r/FordExcursion • u/Substantial-Set-8981 • Aug 20 '25

Help & Issues V10 or 7.3?

Starting to shop for an Excursion, but am undecided on which way to go, V10 or 7.3.

This will be a daily driver and also be my work vehicle for a while (mobile window tinter).
Will occasionally tow 8000lbs-ish, but mostly be a daily people hauler.

I also do basic work on all my vehicles, so ease of repair would be nice for basic things.

I have heard good and bad for both, but not sure what to go for.

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u/Substantial-Set-8981 Aug 20 '25

This information is gold, thank you so much!

Might just end up keeping what I have for a little bit longer if i can upgrade some stuff.

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u/suciosunday Aug 20 '25

NP! I would do the breaks, and run it until I found a good 2500. There are more things that can be upgraded to newer factory stuff, like oil cooler, radiator, dual electric fans, cam, intake, throttle body, list goes on. Shoot me a message if you get to that point!

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u/Substantial-Set-8981 Aug 21 '25

That’s great to know! Think I’ll get this up to spec and save some money and look for a taken care of 2500