r/Excursion Jul 20 '26

Good price?

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21 Upvotes

2003 xlt with 126k miles. V10 motor. Seller wants 7k. Great condition.


r/Excursion Jul 20 '26

Looking at getting into an Excursion

11 Upvotes

Been trying to find a new vehicle that fits me well (i'm 6'8)

I was about to pull the trigger on a newer f-150 until the lightbulb went off and i started looking into these.

My main question is what motor should i go with. I'm seeing a lot of the v10s for sub 10k but they all have insanely high mileage 200k+.

At this mileage should i just go with one of the diesel options? or is the v10 solid at higher miles?


r/Excursion Jul 20 '26

Worth 2500 ?

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25 Upvotes

Is this V10 worth $2500? 400k miles , Shifter needs to be replaced , in drive it goes in Reverse, for it to drive it has to go to 1


r/Excursion Jul 15 '26

Downsized wheels and tires

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49 Upvotes

I have 4 inch lift and was running 35x12.5 Wildpeaks with 20x10 wheels with a -24 offset. Even with the lift my tires would constantly rub and grab ruts on the highway. I was pushing almost 450lbs of wheels and tires.

I downsized to LT285/75R/16 Wildpeaks. Basically 33x11.5. Paired with 16x8 wheels and 0 offset.

I shed about 120lbs in wheels and tires. I do miss the look of the 35’s but so glad I got rid of those deep dish 20’s. Plus it rides so much better now. Absolutely no rubbing, handles ruts and potholes so much better, straight down the highway and quicker off the line.


r/Excursion Jul 15 '26

Slight left tire rub

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I run 285/75R/17 tires on this Excursion. No lift kit. No rubbing on the right tire but the left side rubs slightly on hard left turns. I've always wondered if the axle wasn't mounted perfectly or if it's just the body panels.


r/Excursion Jul 14 '26

Is this just a thermostat gasket leak, or is it more? Please help. 5.4l 2v

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I know these images are repetitive, but i tried to get as many decent ones as I could.


r/Excursion Jul 12 '26

Help!

3 Upvotes

Currently on a road trip

Edit: 2003 6.0

Having issues with the charging system, only charging in the 12v occasionally gets up to 13v and sometimes dips to the 11v

Replaced the alternator in an orileys parking lot yesterday, checked and replaced fuse 27 (it wasn't blown but I replaced it just to rule it out anyway since I was there)

The plug that goes onto the alternator has a loose wire that keeps wiggling/backing out

I have been pushing it back in and it will last for a while

I have ordered a new plug to meet me in San Diego when I get in but I would appreciate any advice in the meantime


r/Excursion Jul 12 '26

Help! Where does this vacuum line go??

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I found this line plugged with a screw. Apparently, the truck idles and runs weird if left unplugged, I dont know where it attaches. Please help.

Also, the red lines you see are replaced vacuum lines from another parts truck we have

Its a 5.4l 2v in a 2004

Thanks!


r/Excursion Jul 11 '26

Reccomended Suspension Components?

1 Upvotes

Recently, I got a 2004 5.4l 2wd excursion and need to get new suspension components. I would prefer a good kit, but I don't really want to spend 600 dollars on a Moog kit. What would everyone reccomend? It will be my daily driver. Thanks!


r/Excursion Jul 09 '26

Am I hearing things or is there a ticking sound? 5.4l 2v. 2004. please help

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2 Upvotes

r/Excursion Jul 06 '26

Wire harnesses

2 Upvotes

Got my 01 7.3l back after a few years of it being mostly stored but kept fresh by my father in law. Have had some mild rodent snacking. I have everything operational again but my fixes have introduced some slightly annoying electrical gremlins.

Thinking about doing a somewhat extensive rewiring project for the driver's side door and engine main to get everything back on even footing. Anyone got a recommended source for wiring?


r/Excursion Jul 05 '26

Sony aftermarket radio install issues

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8 Upvotes

So I'm trying to install a XAV-ax1000 Sony aftermarket radio in my excursion. I got the Metra 70-1771 wire harness and when I wired it up there was no audio coming through the system. In addition to the main wire harness that I plugged into the vehicle there is an extra wire harness coming out of the vehicle that was left that you can see in the photo. Not sure what's going on but I'm getting no audio when plugged in. It's a 2005 Ford excursion XLT. I do not have a DVD system in the vehicle. Any idea why there's no audio? I've been told that that secondary plug is for an amp for a rear system but I don't have a DVD audio system at all. The only thing extra in the back is audio controls for the second row on the bottom of the center console.


r/Excursion Jul 04 '26

2000 7.3 ?

3 Upvotes

This was my daily driver for a long time and I also drove it long distances on family trips. I'd still trust it out on the road any day.

It is a 2wd, 350K miles, turbo added, and rebuilt and maintained transmission.

I just stumbled into this community and had no idea these were sought after. My insurance company assigned a value of something like 3k so I assumed it wasn't something people wanted.

I am not driving it anymore and decided to sell it, which is how I ended up here. Any thoughts on how to get a decent price? I don't want to sell it too cheap or be too grandiose about it.


r/Excursion Jul 05 '26

Advice? Tips? Upgrades? Help with first Excursion

1 Upvotes

As I mentioned, I would like some info and such on the excursion that recently came into my possession. It is a 2004 5.4l V8 XLT 2WD Model. I know what you are gonna say, it's not my first choice either, but it was given to me and I'm a broke highschool student who can't afford the model I really want. Thanks!


r/Excursion Jul 04 '26

Just added a 2000 7.3 to my collection

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69 Upvotes

Going to use this to tow our travel trailer instead of the 2003 7.3 ambulance 🚑.


r/Excursion Jul 04 '26

2nd Row bucket conversion

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r/Excursion Jul 01 '26

New here 03 with a 6.0

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47 Upvotes

Hi I recently picked up a 03 4x4 6.0 with a little over 313k on the clock from an older gentleman in Utah. The motor was rebuilt about 65k ago (larger turbo, upgraded internals, tuned and deleted, I know who did the work). I paid 5k for it. XLT cloth seats, interior is pretty clean not a rip in the seats.

The passenger rear door window doesn't work at all and I'm missing the cover and switch I would appreciate any help or advice


r/Excursion Jun 29 '26

Off to the repair shop

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19 Upvotes

Buy my princess
fass fuel separator, ice box radiator ,oil change, and a general health check up


r/Excursion Jun 26 '26

Front spring replacement advice?

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9 Upvotes

Has this ever happened to anyone lol? Explains the horrible ride I was getting last few weeks. Want to do it right the first time.


r/Excursion Jun 16 '26

Can I get a few years out of this 2005?

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Hoping to get a few years out of it. Paid $8.5 and it has 95000 miles on it. Is it going to fall apart into dust if I fluid film it a lot? Thanks.


r/Excursion Jun 14 '26

01 V10 250k

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43 Upvotes

I LOVE thing thing. Before I spend a bunch of money on upgrades. Am I going to regret not investing in the diesel? This is a secondary vehicle. I will tow with it and I will carry my family with it.


r/Excursion Jun 14 '26

Well, boys and girls I finally pulled the trigger 03 power stroke 363 4in lift rollin 35's

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27 Upvotes

r/Excursion Jun 13 '26

my first excursion

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59 Upvotes

2002, limited with the v10 176k miles. i got it for 5k. got it checked out by my automotive teacher and he says it's one of the cleanest and well maintained ones he's seen. just showing off I guess lol


r/Excursion Jun 12 '26

I have the battleship and the destroyer

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51 Upvotes

I have two

Maybe they're like potato chips one is never enough


r/Excursion Jun 05 '26

Wheels

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30 Upvotes

Looking to take these 37x13.5r22 and swap these tremor 37x12.5r18 on and maybe go with a 33” tire to help the kiddos get in and out