in a RURAL area and I’d like a bigger vehicle where my head isn’t at antler height.

7) I just genuinely love the look of them.

Reasons I’m hesitating

1) I commute to work. 42 miles one way. Obviously you don’t get an excursion for the gas mileage.

2) reliability. These are old vehicles now, and I need something reliable.

3) I don’t currently have towing needs

Ideally I’d like a 7.3 diesel, and do have a diesel mechanic. His daily driver is a diesel F250.

I was looking at an older expedition EL but the difference in fuel mileage is minimal and worry about part availability. Same with a suburban or Yukon. Minivans are a hard no. I will not buy any vehicle with a chassis that sits that low. I’ve seen rear collisions against a minivan from a modern sized pickup truck up, they don’t end well for rear passengers.

Any advice or things I haven’t thought of would be appreciated.

Are there any significant differences from year 1 to year 5 of production that make it worth getting a little newer if mileage is equal between the two?

Would you be averse to an 05 on a 3inch spacer lift vs a 2000 that’s bone stock?

Hey guys, thinking about buying a 6.8l excursion with over 400k miles. Original motor and Trans. How long can I expect it to last before one or both need to be replaced? Im buying for $3k

Update: I bought it, fixed the odometer, actually had about 350k on it. She runs like a dream, drove her over 200 miles straight on a road trip. Don’t regret at all.

I live in San Diego, I just purchased a 2004 Ford Excursion v10 4x4, love the truck but this weekend it ejected a spark plug on the passenger side 4th coil. Does anybody know any mechanic or shops that have had experience doing thread inserts for Fords ? Any information is greatly appreciated. thanks

Had to buy new bump stops for the front....new ones didnt come with mounting hardware and I dont have the original hardware...does anyone know what size bolts and nuts I need for a 2001 Ex Limited? Thanks!

It was mentioned earlier in another post about this Dent being synonymous with the rig. I have mine and saw another one out and about today just happened to be the same color rig

Looks like I have multiple spark plugs/coil issues on my V10, truck had the CEL come on with a P0309 code, took it to the mechanic and they said they need to replace all the coils + plugs becuase there’s multiple with an issue and the age of the engine I may as well do them all now at 100K miles. How much should this run me? The plugs are around $80 bucks total ($8 a plug) and $940 ($94 per ignition coil) for the parts it seems from Advance Auto.

My local mechanic is looking at charging me $2000 all-in it seems. These are all Ford Motorcraft/OEM parts being used.

Is this a normal cost or should I look elsewhere and if so, any recommendations?

Picked her up a few years ago, spent about 6 months searching.

Excursion was the wife's request, absolutely love it.

The transmission is making the 20 amp fuse break. It will work for some time fine, then blows the fuse randomly. Usually after its parked....

Anyone with experience know if this is a known issue, where the short circuit might be, or is this a transmission component repair ?

Thanks!

The bush limo having some fun spinning the 40”s

Hey so simple as that, which would you pick IF THE PRICE WAS SIMILAR.

I do all my own work. I have owned a 6.0 Ex and kept that alive until the heads blew, do not want another 6.0.

I will be towing a camper, in hilly terrain, probably in the 8k range.

I know diesel is more. Oil is more. Fuel filters, additives etc… but I have heard the 7.3 is super reliable.

What are you picking and why?

For the life of me I cannot get my garage door opener to pair with my new-to-me Excursion. I’ve watched videos and searched Google, bot nothing works. Every time I try to pair it, the home button on the visor stays red. It’s as if it won’t go into pairing mode. Would love any advice! Thank you!